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Spring 2009 Minutes
3.06.09
Accomplishments
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- The process controller method, automating most of our experiments, is complete and runnning well.
- We began running experiments on the 9.5 mm tubes on the system.
- We ordered the webcam to monitor the sytem. The webcam is in, we are just waiting to install it.
Metrics
- We have collected the effluent turbidity of the 9.5 mm tubes at varies flow rates and two floc blanket settings.
- There effluent turbidity was higher than expected, more data analysis is needed.
Outcomes
- We noticed very high turbidities with the high velocities and the smaller tubes in the floc blanket.
- Based on the data we may determine that the highest Velocities/Vcs are giving us extremely poor results and we should test at lower Vc's.
Issues
- We need analyze the data and determine how the experiment should be changed. Hopefully we can run the tests a shorter time intervals. (this should be completed by monday)
- This week we will also be ordering larger size tubes.
- We are currently working on the Wiki Mid-term report and our teach-in coming up this wednesday.
- The webcam has to be installed and calibrated to record images of our system.
- We make spend next week examining the growth rate, and possible deformation of our floc blanket.
Any Overall Team Comments: The system is begining to work well and we are working on our midterm report and teach-in.
Metrics
- Quantitative and qualitative results from accomplishments and outcomes.
- Potential metrics for unresolved issues.
Outcomes
- A summary of resolutions based on what was accomplished.
- New directions and ideas that result from these resolutions.
Issues
- Difficult and unresolved issues
- Plans for action
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