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Energy Learning through Simulation and Analysis

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Timothy Skvarenina, Purdue University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

a continuous basis to show that graduates are demonstrating the requiredoutcomes.Although the outcomes are different for the two sets of criteria, they have a number ofsimilarities. In particular, both the EAC and TAC require an “ability to communicateeffectively,” (item g. for both). Other similarities are noted between EAC item k. and TAC itema., which require the use or mastery of techniques, skills, and modern tools; EAC item c. andTAC item d., which both deal with design; EAC item b. and TAC item c., which both includeinterpretation of data; and EAC item d. and TAC item f., which deal with formulating andsolving technical problems. The author has found that contributions can be made to all of these

Conference Session

Energy Curriculum Advancements

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Craig Somerton, Michigan State University; Andre Benard, Michigan State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

this apower point presentation is made that shows the students the various technologies that are usedto harness the energy source. Finally, predictive models for these technologies are presented andsome simple examples are worked. This approach does an excellent job of addressing thelearning objectives for each energy source. The power point presentations and the predictivemodels presented may be found at the course’s web site: http://www.egr.msu.edu/~somerton/AEnergy/For ocean energy the following learning objectives have been set: a. Students are able to understand the nature of the ocean as an energy source b. Students are able to understand and evaluate different types of ocean energy sources

Conference Session

Trends in Energy Conversion and Conservation

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Giri Venkataramanan, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Annette Muetze, University of Wisconsin-Madison

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

remark on theimpact of the experience as it has been observed with the first generation course participants.Furthermore, other similar activities that have been developed as a result of this course are alsodiscussed.II. Effective PedagogyThe Kolb’s learning style inventory (KLSI) is based on the concept that the learning processfollows a cycle of activities consisting of four distinct segments, namely (a) feeling (throughconcrete experience or CE); (b) thinking (through abstract conceptualization or AC); (c)watching (through reflective observation or RO); and (d) doing (through active experimentation Page 11.101.2or AE)9,10. It is readily

Conference Session

Energy Curriculum Advancements

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Blekhman, Grand Valley State University; Ali Mohammadzadeh, Grand Valley State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

second law requiresthat the Gibbs function defined by Eq 1 decreased for an irreversible process or remainedconstant for a reversible one, Eq 2. G ? H / TS 1 (dG ) P ,T 0 2The chemical reaction given by Eq 3 is valid for combustion as well as for a fuel cell. aA - bB cC - dD 3The change in the Gibbs energy for this reaction can be expressed by Eq 4. Ã PCC, n PDd, n Ô FG ? FG - RuT lnÄÄ a b ÕÕ 0

Conference Session

Energy Laboratory Development

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Philip Gerhart, University of Evansville; Andrew Gerhart, Lawrence Technological University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

11.862.6exercises and subsequent written reports had been completed (but before they were graded).Prior to distributing the survey, the instructors did their best to stay opinion-neutral toward thestudents as to the effectiveness of the RC as a learning tool; the students were made aware thatthis was a testing phase of the RC. Much of the survey was quantified using a 5-point Likertscale, but written responses were also gathered. While many different experiments are possiblewith the RC (see LTU sample laboratory assignment in Appendix B), the survey is generalenough that it is likely applicable to any college using the unit. Questions asked on the surveyare shown in Appendix C. The results compiled in this paper are derived from 19 LTU studentsurveys and

Conference Session

Energy Laboratory Development

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Patrick Tebbe, Minnesota State University-Mankato

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

saturated property data single polynomials as functionsof temperature or pressure were generated (similar to Eqn. 1). Y ? a o - a1 X - a 2 X 2 - a 3 X 3 (1) a i ? b oi - b1i P - b 2i P 2 - b 3i P 3 (2)Currently these fitted equations generate reasonable values in most regions. However, someproperty combinations result in property errors of 20%. Also, due to the nature of the originaldata source and the method of coding the interpolations it was not possible to calculate a pressurefrom other variables in the superheated region. The largest difficulty, however; comes withcalculating specific volumes. The interpolation method described

Conference Session

Design Projects in Wind and Solar Energy

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Samuel Lakeou, University of the District of Columbia; Esther Ososanya, University of the District of Columbia; Ben Latigo, University of the District of Columbia; George Karanja, University of the District of Columbia; Wagdy Mahmoud, University of the District of Columbia; Wilfried Oshumare, University of the District of Columbia

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

sun in order toexpose a solar panel to maximum radiation at any given time is the main purpose of a solartracking PV system. Page 11.406.2Figure 1 (a). Illustration of the summer and winter solsticesFigure 1 (b). Sun Path Diagram for 400 N Latitude During Winter and Summer SolsticesFor many years, several energy companies and research institutions have been performing solartracking for improving the efficiency of solar energy production. A variety of techniques ofsolar energy production used have proven that up to 30% more solar energy can be collectedwith a solar tracker than with a fixed PV system1. The cost of such systems is however still

Conference Session

Trends in Energy Conversion and Conservation

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

, the laboratory experiments are designed to:a) Reinforce and support the lecture-based course;b) Emphasize the importance of corroborating the results of laboratory measurements;c) Expose the students to the measurement techniques used in the industry in general.To achieve these goals, we decided to divide the laboratory experiments in two broadcategories: 1) dealing with basic experiments and techniques, which will strengthen thestudent knowledge in general areas of alternative energy technology/renewable energyresources, and 2) projects in alternative energy technology and hybrid power systems.Projects: The importance of the projects in scientific and technological education is wellestablished2-5. A typical project will involve selection of

Conference Session

Design Projects in Wind and Solar Energy

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alvin Post, Arizona State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Page 11.1353.9deceptive. Educationally, the design and construction of a heat engine is a challenge thatallows students to exercise their creativity at a high level, and to solve the practicalproblems that arise in the details. As an educational vehicle, they also focus attention onthe need for ‘appropriate technology’, and on engineering topics such as designsimplicity, heat transfer, and thermodynamic efficiency.References1. Y.W. Wong and K. Sumathy, “Solar thermal water pumping systems: a review”, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews 3 (1999) 185-217.2. T.D.Short and P. Thompson, “Breaking the mould: solar water pumping – the challenges and the reality”, Solar Energy 75 (2003) 1-9.3. B. Constantine, M. Desbois, and K

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Trends in Energy Conversion and Conservation

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ryan Healey, Northeastern University; Francis Di Bella, Northeastern University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

2006-344: A DESCRIPTION OF A CAPSTONE PROJECT TO DEVELOP A WEBBASED ENERGY CENTER FOR MONITORING ALTERNATIVE ANDRENEWABLE ENERGY SITESFrancis Di Bella, Northeastern UniversityRyan Healey, Northeastern University Mr.Healey is an ElectricalEngineering Technology student;Class of 2006. He is extremely versatil in electrical and computer engineering technology. He has authored the description of the web site engine. He expects to attend graduate school after graduation Page 11.37.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 ASEE 2006 Annual Conference, Chicago, Ill

Conference Session

Energy Curriculum Advancements

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Glenn Ellis, Smith College; Sarah Wodin-Schwartz, Smith College; Israel Koren, University of Massachusetts-Amherst; Baaba Andam, Smith College; C. Mani Krishna, University of Massachusetts-Amherst; C. Andras Moritz, University of Massachusetts-Amherst

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

created that consider architectural, operating systems, compiler, andhardware issues in power-aware systems. Associated with each module, are (a) backgroundinformation at the appropriate level, (b) list of references for further study, (c) description of theproblem(s) to be studied, and (d) relevant software.There are six topics over which these modules range: architecture, voltage scaling, operatingsystems and middleware, compilers, VLSI, and wireless networks. A brief description of somerepresentative module is provided below.Architecture • Static and Dynamic Power: This module explains the two types of power consumption in Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) circuits. Techniques to mitigate the two are covered

Conference Session

Energy Learning through Simulation and Analysis

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David McDonald, Lake Superior State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

-defined blocks from the Simulink library and theSimPowerSystems powerlib library. The drawing must contain at least one measurement block(i.e. current measurement block, voltage measurement block, etc.) Once the circuit diagram isconstructed and the simulation started, Simulink gets the parameters of the blocks, sorts theminto linear and non-linear blocks, and numbers the electrical nodes. Next the State-Space Model(A, B, C, & D matrices) of the linear part of the circuit is computed, and steady-state calculationsand initializations are performed.If a discrete solution has been requested, then the discrete state-space model is computed fromthe continuous state-space model. If a phasor solution method has been requested, the state-space model

Conference Session

Energy Resources, Efficiency, and Conservation

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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William Riddell, Rowan University; Peter Mark Jansson; Kevin Dahm, Rowan University; Harriett Benavidez, Rowan University; Julie Haynes, Rowan University; Dan Schowalter, Rowan University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

. Both devicescan be plugged into a standard electric receptacle, and the appliance of interest is pluggedinto the measurement device. Both devices allow the instantaneous power use, as well asthe total energy used since the monitoring started to be measured. Both devices are smallenough to enable them to be moved to different appliances, and inexpensive enough toallow each group access to multiple devices. a) b) Page 11.355.9 Figure 1. a) Watts Up? and b) Kill-a-Watt MetersSurveys of the building occupants, and direct temperature, humidity and lightmeasurements are used to assess the

Conference Session

Energy Learning through Simulation and Analysis

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ilya Grinberg, Buffalo State College; Herbert L. Hess P.E., University of Idaho in Moscow; Frank Pietryga, University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

S = 100MVAFigure 2b. Data for Simulation ExerciseThe high level problem, offered to a second group of EE students taking the same course, isshown in Figure 2. The same problem was given to all EET students (it should be noticed that all10 EET from Buffalo State and were assigned both programming and simulation projects, while13 EET students from UPJ were assigned simulation project). This is a segment of the publicelectric utility grid in Western New York. The students were asked to complete the following:a) Simulate the given power system using a high level program (PowerWorld® 3 wasdemonstrated for them)b) Make changes that should improve the systemc) Assess those changesd) Propose further improvements to the problem at hand.We assess

Conference Session

Energy Curriculum Advancements

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Zietlow, Bradley University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Education and Lifelong Learning. Vol. 14, Nos. January 2004. pp. 167-175. 3) Jordan, W.; Elmore, B; Silver, D. “Creating a Course in Engineering Problem Solving for Future Teachers.” American Society for Engineering Education Conference. 2000. pp. 1601-1607. 4) Hill, A.M. “Problem Solving in Real-Life Contexts: An Alternative for Design in Technology Education.” International Journal of Technology and Design Education. Volume 8. 1998. pp. 203-220. 5) Barak, M. “Fostering Systematic Innovative Thinking and Problem Solving: Lessons Education Can Learn from Industry.” International Journal of Technology and Design Education. Vol. 12. 2002. pp. 227-247. 6) American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning

Conference Session

Energy Learning through Simulation and Analysis

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

100o, the right face 200o, the top face 300o and the bottom face 400o. Consider the origin of the coordinate system be at the lower left hand corner of the object. a.) Determine the highest temperature on the object. b.) Give the approximate coordinates for the location of this point. c.) Determine the lowest temperature on the body. d.) Give the approximate coordinates for the location of this point. e.) Give the approximate coordinates for the location of the highest heat flux on the object. f.) Give an approximate direction for the flow of heat at this point, using the conventional radial coordinate system with zero degrees along the x axis and increasing angle in

Conference Session

Energy Laboratory Development

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Reisel, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Kevin Renken, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

apparatuses that have been developed for use in both a basicthermodynamics course and a heat transfer course are described. In addition, the laboratoryexercises developed for each course using the apparatuses are discussed. The experiments weredeveloped using simple, practical devices. The experiments developed center around (a) adorm-sized refrigerator, (b) a small industrial heat exchanger, (c) a cooking wok, and (d) a high-intensity commercial light fixture. These are all devices that students have either encountered ineveryday life, or can easily connect with. The experiments build upon this basic familiarity byapplying engineering experiments to the equipment to demonstrate fundamental principles ofThermodynamics in the Basic Thermodynamics

Conference Session

Energy Laboratory Development

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Henry Foust, Nicholls State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

2006-108: DEVELOPING AN ENERGY MECHATRONICS LABORATORYHenry Foust, Nicholls State University Page 11.436.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006Developing an Energy Mechatronics Laboratory March 8, 2006 Abstract Oil forms a major component of U.S. energy policy and economy. It is imper-ative today to determine viable alternatives to oil (expected to be depleted withinthe next fifty years), because the infrastructure for a viable alternative will takedecades to develop. The purpose of this research is the design of a mechatronicslaboratory applied to the broad area of system analysis and control for Ocean

Conference Session

Energy Resources, Efficiency, and Conservation

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jeri-Anne McKeon

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

2006-2402: MOVING ENGINEERING PRACTICE INTO THE CLASSROOM:USING THE NEW INTERACTIVE REFERENCESDonald Wulfinghoff, Wulfinghoff Energy Services, Inc. Donald Wulfinghoff is a professional engineer in both mechanical and electrical engineering. He is a licensed stationary engineer, certified automotive mechanic, and licensed broadcast engineer. He originated the first professional courses in energy efficiency at the George Washington University in 1978. He is the author of many publications in energy research and application and has developed efficiency programs for hundreds of facilities. He serves on panels of the National Academy of Sciences, is a construction industry arbitrator-mediator, and is

Conference Session

Energy Curriculum Advancements

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephen Williams, Milwaukee School of Engineering

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

2006-1124: BRUSHLESS DC MOTOR PROJECT IN AN INTRODUCTION TOELECTRICAL ENGINEERING COURSEStephen Williams, Milwaukee School of Engineering Dr. Stephen Williams is Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE). He received the Ph.D. degree from the University of Missouri in 1990 and has 20 years of experience across the corporate, government, and university sectors. He is a registered Professional Engineer in Wisconsin. He teaches courses in control systems, electronic design, and electromechanics. Page 11.291.1© American Society for

Conference Session

Design Projects in Wind and Solar Energy

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Steven Hazel, Rowan University; Peter Mark Jansson

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

2006-607: PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM FEASIBILITY ASSESSMENTS:ENGINEERING CLINICS TRANSFORMING RENEWABLE MARKETSSteven Hazel, Rowan University Steven Hazel is a senior electrical and computer engineering major at Rowan UniversityPeter Jansson, Rowan University PETER MARK JANSSON is an Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Rowan University teaching AC and DC electric circuits, power systems, sustainable design and renewable energy technologies. He leads numerous Sophomore, Junior and Senior Engineering Clinic Teams in solving real world engineering problems each semester. He received his PhD from the University of Cambridge, MSE from Rowan University and BSCE from MIT

Conference Session

Design Projects in Wind and Solar Energy

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Recayi 'Reg' Pecen; Francis Praska, University of Northern Iowa; Ashraf Al-Qassab, University of Northern Iowa

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

2006-1476: DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF AN EDUCATIONAL AXIALFLUX WIND TURBINE/GENERATORRecayi Pecen, University of Northern Iowa Recayi Pecen holds a B.S.E.E. and an M.S. in Controls and Computer Engineering from the Istanbul Technical University, an M.S.E.E. from the University of Colorado at Boulder, and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Wyoming (UW). He has served as faculty at the UW, and South Dakota State University. He is currently an associate professor and program coordinator of Electrical and Information Engineering Technology program in the Department of Industrial Technology at the University of Northern Iowa. His research interests and publications

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Trends in Energy Conversion and Conservation

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Saeed Monemi, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

2006-2301: EDUCATING OUR STUDENTS TO USE ADVANCED COMPUTERAPPLICATION SOFTWARE TOOLS FOR MODELING, DESIGN, ANDSIMULATION OF ENERGY DISTRIBUTION NETWORKSaeed Monemi, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Dr. Saeed Monemi is currently an Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Cal Poly Pomona. He is teaching a broad range of Undergraduate and Graduate level courses in electrical and computer engineering. His research areas are: Algorithms and Complex Computations, Energy Management Environments,, Software Engineering and Robotics. Before that, Dr. Monemi was Senior Associate Research Faculty, and Research Scientist at Vanderbilt University, where he conducted research

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Energy Resources, Efficiency, and Conservation

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mark Schumack, University of Detroit Mercy

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Society for Engineering Education, 2006 The Hubbert Curve: Enabling Students to Meaningfully Model Energy Resource DepletionAbstractCourses in Energy Systems (alternatively named “Applied Energy Conversion,” “EnergyConversion Systems,” or some variant) often discuss the idea of energy resource depletion interms of the exponential growth model. A typical problem is: given the current growth rate of oilproduction, in what year will known reserves be depleted? The exponential growth model,although offering reasonable results initially, becomes less accurate in the later stages of resourceexploitation as issues of scarcity, cost, and technological hurdles become important. It grosslyunder predicts how long a

Conference Session

Energy Resources, Efficiency, and Conservation

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarma Pisupati, Pennsylvania State University; Wendy Mahen, PennSylvania State University; Mark Deluca, Pennsylvania State University; Martin Gutowski, Pennsylvania State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

2006-1732: DEVELOPMENT OF HIGHLY INTERACTIVE, ON-LINE COURSE ONENERGY CONSERVATION: LEARNING STRATEGIES USED ANDEXPERIENCE GAINEDSarma Pisupati, Pennsylvania State University SARMA V. PISUPATI is an Associate Professor of Energy & Geo-Environmental Engineering Department and a Faculty Fellow of the John A Dutton e-Education Institute of the College of Earth and mineral Sciences. He is Chair of the General Education Program of the EGEE Department and has been teaching undergraduate and graduate courses at Penn State University since 1992.Wendy Mahen, PennSylvania State University WENDY L. MAHAN is Instructional Designer in the in the Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) wing of

Conference Session

Design Projects in Wind and Solar Energy

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Billy Hill, Rowan University; Ryan McDevitt, Rowan University; Peter Mark Jansson

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

2006-485: RENEWABLE ENERGY RESOURCE ASSESSMENT: NEW JERSEYWINDSBilly Hill, Rowan University Billy Hill is a junior electrical and computer engineering student at Rowan UniversityPeter Jansson, Rowan University PETER MARK JANSSON is an Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Rowan University teaching AC and DC electric circuits, power systems, sustainable design and renewable energy technologies. He leads numerous Sophomore, Junior and Senior Engineering Clinic Teams in solving real world engineering problems each semester. He received his PhD from the University of Cambridge, MSE from Rowan University and BSCE from MITRyan McDevitt, Rowan University Ryan McDevitt