Theses/Dissertations from 2010
Automated Tool Design for Complex Free-Form Components, Kevin G. Foster
Optimization and Correlation of the Penn State Model of Friction Stir Welding to Experimental Welds in 304L Stainless Steel, Devin Donaldson Furse
Development of a Plasma Arc Manufacturing Process and Machine to Create Metal Oxide Particles in Water From Wire Feedstock, Jonathan Alan George
Design Principles and Preliminary Actuation Approaches for Novel Multiple-Layer Lamina Emergent Mechanisms, Paul Shumway Gollnick
Modeling, Design, and Testing of Contact-Aided Compliant Mechanisms in Spinal Arthroplasty, Peter Andrew Halverson
Optimal Design of a Planar 3-RPR Haptic Interface Based on Manipulability, Wesley Kay Harris
Methods to Streamline Laminate Composite Design, Analysis, and Optimization, Ammon Ikaika No Kapono Hepworth
Piezoresistive Nano-Composites: Characterization and Applications, Thomas B. Hyatt
Recognizing Parametric Geometry from Topology Optimization Results, Shane H. Larsen
Multiobjective Optimization Method for Identifying Modular Product Platforms and Modules that Account for Changing Needs over Time, Patrick K. Lewis
Scanning Laser Registration and Structural Energy Density Based Active Structural Acoustic Control, Daniel Alan Manwill
Integrating Engineering and Communication Tools for the Automation of Design Rationale Capture, Kenneth John Mix
A Computational Fluid Dynamics Feature Extraction Method Using Subjective Logic, Clifton H. Mortensen
Straightness of Growth for Carbon Nanotube Microelectromechanical Systems, Kellen S. Moulton
Using Design of Experiments and Electron Backscatter Diffraction to Model Extended Plasticity Mechanisms In Friction Stir Welded AISI 304L Stainless Steel, Benjamin D. Nelson
A Design Framework that Employs a Classification Scheme and Library for Compliant Mechanism Design, Brian Mark Olsen
Quantitative and Qualitative Results from Droplet Impingement Experiments on Superhydrophobic Surfaces with Micro-Ribs for Three Liquid Types, John T. Pearson
Influence of Material and Geometric Parameters on the Flow-Induced Vibration of Vocal Folds Models, Brian A. Pickup
Corrosion-related Gas Measurements and Analysis for a Suite of Coals in Staged Pulverized Coal Combustion, Todd A. Reeder
Particle Image Velocimetry Analysis on the Effects of Stator Loading on Transonic Blade-Row Interactions, Scott B. Reynolds
Design and Evaluation of a Humanoid Robot for Autism Therapy, Daniel J. Ricks
Defect Detection Microscopy, Stuart Craig Rogers
Active Noise Control of a Two-Fan Exhaust-Mounted Array Using Near-Field Control Sources and Error Sensors, Ryan Leonard Rust
Developing Intelligent Engineering Collaboration Tools Through the use of Design Rationale, Jordan David Ryskamp
Design and Analysis of a Compliant Mechanism Spinal Implant, Eric M. Stratton
Investigation of Mechanical Differentials as Continuously Variable Transmissions, Dax B. Wells
A Flexible Context Architecture for a Multi-User GUI, Yue Xu
Theses/Dissertations from 2009
Haptic Collision Avoidance for a Remotely Operated Quadrotor UAV in Indoor Environments, Adam M. Brandt
Automated Data Import and Revision Management in a Product Lifecycle Management Environment, Brad Walton Brooks
Energy Dissipation Caused by Asphalt Roadway Gouges for Use in Accident Reconstruction, Charles L. Crosby
Efficient Rotation Algorithms for Texture Evolution, Mark W. Esty
Radiation and Convection Heat Transfer in Wildland Fire Environments, David J. Frankman
Characterizing Material Property Tradeoffs of Polycrystalline Diamond for Design Evaluation and Selection, Neil David Haddock
A Methodology for Designing Product Components with Built-in Barriers to Reverse Engineering, Stephen P. Harston
Cross-Correlation-Based Texture Analysis Using Kinematically Simulated EBSD Patterns, Joshua Peter Kacher
CAD-Centric Dynamic Workflow Generation, Travis L. Kenworthy
Piezoresistive Models for Polysilicon with Bending or Torsional Loads, Gerrit T. Larsen
Applications of Variation Analysis Methods to Automotive Mechanisms, Robert C. Leishman
Development of a Methodology for Numerical Simulation of a D C ARC Discharge in a Liquid Dielectric, Christopher James Lewis
A Numerical Model of the Friction Stir Plunge, Stanford Wayne McBride
Vision-Based Precision Landings of a Tailsitter UAV, Paul Travis Millet
A Method for Making In Situ Emittance Measurements of Coal Ash Deposits, Travis J. Moore
Frequency Response of the Skin on the Head and Neck During Production of Selected Speech Sounds, Jacob B. Munger
Developing Response Surfaces Based on Tool Geometry for a Convex Scrolled Shoulder Step Spiral (CS4) Friction Stir Processing Tool Used to Weld AL 7075, Bryce K. Nielsen
Numerical Characterizaton of the Inlet Flow in Eleven Radial Flow Turbomachines, Nathan O. Packard
Evaluation of the Benefits of Oxy-combustion on Emissions from a Compression Ignition Engine, Thomas A. Salt
Analysis of Induced Vibrations in Fully-Developed Turbulent Pipe Flow Using a Coupled LES and FEA Approach, Thomas P. Shurtz
Off-axis Stiffness and Piezroresistive Sensing in Large-displacement Linear-motion Microelectromechanical Systems, David G. Smith
Experimental Characterization of Flow Induced Vibration in Turbulent Pipe Flow, Andrew S. Thompson
Laminar and Turbulent Flow of a Liquid Through Channels with Superhydrophobic Walls Exhibiting Alternating Ribs and Cavities, Brady L. Woolford
Development of Methods to Propagate Energy Density and Predict Farfield Directivity Using Nearfield Acoustic Holography, Scott Richard Woolston
Theses/Dissertations from 2008
Design and Testing of a Pumpless Microelectromechanical System Nanoinjector, Quentin Theodore Aten
Robust Parameterization Schema for CAx Master Models, Courtney L. Berglund
Measurements and Modeling of Coal Ash Deposition in an Entrained-Flow Reactor, Ryan P. Blanchard
Generating CAD Parametric Features Based on Topology Optimization Results, William R. Blattman
Optimization Constrained CAD Framework with ISO-Performing Design Generator, Kelly Eric Bowman
Characterizing the Three-Dimensional Behavior of Bistable Micromechanisms, Brian B. Cherry
Characterization of the Thermal Transport Through a Temporally-Varying Ash Layer, Darron Palmer Cundick
An Investigation of Positive Engagement, Continuously Variable Transmissions, Ryan R. Dalling
Characterization of Synthetic, Self-Oscillating Vocal Fold Models, James S. Drechsel
Parametric Optimization Design System for a Fluid Domain Assembly, Matthew Jackson Fisher
Attitude Estimation and Maneuvering for Autonomous Obstacle Avoidance by Miniature Air Vehicles, James K. Hall
Design and Analysis of a Positively Engaged Continuously Variable Transmission, Brandon Levi Haupt
Development of a Miniature VTOL Tail-Sitter Unmanned Aerial Vehicle, Jeffrey V. Hogge
Mode I Fracture Toughness Testing of Friction Stir Processed HSLA-65, Jeffery D. Horschel
Investigation of Heterogeneity of FSW Inconel 718 Coupled with Welding Thermal Cycle, Dong Fang Huang
Fundamental Components for Lamina Emergent Mechanisms, Joseph O. Jacobsen
Vision-Assisted Control of a Hovering Air Vehicle in an Indoor Setting, Neil G. Johnson
Exploring the Common Design Space of Dissimilar Assembly Parameterizations for Interdisciplinary Design, Brady M. Larson
Material Flow Behavior in Friction Stir Welding, Brian C. Liechty
A Mechanistic Investigation of Nitrogen Evolution in Pulverized Coal Oxy-Fuel Combustion, Andrew John Mackrory
An Optimization-Based Framework for Designing Robust Cam-Based Constant-Force Compliant Mechanisms, John Christian Meaders
Tooth Engagement Evaluation of Involute Spline Couplings, Robert R. Robins
Design of a Three-Passage Low Reynolds Number Turbine Cascade with Periodic Flow Conditions, Daniel R. Rogers
Analog Feedback Control of an Active Sound Transmission Control Module, Jason Derek Sagers
High-level, Product Type-specific Programmatic Operations for Streamlining Associative Computer-aided Design, Nathan W. Scott
Multi-physics Modeling and Calibration for Self-sensing of Thermomechanical In-plane Microactuators, Kendall B. Teichert
A Compliant Threshold Acceleration Sensor Integrated with Radio Frequency Identifiable Tags, Benjamin L. Todd
ECAD to MCAD Interoperability for Automated Enclosure Design, Adam C. Wilcox
Achieving Complex Motion with Fundamental Components for Lamina Emergent Mechanisms, Brian Geoffrey Winder
Product Family Design Using Smart Pareto Filters, Jonathan D. Yearsley
Theses/Dissertations from 2007
An Investigation of a Positive Engagement, Continuously Variable Transmission, Brian S. Andersen
Principles, Functions, and Concepts for Compliant Mechanically Reactive Armor Elements, Cameron S. Andersen
Accurate Target Geolocation and Vision-Based Landing with Application to Search and Engage Missions for Miniature Air Vehicles, Duncan B. Barber
One-Dimensional Performance Modeling of Centrifugal Flow Vaned Diffusers, Jamin J. Bitter
The Effects of Vortex Generator Jet Frequency, Duty Cycle, and Phase on Separation Bubble Dynamics, Matthew J. Bloxham
A Geometry-Based Motion Planner for Direct Machining and Control, Robert M. Cheatham
Particle Size, Gas Temperature, and Impingement Cooling Effects on High Pressure Turbine Deposition in Land Based Gas Turbines from Various Synfuels, Jared M. Crosby
Autonomic Product Development Process Automation, John E. Daley
A Generalized Two-Dimensional Model to Reconstruct the Impact Phase in Automobile Collisions, Regis Agenor David
Design and Fabrication of Out-of-Plane Silicon Microneedles with Integrated Hydrophobic Microchannels, Michael S. Diehl
Incorporating Grain Size Effects in Taylor Crystal Plasticity, Bradley S. Fromm
An Investigation of Methods to Homogeneously Entrain and Suspend Abrasive Particles in a Low Pressure Dental Water Jet, Michael Sean Grygla
Multi-stable Compliant Rolling-contact Elements, Peter Andrew Halverson
Applications of Search Theory to Coordinated Searching by Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Steven R. Hansen
Evaluating the Application of Modularity to Reduce Market Risk in Technology Push Products, Aaron John Hopkinson
A Numerical Vortex Approach To Aerodynamic Modeling of SUAV/VTOL Aircraft, Douglas F. Hunsaker
Panoramic Video for Efficient Ground Surveillance from Small Unmanned Air Vehicles, Joseph Aaron Jackson
Numerical Study of Fully Developed Laminar and Turbulent Flow Through Microchannels with Longitudinal Microstructures, Kevin B. Jeffs