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Duke Energy Energy-Related Research Grants in 2008-2009

Eight undergraduate students in MAE received Duke Energy Energy-Related Research Grants for the 2008-2009 academic year. These research grants, which are provided by Duke Energy, support MAE students in undergraduate research in the broad area of energy under the supervision of a faculty mentor. Each award consists of a $2,000 stipend and a $500 operating budget. The research is performed in the fall and spring semesters.

In 2008-2009, the 8 recipients of the award were:

Student Name  Title of Awarded Proposal
Michael Broad Enhanced performance dynamics for plug-in hybrid vehicles
Judy Brown

Design, processing, and characterization of composite metal foams for fuel cell membrane applications
Andrew Butler Camless variable value timing
Ashley Carter A novel burner design with controlled mixture stratification
Saleem Merkt Plug-in hybrid powertrain and electronic differential
Andrew Misenheimer

Efficient power generation through the injection of  hydrogen into E85 fuel
Craig Vroom The effect of an electrostatic field on the diesel injection process
Andrew White

Characteristics of vegetable oil-water emulsions properties as a fuel alternative  



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