DCU-Final-Year-Projects-Booklet-2025

92 180. UniSync UniSync is a centralisedmobile and web platformdesigned to enhance students’ academic and social experiences at Dublin City University (DCU). By integrating DCU’s OpenTimetables, Student Union events, personal events, and group study sessions, UniSync allows users tomanage their schedules efficiently. The app features a responsive calendar with real-time syncing, an interactive map linked to course calendars for easy navigation, integration of library bookings and exampapers, and a centralised hub to access all the important DCU resources to helpmanage day-to-day life. Developed with Flutter for cross-platform compatibility and a Django backend, UniSync prioritises ease of use and provides students with an all-in-one solution for managing their university experience. Student Programme Computer Science Project Area Content Management System, Databases, Information Retrieval, Mobile App, Network Applications, Social Networking, Software Development, Web Application Project Technology NoSQL, Python, Flutter, Firebase, Dart, Flask, Socket.io Student Name(s) Leah Ivory  |  Fiachra Gill Email leah.ivory2@mail.dcu.ie  |  fiachra.gill5@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Mr Renaat Verbruggen 181. Development of a Power BI Dashboard for Analyzing SimulationModels of a Manufacturing SystemCreated in ExtendSim This project bridges the gap between PowerBI and ExtendSimby developing an interactive dashboard that analyses data from simulation models of manufacturing systems. ExtendSim is used to create a digital twin of the manufacturing system, providing data from key performance indicators. The data exported fromExtendSim is then used to build an interactive dashboard in PowerBI. This dashboard enables users to adjust the data, compare simulation results, and track trends within the model. By doing so, it helps users identify bottlenecks in manufacturing systems andmake data-driven decisions to optimise performance. Student Programme Mechanical andManufacturing Engineering (Year 4) Project Area Data Analytics, LeanManufacturing, Simulation Project Technology Excel/VB, ExtendSIM, PowerBI Student Name(s) Alex Andreucetti Email alex.andreucetti2@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Dr John Geraghty 182. DomesticWater Supply Regulator Design This project investigates the noise generated during the filling of domestic water tanks using standard ball-cock valves. A test rig simulating a typical water tank was designed and constructed tomeasure noise levels (in decibels) when filling the tank. Using SolidWorks, the valve was redesigned tominimise discharge noise, and prototypes were 3D printed for testing. Further noise reduction was achieved by adding a pipe guiding water flow along the tank wall, reducing splashing and water hammering. Experimental results demonstrated significant reductions in noise levels due to the redesigned components. This project combines advanced CADmodelling, prototyping, and experimental analysis to deliver a practical solution for quieter domestic water supply systems. Student Programme Mechanical andManufacturing Engineering (Year 4) Project Area 3-DModelling, FluidMechanics, Mechanical Design andManufacture Project Technology Solidworks Student Name(s) Alexandru Nik Diac Email alexandru.diac2@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Prof Brian Corcoran