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Learning about Electric Energy Conversion

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ilya Grinberg, Buffalo State College; Carl Spezia, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; Herbert Hess, University of Idaho

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2008-931: ELECTRIC MACHINES PROJECT ACTIVITIES USING MATHCADE-BOOKIlya Grinberg, Buffalo State CollegeCarl Spezia, Southern Illinois University-CarbondaleHerbert Hess, University of Idaho Page 13.476.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Electric Machines Project Activities Using a MathCAD® E-BookAbstractRecent software advances have made a wide variety of computer-based learning tools availablefor teaching induction motor theory. These tutorials and visualizations typically target specificfundamental topics, require detailed knowledge of the development software to produce, andprovide a rudimentary connection with other relevant practical topics like

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Alternative Energy Source Projects

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Craig Somerton, Michigan State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2008-1054: AN OCEAN ENERGY PROJECT: THE OSCILLATING WATERCOLUMNCraig Somerton, Michigan State University CRAIG W. SOMERTON Craig W. Somerton is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair of the Undergraduate Program for Mechanical Engineering at Michigan State University. He teaches in the area of thermal engineering including thermodynamics, heat transfer, and thermal design. He also teaches the capstone design course for the department. Dr. Somerton has research interests in computer design of thermal systems, transport phenomena in porous media, and application of continuous quality improvement principles to engineering education. He received his B.S. in 1976, his M.S. in 1979

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Alternative Energy Source Projects

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mark Henderson, Arizona State University; Bradley Rogers, Arizona State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2008-1306: THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN ECONOMIC MODEL FORBIODIESEL PRODUCTION IN GHANAMark Henderson, Arizona State UniversityBradley Rogers, Arizona State University Page 13.1216.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 The Development of an Economic Model for Biodiesel Production in GhanaAbstractIn this paper, the results of a project in which an interdisciplinary team of honors studentstravelled to Ghana in West Africa for the purpose of developing an economic model of biodieselproduction from energy crops in this region is described. The students included majors inengineering, business and finance, economics, and global studies

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Alternative Energy Source Projects

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Peter Schubert, Packer Engineering

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2008-2758: PLASMA TORCH FOR BIOMASS PYROLYSISPeter Schubert, Packer Engineering Dr. Schubert conducts research into alternate energy, space-based manufacturing, and engineering education at Packer Engineering in Naperville, IL. He is Senior Director, and has served as PI on projects from DOE, NASA and the GSA. He has published 47 technical papers, has 25 US patents, and is an instructor with the Society of Automotive Engineers. Prior experience includes 21 years in automotive electronics with Delphi Corporation, where he was a Technical Fellow. His doctorate in EE from Purdue was sponsored by a GM Fellowship. His MSEE is from U. of Cincinnati on a Whirlpool Fellowship, and his

Conference Session

Alternative Energy Source Projects

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Esther Ososanya, University of the District of Columbia; Abiose Adebayo, University of the District of Columbia; Jean-Pierre Fodjouo, University of the District of Columbia; Steven Omoijuanfo, University of the District of Columbia; Francis Ayissi, University of the District of Columbia; Tuan Ly, University of the District of Columbia; Kevin Allen, University of the District of Columbia; Mamoun Mohammed Ali, University of the District of Columbia; Gizaw Mulugeta, University of the District of Columbia; Anene Wynn, University of the District of Columbia; Dimitri Ditombi Bamba, University of the District of Columbia; Meraj Shaikh, University of the District of Columbia

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

ofthe biogas produced, using a Gas Chromatograph (CG), with Flame Ionization Detector(FID), to separate the methane from carbon dioxide.The biogas produced contains Methane CH4, with very small percentage of Carbondioxide CO2, and some traces of Nitrogen N2, Hydrogen H2, and Hydrogen SulfideH2SO4. The economic viability of this technology, advantages, and the production costcompared to other renewable energy resources are also compared. This technology willbe used to power the heating unit in a Zero Energy Home (ZEH) currently underconstruction.Introduction:The first phase of the Anaerobic digestor design project takes students through theengineering design process, i.e., the conceptual design and analysis, and design feasibilitystudy. The

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Investigating Fuel Cells and Alternative Fuels in the Classroom and Lab

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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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

AC 2008-1569: ALTERNATIVE FUELS RESEARCH WITHIN AMULTIDISCIPLINARY CAPSTONE DESIGN PROJECTRobert Pieri, North Dakota State UniversityAlan Kallmeyer, NDSUMichael Stewart, North Dakota State UniversityLeslie Backer, North Dakota State University Page 13.167.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Alternative Fuels Research within a Multidisciplinary Capstone Design ProjectAbstractThis paper will describe the results of recent activities concerning the development of ahydrogen-diesel farm tractor test bed used within a capstone design project. The project, part ofa "Wind to Hydrogen" program funded by the Department of Energy, received

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Computer Applications in Energy Courses

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vincent Winstead, Minnesota State University, Mankato

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

camless valvetrain control. Page 13.211.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Applied Engineering with LabVIEW: Experiences From A Plug-In Hybrid ProjectAbstractIn this paper we discuss a primarily undergraduate project conducted during the 2006-2007academic year with the goals of converting a stock Toyota Prius to a plug-in hybrid havingenhanced electric only range capability. This project afforded the author with anopportunity to help with the utilization of National Instrument’s Laboratory VirtualInstrument Engineering Workbench (LabVIEW) and a National Instruments compact RIO(Reconfigurable Input/Output

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Learning about Electric Energy Conversion

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert O'Connell; Michael Moore; Kevin Zimmershied

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2008-1323: USING STUDENT PROJECTS TO DEVELOP LABORATORYEXPERIMENTS FOR THE POWER ELECTRONICS COURSERobert O'Connell, Robert O'Connell, Ph.D., P.E., is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Missouri-Columbia. He teaches courses and conducts research in power electronics, power semiconductors and power systems. He is also interested in various aspects of engineering education. He received the Ph.D degree from the University of Illinois.Michael Moore, University of Missouri-ColumbiaKevin Zimmershied, University of Missouri-Columbia Page 13.1358.1© American Society for

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Solar Power, Wind Power, and Energy System Initiatives

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael Swedish, Milwaukee School of Engineering

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2008-1366: WORKING WITH LOCAL DEVELOPERS IN AN ENERGYSYSTEMS DESIGN COURSEMichael Swedish, Milwaukee School of Engineering Page 13.1410.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Working with Local Developers in an Energy Systems Design CourseThe Energy Systems Design Project Course: Goals and Objectives The Energy Systems Design Project course is an elective course scheduled early in theundergraduate senior year. The course is also open to graduate students with additional courserequirements. For the past several years, the course has consisted of a single 10-week projectassigned to the entire class. The

Conference Session

Sustainable Energy Issues in Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Barbara Utley, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Andrea Ludwig, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; John Cundiff, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Sean McGinnis, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

the course attracts students from all disciplines within theCollege of Engineering, it is challenging to teach given the variety of backgrounds, specific skillsand knowledge, and perspectives. Analysis of course assessment data and revision to the coursecontent and teaching methods are part of an on-going effort to improve this course. The Green Engineering course has lectures which present background material on the keyenvironmental and energy issues facing society. To differentiate this course from one inenvironmental science, an engineering analysis component is included with the assignment offour mini-projects which are completed by teams of not more than four students. The projectsare: 1) biomass logistics, a project to document

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Solar Power, Wind Power, and Energy System Initiatives

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Peter Mark Jansson, Rowan University; Ulrich Schwabe, Rowan University; Andrew Hak, Rowan University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2008-2241: LARGE-SCALE PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM DESIGN: LEARNINGSUSTAINABILITY THROUGH ENGINEERING CLINICSPeter Mark Jansson, Rowan UniversityUlrich Schwabe, Rowan University Ulrich Schwabe is a graduate student at Rowan UniveristyAndrew Hak, Rowan University Andrew Hak is a senior in electrical and computer engineering at Rowan University Page 13.837.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Large-Scale Photovoltaic System Design: Learning Sustainability through Engineering ClinicsI. AbstractWorking on cutting edge technology projects with industry is a key component of RowanUniversity’s engineering

Conference Session

Curricular Developments in Energy Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarma Pisupati, Pennsylvania State University; Yaw Yeboah, Pennsylvania State University, University Park

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

population and energy consumption both continue to grow significantly. Also, dueto global uncertainties, energy is becoming increasingly important. The United States, forexample, increasingly relies on imported energy (32.9 % in 2006)1. Projections from DOE’sAnnual Energy Outlook indicate that primary energy use in the United States will climb to 134Quadrillion Btu in 2030 from 98 in 20002. Despite increases in electricity generation efficiencies,total electricity consumption is also predicted to increase. President Bush has called for anAdvanced Energy Initiative based on the development of hydrogen fuel, clean coal technologies, Page

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Investigating Fuel Cells and Alternative Fuels in the Classroom and Lab

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Fletcher, Lawrence Technological University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

cell research used under a wide range of operational conditions for the US Army. He is also working with his students supporting DTE Energy in the operation and optimization of their Hydrogen Power Park in Southfield, Michigan, a photovoltaic, biomass, water electrolysis, hydrogen storage, hydrogen vehicle fueling station and fuel cell power demonstration project, funded by the Department of Energy. He is also establishing an alternative energy laboratory at LTU that contains integrated fuel cell and hydrogen generation systems, as well as equipment for solar (thermal and photovoltaic), biomass, wind and other alternative and renewable energy generation equipment

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Novel Energy Applications in Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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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

is working with Dr. Mohammad Elahinia on a project to develop "Multipurpose Educational Modules to Teach Hybrid Vehicle Technologies". Specifically Christopher says I am "working with colleagues to make hydraulic hybrid vehicles more suitable for commercialization…. I am excited and thrilled to be part of a university and a project which have the potential to make big changes in the automotive industry."Walter Olson, University of Toledo Walter Olson is a professor of Mechanical Engineering specializing in dynamics in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering at the University of Toledo. His research on Hydraulic Hybrid Vehicles is sponsored by the US EPA

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Sustainable Energy Issues in Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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lana El Chaar, Petroleum Institute

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

demand is among the largest in the region due to financial andtourist projects as well as a growing population. According to Global Insight2, UAE has added24 percent electricity-generating capacity at an annual rate over the last 30 years. Current totalcapacity for electricity production is around 16.7 Gigawatts (GW), but will need to increasefurther considering the 10 percent per year demand rise expected through 2010. Nearly all UAEpower comes from conventional thermal generation. In 2004, consumption reached over 0.45Terrawatt-hours (TWH). By mid-2006 the total capacity for electricity production in the UAEwas 16,220 Megawatts. The demand for electricity in the UAE has been growing at double-digitrates for many years and will continue to do

Conference Session

Curricular Developments in Energy Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kenneth Van Treuren, Baylor University; Ian Gravagne, Baylor University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

technical and social content.This need for energy education is the fundamental motivation for the energy awareness efforts atBaylor University. According to the National Energy Policy7, the U. S. must have between 1,300and 1,900 new electricity generation plants in place to meet the projected 45% increase inelectrical demand by the year 2020. Economic and political policies often reflect the unspokenassumption that the United States will be able to continually increase its reliance on naturalresources and more importantly, energy resources. On May 2, 2007, a local newspaper editor Page 13.491.2took time to remind the public of the energy history

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Investigating Fuel Cells and Alternative Fuels in the Classroom and Lab

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cortney Martin, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Brandy Bratton, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; David Dillard, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Michael Ellis, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Maggie Bump, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Macromolecules and Interfaces Institute. In her capacity as SURP Director, she has also developed and implemented the Young Scientist Experience for children. Page 13.726.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Incorporating a Learning Community Approach to Enhance a Fuel Cell Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)AbstractUndergraduate summer research experiences typically involve a mix of solitary research coupledwith traditional classroom-based seminars. The short duration of the experience and the oftenisolated nature of the project can preclude development of the network of personal

Conference Session

Novel Energy Applications in Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Patrick Tebbe, Minnesota State University-Mankato; Brian Weninger, Minnesota State University-Mankato; Corey Thibeault, Minnesota State University-Mankato

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

as part of anundergraduate senior project during the 2005-2006 academic year. The unit is fully instrumentedthrough the LabVIEW software package for a variety of uses. A graduate student is currentlyperforming characterization experiments with the unit in an environment chamber. For the nextstage of development appropriate automatic control software will be written using LabVIEW.This paper will detail the design and construction of the demonstration unit and will presentbasic data on its use.II. BACKGROUNDRadiant cooling is a method commercially used to provide a level of human comfort withoutrelying solely on forced convection. The basic principles of radiant cooling are similar to that ofradiant heating. Radiant cooling works by providing

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Sustainable Energy Issues in Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cortney Martin, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Barbara Bekken, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Sean McGinnis, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Center for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (CEUT). With the support of the Provost’s Office and CEUT, she is directing the Earth Sustainability project and the Living in the 21st Century liberal education program. The Earth Sustainability project is a holistic learning program that is designed to foster student intellectual development within a learning community. Dr. Bekken has a Ph.D. from Stanford University.Sean McGinnis, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. Sean McGinnis is the Director of the Virginia Tech Green Engineering Program and a research faculty jointly appointed in Materials Science and Engineering and Biological Systems Engineering. Dr. McGinnis

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Investigating Fuel Cells and Alternative Fuels in the Classroom and Lab

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

, DC and AC power, pressure, temperature, fuel utilization, overallsystem efficiency, noise, etc. Fuel cell test systems must precisely monitor and control thesemeasurements in real-time. It is necessary to have an instrumentation system which is able tomonitor and control fuel cell operation under varying conditions. Therefore, a typical fuel celltest system requires high-resolution, isolation, and waveform acquisition capability. This paperdescribes design and implementation of a hydrogen fuel cell data acquisition and monitoringscheme for a BS degree offering engineering technology institution. The objective of this appliedresearch project is to design and implement a high-resolution data acquisition and interfacemodule for a 500 W Hydrogen

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Curricular Developments in Energy Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarma Pisupati, Pennsylvania State University; Jonathan Mathews, Pennsylvania State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

-term exams (15% each) and a final exam (25%). The final exam is comprehensive. All students take the exams face-to-face on campus in the evening. The exams were computer based for all the students.5. Final Project (12% of course grade): Students are required to complete an online Project that is similar in nature to the Home Activities. The Project consists of three parts: Page 13.436.6 Part 1: Appliances Part 2: Lighting Part 3: Insulation.Results and DiscussionThe student learning performance was evaluated using the rubric previously described. Theresults are shown in Table 2. The timed quizzes consisted of 12-15

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Computer Applications in Energy Courses

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Clayton Hochstrasser, The Ohio State Univ.; Joseph Werner, The Ohio State Univ.; Donald Kasten, Ohio State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

developed in the project described in this paper are primarily for instructor use duringlectures to enhancing learning.The efforts presented here in this paper represent undergraduate students and faculty of anelectrical engineering program in a state university. Students always ask for more examples toillustrate the concepts presented in the classroom lectures. Whether their motivation for moreexamples is to just learn the mechanics of the problems without really understanding theprinciples involved or that the examples do reinforce their understanding of those principles, thefact remains, at least for these authors, that there is a need to illustrate numerical examples in theclassroom.Organization of effortAt our university, the College of

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Curricular Developments in Energy Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ray Miller, University of Cincinnati; Max Rabiee, University of Cincinnati; Elvin Stepp, University of Cincinnati

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

quantitiesof machines under operating conditions. They are required to make observations of machineefficiencies under various loading conditions.In addition to taking courses in circuits, machinery and controls we feel that it is importantstudents be able to pull together much of what they have learned at the associate level so they seehow their knowledge can be applied to a real project. Topics of Applied Design is intended forthis purpose. The course serves as a capstone course at the associate level that requires studentsto apply the knowledge and analysis techniques they have learn thus far. Students work in teamson a project of some complexity such as a regulated power supply or RF circuit. The actualproject can be changed each time the course is

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Learning about Electric Energy Conversion

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ahmed Rubaai, Howard University; Ramesh Chawla, Howard University; Joseph Cannon

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

switching control3 and impact control inrobots4. The relative effectiveness of bang-bang controllers versus linear controllers wasinvestigated by comparison to human behavior in an experiment which investigated the tendencyof human operators to behave in bang-bang fashion when controlling some high-order systemswhen a linear alternative was available5. It was concluded that for the class of systems forwhich fine motor control about the referrence is unnecessary, bang-bang control is moreintuitive and can be performed without sacrificing performance.In response to concerns that the study of control systems is too dependent on abstractmathematical theory and not enough emphasis on “hands-on” projects related to currentindustrial technology 6, an

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Sustainable Energy Issues in Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cindy Orndoff, Florida Gulf Coast University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

vine andvegetation growth on the walls of a structure to conserve energy by providing shade andinsulation. Green roofs can be traced through history, even to the Hanging Gardens of Babylon,and create a beautiful and natural space.Perhaps the most desirable and marketable attribute of green roofs is that they conserve heatingand cooling energy. The vegetated layer not only protects the roof from wind, frost, andmechanical damage (almost doubling the expected roof life), but it also acts as an excellentinsulation layer. Green roofs keep houses cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Ascited on the “Livingroofs” website, a Nottingham Trent University research project found thatwith a mean daily temperature of 18.4° C, the temperature

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Novel Energy Applications in Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2008-2497: THE DEVELOPMENT OF A HYDRAULIC HYBRID VEHICLELABORATORY: INTEGRATING EDUCATION AND RESEARCHChristopher Schroeder, University of Toledo Christopher C. Schroeder is a graduate mechanical engineering student at The University of Toledo. He is working with Dr. Mohammad Elahinia on a project to develop "Multipurpose Educational Modules to Teach Hybrid Vehicle Technologies". Specifically Christopher says I am "working with colleagues to make hydraulic hybrid vehicles more suitable for commercialization…. I am excited and thrilled to be part of a university and a project which have the potential to make big changes in the automotive industry."Mohammad Elahinia, University of Toledo

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Computer Applications in Energy Courses

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Peter Idowu, Pennsylvania State University-Harrisburg

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

their learningexperience.II. ENERGY CALCULATORThe energy calculator program was conceived to help students compare and contrast arange of energy units introduced in the textbook selected for the energy systems andconversion course. The introductory chapters of the textbook covers topics that discussenergy levels as low as electron-volt (eV) when electrons are in motion, to Quads(quadrillion Btu) used in composite annual energy utilization or projections. The scalesare so divergent and are often difficult to relate together for students who are typicallyfamiliar with the Joule or Watt-hour from previous junior level coursework in electricalcircuits. Energy calculator is an interactive Excel-based program that enables users toquickly and

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Novel Energy Applications in Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael Swedish, Milwaukee School of Engineering

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Shelter Health Family Cars Education Transportation Starbucks A decent version of Word Once the list was projected onto a screen so all could see it, the instructor went througheach of the items, and showed in each case how what was listed was important because it was ofuse to the individual who suggested it. For example, Starbucks is useful because its productkeeps the student awake for studying, or provides a pleasing venue for meeting with friends. Thestudent who suggested religion said that it gave him peace of mind. The instructor asked if thispeace of mind is worth

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Curricular Developments in Energy Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gunnar Tamm, United States Military Academy; Ozer Arnas, United States Military Academy; Daisie Boettner, United States Military Academy; Seth Norberg, United States Military Academy

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

engineering programs, West Point offers a course on Energy Conversion Systems whichcovers conventional topics of fossil fuel utilization, combustion, advanced power andrefrigeration cycles, direct energy conversion, chemical equilibrium, and so on. However, thecourse has evolved to reflect current energy issues, by including lessons on national and globalenergy usage, climate change, nuclear power, hydrogen, and renewable and alternative energy.In addition to this course, there are senior capstone projects and cadet independent studies thatare connected to alternative energy research and development. The goals are to provide a broadoverview to the cadets, such that the cadets are excited to continue the pursuit of energyalternatives as graduates and

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Solar Power, Wind Power, and Energy System Initiatives

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Narciso Macia, Arizona State University; John-Paul Ishioye, Arizona State University; Brigid Dotson, University of Washington; Maria Macia, Veritas Preparatory Academy

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright @ 2008, American Society for Engineering Educationthe cooling load. Its effect has been investigated in many cases. For example Lam investigatesthe effect of surrounding buildings on producing shade [1].This paper is also used as a teaching vehicle in the senior capstone class, in which the studentsare working on a design project that includes heat gain/losses in a small greenhouse, the use ofPV modules to charge a battery and also drive a small, centrifugal pump.Thermal modelIt is important to use a model that has the ability to handle the heat storage properties of thebuilding. For instance, if the night is particularly cold, the building model