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Experimental Validation of the Hydrodynamic Coefficients for an Oscillating Water Column Wave Energy Converter

Creator:: Bentivoglio, Marine M. J.
Abstract:: Resulting from the action of wind over open water surfaces, water waves contain colossal amounts of energy that has not yet been harnessed. Seen as a very promising source for renewable energy generation, many studies have tried to make wave energy a cost competitive source by investigating optimal designs of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: for the degree of Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering presented on December 8, 2017

Identifying customer requirements and designing for modularity in developing specialized, low production volume products

Creator:: van Tamelen, Peter G.
Abstract:: Field biologists are in need of more specialized and technical equipment than they are able to produce on their own in order to collect data more efficiently or gather data that is not currently available. This presents a challenge for design engineers because these products are typically highly specialized and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Tamelen for the degree of Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering Presented on May 22, 2008. Title

Flow measurement and characterization in shallow geothermal systems used for downhole heat exchanger applications

Creator:: Churchill, David J.
Abstract:: This thesis reports on an investigation of flow patterns in shallow geothermal wells in Klamath Falls, Oregon, Although wells have been extensively used in the area, the exact nature of the flows in the wells has not been characterized. Flow characterization is a principal object of this study. Horizontal crossflows...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Churchill for the degree of Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering presented on July 14, 1977 Title

Wave Energy Converter Array Optimization : Algorithm Development and Investigation of Layout Design Influences

Creator:: Sharp, Christopher J.
Abstract:: Realizing the vast amount of energy available in ocean waves, an industry has emerged that is progressing towards the deployment of grid–connected wave energy converters. Likely to be deployed in arrays, a challenge to the wave energy industry is maximizing the energy production of such arrays. We have been developing...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering Dean of the Graduate School I understand that my dissertation

Evaluation of failure diagnosis in conceptual design of mechanical systems

Creator:: Ruff, David N.
Abstract:: A methodology for improving quality and reducing life cycle costs of mechanical systems is described. The principal concept is that a system can be designed, in the conceptual stages, to be easier to diagnose for failures. To perform this, functional decomposition and form to function mapping are utilized both as...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: disciplines of engineering and concurrent engineering principles are applied to enhance the concept. Of the

Influence of environmental factors on human mental and motor performance in console operations

Creator:: Riggs, James Lear
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Influence of environmental factors on human mental and

Modeling of geothermal power plants using the binary fluid cycle

Creator:: Walter, Ronald A.
Abstract:: In light of the current world-wide energy situation, the utilization of the immense reserves of geothermal energy is being actively pursued. The thermal energy contained in a geothermal reservoir is mainly stored in rocks, but is also held in liquid water and/or steam. The generation of electrical power from these...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Electric, (39) and Roger's Engineering. (40) Some important features of these designs are shown in

Geothermal well downhole heat exchanger design analysis

Creator:: Kreitlow, David Brian
Abstract:: The low temperature geothermal resource at Klamath Falls, Oregon is widely used for heating buildings. A common technique for using this resource consists of a heat exchanger down in the well inside a casing which extends the full length of the well. Slots are cut in the casing to allow...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF DAVID BRIAN KREITLOW in MECHANICAL ENGINEERING for the degree of

Systematic design of biologically-inspired engineering solutions

Creator:: Nagel, Jacquelyn Kay
Abstract:: Biological organisms, phenomena and strategies, herein referred to as biological systems, provide a rich set of analogies that can be used to inspire engineering innovation. Biologically-inspired, or biomimetic, designs are publicly viewed as creative and novel solutions to human problems. Moreover, some biomimetic designs have become so commonplace that it...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: used for engineering design activities; and conceptualization of biomimetic engineering designs

Methodologies to improve reliability engineering in early design

Creator:: O'Halloran, Bryan M.
Abstract:: This thesis is the summation of two publications with the motivation to move reliability analysis earlier in the design process. Current analyses aim to improve reliability after components have been selected. Moving specific analyses earlier in the design process reduces the cost to the designer. These early design analyses provide...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Master's of Science in Mechanical Engineering - Thesis

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Experimental Validation of the Hydrodynamic Coefficients for an Oscillating Water Column Wave Energy Converter

Identifying customer requirements and designing for modularity in developing specialized, low production volume products

Flow measurement and characterization in shallow geothermal systems used for downhole heat exchanger applications

Wave Energy Converter Array Optimization : Algorithm Development and Investigation of Layout Design Influences

Evaluation of failure diagnosis in conceptual design of mechanical systems

Influence of environmental factors on human mental and motor performance in console operations

Modeling of geothermal power plants using the binary fluid cycle

Geothermal well downhole heat exchanger design analysis

Systematic design of biologically-inspired engineering solutions

Methodologies to improve reliability engineering in early design

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