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Wind Power Technologies: A Need For Research And Development In Improving Vawt’S Airfoil Characteristics, Rigoberto Chinchilla, Samuel Guccione, Joseph Tillman Apr 2011

Wind Power Technologies: A Need For Research And Development In Improving Vawt’S Airfoil Characteristics, Rigoberto Chinchilla, Samuel Guccione, Joseph Tillman

Faculty Research & Creative Activity

Straight bladed fixed pitched vertical axis wind turbines (VAWTs) offer several potential advantages over the standard horizontal axis wind turbines which are now in common use worldwide. The purpose of this study was to determine the need for further research and develop on improved airfoil or blade characteristics for use on straight bladed fixed pitched VAWT. This need was demonstrated by the design and construction of an airfoil that was physically modeled and field tested. The test showed that asymmetric airfoils would enable SBVAWTs to self start.


Clean Energy As A Platform For Interdisciplinary Collaborations Within A Technology-Driven Institution, Douglas J. Schauer, Isaac Slaven, Glen Robinson Jan 2011

Clean Energy As A Platform For Interdisciplinary Collaborations Within A Technology-Driven Institution, Douglas J. Schauer, Isaac Slaven, Glen Robinson

Isaac Slaven

Using biodiesel production as the centerpiece, the efforts of multiple academic programs were combined to achieve a common objective, thus illustrating the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration. These programs include Chemical Technology, Sustainable Energy, Automotive Technology, HVAC, Biotechnology, and Agricultural Technology. By participating in the implementation of a closed-loop biodiesel supply chain, students learned the significance of communication and the interdependence of the myriad programs.


Wind Power Technologies: A Need For Research And Development In Improving Vawt’S Airfoil Characteristics, Rigoberto Chinchilla, Samuel Guccione, Joseph Tillman Jan 2011

Wind Power Technologies: A Need For Research And Development In Improving Vawt’S Airfoil Characteristics, Rigoberto Chinchilla, Samuel Guccione, Joseph Tillman

Rigoberto Chinchilla

Straight bladed fixed pitched vertical axis wind turbines (VAWTs) offer several potential advantages over the standard horizontal axis wind turbines which are now in common use worldwide. The purpose of this study was to determine the need for further research and develop on improved airfoil or blade characteristics for use on straight bladed fixed pitched VAWT. This need was demonstrated by the design and construction of an airfoil that was physically modeled and field tested. The test showed that asymmetric airfoils would enable SBVAWTs to self start.


Clean Energy As A Platform For Interdisciplinary Collaborations Within A Technology-Driven Institution, Douglas Schauer, Isaac Slaven, Glen Robinson Jan 2011

Clean Energy As A Platform For Interdisciplinary Collaborations Within A Technology-Driven Institution, Douglas Schauer, Isaac Slaven, Glen Robinson

Faculty Research & Creative Activity

Using biodiesel production as the centerpiece, the efforts of multiple academic programs were combined to achieve a common objective, thus illustrating the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration. These programs include Chemical Technology, Sustainable Energy, Automotive Technology, HVAC, Biotechnology, and Agricultural Technology. By participating in the implementation of a closed-loop biodiesel supply chain, students learned the significance of communication and the interdependence of the myriad programs.


Wind Power Technologies: A Need For Research And Development In Improving Vawt’S Airfoil Characteristics, Rigoberto Chinchilla, Samuel Guccione, Joseph Tillman Jan 2011

Wind Power Technologies: A Need For Research And Development In Improving Vawt’S Airfoil Characteristics, Rigoberto Chinchilla, Samuel Guccione, Joseph Tillman

Faculty Research & Creative Activity

Straight bladed fixed pitched vertical axis wind turbines (VAWTs) offer several potential advantages over the standard horizontal axis wind turbines which are now in common use worldwide. The purpose of this study was to determine the need for further research and develop on improved airfoil or blade characteristics for use on straight bladed fixed pitched VAWT. This need was demonstrated by the design and construction of an airfoil that was physically modeled and field tested. The test showed that asymmetric airfoils would enable SBVAWTs to self start.


Clean Energy As A Platform For Interdisciplinary Collaborations Within A Technology-Driven Institution, Douglas J. Schauer, Isaac Slaven, Glen Robinson Jan 2011

Clean Energy As A Platform For Interdisciplinary Collaborations Within A Technology-Driven Institution, Douglas J. Schauer, Isaac Slaven, Glen Robinson

Faculty Research & Creative Activity

Using biodiesel production as the centerpiece, the efforts of multiple academic programs were combined to achieve a common objective, thus illustrating the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration. These programs include Chemical Technology, Sustainable Energy, Automotive Technology, HVAC, Biotechnology, and Agricultural Technology. By participating in the implementation of a closed-loop biodiesel supply chain, students learned the significance of communication and the interdependence of the myriad programs.