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Theses from 2024
Design of Telemetry and Remote-Control System for Electric Propulsion Testing, Logan Alvesteffer
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Catalyst Test Stand for Single Cell Evaluation, Tyler Johnson
Energy-Absorbing Helmet for Safer Football, Aidan Laudeman
Virtual Flywheel Torque Sensor, S Tousif Raiyan
Scramjet Combustion Lab Test Section Manufacturing Project, Andrew Rusu
Electric Ducted Fan Lander, Maggie Waechter
Theses from 2023
Design of a Dynamometer Test Platform for Formula SAE Internal Combustion and Electric Powertrains, Ryan Bare
Analysis and Mitigation of Pneumatic Regulator Resonance, Luke Fouch
Design and Implementation of Test Stand Upgrades for Investigating Gearset Churning Losses with Baffles, Matthew Martin
Thermal Control for a Miniaturized Fabry-Perot Interferometer in a CubeSat, Callie Pilkington
High Power Rocket Motor Test Bench, Jonathan Wine
Theses from 2022
FSAE Vehicle Instrumentation and Validation, Alexander Anthony
Design, Optimization, and Construction of Flexure, Optical, Damping, and Leveling Systems for Electric Propulsion Thrust Stand, Logan Hefferan
Thermal & Efficiency Analysis for a High-Speed Gearbox, Reid Larson
The Musical Water Fountain, Amy Nielsen
Thermal & Efficiency Analysis for a High-Speed Gearbox, Austin Owen
Chevy Traverse Kneel System, Kabya Paudel
Electromagnetically Propelled Garage Door, Connor Seifert
Theses from 2021
Charge tracing for determining electrical facility effects on electric spacecraft propulsion systems., Joseph Backe
Automated Form-Fill-Seal Loader, Amara Crosby
Optimum Double Rhombic Flap Design for Z-Plasty, Abdullah Khan
Long-Term Venus Lander, Scott Miller
Long-Duration Venus Explorer, Ethan Reid
Hinging, Propping, and Latching Mechanisms for Sunseeker Solar Car, Zachary Ruppenthal
Design of a Full-Scale Plant for Plastic Pyrolysis, Hannah Sargent
Rotary Joint Sealing Surface Manufacturing Variability, Jonathan Scare
Design of a Lubrication System for a CAViDS High-Speed Test Stand, Sachin Sharma
Autonomous Vehicle Camera Mount Application, Yuan Sheng Sit
Rotary Joint Sealing Surface Manufacturing Improvements, Amanda Vella
Long Duration Venus Lander, Aidan Wales
Theses from 2020
Aerodynamics of Wind Loading on Buildings, Kayla Burch
Design of a Carbon Fiber Composite Monocoque Chassis for a Formula-Style Vehicle, Alexander Carline
Software Tool for Analyzing the Bending Strength of Gear Teeth, Tayla Hall
Design of a Carbon Fiber Composite Monocoque Chassis for a Formula Style Vehicle, Mitchell Hiller
Theses from 2019
Modular Water Modeling for Manufacturing, Tyler Drobnik
Lightweight Racing Suspension, Colin Haynes
Methodology of Topology Optimization, Naziha Khandoker
Thermal Adaptation of a Vacuum Chamber, Jacob Russell
Design of a Thrust Stand for Electric Propulsion, Hannah Watts
Theses from 2018
Design of an Advanced Formula SAE Chassis Utilizing Carbon Fiber Laminates, Susanne Crum
Design of Force Versus Displacement Test Stand, Andrew Fritchley
Investment Casting "In a Box", Kevin Greer
Structural Reinforcement of Streamline Tubing, Peter Grohs
Electromagnetic Radiation Shield for Spacecraft, Oseas Hudy-Velasco
Rotating Mount for Complex Fluid Flow Research, Kirsten Murphy
Rotating Mount for Complex Fluid Flow Research, Kirsten Murphy
Design of an Electric Propulsion Thruster Breakout Box System, Ryan Powers
Theses from 2017
Low-Cost Control Engineering Experiments, Megan Arduin
RePrinter, Christian Brower
Next Generation Modular Oven Accessory Development, Samuel Dayton
Design of a CubeSat Separation Mechanism, Ross Hiller
Smart Shot - Advanced Firearms Training, Conner Knepley
Biogas Separator and Storage Tank, Brandon Nimtz
Boat-Lift Design and Analysis, Nathan Schick
Theses from 2016
Vertical Take-off and Landing Unmanned Aerial Vehicle for Payload Delivery Applications, David Ajoku
Designing an Accessible Hall Effect Thruster, Matthew Baird
Optimization of a Sustainable Bicycle Generator, Erika Fojtik
Closed-Loop Motor Controlled Valve, Aaron Labomascus
Design of Computerized Surgical Screwdriver, Jacob Nye
Least Cost Analysis for Solar Photovoltaic Maintenance of the WMU Miller Auditorium Array, Kelsey Pitschel
Optimization of a Sustainable Bicycle Generator, Kelsey Pitschel
Design of Computerized Surgical Screwdriver, Timothy Ruesink
CubeSAT ADCS Validation and Testing Apparatus, Jacob Stevens
Attitude Determination Control Testing System (Helmholtz Cage and Air Bearing), Nicolas Theoret
Theses from 2015
Design of a Quick Connect Coupler for a Surgical Drill, Alexander Auer
Design and Fabrication of an Instrumented Cane for the Blind, Aaron Dean
Design of Novel Respiratory Equipment, Stephen John
Design of a Tandem Rotor Hovering Vehicle, Brent Kostich
Design of a Tandem Rotor Hovering Vehicle, Nicole St. Louis, Steven Beuerle, Brent Kostich, and Andrew Verstraete
The Development of an Autonomous Proximity Operations Demonstration System, Spencer Watza
Theses from 2014
Design and Analysis of a Cold Gas Propulsion System for Stabilization and Maneuverability of a High Altitude Research Balloon, Mitchell Brownell
Subtalar Fusion Fixture Design and Test, Andrew Campbell
Optimization of an Ankle Loading Mechanism for CT Scanning, Krista Fox
Subtalar Fusion Fixture Design and Test, Nathan Ortiz
Development of Long Endurance Small Unmanned Aerial System, Andreas Quainoo
Theses from 2012
1.4L Turbo CAC and AC Condensor System, Matthew Cutler
Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle HVAC Optimization, Jessica Hartl
Hydraulic Test Cell Power Recovery System, Peter M. Kanda
Optimization of an Airboat Design, Adam P. Leppek
1.4L Turbo CAC and AC Condensor System, Mitchell Zajac