The document describes the challenges of designing a shaft to meet several requirements. The shaft diameters had to pass a safety factor test, support radial forces on bearings, and allow bearings and gears to mount onto the shaft. Analyzing the shaft at different points ensured it met the 1.5 safety factor. Diameters and shoulders were adjusted to satisfy all criteria. Visualizing a real input shaft helped understand design constraints. Solidworks modeling aided comprehension. The project provided shaft design experience.