Xian Sheng

 In the article "Introducing the Seabin Project"(2018), The Seabin Project introduces the solution of ensnaring debris before flowing into the ocean, peculiarly to highly populated areas, by two surfers who got sick of swimming in garbage. The article mentions how "Plastic pollution" contributes to most of the eight million tonnes of waste yearly and which is causing harm to the sea animals. The article explains that Seabin functions by filtering debris into a "catch-bag" and pushing the cleaned water back out while being powered by electricity from shore. The Seabin is also accoutred with "oil-absorbent pads" that filter petroleum-based oil and detergents. The article mentioned that the Seabins is best to place it strategically to maximize collection due to the Seabin is unable to captivate debris from a distance. The article claims that the Seabin is still developing a "recycled material catch-bag" and solar panels as a "zero-car...

Subject line: A Self Introduction by Xian Sheng   Dear Professor Blackstone My name is Xian Sheng and I am in your class MEC1281 T6. I hope that through this letter, you are able to understand me better. In 2017, I have graduated from Ngee Ann Polytechnic with a diploma in mechanical engineering. During the final year of my diploma, I chose to be specialized in design and hence developed a great interest in engineering. What led me to be interested in Design is the process of creating a solution for the problems and the process of brainstorming to improve the prototype during my stage of final year project. Ever since I have always aspired to be the person that is creating a product to help those in need such as the handicapped and the elderlies My main strength in communication comes in the form of public speaking. I am rather comfortable speaking with a big crowd and do not shy away to share my thoughts and knowledge prevailing to the topic of discussion. I used to...

"Developing excellent communication skills is absolutely essential to effective leadership. The leader must be able to share knowledge and ideas to transmit a sense of urgency and enthusiasm to others. If a leader can't get a message across clearly and motivate others to act on it, then having a message doesn't even matter." Gilbert Amelio, President and CEO of National Semiconductor Corp Gilbert Amelio is trying to send a message across indicating that the things he had in mind should be presented clearly for the others to understand. Being a leader himself, he is sharing his own personal experience and knowledge to the respective audience. Thank you for reading :)