Advanced Chemistry and Research

Research Proposal

A Research proposal is a planned statement or document that guides the over-all

research process. It is the framework of procedures associated with a given methodology.
Why is it important that you make a research proposal?

A research proposal provides a reason why the research is needed. It specifies the
process how the research will be carried out. It also states what data/information will be
collected and its application. If you are trying to make a study, you can make things more
organized and a lot easier for you and your groupmates if you start with a research proposal
which will be your guide along the way.

Who else needs a research proposal?

Aside from the researchers themselves as it guides them throughout the process, a
research proposal is also important to the respective department where the researchers
work; the ethical approval agencies to ensure that the research is ethically compliant;
funding agencies who finance research projects; and the respondents and related
institutions to provide them brief background, objective and implications of the research
being conducted.

Remember that you cannot propose something that you don’t know anything about.
You have to make sure that you have searched all possible sources, read available literature
and related studies so you can tell if you are making a good proposal.

Guidelines in Writing a Research Proposal

Now that you have learned what a research proposal is, the next thing you need to
know is to learn how you can write one effectively.

There are many approaches in writing a research proposal such as the TIMER
approach: (T-Title I-Introduction M-Methodology E-Expected outcomes R-References).
However, for contextualization, we will be discussing the approach which is being used in
submitting projects for local, regional, national and international science fairs.

Research proposal has these parts and should be written following these guidelines:

A. Title (a preliminary title should be well written, contains what to be used and for what
purpose – your variables)
 B. Rationale (a brief synopsis of the background that supports your research problem and
explains why the research is important including its
societal impact)
C. Research Questions (the specific problems your research aims to answer)
Hypotheses (the tentative answers to your research questions)
Engineering Goals (your research objectives)
Expected outcomes (your anticipated results)
D. Procedures (details all procedures and experimental design including methods for
data collection. Note that you should only describe your project and must not include the
work done by your mentor and others)
Risk and Safety (identifies potential risks and safety precautions needed in the conduct
of the research study)
E. Data Analysis (describes the procedure you will use to analyze the data/results)
F. Bibliography (lists major references e.g. science journal articles, books, internet sites
from your literature review)

GROUP ACTIVITY: Writing Your Research Proposal

Objective: Write a proposal of the chosen research topic following the discussed guidelines.
Materials: Final research topic, reference materials such as science journals, books and
internet sites

Directions:
1. Work with your groupmates through available communications and write your
proposal for the final research topic you agreed on.
2. Write your work in the Research Proposal Template.3. Write the complete name of the
member who spearheaded a particular part of the proposal. Ignore this part if you are under
the individual category.
4. Submission will be done in google form only.
5. THERE SHOULD ONLY BE ONE SUBMISSION PER UNIT (INDIVIDUAL, PAIR, OR TRIAD). If there
are more than one submission, deduction will be applied because that means you did not
communicate with your groupmates.

Name/s: Barbosa, Joshua D. Grade and Section: 10 - Newton

Joaquin, Mariz Danielle V.
Robles, Angelica G.

Research Proposal Template

Research Title Utilizing sound energy as an alternative energy source

Proponents Barbosa, Joshua D.
 Joaquin, Mariz Danielle V.
Robles, Angelica G.
Research Adviser Mrs. Rovie P. Labastida
A. Rationale Alternative energy sources have been long sought after due
Member’s Name: Robles, to the climate-rending effects of burning fossil fuels. Solar panels,
Angelica G. generators that utilize natural forces and nuclear power have been
in use as sources for electricity, but the issue of cost efficiency in
maintaining some of the sources and accessibility of every country
to the alternatives varies, falling back to the use of fossil fuels.
The concept of utilizing sound waves, a field that hasn't been
fully explored aside from entertainment and weaponry. Sound is
present everywhere, and the potential of making electricity out of it
opens a lot of possibilities of technology developing off the idea.
Areas with high levels of noise pollution will benefit most from
the research, as it has the ideal conditions for the purported device
to generate electricity. But the said benefit extends everywhere, as
the device will be created to operate and function consistently in
any environment.
B. Research Questions or Research Questions:
Hypotheses or  How will the device fend as an alternative renewable energy
Engineering Goals or source?
Expected Outcomes  How will the device help in cutting costs for renewable
Member’s Name: energy sources?
Barbosa, Joshua D.  How will the device fare in terms of efficiency in providing
sufficient power to busy areas?
Hypotheses:
 The device will be a good renewable energy source.
 The device will be a cost-efficient energy source.
 The device will not be able to provide enough power to
sustain the lifestyle in busy areas.
Engineering Goals:
 To determine if sound energy can be a viable source of
alternative energy.
 To fully explore sound energy’s potential as an energy source.
 To try to help in alleviating the issues surrounding an efficient
renewable energy source in certain areas.
Expected Outcomes:
 In complete honesty, the device is not expected to work as
wanted. Although, if it does, then a new innovation is born.
 The device will be mass-produced and busy cities might
transfer to this energy source in the future if successful.
 The device might fail and fall apart, resulting to the
 proponents finding the flaws in the design and resort to
redoing the device.
C. Procedures PHASE I: The Microphone
Member’s Name: Using a sharp cutter, cut out a circle from the aluminum foil.
Joaquin, Mariz Danielle V. This will serve as the diaphragm. For the coil, find a cylindrical
object a bit larger than the cylindrical magnet. This will make sure
the coil doesn't touch the magnet during assembly. Using the 0.3
mm copper wire, wrap it around the object tightly. The more times
it's wrapped around, the better, because this helps the sound
energy absorbed move. Assemble the parts together in a capsule
like container. Make sure the diaphragm isn't touching the coil and
the coil isn't touching the magnet. Afterwards, leave out the end of
the coil out. Connect this remaining coil wire to the input wires of
the transformer. Don't forget to cover with electrical tape to
prevent hazards.
PHASE II: The Breadboard
Connect the output wires of the transformer to the
breadboard. Make sure the charges are correct; Positive to
positive, negative to negative. Then, connect the jumper wires to
row 1, 2, 5, and 6. This will ensure the flow of electricity. Finally,
connect the LEDs to row 1 and 2 and connect the mini fans to row
5 and 6. If they're powered on, then the connection is a success.
Risk and Safety: Prevent short circuits by making sure none of the
wires are damaged. Cover exposed wires with electrical tape.
Keep your work area dry. Always wear safety rubber gloves and
safety goggles. Avoid lingering the test room during the high sound
experiment as it could potentially damage your ears.
Data Analysis:
Experiment #1: Checking the Voltage
The microphone will be connected to a multimeter. In a quiet
place, the microphone will be placed at the end of the room. The
experiment is divided into four groups: the control or complete
silence, low sound (30 dB), medium (60 dB), and high sound (80 dB).
Each group will be tested from half a meter away, a meter away,
and two meters away. This way, the difference in voltage by
distance and by decibels can be observed.
Experiment #2: Powering the LEDs and Mini Fans
The microphone will be connected to the breadboard. In an
ordinary room with the usual noise, the microphone will be in the
corner of the room. With this, it can be observed if regular noise will
be able to power up 1, 5, or 10 LEDs and 1, 2, or 4 mini fans.
D. Bibliography How to Build a DIY Dynamic Microphone With Some Wire and a
 Magnet. (2021, March 13). [Video]. YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94A7uzaGct8&t=754s
A Quick Guide to Microphones. (2016, December 9). [Video].
YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PE6Qn4ZiEyo
MUS 493 - Dynamic Microphone - Exploded View. (2012, October
29). [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSLz-
VNr4wc
E. (2020, June 1). Moving coil Microphone & Loud Speaker [Video].
YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y585z2XRFFs
Berklee College - Introduction to Music Production - Assignment 1:
How do microphones work? (2013, March �. [Video]. YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fqZYwhStcKI
What’s INSIDE a Dynamic Microphone? (Audio Technica M4000S
Breakdown). (2020, August 21). [Video]. YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJaYz4pN2jg
Understanding Mic Specifications - Part I - Operating Principle.
(2012, March 20). [Video]. YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mxp3eCCQyas
Denchak, M. (n.d.). Fossil Fuels: The Dirty Facts. NRDC. Retrieved
September 20, 2021, from https://www.nrdc.org/stories/fossil-
fuels-dirty-facts
National Research Council, National Academy of Engineering,
National Academy of Sciences, & Resources, A. E. F. P. O. E. F. R.
(2010). Electricity from Renewable Resources: Status, Prospects,
and Impediments (America’s Energy Future) (Illustrated ed.).
National Academies Press.
National Geographic Society. (2019, May 31). Hydroelectric Energy.
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/hydroelectr
ic-energy/#:%7E:text=Hydroelectric%20energy%2C%20also%20
called%20hydroelectric,used%20this%20force%20for%20millennia

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