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Durability Performance Of Polyurea Confined Concrete Cylinders, Matthew Beyer
Durability Performance Of Polyurea Confined Concrete Cylinders, Matthew Beyer
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Analysis Of Vertical Takeoff And Landing (Vtol) Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Ua V) With Emphasis On Tilt Duct And Tilt Rotor Systems, Devin Boyle
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The Use Of Thermoelectric Peltiers To Recapture Waste Heat, Navarre Bartz
The Use Of Thermoelectric Peltiers To Recapture Waste Heat, Navarre Bartz
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Peltier devices are a method of converting differences in temperature into electrical energy. Using data from a supplier of these devices, calculations were made to determine the efficiency of these devices in conjunction with a residential solar hybrid electric system. The initial calculations show efficiencies less than 2% with the temperature differences experienced during the springtime. While this efficiency doesn't sound stellar, taking into account the current efficiency of residential solar cells, this would be an appreciable addition to the power output of a residential solar system.
Thermal Insulation In Building Design: A Comparison Of Insulation Materials, Patrick Williams
Thermal Insulation In Building Design: A Comparison Of Insulation Materials, Patrick Williams
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In any type of construction, thermal inefficiency is a costly problem. Currently, we base our decisions on which insulation material to use based on R-values given by the manufacturers. Testing will allow a direct comparison of the actual insulating performance efficiency of materials and will prove or disprove the R-value as a reliable means of comparing their insulating properties. This project will test various construction and insulation materials to develop R-values in true building applications. The key areas investigated will utilize a test box built with varying insulation materials and a direct source of heat. Through this testing, the most …