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Abstract
The objective of this project is to create a device that will clean the exterior of grease fittings to eliminate any foreign debris from entering the grease cavity when servicing machines. Many machines utilize grease fittings to insert new grease into grease cavities to extend the longevity of the lubricating grease as well as the parts being lubricated. The device will eliminate surface debris using a rotational cleaning attachment and degreasing, cleaning solution simultaneously. This device will eliminate the need for paper towels, which are typically used for the cleaning of grease fittings. Using paper towels to clean grease fittings produces a lot of unnecessary waste. This new device will create a more environmentally friendly way of cleaning fittings. To fulfill the goal of making this product require minimal effort from the user, the rotational end and the cleaning system will be electrically propelled and can be activated by a trigger and switch. The team members will use their engineering knowledge acquired in previous classes to make a product that fulfills the requirements for this project. The product should also be user-friendly and effective by following design requirements set forth by potential end users. The final goal of this project is to create a working prototype while staying under the proposed budget of 150 dollars.