Senior Design Projects - Fall 2024 Showcase

The small-scale Home Hydrogen System with Renewable Energy Sources project is a pioneering approach to sustainable energy production aimed at reducing dependency on fossil fuels. This system integrates solar power with hydrogen production, using a solar panel to generate electricity that powers an electrolyzer to produce hydrogen from water. The generated hydrogen is converted to electricity via a fuel cell, ensuring a reliable and continuous energy supply. The project involves comprehensive technical feasibility analysis, resource and economic feasibility assessments, and risk analysis to validate the project's viability and potential success. Initial results demonstrate the system's energy production and storage efficiency, showcasing its feasibility and significant promise for global impact. By adhering to international standards and incorporating advanced technology, the project aims to provide a scalable and sustainable solution for clean energy generation, contributing to global efforts in combating climate change and promoting renewable energy adoption. 

With the prevalence of modern embedded computing systems in our lives, from home appliances to control systems in power plants, these devices have significantly improved their functionality. However, such technology also requires protection from software theft and authorizations, which can reveal code exploits and result in revenue loss. A tool is needed to replicate these attacks and defend against these vulnerabilities. 

The PlantPulse system is a cutting-edge garden management solution that automates and optimizes plant care. Powered by a 120V 50-60 Hz AC supply, it monitors key environmental factors, including temperature, humidity, soil moisture, pH, and nutrient levels (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium). Through an intuitive web interface, users can remotely control lighting, irrigation, and other settings via smartphones or desktops. At the heart of the system is an Arduino Nano R3-based board with the ATmega328P microcontroller, integrated with digital sensors converted from RS485 for accurate data collection. This data is transmitted via LoRaWAN, enabling real-time plant health tracking. PlantPulse also leverages machine learning to adapt to optimal growing conditions, enhancing plant vitality and boosting user productivity. Combining advanced technology with ease of use, PlantPulse offers a fully automated, sustainable gardening experience that empowers users to monitor and manage their plants from anywhere, transforming the future of gardening. 

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