The “Paper Rocket” of the Los Angeles Science and Technology Expo takes off | Los Angeles Focus | Los Angeles

Students witness paper rocket launches on the baseball field. (Reporter Shen Wei/Photography)

Los AngelesCal State LA held the 20th Science and Technology Expo (MESA STEM Day) on campus on the 19th, attracting more than 730 students from 17 high schools and 12 junior high schools in the Los Angeles area, inspiring them to explore science , curiosity and enthusiasm for innovative technology.

On the day of the event, students visited a display of scientific research results, learned about career development planning and participated in hands-on activities. Under the guidance of LSU professors, alumni, current students, and industry professionals, they have the opportunity to explore different areas of scientific research interest, including hydrogen energy,electric car(EV vehicle), 3D printing, Robotic Dog Research Project, etc. One of the highlights was paper rockets, where students designed and built rockets using construction paper, learning how design affects mass, stability and flight performance, and witnessed the successful launch of small rockets on the baseball field.

The expo was co-organized by the College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology at Los Angeles University and the Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement Center (MESA). College Dean Dr. Nancy Warter-Perez said that the Science and Technology Expo has continued to stimulate middle school students’ interest in mathematics, engineering and science for 20 years. Many participants later entered Los Angeles University and passed on their professional knowledge and experience to the new generation of students through expos and various programs. There were more than 120 state university student volunteers on site that day, some of whom got up as early as 5:30 in the morning to prepare for the event. Everyone was enthusiastic about it.

Dr. Joseph Lucey, assistant professor at Los Angeles University, hosted a workshop on civil engineering and coastal hydrology. By simulating natural phenomena such as tides, precipitation and waves, students learn how they affect coastal communities and beaches. They also learn about infrastructure design and observe how their structures interact with natural events. Lucey is also an alumnus of Los Angeles University and received his master’s and doctorate degrees from UCLA. He pointed out that modern society often ignores the dynamic changes in the living environment, resulting in the traditional infrastructure facingfloodIt may be counterproductive, for example, if a high wall blocks the drainage of flood water, or if the drainage system is not perfect, causing reverse overflow. The real challenge now is to find practical solutions to protect changing communities facing multiple natural hazards.

Flora Lo, a Chinese high school student who participated in the event, said that what excites her most is being able to communicate face-to-face with engineers. She mentioned that she is particularly interested in hands-on things and hopes to work in the field of mechanical engineering or materials engineering in the future. She felt very cool seeing the scientific research projects of engineers this time.

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Dr. Joseph Lucey (speaker) leads a workshop on Civil Engineering and Coastal Hydrology. (Reporter Shen Wei/Photography)

In the civil engineering and coastal hydrology workshop, students participated in simulation experiments. (Reporter Shen Wei/Photography)

Dr. Nancy Warter-Perez talks with two middle school students who came to learn about robotic dog research. (Reporter Shen Wei/Photography)

Hydrogen power research display. (Reporter Shen Wei/Photography)

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