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Established in 1891, the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering is one of 9 academic departments within the College of Engineering at the University of Missouri (est. 1839) in Columbia, Missouri. The Department offers the following undergraduate and graduate degrees: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BS ME), Master of Engineering, Master of Science in Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, Doctoral Degree in Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering. There are currently about 600 undergraduate and graduate students studying in the department.
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Condition-based monitoring system for diagnostics and prognostics of centrifugal pumps
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)Centrifugal pumps are the most commonly used pumps in industry. Therefore, maintenance is a very important part of the pump's life cycle. This work presents a systematic robust conditionbased monitoring process for diagnostics ... -
Investigation of mechanical behavior of closed-cell aluminum foam reinforced with carbon nanotubes under dynamic loadings
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Aluminum foams represent a unique class of solid cellular light metals that can undergo large deformations at a nearly constant stress known as Plateau ... -
Design of experimental apparatus for generation and measurement of an aerosol
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)This work is done as a requirement for the master's degree. In this work, a system for generating aerosol delivery into shock tube for interface creation and a method to measure aerosol is developed. In chapter 1, a brief ... -
Signal procession of single measurand for dynamical system identification
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)Accurate damage inspection and reliable health monitoring of dynamical systems rely on accurate dynamical data computation. In theory, if all three variables (i.e., displacement, velocity, and acceleration) of each point ... -
Development of a method for in vivo mechanical characterization of articular cartilage
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Arthritis is one of the leading causes of disability in the United States and the second most expensive to treat according to the CDC. One of the key ... -
Hybrid atomistic-continuum simulation of nucleate boiling with domain re-decomposition method
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)The bubble nucleation plays a pivotal role in the boiling process. In order to have a comprehensive understanding of this phenomenon, a critical consideration on fluid-solid interaction at atomistic level is imperative. ... -
Evaluation of modulus of 3d printed Polycaprolactone/Hydroxyapatite tissue scaffolds created using fused deposition modeling
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Biomaterial tissue scaffolds continue to grow as a potential solution for drug release and regenerative medicine. With the growing technology of 3D ... -
A parametric study of a curved nuclear fuel plate in a narrow channel using numeric fluid structure interaction modeling
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)In 2004 the Global Threat Reduction Initiative (GTRI) was established by the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) to quickly identify, secure, remove and/or closely monitor nuclear and radiological materials ... -
Analysis of Resonant Ultrasound Spectroscopy as a technique to evaluate material property changes
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)The objective of this thesis is to validate Resonant Ultrasound Spectroscopy (RUS) as a non-destructive evaluation tool that can be used to study effects of radiation on the mechanical properties of a material, mainly its ... -
Liquid metal heat sink for laptop computers
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)With the rapid miniaturization of the electronic systems, heat generation in the components becomes a major concern for thermal management. The high density of heat generation can be a bottleneck to attain higher performance ... -
The design, instrumentation, and validation of a multiphase shock tube facility
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)This paper investigates the experimental work in Shock Driven Multiphase Instabilities (SDMI). SDMIs occur when an interface consisting of a particle seeded gas is instantaneously accelerated and begins mixing. SDMIs have ... -
Fabrication and testing of a tool for thermodynamic characterization of microsamples
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Cryopreservation utilizes very low temperatures to preserve living cells and tissues. Successfully cryopreservation protocols for a limited number of ... -
Electromechanical evolution of Carbon nanotube-coated microfibers
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are best described as seamless cylindrical hollow fibers, comprised of a single sheet of pure graphite with extremely light ... -
Estimation of model states for a hydraulic valve system using an extended Kalman filter
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Pilot valves are considered as one of most common types of valves in the industry today. They are widely-used because their design is simple, they are ... -
Hybrid thermoelectric ejector refrigeration system
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)A mathematical model is developed to predict the refrigeration performance of an ejector powered by waste energy from a thermoelectric cooler. The model is based on constant pressure mixing process and considers the effect ... -
Lifetime analysis of irradiated beryllium in research reactors
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)The objective of this study is to develop a technique to predict onset of cracking and ultimately failure of materials exposed to neutronic bombardment. Beryllium is commonly used in research reactors as a reflector material ... -
The design and implementation of an endoscopic enabled mouth gag
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)The purpose of this project was to design and produce a working prototype of a device that could be used in upper airway Otolaryngology surgeries to increase nasopharynx visualization. The nasopharynx is the anatomical ... -
Graphene-sic particle reinforced aluminum alloy composite foam : response to high strain rate deformation
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)Aluminum foams are becoming potential material for multifunctional applications because it is lightweight and has excellent combination of physical and mechanical properties and noise and vibration mitigation characteristic. ... -
Parametric ideal cycle analysis of a scramjet engine at a constant combustion mach number
(2016)The 1920’s and 1930’s saw the development of the turbojet engine and turbofan engine,respectively. Supersonic combustion ramjet or scramjet engine development began in the United States the early 1950’s after the development ... -
An experimental investigation of a meter-scale flat-plate oscillating heat pipe
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)Ever-increasing demand for power in modern electronics presents challenge in thermal management. This paper shows the oscillating heat pipe (OHP) is considered a preferred solution for high heat application due to its heat ...