Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 2: Solar Track

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Tessa Veurink, University of Pittsburgh; Bradley G. Fox, University of Pittsburgh; Sabrina R. Helbig, University of Pittsburgh; Duncan Penizotto, University of Pittsburgh; Robert J. Kerestes, University of Pittsburgh; Brandon M. Grainger, University of Pittsburgh

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Paper ID #33250Resilience in the Home Office Through a Scaled-down MicrogridMs. Tessa Veurink, University of Pittsburgh Tessa Veurink graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in Electric Power. Her interests include renewable energy, sustainability, and electric power.Mr. Bradley G. Fox, University of Pittsburgh Bradley Fox is an electrical engineering student at the University of Pittsburgh. He is interested in power electronics and enjoys learning about a variety of other disciplines as well. He plans to start his career in industry in 2021 and grow as a

Conference Session

Energy Resources, Efficiency, and Conservation

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

, floors and ceilings. Inthe cool seasons, heating systems that use steam or gas, combined with electricity, mustovercome heat loss resulting from direct air exchange and conduction through walls,floors and ceilings. Much of this behavior can be modeled by heat transfer relations.The heat loss or gain through walls results from a combination of conduction andconvection. A general equation for heat transfer through a material by conduction isgiven by k qc = A (Ti − To ) = A k ∆T (3) t twhere qc is the rate of heat transfer by conduction (Btu/hr), k is the thermal conductivity(Btu-in/hr-ft2

Conference Session

Sustainability, Diversity, and STEM in Contemporary Energy Education

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jeffrey R. Seay, University of Kentucky; Wesley Allen Whipple, University of Kentucky

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2011-1105: BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN SCIENCE AND ENGI-NEERING FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS THROUGH AN INNOVA-TIVE BIOFUEL RESEARCH PROJECTJeffrey R Seay, University of Kentucky Assistant Professor of Chemical and Materials EngineeringWesley Allen Whipple, University of Kentucky Page 22.294.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Bridging the Gap Between Science and Engineering for High School Students through an Innovative Biofuel Research ProjectAbstractThis contribution will outline the details of a project to introduce high school students to theprinciples of sustainability and renewable energy by

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 2: Solar Track

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

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

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

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

Conference Session

ECCD - Technical Session 1 - Energy & Electrical Engineering

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Keith L. Coogler, Sam Houston State University; Reg Pecen, Sam Houston State University; Ulan Dakeev, Sam Houston State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

President and Professor at North American University in Houston, TX from July 2012 through December 2016. He also served as a Chair of Energy Conservation and Conversion Division at American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE). Dr. Pecen holds a B.S in EE and an M.S. in Controls and Computer Engineering from the Istanbul Technical University, an M.S. in EE from the University of Colorado at Boulder, and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Wyoming (UW, 1997). He served as a graduate assistant and faculty at UW, and South Dakota State University. He served on UNI Energy and Environment Coun- cil, College Diversity Committee, University Diversity Advisory Board, and Graduate College Diversity

Conference Session

New Concepts for Alternative Energy Courses and Concepts

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brandon S. Field, University of Southern Indiana; Zane W. Mitchell Jr., University of Southern Indiana

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

than"alternative" vs. "traditional" energy. The topics start with a quick overview of the conservationof energy. Conversion of chemical energy to electricity was the first topic, which coversphotovoltaic, fuel cells, and batteries. Then, electromagnetism and how rotational power can beconverted into electrical power by moving magnets through a magnetic field was addressed,which set up the concept of converting rotational energy to electricity. The generation ofrotational energy provided the framework of the remainder of the topics, including hydroelectric,wind, and tidal, which directly generate rotational energy using a variety of physics, but alsosteam turbines, which produce rotational energy by means of thermal energy. The production

Conference Session

Sustainable Energy Education

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Liping Guo, Northern Illinois University; Andrew Brewer, Northern Illinois University; Brett Speiser, Northern Illinois University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

, laptop computers, thermal imaging cameras, GPS, and etc.Therefore, solar power is expanding beyond its traditional applications.Solar power is harvested and stored by charging rechargeable batteries. Older solar batterychargers were mainly developed for stationary situations such as solar house and RVs. Lead acidbatteries are usually used because light weight is not a major factor to consider. However, sincethe appearance of the foldable and light weight solar panels, the need to develop solar batterychargers for more portable batteries such as Nickel metal hydrid (NiMH) and Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries becomes essential.Previous work has been done to compare battery charging algorithms for stand alonephotovoltaic systems [3]. Peak power from

Conference Session

Design Based Energy Education

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alamgir A. Choudhury, Western Michigan University; Jorge Rodriguez PhD, MBA, Western Michigan University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

reduction and productivity Page 23.58.2improvement through integration of activities. In 2007, University of Missouri, the state agencies, MUExtension, and major utilities in Missouri partnered [4] to achieve such goals. While energy efficiencyand conservation is a novel objective on its own merit, many consider this essential for long termsustainability of any industrial society [5,6,7]. Generally, engineering design classes in undergraduateprograms follow a structured problems solving approach to solve the open ended design problems.Besides realizing the function and mechanical integrity of the design, additional tools are provided

Conference Session

Electrical Energy Courses - Labs and Projects

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Herbert L. Hess, University of Idaho, Moscow; Brian K. Johnson, University of Idaho, Moscow; Clifford J. Chapman, University of Idaho

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

in 1992. Currently, he is a Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of Idaho, Moscow. His interests include power electronics, power system protection, and power systems transients. Dr. Johnson is a registered professional engineer in the state of Idaho.Major Clifford J Chapman, University of Idaho Major Clifford J. Chapman graduated from West Virginia University in May 2000 with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. He concurrently obtained a minor in Aerospace Studies through ROTC and a commission in the USAF. Major Chapman earned a Masters of Engineering in Electrical Engineer- ing from the University of Idaho in December 2012 to pursue his engineering interests while

Conference Session

Energy Education and Industry Needs

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Darrell Wallace, Youngstown State University; Brian Vuksanovich, Youngstown State University; Michael Costarell, Youngstown State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

another, it became apparent that customary does not always equatewith optimal or necessary. When team members became willing to challenge conventionalparadigms, many new opportunities for energy savings emerged.It is beyond the scope of this paper to go through a detailed discussion of all the innovations andhow they evolved. For the purposes of this paper, it should be adequate to summarize some ofthe key innovations, their magnitude, and to discuss how they challenge conventionalexpectations.Key InnovationsImprovements that were made to the production systems at the new plant were made primarilythrough changes that conflicted with industry-standard designs. The innovations presented hereare indicative of the small but controversial changes that

Conference Session

Automation, Instrumentation, and Computer Simulations

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alamgir A. Choudhury, Western Michigan University; Jorge Rodriguez P.E., Western Michigan University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

optimal design parameters of thesystem. The study of the process parameters also leads a designer towards specific andinnovative solutions of the design problem.The design process presented in this paper is practiced in a conventional capstone design project,where a group of students are assigned a two semester design project. In the past, student groupswere asked to design a human powered hydraulic system to transport a single person. Withoutusing any direct drive mechanism, the system would transfer the rider’s power to the drivingwheel through the use of a fluid power system. The goal of the design was its functionality,safety, reliability, manufacturability and cost effectiveness. It was implemented as a routine stepby step process of the

Conference Session

Computer Applications in Energy Courses

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vincent Winstead, Minnesota State University, Mankato

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

) embedded controller in an applied engineering designproject. This is a relatively new embedded system controller which, through the use ofLabVIEW software applications, can be used as a stand alone real-time controller. Thispaper provides a background of the project and the role of LabVIEW and the compactRIO device. It also provides a description of some experiences related to introducing thissystem to undergraduate students, and later graduate students, having little background inrapid prototyping, real-time controllers, and the HS-CAN (High Speed Controller AreaNetwork) communication protocol and standard. This type of automotive conversionproject provided an excellent venue for introducing the students to a systems orientedapproach to

Conference Session

Electrical Energy Courses, Labs, and Projects I

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hirak C Patangia, University of Arkansas, Little Rock

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

and Systems, vol. 56, pp.2519-2528, Nov 2009.(14) Hirak Patangia, “Assisted Night Vision for Motorists in Highway Construction Zones: Phase II,” www. Mackblackwell/MBTC2064, 2007(15) K. Shukla, S. Sampath and K. Vijayamohanan, “Electrochemical supercapacitors: Energy storage beyond batteries”, Current Science, vol. 79, no. 12, December 2000(16) Marin S. Halper, James C. Ellenbogen, “Supercapacitors: A Brief Overview”, MITRE McLean, Virginia, March 2006.(17) H. Patangia, “Amplitude Division Multiplexing Scheme in Analog Signal Processing”, in Proc. IEEE Int. Midwest Symp. Circuits & Systems, August 2005, Cincinnati, Ohio(18) H. Patangia and D. Gregory, “Sectionalized PWM(S-PWM): A New Multilevel Modulation Strategy,” in Proc

Conference Session

Sustainable-energy Education: Lessons Learned

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Bass, Oregon Institute of Technology; Thomas White, Oregon Institute of Technology

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

) Department has established the following objectives for its BSREEprogram:≠ Graduates will excel as professionals in the various fields of energy engineering.≠ Graduates will be known for their commitment to lifelong learning, social responsibility, and professional and ethical responsibilities in implementing sustainable engineering solutions.≠ Graduates will excel in critical thinking, problem solving and effective communication.Program outcomes are based on the ABET EAC outcomes, the so-called "a through k" outcomes,plus three additional program-specific outcomes, 'l', 'm', and 'n.'(l) an ability to apply the fundamentals of energy conversion and application(m) an understanding of the obligations for implementing sustainable engineering

Conference Session

Energy Curriculum Advancements

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

combustion-based power. In combustion the very same process of raisingtemperature, and consequently Carnot efficiency, is responsible for the destruction of the workpotential (exergy) through the products attaining the adiabatic temperature. This even furtherdegrades the efficiency of combustion-based technologies. All that and other considerations limitthe electrical conversion efficiency to 20-30 % and 30-37 % for micro turbines and reciprocatingengines6, respectively. Beyond the scope of this paper, an extended comparison of exergydestruction in combustion and fuel cells is given by Chen11. The fuel cells do not operate in acycle, but rather in a constant temperature-pressure environment, so that the efficiency is basedon the reversible

Conference Session

Energy Education Courses, Labs, and Projects II

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ibraheem A. Kateeb, North Carolina A&T State University; Larry Burton, North Carolina A&T State University; Naser El-Bathy P.E., North Carolina A&T State University; Faris Abdullah Almansour, North Carolina A&T State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

invariety of geologic environments create a subsurface fracture system to enable extraction of heat:sufficient flow rates (80 kg/sec), heat exchange volume (recoverable energy) and surface area (recoveryrate) as well as minimal loss of injected fluid. Few EGS field experiments are yet to be conductedworldwide, therefore experimental evidence of EGS well productivity is not well established and heatexchange volume and longevity is lacking 10. As Fig. 5 shows the main steps for EGS, start fromlocating the site, creating the reservoir, and ending with completing and verifying circulating loop.D. Biomass (biological and chemical process)Because of its global importance, renewable energy is being examined far beyond electrical engineeringfields. In the

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session on Conservation and Optimization

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David C. Zietlow, Bradley University; John Sullivan

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

is to provide them with a practical,but significant challenge. Such a challenge for first semester thermodynamic students was tooptimize a refrigeration cycle by minimizing total life-cycle cost as contained in [1] and [2].Another effective way to improve student learning was to add an experiential element to theprocess. A vapor compression apparatus, see Figure 1, was used to provide this experientialelement for the class through a demonstration. Data from the apparatus were collected for two purposes. First, a heat balance betweenthe refrigerant and air sides of the heat exchangers was performed. Students were led deductivelyfrom the heat transfer rate in the conservation of energy to the measurements required tocalculate the rate

Conference Session

ECCD Technical Session

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

renewable energy, microgrids, creative power generation and distribution, and hands- on humanitarian engineering. He is currently employed as a substation design engineer for Burns & McDonnell in their Minneapolis-St. Paul office. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 A Highly Affordable Microgrid Design Approach for Developing Rural Communities: Case Study in GhanaAbstractThis paper describes a hands-on student-centered summer project in Africa. Through twoseparate Graduate and Undergraduate Cooperative Education courses, electrical engineeringstudents at a University in North Dakota have the opportunity for participation and exposure toan early practical and

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Poster Session

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

students toencounter the core concepts and principles, while managing a specific project, thereby enablingthe acquired knowledge application. PBL goes beyond the relationships between knowledge andthinking, helping students to both know and do. In fact, it is focuses on doing something andlearning on the way [8, 12-27]. PBL main features from the student learning point of view are:1. In PBL, a student-centered approach, the focus is on the student competencies to design and toreach the solution, around their concerns and skills, the end product being a reflection of them.  2. In PBL the students solve problems, through self-management, project management, andcritical knowledge are enhanced, as they manage the work, offering frequent feedback, self

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Diversity

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

coursegiven by many different instructors, but assistant professor Robert Kerestes took over thecourse in 2016.It was decided that the course should be fully revamped heading into 2018. This revamp wasdone in collaboration with the University of Kentucky and includes new and relevant lecturematerial, integration of new ABET outcomes, a renewed focus on smart grid and sustainableengineering, and pedagogical improvements through the use of active learning.This paper includes a brief overview of the course history (i.e., the 2016 and 2017 offerings ofthis course), and a thorough description of the newly revamped 2018 version of the course.Also presented is a preliminary presentation of student interview data collected during thesummer 2018 course, in

Conference Session

ECCD Technical Session 3: Energy and Multidisciplinary

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Claudia Torres Garibay, Oregon Institute of Technology; Jessica Kerby, Oregon Institute of Technology; Andrew Powers Minigan, Right Question Institute

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

utilized ina junior level class in Materials for Renewable Energy Applications to develop the outline of aterm research paper. Secondly, we will share how the QFT was used in a cross-listedsenior/graduate course in Bioenergy to develop a research topic. The QFT’s impact on studentlearning will be described and eminently practical details for integrating the QFT intoengineering coursework will be outlined.1. IntroductionThe Question Formulation Technique (QFT) is a teaching strategy first made widely available tothe field of education in the book Make Just One Change: Teach Students to Ask Their OwnQuestions [2]. Since the publication of the book, the strategy has been used across all gradelevels [3]—from pre-k through higher education—and across

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session on Solar

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth Walz, Madison Area Technical College; Joel B. Shoemaker, Madison Area Technical College; Scott Liddicoat, Green Bay Southwest High School; Cris Folk, Madison College

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Diversity

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

, and these numbers are certain to continue to grow inthe years ahead [9]. The solar industry alone now employs more than oil and gas combined, andrecent solar workforce surveys have shown that two thirds of employers have difficulty findingqualified workers [10]. Most of these jobs require some type of education and training beyond ahigh school diploma. Jobs include solar design and engineering, solar installation (bothelectrical and construction workers), operations and maintenance, technical sales, finance, andproject management. A somewhat smaller number of jobs also exist in solar manufacturing, andresearch and development.Solar energy education in the late 20th century was summarized by Goswami [11]. The paperconcluded that at the turn of

Conference Session

ECCD - Technical Session 6 - Energy & Thermodynamics

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

John R. Reisel, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

homework performance is assessed on how studentsperform on the course exams. In nine semesters, the homework was assessed by gradingselected problems that were submitted by the students. In nine semesters, the homework wasassessed not by collecting and grading homework, but through the use of homework quizzes thatwere connected to the homework material. The results show significantly-better performance onthe exams by the students as a whole when the quiz method was used. While it was beyond thescope of this study to determine the exact reasons why the homework quiz method wasbeneficial, three possible explanations have been suggested. Furthermore, these positive resultsshould encourage other engineering instructors to experiment with using

Conference Session

New Concepts for Alternative and Renewable Energy Courses

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Radian G Belu, Drexel University (Tech.)

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Technology CoursesAbstractIn the modern world, where everything changes at an extremely fast rate, a constant andeveryday updating of knowledge is imperative. The recent growth of renewable energy usage, aswell as the development of new and effective tools for monitoring, operation and control requireto the training of workforce in the field of renewable energy systems. Nowadays all energycompanies use renewable energy sources applications. As those technologies change quickly,instructors, engineers and researchers need to keep this fast pace and update their knowledge andkeep up with innovative concepts. Since traditional learning methods are time consuming andsometimes impractical, learning through the Internet

Conference Session

ECCD Technical Session 4: Energy and Analysis

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Lisa Bosman, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Jennifer Brinker, Northeast Wisconsin Technical College; Kenneth Walz, Madison Area Technical College

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Diversity

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

provided,with a focus on academic curriculum, teaching practices, and career pathways for the energyindustry.1. Introduction and BackgroundThe German Energiewende is the planned transition by Germany to a low carbon,environmentally sound, reliable, and affordable energy supply [1-4]. The transition focuses onthree major technological pillars of renewable energy, energy efficiency, and energymanagement. The latter pillar is to be achieved through a combination of energy storage, demandresponse, grid upgrades, and new smart communications and controls technology.The purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of the Center for Renewable EnergyAdvanced Technological Education (CREATE) international learning exchange with Germany.Funded by the

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

objectives of this project are to develop and implement a web-based learning andinstruction support system for new project-based AET courses1-6. In order to meet theincreased demand beyond the laboratory hours, the Web-based instructional support, softwareand hardware virtual laboratory will be created. Using the MATLAB, IDL and LabVIEWsoftware packages we are underway to develop a part of the system components, duringWinter 2006 term. The support system will be completed during the Summer and Fall of 2006terms. By using this course-support system, students can learn in a self-paced and well-customized mode. The instructors can easily and efficiently maintain, improve or update theweb-based contents through the web browser and other Internet tools

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

. Students then analyzed Energy ManagementOpportunities (EMOs), Green Energy Opportunities (GEOs) and life cycle costs and stated theirprioritized recommendations, including an evaluation of installed and possible future greenmeasures. Finally, during an oral presentation, the buildings, EMOs and GEOs were compared.Results were assessed through both student feedback and project quality. Students appreciatedthe realistic project and being able to look at energy efficiency and the economics ofsustainability. Projects were assessed by the instructor and 78% of the class had a B+ or higheron the project, exceeding expectations. The oral presentation had similarly positive results.IntroductionIn modern engineering design, green engineering and

Conference Session

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

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Nina T. Jones, University of Florida; Sean R. Niemi, University of Florida; Matthew J. Traum, Engineer Inc.

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

allowing students to characterize velocity profiles for variouscylindrical pipe configurations. The kit reinforces and expands upon pipe flow theory introducedin the classroom. This paper characterizes the prototype system previously described elsewhere[2] as well as subsequent development stages leading to a commercial product currently in use atthe University of Florida.Background InformationSince the 1990s, distance learning through the internet has come to the forefront, and engineeringeducation is moving increasingly toward online delivery methods [3]. Online education has beenshown to match or exceed traditional face-to-face education with benefits including 1) increasedaccessibility, 2) increased retention and completion, 3) increased

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session on Conservation and Optimization

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Radian G. Belu, Southern University and A&M College; Lucian Ionel Cioca, Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu; Richard Chiou, Drexel University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

energy laboratory components, we are planning toreplicate the virtual laboratory units and integrated model previously developed by one of theauthors. A set of emulators of major renewable energy systems, horizontal wind turbine,Savonius rotor, photovoltaic modules, a battery bank and a hybrid power system is designed andimplemented. Each emulator is an interactive model of the actual renewable energy source,scaled up at the desired level, providing users a hands-on experience in renewable energy,offering real working environment at a minimal cost and space requirements, allowing acomprehensive design, learning and study of renewable energy systems and related issues. Allunits can be operated on-site or remote, through Moodle Learning Management

Conference Session

ECCD - Technical Session 1 - Energy & Electrical Engineering

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Radian G. Belu, Southern University and A&M College; Lucian Ionel Cioca, Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

and dynamic space.Through the revolutionary changes occurring in the electric power, new products, technologies,and skills are needed and are finding their way into the smart grid. The potential is tremendous,whether in the areas of communications, devices, or advanced products, or applied knowledge;they can gain great value from employee training through such a modernized program.  Power quality is another rapidly evolving field within power engineering involving the analysis,modeling, and mitigation of the difficulties related to voltage and current distortions, protectionand related issues in power systems. This area also are requiring a suitable workforce, trainedprofessionals and engineers able to conduct and perform research, operate