Jacob Wall - Alternative Energy Engineer
| Tue, Sep 8 2009 02:25am PDT 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
 Cleantech 706 Posts |
Summary: Specializes in production and usage of biofuels. Research
and development of new energy technologies. BSME, Master's of
Science Bio & Ag Engineering (MS).
Jacob A. Wall
Phone: 208-596-0952 Education: Master of Science in Biological & Agricultural Engineering University of Idaho, Moscow, ID August 2009 Masters Thesis: Evaluation of Methods for the Purification of Biodiesel Thesis Advisor: Jon Van Gerpen GPA: 3.3 Bachelor of Science in Engineering Concentration: Mechanical Engineering Walla Walla University, College Place, WA June 2007 Certificates: Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Certificate GPA: 3.1 Relevant Coursework: Thermodynamics Instrumentation Internal Combustion Engine Design Combustion/Air Pollution Advanced CAD/MCAE Electromechanical Energy Conver. Heat Transfer Biofuels / Bioenergy Heating & Air Conditioning Design Computer Skills: AutoCAD, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Pro/Engineer, MatLab, Ansys, LabView, Computer Hardware, NASA CEA Equipment Skills Gas Chromatograph, Auto Titrator, Karl Fisher, Calorimeter, Cold/Pour Point apparatus, Sigma 24 position automatic water sampler, table saw, drill press, arc welder, Architectural Energy MicroDataLogger, Innovate LM1 Air/Fuel Ratio Logger, engine dynamometer, five gas emissions anaylyzer, Greddy Emanage fuel controller Experience University of Idaho – Biological & Agricultural Engineering Research Assistant: 8/2007 to 8/2009 * Designed experimental equipment and procedures for testing of biodiesel purification methods. * Analyzed experimental data for various biodiesel purification products to determine performance and cost effectiveness. * Supervised a student intern in the use and operation of lab equipment and the process of conducting experimental procedures. * Developed and delivered presentations of study results for clients and at technical conferences. * Operated equipment for producing biodiesel and was a lab assistant for two years during an annual two week biodiesel technology workshop. * Represented the U of I, BAE Department at the 2008 Ag Expo in Spokane, WA. * Gave presentation to high school students on the production of biodiesel at Upper Columbia Academy in Spangle, WA. Cascade Energy Engineering Engineering Intern: 11/2003 to 1/2007 * Entered and formatted refrigeration and compressed air systems data such as equipment set points into computer models to perform energy usage calculations. * Assisted engineers on energy studies of industrial facilities; participated in site visits to obtain information on baseline energy usage in order to make effective energy efficiency recommendations based on payback time vs. energy savings. * Communicated with equipment vendors to obtain energy usage data on refrigeration equipment School Projects: Master Thesis: Evaluation of Methods for the Purification of Biodiesel * Determined and measured the modes of operation of various products for removing impurities such as soap and glycerin from biodiesel. * Developed presentations detailing research results. * Published conference paper detailing research results for the 2008 ASABE annual meeting in Providence, Rhode Island Design/Research Paper: Effect of Hydrogen Enriched Hydrocarbon Combustion on Emissions and Performance * Authored journal review paper on the effect of hydrogen on hydrocarbon combustion emissions and performance. * Designed and built electrolysis units to produce hydrogen. * Modified Honda scooter engine to operate on hydrogen as standalone or supplemental fuel. * Developed YouTube website to document research (www.YouTube.com/jakerwall) * Gave presentation at the 2008 Alterative Energy and Wellness “Show ‘N Tell” Conference in Ruskin, FL. * Presented at the 2009 Alternative Energy Partnership “Show ‘N Tell” Conference in Waldorf, Md. Undergraduate Capstone Design Project: Cost analysis for Smith Chrome Plating * Collected data of the various costs required for operation including chrome plating bath concentrations, rectifier power draw and material deposited. * Used collected data to determine cost involved in the plant operation.
Moscow, ID
wallja@vandals.uidaho.edu
Interests: Batteries, Biomass, Biofuels, Combustion, Fuel Cells,
PhotoVoltaics, Solar Thermal, Wind Power, Hydro
Power
|
|
Viewing 1 - 1 of 1
This topic has been closed.
Please login or sign up to post on this network.
Click here to sign up.
