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Rocket Engineering Practicum - Shuttle Valve Project
OVERVIEW
Designed a shuttle valve to meet strict performance requirements: neutral pressure of 700 psia, shuttle pressure of 900 ± 100 psia, and a target CdA range of 1×10⁻³ – 3×10⁻² in² using nitrogen as the working fluid. The objective was to create a functional, manufacturable valve concept through both analytical and computational methods.
HighlightS
- Performed hand calculations to size orifices and determine the correct CdA for each valve position.
- Modeled system pressures, poppet displacement, and mass flow rates in Python to verify shuttle behavior and flow characteristics.
- Selected O-rings and compression springs using performance data and manufacturer catalogs to satisfy sealing and cracking pressure requirements.
- Produced a detailed engineering drawing and bill of materials for a 316 SS design suitable for high-pressure applications.
SKILLS
Fluid dynamicsMechanical designComponent selectionCAD
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