As artificial intelligence is increasingly used in decision-making, interface design can influence how users interpret and trust its recommendations. This project addresses that challenge by studying how humanlike design features affect user reliance on AI advice. The research compares anthropomorphic and tool-like interfaces in simulated decision scenarios to evaluate differences in trust and behavior. The…

Upper-limb rehabilitation often lacks accessible tools that provide consistent feedback and engagement. This project addresses that challenge by developing a virtual reality system that uses real-time hand and trajectory tracking during 3D movement tasks. The system evaluates how factors such as target size and path shape affect accuracy and completion time. It provides immediate visual…

Thumb-based interaction is important for usability in virtual and augmented environments, but accurately detecting force remains a challenge. This project addresses that gap by developing a vision-based system that detects both thumb position and applied force without requiring separate hand localization. The system supports recognition of subtle gestures from an egocentric perspective. The goal is…

Artificial intelligence is increasingly used in manufacturing, but its effect on human behavior and performance is not well understood. This project addresses that gap by studying how AI assistance influences visual attention during a 3D printing leak detection task. Using eye-tracking technology, the system measures gaze patterns such as fixation duration and movement to compare…

Monitoring hand rehabilitation can be difficult without accessible tools that provide consistent, objective feedback. This project addresses that challenge by developing a low-cost, non-contact system that uses a smartphone to track hand movement in real time. The system combines digital image correlation and hand pose estimation to measure surface strain and joint motion. It provides…

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Naval aviation supply systems rely on manual data entry to track parts usage, which can lead to gaps in records and delays in contract renewal. This project addresses that challenge by developing a digital system that automatically records when parts are removed from inventory and generates notifications for replacement. The approach aims to improve accuracy…

Workforce staffing can be disrupted by delays, employee callouts and frequent schedule changes, making it difficult to maintain efficient operations. This project addresses that challenge by developing an integrated system that works with existing platforms to support staffing decisions. The system focuses on identifying appropriate employees to fill gaps during disruptions. It also considers the…

Maintenance challenges affecting F-35 platforms at Luke Air Force Base can impact aircraft readiness and training operations. This project addresses that issue by identifying root causes related to degradation of low observable coatings and increased failure rates during sortie generation. The team evaluates contributing factors and develops data-informed recommendations for improvement. The goal is to…

Reviewing pilot logbooks can be time-consuming and may lead to inconsistencies when verifying reported information. This project addresses that challenge by developing a more efficient process for the pilot hiring team at United Airlines to review logbooks. The system focuses on identifying and matching records of failures, incidents and accidents with application data. The goal…