See the latest happenings in research, programming and education at Paul M. Rady Department of Mechanical Engineering. Learn how students, alumni, faculty, and staff are redefining what it means to be a mechanical engineer. 

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AB Nexus announces third round of grants

July 27, 2021

AB Nexus, an initiative to strengthen research collaboration between the CU Anschutz and CU Boulder campuses, is announcing its third call for proposals.

Kaushik and student in a field at night

Video: Kaushik Jayaram on Bio-Inspired Engineering

July 27, 2021

Inspired by the natural world, Kaushik Jayaram heads up the Animal Inspired Movement and Robotics Laboratory (AIM-RL) at CU Boulder. The group aims to develop robotic devices that benefit and enhance human capabilities in the areas of search and rescue, inspection and maintenance, personal assistance, and environmental monitoring.

Morgan Kauss

Alumni Spotlight: Morgan Kauss - Exo-Seat, a device to aid wheelchair users

July 15, 2021

The idea for the Exo-Seat came to Morgan Kauss when she was working as a caregiver for a local woman, Cindy, who has Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis.

Jake Riley

No More Next Times: Q&A with Olympic Marathoner and ME alumnus Jake Riley

July 14, 2021

Jake Riley reflects on his earliest wins, the importance of balance and the motivation of self-improvement.

Coors field as seen from the bleachers in center field

Hamlington on the physics of baseball at a mile high

July 7, 2021

Hamlington sat down with CU Boulder Today to talk about Coors Field’s reputation as a hitter’s park—and why science gives him a new appreciation for sports.

Massimo Ruzzene

Ruzzene Group featured in Nature publication on new field of twistronics

July 2, 2021

Researchers in mechanical engineering have published new findings that explore the properties of mechanical lattices, or opposed to atomic lattices, which are twisted relative to each other. The research is part of the new field of “twistronics” in physics and has potential applications in the design of new materials that are able to transmit or absorb sound.

Microscopic view of the kidney

Research paves way for new kidney treatment, potential synthetic transplant options

June 16, 2021

A new lab at CU Boulder is exploring how the extracellular matrix – a network of proteins that surrounds cells and provides structural and mechanical cues in the body – specifically impacts kidney growth, development and function.

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How I built an electric bicycle

June 1, 2021

My name is Xander Sugarman, and I am a mechanical engineering student passionate about having fun on bicycles. I have always wanted an e-bike; however, they tend to be quite expensive, which is a major barrier to entry. After my summer internship was cancelled due to the pandemic, I applied...

Robert Reid

Machining internship provides valuable insight into the manufacturing process

June 1, 2021

During the summer of 2020, I had the opportunity to work with Hirsh Precision Products Inc. as a CNC machinist intern. Hirsh is a high-precision manufacturing company located in Gunbarrel, Colorado, that manufactures and assembles parts for a variety of industries including medical, aerospace and energy. I first heard of...

Virginia Ferguson and Mark Borden

Ferguson, Borden earn AB Nexus grants to partner with CU Anschutz

June 1, 2021

The researchers are studying pelvic organ prolapse and Type 1 diabetes.

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