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  • Prototyping of Thermoelectric Energy Harvesting Circuitry for IoT Devices

    Creator:
    Webb, Derek
    Abstract:
    Due to the advancement of incredibly low power microcontrollers and small form factor integrated circuits, energy harvesting can be considered as an alternative, low power source for remote ocean sensing and measurements. To demonstrate the effectiveness of harvesting thermoelectric energy contained in the temperature differential between ocean surface water and...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    - terials, both doped with N-type and P-type charge carriers. These materials are geometrically positioned

  • Design, Layout, and Testing of a Printed Circuit Board for Cyclic Voltammetry

    Creator:
    Harper, Karen
    Abstract:
    This project concerns the design, layout, assembly, debugging, and testing of a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) that autonomously, reliably, and effectively conducts Cyclic Voltammetry (CV) measurements. CV is an electrochemical procedure done to analyze, quantize, and visualize reversible reduction-oxidation reactions, often used in medical devices to monitor the levels of...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    Board for Cyclic Voltammetry Abstract approved: Matthew Johnston This project concerns the design

  • Characterization of Mitochondrial Metabolism in L6 Rat Myoblasts

    Creator:
    Burney, Emily R.
    Abstract:
    The prevalence of obesity is increasing worldwide, causing a subsequent increase in insulin resistance (IR), metabolic disorders, and cardiovascular diseases. Although these conditions significantly impact both the individual and society, their etiologies have not been discovered, inhibiting potential prevention and treatment. Alterations to mitochondrial metabolism are implicated in the development...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    :_____________________________________________________ Matthew Robinson The prevalence of obesity is increasing worldwide, causing a

  • Viability of Single-Photon Avalanche Diodes for use in Pulse Oximetry

    Creator:
    Bialek, Hayden
    Abstract:
    Pulse Oximetry is a technology used ubiquitously across the medical field for measuring oxygen saturation and heart rate monitoring. In this project a system was developed to use a new technology for pulse oximetry: single-photon avalanche diodes (SPADs). This work outlines the development process and experimental results of a SPAD...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    for use in Pulse Oximetry Abstract approved: Matthew Johnston Pulse Oximetry is a technology used

  • Evaluating TEG Energy Harvesting Capabilities Across Naturally Occurring Temperature Gradients

    Creator:
    Estenson, Alyssa H.
    Abstract:
    Thermoelectric generators (TEGs) have gained much popularity in the search for alternatives to clean sources to harvest energy. Given their capability to harness an electric potential given a temperature differential across their opposing faces, and the foreseeable prevalence of naturally and/or commonly occurring temperature gradients in multiple applications, TEGs are...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    : Matthew L. Johnston Thermoelectric generators (TEGs) have gained much popularity in the search for

  • Investigating a Universal Prosthetic Design Process

    Creator:
    Martinez, Maria de los Angeles
    Abstract:
    In current prosthetic practices, the design process heavily relies on the prosthetist’s expertise and the limited methods to quantify design choices. This thesis investigates the lower-limb prosthetic fitting process and the importance of the socket design. Previous research has taken local stiffness of the limb to provide prosthetists with more...
    Resource Type:
    Honors College Thesis
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    - pedia.com/Lower_Limb_Prosthetic_Sockets_and_Suspension_Systems [3] P. Arthur F.T Mak, P. Ming Zhang, and C

  • Wireless Multi-Sensor Patch for Wind Turbine Impact Detection

    Creator:
    Wilson, Calder
    Abstract:
    Bird and bat collisions with wind turbines are a problem that needs to be better quantified for its impact to be fully understood. This thesis documents portions of the design of a sensor patch module for use on wind turbines blades to detect impacts caused by birds and bats. This...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    Detection Abstract approved: Matthew Johnston Bird and bat collisions with wind turbines are a problem

  • Survival by Suicide: Motivation of Suicide Operations in the Middle East

    Creator:
    Schoen, Christopher M.
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    Suicide attacks are a prevalent topic in modern international media. The devastation in the United States caused by suicide tactics on September 11, 2001 encouraged the development of counter-terrorism policies that could provide effective security and reduce the worldwide sense of vulnerability. The necessity for international collaboration on research regarding...
    Resource Type:
    Undergraduate Thesis
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    Suicide: Motivation of Suicide Operations in the Middle East. Abstract approved: X Dr. Matthew

  • Rapid Prototyping of Rigid & Flexible Microfluidic Devices Using Low-Cost Materials and Maker Tools

    Creator:
    Co, Megan T.
    Abstract:
    Microfluidics is an evolving field that focuses on the manipulation of small fluid volumes. Because of its micron-sized features, it is the basis for many lab-on-chip and point-of-care diagnostic devices. The devices are predominantly molded from polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS); however, production is a multi-hour or multi-day process that typically requires clean...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    :_____________________________________________________ Matthew Johnston Microfluidics is an evolving field that focuses on the manipulation

  • Crystal Morphology and Dimensionality Determine the Electronic Response in Novel Semiconducting Materials

    Creator:
    Grimm, Sam
    Abstract:
    Crystal morphology and dimensionality of single-crystal semiconducting materials can have dramatic effects on the optical and electrical properties. Organic photovoltaic (OPV) materials and fluorinated graphene folds are two materials that show these dependencies. Anthradithiophene (ADT), is an OPV that can be functionalized with different side groups to form different crystal...
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    Undergraduate Thesis
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    30, 2016 Advisor: Dr. Matthew Graham Oregon State University Abstract Crystal morphology and