Bridging Fundamental Research to Derivative Applications with Sensor Technologies

Community Engagement & Professions (College of) / Information Studies (School of)

Project Description

This is fundamental research at the outset, expanding into applied research. Our research departure is to survey all categories of digital sensors, as well as analog-to-digital sensors and
to build a sensor index - indicating key features of each, such as what it senses, range sensitivity, cost, etc.

Phase two of our research will lead to exploring, and proposing combinations, i.e. multisensory products and focus on problem-solution which will be determined such as navigation
for the blind, transportation and logistics, response systems, etc. At this phase the fundamental research transforms to applied research to match by design the richly developed set of affordances discovered with artificial intelligence of just-in-time decisions and automation.

Tasks and Responsibilites

The student will be entrusted in the development as a research partner of key sections of the fundamental research survey and the development of the comprehensive tree structure of sensor types. We will then review each others findings and build a cohesive model. Once the model is complete, the work on it continues with a much smaller amount of time allotment. Then we will focus on problem solving scenarios, both independently through networking with experts and a review of literature. We will also jointly conduct this exploration and priority development.

Desired Qualifications

None Listed