Faculty Advisor
Blandino, John J.
Faculty Advisor
Olinger, David J.
Abstract
The current generation of MEMS valves does not meet the leak rate requirements necessary for use aboard spacecraft. Developing effective methods for performing measurements on valves of this scale have also proven difficult. In conjunction with NASA Goddard Spaceflight Center, new test equipment was developed to accurately measure leak rates for prototype valve seat and boss interfaces. The new equipment addresses previous problems with sealing and uneven loading, providing a tool usable to develop components that will meet desired leak rates.
Publisher
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Date Accepted
January 2006
Major
Aerospace Engineering
Major
Mechanical Engineering
Project Type
Major Qualifying Project
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Advisor Department
Mechanical Engineering
Advisor Program
Mechanical Engineering