Industrial Engineering (2nd)
These projects are at the endpoint of a two-semester sequence. They are functionally complete.
I2.01 Planning for Net-Zero Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
Sponsor: Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) / Ingram School of Engineering
Student Team: Arslan Abbasi, Joy Saha, Valentina Mora
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Gerardo Trevino
This research addresses the critical need for a comprehensive charging infrastructure to support Texas' transition to net-zero transportation, projecting the growth of EVs to 45 million by 2040. Utilizing forecasting models and the EVI-Projection Tool, the study determines the required number and power levels of chargers, while also incorporating renewable energy sources like solar and wind to power the infrastructure sustainably. By strategically allocating stations across 54 cities and major transportation routes, the proposed scenarios aim to minimize emissions, alleviate charging congestion, and improve user experience, crucial steps towards achieving Texas' net-zero energy goals in transportation.
I2.02 Creannovation
Sponsor: Crean Inc.
Student Team: Victor Lopez, Lauren Feliciano, TJ Butler, Erin Hausman
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Gerardo Trevino
This project aims to design, manufacture, and implement a sensor enclosure solution to improve Work in Progress (WIP) tracking, enhancing visibility and insight within any organization’s processes. This project’s objective is to address the need for efficient and cost-effective solutions to perform ERP functions, providing decision-makers with real-time data to optimize processes, reduce costs, and ultimately contribute to increased profitability.
I2.03 Neurodiverse A.I.d
Sponsor: Ingram School of Engineering
Student Team: Lauren Christenson, Cinthia Hinojosa, Carlos Quinto
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Gerardo Trevino
NDI face challenges in the enterprise environment. These include communication, sensory sensitivity, executive functioning and social interaction. Despite their abilities, they require a tool that will aid them to perform smoother operations and increase productivity in the workplace. An interface prototype based on qualitative data secured from conducted interviews to NDIs in the technology enterprise.
I2.04 Modeling the Total Cost of Employee Departures
Sponsor: Children's Health, Dr. Leonidas Guadalupe
Student Team: Diego Zertuche, Luis Ramirez
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Gerardo Trevino
The healthcare field has had drastic changes in employment due to COVID-19, especially with nurses. Children's Health (CH) Dallas, like many others, has been struggling with determining the total financial impact of having staff vacate. Through research and investigation, we'll develop a sophisticated model to evaluate the cost of employee turnover. The model will be evaluated and simulated to inform on different scenarios that might happen, and have CH use this in their advantage.
I2.05 Accelerate IE
Sponsor: Ingram School of Engineering
Student Team: Sarah Holson, Junia Gabasa
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Michelle Londa & Dr. Clara Novoa
Due to a continuous decline of student enrollment in Industrial Engineering, there is a need to recruit high school students by promoting the IE program at Texas State. This project aims to improve the program website, obtain alumni support, involve local high schools, and create a CPM for future recruitment programs.