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A Quantitative Environmental Assessment Of Incorporating Torrefaction Into Farming Enterprises In Eastern South Dakota, Dinesh Fuyal

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The use of renewable energy sources has been increasing in the recent years due to population growth and environmental concerns. Biomass is a promising energy source that can be used to produce biofuels or torrefied pellets. Torrefied biomass may be used in power plants, industrial and residential heating, feedstocks for gasification, air and water filtrating, and soil amendment. The interest of torrefied pellets as energy sources for various applications has been increased in the recent years due to the concerns about energy security and environmental issues. This study focuses on the economic and environmental assessment of agricultural feedstocks like corn …

Evaluating E. Coli Particle Attachment And The Impact On Transport During High Flows, Louis Amegbletor

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Fecal indicator bacteria, including E. coli, are the leading cause of water quality impairments within assessed waters in the United States. The source of E. coli includes WWTP, leaking sewers, animal manure, wildlife, livestock, and stream bed sediment. Storm events contribute to bacteria loading within waters through wash-in of land sources of bacteria and resuspension of bacteria within sediments. Bacteria introduced into the water column are either attached to particles or are unattached (or free-living). The goal of this study was to examine the attachment of E. coli to different particle sizes, including their impact on contributing to water …

Worldwide Optimal Pics Search, Ruchira Tabassum

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Pseudo Invariant Calibration Sites (PICS) have proven to be a dependable calibration source for determining degradation of visible and infrared sensor response due to their temporal stability and spatial uniformity. One limit of PICS is that only a handful have been identified, primarily in desert areas of North Africa, Saudi Arabia, and elsewhere. A large number of PICS would not only facilitate calibration of existing and future sensors, but also provide an alternative to internal on-board calibrator data, resulting in significant cost savings and simplification in sensor design. As a result, the process to efficiently identify additional PICS is highly …

Using Remote Sensing To Estimate Crop Water Use To Improve Irrigation Water Management, Arturo Reyes-Gonzalez

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Irrigation water is scarce. Hence, accurate estimation of crop water use is necessary for proper irrigation managements and water conservation. Satellite-based remote sensing is a tool that can estimate crop water use efficiently. Several models have been developed to estimate crop water requirement or actual evapotranspiration (ETa) using remote sensing. One of them is the Mapping EvapoTranspiration at High Resolution using Internalized Calibration (METRIC) model. This model has been compared with other methods for ET estimations including weighing lysimeters, pan evaporation, Bowen Ratio Energy Balance System (BREBS), Eddy Covariance (EC), and sap flow. However, comparison of METRIC model outputs to …

Normalization Of Pseudo-Invariant Calibration Sites For Increasing The Temporal Resolution And Long-Term Trending, Harika Vuppula

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Given their low level of temporal, spatial, and spectral variability, Pseudo-Invariant Calibration Sites (PICS) have been increasingly desired as data sources for radiometric calibration of Earth imaging satellite sensors. The temporal resolution for PICS data acquired by any sensor is limited by the amount of time required for it to make subsequent passes over the site. Consequently, for any given PICS, it can take many years of imaging to develop a sufficient amount of cloud-free data to perform radiometric calibration; this can be especially problematic for sensors in their early years after launch. This thesis presents techniques to combine Landsat-8; …

Energy Management System Considering Battery Lifetime, Prajina Tandukar

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The contribution of renewable energy resources in the global energy generation has been increasing at a fast pace. Variability and uncertainty are the two main issues related to renewable energy integration. Thus, energy storage systems (ESSs) are used in such systems to smooth the power generated by the renewable energy sources. In order to ensure reliable and economic operation of the system, energy management system (EMS) is implemented to control the dispatch of the available resources. ESS such as a battery requires significant capital investment and frequent replacement. A battery has a maximum lifetime called float life, regardless of energy …

Research: South Dakota State University, Fall 2016, Christine Delfanian, Emily Webber

State of Discovery South Dakota State University's Research Magazine

CONTENTS:

Cattle primary host for new influenza virus [page] 1
Statisticians evaluate probability models for crime scene evidence [page] 2
Beef reproduction research to increase sperm, embryo survival [page] 4
Chemicals in ice core reveal climate-changing events [page] 6
New pediatric drug delivery method uses corn, milk proteins [page] 8
Strategic application key to biochar application [page] 8
Outstanding Scholars:
Collaborative projects brings pioneer women to life [page] 9
Nurses to learn substance abuse intervention technique [page] 9
Dietitian targets weight management, goal-setting to improve health [page] 10
Photovoltaic group helps Pakistani scientists harness sun's energy [page] 10
New capabilities …

Engineering Research Review 2016, Office Of Engineering Research

Engineering Research Review

Contents:
[Page] 2 Plasma processing decreases cost, improves biochar activation.
[Page] 4 Satellite calibration crucial to world’s scientists.
[Page] 8 Worldwide seaarch identifies new calibration sites.
[Page] 10 Precision ag group to develop predictive model for white mold in soybeans.
[Page] 14 Computer scientists develop software for new tumor imaging technology
[Page] 15 Decision-making analytics help business developers, customers and data centers
[Page] 16 Awards

Foundation Design Of Low Volume Roads: Evaluation And Performance, Alyssa Clemen

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

A majority of roads in the state of SD are low volume roads (LVRs). The SDDOT has developed simplified methods for LVR pavement thickness selection. These guides allow users to obtain recommended asphalt surfacing and base course layer thickness based on the subgrade support and the average daily traffic (ADT) of the road. The main objective of this study is to relate the surface condition of LVRs to their ADT, layer thicknesses, foundation material properties, and maintenance. A secondary objective was to evaluate if the Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) is an acceptable tool in determining the subgrade support by using …

Impacts Of Land Use And Climate Changes On Hydrological Processes In South Dakota Watersheds, Manashi Paul

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

This study aims to evaluate the impacts of climate and land use change on the hydrology of South Dakota’s watersheds using the Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT). The study analyzed the hydrologic impacts of climate and land use changes in two ways. The first aspect consists of characterizing hydrological changes between two recent decades in three representative watersheds – Bad River watershed, Skunk Creek watershed and Upper Big Sioux River watershed. Two historical land use maps (NLCD 1992 and 2011) were used to represent land use change on these watersheds, and two historical climate datasets (1981-1990 and 2005-2014) were …

Implementation Of Solar Irradiance Forecasting Using Markov Switching Model And Energy Management System, Ayush Shakya

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Photovoltaic (PV) systems integration is increasingly being used to reduce fuel consumption in diesel-based remote microgrids. However, uncertainty and low correlation of PV power availability with load reduce the benefits of PV integration. These challenges can be handled by introducing reserve, which however leads to increased operational cost. Solar irradiance forecasting helps to reduce reserve requirement, thereby improving the utilization of PV energy. In this thesis, a new solar irradiance forecasting method for remote microgrids based on the Markov Switching Model (MSM) is presented. This method uses locally available data to predict one-day-ahead solar irradiance for scheduling energy resources in …

Band To Band Calibration And Relative Gain Analysis Of Satellite Sensors Using Deep Convective Clouds, Suman Bhatta

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Two calibration techniques were developed in this research. First, a calibration technique, in which calibration was transferred to cirrus band and coastal aerosol band from well calibrated reflective bands of Landsat 8 using SCIAMACHY Deep Convective Cloud (DCC) spectra. Second, a novel method to derive relative gains using DCCs and improve the image quality of cirrus band scenes was developed. DCCs are very cold, bright clouds located in the tropopause layer. At small sun elevation and sensor viewing angles, they act as near Lambertian solar reflectors. They have very high signal to noise ratio and can easily be detected using …

Research: South Dakota State University, Fall 2014, Christie Delfanian, Dave Graves, Emily Weber

State of Discovery South Dakota State University's Research Magazine

CONTENTS:

Dietician seeks to reduce obesity among college-age students [Page] 2
Wind: Support for wind energy based in economic development [Page] 3
Berg leaves legacy of accomplishments [Page] 3
Soil: Improved soil condition increases moisture for crops [Page] 4
Microbial process increases soybean meal's protein power [Page] 5
Medgene develops vaccines using university technologies [Page] 6
BioSNTR funding boosts biotechnology in South Dakota [Page] 8
Scientists collaborate to combat avian influenza [Page] 8
Pharmacy students role-play as part of a health-care team [Page]10
Nursing research seeks to improve health care, reduce costs [Page 10]
Improving organic solar cell efficiency essential …

Team Science: Research 2012, University Office For Research, South Dakota State University

State of Discovery South Dakota State University's Research Magazine

CONTENTS:

Wheat [Page] 2
Nutrition [Page] 4
Health Sciences [Page] 5
Mathematics and Statistics [Page] 6
Biofuels [Page] 8
Photovoltaics [Page] 10
Mountain Lions [Page] 12
GISc Center of Excellence [Page] 14
By the Numbers [Page] 16

Impulse, Dave Graves, Kyle Johnson, Miranda Reiman, Nicole Schaffer, Greta Stewart, Denise Watt

Impulse (Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering Publication)

Features:
[Page] 2 South Dakota no longer is merely a launching pad: An industrialization of the economy has made the state a land of opportunity for engineers while still having a small town feel.
[Page] 4 While you were away: Brookings and SDSU aren't the places many alums remember them to be.
[Page] 6 What will lead future growth in the region?: University and community leaders are proposing a 134-acre research park adjacent to the SDSU campus.
[Page] 8 GIS Center of Excellence: Scientists have been hired for the inaugural year of operation for the Geographic Information Science Center of …

Impulse, Kate Gundvaldson, Cathy Nelson, Jennifer Widman

Impulse (Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering Publication)

Features:
[Page 2] Engineering designated Center of Excellence in Technology
[Page 4] ENTRE class acts as 'Counterpart' to small business
[Page 5] Farm building construction studied
[Page 6] Experimental instrumentation aims to create ideal earth imaging
[Page 8] Svec celebrates 80th birthday
[Page 10] Research improves meat safety
[Page 10] Engineering Extension offers OSHA course
[Page 11] Rural water research helps small towns
[Page 11] Soybean plant visited
[Page 12] UITS nets outstanding rating
[Page 13] Shin offers outreach
[Page 14] German profs visit SDSU
[Page 15] Chinese prof exchanges ideas with American colleagues
[Page 16] U.S. News & World …

Impulse, Cindy Maisch, Samantha Penney, Lois Hatton, Dana Bieber, Todd Hammond

Impulse (Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering Publication)

Features:
[Page 2-3] Solberg family hopes to continue legacy
[Page 3] Solberg Loan Fund helps needy students
[Page 4-5] Alumnus achieves unique success
[Page 5] Inventors Congress enters second year
[Page 6] Basilio Gonzalez helps Somalia rebuild
[Page 7] Empi CEO named 1993 Entrepreneur of the Year
[Page 7] Empi makes Forbes list
[Page 8] Jensen wins ASME award
[Page 9] Utility industry: a past, present and future of changes
[Page 10-11] Daktronics celebrates 25th anniversary
[Page 10-11] Daktronics wins Business of the Year, seven other awards
[Page 11] Wilkens to retire as CEO of Northwestern Public Service
[Page 11-14] …

Impulse, Holly Kleinsasser, Lois Hatton, Cindy Price, Steve Poessnecker

Impulse (Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering Publication)

Features:
[Page 2] Eliminating pain through electronic impulses drives SDSU grad to success
[Page 4] South Dakota work ethic helps growth of Clear Lake plant
[Page 6] Company excels in refinery turnarounds
[Page 8] Schiller's work: with NASA
[Page 9] SDSU graduate directs Zytec to top award
[Page 10] Buckley book shows another side of dean

Departments:
Faculty:
[Page 12] Browning teaches telecourse statewide
[Page 13] Egyptian Fulbright Scholar updating homeland maps
[Page 13] Egyptian Fellow studies U.S. bridge design
[Page 13] Sander honored by local Chamber of Commerce
[Page 14] New faculty
[Page 15] Engineering professors gain emeritus status …

Impulse, Carey Crouse, Dee Feickert

Impulse (Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering Publication)

Features:
[Page 2] EROS and SDSU join hands in international research
[Page 3] New aerospace project begins at SDSU
[Page 4] Energy Watch - Energy awareness committee's goal
[Page 5] Chamber gets message to alumni
[Page 5] New Agricultural Extension Network installed at SDSU
[Page 6] EED: Light up your future
[Page 7] Entrepreneur Award
[Page 8] John Kappenman - Alumnus leads effort to deploy 'watchdog' satellite
[Page 8] Russ Christiansen - A caring approach to management, engineering
College of Engineering Research and Outreach: 1-16 Center Section
Departments:
Students:
[Page 25] Pi Tau Sigma elects officers, welcomes members
[Page 25] …

Impulse, Kara Donohoe

Impulse (Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering Publication)

Features:
[Page 2] Astrophysicist's research seeks to correct "earth colors"
[Page 3] Classroom building vacated
[Page 4] Engineering students "cap" their education through practical experience
[Page 6] Scientists from Egypt, West Africa learn mapping by satellite
[Page 7] Tillage research seeks to reduce compaction
[Page 8] Lap-Top computer controls fertilizer rates
[Page 9] Engineering sculpture dedicated
[Page 10] Research seeks to improve structural design of post-frame buildings
[Page 11] Buckley dies of cancer a t 65
[Page 12] Sencore donates "state of the art" test equipment
[Page 13] Boisjoly headlines ethics seminar; 600 attend
[Page 14] Mechanical engineer stays in …

Impulse, Janet Blank-Libra, Wendy Wood

Impulse (Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering Publication)

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Rammed Earth Walls For Buildings, U.S. Department Of Agriculture

Rammed Earth Collection (1923 - 1959)

Earth has been used for building dwellings from time immemorial. One method of use, superior to others, and which was known to the Romans has been preserved by tradition .t o modern times. This method consists of ramming slightly moist, specially selected earth, without the addition of straw or other material, between movable forms, and is known by itsFrench name, " pise de terre," which means "rammed earth." Pise de terre is a reliable building material when properly handled and is admirably adapted to structures on farms distant from transport routes. Little information has been published on rammed earth in …