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Compression Response and Modeling of Interpenetrating Phase Composites and Foam-Filled Honeycombs
(2009-08-03)
Although multiphase materials with discrete, dispersed and/or embedded phases in a matrix have been evolving over the years, there are limitations in terms of the degree of concentration of the secondary phase that can be ...
Compressive Strength and Modulus of Elasticity Relationships for Alabama Prestressed Concrete Bridge Girders
(2014-07-09)
The state of Alabama constructs many of its bridges using precast, prestressed concrete bridge girders. There is a desire to more accurately predict girder cambers through the time of deck placement. Proper understanding ...
Computational and Experimental Investigation of Oil Separation from an Oil-Water Two-Phase Pipe Flow and Its Accumulation in a Subsea Dead-Leg
(2019-07-23)
Both 2- and 3-dimensional transient computational studies of two-phase turbulent flow within a horizontal channel/pipe with a vertical capped dead-leg placed downstream of an oil/water supply source simulating parts of a ...
Computational Catalyst Design for Hydrocarbon Partial Oxidation Processes
(2023-08-09)
Chemical conversions in catalytic selective oxidation processes of light hydrocarbons are responsible for the production of numerous industrial chemicals, plastics, and intermediates. These processes are relatively expensive ...
Computational Characterization of Drag Reduction for Platooning Heavy Vehicles
(2015-05-06)
This thesis uses Computational Fluid Dynamics to analyze the aerodynamic properties of multiple heavy vehicle groups in leader-follower configurations, referred to as platoons. The primary metric of interest is the resistive ...
Computational Design of Random Rough Surfaces in Thin-film Solar Cells by Stochastic Gradient Methods
(2021-07-21)
We present an efficient numerical algorithm to solve for the optimal random structure in
maximizing the absorptance for thin-film solar cells. Random rough texture can increase the
absorbing efficiency of solar cells by ...
A Computational Fluid Dynamics Analysis of a Driver-Assistive Truck Platooning System with Lateral Offset
(2017-04-17)
This study utilizes Computational Fluid Dynamics to analyze the aerodynamic drag performance of a two-truck Driver-Assistive Truck Platooning system. Simulations were conducted to characterize the drag reduction versus ...
A Computational Fluid Dynamics Analysis of Shock Wave-Boundary Layer Interactions
(2018-07-20)
With the continuous development of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), many different numerical methods and turbulence models have been modified to enhance the capability of prediction of complex turbulence flow. This study ...
Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulation Of Chemically Reacting Gas Flows Through Microfibrous Materials
(2008-05-15)
This dissertation presents results of research efforts to propose a design space for new microfibrous materials with enhanced chemical
reactivity with optimum pressure gradient. These microfibrous materials material are ...
Computational Investigation of Condensed Phase Properties of Ionic Systems
(2012-04-17)
Four computational studies have been performed with various computational techniques including density functional theory, post-HF theory, and implicit solvation modeling to investigate the dehydrogenation mechanism of ...
Computational Investigation of the Influence of Novel Fins on Melting of Phase Change Materials within Shell-and-Tube Latent Heat Thermal Energy Storage Units
(2023-08-09)
Numerical investigations are carried out to analyze the melting characteristics of the phase change material (PCM, n-octadecane) in three shell-and-tube latent heat thermal energy storage (LHTES) systems. These systems ...
A Computational Mechanistic Study of an Aza-Michael Addition and a Paal-Knorr Reaction
(2015-01-13)
Computational chemistry is a rapid growing branch of chemistry that seeks to interpret chemical problems and predict chemical phenomena using mathematical approximations and computer programs. In the present work, we ...
Computational Methods for Evaluation of Protein Structural Models
(2019-04-23)
Proteins are essential parts of organisms and participate in virtually every process within the cells. The function of a protein is closely related to its structure than to its amino acid sequence. Hence, the study of the ...
Computational Modeling, Design and Synthesis of Selective Cannabinoid Receptor 2 (CB2) Agonists
(2021-12-08)
Synthetic cannabinoids that are synthesized and used recreationally are a world-wide health problem. They are synthesized in order to mimic the euphoric effects similar to THC, but due to the higher affinity at the cannabinoid ...
Computational screening strategies for rational biocatalyst and electrocatalyst design and development
(2022-08-03)
In most of the important aspects of modern civilization such as food production, energy usage, or biomedical and biochemical advances, catalysis plays a crucial role in supporting these efforts. For a greener and sustainable ...
Computational Studies of Dinoflagellate Luciferase and Radical S-adenosyl-L-methionine Enzymes
(2022-12-06)
This dissertation seeks to apply computational methods to study two enzymatic systems: dinoflagellate luciferase and radical S-adenosyl-L-methionine enzymes. Dinoflagellates are microorganisms, many of which are capable ...
A Computational Study of Modern Approaches to Risk-Averse Stochastic Optimization Using Financial Portfolio Allocation Model
(2016-07-27)
We study some novel approaches to risk-averse stochastic optimization. Our
goal is to numerically evaluate whether these methods result in an improved decision
making under conditions of uncertainty. The methodology used ...
A Computational System to Solve the Warehouse Aisle Design Problem
(2017-05-17)
Order picking is the most costly operation in a warehouse. However, current warehouse design practices have been using the same design principles for more than sixty years: straight rows with parallel pick aisles and ...
Computational Vorticoacoustic Stability Analysis of the Bidirectional Vortex Engine
(2016-05-04)
Since the invention of combustion-based propulsion systems, the presence of resonating, broadband waves has often been associated with the onset of a phenomenon known as "combustion instability." These waves commonly take ...
Computer Science Implementations: A Study of Perceptions and Professional Development Needs
(2023-08-01)
The goal of this research was to identify the perceived needs of teachers, evaluate the overall climate of the Computer Science classroom, and address strengths and weaknesses in support for Computer Science teachers. The ...