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  • Transient electric birefringence for the characterization of cellulose nanocrystals and tobacco mosaic virus

    Creator:
    Taylor, Melissa J.
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    The development of a transient electric birefringence (TEB) apparatus for macroparticle characterization is herein discussed. The experimental difficulties encountered were related largely to poor data resolution. Misalignment and strain birefringence in optical components further complicated results. Improved data digitization methods were developed, and precise mathematical models were derived in order...
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    Dissertation
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    Abstract approved: John Simonsen The development of a transient electric birefringence (TEB) apparatus

  • Developing Design Model for Cellulose Nanocomposites

    Creator:
    Shir Mohammadi, Meisam
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    Today nano scale materials are being used for wide range of applications. One promising topic in nano scale materials is using them for reinforcement of different polymeric materials to reach desirable stiffness properties. The stiffness of these materials is mostly found experimentally because the nanocomposite community lacks a decent analytical...
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    Dissertation
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    Simonsen John Nairn Today nano scale materials are being used for wide range of applications. One promis

  • Analysis of Cellulose Nanocrystal Aerogels

    Creator:
    Buesch, Christian
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    Aerogels are interesting material systems with outstanding properties such as low density, high surface area, and low thermal conductivity. They can be used for a variety of applications, such as solar cells, sensors, or catalysts. Additionally they provide a unique model system to study the properties of small particles. Cellulose...
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    Dissertation
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    , 2015. Title: Analysis of Cellulose Nanocrystal Aerogels Abstract approved: John Simonsen Sundar Atre