Computational Aeroacoustic Investigation of Co-rotating rotors for Urban Air Mobility.
The presentation is split into different slides (for pdf format) corresponding to different animations.
Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering, specializing in Aerodynamics, Aeroacoustics, and Wind Energy at TU Delft, the Netherlands.
The document provides an introduction to the fundamentals of mechanical engineering and diesel engines. It discusses key concepts such as the different types of internal combustion engines including diesel engines. It describes how diesel engines work through the combustion process and four stroke cycle. It also outlines the different systems in diesel engines, including types of mechanical power transmission methods like gears, chains, and belts.
The document discusses wind energy technology and what designs work best. It summarizes that horizontal axis wind turbines are generally more successful than vertical axis designs. Key factors that determine turbine performance are discussed, such as airfoil shape, tip speed ratio, rotor solidity, and controls like variable pitch and stall regulation. Common materials used for blades like wood, metal, and fiberglass composites are also outlined. The goal of the KidWind project is to introduce wind power concepts to students through hands-on science activities.
Among the Renewable Energy Sources, Wind Energy is taken up with careful prior efforts before implementation as it requires all capital and technical inputs before payback starts. However, it is a clean source of electric power compared to coal based thermal power. India is a country that has made progress in wind power investment.
Vehicle dynamics is the study of forces acting on vehicles in motion. It involves mechanics, physics, and other fields. Key aspects of vehicle dynamics include center of gravity, suspension systems, tires, braking, and forces like aerodynamic drag and road disturbances. Newton's laws of motion describe the relationship between forces and motion for vehicles. Vehicle dynamics analysis considers factors like ride quality, handling, traction, and stability.
Transmissions allow engines to operate at optimal RPM for efficiency using gear ratios to reduce RPM and multiply torque. They contain gears that change the speed and direction of rotation. Planetary gears, common in automatic transmissions, use three components - sun gear, planet gears, and ring gear. By holding one component and driving another, different gear ratios are achieved like underdrive, overdrive, and reverse. Ratios are calculated using the number of teeth on each component.
This document summarizes a proposal for modular spacecraft with integrated structural electrodynamic propulsion. It describes using short, rigid booms carrying large currents to generate thrust via Lorentz forces with little or no propellant. Six booms could provide full spacecraft control. Modular components could self-assemble large structures. Challenges include complex dynamics, constrained thrust vectors, and relying on ambient plasma. Energy storage, electron emitters, ion sources, and plasma collection are also discussed.
The document provides an introduction to the fundamentals of mechanical engineering and diesel engines. It discusses key concepts such as the different types of internal combustion engines including diesel engines. It describes how diesel engines work through the combustion process and four stroke cycle. It also outlines the different systems in diesel engines, including types of mechanical power transmission methods like gears, chains, and belts.
The document discusses wind energy technology and what designs work best. It summarizes that horizontal axis wind turbines are generally more successful than vertical axis designs. Key factors that determine turbine performance are discussed, such as airfoil shape, tip speed ratio, rotor solidity, and controls like variable pitch and stall regulation. Common materials used for blades like wood, metal, and fiberglass composites are also outlined. The goal of the KidWind project is to introduce wind power concepts to students through hands-on science activities.
Among the Renewable Energy Sources, Wind Energy is taken up with careful prior efforts before implementation as it requires all capital and technical inputs before payback starts. However, it is a clean source of electric power compared to coal based thermal power. India is a country that has made progress in wind power investment.
Vehicle dynamics is the study of forces acting on vehicles in motion. It involves mechanics, physics, and other fields. Key aspects of vehicle dynamics include center of gravity, suspension systems, tires, braking, and forces like aerodynamic drag and road disturbances. Newton's laws of motion describe the relationship between forces and motion for vehicles. Vehicle dynamics analysis considers factors like ride quality, handling, traction, and stability.
Transmissions allow engines to operate at optimal RPM for efficiency using gear ratios to reduce RPM and multiply torque. They contain gears that change the speed and direction of rotation. Planetary gears, common in automatic transmissions, use three components - sun gear, planet gears, and ring gear. By holding one component and driving another, different gear ratios are achieved like underdrive, overdrive, and reverse. Ratios are calculated using the number of teeth on each component.
This document summarizes a proposal for modular spacecraft with integrated structural electrodynamic propulsion. It describes using short, rigid booms carrying large currents to generate thrust via Lorentz forces with little or no propellant. Six booms could provide full spacecraft control. Modular components could self-assemble large structures. Challenges include complex dynamics, constrained thrust vectors, and relying on ambient plasma. Energy storage, electron emitters, ion sources, and plasma collection are also discussed.
1) Steam turbines are important prime movers that convert the thermal energy of steam into useful work. They operate using the principle that steam flowing over curved turbine blades imparts a force and causes the blades to rotate.
2) Steam turbines can be classified as impulse or reaction turbines depending on where the pressure drop of steam occurs. Impulse turbines only cause a pressure drop in nozzles, while reaction turbines cause a pressure drop both in nozzles and over rotor blades.
3) Steam condensers are heat transfer devices that condense exhaust steam from turbines using cooling water. The condensed steam, or condensate, is returned to boilers to be reused, saving water costs.
This document provides an overview of a vehicle dynamics course. It discusses topics that will be covered such as vehicle dynamics fundamentals, load transfer, acceleration and braking performance, wheel alignment, handling, ride forces, suspension technologies, tires, and vehicle dynamic tests. The course will examine chapters on vehicle dynamics, longitudinal and lateral load transfer, tractive effort and forces, weight transfer, and the relationship between road loads and tractive resistance. It also provides examples of vehicle dynamic field tests. The goal is for students to gain an understanding of key vehicle dynamics concepts and metrics.
GT Hyperloop Pod Final Design Briefing PresentationRohan Deshmukh
This presentation was presented on behalf of the Georgia Institute of Technology Hyperloop Team during the Design Competition Weekend held at Texas A&M University on January 29th, 2016
1) Gears are components that transmit rotational force from one shaft to another. Different types of gears exist depending on the position of the shaft axes, including spur gears, helical gears, bevel gears, and worm gears.
2) Gear trains involve two or more gears meshing together to reduce speed and increase torque. Simple gear trains connect two parallel shafts, while compound and planetary gear trains involve more complex gear arrangements.
3) Planetary gear trains feature one or more planet gears that mesh with both a sun gear and ring gear simultaneously, allowing different gear ratios depending on which gears are used as inputs and outputs. They provide more compact transmissions of high gear ratios.
A coupling permanently connects driving and driven shafts, while a clutch can connect or disconnect them. A brake brings one rotating member to a stop while keeping the other member stationary. A clutch uses friction to connect a driving member like an engine flywheel to a driven member like a transmission input shaft, allowing transfer of power when engaged but allowing members to rotate independently when disengaged. A multi-plate clutch can transmit more torque than a single-plate clutch by using multiple alternating friction plates.
The document provides an overview of wind turbine operation and maintenance. It discusses the components of a wind turbine including the rotor blades, gearbox, generator, control systems, and tower. The key components work together to convert the kinetic energy of wind into electrical energy. Sensors monitor turbine operations and controls adjust the blades to optimize power output while ensuring safety during high winds or other events. Regular maintenance is needed to inspect components like the gearbox and replace parts like slip rings.
This document provides an overview of wind turbine engineering. It discusses key concepts such as how wind power depends on air volume, velocity, mass, and flux. It explains that turbine power output is a function of air density, wind velocity cubed, and rotor swept area. The Betz limit establishes that the maximum possible power coefficient for a conventional wind turbine is 59% efficiency. The document also outlines the major subsystems of a wind turbine and important design considerations such as aerodynamics, structures, control systems, and costs. Key parameters that must be chosen for a wind turbine design are also summarized.
Wind power has a long history of harnessing wind energy for tasks like sailing, grinding grains, and pumping water. Modern utility-scale wind power emerged in the 1970s with larger horizontal-axis turbines on towers. Key wind power fundamentals include extracting kinetic energy from wind using swept rotor areas. The maximum efficiency is 59% based on Betz's law. Wind turbines convert the variable wind resource into electricity using rotating blades connected to generators via drive trains. Control systems regulate blade pitch and orientation to optimize power extraction.
The document provides an overview of wind turbine engineering. It discusses that wind power depends on air volume, velocity, mass, and flux. Kinetic energy and power from wind is calculated using formulas involving air density, velocity, and swept area. The Betz limit establishes that a conventional wind turbine can extract up to 59% of the power contained in wind. Power output is proportional to the cube of wind velocity, air density, and swept area. A capacity factor of around 30% represents the fraction of time a turbine operates at its rated power level based on turbine and site characteristics. Wind turbines have subsystems including foundations, towers, nacelles, hubs, drivetrains, generators, and controls. Design considerations include aer
This document discusses rocket propulsion and solid rocket motors. It defines propulsion as initiating or changing the motion of a body. Rocket propulsion works by ejecting propellant to create a reaction force and induce motion. Solid rocket motors use solid propellants composed of fuel, oxidizer, and binder. They provide high thrust but have low control and cannot be shut down and restarted. Performance is measured by parameters like specific impulse, total impulse, and effective exhaust velocity.
Engine testing is done to develop and validate engine performance before mass production. It involves comprehensive testing of engine parameters like power, torque, emissions, fuel consumption, and validation against regulatory standards. A variety of instrumentation is used to monitor engine speeds, air and fuel flow rates, temperatures, pressures and emissions during testing. Dynamometers provide load on the engine and measure its output power and torque. Test results are used to improve engine design and efficiency.
The document discusses various aspects of wind energy and wind turbines. It begins by noting that energy plays a vital role in our lives and discusses different energy resources including fossil fuels and renewable sources like wind. It then provides details on the history of wind energy use dating back thousands of years, as well as modern wind turbine design and components. The document discusses how wind turbines work, including blade design principles, optimal tip speed ratios, and cut-in, rated, and cut-out wind speeds. It also addresses wind farm installation and the advantages of wind power as a renewable and non-polluting energy source.
This document provides an introduction to robot components and mechanical elements. It discusses the main parts of a robot including the manipulator, end effector, actuators, sensors, controller, and processor. It then describes common mechanical components like bearings, belts, and gears. It also covers various types of actuators including different motors, locomotion methods, and degrees of freedom. Finally, it discusses pneumatic components and control valves.
This document discusses solid rocket propulsion. It describes the key components of a solid rocket motor, including the thermal insulation, nozzle, ignition system, and solid propellant grain. Solid propellant grains can be composite, containing an oxidizer like ammonium perchlorate and a fuel like aluminum powder held together by a binder. Performance criteria for rockets include thrust, specific impulse, total impulse, and effective exhaust velocity. Solid rockets provide high thrust but have low control and cannot easily be shut down or restarted.
This document discusses various types of friction clutches, brakes, and dynamometers. It describes pivot and collar friction, single and multiple disc clutches, cone clutches, and centrifugal clutches. It also covers the torque transmission capacity calculations for plate, cone, and centrifugal clutches. The document then discusses shoe brakes and internal shoe brakes, describing their braking torque calculations. Finally, it summarizes different types of dynamometers including absorption dynamometers like Prony brake and rope brake dynamometers, and transmission dynamometers like belt, epicyclic train, and Bevis-Gibson torsion dynamometers.
ommon motion systems use three types of control methods. They are position control, velocity control and torque control.
The majority of Newport’s motion systems use position control. This type of control moves the load from one known fixed position to another known fixed position. Feedback, or closed-loop positioning, is important for precise positioning.
Velocity control moves the load continuously for a certain time interval or moves the load from one place to another at a prescribed velocity. Newport’s systems use both encoder and tachometer feedback to regulate velocity.
Torque control measures the current applied to a motor with a known torque coefficient in order to develop a known constant torque. Newport’s motion systems do not employ this method of control.
The document provides an overview of theory of machines and machine elements design. It discusses kinematics, which is the study of motion without considering forces. Kinematics of machines deals with the relative motion between machine parts through displacement, velocity and acceleration. A mechanism is defined as part of a machine that transmits motion and power from input to output. Key concepts discussed include links, kinematic pairs, degrees of freedom, and inversions of mechanisms. Common mechanisms like slider crank chains and their inversions are presented. The document also discusses straight line motion generators, intermittent motion mechanisms, and mechanical advantage in mechanisms.
Rotordynamics is the branch of engineering that studies the vibrations of rotating shafts. There are three main modes of vibration during rotation - torsional, longitudinal, and lateral vibrations, with lateral vibrations being the greatest concern. Factors like unbalance, misalignment, and bearing failures can cause rotor failure. Critical speeds occur when the rotational speed matches the natural frequency of the system, potentially leading to resonance. Stability and unbalance response are also major areas of concern in rotordynamics analysis.
This document discusses fluid couplings and hydraulic torque converters. It describes their construction, working principles, efficiencies, uses, and differences. A fluid coupling transmits power between shafts using an liquid medium, with no direct contact. A hydraulic torque converter also uses liquid to transmit variable torque without gears or clutches, and can multiply torque up to 5 times. Both are used in automotive and industrial applications where smooth starting torque is required.
Understanding Inductive Bias in Machine LearningSUTEJAS
This presentation explores the concept of inductive bias in machine learning. It explains how algorithms come with built-in assumptions and preferences that guide the learning process. You'll learn about the different types of inductive bias and how they can impact the performance and generalizability of machine learning models.
The presentation also covers the positive and negative aspects of inductive bias, along with strategies for mitigating potential drawbacks. We'll explore examples of how bias manifests in algorithms like neural networks and decision trees.
By understanding inductive bias, you can gain valuable insights into how machine learning models work and make informed decisions when building and deploying them.
1) Steam turbines are important prime movers that convert the thermal energy of steam into useful work. They operate using the principle that steam flowing over curved turbine blades imparts a force and causes the blades to rotate.
2) Steam turbines can be classified as impulse or reaction turbines depending on where the pressure drop of steam occurs. Impulse turbines only cause a pressure drop in nozzles, while reaction turbines cause a pressure drop both in nozzles and over rotor blades.
3) Steam condensers are heat transfer devices that condense exhaust steam from turbines using cooling water. The condensed steam, or condensate, is returned to boilers to be reused, saving water costs.
This document provides an overview of a vehicle dynamics course. It discusses topics that will be covered such as vehicle dynamics fundamentals, load transfer, acceleration and braking performance, wheel alignment, handling, ride forces, suspension technologies, tires, and vehicle dynamic tests. The course will examine chapters on vehicle dynamics, longitudinal and lateral load transfer, tractive effort and forces, weight transfer, and the relationship between road loads and tractive resistance. It also provides examples of vehicle dynamic field tests. The goal is for students to gain an understanding of key vehicle dynamics concepts and metrics.
GT Hyperloop Pod Final Design Briefing PresentationRohan Deshmukh
This presentation was presented on behalf of the Georgia Institute of Technology Hyperloop Team during the Design Competition Weekend held at Texas A&M University on January 29th, 2016
1) Gears are components that transmit rotational force from one shaft to another. Different types of gears exist depending on the position of the shaft axes, including spur gears, helical gears, bevel gears, and worm gears.
2) Gear trains involve two or more gears meshing together to reduce speed and increase torque. Simple gear trains connect two parallel shafts, while compound and planetary gear trains involve more complex gear arrangements.
3) Planetary gear trains feature one or more planet gears that mesh with both a sun gear and ring gear simultaneously, allowing different gear ratios depending on which gears are used as inputs and outputs. They provide more compact transmissions of high gear ratios.
A coupling permanently connects driving and driven shafts, while a clutch can connect or disconnect them. A brake brings one rotating member to a stop while keeping the other member stationary. A clutch uses friction to connect a driving member like an engine flywheel to a driven member like a transmission input shaft, allowing transfer of power when engaged but allowing members to rotate independently when disengaged. A multi-plate clutch can transmit more torque than a single-plate clutch by using multiple alternating friction plates.
The document provides an overview of wind turbine operation and maintenance. It discusses the components of a wind turbine including the rotor blades, gearbox, generator, control systems, and tower. The key components work together to convert the kinetic energy of wind into electrical energy. Sensors monitor turbine operations and controls adjust the blades to optimize power output while ensuring safety during high winds or other events. Regular maintenance is needed to inspect components like the gearbox and replace parts like slip rings.
This document provides an overview of wind turbine engineering. It discusses key concepts such as how wind power depends on air volume, velocity, mass, and flux. It explains that turbine power output is a function of air density, wind velocity cubed, and rotor swept area. The Betz limit establishes that the maximum possible power coefficient for a conventional wind turbine is 59% efficiency. The document also outlines the major subsystems of a wind turbine and important design considerations such as aerodynamics, structures, control systems, and costs. Key parameters that must be chosen for a wind turbine design are also summarized.
Wind power has a long history of harnessing wind energy for tasks like sailing, grinding grains, and pumping water. Modern utility-scale wind power emerged in the 1970s with larger horizontal-axis turbines on towers. Key wind power fundamentals include extracting kinetic energy from wind using swept rotor areas. The maximum efficiency is 59% based on Betz's law. Wind turbines convert the variable wind resource into electricity using rotating blades connected to generators via drive trains. Control systems regulate blade pitch and orientation to optimize power extraction.
The document provides an overview of wind turbine engineering. It discusses that wind power depends on air volume, velocity, mass, and flux. Kinetic energy and power from wind is calculated using formulas involving air density, velocity, and swept area. The Betz limit establishes that a conventional wind turbine can extract up to 59% of the power contained in wind. Power output is proportional to the cube of wind velocity, air density, and swept area. A capacity factor of around 30% represents the fraction of time a turbine operates at its rated power level based on turbine and site characteristics. Wind turbines have subsystems including foundations, towers, nacelles, hubs, drivetrains, generators, and controls. Design considerations include aer
This document discusses rocket propulsion and solid rocket motors. It defines propulsion as initiating or changing the motion of a body. Rocket propulsion works by ejecting propellant to create a reaction force and induce motion. Solid rocket motors use solid propellants composed of fuel, oxidizer, and binder. They provide high thrust but have low control and cannot be shut down and restarted. Performance is measured by parameters like specific impulse, total impulse, and effective exhaust velocity.
Engine testing is done to develop and validate engine performance before mass production. It involves comprehensive testing of engine parameters like power, torque, emissions, fuel consumption, and validation against regulatory standards. A variety of instrumentation is used to monitor engine speeds, air and fuel flow rates, temperatures, pressures and emissions during testing. Dynamometers provide load on the engine and measure its output power and torque. Test results are used to improve engine design and efficiency.
The document discusses various aspects of wind energy and wind turbines. It begins by noting that energy plays a vital role in our lives and discusses different energy resources including fossil fuels and renewable sources like wind. It then provides details on the history of wind energy use dating back thousands of years, as well as modern wind turbine design and components. The document discusses how wind turbines work, including blade design principles, optimal tip speed ratios, and cut-in, rated, and cut-out wind speeds. It also addresses wind farm installation and the advantages of wind power as a renewable and non-polluting energy source.
This document provides an introduction to robot components and mechanical elements. It discusses the main parts of a robot including the manipulator, end effector, actuators, sensors, controller, and processor. It then describes common mechanical components like bearings, belts, and gears. It also covers various types of actuators including different motors, locomotion methods, and degrees of freedom. Finally, it discusses pneumatic components and control valves.
This document discusses solid rocket propulsion. It describes the key components of a solid rocket motor, including the thermal insulation, nozzle, ignition system, and solid propellant grain. Solid propellant grains can be composite, containing an oxidizer like ammonium perchlorate and a fuel like aluminum powder held together by a binder. Performance criteria for rockets include thrust, specific impulse, total impulse, and effective exhaust velocity. Solid rockets provide high thrust but have low control and cannot easily be shut down or restarted.
This document discusses various types of friction clutches, brakes, and dynamometers. It describes pivot and collar friction, single and multiple disc clutches, cone clutches, and centrifugal clutches. It also covers the torque transmission capacity calculations for plate, cone, and centrifugal clutches. The document then discusses shoe brakes and internal shoe brakes, describing their braking torque calculations. Finally, it summarizes different types of dynamometers including absorption dynamometers like Prony brake and rope brake dynamometers, and transmission dynamometers like belt, epicyclic train, and Bevis-Gibson torsion dynamometers.
ommon motion systems use three types of control methods. They are position control, velocity control and torque control.
The majority of Newport’s motion systems use position control. This type of control moves the load from one known fixed position to another known fixed position. Feedback, or closed-loop positioning, is important for precise positioning.
Velocity control moves the load continuously for a certain time interval or moves the load from one place to another at a prescribed velocity. Newport’s systems use both encoder and tachometer feedback to regulate velocity.
Torque control measures the current applied to a motor with a known torque coefficient in order to develop a known constant torque. Newport’s motion systems do not employ this method of control.
The document provides an overview of theory of machines and machine elements design. It discusses kinematics, which is the study of motion without considering forces. Kinematics of machines deals with the relative motion between machine parts through displacement, velocity and acceleration. A mechanism is defined as part of a machine that transmits motion and power from input to output. Key concepts discussed include links, kinematic pairs, degrees of freedom, and inversions of mechanisms. Common mechanisms like slider crank chains and their inversions are presented. The document also discusses straight line motion generators, intermittent motion mechanisms, and mechanical advantage in mechanisms.
Rotordynamics is the branch of engineering that studies the vibrations of rotating shafts. There are three main modes of vibration during rotation - torsional, longitudinal, and lateral vibrations, with lateral vibrations being the greatest concern. Factors like unbalance, misalignment, and bearing failures can cause rotor failure. Critical speeds occur when the rotational speed matches the natural frequency of the system, potentially leading to resonance. Stability and unbalance response are also major areas of concern in rotordynamics analysis.
This document discusses fluid couplings and hydraulic torque converters. It describes their construction, working principles, efficiencies, uses, and differences. A fluid coupling transmits power between shafts using an liquid medium, with no direct contact. A hydraulic torque converter also uses liquid to transmit variable torque without gears or clutches, and can multiply torque up to 5 times. Both are used in automotive and industrial applications where smooth starting torque is required.
Understanding Inductive Bias in Machine LearningSUTEJAS
This presentation explores the concept of inductive bias in machine learning. It explains how algorithms come with built-in assumptions and preferences that guide the learning process. You'll learn about the different types of inductive bias and how they can impact the performance and generalizability of machine learning models.
The presentation also covers the positive and negative aspects of inductive bias, along with strategies for mitigating potential drawbacks. We'll explore examples of how bias manifests in algorithms like neural networks and decision trees.
By understanding inductive bias, you can gain valuable insights into how machine learning models work and make informed decisions when building and deploying them.
Comparative analysis between traditional aquaponics and reconstructed aquapon...bijceesjournal
The aquaponic system of planting is a method that does not require soil usage. It is a method that only needs water, fish, lava rocks (a substitute for soil), and plants. Aquaponic systems are sustainable and environmentally friendly. Its use not only helps to plant in small spaces but also helps reduce artificial chemical use and minimizes excess water use, as aquaponics consumes 90% less water than soil-based gardening. The study applied a descriptive and experimental design to assess and compare conventional and reconstructed aquaponic methods for reproducing tomatoes. The researchers created an observation checklist to determine the significant factors of the study. The study aims to determine the significant difference between traditional aquaponics and reconstructed aquaponics systems propagating tomatoes in terms of height, weight, girth, and number of fruits. The reconstructed aquaponics system’s higher growth yield results in a much more nourished crop than the traditional aquaponics system. It is superior in its number of fruits, height, weight, and girth measurement. Moreover, the reconstructed aquaponics system is proven to eliminate all the hindrances present in the traditional aquaponics system, which are overcrowding of fish, algae growth, pest problems, contaminated water, and dead fish.
Advanced control scheme of doubly fed induction generator for wind turbine us...IJECEIAES
This paper describes a speed control device for generating electrical energy on an electricity network based on the doubly fed induction generator (DFIG) used for wind power conversion systems. At first, a double-fed induction generator model was constructed. A control law is formulated to govern the flow of energy between the stator of a DFIG and the energy network using three types of controllers: proportional integral (PI), sliding mode controller (SMC) and second order sliding mode controller (SOSMC). Their different results in terms of power reference tracking, reaction to unexpected speed fluctuations, sensitivity to perturbations, and resilience against machine parameter alterations are compared. MATLAB/Simulink was used to conduct the simulations for the preceding study. Multiple simulations have shown very satisfying results, and the investigations demonstrate the efficacy and power-enhancing capabilities of the suggested control system.
Literature Review Basics and Understanding Reference Management.pptxDr Ramhari Poudyal
Three-day training on academic research focuses on analytical tools at United Technical College, supported by the University Grant Commission, Nepal. 24-26 May 2024
KuberTENes Birthday Bash Guadalajara - K8sGPT first impressionsVictor Morales
K8sGPT is a tool that analyzes and diagnoses Kubernetes clusters. This presentation was used to share the requirements and dependencies to deploy K8sGPT in a local environment.
ACEP Magazine edition 4th launched on 05.06.2024Rahul
This document provides information about the third edition of the magazine "Sthapatya" published by the Association of Civil Engineers (Practicing) Aurangabad. It includes messages from current and past presidents of ACEP, memories and photos from past ACEP events, information on life time achievement awards given by ACEP, and a technical article on concrete maintenance, repairs and strengthening. The document highlights activities of ACEP and provides a technical educational article for members.
Introduction- e - waste – definition - sources of e-waste– hazardous substances in e-waste - effects of e-waste on environment and human health- need for e-waste management– e-waste handling rules - waste minimization techniques for managing e-waste – recycling of e-waste - disposal treatment methods of e- waste – mechanism of extraction of precious metal from leaching solution-global Scenario of E-waste – E-waste in India- case studies.
Harnessing WebAssembly for Real-time Stateless Streaming PipelinesChristina Lin
Traditionally, dealing with real-time data pipelines has involved significant overhead, even for straightforward tasks like data transformation or masking. However, in this talk, we’ll venture into the dynamic realm of WebAssembly (WASM) and discover how it can revolutionize the creation of stateless streaming pipelines within a Kafka (Redpanda) broker. These pipelines are adept at managing low-latency, high-data-volume scenarios.
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Traffic problems…
• London
– population of 8.9 million
– hours wasted in traffic/year - 2271
• Paris
– population of 2.1 million
– hours wasted in traffic/year - 2371
1inrix.com/scorecard/
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Traffic problems…
• London
– population of 8.9 million
– hours wasted in traffic/year - 2271
• Paris
– population of 2.1 million
– hours wasted in traffic/year - 2371
• United States
– report by Texas Transportation Institute
– loss - $78 billion/year2
1inrix.com/scorecard/ 2Issues of the Day, Ian W.H. Parry and Felicia Day, 2010
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Urban Air Mobility
• Urban transportation system
Image courtesy: NASA/Lillium/Uber/Hyundai
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Urban Air Mobility
• Urban transportation system
• Personal Air Vehicle (PAV)
Image courtesy: NASA/Lillium/Uber/Hyundai
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Urban Air Mobility
• Urban transportation system
• Personal Air Vehicle (PAV)
– Transport of people and goods
Image courtesy: NASA/Lillium/Uber/Hyundai
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Aeroacoustics
• Noise generated by aerodynamic flows
• Key factor in Urban Air Mobility
• Major noise source – Rotors
• Can we increase efficiency and
decrease noise for a rotor, even further?
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Aeroacoustics
• Noise generated by aerodynamic flows
• Key factor in Urban Air Mobility
• Major noise source – Rotors
• Can we increase efficiency and
decrease noise for a rotor, even further?
• Types of rotors:
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Aeroacoustics
• Noise generated by aerodynamic flows
• Key factor in Urban Air Mobility
• Major noise source – Rotors
• Can we increase efficiency and
decrease noise for a rotor, even further?
• Types of rotors:
– Co-planar rotor
Image courtesy: GetFPV
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Aeroacoustics
• Noise generated by aerodynamic flows
• Key factor in Urban Air Mobility
• Major noise source – Rotors
• Can we increase efficiency and
decrease noise for a rotor, even further?
• Types of rotors:
– Co-planar rotor
– Contra-rotating rotor
Image courtesy: Workhorse
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Aeroacoustics
• Noise generated by aerodynamic flows
• Key factor in Urban Air Mobility
• Major noise source – Rotors
• Can we increase efficiency and
decrease noise for a rotor, even further?
• Types of rotors:
– Co-planar rotor
– Contra-rotating rotor
– Tandem rotor
Image courtesy: Boeing
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Aeroacoustics
• Noise generated by aerodynamic flows
• Key factor in Urban Air Mobility
• Major noise source – Rotors
• Can we increase efficiency and
decrease noise for a rotor, even further?
• Types of rotors:
– Co-planar rotor
– Contra-rotating rotor
– Tandem rotor
– Co-rotating rotor
Image courtesy: Myself
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Co-rotating rotor
Top view Side view
• 𝜙 : angular separation
• 𝑧 : axial separation
• n : rotations per second (rps)
Orthogonal view
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Literature Review
• A brief history:
– First introduced – Mackaness 1909, in automotive industry
– NASA – 1974, 1976, etc
– Tail rotor of Apache AH-64 D (attack helicopter)
and History
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Literature Review
1. Ramasamy1 2015: axial separation thrust
• A brief history:
– First introduced – Mackaness 1909, in automotive industry
– NASA – 1974, 1976, etc
– Tail rotor of Apache AH-64 D (attack helicopter)
1: Manikandan Ramasamy: Hover Performance Measurements toward understanding aerodynamic interference in co-axial, tandem, and tilt rotors, UARC-NASA
and History
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Literature Review
1. Ramasamy1 2015: axial separation thrust
2. Mahendra2 2018: angular separation thrust , even more than contra-rotating rotors
2: Mahendra Bhagwat: Co-rotating and Counter-rotating coaxial rotor performance, US Army Aviation Development Directorate, CA 94035
• A brief history:
– First introduced – Mackaness 1909, in automotive industry
– NASA – 1974, 1976, etc
– Tail rotor of Apache AH-64 D (attack helicopter)
and History
63. 63
Literature Review
1. Ramasamy1 2015: axial separation thrust
2. Mahendra2 2018: angular separation thrust , even more than contra-rotating rotors
3. Whiteside3 2019: angular separation noise
3: Siena KS Whiteside: An Exploration of the Performance and Acoustic Characteristics of UAV-Scale Stacked Rotor Configurations, NASA LRC, VA 23681
• A brief history:
– First introduced – Mackaness 1909, in automotive industry
– NASA – 1974, 1976, etc
– Tail rotor of Apache AH-64 D (attack helicopter)
and History
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• What are the flow phenomena taking place for a co-rotating rotor?
Research Questions
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• What are the flow phenomena taking place for a co-rotating rotor?
• What is the difference in computational and experimental results? Why?
Research Questions
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• What are the flow phenomena taking place for a co-rotating rotor?
• What is the difference in computational and experimental results? Why?
• Can the flow phenomena be utilized to increase thrust and decrease noise?
Research Questions
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• What are the flow phenomena taking place for a co-rotating rotor?
• What is the difference in computational and experimental results? Why?
• Can the flow phenomena be utilized to increase thrust and decrease noise?
• Which produces more noise for the same thrust: Co-rotating vs Single rotor?
Research Questions
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• Dassault Systèmes PowerFLOW – high-fidelity solver
– LBM-VLES based
– LBM: Lattice Boltzmann Method
– VLES: Very Large Eddy Simulation
Software
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• Dassault Systèmes PowerFLOW – high-fidelity solver
– LBM-VLES based
– LBM: Lattice Boltzmann Method
– VLES: Very Large Eddy Simulation
• LBM – based on discretized Boltzmann equation
Software
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• Dassault Systèmes PowerFLOW – high-fidelity solver
– LBM-VLES based
– LBM: Lattice Boltzmann Method
– VLES: Very Large Eddy Simulation
• LBM – based on discretized Boltzmann equation
Software
Convective term
Collision
operator
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• Dassault Systèmes PowerFLOW – high-fidelity solver
– LBM-VLES based
– LBM: Lattice Boltzmann Method
– VLES: Very Large Eddy Simulation
• LBM – based on discretized Boltzmann equation
– mesoscopic method
Software
Convective term
Collision
operator
f – particle distribution function
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• Dassault Systèmes PowerFLOW – high-fidelity solver
– LBM-VLES based
– LBM: Lattice Boltzmann Method
– VLES: Very Large Eddy Simulation
• LBM – based on discretized Boltzmann equation
– mesoscopic method
• VLES – Turbulence modelling for high-Re flows
– RNG1 k-𝜀 turbulence model
– Law of the wall – near boundary
Software
Convective term
Collision
operator
f – particle distribution function
1RNG: Renormalization Group
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Flow Phenomena
• Inflow Effect
• Blade Vortex Interaction (BVI)
• Circulation Effect
Only for low angular separation!!!
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Flow Phenomena
• Inflow Effect
• Blade Vortex Interaction (BVI)
• Circulation Effect
Only for low angular separation!!!
Has the potential to increase the co-rotating rotor performance!!!
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Noise Comparison
Configuration 4
• Two comparisons made
a) Co-rotating rotor 84o vs single rotor (having same thrust as 84o rotor)
b) Co-rotating rotor 12o vs single rotor (having same thrust as 12o rotor)
Angular (°) Co-rotating rotor (N) Single rotor (N)
a) 84 12.22 12.24
b) 12 11.7 11.8
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Noise Comparison
Configuration 4
• Two comparisons made
a) Co-rotating rotor 84o vs single rotor (having same thrust as 84o rotor)
b) Co-rotating rotor 12o vs single rotor (having same thrust as 12o rotor)
Angular (°) Co-rotating rotor (N) Single rotor (N)
a) 84 12.22 12.24
b) 12 11.7 11.8
a)
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Noise Comparison
Configuration 4
• Two comparisons made
a) Co-rotating rotor 84o vs single rotor (having same thrust as 84o rotor)
b) Co-rotating rotor 12o vs single rotor (having same thrust as 12o rotor)
Angular (°) Co-rotating rotor (N) Single rotor (N)
a) 84 12.22 12.24
b) 12 11.7 11.8
a) b)
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Conclusions
• Flow Phenomena
– Inflow effect
– Blade Vortex Interaction (BVI)
– Circulation effect
• Difference with experiments
– Some aspects of experimental setup unable to be captured
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Conclusions
• Flow Phenomena
– Inflow effect
– Blade Vortex Interaction (BVI)
– Circulation effect
• Difference with experiments
– Some aspects of experimental setup unable to be captured
• Circulation effect can be utilized to increase thrust
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Conclusions
• Flow Phenomena
– Inflow effect
– Blade Vortex Interaction (BVI)
– Circulation effect
• Difference with experiments
– Some aspects of experimental setup unable to be captured
• Circulation effect can be utilized to increase thrust
• Application-based goal:
– Higher thrust: 12o co-rotating configuration
– Lower noise: 84o co-rotating configuration
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Recommendations
• Further investigations needed on differences with experiments
• Differential collective pitch and differential radius studies should be performed
• Investigations should be made with angular separation higher than 90o
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Recommendations
• Further investigations needed on differences with experiments
• Differential collective pitch and differential radius studies should be performed
• Investigations should be made with angular separation higher than 90o
• Lower rotor blade design should be optimized due to different inflow conditions