Development of a Rain Visor for Automobiles
Authors' Class Standing
Katharine Miley, Freshman
Lead Presenter's Name
Katharine Miley
Faculty Mentor Name
Jason Kring
Abstract
Title: Development of a Rain Visor for Automobiles
Lead Author: Katharine Miley
ABSTRACT
With heavy rain, automobile drivers’ visibility is limited and accidents are more ubiquitous. Although windshield wipers are effective for light rain, they are often insufficient in heavy downpours that are common in regions such as Florida. This study aims to solve this problem by developing a protective visor above the windshield. It would be made out of plastic and curved up at the top, much like a gutter, to decrease excess rain runoff. It would be attached to the car's roof by hinges, which would allow for the visor to be stored on top of the car when not in use. Using an iterative design approach, whereby a prototype design is tested, redesigned, then tested again, I will start with a computer model of the device and eventually create a functioning example for real-world testing. Ultimately, this device would improve visibility and safety for drivers during a rainstorm.
Location
Flight Deck
Start Date
9-4-2014 10:00 AM
Development of a Rain Visor for Automobiles
Flight Deck
Title: Development of a Rain Visor for Automobiles
Lead Author: Katharine Miley
ABSTRACT
With heavy rain, automobile drivers’ visibility is limited and accidents are more ubiquitous. Although windshield wipers are effective for light rain, they are often insufficient in heavy downpours that are common in regions such as Florida. This study aims to solve this problem by developing a protective visor above the windshield. It would be made out of plastic and curved up at the top, much like a gutter, to decrease excess rain runoff. It would be attached to the car's roof by hinges, which would allow for the visor to be stored on top of the car when not in use. Using an iterative design approach, whereby a prototype design is tested, redesigned, then tested again, I will start with a computer model of the device and eventually create a functioning example for real-world testing. Ultimately, this device would improve visibility and safety for drivers during a rainstorm.