b'An Analysis of the Falcon 9 and its Reusable Launch SystemNicholas J. WeaverSponsor: Dr. Barry Hojjatie, Department of PAGET, Engineering TechnologyThis project will give an in-depth presentation of Space Xs medium lift launch rocket, the Falcon 9 and its reusable launch system. The Falcon 9 is the first rocket ever designed to undergo the process of re-entering the atmosphere and landing vertically. Ensuring its re-usability for future rocket launches and allowing for space manufacturers such as, Space X, to save more their funding for other space-faring projects. This project will present a background of Space X and the Falcon 9. Information regarding the Falcon 9 and its capabilities including, the Reusable Launch System will be given as well. Data regarding the Falcon 9 such as, its Orbital Velocity and Initial Velocity at a certain distance of orbit will be given as a form of written calculations demonstrating the Falcon 9s amazing capabilities. Using Ni-Cd Batteries in the Auto IndustryJared C. WarmackSponsor: Dr. Barry Hojjatie, Department of PAGET, Engineering TechnologyFor decades Lead Acid batteries have been used in consumer and commercial vehicles as engine starter power sources, and backup power. Nickel-Cadmium technology offers longer life, fewer failure scenarios, better energy density, and better power to weight ratios than lead acid batteries, and with proper maintenance can last over 20 years. This project will consist of hypothesizing, designing, building, and testing a drop-in Ni-Cd battery for a Ram 2500 truck with a 6.7 liter Cummins engine. This proof of concept design will test the validity of Ni-Cd batteries in the heavy-duty truck and heavy-machinery market, comparing design chemistry, cost to market, maintenance, and battery lifetime.74'