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Cae Methods On Vibration-Based Health Monitoring Of Power Transmission Systems, Brian Fang

Master's Theses

This thesis focuses on different methods to analyze power transmission systems with computer software to aid in detection of faulty or damaged systems. It is split into three sections. The first section involves utilizing finite element software to analyze gear stiffness and stresses. A quasi-static and dynamic analysis are done on two sets of fixed axis spur gears and a planetary gear system using ABAQUS to analyze the stress, strain and gear mesh stiffness variation. In the second section, the vibrational patterns produced by a simple bevel gear system are investigated by an experiment and by dynamic modeling in ADAMS. …

Carton Clamp Methodologies And The Effects On Load Containment And Retention, Tyler D. Blumer

Master's Theses

ABSTRACT

Carton Clamp Test Methodologies and the Effects on

Load Containment and Retention

Tyler Don Blumer

A carton clamp is an alternative device for moving packages and material. Instead of using iron tines like that of a conventional forklift, a carton clamp uses two large aluminum platens to slightly compress and secure the load for handling. This is advantageous as it allows operators to move layers of a unitized load individually, and eliminates the need for a pallet when handling full unitized loads. When using a carton clamp attachment, it is often difficult for operators to accurately gauge the amount …

The Influence Of Hydrogeomorphology, Soil Redox Conditions, And Salinity On The Spatial Zoning Of Saltgrass, Salt Rush, And Cattails In Scotts Creek Marsh, Swanton Pacific Ranch, Ca, Mark D. Gormley

Master's Theses

Scotts Creek Marsh (SCM) is a small coastal wetland ecosystem in Davenport, CA. The vegetation of SCM is dominated by three halophytic zones comprised of saltgrass, salt rush, cattails. The objectives of the study were (i) to investigate the variables that influence the zoning of the three dominant halophyte communities in SCM and (ii) to the test the effectiveness of Indicator of Reduction in Soil (IRIS) tubes to indicate the reduction of S. The study examined the following parameters from April 6 to July 21, 2013: (i) the HGM of Scotts Creek Marsh, (ii) soil oxidation and reduction (redox) conditions, …

Conjugated Linoleic Acids Alter Body Composition Differently According To Physiological Age In Moulard Ducks, Jeff Fesler, Daniel Peterson

Master's Theses

Conjugated linoleic acids (CLA) have been shown to have remarkable yet inconsistent metabolic effects in mice, rats, hamsters, chickens, cattle, and humans. In particular, effects on lipogenesis vary with tissue, physiological state and specie. In this study we tested the hypothesis that CLA would differentially affect ducks of the same genetic background but of differing age. Growing (7 wk) and maintenance (11 wk) Moulard ducks were grouped by age and fed a standard diet supplemented with either 5% soybean oil (control) or 5% CLA isomer mixture. Animals were harvested after 3 weeks or 6 weeks for assessment of body composition …

November 27, 2013 Cal Poly Report, Public Affairs Office

Cal Poly Report

No abstract provided.

Cal Poly To Offer Professional Compost Training In March 2014, Public Affairs Office

Press Releases

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Academic Senate - Meeting Minutes, 11/19/2013, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

Academic Senate - Agenda, 11/19/2013, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Agendas

No abstract provided.

November 6, 2013 Cal Poly Report, Public Affairs Office

Cal Poly Report

No abstract provided.

Executive Committee - Agenda, 11/5/2013, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Agendas

No abstract provided.

The Impact Of Reducing Nitrogen Fertilizer In Iceberg Head Lettuce, Jason Acquistapace

Agricultural Education and Communication

The impact of Nitrogen use in Iceberg lettuce was studied by measuring the weight and size of lettuce heads. A standard nitrogen application based on traditional commercial production was determined and portions of commercial fields (401 and 406) were designated for testing. Based on the standard, three fertilizer treatments (40%, 60%, and 80% of the control) were tested against the control in fields 401 and 406. The results indicated there was no difference in the weight of lettuce heads when treated with the relative fertilizer percentages. However, the size of lettuce heads decreased as the relative fertilizer percentages decreased. This …

2012/2013 Robert E. Kennedy Library Annual Report, Robert E. Kennedy Library

Library Publications and Administrative Reports

No abstract provided.

The Envenoming Pandemic And The Misguided Views Of Snakes: Developing Sustainable Relationships Between Native Poisonous Snakes Of India And The Citizens Of Maharashtra Through The Use Of The Irula Model., Destiny Villanueva

Animal Science

Due to its vast population and general negative consensus regarding snakes, India is notorious for having more snakebite incidents than any other country. Snakes are simultaneously revered and feared in Indian religion and culture. This stigma is perpetuated through propaganda, family beliefs, and innate fears of snakes.These stigmas are more pronounced within rural areas, such as the region of Mahad within the state of Maharshtra. Envenoming is endemic in these areas, and others like them. The World Health Organization identified envenoming as one of the most neglected tropical diseases of the 21st century (Nature India, 2013). Additionally, both nonvenomous and …

Cal Poly To Hold Sustainable Agriculture Pest Management Conference Dec. 6-7, Public Affairs Office

Press Releases

No abstract provided.

October 30, 2013 Cal Poly Report, Public Affairs Office

Cal Poly Report

No abstract provided.

Academic Senate - Meeting Minutes, 10/29/2013, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

Academic Senate - Agenda, 10/29/2013, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Agendas

No abstract provided.

Cal Poly To Explore The Future Of Stem Education At The Baker Forum Nov. 1, Public Affairs Office

Press Releases

No abstract provided.

October 23, 2013 Cal Poly Report, Public Affairs Office

Cal Poly Report

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October 16, 2013 Cal Poly Report, Public Affairs Office

Cal Poly Report

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Executive Committee - Meeting Minutes, 10/15/2013, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

October 9, 2013 Cal Poly Report, Public Affairs Office

Cal Poly Report

No abstract provided.

Cal Poly Taps Sam Blakeslee To Launch New Multidisciplinary Institute For Advanced Technology & Public Policy, Public Affairs Office

Press Releases

No abstract provided.

Academic Senate - Meeting Minutes, 10/8/13, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

October 2, 2013 Cal Poly Report, Public Affairs Office

Cal Poly Report

No abstract provided.

Construction Innovator, Fall 2013, Construction Management Department

Construction Innovator

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Agriview, Fall 2013, College Of Agriculture, Food, And Environmental Sciences California Polytechnic University - San Luis Obispo

AGRIVIEW

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Soil Nutrient Availability Properties Of Biochar, Nicole C. Esposito

Master's Theses

Biochar’s high porosity and negative surface charge allows for numerous soil and plant benefits such as increased water retention, high nutrient availability, and plant growth. By analysing biochar’s effect of all of these factors, a system can be put in place in which soils can be remediated with the proper soil amendments. This report discusses and tests the effects of varying rates of biochar on pH levels, cation exchange capacity, and nutrient exchangeability (of calcium, magnesium, sodium, and potassium) in soil. Corn plants were also grown in soils of varying amendment types and analysed for plant growth and germination to …

Effects Of Racism And Discrimination On Personality Development Among African American Male Repeat Offenders, Tiffany Nicole Lockett

Master's Theses

ABSTRACT

Effects of Racism and Discrimination on Personality Development among

African American Male Repeat Offenders

Tiffany Nicole Lockett

Throughout history in the United States, the African American community has consistently been the victim of social policies put in place to disenfranchise this population (Mauer & Chesney-Lind, 2002; Painter, 2007; Parham, White & Ajamu, 1999). With a longstanding presence of systemic racism and discrimination, the criminal justice system and the dominant culture continues to pathologize this minority group and advocate for increased penalties which further stigmatize African Americans, particularly males in this group (Reiman, 1996; Russell, 1998). Though most criminology research …

September 25, 2013 Cal Poly Report, Public Affairs Office

Cal Poly Report

No abstract provided.