Thermal Conductivity Measuring Device
Document Type
Creative works or constructive object presentation
Campus where you would like to present
Ellensburg
Event Website
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/source
Start Date
16-5-2021
End Date
22-5-2021
Keywords
Thermal conductivity, instrumentation, pulse decay method
Abstract
The thermal conductivity measuring device is used to measure thermal conductivity of solids, liquids, and food products. Thermal conductivity is a material property that determines the rate at which heat disperses through a material. This determines how well insulation works, what materials are used as heat sinks and refrigeration, and how thoroughly food is cooked. The device measures thermal conductivity by heating up a thermistor bead using a high voltage current for a set duration and allowing the given heat to disperse; meeting the goal of designing a device that can easily measure the conductivity. Additional requirements of this device include; weight, volume, test time, prep time, accuracy, and easily replaceable thermistors. Most importantly the device must measure with 95% accuracy. To accomplish these goals the measuring device utilizes DAQ NI modules and multiple electrical components to construct a successful instrumentation system. The circuitry is housed in 3D printed ABS plastic sized for handed held use. A puncturing piece made from stainless steel is used to puncture through food product. Methods used to create this device include 3D printing, circuitry construction, software construction, and machining. The thermal conductivity measuring device constructed exceeds all requirements and is a conventional method of measuring thermal conductivity.
Recommended Citation
Saalfeld, Kyle, "Thermal Conductivity Measuring Device" (2021). Symposium Of University Research and Creative Expression (SOURCE). 47.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/source/2021/CEPS/47
Department/Program
Engineering Technologies, Safety, and Construction
Additional Mentoring Department
https://cwu.studentopportunitycenter.com/thermal-conductivity-measuring-device/
Thermal Conductivity Measuring Device
Ellensburg
The thermal conductivity measuring device is used to measure thermal conductivity of solids, liquids, and food products. Thermal conductivity is a material property that determines the rate at which heat disperses through a material. This determines how well insulation works, what materials are used as heat sinks and refrigeration, and how thoroughly food is cooked. The device measures thermal conductivity by heating up a thermistor bead using a high voltage current for a set duration and allowing the given heat to disperse; meeting the goal of designing a device that can easily measure the conductivity. Additional requirements of this device include; weight, volume, test time, prep time, accuracy, and easily replaceable thermistors. Most importantly the device must measure with 95% accuracy. To accomplish these goals the measuring device utilizes DAQ NI modules and multiple electrical components to construct a successful instrumentation system. The circuitry is housed in 3D printed ABS plastic sized for handed held use. A puncturing piece made from stainless steel is used to puncture through food product. Methods used to create this device include 3D printing, circuitry construction, software construction, and machining. The thermal conductivity measuring device constructed exceeds all requirements and is a conventional method of measuring thermal conductivity.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/source/2021/CEPS/47
Faculty Mentor(s)
Jeunghwan Choi and Charles Pringle