Theses from 2022
Investigating the Effects of SiC Abrasive Particles on Friction Element Welding, Gaurav Awate
Effects of Polymer Side-Group Size on Interfacial Mechanics of Graphene-Polymer Nanocomposites, Grace Brokaw
Tunable Filtration of Particles During Dip-Coating, Connor Copeland
Computational Tradespace Exploration, Analysis, and Decision-Making: A Proposed Framework for Organizational Self-Assessment, Julia Daniels
Quantifying Shear Stresses in Tissue Engineered Aortic Heart Valves, Raj Nitin Dave
Utilizing Systematic Design and Shape Memory Alloys to Enhance Actuation of Modular High-Frequency Origami Robots, Jessica M. Den Haese
Examining the Different Snap-Through Characteristics of Bistable CFRP Composite Laminates, Vishrut Deshpande
Creep Behavior of a Ti-based Multi-Principal Element Alloy, Benjamin Elbrecht
Analysis of the Self-heating Effect on Unfilled Poly(Methyl Methacrylate) Due to Cyclic Behavior, Muhammed R. Kose
An Application of Optimized Bistable Laminates as a Low Velocity, Low Impact Mechanical Deterrent, Graham Lancaster
Supporting US Army Next-Generation Ground Vehicle Simulation Modeling Using an Integrated Ontology Suite, Edward Louis
A Study on Effect of Manufacturing Parameters on Morphology of A356 Aluminum Foam, Nikhil Nanabhau Mahajan
Soft Robotic Arms for Fall Mitigation: Design, Control and Evaluation, Param Malhotra
Predictive Performance and Teaming Via the MIST-C OCEAN Hierarchy Utilizing Personality and Skills, Brighton H. Owen
An Experimental Analysis of Thin Sheet Metal Bending by Ultrafast Laser Peen Forming, Bryce J. Tessmann
Multiple Objective Function Optimization and Trade Space Analysis, Yifan Xu
A Benchtop Robotic Automation Approach for Manufacturing Prefilled Syringes, Yehua Zhong
Theses from 2021
Fluid Rheological Effects on Insulator-Based Dielectrophoresis, Joseph Armakan Bentor
Surrogate Modeling of Single, Multi-Patch and Kirigami Composite Laminates for Design Purposes, Jebin Biju
Parametric Study of Orthogonal Pantographic Lattice with Non-Linear Torsional Resistance at Pivots, Mahendra Singh Bisht
Exploiting Multi Stability of Compliant Locking Mechanism for Reconfigurable Articulation in Robotic Arm, Troy Justin Carhart
Dynamic Mechanical Behaviors of Nacre-Inspired Graphene-Polymer Nanocomposites Depending on Internal Nanostructures, Cho Chun Chiang
Mechanism Behind Grain Boundary Segregation and Mechanical Properties Enhancement of CoCrFeMnNi High Entropy Alloy Through Molecular Dynamics Simulation, Zibusiso Dhlamini
Considerations for Testing Full-Scale Wind Turbine Nacelles with Hardware-in-the-Loop, Kirk Christopher Heinold
Development and Application of a Digital Twin for Chiller Plant Performance Assessment, Mihir Kale
Automating the Design Optimization of Vehicle Structures, William Bruce McCormack
Comfort, Acceptance, and Preferences: The Designing of a Human-Robot Workstation that Puts the Human First, Jassmyn Quionna Aleshia McQuillen
Thermal Modeling of Fused Deposition Modeling Process Using Discrete Elements, Chelsea Charles Menezes
Development of Guidelines for Support Structure Design and Placement in Metal Additive Manufacturing, Lucas M. Morand
Applications of Set-Theoretic Topology in the Construction and Analysis of Engineering Design Spaces, Joshua Bronson Ortiz
An Experimental Study Exploring the Influence of Different Representation of Requirements on Idea Generation, Akash Patel
Developing a Computational Model for a Novel, Peristaltic-Style Ventricular Assist Device, Colin Pender
A Computational Evaluation of Turbulence Generators in Co-Axial Ground Heat Exchangers, Rohit Ashok Rao
Design and Fabrication of a Polymer FDM Printer Capable of Build Parameter Monitoring and In-Sit Geometric Monitoring Via Photogrammetry, Travis Roberts
Impact of Non Torque Loading on Wind Turbine High Speed Shaft Bearing Failure Modes During a Grid Interruption Event, Joseph Scott Roulier
Velocity Optimization in Connected Autonomous Vehicles and its Impact on Surrounding Traffic, Sumedh Sathe
Promoting a Safe Hospital Environment Through Autonomy, Christopher Lee Sousa
Tradespace Exploration of a UAV Conceptual Design Using Model-Based Systems Engineering, Ayan Srivastava
Comparing Change Management Processes for Requirements and Manufacturing: An Interview Based Study, Meredith Grace Sutton
Data-driven System Identification and Optimal Control Framework for Grand-Prix Style Autonomous Racing, Rongyao Wang
Generating Training Data for Machine Learning Applications in Manufacturing Through Purposeful Failure, Ethan Wescoat
Theses from 2020
Optimal Control of Image Based Visual Servoing (IBVS) for High Precision Visual Inspection Applications, Mark S. Allen
Exploiting the Nonlinear Stiffness of Origami Folding to Enhance Robotic Jumping Performance, Samuel Reese Allison
Exploiting the Asymmetric Energy Barrier in Multi-Stable Origami to Enable Mechanical Diode Behavior, Nasim Baharisangari
The Role of Substrate Elasticity in Droplet Splashing, Bailey Basso
Design of a Single Layer Metamaterial for Pressure Offloading in Transtibial Amputees, Nathan Kenneth Brown
Scanning Pattern Optimization to Reduce Temperature Gradients in DMLS, Caroline Victoria Buck
Test Frame Design for Characterization of Additive Manufacturing Compliant Materials, Sean Fry
Asymmetric Instability of Thin-Film Flow on a Fiber, Chase Tyler Gabbard
Data-Driven Control with Learned Dynamics, Wenjian Hao
Utilization of Kirigami Skins as a Method of Creating Bespoke Soft Pneumatic Actuators, Steven Michael Iannucci
Quasi-Articulation of a Continuous Robotic Manipulator Enabled by Stiffness-Switching Origami Joints, Joshua Kaufmann
Functional Description for Thick Bistable Carbon Fiber Laminates with Rayleigh-Ritz, Abaqus, and Experiments, Christopher Henry Knippenberg
Topology Optimization of Irregular Shaped Pressure Vessels Using a Level-Set Method, John Michal Kremar
The Role of Grain Boundaries in the Tensile Deformation Behavior of CoCrFeMnNi High Entropy Alloys, Hyunsoo Lee
Study of Ultrafast Laser-Induced Surface Structures on Stainless Steel and Fused Silica for Optical Property Modification, Shreyas Vinay Limaye
Effects of Phase Decomposition on the Strength Of CoCrFeMnNi High Entropy Alloy, Fredrick Christopher Monroe
Detection of Delaminations in Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers Embedded with Terfenol-D Particles Using Machine Learning, Christopher Nelon
Follower Helping Behavior in Engineering Design Teams: Theoretical Constructs and Protocol Analyses, Jessica Plaunt
Analysis of the Mechanical Properties of 3D Printed Recycled ABS, Sathwika Ponnapalli
The Frequency-Amplitude Response of a Class of Nonholonomic Systems, Colin Rodwell
The Role of Automation Perceptions in Manufacturing Strategy, Edwin Chase Wentzky
Fatigue Crack Growth Behavior of CoCrFeNi, William Matthew Williams
Rapid, Low-Fidelity Analysis Methods Using Historical Aircraft Data for Initializing the Conceptual Design of Hypersonic Aircraft, Daniel Mason Wilson
Wetting Analysis of the Ultrasonic-Assisted Soldering Process, Joshua Caleb Wilson
Multi-Scale Molecular Dynamics Simulation of Fused Silica Under Shock Impact, Tristan Woods
Static Pressure Recovery Effects of Conical Diffusers with Swirling Inlet Flow, James Ray Wright III
The Change Management Process for Automation Implementations, Nicole Zero
Theses from 2019
Agent-Based Resilient Transportation Infrastructure with Surrogate Adaptive Networks, Andre Aaron Apostol
Human Powered Energy Harvester based on Autowinder Mechanism: Analysis, Build and Test, Abby Joseph Arakal George
Effects of Component Model Fidelity Level on Dynamic Analysis Accuracy of a Multi-MW Wind Turbine Drivetrain, Nathaniel James Beasley
Using Origami Folding Techniques to Study the Effect of Non-Linear Stiffness on the Performance of Jumping Mechanism, Blake Betsill
Effects of Mode II on an Angled Crack in Unidirectional Carbon Fiber Composites, Jacob L. Biddlecom
The Processing of Binder Jet Multi-Material 3D Printing to Improve upon Material Properties, Sara Mohammed Damas
Understanding Requirement Generation: Studies on Interventions and Comparison between Novices and Practitioners, Maria Vittoria Elena
Dynamics of a Vibration Driven Bristle Bot, Chandravamsi Gandra
Analyzing the Coiling Motion of Plant-Inspired Soft Actuators with Tilted Helix Fiber Reinforcement, Ryan Kirby Geer
Rheological Effects on Fluid Flow in a Contraction-Expansion and Cavity Microchannel, Purva Popat Jagdale
Analytical Modeling of Melting of Levitated Ice Particles and Freezing of Water Films on Cold Surfaces, Shivuday Kala
Behavior and Energy Loss Optimization of an Elastic Material Metastructure, Andrew S. Montalbano
Geometric Characterization of Polygonal Hydraulic Jumps and the Role of Weir Geometry, Taylor Edwin Nichols
Defining Relationships Between Geometry and Behavior of Bistable Composite Laminates, Salil Abhijit Phatak
Multi-Scale, Multi-Criteria Design of Meta-Materials with Offset Periodicity, Rushabh Rajesh Sadiwala
The Effect of Geometric Defects and Porosity on the Mechanical Behavior of Additively Manufactured SS 316L and AlSi10Mg Components, Benjamin A. Smith
An Exploratory Study of the Influence of Design Process Ordering on the Requirement Generation of Novice Designers, Nicholas Spivey
Modelling Strategies to Examine the Influence of Fidelity Levels on Dynamic Behavior of Multi-MW Wind Turbine Gearbox, Jesalkumar Thakkar
Terfenol-D Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) Embedded Sensing for Early Damage Detection, Brandon Eugene Williams
Theses from 2018
An Experimental Study of Low Velocity Impact of Bistable Laminated CFRP Composites, Cameron Alexander Abarotin
An Experimental Study of Geometric Defects and Their Significance on Material Properties and Behavior, Jody Bernard Bartanus
Intrinsic Geometrical Constraints of Spontaneously Excited Leidenfrost Drops, Jesse Edward Bergen
An Experimental Investigation of the Effect of Functional Ordering on Morphological Chart Exploration, Anant Chawla
Establishing a Protocol to Observe Leadership Behaviors in Engineering Design Teams, Douglas James Chickarello
Multiscale Behavior of Fused Deposition Additively Manufactured Thermoplastic Cellular Materials, Kaitlynn Melissa Conway
Design of Meta-material Tank Track System with Experimental Testing and Sensitivity Analysis of Additively Manufactured Meta-material Backer Pads, Samuel J. Franklin
An Investigation into the Usability of an Innovation Management Assessment Tool, Elizabeth Jane Westerlund Gendreau
Tools for the Investigation of Reduced Exercise Capacity in Fontan Patients, Akash Gupta
An Experimental Investigation of Combined Symmetric Asymmetric Composite Laminates, Guy Maximilian Kemmann