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A numerical simulation of a single shock-accelerated particle
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Particle drag models, which capture macro viscous and pressure effects, have been developed over the years for various flow regimes to enable cost ...
Material property prediction and structural inverse design with modern deep learning techniques
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] To manipulate the mechanical and physical properties of bulk materials, like metals, ceramics, and semiconductors, the introduction of structural ...
Topological mechanics and acoustics : theoretical and experimental demonstration
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Topological insulators are new phases of matter whose properties are derived from a number of qualitative yet robust topological invariants rather ...
Automatic oxygen controller design for premature infants with clinical evaluation
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI--COLUMBIA AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] For premature infants, the peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2) level has significant effects on their health. Manual adjustment of fraction ...
Numerical study of self-assembly of granular and colloidal particles
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
Self-assembly of granular materials and colloids are studied using several different computational methods such as Discrete Element Method (DEM), Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) method, finite volume Volume of Fluid ...
Assessing mechanical properties of the cardiovascular system
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
The elasticity of wall of the arteries plays a significant role in cardiovascular system. Capacitance of the aorta is predicative of cardiovascular events[1]. To get better understanding the function of the cardiovascular ...
A combined analytical and experimental approach for prediction of properties of Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) parts
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) is a technique used to build rapid prototypes out of thermoplastic materials. Printing technology continues to mature from a rapid prototyping process to a rapid manufacturing technique, ...
Polynomial system identification modeling and adaptive model predictive control of arterial oxygen saturation in premature infants
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
The automation of the regulation of the fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2) in neonatal mechanical ventilation to treat respiratory distress syndrome has proven challenging due to competing objectives: maintaining arterial ...
Reliability of EAM potentials for FCC metals properties prediction
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI--COLUMBIA AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] A perfectly transferable interatomic potential that works for different materials and systems of interest is lacking. This work considers ...
Validating the use of machine learning techniques in evaluating additive manufactured elastic materials
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] As additive manufacturing continues to find widespread use in research and industry and the number of materials suitable for use in additive manufacturing, ...
Experimental investigation of microencapsulated phase change material water slurry performance in an oscillating heat pipe
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2022)
An experimental investigation was performed to determine the heat transfer performance of an oscillating heat pipe (OHP) with a micro-encapsulated phase change material (MPCM) slurry working fluid. In this investigation, ...
Thermal properties of disodium hydrogen phosphate dodecahydrate coated metal foam/sodium acetate trihydrate composite as phase change material
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2022)
Salt hydrates such as sodium acetate trihydrate (SAT) can store large amounts of energy by leveraging a high latent heat of fusion. In this study, aluminum and copper foams with pore sizes of 40, 80, and 110 pores per inch ...
Multiscale phase change, heat and mass transfer in direct contact membrane distillation
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
The global water shortage has become a serious threat for the world and the most promising solution for the water issue is the desalination of seawater or brackish water. In this work, direct contact membrane distillation ...
Evaluation of process-structure-property relationships of carbon nanotube forests using simulation and deep learning
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
This work is aimed to explore process-structure-property relationships of carbon nanotube (CNT) forests. CNTs have superior mechanical, electrical and thermal properties that make them suitable for many applications. Yet, ...
Validation of models for shock-driven hydrodynamic instabilities
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
The propagation of fluids through space-time is a truly beautiful and mysterious marvel that humankind has spent nearly all our existence trying to comprehend, understand, manipulate, and master. From waves over water to ...
Study of energy efficiency comparison between smooth V-belt and cogged V-belt for power transmission
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
In the United States, annually about 0.4 Trillion kWh of electricity is used in electric motors or mechanical drives. A good majority use belt drives for power transmission between the electric motor and mechanical load. ...
Attenuation of low frequency pressure pulsations
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
In this thesis, the concept of hydraulic pulsating filter is explored and developed. The filter or resonator is designed to attenuate the pulsation that occurs when the hydraulic pump is discharged. Pumps pulsate over a ...
Effect of temperature on the mechanical behavior of the CNT reinforced epoxy
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
In this thesis, the effect of temperature on the mechanical behavior of CNT reinforced epoxy has been investigated. The first step for this research will be to produce SWCNT - epoxy and MWCNT - epoxy in the lab in the forms ...
Development of a four-wheeled robotic platform for autonomous inspection
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] There is a significant need of developing advanced robots to mitigate the time-consuming and labor-intensive maintenance and examination of the heat ...
Application of microturbines in improving the energy efficiency of municipal wastewater treatment plants in Missouri.
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
Hydropower is a source of renewable energy. It is possible to combine a hydropower installation with an existing wastewater plant while ensuring it still performs its basic purpose. The multipurpose scheme would be integrated ...