2024
The Daedalus Project
Preston Clinedinst, John Cowart, Grayson Smith, Jenna Murray, and Nicholas Laymon
The Daedalus Project presents rocket design strategies for the NASA University Student Launch Initiative (USLI) Competition 2023-2024. Focused on achieving a 5,280 feet apogee, a 90-second descent time, and precise payload deployment at 400 feet, our senior design team showcases advancements in propulsion, aerodynamics, and precision landing mechanisms. This research is a culmination of our experience as mechanical engineers, and explores our interest in aerospace engineering in a competitive environment.
Mobility Assistance Device (MAD)
Jacob Dorr, April Faircloth, Asher Young, Jacob Dorr, and Trevor Yelton
The Mobility Assistance Device (MAD) is a self-propelled rollator-walker designed to enhance mobility and safety for individuals with disabilities or mobility impairments. By integrating specialized fall prevention mechanisms, MAD aims to reduce the risk of falls and associated injuries, providing greater stability compared to traditional walkers or rollators. Additionally, MAD prioritizes user experience through ergonomic design and intuitive controls, empowering users to navigate their environment with independence and confidence.