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: Digital Urban Park; This project is a park that utilizes social networks and interactivity to convey and make physical the internet. This is explored through three parts and varying levels of group interaction between both the users of the space and by the spaces direct influence from the internet.

: Remixed: Reuse, Recycles, Mixed Use, Mixed Income; A mixed use, mixed income proposal for the Chicago south side, adaptively reusing shipping containers to keep construction costs low

: Wind Turbine Building; Wind Turbine Building with Venturi Tube, Sponsorship: Land, Peter

: Technical and Business Analysis of Challenges and Opportunities Associated with Guitar String Products (Spring 2002) IPRO 306: Technical_and_Business_Analysis_of_Challenges_and_Opportunities_Associated_with_Guitar_String_Products_IPRO306_Spring2002_Final_; Gibson USA, Nashville, Tennessee, is a recognized leader in the design and manufacture of acoustic and electric guitars for the entertainment industry. Gibson has a rich and respected history that began with the design and manufacture of mandolins in 1894. Its innovations in guitars have generated tremendous market loyalty, and have helped to transform the music industry in partnership with generations of musicians. A great deal of interesting information about Gibson USA is available at http://www.gibson.com. Gibson USA is also a prominent manufacturer and marketer of aftermarket guitar strings and accessories through its dedicated facilities in Elgin, Illinois. At this time, the Gibson Strings & Accessories division of Gibson USA is interested in supporting an IIT IPRO team that would study the complex relationships between its products, manufacturing operations, marketing strategy and competitive position. Gibson Strings & Accessories, located in Elgin, Illinois, manufactures strings, amplifiers, pickups and other accessories. This IPRO project will concentrate on issues related to the acoustic and electric guitar strings manufactured under the Gibson or Epiphone brand names. This initial IPRO project for Gibson will give students great experience in working closely with its young and energetic management to review current operations and select an appropriate initial focus for the project. This may include developing test and measurement methods and equipment to analyze string performance across product lines and competitive offerings, observing manufacturing operations to identify factors that affect product performance, evaluating marketing and competitive issues that offer opportunities or challenges, and developing an understanding of the user purchase decision process associated with the aftermarket for guitar strings. Projects could also include fine-tuning an integrated Internet strategy for marketing guitar strings and accessories and supporting the dealer network., Sponsorship: Gibson Strings & Accessories, Gibson USA, Project Plan for IPRO 306: Technical and Business Analysis of Challenges and Opportunities Associated with Guitar String Products for the Spring 2002 semester

: Hutong Skyscraper high-rise studio

: Moksha Tower; In India, death is considered one of the most important stages of the whole human process.And the traditional funeral process occupied a great quantity of land in a country with a big population.Moksha tower(cemetery tower) created a high-rise cemetery in order , to free up previous ground floor cemetery green space for recreation. This would create a vertical resource for the handling and disposal of dead bodies, which would provide storage for the dead for only limited a period of time, in order to ensure adequate capacity to continually accommodate new dead., Sponsorship: Wood, Antony

: Operation Kosovo (Summer 2003) IPRO 397; This IPRO team will have the responsibility of extending Operation Kosovo. Operation Kosovo is an IIT-Chicago Kent initiative to promote rule of law, democracy, civil society, and economic development in Kosovo. Students will continue work on projects such as: providing research assistance to legal counsel in Kosovo through CDRC; providing support to the University of Pristina law school's student organization; establishing a Kosovo Leadership Council, a Small Business Assistance Clinic, and a Kosovo investment fund; establishing firm contact with Kosovars in the Diaspora; maintaining support for the University of Pristina law school's externship program; website updating; and posting Kosovar law on the internet. There may also be an opportunity to structure a process for developing business plans for new enterprises in Kosovo as the team's work moves forward. Students who join this team will have the opportunity to make a positive and lasting contribution to the people of Kosovo; and will develop a deep appreciation for how social, political, technology and economic factors combine to influence rule of law., Sponsorship: Criminal Defense Resources Council (CDRC), Project Plan for IPRO 397: Operation Kosovo for the Summer 2003 semester

: High-rise mix-use

: VTOL (Spring 2001) IPRO 318: VTOL IPRO318 Spring2001 Final Presentation; This project involves the design and construction of a prototype Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) airplane, capable of carrying two people. The prototype, which will be made to scale, is intended to test different control strategies. The project includes a study of the history of such concepts (commercial and military), review of the enabling technologies needed to make it a reality, market analysis, social and economic implications, the regulatory environment and other factors that help define the potential and predict the impact of such a vehicle, Sponsorship: IIT Internal R&D, Project Plan for IPRO 318: VTOL for the Spring 2001 semester

: Vtol for the Masses (Spring2002) IPRO 318: VTOL_for_The_Masses IPRO318_Spring2002_Final_Presentation; Students will finish the design and prototype of a vertical take-off and landing craft (VTOL), which was begun in the Spring-2001 semester. This aircraft, capable of transporting two people point-to-point at speeds up to 120 mph while achieving 25mpg of fuel economy, has been proven very easy to fly in a simulator. Due to its simple design, it is expected that it could eventually be put in the market for less than $40k. Tthis semester, we will finalize and test the scale prototype and begin the design and marketing of the full-scale aircraft., Sponsorship: IIT Interprofessional Collaboratory, Project Plan for IPRO 318: VTOL for the Masses for the Spring 2002 semester

: Noise Abatement Issue (Spring 2002) IPRO 315: Noise_Abatement_Issue_IPRO315_Spring2002_Final_Presentation; Penn Machine Company, Johnstown, Pennsylvania, is a recognized leader in the manufacture and marketing of wheel sets for high speed and local rail transportation operations. Penn Machine manufactures noise-damping wheels, including the PCC Standard Resilient Wheel, the first successful resilient transit wheel, and the Bochum 54 and 84 resilient wheels under license from Fried. Krupp Huttenwerke A.G., Bochum, Germany. These resilient composite material wheel sets produced by Penn Machine Company have been widely accepted in light rail operations around the world (e.g. Paris, Berlin, San Francisco, Washington, D.C.). However, even though they provide longer life and reduced maintenance, and most significantly lower noise, etc., they have a higher initial cost than the current wheels used in rapid transit operations like the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA). This has made it very challenging to gain interest and acceptance by those responsible for rapid transit purchase decisions that impact engineering, maintenance, finance and operations.At this time, Penn Machine Company is interested in supporting an IPRO team that would study the complex combination of technical, marketing, financial, and community issues associated with demonstrating, specifying and accepting resilient wheel product technology in rapid transit applications. An IPRO team can play an important role in defining the complete "value proposition" for a rapid transit operation like the CTA, and provide independent, unbiased views on the full benefits vs. costs of their resilient wheel product technology. A particular benefit of an IPRO team working on this problem is that IIT students and consulting faculty can prepare their analysis and recommendations from a local Chicago perspective. There are several tasks that the team can undertake, based on guidance provided by the sponsor and available time during the semester: (1) review extensive engineering analyses and research reports and studies available from Penn Machine Company and its German licensor to fully understand and confirm the best available technology for rail wheel performance enhancement, and noise and vibration mitigation; (2) review the state-of-the-art and visit rapid transit and light rail operations in the U.S.;(3) evaluate procurement and purchase decision processes associated with rail car and other capital equipment investments in the passenger rail transportation industry;(4) study the variety of financial analyses (first cost, life cycle cost, present value analysis, etc.) used to support purchase decision making for products with high initial cost but competitive life cycle cost in various industries;(5) study the historical context of urban development, decline and renewal that influence social, political and economic cost-benefit considerations of noise, vibration and other environmental issues associated with local transit operations, ridership, and affected communities and structures adjacent to rail right-of-way; and(6) study the effect of government regulations (e.g., Federal Railway Administration) and related industry standards and practices (American Association of Railroads, Occupational Safety and Health Administration) on the specification and purchase of technologies that have long term economic and social benefit. In general, the IPRO team may identify creative approaches for enhancing the "value proposition" for marketing these rail wheel set products. The results of the IPRO team's work should be focused to developing a thorough, broad study of technical, economic, organizational, business/marketing, and community issues. The goal is to create a compelling case for gaining rail transit commitment to collaborate on demonstrating the efficacy of resilient wheel products offered by Penn Machine Company., Sponsorship: NA, Project Plan for IPRO 315: Noise Abatement Issue for the Spring 2002 semester

: Bus Tracker (Spring 2003) ENPRO 371: BusTracker ENPRO371 Spring2003 Final Presentation; Goal is to develop a cost effective bus tracking system based on affordable radio-frequency technology that will increase customer satisfaction, safety and mass transit utilization., Sponsorship: Charles Industries, Project Plan for ENPRO371: Bus Tracker for the Spring 2003 semester

: Ethanol Ultra-Light Aircraft (Fall 2001) IPRO 317: Ethanol_Ultralight_IPRO317_Fall2001_Final_Presentation; Students will convert a Quicksilver MXII ultralight airplane to run on E85 fuel (85% ethanol, 15% gasoline). This is technically challenging because the plane uses a 2-stroke Rotax 503 engine, where the oil must be mixed in with the fuel. After the conversion, the plane will be flight-tested. In addition to the technical aspects, the project involves maintaining relationships with sponsors, public relations, and a study of the impact of ethanol on the ultralight aircraft market, Sponsorship: NA, Project Plan for IPRO 317: Ethanol Ultralight Aircraft for the Fall 2001 semester

: The Nomad; Inspired by a need for personal space in a fast paced, highly mobile world, the nomad project combines the mobility and strength of a pickup truck with the convenience of a small living space. By combining a work space, kitchen, sleeping area and bathroom, this project allows this compact space to allow for the comforts of a home to be available wherever a person can travel. This exploration of the duality of interior space experiments with the folding of program space from a collapsible set of planes to a space which can be used in daily life.

: Hutong Skyscraper high-rise studio; This is Hutong Skyscraper high-rise studio, Sponsorship:

: Design and Prototyping Information Tools for High Performance IPRO Teams, IPRO 373; The purpose of this IPRO project is to develop a single, consolidated, interactive information resource for IPRO teams that replaces information currently found at the IPRO web site., Sponsorship: IPRO Office, Project plan for IPRO 373: Design and Prototyping Information Tools for High Performance IPRO Teams, the summer 2012 semester

: Sensor Systems in the Transportation Industry (Spring 2001) IPRO 353; The prototypes for a railroad tank car monitoring system have been developed in prior IPRO projects. The prototypes now need to be developed into potential product form, beta tested, and evaluated both technically and from a market perspective. A patent application has been outlined. A business plan needs to be written that gathers the information required to decide on a commercial product offering to Union Tank Car as the first customer. A market survey should define the potential market within the railroad industry, the economics of such a business, and its potential in other related market segments, such as trucking. At the end of this Entrepreneurial IPRO, we should have beta tested the potential product. If the results are successful, manufacturers and suppliers should be identified to bring the product to market. A first sale offering should be made to Union Tank Car, assuming beta testing is successful. The possibility to formulate a successful business together with our first customer, Union Tank Car, will be evaluated. The team required to execute the business plan will be identified; and the.potential for financing will also be addressed. This entrepreneurial team would ideally consist of chemistry and chemical engineering students for sensor development work; mechanical and electrical engineering students for product engineering and production setup; business school and law school students to support business plan development, market analysis and patenting for the business., Sponsorship: Union Tank Car Company, a member of The Marmon Group of companies., Project Plan for IPRO 353: Sensor Systems in the Transportation Industry for the Spring 2001 semester

: Innovation in Spirometry (Spring 2001) IPRO 360; IIT has developed and patented technology for the precise metering of flow for the natural gas industry. This technology may have important application in the healthcare and sports medicine field. More specifically, this precision flow meter may offer a better way to monitor the respiration of people with asthma and other respiratory conditions that require careful monitoring and periodic evaluation. It may also be a useful tool to calibrate various inhalation and breathing control devices used by individuals or used under controlled research circumstances. This could include the study of athletes, workers in specialized environments, etc. The purpose of this entrepreneurial IPRO project is twofold. First, it is important to explore the full market potential of a device based on this precision flow meter. This includes a profile of user application segments; driving forces for demand by individuals, researchers and the health care delivery community; and the regulatory environment and process that must be followed (including issues of efficacy for various users, safety, and pathways to trial, approval and market diffusion). In addition, the appropriate pathways to obtaining research and commercialization funding will be identified and evaluated, including SBIR applications. Part of this process involves developing an understanding of the application niche(s) that represent the greatest market opportunity to attract commercial investment, those that represent the earliest market opportunity to stimulate interest and purchase commitment, and those that represent the most viable opportunity to attract research support. A second important purpose is to design, build and test a prototype flow meter and associated electronics. The prototype design will respond to the identified market opportunities. It will include data acquisition and processing systems and user interfaces to provide useful information to the user, physician, researcher or regulatory body. Addressing both purposes can shape the business opportunity based on the precision flow metering technology. This project team may also coordinate with other another planned Spring 2001 IPRO projects IPRO 320, because of its potential focus on asthma incidence and general air quality monitoring in Bronzeville, Sponsorship: IIT Internal R&D, Project Plan for IPRO 360: Innovation in Spirometry for the Spring 2001 semester

: Hybrid Cars with Ultra Capacitor Augmentation (Spring 2003) IPRO 314; This IPRO is a continuation of the work of the IPRO 314, which is focusing on improving the efficiency of gasoline and hybrid vehicles through the use of ultra capacitors. The goal is to actually develop a hybrid electric vehicle with ultra capacitor augmentation. The need to improve the efficiency for vehicles using internal combustion engines is critical in order to reduce oil consumption and pollution in United States. Hybrid vehicles (e.g., those that use a combination of gas and electric power) also need to reduce cost and improve battery efficiency. The use of ultra capacitor technology in conjunction with electric generators and motors can assist in powering electrical equipment, braking operations, and charging batteries. This hands-on project will afford students the opportunity to research an apply concepts of mechanical, electrical, power, computer, economics, environmental, and materials engineering to hybrid vehicle technology, Sponsorship: IIT Collaboratory for Interprofessional Studies, Project Plan for IPRO 314: Hybrid Cars with Ultra Capacitor Augmentation for the Spring 2003 semester

: Innovations in Spirometry (Spring 2002) ENPRO 357; IIT has developed and patented technology for the precise metering of flow for the natural gas industry. This technology may have important application in the healthcare and sports medicine field. More specifically, this precision flow meter may offer a better way to monitor the respiration of people with asthma and other respiratory conditions that require careful monitoring and periodic evaluation. It may also be a useful tool to calibrate various inhalation and breathing control devices used by individuals or used under controlled research circumstances. This could include the study of athletes, workers in specialized environments, etc. The purpose of this entrepreneurial IPRO project is twofold. First, it is important to explore the full market potential of a device based on this precision flow meter. This includes a profile of user application segments; driving forces for demand by individuals, researchers and the health care delivery community; and the regulatory environment and process that must be followed (including issues of efficacy for various users, safety, and pathways to trial, approval and market diffusion). In addition, the appropriate pathways to obtaining research and commercialization funding will be identified and evaluated, including SBIR applications. Part of this process involves developing an understanding of the application niche(s) that represent the greatest market opportunity to attract commercial investment, those that represent the earliest market opportunity to stimulate interest and purchase commitment, and those that represent the most viable opportunity to attract research support. A second important purpose is to design, build and test a prototype flow meter and associated electronics. The prototype design will respond to the identified market opportunities. It will include data acquisition and processing systems and user interfaces to provide useful information to the user, physician, researcher or regulatory body. Addressing both purposes can shape the business opportunity based on the precision flow metering technology., Sponsorship: Irving and Sylvia Footlik Foundation, Project Plan for ENPRO 357: Innovations in Spirometry for the Spring 2002 semester

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