ListarMechanical Engineering por tema "Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico--Graduate students--Posters"

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    • Analysis of Airfoils Modifications on Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine Blades 

      Guzmán Claudio, Carlos M. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2020)
      This project investigates the combination of upper surface dimples and trailing edge serrations of a 3D thin airfoil and their effect on aerodynamic performance. Dimples are known to reduce a golf ball’s drag while a ...

    • Assembly fit-up issue: investigation of a first stage high pressure gas turbine rotor 

      Miranda Rivera, Antonio (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2018)
      A Gas Turbine engine generates mechanical energy from a combustible fuel. This mechanical energy could be converted into electrical power by means of a rotating shaft as opposed to the pressurized thrust generated on ...

    • Automated Hydroponic System Design with Minimal Human Interaction 

      Santos De Jesús, Omar X. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)
      The design of an automated hydroponic system follows from the need of having a system that works through difficult situations. A situation involving a power outage is considered a major problem since the plants in the ...

    • CFD-Based Method for Validation of DATCOMand Potential Flow Stability and Control Derivatives 

      Concepción Morales, Willie (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2021)
      DATCOM wasuse traditionally as the method to determine the aircraft downwash, and longitudinal stability and control derivatives for small unmanned air vehicles conceptual designat the Polytechnic ...

    • Cost Improvement Process - LAL Sample Selection Procedure 

      Alvarez Delgado, Frank (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2021)
      The Cost Improvement Process for LAL (Limulous Amoebocyte Lysate) Sample Selection Procedure was identified with the purpose of reduction of cost and increase in revenue. This process was analyzed and overviewed, estimating ...

    • Design of a Double Pipe Heat Exchanger in Counter Flow Configuration Using Numerical Analysis 

      Pérez Capó, Kenny (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)
      The Double Pipe Heat Exchanger in counter flow configuration consists of one fluids flow from the inner pipe while the other flows in the opposite direction from the outer pipe. This project analyzed and designed this heat ...

    • Difference Between Ribbed or Dimpled Systems 

      Ortiz Andujar, Angel J. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      The purpose of this design project is to compare the heat transfer and pressure drop phenomena in different cases. The project was carried out with two different models, that is, a channel with ribs and another with dimples ...

    • Diseño de Programa de Dimensionamiento Preliminar de Compresor Axial de Doble Eje 

      Carbonell Colón, Martín J. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)
      En la actualidad, se están desarrollando en todo el mundo proyectos de gran envergadura relacionados con el desarrollo energético, siendo más comunes los proyectos y creaciones de modelos para la ...

    • Do You Stay Connected, or Do You Disconnect? 

      Lozada Figueroa, Sergio Andrés (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      This Research Project is based on the lack of knowledge in the area of solar energy in Puerto Rico. Yes, a low percentage of residents have invested in solar systems. The current power grid is not reliable and it’s constantly ...

    • Dynamic Modeling and Control System Design for a Passenger Coaxial Dodecacopter 

      Nieves Nevárez, Mairim (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)
      Personal Aerial Vehicles (PAVs) are drones that provide transportation to passengers. The airframe and propulsion systems of a manned dodecacopter, or Personal VTOL Vehicle, were previously developed by ...

    • Enclosure design for an automated vacuum application 

      Flores Milán, Mario R. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)
      The plastic injection industries make use of the Deflashing Machine, which requires to recycle the filter that collects the plastic shaving dust, down to 0.2um. A series of automated subsystems, located in portable ...

    • Enhancements to Cardinal Health NPS Lab to USP-787 Standards 

      Figueroa Rodriguez, Jose A. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2020)
      As the world develops and populations expand, new diseases arise at an exponential rate. This research is based on employing new modifications to NPS (Nuclear Pharmacy Services) Laboratory at Cardinal Health, Inc. ...

    • Finite Element Analysis of Sandwich T-Joints Subjected to Water Slamming Loads 

      Rivera Santos, Luis J. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2018)
      This article evaluates the structural response of a sandwich ship hull with T-joint longitudinal stiffeners subjected to water slamming. Finite element analysis was conducted using the commercial code LS-DYNA. The ...

    • Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine Blade Design for the Urban Areas in Puerto Rico 

      Castanon Pereira, Angel L. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)
      Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines are the preferred and most common method for power extraction from wind. In this study, the researcher will test three different airfoils to design a blade that optimizes ...

    • Horizontal Fall Arrest and Restraint System Design for High Altitude Construction and Maintenance Work 

      Landron Torres, Milton L. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2020)
      Horizontal fall arrest system design and implementation for future construction and maintenance work atop Building 10 of the International Distribution Center facilities of Cardinal Health located in Guaynabo, Puerto ...

    • Improvement of Paterson Kelly V-Blender Ventilation System 

      Pérez Rodríguez, Alexis (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)
      This paper presents the successful improvement and implementation of ventilation system modifications in a Patterson Kelly VBlender used in Upjohn (Pfizer Division) Pharmaceutical located at Barceloneta, Puerto Rico. ...

    • New Material and Personal Lifting for Material Management Building 

      Rivera Iglesias, Lizette E. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)
      A new elevator will be installed in the materials handling building of Lilly del Caribe. For it, a facility commissioning will be carried out, since where the stairs of the building are, it will be installed there. It ...

    • Optimization of a SAE aero design aircraft 

      Méndez Cuevas, Enrique G. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)
      The Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico (PUPR) has participated in SAE Aero Design for the previous years. SAE Aero Design is an international competition in which an airplane is designed by the students into one ...

    • Simulating the Effects of Static Loads on a Transtibial Prosthetic’s Major Components Made of Composite Materials Modeled on SolidWorks 

      Domenech Pineiro, Carlos M. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      The purpose of this design project was to investigate the effects of weight and durability of a transtibial prothesis modeled on composite materials subjected to loads. The work focused on solid mechanics and modules of ...

    • The Use of Vibration to Neutralize the Parkinson Disease Hand Tremor 

      Berríos Santiago, Eloy A. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2018)
      Today there are some treatments available for the Parkinson Disease. Even though there is no standard treatment for the disease, because it’s progressive and has no cure, there are some technologies that help the ...