DCU-Final-Year-Projects-Booklet-2025

44 36. Design of a Test Platform for Biofouling on Cables andMooring Lines – Project II Structural Design This project focuses on the structural design of a test platform for studying biofouling on cables and mooring lines, a critical challenge in marine renewable energy systems. The study involves modifying an existing underwater turbine to assess biofouling growth under dynamic conditions. A twin-blade impeller is adapted to accommodate a tensioned nylon rope positioned between two rotating propellers, simulating real-world hydrodynamic forces. Structural analysis includes static deformation and fatigue assessment, considering the interaction between turbine rotation and tidal currents. The research also evaluates material sustainability and cost-effectiveness to ensure a durable and efficient solution. These findings aim to enhance biofoulingmanagement in offshore energy applications. Student Programme Mechanical and Sustainability Engineering (Year 5) Project Area Finite Element Analysis, FluidMechanics, Mechanical Design andManufacture, Renewable Energy Technology Project Technology ANSYSWorkbench, Excel/VB, Solidworks Student Name(s) LiamDurkan Email liam.durkan3@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Dr Yan Delaure 37. HoneyMoon Engine The HoneyMoon Engine is a 2D game development tool designed to provide amore accessible entry point for aspiring game developers who find traditional engines like Unity overwhelming. This game engine enables users to create games using Lua scripting, while the core functionality and complex processing are managed in C++. Key features include object rendering, camera control, basic physics, collision handling, and animation support, allowing users to focus on game logic without needing to dive into lower-level programming tasks. Student Programme Computer Science Project Area Educational, Filesystems, Gaming, Graphics, Image/Video Processing, Multimedia, Software Development, Game Engine Project Technology C/C++, OpenGL, SDL, Lua Student Name(s) Ivan Shvydchenko  |  Jibran Jarwar Email ivan.shvydchenko2@mail.dcu.ie  |  jibran.jarwar2@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Mr Renaat Verbruggen 38. SpeedGuard – StreamliningDriver Data ANear Field Communication (NFC) system that monitors vehicle speed and stores key vehicle data, such as tax, insurance, and NCT status. This systemwill enhance the management and accessibility of vehicle information, streamlining the process for both drivers and authorities. Student Programme Computer Science Project Area Data Analytics, RaspberryPi, Traffic monitoring Project Technology Java, Python, SQL, XML Student Name(s) Darragh O’Reilly  |  Noah Coyne-Tyrrell Email oreilly.darragh2@mail.dcu.ie   |  noah.coynetyrrell2@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Prof Mark Roantree