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  • Theoretical modeling and experimental analysis of the flight mechanics of Lepidoptera

    Creator:
    Wilson, Tyler
    Abstract:
    Development of micro air vehicles has led to a strong interest in the biomechanics of flapping fliers such as bats, birds, and insects, due to their ability to perform extreme unsteady maneuvers and fly in confined spaces. Determining the methods and mechanisms used by these fliers is a valuable source...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Experimental Analysis of the Flight Mechanics of Lepidoptera Abstract approved: Roberto Albertani

  • Numerical and Experimental Investigation of Wing Flutter Suppression via Distributed Propulsion

    Creator:
    Anderson, Cole J.
    Abstract:
    In a seminal paper published in 1982, scientist have warned that humanity was pushing earth’s ecosystems beyond their capacities to support the web of life. One response to the concern was outlined by NASA with its vision for advanced fixed wing transport aircraft to be environmentally compatible and have revolutionary...
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    Masters Thesis
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    . Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Roberto Albertani

  • Fibers Microbuckling of Uncured Carbon-Epoxy Prepreg in Bending

    Creator:
    Guo, Yizhi
    Abstract:
    Prepreg is widely used in composite manufacturing with advanced composites such as carbon and aramid. The material is characterized by a degree of flexibility (drape) and stickiness (tack), which allows an efficient layup on molds with complex shapes. However, axial instability of compressed fibers during the molding process may occur,...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    -1477. 13. Guo, Y. & Albertani, R. “Theoretical Estimates and Experimental Validation of

  • Dancer in the Wind Farm: Automated Eagle Monitoring and Deterrence

    Creator:
    Maurer, William G.
    Abstract:
    Improving the coexistence of eagles and wind energy is a critical effort for the sustainable expansion of the wind energy sector. Information about eagle activity and interactions with wind turbines enables verification of deterrence methods. This information can be broken into two categories: eagle activity in the airspace around wind...
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    Masters Thesis
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    : ______________________________________________________ Roberto Albertani Improving the coexistence of eagles and wind energy

  • Predicting Aerodynamic Loads on Highly Flexible Membrane Wings

    Creator:
    Carpenter, Trenton James
    Abstract:
    Through passive adaptation to incidental flow, flexible aerodynamic surfaces exploit effects of increased lift, delayed stall and disturbance rejection. Wings of birds, bats, and insects exhibit these passive effects, and at the same time through the use of structural state feedback sensed from the loads on the wing, active control...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    : Predicting Aerodynamic Loads on Highly Flexible Membrane Wings Abstract approved: Roberto Albertani

  • Design and testing of an integrated wildlife-wind turbine interactions detection system

    Creator:
    Flowers, Jeremy Matthew
    Abstract:
    Bird and bat mortalities caused by interactions with wind turbines is a critical concern that requires addressing for conservation purposes. Deploying a low cost sensor array will be instrumental during site permitting, conducting impact assessments of existing wind farms, and assessing efficacy of wildlife mortality mitigation or wildlife deterrent technologies....
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    Masters Thesis
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    . Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Roberto Albertani

  • Non-Isotropic Fiber Reinforced Elastic Membranes for Micro Aerial Vehicle Wings

    Creator:
    Wilcox, Joshua Robert
    Abstract:
    Micro air vehicles (MAV's) and small unmanned aerial vehicles (SUAV) are remotely piloted or autonomous aircraft with a take-off mass range between 50 g and few kilograms. These vehicles, as well as natural fliers such as bats and insects, utilize a variety of elastic wing structures including thin membranes. Over...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    : ______________________________________________________ Roberto Albertani Micro air vehicles (MAV’s) and small unmanned aerial vehicles (SUAV

  • Design and manufacturing study of hydroelectric turbines using recycled and natural fiber composites

    Creator:
    Whitehead, Marc
    Abstract:
    The objective of this project is to demonstrate the feasibility fiber-reinforced turbine components through a design and manufacturing study. The motivation for using composites is to reduce weight and simplify manufacturing especially at high production volumes. In addition, natural fiber composites are implemented for applicable components to reduce environmental impact....
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    Masters Thesis
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    : Roberto Albertani The objective of this project is to demonstrate the feasibility fiber-reinforced tur

  • Fiber Reinforced Composite Power-Mooring Cables Design and Manufacturing applied to Wave Energy Converters

    Creator:
    Miller, Andrew
    Abstract:
    The design and analysis of single point power-mooring cables applied to wave energy converters (WECs) is presented. WECs are mechanical devices designed and deployed to extract energy from waves in varying ways, and at varying distances from the shoreline. WEC devices operating on the water surface require mooring lines or...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    approved: Roberto Albertani The design and analysis of single point power-mooring cables applied to wave

  • Lift Enhancement of Pliant Wings Through Bio-Mimicry

    Creator:
    Osterberg, Nathaniel Brent
    Abstract:
    Flexible aerodynamic surfaces have been shown to favorably influence flight characteristics at low Reynolds numbers by increasing lift, angle of attack at stall, and resistance to perturbation. The objective of the research presented within this thesis is to investigate the influence of two aspects of flight observed in biological flyers,...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Enhancement of Pliant Wings Through Bio-Mimicry Abstract approved: Roberto Albertani Flexible aerodynamic