Robots are widely used in commercial applications and military and police operations around the world, but they lack visual perception and threat-recognition because they often operate solely on location sensors. Researchers at Missouri University of Science and Technology are using deep learning – a type of machine learning – to develop “leader-follower” robot swarms equipped with cameras that will allow them to visually perceive and learn, recognize threats and analyze options to keep humans safe from harm.
Read More »A new bachelor’s degree in environmental science will soon be offered at Missouri S&T. The Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education recently approved Missouri S&T’s proposal to create the new bachelor of science degree.
Read More »When NASA sends humans to the moon for the first time in nearly 50 years as part of its Artemis Exploration Program, research conducted by Missouri S&T Ph.D. student David Lund will help crew members understand the ways plasma and lunar surface dust interact.
Read More »Ten winners have been announced in Missouri University of Science and Technology’s 150th Anniversary Poetry and Writing Contest. Missouri S&T partnered with Arts Rolla, Southwinds, the Missouri S&T Writing Center and the Center for Arts and Innovation to host the competition for original written works.
Read More »Dr. Frank Liou, the Michael and Joyce Bytnar Professor and director of manufacturing engineering at Missouri S&T, has been named to the College of Fellows of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) and will be honored at the 2021 SME Fall Gala on Nov. 10. The SME fellows honor was established in 1986 to recognize outstanding contributions to the social, technological and educational aspects of the manufacturing profession. Only those with 20 or more years of dedicated service can receive this honor.
Read More »Dr. Dennis D. Truax, the 2022 president of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), will present a talk titled “Engineering Our Future” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20, on the Missouri S&T campus. He will discuss how ASCE envisions building a better infrastructure system using new methods and advanced materials to support a sustainable, inclusive and equitable society.
Read More »As America’s infrastructure ages and climate change takes a toll on highways, railroads and bridges, Missouri S&T is researching stronger, longer-lasting materials and innovative technologies as a member of the only national university transportation center focused on improving the durability and extending the lifespan of infrastructure.
Read More »Five former student-athletes from Missouri University of Science and Technology and Missouri S&T’s athletics director were inducted into the Academy of Miner Athletics during a ceremony held Friday, Oct. 8, at the Signature Event Center in Rolla. The academy recognizes alumni who have brought honor to the university’s athletic department through their accomplishments on the […]
Read More »Missouri University of Science and Technology crowned the 2021 Homecoming Queen and King at halftime of the Oct. 9 football game between S&T and Truman State University. Olivia Romisch, a sophomore in civil engineering, was named Missouri S&T’s 2021 Homecoming Queen. Blake Elder, a senior in civil engineering, was named Missouri S&T’s 2021 Homecoming King.
Read More »Seven professionals with ties to Missouri University of Science and Technology were inducted into the Missouri S&T Academy of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineers during an induction ceremony held Thursday, Oct. 7. The academy recognizes outstanding alumni for their professional achievement and success. It also provides support and experience to help the mechanical and aerospace engineering department at Missouri S&T reach its collective mission and values
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