College
College of Engineering and Polymer Science
Date of Last Revision
2023-05-06 08:14:04
Major
Computer Engineering
Honors Course
CPEN 401/402
Number of Credits
6
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2023
Abstract
The movement of furniture is an often overlooked pain point for physically-challenged individuals, especially when rearranging furniture in a room. These individuals may try to minimize the risk of tip-over or strain-related injuries by seeking assistance from others. Still, some individuals are limited in finding volunteers forthcoming and capable of helping. This can lead to a dilemma of either being able to find individuals willing to assist in the process or risking one’s own personal safety when moving furniture. The proposed design project implements the use of multiple, independent platforms with mecanum wheels placed underneath each corner of a piece of furniture by a user. These devices will work together to move furniture based on commands from a wireless device, allowing for the adjustment of furniture with more flexible positioning and will negate the requirement of human force, preventing physical strain on one's body.
Research Sponsor
Gregory Lewis
First Reader
Dr. Kye-Shin Lee
Second Reader
Dr. Mohammed Ali
Honors Faculty Advisor
Dr. Kye-Shin Lee
Proprietary and/or Confidential Information
No
Recommended Citation
Burkhardt, Zachariah; Mucciarone, Gary; Mucciarone, Gino; Soto, Juan; and Kotyk, David, "Furniture Mover" (2023). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 1696.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/1696