Below is a list of the senior design projects since the course was initiated in 1993. We are grateful to our industrial partners for making this course a valuable learning experience for our students.
| Medtronic |
Analysis of Surface and Structural Properties of Biomaterials |
| IBM |
Dendrite Formation and Orientation in Sn-Based Solders |
| TIMET |
Texture Development in Titanium Alloy Sheet |
| Hydro Automotive |
Characteristics of Extrusion Charge Welds |
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IBM East Fishkill, NY |
Explore issues related to lead-free soldering in electronic packaging |
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Harley-Davidson Milwaukee, WI |
Determine structure-process-property relationships in structural polymeric motorcycle components |
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American Axle and Manufacturing Detroit, MI |
Establish statistically-based metallurgical quality control procedures and methods for induction hardening of axle shafts |
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Universal Alloy Corporation Anaheim, CA |
Determine how microstructure and processing affect electrical conductivity of structural aluminum alloys |
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Grede Foundries Iron Mountain, MI |
Determine why fatigue performance of iron castings is substantially decreased in thick section sizes |
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IBM East Fishkill, NY |
Develop tantalum nitride thin film processing for integrated circuits |
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SciMed Minneapolis, MN |
Develop methodologies for understanding performance of angioplasty balloons |
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Visteon Dearborn, MI |
Propose and develop materials for advanced driveshafts |
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Ford Dearborn, MI |
Propose and develop materials for advanced brake rotors |
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Eastern Alloys Maybrook, NY |
Optimize process of slush casting of zinc-aluminum alloys |
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IBM East Fishkill, NY |
Optimize solder interconnects for electronic packaging |
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Brush Wellman Cleveland, OH |
Determine structure-property-processing relationships in Cu-Ni-Sn alloys |
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Goldstar Coatings West Branch, MI |
Reduce defects during removal of coatings on high performance cutting tools |
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3M St. Paul, MN |
Improve performance of electronic chip polishing devices |
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Charter Steel Saukville, WI |
Identify causes of nozzle clogging during steel continuous casting and propose solution |
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Hydro Aluminum Oslo, Norway |
Characterize and find uses for aluminum foams |
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Rouge Steel Detroit, MI |
Design a waste oxide recycling facility |
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Alcoa Pittsburgh, PA |
Find a way to eliminate defects in brazing of aluminum structures |
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Chrysler Corporation Auburn Hills, MI |
Design a sensor that will give thermal history of pistons in engine tests |
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NTN Technical Center Ann Arbor, MI |
Find a mechanism to inhibit spinning of the bearing inner race on aluminum shafts during temperature excursions |
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Ford Motor Company Dearborn, MI |
Determine the mechanical and structural properties of various polymer-base sandwich composites |
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Charter Steel Company Saukville, WI |
Find ways to recycle or reuse steel mill slag products |
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Cummins Engine Company Columbus, IN |
Identify surface modification techniques to improve oxidation resistance of pistons in diesel engines |
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Charter Steel Company Saukville, WI |
Characterize electric arc furnace dusts, and explore recycling/reuse issues |
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CSM Industries Coldwater, MI |
Analyze die failures in refractory metal dies, and suggest solutions |
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Motorola Austin, TX |
Determine causes of defects in E-PROM computer chips |
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US Olympic Luge Team Lake Placid, NY |
Choose new materials for luge runners |
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American Axle and Manufacturing Detroit, MI |
Determine causes of cracks in forged auto connecting rods |
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Ford Motor Company Dearborn, MI |
Find causes of distortion in torque converters during manufacturing |
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Wells Manufacturing Woodstock, IL |
Determine and optimize the effects of microstructure on machinability of cast iron |
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Cummins Engine Company Columbus, IN |
Study oxidation behavior of diesil engine piston crowns |
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North Star Steel Monroe, MI |
Develop procedures to remove zinc from liquid steel when recycling |
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3M St. Paul, MN |
Extend service life of evaporation sources used in thin film coating processes |
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3M St. Paul, MN |
Improve surface finish of rapid prototyped components |
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NTN Technical Center Ann Arbor, MI |
Explore use of polymers for bearings |
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Charter Steel Saukville, WI |
Eliminate hazardous waste production in metal slags |
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Charter Steel Saukville, WI |
Optimize process to remove oxide coatings on steel products |
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Brush Wellman Cleveland, OH |
Optimize microstructures in copper-beryllium alloys |
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General Motors Warren, MI |
Develop manufacturing techniques for magnetostrictive composite materials |
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SCM Metal Products Research Triangle Park, NC |
Study friction and wear in copper-ceramic composites |
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Alon Processing Inc Tarentum, PA |
Extend service life of coated tubing used in polymer synthesis furnaces |
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Goldstar Coatings West Branch, MI |
Choose wear-resistant coatings for polymer substrates |
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Ford Motor Company Dearborn, MI |
Investigate polymer composites for auto use |
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Ford Motor Company Dearborn, MI |
Develop separation techniques for aluminum recycling |
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Cummins Engine Company Columbus, IN |
Investigate using liquid metal embrittlement to split connecting rods during manufacturing |
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Charter Steel Saukville, WI |
Study microstructure and oxide development during heat treating of steel |
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General Motors Warren, MI |
Develop procedures for manufacturing non-contact sensors using giant magnetostrictive materials |
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Hickman, Williams Co Livonia, MI |
Determine whether ferrosilicon evolves toxic gases during transportation, which would classify it as a hazardous material |
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Hickman, Williams Co Livonia, MI |
Design a facility for reclaiming foundry sand, including economic analysis |
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Howmet Corporation Whitehall, MI |
Design a non-contact nozzle stopper for use in casting of jet engine components |