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Point Density For Soil Specimen Volume Measurements In Image-Based Methods During Triaxial Testing, Sara Fayek, Xiong Zhang, Javad Galinmoghadam, Jeffrey D. Cawlfield

Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works

Discrete Measurement Targets Were Frequently Utilized in Image-Based Methods on the Specimen's Surface to Monitor the Soil Specimen during Triaxial Testing. However, the Required Density of Measurement Targets that Should Be Used in Triaxial Testing to Achieve Highly Accurate Volume Measurement Has Not Been Investigated. to overcome This Limitation, This Paper Presents a Parametric Study to Determine the Optimum Target/point Densities to Be Utilized on the Triaxial Soil Specimen Surface to Achieve the Desired Level of Volume Measurement Accuracy in Image-Based Methods. LiDAR Scanning Was Applied to Establish the "Ground Truth" Volume of the Specimen. the Effects of Deformation and …

Evaluation Of Thermal And Rheological Properties Of Phase Change Material-Incorporated Asphalt Mastic With Porous Fillers, Farshad Saberi Kerahroudi, Yizhuang David Wang, Jenny Liu

Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works

Incorporating phase change material (PCM) into paving materials can regulate the pavement temperature, improve the pavement durability, and mitigate the heat-island effects. In this research, porous fillers were used as the PCM carrier, and the thermal and rheological behaviors of the asphalt mastic with the PCM were evaluated. Two different carrier materials (diatomite and expanded perlite) and four types of PCMs were used in the study. The candidate filler, PCM, and proper blending ratios were determined based on the results of scanning electron microscope image analysis, the filter paper test, and the temperature sweep test. The thermal and rheological behaviors …

Patent Term Extensions And The Last Man Standing, Robin Feldman

Faculty Scholarship

In 1984, with the passing of the Hatch-Waxman Act, Congress orchestrated a compromise that permanently changed how drug markets operate. This piece of legislation created an expedited pathway for generics to enter the market, and, in exchange, brand drugs could extend their patents to account for time lost during their market approval process. Although this well-configured trade was supposed to help generics enter the scene quicker, the current drug market landscape makes one question whether this legislation has succeeded in its aims. The following study explores the lifecycle of top-selling brand drugs in comparison to the vision put forth by …

Silver Carp Hypophthalmichthys Molitrix Movements In The Lower Cumberland River And Lower Tennessee River, Miranda Belanger

Murray State Theses and Dissertations

The introduction of exotic fishes in freshwater environments has caused significant ecological and economic changes. Silver Carp Hypophthalmichthys molitrix are an invasive species in the United States but are native to large rivers in eastern Asia. This species is expanding its range throughout the Mississippi River basin, beginning with the Cumberland River and Tennessee River drainages. Although Silver Carp movement patterns have been studied in other portions of the Cumberland River and Tennessee River, the lowermost portion of both rivers below Lake Barkley Dam and Kentucky Lake Dam is a unique environment in which the movement of Silver Carp has …

Mapping And Mobilizing Legal Criticalities: Making The Move From Diaspora To Collective Or Legal Scholars Making A Difference As Culture Warriors, Francisco Valdes

Articles

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Winning The Imitation Game: Setting Safety Expectations For Automated Vehicles, William H. Widen, Philip Koopman

Articles

This article suggests that legislatures amend existing law to create a new legal category of "computer driver" to allow a plaintiff to make a negligence claim against an automated vehicle manufacturer for loss proximately caused by any negligent driving behavior exhibited by the driving automation systems which it produced. Creating this new legal category will allow a status quo approach to attribution and allocation of liability, including permitting defendants to take advantage of contributory negligence and comparative fault rules. Creation of the category also allows for continued functioning of the structure of our existing liability laws and regulations for motor …

Extraction Of Cashew Nutshell Liquid From Cashew Nutshells Using The Polyol Induced Extraction (Pie) Method, Ibrahim L. Adewole

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Polyol-induced extraction (PIE) is applied to the extraction of cashew nutshell liquid (CNSL) from cashew nutshells using glycerol as a mass-separating agent. In this process, a 1:1 mixture of acetonitrile (ACN) and water (H2O) exists as a completely miscible homogeneous phase. Cashew nutshells are soaked in this mixture at room temperature. After soaking the nutshells in acetonitrile/water, a polyol, glycerol, is added to the mixture, and a phase separation is observed. Upon cooling to –20 °C, the phase separation increases with an acetonitrile-rich top layer containing analytes that are soluble in acetonitrile. Initially, the PIE process was studied with pure …

Fundraiser, Sushmitha Gurakonda

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Fund Raiser is a website where users can start a campaign seeking public and private funding for a person, a project, or a cause. Users can use tools of this website to publish the campaign web pages and to market the fund-raising event. In addition, the website allows anyone (who is willing) to donate to any fundraising event.

There are different ways to seek funds for different activities today. Fund Raiser is a Java-based web application to get funds for events, floods, opening new offices, constructing school buildings, etc. There are different websites available in the market to perform this …

Fundraiser, Sri Nikhil Pillalamarri

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Fundraiser, Sireesha Chitla

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Fund Raiser is a website where users can start a campaign seeking public and private funding for a person, a project, or a cause. Users can use tools of this website to publish the campaign web pages and to market the fund-raising event. In addition, the website allows anyone (who is willing) to donate to any fundraising event.

There are different ways to seek funds for different activities today. Fund Raiser is a Java-based web application to get funds for events, floods, opening new offices, constructing school buildings, etc. There are different websites available in the market to perform this …

Sharing Hope Together, Mansi Kalabhai Dodiya

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The primary purpose was to raise donations and aid those in need. Establishing a resource center to serve as an information center and library for farmers to gain the most up-to-date knowledge on climate change is a realistic aim and a solid sign of a successful fundraising event. It seemed like a great opportunity to engage with key contributors and supporters, so the team went ahead with it. Indeed, it may provide an opportunity to show thanks for their cooperation and provide an update on critical activities. Furthermore, it may provide an excellent opportunity to invite influencers and notable corporate …

Literature Search For Extraction And Characterization Of Fragrant Compounds From Ten Flowering Plants, Ember Smith

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This capstone literature project conducted a literature search on the extraction of essential oils from the leaves of ten different flowering plants using steam distillation and/or solvent extraction methods. Additionally, the project focused on characterizing and identifying the fragrant compounds present in the essential oils of these ten plants. By conducting a comprehensive literature search, this project provides a summary of the methods employed for extraction and the composition of fragrant compounds in each essential oil. A diverse range of fragrant compounds were found in various plants and flowers, including major and minor compounds such as alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, terpenes, …

Cure Unity, Saisandesh Devireddy

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Event Management System, Thribhuvan Pandramisu

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The main aim of the event management system is to provide a platform for the users to view information about the events that took place in the past and the ones that are about to take place shortly. The application enables the user to view and book an ongoing or upcoming event in a particular locality. Users should register themselves to log into the account for online booking of tickets. The users can be administrators, event organizers, and customers. They can first log into the website and see through the information such as details about the events.

The administrator can …

Event Management System, Pramidha Kaleru

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The main aim of the event management system is to provide a platform for the users to view information about the events that took place in the past and the ones that are about to take place shortly. The application enables the user to view and book an ongoing or upcoming event in a particular locality. Users should register themselves to log into the account for online booking of tickets. The users can be administrators, event organizers, and customers. They can first log into the website and see through the information such as details about the events.

The administrator can …

Library Management System, Katyaini Manne

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As it is getting difficult to manage the library operations physically, there is a need of automating all those operations. We all know that there is lot of improvement in the technology, by making use of technology we want to build a dynamic web application with some intelligent elements. As this application is used by 3 users like librarian, student and staff. Every user is having their own operations like book entry, book search, view book, delete book, book issue, book return etc.

Apart from this we will be implementing data analysis and also inventory analysis. For example, there will …

Classification Of Online Toxic Comments Using Machine Learning Algorithms, Udaykiran Goud Nallabolu

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This application classification of online toxic comments using machine learning algorithms project was implemented for the Graduate Capstone Seminar Project for the Master of Science Degree with a Major in Computer Science. In this project, different Machine learning algorithms are used to find toxic comments. In discussions, toxic comments are disrespectful and abusive which makes other people leave the discussion. So, many social networking sites difficult to promote discussions effectively. The main aim of the project is to examine the data of online harassment and classify it into different labels to find toxicity correctly. In this project, we are going …

Classification Of Online Toxic Comments Using Machine Learning Algorithms, Shiva Kumar Bolu

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This application classification of online toxic comments using machine learning algorithms project was implemented for the Graduate Capstone Seminar Project for the Master of Science Degree with a Major in Computer Science. In this project, different Machine learning algorithms are used to find toxic comments. In discussions, toxic comments are disrespectful and abusive which makes other people leave the discussion. So, many social networking sites difficult to promote discussions effectively. The main aim of the project is to examine the data of online harassment and classify it into different labels to find toxicity correctly. In this project, we are going …

Classification Of Online Toxic Comments Using Machine Learning Algorithms, Monica Sai Muvvala

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This application classification of online toxic comments using machine learning algorithms project was implemented for the Graduate Capstone Seminar Project for the Master of Science Degree with a Major in Computer Science. In this project, different Machine learning algorithms are used to find toxic comments. In discussions, toxic comments are disrespectful and abusive which makes other people leave the discussion. So, many social networking sites difficult to promote discussions effectively. The main aim of the project is to examine the data of online harassment and classify it into different labels to find toxicity correctly. In this project, we are going …

Patientcare Xpert, Abdul Qayyum Mohammed

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The medical consultation web app is a comprehensive and secure platform designed to facilitate remote healthcare consultations. Developed using .NET Core 7 framework, the application leverages the latest technologies to provide a seamless and efficient medical consultation experience. The web app caters to patients, doctors, and medical professionals, allowing them to connect and conduct consultations remotely. The platform prioritizes privacy and data security, ensuring that all communication and medical information shared during the consultation is encrypted and protected. Key features of the web app include a user-friendly interface, secure login and authentication, appointment scheduling, secure messaging, patient analysis report and …

Computer Vision For Robot Using Ai, Ragini Malladi

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Robotics is a multidisciplinary field that involves the design, construction, programming, and operation of robots. Robots are mechanical or electromechanical devices that are outfitted with sensors, processors, and actuators to carry out tasks autonomously or under the direction of a human. Robotics offers several benefits and uses in a variety of fields and industries. Robots can carry out repetitive activities with great accuracy and reliability. They can produce products with consistency in quality by performing operations with extreme accuracy.

Our anticipated approach merges traditional methodologies with forward-thinking innovations. Central to our design philosophy is the integration of tools such as …

Covid-19 Trends In India: Nationwide Insights & Maharashtra Focus, Manikanta Kusanapalli

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This project presents a comprehensive analysis of COVID-19 data for Maharashtra, one of the most affected states in India. Utilizing advanced data processing techniques, the study focuses on understanding the progression of the pandemic through time series analysis and predictive modeling. Initially, the dataset, consisting of confirmed cases and deaths, is meticulously filtered to isolate data specific to Maharashtra. This subset is then transformed into NumPy arrays, facilitating the use of Python libraries for visualization and analysis.

The research employs a variety of visualization techniques, including line plots and histograms, to portray the temporal trends and frequency distributions of COVID-19 …

Computer Vision For Robot Using Ai, Sanjana Chandupatla

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Robotics is a multidisciplinary field that involves the design, construction, programming, and operation of robots. Robots are mechanical or electromechanical devices that are outfitted with sensors, processors, and actuators to carry out tasks autonomously or under the direction of a human. Robotics offers several benefits and uses in a variety of fields and industries. Robots can carry out repetitive activities with great accuracy and reliability. They can produce products with consistency in quality by performing operations with extreme accuracy.

Predictive Modeling For Lead Conversion In The Edtech Industry, Manideep Donthagani

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The rapid growth of the EdTech industry, coupled with the increasing demand for online education, has led to a surge in the number of potential customers or "leads" in the market. ExtraaLearn, an emerging startup in this sector, faces the challenge of efficiently identifying which leads are most likely to convert into paid customers (Howarth, 2023). This project focuses on utilizing machine learning techniques, specifically Decision Trees and Random Forest, to analyze leads data and predict lead conversion probability (Breiman, 2001; Couronne, Probst & Boulesteix, 2018).

By harnessing the power of data science, the objective is to create a predictive …

Robotics Drone Integration, Sridevi Kandula

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Robotics is a combination of Engineering and Computer Science, the study of the design, upkeep, application, and use of robots. Robotics seeks to develop tools that help humans increase efficiency and precision while reducing errors. In healthcare, robots enable minimally invasive surgeries and assist in patient care. Robots are sent to distant planets and moons to gather data. Beyond these applications, robots aid in search and rescue missions, contribute to education and research, and service in numerous other capacities, showcasing their versatility and significance in modern society.

The objective of this project is to build a control system and software …

Patent's New Salience, Janet Freilich

Faculty Scholarship

The vast majority of patents do not matter. They are almost never enforced or licensed and, in consequence, are almost always ignored. This is a well-accepted feature of the patent system and has a tremendous impact on patent policy. In particular, while there are many aspects of patent law that are potentially troubling—including grants of unmerited patents, high transaction costs in obtaining necessary patent licenses, and patents’ potential to block innovation and hinder economic growth—these problems may be insignificant in practice because patents are under-enforced and routinely infringed without consequence.

This Article argues that technological developments are greatly increasing the …

Tax Benefits And Fairness In K–12 Education, Linda Sugin

Faculty Scholarship

This Article examines the tax law’s subsidies for inequality and segregation in primary and secondary education, analyzing the federal charitable deduction and education savings plans, and state tax credits for education. It argues that the tax system diverts funds from traditional public education into private education, fostering economic, racial, religious, and political separation. The tax law also operates to increase resource inequality within public education by subsidizing schools that affluent children attend. In a novel analysis, the Article contends that the jurisprudence around the charitable deduction for education—though longstanding—is legally incoherent, and argues that no deduction should ever be allowed …

When Donor Meets Purpose, Atinuke O. Adediran

Faculty Scholarship

This Essay addresses a gap in law and the Restatement of the Law Charitable Nonproít Organizations regarding the relationship between a charitable nonproít’s donors and its purpose. I argue that charitable nonproíts can align their purposes with the personal or professional identities of their donors, and it may be in the best interest of some charities to do so. Charities whose purposes are to address racial or economic inequality should seriously consider aligning their donor identity with their purpose as a way of improving their legitimacy in the communities they serve, and to reach previously untapped sources of funding.

Tragedy Of The Digital Commons, Chinmayi Sharma

Faculty Scholarship

Google, iPhones, the national power grid, surgical operating rooms, baby monitors, surveillance technology, and wastewater management systems all run on open-source software. Open-source software, or software that is free and publicly available, powers our day-to-day lives. As a resource, it defies economic logic; it is built by developers, many of whom are volunteers, who build projects with the altruistic intention of donating them to the digital commons. Developers use it because it saves time and money and promotes innovation. Its benefits have led to its ubiquity and indispensability. Today, over ninety-seven percent of all software uses open source. Without it, …

Intra- And Inter-Rater Reliability Of Maximum Torque Applied During Passive Elbow Range Of Motion Testing Post-Casting Of Supracondylar And Lateral Condylar Fractures In Children, Joseph T. Armstrong

Theses and Dissertations--Kinesiology and Health Promotion

Elbow fractures account for a significant number of pediatric orthopedic injuries. The most common of these are the supracondylar and lateral condylar humeral fractures. When surgical repair is necessary casting and pinning of the elbow can affect the elbow’s range of motion (ROM), so recovery is monitored. Practices for measuring recovery are not standardized so measures may not be consistent. A possible novel measure to help account for different clinicians participating in the same study is maximum torque applied during elbow end ROM testing. This study uses several comparisons of maximum torque applied by three different clinicians during end ROM …