Was one of 14 out of 60+ teams that were named a finalist to the competition
Brainstormed/designed OGON Shield, a product to prevent wild-fire damages to homes using SolidWorks
Collaborated with business student peer to design OGON Shield and an effective pitch for the judges and audience
Presented the product pitch in video form in the initial round, and in front of a live audience and judges in the final round
Identified problem as fire damage to homes (mainly by flying embers)
Brainstormed solution of OGON Shield, a lightweight fire-resistant cover to protect homes
Researched and brainstormed feasibility of our idea
Designed a metal frame with fire-resistant sheeting that is raised up with conveyors
Researched real world materials to possibly use in product
More conveyors within frame pull up extra sheeting to cover all sides of home
Created parts and assembly in Solidworks
Depicted various stages of the shield and multiple angles for presentation
Pitched product as video
Became a finalist and pitched it as a presentation in front of audience