Date of Last Revision
2023-05-02 14:15:09
Major
Civil Engineering - Cooperative Education
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2015
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to analyze the effectiveness of ultrasonic technology to manage algal blooms in Lake Rockwell. Lake Rockwell is the drinking water source for the city of Akron, OH and the surrounding areas. One of the main issues facing the City of Akron Water Treatment Plant is cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae. Cyanobacteria releases toxins, which makes conventional water treatment processes more difficult. Our proposed solution to manage algal blooms in Lake Rockwell is ultrasonic technology. This system emits vibrations that destroy the algal cells and prevent new blooms from forming. Our plan involves three master buoys and ten slave buoys which are placed strategically throughout the lake to destroy the algae and also relay water quality information. This report also includes a cost analysis for the implementation of an ultrasonic system.
Research Sponsor
Dr. Christopher Miller
First Reader
Dr. Stephen Duirk
Second Reader
Dr. Lan Zhang
Recommended Citation
Kaser, Mackenzie and Perdue, Andrew, "Utilizing Ultrasonic Technology to Manage Algal Blooms in Lake Rockwell" (2015). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 68.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/68