In the past few weeks our project has ramped up
considerably. The task list we are trying to accomplish before we go to winter
break seems to grow longer by the day.
The main issue holding us back has been our calculations for
the flow bench. When trying to back calculate the size of the compressor system
we need, we discovered our numbers do not match what Jon and Forest
have proven through testing. We finally realized that when using the Bernoulli
Equation, it does not take into account the change of the air source pressure,
as we will be using a compressed air system and our source will be draining
constantly throughout our tests. We did find an equation that is used to size a
compressor while taking in to effect the change in source pressure. This
allowed us to properly size our compressor system and finally be able to take a
step forward.
Our DAQ is finally done and tested! Jon and Forest
have been finishing the CAD models, wiring diagrams, as well as user manuals
for both in car use and flow bench use. With that done, we now have some extra
man power on designing the flow bench, everything from modeling parts to
creating the prints. Our plan is to have it built and tested by January 14th
so we can to start testing the catch cans.
It has been a crazy couple of weeks with many more ahead, but
we are starting to see progress in the right direction. Motto for this month
has been Press on Regardless!!!
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