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CSEF · 2002

Into the Deep: Ion Propulsion Systems

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals To find if it is possible to create an ion propulsion device in an aqueous medium using the principles of a capacitor. We belive it is possible to accomplish this if we use…

CSEF · 2002

It's Got the Power

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals To see if solar, wind, and sound power are more efficient than gas power, as well as feasible and cost effective. Methods/Materials R/C cars were acquired, electric R/C car…

CSEF · 2002

It's to the Wall, at the Wall, and It's Gone

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals The objective for my project is to see which brand of softball travels the furthest. My hypothesis is that the Worth brand will travel the furthest. Methods/Materials To con…

CSEF · 2002

Keep the Noise Down!

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals The purpose of my experiment was to determine whether there was a relationship between the density of a material and the intensity of sound it blocked. Methods/Materials To…

CSEF · 2002

Lifting with Gears

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals Determine if gears will affect how much weight you can lift with a pulley Methods/Materials Materials: · Pieces from a K#NEX set; · Gears, pulleys and motors from a K#NEX se…

CSEF · 2002

Light, Mirrors, Heat, and Water

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals My goal for this science fair project was to test how mirrors effect the water production rates of solar distillers. Methods/Materials I used three solar stills, a parabolic…

CSEF · 2002

Lubrication: Performance under Pressure

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals Through my project I wanted to find the lubricantthat would withstand the most amount of pressure and produce the least amount wear on a rod and pipe assembly. Methods/Mater…

CSEF · 2002

Optimizing Fluidynes

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals The objectives for this project are to develop a stable Fluidyne Stirling Engine that can be created based on simple jet-feedback designs using glass tubing, from school and…

CSEF · 2002

Organic Heat

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals My project was to determine if the length of pipe will affect the temperature of water heated inside a compost pile. I suspect that the the longest pipe will heat the water…

CSEF · 2002

Pressure's On!

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals "Pressure's On!" waas designed to support whether a dressage saddle or a multipurpose saddle would create the least amount of pressure points on a horse's back. Methods/Mate…

CSEF · 2002

Roller Coaster Madness

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals My project was to determine which modification to a roller coaster car would make it travel the fastest: make it aerodynamic, heavy or neither. Methods/Materials One car was…

CSEF · 2002

Seismic Bearing

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals The objective of our project is to determine if putting base isolators in the foundation of buildings would decrease the displacement of the building, making it a safer envi…

CSEF · 2002

"Set-It-and-Forget-It" Automatic Fish Feeder

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals The purpose of my project was to invent a fish feeder to automatically feed fish once a day. I call it the #Set-it-and-forget-it# automatic fish feeder. I made it for people…

CSEF · 2002

Spin to Win: A Dreidel Discussion

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals My objective was to discover if I could alter the laws of probability by weighting one side of my dreidel before spinning it. I believed that when I weighted one side of my…

CSEF · 2002

Sunshade

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals Objective: Three types of vehicle window shades were tested to assess their effectiveness in reducing vehicle interior temperature. Methods/Materials The three tested sunsha…

CSEF · 2002

Super Shoes

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals My engineering goal was to create a mop that would outperform a regular mop, but could be worn on the body. Methods/Materials Material: One old pair of tennis shoes, two blo…

CSEF · 2002

The Effect of Gear Size on a Spring-Powered Vehicle

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals The purpose of this project was to find the optimum gear ratio for a spring-powered vehicle, by testing it repeatedly and finding the average velocity achieved by each gear.…

CSEF · 2002

The Effect of Insulation on the Distillation Process

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals The objective of my experiment is to determine whether or not insulation materials increase the distillation rate of water. Methods/Materials The experiment includes two ide…

CSEF · 2002

The Heat Extractor 2002

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals By using thermal dynamics and a concentrated consolidated heat devise, I planned on increasing the efficiency of the common household fireplace. Methods/Materials By placing…

CSEF · 2002

The "ICEBOARD"

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals I created my project because of my passion for skateboarding. I thought of how to invent a skateboard that could be used on ice. By interchanging the wheels to blades, this…

CSEF · 2002

The Robe Warmer

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals To ease the transition from warm bed to cold breakfast table. Methods/Materials Materials:staple gun, mannequin, robe, needle, thread, timer and electric blanket. Method: th…

CSEF · 2002

The Self-Sipper

Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

Objectives/Goals The goal of my invention was to create a cup for people who have difficulty drinking liquids due to permanent or temporary disabilities. Methods/Materials After visiting a h…

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