Project number
26010
Organization
RBC Sargent Aerospace & Defense
Offering
ENGR498-F2025-S2026
The objective of this senior design project is to develop a fully functional prototype of an industrial-grade coolant management system. The system will autonomously monitor and control coolant level, concentration, and temperature using PLC-driven components. Integration with Kahr’s SCADA platform (Ignition) will enable real-time visualization via an HMI dashboard, alarm notifications for out-of-range conditions, and comprehensive data logging to support predictive maintenance and operational insights.
Key features will include a leak detection mechanism that compares coolant consumption with machine runtime, as well as advanced fault detection through sensor redundancy and plausibility checks. Upon detecting a fault, the system will automatically transition to manual mode, trigger alarms, log the event, and display detailed diagnostic messages.
As a secondary deliverable focused on long-term reliability, the system will also include bacterial culture monitoring and a self-cleaning mechanism for critical sensors. These features aim to minimize maintenance requirements and ensure sustained performance over time.
Overall, final deliverables will include a fully functional prototype, comprehensive system documentation, validation and testing results, and user-oriented materials such as operation manuals and HMI interface guides.