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  • Automated Synthesis of Hybrid Energy Network Optimization using A* & Ensemble Forecasting

    Creator:
    Luc, Jonathan H.
    Abstract:
    This thesis describes a method for automatically generating and evaluating small-scale off-grid energy systems. Such systems are comprised of components such as solar panels, residential-scale wind turbines, batteries, inverters and charge controllers. These disparate components are assembled into feasible networks through the use of topological optimization and graph grammar rules....
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    Masters Thesis
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    H. Luc, Author ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The author would like to thank Dr. Matthew Campbell

  • Implementing a Multi-Agent Approach to a Graph-Based Topology Optimization

    Creator:
    Bai, Gaofeng
    Abstract:
    In order to solve some classic problems in traditional topology optimization, such as unknown material distribution, checker-boarding and curse of dimensionality, this thesis introduces a new method to construct a mechanical structure that can reduce mass and increase stiffness. It uses a graph to represent the skeleton of a structure....
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    Masters Thesis
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    : _________________________________ Matt Campbell In order to solve some classic problems in traditional topology

  • Automated Synthesis of Planar Mechanisms with Revolute, Prismatic and Pin-In-Slot Joints

    Creator:
    Huang, Weifeng
    Abstract:
    The intent of this research is to explore the entire design space of mechanism topologies by using a graph grammar synthesis approach. A new graph representation of planer mechanism has been developed to represent the planar mechanism with revolute (R), prismatic (P), and pin-in-slot (RP) joints. Following Gruebler's equation, the...
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    Masters Thesis
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    : ______________________________________________________ Matthew I. Campbell The intent of this research is to explore the entire design space of

  • Computational Design for Metal Organic Responsive Frameworks (MORFs)

    Creator:
    Manion, Charles A.
    Abstract:
    Metal organic Frameworks (MOFs) that experience stimuli induced structural transformation could enable a whole new class of materials with remarkable properties. Photoactuating moieties in the structure could effect changes in the pore space or macroscale shape change enabling light driven gas separation and actuators. Here, we present a novel approach...
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    Dissertation
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    : Computational Design for Metal Organic Responsive Frameworks(MORFs) Abstract approved: Matthew I. Campbell

  • Using Digital Human Modeling to Evaluate and Improve Car Pillar Design: A Proof of Concept and Design of Experiments

    Creator:
    Mellon, Taylor R. P.
    Abstract:
    Considering human factors in early engineering design stages can improve expensive late stage processes, facilitate user safety, improve product quality and help reduce the need for physical prototyping. Currently, car pillar design (the vertical pillars between windows which connect the roof and car body) provide safety for the passengers in...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Evaluate and Improve Car Pillar Design: A Proof of Concept and Design of Experiments Abstract approved: H

  • Automated Assembly Planning : From CAD Model to Virtual Assembly Process

    Creator:
    Rafibakhsh, Nima
    Abstract:
    Assembly planning is a crucial task for every manufacturing product. In general, assembly operations consume more than 30% of the total manufacturing time and cost. Therefore, any effort in optimizing assembly will have a significant impact on the economic success of manufacturing. Finding an optimal assembly plan by hand is...
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    Dissertation
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    approved: ______________________________________________________ Matthew I. Campbell Assembly

  • Automated Synthesis of Metal-Organic Frameworks using Graph Grammars and Monte Carlo Tree Search

    Creator:
    Zhang, Hongyang
    Abstract:
    In this work, a fully automated approach to synthesis Metal-Organic Frameworks is presented. We use graph to represent the structure of Metal-organic Frameworks and use graph grammars which are backbone rules and functional group rules to generate metal-organic framework. For a given parameter value of the user defined metal-organic framework,...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Matthew I. Campbell

  • Automated Design of Foam Packaging Shapes

    Creator:
    So, David M.
    Abstract:
    Creating effective packaging is about finding a balance between product protection during shipping and time consumption in the design process. Given time and cost constraints, it is hard to produce sufficiently protective padding while having it not be thicker than it needs to be. This thesis describes a method to...
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    Masters Thesis
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    approved: _____________________________________________________ Matthew I. Campbell Creating

  • Design Automation for 3D Circuits

    Creator:
    Velayati, Mohammad
    Abstract:
    Traditional electronic systems are usually fabricated via printed circuit boards (PCBs). In a regular PCB, the electronic components are placed and mounted on a two-dimensional board. Such a component layout limits the freedom in the component placement process which results in larger electronic devices. With the use of Additive Manufacturing...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    : ______________________________________________________ Matthew I. Campbell Traditional electronic systems are usually fabricated via printed

  • Design automation for 3D circuits

    Creator:
    Velayati, Mohammad
    Abstract:
    Traditional electronic systems are usually fabricated via printed circuit boards (PCBs). In a regular PCB, the electronic components are placed and mounted on a two-dimensional board. Such a component layout limits the freedom in the component placement process which results in larger electronic devices. With the use of Additive Manufacturing...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
    Full Text:
    : ______________________________________________________ Matthew I. Campbell Traditional electronic systems are usually fabricated via printed