The UNLV College of Engineering’s problem solvers of tomorrow are getting ready to strut their stuff and show off their technological expertise and ingenuity during the Fall 2022 Fred and Harriet Cox Senior Design Competition.
The bi-annual event tasks soon-to-be engineering graduates with creating practical solutions to engineering or computer science challenges. The student-created projects are rated by a panel of industry experts who judge the ideas based on their presentation, sustainability, and likelihood of breaking into the commercial market.
From 1:45 to 6 p.m. on Dec. 9, the inventors will display their creations inside the Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall and nearby UNLV Foundation Building Blasco Event Wing. The event is free and open to the public.
More than 30 student inventions will be on display during this fall's competition, including:
Rescue Robot
Crisis scenarios are often too dangerous for humans to go near, but a robot could start assisting immediately. Using GPS coordinates and superior strength, a Rescue Robot can clear a path for human rescuers and lower the likelihood of further casualties.
Pet Pal
If you struggle to control your pets’ diets and wish you could interact with them more when you’re away from home, the Pet Pal is for you. The invention can feed pets their unique servings separately with an electronically controlled lid. It also allows for the pet to see its owner through a camera, who can then distribute treats. And it’s all controlled through an app.
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Accessibility among hearing aids, pocket translators, and transcribers is all over the place – but there’s a solution. A single device that is portable and user-friendly will help anyone with impairments or disabilities with speech and language in ways previously unseen in the market.
Firefly Breathing Apparatus
Firefighters make a career of charging into danger to save members of their community, and it takes a serious toll. Aside from the physical dangers, health conditions from smoke inhalation can sideline our first responders (sometimes permanently). The Firefly filter cleans and cools the air being inhaled, with a design ensuring comfort and durability for the most hazardous of jobs.
DevHour
Some of our diets require a bit more finesse to satisfy, whether it’s because of allergies or religious observations. This application lets any users conscious of calories, allergies, gluten, and any other dietary restriction find a suitable restaurant for them.
Rain or Shine Sanctuary
Imagine booking a trip to a theme park only for it to be raining when you finally arrive. Half of the attractions shut down, spoiling the fun. That’s an issue of the past. A massive solar-powered shading umbrella can block out the rain and supply shade from intense heat, while also having no impact on the scenery.
Tule Springs Runoff Mitigation
Contesting Mother Nature can be an uphill battle – or a downhill one. The Tule Springs National Monument in North Las Vegas is being damaged from rainwater runoff with no plan in place. This solution would stabilize the soil upstream and design a means to divert the water flow away from the historical site.
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