DCU Expo 2023 Final Year Projects

42 48. A Proposed 3DModel and Print of Kidney PhantomUsing Various 3DPrinting Techniques for Clinical Use This project aims to create a highly accurate 3D-printedmodel of a kidney phantom that closely mimics the physical properties of a real kidney. Various 3D printers were evaluated to determine the most accurate model froma CT scan. A highly detailedmodel was created using 3D slicer software, and the accuracy of the prototype was significantly improved by using SLA printing with ElegooMars Pro. The primary objective of this project is to enhance the design and development of kidney phantoms for clinical applications. Class Biomedical Engineering (Year 5) Project Area 3-DModelling, AdditiveManufacturing Project Technology Solidworks, 3D slicer software Student Name(s) Abrar Abdelsalam Email abrar.abdelsalam3@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Dr Eadaoin Carthy 49. Carbon Transport Tracker This project is an app that allows users to estimate and track their carbon emissions when travelling. There are two core features in this app. The user can start a live journey where an estimate of the carbon emissions and cost will be calculated once the journey concludes. Before a journey the carbon emissions and cost can also be estimated of different modes of transport, allowing the user to decide what mode of transport they should use. Class Computer Applications Project Area Android, GPS/GIS, Mobile App, Software Development, Carbon emissions, Transport Project Technology Python, REST, SQLite, XML, Flutter, Django Student Name(s) Robert Kelly  |  Orqo Hickey Email robert.kelly82@mail.dcu.ie  |  orqo.hickey4@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Dr AlessandraMileo 50. The Development of a Liquid Piston Compressed Air Energy Storage System The goal of this project was to develop a compressed air energy storage system capable of efficiently storing and discharging excess energy, addressing the challenges of renewable energy integration. To achieve this, the system utilized a liquid piston for near-isothermal compression, reducing energy losses and increasing efficiency. The project involved the design and development of a system consisting of a vertical cylinder filled with air and water. During charging, water is pumped into the cylinder, compressing the air. When electricity is needed, the stored energy in the compressed air drives the water through a turbine, generating electricity. To ensure optimal performance, the system underwent experimental testing under various operating conditions. Class Mechanical andManufacturing Engineering (Year 5) Project Area Device Design, Electric Generation, Mechanical Design andManufacture, Renewable Energy Technology, Thermodynamics Project Technology C/C++, Excel/VB Student Name(s) Cathal Joyce Email cathal.joyce26@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Dr GregMcNamara