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BOM Link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1IQ7I6714we_0z1kvKufeshZCaSGUqtgzv7Eb5uFJtvI/edit?usp=sharing

ZOHO Link: https://projects.zoho.com/portal/teambass#todomilestones/730621000000014017

Problem Tracking Link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1R9Onw8jHptz5WN1b4Pv4O8D_dh4ah_shE_vfN69mhXM/edit?usp=sharing

Assembly Process/Manual Document: https://docs.google.com/a/g.rit.edu/document/d/1bb7cfMO_cCfHnkJBK12HEO3zYRAZ6eCah5MvjUC6Bkw/edit?usp=sharing

Final Presentation Link:

https://docs.google.com/a/g.rit.edu/presentation/d/10_MUukkFxecFn1_5nkhJw_vGsQesU2jln_b7tXeK74U/edit?usp=sharing

Tech Paper (still to be updated before Journal Submission):

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2KCLdt19rHmdU1qbDhkWDJGUWs/view?usp=sharing

Poster

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2KCLdt19rHmTm1NVnhYYkxoMmM/view?usp=sharing

Project Summary

Project Information

Currently, the understanding of fluid flow during suction feeding inside the mouths of fish is relatively nonexistent. Up to this point in time, there has only been one test rig employed to collect data on this subject (using Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) technology to observe fluid flow outside of fish). The goal of this project is to design and build a test rig that utilizes both PIV and Doppler Ultrasound (DUS) technologies; the device will have the ability to output streamlines of fluid flow in and around the mouth of a largemouth bass, as well as capture live video/images of how this unique method occurs. To do this, the two selected technologies must work synchronously both as data acquisition tools and as verification checks on one another. The resulting design and prototype will adhere to safety and size constraints while including all specialized concepts required for specific research. The data collected by this test rig will be of key importance in fully understanding the entire physics behind suction feeding in fish. Project Readiness Package.

Project Name Largemouth Bass Dual-Capture Flow Visualization Test Rig Project Number P15362 Project Family Systems and Controls Start Term 2014 End Term 2015 Faculty Guide Gerald Garavuso, gxgddm@rit.edu Primary Customer Dr. Steven W. Day Secondary Customer Allan Andranikian (ME) Sponsor (financial support) Dr. Steven W. Day, swdeme@rit.edu

Problem Background

Suction Feeding is a method used by teleost fish to force food and water in their mouths. To do this, the fish must create a pressure drop between the inside of the mouth and the outside water by expanding the buccal cavity prior to opening the mouth. This causes a fluid flow into the fish. Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) and Doppler Ultrasound technology are widely used to visualize flow of fluid internally and externally. PIV is most useful for external fluid flow since the internal fluid must be optically accessible. In the scenario when that is not the case, Doppler Ultrasound is used to see through various membranes to visualize internal fluid flow. The drawbacks of these technologies include inaccessibility to internal fluid for optimal visualization and inaccuracies in ultrasound equipment.

Team Members

Name	Role	Contact
David Sawyer Elliott	Mechanical Engineer	dse2737@rit.edu
Coty Winchell	Mechanical Engineer	crw4245@rit.edu
Sami Lottes	Electrical Engineer	srl8863@g.rit.edu
Michael Ballow	Mechanical Engineer	mwb1609@rit.edu
Sam Rondeau	Mechanical Engineer	sgr9226@rit.edu
Mike Brusehaber	Electrical Engineer	mxb3039@rit.edu

Table of Contents

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