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"It seems like the more people I talk to, the more I realize just how good of an engineering program LSSU has. I appreciate your classes, your ability to make learning an enjoyable experience, and the hands-on attitude of LSSU as a whole. I am very glad I chose LSSU."

Jake Weinmann Controls Engineer, ADD Software/Fanuc Robotics

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Senior Projects 2009-2010

Team Future Innovators of Railroad Engineering

Members:

Skylar Clark
Tom McGrail
Nathan Parker
Patrick Reed
Justin Storie

Faculty Advisor:

Dr. Andrew Jones

Company:

Lake Superior State University

Industrial Contact:

Mr. Paul Duesing

Project Description: Remote Train Coupler System

Team FIRE designed and constructed a scale prototype coupler for two variants of “O” scale model railroads. The system allows remote controlled coupling and uncoupling of railroad cars at any location through wireless communication. The design includes a coupler locking mechanism and a method to miniaturize the mechanism to operate on the smaller “HO” scale. It is the second phase of a two-year project with a patent pending.

Links to the 2009-2010 Senior Projects Teams:

National Award

Fisheries and Wildlife Club

The LSSU Fisheries and Wildlife Club was awarded the "2009 Student Sub-Unit of the Year" from the national American Fisheries Society.

This award recognizes outstanding professionalism, active resource protection and enhancement programs, and commitment to the mission of the American Fisheries Society.

"This is the first time an all undergraduate program has received this award," said LSSU Biology Professor Ashley Moerke Ph.D.

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