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Senior Design Projects

Explore the innovative work of UNC Charlotte’s engineering seniors in the Senior Design Projects showcase. This culminating experience empowers students to apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges by collaborating with industry partners, solving complex problems, and delivering impactful solutions. From concept to completion, these projects highlight creativity, technical excellence, and the future talent emerging from the W.S. Lee College of Engineering.

Spring 2026 Best Project Winner

CID_BALANCER: Design and Build of a Vertical Static Precision Balancer

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CID Attachments

Projects Starting in Fall 2026

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
ISE = Industrial and Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME concentration students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME concentration students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME concentration students are given preference on all CPM projects
NOTE 5: Machine Learning ECE concentration students are given preference on all machine learning projects
NOTE 6: Precision ME concentration students are given preference on all projects marked as Precision Projects.
Note 7: Aerospace ME concentration students are given preference on all projects marked as Aerospace Projects.

Project supporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
3M|Scott SafetyDesign of a Regulator Automated Tube TestME,EE,CpE,ISE
Advanced Respiratory and Sleep Medicine, PLLCDesign of a CPAP Tube Management SystemMEBiomedical
ASMLHigh Precision Low Cost Linear Air Bearing Stage Phase 3MEPrecision
Atrium Health (Musculoskeletal Institute)Design of an accelerated aging device for orthopedic implants and biomaterialsME,EE,CpEBiomedical
BASFDesign & Construction of an IR/Forced Air Belt Oven for Laboratory TestingME,EE,CpE
Belmont TrolleyBattery Cart Operational Hardening, Integration & Validation ProgramME, EE
Blum IncIndustrial Energy Systems OptimizationME,EE,ISEEnergy
CAPERDesign and Implementation of System Protection Schemes for Electric UtilitiesEEEnergy
CarrierDesign a Common Supplier Electrical Test Platform for Water-Cooled Chiller ProductsME,EE,CpE,ISE
Charlotte Douglas International AirportSouth Campus Utility Plant DesignME, EEEnergy
Curtiss-WrightDesign of a Brushless DC (BLDC) Motor Controlled Actuator EmulatorME,EE,CpE,ISE
DAUCHDesign of a Universal Safe Launch Inspection StationME,EE,CpE,ISE
Doosan BobcatPortable Air Compressor Frame Cost ReductionME, ISE
Duke EnergyDesign of a Mounting Base for Vertical Axis TurbinesMEEnergy
Duke EnergyDesign of an Animal Mitigation Solution for SubstationsMEEnergy
ElectroluxDishwasher Moisture Quantification SystemME,EE,CpE,ISE
EPRIDetection of Chloride Induced Stress Corrosion CrackingME,EE,CpE,ISEEnergy
Fontaine ModificationDesign of a Truck Frame Configurable Template KitMEMotorsports
High Energy Optics LabDesign of a Three Beam Interference Lithography ToolME,EE,CpEPrecision
HeycoDesign of an Automotive Clip-Assembly Automation FixtureME,EE,CpE,ISE
InfosenseMechanical optimization of commercial acoustic pipe inspection productME, ISE
J&L Machine and FabricationUtilizing computer vision processing and use of AI to automate different processes in manufacturingME, CpE, ISE
Lawrence Livermore LabsAnalysis, Optimization and Precision Fixture Design for Bending Transmissive Crystals
MEPrecision
LegrandTP Wall plate Cell Pack Station RedesignME, ISE
Eli LillyDesign of a Vision Inspection System for SyringesME,EE,CpE
Lucid BotsDesign of a Drone Lighting SystemME, EE
Mohawk Wood and LaminatePress-Point: A Handheld Tester for HDF Surface DeformabilityME,EE,CpE
NAVAIRDesign of an Adjustable Ballast System for the KC-130JMEAero
NAVAIRDesign of an H-53 Weight and Balance KitMEAero
Polymer CenterDesign and Build of a Polymer Grinding Station _ Phase 2ME,EE,CpE,ISE
Process and Data AutomationDesign of a Machine Video Monitoring and Tracking SystemMachine Learn
RovisysDevelopment of a Product Workflow Tool for Industrial Control PanelsME,EE,CpE,ISEMachine Learn
Safe Fire DetectionFeasibility and implementation of work force augmentation with AutomationME, EEMachine Learn
Siemens EnergyDetection of Blocked Cooling Holes Using Infrared ThermographyME,EE,CpE,ISEEnergy
United Protective TechnologiesValve Stem Packing Wear and Leak Rate StudyME,EE,CpE,ISEPrecision
Vehicle Enhancement SystemsSmart LED Marker Light Camera System Utilizing Power over Data Line (PoDL) NetworkingME,EE,CpEMotorsports
Ward Vessel and ExchangerDesign of a Heat Exchanger Tube Projection Setting ToolME
Windsor Window and DoorsDesign of a Nailfin-Cardboard Slitting Machine ME,EE,CpE
UNC Charlotte EMET DepartmentReal-time SCADA system for automation and integration within the ETEM CurriculumEM
UNC Charlotte ETCM DepartmentNASA Lunabotics Challenge 2027ME,EE,CpE,ISEAero
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentAIAA Design-Build-Fly CompetitionMEAero
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentFSAE EV Competition CarME,EE,CpEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentFSAE IC Chassis SimulationsME,CpEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentFSAE IC Competition CarME, EEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentSingle Robust Rewarming Device for Regenerative Medicine ApplicationsME, CpE, EEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentNASA Student LaunchME, CpE, EEAero
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentWind Turbine DesignME,EE,CpE,ISEEnergy
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentDesign, build, test of a optimized 3 pound class battlebotME
Projects Starting in Spring 2026

Click on the project name to see the Project’s Statement of Work.

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
ISE = Industrial and Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME concentration students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME concentration students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME concentration students are given preference on all CPM projects
NOTE 5: Machine Learning ECE concentration students are given preference on all machine learning projects
NOTE 6: Precision ME concentration students are given preference on all projects marked as Precision Projects.
Note 7: Aerospace ME concentration students are given preference on all projects marked as Aerospace Projects.

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
AndritzDesign a Hydropower Oil in Water Monitoring SystemCpE, EE, MEEnergy
ASML NAPrecision Mechanics – Metrology Improvements for High Precision Piezoelectric/Flexure Linear StageMEPrecision
Aviation MetalDesign of a Sheet Metal Moving SystemCpE, EE, ME
Aviation MetalDesign of a Sheet Metal Tape MachineCpE, EE, ME
Carrier CorporationDesign of a Modular V-Coil Fan Wiring Harness and Quick ConnectEE, ME
CorningDesign of a Precision Measurement Instrument for Optical Cable Assembly ProductionMEPrecision
Energy SolutionsDesign of an Underwater Filter Packing DeviceMEEnergy
EPRICost-effective Creep Frame Setup with Control System Improvements – Phase 2CpE, EE, MEEnergy, Precision
EPRIDesigning an Interactive Capture the Flag Workforce Development Exercise for Energy Distributed Control System Cyber SecurityCpE, EE, MEEnergy
GFT Infrastructure, Inc.AI-Driven Substation Design OptimizationCpE, EEMachine Learning
HoneywellIntelligent Device Health and-Use Monitoring for Industrial Android Mobility Devices using AICpE, ISEMachine Learning
HoneywellAI-Powered Scene Analysis for Enhanced Safety and Operational EfficiencyCpEMachine Learning
HydacDesign of a Weld Prep backup machine – Phase 2CpE, EE, ME
J&L Machine and FabricationLean Management –5S for 6 WorkcellsISE
OerlikonDesign of a Modular Mini Build Envelope for 3D MachinesCpE, EE, ME
SchaefflerDesign of a Bearing Packaging Automation SystemCpE, EE, ME
Siemens EnergyRotor End Turn Stress MeasurementCpE, EE, MEEnergy
Siemens EnergyEvaluation of Project Management Tools for Power Generation OperationsMEEnergy
Structural Medical LLCAdditive Manufacturing Artifact – Use for CMM Programming VerificationMEPrecision
Sullenberger Aviation Museum-Bosch Community FundDesign of a Universal Airplane Wheel Support SystemME
Vytal SpaceDesign for microgravity camera stabilizationMEAerospace
UNC Charlotte ECE DepartmentECE K-12 Outreach and Recruiting MailboxECE
UNC Charlotte ECE DepartmentECE Ultrasonic Data Acquisition UnitECE
UNC Charlotte ETCM DepartmenDesign of an Office Door Management SystemCpE, EE, ME
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentEngineering and Repairing Axons in a Microfluidic Chamber SystemMEBio
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentDesign and Build of a Bench-Top Perfusion SystemMEBio

Past Projects

2025 Fall Projects

Click on the project name to see the Project’s Statement of Work.

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME concentration students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME concentration students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME concentration students are given preference on all CPM projects
NOTE 5: Machine Learning ECE concentration students are given preference on all machine learning projects

NOTE 6: Precision ME concentration students are given preference on all projects marked as Precision Projects.

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
3M Scott SafetyDesign of a fixturing and SPC Measurement StationME, CpE, EEPrecision
Advanced Respiratory and Sleep MedicineAnalysis of physiologic measures from consumer wearables to characterize sleep and breathingCpE,EEMachine Learning
AlltecDesign of a Feed System for Weld-Metal Filling StationME, CpE, EE
Annihilare Medical SystemsDesign of a Scalable Equipment Sizing Model and Build of a Small Scale SystemME, CpE,EEPrecision
ASMLHigh Precision Low Cost Linear Air Bearing Stage Phase 2ME, CpE,EEPrecision
BASFDesign & Construction of a Programmable Device to Evaluate the Environmental Resistance of CoatingsME, CpE,EE
BMRSSemi-Automated Fitting Pinning Machine Design & ProductionME, CpE,EEMotorsports
BMWDesign Improvements for an Automated wire brush cleaner for traverse barsME, CpE,EEMotorsports
CAPERDesign of Protection Requirements for Multiple Grid ScenariosME, CpE,EEEnergy
CID AttachmentsDesign and Build a Vertical Static Precision BalancerME, CpE,EEPrecision
Daimler TruckDesign of a Machine Learning Vision System for Axle InstallationME, CpEMachine Learning, Motorsports
Doosan BobcatRefill & Safety Controls for Modular Hydrogen Storage SystemME, CpE,EEEnergy, Motorsports
Duke EnergyDesign of a Drone Line Tensioner DeviceME, CpE,EEEnergy
Duke EnergyDesign of a Relay Commissioning ToolME, CpE, EEEnergy
Duke EnergyImproved Maintenance Tools for Switchgear Breakers and 24KV DisconnectsMEEnergy
ElectroluxDishwasher Discharge Dissection: Particle Composition AnalysisME, CpE, EE
Fontaine ModificationDesign of a Truck Decal Layout ProjectorME, CpE, EEMachine Learning, Motorsports
GKN AutomotiveDesign of a Transfer Cart for Rework PartsME, CpE, EEMotorsports
HoneywellSmart Energy Augmented Reality app for workforce development and field servicesME, CpE, EEEnergy
HydacDesign of a Weld Prep backup machineME, CpE, EE
J&L Machine and FabricationAutomation of Preventative Maintenance ProjectCpE, ISE
Eli LillyDesign of an Automated Plunger ManipulationME, CpE, EE
Lowe’sLawnmower Blade User Experience ImprovementME
NAVAIRDesign of a H-53 Crew Position SystemCpE, EEAerospace
NAVAIRDesign of Payload MX Assistance DevicesMEAerospace
NAVAIRH-53 Main Rotor Blade Rotation/Lifting DeviceME, CpE, EEAerospace
Newell BrandsDesign of Improved Handle Designs for CookwareME, CpE, EE
OranoThermal Modeling of Surface Temperatures of a Dry Storage Canister for Spent Nuclear FuelME, CpE, EEEnergy
Polymer Center of ExcellenceDesign and Build of a Polymer Grinding StationME, CpE, EE
QorvoHeterodyne Front-End Module/SDR Platform EnhancementME, CpE, EE
Schweitzer Engineering LabsSCADA Design for a Centralized Protection & Control (CPC) Systems for a Distribution Substation at Duke EnergyME, CpE, EEEnergy
Siemens EnergyEngineering Process Optimization for Transformer Spec DevelopmentCpE, ISEEnergy
Ward Vessel and ExchangerDesign of a Nozzle Support to Prevent Weld DeformationME
Wildlife InnovationsDesign of a Wildlife Feeder SystemME, CpE, EE
Windsor Windows and DoorsDesign of a Powered Weatherstrip Feeding DeviceME, CpE, EE
UNC Charlotte ECE DepartmentAI Assisted Gait Restoration for Disabled IndividualsME, CpE, EEMachine Learning
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentAccurate Body Composition Analysis SystemMEBio
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentWAAM Wire Preparation MachineME, CpE, EE
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentSingle Vitrification and rewarming device for cell therapeutic productsMEBio
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentFSAE_EVME, CpE, EEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentFSAE ICME, CpE, EEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentDesign of an air conditioning systemME
UNC Charlotte ETCM DepartmentNASA Lunabotics Challenge 2026ME, CpE, EEMachine Learning, Aerospace
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentAIAA Design-Build-Fly CompetitionME, EEAerospace
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentNASA Student LaunchME, CpE, EEAerospace
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentOpen-Source Tensile TesterME
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentWind Turbine DesignME, CpE, EEEnergy
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentAdvanced Additive Manufacturing and Post-Processing of Bioactive Silicon Carbide Spinal ImplantsMEBio
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentDevelopment of a Hands-On Project for the Mechatronics CurriculumME, EE
2025 Spring Projects

Click on the project name to see the Project’s Statement of Work.

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME concentration students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME concentration students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME concentration students are given preference on all CPM projects
NOTE 5: Machine Learning ECE concentration students are given preference on all machine learning projects

NOTE 6: Precision ME concentration students are given preference on all projects marked as Precision Projects.

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
ASMLHigh Precision Piezoelectric Actuator MountME, EE, CpEPrecision
Aviation MetalsDesign of a Sheet Metal Moving SystemME, EE, CpE
Bosch ToolDesign and Build of a new Loading/unloading Fixture for Concrete Test BlocksME, EE
Bosch ToolDesign and Build of a Router Bit Hammer TesterME, EE, CpE
Bosch ToolDesign of a Carbide and oil recycling conceptME, EE, CpE
Carolina SignsDesign of a Method to Prevent Bucket Truck Grease FoulingME
CarrierAir-Cooled Chiller Wireless Sensor ProjectEE, CpEMachine Learning
CaterpillarDesign of a SWL Adjustable Shipping BraceME, SEMotorsports
DehnDesign and Build of a Smart Clear Safety Box for 9222 PDU Tester in ProductionME, EEEnergy
ElectroluxDesign of an Apparatus to Quantify Dishwasher Residual MoistureME, EE, CpE
EnergySolutionsHemispherical Bottom Head (HBH) Bottom Mounted Tooling Holder and DeliveryME, EE, CpEEnergy
EPRICreep Crack Growth Test Frame Design-BuildME, EE, CpEEnergy
EPRIFlash Tester Learning and Correlation Analysis for Solar PV Modules: Bridging Field and Lab TestingME, EE, SEEnergy
EPRISoftware Tools Supporting Analysis and Comprehension of Operation Experience DataSEEnergy
FramatomeDesign and Prototype a Robotic Spray Application ToolME, EE, CpEEnergy
HoneywellElectrical interconnect system of an iron flow batteryEE,CpE, SEEnergy
HoneywellEnhanced Meter Testing with WECOEE,CpEEnergy
LillyDesign of a Straightening Device for Syringe Tub ContainersME, EEBiomedical
Monroe Science Center/Bosch Community FundDesign of a Bicycle Driven Energy GeneratorME, EE, CpE
NAVAIRFleet Additive Manufacturing Machine HealthME, EE, CpE
OerlikonDesign of an Automated Powder Sample SystemME, EE, CpE
SiemensLarge Generator Slotting Alignment DesignMEEnergy, Precision
Super Fab LabDeveloping Design Enhancements for Manufacturing Machines using Open Source HardwareME, EE, CpE
United Protective TechnologiesDesign of a Test Fixture to Characterize Stiction in ActuatorsME, EE, CpEPrecision
WanzlDesign and Build of a Shelving Upright Testing MachineME, EE
UNC Charlotte MotorsportsPrototype Inboard Suspension for Formula SAE CarMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte MotorsportsDesign and Manufacture of an Automotive Brake Dynamometer – Phase 2MEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte ME DeptDesign of a portable low-cost measurement device for knee join muscle strength for adults with SarcopeniaMEBiomedical
2024 Fall Projects

Click on the project name to see the Project’s Statement of Work.

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME concentration students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME concentration students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME concentration students are given preference on all CPM projects
NOTE 5: Machine Learning ECE concentration students are given preference on all machine learning projects

NOTE 6: Precision ME concentration students are given preference on all projects marked as Precision Projects.

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
3M Scott Fire & SafetyDesign of  a Next Gen Hose SkiverME,CpE, EE 
AlltecDesign of an Automated Ground Mesh Assembly StationME,CpE, EEEnergy
Ametek – CSIDesign of a Reduced Cost Pressure Vessel Closure Device
AnnihilareDesign of an Integrated Electronics ModuleME,CpE, EE 
ASMLPrecision Mechanics – High Precision Low Cost Linear Air Bearing StageMEPrecision
Belmont TrolleyEV Rail Battery Cart PrototypeME,CpE, EEEnergy
Bosch Power ToolsDesign for Automation of Saw Blade PresentationME, CpE, EE
Bosch Power ToolsDesign of an Automatic Brazing Hammer TesterME,CpE, EE 
Bosch Power ToolsDesign of a Blade Automation System – Phase 3ME,CpE, EE 
CAPERTransmission Outage Scheduling OptimizationCpE, EEEnergy
Carolina SignsDesign of a Tensioner Adjustment for a Graphics PlotterME,CpE, EE
Carrier30XV-30RC Chiller lifting frame design improvementME 
Columbus McKinnonDesign of a Lifting Column for CobotsME,CpE, EE 
Daimler TrucksDesign of a Universal Attachment for a PowerPusher®MEMotorsports
DensoDesign of a HVAC Sound Chamber Testing StandME, EEMotorsports
DensoScrap Conveyor Monitoring and Upgrade ProjectME,CpE, EEMotorsports
Doosan BobcatModular Hydrogen Storage System for Portable Fuel Cell GeneratorME, EE Energy, Motorsports
ElectroluxAutomated User Interface (UI) Touch Calibration Fixture and Test Procedure DevelopmentME,CpE, EEMachine Learning
Elk ProductsDesign of an Alarm Engine Voice Integration ModuleCpE, EE Machine Learning
EPRIDevelopment of an Autonomous Robot for Electric SubstationsME,CpE, EEEnergy, Machine Learning
Fontaine ModificationDesign of an Efficient Mobile Storage Solution for Truck Interior ComponentsME, SEMotorsports
Freightliner Custom Chassis CorpDesign of Mechanical Assist Material Delivery CartsMEMotorsports
GKN AutomotiveInteractive Safety Controls & Machine Guarding Training StationME, EE, CpEMotorsports
GKN AutomotiveDesign of a Universal Conveyor Roller Cleaning ApparatusMEMotorsports
Huber TechnologyRe-Design of a Polymer Mixing SkidME, EE, CpE 
HydacDesign of a Heat Exchanger Packaging LineME, SE 
J&L FabricationLean Analysis of OperationsSE 
KetchieDesign of a Mist Collection Solution for Blanchard GrinderME, EE
LowesRe-Design of Leaf Blowers to Improve PerformanceME 
MohawkDevelop and integrate an online measurement system to measure plank bowME, CpEPrecision
Moore Nanotechnology SystemsSub-Micron Flatness Measurement SystemME, CpE, EEPrecision
NAVAIRDesign of a C-130 Cargo WinchME, EE 
NAVAIRF-35 Crash Survivable Memory Unit Beacon DesignME, EE 
Pattons MedicalDesign of a Prototype Medical ManifoldME, CpE, EE Biomedical
perma USADesign of Material Flow and Ergonomics ImprovementSE 
Polymer Center of ExcellenceDesign of a Compression Punch with Load ReadoutME, CpE, EE 
QorvoDesign of a Reconfigurable (Software Defined) RadioME, CpE, EE
RubbermaidDesign of an Intelligent Power Assist for an Industrial Cart ME, CpE, EEMotorsports
RWEDesign of a Wind Turbine Blade Bolt Monitoring SystemME, EE, SEEnergy
SchaefflerStamping AI Camera – Phase 3ME, CpE, EE Machine Learning, Precision
SchaefflerVCT Automated Disassembly for Scrap Recovery – Phase 2ME, CpE, EEMachine Learning
SiemensLarge Generator Gland Seal and Housing Machining Fixture DesignMEPrecision
StabilusDesign of a Test Stand for Powerise Door Actuator for Commercial VehiclesME, CpE, EEMotorsports
VulcanDesign of a Test Apparatus to Measure Heat Transfer Performance of FryersME, EE
Ward Vessel and ExchangerDesign of a Portable Quality Assurance Tool CartME, SE
UNC Charlotte ECE DepartmentMaximizing Power Generation of Wave Energy Converter FarmsMEEnergy
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentFSAE Electric VehicleMEMotorsports, Energy
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentFSAE Internal CombustionMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentNASA Student LaunchME, CpE, EE 
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentWind Turbine DesignME, CpE, EE, SE, CvEnergy
UNC Charlotte ETCM DepartmentNASA Robotic Mining Competition Lunabotics 2024ME, CpE, EE, SE 
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentRapid Conduction Vitrification/rewarmingMEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentAIAA Design-Build-Fly CompetitionME
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentDevelopment of a Portable and User-Friendly Hydrostatic Weighing Device for Accurate Body Composition AnalysisMEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentMagnetic Stimulation enhances mitochondrial trafficking in oligodendrocytesMEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte ISLDevelop Design Set-up for Optimal Scanning Capability in ISLME

2024 Spring Projects

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME concentration students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME concentration students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME concentration students are given preference on all CPM projects
NOTE 5: Machine Learning ECE concentration students are given preference on all machine learning projects

NOTE 6: Precision ME concentration students are given preference on all projects marked as Precision Projects.

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
Advanced Respiratory and Sleep MedicineDesign of a Process to Produce Palate Stabilization DevicesMEBiomedical
ASMLPrecision Mechanics – High Precision Piezoelectric Actuator MountMEPrecision
Aviation MetalDesign of a Semi-Automated Security DoorCpE, EE, ME
Bosch ToolsDesign-of-a-Grinder-Trolley-Cart-Washing-StationCpE, EE, ME
Bosch ToolsDesign-of-an-Automated-Unload-System-for-HammerCpE, EE, ME
CaterpillarDesign-and-Build-of-an-IMU-Test-ApparatusCpE, EE, MEMotorsports
Curtiss-WrightDesign-and-Implementation-of-a-Gear-Wear-Test-RigCpE, EE, MEPrecision
Daimler TrucksAutomation-of-Paint-Spray-Booth-Mixing-ProcessCpE, EE, MEMotorsports
DP ContainersDesign-of-an-Internal-Locking-Device-for-A-Shipping-ContainerCpE, EE, ME
Duke EnergyDesign-of-Generator-Circuit-Breaker-ImprovementsEE, ME
ElectroluxGraywater-Composition-Methodologies-for-DishwashersCpE, EE, ME
ElnikDesign-of-an-Automated-Molybdenum-Wire-Forming-MachineEE, MEPrecision
Energy SolutionsDesign-of-a-Decontamination-ShredderEE, MEEnergy
FramatomeDesign-of-In-Pipe-Crawler-Inspection-ToolingCpE, EE, MEEnergy
GerdauDesign-and-Fabrication-of-Alloy-Chute-Dispenser-for-Charlotte-Steel-MillCpE, EE, ME
GKNDesign-of-an-Imbalance-Marking-ImprovementCpE, EE, MEMotorsports
IBHSMobile-hailstone-measurement-and-analysis-deviceME
MohawkDesign-a-Modification-to-an-Industrial-Filtration-SystemEE, ME
Monroe Science Center – Bosch Community FundDesign-and-Build-of-an-Earthquake-Simulator-TableCpE, EE, ME
OerlikonDesign-of-a-Smart-Part-Tracking-System-for-an-AM-FactoryCpE, EE, ME
PDM USDesign-of-a-Copper-Casting-Tube-BenderCpE, EE, ME
Sealed AirDesign-of-a-Sanitary-Compression-Tester-for-Liquid-Filled-PouchesCpE, EE, MEBiomedical
SiemensLean-Re-engineering-for-Valve-Service-ShopMEEnergy
Thomas Built BusesResearch-and-Testing-to-Develop-Improved-Reliability-for-Coolant-ConnectionsMEMotorsports
2023 Fall Projects

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME concentration students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME concentration students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME concentration students are given preference on all CPM projects
NOTE 5: Machine Learning ECE concentration students are given preference on all machine learning projects

NOTE 6: Precision ME concentration students are given preference on all projects marked as Precision Projects.

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
3M Scott Fire & SafetyDesign of a REGULATOR Test System for Red and Green Rabbits (Go/ No-Go Verification Test Parts)ME,CpE, EE 
AnnihilareProcess Chemistry Measurement System – Phase 3ME,CpE, EE 
ASMLPrecision Mechanics – High load capability, fully adjustable, high precision, General Use Case bolted interfaceMEPrecision
Belmont TrolleyEV Trolley PrototypeME,CpE, EEEnergy
Boomerang WaterDesign of an Expanded Filling CapabilityME,CpE, EE 
Bosch Power ToolsDesign and Prototype of a Precision Measuring DeviceME, CpEPrecision
Bosch Power ToolsDesign of an Automated Injection Punchout MachineME,CpE, EE 
Bosch Power ToolsDesign of a Blade Automation System – Phase 2ME, EE 
CAPERDesign of Adaptive Protection Schemes for Duke Energy MicrogridCpE, EEEnergy
CarrierAir-Cooled Chiller Lines 30RC and 30XV Base Rail Standardization and ConsolidationME 
CeflaDesign of a Vacuum Coater Cleaning SystemME,CpE, EE 
CommscopeSustainable Alternatives to Fiber Optic Cable Disposal – Phase 3Civ Engg Tech 
CorningDesign of Fiber Imaging PlatformME,CpE, EEPrecision
Daimler TrucksDesign of Improvements for an Engine Coolant AssemblyME, SEMotorsports
Daimler TrucksDesign of New Chassis Transport DolliesMEMotorsports
Duke EnergyLRT200 Tap Changer Remote ResetME,CpE, EEEnergy
Eli LillyFilm cutting device for pallet & load separationME 
EPRIAutomated Drone-based T&D Asset Inspection and RoutingCpEEnergy, Machine Learning
EPRIDesign and Build a Dock House for a SPOT RobotME,CpE, EE 
EPRIResearch and Test Verification of Various Low Power Wireless Sensor AlternativesEE, SEEnergy
Fontaine ModificationDesign of a Heavy Duty Transportation Seat Removal SystemME, EEMotorsports
GKN AutomotiveDesign and Build a Universal Ergonomic Material Handling SystemME, EE, SEMotorsports
GroningerReliability Analysis and Design of Spare Part Kits for Integra LineME, EE, SEPrecision, BioMed
Huber TechnologyImprovements to Recirculating Hydraulic Testing Apparatus for Mechanical Water Treatment EquipmentME, EE 
HusqvarnaDesign of an Automower Automated Wash StationME, CpE, EE 
Ingersoll RandRedesign of Material Presentation and Delivery for Assembly OperationsME, SE 
J&L FabricationDesign of a Machine Shop Factory ExpansionME, SE 
Lawrence Livermore LabsAutonomous Investigtion of Rivilut Formation in CO2 Scrubbing Column Packing DesignsME, CpE, EEEnergy
LowesDesign and Manufacture of a Low-Cost BunkbedME, SE 
Moore Nanotechnology SystemsWireless Sensing and Recording of Precision PressuresME, CpE, EEPrecision
NAVAIRDesign of a H-53K Airframe Lifting DollyME, EE 
NAVAIRMaintenance Interface Panel (MIP) Latch RedesignME 
NAVAIRMQ-8 External Power Diode RedesignME, CpE, EE 
OranoInvestigation of an Additive Manufacturing Approach for Production of Impact Limiters for Transportation CasksME, SEEnergy
Pattons MedicalRedesign of an Air Compressor System for Small SpaceME, CpE, EEBioMed
perma USADesign a Support Flange to Reduce Impact of Vibration on Single Point Lubricator PerformanceME 
Polymer Center of ExcellenceDesign of Heated System for Injected LiquidsME, CpE, EE 
SchaefflerStamping AI Camera – Phase 2ME, CpE, EE 
SchaefflerVCT Automated Disassembly for Scrap RecoveryME, CpE, EEMachine Learning
Schweitzer Engineering LaboratoriesCentralized Protection & Control Systems Design for a Complex Distribution Substation at DukeCpE, EEEnergy
SiemensElectric Generator Wedge Fixture Design for MachiningMEPrecision
Thermo Fisher ScientificAutomated Microplastic Sample Preparation System for Rapid Microplastics Screening by FTIRME, CpE, EE 
Tyca IndustriesDesign and Build of an Improved Ratchet Strap DesignME 
Windsor Windows and DoorsDesign of an Indexing Conveyor for Saw Infeed TableME, CpE, EE 
UNC Charlotte ECE DepartmentOpthoTool: A retinal imaging biomarker platform for retinal disease classificationCpe, EEMaching Learning
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentCompact low-cost snake-like mobile robotME, CpE, EE 
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentDesign and Manufacture of an Automotive Brake DynamometerME, CpE, EEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentFSAE EV PowertrainME, CpE, EEMotorsports, Energy
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentFSAE ICVME, EEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte SEEM DepartmentAdaptive Extended Reality Systems for Improving Mental HealthSE 
UNC Charlotte SEEM DepartmentDesigning and Optimizing an Agile Supply Chain System Using Robotic AutomationCpe, SE 
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentNASA Student LaunchME, CpE, SE 
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentWind Turbine DesignME, CpE, EE, SE, CvEnergy
UNC Charlotte ETCM DepartmentNASA Robotic Mining Competition Lunabotics 2023ME 
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentNueromodulation SDPMEBioMed
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentVitrification and Rewarming OrganoidsMEBioMed
2023 Spring Projects

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME concentration students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME concentration students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME concentration students are given preference on all CPM projects
NOTE 5: Machine Learning ECE concentration students are given preference on all machine learning projects

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
ASMLPrecision Mechanics Applications Including Metal Fusion – Phase 4ME, EE
BASFDesign and Construction of a Lab Tool to Build an Asphalt ShingleEE, ME, CpE
Bosch ToolsManual Packaging Station Design ImprovementsME, SE
CarotekDesign and Build of a Process Demonstration UnitCpE, EE, ME
Cellular FarmsDesign and Prototyping of a Vertical Farm PlatformEE, ME, CpE
CommscopeSustainable Alternatives to Fiber Optic Cable DisposalCET
Discovery PlaceDesign and Build of a 21st Century Rube Goldberg DeviceCpE, EE, ME
Daimler Trucks NA – ClevelandVisual Capture of Attributes for Chassis Air Line and Harness SubassemblyCpE, EE, MEMotorsports
Duke EnergyDesign of a Modular AMI MeterCpE, EE, MEEnergy
ElectroluxBitumen Free Residential Dishwasher – Phase 2ME, SE
Eli LillyBag Straightening Guide/Device for Optima Filling Line DBA-SME
EPRIDesign of a Solar Panel Cleaning RobotCpE, EE, MEEnergy
EPRIResearch and Testing of Various ISM Communications Data-Control PlatformsCpE, EE,Energy
FramatomeIn-Pipe Cleaning and Surface Preparation Development and OptimizationME, EEEnergy
Freightliner Custom ChassisDesign of a Safer Vehicle Transfer SeatMEMotorsports
HusqvarnaDesign of a Pace Powered Dump-Cart or WheelbarrowME, EEMotorsports
Ideas for GoodAdan Transport DesignCpE, EE, MEMotorsports
OerlikonDesign and Build of a Heat Exchange/Cold Plate Test Rig for AM ComponentsCpE, EE, ME
RWE Renewables AmericaAdvanced vibration sensors for wind turbinesME, EEEnergy
StabilusDesign of a Field Measurement Device for Solar DampersCpE, EE, ME
SteffesWeld and Assembly Process Improvement of Electric Skid SteerME, SEMotorsports
Industrial Solutions LabDesign and Implementation of a Toolroom Organization SystemME, EE
WanzlDevelopment of a drop test impact fixtureME
UNC Charlotte MEAnalysis of the effect of metal ions on nerve cells viability and functionMEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte MEDevelopment of 3D printing protocol of SiC screw with improved quality and analysis of bone cell responseMEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte MEPassive robotic locomotion via ambient energy harvestingME
2022 Fall Projects

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME concentration students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME concentration students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME concentration students are given preference on all CPM projects
NOTE 5: Machine Learning ECE concentration students are given preference on all machine learning projects

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
3M / Scott SafetyDesign of a Smart Cylinder Fill and Test StationCpE, EE, ME, SE
3M / Scott SafetyDesign of a Go/No-Go Verification Test SystemEE, ME, SE
Ametek CSIAnalysis and Testing of Liquid-Air Flow in a Heat Transfer ApparatusME
AnnihilareDesign of a Process Chemistry Measurement System – Phase 2CpE, EE, ME
ASMLPrecision Mechanics Applications Including Metal Fusion and/or Other Methods – Phase 3EE, ME
Belmont TrolleyTrolley Battery Cart HMI and Control UpgradeEE, MEEnergy
Boomerang WaterDesign of a Bottle Cap Sorting and Distribution SystemCpE, EE, ME
Bosch Power ToolsDesign for Automation of Manual Blade Packing StationCpE, EE, ME
Bosch Power ToolsDesign of a Solder Reel Straightener MachineCpE, EE, ME
CAPERA Distributed Intelligence Application for BESS Stacked Power FunctionsCpE, EE
Carolina Stakes and Wood Products LLCDesign of an Automation system for Wood Stake Manufacturing OperationCpE, EE, ME, SE
CarrierDevelopment of a Universal Water Box Hinge ReplacementME
Cloister HoneyAutomating Volumetric Bench Top Piston Filler OperationCpE, EE, ME
CommscopeSustainable Alternatives to Fiber Optic Cable DisposalCV
CorningDesign of Automation for the Movement of Optical Fiber SpoolsCpE, EE, ME
CumminsCombustion Cylinder Bore Imaging – Phase 2CpE, EE, ME
Daimler TrucksEnergy Audit and Development of Energy Monitoring SystemCpE, EE, ME, SE
DensoDesign of an Energy Monitoring SystemEE, ME, SEEnergy
EPRIUse of Motor Current Signature Analysis (MCSA) for Detecting Journal Dearing FaultsEE, ME
Fontaine ModificationDesign of an EV Battery Storage SolutionCpE, EE, MEEnergy
GKN ePowertrainDesign of a Material Movement Equipment and Logistics for Assembly Line SupplyME, SE
GKN ePowertrainDesign for the Integration of a Press Fit Sensor Retrofit KitEE, ME
Huber Technology IncDesign of a Recirculating Hydraulic Testing Channel for Mechanical Water Treatment EquipmentEE, ME
Ingersoll Rand CompanyOil Separation System Enhancements to Contact Cooled Rotary Compressors for Remote MonitoringCpE, EE, ME
J&L Machine and FabricationOperations Re-Engineering – Phase 2SE
Kinectrics AESEMI Mitigation to Allow Use of a PWM Variable Frequency Device as an Induced Voltage Test Power Source for Partial Discharge Testing of TransformersEEEnergy
Lions ServicesDesign of a System to Electronically Capture Production DataCpE, EE, ME, SE
Michelin Aircraft Tire CompanyVirtual Reality Tire Builder TrainingCpE, ME
NAVAIRDesign of an Improved C-130 Hercules Propeller Lifting SlingME
NAVAIRMQ-8C Weight On Skids Sensor RedesignEE, ME
NAVAIRT700 Engine Wire Harness TesterEE, ME
OxitDesign of a LoRaWAN Gunshot Detection SystemCpE, EEMachine Learning
Polymer Center of ExcellenceDesign and Build of a Bench-Top PET Crystallizer for Lab UsageCpE, EE, ME
Schaeffler GroupAI Gesture Input for Gauge MeasurementsCpE, EE, MEMachine Learning
Schaeffler GroupAutomation Design for KX Assembly – Phase 1CpE, EE, ME
Schaeffler GroupActive Suspension Driver Seat – Phase 3CpE, EE, ME
Schaeffler GroupDesign of a Stamping AI CameraCpE, EE, MEMachine Learning
Schweitzer Engineering LabsComparative Evaluation of Centralized Protection and Control (CPC) Systems for a Distribution Substation at Duke EnergyCpE, EE
Siemens EnergyDesign of an Automated Actuator Testing SystemCpE, EE, ME
Siemens EnergyDesign of a Low Cost Interrupted Displacement MeasurementCpE, EE, ME
Siemens EnergyDesign of an Automated Vertical Boring Machine Guarding SystemEE, ME
Stainless Valve CompanyDesign of a Pollution-Free Pneumatic Actuation SystemME
Thomas Built BussesDesign for improved Flooring SystemME, SEMotorsports
TTI Floor CareHoover Vacuum Hi-Powered Baseboard/Edge CleaningEE, ME
Windsor Windows and DoorsDesign of an Improved Caulk Gun for Impact ProductsCpE, EE, ME
UNC Charlotte ECERobotic Delivery System for UNC Charlotte Campus: Algorithm Design and Implementation – Phase 2CpE, EEMachine Learning
UNC Charlotte ETCMNASA Robotic Mining Competition: Lunabotics 2023CpE, EE, ME, SE
UNC Charlotte MEDesign of a 3D Printed Drug Delivery Systemf or Treatment of Bone InfectionMEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte MEControllable Degradable Nanofiber for Axon GrowthMEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte MESpheroid Vitrification DeviceMEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte MEFSAE Electric VehicleCpE, EE, MEMotorsports, Energy
UNC Charlotte MEFSAE Internal Combustion VehicleEE, MEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte MEDesign and Fabrication of an Auxetic Metamaterial Based Soft ActuatorCpE, EE, ME
UNC Charlotte MEMechanical Communication between Mobile Robots Coupled through a Compliant MediumCpE, EE, ME
UNC Charlotte MEFilament-Based 6 Axis 3D Printing Head Design Controlled by a Robotic ArmCpE, EE, ME
UNC Charlotte METop Fuel Motorcycle Towing ApparatusMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte MEWind Turbine Design CompetitionCpE, EE, MEEnergy
UNC Charlotte MESafety Glasses Dispensing Machine – Phase 2EE, ME
UNC Charlotte MENASA University Student Launch InitiativeCpE, EE, ME
UNC Charlotte SEComprehensive Transportation Sensing Systems Perception and Data FusionCpE, EE, SE
2022 Spring Projects

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME students are given preference on all CPM projects

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
ASMLPrecision Mechanics Applications of Metal Fusion Fastening Methods – Phase 2ME, EE
CaterpillarDesign and build a Portable Storage Unit for the Small Wheel Loader CabME
Daimler TrucksDesign of an Improved Air Leak Test Process for Pneumatic Components During Truck AssemblyME, EE, SEMotorsports
Dixon Quick CouplingAutomated CNC Chip Removal SystemME, EE
Duke EnergyDesign of a Portable Hydration MonitorME, EE, CpEEnergy
ElectroluxNoise Reduction of Residential DishwasherME, EE, SE
EPRIGenerator Brush/Collector Ring ARC Flash Energy Calculation MethodEEEnergy
EPRIDesign of a Proof-of-Concept Tool to Assess Welding Quality using Sound or Vibration – Phase 3ME, EE, CpEEnergy
FramatomeIn-pipe Crawler Integration DesignME, EE, CpE
Freightliner Custom ChassisDesign of an Improved Chassis Transfer MethodME, EEMotorsports
HusqvarnaTwo Stage Snow Blower Ground ClearingME, EE
HusqvarnaQuiet Leaf BlowerME
HusqvarnaIn Field Fleet Battery Charging SolutionME, EE, CpE
JELD_WENDesign of Material Handling Device for Large WindowsME
Kaleideum MuseumDesign a Portable AR Sandbox for Outreach EventsME, EE, CpE
LegrandDesign of a Universal Robotic Work Cell BufferME, CpE
Nucor VulcraftComprehensive Energy Audit and Recommendations for ImprovementsME, EE, SE
OerlikonSmart Container for Metal Powder used in Additive ManufacturingME, EE, CpE
Schweitzer Engineering LabsAdvanced Human Machine Interfacing Through The Use of Hand Gesturing in 3D SpaceEE, CpE
Siemens EnergyDesign of Cleaning System for Large Generator ComponentsMEEnergy
StabilusDamper Stroke Speed TesterME, EE, CpE
TTI Floor CareDesign for Automation of a Test StationME, EE, CpE
WestinghouseDesign of a Working Prototype of a Cold Energy Storage SystemMEEnergy
UNC Charlotte MELow-Cost Robotic ArmME, EE, CpEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte METhreading of SiC Composite Cylinders to Make Biocompatible Fixation ScrewsME, EE, CpEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte MEA Scaled Smart City for Experimental Validation of the Next-Generation of Transportation NetworksME, EE, CpEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte MEDesign and Test path tracking and obstacle avoidance algorithms on a semi-automated vehicleME, EE, CpEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte MEMechanical communication between mobile robots in a shared aquatic mediumME, EE, CpE
UNC Charlotte SEDesign of Agile Supply Chain via Drone TechnologyEE, CpE, SE
UNC Charlotte SEData Analytics for Facility Layout Design Optimization via Virtual Reality with Eye-TrackingSE
2021 Fall Projects

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME students are given preference on all CPM projects

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
AnnihilareProcess Chemistry Measurement SystemCpE, EE, ME
ASMLPrecision Mechanics Applications of Metal Fusion Fastening MethodsEE, ME
Atom PowerIntelligent Robotic Actuators for High Effecient Test Bed for SSCBCpE, EE, ME
Barrday CorpWeft Cutting Optimized for Aramid Yarns on Airjet Weaving MachinesEE, ME
Belmont TrolleyRetrofit Design of Trolley from Diesel to Battery PowerEE, MEMotorsports
CAPERA BEES Distributed Intelligence Application for Native Load Energy ManagementEEEnergy
CarrierDesign Automation to Support Commercial HVAC Chiller ProductsCpE, ME
CarrierDevelopment of a Water Mist System for Evaporative Cooling in Chiller Operations – 30 XV or 30RCCpE, EE, ME, SE
CIRCORTwin-Screw Pump Wear TestingEE, ME, SE
CIRCORZenith Gear Pump Leakage ModelME
ClickFold PlasticsAutomation of a Bevel Trim StationCpE, EE, ME
Continental TireDesign and Development of an Engineering Test Fixture for Retread Tire TestingCpE, EE, ME
Continental TireDesign of a High Capacity Tread Loading CartridgeEE, MEMotorsports
Duke EnergyDesign of a Frictionless Charging StationCpE, EE, MEEnergy
ElectroluxDesign and Build of a Portable Shadowgraph SystemCpE, EE, ME
Endress+Houser / CarotekDesign and Build of a Fluid Dynamics Lab Demonstration ApparatusEE, ME
EPRISteam Turbine Solid Particle Erosion Damage Vulnerability Detection MethodME, SEEnergy
EPRIA Better Approach to Vegetation Management at Utility-Scale PV Plants – Phase 6CpE, EE, MEEnergy
EPRIEncoding Manual Ultrasonic Testing in Industrial Nondestructive EvaluationCpE, EE, ME, SEEnergy
EPRICyber Security Detection Using a Zeek Raspberry PI SensorCpE, EEEnergy
Fontaine ModificationUniversal Commercial Truck Drive Shaft and Wheelbase Measuring SystemMEMotorsports
Freightlinder Custom ChassisDesign of a Virtual Reality Training ToolCpE, EE
GKN AutomotiveDesign of a Modular Mechanical Data Acquisition system for Assembly StationsCpE, EE, ME, SE
GKN AutomotiveAutomation of Inspection Function to Reduce Part HandlingCpE, EE, ME
Ingersoll Rand CompanyElectrostatic Oil Demister for a Rotary Screw Air CompressorEE, ME
J&L Machine and FabricationOperations Re-engineeringSE
Lawrence Livermore LabsMobile Metrology Station for GOM Structured Light ScannerME
Lowe’sDesign and Build of a Test Certification Station – Phase 2CpE, EE, ME
Michelin Aircraft Tire CompanyDesign of an Auto-Collapse DrumEE, MEMotorsports
NAVAIRAH-1Z Weapon Pylon Sling DesignME
NAVAIRDesign of a H-53 Blade Lifting DeviceME
NAVAIRDesign of a MIL-STD-1553 Bus AnalyzerCpE, EE, ME
NAVAIRDevelopment of a Mechanical Method of Measurement for the F402 (Harrier) Hot NozzleCpE, EE, ME
OranoDigital Twin for Power Distribution from an Advanced Reactor to a Power Grid with Renewables and to Alternative Energy Production MethodsCpE, EE, ME, SEEnergy
OxitLoRaWan Based Panic ButtonCpE, EE
Pallet Tower LLCReal-Time Customizable Marking of Product During Extrusion and Laminating ProcessCpE, EE, ME
Polymers Center of ExcellenceInjection Mold Exchange Cart MotorizationEE, ME
Schaeffler GroupActive Suspension Driver Seat – Phase 2CpE, EE, EEMotorsports
Schweitzer Engineering LabsComparative Evaluation of Two Digital Secondary Systems for a Transmission Substation at Dominion EnergyCpE, EEEnergy
Siemens EnergyHD-9 Adjustable Fixture Stand DesignME
Siemens EnergyDesign of a Pressurized Rotor Plug SealME
Thomas Built BusesRedesign of a Common Luggage Compartment for BusesEE, ME
US Legend Cars InternationalResearch and Design for Improved Engine PerformanceMEMotorsports
USASOCQuiet DroneME
USASOCRemote Drone RechargingCpE, EE, ME
WEBERDesign of a Non-Destructive Feed Brake for Screw DeliveryME
UNC Charlotte ECERobotic Delivery System for UNCC Campus – Algorithm Design and ImplementationCpE, EE, ME
UNC Charlotte ECERobotic Delivery System for UNCC Campus – Map Generation and Path PlanningCpE, EE, ME
UNC Charlotte ECEDynamically Steerable Metasurface Antennas Using Piezoelectric ActuatorsCpE, EE
UNC Charlotte ET / NASANASA Robotic Mining Competition: LunaboticsCpE, EE, ME, SE
UNC Charlotte ET / AFRLAFRL University Design CompetitionCpE, EE, ME
UNC Charlotte MERapid Vitrifying and Rewarming Device for Large Quantities of CellsMEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte MEFSAE Internal Combustion VehicleEE, MEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte MEFSAE Electric VehicleCpE, EE, MEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte MEMagnetorheological Linear MotorEE, ME
UNC Charlotte MEDynamic Responses of Advanced MaterialsME
UNC Charlotte ME / NASANASA University Student Launch InitiativeCpE, EE, ME
UNC Charlotte COEDesign and Fabrication of a Hand-Held Extendable Mechanical ManipulatorME
UNC Charlotte SETransportation Infrastructure Perception Data Fusion and Detection Using AI Technology – Phase 2CpE, EE, SE
2021 Spring Projects

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME students are given preference on all CPM projects

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
Ametek CSIDesign and Build of a Testing Device for Sulfur Run-Down LinesME
CaterpillarPitch and Roll Indication and Display for a Small Wheel LoaderCpE, EE, ME
Charlotte Douglas International AirportAirport Overlook Site DesignCV
Charlotte PipeDesign of a Motor/Gear Maintenance Alert DeviceCpE, EE, ME
CommScopeSustainable Alternatives to Fiber Optic Cable DisposalEE, ME, SE
CumminsCombustion Cylinder Bore ImagingEE, ME
DaimlerRe-design of a Frame Rail De-Nesting OperationEE, ME, SE
EPRIDesign of a Proof-of-Concept Tool to Assess Welding Quality using Sound or Vibration – Phase 2CpE, EE, MEEnergy
EPRIDesign of a Test Frame Based on Results of the EPRI_FEM ProjectCpE, EE, MEEnergy
EPRIDevelopment of Alternate NDE Method for Steam Generator TubesCpE, EE, MEEnergy
ElectroluxDesign of Water Reclamation System for Fabric Care Reliability LabEE, ME, SE, CV
Globalstratos Inc.Infrastructure Design for Asseza Multiplex Container Laboratory – Phase 2CpE, EE, ME
JELD-WENOptimization of Bi-Fold Flow CellEE, ME, SE
Kaleideum/Bosch Community FundDesign and Develop an Interactive Physics ExhibitCpE, EE, ME
NASCENT TechnologyTime Series Analysis of IIoT Gate Queuing InfrastructureCpE, EE
NAVAIRHarmonic Vibration Reduction StudyEE, ME
OerlikonDesign and Implementation of a Smart Re-Coater in a Laser Based Metal Additive Manufacturing SystemCpE, EE, ME
Polymers Technology CenterCooling System for Extruder FilamentEE, ME
PSI Control SolutionsDesign for a Small Parts Stocking and Replenishment SystemSE
Stanley Black and DeckerDesign of a Product Test LabEE, ME, SE
UNC Charlotte ECEQuantative ElectroluminescenceCpE, EE
UNC Charlotte ECELUT – CamouflagingCpE, EE
UNC Charlotte ISLDesign and Development of a Lunar Lander SystemCpE, EE, ME, SE
UNC Charlotte METemperature Controlled Whole Organ Perfusion SystemEE, MEBioMedical
UNC Charlotte MEFSAE Aero – Phase 2MEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte MEFSAE Electric Vehicle Powertrain – Phase 2EE, MEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte MEWater Channel Flow Characterization and OptimizationMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte MEM-15 Tire Cornering Force Test ModificationsEE, MEMotorsports
2020 Fall Projects

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME students are given preference on all CPM projects

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
Actev RoboticsRadar Obstacle Detection SystemME, CpE, EEMotorsports
Ametek CSIDesign and Build of a Scale Model of an Operating Flow and Pressure DeviceME, EE
Atrium HealthCryotherapy to Prevent Radiation-Induced Dermatitis and/or AlopeciaME, CpE, EEBiomedical
Atrium HealthBiomechanical Analysis of Supplemental ACL Reconstruction Tibial-Sided FixationME, EEBiomedical
Barnabas ResearchSCUBA AR Integration ProjectEE, ME
Bosch RexrothDevelop Expansion of the UNC Charlotte Engineering Senior Design Toolkit and Website – Phase 2ME, EE
CAPERBattery Energy Storage AnalysisEEEnergy
Carrier CorporationData Acquisition system for Industrial Machines – Phase 3CpE, EE
Carrier CorporationDevelopment of water mist system for Evaporative cooling in Chiller ApplicationME, EE
CircorTwin-Screw Pump Wear TestingME, EE, CpE
City Startup LabsAquaSol ProjectME, EE
Decore-ative Specialities Inc.Automation of Glue Application ProcessME, CpE, EE
Dixon Quick CouplingBurst and Static Pressure Testing SystemME, EE
Duke EnergyLoad Profiles of Customer Classes and Feeder Voltage Profile – Phase 2CpE, EE, SEEnergy
Duke Energy7KV Switchgear Digital Relay Upgrade – Phase 2EE, CpEEnergy
ElectroluxAdjoint Validation Test StandME, EE
EPRIA Better Approach to Vegetation Management at Utility-scale PV Plants – Phase 5ME, CpE, EEEnergy
EPRIDesign of ROV for Containment Liner Plates InspectionME, CpE, EEEnergy
EPRIUnderground Transmission Manhole Vault Inspection System – Phase 2ME, CpE, EEEnergy
EPRIRemote System for Radiological Survey of Vertical SurfacesME, CpE, EEEnergy
Fontaine ModificationAdjustable Floor Riser – Phase 2ME, EEMotorsports
GKN ePowertrainAssembly Training Station – Phase 2ME, EE, CpE
Globalstratos IncInfrastructure Design for Asseza™ Multiplex Container LaboratoryME, EE, CpE
IWCSDesign and Build of a Small Multiplex Switch ModuleME, EE, CpE
Lowe’sDesign and Build of a Test Certification StationME, EE, CpE
NAVAIRH-1 FST Drive Fluid Test StandME, EEMotorsports
NAVAIRUniversal Fuel System Pressure Test SetME, EEMotorsports
Orano Federal ServicesOptimization Study for Off-Loading the Shearon Harris Spent Nuclear Fuel Pool using Transportable, Aging and Disposal (TAD) Canisters – Phase 2ME, EE, SEEnergy
The Polymers Center of ExcellenceDesign and Build of an Injection Mold Exchange and Transport DeviceME
Powertec Industrial MotorsDesign and Development of Electric Motor Design SoftwareEE, CpE, SE
ReThink RespironicsThe Shared Manifold VentilatorME, EE, CpEBiomedical
Schaeffler GroupActive Suspension Driver SeatMEMotorsports
Schweitzer Engineering LabsComparative Evaluation of a Modern Substation with Conventional and Digital Secondary SystemsEE, CpEEnergy
Siemens EnergyDesign of Autonomous Manufacturing Process within a Robotic CNC CellME
Siemens EnergyGenerator Rotor Coil FEA model Validation – Phase 2MEEnergy
SPX FlowRedesign of Rotor Part to Achieve 30% Weight Savings with 3D Metal Print ValidationME
StabilusUniversal Powerise Testing and Demonstration PlatformME, CpE, EE
TimkenDesign for Improved Ergonomics for Shot Blast Operation – Phase 2ME, EE
UNC Charlotte – Electrical and Computer EngineeringArtificial Intelligence for Smart Cities – Phase 2CpE
UNC Charlotte – Electrical and Computer EngineeringFPGA Secure Design Flow – Phase 2EE, CpE
UNC Charlotte – Electrical and Computer EngineeringReal-time Object Detection and Localization using Optical-See-Through Mixed Reality GlassEE, CpE
UNC Charlotte – Electrical and Computer EngineeringAdditive Manufacturable Metasurface AntennasEE
UNC Charlotte – Electrical and Computer EngineeringArtificial Intelligence for powered augmented reality for workersEE, CpE
UNC Charlotte – Engineering TechnologyNASA Robotic Mining Competition: Lunabotics 2021ME, EE, CpE, SE
UNC Charlotte – Engineering TechnologyAir Force Research Laboratory University Design CompetitionME, EE, CpE, SE
UNC Charlotte – Industrial Solutions LaboratoryInvestigation, Selection and Commissioning of a 3D Printing Capability for the CAB LabME
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical EngineeringHypoxia nerve injury in the microfluidic platformME, EE, CpEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical EngineeringFormula SAE Electric ChassisMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical EngineeringFormula SAE PowertrainMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical EngineeringAutocross SuspensionMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical EngineeringSolid Fuel Rocket Motor Test Stand – Phase 2ME
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical EngineeringParticle manipulation in viscous streaming flows via reinforcement learningME, EE, CpE
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical EngineeringNASA Student Launch CompetitionME, CpE, EE
UNC Charlotte – Systems EngineeringUtilization of Experimental 3D Printing for Optimization of Rapid PrototypingSE
UNC Charlotte – Systems EngineeringOptimization of Facility Layout Design via Feedback Loop between Physical and Psychophysical Criteria using Virtual RealitySE
UNC Charlotte – Systems EngineeringTransportation Infrastructure Perception and Data FusionSE, CpE, EE
Ward Vessel and ExchangerDesign of a Machine to Bevel Half PipeME, EE
Will RiceSmall Track Rail SpeederME, EE, CpEMotorsports
2020 Spring Projects

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME students are given preference on all CPM projects

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
Ametek CSIDesign of a Mechanical Attachment Method for Pipe Heat Tracing SystemME
ASMLDamping of Flexure-Mounted SystemCpE, EE, ME
ASSA ABLOYSpring-Tube Automation MachineEE, ME
Atrium HealthFinite Element Analysis in OrthopaedicsME
CaterpillarRedesign of Remotely Enabled Crane Lifting Mechanism for Front End LoaderCpE, EE, ME
Charlotte Douglas International AirportBaggage Handling Load Balancing and System OptimizationEE, ME, SE
Charlotte Pipe and FoundryDesign of a System to Reliably Remove Parting Lines on Sand Molds Used for Pipe CastingCpE, EE, ME
Deere-Hitachi Construction MachineryDesign for Implementation of AGVs in the Deere-Hitachi FactoryME, SE
DENSOBearing Press Failure on DC Motor Assembly SJ66EE, ME, SE
Discovery Place Science CenterDesign and Develop an Interactive Knowledge Center for the Natural History Exhibit SpaceCpE, EE, ME
Doosan Portable PowerDesign of a Battery Powered Solar Light TowerEE, ME
Duke EnergyBrunswick Battery Calculation ConversionsCpE, MEEnergy
ElectroluxDesign of Restricted Vent Detection for Residential DryerCpE, EE, ME, SE
ElectroluxDesign of an Electronic Gas ValveCpE, EE, ME
EPRIDesign of Manual Spent Fuel Pool NDE Sensor Delivery ToolCpE, EE, MEEnergy
EPRIDesign of a Proof-of-Concept Method to Assess Welding Quality using Sound or VibrationCpE, EE, SE
EPRIDesign of a Proof-of-Concept Non-Destructive Testing Device using the Metal Magnetic Memory MethodCpE, EE, ME
EPRIWind Turbine Design Project – Phase 2CpE, EE, MEEnergy
Huesker IncDesign and Fabrication of Raw Material Handling SystemME, SE
Hydromer IncDesign of an Automated Spray Coating System for Viscous Coating SolutionsCpE, EE, ME
Kenny’s ComponentsDesign of a Safer Race Seat Mounting System for 90 Degree Race SeatsMEMotorsports
OerlikonDesign Capacity Expansion for Additive Manufacturing Bin Collector SystemEE, ME
Orano USAOptimization and Partial Demonstration of Oxalic Acid Dissolution SystemME, SE
SiemensDesign/Build of a Portable Large Stud Removal and Minor Machining Operations Machine for Steam Turbine CasingsME
TC Transcontinental Advance CoatingsDevelopment of Precision Measurement Device for Coating DiesME
UNC Charlotte Electrical and Computer EngineeringLEGO Kit Part Sorting RobotCpE, EE, ME
UNC Charlotte Electrical and Computer EngineeringReal-Time Object Detection and Localization using Optical-See-Through Mixed Reality GlassCpE, EE
UNC Charlotte Electrical and Computer EngineeringFPGA Secure Design FlowCpE, EE
UNC Charlotte Electrical and Computer EngineeringVirtual Keyboard Based on Vibration LocalizationCpE, EE
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringHierarchical Bio Inspired Structures as Potential Energy AbsorbersME
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringFSAE Electric Vehicle DesignMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringFSAE AeroMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringFSAE Carbon Fiber Chassis DesignMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringUniversal Manufacturing Apparatus for Carbon Fiber Tube/AirfoilsEE, ME
UNC Charlotte Systems EngineeringVisualization and Analytics of Design Configurations and Facility LayoutsSE
2019 Fall Projects

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME students are given preference on all biomedical projects
NOTE 4: CPM ME students are given preference on all CPM projects

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
Ametek CSIDesign and Build a Scale Model of an Operation Flow and Pressure DeviceEE, ME
AO SmithIn-Process Leak Detector SystemCpE, EE, ME
ASMLActive Inertial Damping of Robot VibrationsCpE, EE, ME
BakkavorComprehensive Energy Audit and Recommendations for improvementEE, ME, SEEnergy
Bosch RexrothDevelop Expansion of the UNC Charlotte Engineering Senior Design Tool Kit WebsiteEE, ME
CAPERMini D-VAR Modeling and AnalysisCpE, EEEnergy
Carrier UTCData Acquisition System for Industrial Materials – Phase 2CpE, EE
Carrier UTCANSYS Result Report AutomationCpE, EE, ME
Carrier UTCDevelopment of Water Mist System for Evaporative Cooling in Chiller ApplicationEE, ME
Charlotte Douglas International AirportBaggage Handling Load Balancing and System OptimizationSE
CIRCORAugmented Cooling for Twin-Screw PumpsME
CommScopeDesign of a Test Apparatus for RJ-45 ConnectorsCpE, EE, ME
Corning Optical CommunicationsAutomation of a Fiber Optic Cable Stripping Operation – Phase 2EE, ME
Dixon Quick CouplingModular Plates for Connection of Multiple Hydraulic CouplersME
Duke EnergyLoad Profiles of Customer Classes and Feeder Voltage ProfileCpE, EEEnergy
Duke Energy – McGuire/Zachary EngineeringDynamic Modeling of McGuire Nuclear Station 7KV Switchgear and Pump Motor LoadsEE, MEEnergy
EPRIA Better Approach to Vegetation Management at Utility-Scale PV Plants – Phase 4CpE, EE, ME
EPRIConceptual Design of Vacuum Boxes for Fuel Pool Liner InspectionCpE, EE, ME, SE
EPRIUnderground Transmission Manhole Vault Inspection SystemCpE, EE, ME
EPRIWind Turbine Design ProjectCpE, EE MEEnergy
Fontaine ModificationAdjustable Floor RiserME
Freightliner Custom ChassisDesign of Material Handling Fixtures and Equipment for Large Steel Fram RailsMEMotorsports
GKN ePowertrainAssembly Training StationCpE, EE, ME
Hunter-DouglasDesign and Build a Test Fixture to Characterize New Blind MaterialCpE, ME
Ingersoll RandCompressor Heat Recovery and Energy Storage System – CHESSEE, MEEnergy
Ingersoll RandSmall Reciprocating Compressor Efficiency ImprovementME
Jim Myers and Sons IncImproved Design for MEGA-Settler Plate Line Handling FixturesME, SE
Lowe’sBurst Pressure Test ApparatusCpE, EE, ME
LS Energy SolutionsDesign of an Alarm and Fire Suppression System for EES FacilitiesCpE, EE, ME
NAVAIRCrew Position Indication and Recording SystemCpE, EE
NAVAIRAutomation of APU Compressor Wheel Material Removal Balance OperationCpE, EE, ME
Orano USAOptimization Study for Off-Loading the Shearon Harris Spent Nuclear Fuel Pool using TAD CanistersME, SE
Polymers Technology CenterAutomation of Precision Weighing StationEE, ME
QORVORF-3 Port Automated Calibration BoxCpE, EE, ME
QuEST GlobalLow Cycle Fatigue Evaluation ToolCpE, ME
Schaeffler GroupDesign and Build of a Servo Press Module AssemblyEE, ME
Schweitzer Engineering LabsComparative Evaluation of Power Distribution System Models and its Effects on Protection System using Real-Time Digital SimulatorsEEEnergy
Siemens EnergyAnalysis of Thermosiphon Hole GeometryME
Siemens EnergyGenerator Rotor Coil FEA Model ValidationMEEnergy
Siemens EnergyDesign of Large Machine Tool FixtureME
StabilusPortable Gas Spring Extension Velocity Testing DeviceEE, ME
Stallergenes Greer USADesign of an Improved Mycology Lab ProcessMEBioMed
TC Transcontinental Advance CoatingsPrecision Measurement of Coating DiesMECPM
TimkenDesign for Improved Ergonomics for Shot Blast OperationEE, ME
Tristone FlowtechDesign and Build and Test of a Pressure Pulsation Test RigEE, ME
UNC Charlotte ECEReal-Time Information Retrieval from Networked Camera System using Mobile Mixed Reality Device – Phase 2CpE, EE
UNC Charlotte ECEArtificial Intelligence for Smart CitiesCpE, EE
UNC Charlotte ETOccupancy-Based Control of Variable-Air-Volume Terminal BoxesCpE, EE, ME
UNC Charlotte ETAFRL University Design ChallengeCpE, EE, ME, SE
UNC Charlotte ETNASA Lunabotics Engineering CompetitionCpE, EE, ME, SE
UNC Charlotte MECryopreservation of Large Volumes of Hepatocytes – Phase 2MEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte MEHigh Speed Slide for Ultra-Precision MachiningME
UNC Charlotte MEOptimization and Assembly of a Confocal OpticCpE, EE, MECPM
UNC Charlotte MEBAJA SAE Competition TeamMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte MEFormula SAE Competition TeamMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte MEEfficient Robotic Locomotion via Deep Reinforcement LearningCpE, EE, ME
UNC Charlotte MENASA University Student Launch InitiativeCpE, EE, ME, SE
UNC Charlotte MEAerodynamic Development and Dynamic Prediction of a Short Track Race VehicleMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte MESafety Glasses Dispensing MachineCpE, EE, ME
UNC Charlotte MEKTM 500 Engine DevelopmentMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte SEDevelopment of Agile Supply Chain Tool Using AGVSE
UNC Charlotte SERisk-Aware Decision-Support System for Construction Project of Large-Scale Engineering StructuresSE
UNC Charlotte SEIISE Logistics and Supply Chain Division Student Case CompetitionSE
2019 Spring Projects

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME students are given preference on all biomedical projects

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
ABB BaldorNew Insulation Material DesignME
AmerescoDesign of Experiments to use Plug Load Controllers to Develop Energy Savings RecommendationsEE, ME, SEEnergy
Ametek CSIResearch and Development of a Material Tracking System for Fabricated PartsSE
ASMOAnalysis of Design Tolerancing to Improve Power Window Motor Vibration PerformanceME, SEMotorsports
Atrium HealthOrthotic and Prosthetic Data Capture and AnalysisEE, MEBiomedical
Carrier UTCAnalysis of Water Cooled Chiller Test Data for Engineering Insights using the SAS SystemSE
Catawba Science CenterDesign of a STEM Exhibit Requiring Learning Demonstration Prior to Exhibit ActivationEE, ME
CaterpillarRedesign of Cab Access System for Front End LoaderME
Charlotte PipeDesign of an Automated System to Detect Leaks during a Pneumatic TestCpE, EE, ME
Conbraco Apollo ValvesBackflow Prevention Device Test StandEE, ME
ElectroluxDesign and Prototype of a Smart Plug with Cycle RecognitionCpE, EE, ME
EPRIFEM Analysis of High Voltage SwitchesME
FramatomeDevelopment of sub-GHz Wireless Sensors for Industrial EnvironmentsCpE, EE, ME
General Steel DrumTransition Conveyor RedesignEE, ME
Highland CompositesUniversal Silicone Mold and Extractor for Carbon Fiber Tube ProductionME
MiTek-USAExterior Deck Ledger Attachment Details for Residential ConstructionCvCivil
Nascent TechnologiesRedesign of a Hardware-Firmware Product using new Off-the-Shelf Components (RemKon Redesign)CpE, EE
Niagara BottlingAutomated Pallet Inspection and Ejector SystemCpE, EE, ME
Orano USAOptimization and Partial Demonstration of a Mercury Treatment ProcessME
Schaeffler GroupDesign of a Prototype for Chain Wedge ClutchMEMotorsports
Schweitzer Engineering LaboratoriesMicrogrid – Optimized Resource Management and CoordinationCpE, EE
Siemens EnergyGenerator Stator Core Pressing Leak Prevention and Height Metrology ProjectME
UNC Charlotte Center for Precision MetrologyInstrument Transfer Function Tool BoxEE, MECPM
UNC Charlotte Electrical and Computer EngineeringDeep Learning as a Cloud ServiceCpE,
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringAnalyzing the Benefits of a Haptic Shared Control Framework for Remotely Controlling an Unmanned Ground VehicleEE, ME
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringCustom Occupational Prosthetic Design – GoFundMe for the Dutterer FamilyMEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringHypersonic Wind TunnelME
UNC Charlotte Mechanical Engineering / IWCSFiber Optic Strain Gauge using Pseudorandom Code InterrogationME, EE
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringSingle-Step Extrusion of Multi-Cellular Cerebral Vessels in 3DMEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringBaja SAE Competition TeamMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringEngine Simulator and ECU TesterEE, MEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringFormula SAE Competition TeamME
UNC Charlotte Systems EngineeringHabitable Layout Design driven by Psychophysical Criteria Using VRSE
2019 Spring Projects

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME students are given preference on all biomedical projects

Project SupporterProject NameDisciplineConcentration
ABB BaldorNew Insulation Material DesignME
AmerescoDesign of Experiments to use Plug Load Controllers to Develop Energy Savings RecommendationsEE, ME, SEEnergy
Ametek CSIResearch and Development of a Material Tracking System for Fabricated PartsSE
ASMOAnalysis of Design Tolerancing to Improve Power Window Motor Vibration PerformanceME, SEMotorsports
Atrium HealthOrthotic and Prosthetic Data Capture and AnalysisEE, MEBiomedical
Carrier UTCAnalysis of Water Cooled Chiller Test Data for Engineering Insights using the SAS SystemSE
Catawba Science CenterDesign of a STEM Exhibit Requiring Learning Demonstration Prior to Exhibit ActivationEE, ME
CaterpillarRedesign of Cab Access System for Front End LoaderME
Charlotte PipeDesign of an Automated System to Detect Leaks during a Pneumatic TestCpE, EE, ME
Conbraco Apollo ValvesBackflow Prevention Device Test StandEE, ME
ElectroluxDesign and Prototype of a Smart Plug with Cycle RecognitionCpE, EE, ME
EPRIFEM Analysis of High Voltage SwitchesME
FramatomeDevelopment of sub-GHz Wireless Sensors for Industrial EnvironmentsCpE, EE, ME
General Steel DrumTransition Conveyor RedesignEE, ME
Highland CompositesUniversal Silicone Mold and Extractor for Carbon Fiber Tube ProductionME
MiTek-USAExterior Deck Ledger Attachment Details for Residential ConstructionCvCivil
Nascent TechnologiesRedesign of a Hardware-Firmware Product using new Off-the-Shelf Components (RemKon Redesign)CpE, EE
Niagara BottlingAutomated Pallet Inspection and Ejector SystemCpE, EE, ME
Orano USAOptimization and Partial Demonstration of a Mercury Treatment ProcessME
Schaeffler GroupDesign of a Prototype for Chain Wedge ClutchMEMotorsports
Schweitzer Engineering LaboratoriesMicrogrid – Optimized Resource Management and CoordinationCpE, EE
Siemens EnergyGenerator Stator Core Pressing Leak Prevention and Height Metrology ProjectME
UNC Charlotte Center for Precision MetrologyInstrument Transfer Function Tool BoxEE, MECPM
UNC Charlotte Electrical and Computer EngineeringDeep Learning as a Cloud ServiceCpE,
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringAnalyzing the Benefits of a Haptic Shared Control Framework for Remotely Controlling an Unmanned Ground VehicleEE, ME
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringCustom Occupational Prosthetic Design – GoFundMe for the Dutterer FamilyMEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringHypersonic Wind TunnelME
UNC Charlotte Mechanical Engineering / IWCSFiber Optic Strain Gauge using Pseudorandom Code InterrogationME, EE
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringSingle-Step Extrusion of Multi-Cellular Cerebral Vessels in 3DMEBiomedical
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringBaja SAE Competition TeamMEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringEngine Simulator and ECU TesterEE, MEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte Mechanical EngineeringFormula SAE Competition TeamME
UNC Charlotte Systems EngineeringHabitable Layout Design driven by Psychophysical Criteria Using VRSE
2018 Fall Projects

EE = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
CpE = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering
ME = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

NOTE 1: Motorsports ME students are given preference on all Motorsports projects
NOTE 2: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects
NOTE 3: Biomedical ME students are given preference on all biomedical projects

Project SupporterDisciplineProject NameConcentration
Ametek CSIME, SEProcess Optimization for Sulfur Seal Production
ASMLMEStability of Mechanical Constructions
ASMLEE, MEActive Dampening of Structures using Piezoelectronics
CAPERCpE, EEHybrid Energy StorageEnergy
Carrier UTCCpE, EE, ME, SEDevelopment of an Industrial Data Acquisition System
Carrier UTCEE, ME, SEAnalysis and Mitigation of Measurement and Result Variability in Carrier Air Cooled Chiller Lab
Carrier UTCEE, ME, SEImprovement in the Movement of Heavy Loads
Charlotte Douglas International AirportME, SESystem Analysis and Simulation of Baggage Handling System to Determine Improvements in the Operation
Chiron AmericaSEWarehouse Optimization
Commscope – ClaremontCpE, EE, ME, SEIOT Data and Power over Ethernet (PoE) Demonstration Design
Commscope – GreensboroEE, ME, SERJ-45 Connecting Hardware Outlet Preparation
Corning Optical CommunicationsEE, MEAutomation of a Fiber Optic Cable Stripping Operation
CTE – Carolina CATSEWarehouse Space Optimization
DiverseyCpE, EE, ME,Design of a Wireless Conductivity and Temperature Sensor for Industrial Dishwashers
Duke EnergyCpE, EEMeter and Device Placement for Duke Distribution Circuits – Phase 3Energy
Duke EnergyCpE, EEBlockchain P2P TradingEnergy
EPRIEE, MEMonitor Underwater Sediment Collection Behind Dam FaceEnergy
EPRIEE, ME, SEA Better Approach to Vegetation Management at Utility-Scale PV Plants – Phase 3Energy
EPRIEE, MEDesign of ROV for Spent Fuel Pool NDE Sensor DeliveryEnergy
EPRICpE, EE, MEHyperspectral Imaging Pipe PlatformEnergy
EPRIEE, MEDevelopment of a Data Acquisition System for Fiber Optic SensorsEnergy
Fontaine ModificationME, SEDesign of Modular Scaffolding System
General Steel DrumCpE, EE, MEAutomation of Cover Removal Stations
HusqvarnaCpE, EE, MERedesign of a Petrol Zero-Turn Riding Mower to Include Charging of Handheld BatteriesEnergy
HusqvarnaMETelescope and Tilt Steering WheelMotorsports
Livingston & HavenSEManufacturing’s Spare Inventory Process Project
Lowe’sCpE, EE, MEDevice to Objectively Determine Lawnmower Cut Quality – Phase 2
NAVAIREE, MEGPS Building Distribution and Prototype for CASS
NAVAIRMEDevelopment of a new AV-8 Canopy Inspection System
NAVAIRCpE, EE, MERemote Controlled Transport Device for Electronic Consolidated Automated Support System (eCASS)
NVIDIACpE, EEReal-Time Embedded Object Detection and Tracking
OranoMEDesign of Improved Handling Options for Used Nuclear Fuel CanistersEnergy
Polymers Center of ExcellenceEE, MEAutomation of Cooling System for Analytical Instruments
Rail Propulsion Systems/McDowell Engineering AssociatesEE, MEWireless Power Transfer (WPT) System for Fixed Guideway Vehicles Phase II: Invariable Dynamic Wireless Power TransferEnergy
SchaefflerCpE, EE, ME, SEVision Inspection System
SiemensMEFatigue Endurance Improvement for 18-18 SteelEnergy
SiemensMEDesign Improvements in Generator Rotor Blocking MaterialEnergy
SouthwireCpE, EE, MEAutomation of Electrical Loading and AC Resistance MeasurementsEnergy
StabilusCpE, EE, MEGas Spring Pressure Testing Device for DOT Requirements
Structure MedicalMEOffline Machine Tool Measurement Device
WinbroCpE, EE, MEDesign of Electrode Loading Station
UNC Charlotte – Electrical and Computer Engineering DepartmentCpE, EEReal-Time Information Retrieval from Networked Camera System Using Mobile Mixed Reality Device
UNC Charlotte – Electrical and Computer Engineering DepartmentCpE, EEAutomated Electroluminescence Tool
UNC Charlotte – Electrical Engineering Technology DepartmentCpE, EE, ME, SEAFRL Design Competition
UNC Charlotte – Electrical Engineering Technology DepartmentCpE, EE, MEAstrobotics
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical Engineering DepartmentMEDesign a Stair Climbing Wheel Chair – Phase 2
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical Engineering DepartmentCpE, EE, MENASA University Student Launch Initiative
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical Engineering DepartmentMEBioreactor Template for Bone ReconstructionBiomedical
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical Engineering DepartmentMECoating Bioceramic on Ti Alloy Implant MaterialBiomedical
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical Engineering DepartmentMEComprehensive Design and Analysis of 3D Printed Upper Limb Prosthetic DevicesBiomedical
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical Engineering DepartmentMECryopreservation of Large Volumes of HepatocytesBiomedical
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical Engineering DepartmentMEFormula SAEMotorsports
UNC Charlotte – Mechanical Engineering DepartmentMEBajaMotorsports
UNC Charlotte – Center for Precision MetrologyCpE, EE, MEPortable System for Evaluating Environments for Precision Manufacturing and Metrology
2018 Spring Projects

B = Bioengineering
E = Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
Cp = Computer Engineering
Cv = Civil Engineering
M = Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
SE = Systems Engineering

Projects are posted as the company indicates they will support a project.

NOTE 1: NASA Projects require US Citizenship
NOTE 2: Motor Sports ME students are given preference on all motor sports projects
NOTE 3: Energy concentration majors are given preference on all projects marked as energy projects

SupporterDisciplineProject NameEnergy
AmetekM, SEOptimization of Project Management Process
Orano USA (previously Areva)MNext Generation Reactor Containment Building StudyE
Framatome (previously Areva)M, CpE, EDesign and Build a Logrithmic PicoammeterE
Bosch RexrothM, EWater Recovery – Assisted Flushing SystemE
EPRIMSeismic Spent Fuel Storage Sloshing AnalysisE
EPRIMThermal Energy Storage PrototypeE
UNC Charlotte Facilities ManagementM, SEDesign an Optimization Model for Campus Building UtilitiesE
UNC Charlotte Facilities ManagementMDesign of SCADA system for Water ManagementE
General Steel DrumM, EDrum Cooling Apparatus
HantoverM, ESafety Kill Switch Design
HusqvarnaM, CpE, EConversion of a Gas Powered ZTR to Battery Power
KEYper SystemsM, Cpe, EAsset Storage Solution
Kooks Custom HeadersM, EAutomation of Collector Cell
Bosch Community Fund/NC Transportation MuseumM, EDesign and build a STEM exhibit on Sustainable Energy for Rail Propulsion for NC Transportation MuseumE
SiemensSERedesign of Product Development Process
Structure MedicalM, CpEAutomated Cleaning Device for 5 Axis Machining Centers
UNC Charlotte ECE DepartmentCpe, ESolar Panal Companion Inverter (SPCI)E
UNC Charlotte ME DepartmentM, EStair Climbing Wheelchair
UNC Charlotte Industrial Solutions LaboratoryMSenior Engineering Design Toolkit
UNC Charlotte ECE DepartmentMIEEE Disaster Relief Energy and Communications Enclosures
UNC Charlotte Biomed DepartmentMMicroneedles Test Kit

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Jim Hartman, MBA

Professor of Practice
Director for the Industrial Solutions Laboratory
Industrial Solutions Laboratory
Jim.Hartman@charlotte.edu
704-614-9766
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