Explore our collection of dissertations, master's theses and master's reports from the Department of Mechanical Engineering-Engineering Mechanics below.
Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2012
Two dimensional Lattice Boltzmann simulation of fluid flow through an idealized micro-structure of disordered media, Rohan Dinesh Sali
Use of manual adaptive remeshing in the mechanical modeling of an intraneural ganglion cyst, Laura M. Roberts
Vortex Shedding Dynamics in Long Aspect-Ratio Aerodynamics Bodies, Liu Chen
Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2011
Analysis of in-cylinder pressure transducer data quality utilizing a SIDI turbocharged engine, Jordan Daniel Stank
Analytical investigation of squeeze film dampers, Mehmet Murat Altuğ Biҫak
A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF UNIVERSAL CHIP CONTROL IN MACHINING, Thimmaiah Kumbera Ganapathi
Biomechanics of meniscal horn attachments, Diego F. Villegas-Bermudez
Comparison of modal analysis results of laser vibrometry and nearfield acoustical holography measurements of an aluminum plate, Jennifer L. Potter
Comprehensive review and application of particle image velocimetry, Michael P. Norconk
Computational prediction of the influence of crosslink distribution on the thermo-mechanical properties of epoxies, Ananyo Bandyopadhyay
Computational simulations of latent heat thermal energy storage systems - with innovative and first-principles based simulation for the underlying unsteady melting (and solidification) processes, Rohan Achyut Gumaste
Control design and genetic algorithm optimization for electrostatic MEMS, Jill C. Blecke
Development of a continuum mechanics model of passive skeletal muscle, Duane A. Morrow
Development of a technique for achieving an optimum BSFC for LAF engine, Shreyash S. Ukidave
Diesel spray mixing limited vaporization with non-ideal and multi-component fuel thermophysical property effects, Jaclyn Elyse Nesbitt
Dynamic modeling of active regeneration in catalyzed and non-catalyzed diesel particulate filters, Aamod Pethe
Dynamic modeling, simulation and control design of a parafoil-payload system for ship launched aerial delivery system (SLADS), Anand S. Puranik
Effect of high order interpolation in the stability and efficiency of the time-integration process in vorticity-velocity CFD algorithms, Pankaj A. Jagadale
Effect of mesh distortion on the accuracy of high order vorticity-velocity CFD approaches, Anurag Rajan
Effects of hibernation on bone in yellow-bellied marmots, Samantha J. Wojda
Evaluation of factors affecting speed perception in a driving simulator, Jonathan A. Salzman
Experimental and theoretical study of microstructure effect on piezoelectric property of one dimensional ZnO nanostructures, Kasra Momeni
Experimental study of physical aging effects on properties of EPON 862-DETDA, Nikhil Kaushik Anand
Finite element analysis on Titan STL3 OTR tires, Joseph C. Wlodyka
Finite element study on fracture patterns in human scaphoid wrist bone due to free fall, Munsif Ahmed Madni
Implementation of a Variable Compression Ratio Mechanism in a Four Cylinder Engine, Adam Kantor
Implementation of monotonic higher order upwind scheme in KIVA 4, Ganesh Sukumar
Implementation of the conjugate heat transfer code in KIVA-4, Edward Ng
In-situ electrical, mechanical and electrochemical characterizations of one-dimensional nanostructures, Hessam Mir Shah Ghassemi
Length of the annular regime for condensing flows inside a horizontal channel - the experimental determination of its values and its trends, Patcharapol Gorgitrattanagul
Local degradation of structural, mechanical, electrical and chemical properties of membrane electrode assembly in polymer electrolyte fuel cell, Nishith Parikh
Micro combined heat and power laboratory development, Thomson Varghese
Microfluidic hydrogen generator : featuring passive on-demand gas generation and self-circulated reactant for integration with micro fuel cell, Nathaniel D. Kroodsma
Muffler characterization with implementation of the finite element method and experimental techniques, Tyler W. Le Roy
Nanomechanics of cellulose crystals and cellulose-based polymer composites, Anahita Pakzad
Numerical modeling of the failure mechanisms in Si thin film anode for Li-ion batteries, Siddharth H. Patel
Orbits design for Leo space based solar power satellite system, Neelima Krishna Murthy Addanki
Parameter identification of a copper-zeolite SCR catalyst model using reactor data, Neelima S. Borate
Post processing of multiple GPS receivers to enhance baseline accuracy, Eddy H. Trinklein
Preparation of silicon-metal nanocomposites based on electrophoretic deposition, Yiping Feng
Probe studies of a Hall thruster at low voltages, Jerry L. Ross
Selective matrix remodeling to increase interstitial flow in lymphedema, Melissa Anne Roberts
Simulation of four stroke engine cycle for a 4 - valve pentroof engine in KIVA 3VR2, Yu Chen
Space trajectories optimization using variable-chromosome-length genetic algorithms, Ahmed H. Gad
Stochastic knock detection model for spark ignited engines, Yashodeep Lonari
Sustainability study of nanomaterials including societal and occupational implications, Julio Luis Rivera Garcia
Topological changes in 2D simplicial meshes for the simulation of fractures, James R. Thunes
Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2010
Advanced mechanics of materials with microstructure, Shreehari Elangovan
Energy harvesting from body motion using rotational micro-generation, Edwar. Romero-Ramirez
Mathematical analysis for perceived annoyance of impulsive sounds in terms of physical factors, Gayatri S. Kadlaskar
Modeling mechanical response of heterogeneous materials, Siladitya Pal
Parametric combustion modeling for ethanol-gasoline fuelled spark ignition engines, Yeliana
Quantification of relativistic perturbation forces on spacecraft trajectories, Nicholas Palma Mastricola
Static and dynamic contact angle measurement on rough surfaces using sessile drop profile analysis with application to water management in low temperature fuel cells, Vinaykumar Konduru
Structural and surface property characterization of titanium dioxide nanotubes for orthopedic implants, Tolou Shokuhfar
Three dimensional finite element simulation of polymer melting and flow in a single-screw extruder : optimization of screw channel geometry, Atakan Altinkaynak
Vibro-acoustical analysis and design of a multiple-layer constrained viscoelastic damping structure, Fei Lin
Water transport in complex, non-wetting porous layers with applications to water management in low temperature fuel cells, Ezequiel F. Medici
Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2009
Accelerometer based measurements of combustion in an automotive turbocharged diesel engine, Christopher J. Polonowski
AFRC Translation Experiments for Space Propulsion, Carrie S. Niemela
Decentralized or centralized production : impacts to the environment, industry, and the economy, Abigail R. Clarke-Sather
Electron transport in E x B devices, Emily C. Fossum
Fabrication of nanoparticles by short-distance sputter deposition, Min Nie
Hall-effect thruster-cathode coupling : the effect of cathode position and magnetic field topology, Jason D. Sommerville
Immobilizing bacteriorhodopsin on a single electron transistor, Karl A. Walczak
Micro-fabrication of bio-MEMS based force sensor to measure the force response of living cells, Varun Gouthaman
Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2008
Adaptive control of sinusoidal brushless DC motor actuators, Liangtao Zhu
Bislug flow in circular and noncircular channels and the role of interface stretching on energy dissipation, Joseph E. Hernandez
Development of a direct evaporation bismuth Hall thruster, Dean Richard Massey
Multiscale constitutive modeling of polymer materials, Pavan Kumar Valavala
Photolithography based patterning of bacteriorhodopsin films, Christopher M. Anton
Quantum dot / optical protein bio-nano hybrid system biosensing, Mark H. Griep
Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2007
Effect of segmented anodes on the performance and plume of a hall thruster, Alexander W. Kieckhafer
Non-intrusive pressure measurement in microchannels, Derek Fultz
Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2006
Aerothermodynamic cycle analysis of a dual-spool, separate-exhaust turbofan engine with an interstage turbine burner, Ka Heng Liew
Emission cross sections for neutral xenon impacted by Xe+ and Xe2+, Jason D. Sommerville
Experimental and modeling study of the filtration and oxidation characteristics of a diesel oxidation catalyst and a catalyzed particulate filter, Kiran C. Premchand
Flow simulation for optimized performance of displacement pumps manufactured by engineered machined products, Jordan D. Bilyeu
Fluidic oscillator design for water removal enhancement in a PEM fuel cell, Sheng Han Tseng
Integrated solar energy and absorption cooling model for HVAC (heating, ventilating, and air conditioning) applications in buildings, Sharizal Shaik Ahmedullah
Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2005
Active surgical positioning device for a cochlear implant electrode array, Benjamin Y. Arcand
Filtration and oxidation characteristics of a diesel oxidation catalyst and a catalyzed particulate filter : development of a 1-D 2-layer model, Mohammed Hasan
Model based experimental investigation on Powered Gait Orthosis (PGO), Huojin Cheng
Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2004
Algorithms for autonomous tandem operation of a dual M113 system, Jared L. Dinkel
Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2003
Reynolds-stress turbulence model in the KIVA code for engine simulation, Yeow-Khern Siow