DH JOURNAL: October 2023

Sunday, October 29, 2023

Research Project and Tech Report Contributions

1. Have done research on the existing features of the Big Belly Smart Bin where they are mainly deployed and their collaborations with Changi Airport and M malls in Singapore

2. Wrote the background information for the Big Belly Smart Bin such as the existing features and how the company Terrasol deployed the smart bin in the report

3. Research and read up on the existing features of the Big Belly Smart Bin being developed and compare it with the usual trash bin

4. Involve in discussions with the team members after research on the modification and come up with additional features that we can innovate to improve on the Big Belly Smart Bin

5. Wrote the executive summary and methodology in the report

6. Rearrange the points in the report as we have messed up in the beginning.

7. Wrote the benefits for the company part in the report after the discussions with the team members

8. Wrote the conclusion of the report and edited it after having a consultation with Prof.

9. Help edit the content after the oral presentation as we have received useful feedback to improve on the Effortless Belly.

10. Rectify the grammar errors in the report.

11. For the oral presentation, I have linked up with team members as I am doing the conclusion part

12. Done the presentation slides fo the conclusion part and assist other team members

Sunday, October 8, 2023

Summary Reader Response Draft #3

The Lamborghini Huracán STO, a supercar designed for the racetrack, is a true marvel of automotive engineering. While its stunning looks and lightning-fast speed often steal the spotlight, one crucial component that underpins its performance and safety is its advanced braking system (ChatGPT, 2023). According to the Lamborghini (2021), the Lamborghini Huracán STO's powerful braking system is built around its carbon-ceramic brake discs. These cutting-edge discs, also known as carbon-ceramic rotors or CCM (Carbon Ceramic Matrix), represent a significant advancement in high-performance braking technology. The webpage also features that carbon-ceramic discs that resist overheating and maintain an impressive lightweight profile. According to Lam (2021), “the front discs measure 390mm and have six-piston calipers, while the rear discs are 360mm and with four-piston calipers.” The brake calipers are painted in vibrant colors add to the car's aesthetic appeal and signify their high-performance capabilities. According to information provided by (ChatGPT, 2023), these calipers are designed to apply precise pressure to the carbon-ceramic discs, ensuring optimal braking performance under varying conditions. It also says that these calipers are constructed from a single piece of aluminum, enhancing their strength and effectiveness, and resulting in impeccable stopping power even during the most intense racing scenarios. The Lamborghini Huracan STO's brake system represents an excellent integration of technology and engineering, offering track racing enthusiasts an ideal combination of precision, safety, and durability by having heat resistance and brake fade in the system.

According to Lamborghini (n.d.), the heat resistance of these carbon-ceramic discs is one of the features of these carbon-ceramic discs. The intense heat generated during high-speed braking poses a significant challenge, and conventional cast-iron brake discs often struggle to maintain performance under these conditions. However, carbon-ceramic discs consistently deliver reliable stopping power even when subjected to extreme temperatures. Furthermore, carbon-ceramic discs are substantially lighter than their cast iron counterparts. This reduction in unsprung mass contributes to the Lamborghini Huracán STO's overall agility, responsiveness, and precise handling, which are critical attributes for a track-focused supercar. Additionally, according to Lamborghini (2021), the resistance to brake is another advantage of having carbon-ceramic discs. The Lamborghini Huracán STO's carbon-ceramic brake discs provide the driver with reliable stopping power throughout strenuous track sessions. Even though the Lamborghini Huracan STO's braking system is built to withstand extreme circumstances, including track use, brake fade can still happen while driving aggressively for an extended period of time. Therefore, Lamborghini Huracán STO's carbon-ceramic brake discs provide the driver with reliable stopping power throughout strenuous track sessions.

Another unique element of this brake system is having a cooling duct. According to Lyon (2021), Huracan's braking systems also have a new front cooling duct designed to cool off the discs and calipers of the brake systems during intense track sessions efficiently. It has aerodynamic components that help keep the braking system cool during intense track driving sessions. This excellent design assures consistent braking performance even in the most adverse circumstances.

According to Lamborghini (n.d.), the collaboration between these high-performance brakes and the car's onboard computer system underscores Lamborghini's commitment to safety and performance. This synergy ensures drivers can confidently navigate high-speed corners without the risk of spinouts, delivering an optimal track racing experience. The car incorporates advanced electronic brake assist and stability control systems to further enhance the Lamborghini Huracán STO's braking performance and overall stability. These electronic aids work seamlessly with the brake components to optimize stopping power while maintaining control over the vehicle. Furthermore, the website also states that the Lamborghini Huracán STO boasts cutting-edge stability control systems such as Lamborghini's LDVI (Lamborghini Dinamica Veicolo Integrata). These systems continuously monitor vehicle parameters, including wheel speed, yaw rate, and lateral acceleration. When necessary, these systems can modulate individual brake calipers to assist in stabilizing the car during aggressive cornering or when faced with understeer and oversteer conditions. Such electronic aids ensure that the Lamborghini Huracán STO gives its driver the utmost confidence and control, especially in high-performance driving scenarios and ensures the safety of the drivers.

Although this brake system provides such high-end technology and is designed to deliver better efficiency, durability, and safety. The CCM-R brake discs are more expensive to replace when it comes to maintenance. According to Brembo (2022), The discs use high-quality fastening and incredibly durable materials. Additionally, the production of discs includes a number of intricate steps that need skilled personnel and machinery.

In conclusion, this high-performance braking system in Lamborghini Huracán STO has clearly shown that Lamborghini always keeps up its standard of advanced braking technology in this automotive industry for high-performance vehicles. By using the excellent cutting-edge carbon-ceramic discs along with the heat resistance and brake fade which allows the whole braking system to deliver excellent performance for intense racing and ensure the safety of the driver. The Lamborghini Huracán STO can be a good example of advanced braking technology and has the future potential for more improvement in high-end vehicles.

References:

Lamborghini. (2021, October 5). Huracán STO: New CCM-R Braking System. Lamborghini.com. https://www.lamborghini.com/en-en/news/huracan-sto-new-ccm-r-braking-system

Lamborghini. (n.d.). Racetrack to road: the new Lamborghini Huracán STO. https://preview.thenewsmarket.com/Previews/lamb/DocumentAssets/572482_v2.pdf

Lyon, P. (2021, November 8). 2021 Lamborghini Huracán STO Review. Yanko Design https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/11/08/lamborghini-huracan-sto-review/

Brembo. (2022, January 21). Jason Fenske explains why carbon ceramic discs are so expensive. Brembo. https://www.brembo.com/en/company/news/jason-fenske-explains-why-carbon-ceramic-discs-are-so-expensive

Lam, A., Chan, D., & Ming, F. (2021, December 25). Lamborghini Huracán STO review: A breed apart. Torque.

https://www.torque.com.sg/reviews/lamborghini-huracan-sto-review-a-breed-apart/

Sunday, October 1, 2023

Summary Reader Response Draft 2

The Lamborghini Huracán STO's powerful braking system is built around its carbon-ceramic brake discs. These cutting-edge discs, also known as carbon-ceramic rotors or CCM (Carbon Ceramic Matrix), represent a significant advancement in high-performance braking technology. Based on the Lamborghini webpage on its new braking system (Lamborghini, 2021), it features carbon-ceramic discs that resist overheating and maintain an impressive lightweight profile. The Lamborghini Huracan STO's brake system represents an excellent integration of technology and engineering, offering track racing enthusiasts an excellent combination of precision, durability, and safety.

One of the standout features of these carbon-ceramic discs is their exceptional heat resistance. The intense heat generated during high-speed braking poses a significant challenge, and conventional cast-iron brake discs often struggle to maintain performance under these conditions. However, carbon-ceramic discs excel in this regard, consistently delivering reliable stopping power even when subjected to extreme temperatures. Furthermore, carbon-ceramic discs are substantially lighter than their cast iron counterparts. This reduction in unsprung mass contributes to the Lamborghini Huracán STO's overall agility, responsiveness, and precise handling, which are critical attributes for a track-focused supercar.

Another key advantage of carbon-ceramic discs is their resistance to brake fade. The Lamborghini Huracán STO's carbon-ceramic brake discs provide the driver with reliable stopping power throughout strenuous track sessions. Even though the Lamborghini Huracan STO's braking system is built to withstand extreme circumstances, including track use, brake fade can still happen while driving aggressively for an extended period of time. Therefore, Lamborghini Huracán STO's carbon-ceramic brake discs provide the driver with reliable stopping power throughout strenuous track sessions.

Referring to a car review by a local motoring media, Torque (Lam et al., 2021) states that “the front discs measure 390mm and have six-piston calipers, while the rear discs are 360mm and with four-piston calipers.” The brake calipers often painted in vibrant colors, not only add to the car's aesthetic appeal but also signify their high-performance capabilities. These calipers are designed to apply precise pressure to the carbon-ceramic discs, ensuring optimal braking performance under varying conditions. These calipers are constructed from a single piece of aluminum, enhancing their strength and effectiveness, and resulting in impeccable stopping power even during the most intense racing scenarios.

According to another review done by Yanko Design (Lyon, 2021), Huracan's braking systems also have a new front cooling duct designed to cool off the discs and calipers of the brake systems during intense track sessions efficiently. It has aerodynamic components that help keep the braking system cool during intense track driving sessions. This excellent design assures consistent braking performance even in the most adverse circumstances.

According to the webpage from Lamborghini (Lamborghini, n.d.), the collaboration between these high-performance brakes and the car's onboard computer system underscores Lamborghini's commitment to safety and performance. This synergy ensures drivers can confidently navigate high-speed corners without the risk of spinouts, delivering an optimal track racing experience. To further enhance the Lamborghini Huracán STO's braking performance and overall stability, the car incorporates advanced electronic brake assist and stability control systems. These electronic aids work seamlessly with the brake components to optimize stopping power while maintaining control over the vehicle.

According to the Lamborghini webpage (Lamborghini, n.d.), the Lamborghini Huracán STO boasts cutting-edge stability control systems such as Lamborghini's LDVI (Lamborghini Dinamica Veicolo Integrata). These systems continuously monitor vehicle parameters, including wheel speed, yaw rate, and lateral acceleration. When necessary, these systems can modulate individual brake calipers to assist in stabilizing the car during aggressive cornering or when faced with understeer and oversteer conditions. Such electronic aids ensure that the Lamborghini Huracán STO gives its driver the utmost confidence and control, especially in high-performance driving scenarios.

In conclusion, this high-performance braking system clearly demonstrates Lamborghini's perpetual commitment to achieving excellence and raises the benchmark for the automotive industry. The Lamborghini Huracán STO's ability to accelerate with intensity and decelerate with precision and grace is made achievable by cutting-edge carbon-ceramic brake discs, meticulously manufactured calipers and pads, and cutting-edge electrical assistance. The holistic approach to brake technology is an excellent example of Lamborghini's unwavering dedication to innovation, performance, and safety.