Hourican_John-Finnian_pst.pdfFor my capstone project, I engineered printed graphene nanosheet sensors designed for high-performance applications in wearable electronics, aerospace, and biomedical devices. By analysing thickness-dependent electrical behaviour and evaluating advanced encapsulation strategies, I demonstrated that Tec-7 sealant effectively preserves sensitivity while protecting against environmental degradation — providing a viable pathway for translating cutting-edge sensor technology into real-world use.
Hourican_John-Finnian_rpt.pdfMonte Carlo Option Pricing vs Black–Scholes.pdfMmonteca Carlo Option Pricing Code.pdfThis project implements and analyzes Monte Carlo simulation methods for European option pricing, comparing the performance against the analytical Black-Scholes formula. The focus is on variance reduction techniques and their impact on convergence rates and computational efficiency.
Hidden Sensors final report template.pdfThis project focuses on developing a user-friendly probe to assess drinking water quality by measuring key parameters such as pH, turbidity, and total dissolved solids (TDS). The probe provides a quick evaluation—taking about five seconds—and outputs a numerical quality rating from 0 to 7 via MATLAB, where 7 indicates water quality comparable to bottled water and 1 signals very poor quality. Designed for both individual and remote use, this tool aims to help users determine water safety and prevent health risks from contaminated water, making it especially valuable in areas without reliable access to clean water. Ultimately, the project seeks to promote healthier communities by enabling easy and reliable water quality assessments worldwide.
Assembled Project Book.pdfThis project explores wireless energy and data transfer using light, aiming to enable technologies like battery-free cars, space-based solar farms, and ultra-fast, secure communications. Laser-based signals travel near the speed of light with minimal loss, achieving data rates far beyond traditional copper cables or radio frequencies. NASA has demonstrated successful laser communication with the moon, highlighting its potential for space missions and underwater data links to submarines. While current laser-to-electricity efficiency limits energy transfer to about 30%, advances in lasers and photovoltaic cells could improve this, making long-distance wireless power delivery feasible where cables aren’t practical. Challenges remain, including atmospheric interference and environmental concerns, but this technology promises to transform energy consumption and communication across Earth and beyond.