EMA/ME Design Competition
Winners of the 2014 EMA Senior Design contest are the following. If you missed the presentations,
please see the archived video via the CoE Mediasite
We would like to recognize all participants for their substantial efforts this semester.
We would also like to thank all contributors.
Judges awarded the $1000 Second Prize to EJ3 Industries. EJ3 Industries strives to improve the quality of life and independence of those confined to a power wheelchair with their latest design, the automated mechanical canopy. At the flip of a switch, the canopy will deploy overhead to divert precipitation and the sun’s harmful rays away from the user. This product will store compactly when not in use on the backrest of a power wheelchair, giving the user peace of mind should inclement weather occur. .
Designed by: Eric Trunk, Jamen Olk, Justin McFarland, and Josh Peanasky
Judges chose The Pneumasock, intermittent pneumatic compression device that mitigates exercise-induced pain caused by claudication. Pain is reduced by promoting circulation in the lower leg using a wrap containing inflatable bladders that can be worn comfortably beneath clothing. The portable, cordless, and lightweight compression pump is worn around the waist and can be used comfortably in clinical and home settings.
Designed by: Alex Chirones, Andrew Findora, Zack Heydenrych, and Steve Schlender
Designed by: Kimberly Callan, Donna Endres, Parker Sear, and Dan Uhler
University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Engineering Physics
Madison, Wisconsin
Revised: 12/15/2014
Second Place - $1000
Judges awarded the $1000 Second Prize to EJ3 Industries. EJ3 Industries strives to improve the quality of life and independence of those confined to a power wheelchair with their latest design, the automated mechanical canopy. At the flip of a switch, the canopy will deploy overhead to divert precipitation and the sun’s harmful rays away from the user. This product will store compactly when not in use on the backrest of a power wheelchair, giving the user peace of mind should inclement weather occur. .
Designed by: Eric Trunk, Jamen Olk, Justin McFarland, and Josh Peanasky
First Place - $2500
Judges chose The Pneumasock, intermittent pneumatic compression device that mitigates exercise-induced pain caused by claudication. Pain is reduced by promoting circulation in the lower leg using a wrap containing inflatable bladders that can be worn comfortably beneath clothing. The portable, cordless, and lightweight compression pump is worn around the waist and can be used comfortably in clinical and home settings.
Designed by: Alex Chirones, Andrew Findora, Zack Heydenrych, and Steve Schlender
People's Choice
Taking almost 230 votes into account, the winner of the People's Choice award is The Model-B.Designed by: Kimberly Callan, Donna Endres, Parker Sear, and Dan Uhler
University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Engineering Physics
Madison, Wisconsin
Revised: 12/15/2014