ENT Senior Design Day 2025

Student teams conduct major open-ended research and design projects. Elements of the design process including establishment of objectives, synthesis, analysis, and evaluation are integral parts of the capstone. Real-world constraints such as economical and societal factors, marketability, ergonomics, safety, aesthetics, and ethics are also integral parts of the capstone. ENT 497: feasibility studies performed; ENT 498: implementation, testing, and production of design.

Presentation Schedule and Project Descriptions:
ROOM A	ROOM B
9:30 a.m. Schneider Electric-Sponsored Variable Power Supply Students: Sagar Dhakal, Suraj Yonjon Advisors: Mohammad Mayyas This senior design project, sponsored by Schneider Electric, focuses on the development of a versatile three-phase power supply system engineered to support a wide range of industrial and educational applications. The system is designed to provide adjustable voltage outputs for both single-phase and three-phase AC, as well as DC power, ensuring flexibility for various testing and operational requirements. By integrating advanced power electronics and control mechanisms, this system enhances efficiency, reliability, and adaptability in dynamic industrial environments. The project delivers a cost-effective and scalable solution, catering to engineering laboratories, training facilities, and industrial testing applications. Sponsor: Schneider Electric	9:30 a.m. PLC Panel Factory Acceptance Test Module Students: Lane King, Rose Bishoff, Tyler Spencer Advisor: Reza Abrisham Baf For our Senior Design project, our group is designing a factory acceptance test module for Bi-Con Services. A factory acceptance test, or FAT test, is conducted on new PLC panels after they are built. The purpose of the test is to ensure the panel is wired properly and all parts function as intended. This is the final quality control step before the panel is shipped out to the customers’ jobsite. Our goal for this project is to streamline the FAT testing process by allowing the user to validate whole PLC cards at one time instead of testing each individual point. This will reduce testing time and while ensuring Bi-Con is providing quality products. The reduced testing times will result in lower costs associated with each panel. These savings will help recoup the initial investment used to build the FAT test module. *Sponsor: Bi-Con Services
10 a.m. Autonomous Go-Kart for EV Grand Prix Students: Garrett Sidle, David Garrett, Michael Waite Advisors: Rob Speckert A team of senior design engineers created an autonomous go-kart for the EV Motorsports Club at Northwest State Community College to compete in the Autonomous Karting Series. The project aims to create a self-driving kart capable of precise speed, steering, and braking control, accompanied by detailed documentation for future ��s to improve on the design. Expanding on this core functionality, stretch goals include adding a wireless emergency stop and advanced obstacle avoidance using LIDAR and computer vision. Sponsor: Northwest State Community College.	10 a.m. Pallet Inspection System Students: Juan Nieves, Becky Naugle Advisor: Reza Abrisham Baf The purpose of this project is to design and implement a system that will help reduce downtime, cost in repairs and enhance safety by detecting and alerting operators when a pallet exceeding the length specified for the conveyor is placed in an automated racking system. Sponsor: Charter Next Generation (CNG)
10:30 a.m. ADS Shipping Container Student: Luke Hughes, Lexi England, Ben Sorrell Advisors: Mohammad Mayyas In collaboration with Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS), this project focuses on the design and development of a robust, efficient, and adaptable shipping container for transporting ADS’s cylindrical manufacturing equipment. The design accommodates multiple diameter sizes, ranging from 30 inches to 60 inches, ensuring versatility across different product lines. The container features a self-centering mechanism, providing secure and stable positioning during transportation while preventing surface damage to high-precision equipment. By integrating ergonomic handling features and high-strength materials, this solution enhances logistics efficiency, reduces shipping risks, and improves overall safety in material handling processes. Sponsor: Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS)	10:30 a.m. Robomixer Students: Tyler Palovcik, Ben Fisher Advisor: Reza Abrisham Baf Our senior design project utilizes a Yaskawa robot to mix and serve drinks, aiming to create a unique and enjoyable customer experience in the hospitality industry. By automating the drink mixing process, we a.m. to reduce waiting times, improve service quality, and provide a consistent and delightful experience for customers. Additionally, the robot guarantees that each drink is mixed to exact specifications, maintaining high quality and taste. Automation also helps reduce reliance on human labor, lowering operational costs.
11 a.m. Cincinnati Radiator Automated Material Cleaning Proof of Concept Students: Steven Braun, Tyler Newman, and Nathaniel Trent Advisor: Rob Speckert Our project aims to automate the cleaning and drying process for manufactured radiator core parts at Cincinnati Radiator, reducing cleaning time and labor by 50% and improving cleaning quality. By designing a system that uses robust mechanical techniques, we will effectively clean contaminants and ensure complete drying, preventing defects in the final product. The project will culminate in a proof-of-concept prototype, demonstrating its potential to streamline the cleaning process and improve production quality. Sponsor: Armin J. Fleck Fund	11 a.m. RFID User Access & Audit System Students: Andy Mayo, Xavier Brown Advisor: Reza Abrisham Baf Shape Corp. tasked our group with creating an operator access and auditing system for their manufacturing cells at their Aluminum Specialty Plant. This system will be deployed to all primary and secondary equipment that is operational at the plant. We developed a computer application that streamlines the process of modifying the list of operators with access to the production cells out on the floor and can be operated remotely from anywhere at the plant with internet connection. Sponsor: Shape Corp.
11:30 a.m. Feasibility Study for Furnace Brazing Lift Cart Students: Luke Adams, Kyler Klingler, Tyler Miller Advisor: Mohammad Mayyas This project, in collaboration with Cincinnati Radiator, aims to analyze, optimize, and redesign the Vacuum Furnace Brazing Lift Cart, a critical component in the company’s radiator production process. The study identifies ergonomic inefficiencies and operational challenges currently affecting the lift cart’s performance and proposes engineering modifications to improve worker safety, operational efficiency, and ease of use. The project includes a comprehensive feasibility study, evaluating short-term enhancements for immediate operational improvements and long-term automation potential to align with Industry 4.0 trends. The findings lay the groundwork for future automation initiatives, supporting the company’s mission of reshoring manufacturing processes and strengthening domestic production capabilities. Sponsor: Armin J. Fleck and Cincinnati Radiator	11:30 a.m. An IoT Solution for Factory Cooling Students: Ian Ravary, Dulcemaria Tlahuel Arias, Ebrima Jallow Advisor: Reza Abrisham Baf SCI Engineered Materials is a manufacturing company located in Columbus Ohio. Their production area lacks air conditioning. In the summer months the facility can see indoor temperatures above 85F. This group was tasked with creating an automated fan control system that can keep temperature and humidity in a comfortable range. Wireless door and environmental sensors were used to determine an optimal fan speed. Goals for this project were to save energy, lower fan noise and reduce employee conflict. Sponsor: SCI Engineered Materials
12-1:30 p.m. Luncheon Program, Alumni ��, and Award Ceremony
1:30 p.m. AutoGuard Students: Vincent Williams, Michael Wise, Samuel Peterson Advisor: Rob Speckert A team of �� engineers designed and built a fully autonomous guard that raises, lowers, opens, and closes without the need for human assistance. It can be used for milling and drilling machines and it will activate the emergency stop whenever the guard is open to mitigate any personal injuries. Sponsor: Worthington Steel	1:30 p.m. Electrical Control and Power Enclosure Students: Jeremy Barnett, Logan Gilcher, Seth Oliver Advisor: Reza Abrisham Baf The objective of our project is to update a sewer lift station for the Licking Regional Water District (LRWD). The previous standard for the lift stations used motor starters to power the pumps in the lift station holding tank. The updated control system will utilize variable frequency drives to control pump speed. The goal for the updated sewer control system is to increase electrical efficiency and improved system flexibility, compared to the hysteresis control provided by motor starters. Sponsor: Licking Regional Water District
2 p.m. Car Cooling A.I.O (All-in-One) Device Students: David Finkbeiner, Gabriella Frazier, Spencer Fraley Advisor: Mohammad Mayyas This project presents an innovative and energy-efficient HVAC system designed to regulate the internal temperature of parked vehicles, preventing overheating in hot summer conditions. The system leverages solar energy to power its electronic components and incorporates high-flow fans for air circulation, an external intake fan for fresh air supply, and a Peltier module integrated with a heat exchanger and water pump to facilitate efficient cooling. The device is designed to maintain a safe temperature range for children, pets, food, and sensitive items left inside a vehicle when the air conditioning is off. By combining renewable energy sources with advanced cooling technology, this solution offers a sustainable, portable, and practical approach to vehicle climate control.	2 p.m. Variable Pitch Fan Students: Brandon Barlage, Austin Oder, John Holloway Advisor: Rob Speckert Our team of Electro-Mechanical Engineering ��s designed an Adjustable Pitch Turbo Fan. This fan was meticulously crafted using 3D printed components, an Arduino control system, and a servo driven pitch adjustment mechanism that eliminates slip-ring complexity. From HVAC air control to wind-energy potential, this prototype demonstrates the future of scalable air management.
2:30 p.m. Ultrasonic Parking Assist Students: Kelley O’Brien and Mitchell Neyer Advisor: Rob Speckert Students designed and engineered an ultrasonic parking assistance device. The goal of this project is to create a user-friendly device to aid in parking a vehicle when there is not much space to do so. The device includes an interior and an exterior module. The outer module houses the sensor and wirelessly transmits the distance information to be displayed on the interior module using LEDs and an LCD display to inform the user of vehicle position.
3 p.m. Super Desk Students: Grant Keller, Kaiden Trentman, and Katrina Stoller Advisor: Rob Speckert Three senior design ��s from Northwest State Community College self-funded and built a custom standing/sitting desk for their project. Their design focused on ergonomics, quality, and functionality, showcasing practical woodworking and engineering skills. The project demonstrated their ability to plan, design, budget, and execute a functional product independently.
3:30 p.m. Portable Power: Desktop Tensile Tester for Versatile Material Testing Students: Darren Hoying, Cole Hammer, Brandon Windham Advisor: Rob Speckert Our senior design team has produced a tabletop tensile tester powered by a Raspberry Pi, designed to provide consistent and reliable material testing in a compact form. The system features a load cell screw drive for accurate force measurement, THK rails for smooth linear motion, and a digital screen for real-time data display. It utilizes a linear actuator for controlled displacement. Engineered for affordability with a budget of $7,500, this tensile tester aims to offer a cost-effective yet robust solution for educational and research applications. Sponsors: Edison State Fund and Armin J. Fleck Fund.