2023 Engineering Design Conference - Woodward Inc. Team 23

Team 23: Woodward Inc. - Project: Rebuilding a Nozzle Flow Stand

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Team Members

Michael Jenks

Danielle Jozefczyk

Christopher Kyser

Ryan Lenoir

Andrew Thompson

Faculty Advisors

Dr. Shabbir Choudhuri

Dr. Chris Pung

Abstract

Our engineering senior project involved the redesign of a machine used for assessing the quality of fuel injection nozzles in aircraft. The machine functions by generating fluid circulation through the nozzle and conducting tests on key parameters, including temperature, pressure, and flow rate of the test fluid. Our primary objectives encompassed integrating a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and HMI (Human Machine Interface), enhancing safety and reliability during the testing process, and optimizing the machine's footprint for improved maintenance convenience.

Woodward Inc.

Woodward is an independent designer, manufacturer and service provider of energy control and optimization solutions for aerospace and industrial markets. For 150 years, Woodward has focused its resources and expertise on delivering proven systems that perform under incredible demands. Our customers have come to rely on us to help them address and solve the challenges associated with global efficiency initiatives – from reducing emissions, to increasing energy efficiency, to helping them introduce alternative energy sources.

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Woodward team 23

Project Overview

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