In the fast-paced world of technology, people were always looking for sustainable solutions. Using batteries in Internet of Things (IoT) devices caused big environmental problems, like pollution and resource depletion. We had a new idea: a wearable device that doesn’t need batteries. Instead, it uses energy from the sun and heat from the body to work.

We wanted to make a healthcare device to be worn on the forearm. The device could monitor body temperature, heartbeat, and movement—all displayed on a phone. 

Our project addressed a challenge in the DEVCOM company involving a remote controlled drone. The initial interface for this drone developed in the DEVCOM lab was difficult to use and outdated. We wanted to create a simpler app using a different programming platform to produce a more user-friendly interface. We intended to achieve this goal by creating multiple web pages, each responsible for different functions of the drone. These improvements would enable easy access to essential information and allow the user to easily make software changes. 

Hundreds of thousands of deaths occur every year due to drowsy driving. With assisted driving technology improving each year, reducing the tragedies of drowsy driving is becoming more likely. Our drowsiness-sensing rear-view mirror will enable car manufacturers to predict when the driver is sleepy and enable assistive driving features.