The intent of the project was to create a radio telescope capable of mapping hydrogen in the galaxy and teaching young, aspiring astronomers how different (non-optical) types of telescopes are constructed.
The “Making is Thinking” course focused on the process of making through an applied, client-based design/build project. Students designed, prototyped and constructed 32 pieces of finished furniture.
Each year for the past five years, sophomore engineering students at James Madison University work to design and build human-powered vehicles for a community member with needs very different from their own as a result of cerebral palsy.