CSEF · 2008
The Speed of Sound
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals I want to find out if the frequency of a sound wave affect the wavelength or speed of that sound wave. Methods/Materials First, I put three tones with different frequencies:…
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CSEF · 2008
The Weight to Energy Efficiency of a Hydrogen Peroxide Powered Tesla Turbine
Electronics & Electromagnetics
Objectives/Goals This project is the result of the search for a cleaner alternative energy source. Because hydrogen peroxide produces only water and oxygen as a byproduct of its breakdown, i…
CSEF · 2008
To Dimple or Not To Dimple: Can the Distance of a BB Be Improved by Dimpling Its Surface?
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals The objective of this experiment was to determine if dimpling the exterior of a BB will improve the distance it will travel when fired from a BB rifle. Methods/Materials The…
CSEF · 2008
Torpedinidae in the Bay: Salinity Altering Viscosity, Changing the Velocity
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals This project focuses on how the salinity of water influences the travel of a torpedo. My initial thoughts on the outcome of this scientific experimentation was that as salin…
CSEF · 2008
Transport Phenomena
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only) Second Award
Objectives/Goals The object of this project is to see if the density of a liquid exerts the same resistance to flow as the liquid's viscosity. Because viscosity is a fluid's resistance to fl…
CSEF · 2008
Underwater Interferometric Seismometer
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals In recent years, due to the great strides in nanotechnology and other fields, it has become a priority to measure microscopic distances. This project was designed to enhance…
CSEF · 2008
Use of Magnetic Fields to Prevent Earth Impacts by Near Earth Objects
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals Objective: Make the Near Earth Object change its direction by using magnetic power. The project might also be used to control space traffic by using the same idea of magneti…
CSEF · 2008
Water Works: The Effect of the Density of Water on the Wattage Output of an Hydroelectric Generator
Electronics & Electromagnetics
Objectives/Goals I was trying to find out if a higher density liquid would create a higher electrical output when passed through an hydroelectric generator at the same rate of flow as a lowe…
CSEF · 2008
Wave Blockers
Electronics & Electromagnetics
Objectives/Goals I wanted to find out what materials block radio waves more than others. I believed that material covering an antenna would affect the transmission of radio waves and block t…
CSEF · 2008
Wave Power
Electronics & Electromagnetics
Objectives/Goals My objective was to make a floating device similar to a buoy that would generate electricity using the constant motion of the ocean. Methods/Materials Based on the Faraday s…
CSEF · 2008
What Is the Voltage and Efficiency of Solar Panels at Different Angles Facing the Sun?
Electronics & Electromagnetics
Objectives/Goals I wanted to have my project related to the current event of global warming and the high price of gasoline. I hoped to learn the efficiency of solar panels at different angle…
CSEF · 2008
What Makes a Whirlpool?
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals The objective of my experiment was to see which of the variables of drain size, depth of liquid, flow rate, inclusion of a solid object and viscosity of liquid affected the…
CSEF · 2008
Which Hull Style Will Go the Mile?
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals To determine the affect of boat hull shape on the time it takes to move a boat some distance at certain power levels. I believe that the catamaran hull will take less time.…
CSEF · 2008
Which Roller Coaster Rolls for You?
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals Roller coasters are fun and exciting. But how can I determine if a certain roller coaster is more enjoyable for me? I will be determining the speed of a falling object accor…
CSEF · 2008
Why Knot? Experiments in Knot Formation
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals The purpose of my project is to find out the variation of knot formation depending on several factors including string length, material, and thickness. I used different leng…
CSEF · 2008
Wi-Fi: How Do Different Antennas Affect the Performance of Signals?
Electronics & Electromagnetics
Objectives/Goals The objective is to determine which Wi-Fi antennas perform the best when examining distance, speed, and packet dropping. Methods/Materials The antennas tested are the Omni-D…
CSEF · 2008
Wind Farming the Fertile Pavement of the San Joaquin Valley: Stage 3
Electronics & Electromagnetics
Objectives/Goals I observe that I need to eliminate or reduce the cut in wind speed requirement of my Savonius wind turbine. I plan to create a hybrid unit by utilizing solar power, and to r…
CSEF · 2008
Windmill Blade Shapes
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals My project was used to determine whether the blade shape of a windmill would affect how much electricity it generated. Methods/Materials I used a model of a windmill, compos…
CSEF · 2008
Wind Turbine: Do More Blades Mean More Power?
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals Goal: To see how many propellers would have the most electricity output on a home made wind turbine. Methods/Materials Method: 1. Created frame from PVC pipe using glue, saw…
CSEF · 2008
Wind Turbine Energy
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals The objective for this experiment was to investigate the electrical voltage that could be generated at a given wind speed using a simple wind turbine design. Methods/Materia…
CSEF · 2008
You Are Cleared for Takeoff: Propeller Design
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals The purpose of this experiment is to test different characteristics of airplane propellers (number of blades, blade pitch, and chord) to find which propeller design is most…