Theses from 2017
Crack Healing in 304L Stainless Steel Using Additive Manufacturing and Friction Stir Processing (FSP), Cameron Scott Gygi
Continuous Permeability Measurement During Unidirectional Vacuum Infusion Processing, David Wayne Hoagland
The Application of Artificial Neural Networks for Prioritization of Independent Variables of a Discrete Event Simulation Model in a Manufacturing Environment, Rebecca Pires dos Santos
Theses from 2016
Friction Bit Joining of Dissimilar Combinations of GADP 1180 Steel and AA 7085 – T76 Aluminum, Lorne Steele Atwood
Feasibility of Friction Stir Processing (FSP) as a Method of Healing Cracks in Irradiated 304L Stainless Steels, Cameron Cornelius Gunter
A Quantitative Approach to the Identification and Prediction of Supply Chain Agility, David A. Sheffield
Theses from 2015
Void Modeling in Resin Infusion, Mark Wesley Brandley
Compressibility Measurement and Modeling to Optimize Flow Simulation of Vacuum Infusion Processing for Composite Materials, Paul Hannibal
Experimental and Numerical Study of High-Speed Friction Stir Spot Welding of Advanced High-Strength Steel, Utsab Karki
A Simple Method for Evaluating Wear in Different Grades of Tooling Applied to Friction Stir Spot Welding, Kirtis Frankland Kennard
Integrating Process Mining with Discrete-Event Simulation Modeling, Siyao Liu
Characterizing the Effects of Capillary Flow During Liquid Composite Molding, Michael Ray Morgan
Friction Bit Joining of Dissimilar Combinations of DP 980 Steel and AA 7075, Rebecca Hilary Peterson
The Programmatic Generation of Discrete-Event Simulation Models from Production Tracking Data, Christopher Rand Smith
Theses from 2014
Magnetic Holding of Synthetic Quartz For Precision Grinding, Saudin Basic
Creating Total Value Engineering Through Combining Design for Manufacturing and Design for Six Sigma Constructs, David Ryan Christensen
Friction Bit Joining of Dissimilar Combinations of Advanced High-Strength Steel and Aluminum Alloys, Lile P. Squires
Theses from 2013
Characterization and Processing Evaluation of Starch/High-Density Polyethylene Materials in Extrusion Blow Molding, Bradley Dale Bacigalupi
Maximization of Hydraulic Flow through Small Flexible Polymer Tubes by the Optimization of Tubing Stiffness and Wall Thickness, Christopher L. Chipman
Starch Resin Moisture Level Effect on Injection Molding Processability and Molded Part Mechanical Properties with Pure Starch Resin and Polymer Blends, Jordan M. Ellingson
Location-Allocation Optimization of Supply Chain Distribution Networks: A Case Study, Mark Nicholas Helberg
The Sustainability of Lean Manufacturing as a Competitive Advantage, Louis G. Jones
Theses from 2012
Friction Stir Spot Welding of Ultra-High Strength Steel, Trent J. Hartman
A Comparative Study of Strength and Stiffness of Thin-Walled Specimens Fabricated By FDM and 3D Printing Technologies, Miranda Rodrigo
High Speed Friction Stir Spot Welding on DP 980 Steel:Joint Properties and Tool Wear, Nathan David Saunders
Theses from 2011
A Study of the Cause of Failure of Rotationally Molded, High-Density Polyethylene, Sodium Hypochlorite Storage Tanks, Dixon Harold Abell
Tool Life of Various Tool Materials When Friction Spot Welding DP980 Steel, Christopher Shane Ridges
A Total Cost Approach to Supply Chain Risk Modeling, Brian J. Saunders
Friction Bit Joining of 5754 Aluminum to DP980 Ultra-High Strength Steel: A Feasibility Study, Britney Weickum
Theses from 2010
Testing Guidelines for New Product Development, Derek W. Egbert
An Experimental Investigation of Friction Bit Joining in AZ31 Magnesium and Advanced High-Strength Automotive Sheet Steel, Rebecca Gardner
Investigation of RF Curing Parameters in Resin Infusion Molding, Christopher K. Love
Processing a Nickel Nanostrand and Nickel Coated Carbon Fiber Filled Conductive Polyethylene by Injection Molding, David Anthony Whitworth
Lean Manufacturing as a Source of Competitive Advantage, Ryan Scott Williams
Natural Fibers and Fiberglass: A Technical and Economic Comparison, Justin Andrew Zsiros
Theses from 2009
An Improved Cube Cell Assembly for the Use With High Pressure/High Temperature Cubic Apparatus in Manufacturing Polycrystalline Diamond Compact Inserts, Kevin Christian Bach
An Investigative Study of the Difficulties Experienced by Engineers Transitioning into Leadership/Management Positions, Joseph Alan Wilde
Theses from 2008
Lean Six Sigma as a Source of Competitive Advantage, Alessandro Giorgio Cavallini
The Effect of Liquid Hot Filling Temperature on Blow-Molded HDPE Bottle Properties, Benjamin S. Hudson
Development and Characterization of Friction Bit Joining: A New Solid State Spot Joining Technology Applied to Dissimilar Al/Steel Joints, Brandon Raymond Siemssen
Wire-Braced Semirigid Elevated Rotor System Concept for a Human-Powered Helicopter, Jonathan Richard Silvester
Development of a Quality Improvement Method for International Manufacturing, Andrew J. Strong
Development of a Particle Flow Test for Rotational Molding, Russell B. Whatcott
Theses from 2007
An Evaluation of American Companies that Outsource Manufacturing to China: Decision-Making and Performance, Michael Kenyon Favreau
The Effect of Inquiry-Based Learning in a Technical Classroom: The Impact on Student Learning and Attitude, Ian R. Hartman
Friction Stir Welding of High-Strength Automotive Steel, Eric Michael Olsen
Spot Friction Welding of Ultra High-Strength Automotive Sheet Steel, Jack H. Sederstrom
Comparing the Feasibility of Cutting Thin-Walled Sections from Five Commonly Used Metals Utilizing Wire Electric Discharge Machining, Richard C. Stephenson
A Qualitative Study of Selected Quality Knowledge and Practices in Guangdong Province, China, Tyler R. Thomas
Theses from 2006
Automated Manipulation for the Lotus Filament Winding Process, Jeffrey V. Anderson
A New Spectroscopic Method for the Non-Destructive Characterization of Weathering Damage in Plastics, Andrew Robert George
Incorporating Wireless Power Transfer in an LED Lighting Application, Jonathan S. Shipley
The Art and Science of Discontinuous Innovation: A Case Study in Product Reinvention, Daniel C. Smoot
A Solution for Commodity Field Hauling with Self-Unloading Semi-Trailers, Lee Pagens Wilkerson
An Evaluation of Attributes and Competencies for Manufacturing Engineering Technology Graduates, Loni S. Williamson
Theses from 2005
The Purposes and Evaluation Methods for State Residential General Contractor Licensing, James Ellis Fenn
Suitability of the NIST Shop Data Model as a Neutral File Format for Simulation, Gregory Brent Harward
Determination of Wall Thickness and Height when Cutting Various Materials with Wire Electric Discharge Machining Processes, Sangseop Kim
A Tool Wear Comparative Study in Turning Versus Computer Simulation in 1018 Steel, Woodrow D. Miner
Development of Commercial Applications for Recycled Plastics Using Finite Element Analysis, Nanjunda Narasimhamurthy
A Gasless Method of Spraying Thermoplastic Resin, Dan T. Rogers
Integrating Value Stream Mapping and Simulation, Michelle E. Scullin
Computer-Simulation-Assisted Lean Manufacturing Training, Luoding Wang
Theses from 2004
A Method for Winding Advanced Composites of Unconventional Shapes using Continuous and Aligned Fibers, Abraham K. Allen
The Effectiveness of Computer-Based Tutorials in Learning Computer-Aided Design Methods for Tool Design Procedures, Andrew Moroni Hall
A Finite Element Simulation of Temperature and Material Flow in Fricton Stir Welding, Mark J. Lasley
The Benefit of Using Simulation to Improve The Implementation of Lean Manufacturing Case Study: Quick Changeovers to Allow Level Loading of The Assembly Line, Jack J. McClellan
New Product Launch Decisions under Competition and Uncertainty: A Real Options and Game-Theoretic Approach to New Product Development, James O. Ostler