Simulation of Ice Environments for Robotic Applications

Student: Dallas Wells Committee: Dr. Hamidreza Marvi   Abstract:  The use of simulations allows for reduction in cost and the ability to remotely gain experimental test data. Ice as a material is difficult to simulate due to strong non-linear properties that can...

Optimal Thermostat Programming for Time of Use and Demand Charges

Student: Michael Yaw Baah Wadieh Committee: Dr. Matthew M. Peet   Abstract:  This project seeks to utilize an optimization approach in programming HVAC thermostats, minimizing combined Time-of-Use and Demand charges for residential consumers. Energy storage...

The CubeSat Learning Kit

Student: Daniel La Rosa Faculty Advisor: Dr. Charles Boehmer   Abstract:  This project focuses on developing a kit for building a mock 3:1 scale 1U CubeSat that simulates data transfer from sensor to antenna. The goal is to show high students, the target...