This team’s project is a K-12 STEM museum exhibit to showcase the principle of electromagnetism. To demonstrate this principle, this team constructed a track with electromagnetic coils to accelerate a steel ball based on a speed input and the triggering of optical sensors along the track. The system has a control interface in which settings…

This team’s project is an interactive solar tracker designed to help young students learn about solar energy in a fun and engaging way. The system uses a motor to move a solar panel toward the brightest light source, utilizing optical sensors and a voltage sensor to retrieve voltage data. Students can control the panel with…

This team is designing and programming a 3D-printed robot to assist with delivering lecture material. The robot is capable of speaking and moving around the classroom, engaging with students. It will be controlled via a phone app to enhance interaction and learning. Sponsor Scalable Asymmetric Lifecycle Engagement (SCALE)

This team’s project involves designing and testing power generators, such as windmills, water wheels, and solar panels, to measure their power output. The system was upgraded by replacing the old setup with a weatherproof touchscreen control panel powered by an IDEC FT1A PLC, which reads each student project and calculates the wattage produced. Additionally, the…

This team is developing a virtual reality simulation to help students develop empathy for the people they are designing for. The simulation will also help students learn how to apply critical thinking skills to identify the limitations and challenges of new technology. Sponsor

The purpose of this project is to increase worker safety on construction sites by detecting hazardous gases and temperatures. If the user enters an unsafe environment, an LED will flash or the helmet will vibrate depending on the environmental risk. The team’s solution will be a compact, lightweight module that can be attached to any…

This team’s project, OptimEYES, is an intelligent tool status notification system designed to enhance safety and efficiency on automated construction sites. As the industry shifts toward machine-operated tasks, operators are still required to remain nearby to verify accuracy. OptimEYES addresses this challenge by attaching directly to construction tools and monitoring operational status; such as obstacle…

This project uses four load sensors to measure a vehicle’s total load weight. It compares the weight to a user-defined maximum and triggers a warning if the load nears or exceeds this limit. The system provides real-time feedback to prevent overloading, enhancing safety and longevity for transport vehicles. Sponsor

Supply and Demand Open Knowledge Network, or SUDOKN, is an interconnected network of publicly available manufacturing capability data focused on Small and Medium-Sized Manufacturers, or SMM. This project empowers SMMs by bolstering their visibility through the open knowledge network on supply and demand data for small and medium-sized manufacturers across the country. Sponsor National Science…