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Instrumentation Technical Session III

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wesley B. Williams P.E., University of North Carolina, Charlotte

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Paper ID #6767LabVIEW and Arduino as a gateway to PLC programmingDr. Wesley B. Williams P.E., University of North Carolina, Charlotte Dr. Wesley B. Williams is an assistant professor in the Department of Engineering Technology and Con- struction Management at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Dr. Williams joined the de- partment in 2011, teaching courses in the mechanical engineering technology and electrical engineering technology undergraduate programs as well the facilities management graduate program. His research interests include additive manufacturing, instrumentation, controls, and lapping. His

Conference Session

Instrumentation Technical Session III

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Herbert L. Hess, University of Idaho, Moscow

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engineering (and everything else) at __________University is well known for its sunny east-facing floor-to ceiling windows that run thethousand-foot length of the building on three of its six floors. Using a protractor, the angle iseasy to measure. Applying a rated load resistance or a small light bulb gives an appropriatecurrent output as a function of phase angle.Experiment B: An estimate of maximum power output. The voltage vs. current curve of a solarcell is nearly rectangular, as shown in Figure 7.   Figure 5. Typical Voltage vs. Current Curve for a Photovoltaic Cell7The terminal voltage is quite close to the open circuit voltage for a range of current

Conference Session

Instrumentation Technical Session I

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rafic Bachnak, Texas A&M International University; Sofía Carolina Maldonado, Texas A&M International University; Fernando Garcia Gonzalez, Texas A&M International University

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in the problem: Ve = 2802 m/s. While this part of thecalculations is regarded as accurate, the remaining thrust formula, ̇ is stillpending of simulation/testing. A sample problem, similar to the one used for exhaust velocity,could not be found.Interface Operation:Steps to test the program through the simulation interface are as follows: Page 23.528.91. Have an approximated minimum and maximum value for the parameters ready to input such as: a. Mass Flow Rate in b. Temperature Out in K c. Pressure Entering in Psi d. Pressure Out in Psi e. Cross-Sectional Area of nozzle in2. Introduce those

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Instrumentation Technical Session I

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alireza Rahrooh, Daytona State College; Walter W. Buchanan P.E., Texas A&M University; Remzi Seker, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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systems may be expressed by a model of thefollowing form called Deterministic Auto Regression Moving Average (DARMA model)4 yk = Φ (4)where yk is the system scalar output at time k, Φk-1 is a linear or nonlinear function ofthe output sequence {yk-1, yk-2, …} and the input sequence {uk-1, uk-2, …} in vector forms, Page 23.870.3and denotes a parameter vector (unknown).A simple example is a first order DARMA modelYk = -ayk-1 + buk-1Where, Φ = [-yk-1, uk-1], and = [a, b]With these notations, the Least-Squares identification algorithm is now introduced.Least

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Instrumentation Technical Session I

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Akram Hossain, Purdue University, Calumet (Tech); Mohammad A. Zahraee, Purdue University, Calumet (Tech)

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used to operate the machine, then the host computer must have the following software tools: a. FactoryTalk® Tools b. FactoryTalk® View ME (Machine Edition) c. FactoryTalk® Studio d. RSLogix 5000 and e. Other Rockwell software tools necessary for the operation of the machine.HOW LOGMEIN PROCESS IS DIFFERENT FROM VNC AND VPN VIEWER[1][2][3][4]In computing, Virtual Network Computing (VNC) is a graphical desktop sharing system that usesthe RFB (remote frame buffer) protocol to remotely control another computer. It transmits thekeyboard and mouse events from one computer to another, relaying the graphical screen updatesback in the other direction, over a network. Popular uses for this technology include remote

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Instrumentation Technical Session I

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Asad Yousuf, Savannah State University; Jarvis Brewer T, Savannah State University; Mohamad A. Mustafa, Savannah State University; Alberto G De La Cruz, Savannah State University; Faraz Muhammad Yousuf, 3D Imaging Developer

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and I/O (input/output) pin access together and servos can be easily plugged inwhile housed underneath the chassis. The visible physical features of the Boe-Bot are theBoard of education, which sits above the chassis connected to four standoffs. The chassisitself which includes two plastic machined wheels, one on each side, on the front end, and atail wheel ball attached to the rear end using a cotter pin.Figure1 (a) shows the Boe-Bot Page 23.1372.3robot. Figure 1(b) shows the non-visible features of the Boe-Bot which includes the servomotors as well as the battery pack.Figure 1(a) Figure 1(b)Hardware and

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Instrumentation Technical Session

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Andrew Hoff, University of South Florida; Richard Gilbert, University of South Florida

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Paper ID #7856Instrumentation to Facilitate Learning in a First Bio-potentials CourseDr. Andrew Hoff, University of South Florida Dr. Andrew Hoff is a Professor of Electrical Engineering in the College of Engineering at the University of South Florida. His research and educational focus explores bio-electric phenomena and the processing and characterization of material surfaces. He has developed educational materials for high school science and math curricula with funding provided by the National Science Foundation.Dr. Richard Gilbert, University of South Florida Dr. Richard Gilbert is a professor of Chemical and

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Instrumentation Technical Session II

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mingshao Zhang, Stevens Institute of Technology; ZHOU ZHANG, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science); Sven K. Esche, Stevens Institute of Technology

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on December 16, 2012.[8] Information on Kinect from Wikipedia, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kinect, accessed on December 16, 2012[9] Kepski, M., Kwolek, B. & Austvoll, I., 2012, “Fuzzy inference-based reliable fall detection using Kinect and accelerometer,” Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing, Lecture Notes in Computer Science, Vol. 7267, Springer Berlin Heidelberg, 266-273.[10] Chang, Y., Chen, S. & Huang, J., 2011, “A Kinect-based system for physical rehabilitation: a pilot study for young adults with motor disabilities,” Research in Developmental Disabilities, 32(6), 2566-2570.[11] Izadi, S., Newcombe, R., Kim, D., Hilliges, O., Molyneaux, D., Hodges, S., Kohli, P., Shotton, J., Davison, A. & Fitzgibbon, A

Conference Session

Instrumentation Technical Session II

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Akram Hossain, Purdue University, Calumet (Tech); Tanima Zaman, Ivy Tech Community College, Northwest

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23.1275.2Introduction:Robotics has become one of the essential segments of modern automation systems. Autonomousmobile robots are noticeably being used in various industrial and non-industrial applicationsnowadays. The purpose of this project was to study the National Instrument’s Robotic StarterKit 1.0 (DaNI) and to develop a graphical programming model in LabVIEW Robotics Module2011 for combining mobile robot path planning and collision avoidance concepts. The LabVIEWprogram enables the mobile robot to travel from a user defined starting point A to a destinationpoint B through avoiding undefined obstacle on its route. The LabVIEW program is based on the“Sense, Think and Act”1 concept where the robot senses for obstacles in its route by anultrasonic sensor, makes a

Conference Session

Instrumentation Technical Session

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Thiruparan Balachandran, Middle Tennessee State University; Saleh M. Sbenaty, Middle Tennessee State University; Jeffrey Walck, Middle Tennessee State University

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processing board reads the sensors’ measured values and sends them to an internet server.The user can view the date either as numerical values or as a graph. The data can be alsodownloaded as Microsoft Excel sheet. Figures 4B and 4C show the main processing board andits associated components. Figure 4.B. Main Processing Board and its Associated Hardware.8.1. SensorsThe SHT 75 sensor from Sensirion is selected to measure temperature and relative humidity.This sensor consists of a sensing element and a signal processing unit and provides calibratedtemperature and relative humidity measurements. This sensor uses capacitive and band gapsensing technology to measure the relative humidity and temperature, respectively. In this systemfive of

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Instrumentation Technical Session

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Xiaojing Yuan, University of Houston (CoT); Xiaohui Yuan, University of North Texas; David Adam Harden; Yang Lu

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userexperience with the system. All user interfaces provide data/waveformvisualization and simple analysis functions that Page 23.353.4can be fed into control strategies. In addition, Figure 4 (a) mySmart User Interface Designvoice recognition capability is also integrated in all user interfaces to provide a more intuitiveinteraction mechanism. System logic is designed such that human commands (whether in the Figure 4 (b) Three panels user interface on computerform of voice or clicking on the control button) always get the highest priority. For

Conference Session

Instrumentation Technical Session II

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohammad Rafiq Muqri, DeVry University, Pomona; Furqan Muqri, UT Southwestern Medical School; Shih Ek Chng, DeVry University

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Paper ID #6013Matching Pursuits in EEG AnalysisDr. Mohammad Rafiq Muqri, DeVry University, PomonaMr. Furqan Muqri, UT Southwestern Medical SchoolProf. Shih Ek Chng, DeVry University Page 23.886.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2013 Matching Pursuits in EEG Analysis : Development of a diagnostic toolAn Electroencephalogram (EEG) signal is the recording of the electrical activity (voltagefluctuations) along the scalp due to the currents that flow during synaptic excitations of

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Instrumentation Technical Session II

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Marshall, University of Southern Maine

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Paper ID #6350Programmable Logic Controllers: Essential and AffordableDr. John Marshall, University of Southern Maine John Marshall received his Ph.D. from Texas A&M University and is the Departmental Internship Co- ordinator at the University of Southern Maine. His areas of specialization include Power and Energy Processing, Applied Process Control Engineering, Automation, Fluid Power, and Facility Planning. Page 23.989.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2013

Conference Session

Instrumentation Technical Session III

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Asad Yousuf, Savannah State University; Alex Wong, Digilent Inc.; Derek W. Edens

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Paper ID #6926Remote Circuit Design Labs with Analog DiscoveryDr. Asad Yousuf, Savannah State UniversityMr. Alex Wong, Digilent Inc.Mr. Derek W. Edens I am a Senior studying Electronics Engineering Technology at Savannah State University. I earned an Associates Degree from Savannah Technical College. Currently, I am the President of the IEEE Student Chapter at Savannah State College and served as the founding Chairman of Savannah Technical College’s IEEE Student Chapter. Areas of interest include but are not limited to Autonomous Robotic Applications, UAV,Optics,and Electromechanical Security

Conference Session

Instrumentation Technical Session

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohammad Rafiq Muqri, DeVry University, Pomona; Robert Alfaro

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computing tend to be difficult for beginning freshman and sophomorestudents. This difficulty is reinforced by the use of cheap simulators as opposed to hands-onmicroprocessor development tools. The faculty at DeVry University is developing new hands onapplication-oriented laboratory exercises which can actively engage students. These laboratoryexercises will also be helpful to students who will take capstone senior project coursework.The use of carefully crafted laboratory exercises is very important in exposing engineeringtechnology students to microprocessor projects. The previous assembly language laboratoryexercises were used in a two-course microprocessor sequence taught over a fourteen weeksemester. The newer three-course microprocessor

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Instrumentation Technical Session III

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hugh Jack, Grand Valley State University

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Paper ID #7393Using the Parallax Propeller for Mechatronics EducationDr. Hugh Jack, Grand Valley State University Hugh Jack is a Professor of Product Design and Manufacturing Engineering at Grand Valley State Uni- versity in Grand Rapids, Michigan. His interests include manufacturing education, design, project man- agement, automation, and control systems. Page 23.1343.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2013 Using the Parallax Propeller for Mechatronics

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Instrumentation Technical Session I

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kenneth E. Dudeck, Pennsylvania State University, Hazleton Campus; Wieslaw Grebski, Pennsylvania State University, Hazleton Campus

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for Engineering Education, 2013 Portable Photovoltaic Laboratory for In-Service Teacher WorkshopsAbstractThis paper describes the design and development of a sustainable energy workshop that featuresa mobile photovoltaic laboratory for the purpose of providing an outdoor learning resource. Theportability of this laboratory was achieved by the design and construction of custom utility cartsused for the mounting of the photovoltaic panels and the supporting instrumentation. Theworkshop also included a demonstration fixed solar thermal system used to generate hot water,as well energy auditing techniques.The instrumentation outlined in this paper was used in the delivery of two separate workshopsthat were offered to 8 -12 grade teachers as