2023

Student Projects

Stand Number: 4603

Project title: Ellie The Mobility and Care Assister

Overview: A prototype electro-mechanical device that is designed to assist people with mobility.

School Name: CBS The Green

School County: Kerry

Stand Number: 4604

Project title: AI Control of Robots using Reinforcement Learning Algorithms

Overview: We are researching reinforcement learning algorithms to control robots. Then we will write our own algorithms in Python and download the code to a robot

School Name: Ennistymon Community School

School County: Clare

Stand Number: 4605

Project title: Smart Embedded Clothing for the Visually Impaired

Overview: Designing a jacket with embedded sensors that detect obstacles for the visually impaired. Utilises smart sensor feedback with appropriate actuation i.e. vibration sensors.

School Name: Davis College

School County: Cork

Stand Number: 4606

Project title: IndependentMe: An at home healthcare device to support independent living for people suffering from memory impairment.

Overview: Our device combines familial vocal reminders and health testing equipment customised to support independent living whilst also alerting family members to any issues.

School Name: Mungret Community College

School County: Limerick

Stand Number: 4607

Project title: Enhancing adaptive learning in AI through tactile feedback in dynamic environments

Overview: Developing a humanoid AI with tactile feedback to enhance adaptability and learning in dynamic environments through physical interactions and failure based learning.

School Name: The Institute of Education

School County: Dublin

Stand Number: 4608

Project title: Multimedia Content Analysis Using Python: Brightness, Sound, and Color Extraction

Overview: A Python-based tool analysing video brightness, sound, and colour, providing real-time insights for multimedia quality control, film study, and content creation applications.

School Name: Presentation College Headford

School County: Galway

Stand Number: 4609

Project title: Virtual Reality Glove: A Cheap Alternative to Immersion in VR

Overview: A DIY, budget-friendly VR glove providing a cost-effective alternative to expensive controllers, enhancing accessibility and immersive experiences in virtual reality for everyone.

School Name: Coláiste Mhuire Mullingar

School County: Westmeath

Stand Number: 5100

Project title: Methane Busters: Harnessing tannins and feed additives to clean up slurry tank emissions.

Overview: Using a dual approach to reduce methane emissions from the Irish bovine herd by targeting methanogenic microorganisms in the rumen and slurry tank.

School Name: Moate Community School

School County: Westmeath

Stand Number: 5101

Project title: The differential impact of climate change in regions of Ireland

Overview: The media states that global warming is occurring, but are different sites in Ireland affected the same way? This project aims to address this question.

School Name: St David's Holy Faith Secondary

School County: Wicklow

Stand Number: 5102

Project title: How Efficient Is Electricity Generation from Vegetation?

Overview: This project tests the potential that plants and microorganisms can generate electricity through their natural processes and environment.

School Name: Castleknock College

School County: Dublin

Stand Number: 5103

Project title: Wild(Mix) Attraction - Uncovering Pollinator Preferences in Wildflower Mixes

Overview: This project investigates how physical flower traits from various wildflower mixes influence pollinator attraction, analysing colour, shape, size, and nectar sugar content.

School Name: St Bricin's College

School County: Cavan

Stand Number: 5104

Project title: Root Rivalry: Do heritage seeds outgrow their modern competition?

Overview: Investigating if there is a difference in the root growth between two plants, one grown from heritage seeds and the other from modern seeds

School Name: Loreto Secondary School Balbriggan

School County: Dublin