Ultra-low Ammonia Latex for PARA-AC Products to be Used in Road Construction Background The application of concentrated latex used in making PARA-AC products (Asphalt Cement Modified by Natural Rubber) at 140-160 °C causes detrimental effects to health and environment by the emission of ammonia vapor. The coagulation of concentrated latex also clogs up the pipeline. […]
Robotic System for Automatic Weld Overlay Cladding Application Background Traditionally, the maintenance of deteriorated power plant parts depends on the skill of cladding welders; however, the highly-trained welders are critically scarce in the current labor force. Furthermore, the maintenance welding process is typically labor-intensive and time-consuming. The work quality based on human workers could be […]
Beach Chair Positioners for Shoulder Arthroscopy Background In general, laparoscopic surgery performed in the supine position requires 6 medical personnel to support and adjust the positions of the patient during the operation. Goal To develop positioning device for arthroscopic shoulder surgery in the beach chair position. The benefits of the device are proved to be […]
Development on the Prototyping Process of Conversion of Aluminum Dross Background Aluminum casting industry use fluxes to clean the molten aluminum. After this process, the hot dross is skimmed off inside the furnaces. The salt slag is formed during aluminum extraction in the hot dross. The factories typically disposed of the salt slag to the […]
Battery Packs for Applications in Military Security Background Military equipment uses battery to generate power. After a long-term use, the battery might be damaged and difficult to procure. The replacement cost of the battery is also very expensive. Goal To develop battery packs with following qualifications: – Used as a substitute for original battery – […]
