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Investigation Of The Pulse Operation Wavelength Characteristics Of Infrared Emitting Diodes, Anton G. Kuhn
Investigation Of The Pulse Operation Wavelength Characteristics Of Infrared Emitting Diodes, Anton G. Kuhn
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
No abstract provided.
An Industrial Wastewater Treatment Review For The Textile And Pulp And Paper Industries Of Srilanka, Kolonne A. Wijeratne
An Industrial Wastewater Treatment Review For The Textile And Pulp And Paper Industries Of Srilanka, Kolonne A. Wijeratne
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
A legislative authority empowered to protect Srilanka's environment, operating similarly to the Environmental Protection Agency of the U.S., is needed, along with wastewater treatment. Wastewater parameters of importance in treatment are BOD, COD, total suspended solids, settleable solids, pH, colour, turbidity, ammonia or nitrate nitrogen, heavy metals, sulfides, phosphates, and phenols. Methods of industrial waste treatment vary depending on the climatic conditions, the industry, raw materials, and process adopted. Textile and pulp and paper industries exist in Srilanka and have very high pollution potential. Methods of treatment to finally generate reasonably good quality effluent are available. Processing of effluents from …
Thermal Control Of An Electronic Enclosure Utilizing A Vapor Chamber, Michael L. Dougherty
Thermal Control Of An Electronic Enclosure Utilizing A Vapor Chamber, Michael L. Dougherty
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
This thesis addresses the problem of extracting heat from sealed electronic enclosures. Typical industry practice is to use various air-to-air and air-to-liquid heat exchangers. These techniques are known to require costly custom designs. This thesis points out how one can apply heat pipe technology in the form of a vapor chamber to solve this type of problem. The details on the design and testing of two prototype vapor chambers are cited. Included in the text are typical industrial applications that require sealed enclosures to protect their associated electronic control hardware. Also mentioned is some historical background on heat pipes.
Energy Resource Allocation Optimization: A Mixed Integer Programming Fixed Charge Model, Mashaallah Khorsandi
Energy Resource Allocation Optimization: A Mixed Integer Programming Fixed Charge Model, Mashaallah Khorsandi
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A fixed charge model has been developed for a case study of a total energy power plant involving energy demands for chilled water, high temperature hot water, and electrical power. Using a FORTRAN computer program, which employs the Land and Doig branch and bound algorithm, the system model is solved for different sets of system demands for multiple energy users, and the following set of information is obtained to guide the decisions of operations personnel: 1. Recommend on/off status for each piece of equipment in the system. 2. Recommended rate of operation for each piece of machinery. 3. Required amounts …
Evaluation And Use Of Dynamic Analysis Capabilities Of Ices Strudl Ii, Hugh M. Roberts
Evaluation And Use Of Dynamic Analysis Capabilities Of Ices Strudl Ii, Hugh M. Roberts
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
No abstract provided.
The Effect Of Sweep Rates On Linear Polarization Resistance Measurements, Ronald S. Tulino
The Effect Of Sweep Rates On Linear Polarization Resistance Measurements, Ronald S. Tulino
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
A study of Linear Polarizations Resistance Measurements for silver metal immersed in a solution of AgNO3 and HNO3 to determine the effect of varying potential sweep rates has been made. Results indicate that for the system under investigation the Polarization Resistance is a non-linear function of potential sweep rate.
Mass Loadings Of Selected Water Quality Parameters For The State Of Florida, Charles D. Miller
Mass Loadings Of Selected Water Quality Parameters For The State Of Florida, Charles D. Miller
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
The mass loadings of pollutants common in surface waters result from the discharges of many different sources. In the last few years it has been noted that nonpoint sources contribute more pollutants than point sources. This is because in many cases the point source discharges have been, by law, reduced drastically. In the State of Florida many water quality parameters were examined to estimate the mass loadings in streams related to, drainage area, average flow, land use, soil type and management practices. A total of sixteen streams were examined. The information was first calculated for mass loadings as a function …
An Interactive Income Tax Preparation System, Karen W. Ehlert
An Interactive Income Tax Preparation System, Karen W. Ehlert
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
The system described in this research report computes 1975 Federal income tax for those who itemize deductions. The system user calls the program, written in FORTRAN IV, from a computer terminal, and then types answers to questions asked by the program. The user is given the opportunity to make corrections in the answers, and then the system calculates and prints out information necessary the complete IRS Form 1040 and Schedule A. The paper contains a description of the system, and explanation of the program, recommendations for future revision, and suggestions for expansion of the system. Four appendices contain IRS Form …
Application Of Solar Energy To The Solvent Reclamation Industry, Arthur H. Litka
Application Of Solar Energy To The Solvent Reclamation Industry, Arthur H. Litka
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
An analysis of an operational industrial acetone reclamation system is performed to ascertain the possibility of its adaptation of solar thermal energy augmentation using fixed orientation, flat plate solar collectors. Currently, the system utilizes and oil fired heater for the thermal input. The water is heated to 185°F (85°C) and circulated through a heat exchanger which is immersed within the contaminated acetone solution. The solvent is thereby vaporized, condensed, and drawn off for reuse. Analytical models of two possible configurations utilizing a series of commercially available, flat plate solar collectors, a hot water storage tank, and an oil fired auxiliary …
Factors In Modeling Floridan Aquifer Recharge, Harlan Alfred Hannah
Factors In Modeling Floridan Aquifer Recharge, Harlan Alfred Hannah
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Seminole County, Florida Solid Waste Management Plan, Paul A. Magnant
Seminole County, Florida Solid Waste Management Plan, Paul A. Magnant
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
The Seminole County, Florida solid waste transportation network was examined to determine alternate locations of transfer stations. The scope of this study is limited to transportation and assumed disposal costs. Collection costs are not included. Review of past generation records was conducted and a per capita generation rate of 4 lbs/day was determined. This compared favorably to a 4.06 lbs/day for Orange and Brevard County. The cost per ton for the present solid waste management system was computed and compared to alternative systems. The present system was compared to several alternatives by altering the number and changing the locations of …
Analytical And Experimental Investigation Of Pumped Solar Hot Water Systems, Jeffrey B. Pearce
Analytical And Experimental Investigation Of Pumped Solar Hot Water Systems, Jeffrey B. Pearce
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
A transient computer model of a forced circulation solar hot water system has been developed. The model allows for capacitance effects by solving the energy balances on a four node model of the solar collector. The tank model is designed to include the presence of an auxiliary heater and to allow for the nonideal condition of load drawoff. Five tests were done to validate the computer model. These tests include a comparison of the computer simulation with experimental data and a model available in the literature. The results of these tests indicate that the computer model is able to predict …
Individual Residential Wastewater Treatment, Robert H. Mcneal
Individual Residential Wastewater Treatment, Robert H. Mcneal
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
No abstract provided.
A Computer Simulation Of A Weapons Fire Simulator Modeled By Sceptre As An Optical Communication Channel, John James Cormack
A Computer Simulation Of A Weapons Fire Simulator Modeled By Sceptre As An Optical Communication Channel, John James Cormack
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
This paper presents a method of simulating various noise sources in a Weapons Fire Simulator System which has been modeled as an Optical Communication Channel. This Weapons Fire Simulator System is composed of laser transmitters mounted on weapons that fire blank cartridges, and laser receivers mounted on targets. The laser transmitter sends out 'kill' beam pulses to the target whenever blank cartridges are fired. Detection of these pulses at the target signifies a 'hit'. The entire system along with the optical communication channel is simulated in a general purpose computer program called SCEPTRE. This analysis package is an efficient means …
Life Cycle Cost Model As Applied To Training Simulators, Frederick Adrian Davis
Life Cycle Cost Model As Applied To Training Simulators, Frederick Adrian Davis
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Security In Automatic Data Processing Systems, Eduardo G. Mendez
Security In Automatic Data Processing Systems, Eduardo G. Mendez
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
Security in automatic data processing systems is concerned with the protection of equipment and data against unauthorized modifications or destruction, and accidental or intentional disclosure of information. This report consists of two parts: 1. An overview of current literature in the field. In this part, basic problems and solutions, terminology and concepts found in the theoretical aspects of data processing systems security are described. 2. A survey of the state of art in a sample area. During the survey, information about actual applications of security methods in the Orlando, Florida area was collected. This information was gathered by means of …
Stormwater Infiltration Thru Sewer Lines In Brevard County, Florida, Robert Earl Stubbe
Stormwater Infiltration Thru Sewer Lines In Brevard County, Florida, Robert Earl Stubbe
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
This is a broad study of stormwater infiltration and inflow effects on two sewer systems with an equivalent size for comparison in Brevard County, Florida. The systems are Rockledge, which is located on the highest ground in the area, and Cocoa Beach, which is located down in the local water table. Rainfall data, sewage flow, quality, and flow rates were collected from the Brevard Public Health Department, Cocoa Beach and Rockledge sewage Plants, weather stations, and the Cocoa Water plant. The data indicated minimum, or no infiltration thru the Rockledge wastewater collection system. However, infiltration thru the Cocoa Beach system …
Theory Of Eddy Currents For Nondestructive Testing, Craig Charles Biddle
Theory Of Eddy Currents For Nondestructive Testing, Craig Charles Biddle
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
Eddy current inspection methods are used extensively in industry for the nondestructive testing of a wide variety of materials and product applications. The general theory of eddy current inspection is described. Equations defining the depth of penetration are derived from Maxwell's equations. Signal analysis methods are described using coil impedance diagrams. The impedance diagrams for a number of inspection applications are presented. A discussion of the techniques for theoretical calculation of the impedance of a coil is described. Typical coil configurations and instrumentation techniques are discussed.
Solid Waste Resource Recovery Plan For Dekalb County Georgia, Ivan Ray Dory
Solid Waste Resource Recovery Plan For Dekalb County Georgia, Ivan Ray Dory
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
A study was made of the feasibility of implementing a system of Resource Recovery from the solid wastes of an urban county in Georgia. A review was made of the existing solid waste management practices and present generation rates. A projection of future waste quantities and composition was made. A review of the present state of the art of recovering resources from solid waste was made to determine what systems could be developed for the County. An analysis of the estimated costs during a test year for three alternative systems for disposal was made to determine a least cost alternative. …
Implementing Multiple-Linked Lists In The Minicomputer-Microcomputer String Processor, C. String, John H. Firestone
Implementing Multiple-Linked Lists In The Minicomputer-Microcomputer String Processor, C. String, John H. Firestone
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
The report will demonstrate how to implement a basic linked-list data structure in RAM for C. STRING. The result of this implementation is Memory Allocation or Data Management which obtains or releases memory space as required in C. STRING. The basic concepts of data structures such as strings, lists and stacks are discussed and the algorithm for allocation of space is developed. The C. STRING user language TOSCL, and the TOSCL parse algorithm with Data Management is described. Finally, the INTEL's Schottky Bipolar LSI microprocessor is microcoded to implement Data Management.
Sewer System Design For Camp Challenge And Determination Of Per Capita Wastewater Flows From Vacation Facilities, William C. Goucher
Sewer System Design For Camp Challenge And Determination Of Per Capita Wastewater Flows From Vacation Facilities, William C. Goucher
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
A sewer system was designed for Camp Challenge of the Florida Easter Seal Society, in Mount Plymouth, Florida, of polyvinyl chloride piping. Invert elevations were tabulized and necessary fittings determined for the system. Cost estimates were also included. The sewers were designed on a per fixture basis so as not to overdesign using per capita flow rates. A literature and records search was conducted to obtain design and actual wastewater flow quantities in gallons per capita per day (gpcd). Actual flows determined from 4 camps and 11 travel trailer parks gave average values of 39 and 33 gpcd, respectively, and …
An Interactive Information System For Tracking Student Academic Progress And For Projecting Quarterly Course Enrollments, Marilyn Sellers Khorsandi
An Interactive Information System For Tracking Student Academic Progress And For Projecting Quarterly Course Enrollments, Marilyn Sellers Khorsandi
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
An interactive information system has been developed for the College of Engineering to promote faster and more accurate trial advisement interviews between professors and the students they advice. This system also provides departmental administrative personnel with information to guide course scheduling. The system has the capability of providing the following information concerning undergraduate students enrolled in the College of Engineering: 1. A student's academic progress toward graduation. 2. A projection for four quarters of enrollments in engineering core courses. 3. The current status of any course offered as a requirement for obtaining a Bachelor's Degree in one of the Engineering …
Multicoupled Bandpass Filter Design Using A Multiple Feedback Configuration, Robert J. Martin
Multicoupled Bandpass Filter Design Using A Multiple Feedback Configuration, Robert J. Martin
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
In this paper, two methods for the design of active analog feedback bandpass filter pairs are examined. A third method is presented that does not use extra amplifiers for summation nor multicoupling. This third method uses identical bandpass amplifies and employs resistor summing to provide multicoupling. The name of this configuration is the "Dual Amplifier Bandpass Filter Employing Resistor Summing" (DABFERS). This configuration is economically attractive, has low sensitivity and better phase lag characteristics. In addition, third order prototypes are examined and a solution method for higher order prototypes is suggested.
Dynamic And Stability Characteristics Of An Articulated Frame Railway Passenger Truck, David Kenneth Platner
Dynamic And Stability Characteristics Of An Articulated Frame Railway Passenger Truck, David Kenneth Platner
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
Mass transit vehicles in formal rail service frequently attain speeds which can excited carbody oscillations (primary hunting), as well as sustained lateral oscillations of the trucks (secondary hunting). The carbody motions have been shown to generate passenger discomfort and sustained truck hunting can lead to derailment. This thesis developed approximate equations which predict the carbody hunting frequencies, as well as the hunting speed of an articulated frame truck. The linear equations of motion are derived from a simplified model of a railway vehicle. A comparison indicates the results obtained using the approximate truck hunting equation presented here are within ten …
The Effects Of Altered Traffic Signs Upon Vehicular Driving Modes And Consequent Fuel Conservation And Environmental Benefits, As Measured By Vehicular Noise-Imprints, Mark Daniel Pfarrer
The Effects Of Altered Traffic Signs Upon Vehicular Driving Modes And Consequent Fuel Conservation And Environmental Benefits, As Measured By Vehicular Noise-Imprints, Mark Daniel Pfarrer
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
The hypothesis is that the recorded noise-imprints of a vehicle at an intersection can be used to identify and accurately time the driving modes of deceleration, idle, slow cruise, and acceleration. This is proven by analyzing and comparing noise-imprints of vehicles at an uncontrolled intersection marked first with a "stop" sign, and then by a "yield" and an experimental "dead slow" sign. By relating the duration of each driving mode to known relations, the overall efficiency of an intersection can be characterized. A new technique for studying various types of traffic conditions at intersections is the result. Initial noise-imprint analysis …
A Computer Graphics Analysis Of A Freeway Merge Control System, Thomas Alan Risher
A Computer Graphics Analysis Of A Freeway Merge Control System, Thomas Alan Risher
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
In 1975, C.S. Bauer completed a doctoral dissertation at the University of Florida which treated the Green Band Merging Control System on I-75 in Tampa, Florida. In this work, Bauer suggested the possibility for the use of computer graphics as a toll for analysis of the bands generated by the Green Band Control System Simulation developed in his dissertation. The use of computer generated movies of the bands displayed to ramp drivers by the system allows the comparison of various band control strategies without the need for field implementation and testing. With the goal of producing such films in mind, …
System Safety In Rail Transportation, Quave Norvell Smith
System Safety In Rail Transportation, Quave Norvell Smith
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
This thesis "System Safety in Rail Transportation," is addressed to an individual having a basic technical background but little or no experience in this field. The thesis discusses the need for and the benefits to be obtained by using system safety techniques and principles in the railroad industry. Examples of typical railroad accidents are reviewed, and it is pointed out that analysis of the hazards in the railroad industry prior to the accidents would have identified problems which eventually resulted in the accidents. The system safety approach, which was developed for use in the aerospace and aviation fields, has proved …
A Study Of Differences In Vertical Phosphorus Profiles Within The Sediments Of Selected Florida Lakes As Related To Trophic Dynamics, Edgar Allen Stewart Iii
A Study Of Differences In Vertical Phosphorus Profiles Within The Sediments Of Selected Florida Lakes As Related To Trophic Dynamics, Edgar Allen Stewart Iii
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
Several Florida lakes with different documented trophic state indices were selected for sediment analysis. Vertical sections of the sediment were taken at depths of .1, .5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10 and l5 centimeters below the surface of the sediment-water interface. Total Phosphorus analysis was done on each section. The profile presented was then evaluated and was found that the profiles best fit the equation Y = X/ (A + BX), where Y is the Phosphorus Concentration in ppm and X is the sediment depth in cm. Correlation between the trophic state and the profiles characteristics are presented. …
Development Of A Digitally Controlled Time Base Generator For Analog And Hybrid Computers, Judson Kenneth Bishop
Development Of A Digitally Controlled Time Base Generator For Analog And Hybrid Computers, Judson Kenneth Bishop
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
No abstract provided.
A Differential Sample And Hold Technique That Rejects Offset Voltages, John Adams Davis
A Differential Sample And Hold Technique That Rejects Offset Voltages, John Adams Davis
Retrospective Theses and Dissertations
This research report discussed modern sample and hold theory and techniques and then uses them to develop a new differential sampling concept to solve a real engineering problem, involving the synchronous demodulation of three amplitude modulated direction cosine signals in an unusual noise environment. The problem is discussed in detail and a detailed circuit design solution given. Additionally, the results of a breadboard test of the concept is given that shows the circuit to have a 60dB offset voltage rejection ratio.