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Understanding Battery Technology, Ch 3: The Second Battery
No full textThis video, provided by the Center for Renewable Energy Advanced Technological Education Resource Center (CREATE), is the last of three chapters in a series on the basics of battery technology. This chapter focuses on how lithium-ion batteries work. Topics covered include reversible oxidation-reduction (redox) reactions, lithium-ion battery terminals, the electrolyte used in lithium ion batteries, and more. Additionally, the video goes over the six types of lithium ion batteries and their applicationsThis video runs 12:11 minutes in length. Other videos in the Understanding Battery Technology series are available to view separately
Learning Activities 2.1-2.4: Rough Vacuum System Components Video
No full textIn this video, published by Erie Community College, the presenter provides an overview of the components of a rough vacuum system using the Rough Vacuum System Trainer (RVET). Covered components include piping, clamps, valves (vent and butterfly), gauges (Enhanced Perani and Bourdon), bell jar/chamber, base plate, and the rotary vane vacuum pump. Each component's function is discussed along with and instructions on their use.The video corresponds with lessons in a student lab manual and instructor guide that accompanies the Introduction to Vacuum Technology E-book. This textbook provides an introduction to vacuum technology and science, and features topics curated to the needs of technicians in a production environment. The guides include student questions and a data table corresponding to the video.The video runs 2:16 minutes in length. The E-book, laboratory manuals, related videos, and labs are available to view separately
Learning Activities 4.3: Gas Pressure and Boyleâs Gas Law
No full textThis 6-page learning activity is from the Introduction to Vacuum Technology Student and Instructor Laboratory Manuals that accompany the Introduction to Vacuum Technology E-Book published by Erie Community College. This activity has students "measur[e] the volume of two sample materials, shaving cream and marshmallows, at atmospheric pressure and a vacuum pressure level." Students also use pressure and volume data to verify Boyles' law.The activity includes a summary, learning objectives, a pre-lab assignment, theoretical background, a list of equipment and materials needed, and the activity procedure. Student learning objectives include:Perform the pump-down sequence for the RVET system.Collect pressure data points from the RVET system pressure gauges and volume data points for the sample materials.Use scientific notation to represent numbers.Apply rules of significant figures (digits) through unit conversion practice.Calculate the percent difference between the initial and final PV products.Verify Boyle's law.The E-book, laboratory manuals, other learning activities, and related videos are available to view separately
What is the Community College Presidentsâ Initiative in STEM
No full textThis is the first episode of the CCPI-Cast webinar series from Prince George's Community College. This webinar provides an overview of the Community College Presidents' Initiative (CCPI), which aims to strengthen community college faculty, administration, and leaders in order to support STEM education and grow and diversify the skilled technician workforce. Topics covered include how the CCPI functions, mentorship opportunities for programs and grant proposals, the rationale behind CCPI and its goals, the growing STEM industry, and more.The video runs 44:19 minutes in length. Additional CCPI-Cast webinars are available to view separately
Building Institutional Grant Capacity at Small and Rural Community Colleges
No full textThis is an unnumbered episode of the CCPI-Cast webinar series from Prince George's Community College. The webinar features a panel discussion between three administrators of rural community colleges. Each panelist talks about their community college, applying for National Science Foundation (NSF) Advanced Technological Education (ATE) grants as a rural community college, and their role as a senior administrator in fostering grants and encouraging faculty participation.The video runs 52:54 minutes in length. Additional CCPI-Cast webinars are available to view separately
Hackley Aquatic Engineers: Technical Report
No full textThis 22-page report, from Hackley School, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the Hackley Aquatic Engineers team for the Ranger Class of the 2023 MATE ROV competition. MATE ROV is a global competition that challenges STEM students to build underwater ROVs to complete challenges. The competition is split into the following classes based on build complexity: Explorer, Ranger, Pioneer, Navigator, and Scout.The report begins with an abstract introducing Hackley Aquatic Engineers and their ROV followed by the team schedule. Next, the report covers the design of the ROV, discussing aspects of engineering (vehicle structure, propulsion, etc.) and electric design (float electronics, control system, etc.). Also covered is safety features, testing, budget and cost management, acknowledgments, funding, and references. A systems integration diagram (SID) and safety checklist are included.Manuals for each competition class and technical reports from other teams are available to view separately
Magikarp Industries: Technical Report
No full textThis 13-page report, from St. Vrain Valley Schools, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the Magikarp Industries team for the Ranger Class of the 2023 MATE ROV competition. MATE ROV is a global competition that challenges STEM students to build underwater ROVs to complete challenges. The competition is split into the following classes based on build complexity: Explorer, Ranger, Pioneer, Navigator, and Scout.The report begins with a summary of each team member's role in Magikarp Industries followed by an abstract introducing the company and their ROV. The design rationale focuses on the construction of the team's ROV, while the systems section discusses the ROV's control system and camera system. Also covered is testing and troubleshooting, safety, safety features, future plans, and budget. A systems integration diagram (SID) is included.Manuals for each competition class and technical reports from other teams are available to view separately
City University Of Hong Kong : CityU Underwater Robotics (EX:07): Technical Report
No full textThis 25-page report, provided by City University of Hong Kong, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the CityU Underwater Robotics team for the Explorer Class of the 2023 MATE ROV competition. MATE ROV is a global competition that challenges STEM students to build underwater ROVs to complete challenges. The competition is split into the following classes based on build complexity: Explorer, Ranger, Pioneer, Navigator, and Scout.The report begins with an abstract introducing CityU Underwater Robotics and their ROV. Following the abstract, the report provides an analysis of the construction of the team's ROV, highlighting the design rationale, design process, mechanical design, electronics design, software design, control station, mission planner, and mission specific tools. The report also discusses safety, logistics, conclusions, acknowledgments, and references. The following appendices are included: SID (systems integration design) - Electrical, SID Pneumatic, SID Buoyancy Engine, SID Fry Release Container, and Safety Operation Checklist.Manuals for each competition class and technical reports from other teams are available to view separately
H2Operations: Technical Report
No full textThis 23-page report, from The Francis W. Parker School of Chicago, Illinois, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the H2Operations team for the Ranger Class of the 2023 MATE ROV competition. MATE ROV is a global competition that challenges STEM students to build underwater ROVs to complete challenges. The competition is split into the following classes based on build complexity: Explorer, Ranger, Pioneer, Navigator, and Scout.The report begins with an abstract introducing H2Operations and their ROV followed by a project management graphic. The design rationale section provides an overview of the construction of the team's ROV, highlighting innovation, problem solving, systems approach, vehicle structure, vehicle systems, control electrical systems, software controlled system, propulsion, camera systems, and more. The report then covers testing and troubleshooting, budget, cost accounting. A systems integration diagram (SID) and list of reused parts are included.Manuals for each competition class and technical reports from other teams are available to view separately
Crubotics_RANGER: Technical Report
No full textThis 21-page report, published by Pensacola Catholic High School, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the Crubotics Ranger Team for the Ranger Class of the 2023 MATE ROV competition. MATE ROV is a global competition that challenges STEM students to build underwater ROVs to complete challenges. The competition is split into the following classes based on build complexity: Explorer, Ranger, Pioneer, Navigator, and Scout.The report begins with an abstract introducing the Crubotics Ranger Team and their ROV followed by a discussion of project management and scheduling. The design rationale section provides an overview of the design and construction of the team's ROV, highlighting the engineering process, vehicle structure, propulsion, mechanical and stationary claws, buying new or used parts, and more. Also covered are aspects of safety, prototyping, testing, troubleshooting, acknowledgments, and references. The following appendices are included:Job DescriptionsSystem Integration Diagram (SID)Safety ChecklistJSA (Job Safety Analysis)Project BudgetProject CostingManuals for each competition class and technical reports from other teams are available to view separately