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  • Modeling, simulation, and analysis of two hydraulic power take-off systems for wave energy conversion

    Creator:
    Casey, Sean (Sean Michael)
    Abstract:
    Hydraulic power take-off (PTO) systems have been implemented in several wave energy converter (WEC) designs in recent years. Two popular hydraulic PTO configurations coupled to a point absorber hydrodynamic model are simulated in waves representative of an energetic sea state likely to be found in deep waters off the coast...
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    Masters Thesis
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    power output and loading. c©Copyright by Sean Casey June 6, 2013 All Rights Reserved

  • Mechanical linkage design for haptic rehabilitation and development of fine motor skills

    Creator:
    Streng, B. Taylor
    Abstract:
    Thousands of children and adults suffer from fine motor skill deficits due to developmental disabilities or brain trauma. In order to acquire or reclaim these precision motor movements, occupational therapists work closely with each patient to develop the muscle memory required for completing tasks such as handwriting or drawing. Although...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    4.12 Showing the design changes made to the Falcon link between phases B and C

  • Vehicle dynamic validation and analysis from suspension forces

    Creator:
    Murray, William S.
    Abstract:
    Several standardized courses for Formula SAE (FSAE) testing are introduced and described with sufficient detail to be reproduced by any Formula SAE team. Basic analysis methods for the courses are given as well as explanations of how those analyses could be used. On-car data from the Global Formula Racing (GFR)...
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    Masters Thesis
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    : Robert K. Paasch Several standardized courses for Formula SAE (FSAE) testing are introduced and

  • The effect of geometric orientation and random wind conditions on flat plate convection rates

    Creator:
    Melchior, Daniel K.
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    An experimental investigation has been performed to determine the forced convection heat transfer due to three-dimensional air flow over a flat plate as a function of angle of attack and free stream velocity. The experimental method employed a transient thermal technique and placed the convecting surface next to the exhaust...
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    Masters Thesis
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    ) yields equation (2-11). (H+K) , r tn(T-T.) = 0-7c t "r ul (2-9) @ t = 0, C1= 9n (To - T.) (2-10) b (H

  • Failure analysis of pre-notched composite laminated plates under four-point bending conditions

    Creator:
    Arias Gonzales, Sergio
    Abstract:
    Ever since composite laminate technology was introduced into the aerospace and automotive industry, there has been a need to fully understand the damage progression experienced by composite laminated plates in the presence of a notch. While numerous research studies have been conducted on this matter when subjected to in-plane loads,...
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    Dissertation
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    B – Photographic Images of the 20-ply Laminates after Failure .... 170 APPENDIX C – Photographic

  • A relationship between wave dispersion and fracture strength for a composite material

    Creator:
    Ilcewicz, Larry Bert
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    Wave dispersion and fracture are phenomena that involve. mechanisms triggered at the scale of a material's internal structure. Experiments were performed with a candidate material to judge the hypothesis that wave dispersion measurements can be used to nondestructively predict fracture strength. Wood-based particleboard was chosen as the candidate material because...
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    Dissertation
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    approved: Tim C Ke nedy James B. Wilson Wave dispersion and fracture are phenomena that involve

  • Development of a singulation device for stonefly larva

    Creator:
    Williams, Kate S. (Kate Shreeve)
    Abstract:
    Population counts of aquatic insects can be a credible indicator of the overall health of a waterway. Stonefly (Plecoptera) larva are very sensitive to chemicals present within the waterway, however obtaining population counts of the larvae can be very labor intensive and thus costly. The BugID project has been working...
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    Masters Thesis
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    : ______________________________________________ Robert K. Paasch Population counts of aquatic insects can be a credible indicator of the

  • A study of a diffusionally controlled reactive synthesis process using a multi-tube diffusion flame burner

    Creator:
    Snell, Douglas C.
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    A continuous process for the production of ceramic materials has been studied. This method reacted metal and oxidizer in a diffusionally controlled process, demonstrated by reacting a magnesium particle stream and hot water vapor. Many small rich hydrogen/air diffusion flames provide an atmosphere of hot water vapor, hydrogen, and nitrogen...
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    Dissertation
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    ; constant of integration B = constant of integration C = celsius; concentration d = supply tube width

  • Mixed reactant single chamber fuel cell, using products generated from the electrolysis of an aqueous electrolyte

    Creator:
    Jost, William C.
    Abstract:
    A Mixed Reactant Single Chamber (MRSC) Fuel Cell is a relatively recent concept in the field of fuel cell engineering originally developed in the late 1950’s. Typical fuel cells have separated reactants (a separated fuel and oxidizer) that react on their usually non-selective electro-catalytic materials. A mixed reactant fuel cell...
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    Masters Thesis
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    THESIS OF William C. Jost for the degree of Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering presented on

  • Development of a small scale scroll expander

    Creator:
    Harada, Kevin J.
    Abstract:
    The organic Rankine cycle (ORC) is a versatile approach in the utilization of waste heat in the production of electricity, clean drinking water, and cooling. The efficiency of these cycles must be maximized to make them economical. Parameters for the optimization of ORCs such as evaporator and condenser temperature have...
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    Masters Thesis
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    . Abstract approved: Richard B. Peterson The organic Rankine cycle (ORC) is a versatile approach