An assistive technology system for wheelchairs, a hands-free automatic attic temperature regulator, and a self-propelled acquisition robot all took top prizes at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Capstone Design Showcase. The showcase, which occurs in the fall and spring semesters, featured twenty teams from the department’s Capstone Design I and Capstone Design II…
On Sunday, 5 November 2023, the Mississippi State University Space Cowboys conducted their first hybrid test fire in over six years at the newly built test pad in Starr Forrest just outside of Starkville, MS. This was a procedural test of the contrails hybrid rocket motor and included validating the steps from past experiences and…
MSU EcoCAR’s new acquisition, the Cadillac LYRIQ, is a smooth and quiet ride. With its hands-free Super Cruise and comprehensive, innovative system that includes rear park assist and automatic emergency braking, even someone who knows nothing about cars can recognize the thoughtfulness put into the 2023 design. The vehicle is so quiet that only the…
An alumnus from Mississippi State University’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the Bagley College of Engineering has been selected for the department’s 2023 Wall of Fame. Frank Gallaher will be honored during a luncheon on November 10 in Simrall Hall on the Mississippi State campus in Starkville. He will also have his name…
For the seventh time since 2016, Scotland-based engineering firm Petroleum Experts (Petex) has donated software to the Swalm School of Chemical Engineering at Mississippi State University which continues providing valuable experiential learning opportunities for students within the field to gain hands-on experience and knowledge of industry level software. Students majoring in chemical engineering with interest…