Project Contributions (Research Project)

1) Served as the team scribe, taking minutes during every meeting, documenting progress, and providing structure to our discussions. Ensured the team stayed on track by recording key points for re-evaluation and validating the feasibility of brainstormed solutions.

2) Proposed the idea of enhancing motor vehicle safety through advanced torque vectoring capabilities. This idea was developed through a combination of online research using Google and reviewing technical articles on automotive stability systems.

3) Suggested improvements for semi-truck braking systems to address overheating and failure on long downhill slopes. This was informed by researching articles and case studies on heavy vehicle braking performance, material science, and safety standards, primarily through Google.

4) Conducted research on the dangers faced by mountain bikers in Singapore and globally. Utilized Google searches, relevant news articles, and YouTube videos to gather insights on safety challenges specific to urban and trail cycling.

5) Investigated common injuries sustained during mountain biking, finding a PDF referencing a landmark medical study that is the “largest medical study ever to be undertaken in mountain biking”. This research highlighted how insufficient suspension contributes to specific injuries. The study was located via targeted Google searches, medical journals, and cycling injury analyses.

6) Researched various types of bicycle suspensions, their setups, and tools needed for adjusting damping levels. Used a mix of Google searches, YouTube tutorial videos, and articles from cycling and engineering websites to understand traditional and modern suspension systems.

7) Analysed components of suspension systems, such as springs and dampers, and assessed outcomes of different combinations. This was achieved by consulting engineering textbooks, online articles, and informational videos from reliable sources like YouTube.

8) Contributed to writing the methodology section of the report by detailing the research pathway and steps taken throughout the project. Information was compiled from research logs, notes taken during meetings, and collaboration with team members to create a cohesive narrative.

9) Contributed to writing the background section (Overview, Problems and Dangers) of the report. Information was sourced from mountain biking webpages and YouTube videos, as well as medical websites.

10) Drafted the executive summary for the entire report, providing a concise overview of the key findings and conclusions.

11) Organized and formatted the report using the table of contents feature in Word/Docs, ensuring it adhered to specifications for font type, font size, line spacing, and overall presentation. Used the table of contents feature in word/ docs to tidy up the entire report, making sure that the report was neat and up to specification (font type, font size, line spacing etc.).

12) Wrote the full letter of transmittal addressed to Aventon’s CEO, Mr. Zhang Jianwei.