Separation of two bodies in space

Computer program analyzes the motion of two rigid bodies in space, separating as a result of any one, or a combination of, the following mechanisms - springs with ball ends, springs with one end guided, pyrotechnics, rockets, cold-gas jets, air pistons, and Coulomb drag

Establishing a Partnership: STEM Education Center and Worcester Technical High School

Currently, STEM education is not accessible for all learners. The WPI STEM Education Center works to promote relevant, inclusive STEM education for all students and their communities. Our goal was to establish a relationship between the STEM Education Center and Worcester Technical High School in order to create a unique WPI project center existing within the high school. After interviewing members of both stakeholders, we developed a Memorandum of Understanding, project recommendations, and site recommendations to advance the project center

A Robotic Platform for At-Home Ultrasound Diagnostic Imaging

The field of telemedicine has grown significantly in the last several years and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has specifically highlighted the need for a variety of telemedical diagnostic tools. This project developed an at-home ultrasound diagnostic imaging system in the form of a 6-degree of freedom teleoperated robot designed around existing third-party portable ultrasound probes. Via the robot, the probe can be controlled remotely by a sonographer using a mobile website. Our design focuses on safety, portability, and ease of use. We have built a prototype and demonstrated the safety and efficacy of the proposed tele-ultrasound system