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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 1

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Jinmyun Jo, Virginia State University; Xiaoyu Zhang, Old Dominion University; Ali A. Ansari, Virginia State University; Pamela Leigh-Mack, Virginia State University; James Irvin Cooke Jr., Virginia State University

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control system. Dr. Ansari is a professor of Computer Engineering at Virginia State University.Dr. Pamela Leigh-Mack, Virginia State UniversityDr. James Irvin Cooke Jr., Virginia State University Director of Assessment and Senior Capstone Experiences Program Coordinator of Information Logistics program Department of Technology Virginia State University c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Extended Summer Research to Senior Design Project Jinmyun Jo1, Xiaoyu Zhang2, Pamela Leigh-Mack1, Ali Ansari1, James I. Cooke Jr1 Virginia State University, Petersburg, VA 238061 Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA 235292IntroductionThere

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 3

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Benjamin Emery Mertz, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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- partment. His teaching focus is in fluid mechanics and thermodynamics but has also taught classes such as numerical methods and introduction to engineering. His interests include student pathways and mo- tivations into engineering and developing lab-based curriculum. He has also developed an interest in non-traditional modes of content delivery including online classes and flipped classrooms and incorporat- ing the entrepreneurial mindset into curriculum. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 A First-Year Power Plant Design ProjectAbstractThis evidence-based practice paper discusses the development and refinement of a first-yearengineering design project related to

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 1

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Hayrettin Bora Karayaka, Western Carolina University; Amber C. Thompson, Western Carolina University; Chip W. Ferguson, Western Carolina University

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. Dr. Thompson’s research interests are workforce development, engineering graphics and prototyping, and human factors in engineering. She has an Ed.D. from Liberty University, an Ed.S. from Northwestern State University of Louisiana, an M.S.T. from Western Carolina University, a B.S. from Appalachian State University, and an A.A.S. from Isothermal Community College.Dr. Chip W. Ferguson, Western Carolina University Chip Ferguson is the Associate Dean of the College of Engineering and Technology and Professor of Engineering and Technology at Western Carolina University. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Project Based Learning Program for Nuclear Workforce Development

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 1

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Matthew R. Aldeman, Illinois State University

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Paper ID #25533Improving Students’ Understanding of Electromagnetic Principles with anAlternator Design-Build-Test ProjectDr. Matthew R. Aldeman, Illinois State University Matt Aldeman is an Assistant Professor of Technology at Illinois State University, where he teaches in the Renewable Energy and Engineering Technology programs. Matt joined the Technology department faculty after working at the Illinois State University Center for Renewable Energy for over five years. Previously, he worked at General Electric as a wind site manager at the Grand Ridge and Rail Splitter wind projects. Matt’s experience also includes service

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Poster Session

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Radian G. Belu, Southern University and A&M College

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Paper ID #25861Board 69: Project-based Teaching Approach of a Combined Undergraduateand Graduate Course in Power ElectronicsDr. Radian G Belu, Southern University and A&M College Dr. Radian Belu is Associate Professor within Electrical Engineering Department, Southern University, Baton, Rouge, USA. He is holding one PHD in power engineering and other one in physics. Before joining to Southern University Dr. Belu hold faculty, research and industry positions at universities and research institutes in Romania, Canada and United States. He also worked for several years in industry as project manager, senior engineer and

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ECCD Technical Session

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Hossein Salehfar, University of North Dakota; Michael Klein, University of North Dakota

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Paper ID #24986A Highly Practical and Affordable Microgrid Design Project for DevelopingRural Communities: Case Study in GhanaDr. Hossein Salehfar, University of North Dakota Dr. Hossein Salehfar received his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in electrical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and his Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctorate (Ph.D.) degrees both in electrical engineering from the Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. He was a research assistant with the Electric Power Institute at Texas A&M University during 1985-1990. He was an As- sistant Professor of Electrical Engineering

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 2

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Robert W. Fletcher, Lawrence Technological University; Naim R. Shandi, Lawrence Technological University

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Paper ID #25733Using Recycled Photovoltic Modules and Batteries for Engineering Educa-tion, Student Projects, and as Viable Portable, Backup Storage Power SourcesDr. Robert W. Fletcher, Lawrence Technological University Robert Fletcher joined the faculty of the Mechanical Engineering Department at Lawrence Technological University in the summer of 2003, after two decades of various industry engineering positions in research, and product development. Dr. Fletcher earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Washington, in Seattle, and the Master of Science and Ph.D. degrees in

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 5

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John R. Reisel, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

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Paper ID #24695Adding the Concept of Improving Product Value to a Design Project in aCourse on Internal Combustion EnginesDr. John R. Reisel, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Dr. John R. Reisel is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM). He serves as co-director of the Energy Conversion Efficiency Lab. In addition to research into engineering education, his efforts focus on combustion and energy utilization. Dr. Reisel was a 2005 re- cipient of the UWM Distinguished Undergraduate Teaching Award, a 2000 recipient of the UWM College of Engineering and Applied Science Outstanding

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 4

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Herbert L. Hess, University of Idaho, Moscow

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defined and its elements identifiedand modeled in PowerWorld®. Simulations reveal that all loads cannot be served all the timewith available generation. The nature and size of priority loads vary most with seasons and alsowith time of day. Battery storage is not effective because the public utility cannot afford enoughof it. Simulations show that steady state stability is readily achieved and maintained, includingvoltage and frequency stability. Graduate students led the study and, under their direction,undergraduates contributed greatly to the work: They defined the project, they brought resourcesfrom their education to bear for characterizing, modeling, analyzing, and improving the proposedmicrogrid, and they effectively and efficiently modeled

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ECCD Technical Session

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Jennifer Lynn Wade, Northern Arizona University; Karin E. Wadsack, Northern Arizona University School of Earth & Sustainability; Benjamin L. Ruddell, Northern Arizona University; Brent A. Nelson, Northern Arizona University

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systems in operation.Additionally, campuses and large building complexes often have an abundance of operationalHVAC systems and energy usage data, but comparatively few resources to analyze and monitortheir performance. Recognizing this need and opportunity, we worked with the facilitiesdepartment at our institution to use the campus energy operations as a source for student projectsin multiple departments and at both undergraduate and graduate levels. These projects includedmonitoring HVAC operations to identify system faults, interpreting HVAC control logic toidentify zero-cost energy savings, quantifying the potential benefit of energy efficiency retrofitsin campus buildings, using campus energy load profiles to design alternative power

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 3

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Victoria A. Scala, United States Military Academy; James Ledlie Klosky P.E., United States Military Academy

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Paper ID #26736Student Energy Audits of Buildings Can Be Done!Dr. Victoria A. Scala, United States Military Academy Dr. Victoria Scala, PE is an Assistant Professor at the United States Military Academy in the Civil and Mechanical Engineering Department. Her current research is in the field of building performance modeling and measurement. Previously, she was a Visiting Assistant Professor at Manhattan College and an Adjunct Professor at the New Jersey Institute of Technology as well as Project Engineer with Lowy & Donnath, Inc. of Long Island City, New York. She holds an EIT certificate in the State of New York, is a

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 3

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Xichen Jiang, Western Washington University; Jill Davishahl, Western Washington University; Dana Hickenbottom; Daniel Saunders, Western Washington University; Troy Thornton, Western Washington University

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. He has since moved on from itek Energy and is now working as a project manager at Western Solar Inc, a solar installation company in Bellingham, WA. His work involves system design, operations and maintenance support, customer and technical support, product research, and community outreach efforts. He is a NABCEP Certified Technical Sales Professional and enjoys working on solar education projects in his community.Daniel Saunders, Western Washington UniversityMr. Troy Thornton, Western Washington University c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Photovoltaic System Performance Under Partial Shading: An Undergraduate Research ExperienceAbstract:This paper

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ECCD Technical Session

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Maher Shehadi, Purdue Polytechnic Institute

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various mechanical and electrical and systems. He has conducted several projects to reduce carbon dioxide and other building emission impacts by evaluating and improving the energy practices through the integration of sustainable systems with existing systems. His current research focuses on engaging and educating students in sustainable and green buildings’ design and energy conservation. He is currently investigating various ways to reduce energy consumption in office buildings. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Simulation for Energy Savings in AC Systems Equipped with Shaded Condensing UnitsAbstractPart of Purdue’s University Mechanical

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 1

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John M. Mativo, University of Georgia; Daniel Plant, University of Georgia; Daniel Ethan Wallon, University of Georgia

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to transferclassroom knowledge to real world practice. Students gain these skills and disciplinary habits ofthought through the practice of doing things in a discipline. Challenges experienced throughprojects become some of the best learning moments. One such challenge was given to a group ofstudents as a special project. The goal of this project was to convert a gasoline powered one-thirdscale Ford Model T vehicle to electric power without a reduction in its prime moving capabilitieswhile retaining as much of its original controls as possible. Other requirements given by thevehicle client included vehicle safety, performance, and cost. The students who undertook thisproject were motivated by the technical challenge and environmental

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 5

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Siamak Farhad, University of Akron; Daniel E. Kandray Sr., University of Akron; Maryam Younessi Sinaki, Cleveland State University

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as a visitor researcher at the National Research Council (NRC) Canada dur- ing his Ph.D. He is currently actively working on several University-wide collaborations, funded project from State of Ohio, NASA, and National Science Foundation. He has more than 60 peer-reviewed jour- nal and conference papers. His current research focuses are primarily on energy conversion & storage systems, energy saving in industry, energy materials, and measurements.Mr. Daniel E. Kandray Sr., University of Akron Professor Kandray is an Associate Professor of the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Technology and Automated Manufacturing Engineering Technology programs at the University of Akron. He is an accomplished, multifaceted

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 2

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Patrick A. Tebbe, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Bruce Allen Peterson, Minnesota State Energy Center of Excellence

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level, he administers implementation of 9 research projects in renewable energy as well as serving as Executive Director of the Minnesota State Energy Center of Ex- cellence. Bruce is a leader of collaborative efforts in the Minnesota system. He has been an initiator of many efforts of statewide influence. As a charter member of the Minnesota Energy Consortium, he has served on the leadership steering committee since the inception of the group. His leadership led to establishing the Energy Technical Specialist program, a multi-college program leading to industry positions in energy production in solar, wind, bio-fuels, fossil and nuclear fields. Current focus areas of the Minnesota Energy Center include education

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 2

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Jeremy C. Ferrell, Appalachian State University; Brent Jason Summerville P.E., Appalachian State University

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controller selection, 4) installation, and 5) cost analysis. Priorto departing, students participate in designing, prototyping and installing the system. These efforts haveproduced an open-source set of plans. The “Appalachian Street Lamp,” is an inexpensive system thatcan be deployed to remote locales that can access a cellular network but do not have grid power.These field courses emphasize key learning outcomes including: 1) use essential math and science skillsto solve applied science problems, 2) formulate, design, or develop a system, process, or program tomeet desired needs, 3) demonstrate the capacity to function in project teams, and 4) use thetechniques, skills, and technical tools necessary for professional practice in the discipline.A

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 5

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Ahmed Cherif Megri, North Carolina A&T State University; Sameer Hamoush P.E., North Carolina A&T State University

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projects, including the Development of a Model for The Metal Laser Powder Bed Fusion Additive Manufacturing Process. Dr. Ahmed Cherif Megri was the chair of the NCAT CAM’s Education subcommittee. He contributed to the outreach CAM since 2015. He is currently, responsible for the outreach program for the STEAM’s research project.Dr. Sameer Hamoush P.E., North Carolina A&T State University Professor and Chair of Civil and Architectural Engineering Department c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Pipeline Development of Skilled Students in Advanced Control Systems Dr. Ahmed Cherif Megri & Dr. Sameer HamoushAbstract:The building automation system (BAS) is

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 5

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Reg Pecen, Sam Houston State University; Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Ulan Dakeev, Texas A&M University, Kingsville

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achieved in successfully chairing ten or more graduate student culminating projects, theses, or dissertations, in 2011 and 2005. He was also nominated for 2004 UNI Book and Supply Outstanding Teaching Award, March 2004, and nominated for 2006, and 2007 Russ Nielson Service Awards, UNI. Dr. Pecen is an Engineering Tech- nology Editor of American Journal of Undergraduate Research (AJUR). He has been serving as a re- viewer on the IEEE Transactions on Electronics Packaging Manufacturing since 2001. Dr. Pecen has served on ASEE Engineering Technology Division (ETD) in Annual ASEE Conferences as a reviewer, session moderator, and co-moderator since 2002. He served as a Chair-Elect on ASEE ECC Division in 2011. He also

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 4

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Mitch J. Campion, University of North Dakota; Hossein Salehfar, University of North Dakota; Prakash Ranganathan, University of North Dakota

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Paper ID #25239Impact of Electric Vehicles on Residential Power Grid: An Educational Re-viewMitch J. Campion, University of North Dakota Mitch earned a M.S. Electrical Engineering from the University of North Dakota in 2018. His research focused on data mining and informative analytical methods for smart grid applications in power systems. Mitch also focused research effort on development projects for swarms of unmanned aircraft systems. Mitch is currently an Electrical Engineer at United Technologies (UTC) Aerospace Systems.Dr. Hossein Salehfar, University of North Dakota Dr. Hossein Salehfar received his Bachelor of

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 4

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Reg Pecen, Sam Houston State University; Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University

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chairing ten or more graduate student culminating projects, theses, or dissertations, in 2011 and 2005. He was also nominated for 2004 UNI Book and Supply Outstanding Teaching Award, March 2004, and nominated for 2006, and 2007 Russ Nielson Service Awards, UNI. Dr. Pecen is an Engineering Tech- nology Editor of American Journal of Undergraduate Research (AJUR). He has been serving as a re- viewer on the IEEE Transactions on Electronics Packaging Manufacturing since 2001. Dr. Pecen has served on ASEE Engineering Technology Division (ETD) in Annual ASEE Conferences as a reviewer, session moderator, and co-moderator since 2002. He served as a Chair-Elect on ASEE ECC Division in 2011. He also served as a program chair

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 4

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Robert J. Kerestes, University of Pittsburgh; Paul A. Dolloff PE, University of Kentucky; Renee M. Clark, University of Pittsburgh

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project). The next section of this paperprovides a description of the indirect assessment of the course which includes both studentinterview and end-of-term survey data. Some observations and the future direction of thecourse are then presented, which include plans to flip this course for the 2019 offering. Lastlythe paper ends with some concluding remarks.Motivation for Course in Power Distribution Engineering and SmartGridsThough both transmission and distribution power systems are essential for safely and reliablydelivering electric power from central generation stations to consumers, industry and academiahave traditionally concentrated on advancing transmission technologies. However, the recentexplosion of distributed energy resources (DER

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Poster Session

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Robert J. Kerestes, University of Pittsburgh; Dekwuan Stokes, University of Pittsburgh; Ryan M. Brody, University of Pittsburgh; Adam Emes, University of Pittsburgh; Alexander Williams, University of Pittsburgh

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professor when he is older.Adam Emes, University of Pittsburgh Adam Emes completed his B.S. in electrical engineering, with a concentration in electric power engineer- ing, from the University of Pittsburgh in 2018. In his time as an undergraduate, he completed three co-op rotations at Curtiss-Wright EMD, and worked part time as an undergraduate student researcher. From his co-op position, he gained experience with electric motor and generator design. In his undergraduate research, he contributed to projects that utilized signal processing in fault classification and load detection applications. He is currently a second year M.S. student in the electric power systems group at Pitt. His research interests include power

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 2

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Sandip Das, Kennesaw State University

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, semiconductor thin-films and nanocrystals for pho- tonic and optoelectronic devices, hybrid piezo and triboelectric energy harvesting devices, applied elec- tronics for measurement and instrumentation, and development of technology enhanced teaching tools and pedagogical framework for improved engineering education. Dr. Das has published more than 20 research articles in international journals and conference proceedings. He has designed and developed various hands-on teaching and learning tools for electrical engineering students. Dr. Das has lead several research projects as a Principal Investigator and has been funded by the Office of Undergraduate Re- search, Office of the Vice President for Research at KSU, and the U.S

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 3

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Thomas Vernon Cook, University of Pittsburgh; Robert J. Kerestes, University of Pittsburgh; Brandon M. Grainger, University of Pittsburgh

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