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  • Numerical Analysis of Experimental Impacts on Wind Turbine Blades

    Creator:
    Fleiger-Holmes, Kahlan
    Abstract:
    Wind energy is one of the fastest growing renewable forms of energy in the United States and the world. However, interactions between wind turbines and wildlife have the possibility to injure animals such as birds and bats. Strategies to assess and minimize wind turbine interactions with wildlife are critical for...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    :_____________________________________________________ Roberto Albertani Wind energy is one of the fastest growing renewable forms of energy in

  • Flax as a Structural Reinforcement for Polymers

    Creator:
    McGeorge, Haley K.
    Abstract:
    Flax fibers are frequently used as a sustainable and recyclable reinforcement for composite materials in aesthetic applications (ex. car interiors). Flax fibers are biodegradable and can be sustainably harvested. Furthermore, the question of how to dispose of flax reinforced materials after the end of their lifetime can be solved in...
    Resource Type:
    Honors College Thesis
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    . Eaton and R. Albertani, “Design and manufacture of hybrid fiber-reinforced polymers, structural low

  • Wing Flutter Suppression via Distributed Electric Propulsion

    Creator:
    Bamberger, Joshua
    Abstract:
    This research aims to demonstrate the viability of actively controlled distributed-electric propulsion as a method to postpone flutter in high aspect-ratio elastic wings. A semi-wing on a spring mount with two propellers powered by electric motors, mounted at alternate pitch angles relative to the chord line, was used as the...
    Resource Type:
    Honors College Thesis
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    Albertani This research aims to demonstrate the viability of actively controlled distributed-electric

  • Light-Airplane Wing Structural Analysis and Material Selection

    Creator:
    Jablonski, John M.
    Abstract:
    The goal of this thesis is to explore the possibility of an upgrade of materials used in the wing-structure of a high-performance light aircraft operating under severe aerodynamic and inertial loads. The case aircraft considered in the thesis is the Caproni A-21 SJ, an all-metal high-performance motorglider powered by two...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    Albertani The goal of this thesis is to explore the possibility of an upgrade of materials used

  • Shear Moduli Estimates of Thermoplastic Natural Fiber Composites via Off-Axis Tensile Tests

    Creator:
    Johnson, Natalie N.
    Abstract:
    Fiber reinforced polymers have gained considerable attention due to their wide range of applications, leading to significative concerns for end-of-life recyclability and disposal. Natural fibers and recycled carbon fibers, coupled with thermoplastic matrices can provide a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional materials. This study focused on experimental materials...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    : ______________________________________________________ Roberto Albertani Fiber reinforced polymers have gained considerable attention due to their

  • Characterization of Bonding Defects in Carbon Fiber-Epoxy Plates via Thermal Wave Imaging

    Creator:
    Jolibois, Michael
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    Thermal wave imaging (TWI), a technology based on heat conduction and radiation through materials, is a relatively new addition to current non-destructive inspections (NDI) systems. Bonding of composites, an extremely important step in manufacturing and repair of laminates, could be affected by defects originating from faulty manufacturing processes or damages...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    : ______________________________________________________ Roberto Albertani Thermal wave imaging (TWI), a technology based on heat conduction and

  • 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...
    Resource Type:
    Honors College Thesis
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    , p. 24, 2019. [3] C. Hu, R. Albertani, and R. M. Suryan, “Wind turbine sensor array for moni

  • Race Car Monocoque Design? A Loaded Question Suspension Kinematics, Loads & Sandwich Panel Optimization Methodologies

    Creator:
    Gray, Gabriel M.
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    As designers continue to develop the ability to improve a component or system design relative to any number of metrics, priorities and objectives, the need for advanced methodologies which focus efforts and steer design decisions to best meet the needs of the organization becomes increasingly important. This work develops such...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis

  • Simulation Automation for the Evaluation of Formula Student Aerodynamic Concepts

    Creator:
    Sanchez, Adrian
    Abstract:
    The design of a competition-winning aero package must consider multiple vehicle attitudes. Aerodynamic concepts simulated in heave, pitch, roll, high-speed yaw, and low-speed yaw to design a stable and predictable aero package. The methodology automates the simulation setup process of five vehicle attitudes. The overall and subsystem force coefficients are...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    : SA = tan−1 ( L R ) + (αF −αR) (3.1) where SA is the steering angle, L is the vehicle wheelbase, R

  • Development of a Collision Detection Module for Avian and Bat Species on Wind Turbine

    Creator:
    Davis, Cassandra L.
    Abstract:
    Renewable energy technology continues to grow in popularity as countries aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Land based and offshore wind turbines are one option for expanding renewable energy sources. However, as wind energy adoption increases, so does the need for enhanced monitoring of wind turbines’ potential effect on local...
    Resource Type:
    Capstone Project
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    -energy. [2] E. B. Arnett and R. F. May, “Mitigating wind energy impacts on wildlife: approaches