Graduating students in Western's Faculty of Engineering demonstrated their creativity, technical expertise and problem-solving abilities at Design Day 2026. This year's collaborative showcase brought together capstone projects from across multiple engineering programs, including electrical, mechatronic systems, software, integrated and mechanical and materials engineering.
This year's Design Day marked a significant milestone with projects from the first graduating class of the artificial intelligence systems engineering program, highlighting the faculty's continued growth in emerging and interdisciplinary fields.
Over the course of seven months, students work collaboratively to transform complex problem statements into fully realized engineering solutions. From early concept development to final prototypes, teams deliver comprehensive design packages that include manufacturing plans, cost analysis, testing and iterative improvements - culminating in presentations to faculty, industry partners and the broader community.
Student teams presented a diverse range of projects addressing real-world challenges across healthcare, accessibility, sustainability and advanced manufacturing.
