This integration will take into consideration potential design characteristics secondary to the proof of concept. Parallel advancements will be made to enhance existing technology that detects conductive materials while learning a process for detecting presently undetectable facilities. Through EPRC, faculty and graduate students from Nuclear Engineering and from Electrical and Computer Engineering conduct research on problems confronting electric power systems. The research scope includes generation, transmission, distribution, and end usage. EPRC's 20-member organizations include electric utilities, equipment manufacturers, and nuclear fuel vendors.
Members share in funding research projects and receive benefits through technology transfer.
They participate in establishing research priorities and provide employment opportunities for engineering graduates. The FMMC conducts multidisciplinary, applied research in areas of need for, or interest to, furniture manufacturers. Pooled funds are used to address generic problems with the goal of finding solutions that apply to large segments of the industry. Center specialists provided technical assistance and transfer research results to the member companies. The Center also serves as a focal point for recruiting outstanding students pursuing studies leading to careers in the furniture industry.