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Measuring radar waveguides

Company: Northrop Grumman

Major(s):
Primary: ME
Secondary: CMPSC

Non-Disclosure Agreement: NO

Intellectual Property: YES

Students will work with Northrop Grumman Engineers to research and develop a functional solution to mechanically measure waveguides for the TPS-78 radar. Waveguides are precision structures used to direct electromagnetic waves with minimal loss. Tight mechanical tolerances require careful measurement of each waveguide produced by the manufacture. Deliverables will include the measuring tool, associated software, and a final report and presentation justifying their engineering decisions. Included with the proposed solution, students will deliver documentation to operate and trouble shoot the tool in the event of failures. Solutions can include new design for a custom measuring device, identification and procurement of a commercial tool, or other ideas to streamline the inspection process. If a solution requires custom software, students would be expected to provide, at minimum, a working proof of concept. Additional deliverables include a project report detailing the process the group took to arrive at the final solution. Students should have a strong understanding of concepts from a variety of backgrounds. Possible solutions will require mechanical design, electrical design, software design, and manufacturing knowledge. You can see the radar here: https://www.northropgrumman.com/what-we-do/mission-solutions/radars/an-tps-78-advanced-capability-multi-mode-radar-mmr