Browsing 2011 UMKC Theses - Freely Available Online by Thesis Department "Mechanical Engineering (UMKC)"
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Optimization of ligament parameters on a subject-specific computational human knee model in a dynamic knee simulator using design of experiments
(University of Missouri-Kansas City, 2011-12-09)The objective of this study was to optimize ligament parameters used in a dynamic three dimensional subject-specific computational knee model. The parameters of interest are the zero load length (lambda sub zero), stiffness ... -
Optimization of the slag tap for the gasification of sustainable feedstocks
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-01-17)The objective of this study was to optimize a slag tapping block for use with a molten slag bath containing slag from the gasification of biomass and municipal solid waste feedstocks. Theoretical testing was conducted ...