This project aims to improve surgical simulations by developing advanced computer models to simulate how soft tissues behave during surgeries. It will focus on modeling tissue fracture and how surgical tools interact with tissue, considering factors such as tissue anisotropy, residual stresses, and complex tool geometries. Current finite element (FE) models developed at UBC assume […]

Le stage s’inscrit dans un projet R&D qui s’étend sur trois ans, porté par le consortium international “Hydrogen and Climate Partnership – A new hydrogen network between Canada and Germany as a key component of a climate-neutral energy system”. Ce projet a pour objectif d’analyser les relations et les effets de la restructuration des chaînes […]

This project focuses on developing a novel triboelectric sensor to improve the efficiency and reliability of industrial processes specifically in gas-phase polyethylene production. In these reactors, plastic particles often accumulate electrostatic charge during operation, leading to dangerous buildups that can cause the formation of solid “sheets,” resulting in costly unplanned shutdowns. The goal of this […]

Smart grid aims at improving the power grid performance, security and reliability through monitoring, controlling and protecting the grid dynamically. As communication infrastructure and technologies provide two-way data communication between grid endpoints, they are the key enablers for smart grid realization. WiMAX and 802.15.4g is among the dominant considered communication technologies for smart grid implementation. […]

This project will work on the development of a plasma process for synthesis of carbon nanomaterials. The effort will focus on design of the entire core components to allow very low carrier gas flow rates. The low gas consumption was identified as the highest cost factor in the manufacture of graphene, fullerenes and nanotubes (using […]

Surface coatings are an important part of many industries (e.g., aerospace, automotive) owing to their practical benefits. In particular, powder coating is now quite common given its ease of use, durability and eco-friendliness. Controlling the uniformity of the coating is highly desirable to improve the efficiency of the technique and to progress toward its automation. […]

In this project, the objective is to design and develop a mechanism for building networking solutions that would be used for automatic communication of machinery devices in the Utility facilities. For this purpose, the intern will conduct a research on the requirements of the desired applications in the target industry and extract the technical parameters […]

The proposed research project seeks to develop technology for the wireless transmission of electricity, enabling devices to receive power without the need for physical cables, similar to how Wi-Fi delivers internet connectivity. This innovation holds significant potential for Verdure: it positions the company at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions, supports the expansion of electricity […]

Biomass, derived from a wide array of organic materials including agricultural residues (e.g., crop stalks, leaves, and fruit peels) and forestry residues (e.g., stumps, branches, and leaves), offers a scalable and renewable feedstock for developing sustainable bio-based products across the energy, materials, and environmental sectors. Through thermochemical conversion techniques, value-added products such as biochar, bio-oil, […]

The research problem is to model the deterioration of conductors and to predict their service life as a function of exposure to humidity, chlorides and SO2. The model will be validated by analyzing 300 sites with data on the residual thickness of zinc. A feature-dependent Markov model will be fitted to estimate the residual life […]

For disabled people to be enabled to drive they need the use of assistive technology. Between Canada and the US there are 47.3 million people who have disabilities related to lost leg functioning. 60% of these people use adaptive devices to drive. The technology that exists in North America requires the driver to have one […]

QoinRing is a 3d printed QR-coded promotional keychain which was created in response to dissatisfaction with aggressive traditional marketing, and appeals to students and creators who want to broadcast what they do, without interrupting others’ daily real-life experiences. Its compactness, customizable form, and use of recycled materials made of plastic bottles make it particularly appealing […]