Mechanical design project focused on a telescoping ski mechanism to improve transport and storage while maintaining alignment.
Traditional skis are long and difficult to transport in smaller vehicles
The objective was to design a ski capable of collapsing into itself to improve portability.
Emphasis was placed on mechanical alignment, structural integrity, and manufacturability
Maintain longitudinal and lateral alignment under load
Telescoping mechanism with controlled relative motion
Compatible with conventional manufacturing processes
Clear part interfaces suitable for engineering documentation
The mechanism uses an internal telescoping rail system that allows axial collapse while maintaining longitudinal and lateral alignment between ski sections. Rotational constraint features were incorporated to prevent torsional misalignment during compression and extension.
The exploded view was used to validate part interfaces, fastener access, and assembly order using standard fastening methods.
Fully dimensioned part and assembly drawings
Controlled interfaces for sliding and alignment features
Documentation created using standard mechanical drafting practices
Prioritized manufacturability and documentation clarity over minimum part count
Accepted additional internal structure to improve stiffness and reliability