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Hanson International: Exploring Untapped Opportunities for Advanced Tooling and Machining.........................................................30 MSU IPF: Building Performance Services: Developing Building Energy Models on MSU Campus .........................................................31 Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc.: Innovating Product Design and Documentation ..............................................................................................32 Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc.: Preventative Maintenance Map & Schedule Optimization ............................................................................33 Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc.: Developing an Optimized Supply Chain and Inventory Management System......................................34 Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc.: Optimizing Warehouse Layout and Storage Efficiency ................................................................................35 Applied Engineering Sciences: Design Day Awards 2024.................................................................................................................................36 BE 485/487 Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering: Projects ............................................................................................................ 37-39 ChE 434: ChE Process Design and Optimization ......................................................................................................................................40-42 MSE 466: Materials Science & Engineering: Projects and Presentations .......................................................................................... 43-45 CE 495 Senior Design in Civil & Environmental Engineering: Introduction & Projects............................................................ 47-51 Civil & Environmental Engineering: Design Day Awards Fall 2024 ...........................................................................................................52 Computer Science and Engineering: Capstone Course Sponsors................................................................................................................54 CSE 498 Computer Science & Engineering Projects: Introduction ..............................................................................................................55 Ally Financial: AI System Testing Framework ..........................................................................................................................................................56 Amazon: Semantic Search for Code and Architecture Assets ..........................................................................................................................57 Anthropocene Institute: Balancing the Power Grid with Nuclear Power ........................................................................................................58 Auto-Owners Insurance: Next Step Insight ...............................................................................................................................................................59 Corewell Health: AI for Med Students Learning About Basket Management .............................................................................................. 60 Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio and Indiana: 3D Analysis of Dental Patient History ...................................................................................61 Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio and Indiana: DSL Tooling Ecosystem (dSLATE) ........................................................................................62 General Motors: Global Waste Management System ...........................................................................................................................................63 Table of Contents: April 25, 2025 PAGE 2 HAP: Customer Intent Engine and Training Tool.....................................................................................................................................................64 Henry Ford Innovations: Electronic Laboratory User’s Guide (eLUG) .............................................................................................................65 Henry Ford Innovations: Modernizing Robotic Surgery Education 2.0 ...........................................................................................................66 Henry Ford Innovations: MSU-HFH Research Synergy Vanguard Portal (RSVP) 2.0 ................................................................................67 Launch by NTT DATA: Everyday Agent .....................................................................................................................................................................68 Magna: Manufacturing Tracking System ....................................................................................................................................................................69 McKesson: Vulnerability Scan and Detect ................................................................................................................................................................ 70 Meijer: Online Customer Experience with Meijer Branded Products.................................................................................................................71 Michigan State University: Robotic Job Coaching 2.0 ..........................................................................................................................................72 Michigan State University: Test Platforms for Self-Driving Race Cars ............................................................................................................73 Michigan State University: Crowd-Sourcing Intuitions of Vowel Classifications ...........................................................................................74 MSU Federal Credit Union: Logged-In Branch Experience..................................................................................................................................75 NetJets: Airport Capacity and Ground Space Management ..............................................................................................................................76 RPM: Automated Damage Logging for Truck Drivers ..........................................................................................................................................77 Stryker: Surgical Needle Tracking ................................................................................................................................................................................78 TechSmith: Watcher of Attuned Video Experiences (WAVE) ...........................................................................................................................79 Union Pacific: Training Simulator Using GPS-Indexed Video ............................................................................................................................. 80 Urban Science: Automotive Service Advisor AI Assistant ....................................................................................................................................81 UWM: Centralized Comment History Microservice ................................................................................................................................................82 Volkswagen Group of America: Safe Journey AI 2.0 ............................................................................................................................................83 Whirlpool Corporation: AI-Powered Precision Cooking with TasteLogic.......................................................................................................84 WK Kellogg Co: Intelligent Ticketing and Release Management ......................................................................................................................85 Computer Science and Engineering: Design Day Awards Fall 2024 .................................................................................................... 86-87 ECE 410: Design and Characterization of a CMOS 8-bit Microprocessor Data Path ...................................................................................89 ECE 480 Electrical & Computer Engineering Projects: Room 2245, Introduction & Schedule ....................................................... 90 MSU Bikes Service Center: Red-light Runner Alert System .................................................................................................................................91 MSU Facility for Rare Isotope Beams: 4-Wire Coupling Circuit for Ion Beam Quadrupole Moment Calibration .............................92 MSU Electromagnetic Research Group (EMRG): Dynamic 5.8 GHz Phased Array for V2X Sensing and Wireless Communication Security ................................................................................................................................................................................................93 Fraunhofer USA, Center Midwest: Design and Fabrication of a Low-Cost Inkjet Printer for Selective Diamond Growth ............94 Great Lakes Crystal Technologies: Upgrading Diamond Deposition Reactor Control System..............................................................95 Henry Ford Health: Pathology Robotic Transportation System (PaRTS) ......................................................................................................96 GenoPalate Inc.: Enhancing the Food Index Page UI with Color-Coded Food Scores and Dynamic Views .....................................97 Wyatt’s Creative Works, LLC: Modern Organizational and Notes Apps ........................................................................................................98 MSU Cyber Security Lab: Simulated Autonomous Vehicle Environment using Raspberry Pi.................................................................99 ECE 480 Electrical & Computer Engineering Projects: Room 2250, Introduction & Schedule ......................................................100 MSU Cyber Security Lab: Security Attacks on Machine Learning Systems ................................................................................................. 101 MSU Broadband Access: Wireless Communications Lab Hands-Free Control of IoT Devices Using Mind PowerTesting of Rail Tracks ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 102 MSU PUMA Lab: Impedance-Matching Network for Ultrasonic Transducers............................................................................................. 103 MSU Li Lab@IQ: Flexible ECG for Continuous Cardiac Monitoring .................................................................................................................104 MSU Li Lab@IQ: 3D Printing of Microneedle Sensors for High-Density Neural Recording ....................................................................105 PoliMOVE-MSU: Development of Scaled Autonomous Race Car Platform with Matched Data Pipeline .........................................106 Michigan Translational Research and Commercialization (MTRAC) Innovation Hub; Fraunhofer USA: Development of a Field-Use Heavy Metal MicroFluidic Test Platform .......................................................................................................107 Table of Contents: April 25, 2025 PAGE 3 Table of Contents: April 25, 2025 MSU Smart Microsystems Lab: 3D Path Mapping for Autonomous Robots ...............................................................................................108 MSU Nondestructive Evaluation Laboratory (NDEL): Unmanned Ground Drone for Rail Structural Health Management and Nondestructive Evaluation ......................................................................................................................................................109 Electrical and Computer Engineering: Design Day Awards Fall 2024...................................................................................................... 110 ME 412 Heat Transfer Laboratory: A Study of Two-Phase Heat Transfer Devices .............................................................................. 112 ME 470 Mechanical Design & Manufacturing II: March Madness Mechanized Mini-Basketball Launcher ............................... 113 ME 478 Product Development: Design and Demonstrate a Transportation System ............................................................................. 114 ME 497/MKT 420: Biomechanical Design and New-Product Development................................................................................................. 115 ME 481 Mechanical Engineering Design Projects: Room 1202, Introduction & Schedule ................................................................ 116 Toyota Motor North America Research and Development: Lift Mechanism for Personal Mobility Aid ............................................. 117 Consumers Energy: Green Hydrogen Powered by Hydroelectricity .............................................................................................................. 118 Kautex Textron: Material Cost-Benefit in Electric Vehicles................................................................................................................................. 119 Munters Corporation: Design of Farm Building Test Pods for Product Testing ........................................................................................ 120 Munters Corporation: Mobile Test Container for Improved Product Validation ......................................................................................... 121 Magliner, Inc.: Magliner Hand Truck Nose Plate Redesign ................................................................................................................................. 122 BONWRx: Redesign Biomedical Injector .................................................................................................................................................................. 123 ME 481 Mechanical Engineering Design Projects: Room 1220, Introduction & Schedule ............................................................... 125 MSU IMPART Alliance: System for Loading, Securing, and Unloading of Direct Care Worker Training Equipment..................... 126 MSU IMPART Alliance: DCW Offsite Training Equipment Organization Carts ............................................................................................ 127 MSU IMPART Alliance: Development of Portable Storage Cart ...................................................................................................................... 128 Michigan AgrAbility: Rolling Kneeler Cart Drivetrain ............................................................................................................................................ 129 MSU Department of Theatre: Portable Wood Hardness Tester ..................................................................................................................... 130 MSU Adaptive Sports & Recreation Club: Three-Wheel Drive System for Scooter (Continuation) .................................................... 131 MSU Department of Theatre: Adjustable Dust Collector Arm ......................................................................................................................... 132 MSU Department of Mechanical Engineering: Human-Robot Collaborative Object Transport System............................................ 133 ME 481 Mechanical Engineering Design Projects: Room 1300, Introduction & Schedule............................................................... 135 MSU Broad Art Museum: Modular Art Transport Cart with Vibration Minimization ................................................................................. 136 MSU Department of Mechanical Engineering: Chainsaw Sharpening Fixture ............................................................................................ 137 MSU Student Life & Engagement/MSU Anaerobic Digestion Research and Education Center: Quality Control in MSU’s Food Waste Management ......................................................................................................................................... 138 MSU Adaptive Sports & Recreation Club: Roller Sled Mobility – Phase Four ............................................................................................. 139 MSU Adaptive Sports & Recreation Club: Inclusive Sports Wheelchair ........................................................................................................140 MSU Rocketry Team: Custom Filament Winder for Rocketry Tubes ............................................................................................................. 141 Pratt Miller: Composite Battery Container for FSAE Car ................................................................................................................................... 142 ME 481 Mechanical Engineering Design Projects: Room 2435, Introduction & Schedule .............................................................. 143 Cobra AERO and Jetfire Power, LLC: Design of 3-Cylinder Engine Head for Aero Application .......................................................... 144 NASA Psyche Mission: Future Power Solutions for Exploring Hypothesized Surfaces .......................................................................... 145 Michigan Nut & Fruit Growers Association: Sorting of Shell and Kernel Fragments of Black Walnuts.............................................. 146 MSU Bikes Service Center: Bike Powered Prosthetic.......................................................................................................................................... 147 MSU Solar Racing Team: Solar Car 3-Wheel Suspension Creation ................................................................................................................ 148 General Motors: MSU Baja Multi-Disc Basket Clutch ........................................................................................................................................... 149 MSU Baja Racing: Design and Manufacture of Custom Brake Calipers ........................................................................................................150 Mechanical Engineering: Design Day Awards Fall 2024 .................................................................................................................................. 151 PAGE 4 Welcome from the Dean As Interim Dean of the College of Engineering, on behalf of the entire faculty, staff and students, I welcome you to Design Day! Since the first Design Day in 1994, it has grown into the premier undergraduate academic event of the semester, featuring over 130 capstone teams and 700 seniors from all 10 of the College’s academic programs. We are pleased to acknowledge Henry Ford Health as our Design Day Executive Patron Sponsor and TechSmith as our Design Day Directing Patron Sponsor. Our Design Day Supporting Patron Sponsors include Amazon, Anthropocene Institute, Delta Dental, Meijer, MSUFCU, and Urban Science. We thank all of our sponsors for their generosity and their ongoing commitment to Design Day. As you explore the exhibits throughout the Engineering Building and Anthony Hall, you are encouraged to take time to learn about the projects by talking with our students. They are an incredible group of people who love to share their enthusiasm for engineering. The headliners of Design Day are our graduating seniors as they present their design projects through exhibits, posters, and presentations. Their projects represent the capstone of their educational career. You will see that our graduating MSU engineers are ready to lead, create and innovate. Be sure to stop by and see how they innovate, communicate, and perform at the highest levels in an increasingly global and demanding world. Our capstone programs and Design Day would not be possible without the continued support of our capstone project sponsors who provide both funding and a professional experience for our capstone design teams. We appreciate their generosity and their time. Please join us for the Design Day Awards Ceremony in Anthony Hall Room 1281 at 1:15 p.m. when we will honor all of our talented Spartans, the best of the best. Dr. loannis (John) Papapolymerou Interim Dean of the College of Engineering Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering Michigan State University Henry Ford Health is proud to support Michigan State University Design Day We are honored to support Michigan State University Design Day and applaud the unwavering commitment of MSU’s academic programs. MSU engineers exemplify leadership, creativity, and innovation, and we celebrate the incredible design projects that showcase their talents and dedication. At Henry Ford Health, we believe in the power of education and the transformative impact of innovation in healthcare. We are excited to provide Michigan State University students the opportunity to apply their classroom learnings to create real-world solutions supporting health. Together, we look forward to shaping the future. Together, we look forward to shaping the future. PAGE 6 EVENTS 8 a.m. 9 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Noon 1 p.m. Audio Enthusiasts and Engineers 2nd Floor Rm 2228 8:00 a.m. – Noon Engineering Student Organizations 1st Floor Lobby 8:00 a.m. – Noon ECE 410 Competition 2nd Floor 2200 Hallway 9:00 a.m. – Noon ME 412 Competition 1st Floor Room 1252 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. ME 470 Competition 1st Floor Room 1345 8:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. ME 478 Competition 1st Floor Room 1240 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. CAPSTONE COURSES All Capstone Posters for most projects, including BE485/487 and ChE 434 BE and ME 1st Floor 1200/1300 Hallways ECE on 2nd Floor 2200 Hallway ChE on 2nd Floor 2400 Hallway CSE on 3rd Floor 3200/3300 Hallways 8:00 a.m. – Noon AESC 410/SCM 472 Project Presentations Anthony Hall 1st Floor - Rooms 1235, 1255, 1257 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. CE 495 Project Presentations 2nd & 3rd Floors - Rooms 2243, 2320, 2400, 3400, 3540 8:00 a.m. - Noon ECE 480 Project Presentations 2nd Floor Rooms 2245 & 2250 8:00 a.m. – 12:50 p.m. ME 481 Project Presentations 1st & 2nd Floors – Rooms 1202, 1220, 1300, 2435 8:00 a.m. – Noon MSE 466 Project Presentations 1st Floor Room 1145 8:00 a.m. – 10:40 a.m. OPENING AND AWARDS MSU Awards 1st Floor Anthony Room 1281 1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Design Day Events Schedule: Friday, April 25, 2025 Follow Us on Social: facebook.com/MSUEGRS instagram.com/msu.egr x.com/MSU_EGR linkedin.com/company/msuegr/ To stay up to date w/Careers in Engineering: instagram.com/msuengineers/ PAGE 7 1st Floor Engineering 2nd Floor Engineering to Anthony ME 481 Rm 1220 ME 412 Rm 1252 ME 478 Rm 1240 1300 Hallway: Capstone Posters: BE 485/487 Engineering Student Organizations West Lobby ME 470 Rm 1345 ME 481 Rm 1202 ME 481 Rm 1300 1200 & 1300 Hallways: Capstone Posters: ME 481 MSE 466 Rm 1145 Rm 2250 CE 495 CE 495 2300 Hallway: ECE 410 2200 Hallway: ECE 480 Posters Rm 2245 Rm 2243 Rm 2228 AEE ME 481 2400 Hallway ChE 434 CE 495 ECE 480 Rm 2435 Rm 2400 Rm 2320 PAGE 8 Design Day Floor Plans of the MSU Engineering Building Overview 3rd Floor Engineering CSE 498 Rm 3405 3300 Hallway: Capstone Posters: CSE 498 3200 Hallway: Capstone Posters: CSE 498 Rm 3400 Rm 3540 CE 495 Presentations Rm 3540 CE 495 Presentations Rm 3400 ANTHONY ENGINEERING DAIRY MEAT LAB ENGINEERING 1st Floor Anthony Color Legend: CE AESC/ SCM BE ChE & MSE ME CSE ECE Joint/ Other College Awards Ceremony Rm 1281 College Awards Ceremony Overflow Rm 1279 to Engineering AESC 410/SCM 472 Rm 1257 & Rm 1255 AESC Rm 1235 Look for Fall Design Day projects coming in December 2025! M I C H I G A N S T A T E U N I V E R S I T Y M I C H I G A N S T A T E U N I V E R S I T Y C O L L E G E O F E N G I N E E R I N G F A L L 2 0 2 5 C O L L E G E O F E N G I N E E R I N G F A L L 2 0 2 5 PAGE 10 Alro Steel Corporation Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. Illinois Tool Works KLA La-Z-Boy, Inc. MSU Bikes MSU College of Engineering MSU College of Nursing MSU IPF: Building Performance Services Sun Chemical American Axle & Manufacturing Applied Materials Asahi Kasei Plastics North America BASF Gerdau Special Steel North America Hanson International Applied Engineering Sciences Capstone Course Sponsors We thank the following sponsors for their generous support of the Applied Engineering Sciences senior capstone course. We gratefully acknowledge the Supply Chain Council for their project support. PAGE 11 The Capstone Projects AESC 410 Capstone Course Senior Capstone Project The culmination of course work in engineering and business, the Capstone course for Applied Engineering Sciences focuses on a semester long project from a sponsor (industry or non-profit) typically at the confluence of modern business operations and engineering or technical issues. The course is interdisciplinary with Supply Chain Management. Applied Engineering Sciences AESC 410 Supply Chain Management SCM 472 Dr. Laura J. Genik Director, Applied Engineering Sciences Arun Chauhan MBA 2025 Dr. Sri Talluri Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Management The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management Pratik Bhattacharjee MBA 2026 Nthanda Manduwi MBA 2026 Grant Freeman MBA 2025 Time Team Sponsor Project Title 8:25 a.m. Alro Steel Corporation Maximizing Fiber Laser Offloading and Processing 8:50 a.m. American Axle & Manufacturing Transportation Mapping of Outside Service Providers 9:15 a.m. BASF Facility Inventory Optimization 9:40 a.m. Break 9:50 a.m. Sun Chemical Demand Forecasting Model 10:15 a.m. Asahi Kasei Plastics North America Classifier Toolless Chute Design 10:40 a.m. Asahi Kasei Plastics North America Scale Deck Cover Design 11:05 a.m. Applied Materials Exploration of Semiconductor Supply Chain Regions Presentation Schedule – 1st floor Anthony Hall, Room 1235 PAGE 12 Alro Steel Corporation, a leader in metal distribution and processing, is preparing for the expansion of its largest facility in Potterville, Michigan. With 81 locations across 16 states and more than 75 years of experience serving U.S. manufacturing, the company remains committed to enhancing operational efficiency. In anticipation of this growth, Alro Steel Corporation is focusing on optimizing its Plate Laser Department to improve productivity and ensure a seamless transition as the facility expands. The Plate Laser Department is a critical area of operation, housing advanced Trumpf Fiber Lasers, including two integrated with an automated STOPA storage and retrieval system. While these technologies have significantly improved processing capabilities, further enhancements are required to streamline laser cutting, storage, and automation. The primary objective of this project is to refine the efficiency of offloading and packaging laser-cut parts to support continuous machine operation and reduce production delays. To achieve these goals, the project will involve a comprehensive evaluation of current workflows, floor space utilization, material handling processes, and packaging techniques. One key aspect of the solution will be the use of CAD modeling to redesign the warehouse floor space, layout of cut parts, and box dimensions. To minimize handling, the best approach was to design and implement custom box variations that lay flat on the unloading tray, enabling parts to be stacked directly on top. Once all cutting is complete and stacking has been accomplished within the machine, the box will be folded and taped automatically then taken to its final location. Eliminating the need to hand stack parts into the shipping box will significantly increase workflow and enable the machine to cut continuously without any delay. Alro Steel Corporation Maximizing Fiber Laser Offloading and Processing Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Jolo Abordo Brownstown, Michigan Sienne Prideaux Macomb, Michigan Chloe Casenave Bloomfield Hills, Michigan Cole Scribner Goodrich, Michigan Alro Steel Corporation Project Sponsors Austin Fandel St. Johns, Michigan Joel Major Lansing, Michigan Teaching Assistant Grant Freeman AESC 410/SCM 472 | 8:25 a.m. Anthony Hall, 1st Floor | Room 1235 PAGE 13 American Axle & Manufacturing is a global leader in driveline and metal forming technologies, with a footprint spanning over 80 locations across North and South America, Asia, and Europe. AAM strives to deliver high-performing technology that helps reduce the cost of vehicle development programs and is fast and efficient. AAM currently lacks a structured way to track and analyze how spending is allocated across its Outside Service Providers (OSP). This project is intended to provide a solution by developing a heat map on Tableau that creates visualizations of OSP spending distribution, transportation frequency, and utilization. The heat map will provide an insight into where the spend is going, how much is tied to each OSP, and find opportunities for optimization and insourcing. By using this approach, the project will help identify potential cost-saving opportunities, such as optimizing transportation modes and improving supplier utilization. The end goal is to reduce transportation and purchasing costs, speed up production, and improve financial transparency. American Axle & Manufacturing Transportation Mapping of Outside Service Providers Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Justin Holtz Grand Rapids, Michigan Amy Walqui Ishpeming, Michigan Mason Reynolds Beverly Hills, Michigan Mahren Faiz Rochester Hills, Michigan Nicholas Given Flat Rock, Michigan Nick Napolitano Rochester, Michigan American Axle & Manufacturing Project Sponsor Curtis Crane Detroit, Michigan Teaching Assistant Arun Chauhan Room 1235 | 1st Floor, Anthony Hall 8:50 a.m. | AESC 410/SCM 472 PAGE 14 BASF is a global innovator in the chemical industry. With sustainability at the forefront, the company is committed to creating chemical solutions that merit economic prosperity, environmental protection, and social responsibility. BASF offers a variety of high-performance materials across multiple industries such as energy, agriculture, automotive, and more. The Coatings business group is one of eight primary groups, and overlooks material solutions such as surface treatments, OEM coatings, automotive refinish coatings, and decorative paints. In an ongoing effort to optimize efficiency and manage costs, BASF is exploring alternative solutions for storage of their e-coating inventories. The complexities of the hazardous and temperature-controlled materials have provided challenges in their warehousing facilities. BASF is looking for possible options to avoid increased inventory holding costs at the current facilities. This project evaluates options for optimizing existing storage capacity and assessing new alternative inventory solutions to improve operational efficiency for BASF. The focus is on assessing the feasibility of expanding and reconfiguring the current warehouse to optimize space utilization and improve operational efficiency. The team is exploring internal and external solutions for the facility, such as prefabricated buildings, implementation of rack storage, mobile shelving, and mezzanine flooring. In addition, the project will explore the possibility of constructing a new sustainable and cost-effective storage facility. The goal of the project is to find a solution to reduce future inventory costs while maintaining operational efficiency and supporting BASF’s sustainability commitments. Alternatives will be evaluated based on cost-effectiveness, scalability, and alignment with operational needs. BASF Facility Inventory Optimization Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Abigail McGinnis Lake Tapps, Washington Laya Tumbalam Okemos, Michigan Tristen Lycos Williamston, Michigan Kendra Bell Bedford, Michigan Jillian Jones Rochester Hills, Michigan Alexa Onisko Novi, Michigan BASF Project Sponsors Denise Fernandez Southfield, Michigan Donique Jeffries Southfield, Michigan Teaching Assistant Grant Freeman AESC 410/SCM 472 | 9:15 a.m. Anthony Hall, 1st Floor | Room 1235 PAGE 15 Sun Chemical, the world’s largest printing inks and coatings producer, manages a complex supply chain with 40,000+ SKUs and diverse customer demands. This project enhances demand forecasting by improving inventory management, product transition accuracy, and SKU classification. The team is implementing an intermittent demand forecasting model to better predict low-velocity SKUs, replacing monthly averages with an order frequency- based approach. This method aims to reduce excess inventory and improve forecast accuracy. In addition, the team is developing a historical trend-based forecasting model to address product transitions to predict demand shifts when SKUs are phased out. This will help prevent obsolete inventory buildup and stock shortages. For custom product forecasting, a clustering strategy is being introduced to group similar SKUs based on product attributes, improving inventory planning and procurement efficiency. By integrating data analytics and forecasting techniques into Sun Chemical’s SAP APO system, this project will provide a scalable solution to reduce costs, optimize inventory, and enhance supply chain performance. Sun Chemical Demand Forecasting Model Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Aidan Royce Worcester, Massachusetts Ashton Terrick Canton, Michigan Ben Prisby Novi, Michigan Alex Yoder Bloomfield Hills, Michigan Jake Cardenas St. Clair Shores, Michigan Sam Peterson Canton, Michigan Sun Chemical Project Sponsor Ian Smillie La Grange, Illinois Teaching Assistant Arun Chauhan Room 1235 | 1st Floor, Anthony Hall 9:50 a.m. | AESC 410/SCM 472 PAGE 16 Asahi Kasei is a Japanese-based company and a leading manufacturer of high-performance engineering plastics and polymers. The plastics and polymers have diverse applications spanning across many industries, such as automotive, electronics, housing and construction, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices. Asahi Kasei has more than 11,000 employees in North America and 46,000 around the world, serving customers in more than 100 countries. Automotive is the primary focus of the Fowlerville, Michigan location. Automotive tier one manufacturers buy products from Asahi Kasei to make various components, and they also have collaborative relationships in place with OEMs. At the Fowlerville plant they manufacture plastic pellets that are used in the production of many automotive components. To identify and sort plastic pellets based on size and shape, they use classifiers. Discharge chutes at the end of the classifier direct the product into cardboard boxes for shipping. The classifiers are disassembled, cleaned, and inspected during product changeover. At the start of the project, the discharge chutes were aligned and secured to the classifier by standard nuts and bolts. The chutes were a burden to disassemble and reinstall. There was also concern that the fasteners loosen over time due to vibration and could potentially fall into the product, thus providing a serious quality and safety concern. To help Asahi Kasei eliminate the risk of loose fasteners falling into the product and to streamline the changeover process, our team has been tasked with designing a mechanism to attach and secure the chute to the classifier. A successful design can be handled easily and doesn’t require tools, minimizing downtime and operational delays, but also enhances assurance in product quality. If the model proves effective, Asahi Kasei may opt for widespread implementation of the toolless design across the Fowlerville plant. Asahi Kasei Plastics North America Classifier Toolless Chute Design Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Lucas Piermarocchi East Lansing, Michigan Alex Dudek Canton, Michigan Langston Jackson Canton, Michigan Sam Williams Plymouth, Michigan Nate Poe Northville, Michigan Asahi Kasei Plastics North America Project Sponsors David Krueger Fowlerville, Michigan Roy Travis Fowlerville, Michigan Holly Trpik Fowlerville, Michigan Teaching Assistant Pratik Bhattacharjee AESC 410/SCM 472 | 10:15 a.m. Anthony Hall, 1st Floor | Room 1235 PAGE 17 Asahi Kasei Plastics is a subsidiary of Asahi Kasei Corporation, a Japanese multinational company with operations in the Material, Homes, and Health Care Sectors. Since its founding in 1922, it has consistently grown through the practice transformation of its business portfolio to meet the evolving needs of every age. Through their innovative electronic parts and systems used in smartphones, housing and construction materials, and medical devices, they can produce cutting-edge products across multiple industries. The project presented involves their post-manufacturing packaging practices. As boxes of product are filled, there are floor scales that weigh and densify the product by shifting the plastic pellets. During product changeovers, the scales are cleaned to prevent cross contamination of pellets, which is vital to the quality standards of Asahi Kasei. The scales are also cleaned to ensure no plastic pellets are caught underneath, which can cause false scale readings. To perform this task, along with any potential maintenance, the scale deck cover is removed to gain access to the entirety of the scale. Safety concerns relating to the scale are the weight and size of the cover, with the additional complication of tooling being adjusted so often, which causes potential for it to wear down or be lost. The objective of this project is to improve the safety, efficiency and quality by redesigning the scale deck cover and present a formal recommendation to Asahi Kasei. The proposed design aims to streamline the product changeover process to make it more seamless and efficient. Safety remains the top priority, ensuring more secure working environments, while additional benefits of saving time and money with the process happening faster. By implementing this solution, the company can enhance overall workflow, minimize potential hazards and improve productivity which should ultimately lead to a more effective process. Asahi Kasei Plastics North America Scale Deck Cover Design Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Molly Hemgesberg Freeland, Michigan Sydney Herring Freeland, Michigan Brooke Jedlick Novi, Michigan Eleanor Deprez Bloomfield, Michigan Cheri Papsun Northville, Michigan Asahi Kasei Plastics North America Project Sponsor Roy Travis Fowlerville, Michigan Teaching Assistant Pratik Bhattacharjee Room 1235 | 1st Floor, Anthony Hall 10:40 a.m. | AESC 410/SCM 472 PAGE 18 AESC 410/SCM 472 | 11:05 a.m. Anthony Hall, 1st Floor | Room 1235 Applied Materials is a leading company in the semiconductor industry that specializes in materials engineering solutions that enable the production of advanced chips and electronic devices. The company develops cutting-edge technologies in semiconductor manufacturing, display production, and related industries. By providing innovative equipment, software, and services, Applied Materials helps drive advancements in computing. The company has tasked our team with researching global supply chain and manufacturing options within the semiconductor industry. Applied Materials currently has supply chains in regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia but is looking to expand into new territories. The objective is to identify regions best suited for a new Build- To-Print (BTP) semiconductor supply chain while also determining regions that should be avoided. Expanding into new regions will enable Applied Materials to increase market share, reduce risks such as trade disruptions and natural disasters, and strengthen its leadership in the semiconductor industry. To achieve this, our team has evaluated and recommended potential and non-potential regions for the supply chain ecosystem. We have developed a balanced scorecard with key metrics to objectively assess each region’s advantages and challenges. Using the scorecard, we have quantified and compared different locations, scored them accordingly, and justified our recommendations. Through this analysis, we will provide a strategic recommendation that supports Applied Materials’ long-term supply chain stability and growth. Applied Materials Exploration of Semiconductor Supply Chain Regions Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Trevor Tognetti Lake Zurich, Illinois Sydney Tomlinson East Lansing, Michigan Diego Rivera Grand Ledge, Michigan Amber Kovalcik Macomb, Michigan Morgan Cummings Plymouth, Michigan Stephanie Korkmaz Beirut, Lebanon Applied Materials Project Sponsor Aaron Fong Santa Clara, California Teaching Assistant Pratik Bhattacharjee PAGE 19 The Capstone Projects SCM 472 Experimental Learning with Industry Problems in Supply Chain Supply Chain Management seniors in the Broad College of Business have the opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team with Applied Engineering Students by enrolling in SCM 472 for their capstone experience. This collaborative opportunity has been in place since 2015. Applied Engineering Sciences AESC 410 Supply Chain Management SCM 472 Dr. Laura J. Genik Director, Applied Engineering Sciences Arun Chauhan MBA 2025 Dr. Sri Talluri Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Management The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management Pratik Bhattacharjee MBA 2026 Nthanda Manduwi MBA 2026 Grant Freeman MBA 2025 Time Team Sponsor Project Title 8:00 a.m. MSU College of Engineering Evaluating the Environmental Effects of a Food Hub 8:25 a.m. Gerdau Special Steel North America Plant Water System Optimization 8:50 a.m. Gerdau Special Steel North America Digitization & Business Process Automation of Regulatory Inspection 9:15 a.m. Gerdau Special Steel North America Plant Water Optimization and Sustainability 9:40 a.m. Break 9:50 a.m. Illinois Tool Works Global Logistics – Supply Chain Metrics and Dashboard 10:15 a.m. KLA Create Cost Legitimacy Model for All Major Direct Material Commodities 10:40 a.m. La-Z-Boy Inc Create a Custom LCA Tool 11:05 a.m. MSU Bikes Sustainable Recycling of End-of-Life Bicycle Tires at MSU Presentation Schedule – 1st floor Anthony Hall, Room 1255 PAGE 20 Flint Fresh is an organization in Flint, Michigan, dedicated to increasing access to fresh, organically grown produce for residents of Flint and Genesee County. Established in 2016, Flint Fresh works closely with local farmers and stakeholders to create equitable and sustainable food systems. By providing fresh fruits and vegetables directly to residents, the organization strives to combat food insecurity and promote healthier eating habits across the region. Currently, Flint Fresh distributes its products through two primary methods: the first is their Veggie Box Program, a subscription-based service that delivers boxes of fresh fruits and vegetables directly to residents’ doorsteps; the second is their presence at local farmers’ markets, where they offer fresh, locally sourced fruits and vegetables directly to residents in convenient community locations, providing residents with the flexibility to shop for fresh produce at accessible locations. While these distribution methods have significantly improved food access, they also present environmental considerations. The impact of Flint Fresh’s operations varies based on two key factors: how products are sourced (locally in-state vs. out-of-state), and the method of distribution (home delivery vs. to farmers’ markets). To assess these impacts, the team’s goal is to use a life cycle analysis to evaluate the environmental footprint of delivering a box of fruit and vegetables, while also assessing the four potential operational strategies to determine which one has the lowest environmental impact. This approach will ensure that Flint Fresh’s mission aligns with environmentally responsible practices, while maintaining an efficient and equitable food distribution system. Michigan State University College of Engineering Evaluating the Environmental Effects of a Food Hub Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Matthew Nguyen Dimondale, Michigan Tanvi Gadamsetti San Antonio, Texas Dalety Aveiro Jundiaí, Brazil Deisi Bartolon Detroit, Michigan Madhav Aggarwal New Delhi, India MSU College of Engineering Project Sponsor Mahdi Zareei East Lansing, Michigan Teaching Assistant Nthanda Manduwi AESC 410/SCM 472 | 8:00 a.m. Anthony Hall, 1st Floor | Room 1255 PAGE 21 Gerdau Special Steel is the largest producer of Special Bar Quality (SBQ) steel in North America, with operations across the country. Serving primarily the automotive industry, Gerdau specializes in manufacturing safety-critical, high-wear components using an energy-efficient and environmentally responsible approach. Water plays a crucial role in their operations, supporting fire suppression, equipment cooling, quenching, and advanced closed-loop systems designed to minimize waste. To strengthen their sustainability efforts, Gerdau has implemented sophisticated treatment and reuse systems, cascading water strategies, and integrated water management practices. However, as the company pursues more ambitious conservation goals, identifying inefficiencies and optimizing water use has become a top priority. The proposed project enhances water system efficiency at the Huntington plant through advanced monitoring, data collection, and optimization. A key initiative is the installation of RFID water meters to precisely track water usage and provide real-time data on circulation patterns, enabling the identification of inefficiencies and areas for improvement. By analyzing this data, the project will uncover opportunities to enhance water reuse, particularly in optimizing blowdown water recirculation. Additionally, evaluating water demand patterns will help reduce excess consumption and improve overall system performance. These data-driven insights will support the development of best management practices, lower operational costs, and advance Gerdau’s long-term sustainability objectives, reinforcing their commitment to environmental responsibility and resource efficiency. Gerdau Special Steel North America Plant Water System Optimization Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Evan Berry Livonia, Michigan Ella Kovach Clarkston, Michigan Audrey Wu Ann Arbor, Michigan Allison Hauck Mount Pleasant, Michigan Ben Busch Ada, Michigan Gerdau Special Steel North America Project Sponsor Christopher Hessler Monroe, Michigan Teaching Assistant Grant Freeman Room 1255 | 1st Floor, Anthony Hall 8:25 a.m. | AESC 410/SCM 472 PAGE 22 The objective of this project is to modernize Gerdau Special Steel’s regulatory inspection process by replacing its outdated pen-and-paper system with a centralized digital solution using PowerApps. This transition will enhance communication, streamline workflows, and improve the accuracy and efficiency of inspections. By digitizing inspection forms, automating supervisor notifications, and integrating real-time data access, the new system will significantly reduce inspection errors, minimize delays, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This project also supports Gerdau Special Steel’s mission to deliver dependable Special Bar Quality (SBQ) steel in North America while fostering a risk-free work environment and sustainable practices. Measurable Objectives: • Reduce “pencil-whipping” incidents by at least 50%. • Decrease inspection errors by 30%. • Cut paper and printing resource usage by 75%. • Improve inspection process efficiency by at least 5% through automated workflows and enhanced oversight mechanisms. Project Value to Gerdau Special Steel, North America: • Boosts efficiency and cuts costs by enabling faster compliance tracking, instant data access, and reducing paper/printing expenses while minimizing permit violations and penalties. • Improves data accuracy and reproducibility through enhanced data integrity and scalable digital workflows for all inspection types. • Reduces legal risks and supports sustainability, aligning with Gerdau’s commitment to delivering high-quality SBQ steel. • Ensures compliance with safety regulations. Gerdau Special Steel North America Digitization & Business Process Automation of Regulatory Inspection Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Rylan McPhee South Lyon, Michigan Aris Guliana White Lake, Michigan Sayeda Tasnim Dhaka, Bangladesh Kwaku Baffour-Awuah Kumasi, Ghana Matias Rojas-Mendoza Monterrey, Mexico Gerdau Special Steel North America Project Sponsor Christopher Hessler Monroe, Michigan Teaching Assistant Nthanda Manduwi AESC 410/SCM 472 | 8:50 a.m. Anthony Hall, 1st Floor | Room 1255 PAGE 23 Gerdau Special Steel’s Monroe Mill Project aims to optimize the plant’s water filtration system to enhance efficiency and reduce waste, supporting corporate sustainability goals. Water is essential in the steel industry for cooling, safety, and processing. This project focuses on conservation and efficiency as part of a broader initiative by Gerdau Special Steel NA. A dedicated team is assessing inefficiencies to develop recommendations for transitioning from single-use to multi-use water systems, minimizing city water intake, and reducing wastewater discharge in the Electric Arc Furnace process. The initiative aligns with Gerdau’s net-zero emissions goal by 2030 and ISO 14001 standards, with plans to cut at least 130,000 gallons of water daily. Project Objectives • Identify inefficiencies in the filtration system. • Develop strategies for water conservation and reuse. • Implement real-time monitoring for diagnostics. • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions from water treatment. Following an on-site visit to the Monroe, Michigan facility, the team will leverage firsthand insights to provide targeted recommendations. Implementation Approach The team is conducting a detailed analysis of Monroe Mill’s water system, ensuring sustainability improvements without disrupting operations. This includes: • Evaluating water use in key areas like cooling and rolling mills. • Optimizing the filtration process. • Exploring real-time monitoring tools. As water conservation becomes a growing industry priority, this project aims to develop a scalable model for other Gerdau plants, strengthening the company’s environmental commitment. Gerdau Special Steel North America Plant Water Optimization and Sustainability Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Samir Bhatia Troy, Michigan Andre Feng Northville, Michigan Nathan Dornala San Ramon, California Shaun Pereira Northville, Michigan Ateendra Ghosh Ann Arbor, Michigan Denver Zhang Canton, Michigan Gerdau Special Steel North America Project Sponsor Christopher Hessler Monroe, Michigan Teaching Assistant Grant Freeman Room 1255 | 1st Floor, Anthony Hall 9:15 a.m. | AESC 410/SCM 472 PAGE 24 Illinois Tool Works (ITW), a Fortune 200 multi-industry manufacturing leader with annual revenue of $16 billion, operates across seven business units: Automotive OEM, Construction Products, Food Equipment, Polymers & Fluids, Specialty Products, Test & Measurement and Electronics, and Welding. Founded in 1912 by a small group of tool inventors, ITW has grown to over 45,000 employees. ITW’s global logistics branch manages an annual spend exceeding $500 million across all business units, with a significant portion allocated to ocean freight and air cargo. However, the company’s current reliance on manual, Excel-based analysis limits its ability to make timely, cost-optimized shipping decisions. To address this challenge, ITW has requested the development of a Global Logistics Supply Chain Dashboard to provide a data-driven visualization of key logistics metrics. The project aims to improve cost efficiency and operational decision-making by: • Defining key performance metrics for air and ocean freight, including cost, shipment volume, origin/ destination, and regional spend distribution. • Building a dynamic Power BI dashboard that aggregates and presents logistics data in an intuitive, actionable format. • Exploring AI-driven automation to integrate and analyze data, reducing manual efforts. This solution will equip ITW’s logistics team with real-time insights, enhancing decision-making and improving overall efficiency. By automating data visualization and eliminating manual Excel reports, the dashboard will streamline ITW’s logistics strategy and drive significant cost savings. Illinois Tool Works Global Logistics – Supply Chain Metrics and Dashboard Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Nicholas Terenzi Rochester Hills, Michigan Nathan Vogel Shelby Township, Michigan Samuel Fandino Bogotá, Colombia Katy Majick Grand Rapids, Michigan Isabel Acosta Novi, Michigan Alena Hano Shelby Township, Michigan Illinois Tool Works Project Sponsors Ryan Gilfillan Glenview, Illinois Brandon Keith Dusseldorf, Germany Farzad Khaledan Glenview, Illinois Roger Salzman Glenview, Illinois Peter Sommer Dusseldorf, Germany Teaching Assistant Pratik Bhattacharjee AESC 410/SCM 472 | 9:50 a.m. Anthony Hall, 1st Floor | Room 1255 PAGE 25 KLA Corporation is headquartered in Milpitas, California and conducts business all over the world. Since the formation of KLA in 1997, they are known as leaders in supplying technology equipment in the semiconductor industry, the nanoelectronics industry, and the integrated circuits industry. KLA’s mission is to advance humanity by creating ideas and devices that guide and transform the future of technology. KLA knows that the semiconductor, nanoelectronics and integrated circuits industries have grown and changed since the formation of the company and will continue to grow into the future. For KLA to continue to be leaders in these industries, they know they must differentiate themselves in all aspects of their business, including purchasing and supplier negotiations. Supplier cost increases are prevalent in the industries KLA operates in, and KLA often has no way of challenging the legitimacy of these price increases. Due to the large amount of cost increases KLA has recently seen in their negotiations with suppliers for many of their major commodity areas, KLA’s procurement team has asked us to help them challenge the legitimacy of cost increases that their suppliers propose. To do this, we will create an easy-to-use cost legitimacy model using publicly sourced information on past and current prices on three of KLA’s major raw material commodities as well as union labor and non-union labor. The objective of this project is to make a model that is easy to use for all buyers at KLA so that when they encounter a price increase from a supplier, they can use our model to challenge the price change. This model will positively impact KLA’s margins through cost mitigation using fact- based negotiation techniques. KLA Create Cost Legitimacy Model for All Major Direct Material Commodities Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Jack Mayne Troy, Michigan Collin Albain Canton, Michigan Will Donahue Westford, Massachusetts Kelin Chen Shenzhen, Guangdong, China Minghong Ma Nantong, Jiangsu, China KLA Project Sponsors John Kalvelage Ann Arbor, Michigan Athina Res Ann Arbor, Michigan Benjamin Vanacker Ann Arbor, Michigan Teaching Assistant Nthanda Manduwi Room 1255 | 1st Floor, Anthony Hall 10:15 a.m. | AESC 410/SCM 472 PAGE 26 La-Z-Boy, Inc., founded in 1927 by Edward N. Knabusch and Edwin J. Shoemaker in Monroe, Michigan, is one of the world’s leaders in furniture manufacturing. Famously known as the inventor of the reclining chair in 1928, La-Z-Boy has notably become a staple throughout the furniture industry with the manufacturing of state-of-the-art sofas, recliners, futons, and more. Succeeding in becoming a global powerhouse throughout the industry, La-Z-Boy has since set its sights on a new mission to achieve net zero emissions. While always striving to maintain environmental stability throughout all supply chain practices, La-Z-Boy is looking for a tool that can measure and assure global GHG emissions. To accomplish this mission, La-Z-Boy has instilled confidence in a group of Michigan State University Supply Chain Management and Applied Engineering Science students to create a custom Life Cycle Assessment tool that can be used throughout the company. As a team, we plan on breaking down this project piece- by-piece to maximize potential and ensure overall team success. We will start by breaking down a single product, overseeing what materials get inputted, and what emissions come out. Once we have this process mastered, our goal is to then incorporate our tool over the rest of La-Z-Boy’s inventory. The comprehensive goal of this project is to create a fully sustainable LCA tool that spans over the entirety of the company’s Tier 1 supply chain process. This includes both procurement from suppliers and transportation services so we can reduce emissions and achieve stable improvements to our environmental footprint. La-Z-Boy, Inc. Create a Custom LCA Tool Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Sanjana Mallavaram Novi, Michigan Grace McDermott Rochester, Michigan Griffin Catallo Rochester, Michigan Ellen Schenden Rochester, Michigan Nick Germuend St. Charles, Illinois Mark Panella Troy, Michigan La-Z-Boy, Inc. Project Sponsors Sonali Singh Jersey City, New Jersey Amy Vernon Napoleon, Ohio Teaching Assistant Nthanda Manduwi AESC 410/SCM 472 | 10:40 a.m. Anthony Hall, 1st Floor | Room 1255 PAGE 27 Michigan State University is known for its efforts in sustainability and environmental impact. With a rise in abandoned bikes around campus, a new problem has emerged. MSU Bikes has been accumulating old and unusable bike tires which MSU Recycling once claimed at a reasonable price. However, MSU Recycling recently informed the MSU Bikes that it would have to drastically increase the fee to recycle the tires due to previously unmentioned wear on machines and labor hassles. The main issue is the inner metal wire bead that is found in many of the tires which MSU Recycling must remove before recycling. The new fees of $1.00 per tire are unfeasible for MSU Bikes due to the sheer volume of tires. Our project aims to address and overcome the challenges associated with recycling bicycle tires that are no longer usable or repairable. Specifically, we will design a device using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) to efficiently extract the metal bead wire from these tires. This initiative seeks to alleviate the burden on MSU Recycling. By developing this device, we intend to reduce recycling costs and enhance the efficiency of tire processing. Additionally, we will assess the expenses involved in creating the device and estimate the potential revenue from selling the extracted metal, thereby contributing to the sustainability efforts of MSU Recycling. We are also seeking funding from the school to help reduce the overall costs of both MSU Bikes and MSU Recycling. This funding may be used to provide materials for the building of this device and hire a laborer for MSU Bikes to run the device. Ultimately, our innovative CAD solution will streamline tire recycling, reduce costs, and reinforce MSU’s commitment to sustainability. MSU Bikes Sustainable Recycling of End-of-Life Bicycle Tires at MSU Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Adam Dunning Farmington Hills, Michigan Griffin Kish Flint, Michigan Michael Mackenzie Bloomfield Hills, Michigan Ashton McCulloch Kingston, ON, Canada Zane Horrocks Cowley, Wyoming MSU Bikes Project Sponsors William McConnell East Lansing, Michigan Tim Potter East Lansing, Michigan Teaching Assistant Grant Freeman Room 1255 | 1st Floor, Anthony Hall 11:05 a.m. | AESC 410/SCM 472 PAGE 28 The Capstone Projects AESC Engineering Program Since its inception, the Applied Engineering Sciences program has been successful in attracting students with diverse interests and varied backgrounds. Employers have especially responded positively to the graduates who bring a unique blend of courses and experiences to the workplace. These students are heavily recruited by a wide range of organizations with starting salaries comparable to those of other engineering programs. AESC 410 Applied Engineering Sciences SCM 472 Supply Chain Management Dr. Laura J. Genik Director, Applied Engineering Sciences Arun Chauhan MBA 2025 Dr. Sri Talluri Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Management The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management Pratik Bhattacharjee MBA 2026 Nthanda Manduwi MBA 2026 Grant Freeman MBA 2025 Time Team Sponsor Project Title 8:25 a.m. MSU College of Nursing MSU College of Nursing Scheduling Assistant 8:50 a.m. Hanson International Exploring Untapped Opportunities for Advanced Tooling and Machining 9:15 a.m. MSU IPF: Building Performance Services Developing Building Energy Models on MSU Campus 9:40 a.m. Break 9:50 a.m. Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. Innovating Product Design and Documentation 10:15 a.m. Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. Preventative Maintenance Map & Schedule Optimization 10:40 a.m. Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. Developing an Optimized Supply Chain and Inventory Management System 11:05 a.m. Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. Optimizing Warehouse Layout and Storage Efficiency Presentation Schedule – 1st floor Anthony Hall, Room 1257 PAGE 29 The MSU College of Nursing Scheduling Assistant wants to streamline the process of scheduling equipment and rooms for class, lab, and personal sessions. The College of Nursing has 14 separate rooms that can be booked by both students and faculty, and over 600 pieces of large equipment that can be moved in and throughout certain rooms. Our team’s task is to compile this information into a database, and make sure that all members of the college can intuitively get the room access and equipment they need. Faculty can schedule lab sessions so students can either fulfill requirements for a class or get the extra practice they need. Administrators will be able to look at real-time data about class and equipment usage, so they can properly report these numbers at the end of each year. Built using Python Flask for backend, MySQL for database management, and JavaScript for frontend interaction, the scheduling assistant will deliver on project objectives. Replacing the current manual processing system, some critical goals include a user-friendly interface, improved efficiency, and scalable design. Key features include real-time availability display, automated recommendations, and administrative oversight of the system. This will reduce scheduling conflicts, create greater user satisfaction, and increase faculty efficiency by knowing where equipment is and where it needs to go. Students and faculty will be able to view their reservations within the application, keeping all of the information users will need inside of their account. Select administrators will have access to view and manage all reservations, monitor and report on usage trends, and have access to update lab room and equipment inventories with the application’s scalability. The end result will be complete system integration. MSU College of Nursing MSU College of Nursing Scheduling Assistant Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Josh Sullivan Canton, Michigan Cassandra Telly Romeo, Michigan Cate Kovacic Romeo, Michigan Collin Reardon Port Washington, New York Lilly Kuberski Traverse City, Michigan MSU College of Nursing Project Sponsors Smrithi Ajit East Lansing, Michigan Lucas VanEtten East Lansing, Michigan Teaching Assistant Arun Chauhan Room 1257 | 1st Floor, Anthony Hall 8:25 a.m. | AESC 410/SCM 472 PAGE 30 Founded in 1966, Hanson International has decades of experience working with the biggest American automotive companies to create world- class precision molds. Hanson specializes in designing, building, sampling, and inspecting aluminum die casting molds. Located in St. Joseph, Michigan, Hanson International operates a 42,000 sq ft. manufacturing and tooling facility as well as a specialized 10,000 sq ft. die casting facility designed specifically for testing and inspecting mold quality. A major strategic goal for Hanson International is to leverage their decades of expertise in creating high- pressure die-cast tooling for the automotive industry to increase sales by diversifying into other industries. Hanson International boasts state-of-the-art precision machining equipment and is also seeking to find new ways to utilize their capabilities and competence. The main objectives of this project were to collaborate with the Hanson sales team to identify potential customers they can reach out to in order to generate increased sales, as well as to conceptualize new and creative uses of Hanson’s existing machining capabilities to diversify their product mix, take advantage of any unutilized capacity, and generate revenue growth. To do so, the team analyzed Hanson’s existing capabilities and manufacturing capacity, conducted competitive analysis on Hanson’s main competitors, and researched potential new partners and products that aligned with Hanson’s capabilities who showed strong growth potential. Hanson International Exploring Untapped Opportunities for Advanced Tooling and Machining Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Owen Cleary Bloomfield Hills, Michigan Ben Corrion Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan Mila Straskraba Makakilo, Hawaii Katherine Musil Scottsdale, Arizona Aidan Tafelski Plymouth, Michigan Hanson International Project Sponsor Chayse Magrane St. Joseph, Michigan Teaching Assistant Pratik Bhattacharjee AESC 410/SCM 472 | 8:50 a.m. Anthony Hall, 1st Floor | Room 1257 PAGE 31 The MSU Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (IPF) Building Performance Services Department is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, operations, and overall performance of all buildings on MSU campus. This includes a multitude of variables to monitor closely to ensure a building is running at the best performance possible. This is no easy task as MSU is one of the largest campuses in the United States, with over 560 buildings. With such a large number of buildings, energy use is a key point for IPF to monitor and maintain to ensure all energy is being used as efficiently as possible. To do this, having up-to-date energy models of all buildings is imperative. For this project, providing that was exactly the goal. Physics- based energy modeling tools that require input of actual building asset information and other building attributes were utilized to help determine limits for utility consumption of specific facilities. This also enabled improved foundational basis for previous models to be compared. Ideally, the project called for five energy models to be created for five distinct building types: general classroom/office, residence hall, laboratory/research, athletics, and auxiliary. Based on the amount of time provided for this project, as many models as possible were completed. These models will have multiple applications for IPF to utilize, including providing a standardized visual display for tracking current utility consumption/spend, comparison of energy performance over time, enable the forecasting of energy project performance based on different investment scenarios, and current state predictive load forecasting as well. Hopefully, these models will be useful for MSU IPF to utilize for years to come. MSU IPF: Building Performance Services Developing Building Energy Models on MSU Campus Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Lucas Quinn Novi, Michigan Jack Torrance Dearborn, Michigan Peter Szachta Rochester Hills, Michigan Tan He Wuhan, China Xinyuan Yan Beijing, China MSU IPF: Building Performance Services Project Sponsors Abdul Haleem East Lansing, Michigan Jason Vallance East Lansing, Michigan Teaching Assistant Arun Chauhan Room 1257 | 1st Floor, Anthony Hall 9:15 a.m. | AESC 410/SCM 472 PAGE 32 Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of high-performance mixing technology, serving a wide range of industries. Since its inception in 1974, the company has pioneered cutting-edge centrifugal mixing technology, ensuring precise and consistent material distribution with every use. With a strong reputation for innovation and customer satisfaction, Hauschild aims to strengthen its market position by enhancing product usability and simplifying the purchasing process. This project focuses on improving current product documentation and optimizing accessory designs to improve customer satisfaction and achieve greater operational excellence. As Hauschild expands its product offerings, addressing gaps in the accessory line and optimizing customer engagement becomes increasingly critical. To support this initiative, our team has been tasked with developing user-friendly specification sheets for accessories, refining accessory designs, optimizing designs based on customer use cases, and updating user manuals to enhance product usability and functionality. Our team, composed of Supply Chain Management and Applied Engineering Sciences students, developed solutions across these key focus areas to bridge the gap between the technical functionality of the machines and customer needs. The primary objective was to ensure all documentation is clear, concise, and easy to understand. By implementing these comprehensive solutions, our team will support Hauschild in enhancing customer engagement and market penetration by streamlining the purchasing process, increasing customer satisfaction, and expanding market reach. Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. Innovating Product Design and Documentation Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Evan Reigler DeWitt. Michigan Ashley Stanley Allen Park, Michigan Ava Oprisiu Canton, Michigan Rami Aldrich Merrimack, New Hampshire Joey Flynn Brighton, Michigan Matt Michael Brighton, Michigan Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. Project Sponsor Ian LaRose Farmington Hills, Michigan Teaching Assistant Nthanda Manduwi AESC 410/SCM 472 | 9:50 a.m. Anthony Hall, 1st Floor | Room 1257 PAGE 33 Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. is a global company that is the industry leader when it comes to bladeless centrifugal mixing technology. Based in Germany, they have offices worldwide that service cliental in many sectors, from the cosmetic industry to the paint industry. This project aims to enhance Hauschild SpeedMixer’s preventative maintenance services by designing a strategic and data-driven approach to optimize scheduling, reduce travel expenses, and improve resource allocation. Currently, maintenance services require significant travel and logistical coordination, which can be inefficient and costly. By analyzing machine location data and developing an optimized scheduling system, this project will streamline maintenance operations and ensure a more proactive service approach. Beyond optimizing scheduling, the project will also focus on customer engagement strategies to target clients who have yet to utilize Hauschild SpeedMixer’s maintenance program. By identifying and reaching these customers, the team aims to increase participation in preventative maintenance services, ultimately improving equipment longevity and reducing unexpected downtime for clients. The team will apply principles of logistics, data analysis, and strategic planning to develop a comprehensive solution that enhances service efficiency and customer satisfaction. The outcome of this project will provide Hauschild SpeedMixer with actionable recommendations and a scalable framework to improve operational effectiveness while reducing overall service costs. This initiative not only offers students hands-on experience in supply chain optimization and customer engagement strategies but also contributes to the long-term success of Hauschild SpeedMixer’s national maintenance operations. Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. Preventative Maintenance Map & Schedule Optimization Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Donavan Hills Sterling Heights, Michigan Tim Kruse Grand Rapids, Michigan Evan Keller Hazel Park, Michigan Josh Tommy Washington, Michigan Ethan Nussbaum South Lyon, Michigan Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. Project Sponsor Kyle VanSpronsen Grand Rapids, Michigan Teaching Assistant Arun Chauhan Room 1257 | 1st Floor, Anthony Hall 10:15 a.m. | AESC 410/SCM 472 PAGE 34 Founded in Germany in 1974, Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. is a global leader specializing in mixing technologies, offering an array of products, including bladeless laboratory and industrial mixers. The company decided to expand in 2020 by opening locations across the United States. The mixers use closed containers of different sizes and designs to mix products more efficiently. The company offers high precision devices that enable the mixing of many different substances including fluids, powders, and pastes. The mixers serve a valuable purpose in a variety of industries such as electronics, cosmetics, aerospace, and manufacturing. With a diverse portfolio and a global customer base, an efficient supply chain is crucial to the success of Hauschild SpeedMixer’s operations. Our project focuses on the design of a comprehensive supply chain system that optimizes inventory levels and implements effective replenishment strategies. By analyzing historical sales data, our team will determine appropriate stock quantities needed to ensure the company has consistent inventory availability while minimizing costs. In addition to inventory management and planning, our project addresses logistics optimization by evaluating container versus pallet shipping and the trade-offs between sea and air freight. All of these strategic decisions play an important role in balancing cost efficiency and delivery speed, ensuring Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. can meet the demands of customers across the globe. Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. Developing an Optimized Supply Chain and Inventory Management System Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Evan Frank Kalamazoo, Michigan Sophie Wang Harbin, China Maggie Stoving Oak Creek, Wisconsin Kelsey McLean Washington, Michigan Jade Nguyen Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Adam Treder Milford, Michigan Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. Project Sponsor Davide Davi Farmington Hills, Michigan Teaching Assistant Arun Chauhan AESC 410/SCM 472 | 10:40 a.m. Anthony Hall, 1st Floor | Room 1257 PAGE 35 Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. is a German Company that produces centrifugal mixers for fast, precise, and bubble- free mixing of liquids, pastes, and powders. These mixers are used in countless industries ranging from cosmetics, electronics, aviation and more. In the Farmington Hills location they distribute these machines, mixing cups, and attachments across the United States. The Optimizing Warehouse Layout and Storage Efficiency project, sponsored by Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc., focuses on enhancing warehouse organization, safety, and efficiency through a structured labeling and storage system. The project seeks to improve inventory management by designing an optimized layout for machines, pallets, cups, and lids, ensuring maximum space utilization while streamlining workflows. A key focus is implementing a more effective sorting system, potentially incorporating QR codes or barcode scanning to enable quick and accurate inventory tracking, reducing retrieval times and minimizing inefficiencies. By enhancing organization and accessibility, the project aims to boost order fulfillment speed, decrease operational costs, and improve overall warehouse productivity. Additionally, the team will develop standardized operating procedures (SOPs) and conduct employee training to facilitate a smooth transition and ensure long-term adherence to the new system. Establishing clear protocols will not only improve efficiency but also contribute to workplace safety by reducing clutter and creating well-defined pathways. The project’s impact will be assessed through measurable key performance indicators (KPIs), such as space utilization, retrieval efficiency, and inventory accuracy, allowing the team to quantify improvements and identify areas for further optimization. Beyond immediate operational enhancements, the project is designed with scalability in mind, ensuring that the warehouse system can support future growth without causing major disruptions to the supply chain. By reducing inefficiencies and standardizing processes, the team aims to create a sustainable model that can be adopted across similar warehouse environments. Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. Optimizing Warehouse Layout and Storage Efficiency Michigan State University Team Members (left to right) Bennett Meyers Edwardsburg, Michigan Rohan Patel Great Falls, Virginia Kyle Zavinsky Commerce Twp, Michigan William Pizzuti Petoskey, Michigan Tyler Aldrich Allegan, Michigan Hauschild SpeedMixer, Inc. Project Sponsor Davide Davi Farmington Hills, Michigan Teaching Assistant Grant Freeman Room 1257 | 1st Floor, Anthony Hall 11:05 a.m. | AESC 410/SCM 472 PAGE 36 Applied Engineering Sciences AESC 410 Awards 2024 As punter for Michigan State University’s football team, Mike Sadler was well known for giving his team a competitive edge by flipping the field with perfect punts that pinned the opponents back near their own end zone. In addition to being well known as an outstanding punter, Mike was also well known for being an outstanding scholar, exemplifying what it means to be a true student-athlete. Mike was the first football player in Spartan history to earn Academic All-America honors four times. He was a two-time first- team Academic All-American, a National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete, and a William V. Campbell trophy finalist. Mike completed an undergraduate degree in Applied Engineering Sciences in just three years and then went on to earn a master’s degree in Public Policy. After graduating from MSU in 2015, he was excited to begin Stanford Law School. The Mike Sadler Competitive Edge Award is presented annually to the Applied Engineering Sciences capstone team that strives to achieve the highest possible outcome in order to attain the next level of success. The winning project is considered to have “flipped the field” with an innovative and creative solution that results in a competitive edge that not only solves the problem but distances itself from the competition. “I am very proud to call myself an Applied Engineering Sciences alumnus. The program has fostered within me maturity, discipline, leadership, and a worldy sense of systems thinking.” - Mike Sadler The AESC 2024 Mike Sadler Competitive Edge Award Team Munters “Product Packing Design Optimization” Left to right: Kaylin Nguyen, Kyle Lee, Jade Candela, Isaac Richardson, Michael Harper, Hana Duncan, (Karen Sadler) The AESC 2024 Most Impactful Award Team Perrigo “Machine Vision Test Unit” Left to right: Cameron Cowland, Chance Wilczynski The AESC 2024 Most Sustainable Award Team Kautex Textron “Identifying a Circular Economy for Plastic Composites” Left to right: Shreya Peddi (SCM), Jack Deak, Kaitlin Ifkovits, Yashi Kumar (SCM), Charles Eppink, Natalia Pittendrigh (SCM) PAGE 37 About the Program Graduates of the MSU Biosystems Engineering (BE) Undergraduate Program are expected to succeed in diverse careers where they integrate and apply principles of engineering and biology to a wide variety of globally important problems. MSU Biosystems Engineering graduates are expected to attain that success by: • identifying and solving problems at the interface of biology and engineering, using modern engineering techniques and the systems approach, • analyzing, designing, and controlling components, systems, and processes that involve critical biological components, • demonstrating a professional foundation that includes vision, adaptability, creativity, a practical mindset, effective communication skills, continuing professional growth, and ethical conduct, and • working inclusively and equitably in diverse, cross-disciplinary environments towards sustainable solutions. BE 485 / BE 487 Courses Biosystems Engineering student teams, enrolled in the two-semester biosystems design capstone experience, BE 485/487, develop, evaluate, and select design alternatives to solve real-world problems. Projects are diverse, but each reflects systems thinking by integrating interconnected issues affecting the problem, including critical biological constraints. The engineering design process is documented in a detailed technical report. Teams present project designs to engineering faculty and a review panel of professional engineers for evaluation. Each BE 485/487 capstone design team prepares and presents a design solution in report, poster, and oral formats to industry, faculty, peers, and the public that: • Requires engineering design • Uses a holistic approach • Combines biology and engineering • Interprets data • Solves a real problem • Evaluates economic feasibility Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering BE 485/487 Dr. Sanghyup Jeong, PE Assist. Professor of Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering Dr. Luke Reese Assoc. Professor of Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering PAGE 38 2024/25 Projects Full descriptions and project posters are at: https://canr.msu.edu/bae/senior-design-2025 Public presentations (April 25, 2025, 1 p.m.) 116 Farrall Hall or https://msu.zoom.us/j/97714737403 Treatment of harmful algal blooms in Soldan Dog Park pond Ingham County Parks Cyanobacteria Treatment - Ben Bridge, McKenzi Brundage, Samuel Dougherty, & Mariam Shahab Faculty Advisor - Dr. Dawn Dechand Prevention of harmful algal blooms in Soldan Dog Park pond Ingham County Parks SDP Prevention - Janie Cooper, Ella Harrell, Dov Myers, & Amari Selby Faculty Advisor - Dr. Dawn Dechand Carbon intensity calculator for Michigan dairy farm renewable natural gas site selection Consumers Energy (project under Non-Disclosure Agreement) The Digesters - Jakob Harper, Ellen Mayes, Tushar Mukkatira, & Collin Neal Faculty Advisor - Dr. Daniel Uyeh Nature’s Pulse: Mass producing an innovative pulse-based snack IFT Product Development Competition Team IFT - Grace Dickerson, Sebastian Hawkes, Ella Hubbard, & Tessa Versace Faculty Advisor - Dr. Kirk Dolan Hog feet color improvement Clemens Food Group (project under Non-Disclosure Agreement) Team Clemens - Ben Getzen, Aidan Kile, Christina Lin, & Peyton Ma-Wong Faculty Advisor - Dr. Bahar Aliakbarian Developing phosphorus removal column system using Eden Lakes’ TimberChar™ Eden Lakes (project under Non-Disclosure Agreement) Team Eden Lakes - Praneeth Dattagupta, Renae Kenney, Shayla Le, & Catherine Maurer Faculty Advisor - Dr. Younsuk Dong Feasibility study of greywater reuse for dairy plant CIPs Glanbia (project under Non-Disclosure Agreement) Team Glanbia - Hunter Carene, Cavanaugh Doud, Brett Dumaw, & Begawan Samad Faculty Advisor - Dr. Wei Liao, PE Preventing foreign material contamination in corned beef through detection E. 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Grobbel (project under Confidential Disclosure Agreement) Team Grobbel - Quinn Armstrong, CJ Buchta, Avery Partlow, & Kelley Titus Faculty Advisor - Dr. Ilce Medina Meza Optimizing a rapid block cooler for cheddar cheese production Tillamook (project under Non-Disclosure Agreement) Team Tillamook - Kathryn Benson, Wes Broda, Jacqueline Hawkins, & Justin Pecora Faculty Advisor - Dr. Ian Hildebrandt Phosphorus reduction through electrodialysis in pharmaceutical reverse osmosis reject Perrigo (project under Non-Disclosure Agreement) Team Perrigo - Briya Berry, Lizzy Cross, Swathi Kambhatla, & Nikolay Siratskiy Faculty Advisors - Dr. Jade Mitchell & Dr. Emily Julien Improving existing oat transport system into food service mixer Jiffy (project under Non-Disclosure Agreement) Team Jiffy - Jordan Dashner, Tyler Hillman, Kylie Jamrog, & Rosie VanLuven Faculty Advisor - Dr. Yan “Susie” Liu Implementing a gMNP tuberculosis biosensor in Peru Dr. Kenny Briceno, Peru Team EWH Tuberculosis - Matteo De Mattia, Mary Jane Hellem, Sophia Spencer, & Mimi Tarter Faculty Advisor - Dr. Vangie Alocilja Affordable water sanitation for poor rural Peruvian Amazon communities Dr. Kenny Briceno, Peru Team Vida del Río - Anna Dziedzic, Alex Griffin, & Isabella Pucci Faculty Advisor - Dr. Vangie Alocilja BE 485/487 | 8:00 a.m. – Noon Engineering Building, 1st Floor | 1300 Hallway PAGE 39 Industry Advisory Board The purpose of the Industry Advisory Board is to facilitate the exchange of ideas between Board members, faculty, and students of the BE program. Its function is to improve continuously the BE program quality by keeping it current and relevant to industry needs. Regular and adjunct board members also serve as external project evaluators. Board Janelle Barnes ~ Target Ellen Bornhorst, PhD ~ PepsiCo Holly Bowers ~ Consumers Energy Jessica Bruin ~ Kellanova Lisa Buchholz ~ Corteva Agriscience Matt Burtt ~ AbbVie Shelley Crawford ~ Jiffy Michelle Crook, PE ~ MDNR Laura Doud, PE ~ MDOT Cassaundra Edwards ~ Tillamook Creamery Gene Ford ~ Standard Process Jeremy Hoeh, PE ~ EGLE Eric Iversen, PE ~ PEA Group Andrew Johnson ~ John Bean Technologies ( JBT) Food Tech Kevin Kowalk, PE (Chair) ~ EA Engineering, Science, and Technology (MI) PLC Mitch Miller ~ Yoplait Amber Mostiller ~ E. W. Grobbel Rob Yoder ~ BDI, Inc. Dave Young ~ Perrigo Board (Ex-officio) Todd Forbush ~ Techmark, Inc. (ASABE MI Section) 1300 Hallway | 1st Floor, Engineering Building 8:00 a.m. – Noon | BE 485/487 BE Showcase Evaluations & Public Presentations BAE 2023_24 Industry Advisory Board Meeting & Evaluators BE Showcase 2024, see www.canr.msu.edu/bae/senior-design-2024 If you are interested in sponsoring a BE 485/487 capstone project for the 2025_26 Senior Design teams, please contact Dr. Sanghyup Jeong at jeongsa1@msu.edu or Dr. Luke Reese at reesel@msu.edu. PAGE 40 Course Description The Chemical Engineering Program’s capstone design sequence includes Process Design and Optimization I and II (433 and 434, respectively). In these courses, students integrate content from earlier courses to solve complex, open-ended design problems. As the students progress through CHE 433, completion of their assignments requires increasingly more effort, initiative, knowledge and individual responsibility. In CHE 434, students typically design an entire commercial-scale chemical plant and perform detailed economic analyses to assess and optimize the plant’s profitability. For over 50 years, MSU’s CHE 434 students have worked intensively for one to two months solving the annual American Institute of Chemical Engineering (AIChE) Student Design Competition problems, which vary from year to year. CHE 434 uses these realistic, industry-based problems to enhance chemical engineering students’ capstone design experience in three ways: 1) the AIChE problems provide real-world, open-ended design experiences typical of what students are likely to face after graduation; 2) the AIChE problems require students to do self- directed, active learning, including project-specific independent research, to solve the problem; and 3) the AIChE problems serve as a national benchmark for MSU’s chemical engineering students to demonstrate excellence in their professional skills. As the Chemical Engineering program’s contribution to the College of Engineering’s Design Day, several CHE 434 students typically present posters describing their solutions to the current year’s AIChE Student Design Competition problem. Names and pictures of this year’s presenters are provided at the end of this article. 2025 Design Competition Problem: “Blue Hydrogen” The “Blue Hydrogen” chemical process designed in this year’s AIChE Student Design Competition problem involves converting natural gas into hydrogen (H2) and carbon dioxide (CO2), which is a greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming. The H2 can either serve as a fuel that produces no greenhouse gas or a reactant to produce value-added chemicals or fuels. The term “Blue Hydrogen” refers to H2 that is produced from a fossil fuel (e.g., natural gas) by a process ChE 434 Chemical Engineering and Materials Science Dr. R. Mark Worden Class Instructor and Professor of Chemical Engineering Austin Rodriguez Ph.D. Student and Teaching Assistant of Chemical Engineering ChE Process Design and Optimization PAGE 41 2400 Hallway | 2nd Floor, Engineering Building 9:00 a.m. – Noon | ChE 434 that captures the CO2, rather than releasing it into the atmosphere. Thus, a Blue-Hydrogen production process combines the advantages of using an inexpensive and abundant fossil fuel (natural gas), with the low greenhouse-gas emission profile of a “green” chemical process. A simplified flow diagram for the Blue Hydrogen process is shown in Fig. 1. Natural gas is delivered into Reactor 1, where a portion of it is burned in a combustion chamber to heat the remainder of the natural gas enough for it to be catalytically converted into synthesis gas, which is a mixture of carbon monoxide (CO), H2, CO2, and water (H2O). In the second reactor, the CO and H2O are catalytically converted into H2 and CO2. The CO2 generated in these reactions is recovered by dissolving it into a water-based solution in an absorber column. That solution is then heated with steam in a second column to strip the CO2 out of the solution. The resulting, nearly pure, CO2 gas is captured, compressed, and either used for some commercial purpose (e.g., hydroponic plant growth) or injected as a supercritical fluid deep into the earth for long-term storage. After CHE 434 students have optimized their processes, they prepare professional-quality written reports up to 50 pages long. These reports include details of the manufacturing plant’s equipment, operating conditions, personnel needs, capital investment, fixed costs, capital costs, and a detailed economic analysis. The reports are graded based on both their technical quality and their communication effectiveness. Because decisions on major capital investments (e.g., whether to build a new chemical plant) are made by stakeholders having diverse academic backgrounds, the reports are expected to be understood by a wide range of audiences. Fig. 1: Process flowsheet for AIChe Student Design Competition Problem PAGE 42 ChE 434 | 9:00 a.m. – Noon Engineering Building, 2nd Floor | 2400 Hallway National Award in 2024 AIChE Design Competition Since 1968, MSU has had the best record nationally for winning awards in the AIChE Student Design Competition, and the AlChE national win streak continued in 2024. MSU chemical engineering senior Lauren Petrie received first place in the individual category for designing “Power-to-Gas” process that uses a renewable source of electricity to power conversion of waste CO2 into a gaseous fuel. In 2024, MSU also won an Outstanding AIChE Student Chapter Award, which is given to student chapters based on exceptional participation, enthusiasm, program quality, professionalism, and involvement in the university and community. Co-Presidents Walter Kretzer and Ryan Stearns accepted the award on behalf of MSU’s Chapter. Student Poster Presenters on Design Day The nature of Chemical Engineering students’ capstone design experience is not compatible with small-scale, hands-on models for Design-Day demonstrations. Chemical Engineering seniors’ Design-Day contribution consists of presenting a lay-level poster of their solution to the AIChE Design Competition problem and discussing with prospective students, current students, parents, and others the nature and advantages of careers in Chemical Engineering. Pictures of some of this year’s presenters are shown below. Presenters of team solutions are Jessica Smith (left) and Katie Hector (right) for Team 1, and Joshua Aylward (left) and Tyson Humphries (right) for Team 2. Presenters of individual solutions include Lindsey Piper and Weeam Guetari. Jessica Smith (left) and Katie Hector Joshua Aylward (left) and Tyson Humphries Lindsey Piper Weeam Guetari Lauren Petrie PAGE 43 Course Description MSE 466 is a senior level course for Materials Science and Engineering majors that provides students with a team-based capstone design experience. A major aspect of this course is having the students apply their course-learned background knowledge and critical thinking skills in materials science and other disciplines to real-life material/component failure problems. Such failures are a major motivating factor for promoting more innovative designs or design changes. A failure analysis investigation provides a unique platform to design and solve real-world engineering problems via a systematic engineering approach. By focusing on specific component failures, the student teams learn how to conf