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Full-Text Articles in Engineering
Modeling The Impacts Of Disruptive Events On Driving Behaviors, Transportation Safety, And Equity: Advanced Statistical Insights From The Covid-19 Pandemic, Xiaomeng Dong
Civil & Environmental Engineering Theses & Dissertations
This dissertation aims to understand how disruptive events —particularly the COVID-19 pandemic—affect driving behaviors, transportation safety and equity by leveraging advanced statistical modeling techniques and data from Virginia. This research pursues three overarching objectives. First, it employs multigroup structural equation modeling (SEM) to uncover the complex interrelationships among risky driving behaviors, injury severity, and pandemic-related factors, delineating the mechanisms through which COVID-19 has impacted crash outcomes via changing risky driving behaviors. Second, it leverages hidden Markov models to trace shifts in safety states over the pre-, during-, and post-pandemic periods, determining whether and when safety conditions return to pre-pandemic norms. …
A Formal Simulation Model For Discrete Rate Simulation, Thomas J. Tracey
A Formal Simulation Model For Discrete Rate Simulation, Thomas J. Tracey
Electrical & Computer Engineering Theses & Dissertations
Simulation is an essential tool for virtualizing systems by creating a representative model of real or hypothetical systems and observing how they change over time. Two predominant simulation paradigms include Discrete Event Simulation (DES) and Continuous Simulation, which both have their strengths and weaknesses. DES does not handle continuous state variables, while continuous simulation handles continuous state variables but encounters errors where these variables have discrete changes in their behavior. This difficulty between the two predominant simulation paradigms prompted the creation of a new simulation paradigm to cover this gap: Discrete Rate Simulation (DRS). DRS as a simulation paradigm focuses …
Wind Tunnel Testing Of A Novel Quadrotor Design, Oliver Marius Tobisch
Wind Tunnel Testing Of A Novel Quadrotor Design, Oliver Marius Tobisch
Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Theses & Dissertations
This study presents the test development and aerodynamic evaluation of the Quadfoil UAV, a novel quadrotor configuration featuring a central lifting body in the form of an airfoil to enhance forward-flight efficiency. Flight tests conducted by Virginia Tech demonstrated a 25% increase in endurance and a 32% improvement in range compared to conventional quadcopters, validating the aerodynamic benefits of this design. To further investigate its performance, a dynamically adjustable angle of attack model support system was developed for wind tunnel testing, enabling precise replication of in-flight conditions. The support system, controlled via LabVIEW, adjusts angle of attack based on real-time …
Low Dissolved Oxygen Operation Enhances Biological Phosphorus Removal In Wastewater Treatment, Haley Morgan
Low Dissolved Oxygen Operation Enhances Biological Phosphorus Removal In Wastewater Treatment, Haley Morgan
Civil & Environmental Engineering Theses & Dissertations
Biological phosphorus (bio-P) removal occurs when bacteria are exposed to anaerobic/aerobic conditions that stimulate polyphosphate-accumulating organisms (PAOs) to uptake phosphorus. In most treatment plants, dissolved oxygen (DO) concentrations in the aeration tanks are commonly at or above 2.0 mg O2/L, which is often referred to as the most optimal aeration condition for bio-P. If bio-P can happen efficiently at lower DO (< 0.3 mg O2/L), then the energy demand of aeration can be decreased appreciably. This research was conducted in a biological nutrient removal (BNR) pilot plant to assess the performance of bio-P at progressively lower DO operation. This …
Mechanochemical Reaction Kinetics—A Theoretical Modeling And Experimental Study, Maria Dolores Masso Ramirez
Mechanochemical Reaction Kinetics—A Theoretical Modeling And Experimental Study, Maria Dolores Masso Ramirez
Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Theses & Dissertations
Mechanochemical reactions represent a class of chemical processes triggered by mechanical energy, widely recognized for their efficiency, solvent-free nature, and environmental benefits. They are increasingly applied in synthetic chemistry, a branch of science focused on creating new chemical compounds through controlled laboratory reactions. However, the mechanisms underlying mechanical activation remain poorly understood, primarily due to the difficulty in quantifying energy transfer during milling, where solid reactants are ground together using a ball mill. This thesis aims to bridge the gap in understanding the relationship between mechanical parameters and reaction kinetics by developing and validating a theoretical framework based on dimensional …
Turbulence And Energetic Ion Production In The Partially Magnetized Hollow Cathode Plume, Margaret Mary Mooney
Turbulence And Energetic Ion Production In The Partially Magnetized Hollow Cathode Plume, Margaret Mary Mooney
Dissertations
Hall effect thrusters (HETs) are the most widely used electric propulsion (EP) device for in-space satellite propulsion. EP devices provide high efficiencies for extended mission lifetimes and low thrust for precision maneuvers. The hollow cathode is a critical HET component and undergoes extensive lifetime testing in addition to the lifetime testing of the full HET. Significant density gradients, non-Maxwellian electron behavior, and magnetic fields sufficiently strong enough to magnetize electrons in hollow cathode plumes create favorable conditions for the formation of plasma instabilities, which have an impact on cathode lifetime. Cathode qualification testing is typically conducted independently and includes a …
Measurement Of Groundwater And Contaminant Fluxes In Fractures Using A Combined System Of Passive Flux Meter And Multiport Sampler, Qasim Raza Khan
Measurement Of Groundwater And Contaminant Fluxes In Fractures Using A Combined System Of Passive Flux Meter And Multiport Sampler, Qasim Raza Khan
Dissertations
Groundwater and contaminant movement in fractured rock aquifers is highly variable. Its dependence on fracture apertures and orientation as well as fracture network interconnectivity is not well understood. This poses a challenge to the measurement of groundwater and contaminant fluxes, especially when using open-hole techniques, which significantly alter natural flow conditions by connecting different fractures along an open borehole or a well. Hence, downhole techniques to directly measure groundwater fluxes and map fractures' locations, orientations, and apertures are considered valuable tools. In this work, the use of Fractured Rock Passive Flux Meter (FRPFM) with invisible tracer and visible dye component …
Hybrid Treatment Method Of Biofiltration Preceded With Advanced Oxidation Process For The Removal Of Emerging Contaminants From The Wastewater Treatment Plant Effluent, Anjali Mohan Payathuparambil
Hybrid Treatment Method Of Biofiltration Preceded With Advanced Oxidation Process For The Removal Of Emerging Contaminants From The Wastewater Treatment Plant Effluent, Anjali Mohan Payathuparambil
Theses
The global demand for potable quality water has been on a continuous rise. Consequently, water reuse is now considered as an alternative to significantly expand supplies of freshwater in communities facing water shortages. Most of the conventional wastewater treatment plants (WWTP) are not efficient in the removal of emerging contaminants from the water, which will cause serious issues to the environment, human and animal life. This research investigated the possibilities of treating wastewater for reuse. First, the feasibility of utilizing a biofiltration system without pre-treatment for removing emerging contaminants from the WWTP effluent was investigated. Two types of biofilter media- …
From A Learning To A Smart Nation: The Rise Of The Digitalization Megatrend And Singapore's Development, Siu Loon Hoe
From A Learning To A Smart Nation: The Rise Of The Digitalization Megatrend And Singapore's Development, Siu Loon Hoe
Research Collection School Of Computing and Information Systems
Purpose: The purpose of this article is to discuss the “learning nation” concept and examine the characteristics and implications of using the “learning” premodifier in this nation-building program. Design/methodology/approach: This article reviews how the “learning” aspect is inter-related to a series of national information and communication technology masterplans and includes a comparative analysis of the related premodifier “smart” as Singapore sets forth its ambition to become a “smart nation” as part of the digitalization megatrend. A print media indicator and Google Trends form part of the methodology to ascertain the rise of digital technology over a certain period. The former …
On Generalization Across Environments In Multi-Objective Reinforcement Learning, Jayden Jing Xiang Teoh, Pradeep Varakantham, Peter Vamplew
On Generalization Across Environments In Multi-Objective Reinforcement Learning, Jayden Jing Xiang Teoh, Pradeep Varakantham, Peter Vamplew
Research Collection School Of Computing and Information Systems
No abstract provided.
Dual Operation Aggregation Graph Neural Networks For Solving Flexible Job-Shop Scheduling Problem With Reinforcement Learning, Peng Zhao, You Zhou, Di Wang, Zhiguang Cao, Yubin Xiao, Xuan Wu, Yuanshu Li, Hongjia Liu, Wei Du, Yuan Jiang, Liupu Wang
Dual Operation Aggregation Graph Neural Networks For Solving Flexible Job-Shop Scheduling Problem With Reinforcement Learning, Peng Zhao, You Zhou, Di Wang, Zhiguang Cao, Yubin Xiao, Xuan Wu, Yuanshu Li, Hongjia Liu, Wei Du, Yuan Jiang, Liupu Wang
Research Collection School Of Computing and Information Systems
With the widespread adoption of Internet Protocol (IP) communication technology and web-based platforms, cloud manufacturing has become a significant hallmark of Industry 4.0. Integrating graph algorithms into these web-enabled environments is crucial as they facilitate the representation and analysis of complex relationships in manufacturing processes, enabling efficient decision-making and adaptability in dynamic environments. As a key scheduling problem in cloud manufacturing, the flexible job-shop scheduling problem (FJSP) finds extensive applications in real-world scenarios. However, traditional FJSP-solving methods struggle to meet the efficiency and adaptability demands of cloud manufacturing due to generalization issues and excessive computational time, while reinforcement learning-based methods …
Learning-Guided Bi-Objective Evolutionary Optimization For Green Municipal Waste Collection Vehicle Routing, Shubing Liao, Yixin Xu, Yunyun Niu, Zhiguang Cao
Learning-Guided Bi-Objective Evolutionary Optimization For Green Municipal Waste Collection Vehicle Routing, Shubing Liao, Yixin Xu, Yunyun Niu, Zhiguang Cao
Research Collection School Of Computing and Information Systems
Waste management has emerged as a critical issue in modern society, where vehicles are scheduled to visit multiple locations for waste collection and transport. This study focuses on a key problem in waste management: route optimization of waste collection vehicles, and formulate it as a bi-objective vehicle routing problem with stochastic demand (VRPSD), aiming to minimizing both total costs and carbon emissions. Although previous studies have significantly advanced our understanding of solving similar problems, the lack of real-world data and limited problem-solving capabilities still restrict the practical applicability of existing methods. To bridge this research gap, this study designed a …
Llm-Enhanced Multiple Instance Learning For Joint Rumor And Stance Detection With Social Context Information, Ruichao Yang, Jing Ma, Wei Gao, Hongzhan Lin
Llm-Enhanced Multiple Instance Learning For Joint Rumor And Stance Detection With Social Context Information, Ruichao Yang, Jing Ma, Wei Gao, Hongzhan Lin
Research Collection School Of Computing and Information Systems
The proliferation of misinformation, such as rumors on social media, has drawn significant attention, prompting various expressions of stance among users. Although rumor detection and stance detection are distinct tasks, they can complement each other. Rumors can be identified by cross-referencing stances in related posts, and stances are influenced by the nature of the rumor. However, existing stance detection methods often require post-level stance annotations, which are costly to obtain. We propose a novel LLM-enhanced Multiple Instance Learning (MIL) approach to jointly predict post stance and claim class labels, supervised solely by claim labels, using an undirected microblog propagation model. …
Understanding The Breadth And Impact Of The Ias [Presidents Message], Ayman El-Refaie
Understanding The Breadth And Impact Of The Ias [Presidents Message], Ayman El-Refaie
Electrical and Computer Engineering Faculty Research and Publications
No abstract provided.
Heat-Pipe-Based Thermal Management System Design For A 250 Kw Gan-Based Integrated Modular Motor Drive, Seyed Iman Hosseini Sabzevari, Salar Koushan, Armin Ebrahimian, Towhid Islam Chowdhury, Nathan Weise, Ayman El-Refaie
Heat-Pipe-Based Thermal Management System Design For A 250 Kw Gan-Based Integrated Modular Motor Drive, Seyed Iman Hosseini Sabzevari, Salar Koushan, Armin Ebrahimian, Towhid Islam Chowdhury, Nathan Weise, Ayman El-Refaie
Electrical and Computer Engineering Faculty Research and Publications
Integrated modular motor drive (IMMD) is an effective approach for realizing high-efficiency, high-power-density, and fault-tolerant electric machines. However, designing an efficient thermal management system (TMS) for the motor drive becomes a challenge, particularly due to space constraints. This article presents the design of a TMS based on 3-mm heat pipes for a 250-kW IMMD intended for aviation applications. The power electronics module is simulated using PLECS software where an electrothermal analysis is conducted. A simplified thermal resistance model of the system is developed to estimate the die junction temperature of gallium nitride (GaN) semiconductors. The performance of the proposed TMS …
Assessing The Feasibility Of Transportable Nuclear Reactors: A Radiological Risk Case Study, Robert John Demuth
Assessing The Feasibility Of Transportable Nuclear Reactors: A Radiological Risk Case Study, Robert John Demuth
Theses and Dissertations
The feasibility of a truly transportable nuclear reactor presents significant radiological challenges that must be addressed to ensure compliance with regulatory limits and operational safety. This study evaluates the radiological constraints associated with the transportability of the Transportable Helium-cooled One-megawatt Reactor (THOR), focusing on neutron activation, shielding performance, and external radiation exposure. Using advanced radiation transport and activation modeling within the SCALE framework, a comprehensive analysis was conducted to quantify dose rates during operation, post-shutdown, and transport. A key aspect of this work involved assessing activation products in core materials, auxiliary components, and surrounding environments to determine their contribution to …
Understanding Water Washing Needs Of Hydrochar Generated From The Hydrothermal Carbonization Of Food Wastes To Establish Minimum Post-Processing Needs For Soil Amendment Application, Neve Renee Steger
Theses and Dissertations
Hydrothermal carbonization (HTC) is an advantageous and potentially environmentally beneficial approach for the conversion of wet biomass and waste streams into a value-added solid product referred to as hydrochar. Although hydrochar composition and properties generated from the carbonization of a variety of feedstocks have been well studied, there is a need for understanding whether hydrochar requires further refinement and/or treatment prior to being used in environmental applications, particularly when using the hydrochar as a soil amendment. Understanding the need for and extent of hydrochar post-treatment is critical in identifying environmentally beneficial and economically attractive strategies for hydrochar use. In this …
Automated Fiber Placement Laminate Level Optimization: A Physics-Inspired Method To Analyze Through-Thickness Defect Interactions, Nishan Patel
Theses and Dissertations
With the growing adoption of composite materials in industries such as aerospace, automotive, naval, wind energy, and even sectors like sports and consumer goods, there has been a strong push towards improving manufacturing reliability and productivity. One key method that has gained significant traction is Automated Fiber Placement (AFP), an additive manufacturing technique valued for its precision, efficiency, and adaptability in producing complex composite parts. As industries continue to shift from traditional metal-based structures to more advanced composite materials, the need for efficient and high- quality manufacturing solutions has become even more critical, prompting a focus on automation and optimization …
Multiscale Modeling Techniques For Electrodynamic Systems, Hunter Teel
Multiscale Modeling Techniques For Electrodynamic Systems, Hunter Teel
Theses and Dissertations
In order to rapidly develop better electromagnetic and electrochemical systems, approaching these complicated topics from multiple perspectives is necessary. The use of mathematical models and numerical simulation offers the ability to evaluate and predict the performance of these systems based off the principles of electrodynamics in an ideal setting. Through the use of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), representative geometries of scales can be created and evaluated to provide insight into the behavior of these systems. Simulation offers a modifiable environment that can approach the relevant physics from both the microscale and macroscale. Conclusions, results, boundary conditions, or other information from …
A Novel Geometric Modeling Kernel For Automated Fiber Placement, Rowen Burney
A Novel Geometric Modeling Kernel For Automated Fiber Placement, Rowen Burney
Theses and Dissertations
Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) is a key manufacturing technique for producing high-performance composite structures, yet existing geometric modeling frameworks lack the specialized functionality required for efficient toolpath planning and laminate optimization. This work presents Knots, a Geometric Modeling Kernel (GMK) developed specifically to address these limitations by providing a unified geometric foundation tailored for AFP. Unlike general-purpose Computer Aided Design (CAD) libraries, Knots is optimized for AFP, offering specialized geometric operations that streamline the transition from design to manufacturing. It directly manages the loading and computation of geometric data, ensuring structured laminate generation while supporting automation and scripting for improved …
Frequency-Based Rapid Structural Damage Detection Using Embedded Edge Computing On Resource-Constrained Devices, Ryan Yount
Theses and Dissertations
Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) is essential for ensuring reliability and longevity of useful structures. Traditional SHM approaches rely on manual or remote data transmission and external processing, which introduce latency and can depend on stable communication links. This work aims to advance SHM by integrating edge-computing techniques for rapid damage detection to enable faster and more autonomous structural assessments in resource-constrained environments. The research spans three key contributions including 1) frequency-based damage detection of civil structures using a sensor package with the addition of an edge processor, 2) additions to the computational efficiency of the edge-computing sensor package in a …
Revolutionizing Medical Implant Fabrication: Advances In Additive Manufacturing Of Biomedical Metals, Yuhua Li, Deyu Jiang, Rui Zhu, Chengliang Yang, Liqiang Wang, Lai Chang Zhang
Revolutionizing Medical Implant Fabrication: Advances In Additive Manufacturing Of Biomedical Metals, Yuhua Li, Deyu Jiang, Rui Zhu, Chengliang Yang, Liqiang Wang, Lai Chang Zhang
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Additive manufacturing has emerged as a transformative technology for producing biomedical metals and implants, offering the potential to revolutionize patient care and treatment outcomes. This article reviews the recent advances in additive manufacturing (AM) of biomedical metal implants, especially load-bearing biomedical alloys, biodegradable alloys, novel metals, and 4D printing, whose properties are systematically assessed to facilitate material selection for specific medical applications. The applications of the most cutting-edge artificial intelligence in AM and surface functional modification are also presented. This article also explores the application of AM in various medical specialties, such as orthopedics, dentistry, cardiology, and neurosurgery, demonstrating its …
Activity And Function Of The Endothelial Sodium Channel Is Regulated By The Effector Domain Of Marcks-Like Protein 1 In Mouse Aortic Endothelial Cells, Ling Yu, Niharika Bala, Van-Anh L. Nguyen, Leah Kessler, John F. Ladisa Jr., Abdel A. Alli
Activity And Function Of The Endothelial Sodium Channel Is Regulated By The Effector Domain Of Marcks-Like Protein 1 In Mouse Aortic Endothelial Cells, Ling Yu, Niharika Bala, Van-Anh L. Nguyen, Leah Kessler, John F. Ladisa Jr., Abdel A. Alli
Biomedical Engineering Faculty Research and Publications
Enhanced endothelial sodium channel (EnNaC) functioning causes an increase in vessel stiffness. Here, we investigated the regulation of EnNaC in mouse aortic endothelial cells (mAoECs) by the actin cytoskeleton and lipid raft association protein myristoylated alanine-rich C-kinase substrate-like protein 1 (MLP1). We hypothesized that mutation of specific amino acid residues within the effector domain of MLP1 or loss of association between MLP1 and the anionic phospholipid phosphate PIP2 would significantly alter membrane association and EnNaC activity in mAoECs. mAoECs transiently transfected with a mutant MLP1 construct (three serine residues in the effector domain replaced with aspartate residues) showed a significant …
Design And Fabrication Of Compact Mimo Array Antenna With Tapered Feed Line For 5g Applications, F. Taher, Mohamed Fathy Abo Sree, Hesham A. Mohamed, Hussein Hamed Ghouz, Sarah Yehia Abdel Fatah
Design And Fabrication Of Compact Mimo Array Antenna With Tapered Feed Line For 5g Applications, F. Taher, Mohamed Fathy Abo Sree, Hesham A. Mohamed, Hussein Hamed Ghouz, Sarah Yehia Abdel Fatah
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This paper presents the design, fabrication, measurement, and evaluation of two multiple input multiple output antenna elements (MIMOs) optimized for performance in the 5G frequency band. The MIMO antennas are integrated onto Roger/Druoid 5880 substrates with a dielectric constant of 2.2, housed within a compact volume measuring 20×24.14×0.79mm3. Initially, a thorough parametric study is conducted using the CST Electromagnetic (EM) Simulator to analyze and optimize the antenna's performance according to 5G application requirements. Subsequently, in the antenna design phase, calculations are made for the envelope correlation coefficient (ECC > 0.01dB) and diversity gain (DG > 9.9dB), yielding favorable outcomes. Fabrication and measurement …
High Gain Defected Slots 3d Antenna Structure For Millimetre Applications, Arkan Mousa Majeed, Fatma Taher, Taha A. Elwi, Zaid A. Abdul Hassain, Sherif K. El-Diasty, Mohamed Fathy Abo Sree, Sara Yehia Abdel Fatah, Umi Aisah Asli
High Gain Defected Slots 3d Antenna Structure For Millimetre Applications, Arkan Mousa Majeed, Fatma Taher, Taha A. Elwi, Zaid A. Abdul Hassain, Sherif K. El-Diasty, Mohamed Fathy Abo Sree, Sara Yehia Abdel Fatah, Umi Aisah Asli
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The antenna is structured in three dimensions, employing a conductive cylindrical cone as its base. This cone configuration is achieved through the etching of an elliptical slot array onto the antenna. To enhance its performance, a conductive circular reflector is situated beneath the cone, thereby augmenting its gain. The antenna demonstrates operational bandwidth across various frequencies: Ultra-Wideband (UWB) operates at approximately 5 GHz, extending to about 15 GHz; Wideband (WB) is cantered at roughly 20 GHz, while narrowband operates at approximately 27 GHz. Within the frequency range of interest, the antenna's gain varies between 3dBi and 15dBi. Geometric specifications of …
Low Cost Ndvi Aerial Imager For Plant Health Monitoring, Roe Crawford , '25, Brandon Mickelson , '25
Low Cost Ndvi Aerial Imager For Plant Health Monitoring, Roe Crawford , '25, Brandon Mickelson , '25
Senior Theses, Projects, and Awards
Due to the spread of Beech Leaf Disease, Swarthmore College and the Scott Arboretum expect to lose all of the beech trees on campus in the next five years. Methods of monitoring plant health are required to act as early warnings for tree loss so that the Arboretum can manage deadfall, erosion, and other adverse effects. Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) is a multispectral imaging technique that can assess plant health. NDVI is a common satellite remote sensing technique that has shown promise in drone remote sensing applications. With recent decreases in the costs of optical components, we determined that …
Generating Electricity From The Matchbox Equipment, Syed A. Ali , '25
Generating Electricity From The Matchbox Equipment, Syed A. Ali , '25
Senior Theses, Projects, and Awards
The Swarthmore College Matchbox is used by hundreds of students and faculty every day. The energy expended during the activity is dissipated and never transformed into useful energy. The focus of this project will be to retrofit pre-existing gym equipment so that any expended energy can be captured and converted into electrical energy. By using non-intrusive and compact mechanisms to design the model, the project would aim to provide renewable energy sources without drastically changing the workout experience itself. The first phase will be focused on generating enough electricity to power a small device, such as a cellular device, to …
Sustainable Residential Buildings In The Anthropocene: A Case Study Investigating Resilience Strategies For Tiny Houses, Angela Gil , '25
Sustainable Residential Buildings In The Anthropocene: A Case Study Investigating Resilience Strategies For Tiny Houses, Angela Gil , '25
Senior Theses, Projects, and Awards
There is a growing need for affordable, sustainable housing solutions that minimize environmental impact while maintaining livability and safety. This project uses thermal and structural analysis techniques to develop and evaluate a resilient tiny house prototype for a case study in Banning, California. Background research included interviews with experts, such as San Tan Adobe, General Tiny Home, and Francisco Gil, which informed three preliminary designs incorporating a variety of building resilience strategies. These designs were synthesized into a conceptual prototype featuring a gable, wooden roof truss with a one-foot overhang, adobe walls, solar panels, and a raised foundation. This prototype …
‘To Zero By Thirty-Five’ Geoexchange System Optimization, Andrew Moy , '25
‘To Zero By Thirty-Five’ Geoexchange System Optimization, Andrew Moy , '25
Senior Theses, Projects, and Awards
Swarthmore College’s ’To Zero by Thirty Five’ project involves the construction of a geothermal exchange plant to provide heating and cooling to campus buildings. This report follows the implementation of the project and the impact of building envelopes on the effectiveness of the system. Groups of potential upgrades and their impacts on building performance were analyzed using integer linear programming and the PuLP python library. This analysis provides recommendations on which buildings to upgrade according to the priorities of Swarthmore College.
Nauplius Swimming Robot, Adelle Robison , '25
Nauplius Swimming Robot, Adelle Robison , '25
Senior Theses, Projects, and Awards
Barnacle nauplii swim in conditions described by a low Reynolds number of around 2 as a result of their small size. It is not fully understood how their method of swimming allows them to move around in an environment with such a low Reynolds number. Additionally, it is unknown to what degree their horns, tail, and the hair-like bristles on their appendages contribute to their motion and their survival. The robot prototype created for this project mimics the features and swimming method of nauplii in order to help study nauplius locomotion and the functions of their unique morphology. Additionally, this …