Browsing 2006 Theses (MU) by Thesis Department "Mechanical and aerospace engineering (MU)"
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Applying and analyzing robust modern control on uncertain hydraulic systems
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)In this work modern robust control systems are designed and compared to standard techniques for a hydraulic implement system. The system includes an independent metering valve (IMV) and a variable displacement pump. The ... -
Characterization of drillability of sandwich structure of carbon fiber reinforced epoxy composite over titanium alloy
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Composite-over-Titanium structures are the major candidates for substitution of conventional materials in aerospace industries. This paper investigates ... -
Experimental investigation of nanofluid oscillating heat pipes
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)An experimental investigation was conducted of oscillating heat pipes (OHP) charged with diamond nanofluid. By combining the high thermal conductivity of nanofluids with the high heat transport rate of OHPs, a new type of ... -
A fault detection scheme for modeled and unmodeled faults in a simple hydraulic actuator system using an extended Kalman filter
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)In this work an extended Kalman filter (EKF) is used to detect a variety of faults in a simple hydraulic actuator system. Much interest exists in detecting faults in their early stages in the hopes that machine downtime ... -
Galilean moon tour using simplified trajectory computational techniques
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)It is desired to find a trajectory for a spacecraft that will capture into an orbit about Jupiter and then subsequently capture into an orbit about each of the Galilean moons. The two main variables are the mass ratio, ... -
Modeling, design and control of forced-feedback metering poppet valve system
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)This research explores valve design, dynamic modeling, and techniques to achieve flow control for a forced-feedback metering poppet valve system. In particular, nonlinear and linear models of a forced feedback configuration ... -
Modern control design for a variable displacement hydraulic pump
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)In this work modern control methods are used to design and analyze control methods for a variable-displacement hydraulic pump. More accurate uncertainty descriptions are derived by using a structured uncertainty model as ... -
Nanomechanical property characterization of femoral head materials
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Orthopedic Implants under long-term physiological loading could produce changes in the surface mechanical properties and possible failure. The knowledge ... -
A single-sided access simultaneous solution of acoustic wave speed and sample thickness for isotropic materials of plate-type geometry
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)In ultrasonic nondestructive evaluation, acoustic waves are used to inspect and characterize materials. Two commonly measured parameters are material thickness and acoustic wave speed in the material. These parameters are ... -
Theoretical and experimental investigation of oscillating heat pipes
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)A mathematical model describing the oscillation characteristics of slug flow in a capillary tube is presented. The model considers the vapor bubble as the gas spring for the oscillating motions in a capillary tube including ...