Paper ID #21896Developing a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) as a Decision SupportSystem in Horticulture IndustryDr. Lash B. Mapa, Purdue University Northwest Lash Mapa is a Professor in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue University North- west (PNW). His undergraduate and graduate degrees are in Chemical Engineering. He has several years’ experience as a Chemical Engineer, Process and Project manager with European and U.S. manufacturing organizations. Currently, he is involved in the MS Technology program at PUC and has managed over thirty lean six sigma projects with manufacturing, service
Paper ID #15252RFID Tag Detection in 3-D SpaceDr. Lash B. Mapa, Purdue University - Calumet Lash Mapa is a Professor in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue University Calumet (PUC). His undergraduate and graduate degrees are in Chemical Engineering. He has several years’ experience as a Chemical Engineer, Process and Project manager with European and U.S. manufacturing organizations. Currently, he is involved in the MS Technology program at PUC and has managed over thirty lean six sigma projects with manufacturing, service industry and educational institutions. He is a certified six sigma black belt
simulationresults. The initial conditions are (𝑥𝑏 , 𝜃𝑦 , 𝑥̇ 𝑏 , 𝜃̇𝑦 ) = (0.1 m, 0, 0, 0) and (𝑦𝑏 , 𝜃𝑥 , 𝑦̇ 𝑏 , 𝜃̇𝑥 ) =(0.33 m, 0, 0, 0), respectively. Note that the initial condition of 𝑦𝑏 (0) = 0.33 m implies the ball isto be at 0.1 m from the center of the plate. As expected, the ball is stabilized to the center of theplate where (𝑥𝑏 , 𝑦𝑏 ) = (0, 0.23) with eventual zero velocity of the ball.Figure 8. Simulation results: (a) Rotational motion about Y-axis (see Fig. 5); (b) Rotational motion about X-axis (see Figure 6).5.2 Experimental ResultsThe system performs balancing control to some extent. However, it was not satisfactorily able tokeep the ball within a small area around the center of the plate. Figure 9 shows measured
, dueto limitations in terms of lab capacity and an increase in number of students taking the course, itis difficult to provide each student, or even groups of students, with an individual trainer. PortablePLC trainers, on the other hand, do not require a large lab space.Historically, out-of-date, rack-mounted PLC equipment was used in the Department to supportthis class. While this provided the students with a procedural introduction to PLCs, it did not allowfor conceptual understanding or real world experience with the equipment. The ET Programrecently developed an updated set of PLC units utilizing the B&R controller that allowed an openplatform for the laboratory components of the class while fostering a conceptual understanding ofthe
Paper ID #21765Framework to Develop the Customized Tool for RFID ExperimentDr. Tae-Hoon Kim, Purdue University NorthwestDr. Lash B. Mapa, Purdue University Northwest Lash Mapa is a Professor in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue University North- west (PNW). His undergraduate and graduate degrees are in Chemical Engineering. He has several years’ experience as a Chemical Engineer, Process and Project manager with European and U.S. manufacturing organizations. Currently, he is involved in the MS Technology program at PUC and has managed over thirty lean six sigma projects with manufacturing, service
Paper ID #18531Investigating the Effect of Temperature in RFID TechnologyDr. Tae-Hoon Kim, Purdue University NorthwestDr. Lash B. Mapa, Purdue University Northwest Lash Mapa is a Professor in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue University Calumet (PUC). His undergraduate and graduate degrees are in Chemical Engineering. He has several years’ experience as a Chemical Engineer, Process and Project manager with European and U.S. manufacturing organizations. Currently, he is involved in the MS Technology program at PUC and has managed over thirty lean six sigma projects with manufacturing, service industry
measurements and a Monel alloy sheath to prevent corrosion or other forms of damage. The steamgenerator is a once-through 19 tube alloy 690 B&W design. The pressurizer resides near the inlet of thesteam generator and is connected to the large tanks representative of the mPower SMR’s RWST andcontainment. There are also intermediate pressure injection tanks which can inject water from pressuresup to 1500 psia. The feed and steam system on the secondary side are able to control inlet watertemperature to the steam generator. This control has precision from ambient to more than 400°F. Thefeed flow, feed preheater, and primary condenser fan are all controlled by variable frequency drives thatcan be fine-tuned and have algorithmic capabilities for a
Answer1. Are all cells the same size and shape? 0 36 0 02. Is there any physical way to separate a mixture of cells? 32 0 1 3 A. Filter paper (19). B. Gravity (21). C.3. Could any of these methods be used to separate a mixture of Electrical charge (26). D. None of thecells: above (1)Table 2: Post-laboratory evaluation questions and studentanswers Student Answers Not
System Specification, Design and Installation Part 2: Control Device Specification. Retrieved April 06, 2013, from Automation Direct: http://support.automationdirect.com/docs/controlsystemdesign.pdf[8]. Hollifield, B., Oliver, D., Nimmo, I., & Habibi, E. (2008). The High Performance HMI Handbook. International Society of Automation (ISA) .[9]. Hossain, A., & Zaman, T. (2012). HMI design: An analysis of a good display for seamless integration between user understanding and automatic controls. American Society for Engineering Education, (pp. AC 2012-3605).[10]. modular architecture. (n.d.). Retrieved April 10, 2013, from Webopedia: http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/M/modular_architecture.html[11]. Motoman. (2007
1., 3., 4., 5., 7., 9., 11., and 13.See Appendix A for the detailed electrical design and Appendix B for the detailed mechanicaldesign.5.1.1 DC Gear MotorThe motor selected for the module is a Zhengke 24 V DC, 5 rev/min gear motor, modelZGA37RG 627i [4] (see Figure 2). The motor has a diameter of 37 mm, is 63.8 mm long (notincluding output shaft or terminals), and consumes 1.9 W (no load). The module contains two ofthese motors.Figure 2: DC Gear Motor (uXcell)5.1.2 RelayThe relay selected for the module is a TE Connectivity DPDT (double pole double throw) relaymodel RT4S4LC4 [5] (see Figure 3). The relay coil is rated for 24 V DC and consumes 400 mW.The module contains four relays (two per motor).Figure 3: Relay (TE Connectivity)5.2
Bradly, Automation Direct,Schneider, and Eaton were implemented into the system with various transducers and outputs.Following is a list of the PLCs and their associated inputs and outputs included in the lab: 1. Eaton XC-CPU202 a. Buzzer b. LED Lights 2. Direct Logic 06 Koyo a. Tower Light b. Buzzer c. Rotary Encoder 3. Automation Direct Productivity 3000 a. Humidity Sensor b. Picking Sensor c. LED Light 4. Allen Bradley MicroLogix 1100 a. Photoelectric Proximity Sensor b. LED Light 5. Schneider M221 a. Air Velocity Sensor b. LED LightAdditional hardware was also installed
1768-PA-3/A Ethernet Module 1768-ENBT/A Sercos Interface 1768-M04se/A Compact Logix L43 1768-L43/A Isolated Relay out 8pt. 1769-OW81/B/3 Sink/Source Input 16pt. 1769-IQ16/A/2 End cap 1769-ECR PowerFlex 4 cat no 22A-B2P3N104 Servo Drive Line Interface Module 2094-AL50S Ultra 3000 servo drive 2098-DSD030-SE Ultra 3000 servo drive 2098-DSD030-SE Line Filter
plugs with wet hands or while standing on a wet surface. If an electrical fire occurs, switch OFF the apparatus, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and inform the laboratory instructor immediately. Use an ABC type extinguisher. DO NOT TOUCH THE HEAT SENSORS OR WALLS! The walls might get extremely heated and cause severe burns. Turn OFF the laboratory apparatus when not in use. This will reduce the risk of an accident occurring. Do not leave the main air pressure valve open after experiment is done.Appendix B: General safety rules and student responsibilities (Instructor copy) Electricity is used on portions of this laboratory equipment; the risk of serious electricalshock may be
wouldsuppress any commands that would cause the motor to cause further travel in that direction,while freely allowing motion in the opposite direction.Example setupIn one experimental setup example, a small 3-axis Cartesian robot platform was connected to thecombined controller setup. The Cartesian robot was built to act as a pick and place machine Table 1—Example inputs and outputs Inputs Outputs 9 Encoder channels (A,B,I per axis) 3 Motor control (1 per axis) 6 Limit switches (2 per axis) 3 Direction signals (1 per axis) 2 End effector sensors (open/closed) 2 End effector signals (open/closed)using a
LabVIEW:As the LabVIEW is a modular type of software and logical operations are taken in form of blocksthe transfer functions (8) and (9) that are derived for an electromechanical to translational systemare used to create this model in LabVIEW that replicates the mathematical operation of a real-timeassembly line with load transported from point A to B. Figure 9. Block Diagram of LabVIEW model Figure 10. Block DiagramChange in the variables can be easily done in the front panel while the operation is running andthe implementation of the outcome results in graphical representation will deliver the differencesin results more clear and precise
cable. This is to access myRIO pins without running individual jumperwires directly to each pin. Figure 3, shows the breakout board and the 34-pin connectors on theNI myRIO. To power the experimental platform, one battery is used for the motors while theother battery is used to power the breakout board and the myRIO. A 5V, 2.5 step down regulatoris added to the breakout board to provide on-board power for all sensors connected to the board. (a) (b) Figure 3: (a) PCB breakout board, (b) 34-pin connectors on NI myRIO. Figure 4: Mobile robot base configuration used in Section III Case Study 1 and 3.As mentioned earlier, one of the objectives for designing this
blocks. One terminal blockcontains the connections (E, B, C) for a BJT. A second terminal block has connections (S, G, D)for a MOSFET. The third terminal block makes available ±15VDC that may be used assubstrate bias voltages when tracing the IV characteristics of MOSFETs that are part of transistorarrays (e.g., CD4007).Two switches determine the functional mode of the curve tracer (MOSFET vs BJT, andNPN/NMOS vs PNP/PMOS).Fig. 1. Curve tracer front-panel connections. The unit is presently configured to measure the I-Vcharacteristics of a PMOS device.Figure 2 is a block diagram of the curve tracer. We have a complete schematic diagram of thedevice, but it is not included here. The schematic was drawn in landscape mode on an 11”×17”sheet, and
Modern Robotics book is used to calculate the position of the Robot tip given the jointangles. The actual position of the Robot is measured and compared to the calculated position todetermine the accuracy of the Robot [7].Lab 3 introduces the main features of the V-REP Simulator: a) Scene Objects b) Calculation Modules c) Control MechanismsThe model browser comes with a wide variety of Robot models both mobile and non-mobile.The students are provided V-REP scripts that demonstrate the major features of V-REPSimulator [8].The LUA programming language is also introduced to the students. The students write and runsome simple LUA programs such as “Hello World”.Inverse Kinematics is at the center of Lab 4a using first V-REP and then
SolidWorks the truss results SolidWorks? Simulation model conducted by studentsFigure 1 shows the assembly model that the students developed using SolidWorks [7] in theclassroom. Part (a) of the figure represents the actual model and the part (b) represents anexploded view of the same model for a better understanding. Figure 1: Assembly model developed by students using SolidWorksTo develop the assembly model, students needed to create 4 different part files: (1) spacer, (2) Z-bracket, (3) L-bracket, and (4) peg. The dimensions of the 4 part files are shown in Figures 2-5
Paper ID #15134Recruiting STEM Students into Middle/High School TeachingDr. Asad Yousuf, Savannah State UniversityDr. Mohamad A. Mustafa, Savannah State University Mohamad Mustafa is a Professor of Civil Engineering Technology and the Chair of the Engineering Technology Department at Savannah State University (SSU). He has six years of industrial experience prior to teaching at SSU. He received his BS, MS, and PhD in Civil Engineering from Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan.Dr. Keenya G. Mosley, Savannah State University Dr. Keenya G. Mosley serves as the Assessment & CAEP Manager/Assistant Professor for the
teaching. The Chronicle of Higher education53(48), A16; 2007[6]Connelly, M. R., & Millar, S. B. (2006). Using workshops to improve instruction in STEMCourses. Metropolitan Universities, 17(4), 53–65.[7] Dickie, L. O., Dedic, H., Rosenfield, S., Rosenfield, E., & Simon, R. A. (2006). Success andpersistence in science: The influence of classroom climate. Arxiv preprint physics/0610243. Retrieved from http://arxiv.org/pdf/physics/0610243.pdf[8] Felder, R. M., Brent, R., & Prince, M. J. (2011). Engineering instructional development:Programs, best practices, and recommendations. Journal of Engineering Education, 100(1), 89–122.[9]Hora, M. T. (2012). Organizational factors and instructional decision-making: A cognitiveperspective. Review of
Paper ID #29072Programmable System-On-Chip (PSoC) Usage in Embedded ProgrammingCoursesProf. David R. Loker, Penn State Erie, The Behrend College David R. Loker received the M.S.E.E. degree from Syracuse University in 1986. In 1984, he joined General Electric (GE) Company, AESD, as a design engineer. In 1988, he joined the faculty at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College. In 2007, he became the Chair of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Program. His research interests include wireless sensor networks, data acquisition systems, and communications systems.Mr. Stephen A. Strom, Pennsylvania State University
Paper ID #14789Low-Cost Robot Arms for the Robotic Operating System (ROS) and MoveItDr. Asad Yousuf, Savannah State UniversityMr. William Lehman, Bill’s Robotic Solutions William Lehman is President of Bill’s Robotic Solutions which he started in July of 2013. He has had over twenty years of experience in software and hardware development. He has worked on numerous projects in digital communication systems, robotics, and aerospace applications. Mr. Lehman received his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering in 1979 from Catholic University of America.Dr. Mohamad A. Mustafa, Savannah State University
inertia than how it is perceived and described presently. “Concerning the problem of therelativity of inertia, B. Friedlaender further notes that inertia, i.e. the resistance to changes in thevelocity, is not an internal property of a single body but rather a consequence of the influence ofall the other bodies of the universe.” [9] Previous scientific research raised significant interest inE. Mach’s thoughts about how inertia is influenced by all matter [10-12]. According to mostwidely accepted theory, inertial properties are equal against any force from any direction sincethe universe is isotropic in matter distribution at large scales, and hence it would be nearlyimpossible to test this theory because of the difficulty of detecting any
voltage of the VCVS appears atterminal VCD and is a half-wave rectified triangle which may be positive-going or negative-going, depending upon the polarity selected by switch S1. This output of the VCVS provides thecollector voltage for BJTs or drain voltage for MOSFETs. Resistor R10 is a built-in current-limiting resistor used with diode IV measurements. The anode of a diode under test is connectedto terminal DA. The VCVS output current is limited to approximately ±25mA.Fig. 2. Partitioned curve tracer schematic. Functions of each block are described in the text.Block B is a transresistance amplifier that produces a voltage at terminal VI that is proportionalto the current entering the virtual-ground input (terminals S_E and DC). The
confinement provided tothe soil beneath the bearing area is limited by the passive condition in the soil beyond the lateralextents of the bearing area. The failure surface in this region is characterized by a planar surfaceinclined 45-ϕ/2 above horizontal. Between active and passive zones, there is a transition zonecalled the Prandtl zone in which the failure surface follows the shape of a log spiral. The active,Prandtl, and passive zones are respectively labeled A, B, and C in Figure 5. Page 26.1709.7 ce rfa su ure ail
course and relieson knowledge and material covered in that class. This lecture provides a definition for and talksabout the differences and similarities between probes and sensors and shows examples of boththat are available and will be used throughout the semester during the lab component of thecourse. The concepts of sensor accuracy and code width are reviewed and the idea of how theselection of probes can impact the measurement accuracy and response. One example that isused in the lecture is the use of a pressure transducer and pitot static tube to determine thevelocity of a flowing fluid. Figure 2 shows the components of the measurement system, the pitotstatic tube (a.) is a probe and the pressure transducer (b.) is the sensor. The material
practical instrumentation and control systems through hands-on laboratory exercises,and in-class demonstrations. Course objectives 1-4 are incorporated in all of these latter activities.Finally, a semester student team project is assigned from an extensive list of possible project ideas,leading to course objective 5. Some of these ideas are proposed by industry contacts, while othersare proposed by the faculty. Student teams present their projects as posters during the annualDepartmental Open House each December at the end of the fall semester (course objective 6).Project reports are evaluated using the rubric shown in Appendix B. Over the years, some of thevery best student team projects have been chosen to become regular laboratory
its portable small size with high performance computing. Besides, it includes other attractivefeatures such as networking, I/O port, Wi-Fi, and etc. In this section, we will introduceRaspberry Pi in terms of specification, features, requirements, and its application fields.2.1 Introducing Raspberry PiRaspberry Pi was developed by Raspberry Pi Foundation based in United Kingdom (UK) to helppeople to teach and learn basic Computer Science with low cost high-performance computer.Raspberry Pi is low cost, credit-card sized computer introduced in 2012 as shown in Figure 1. Figure 1. Raspberry Pi 3 B plusInitially two models are developed, Model A and Model B in Raspberry Pi version 1. Thedifference of two models
Page 26.480.11 5000 emulator has to be configured first. a) Right Click on an empty slot in the RSLogix 5000 Emulator and click create Select RSLogix Emulate 5000 Emulator b) Configure drives with RSLinx Now Go to RSLinx Classic Configure DriversVirtual Backplane c) Go to Emulator Right Click and Run3. Set up a link between Factory Talk®View and RSLogix™ 5000 emulator. a) Go to RSLinx Enterprise in the Explorer Window. Page 26.480.12 b) Click Add → Name it → Browse and find your saved Studio 5000 file c) Right click on 1789-A17, Backplane → Add device d) Double click on 1756-Lx/Em