Mississippi State University group YongOptimization has placed first in the Grid Optimization (GO) Challenge 3 Competition. Yong Fu, a professor and the Tennessee Valley Authority Endowed Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, led the research and development team in the Department of Energy’s Grid Optimization (GO) Competition Challenge III. The competition saw 18…
Dear Faculty, Staff, Students and Friends of the Bagley College of Engineering: As we prepare for this week’s commencement ceremonies, I reflect on a truly outstanding semester at Mississippi State University. I continue to be amazed by the work being done by our students, alumni, staff and faculty. Here are a few of our most…
An assistive technology system for wheelchairs, a hands-free automatic attic temperature regulator, and a self-propelled acquisition robot all took top prizes at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Capstone Design Showcase. The showcase, which occurs in the fall and spring semesters, featured twenty teams from the department’s Capstone Design I and Capstone Design II…
On Sunday, 5 November 2023, the Mississippi State University Space Cowboys conducted their first hybrid test fire in over six years at the newly built test pad in Starr Forrest just outside of Starkville, MS. This was a procedural test of the contrails hybrid rocket motor and included validating the steps from past experiences and…
MSU EcoCAR’s new acquisition, the Cadillac LYRIQ, is a smooth and quiet ride. With its hands-free Super Cruise and comprehensive, innovative system that includes rear park assist and automatic emergency braking, even someone who knows nothing about cars can recognize the thoughtfulness put into the 2023 design. The vehicle is so quiet that only the…