Week 6

Team 4 – Linkabit Noise Reduction

Week 6 Status Update

Overview of Status of Analysis, Design, Fabrication, Tests, etc.

• Testing

Accomplishments from Previous Week

• Started turbine successfully

Goals for Next Week (list names after each item). Use specific and measurable objectives.

• • Noise mapping

  • Fabricate body for bulk flow

  • Begin fabrication of prototypes (chevrons, diffuser)

  • Order pressure sensors

Sponsor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments

• Meeting with sponsor today

Instructor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments

• Comment: Try to start the turbine safely (2/6)

• Action: Successfully started turbine

Risks and Areas of Concern

• Turbine operation

• Breakout noise

• Cycle fatigue (fatigue life) – low risk

• Back pressure limitations

Schedule

• Determine noise signature ASAP (this week)

  • Fabricate and test prototypes (by next week)

Budget (list amount spent and amount remaining)

• $3521 Remaining