As electric vehicles operate at high power, their components heat up and have the potential to reach unsafe temperatures. Gaucho Racing (UCSB’s vehicle design team) is currently designing an electric vehicle to compete in national design competitions, which have defined these hazardous temperatures.

This project explores the feasibility and development of LaxBot, a computer vision-powered lacrosse training robot. The work began with market potential assessment before advancing to technical prototyping.The hardware combines 3D-printed components, aluminum extrusions, machined aluminum parts, and both DC and stepper motors. For computing architecture, the system uses an iPhone for computer vision computations paired with an ESP32 for motor control via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).

Axolyft - Adaptive Accessory is a project dedicated to improving accessibility in commercial gyms for individuals with disabilities. Traditional gym equipment is designed for people without physical limitations, creating significant barriers for those with disabilities who wish to utilize these facilities. This lack of accessibility can be a deterrent, discouraging individuals with disabilities from participating in commercial gyms.

Falling is a universal experience—whether it’s a toddler learning to walk, kids playing tag, or athletes slipping on wet grass. While many falls are harmless, the implications for shoe manufacturers are serious. In the U.S., non-fatal falls cost around $170 billion annually, and companies can be held liable if their shoes don't meet required friction standards.

True Digital Surgery develops digital exoscopes used in surgical procedures. A robotic arm can be moved around the operating bed to capture and display the surgery in 3D and high resolution. The end of the robotic arm that holds the camera also houses high intensity LEDs which illuminate the objective area and allow for the high quality pictures. Due to their high intensity and power dissipation, the LEDs are overheating the camera and surrounding housing.

This project focuses on fabricating a Luneberg lens using 3D printing to meet specific antenna requirements from Northrop Grumman. A Luneberg lens is a spherical device that focuses incoming electromagnetic waves from any direction to a single point, making it useful in radar and communication systems. Our design uses plus-shaped unit cells with varying density to create a gradual change in dielectric properties.