A major objective of the Sophomore Engineering Clinic I, which is third course in an 8semester design sequence taken by all Rowan University engineering students, to introduce students formalized techniques employed various disciplines.This accomplished introducing a Total Quality Management (TQM) approach design.Using this approach, multidisciplinary student teams organize specifications using House Quality, develop several conceptual designs, evaluate these designs Pugh's method, and...

The challenge we take up in this fourth installment a series of tutorials instrumentation and measurement is to consider how make sensor work system. Signal conditioning broadly includes the steps needed an active part system by providing excitation, if required, then performing preliminary actions obtain signal that can be processed. What's done with subject future parts tutorial series. Luckily, don't have wait long get results, because output stage used for something as simple driving...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Session 2253 ENGINEERING PRINCIPLES OF AN ELECTRIC TOOTHBRUSH Ravi P. Ramachandran, John L. Schmalzel Shreekanth A. Mandayam Department Electrical Engineering Rowan University Glassboro, New Jersey 08028 - hallmark the newly configured College undergraduate program is interdisciplinary, project oriented clinic sequence that spans 8 semesters. This taken by all engineering students....

Freshman engineering students at Rowan University are introduced to design through a series of hands-on laboratories and projects.The objective is involve them in incrementally progressive experiences.For example, modified flashlight switch, complete flashlight, undertake the proof-of-concept experiments, finish with system-level an environmentally friendly coffee machine.Thus, freshman experience specifically avoids "gimmicky" competitions focuses instead on real devices such as flashlights...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Session 2326 Multidisciplinary Experimental Experiences the Freshman Engineering Clinic at Rowan University R. P. Hesketh, K. Jahan, A. J. Marchese C. S. Slater, L. Schmalzel, T. Chandrupatla, Dusseau Glassboro, NJ 08028-1701 Introducing Freshmen Students to Paper No. 3 1997 Annual Conference American Society for Education Milwaukee, WI, June 15-18, All freshmen engineering students...

Based on requirements for a next-generation rocket test facility, elements of prototype intelligent facility (IRTF) have been implemented. The preliminary results provide the basis future advanced development and validation using stand facilities at Stennis Space Center (SSC). Key components include distributed smart sensor integrated knowledge-driven environment. One specific goals is to imbue sensors with intelligence needed perform self-diagnosis health participate in hierarchy...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Session 3325 A Venture Capital Fund to Encourage Entrepreneurship Rapid Product Development with Multidisciplinary Teams the Junior Engineering Clinic Anthony J. Marchese, John L. Schmalzel, Shreekanth A. Mandayam T.R. Chandrupatla Rowan University 201 Mullica Hill Rd. Glassboro, NJ 08028-1701 I, part innovative 8-semester sequence taken by all engineering students at University,...

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has recently mandated that each state create or update their energy assurance plan (EAP), which describes how the intends to respond a variety possible disruptions supplies.During fall 2010, New Jersey Board Public Utilities engaged Rowan University help draft state's EAP.To accomplish this, we integrated development as part our Junior/Senior Engineering Clinic program.An initial team five students developed EAP within 14-week semester constraints.Key...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Session 1326 Engineering Measurements the Freshman Clinic at Rowan University K. Jahan, R.A. Dusseau, R. P. Hesketh, A. J. Marchese, R.P. Ramachandran, S. Mandayam L. Schmalzel All freshmen engineering students are introduced to experiments calculations through a series modules measurements. primary goal this course is expose multidisciplinary projects that teach principles using...

A sound basis to guide the community in conception and implementation of ISHM (Integrated System Health Management) capability operational systems was provided. The concept Model a related architecture defined as unique Data, Information, Knowledge (DIaK) were described. is independent typical system architecture, which based on grouping physical elements that are assembled make up subsystem, subsystems combine form systems, etc. It emphasized needs be implemented first at low functional...

In today's quickly changing and increasingly competitive market place, it is imperative that manufacturers keep abreast of the technological advances design innovations incorporated into competing product lines. The term assessment (or benchmarking) has been coined by to describe process ethically acquiring, inspecting, analyzing, instrumenting, testing lines other manufacturers. Competitive Assessment Laboratory at Rowan University funded National Science Foundation (NSF). laboratory,...

To keep up with rapidly advancing technology, numerous innovations to the electrical and computer engineering (ECE) curriculum, learning methods pedagogy have been envisioned, tested, implemented. It is safe say that no single approach will work for all of diverse ECE technologies every type learner. However, a few key appear useful in keeping undergraduate students motivated learn, resilient technology evolution, oriented amid overload new information applications. Engineering clinics,...

Abstract All engineering students at Rowan University are required to take the eight‐semester Engineering Clinic sequence wherein multidisciplinary student teams engage in semester‐long design projects. In addition projects that funded by local industry, faculty research grants or departmental budgets, a Venture Capital Fund has been created, which is specifically ear‐marked for development of original inventions. Funding up $2,500 per team semester competitively awarded based on...

This paper describes a credible implementation of integrated system health management (ISHM) capability, as pilot operational system. Important core elements that make possible fielding and evolution ISHM capability have been validated in rocket engine test stand, encompassing all phases operation: stand-by, pre-test, test, post-test. The include an architecture (hardware/software) for ISHM, gateways streaming real-time data from the acquisition into system, automated configuration employing...

This paper provides a credible approach for implementation of ISHM capability in any system. The requirements and processes to implement are unique that is initially implemented at low level, it evolves achieve higher levels by incremental augmentation. In contrast, typical capabilities, such as thrust an engine, once full Functional Capability Level (FCL), which not designed change during the life product. will describe core ingredients (e.g. technologies, architectures, etc.) when how...

By-pass diodes are frequently used to minimize the effects of shading on PV module power generation. However, functionality and effectiveness these depends proper installation a with respect potential shade sources. The lack general manufacturer guidelines for paired current level technical knowledge held by many contracting firms, may often lead compromises in electrical output photovoltaic system. produced single cell is directly proportional amount solar irradiation that it exposed to....

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract 1 - Session 2213 Development Multifunctional Laboratories a New Engineering School C. Stewart Slater, T. R. Chandrupatla, Ralph A. Dusseau John L. Schmalzel Rowan College Glassboro, NJ 08028 have designed for the ultimate flexibility to serve new at College. A special feature Henry M. Hall will be flexible laboratory modules that allow future modifications. engineering programs...

Freeze-thaw cycling of frozen soils is known to be the cause various engineering failures infrastructure in cold regions. Researchers found that electrical resistivity methods outperform traditional ground surveying for their greater convenience and cost-effectiveness. However, detailed investigation into relationship between soil a variety properties still needed. In this study, series laboratory experiments using Wenner method were conducted determine geotechnical such as initial water...

In the first (Fowler and Schmalzel,vol.7,no.1,pp.38-46,Mar. 2004), context for tutorial articles was set up by addressing question of why we measure. Hence many common sensor strategies that constitute stage in measurement chain are introduced. While every element is important, choice an appropriate, robust one critical decisions must be made. This article, second within series, will continue to use examples from test stands testing rocket engines. Measurements weight liquids, their...

Based on requirements for an advanced law enforcement vehicle demonstrator, in-vehicle controller area network (CAN) architecture has been implemented. In effort to reduce the amount of point-to-point wiring in vehicles and centralize communications between devices, CAN is suggested as a means serialize data within environment. The benefits this net-centric approach applications over traditional schemes will offer increased flexibility expandability future technology insertions provide user...

Integrated Systems Health Management (ISHM) consists of processes managing erroneous conditions that systems may encounter during their operational life by either designing out failures early on or defending and mitigating any possible failures. A successful implementation ISHM the following four components: data sensors, computations, sinks, visualization modules. In this paper, we explore use virtual reality (VR) platforms as a candidate for developing VR allows complete spatially accurate...

In the design of a solar photovoltaic system, one criterion that continues to receive low priority is provision minimum inter row spacing for modules. Consumers and installers alike strive maximize area usage systems such they achieve highest amount annual energy output. This, in turn, leads module rows being designed very close each other; with array tilt lowered an attempt reduce shading. This practice fails take into consideration many effects can have on system When designing optimize...

One of the most challenging aspects trying to navigate in a new indoor place can be making sense navigational tools available. Traditionally, static maps have been used provide guidance people spaces. Recently, category signage has begun gain prominence this area: digital signage. With advent such devices, many approaches taken information more useful way. Some signs simply predetermined manner, while others allow for user interaction using buttons or touchscreens. Although dynamic display...