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PocketSports: The Digital Coaching App
Full text linkWhile many apps address only one aspect of coaching, PocketSports aims to better the entire experience by offering a solution with an all-in-one functionality, eliminating the need for multiple apps. Coaches can… 1. Set and Track Goals 2. Design Practice Plans 3. Execute and Analyze Practice Plans Players can… 1. Create Goals and Monitor Progress 2. View Practice Plans 3. Review Practice Result
Hidden Hammerheads: Discovering Genetic Markers of Differentiation and Hybridization in Cryptic Shark Species
Full text linkScalloped hammerheads (Sphyrna lewini) are a globally endangered species whose life history traits make them vulnerable to fishing pressure1,2. Conservation of the species has been complicated by the discovery of the cryptic Carolina hammerhead (Sphyrna gilberti), which overlaps in range and closely resembles S. lewini3. The only consistent morphological difference, vertebrae count, is lethal to assess (Figures 1 & 2). Few studies have jointly assessed S. gilberti and S. lewini populations, and only one has previously investigated potential hybridization4. This study is the first to develop a method for determining hybridization using a combination of the nuclear gene ITS2 and the mitochondrial control region (mtDNA). Because mtDNA is maternally inherited and nuclear DNA is inherited from both parents, a mismatch between them, known as mitonuclear discordance, can reveal hybridization (Figure 4). If the mtDNA indicates one species while the nuclear DNA indicates another, it suggests the individual had parents of different species and is therefore a hybrid. These tools provide an accessible, nonlethal method for detecting hybridization in cryptic elasmobranchs (sharks, skates, and rays), which is crucial for informing effective conservation strategies
Mapping the Botanical Gardens: A Guide to Florida Tech’s Greenspace
Full text linkThe Joy & Gordon Patterson Botanical Gardens on the Florida Tech campus are an important asset to the university. The garden provides a large recreational area for students, faculty and the public. It is also home to numerous interesting native and imported plant species. This abundance of natural capital is advertised as a perk of studying at Florida Tech, additionally this 16-acre watershed provides campus with flood protection. Therefore, it is important for visitors to be able to locate the various notable features of the gardens. Additionally, spatial data will be essential in guiding efforts to restore or re-vamp areas of the botanical gardens. While maps of the gardens exist, they are largely outdated, and backend data remains inaccessible. This project sought to fill these information gaps and develop a product that can be updated into the future using GIS-mapping software
Preparation and Synthesis of Mono-bridged Carbazolopyridinophane Intermediates
Full text linkHydrazine is a toxic compound commonly used in rocketry, pesticides, and pharmaceuticals. The severity of hydrazine exposure requires sensors to enforce safety requirements. Traditional methods are irreversible and hindered by response time and sensitivity. Carbazolopyridinophane (CP) was synthesized by the Brown group as a reusable carbazole-based sensor offering real-time detection at thresholds of 100ppb. With the recommended threshold at 10 ppb, there remains a need for a sensor with a lower detection limit. As part of the ongoing effort on CP, this work explores a mono-bridged CP to fill the target threshold. However, the synthesis was hindered by an Åkermark cyclization with low conversion resulting in difficulties isolating the target compound from its precursor. This was remedied with prep TLC, alleviating a constricting step in the overall synthesis using an approachable method which yields high purity and highly reproducible results
Towards Visual Inertial Navigation with Fixed Tetrahedral Targets
No full textThis dissertation presents a robust method for 6DoF position estimation under impaired visual conditions utilizing a minimum 4-point Perspective-n-Point (P4P) solver designed for tetrahedral targets. Using SO(3) × R 3 instead of SE(3), the method uses a Lie group-based formulation to discriminate between rotation and translation, thereby enabling computationally efficient, resource-conscious op- optimization while preserving correct geometric behavior. Designed using the contemporary C++17 library ShomerTarget, the solver is analytically formulated and assessed under pragmatic robotic conditions. Particularly in low-light and high-dynamic environments, experiments on embedded systems, UAVs, and NASA’s Astrobee show that the proposed solver attains enhanced accuracy compared to conventional conic-based and faster runtime than automatic differentiation solvers. Furthermore, the system is compatible with hybrid VINS, optimization-based (Astrobee), and filter-based (MSCKF) pipelines, enhancing resistance to motion blur and texture degradation. This work offers an open-source, modular, efficient P4P solver architecture suitable for real-time localization under visual deterioration
Performance Evaluation of Floating Offshore Wind Turbine using the Syrope Method: A Comparison of Chain and Chain-Polyester Configurations
No full textThis study investigates the influence of mooring system configuration and axial stiffness, determined using the syrope method, on the dynamic performance of floating offshore wind turbines (FOWTs). The syrope method accounts for changes in elongation and mass per unit length of the mooring line, while the static stiffness is iteratively updated with the desired pretension until the system reaches tension stability. The results reveal that chain mooring configurations exhibit higher static stiffness, increased tension, and greater motion fluctuations. In contrast, the chain-polyester-chain with static stiffness (CPC-S) configuration shows the lowest static stiffness, resulting in reduced tension and motion fluctuations. The dynamic chain-polyester-chain (CPC-D) configuration presents intermediate static stiffness and moderate tension and motion fluctuations, closely reflecting the real behavior of the structure. Additionally, the study highlights the significant impact of wind and wave forces on platform dynamics, with higher sea states leading to greater side moments and increased moment variability. The findings emphasize the importance of balancing stiffness and compliance in mooring design to optimize platform performance under the combined effects of wind and wave forces
A History of Florida Tech Libraries by University Historian Dr. Gordon Patterson
Full text linkAs part of the 40th Anniversary Celebration of Florida Tech, Dr. Gordon Patterson related the storied history of the Libraries at Florida Tech and their contribution to the university\u27s accreditation and success
Oral History Interview with Terri Wright, Retired Station Manager WFIT
No full textThis interview with Terri Wright, the retired Station Director of WFIT, provides a detailed look into her 30-year career and the history of the radio station. Wright, who came to Melbourne in 1991, started as a volunteer with a jazz show before being hired as a membership person and eventually becoming the general manager in 1998. The transcript highlights WFIT\u27s unique identity as a volunteer-driven organization with deep community ties. She discusses key figures like Sonny Marble, Jack Simpson, Blair Clark, and Fred Migliore, who were instrumental in shaping the station\u27s sound. Wright also recounts the station\u27s challenging move from its original subterranean location in Roberts Hall—including a major sewage flood—to its current state-of-the-art building, made possible by a $1.5 million state grant. She emphasizes the station\u27s role in connecting the community and promoting local nonprofit organizations. While acknowledging the challenges of declining student involvement and the aging listener base in the digital age, Wright expresses hope for the future of terrestrial radio. The interview concludes with an anecdote from Gordon Patterson about the infamous sewage flood and a final thank you to Wright for her time
Key Considerations for Financial Statement Auditors Before Leveraging Artificial Intelligence in Their Audits
No full textThere is a growing role for generative AI tools to be used in financial statement audits. The tools offer numerous advantages, including enhanced data analysis, continuous learning, predictive insights, audit automation, and cost savings. However, challenges remain, such as data privacy risks, bias in training data and the inability to verify source data. Learn more in this article
Speaking Up: Aeronautics Student Voice Propensity and Power Distance By Experience
No full textThis research suggests that there is a difference in voice propensity and power distance with flight experience