Students present posters for IE431 capstone projects
Students present posters for IE431 capstone projects
This semester, 39 Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering teams participated in capstone projects through the IE431 Senior Design course. The teams recently presented their posters at the Capstone Poster Session.
The students showcased their work at the IE 431 Poster Session & Company Day on April 16th at the Co-Rec. Thirty-nine projects, each involving the collaborative work of five or more students, were featured in the Co-Rec’s Black and Gold gym. Projects came from a wide variety of industries working with companies from all over the United States. Teams competed for top prizes and the People’s Choice Award.
The IE431 Spring Capstone Poster Session was a remarkable event, highlighting the ingenuity and hard work of the students. This year's session featured a diverse array of projects, each demonstrating the students' ability to tackle real-world problems with innovative solutions.
Team 6 (BraunAbility) accepting their award at the poster session.
The first-place award went to Team 6 for their work with BraunAbility, which focused on creating a complete digital twin of a fabrication and warehouse facility. Their work involved updating the layout to plan for Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) part movement while accommodating future growth and changes. This innovative approach and thorough research earned them the top spot in the competition.
Team 24's project centered around building equipment and part operations in a manufacturing and warehousing environment. They developed strategies for speed to market and flawless execution to standards, while evaluating the cost of capital to the organization across unique national account equipment and parts. Leveraging supplier partnerships and Vendor Managed Inventory, their strategic insights and practical applications garnered them the second-place award.
Students from team 24 accept the award during the session.
Team 16 presented a project aimed at improving operational efficiencies within Goodwill Commercial Services. Their detailed analysis and effective solutions secured them the third-place position.
The People's Choice award went to Team 21 for their outstanding project on medical device innovation. Their work resonated strongly with the audience, earning them this special recognition.
The session was a testament to the students' dedication and creativity, showcasing their potential to make significant contributions to their respective fields. Congratulations to all the teams for their exceptional work!