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PROJECT Study
PROJECT Study
A Project Study
Department of Engineering
In Partial Fulfillment
by:
CARLO P. AMISTAD
ARIEL R. ARCABADO
RYAN BARING
WILSON CAGAY
MARVIN CAÑETE
ROY CAYA
May 2020
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
This study would not have been possible without the guidance and help of several
individual who in one way or another contributed and extended their valuable assistance in the
First and foremost, their gratitude to Engr. Lino B. Delos Santos for the big support,
patience, understanding and expertise shared all throughout the writing of this study;
Engr. Robert G. Navarro, Jr., Chairman of the Thesis Committee, for the professional
scrutiny of this manuscript, and for his valuable suggestions and patience in giving corrections
for the improvement of this study. Other panel members, Engr. Ma. Jodelle C. Badilla and
Engr. Micheal V. Manila, for all the constructive criticisms and valuable suggestions;
Ormoc City Campus (EVSU-OCC), for the implementation of this curriculum and their
for making this possible by partially funding the project as one scholar of theirs is involved in
To their parents for undying love, care, moral and financial support as well as their
inspiration to overcome every problems that may hinder in the completion of the study.
Their classmates, friends and other persons who got involved for their constant support
and being always there ready to cheer them up in times of stress which helped greatly in the
Above all, to God for answering all their prayers, understanding, wisdom, unceasing
strengths and hope during the tiring moments of their lives until the completion of this work.
The Researchers
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ...................................................................................................iii
ABSTRACT ............................................................................................................................ 1
CHAPTER I
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................. 2
CHAPTER II
CHAPTER III
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CHAPTER IV
CHAPTER V
CHAPTER VI
CHAPTER VII
CHAPTER VIII
APPENDIX ............................................................................................................................ 32
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ABSTRACT
Mark Chris L. Abellana, Carlo P. Amistad, Ariel R. Arcabado, Ryan Baring, Harrem Paulter
H. Borja, Dexter Frank V. Calderon, Wilson Cagay, Marvin Cañete, Richard Catayoc Jr., Roy
Caya, “Design, Construction and Installation of Natural Draft Spray Filled Cooling
Tower in Eastern Visayas State University - Ormoc City Campus” (Eastern Visayas State
companies in order to cool down coolants coming from the large scale engine or equipment
essential for the company processes and operation. It is also one essential knowledge a
Mechanical Engineer should have. In this study, utilization of bamboo tubes which is abundant
in the locals and is also known as the fastest growing type of grass in the world; is observed in
the creation of the natural draft spray filled cooling tower, which is a type of cooling tower
which uses the natural atmospheric qualities in cooling. Thus this study is created and
fabricate a model suited, research and calculations were done. During evaluation and testing,
it was shown that the designed project was able to accommodate and give an efficiency
performance rating of about 57% which is considered a passing performance rating in the field
of natural draft cooling towers’ actual operation. It was also observed that the design can last
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CHAPTER I
INTRODUCTION
21 yrs. Old
22 yrs. Old
OTHER MEMBERS:
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1.2. ASSIGNMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A. RESEARCH
TOPIC ASSIGNED
What is a cooling tower and what are it’s type? Dexter Frank Calderon
Natural Draft Spray Field Cooling Tower Principle and its Mark Chris Abellana
Operations
Essential Parts of a Natural Draft Spray Field Cooling Tower Harrem Paulter Borja
Impacts of using Natural Draft Spray Field Cooling Tower to Roy Caya
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B. DESIGN AND FABRICATION
(Note: Names indicated are leaders which means all members are required to participate if possible)
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1.3. REALIZATION OF THE PROBLEM
Our project cooling tower is a natural draft spray field cooling tower, which
means it is a very good choice for educational purposes and even mechanical process
our school has to offer. It was one major problem of the school to operate the Internal
Combustion Engine that our school has in disposal for educational purposes. It is
mainly because there is no guarantee that the engine could perform without the risk of
damaging the engine due to the lack or absence of a good cooling system. This is one
of the main reason why we propose in constructing a cooling tower as our project in
our subject “Project Study 1 and 2”. Second reason is that this will also benefit other
students in the future since cooling tower is also a part of the topics/knowledge a
will also introduce another opportunity for the school to be able to teach a whole new
range of knowledge such as new types of engines on actual practice because of the
this type of cooling tower especially in “Heating and Humidification Process” which is
literally used in the system. With this project, students in Eastern Visayas State
University – Ormoc City Campus will be more capable in actual practice than the
previous batch of graduates, thus fulfilling its mission to produce a more technical and
knowledgeable human resource in the Engineering field. Another reason that comes
into consideration is the abundant resources of local bamboo in the local barangay
which isn’t being used anymore towards its full potential, this projects aims to utilize
this abundant and cheap natural resource in creating an efficient and productive natural
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CHAPTER II
There are several factors that made the researchers push through with this design
namely:
1. Lack of a good cooling system for school and subject engine simulations
which leads lots of expensive equipment being stuck in the lab and unable to operate
properly.
Engineering Department
A cooling tower works by cooling the warm water from industrial equipment
commercial AC System or any other heat source enter the tower and spreads evenly at
the top. As the tower flows down the tower, the equipment spreads it over a large area
to increase its water-air contact, thus enhancing heat transfer by evaporation. Air
contact with the falling water is caused by the falling water’s force that creates a
directed flow from the atmospheric air. This atmospheric air is the one responsible and
capable of cooling the high temperature water all throughout the process.
During operation, water vapor which is produced is released and joins the flow
of atmospheric air thus slowly reducing the circulating volume of water. These released
water vapors are slowly replaced by the make-up water from the water tank.
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Modifications
There are several modifications that we include with our design and thus
1. Bamboo tubes as the pan or fill – Promotes the ease of maintenance and its
cooling
HIGH TEMP.
WATER
WATER BASIN
LOW TEMP. WATER PUMP LOW TEMP. WATER
MAKE-UP
WATER
MAKE-UP WATER
TANK
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CHAPTER III
“Design, Construction and Installation of Natural Draft Spray Field Cooling Tower in
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3.2. FLOW CHART OF ITS PROCESS
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3.3. DESIGN OBJECTIVES
To the researchers:
To the school:
o To be able to construct a natural draft spray field cooling tower which can
Ormoc City Campus in terms of the cooling tower operation and even heat
practice/operation.
system to operate.
o To be able to construct a natural draft spray field cooling tower which utilizes
the abundant nature friendly materials in the locals and slightly increase (if
desired and possible) the volume of precipitation in the area for the farmers to
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3.4 CONCEPT DESIGN SYNOPSIS AND ITS OPERATIONS
This project will greatly help the school to operate large scale engine testing and
simulations for academic purposes, not only the engine can be studied but also the
project can showcase a lot of engineering lessons especially in air conditioning which
much more precise in their career. Of course this project also contributes in utilization
of the abundant resources present in the local barangay which is the bamboo. During
operations, one can literally see how the operation of cooling tower is done unlike the
other types of cooling tower which is enclosed and is hard to maintain if there are any
The project covers such simple operations which starts with by simply
connecting pipes and then allowing it the device to run itself. It also promotes the
air washing process at which heat exchange is observed and can be thoroughly
A. STRUCTURALS
Steel Tower – the tower structure is to be cooled with two or three coats
which doesn’t allow water to seep in to avoid leakage and any further
water losses.
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Bamboo Tube Pan – made of bamboo tubes that receives the water and
passes it down to the lower level. It also allows air to pass through it
Water Line – a series of pipes which provides a path for the fluid to flow
the outlet pipe so that no back flow and debris will not enter the machine
water in case of any leaks in the system. This is also used to refill the
B. Power Transmissions
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3.6. PROJECT DESIGN DISCUSSIONS AND CALCULATIONS
AIRCONDITIONING
𝐸𝑖𝑛 = 𝐸𝑜𝑢𝑡
𝑚𝑖𝑛 = 𝑚𝑜𝑢𝑡
Since in each level there is a heat exchange happening we should take time of solving
the change in temperature of each level. To do this, one should start calculating the total
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𝑉𝑇 = 𝐿 × 𝑊 × 𝐻
= 𝟏. 𝟎𝟏𝟒 𝒎𝟑
In this way we will know how much air is available and is able to absorb heat energy
from the falling water. However, this volume of air cannot be fully in direct contact with the
water but only a portion of this volume will be. Thus, we will assume that only 20% of it is in
𝑉𝑐 = 𝑉𝑇 × 0.1
= 1.014 𝑚3 × 0.2
= 𝟎. 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟖 𝒎𝟑
This volume in contact and being used by water to transfer its heat energy making the
air being pushed down and escape from the system as it hits the bamboo tubes in every
second.
𝑉𝑐
𝑄𝐴 =
𝑡
0.2028 𝑚3
=
1𝑠
𝟑
𝑸𝑨 = 𝟎. 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟖 𝒎 ⁄𝒔
With this, we obtain the volume flow rate of air leaving the system. Since fluids tend
to occupy empty spaces which causes atmospheric air to enter the system to replace the
volume of air leaving the system. Which lets us conclude that the amount of air leaving is the
𝑸𝑨 = 𝑸𝑨𝒐𝒖𝒕 = 𝑸𝑨𝒊𝒏
Then using the Ideal Gas Law, we can obtain mass flow rate of air, 𝑚𝑎
𝑃𝑉 = 𝑚𝑎 𝑅𝑇
𝑃𝑉
𝑚𝑎 =
𝑅𝑇
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3
(101.325 𝑘𝑃𝑎) (0.2028 𝑚 ⁄𝑠) (60 𝑠⁄𝑚𝑖𝑛)
𝑚𝑎 =
𝑘𝐽
(0.287 ⁄𝑘𝑔 𝐾) (28℃ + 273)
𝒌𝒈⁄
𝒎𝒂 = 𝟏𝟒. 𝟐𝟕𝟐𝟏 𝒎𝒊𝒏
AVAILABLE PARAMETERS
This temperature is the amount of heat emitted by the equipment’s moving parts and
𝒕𝟑 = 𝟒𝟎℃
This volume is identified or based on the pump capacity as stated in the pump’s
specifications.
1𝑚3
𝑄𝑤 = 8 𝑔𝑝𝑚 (3.79 𝐿⁄𝑔𝑎𝑙 ) ( )
1000𝐿
𝟑
𝑸𝒘 = 𝟎. 𝟎𝟑𝟎𝟑𝟐 𝒎 ⁄𝒎𝒊𝒏
After taking necessary convertions, we can now easily compute for the mass flow
rate, 𝒎𝒘 which is obtained by multiplying the volume flow rate to the density of the
𝑘𝑔⁄
substance in which this case is water having a density of 992.2 𝑚3 at 40℃
𝑚𝑤 = 𝑄𝑤 𝜌𝑤
3 𝑘𝑔
𝑚𝑤 = (0.03032 𝑚 ⁄𝑚𝑖𝑛 ) (992.2 ⁄ 3 )
𝑚
𝒌𝒈⁄
𝒎𝒘 = 𝟑𝟎. 𝟎𝟖 𝒎𝒊𝒏
The temperature of air obtained after it comes into contact with the falling water.
𝒕𝟐 = 𝟑𝟐℃
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Due to its contact with the falling water, some of water vapor leaves with the air thus
increasing the moisture content to 90% to 95%, but in this study we will use;
𝑹𝑯𝟐 = 𝟗𝟎%
Atmospheric Conditions
In this study we are using the average temp. of Brgy. Luna, Ormoc City at which the
𝑫𝑩𝟏 = 𝟐𝟖℃
𝑾𝑩𝟏 = 𝟐𝟔℃
With these data, we can now obtain the enthalpies essential for the calculation of the
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ℎ2 = ℎ @ 35℃, 90% 𝑅𝐻
𝒌𝑱
𝒉𝟐 = 𝟏𝟎𝟒 ⁄𝒌𝒈
𝒌𝑱
𝒉𝟏 = 𝟖𝟎. 𝟓 ⁄𝒌𝒈
Hot Water
m3, h3
Atmospheric Air m 1, h1
COOLING Wet Air m2, h2
TOWER
Cold Water
m4 , h 4
ℎ1 𝑚1 + ℎ3 𝑚3 = ℎ2 𝑚2 + ℎ4 𝑚4
With the system having no make-up water since evaporation losses are negligible,
consider noting;
𝑚1 = 𝑚2 = 𝑚𝑎
𝑚3 = 𝑚4 = 𝑚𝑤
𝑚𝑤 (ℎ3 − ℎ4 ) = 𝑚𝑎 (ℎ2 − ℎ1 )
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Then substitute all the available parameters,
𝑘𝑔⁄ 𝑘𝐽 𝑘𝑔 𝑘𝐽 𝑘𝐽
(30.08 𝑚𝑖𝑛 ) (4.187 ⁄𝑘𝑔℃) (40℃ − 𝑡4 ) = (14.2721 ⁄𝑚𝑖𝑛) (104 ⁄𝑘𝑔 − 80.5 ⁄𝑘𝑔 )
𝒕𝟒 = 𝟑𝟕. 𝟑𝟑𝟕𝟎℃
The water that has reached the bamboo tubes of the top level enters the same conditions
in the middle level or second level. So we can substitute 𝑡3 in equation 1with 𝑡4 , and 𝑡4 in
equation 1 with 𝑡5 .
𝑘𝑔⁄ 𝑘𝐽 𝑘𝑔 𝑘𝐽 𝑘𝐽
(30.08 𝑚𝑖𝑛) (4.187 ⁄𝑘𝑔℃) (37.3370℃ − 𝑡5 ) = (14.2721 ⁄𝑚𝑖𝑛) (104 ⁄𝑘𝑔 − 80.5 ⁄𝑘𝑔)
𝒕𝟓 = 𝟑𝟒. 𝟔𝟕𝟒℃
Then do the same level for the bottom level or the third level.
𝑘𝑔⁄ 𝑘𝐽 𝑘𝑔 𝑘𝐽 𝑘𝐽
(30.08 𝑚𝑖𝑛) (4.187 ⁄𝑘𝑔℃) (34.674℃ − 𝑡6 ) = (14.2721 ⁄𝑚𝑖𝑛) (104 ⁄𝑘𝑔 − 80.5 ⁄𝑘𝑔)
𝒕𝟔 = 𝟑𝟐. 𝟎𝟏𝟏℃
The final temperature 𝑡6 is the temperature of the water as it reaches and is stored at
Now that we have enough parameters and values we can now calculate the efficiency
of the cooling tower. Knowing that in calculating the efficiency of any equipment or machine
is calculated by,
𝐴𝑐𝑡𝑢𝑎𝑙
𝐸𝑓𝑓𝑖𝑐𝑖𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑦 = × 100%
𝑇ℎ𝑒𝑜𝑟𝑦
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In our cooling tower, the one that we are calculating is the range that the temperature
of water has decreased during the whole process which is called the cooling range.
𝑡3 − 𝑡6
𝐸𝑓𝑓𝑖𝑐𝑖𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑦 = × 100%
𝑡3 − 𝑡𝑤𝑏1
40℃ − 32.011℃
𝐸𝑓𝑓𝑖𝑐𝑖𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑦 = × 100%
40℃ − 26℃
In order to ensure this efficiency to be clear and visible in the system, we need to
make sure our nozzle can accommodate the amount of hot water it receives to distribute it to
the system without excessive water velocity so heat exchange can be fully utilized and also in
order to avoid possible spillage of water when it reaches the bamboo pan.
In other words, we need to make sure that the volume flow rate is below the nozzle’s
capacity to distribute water in the system. In order for this to work, we need to calculate the
nozzle’s volume flow rate itself in order to compare it to the water pump’s capacity.
First, we need to calculate the volume of each pipe we will use as nozzle. We can
obtain this by multiplying the area of the pipe (𝐴𝑝 ) and its length(𝐿𝑝 ).
= 𝜋𝑟 2 𝐿𝑝
2
0.0254 𝑚
= 𝜋 ((0.375 𝑖𝑛) ( )) (1 𝑚)
1 𝑖𝑛
𝑽𝒑𝒊𝒑𝒆 = 𝟎. 𝟎𝟎𝟎𝟐𝟖𝟓 𝒎𝟑
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This volume of pipe will serve as the maximum capacity of each pipe in an instance or in
every second the moment it is fully filled. So we can now infer that,
𝑉𝑝𝑖𝑝𝑒
𝑄𝑝𝑖𝑝𝑒 =
𝑡
0.000285 𝑚3
𝑄𝑝𝑖𝑝𝑒 =
1𝑠
𝟑
𝑸𝒑𝒊𝒑𝒆 = 𝟎. 𝟎𝟎𝟎𝟐𝟖𝟓 𝒎 ⁄𝒔
Meanwhile, in our built nozzle, we utilize four parallel pipes connected to each
other by two pipes on the opposite ends. We can now calculate the total capacity of the
nozzle by multiplying the volume of pipe by how many pipes are used as the nozzle, 𝑛𝑝 .
𝑄𝑝𝑡𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 = 𝑛𝑝 (𝑄𝑝𝑖𝑝𝑒 )
3
= 4 (0.000285 𝑚 ⁄𝑠 )
𝟑
𝑸𝒑𝒕𝒐𝒕𝒂𝒍 = 𝟎. 𝟎𝟎𝟏𝟏𝟒 𝒎 ⁄𝒔
Now that we have the total capacity of our nozzle, we will now check of how
much of the pipe is filled with the given volume flow rate of the pump, 𝑄𝑤 .
𝑄𝑤 = (𝑃𝑒𝑟𝑐𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑔𝑒 𝑓𝑖𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑑)𝑄𝑝𝑡𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙
𝑄𝑤
𝑃𝑒𝑟𝑐𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑔𝑒 𝑓𝑖𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑑 =
𝑄𝑝𝑡𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙
3 1 𝑚𝑖𝑛
0.03032 𝑚 ⁄𝑚𝑖𝑛 ( )
60 𝑠
𝑃𝑒𝑟𝑐𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑔𝑒 𝑓𝑖𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑑 = 3
0.00114 𝑚 ⁄𝑠
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We can now also calculate for the essential parts of the nozzle such as the radius of its
holes (𝑟ℎ ) where water leaves the pipes, and the number of holes (𝑛ℎ ) that each pipe should
have.
𝑄𝑤 = 𝑛ℎ (𝑄ℎ )
4
(0.443)0.000285 𝑚3 = 𝑛ℎ ( 𝜋𝑟ℎ 3 )
3
𝟎. 𝟎𝟎𝟎𝟏𝟐𝟔 𝒎𝟑
𝒏𝒉 = 𝟒
(Equation 2)
( 𝝅𝒓𝒉 𝟑 )
𝟑
We should also consider of the placements of each holes in the pipe. In the nozzle,
we have three sets of holes placed in line (𝑛𝑙 ). Thus each hole should at least have a
distance between (𝑥ℎ ) for about half an inch. We can now form the equation by analyzing
the holes’ pattern. Which the total length of the holes in a pipe should be equal to the sum
of all the diameters of the hole and the distances between each of them. And since there
is one distance between two holes and another to the next hole, we can now arrive with
this equation;
(𝑛𝑙 ) 𝐿𝑝 = 𝑑ℎ ( 𝑛ℎ ) + 𝑥ℎ (𝑛ℎ − 1)
(𝑛𝑙 ) 𝐿𝑝 = (2𝑟ℎ )( 𝑛ℎ ) + 𝑥ℎ ( 𝑛ℎ − 1)
1 1𝑚
(3)1 𝑚 = (2𝑟ℎ )( 𝑛ℎ ) + ( 𝑖𝑛) ( ) (𝑛 − 1)
2 254 𝑖𝑛
1 1
3 𝑚 = (2𝑟ℎ )( 𝑛ℎ ) + 𝑛ℎ −
508 508
1 1
3+ = (2𝑟ℎ )( 𝑛ℎ ) + 𝑛
508 508 ℎ
1525 1
= 𝑛ℎ (2𝑟ℎ + )
508 508
𝟏𝟓𝟐𝟓
( )
𝟓𝟎𝟖
𝒏𝒉 = 𝟏 (Equation 3)
(𝟐𝒓𝒉 + )
𝟓𝟎𝟖
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After we arrived into two equations for the number of holes in each pipe, we can
now equate the two with one another and be able to obtain the size of the hole.
1525
0.000126 ( )
508
4
= 1
( 𝜋𝑟ℎ 3 ) (2𝑟ℎ + )
3 508
𝒓𝒉 = 𝟎. 𝟎𝟎𝟒𝟗 𝒎 𝒐𝒓 𝟒. 𝟗 𝒎𝒎
Now that we have the size of the holes, we can now substitute the radius to any
of the two equation we used to solve it in order for us to obtain the number of holes in
each pipe.
0.000126
𝑛ℎ = 4
( 𝜋𝑟ℎ 3 )
3
0.000126 𝑚3
𝑛ℎ = 4
( 𝜋(0.0049 𝑚)3 )
3
𝒏𝒉 = 𝟐𝟓𝟓 𝒉𝒐𝒍𝒆𝒔
Now we have the exact number of holes needed in order for us to fabricate the
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3.7 DESIGN AND MATERIALS SPECIFICATIONS
Metal Pipes
TOWER 1
1 inch and ½ inch Diameter
Concrete Cement
WATER BASIN 1
V = 4 cubic meters or 4000 L
V = 295 L
MAKE-UP WATER TANK 1
Blue Polyvinyl Chloride Plastic
Bamboo Tubes
BAMBOO PAN 3
1 inch Diameter
PUMP HOUSE
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3.8 TIMETABLE OF THE STUDY
MONTH
ACTIVITY
Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb March Apr May
Proposal of Concept
Design
Engineering Technical
Report
Materials Selection
Purchasing of Materials
Design Fabrication
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CHAPTER IV
The designed and installed Natural Draft Spray Field Cooling Tower is operated by:
1. First before operation, check all the systems if there are no irregularities
(leaves covering the gates and filters, torn down wirings etc.)
2. Then plug-in or connect the input and output pipes to the device/engine.
AFTER OPERATION
6. Check the device for any irregularities and finally clean the workplace.
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4.2 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND ROUTINES
DURING OPERATIONS
1. Always check the water quality of the water in the water basin
1. Always check the condition of the pump before and after the standby period.
present
2. Carefully remove all of the plugs from the pumps, organize and keep it
1. Check the level and quality of the water present in the water basin and
2. Check pipes if there are foreign objects or living organism inside it.
3. Check the pumps together with an authorized person from the school.
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CHAPTER V
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Hex Nut Ordinary 5/16 0.75/piece 16 pcs. 12.00
The prices above are canvassed as the cheapest available in the local market and is
bought in individual and retailer’s prices and not factory nor distributor’s price. According to
the cost estimate analysis, without considering the travel expenses by the researchers is about
₱18,072.00.
Higher cost is observed in the materials used in the fabrication of the tower structure
(tower and the air guides) costing for more than 50% or half of the total project cost.
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CHAPTER VI
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
The construction of the proposed design of the natural draft spray field cooling tower
proposes no threat and is safe towards the community in terms of its impact to the
atmosphere. However biological growth (mosquito’s eggs which may cause the increase in
maintenance such as system water replacement and etc. It can also be monitored easily so the
problem poses no threat. Physical hazards may be seen (possible debris and falling parts) but
can be prevented by periodic maintenance and warnings signage’s present in the vicinity of
the project device/structure, location of the structure also poses lesser risk for civilians since
Upon the construction of the project, the utilization of bamboo tubes as one of the
main components of the cooling tower means no harm to the environment since it is purely
organic and can be easily reproduced or found in the locals and is highly accessible. The
vapors coming out from the structure may increase the humidity of the atmosphere in the
area, but still does not pose a huge threat because of the topographic condition of the area
which neutralize its effect to the environment. However if it was able to increase the rate of
precipitation in the area, it will even be better for the benefits of the farmers near the vicinity
because of the presence of their crops which is in need of huge water supply at which
OBSERVATIONS
It was observed that the designed project was able to accommodate and give an
efficiency performance rating of about 57% which is considered a passing performance rating
in the field of natural draft cooling towers’ actual operation. It was also observed that the design
can last long and can be considered heavy duty in terms of sturdiness.
COMMENTS
In terms of space that is needed for the installation of the natural draft spray filled
cooling tower and once installed is now set as permanent which cannot be moved from one
place to another. If ever, it is required to be moved, another water basin should be constructed.
The current set-up also showcases its max potential of showing the bare process of what
a cooling tower does and also showcases other engineering ideas such as pumps and air
conditioning process.
RECOMMENDATIONS
It is recommended that the future researchers should consider using PVC pipes as a
main component for the tower structure filled with pottery clay to reinforce strength. This
modification of the tower will promote lower construction costs and also prevent future
possible corrosion in the system which may pose threat to the end user’s machine or equipment.
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CHAPTER VIII
APPENDICES
Hot Water
m3, h3
COOLING
Atmospheric Air m1, h1 Wet Air m2, h2
TOWER
Cold Water
m4, h4
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DESIGN DIMENSIONS
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8.2 TECHNICAL REFERENCES
https://www.ashrae.org/File%20Library/Technical%20Resources/Bookstore/UP3/SI-1.pdf
[2] B.R. Munson, D.F. Young and T.H. Okiishi (2012), Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics
Fourth Edition. Phoenix Color Inc., Page 828 (Table B.2 Physical Properties of Water in SI)
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[3] A. Bhatia, B.E. (2012), Cooling Water Systems – An Overview of Cooling Towers, PDH
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8.3 PROTOTYPE MAKING PROCESS
Fig. 8.3.1. Site Clearing for the Water Basin Renovation and Further Construction
Fig. 8.3.2. (Right Image) and Fig 8.3.3. (Left Image) Water Basin Construction
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Fig. 8.3.4. (Right Image) and Fig 8.3.5. (Left Image) Tower Structural First and Second Coating
Fig. 8.3.6. (Right Image) and Fig 8.3.7. (Left Image) Tower Structural Footing Construction
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Fig. 8.3.8. (Right Image) and Fig 8.3.9. (Left Image) Overtime Construction Group Photo
Fig. 8.3.11. (Right Image) and Fig 8.3.12. (Left Image) Water Basin Concrete Finishing
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Fig. 8.3.13. Water Basin White Primer Coating
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8.4. CURRICULUM VITAE
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Nickname: Mark
Citizenship: Filipino
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PERSONAL INFORMATION
Nickname: Caloy
Citizenship: Filipino
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PERSONAL INFORMATION
Nickname: Ayi
Citizenship: Filipino
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PERSONAL INFORMATION
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PERSONAL INFORMATION
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Citizenship: Filipino
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PERSONAL INFORMATION
Nickname: Doy
Citizenship: Filipino
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PERSONAL INFORMATION
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Citizenship: Filipino
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PERSONAL INFORMATION
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Citizenship: Filipino
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PERSONAL INFORMATION
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Citizenship: Filipino
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PERSONAL INFORMATION
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Citizenship: Filipino
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
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