MEMS 4110: The Scissor Arm Extender

Authors

Nathaniel J. D'Alesio, Washington University in St. LouisFollow
Raymond J. Hogea, Washington University in St. LouisFollow
Jaden L. Crocker, Washington University in St. LouisFollow
Edward N. Hogea, Washington University in St. LouisFollow

Language

English (en)

Publication Date

Fall 2025

Document Type

Final Report

Embargo Date

1-9-2027

Problem Statement

The widespread adoption of electric vehicles is limited by the inconvenience and physical demands of manually connecting charging cables, particularly for individuals with mobility impairments. Existing automated charging solutions are either insufficient in reach, overly bulky, or cost-prohibitive. There is a need for a compact, affordable, and fully automated charging connector extender that can deliver a standard J1772 charging plug to a vehicle’s port with minimal human interaction, enabling accessible and efficient EV charging for all users.

Author's School

McKelvey School of Engineering

Author's Department

Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science

Class Name

Mechanical Engineering Design Project (MEMS 411)

Comments

1 year embargo period

Recommended Citation

D'Alesio, Nathaniel J.; Hogea, Raymond J.; Crocker, Jaden L.; and Hogea, Edward N., "MEMS 4110: The Scissor Arm Extender" (2025). Mechanical Engineering Design Project Class. 256.
https://openscholarship.wustl.edu/mems411/256