| Plant
and Description of Work
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New
York Power Authority, Robert Moses Station, Units 10 &13
(Sep 1998 - Dec 1998)
Troubleshoot and realign voltage regulator to solve instability and
synchronizing problems. |
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Abitibi
Price, Grand Falls Power Station, Unit 5 (Aug 1998 - Dec 1998)
Horizontal machine train stationary and rotational realignment. |
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New
York Power Authority, Robert Moses Station, Unit 6
(Jun 1998 - Oct 1998)
Failure Analysis and Safety Investigation to identify and remedy source
of a potentially
life threatening electrical equipment fire. |
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Miede
& Sexton (Jun 1998 - Jul 1998)
Forensic analysis of failed marine propulsion gear. Results of analysis
used in legal proceedings. |
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Electronics
Manufacturer (Apr 1998 - Sep 1998)
Tribological and chemical studies to diagnose and resolve material
compatibility issues. |
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Electronics
Manufacturer (Apr 1998 - Sep 1998)
Forensic studies and reports to evaluate and diagnose ball bearing
failures. |
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Electronics
Manufacturer (Apr 1998 - Sep 1998)
Design and build test instrumentation to measure in situ loads on
miniature bearings in their assembly. Modify machinery design to reduce
bearing loads |
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Algonquin
Power, Campbellford Power Station, Units 1 & 2
(Apr 1998 - May 1999)
Diagnose gear tooth failures and gearbox condition. Review and recommend
repairs and improvements to gearbox filtration. |
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Great
Lakes Power, Andrews Generating Station, Unit N2
(Oct 1997 - Nov 1997)
Align and balance Unit. Design changes to thrust runner to improve
lift oil system performance |
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Manitoba
Hydro, Grand Rapids, Units 1 thru 3 (Aug 1997 - Feb 1998)
Tribological and forensic studies to diagnose root cause of oscillating
bushing wear and failures. Redesign bushing oil grooves and feed to
maximize lubricant effectiveness and flushing capability. Investigate
thrust loading and turbine blade mechanism design capability. Lubrication
research to determine optimum lubricant for application. |
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