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Hsi Research Collection Poster, St. Mary's University Communication Department Oct 2024

Hsi Research Collection Poster, St. Mary's University Communication Department

Hispanic Heritage Collection - Current Year (2024)

This flyer advertises "Conversations About Grant Research" to celebrate Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Week 2024. During the event, faculty discussed HSI-specific grant activities and opportunities, particularly those involving student research training. The event celebrated the university's HSI designation and Hispanic culture by promoting increased involvement in grant research.

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Gold & Blue, Fall 2024, St. Mary's University - San Antonio, Texas Oct 2024

Gold & Blue, Fall 2024, St. Mary's University - San Antonio, Texas

Gold & Blue

This is the Fall 2024 edition of Gold & Blue which is St. Mary's University's official school publication.

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Analyzing Daytime/Nighttime Pedestrian Crash Patterns In Michigan Using Unsupervised Machine Learning Techniques And Their Potential As A Decision Support Tool, Baraah Qawasmeh, Jun-Seok Oh, Valerian Kwigizile Oct 2024

Analyzing Daytime/Nighttime Pedestrian Crash Patterns In Michigan Using Unsupervised Machine Learning Techniques And Their Potential As A Decision Support Tool, Baraah Qawasmeh, Jun-Seok Oh, Valerian Kwigizile

Waldo Library Student Exhibits

No abstract provided.

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Nursing News & Views - October 2024, Joanne Miller Rn Oct 2024

Nursing News & Views - October 2024, Joanne Miller Rn

Nursing Newsletters

Nursing News & Views - October 2024

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Using Gis To Visualize Daily Routines At The Neighborhood And Household Scales: A Feminist Approach Using A Nineteenth-Century Diary, Sterling Quinn Oct 2024

Using Gis To Visualize Daily Routines At The Neighborhood And Household Scales: A Feminist Approach Using A Nineteenth-Century Diary, Sterling Quinn

Geography Faculty Scholarship

Feminist scholars in the discipline of geography have noted the ways that routine activities at the household and neighborhood scales contribute to power relations and identity formation. Geographic information systems (GIS), with their ability to create multiple visual representations of people’s experiences in space at any scale, hold great potential for revealing these local processes and patterns that are often lost or invisible in broader historical narratives, especially when they pertain to women and children. This article contributes an example by using GIS to encode and map everyday events in a diary kept by Elisabeth Koren, a nineteenth-century Norwegian immigrant …

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From The Editors Oct 2024

From The Editors

OUR Journal: ODU Undergraduate Research Journal

No abstract provided.

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Eco-Friendly Packaging: Changing The Norm, Victoria C. Hoffmann, Mujde Erten-Unal Oct 2024

Eco-Friendly Packaging: Changing The Norm, Victoria C. Hoffmann, Mujde Erten-Unal

OUR Journal: ODU Undergraduate Research Journal

Packaging is an essential aspect of our daily life routines and is integral in preserving, protecting, informing, and selling the products we rely on. The advent of plastic packaging has allowed us to meet the rising consumer demand for efficient and economical packaging solutions. However, plastic packaging has also emerged as a significant contributor to environmental degradation. This review highlights the growing need for eco-friendly packaging alternatives, given the harmful impact of current packaging practices. It delves into several proposed sustainable packaging solutions and their limitations, and outlines strategic initiatives for safer packaging. As a society, it is critical to …

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Program: Virginia Academy Of Science 102nd Annual Meeting, 2024, Virginia Academy Of Science Oct 2024

Program: Virginia Academy Of Science 102nd Annual Meeting, 2024, Virginia Academy Of Science

Virginia Journal of Science

Full program of the 102nd Annual Meeting of the Virginia Academy of Science produced by the VAS. The meeting took place on May 16, 2024, at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

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Understanding Customer Loyalty In The Automobile Industry: The Case Of Ford Motors In The State Of Virginia, Jared Nichols Oct 2024

Understanding Customer Loyalty In The Automobile Industry: The Case Of Ford Motors In The State Of Virginia, Jared Nichols

Honors Projects

This research utilizes a mixed methods approach to better understand customer loyalty and the factors that impact a customer’s decision to remain loyal to a brand. More specifically, this research focuses on the combined impact that specific factors have on Ford Motor Company’s ability to foster and maintain loyal customers. This research focuses solely on the impact these factors have on Virginia Ford owners. To better understand this question, both quantitative and qualitative data was collected from Virginia Ford owners. The outcome of this research suggests that a combination of perceived value, quality, corporate image, and switching costs when considering …

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Exploring The Roles Of Genetics, Gender, Nurturing, And Learning Methods In Mathematical Skills Development, Laura Alinani, Jana Shyti Oct 2024

Exploring The Roles Of Genetics, Gender, Nurturing, And Learning Methods In Mathematical Skills Development, Laura Alinani, Jana Shyti

Honors Projects

This research explores the multifaceted factors influencing the development of mathematical competence through a combination of cognitive, psychological, and sociocultural frameworks. The study aims to address how genetic predispositions, nurturing environments, teaching methods, and societal influences interact to shape mathematical abilities. Using insights from genetic research, cognitive psychology, and education theory, we analyze the role of effective teaching methods, such as active knowledge construction and differentiated instruction, in fostering mathematical skills. The study also examines how societal biases, particularly gender stereotypes, impact students' confidence and interest in math. The findings highlight the importance of promoting gender-inclusive practices and early exposure …

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2024 (Fall) Ensi Informer Magazine, Morehead State University. Engineering Sciences Department Oct 2024

2024 (Fall) Ensi Informer Magazine, Morehead State University. Engineering Sciences Department

ENSI Informer Magazine Archive

The ENSI Informer Magazine published in the fall of 2024.

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Landrum’S Popcorn & Candy Co. Business Plan, Joseph Pitman Oct 2024

Landrum’S Popcorn & Candy Co. Business Plan, Joseph Pitman

Distinguished Student Scholarship Collection

This business plan outlines the strategic vision and operational framework for Landrum’s Popcorn & Candy Co., a minority- and women-owned startup located in Landrum, South Carolina. Founded by Joseph and Carmen Pitman, the business aims to deliver a nostalgic retail experience through a curated selection of gourmet popcorn, retro candies, scoop ice cream, and beverages. The plan details market opportunities driven by regional growth and tourism, especially the proposed Saluda Grade Trail, and highlights the founders’ extensive experience in business, culinary arts, and technology. With a strong emphasis on community engagement, customer experience, and sustainability, the business is positioned to …

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Reducing Selection Bias In The Training Data Of Asl Champ! To Improve The Sign Language Recognition (Slr) System, Nushla Pradhan '26, Laine Silverman Oct 2024

Reducing Selection Bias In The Training Data Of Asl Champ! To Improve The Sign Language Recognition (Slr) System, Nushla Pradhan '26, Laine Silverman

Annual Student Research Poster Session

American Sign Language (ASL) is a natural language that is critical for effective communication within the Deaf community and also to bridge the gap between hearing and Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing individuals. Conventional methods of ASL learning apart from in person classroom instruction provide foundational knowledge but often lack the immersive and interactive elements. People often opt to learn ASL through textbooks and videos due to the limited availability of proficient ASL instructors, lack of other educational resources and limited time. This creates challenges of replicating real-life conversational scenarios and lack of real time feedback. To address these limitations, Virtual Reality …

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Investigating Neurite Outgrowth Influenced By Breast Cancer Progression Using In Vitro Models Of Collagen I Hydrogels, Emma Waskom '27, Nikolas Ala-Kokko, Younghye Song Oct 2024

Investigating Neurite Outgrowth Influenced By Breast Cancer Progression Using In Vitro Models Of Collagen I Hydrogels, Emma Waskom '27, Nikolas Ala-Kokko, Younghye Song

Annual Student Research Poster Session

Through the use of vitro modeling of tumor progression, using collagen I hydrogels and progressing cell lines, a demonstration of the interactions between breast cancer cells and nerve cells can be investigated. With these models, our goal is to compare the measurement of outgrowth of nerve cells through the use of supplemented NGF and co cultures of breast cancer cells. Human MCF-CA1a.cl1, -AneoT, and -10A, adipose-derived stem cells (ASCs), and rat PC-12 cells, were all passaged from 2D cultures and cultured in a collagen I hydrogen at a cell density of 250,000 cells/ml of media. Collagen hydrogels were then made …

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Experimental Evaluation Of A Thermoelectric Generator Integrated With A Flat Plate Solar Collector And Ethylene Glycol-Water Mixture, Precious Arlene V. Melendrez, Marita Natividad De Lumen Oct 2024

Experimental Evaluation Of A Thermoelectric Generator Integrated With A Flat Plate Solar Collector And Ethylene Glycol-Water Mixture, Precious Arlene V. Melendrez, Marita Natividad De Lumen

Journal Article

This study investigates the performance of a power generation system that integrates solar flat plate collector systems (SFPC) with thermoelectric generators (TEGs) under standard operating and environmental conditions to enhance the utilization of renewable energy sources. The system utilizes a vacuum-type collector and a stagnant fluid enhancer mixture comprising 50% ethylene glycol (EG) and 50% water 2 within the copper tube absorber to absorb heat from solar radiation. At approximately 10:00 a.m., the system achieves a maximum power generated of 13 V and 1.5 amps at an external temperature of 34°C, showcasing its capability to capture solar energy effectively. Additionally, …

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Muscogiana Vol. 35(2), Fall 2024, Mike Bunn, Rachel Dobson Oct 2024

Muscogiana Vol. 35(2), Fall 2024, Mike Bunn, Rachel Dobson

Muscogiana

Muscogee County, Columbus, Georgia, Genealogy

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Gaze Tracking Embedded Collaborative Robots For Automated Metrology And Reverse Engineering, Sachithra H. Karunathilake, Md Shahriar Forhad, Zhaohui Geng Oct 2024

Gaze Tracking Embedded Collaborative Robots For Automated Metrology And Reverse Engineering, Sachithra H. Karunathilake, Md Shahriar Forhad, Zhaohui Geng

Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering Faculty Publications

Conventional geometric metrology, or three-dimensional (3D) scanning, and reverse engineering heavily rely on the experience of the operators. With an increasing need for automation, robot arms have been adopted for this task. However, due to the large variety of parts and designs, automated path planning could provide a scanning solution that may overlook the critical area, which could potentially deteriorate the scan results. This article explores the integration of collaborative robotics (cobots) with eye-tracking technology to improve the autonomous 3D scanning process. The primary objective of this study is to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of cobots in 3D scanning, …

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Data-Driven Roughness Estimation Of Additively Manufactured Samples Using Build Angles, Jose Galarza, Jose Barron Jr., Farid Ahmed, Jianzhi Li Oct 2024

Data-Driven Roughness Estimation Of Additively Manufactured Samples Using Build Angles, Jose Galarza, Jose Barron Jr., Farid Ahmed, Jianzhi Li

Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering Faculty Publications

Achieving control of Laser Powder Bed Fusion (L-PBF) over the quality of the print is the main motivation for finding an optimum set of parameters in the process. Surface roughness is one of the characteristics of the print that impacts the performance of the desired functionality. This research focus is to relate the build angle with the surface roughness on the L-PBF printed specimens and utilize machine learning methods for roughness estimation of geometric features with varying build angles. The EOS M290 L-PBF printer was used to print Inconel-718 coupons using standard process parameters while varying build angles from 20 …

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Nbc Peacock North Fall 2024 Newsletter, Peacock North Staff Oct 2024

Nbc Peacock North Fall 2024 Newsletter, Peacock North Staff

NBC Peacock North Newsletter

Highlights include: Journalist Evan Gershkovich and 15 Other Prisoners Released -- Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2024 -- SNL Movie to Debut October 11th -- NBC News Dream Team at the Paris Olympics -- Looking Back: Willie Mays -- Tributes to Silent Microphones

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Overcoming Contamination Obstacles In Additive Manufacturing A Monolithic Propulsion Structure For The Sunrise Mission, Holly Walen, Emma Brown, Robert Fowler Oct 2024

Overcoming Contamination Obstacles In Additive Manufacturing A Monolithic Propulsion Structure For The Sunrise Mission, Holly Walen, Emma Brown, Robert Fowler

Space Dynamics Laboratory Publications

The SunRISE propulsion system utilizes an additively manufactured monolithic structure containing a main tank, plenum, and six thrusters. The complex design geometry and novel manufacturing approach of this structure lends itself to several problems, primarily related to the consistent fabrication of the thruster channels. Standard cleaning methods for stereolithography printing were inadequate to meet program requirements for this structure, leading to the development of a rigorous cleaning approach and intermediate characterization of the thruster throughput during the manufacturing process. In this paper, we present the cleaning and characterization approach that lent to the successful manufacturing of the SunRISE propulsion structure.

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Biomechanical Effects Of Worn-Out Shoe Outsoles And Insoles On The Human Foot, Yuka M. Iwashita, James A. Engebretson, Shreeshan Jena Oct 2024

Biomechanical Effects Of Worn-Out Shoe Outsoles And Insoles On The Human Foot, Yuka M. Iwashita, James A. Engebretson, Shreeshan Jena

College of Engineering Summer Undergraduate Research Program

The combination of outsole, midsole and insole layers of new shoes provide proper cushioning to the foot during the daily activities of life. Subsequently, the wear-based degeneration or damage to one or more of these sole layers can reduce the cushioning effect to the plantar surface of the foot. This reduction of cushioning effect can impact the distribution of stress concentration regions along the foot plantar surfaces and lead to foot pathologies. The present proposed research intends to study these effects of shoe-wear on the plantar surface of the human foot, using FEA (ABAQUS) and experimental methods. Commonly, the worn-out …

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This Is An Automated Software Platform For Grid Interconnection Of Renewable Energy Resources., Cathy Chen, Lani Nguyen Oct 2024

This Is An Automated Software Platform For Grid Interconnection Of Renewable Energy Resources., Cathy Chen, Lani Nguyen

College of Engineering Summer Undergraduate Research Program

To help curb climate change, the United States is rapidly electrifying many sectors of the energy economy, such as transportation (electric vehicles) and home heating (electric heat pumps). Thus, recent years have witnessed an explosion of businesses that want to connect and operate energy resources on the electric grid. However, getting an energy resource connected to the grid is an arduous process that takes years or more, requires specialized technical knowledge, and requires navigating complex and varying regulatory procedures. This project will develop a software platform that leverages AI and high-performance computing to automate and accelerate grid interconnection and energy …

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Empirical Support For Algorithmic Conjectures, Shayan Daijavad Oct 2024

Empirical Support For Algorithmic Conjectures, Shayan Daijavad

College of Engineering Summer Undergraduate Research Program

Our project focuses on a particular Markov Chain Monte Carlo algorithm, with applications in statistical physics, known as hardcore model Glauber dynamics. The target distribution of Glauber dynamics is a distribution of all of the independent sets within a graph. An independent set is a set of vertices within a graph with no two vertices in the set containing an edge between them. Our goal is to find whether or not the Glauber dynamics for sampling independent sets on trees mixes in time O(nlogn), and determining how the mixing time changes if we bias the algorithm in favor of larger …

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Understanding And Enhancing Sustainability Literacy In Cal Poly's College Of Engineering, Kenna Toohill Oct 2024

Understanding And Enhancing Sustainability Literacy In Cal Poly's College Of Engineering, Kenna Toohill

College of Engineering Summer Undergraduate Research Program

This study uses survey data collected from Cal Poly students to analyze engineering students' sustainability knowledge and their perspectives on Cal Poly's efficacy in teaching concepts in sustainability. It also compares the College of Engineering to other colleges to determine if, and how, CENG is behind in environmental education at Cal Poly.

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Advanced Localization Technologies For Autonomous Robotic Apple Harvesting, Gabriel K. Basus Oct 2024

Advanced Localization Technologies For Autonomous Robotic Apple Harvesting, Gabriel K. Basus

College of Engineering Summer Undergraduate Research Program

No abstract provided.

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Measurement Automation & Measurement System Research Endowment, Brian Bivinetto, Beneda Loya, Shiron Bendrihem Oct 2024

Measurement Automation & Measurement System Research Endowment, Brian Bivinetto, Beneda Loya, Shiron Bendrihem

College of Engineering Summer Undergraduate Research Program

Road travel safety is always the most important issue in transportation systems. In general, several factors cause road accidents, such as human error, vehicle mechanical failure, roadway limitations (e.g. pavement, lane geometry, etc.), and inclement weather conditions. The major focus of today’s transportation developments is related to making highway transportation safer, smarter, and greener to enhance livability. Many accidents are caused when drivers lack a better understanding of the surrounding traffic conditions because the driver not only needs to control his/her vehicle but also needs to be aware of the movements of the vehicles around him/her. A driver cannot be …

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Mechanical Properties Of Polymer Matrix Nanocomposites Reinforced With Varying Carbon Nanotube Geometries, Ethan Gaigalas, Zoe Kelemen Oct 2024

Mechanical Properties Of Polymer Matrix Nanocomposites Reinforced With Varying Carbon Nanotube Geometries, Ethan Gaigalas, Zoe Kelemen

College of Engineering Summer Undergraduate Research Program

This study serves as part of an introduction to nanocomposite research at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and attempts to form an observational comparison between the performance of various CNT-Epoxy nanocomposites under drop weight testing. As a continuation of research on CNT-Epoxy nanocomposites, this study specifies three geometries of Multi-walled carbon nanotubes: straight (MWSCNTs), helical (MWHCNTs), and OH-functionalized straight (FMWSCNTs); and it compares their impact resistances to neat epoxy samples. Based on the total number of failed samples under a normalized impact energy of 0.335J/mm, it is observed that FMWSCNTs increase the impact resistance of Epoxy panels at …

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Sal-E: Responsive Space Pathfinder Mission, Liam Duckworth, Berfredd Quezon Oct 2024

Sal-E: Responsive Space Pathfinder Mission, Liam Duckworth, Berfredd Quezon

College of Engineering Summer Undergraduate Research Program

The main objective of the SAL-E mission is to grow the Cal Poly CubeSat Lab’s (PolySat) capabilities in rapid spacecraft design, as well as to provide the current generation of students with the opportunity to design, test, integrate, and communicate with a satellite. This summer we will be focusing on a few aspects of the spacecraft design and preparing our test facilities for Fall. Specifically, we will be ordering electronics boards that were designed in Spring, testing the boards as they arrive, developing software to interface with the payloads, begin integrated testing, updating the control system in our thermal vacuum …

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Exploring Human Responses In Conversations With Ai Entities, Phillip Semenov, Miguel Coronado Oct 2024

Exploring Human Responses In Conversations With Ai Entities, Phillip Semenov, Miguel Coronado

College of Engineering Summer Undergraduate Research Program

This study argues that while AI systems have become increasingly advanced, they still evoke distinct emotional responses compared to human interactions, potentially limiting their effectiveness in emotionally-driven environments. We used the Emotiv Insight brain-computer interface to monitor participants' emotional responses during controlled interactions with both AI systems and other humans. Key emotional metrics, such as arousal, focus, and stress, were recorded in real time, providing a detailed picture of the emotional dynamics at play in each type of interaction. Participants exhibited higher levels of excitement, stress, and focus during interactions with humans compared to AI systems, while other emotions like …

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Wearable Sensing Systems And Data Analytics For Pressure Sensing Socket Prostheses, Stacey Le, Mio Nakagawa Oct 2024

Wearable Sensing Systems And Data Analytics For Pressure Sensing Socket Prostheses, Stacey Le, Mio Nakagawa

College of Engineering Summer Undergraduate Research Program

Prosthetics have been widely used as the primary solution for lower limb amputations, but residual limb volume fluctuations have posed challenges to the effectiveness and comfortability of these devices. In this project, we aim to observe pressure distribution patterns in the prosthetic socket during gait using sensing technology and investigate the performance of different machine learning algorithms on determining good or bad fit.

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