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Generater Experiment

In class we spent more time with robots. We experimented with generators this week, and found ways to generate electricity using flashlights. Each flashlight had a magnet inside it that could be moved up and down with a simple shake … Continue reading

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Hydrofracking

With the threat of global warming, there is now a constant search for efficient and natural forms of fossil fuels. Thanks to hydraulic fracturing (hydrofracking), there may be obtainable energy in the form of fossil fuels found in rocks. Hydrofracking … Continue reading

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Energy Experiment

I like science…but I never knew how much fun I could have in a science class until this semester. I mean common, we get to play with robots in class! Last week we explored the use of energy. The technology … Continue reading

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Better Gas Mileage

Right now, the average car goes 27 miles per gallon of gas. Gas prices are rising every week, and American’s wallets are certainly suffering because of it. Gas prices have shot up for a number of reasons. One being overpopulation. … Continue reading

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Robots!

This was my first week working with the robots. Since I was absent for the first class meeting, I missed building the robots and therefore could not contribute with the first blog about the experience. However, I learned a lot … Continue reading

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Demand Response

Electricity levels are at an all-time high, and the levels are getting higher and higher every year. Energy Information Administration estimates the electricity levels will go up 30% by 2030. You probably don’t realize just how much electricity you use … Continue reading

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Post #1

A little less than a year ago, the world witnessed the largest nuclear disaster in twenty-six years. The earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan had a devastating effect on the communities and families that were involved. However, I was completely … Continue reading

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Hello world!

Welcome to Blogs.cas.suffolk.edu. This is your first post. Edit or delete it under Manage>Posts or make a new one under Write>Posts then start blogging! Be sure to visit the Design tab to choose a new look for your blog as … Continue reading

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