CSEF · 2006
Need for Speed
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics
Objectives/Goals The experiment is "How will the shape of a car effect its speed down a straightaway track" and "How will the addition of a spoiler on the back of the car effect its speed do…
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CSEF · 2006
On the Wings of Mission Piggyback Ride: Winglet and Canard Analysis for Transported Craft Aerodynamics, Phase 2
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics
Objectives/Goals Phase 1 determined the best configuration for transporting space aircraft by using larger planes. Attaching the small ship on the bottom of the large ship, facing forward, r…
CSEF · 2006
Optimizing a Model for Rocket Stability
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics
Objectives/Goals This experiment tested whether using the RockSim method to calculate the center of pressure (CP) in conjunction with the generally accepted #rule# that the CP must be at lea…
CSEF · 2006
Overcoming Background Variations in Line Following with Multiple Light Sensors
Electricity & Electronics
Objectives/Goals My objective was to find out if robots could follow lines better with more than one light sensor when the it is faced with an unknown or changing background lighting. I hypo…
CSEF · 2006
Photo-Voltaic Cells
Electricity & Electronics
Objectives/Goals The objective of the project was to conduct research and laboratory experimentation to study photo voltaic cells and their practical applications. Methods/Materials Experime…
CSEF · 2006
Photovoltaic vs. Solar Thermal Energy
Electricity & Electronics
Objectives/Goals Our purpose was to investigate the efficiency of Stirling Engines and Photovoltaic Cells in harnessing solar energy. Methods/Materials We used a compass to orient our projec…
CSEF · 2006
Polarimetry: Measuring the Optical Activity of Sugars
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals I wish to measure the optical activity of various sugars and artificial sweeteners, both in their pure form and in food products. I would like to find out the similarities a…
CSEF · 2006
Project Pine Car: Mass and Propeller Variations on Vehicle Efficiency
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics
Objectives/Goals The objective of the experiment was to know which variables such as mass and propeller pitch create an efficient air propulsion system on land. The experiment was to find a…
CSEF · 2006
Propelling Numbers
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics
Objectives/Goals To show that by increasing the pitch of a propeller it will generate more thrust, while at the same time less RPM, and draw more power. Methods/Materials I used four differe…
CSEF · 2006
Quantifying the Effect of Skyglow on the Visibility of Stars
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals Skyglow caused by excess light from urban centers obscures the visibility of stars and is an increasing problem for astronomical observations. This experiment determines whe…
CSEF · 2006
Ride the Energy Tide
Electricity & Electronics
Objectives/Goals My main objective for my project was to find whether or not it was possible for me to create a new way to generate energy from the power of waves, and if it could be cost co…
CSEF · 2006
Rocket Fins
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics
Objectives/Goals My objective is to learn if rockets with larger or smaller fins fly the highest and are the most stable. Methods/Materials The materials I used were: Balsa Wood, 8 Viking Ro…
CSEF · 2006
Semiconductor Lighting
Electricity & Electronics
Objectives/Goals My objective is to understand the operation of Light Emitting Diodes (LED) and determine if modern LEDs have the advantages to replace incandescent light bulbs for energy-sa…
CSEF · 2006
Sink or Swim: The Effects of Temperature on Liquid Density and Buoyancy
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals To determine the effects of liquid temperature on the density of the liquid and the buoyancy of an object in the liquid. Methods/Materials Four different liquids: tap water,…
CSEF · 2006
Slow Flow: A Study of the Effect of Temperature on Viscosity
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals The order of the liquids from lowest viscosity to highest viscosity will be olive oil, motor oil, and corn syrup; the viscosity of a liquid is inversely proportional to its…
CSEF · 2006
Spectral Lines Emitted by Noble Gases
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals Our project was to determine the spectra line colors that were produced by noble gases. In addition, it was to determine what wavelengths each spectrum tube created. We beli…
CSEF · 2006
Speed and Efficiency Relationships in a Direct Current Motor in a Light Electric Vehicle Application
Electricity & Electronics
Objectives/Goals The objective of this project is to find the most efficient speed at which to run a Light Electric Vehicle(LEV). This would be the speed at which the batteries have the leas…
CSEF · 2006
Stoked about Stokes
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics
Objectives/Goals The objective of my project is to determine which liquid, corn syrup or glycerin, is the most viscous. I also want to see how temperature affects the viscosity of these liqu…
CSEF · 2006
Streamer Dimensions and Their Effect on a Rocket's Descent
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics
Objectives/Goals Our question was: How do the different dimensions of rectangular streamers all with the same area affect how long it takes for the rocket to fall? We thought that if a strea…
CSEF · 2006
Switch and Save: Can Switching to a Different Type of Lightbulb Really Save You Money?
Electricity & Electronics
Objectives/Goals My Science Fair project is about switching types of light bulbs to save energy and money. The question is "Do you really save money by switching from an incandescent to a fl…
CSEF · 2006
Tailgate Efficiency in Relation to Vehicular Aerodynamics
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics
Objectives/Goals The goal of my project was to determine through controlled experiments if it is more aerodynamically efficient to drive with the tailgate down, tailgate up, or with no tailg…
CSEF · 2006
The Effect of a Propeller's Design (Manufacturer) on Its Static Thrust
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics
Objectives/Goals I designed this experiment to test the static thrust of three designs of 8x4 model aircraft propellers (figure 1) and determine if there is a difference Methods/Materials Ma…
CSEF · 2006
The Effect of Circular Directional Waveguide Antennas of Varying Volume on the Signal-to-Noise Ratio of a Wireless Netwo
Electricity & Electronics
Objectives/Goals The purpose of this experiment was to determine the effect of circular directional waveguide antennas of varying volume on the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of a wireless netw…
CSEF · 2006
The Effect of Core Geometry and Bias on Solenoid Efficiency
Electricity & Electronics
Objectives/Goals My objective was to determine how much I could improve the efficiency of a solenoid (used to actuate a target arm in a game system) by varying the geometry of the core and b…
CSEF · 2006
The Effect of Different Sized Rods and Amount of Wrapped Wire on an Electromagnet
Electricity & Electronics
Objectives/Goals The purpose of this project was to find out if different sizes of rods have an affect on the strength of an electromagnet. Methods/Materials 1- 12 volt battery; 1- Roll of 3…
CSEF · 2006
The Effect of Temperature on an Electromagnet
Electricity & Electronics
Objectives/Goals Does temperature affect the strength of an electromagnet? Methods/Materials A. I wrapped 22 gauge copper wire around a 14 centimeter iron nail 100 times to make the electrom…
CSEF · 2006
The Effect of Winglets on Low Aspect Ratio Wings
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics
Objectives/Goals The purpose of this experiment is to observe if there are any effects of winglets on a low aspect ratio wing, particularly dealing with wingtip vortices. Methods/Materials A…
CSEF · 2006
The Effects of Different Glazing Types on Energy Consumption
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals My project was to determine what type of glass would hold out radiant heat and cold air. The Types of glass I used were single pane, double pane , and Low E. I believed the…
CSEF · 2006
The Effects of Inertia, and the Potential Energy on Different Kinds of Masses, Shapes, and Dimensions
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals Our experiment tests the conservation of energy, which states that energy cannot be created nor destroyed, it only changes form. Based on the researched we gathered, we pred…
CSEF · 2006
The Effects of Radiation and Viscosity on Sonoluminescence
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals To determine the effect of exposure to radiation and the effect of viscosity on stability and consistency of single-bubble-sonoluminescence (SBSL). Methods/Materials Flask w…