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Perfecting the Brownie Pan Using Statistical Optimization Techniques

Friday, November 8, 2013: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Napoleon B3-C3 (Sheraton New Orleans Hotel)
Nicholas Cercone , Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Kelly Smith , Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Matthew Wozniak , Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
This poster presentation will demonstrate a statistical optimization approach to heat distribution and object packing by baking brownies. By choosing the perfect pan shape, it is possible to maximize the heating efficiency of the baking process and maximize the number of pans that can be placed in an oven.