Conference Session

Innovative Projects in Energy Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Salahuddin Qazi, State University of New York, Institute of Tech.; Farhan Qazi

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

24.656.1110. Kathy Kowalenko “Lighting up Haiti, IEEE volunteers help bring electricity to rural areas” The Institute, IEEE News Service, April 2011.11. Yago, Jeffrey B., “Solar Power Trailer Part 1,” Backwoods Home Magazine, Issue #108, Nov. /Dec. 2007.12. Counting on Solar Power for Disaster Relief, DOE/GO-10099-729, U.S. Department of Energy, Federal Energy Management Program, Washington D.C., April 1999.13. The Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC). http://www.fsec.ucf.edu/en/14. Global donor platform for rural development http://www.donorplatform.org/component/15. Erik H. Lysen, “Pico Solar PV Systems for Remote Homes: A new generation of small PV systems for lighting and communication,” Report IEA-PVPS T9-12: 2012

Conference Session

ECCD Innovations in Energy Engineering & Technology

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

student was required to demonstrate the operation of their design to the instructor during thelast two weeks of the term. Demonstrations times were randomly assigned. To receive a lettergrade of “B” for this portion of the course the student needed to demonstrate that their system Page 26.1597.8met the minimum project requirements within the allotted time slot.A formal project report on the project was due by Thursday at 5:00 pm of final exam week. Thereport requirements were given in exhaustive detail in the project handout and the grading metricfor the report is shown in Figure 9 below. EE-474/EE-574 Project Report Grading

Conference Session

Developments in the Energy Laboratories

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

values)available and knowing that the steam discharges to atmospheric pressure at the condenser, atleast four different flow models can be used to calculate the steam flow rate. In increasing orderof sophistication they are: a. Model as incompressible flow in a pipe, using steam density determined from turbine exhaust conditions b. Model as incompressible pipe flow, but account for compressibility by using steam density averaged between tube inlet (turbine exhaust) and tube exhaust conditions. This requires using the energy equation to determine the steam exhaust temperature, use of the steam tables, and a few cycles of iteration. c. Model as compressible, adiabatic, frictional constant area flow (Fanno flow); treat

Conference Session

Investigating Fuel Cells and Alternative Fuels in the Classroom and Lab

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Fletcher, Lawrence Technological University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

-laboratory hydrogen gas line from the outside tank farm is illustrated. Batteries provide power to close the hydrogen actuator valve outside should the building lose utility electrical power. The orange disk on the wall in the upper left is one of the hydrogen sensors. The two green lights on the wall-box indicate that the system is on, the actuator valve is open, and that gas is available for use. Two red lights directly below the green lights, not illuminated in this photo, indicate when the system is off and the actuator valve is closed. (a) (b) Figure 4: In (a) the stainless steel hydrogen gas line

Conference Session

Teaching Emerging Energy Technologies

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Arunachala Nadar Mada Kannan; Lakshmi Munukutla, Arizona State University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

); agglomerates and aggregates of nanometer-diameter particles, where Page 12.246.4nanostructure-based functionality is retained; aerosolized liquid suspensions ofnanomaterials; and the attrition (or comminution) of nanomaterial composites throughvarious mechanisms1.Figure 2. Examples of engineered nanomaterials likely to be of concern to human health: (a)Unbound nanometer-diameter particles (in air or liquids) (b) Agglomerates of nanometer-diameter particles (in powders, air, and liquids) (c) Aerosols of nanometer-structure particlesuspensions, solutions, or slurries (d) Particles released while working with or usingnanostructured materials, through

Conference Session

ECCD - Technical Session 1 - Energy & Electrical Engineering

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

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

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

, Environmental Protection Agency, 10 May 2018. Greenhouse Gas Emissions from a Typical Passenger Vehicle. www.epa.gov/greenvehicles/greenhouse-gas-emissions- typical-passenger-vehicle.4. Sindhuja, B. (2014). A Proposal for Implementation of Wind Energy Harvesting System in Trains. Proceedings of The 2014 International Conference on Control, Instrumentation, Energy and Communication (CIEC), 2014, doi:10.1109/ciec.2014.6959180.5. Dwyer Instruments (2017). Model VT-300 Miniature Vane Thermo-Anemometer. Model VT-300 | Miniature Vane Thermo-Anemometer Measures Air Velocity, Air Volume, Temperature, and Humidity inside Air Ducts. Application in HVAC. www.dwyer- inst.com/Product/TestEquipment/VaneThermo-Anemometer/ModelVT- 300/Google

Conference Session

Diverse Issues in Renewable Energy

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Keith E. Holbert P.E., Arizona State University; Taipeng Zhang, Arizona State University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

, pp. 1035-1039, Aug. 1997.4. J. E. Tate, T. J. Overbye, J. Sebestik, and G. C. Reese, “Interactive lessons for pre-university power education,” IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, vol. 23, no. 3, pp. 824-830, Aug. 2008.5. K. Miu, V. Cecchi, M. Kleinberg, A. Deese, M. Tong, and B. Kleinberg, “A distribution power flow experiment for outreach education,” IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, vol. 25, no. 1, pp. 3-9, Feb. 2010.6. A. T. Jeffers, A. G. Safferman, S. I. Safferman, “Understanding K-12 engineering outreach programs,” Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice, vol. 130, no. 2, pp. 95-108, April 2004.7. L. L. Grable, K. Molyneaux, P. Dixon, K. Holbert, "STEM and TPACK in renewable energy for

Conference Session

Topics in Biomass and Gasification Processes

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Madhumi Mitra Ph.D, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Abhijit Nagchaudhuri, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore; Corinne Johnson Rutzke, Corinne Rutzke

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

performance of the biodieselto operating equipment pertaining to agriculture, engineering, and the environment; and how toevaluate information from a global perspective to present a picture of the biofuels movement, itssuccesses, its historical failures, and its achievable goals within the next few decades (Figures4a-b).Figure 4a. BioPro 190 at the UMES Figure 4b Biodiesel making process in laboratoryBiodiesel facility for making biodiesel from virgin oilsfrom waste cooking oilA field trip to a local biodiesel company in Princess Anne, MD, is conducted where theparticipants are able to see how waste vegetable oil collected from restaurants, cafeterias,and other places is filtered, dewatered, and processed into

Conference Session

Sustainable Energy Education

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christopher Simon, University of Nevada, Reno; Ted Batchman, University of Nevada-Reno; Christine Taylor, Lewis and Clark University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

interdisciplinary course impacts in the way done here isintended to inform future programmatic and curricular development and inform similarinstitutional efforts elsewhere in higher education.Pedagogical ModelCurrently, the introductory renewable energy course is the only course in which engineering andnon-engineering students are required to enroll in a joint course offering. The course is designedto inform students of four major dimensions of renewable energy development (See Figure 1),with particular emphasis being placed on ―bottom up‖ community-based energy production anddemand-related choices. The four major actors studied are: a) citizens; b) political andadministrative institutions; c) private businesses; and d) researchers. In a bottom up

Conference Session

Electrical Energy Courses, Labs, and Projects II

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ramadan Elmoudi, University at Buffalo; Ilya Y. Grinberg, Buffalo State College; Mohammed Safiuddin, University at Buffalo, SUNY

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Paper ID #6672Simulation of FACTS Devices as Reactive Power Compensators and VoltageControllers in the Smart GridRamadan Elmoudi, University at Buffalo Ramadan Elmoudi (IEEE Student M’10) received the B.Sc. degree and the M.Sc. degree in electrical engineering in 1996 and 2007 respectively from Misrata Institute of Industry and Academy of Graduate Studies, Tripoli, Libya, respectively. He has over 10 years of industrial experience in National Power Sector beside his work as a developer of automation systems in different disciplines. Currently he is pursuing the Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering in U B (SUNY

Conference Session

Outreach Projects and General Energy Education

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bin Wu, University of Missouri, Columbia; Sanjeev Khanna, University of Missouri; Richard Wyatt, University of Missouri; Roger Korenberg, Missouri Department of Natural Resources

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

, furnaces, motors, lighting, HVAC, compressed gases,electrical energy management, insulation use and design, waste reduction, performance ofbuilding envelopes, alternative energy sources, energy policy and codes, economic analysis,energy auditing, and national energy security and reliability. In essence, this learning-through-doing approach exemplifies a number of contemporary learning theories, including anchoredinstruction, case-based reasoning, and problem-based learning. Students in the course will alsobe exposed to the Missouri IAC activities through industrial visits, seminars and presentations. a b

Conference Session

Energy Curriculum Advancements

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

Alternative Energy Laboratory Experiences

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Oxana S. Pantchenko, University of California, Santa Cruz; Daniel Scott Tate, University of California, Santa Cruz; Daniel O'Leary, University of California, Santa Cruz; Michael S. Isaacson, University of California, Santa Cruz; Ali DUPE Shakouri

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

energy transfer generator. Page 22.621.5 B. Solar Pathfinder Laboratory ExperimentThe solar pathfinder laboratory experiment was designed for students to obtain knowledge aboutdetermining criteria for true north, declination angle, sun path diagram and being able todetermine the best location for maximum percentage of solar energy available at a specificlocation throughout the year. The laboratory kit consisted of the following components; tripod,angle estimator, sun path diagram, chalk, dome and plastic brief case13. Each group of studentswas assigned a specific location around the building for analysis of sun exposure throughout

Conference Session

Energy Learning through Simulation and Analysis

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

Tagged Divisions

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

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Robert J. Kerestes, University of Pittsburgh; Anthony M. Popovski, University of Pittsburgh; Feng Xiong, University of Pittsburgh

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

conductivity, and the steelcenter reinforces the cable.The overhead phase conductors use the “Dove” ACSR cable, and the neutral conductor uses the“Penguin” ACSR cable. Conductor information is presented in the table below.For the analytical calculations, the cables were modeled as simple cylindrical conductors. Shownbelow are the detailed cross-sectional geometry of each cable used in the COMSOL model. Conductor Name Aluminum Strands Steel Strands Total Diameter Phase A, B, C “Dove” 26 7 0.927in Neutral “Penguin” 6 1 0.563in Table 1: Conductor DataFor the analytical

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

code todetermine the best moves of different joints of this robot to pick and place an object from point Ato point B, so that the minimum energy is consumed in this process. To measure the energyconsumption, UNI-T UT230B-US Power Meter was used [14]. It is noted that the movementfrom point A to B can be done by involvement of different joints in different ways. For example,α 1 degree rotation of joint 1, followed by α 4 degree rotation of joint 4, and α 3 degree rotation ofjoint 3. Another possible way to move from point A to B may be α 2 degree rotation of joint 2,followed by α 4 degree rotation of joint 4, and α 6 degree rotation of joint 6. There are many waysto involve different joints of the robot for the same movement from A to B

Conference Session

New Trends in Energy Curriculum

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Noel Schulz, Mississippi State University; Herbert Ginn, Mississippi State University; Stanislaw Grzybowski, Mississippi State University; Anurag Srivastava, Mississippi State University; Jimena Bastos, Mississippi State University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

the high voltage insulation used in the power devices (cables andmachines) installed on the ship. Special emphasis was shown towards the aging of the insulationwhere the impact of the ship environment (humidity, high temperature) is very important. (a) (b)Figure 4. Lightning strokes to ship model: a) Lightning stroke to the lightning protection rod b) Lightning stroke to the antenna y y Icenter I center a0 (a0 , D) a0 (a0 , D) h

Conference Session

Learning about Electric Energy Conversion

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Timothy Skvarenina, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

. El-Hawaray, M.E. (2002). Principles of Electric Machines with Power Electronic Applications. IEEE Press. Piscataway, NJ.4. Kissell, T.E. (1997) Industrial Electronics. Prentice Hall. Upper Saddle River, NJ.5. Cleaveland, P. (2007). AC Adjustable Speed Drives. Control Engineering. 54 (11) 73. Page 13.1341.8 Appendix A Variable frequency operation of an induction motor OBJECTIVEAfter conducting this experiment, the student should be able to: a. Describe the relationship between motor speed and applied frequency b. Describe the relationship between applied

Conference Session

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

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Leah Hope Sirkis, University of Pittsburgh; Tony Lee Kerzmann, University of Pittsburgh

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

? via%3Dihub#sec1 [Accessed: April 19, 2020].[4] P.J.T. Straatman, W.G.J.H.M van Sark, “A new hybrid ocean thermal energy conversion– Offshore solar pond (OTEC–OSP) design: A cost optimization approach,” Solar Energy, vol. 82, no. 6, pp 520-527, June 2008 [Online]. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solener.2007.12.002. [Accessed: April 30, 2020].[5] “Annual Temperature [C] (1955-2017),” Ocean Climate Laboratory, National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration, 2020 [Online]. https://www.nodc.noaa.gov/cgi-bin/OC5/SELECT/woaselect.pl [Accessed: April 15, 2020].[6] M. B. Ascari, et al, “Ocean Thermal Extractable Energy Visualization- Final Technical Report on Award DE-EE0002664,” Office of

Conference Session

Project-Based Education in Energy Curriculum

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sanjay Jayaram, Saint Louis University, Parks College of Engineering; Sridhar S. Condoor, Saint Louis University, Parks College of Engineering

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

- Conversion andDelivery of Electrical Energy in the 21st Century, pp. 1 – 7 (2008).5. Datar, M.T., Rao, M.N., and Reddy, S., “Vermicomposting - A Technological Option for Solid WasteManagement”, Journal of Solid Waste Technology and Management, v 24, n2, May, 1997, p 89-93.6. Davis, Karen C., Perkey, Megan L., Harth, Nicholas B., and Dees, Nathan, “STEPing into the Classroom: AnAlternative Capstone Experience”, Proceedings of the 2005 ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Portland,June 2005. Page 22.1240.9

Conference Session

Alternative-energy Laboratory Experiences

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bret Bosma, California State University, Chico; Gregory Kallio, California State University, Chico

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

each test using two y- axes with appropriate scaling and legend. Plot solar irradiation for each test with appropriate Page 14.1022.9 scaling and legend. Use 3-pt size data markers connected with a straight line (no smoothing).b. Compute the DC power output and PV efficiency at each time step for the static and tracking tests. Plot the DC power output and PV efficiency versus time for each test using two y-axes with appropriate scaling and legend. Use 3-pt size data markers connected with a straight line (no smoothing).c. Compute the average solar irradiation, average DC power output, and average PV module

Conference Session

Sustainability and Hands-On Activities

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Abhijit Nagchaudhuri, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Madhumi Mitra Ph.D, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore; Xavier Shastri Domnique Henry, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

andtangentially related efforts geared towards the design and implementation of an Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) system based upon the culture of white-leg shrimp and a redseaweed, Gracilaria (Figure 4). These efforts formed the basis of a doctoral dissertation and werebeing undertaken on campus in a large greenhouse without a functioning environmental controlsystem. Figure 4. IMTA based upon shrimp and Gracilaria: (A) Artificial feed, (B) Fed shrimp culture(C) Nutrients from uneaten feed & excrement, (D) Extractive seaweed culture, (P1) Product 1, & (P2) Potential new productSince the research was being undertaken in a location with no direct connection to any marine orestuarine systems, all system

Conference Session

Experiences in Teaching Energy Courses

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Noel Schulz, Mississippi State University; Herbert Ginn, Mississippi State University; Stanislaw Grzybowski, Mississippi State University; Anurag Srivastava, Mississippi State University; Jimena Bastos, Mississippi State University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

waveform excitation at different temperature (a) (b)Figure 9: Partial discharge pattern of MW 35C AWG 14 round conductor at 750 V ac, 20°C, sampled after 100 and 1000 hrs of accelerated degradation, a) and b), respectively.Electrical Degradation of High Voltage Power Ship Cables Energized by SwitchingImpulsesThe power cables installed on the shipboard are frequently subjected to switching impulsesbecause there are a large amount of capacitors installed in the system. The switching surges will Page 12.1276.11be generated during the operation of switch S3, Figure

Conference Session

Sustainable Energy Education

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Keith L. Coogler, Sam Houston State University; Ayhan Zora, Deere & Company

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

characteristics [16], which make the design of the powerelectronic controller simple. Other benefits that permanent magnet motors provide are the Page 22.202.5following: a) Since the flux is produced by the permanent magnet, there is no need for anexternal flux control circuit, b) because there is no field circuit, the permanent magnet motordoes not have any field copper losses like shunt DC motors would have [17], c) since no fieldwindings are required, permanent magnet motors are smaller in size compared to shunt DCmotors [18]. The basic configuration and picture of a permanent magnet DC motor is shown inFigure 5

Conference Session

Alternative Energy Laboratory Experiences

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kendrick T. Aung, Lamar University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

results include energy budgets such asincident solar radiation, thermal energy to the plant, gross and net electricity output.Sample outputs of total energy flow and net electricity output are shown in the figurebelow. The results are from a case study of 100 MW solar power plant included with Page 22.1297.4SAM. For each project, SAM can conduct the financial analysis of the system in terms ofLCOE (levelized cost of energy), present worth analysis and life cycle cost analysis. Figure 2 Sample results (a) Annual energy flow and (b) Net electric output Another student project deals with comparing LCOE of a 30 MW photovoltaic(PV) plant in two

Conference Session

Electrical Energy Courses, Labs, and Projects I

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Al DUPE Mundy, United States Air Force Academy; Andrew Laffely, US Air Force Academy; Bryan John Cooper, United States Air Force; George York, U.S. Air Force Academy; Herbert L. Hess, University of Idaho, Moscow

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Department Struggles with STEM Problems”, B. Lane, 2012, Available online:www.thomasnet.com/journals/machining/defense-department-struggles-with-stem-problems/[3] “Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education: Background, FederalPolicy, and Legislative Action”, J. Kuenzi, CRS Report for Congress, Available Onlinehttp://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/RL33434.pdf, Mar 2008 Page 23.1000.8[4] “Green Energy: Powering Education from a STEM Education Methodology”, Bill Hughes, 2011, ItnlTech & Engr Edu Assoc, v71 n2 p23-25 Oct 2011[5] J. Koebler, Demand, Pay for STEM Skills Skyrocket, Oct 2011, USNEWS

Conference Session

Alternative Energy Laboratory Experiences

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Narayanan M. Komerath, Georgia Institute of Technology

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

the “EduKitchen” project, which envisages a device that improves the Figure 4: Micro solar thermal testbed efficiency of a slum-dwelling kitchen woodstove, generating enough electrical
 power to (a) a feedback-controlled fan to drive fresh air through the fire, improving combustion efficiency to reduce fuel needs and pollutants, and exhaust pollutants out of the kitchen, and (b) steady LED lighting, enough for a child to read and do homework, without having to leave the kitchen and escape supervision. A strict design criterion here is that

Conference Session

Computer Applications in Energy Courses

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Frank Li, Youngstown State University; Theodore Burke, Ajax Tocco; Jalal Jalali, Youngstown State University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

Page 13.391.7bank will be chosen based on the inductance of the induction heating coil to have a resonancefrequency close to the power supply output frequency. (a) 600 400 200 0 -200 -400 -600 0s 100us 200us 300us 400us 500us V(LSE:1) -I(LSE) Time (b) Figure 5: (a) simplified load circuit, R1 and L1 represent the resistance and inductance of themetal work piece and the induction

Conference Session

Projects in Alternative Energy: Wind and Solar

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Keith L. Coogler, Sam Houston State University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

system was placedon the south side of the lab facility that is closest to the LED light fixtures and control box. Thetype of solar tracker was the “UTR-020 Universal Solar Tracker”, which was studied andinstalled by three students [19]. Track Racks use only the sun's heat and gravity to follow thesun; there is no motors, no gears, and no control units used for this equipment. Solar trackersincrease the electrical output of photovoltaic modules by 25% or more compared to modules on Page 25.771.7fixed mounts. Features of the tracker include: a) track racks always produce more power than afixed rack, b) track racks produce 25-45% more power in the

Conference Session

Automation, Instrumentation, and Computer Simulations

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kendrick T. Aung, Lamar University; Jiang Zhou, Lamar University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

. Peuker, J. M., & Peuker, S. (2013, June), Incorporating Active Learning into a Thermal System Design Lecture Paper presented at 2013 ASEE Annual Conference, Atlanta, Georgia. https://peer.asee.org/197416. Ray, B. (2014, June), Designing Hybrid Energy Storage Systems: A Tool for Teaching System-Level Modeling and Simulation Paper presented at 2014 ASEE Annual Conference, Indianapolis, Indiana. https://peer.asee.org/202697. K. Aung, “Design of Thermal Systems: A Lost Course,” Proceedings of 2007 ASEE Annual Meeting & Exposition, Honolulu, Hawaii, June 20078. K. Aung, “Energy Engineering: A New Elective for Mechanical Engineering,” Proceedings of the 2004 ASEE Annual Meeting & Exposition, Salt Lake City