UCS1001 MDME - Amir

Photo source:  Volvo Car Corporation developing flywheel kinetic energy recovery system; considering broad application . Green Car Congress. (2011, May 26). https://www.greencarcongress.com/2011/05/vcc-20110526.html The integration of KERS which was originally used in F1 cars to mass-produced cars stands as a transformative advancement, not only revolutionizing fuel efficiency and emissions reduction through regenerative braking but also amplifying driving dynamics, responsiveness, and the longevity of braking systems. According to Racecar Engineering (2009), The Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) enhances mass-produced cars by capturing and converting kinetic energy during braking into electrical energy stored in a battery. Upon acceleration, the stored energy provides an extra power boost, improving overall vehicle efficiency (Baisden & Emadi, 2004). Integrated into hybrid and electric vehicles, KERS plays a crucial role in achieving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions....

Description of Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) Photo source:  https://www.kbb.com/car-news/volvos-flywheel-kers-setup-can-cut-fuel-use-by-up-to-25-percent/ Got a rough idea of how KERS works from watching motorsports. Read more about KERS online. Prompted ChatGPT to give an overall summary describing the features of KERS and the applications on production cars. The prompt used was: "Give me a summary about KERS along with its features and its advantages on production cars". The team evaluated the use of KERS on production cars such as Volvo.

Dear Prof. Blackstone I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to introduce myself and provide you with a brief overview of my background. My full name is Muhammad Amir Bin Ashri, most people call me by Amir. I am currently studying engineering in this university to do my best to pursue my academic journey and commitment for my future even though it may be difficult at times. I went through my primary and secondary school in the same institution, Madrasah Irsyad Zuhri Al-Islamiah - a school that focuses on religion and the Arabic language aside from the standard secular academic subjects. Afterwards, I went to and graduated from Nanyang Polytechnic with a diploma in Robotics and Mechatronics. Then, I worked as a technician at my former intern company for seven months up until I got called up for national service. I got posted to the Singapore Police Force and was a Ground Response Force Officer for most of my national service term. I mainly went out for patrol and responded to ...

“Communication skills are an essential component in the education of engineering students to facilitate not just students’ education but also to prepare them for their future careers.” Marc Riemer, Faculty of Engineering, Monash University (2007) The provided statement underscores the significance of effective communication skills for engineering students in their preparation for future professional endeavors. As an individual pursuing engineering studies, I resonate with this sentiment, having encountered various instances wherein I needed to articulate the complexities of my coursework to family and friends lacking an engineering background. In such situations, the challenge lies in translating intricate concepts into understandable terms, elucidating the applicability of acquired knowledge to their daily lives. Recognizing the importance of adept communication, I believe it is crucial for engineering students to cultivate this skill early in their academic journey. Proficient commun...