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Portfolio

"Below is a chronological display showcasing a sample of work thoughout my career so far. With most completed individually and others as a group, where I took a leading role providing direction for the group, deligating tasks and organising the projects."

Year 3 of University:​
 
  • Individual project; design of a sub assembly area system & fixture for Bentley Motors Limited (more information can be found on next page).
  • Design of an automated laser drilling turbine manufacturing line.
  • Dimensional variation model analysis.
  • Re-design for optimal manufacture of a blender & pen using Boothroyd & Lucas methods.
  • Engineering management; law, finance & quality.
  • Finite element analysis of a bike frame.
  • Manufacture planning modelling, using varying capacity plans.
  • Concept design of a theoretical energy harnessing device for McLaren.
  • Sustainable analysis for manufacturing & assembly of a laminator.
Industrial Placement
 
A year working at Bentley Motors Limited in manufacturing, to gain my DIS (diploma in industrial studies), involving:
  • Launch support of the limited Continental GT3-R into production.
  • Quality checkpoint reconciliation of Continental & Flying Spur line.
  • Defect analysis & improvement.
  • Line balancing & work force optimisation.
  • Cost reduction & improvement of lean manufacturing.
Year 2 of University:​
 
  • Ergonomic modelling & assessment, Mercedes Benz Actros Big-space 2500x2300

  • Sagentia design consultancy project, conceptual bike lock design.

  • Implementation of innovative use for graphene, water purification.

  • Catapult design & calculation of trajectory.

  • Plane design optimisation using Excel modelling.

  • BAe systems ship part manufacture & cost planning.

  • Conceptual container design using external influences and mechanisms.

  • Structural crane analysis using bespoke software.

  • PCB manufacturing analysis & solder paste printing.

  • Management report on JLR & their change in structure.

  • Software engineering with C-Sharp coding for a forge calculator & washing machine.

  • Statics fundamentals

  • Design of machine elements; lubrication, springs, gears, bearings & bolted joints.

Year 1 of University:​
 
  • Beam design & analysis project; 180kg capacity on 0.368kg structure.
  • Hand render & display; high pressure pump.
  • Design & visualization CAD; bike shock.
  • Healthcare accessory design, market & ergonomics of an interchangeable wheelchair cover.
  • Engine material & manufacture review; k-series rover.
  • Product dismantle & discover, hand blender for material choice & design.
  • Design & visualisation; vice.
  • Ergonomic assessment of desk design in SAMMIE.
  • Learning of design parameter for; milling, turning, CNC machining & welding.
  • Electronics theory.
  • Engineering science.
  • Materials & manufacturing.
  • Mathematics.
Design & Technology, Product Design Project:
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For my A-Level project I designed and made a bike workstand, manufacturing every component in my design, whilst also incorporating a unique clamping device into the stand. The stand was foldable, height adjustable, could hold a bike up to 30kg and rotate it 360 degrees, whilst clamping multiple shapes and sizes of tubes. Including a in-depth writeup of the project, I gained and A* for all my work. 

Design & Technology, Resistant Materials Project:
 

As my final project in GCSE D&T I designed and made a stylish oak side table. The key features of which, were to organize and store electronic devices whilst still being aesthetically pleasing for the set environment. I constructed it by hand all from solid white oak and finished it with soft closing ball bearing draw runners and an inlayed glass top.

Art
 
​The display of work to the right show the portfolio produced over the two year of GCSE Artwork, including my exam pieces. I covered sculpture, clay work, building design, painting and drawing to obtain 100% mark.

© 2023 by Charles Livens

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