Commercial Fishing Vessel Safety: Determining Exposure

This project, done in conjunction with the US Coast Guard (USCG), responded to the dangerous nature of commercial fishing by determining how long fishermen are on the water so realistic fatality rates for fisheries could be calculated. We performed background research and interviewed government agencies who supplied us with the data necessary to complete our goal. After we obtained our results, we prepared conclusions and recommendations for the USCG, assisting in the achievement of their maritime safety mission

2007-08 WPI SAE Baja Vehicle

The objective for this project was to improve upon the 2006-2007 WPI Baja Vehicle for participation in SAE's 2008 Baja Series competitions. Several major vehicle systems were redesigned using both mathematical and computer-aided modeling and simulation. These included the drivetrain, front and rear suspensions, and rear chassis. Improvements in these areas resulted in a lighter and more powerful vehicle that remained as safe and as durable as the previous design. The new parts were fabricated by the team using WPI facilities and with the help of local businesses. The finished vehicle will compete in Illinois (May 08) and Montreal (June 08)