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  • Machine Learning Applied to Non-periodic Event Detection – A Special Case in Structural Health Monitoring

    Creator:
    Hu, Congcong
    Abstract:
    Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) is known as the process of implementation of damage detection and characterization strategy. The method is widely used in modern critical equipment to minimize the risk of failures. While a significant effort has been devoted by researchers for the detection of faults in situations including periodic...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    . Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Roberto Albertani

  • 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...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    Experimental Analysis of the Flight Mechanics of Lepidoptera Abstract approved: Roberto Albertani

  • 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...
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    Dissertation
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    : Predicting Aerodynamic Loads on Highly Flexible Membrane Wings Abstract approved: Roberto Albertani

  • Simulation of Steady Flight of Butterflies and Improvement of Parameter Optimization

    Creator:
    Selover-Stephan, Tassilo
    Abstract:
    Recent interest in nano aerial vehicles (NAVs) has sparked an increase in research on the mechanics of biological flapping flight. The ability of NAVs to fly in confined spaces and perform tight maneuvers make them a valuable technological asset. Researching the mechanisms behind small-scale flapping flight promises progress toward the...
    Resource Type:
    Honors College Thesis
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    Roberto Albertani Recent interest in nano aerial vehicles (NAVs) has sparked an increase in

  • Ground Gen Airborne Wind Energy Conversion Systems: Tools for Conceptual Design and Rapid Prototyping

    Creator:
    Muschler, Alexander
    Abstract:
    Airborne Wind Energy System (AWES) are quickly coming to fruition, with increased energy production while reducing the cost of implementation and materials. This thesis develops a new computational model for a tethered AWES and characterizes a new rapid prototyping method with the objective of supporting the design and rapid prototyping...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    : ______________________________________________________ Roberto Albertani Airborne Wind Energy System (AWES) are quickly coming to fruition

  • 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...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    . Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Roberto Albertani

  • 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

  • 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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    Bending Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Roberto

  • 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....
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    . Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Roberto Albertani

  • 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....
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    : Roberto Albertani The objective of this project is to demonstrate the feasibility fiber-reinforced tur