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Introduction Of Iowa System Of Curves To Reliability Engineers, Alamgir Alvi
Introduction Of Iowa System Of Curves To Reliability Engineers, Alamgir Alvi
Masters Theses
The reliability engineers have been using different techniques and a good number of theoretical models to analyze and predict the performance of the designed systems and products. While, most of the engineers working in the area of life analysis, have been using the empirical model named Iowa systems of curves to analyze and forecast the service life of industrial properties. Two different groups of experts have obviously been working toward almost the same objective but using different techniques and tools. The purpose of this study is to introduce to reliability engineers the Iowa systems of curves and compare this empirical …
Development Of A Versatile Wide-Angle Lens Characterization Strategy For Use In The Omnister Stereo Vision System, Keith B. Johnson
Development Of A Versatile Wide-Angle Lens Characterization Strategy For Use In The Omnister Stereo Vision System, Keith B. Johnson
Masters Theses
This thesis details the development of an accurate and efficient wide-angle stereo vision system. Wide-angle or fisheye stereo is desired because it provides the capability to recover depth information for a large scene from a single stereo image pair. However, nonlinear image distortions caused by the camera optics complicate the necessary stereo processes of camera modeling and disparity analysis . The characterization and removal of these lens distortions therefore is considered vital to stereo evaluation of fisheye images. Existing wide-angle stereo systems have maintained the use of pinhole projections to model the respective camera systems . This ideal projection model …
Experimental Investigation Of Water Spray Cooling Characteristics Of A Solid Heated Surface, Rainer F. Ponzel
Experimental Investigation Of Water Spray Cooling Characteristics Of A Solid Heated Surface, Rainer F. Ponzel
Masters Theses
Water spray cooling characteristics of a solid heated surface were investigated to better understand the physical phenomenon of nucleate boiling heat transfer for full cone sprays. An experimental test loop was developed to conduct the spray cooling experiments. A uniform heat flux condition was assumed, and the liquid flow rate and nozzle orifice diameter were selected as the main variables. Two water temperatures were chosen to perform the study. Saturated water spray was utilized to measure the wall superheat temperature. Subcooled water spray was applied to investigate the effect of water spray in the single-phase regime.
Experiments conducted using the …
Flow Due To A Moving Pressure Distribution Over Free-Surface With Finite-Depth Bottom, Noriaki Okita
Flow Due To A Moving Pressure Distribution Over Free-Surface With Finite-Depth Bottom, Noriaki Okita
Masters Theses
Two-dimensional, steady-state and time-dependent analysis of wave making phenomenon due to a moving pressure distribution in sub-critical Froude number was performed. The domain is consisted of undisturbed free-surface at y=0, flat bottom at y=-h, and it is unbounded in horizontal direction. The pressure distribution was treated as an ideal model of an air-cushioned-vehicle (ACV). Ideal flow theory and linearized boundary conditions were used. Numerical integration algorithm was developed to evaluate the analytical solution. The surface elevation, bottom pressure profiles, and wave resistance were analyzed as functions of speed and depth.
The steady-state wave resistance calculated from the surface elevation profile …
Design And Development Of A User Interface Between Mapics/Db And Factor 5.2, Raghu Pothuri
Design And Development Of A User Interface Between Mapics/Db And Factor 5.2, Raghu Pothuri
Masters Theses
An interface program was designed to transfer production data from MAPICS/DB, a MRP II software, to FACTOR 5.2, a Finite Capacity Scheduling software. Since FACTOR 5.2 is designed to be used in a stand-alone mode with its own independent data base, this interface program extracts data from the MRP II System and converts it to formats specified by the Scheduling System. To create a computer model of the manufacturing process, information about manufacturing orders, routings, and production facilities was obtained from MAPICS/DB files. Certain information needed by FACTOR 5.2, which is not available in MAPICS/DB, was supplemented by the program …
Fuzzy Based Forebody Vortex Flow Controller For The X-29a Aircraft, Jin Suzuki
Fuzzy Based Forebody Vortex Flow Controller For The X-29a Aircraft, Jin Suzuki
Masters Theses
This paper demonstrates the development and performance of A Fuzzy Logic based regulator for an aircraft which is equipped with pneumatic forebody Vortex Flow Controller at high angle-of-attack flight condition. The VFC provides the pilot additional control power at flight conditions where conventional effectors such as rudder and differential flaps lose effectiveness.
Fuzzy Logic Control (FLC) is applied to a mixed bang-bang and conventional type control system. This unique configuration ensures robustness of the system and simplifies the controller design. Performance of the FLC based regulator shows a 10.3% reduction in cost function compared to the system controlled by a …
The Design And Implementation Of A Field-Scale Monitoring System To Evaluate Spatial Variability Within Production Cotton Fields, Michael Spencer Palmer
The Design And Implementation Of A Field-Scale Monitoring System To Evaluate Spatial Variability Within Production Cotton Fields, Michael Spencer Palmer
Masters Theses
Much interest has been focused on site-specific crop production since the introduction of grain yield monitoring systems. Considerable research has been conducted in the area of site-specific grain production. Lack of a cotton yield monitor has slowed implementation of site-specific practices in cotton production. However, due to the intense level of management corrunonly associated with in cotton production. it may prove to be an ideal crop for site-specific practices.
Preliminary testing was conducted in the fall of 1995 to verify that a batch weighing system used in conjunction with Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment was a satisfactory method of monitoring …
Evolutionary Codesign, Karthikeyan Ethirajan
Evolutionary Codesign, Karthikeyan Ethirajan
Masters Theses
We present our approach to hardware/software partitioning for embedded systems based upon Evolutionary Algorithms. We have implemented it in a CAD tool, EvoC - Evolutionary Codesign which does automatic hardware/software partitioning of real-time embedded systems at the system level. Our objective is to find good design configurations that are tuned towards user's preferences. We are able to explore a large, often intractable design space using Evolutionary Algorithms while evaluating solutions having multiple and sometimes conflicting attributes in the light of Multi-Attribute Utility Theory. EvoC provides a generic format for specifying a wide variety of design problems and the implementation assumes …
Predicting Timing Behavior In Architectural Design Exploration Of Real-Time Embedded Systems, Rajeshkumar Sambandam
Predicting Timing Behavior In Architectural Design Exploration Of Real-Time Embedded Systems, Rajeshkumar Sambandam
Masters Theses
This thesis aims at developing efficient analytical techniques to perform trade-off studies in the architectural design exploration phase of real-time embedded systems. Real-time embedded systems (RTES) have stringent timing requirements. In the process of designing such a system, a key issue is to determine if a system is able to meet all the timing requirements imposed on it, though it may prove attractive in terms of cost and performance. Traditional methods of using event-driven simulation for modern RTES are very time consuming and are not guaranteed to prove feasibility. Specifically, we identify a flexibility metric to compare various options in …
Stemming Technique For Loading Angled Holes Charged With Anfo, Michael David Wilkins
Stemming Technique For Loading Angled Holes Charged With Anfo, Michael David Wilkins
Masters Theses
"Little research has been published on stemming blast holes, particularly what happens during the process. Previous work has concentrated on the performance of the inert material to find the best way to seal the hole and retain the explosive energy, at the exclusion of determining what happens during the loading and stemming process. Such studies were carried out by Konya and Worsey.
The major problem with stemming studies is that rock is an opaque material, and the actual mechanisms involved during the stemming process cannot be viewed. For this reason, tests were performed using clear tubes to simulate a blast …
Asynchronous Distance Learning Technology: The Instructor's Perspective, Earl Alexander Evans
Asynchronous Distance Learning Technology: The Instructor's Perspective, Earl Alexander Evans
Masters Theses
"Advances in communications, computer technology and human-computer interfaces have enabled concurrent advances in Web-based education. A number of case studies concerning applications of Web-based education for both distance learning and on-campus programs have been published. Primarily, these studies have focused on individual assessments of the Web-based technologies. In addition, these published studies have generally highlighted the successes while little discussion about failed attempts has been presented in the literature.
In contrast, this thesis provides a broad-based assessment of applied Web technology for higher education. This research was conducted via a survey completed by twenty five university and college faculty from …
The Effects Of Machining On Structure And Tribological Properties Of Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene For Artificial Joint Prostheses, Jinshan Song
Masters Theses
Understanding the effect of machining on the structure and property of subsurface layer of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) can significantly facilitate the increase in longevity of artificial joints. This study was performed to investigate the machining effects on the polymeric structure and tribological properties. Machining parameters include cutting speed, tool feed rate and depth of cut. Temperature rise was studied during machining to assess the extent of thermal degradation due to machining. Polymeric structure of the semicrystalline polymer was characterized using differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) in terms of melting enthalpy, crystallinity and melting temperature. Surface texture and hardness …
Damage Detection Of Bridge-Like Structures Using State Space Models, Javier Valentin Sivico
Damage Detection Of Bridge-Like Structures Using State Space Models, Javier Valentin Sivico
Masters Theses
"A global damage detection algorithm for bridge-like structures is proposed. This method provides the capability of determining the reduction in both stiffness and damping parameters of the structural elements. It is assumed the mass of the structural elements is not affected by the damages, which is a reasonable assumption for bridge-like structures. The proposed method uses the state space representation of the structural dynamics to make the diagnosis of the structural integrity. Given that the state space representation of any system is not unique, the damage detection procedure is developed for the physical coordinates of the state space representation. A …
Reinforcement Of Web Openings In Cold-Formed Steel Members, Erika Kirsten Nelson
Reinforcement Of Web Openings In Cold-Formed Steel Members, Erika Kirsten Nelson
Masters Theses
"To expand on previous research concerning perforated cold-formed steel web elements, an experimental investigation was conducted to examine the influence of reinforcement on the behavior and strength of single web flexural members with web openings. In current design practice, reduction factors are applied to the strength equations to account for the debilitating effect of web openings. This reduction in capacity may lead to the selection of a greater member thickness or depth than would be required of a solid web member. A more economical approach may be to reinforce the web in the proximity of the opening to increase the …
Mechanical And Tribological Properties Of Composites Of Recycled High Density Polyethylene And Recycled Rubber, Jason G. Boulanger
Mechanical And Tribological Properties Of Composites Of Recycled High Density Polyethylene And Recycled Rubber, Jason G. Boulanger
Masters Theses
This thesis presents a study on the mechanical and tribological properties of composite materials of recycled high density polyethylene (HDPE) and recycled rubber tire particles. The materials were compounded by extrusion and formed into test specimens by injection molding.
The first experiment studied the effect of recycled rubber percentage on mechanical properties of composites of recycled HDPE and recycled rubber. The mechanical properties included tensile strength, percent elongation, hardness, and impact resistance. Recycled rubber concentrations of 0, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 percent were tested. The second experiment investigated the tribological properties of recycled HDPE and recycled rubber …
A Monte Carlo Model Of Uncertainty In A Deterministic Hazardous Waste Transportation Risk Assessment, Michael A. Cowen
A Monte Carlo Model Of Uncertainty In A Deterministic Hazardous Waste Transportation Risk Assessment, Michael A. Cowen
Masters Theses
This thesis is aimed at developing and applying advanced modeling tools in the prediction of risk to the general public from transportation of chemical waste on public highways. The modeling tools developed can then be used to compare alternative waste management scenarios. The application considered is related to the transport of hazardous waste generated by the United States Department of Energy (DOE) to current treatment, storage, and disposal facilities. DOE is currently considering four different scenarios.
The application considered can be more specifically defined as an analysis of the risk to the general public from transporting the 63 shipments of …
An Investigation Of Mechanical Properties Of Composites Containing Recycled Rubber Particles, Ryan C. Archey
An Investigation Of Mechanical Properties Of Composites Containing Recycled Rubber Particles, Ryan C. Archey
Masters Theses
In order to promote applications of recycled automobile tires, composite materials of recycled rubber tire particles with ethylene co-vinyl acetate (EVA), polybutadiene (PB), and Primacor were studied in the thesis. The composites were processed using a single screw extruder and a pelletizer. Compression molding was used to form specimens for hardness and impact tests. Mechanical properties of the composites were investigated in terms of tensile strength, percent elongation, Durometer hardness, and impact energy.
In this study, the content of recycled rubber was between 0 and 40 percent. Various matrices were processed using a combination of EVA, PB, or Primacor to …