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  • High Temperature Electrical Properties of Ceria-Based Ceramics for Use as Electrodes in Magnetohydrodynamic Power Generators

    Creator:
    Bowen, Michael S.
    Abstract:
    Determining the electrical properties of ceria-based materials is important for their use as electrodes in hot-wall magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) power generators with wall temperatures greater than 1500 ̊C. The electrical conductivity of a material can be used in models for predicting the performance of generator designs. More specifically, the temperature dependent...
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    Dissertation
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    . ©Copyright by Michael S. Bowen November 17, 2023 CC BY-SA 4.0 High Temperature

  • The Use of Fractal-Like Bifurcating Flow Channels for Biological Targeted Cooling

    Creator:
    Stottlemyre, Wyatt
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    In the wake of climate change, the risk of heat related illnesses has continuously increased over the past several decades. While thermal management solutions have continued to improve, there is a need for efficient cooling systems that conform with the human body. This study combines the solutions from fractal-like flow...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    Figure 2. Sample liquid cooling garment system. “Orlan Cooling Suit” by Claus Ableiter CC-BY-SA-3.0

  • Modeling hop kilning with respect to energy consumption and drying kinetics

    Creator:
    Thomas, Matthew W.
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    Currently, little work has been performed studying energy consumption in hop kilning. This thesis explores drying with an alternative drying schedule that extends the initially elevated drying temperature currently used by growers and examines its impact on drying time and energy use. Extending the time of the initially elevated drying...
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    Masters Thesis
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    . ©Copyright by Matthew W. Thomas May 2, 2023 Creative Commons CC-BY-4.0 Modeling Hop Kilning with

  • Computational Modeling of Smoldering Combustion in Wildland Fuels

    Creator:
    Jayasuriya, Waduge Jayani A.
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    Smoldering combustion in wildland fires is a critical phenomenon that needs in-depth study because it can initiate with weaker ignition sources, can persist for long periods, is difficult to suppress, and can transit to flaming combustion. Cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin are the major organic constituents within biomass, in varying proportions...
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    Dissertation
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    fires. ©Copyright by Waduge Jayani Jayasuriya August 23, 2022 Creative Commons Attribution 4.0

  • Ergonomic Analysis of the Global Formula Racing Driver Interface

    Creator:
    Davis, Sean M.
    Abstract:
    Between Oregon State University and DHBW Ravensberg, Global Formula Racing produces two Formula style vehicles every year for competition. This thesis has served as a pre-development project in the ergonomics and driver interface of the team's vehicles. This project will determine the position of the seat back, steering wheel, and...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    Analysis of the Global Formula Racing Driver Interface by Sean M. Davis A THESIS submitted to Oregon

  • Direct Numerical Simulation of Anisotropic Particles in Turbulent Flow

    Creator:
    Roberts, Kai
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    Turbulent flows with suspended, non-spherical particles are common in many natural and industrial processes. To identify the effects of anisotropic geometry on particle dynamics, a one-way coupled Lagrangian direct numerical simulation solver was written, verified, and used to collect data on particles simulated in multiple flows. This thesis explains the...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    by Kai Roberts A THESIS submitted to Oregon State University

  • Experience of Women in STEM: Three Ways

    Creator:
    Andreyka, Elizabeth O.
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    The intent of this thesis is to develop three creative non-fiction essays exploring the experience of being an undergraduate woman in a STEM field. The essays will all take on variations in form, humor, and perspectives. The purpose is to explore the position of women in STEM and the different...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    Experience of Women in STEM: Three Ways by

  • The Design of a High-Vacuum Chamber Testing Environment

    Creator:
    Robinson, Kimbert J.
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    The intention of this undergraduate research project was to design and build a fully functional high-vacuum chamber testing environment for use in the development of ion propulsion engines. This project was conducted in an effort to aid ongoing projects between the Deep Space Propulsion Group (DSPG) at Oregon State University...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    Environment by Kimbert J. Robinson A THESIS submitted to Oregon State University Honors College in

  • Trailing Edge Flap Optimization for an Upper-Surface Blown Aircraft Wing

    Creator:
    Kelly, Bryan R.
    Abstract:
    Integrated Distributed Electric Augmented Lift (IDEAL) applies upper surface blowing in a novel way to achieve electric short take-off and landing to meet the growing need for urban air transportation. Additional research on propulsion airframe interaction (PAI) with trailing edge flaps at low Reynolds numbers was necessary to advance the...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    Wing by Bryan R. Kelly A THESIS submitted to Oregon

  • Post-Preservation Maintenance of Cadavers to Prevent Tissue-Dehydration in Educational Environments

    Creator:
    Herrera, Alexandria R.
    Abstract:
    In anatomical education, clinicians, surgeons, and anatomists support the use of human cadavers over digital or artificial alternatives. Cadaver use raises the challenge of preventing tissue dehydration. The OSU cadaver labs attempt to maintain hydration by re-covering the exposed tissues with original skin, layers of plastic wrap, and/or towels and...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    -Preservation Maintenance of Cadavers to Prevent Tissue-Dehydration in Educational Environments by