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  • Nonlinear diffraction theory by an eigenfunction expansion of the Green's function

    Creator:
    Chen, Min-Chu
    Abstract:
    A second-order nonlinear diffraction theory is developed for a large diameter circular cylinder under the action of surface gravity waves of finite amplitude in water of-finite depth. Boundary value problems are derived by using a perturbation expansion and the solutions for the diffracted waves are given in terms of Fredholm...
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    Dissertation
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    Typed by Yuh-Mei Chung for Min-Chu Chen ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Sincere thanks are due to Dr. Robert T

  • Experimental study of counter-propagating solitary wave collisions

    Creator:
    Chen, Yongshuai
    Abstract:
    To better understand the extreme local amplification of tsunami, the experimental investigation on counter-propagating solitary wave collisions over a horizontal bottom was conducted using the optical measurement techniques: Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV), and Laser Induced Fluoresce (LIF). Head-on collisions and oblique collisions of equal-amplitude as well as unequal-amplitude waves were...
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    Dissertation
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    Collisions AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF Yongshuai Chen for the degree of Doctor of

  • Analytical framework for modeling scale-related variabilities in remote sensing

    Creator:
    Chen, Chaur-fong
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    A general analytical framework was established to investigate the scale-related variabilities in remote sensing. The variabilities were studied first by investigating canopy structure, canopy interaction with light, relation between spectral reflectance and plant phenological parameters. The variabilities simulated by the plant model were compared with the actual spectral data acquired...
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    Dissertation
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    variabilities in remote sensing AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Chaur-Fong Chen for the degree of Doctor of

  • Autogenous deformation and chemical shrinkage of high performance cementitious systems

    Creator:
    Fu, Tengfei
    Abstract:
    In the past ten years, renewed research interest has shown the benefits of internal curing by incorporating saturated lightweight fine aggregate (LWFA) in high performance concrete (HPC). As a result, the technology of internal curing has steadily progressed from laboratory studies to field applications. To determine the optimum LWFA content,...
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    Masters Thesis
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    AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Tengfei Fu for the degree of Master of Science in Civil Engineering

  • Shrinkage study of high performance concrete for bridge decks

    Creator:
    Fu, Tengfei
    Abstract:
    In the field of civil infrastructure, bridge desks are typically constructed using high performance concrete (HPC). Concrete bridge decks demand qualities such as low permeability, high abrasion resistance, superior durability, and long design life. Over decades of field and laboratory experience, many HPC bridge decks have been found to be...
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    Dissertation
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    AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF Tengfei Fu for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Civil

  • Evaluation of Cycling Behavior: Factors that Influence Bicyclists’ Comprehension, Comfort, and Stress

    Creator:
    Cobb, Douglas P.
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    Travel demand has increased due to population growth, increase of vehicle ownership, and development patterns resulting in greater levels of congestion, pollution, and crash frequency. One approach to demand management is to increase the share of trips made by bicycles. With the increase in bicycling rates, there is a critical...
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    Dissertation
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    : Dr. Katharine Hunter-Zaworski, Dr. Mike Bailey, Dr. Mei-Ching Lien, and Dr. Haizhong Wang. To my

  • An Agent-Based Simulation for Emergency Warning Dissemination in a Multiplex Social Network

    Creator:
    Koll, Charles D.
    Abstract:
    The variety of natural disasters provide different sets of characteristics and properties with unique challenges. One significant difference between hazard types is prewarning lead time, the amount of time individuals have from a potential warning to the disaster occurring. Rapid onset disasters may not provide an official warning about a...
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    Masters Thesis
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    am indebted to my lab mates for their willingness to provide a helpful ear, espe- cially Chen, who

  • Finite element analysis of wave-structure interactions in the time domain

    Creator:
    Lee, Jaw-fang
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    The time-domain simulation of wave-structure interactions using the finite element method is presented in this study. Combined initial and boundary value problems for diffraction and radiation of waves by large structures are posed. Linearized free surface boundary conditions are used, but motions of the structural boundaries compared to the wave...
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    Dissertation
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    been reviewed by Shen (84) and applications to wave diffraction and radiation problems by Mei (67

  • Establishing a through-boring pattern and method of test for utility poles

    Creator:
    Elkins, Lori A.
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    The goal of this study was to optimize a through-boring pattern that will provide adequate preservative penetration while minimizing the reduction in overall pole bending strength. Hole spacing was developed using longitudinal and transverse chemical penetration data from previous studies. Finite element analysis was used as a preliminary assessment tool...
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    Masters Thesis

  • The Application of Machine Learning Techniques on Marine Science Models

    Creator:
    Ellenson, Ashley
    Abstract:
    A variety of stakeholders require information about marine systems. In the open ocean, pilots of marine vessels require knowledge about environmental conditions for safe passage and route planning. On the coastline, communities rely on information about nearshore dynamics to increase safety from coastal hazards such as nearshore pollutants, coastal erosion,...
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    Dissertation
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    , & Mei, 2013). Coastal scientists seek to to increase our predictive power and understanding of