eProjects
Problem solving demonstrated.
Challenges defined by industry partners are solved through the diligence of student teams working under the expertise of faculty members.
How it Works
Each eProject involves four to eight students who work together in an interdisciplinary team for either a semester or academic year, depending on the complexity of the project. The industry partner commits to funding the project for materials, equipment and other expenses incurred by the project. The project sponsor also provides a project liaison with whom the student team interacts to develop detailed project requirements, exchange information, negotiate changes and present interim and final results. In turn, the industry partner receives full access to all project outcomes and results. Intellectual property is retained by the industry partner.
Spring 2026
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Perovskite solar cells offer potential for energy generation but face challenges due to chemical instability during operation. This project addresses that issue by working with Beyond Silicon to develop a degradation simulation system for testing cells at open circuit voltage.…
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Industrial equipment can present ergonomic and safety challenges that affect operator efficiency and workflow. This project addresses that issue by working with Amphenol Aerospace to improve an existing media separator system. The team developed a protective enclosure with safety interlocks,…
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Installing solar panels on tracking systems can require significant manual labor and increase installation time. This project addresses that challenge by working with Array Technologies to design a scaled prototype of a robotic system that assists with panel placement. The…
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Installing steel clips for solar panel alignment can be physically demanding and may lead to inconsistent results with existing tools. This project addresses that challenge by working with Array Technologies to design an ergonomic hand tool for clip installation. The…
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Measuring and validating torque in motor and gearbox systems can be inconsistent due to limited integration between hardware and data collection tools. This project addresses that challenge by working with Array Technologies to develop a system for real-time torque measurement…
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Frequent failure of high-cycle components in continuous production systems can lead to costly downtime and maintenance challenges. This project addresses that issue by working with Lallemand USA to improve the design and manufacturing of critical parts used in yeast production…
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Lightning strikes can cause damage to infrastructure, requiring costly repairs and creating safety risks during field maintenance. This project addresses that challenge by working with General Dynamics Mission Systems to develop a laboratory system that simulates lightning strikes. The system…
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Testing advanced navigation systems on full-scale aircraft can be costly and introduce operational risk during early development. This project addresses that challenge by working with Honeywell International Inc. to develop a scaled fixed-wing flight testbed. The system integrates navigation hardware…
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Motion sensors used in automatic door systems can be bulky, prone to false triggering and limited in durability under varying environmental conditions. This project addresses that challenge by working with Summit Automation to redesign a motion sensor that improves size,…
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Repairing internal surfaces of small components can be difficult with existing cold spray equipment due to size limitations of standard nozzles. This project addresses that challenge by working with Honeywell Aerospace to develop a compact, angled nozzle capable of reaching…
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Accurate bore-diameter measurement is essential for maintaining safety, performance and efficiency in manufacturing processes. This project addresses that challenge by developing a real-time, digital measurement system for use in Boeing production environments. The device uses mechanical vibration, an accelerometer and…
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Early prototypes of automated security devices can face limitations in detection accuracy, control and user interaction. This project addresses those challenges by working with Axon to improve an existing pan-tilt TASER system. The team focuses on enhancing human detection, refining…
Thank you for joining us at the Spring 2026 Innovation Showcase
This event took place on Friday, May 1, 2026, in the
Sun Devil Fitness Complex, on the Polytechnic campus at ASU.
Morning session: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Afternoon session: 3–5 p.m.
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