UROP Research Mentor Project Submission Portal: Submission #935

Submission information
Submission Number: 935
Submission ID: 15301
Submission UUID: 90f9fcc5-de2f-4f19-bad8-15fad4a92da5

Created: Tue, 08/20/2024 - 03:22 PM
Completed: Tue, 08/20/2024 - 03:22 PM
Changed: Thu, 10/03/2024 - 05:32 PM

Remote IP address: 217.180.196.0
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English

Is draft: No
Primary Research Mentor Name Juyeong Choi
Research Mentor Preferred Pronouns Juyeong
When potential research assistants are reaching out via email, what is your preferred honorific? Dr
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated) jchoi@eng.famu.fsu.edu
Position Title Faculty
FSU College (if applicable) FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
FSU Department or Non-FSU Organization Affiliation FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
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Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from above) Maral Nazemi
Research Assistant Supervisor Preferred Pronouns Maral
Research Assistant Supervisor Preferred Honorific? Ms.
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated) mn22a@fsu.edu
Name of Other Faculty/Collaborator(s) (if applicable)
Other Faculty/Collaborator(s) Preferred Pronouns
Other Faculty/Collaborator(s) Preferred Honorific?
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Title of the Project ***Optimal design of excavator bucket for post-building collapse rescue operations
Project Keywords Excavator, buck design, optimization, sensor
Are you currently looking for research assistants? Yes
Number of Research Assistants Needed 4
Relevant Research Assistant Major(s) Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering
Project Location: FLVC (1753 W Paul Dirac Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32310)
If the project location is off campus, does the research assistant(s) need to provide their own transportation? Yes
Please select the choice that most accurately describes your expectations for the research assistant(s): In-person
Approximately how many hours a week would the research assistant(s) need to work? 6 to 8 hours per week
Roughly what time frame do you expect research assistant(s) to work? During business hours
Overall Research Project Description Amidst the escalating challenges posed by natural and man-made disasters, one of the most dire situations is the entrapment of individuals under debris from collapsed structures. The urgency to maximize survival rates necessitates swift and efficient rescue operations. To address this, this project aims to evaluate and optimize the design of excavator buckets to enhance their efficiency in rescue scenarios. To be more specific, in simulated rescue operation scenarios, student volunteers will operate small-scale excavators equipped with varying bucket designs in attempts to unearth a 3D printed human figure while measuring both the rescue time and the accumulative pressure given to the figure throughout the operation. Drawing from these findings, the bucket design will be iteratively refined, with the ultimate goal of establishing an excavator bucket design that harmoniously blends speed with the delicate precision required for safe rescue operations. Through this endeavor, the project seeks to bridge the gap between technological advancements and their practical deployment in life-saving activities, potentially revolutionizing post-disaster rescue operations.
Research Tasks Operating remote control excavators on different rescue activities, collecting, cleaning, processing the data collected from small-scale experiments, printing different bucket designs with 3D printers, and performing a literature review
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Programming [recommended], 3D design [recommended]
Mentoring Philosophy In my approach to mentoring undergraduate students, accessibility is paramount. Many undergraduates are new to research and may encounter various challenges as they work on assigned tasks. To support them effectively, I establish open and ongoing communication channels. I encourage students to reach out with their questions and concerns, even outside of our scheduled meetings. By fostering an environment where students feel supported and able to seek help whenever needed, I believe I am crucially contributing to their success and overall experience in research.
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Are you interested in participating in the UROP Research Mentor Roundtable? Yes
Roundtable times and Zoom links 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM on September 4, September 5, and September 6.

https://fsu.zoom.us/j/94170250488
Roundtable Info
Mentor Handbook, FAQs, and Communication Yes
UROP Performance Evaluation Yes
Materials Grant Yes
UROP Poster Presentation Yes
Year 2024
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