Non-healing wounds are a significant medical challenge, and tissue engineering offers a promising solution for skin regeneration. This project aims to accelerate skin graft production for severe wound healing by focusing on the mechanobiology of human dermal fibroblasts. Understanding how cells sense and react to stimuli will allow us to create conditions that promote cell proliferation. In this project we will particularly focus on hydrostatic pressure and stiffness. To apply and measure the effects of these stimuli, bioreactors are essential tools. They enable the cultivation of cells in a controlled environment while applying various stimuli, including hydrostatic pressure and stiffness. The goal of this thesis is to design a bioreactor from scratch and optimize its parameters based on experimental findings related to cell proliferation rates. By tailoring the bioreactor conditions, we can affect cell proliferation. - Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor Thesis, Master Thesis
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Drying (e.g. Pasta drying) is the most energy intensive process step, sometimes taking up more than 50% of the total energy consumption of a plant. Superheated steam drying could present an energy efficient alternative to classical hot-air drying systems used today. This new technology could have a massive impact on the carbon-footprint and sustainability of food-drying; making it a highly future-oriented and potentially impactful innovation. - Interdisciplinary Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
- ETH Zurich (ETHZ), Master Thesis, Semester Project
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The Swiss watch industry focuses on perfectioning their capabilities since its beginnings. The use of printable, protective elements during surface finishing processes would allow for a new level of resolution and complexity. Nevertheless, currently used materials are not printable due to their high viscosity and are often hard to remove. We therefore are developing a printable polymeric coating that allows for traceless removal with water. - Chemical Engineering, Colloid and Surface Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Macromolecular Chemistry, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymers
- Bachelor Thesis, ETH Zurich (ETHZ), Master Thesis, Semester Project
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The goal of the project is to develop and test a smart sock prototype for plantar pressure measurements. The smart sock contains textile based pressure sensors and a readout module. This technology can be used for plantar pressure monitoring in diverse wearable applications ranging from healthcare to sports. - Biomedical Engineering, Medical and Health Sciences
- Master Thesis
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The goal of the project is to assess the feasibility of using commercially available plantar pressure monitoring devices (so called smart insoles) on the diabetic population. Pressure ulcers are a common complication of the diabetic foot, and monitoring plantar pressure continuously is a potential measure of prevention. Diabetic patients are often prescribed personalized footwear (e.g., curved insoles that accommodate any deformity in the feet). This project aims at assessing the potential of the smart insoles available on the market to monitor plantar pressure in diabetic patients with such custom footwear. - Biomedical Engineering, Medical and Health Sciences
- Bachelor Thesis, Semester Project
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A masonry bridge is a type of bridge constructed using masonry, which includes materials such as stone, brick, or concrete blocks. These bridges rely on the principles of compressive strength, where the weight and loads are transferred through the structure primarily by compressing the masonry materials. Many masonry bridges are designed with arches, which effectively distribute weight and handle compressive forces. Structural health monitoring (SHM) is of great significance in maintaining the safe operation of such infrastructure as its material properties are deteriorating due to effects such as climate change, while the demands of modern transport systems are increasing significantly. - Structural Engineering
- ETH Zurich (ETHZ), Master Thesis, Semester Project
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This project focuses on developing a magnetically controlled drug delivery system (microrobot) for cardiovascular interventions. - Biology, Chemistry, Engineering and Technology, Medical and Health Sciences, Physics
- Master Thesis, Semester Project
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This project mainly focuses on the automation of the existing 5D bioprinter, optimizing the software for updated system use, and developing the print head for better complex 3D prints. This printer will be used for bioprinting applications. - Acoustics and Acoustical Devices; Waves, Automotive Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Hardware, Control Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Printing Technology, Robotics and Mechatronics, Systems Theory and Control
- Bachelor Thesis, Master Thesis, Semester Project
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The Multi-Scale Robotics Lab develops novel actuation methods for endoscopic devices utilizing magnetic navigation systems (MNS). In MNS, an external magnetic field applies forces and torques on magnets attached to the endoscopes. To control these endoscopes, precise shape estimation techniques are required. Current methods try to estimate the endoscope’s shape by measuring the external field along the endoscope using hall-sensors. This method requires precise knowledge about the applied external field and often lacks in localization precision in certain directions.
- Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Master Thesis
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Bühler, a leading industry manufacturer in Uzwil, is partnering with ETH Zürich's Feasibility Lab to offer a unique master thesis opportunity. Throughout your thesis, you'll work hand-in-hand with a team of like-minded peers, following the principles of cross-functional teamwork and agile project planning. You can explore your interests in AI/Machine Learning, Robotics, UX, Additive Manufacturing, Food Science and more and actively define your own project scope. - Digital Systems, Environmental Technologies, Industrial Biotechnology and Food Sciences, Interdisciplinary Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
- ETH Zurich (ETHZ), Master Thesis, Semester Project
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