Tick Forcep

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Design Challenge: Designing an Affordable and Portable Tool for Removing Ticks After Spending Time in Wooded Areas. Justification: The proposed design is intended for use during outdoor activities such as hiking or field biology, where the risk of tick bites is high. A biodegradable forcep that can pick up a single poppy seed would be highly effective in this context. Design Features: * Angled tips enable precise alignment and placement of the tool. * The material used allows for flexibility, making it easier to maneuver in tight spaces. * An additional hole is cut in the center to accommodate a tag or label, reducing waste and increasing functionality. Example: The design was successfully created using a Glowforge with 1/8 inch (3mm) particle board / plywood. The "Forcep" file contains a single copy of the design in .svg format, while the "ForcepGrouped" file features an array of 16 tweezers that fit on a square foot of board in .svg format. Designing for Mass Production: By arranging the designs in a grouped format, it is possible to print large quantities efficiently. For instance, a single 4 by 8 foot board can accommodate up to 512 cutouts. Software Used: Inkscape software version 0.92.3 was used to create the designs. Project Proposal by Dr. Richard H. Siderits