projects advised at WWU

L. Lackey, “Deep learning for assessing paper texture similarity,” Summer 2019 to present. Sponsored by The Jarvis Family Foundation and an NSF REU.
A. Grootveld and V. Bugayev, “Channel and Target Tracking and Prediction with Deep Temporal Convolutional Networks,” Summer 2019 to present. Sponsored by an NSF REU.
A. Grootveld, L. Lackey, S.-P. Yang, C. Clark, “Unsupervised abnormality detection by using intelligent and heterogeneous autonomous systems,” Fall 2019 to Spring 2020. Part of 2020 IEEE Signal Processing Cup competition.
K. Richardson and H. Fernandez, “A making and gaming approach to learning about RF path loss and antenna design,” Spring 2017 to Spring 2018. Sponsored by ONR.
S. Kowalski and T. Christman, “Implementation and testing of a low-overhead network synchronization protocol,” Spring 2017 to Spring 2018. Sponsored by an NSF REU.
H. Smith, “Design of a boardgame for learning about time and frequency domain signals,” Fall 2017 to Winter 2018. Sponsored by ONR.
M. Overdick and J. Canfield, “Software-defined radio implementation of timestamp-free network synchronization,” Summer 2015 to Spring 2017. Sponsored by an NSF REU.
K. Basinet, V. Perez, Q. Atwood, J. Rosenblum, “Learning about signals through tinkering and gaming,” Spring 2016 to Spring 2017. Sponsored by ONR.
K. Ricardson, J. Melloh, C. Cronkhite, K. DeWitte, J. Welch, S. Dever, N. Uhrich, H. Fernandez, S. Walsh, M. McFadden, “Real-time beat tracking,” Fall 2016. Part of the 2017 IEEE Signal Processing Cup competition.
S. Wellman, “A signal reception study of 94.9 KVWV-LP in Whatcom and Skagit counties,” Winter 2016.
K. Basinet, “A GNU Radio implementation of the ERT packet radio standard for smart meters,” Summer 2015. GNU Radio Howto Github respository.
D. Sjoerdsma, “A study of antenna placement for a low-power FM community radio station,” Winter 2015.
N. Conroy, “Software defined radios for monitoring household gas and electricity usage,” Winter 2015.

senior projects advised at WPI

X. Hu, R. Lu, A. Tran, “Improving the Tegra 4 Use Case Model,” 2012-2013. Sponsored by NVIDIA, conducted in Santa Clara, CA.
F. Kengne, R. Mundra, M.A. Rangel, “Mid-latitude All-sky-imager Network for Geophysical Observation,” 2012-2013. Sponsored by SRI International, conducted in Menlo Park, CA.
Anh Do, “Photographic paper classification using image processing and surface metrology,” Spring and Fall 2012.
N. Ansari, S. Lee, Z. Wu, “Pre-Silicon Verification of Tegra Image Signal Processor,” 2011-2012. Sponsored by NVIDIA, conducted in Santa Clara, CA.
M. Alhassan, J. Ortega, Y. Xu, “Empirical Modeling of the Poynting and Kinetic Energy Flux in Earth's Atmosphere,” 2011-2012. Sponsored by SRI International, conducted in Menlo Park, CA.
S. Chen, J. Rehberger, M. Van Welie, “Automated Processing of Magnetospheric Poynting Flux As Measured by the Fast Auroral SnapshoT (FAST) Explorer,” 2010-2011. Sponsored by SRI International, conducted in Menlo Park, CA.
W. Bellamine, J. Collins, C. Ropi, “Digital Input Class-D Audio Amplifier with Feedback,” 2008-2009. Sponsored by Analog Devices, conducted at WPI.
Ipek Ozil, “A study of automated thread counting algorithms for painting canvases,” Spring 2008.
B. Morey, I. Woloschin, R. Vasudevan, “Design, Construction, and Testing of a 95% Efficient, High-Powered, Class-D Audio Amplifier,” 2007-2008. Sponsored by Analog Devices, co-advised with Prof. John McNeill, conducted at WPI. Winner of Provost's prize for best MQP.

service learning projects advised at WPI

M. Homchenko, J. Lackie, B. Morse, D. Scott, “An Analysis of Hoarding and Squalor Related Incidents and Responses by the Metropolitan Fire and Emergency Services Board,” 2014. Sponsored by the Metropolitan Fire Brigade, co-advised with S. Tuler, conducted in Melbourne.
S. Fagan, M. Greene, S. Knight, T. Royds, “An Evidence-Based Approach to Home Fire Safety,” 2014. Sponsored by the Metropolitan Fire Brigade, co-advised with S. Tuler, conducted in Melbourne.
T. Jennette, S. Russell, L. Vinke, “A Critical Assessment of Endpoint Technology for the E.W. Tipping Foundation,” 2014. Sponsored by The E.W. Tipping Foundation, co-advised with S. Tuler, conducted in Melbourne.
A. Andraka, J. Brown, A. Collins, “Gas or Electricity: An Evaluation of Electricity and Natural Gas as a Residential Energy Source,” 2014. Sponsored by Alternative Technology Association, co-advised with S. Tuler, conducted in Melbourne.
P. Escuer, A. Mateo, C. McConnell, J. Schutes, “Refining Visitor Tracking for Museum Victoria,” 2014. Sponsored by Museum Victoria, co-advised with S. Tuler, conducted in Melbourne.
J. Baptiste, S. Kaptur, R. Mazurkiewicz, “Partnering with CERES Community Environment Park to Motivate Behavioural Change towards Whole-of-Water-Cycle Management,” 2014. Sponsored by CERES Environment Park, co-advised with S. Tuler, conducted in Melbourne.
S. Berti, D. Davis, D. Zaleski, “Lifestyle Choices Determine Australia’s Future: Creating an Activity to Raise Awareness about the Importance of Sustainability,” 2014. Sponsored by CERES Environment Park, co-advised with S. Tuler, conducted in Melbourne.
D. Karol, M. Ng, M. Varlamova, G. Walls, “The Effects of Light Pollution in Hong Kong,” 2009-2010. Sponsored by Friends of the Earth, co-advised with Prof. Creighton Peet, conducted in Hong Kong.
C. Miller, M. Rasco, E. Tripp, “A Linguistic Analysis and Comparison of Hong Kong and US Corporate Governance Reports,” 2009-2010. Sponsored by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, co-advised with Prof. Creighton Peet, conducted in Hong Kong.
B. Cabrera, J. Fraize, M. Runkle, “The Use of Technology for Teaching and Learning in Hong Kong,” 2009-2010. Sponsored by Lingnan University, co-advised with Prof. Creighton Peet, conducted in Hong Kong.
B. McLoughlin, P. Moan, G. Tran, “The Impact of 334 Reform on Caritas Institute of Higher Education,” 2009-2010. Sponsored by Caritas Francis Hsu College, co-advised with Prof. Creighton Peet, conducted in Hong Kong.
J. Depot, B. Goldberg, E. Nadeau, B. Rodriguez, “Hong Kong Maritime Museum Relocation Project,” 2009-2010. Sponsored by Hong Kong Maritime Museum, co-advised with Prof. Creighton Peet, conducted in Hong Kong.
B. Berard, J. Fallon, S. Lora, E. Rosendahl, L. Scotta, A. Wong, B. Yang, “Designing Victoria Harbour: Integrating, Improving, and Facilitating Marine Activities,” 2009-2010. Sponsored by Designing Hong Kong Ltd and Business Harbor Forum, co-advised with Prof. Creighton Peet, conducted in Hong Kong.
I. Anderson, M. Lindblad, A. Lopez, “Artistic Presentation of Scientific Research as a Means to Increase Public Awareness,” 2007-2008. Co-advised with Prof. George Pins, conducted at WPI.