Projects

As we are currently in the Foundation Phase, there is no set project yet. We are hiring executives to help conceptualize and architect our first major build this summer, with physical assembly starting in September.

Join the Exec Team to shape QNET's first project

What to expect ↓

Project Philosophy

Before a build is approved, every QNET project must satisfy three core pillars to ensure it meets our standard.

1. Teaches nuclear engineering concepts: Providing members with tangible, hands-on experience with nuclear physics.

2. Involves multiple disciplines: Nuclear engineering is a vastly interdisciplinary field, therefore our projects must reflect that.

3. Achievable within timeline and resources: Scoped appropriately to be completed safely and effectively by a student team.

Example Project 1

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Geiger Counter Prototype

A compact, portable radiation detection system designed for real-time environmental monitoring.

Mechanical

Designing the ergonomic chassis and lead-shielding components using advanced CAD modeling and stress simulation.

Example Project 2

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Cloud Chamber

A continuously active Peltier-cooled cloud chamber that makes background ionizing radiation visible to the naked eye.

Mechanical

Precision casing, thermal insulation, and fluid housing to ensure an optimal viewing window for the chamber.

Example Project 3

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Gamma Spectrometer

A scintillation detector setup utilizing a photomultiplier tube to identify specific radioactive isotopes.

Mechanical

Engineering a completely light-tight enclosure for the sensitive photomultiplier tube and structural mounts for lead shielding.