Browsing Theses (UMKC) by Thesis Advisor "Caruso, Anthony N."
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Frequency and Field Strength Materials Characterization with Complementary Split-ring Resonators, Coplanar Waveguides, and the Virtual Ground Method
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2019)In the radiofrequency bands, measuring the power-dependent complex permittivity and permeability of materials that undergo metal–insulator transitions is a significant challenge which is important for defense and ... -
Investigation and development of wideband antenna gain enhancement techniques
(2023)The far-field gain of an antenna relies on its physical dimensions, often posing a challenge for achieving higher gain without increasing size. We address this issue by exploring innovative design strategies to enhance the ... -
Modeling and Design of a Silicon-Based High-Pressure 3HE Replacement Neutron Detector
(University of Missouri–Kansas City, 2015)3He has stood as a major isotope used for neutron detection for many years. Due to national concerns of a possible 3He shortage, significant effort has been put forth, in the form of 3He alternative research, to push the ... -
Neutron Response Vectorization and Optimization of Moderating Neutron Spectrometers for Active Interrogation
(University of Missouri–Kansas City, 2015)The detection of special nuclear material (SNM) is no trivial task; the low activity of isotopes such as 235U and the ease of shielding make their passive detection virtually impossible in the maritime environment. Active ... -
Wideband high-power transmission line pulse transformers
(2021)Geometric transformers are often used in radar and communications systems to transition between signal driving and radiating elements that terminate in significantly different geometries with unity input/output impedance. ...