Mechanical Engineering: Recent submissions

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    • Solar Powered Self Watering Plant System 

      Serrano Rodríguez, Kenneth M. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      1 out of 8 Americans call apartments home. Most apartments’ space is limited. Also, people’s time is compromised in many activities. This project aims to create a solar powered self-watering plant system, which enables ...

    • Scrap Reduction Due to Mechanical Failures in Heart Failure Medical Devices 

      Galíndez Rosario, Jamel Elis (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      This research addresses the critical issue of reducing scrap in the manufacturing line of medical devices for heart care in Puerto Rico. Currently, manual assembly processes pose risks of mechanical failures, leading to ...

    • Thermoeconomics: Solving Stochastics Partial Differential Equations- From Mechanical Engineering to Financial Engineering 

      Torres Pizarro, Ismael (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      The research explored and examined six diverse typical mechanical engineering methodologies such as CFD, finite element analysis, and design optimization, and their application to solve problems in econophysics using ...

    • Analytical Analysis of Propellers Using MATLAB 

      Lozada Pérez, Daniel (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2024)
      A propeller is a device designed to convert rotational motion from an engine or motor into thrust, which in turn propels a vehicle. This study focuses on developing a computational tool to analyze the performance of various ...

    • 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 ...

    • 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 ...

    • 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 ...

    • 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 ...

    • 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 ...

    • 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 ...

    • 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 ...

    • 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 ...

    • 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 ...

    • 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 ...

    • 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. ...

    • 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 ...

    • 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 ...

    • Wind Blade Composite Design, Manufacturing and Experimental Testing 

      Hernández Gelpi, Miguel J. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2013)
      The design and manufacture of composite material sandwich type blade is presented. Stainless steel rods and ribs, are the internal structure, core is foam, between ribs. The skin is a laminate of fiber glass and a ...

    • Free Convection Fresnel Lenses Concentrator 

      Ortiz Rosado, Javier (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2013)
      This project involves an evaluation of an improved Fresnel lenses solar energy concentrator. Its innovation consists of preventing forced convection heat losses at the receiver area. Heat losses by convection and by ...