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ECCD - Technical Session 2 - Solar Energy

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Saeed Sean Monemi, California State Polytechnic University Pomona

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

. The cash flow diagram below represents a breakdown of all cost considering present state,annual cost and future value. See Figure 14. Fig. 14. Cash flow diagram After calculating the yearly cost associated to the product, the rate of return needs to becalculated. Rate of return represents the time of the profit and the amount it will be. By findingout the rate of return, we can identify if the investment is a short term investment or long term;in-turn we can compare our profit margins to other alternatives and present investmentopportunities to the owner.IX. Project planning Planning was done through communication with the previous team to discuss what wereimprovements they had wish to complete. Then there

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Design Experiences in Energy Systems

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer Mullin, Virginia Tech; Jinsoo Kim, Korea National University of Education; Vinod Lohani, Virginia Tech; Jenny Lo, Virginia Tech

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

5did not have significant gains (p > 0.05) in general knowledge between the pre- and post-test. Several students in Group 5 did not complete the pre-test due to timing issues (i.e.there was insufficient time during the workshop due to other planned activities). Table 2: Pre- and Post-test Mean Scores Group N Mean SD 1 pretest 26 52.58 12.297 posttest 26 59.81 10.385 2 pretest 25 57.56 10.377 posttest 25 69.72 9.775 3

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Investigating Fuel Cells and Alternative Fuels in the Classroom and Lab

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Pieri, North Dakota State University; Alan Kallmeyer, NDSU; Michael Stewart, North Dakota State University; Leslie Backer, North Dakota State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

sequence is really handled as though it were a singlecourse flowing through 30 weeks of academic time, exemplified by a single student team, oneproject and planning timeline for that entire period. Instructional guidance is provided throughtwo department faculty members. Each faculty member is responsible for unique aspect of thecourse. One, which could be considered the "Instructor" is responsible for the administration ofthe course, assembling design project for the students, entering grades and other systemrequirements. The instructor has primary responsible for educating the students on thetheoretical process of design. The second faculty member serves as a content specialist for the

Conference Session

Novel Energy Applications in Education

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mark Schumack, University of Detroit Mercy; Mohammad Elahinia, University of Toledo; Christopher Schroeder, University of Toledo; Walter Olson, University of Toledo

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

. Page 13.50.15ConclusionsThe two Simulink exercises described here successfully reinforced key thermodynamics andfluid mechanics concepts. Future exercises are planned to emphasize accumulatorthermodynamics, which is an excellent application of the classical “cylinder/piston” problemseen ubiquitously in thermodynamics courses. Plans are in the works to develop exerciseshighlighting vehicle dynamics in either freshman engineering or energy system courses. Resultsfrom the Simulink model have also been used to develop an Excel Visual Basic macro to teachhigh school students about hybrid vehicles.We wish to thank the Michigan-Ohio University Transportation Center and the MichiganDepartment of Transportation for funding this project.References1

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Alternative Energy Source Projects

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Peter Schubert, Packer Engineering

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

syngas, which can then be burned in a generatorset to provide electrical power and heat. In order to achieve this efficiency, a plasma torch isused to rapidly pyrolyze corn stover, producing high BTU content syngas and a dry ash rich insoil nutrients.A multidisciplinary team of four undergraduate researchers converted a commercially-availableplasma cutter into a plasma torch for use in a farm-scale biomass syngas reactor. This hands-onresearch project combined the best available published literature on plasma cutters and torcheswith the accumulated experience of professional engineers from industry to create a workingprototype. Following each major development, the student team reviewed their work, and near-term plans, with a review board

Conference Session

Energy Learning through Simulation and Analysis

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert McMasters, Virginia Military Institute; Michael Sexton, Virginia Military Institute

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

conduction heat transfer. The survey alsoindicated that the project enhanced the students’ appreciation of the use of the computer in thesolution of heat transfer problems. This initiative demonstrated that the computer can be apowerful tool which can be used to make the solution of complex problems more convenient andappropriate for classroom assignments.Future Plans Page 11.809.7The intentions for the future use of this program are to continue to develop new features, such asthe addition of other boundary conditions, including convective boundary conditions andspecified heat flux boundary conditions. Other intended improvements include

Conference Session

Trends in Energy Conversion and Conservation

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Radian Belu, Wayne State University; Alexandru Belu, Wayne State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

training in mathematics,computing, and engineering and technology, through core and elective courses. Powerengineering courses, in the new context of energy and environmental concerns and renewableenergy technology courses will be well appreciated. The Division of Engineering Technologyat Wayne State University plans to establish, in the near future, an undergraduate program inalternative energy technology. This program is intended to bridge the gap between 2-yearcollege level programs in this area and the already established graduate level program inalternative energy technology. As part of this effort, in Winter 2006 term, two courses inrenewable energy sources and hybrid power system (AET5500 – Renewable Energy Sources;and AET-5600 Hybrid Power

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Best Papers

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Glenn T. Wrate P.E., Northern Michigan University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

. Displacement Transducer Mounted on Circuit Breaker with locking pliers and bolts7. Run Test in T-Doble Software a. Select or create test plan. b. Click Run Test. c. When beeping begins, press and hold Safety Switch. The beeping then becomes a constant tone. d. When tone stops, release Safety Switch and view results. Figure 4. Students Creating the Test Plan for the Travel Time Test Figure 5. Students (Trayton Duncan and Kevin Wood) Observing the Circuit Breaker Travel Time Test 8. Break Down a. Remove leads from apparatus b. Disconnect safety ground cableAnalyzing the Travel Time Test ResultsClosing and Opening TimeAccording to [2] the time between when the close coil is

Conference Session

Diverse Issues in Renewable Energy

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary Slowinski , M.Ed., CREATE NSF-ATE; Kenneth A. Walz, Madison Area Technical College; Kathleen Alfano, College of the Canyons

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Diversity

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

renewable energy with other energy subjects and other STEM disciplines wasanother recurring theme in participant comments. Several participants commented on theexamples of energy independent communities that were visited as part of the experience notingthat every community or geographic location has different natural resources available forrenewable energy production. Characterization of these assets is a key component of energypolicy and planning, and should be foundational knowledge for students seeking to becomefuture energy engineers and technicians. As one participant put it, “A key outcome of theinternational experience is that renewables are not a separate energy source or training, they arejust a part of the overall energy mix – a mix often

Conference Session

ECCD Innovative Teaching Methods & Outreach

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nicole Zimmerman, Portland State University; Timothy D. Gulzow, Portland State University; Robert B Bass, Portland State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

generalized models of electric vehicle charging circuits for use in a tool designed to aid distribution engineers in planning electric vehicle charging installations.Mr. Timothy D. Gulzow, Portland State University Tim is seeking a bachelors degree in electrical engineering and is a research assistant in the PGE Founda- tion Power Engineering Education Laboratory at Portland State University.Dr. Robert B Bass, Portland State University Robert Bass, Ph.D. is an associate professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at Portland State University. His research focuses on electrical power systems, particularly distributed utility assets and the overlaying control and communications architectures that

Conference Session

ECCD - Technical Session 1 - Energy & Electrical Engineering

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Aman Luthra, University of Georgia; Tom Lawrence P.E., University of Georgia; John M. Mativo, University of Georgia

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

make electric vehiclesmore efficient in terms of investigating novel methods for increasing energy recovery for therecharging of the battery or power accessories such as a radio. The plan entailed capturing aportion of drag in the engine compartment and using it to generate additional electrical energy byplacing a rotating fan blade in the compartment of a vehicle and attaching it to a generator. Thefan blade would spin as the car was driving, and the student would calculate how muchadditional power it could generate. At the beginning of the first semester of the project, the student and two engineeringfaculty mentors with expertise in energy recovery met and developed a timeline for the study.The first semester would focus on planning

Conference Session

ECCD Technical Session 5: Energy and Wind and Design

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Bala Maheswaran, Northeastern University; Alya Abd Aziz, Northeastern University; Evan Alexander, Northeastern University; Laura Brigandi, Northeastern University; Cole Branagan, Northeastern University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

executive board member, ASEE NE Section; the co-chair of TASME Conference (Technological Ad- vances in Science, Medicine and Engineering, Toronto, Canada), Academic Member and the Unit Head, Electrical Engineering, ATINER (Athens Institute for Education and Research, Athens, Greece).Ms. Alya Abd Aziz, Northeastern University 2nd year Bioengineering student at Northeastern University.Mr. Evan Alexander,Ms. Laura Brigandi, Northeastern University Laura Brigandi is currently pursing her B.S. in bioengineering with a minor in mathematics at Northeast- ern University. She plans to concentrate in biomedical devices. In July, she will begin her first co-op working at Cam Med Inc., as a biomedical engineer, helping with their

Conference Session

Teaching Courses in Renewable Energy Systems

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Arthur Haman, University of Detroit Mercy; Robert Ross, University of Detroit Mercy; Mark Schumack, University of Detroit Mercy; Will Wittig, University of Detroit Mercy; David Chew, University of Detroit Mercy; Krysten Dzwigalski, University of Detroit Mercy; Chris Keimig; Meghann Mouyianis, University of Detroit Mercy; Tim Rourke, University of Detroit Mercy

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

. David will receive his undergraduate degree in August of 2008 and hopes to design thrill rides and roller coasters in the future.Krysten Dzwigalski, University of Detroit Mercy Krysten Dzwigalski is an undergraduate student in mechanical engineering at the University of Detroit Mercy. She is currently in her third year and plans to graduate in August of 2008. She has Page 12.122.1 completed a co-op with Daimler Chrysler at Warren Truck Assembly Plant, and is currently working at TARDEC for the US Department of Defense. Krysten is also the President of the Engineering and Science Student

Conference Session

Innovative Projects in Energy Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Dale H. Litwhiler, Penn State - Berks

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

that operatealternately for redundancy and to provide for scheduled maintenance on the non-operating boilerand pump. The output of the two pumps is combined to feed one continuous hot water loop thatcirculates throughout the building. In the winter, the water temperature set point is about 180°F(82°C) while in the summer it is about 130°F (54°C). The students planned to attach the TEG toa small pipe that is tapped into the main circulation loop.The small pipe that would serve as the heat source was found to be a standard 3/8 inch insidediameter “black pipe.” The team used their combined limited CAD experience to design a fixturethat could be clamped onto a 3/8 inch pipe. The heat sink (cold side) design from the previousyears was slightly

Conference Session

Electrical Energy Courses, Labs, and Projects II

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer Ferris, Portland State University; Robert B Bass, Portland State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

c American Society for Engineering Education, 2013 A Power Systems Protection Teaching Laboratory for Undergraduate and Graduate Power Engineering EducationAbstractThe Electrical & Computer Engineering faculty at Portland State University has redesigned itsBS- and MS-level electrical engineering power systems programs. This paper focuses on thedevelopment of a new education laboratory for the redesigned 400/500-level power systemprotection course. Specifically, we discuss the educational goals of the laboratory, thecurriculum presented during the inaugural offering of the course, results from student surveysand our plans for refining the curriculum and expanding the laboratory.IntroductionMotivated by the growing

Conference Session

Innovative Energy Projects

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alamgir A. Choudhury, Western Michigan University; Jorge Rodriguez P.E., Western Michigan University; Jian Peng He, Western Michigan University; Ryan Kamm; Saleem Hason Hinton; Brandon De Young

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

two semester capstone design projectinvolving design of a product or process, analysis, simulation, prototype, fabrication, assembly,testing and assessment of design. Students are required to utilize current technical tools to solvethe chosen problem. Results of such projects are presented as written report, and publicpresentation of the overall project. They also use project management tools to plan and trackproject progress. Typically in the two semester project, students complete the design andanalysis of the subject in first semester, and fabrication and development of the prototype oractual system during the second semester. Recognizing the value for student practices inresponding to real-world needs, expectations, and constraints

Conference Session

Curriculum and Facility Developments for Innovative Energy Education

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Gilbert, Sinclair Community College

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

examples of each. The student learns thesequantitative procedures in the next sequence of courses. The purpose of this course is to teachthe student to complete a formatted assessment of a commercial building and/or an industrialfacility and list the energy saving opportunities with some knowledge as the amount of energyand dollar savings potential.The course begins covering global energy production and global energy use and known reservesof natural resources. Hubbert peak oil is covered in detail and related to today’s reserves andproduction rates. The solar constant is introduced and compared to the global energy use. Thepotential for renewable energy is studied. Any energy conservation program begins with aneffective energy management plan

Conference Session

Projects in Alternative Energy

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David H. Domermuth, Appalachian State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

villages, and possibly research or remoteoperations. Page 25.1092.2The BV research is being performed in context with a companion project also sponsored by anEPA, P3 grant entitled “Affordable Bioshelter”. The intent is research and promotion of energyefficient greenhouses. The combined grant effort is creating an alternative energy complex calledthe Biotechnology Nexus. BV works symbiotically with the greenhouse as the recipient of heatfor its combined heat and power, CHP function. The greenhouse also will benefit from thebiochar production. Creosote might serve as a natural insecticide. So there are three potentialsymbioses. Plans for the

Conference Session

Project-Based Education in Energy Curriculum

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Herbert L. Hess, University of Idaho

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

the incumbent fossil fuel generator per our energy use plan. We have writtenproposals for funding to provide a more suitable replacement, based on the University of Idaho’shighly successful biofuels research, but none have yet been granted.Diversion LoadA diversion load, controlled by the main inverter/controller dissipates excess generation whenthe battery storage is full. We found this to be an effective way to maintain system stability withthe incumbent system. At 1.0 kW, this load is a little larger than its predecessor’s 400 Watts.This is sufficient to completely avoid disconnecting the baseline water turbine, yieldingautomatic control and security of the entire electrical system at all times. It was tested in thelaboratory as shown in

Conference Session

ECCD Poster Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jaime Ramos, University of Texas, Pan American; Leonel Aguilera, University of Texas, Pan American; Elizardo Garcia, Universidad TecMilenio; Sanjeev Kumar, University of Texas, Pan American, Electrical and Computer Engineering; Roman Garcia, IEEE; Jose Sanchez, University of Texas, Pan American

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

. Kumar worked with the leading networking companies in the US. In the networking industry, Dr. Kumar played a leading role in planning, research & development of new communications equipment and networks. Dr. Kumar has authored over 50 technical papers. Dr. Kumar’s research findings have been cited by other researchers in the field. Dr. Kumar has served as Associate Editor for networking Journals, and as a member of technical program committee for international conferences. He has been awarded US and International patents for his inventions in the area of broadband networks. Dr. Kumar received the Ph.D. degree in Computer Engineering from North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina. He is the

Conference Session

Experiences in Teaching Energy Courses

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paul Chanley, Northern Essex Community College; Michael Pelletier, Northern Essex Community College; Linda Desjardins, Northern Essex Community College; Lori Heymans, Northern Essex Community College

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

in the sun, the water containers are put into the solar cookers. Thestudents have to observe both the time and the temperature of the water. The experimental data isthen graphed, and each group presents their design and data. The information is then comparedto the purchased solar cooker that was assembled by the instructor. The participants have a greattime outdoors with this activity. Some of the teams also get a little competitive regarding howhot the water gets inside their solar cookers.Finally, the course ends with the students developing a plan for a low carbon emission diet. Thissection of the curriculum lasts approximately three weeks. Students work in groups of three orfour. They simulate they are living in one house under one roof

Conference Session

Experiences in Teaching Energy Courses

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Narayanan Komerath, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

areas. Thus for instance we reject the notion that“high intensity solar cells” which are very expensive, have no terrestrial market applications. Page 15.870.2In the longer term we expect to see these added to solar concentrators on urban roofs, at veryPage 15.870.3 3. OUTLINE OF THE COURSEThe course is given a 4xxx designation, but invites students who have earned junior status toregister as well. An 8xxx section is co-taught, in order to facilitate graduate studentparticipation. The expectation is that the graduate students will complete much moresophisticated projects and business plans in the course, and provide

Conference Session

Sustainable-energy Education: Lessons Learned

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tom Ferguson, University of Minnesota, Duluth; Paul Weber, University of Minnesota, Duluth

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

forecasts. In additionto these results, this research will illustrate the implementation of such class projects, describecommon student strengths and weaknesses relative to energy conversion, and explain theimportance of defining appropriate prerequisites for a diversity of engineering majors.1. IntroductionEnergy touches every aspect of human behavior, spanning a spectrum of use that ranges frompowering the human body to satisfying creative and recreational needs. The complexity of itsvarious uses, forms, and means of transport is complicated further by the level of requiredinvestment, lengthy planning and implementation timelines, and public policies (includingenvironmental protection). Public awareness on energy is continuously shaped by the

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

inductive loads is also used to highlight theissues of having an unbalanced power system. The student experience is based uponmeasurement and data acquisition to develop visual frameworks coupled with traditionalwhiteboard discussions.This paper contains a description of the course, its learning outcomes, lecture plans, assignments,laboratory experiments, and exam content. Student assessments, evaluations, and opinions arealso included to show the benefits of how the class improved student understanding of powerquality. A rubric was designed and employed which provides prognostics and analytics about theperceived value of the course. Lastly, a conclusion of the course from the instructor’s point ofview, including lessons learned and future

Conference Session

Investigating Fuel Cells and Alternative Fuels in the Classroom and Lab

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Fletcher, Lawrence Technological University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

graduate programs are growing, thought stillprimarily teaching based. Research work is required at the doctorate degree level.In May of 2006 Lawrence Technological University (LTU), with the author serving as thePrincipal Investigator, received a research contract from the Auxiliary Power Group within theUS Army Tank-Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC), inWarren, Michigan, to undertake durability and reliability testing on two Ballard NEXA 1.2 kWproton exchange membrane fuel cells. Contract discussions had been underway for severalmonths prior to the formal contract award. This project involved three components: a literaturesearch to develop a detailed test plan for a NEXA fuel cell system, design and install a

Conference Session

Experiences in Teaching Energy Courses

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Fletcher, Lawrence Technological University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

shoes, boots, or leather shoes are allowed in the lab. If you have long hair it should be combed back into a pony tail or gathered behind the head so as to not be caught in any lab equipment. A safety review will be held before each experiment or class project. Anyone not participating in the safety review will not be allowed to take part in the activity planned.”Fortunately, major disciplinary action was never required in any of the session, although someimmature behaviors had to be addressed and corrected. But these were minimal. It is believedthat once the expectations were set and understood by the students that they would comply, andgenerally this was indeed born out. The effort each day was to affirm the

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

B.S. in Building Construction Management. He earned his M.S. in Urban Planning from Columbia University where he investigated critical environmental justice issues in New York City. His 2010 Ph.D. from Arizona State University was the nation’s first in sustainability. His research, which has been widely published, focuses on the use of renewable energy systems and sustainable building strategies to reduce negative impacts of urbanization. American c Society for Engineering Education, 2021 A Model Passive Solar Home Student Design ProjectAbstract In a course focused on renewable

Conference Session

Investigating Fuel Cells and Alternative Fuels in the Classroom and Lab

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Recayi 'Reg' Pecen; Faruk Yildiz; Kenan Baltaci, University of Northern Iowa

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

and demonstrate following tasks in order to achieve testresults and prepare appropriate technical reports. This system is planned to be used and improvedby the electrical engineering technology major students by adding more features and dataacquisition interface at NI LabViewTM. These features included but not limited to measuring andcontrolling fuel pressure from hydrogen tanks, test variety of home appliances to measureefficiency and hydrogen consumption of the system, and possibly enhance the NI LabViewTMuser interface. Students should conduct the following steps described below to learn the overalldesign and implementation.1. Check the appropriate safety rules and regulations of Hydrogen storage tanks and EPAC-500 Hydrogen fuel cell

Conference Session

Sustainability and Hands-On Activities

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elizabeth Anne Valdes, University of Florida; Carlene Elizabeth Cuadra, University of Florida ; Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida; Nick M. Safai, Salt Lake Community College

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

building construction was adapted in HB1647 building code of Florida Legislature. Najafi is a member of numerous professional societies and has served on many committees and programs, and continuously attends and presents refereed papers at international, national, and local professional meetings and conferences. Lastly, Najafi attends courses, seminars and workshops, and has developed courses, videos and software packages during his career. His areas of specialization include transportation planning and management, legal aspects, construction contract administration, and public works.Dr. Nick M. Safai, Salt Lake Community College Dr. Nick M. Safai has been an ASEE officer and has served in multiple divisions

Conference Session

Using Real-World Examples

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Radian G. Belu, Southern University; Richard Chiou, Drexel University; Lucian Ionel Cioca, Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

. Current engineering curricula are not fully equippingthem to properly deal with these challenges4-9. These concerns, growing electricity demands, andenergy market deregulation have increased the interest in sustainability, distributed generationand renewable energy systems (RES). Given the rapid progress in these areas, there are needs forprofessionals with adequate knowledge, able to plan, design and operate of such energy systems,assess and analyze energy resource potential, or to perform analytic evaluation of their impactson power systems or environment1. Education, training and learning are important aspects thatin taking the necessary steps to reshape our way of living into a more sustainable one. Time isrunning short therefore special