Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 1: Mechanical and CAD Track

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Robert J. Kerestes, University of Pittsburgh; Anthony M. Popovski, University of Pittsburgh; Feng Xiong, University of Pittsburgh

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

exposure.ModulesTen modules were developed for the purpose of instructing students how to approach and useCOMSOL Multiphysics with the classkit license, as well as strengthen their understanding ofelectromagnetic concepts taught in class. The ten modules can be organized into three separateprojects: • Demonstration of Ampère’s Law (Six Modules) • Demonstration of Electric Fields and Shielding (Two Modules) • Demonstration of Q and V Methods for Determining Capacitance (Two Modules)These projects guide the student through the creation of 2D and 3D geometries, the assigning ofmaterial properties and physical boundary conditions, the performing of a study, and the analysisof the results.Earlier modules provide more details and step-by-step

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 2: Solar Track

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Matt Aldeman, Illinois State University; Jin Ho Jo, Illinois State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

home’s volume to surface area ratio, which reduces the total amount ofheat transfer through the walls. The homes in Figures 3(m), (n), and especially (q) and (r) werebuilt into the ground to make an Earthen home. This also increases the efficiency of the home byadding insulation to the home’s walls and reducing the rate of heat transfer through the walls.The home in Figure 3(m) and (n) also featured a large rainwater collection system. The homes inFigures 3(a), (b), (g), (h), (i), (j), (k), (l), (m), (n), (s), and (t) all incorporated a PV system.Considering that solar photovoltaics is a major portion of the course, and students gainsignificant lab experience working with PV system components, it is not surprising that moststudents incorporate

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 3: Education Track

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Jan DeWaters P.E., Clarkson University; Stefan J. Grimberg, Clarkson University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Food Waste at Wastewater Treatment Facilities. Retrieved 12/16/2020 from https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/documents/Why- Anaerobic-Digestion.pdf.[15] Edwards, J., Othman, M., Crossin, E., Burn, S. (2018). Life cycle assessment to compare the environmental impact of seven contemporary food waste management systems. Bioresource Technology 248(Q): 156-173. www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0960852417309744.[16] Food Waste Reduction Alliance (2016). Analysis of U.S. Food Waste Among Manufacturers, Retailers, and Restaurants. Retrieved 12/16/2020 from http://www.foodwastealliance.org/wp- content/uploads/2013/05/FWRA-Food-Waste-Survey-2016-Report_Final.pdf.[17] Food Waste Project, City of West Lafayette. https