Christopher Galantino's Individual Contribution Page

Team Goals

As a new member of AguaClara and the Ram pump subteam, I will strive to work with my team effectively in order to modify the existing ramp pump model to yield a 70 mL/s flow rate.  For this semester, it is necessary that we implement a reliable and consistent flow rate calculation system. Furthermore, the installment of an outlet for air in the ramp pump should carried out in order to allow steady flow of water instead of spurts. Ensuring that the model is stable and compact with respect to its components and overall structure is also a goal my team and I should focus on throughout the duration of the pumps design. Lastly, we must further test the forces of the pump in order to have an estimate of spring force appropriate for each AguaClara plant, taking its parameters into account.

Personal Goals

1) Conduct independent research on effective pump models to better the ram pump system

2) Put aside the time necessary to be an active participant on the team

3) Provide my energy and willingness to learn during each team session