Browsing 2020 UMKC Theses - Freely Available Online by Thesis Department "Mechanical Engineering (UMKC)"
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Human Computer Interface for all: Understanding Barriers and Bridges in Technology to bring Equity to Parkinson’s Patients
(2020)This study was designed to investigate the daily challenges that Parkinson’s patients face and understand how they are related to technology and communication. A human-centered design was used in conjunction with the first ... -
Thermal Performance Modeling of a Novel Dual-PCM Evacuated U-Tube Solar Collector
(2020)Solar water heating (SWH) systems are a well-established and eco-friendly way to generate hot water for household or commercial applications as it utilizes energy from solar radiation which is readily available all year ... -
Viability and Validation of Near-Passive Descent Control for Quadrotor Systems
(2020)A quadrotor unmanned aerial vehicle capable of lifting small payloads can be used to deliver small payloads from high altitudes rapidly and with high accuracy. This thesis explores the viability of three methods for ...