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  • Automated Synthesis of Hybrid Energy Network Optimization using A* & Ensemble Forecasting

    Creator:
    Luc, Jonathan H.
    Abstract:
    This thesis describes a method for automatically generating and evaluating small-scale off-grid energy systems. Such systems are comprised of components such as solar panels, residential-scale wind turbines, batteries, inverters and charge controllers. These disparate components are assembled into feasible networks through the use of topological optimization and graph grammar rules....
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    Masters Thesis
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    H. Luc, Author ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The author would like to thank Dr. Matthew Campbell

  • Implementing a Multi-Agent Approach to a Graph-Based Topology Optimization

    Creator:
    Bai, Gaofeng
    Abstract:
    In order to solve some classic problems in traditional topology optimization, such as unknown material distribution, checker-boarding and curse of dimensionality, this thesis introduces a new method to construct a mechanical structure that can reduce mass and increase stiffness. It uses a graph to represent the skeleton of a structure....
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    Masters Thesis
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    : _________________________________ Matt Campbell In order to solve some classic problems in traditional topology

  • Automated Synthesis of Planar Mechanisms with Revolute, Prismatic and Pin-In-Slot Joints

    Creator:
    Huang, Weifeng
    Abstract:
    The intent of this research is to explore the entire design space of mechanism topologies by using a graph grammar synthesis approach. A new graph representation of planer mechanism has been developed to represent the planar mechanism with revolute (R), prismatic (P), and pin-in-slot (RP) joints. Following Gruebler's equation, the...
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    Masters Thesis
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    : ______________________________________________________ Matthew I. Campbell The intent of this research is to explore the entire design space of

  • Using Digital Human Modeling to Evaluate and Improve Car Pillar Design: A Proof of Concept and Design of Experiments

    Creator:
    Mellon, Taylor R. P.
    Abstract:
    Considering human factors in early engineering design stages can improve expensive late stage processes, facilitate user safety, improve product quality and help reduce the need for physical prototyping. Currently, car pillar design (the vertical pillars between windows which connect the roof and car body) provide safety for the passengers in...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Evaluate and Improve Car Pillar Design: A Proof of Concept and Design of Experiments Abstract approved: H

  • Automated Synthesis of Metal-Organic Frameworks using Graph Grammars and Monte Carlo Tree Search

    Creator:
    Zhang, Hongyang
    Abstract:
    In this work, a fully automated approach to synthesis Metal-Organic Frameworks is presented. We use graph to represent the structure of Metal-organic Frameworks and use graph grammars which are backbone rules and functional group rules to generate metal-organic framework. For a given parameter value of the user defined metal-organic framework,...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Matthew I. Campbell

  • Automated Design of Foam Packaging Shapes

    Creator:
    So, David M.
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    Creating effective packaging is about finding a balance between product protection during shipping and time consumption in the design process. Given time and cost constraints, it is hard to produce sufficiently protective padding while having it not be thicker than it needs to be. This thesis describes a method to...
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    approved: _____________________________________________________ Matthew I. Campbell Creating

  • Design Automation for 3D Circuits

    Creator:
    Velayati, Mohammad
    Abstract:
    Traditional electronic systems are usually fabricated via printed circuit boards (PCBs). In a regular PCB, the electronic components are placed and mounted on a two-dimensional board. Such a component layout limits the freedom in the component placement process which results in larger electronic devices. With the use of Additive Manufacturing...
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    Masters Thesis
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    : ______________________________________________________ Matthew I. Campbell Traditional electronic systems are usually fabricated via printed

  • Design automation for 3D circuits

    Creator:
    Velayati, Mohammad
    Abstract:
    Traditional electronic systems are usually fabricated via printed circuit boards (PCBs). In a regular PCB, the electronic components are placed and mounted on a two-dimensional board. Such a component layout limits the freedom in the component placement process which results in larger electronic devices. With the use of Additive Manufacturing...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    : ______________________________________________________ Matthew I. Campbell Traditional electronic systems are usually fabricated via printed

  • Applications of an Agent-Based Approach to Automated Structure Design

    Creator:
    Kiff, Robin E.
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    This thesis details the applications of a new method of agent-based structure synthesis. The goal of this research is to create structures that meet a structural goal within a simulated physics environment. The method proposed works as an iterative process of changing the structure, evaluating the new structure and using...
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    : ______________________________________________________ Matthew I. Campbell This thesis details the applications of a new method of agent-based

  • Dividing Complex Parts into Multiple Pieces for Advanced Joining and Additive Manufacturing

    Creator:
    Massoni, Brandon R.
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    Poor material utilization is inherent to conventional manufacturing processes, leading to high material waste and machining times. Additive manufacturing processes attempt to solve this issue by allowing production of near-net shapes, but the processes may be too expensive or infeasible. By leveraging both processes in a single part, the waste...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Matthew I. Campbell Poor material utilization is inherent to conventional manufacturing processes