How to Prepare Your ZPI Final Article: A Guide for Students

As part of the ZPI (Zespołowe Przedsięwzięcie Inżynierskie), teams are required to prepare a four-page article (abstract) summarizing their project and the results they have achieved. Even though the nature of these projects is engineering-oriented, the article should follow a professional structure that allows for the clear presentation of key aspects of the project. This post will guide you through the required structure and provide a LaTeX template to help you format your article.

The article should consist of three main sections: Identification of the Project, Body (Development), and Conclusion. Below is a detailed breakdown of each section.

1. Title of the Project

   • The title should be concise yet capture the essence of the project. You may include a subtitle that emphasizes the main result of your project. You have probably already defined your title while preparing the Premise, however, you can change it now.

2. Authors and Affiliations

   • List the names of the team members and their respective roles (if applicable).
   • Include the name of the project supervisor(s) and their affiliation with the Wrocław University of Technology.

3. Abstract

   • A brief (100-150 words) summary of the project. This should include the project’s objective, results, and their significance. It is the condensed version of your article, allowing others to quickly grasp its essence.

4. Introduction

   • Provide a brief description of the problem that your project aimed to solve, along with some background information.
   • Clearly define the project’s objectives in a business or technical context, explaining its practical importance.
   • Identify the goals the team set out to achieve, and highlight the business or technical benefits expected from the project.

5. Related Work

   • Present a brief review of existing solutions and technologies related to your project.
   • If your project addresses a marketable product, you can analyze competitor products and highlight how your project stands out.
   • Discuss the main design assumptions such as technology choices, time constraints, resources, and limitations that the team encountered.

6. Results

   • This is the most crucial section of your article. Provide a detailed description of the results achieved in your project:
     • What functionalities were implemented?
     • What business or technical objectives were met?
     • Include data or metrics demonstrating the success of the project (e.g., performance, cost savings, test results).
   • If applicable, discuss the practical application of your project, its implementation, or potential benefits for users.

7. Conclusions

   • Summarize the results you have achieved and their significance for the intended audience (business or technical).
   • Point out the most important success of the project.

8. Future Directions

   • Offer suggestions for potential future development of the project.
   • Consider what additional features could be added, or how the project could be improved or scaled up.

9. Acknowledgments (Optional)

   • A brief section where you can thank individuals or organizations that supported your project.

10. References

    • A list of sources you used during the course of your project. This can include technical documentation, tutorials, or academic papers if they were cited in your article.

• While details about the methodology and technology used in your project are important, they should be kept brief and ideally incorporated into the introduction to maintain focus on the results and their practical significance.
• The page limit is set to 4, but please feel free to extend if needed. The maximum length of the abstract is 8 pages.

• Keep the article clear and concise. Remember, the focus should be on the results and their practical significance, rather than on the technical implementation.
• Use LaTeX's built-in formatting features to create a professional layout for your article.
• Proofread your article before submission to ensure clarity and correctness.
• The abstract should be prepared in language in which you are studying unless agreed with your supervisor that you prepare it in English.

By following these guidelines and using the provided LaTeX template, you'll be able to craft a well-structured, professional article that effectively presents your project and its outcomes. Good luck!