Lockheed Martin Factory of the Future Initiative Introduction

Lockheed Martin Factory of the Future Initiative Introduction to Engineering Design EDSGN 100 Section 002 3: 1 Designs - Design Team #7 Josh Tumelty, Web Page, jjt 5493@psu. edu Sophia Zitkus, Web Page, srz 4@psu. edu Megan Vareha, Web Page, mmv 5239@psu. edu Melinda Mc. Keehan, Web Page, mum 598@psu. edu Presented to: Prof. Berezniak Date: 04/27/2018

Purpose The purpose of the project is to produce a preliminary design for a tool that will aid in the removal of FOD from an aircraft. As this is only a preliminary design, a working prototype and details of fabrication will not be included in this presentation.

Background Foreign Object Debris, otherwise known as FOD, is a huge concern during the manufacturing and servicing of aircraft. FOD is any object that is out of place or is loose and does not belong in the aircraft itself. Typical pieces of FOD range from screws, to cigarettes, to soda cans. Although small, these objects are capable of causing serious damage and catastrophic failure. As a result, the highest priority is placed on eliminating the presence of FOD throughout the manufacturing process. However, when FOD happens to be in an aircraft, it can take a large amount of time to identify and retrieve it as they are often in inaccessible spaces. Therefore, more effective and efficient solutions to the identification and removal of FOD are necessary to expedite this process.

Sponsor Penn State’s college of Engineering Design Project Two for the Spring of 2018 was sponsored by Lockheed Martin is an aerospace company whose headquarters is located in Bethesda, Maryland. This worldwide company operates in 58 different companies and employs over 97 thousand employees. Lockheed Martin focuses on developing aeronautics, missiles and fire control, rotary and mission systems, and space systems for various branches of the United States Government, NASA, as well as the governments of seventy other countries. As a result, Lockheed Martin yields approximately 47 billion dollars in sales annually with aeronautics being its largest source of revenue.

Project Requirements & Description Project #2 requires improvements to the difficult process of FOD identification and retrieval. Aircraft and subassemblies can suffer damage if FOD is not removed. Physical solutions should reduce need to disassemble parts and shorten and simplify the retrieval process, especially in tight spaces. The FOD retrieval project was selected after careful consideration of a project timeline and possible costs. Early designs were modeled similarly to medical scopes, cameras, and small claw tools. LIDAR and RADAR were also considered for detection and identification applications. The single device also needed to be capable of multiple tasks: detection, identification, and retrieval. The final design was created for the F-22 Raptor.

Project Statement FOD causes significant problems and possible damage in aircraft and subassemblies. All FOD, whether large or small, can be difficult and time consuming to identify and retrieve. The removal of FOD from small spaces inaccessible to employees is especially difficult without partially disassembling the aircraft or subassembly. Engine damage from external FOD

Design Method

Criteria for Success 3: 1 Designs’ Criteria 8 1 Quality 2 Cost 3 Simplicity 4 Versatility 5 Ease of Use 6 Accessibility of Materials

Procedures ● Understand FOD ● Narrow problem scope ● Make initial assumptions ● Brainstorm ● Discuss ideas ● Model project

Results and Discussion ● Compare to existing competitors designs (AIT) ● Bendable cable ● Grid lines on screen ● Triple prong design ● Duel cable

Conclusions and Recommendations ● FOD Retriever: ○ Versatile ○ Cost-effective ○ Structurally-sound ○ Satisfies all 6 Criteria for Success ● Product Features: ○ Imaging system ○ Mechanical prongs ○ Adjustable cable Further questions, concerns, or engagements can be discussed with Megan Vareha, at (724) 516 -7987 or at mmv 5239@psu. edu. 11

Closing 3: 1 Designs would like to thank Paul Mittan and Lockheed Martin for their business and opportunity, and would like to offer their continued service for the remainder of the project. 3: 1 would also like to express interest in satisfying future company needs through new design engagements.