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  • Multi-Scale Study of Ember Production and Transport under Multiple Environmental and Fuel Conditions

    Creator:
    Hudson, Tyler R.
    Abstract:
    Spot fires caused by lofted embers (i.e., firebrands) can be a significant factor in the spread of wildland fires. Embers can be especially dangerous near the wildland-urban interface (WUI) because of the potential for the fire to be spread near or on structures. Many studies have investigated the transport of...
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    Masters Thesis
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    AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Tyler R. Hudson for the

  • Ignition of Fuel Beds by Firebrands

    Creator:
    Bean, Derek R.
    Abstract:
    The severity of wildfires around the globe is increasing. At the same time, urban development is expanding outward into areas where severe fires occur. There is an increased risk of home loss to fires in areas where severe fires and urban expansion meet. Ignition of homes or nearby fuel is...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    : Ignition of Fuel Beds by Firebrands Abstract approved: David Blunck The severity of wildfires around the

  • Effects of Residual CO2 and N2 on Detonation Velocity and Detonation Limits

    Creator:
    Glad, Harley R.
    Abstract:
    Detonation combustion has gained interest throughout the years because of its potential to increase thermodynamic cycle efficiency when compared to deflagration based cycles. The expected benefits result from a pressure gain during the combustion process instead of a pressure drop, as observed for deflagrations. The implementation of detonations can be...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    Harley R. Glad for the degree of Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering presented on December 18

  • Vortex Generator Flow Control for an Upper-Surface Blown Aircraft Wing with an Extended Coanda Flap

    Creator:
    Kelly, Bryan R.
    Abstract:
    Integrated Distributed Electric Augmented Lift (IDEAL) applies upper-surface blowing in a novel way using an array of electric ducted fans (EDFs) to achieve electric short take-off and landing to meet the growing need for urban air transportation. Additional research on the use of vortex generators (VGs) to reduce flow separation...
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    Masters Thesis
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    AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Bryan R. Kelly for the degree of

  • Evaluation of Materials for Use in Open-Cycle Magnetohydrodynamic Power Generation

    Creator:
    Bowen, Michael S.
    Abstract:
    Recent interest in oxy-fuel combustion for carbon capture, as well as advancements in technologies such as magnetics, materials, and computational modeling has sparked renewed interest in magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) power generation. The increased temperatures of oxy-fuel combustion versus air-fuel combustion poses a challenge in the selection of materials for plasma exposed...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    : ______________________________________________________________________________ David P. Cann C. Rigel Woodside Abstract: Recent interest in oxy-fuel combustion for carbon

  • Selecting Probability Distributions for Use in Complex Discrete Event Simulation Models

    Creator:
    Moria, Eyad A.
    Abstract:
    In discrete event simulation, probability distributions are used as models of various unpredictable system components. The times between equipment failures and job processing times are examples of such random system components. The commonly recommended and taught practice for selecting a probability distribution to represent a random component is a multistep...
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    Masters Thesis
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    approved: ______________________________________________________ David S. Kim In discrete event

  • Utilizing smart manufacturing information in a job shop to support job selection and processing speed decisions

    Creator:
    Houck, Christopher
    Abstract:
    Creating schedules for the job shop manufacturing system is an extremely difficult task. Although researchers have devoted a lot of attention to generating optimal solutions, these solutions are static, thus they do not update as random events occur that disrupt the system. As smart manufacturing has grown, researchers have been...
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    Masters Thesis
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    : ______________________________________________________ David S. Kim Creating schedules for the job shop manufacturing system is an extremely

  • A Quantitative Analysis of Simultaneous Supply and Demand Disruptions on a Multi-Echelon Supply Chain

    Creator:
    Kost, Austin R.
    Abstract:
    Modern supply chains have grown to be far more complex than their predecessors, as global trade and accessibility have opened avenues of trade that were previously impossible. As such, the inherent risk of internal and/or external disruptions impacting the performance of a supply chain has also grown due to the...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Chain. Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ J. David

  • Container fleet-sizing for part transportation and storage in the supply chain

    Creator:
    Park, SeJoon
    Abstract:
    This research addresses fleet-sizing for reusable containers that are used for protection, transportation, and storage of parts between a component plant and assembly plant. These reusable containers are often expensive and occupy a large amount of storage space when empty and full. Having a large container fleet comes with higher...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    : David S. Kim This research addresses fleet-sizing for reusable containers that are used for

  • Incremental Forming of Polymers at Room Temperature

    Creator:
    Davar Panah, Mohammad Ali
    Abstract:
    Single Point Incremental Forming (SPIF) is a forming process in which a fully clamped sheet is formed by a hemispherical ended tool that moves along a predefined 3D toolpath. The sheet is formed in a series of local deformations to reach its desired shape. Double Sided Incremental Forming (DSIF) includes...
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    Dissertation
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    : ______________________________________________________ J. David Porter Single Point Incremental Forming (SPIF) is a forming process in which a