From concept to product

Jan 25, 2018

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More innovative student projects

Each semester, senior mechanical engineering majors complete a capstone course in engineering design. In this course (Engineering Design II: Conceptualization and Realization), they work in teams on the applied design of a practical mechanical system.

At the end of the term, the teams showcase their projects during the Department of Mechancial Engineering’s Design Expo. Here are some examples from the event.

  • A mechanical engineering students adjusts an assistive hamstring stretch device.
    A student adjusts the Hammy Helper, an assistive hamstring stretch device.
  • Mechanical engineering students construct a prototype of the Hammy Helper, a low-cost, easy to transport device to assist users with safe, effective hamstring stretching.
    The Hammy Helper team members construct their prototype.
  • A close up of a wooden component of the Hammy Helper.
    The team used wood as one of the low-cost materials.
  • Mechanical engineering students demo a portable hydroelectric device.
    This portable hydroelectric device allows the user to harness electrical energy from a flowing source of water in remote locations.
  • A close up view of the students' portable hydroelectric device.
    A closer look at the team's portable hydroelectric device prototype.
  • AccuGrip is a motorized gripping assistant for patients who cannot extend or flex their fingers.
    The AccuGrip is a motorized gripping assistant for patients who cannot flex and extend their fingers.
  • AccuGrip is a motorized gripping assistant for patients who cannot extend or flex their fingers.
    Visitors examine the AccuGrip prototype.