DCU Expo 2024 - Final Year Projects

36 18. CoachConnect CoachConnect is a pioneering platform that will revolutionise the fitness industry by fostering the transparent sharing of knowledge and expertise. Its core service enables users to find experienced coaches specialising in specific fitness domains, ensuring personalised guidance toward achieving their goals. Leveraging advanced technology, clients can effortlessly connect with qualified instructors matching their objectives. By redefining the fitness experience, CoachConnect empowers enthusiasts to overcome challenges and confidently navigate niche fitness areas. Student Programme Enterprise Computing Project Area Databases, Instant Messaging, Social Networking, Web Application, Progress Tracking Project Technology CSS, HTML5, Python, Django Student Name(s) Darragh Brennan  |  Cian Comerford Email darragh.brennan62@mail.dcu.ie  |   cian.comerford5@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Dr Dongyun Nie 19. WeBook—Campus-Wide Booking for Universities “WeBook” is a comprehensive booking platform tailored for university environments, offering a streamlined solution for reserving various amenities like parking spots, lockers, study spaces, event venues, andmore. It is designed to understand individual student preferences, providing intelligent recommendations upon login. The system’s flexibility allows for campus-specific customisation, accommodating different university layouts and needs. With the potential to revolutionise reservation processes, “WeBook” could be adopted by universities worldwide, enhancing efficiency and convenience. Additionally, its adaptabilitymakes it appealing to other stakeholders needing reservation systems, like co-working spaces. Student Programme Computer Applications Project Area Content Management System, Databases, Educational, Web Application, Recommender System Project Technology CSS, Docker, HTML5, JavaScript, Nodejs, Python, REST, SQLite, Vue.js, Django, Student Name(s) Scott Brady  |  Nacé vanWyk Email scott.brady76@mail.dcu.ie  |   nace.vanwyk2@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Dr Stephen Blott 20. Torsion of Cylinders This project is based on the torsion of rubber cylinders. An existing experiment on the torsion of cylinders conducted by R.S. Rivlin has been studied and looked at to be replicated. Modern techniques are sought to be added to the replication of the experiment if possible. The results collected are to be analysed and compared with the R.S. Rivlin experiment. Before the torsion experiment can be started, a thorough analysis of silicone rubber’s properties will be done with the aid of tensile testing. Silicone dog-bone specimens and silicone cubes will be used for the tensile test. Comparing the results of the torsion experiment to the material’s mechanical properties will help to interpret the data accurately. Student Programme Biomedical Engineering (Year 4) Project Area Materials Testing Project Technology Excel/VB, Solidworks Student Name(s) Abdulbasit Akintoye Email abdulbasit.akintoye3@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Dr JeremiahMurphy