Proposed Solutions

The following message was given to us by our sponsor Mr. Roger England:

                 “I would like to see one or two practical short term proposed solutions, and also one proposed research project on a theoretical method that you believe would work with some development. For Cummins to stay competitive, we need to stay on top of technology. This includes what is available in the market (short term solution) and what can we specifically develop to give us a competitive advantage over our competition (long term, research project). Given this, I would like to see you assessment of what is available commercially (short term answer), and also what do you think would be the best way to tackle this problem from a basic science point of view (proposal for research project). The proposed research project should be scientifically sound theory, but no actual data is necessary. Data should be available from the manufacturers on the short term solution.”

 

Sponsor Requirements

Based on recommendations given to us by Cummins and our sponsor, Roger England, we have set forth the following initiative for the completion of the spring deliverable. The spring deliverable will include the following:

 

One or two practical short term proposed solutions for the design issue.

                 In order for Cummins to stay competitive in the diesel engine market, the company must stay well-informed on the most current technology. Therefore, the market will be analyzed to determine which solutions are presently in place to solve the design problem. Data will be gathered directly from vendors and manufactures to complete this aspect of the evaluation.

A proposed research project (long-term solution)

                 Cummins strives to be an innovator in the development of new technologies in the industries that it has vested interest. To aide in this development, we will propose a scientifically feasible research project that will, if develop properly, should give Cummins the competitive edge in the market. Although, the concept must be technically sound, no concrete data is necessary.

 

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