Define A Problem
The main goal of the project is to see if the insulation we used was efficient. Another is to just get practice with thermodynamics as it is a hard subject. Get some experience using the logger pro program.
Generating Concepts
One of the ideal method of insulation is Polyurethane Spray Foam. I have heard of this before and have considered it if i was ever to build a home. Its affordable and is good for the environment. Another reason i would like that is because it has a very impressive R-Value. It can also be made out of soy or vegetable oil. Which makes it even better for the environment.
Develop A solution
Construct and Test prototype
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Evaluate Solution
The logger pro equipment, when we got it to start working, actually wasn't as bad as i suspected. It gave me what i needed and did its purpose, what more could i ask for. The thermodynamic topic, is probably one of the hardest topics i have ever had to cover on my years in high school. Its not fun. There are to many variables, actually made my eyes hurt. I really hope we don't need this in the future. My testing showed me that my foam, not ideal the one i had at home, really isn't that good. It is ok at best. The only mistakes i can think of is not bringing in a better material. The skills i have learned are being able to know what needs to go where in the calculations for the equations.
Present Solution
Conclusion
One of the main things i could have done is getting the foam to stay snug. It was kind just on top i probably should have added tape to each side so that not one side is sticking out. Also probably just getting something better than foam would have made it better. The data from other groups shows that my insulation was more efficient. I had the most heat contained and the more heat contained after cooling. I think their downfall was their insulation. Brooke and Josh just used a wood block. Dylan and Luke used several pieces of rug. The air pockets in the rugs let out heat and made their Temperature lower.