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Power Your Innovation with BYU Engineering Talent

Collaborate with top students to solve real problems. Keep your IP, save time, and discover new talent at a fraction of typical development costs.

What You Get as a Sponsor

Partnering with BYU Capstone gives your organization access to a powerful, cost-effective R&D resource while connecting you with top engineering talent.

✅ Dedicated Student Team

A multidisciplinary team of 5-8 senior engineering students will work on your project for two semesters, applying their technical skills and creativity to solve real problems.

✅ Affordable, All-Inclusive Pricing

For a flat fee of $22,000, you receive full project execution from kickoff to final deliverables—no overhead, no hidden fees.

✅ You Keep All Intellectual Property

Your organization retains 100% of the IP developed during the project. All students are under NDA, and we can meet your needs for US citizenship.

✅ Weekly Project Updates

You assign a liaison engineer from your company, and we assign a faculty coach at BYU. You’ll receive regular updates, milestone reviews, and have direct input throughout the project.

✅ Custom Project Timeline

Projects run from September through April, aligning with the academic calendar. We’ll work with you in advance to scope the project, finalize expectations, and assign your team.

✅ Access to Future Hires

Many sponsors use Capstone to identify high-performing students for internships or full-time roles. It’s an excellent way to evaluate talent before making a hiring decision.

Trusted by leading innovators across aerospace, defense, medtech, and beyond.

Summaries and Video Highlights of Past Projects

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Recent Project Highlights

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Representative Projects from 2024-25


Cybersecurity & Software


  • HTTP Fingerprinting System — Developed tools to identify attacker-in-the-middle proxy behavior at enterprise scale. (Sandia National Labs)
  • Automated Variable Mapping and Normalization — Built a web-based AI tool to translate raw log data into OCSF format, automating variable mapping and normalization for Splunk’s ingestion pipeline (Splunk)

Mechanical & Manufacturing


  • Automated Soda Cup Vending Machine — Engineered a fast, commercial-grade machine for drink-only orders. (BYU Dining Services)
  • Compliant Crash Bumper — Designed a fine-tuned, energy-absorbing bumper for precision semiconductor machinery. (ASML)
  • Stowable Tailgate Mechanism — Prototyped a modular tailgate design to enhance usability of the Ford F-150. (Ford)
  • Thermal-Seal Optimization for Pool Covers — Improved quality and efficiency in automated pool cover production. (Latham Pool Products)
  • Cable Strain Relief Molding System — Built an automated fixture for high-volume medical cable molding. (Varex Imaging)

Aerospace & Autonomous Systems


  • Drone Tracking with RF Triangulation — Built a real-time drone detection system using RF time-difference of arrival. (Raytheon)
  • Phased Array Calibration Target — Designed an aerial RF emitter for calibrating ground-based radar systems. (BAE Systems)
  • FAA-Compliant Drone ID via SDR — Built a software-defined radio transmitter for UAV Remote ID compliance. (AFRL)

Electrical & Embedded Systems


  • Millimeter-Wave Radar Testbed — Designed a modular radar system to evaluate materials for military defense. (INL)
  • Satellite Channel Emulator — Designed a tunable millimeter-wave radar system for lab-based testing of advanced materials and defense applications (L3Harris)

AI & Data Science


  • Smart Parts Search Engine — Developed an AI-powered tool for identifying parts via image and text inputs. (Edwards Lifesciences)
  • Production Intelligence Dashboard — Built a system on the Alexa platform to analyze and visualize daily manufacturing KPIs. (Flex)

Sustainability & Energy


  • Mobile Solar Power Platform — Engineered a rugged, off-grid solar unit with auto-tilt and wind safety features. (SunRoad Solar)
  • Wind Energy Optimization — Designed and tested a new turbine system for the DOE Collegiate Wind Competition. (DOE/CWC)

Medical & Biotech


  • Wearable Bowel Movement Sensor — Created a discreet, responsive device for non-verbal or dependent users. (Assistive Tech)

Other & Multidisciplinary


  • Offline Educational Server — Deployed a low-cost, internet-free content delivery system for rural schools. (Zambia Scholarship Fund)
  • Dozens of projects spanning systems design, embedded controls, AI/ML integration, and mechanical innovation.
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Disciplines Included in Capstone

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace
Automotive
Biomechanics
Design and Manufacturing/CAD
Mechatronics
Fluid Mechanics
Acoustics
Materials

Electrical Engineering

Signal Processing
Electromagnetics
RF
Robotics/Controls
Wireless Communication
Power
Machine Learning/AI

Computer Engineering

Machine Learning/AI
Embedded Systems
FPGAs
Networking
Software

Manufacturing Engineering

Smart Manufacturing
Augmented Reality
Tool and Fixture Design
Manufacturing Expertise
Efficiency Improvements
Design for Manufacturing

Cybersecurity

Penetration Testing
Augmented Reality
Cloud Architecture and Security
Cyber-Physical Systems
Software