DCU-Final-Year-Projects-Booklet-2025

79 141. Development of Virtual Lab – Static andDynamic Balances for Mechanics of Machines This project focuses on developing the Static and Dynamic balance experiment, which is a cornerstone in the study of theMechanics of Machines module, into a computer-aided design (CAD) model of the balancing experiment with an updated labmanual andmodule quiz, enhancing flexibility and precision in simulating real-world applications. Static balancing addresses mass distribution along the rotational axis, while dynamic balancing ensures stability duringmotion by correcting lateral imbalances. This research expands on the currently available experiment and allows for added complexity. In a completed CADmodel design with the attached quiz, students will develop a conceptual understanding of balancing principles. The interactive model bridges the gap between theory and practice. Student Programme Mechanical andManufacturing Engineering (Year 4) Project Area 3-DModelling Project Technology Solidworks Student Name(s) Jack Raftery Email Jack.raftery22@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Dr Paul Young 142. GroupHoliday Planning Recommendation System This project designs an AI system to streamline group holiday planning by simulating human-like negotiations. AI agents represent users, using the Big Five personality traits and holiday preferences to refine travel ideas. The agents propose destinations, accommodations, and activities while balancing conflicting preferences. Each suggestion is iteratively adjusted through simulated “compromises” to align with the group’s goals. AI-generated images are used to validate proposals, allowing users to provide feedback. The system continues refining suggestions until consensus is reached, ensuring the final recommendation satisfies everyone. This approach combines psychological insights with AI-driven visual validation to facilitate collaborative travel decisions. Student Programme Data Science Project Area Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Group Recommender System, Collaborative DecisionMaking Project Technology Python, Machine Learning, Generative AI Images Student Name(s) JiaXiang Chen  |  Anna Lee Email jiaxiang.chen23@mail.dcu.ie   |  anna.lee33@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Prof TomásWard 143. Design, Build and Test a Support Frame for an Underwater Velocimetry System This project investigates the potential installation of a support bracket to encase a velocimetry system on amarine platform. The aimof the frame is to reduce disturbances caused by currents and waves in aquatic environments while ensuring it is strong, durable, and easy to deploy and retrieve. One of the main challenges associated with this project was characterising the dynamic profile of tidal currents to strike a balance between stability, durability, and ease of use for the support frame. The project includes both a physical model and computer simulations to predict the behaviour of the frame in underwater conditions. These tests demonstrated the stability and adaptability of the structure, aligning with theoretical calculations of the frame’s behaviour. Student Programme Mechanical andManufacturing Engineering (Year 4) Project Area Finite Element Analysis, FluidMechanics, Simulation Project Technology ANSYSWorkbench, Solidworks Student Name(s) Arminas Anukas Email arminas.anukas2@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Dr Yan Delaure