Understanding the potential of advanced materials for hypersonic flight is crucial for pushing the boundaries of aerospace structures. The recent advances in this study show hybrid polymer composites improved resistance to high-energy radiation. Boron nitride (BN) stands out for its impressive thermal stability, high thermal conductivity and strong mechanical properties, making it ideal for hypersonic upthrust and re-entry applications.

With plans underway for establishing a crewed outpost on the Moon, the need for innovative construction methods is paramount, especially given the astronomical costs associated with transporting materials from Earth. The cost of launching payloads to the Moon using the Space Launch System (SLS), estimated at over $75,000 per kilogram, underscores the urgency for alternative, cost-effective solutions. 

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare (TMH) is a private, not-for-profit community healthcare system comprised of a 772-bed acute care hospital, a psychiatric hospital, multiple specialty care centers, three residency programs, 22 affiliated physician practices and partnerships with various organizations. At the center of the healthcare system in Tallahassee, Florida is the main facility, Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, which serves as the major care center for the North Florida and South Georgia region offering an array of inpatient and outpatient services. 

KLS Martin medical technology company working since 1896 to develop and market individual patient solutions. KLS Martin’s individual patient solutions allow an intimate and personalized medical conversation between the patient and doctors. We worked with the KLS Martin team to thoroughly characterize, analyze and provide recommendations for implementing improved practices to enhance various back-office processes. 

We worked with NSIN-SOCOM to develop a design for a durable and versatile camouflage canopy to integrate a solar panel under different environmental and operational conditions. After research and consultation, we provided recommendations for a prototype that can function efficiently under different scenarios using adjustable straps and hooks. This technology could be used not only to integrate solar power in military operations but also in civilian applications such as firefighting, camping and hunting.

E. coli is a type of bacteria that lives in the intestines that is responsible for over eighty percent of urinary tract infections (UTIs). However other bacteria, such as klebsiella, proteus, and enterococcus can also cause a UTI. 

The most common method of diagnosing UTIs is through urinalysis, urine culture and patient medical history. Both urinalysis and urine culture typically require 24 to 48 hours before bacteria can be identified and the UTI can be diagnosed effectively. In emergency UTI cases, general antibiotics are required before a lab-based diagnosis can be made. 

Our project demonstrated the utility of patented carbon nanotube sensor technology in the development of hand prosthesis for individuals. Our sensors are printable, low-cost and thinner than sensors currently on the market. We integrated multiple motion sensors into an ergonomic glove to detect the wearer’s hand gestures through changes in electrical resistance. These sensors could be useful in the medical field for tracking rehabilitation progress in extremities or even controlling a robotic hand for those suffering irreversible hand damage. 

Our project addresses NSIN/SOCOM’s energy needs during their field operations. We developed a portable solar panel array that soldiers could swiftly deploy to harvest energy and power their tactical devices. The key requirements were portability, combat environment adaptability, immediate energy access, durability, pliability and stealth. Using materials that enhanced camouflage and heat dissipation, we limited the heat signature emitted by the array. Our solution not only increased energy independence but also contributed to operational stealth and adaptability.