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Advanced Analytical Treatment of Shapes and Shifts of Hydrogenic Spectral Lines in Plasmas and its Applications 

Sanders, Paul IV (2018-04-24)
This work presents a detailed analysis and improvement of various aspects of the theory of the Stark broadening of hydrogen and hydrogen-like ions for a broad range of dense plasma parameters, while looking at both the ...

Advanced Characterization of Shape Memory Polymers and Electrospun Conducting Polymers for Engineering Applications 

Siwakoti, Midhan (2023-12-06)  ETD File Embargoed
Smart materials are an attractive solution to low cost, low weight and high performance applications. They have multifunctional properties that can be controlled by external stimuli such as light, heat and electricity. ...

Advanced Clustering Methods and Applications for Data Visualization 

Wu, Bo (2018-04-13)
Categorizing all sorts of data without any label information is one of the most important tasks in preprocessing raw data. To achieve that, an unsupervised learning technique, called clustering, is utilized. Generally, ...

Advanced Computing Techniques in Structural Evaluation of Flexible Pavements Using the Falling Weight Deflectometer 

Leiva-Villacorta, Fabricio (2012-07-25)
The use of nondestructive deflection testing has become an integral part of the structural evaluation and rehabilitation process of pavements in recent years. The falling weight deflectometer (FWD) is commonly used to ...

Advanced Learning Algorithms of Neural Networks 

Yu, Hao (2011-08-26)
The concept of “learn to behave” gives very vivid description of functionalities of neural networks. Specifically, a group of observations, each of which consists of inputs and desired outputs, are directly applied to ...

Advanced Monitoring and Soft Sensor Development with Application to Industrial Processes 

Galicia Escobar, Hector Joaquin (2012-05-04)
This dissertation presents the research performed to develop innovative multivariate process monitoring and soft sensor approaches for industrial processes. In the operation of modern industrial processes, it is attempted ...

Advanced Neuroscience Data Analysis using Functional Data Analysis Methods 

Yi, Yuyan (2023-12-06)  ETD File Embargoed
There has been a growing interest in neuroscience data, encompassing fields like engineering, bioengineering, and neurophysiology. Researchers increasingly utilize neural signals, including electroencephalography (EEG) ...

Advanced physical and chemical characterization of oil spill residues 

Han, Yuling (2019-04-18)
Oil spill contamination is a worldwide problem. On April 20th, 2010, the Deepwater Horizon (DWH) oil platform located off the coast of Louisiana exploded and sank after 2 days. The wellhead could not be sealed until July ...

Advanced Process-Property Characterization of Additively Printed Flexible Hybrid Electronics (FHE) 

Goyal, Kartik (2022-12-09)  ETD File Embargoed
Printed Electronics (PE) is a constant evolving and growing technology that shows a tremendous potential for the future of electronics. Advancements in PE processes demonstrates its viability to fabricate electronic circuits ...

Advanced RC Phase Delay Capacitive Sensor Interface Circuits for MEMS 

Meng, Yuan (2015-05-06)
Many types of sensors in MEMS technology convert a measurand to a proportional change in capacitance. One of the techniques of measuring capacitance is utilizing the phase delay of an RC network with a resistor and the ...

Advanced Relational Interventions, Emotional Arousal, The Real Relationship, and Single Session Outcome 

Black, Sharon (2017-11-30)
This study examined relationships among client-perceived session factors (self-reported emotional experience and judgments about the extent to which the therapist utilized process interventions), therapist-perceived session ...

Advanced SiO2/SiC Interface Passivation 

Sharma, Yogesh (2012-10-08)
Silicon carbide is a wide band semiconductor with high critical field EC (~ x7 Si) and excellent thermal conductivity (~ x3 Si). These properties make SiC a good candidate for power switching applications. The Baliga figure ...

Advanced Statistical Learning Approaches to Healthcare 

Simsek, Serhat (2019-06-03)
In this dissertation, we propose a novel statistical modeling methodology that effectively analyzes and extracts information from large datasets. Two real datasets were employed to validate the proposed methodology: breast ...

Advancements and Implementation of Polynomial-Based Learning Machines for Data Processing and System Modeling 

Pukish, Michael, III (2014-04-23)
At the present time, the need in all disciplines for efficient and powerful algorithms for the handling of large and complex datasets is certainly at its highest. Extremely large multi-dimensional datasets are commonplace ...

Advancements in Vacuum Process Molding and Casting 

Capps, Johnathon (2005-08-15)
Vacuum assisted molding, or ‘V’ Process molding, possesses many benefits over other sand casting processes. However, the process lacks the high cooling rates and speed of solidification that other sand casting processes ...

Advances in Digital Gradient Sensing (DGS) Method for Experimental Mechanics 

Miao, Chengyun (2019-09-19)
Shape and surface topography evaluation from measured slopes is of considerable engineering significance in optical metrology and experimental mechanics. These kinematic quantities are often used for metrology of optical ...

Advances in Electronic Chaotic Oscillators with Applications in Communication Systems and Radar System 

Rhea, Benjamin (2019-07-18)
Chaos theory is an emerging topic in electronics due to some of the inherent properties that can be considered advantageous in particular applications. Some of these properties include topological mixing, continuous power ...

Advances in Understanding Graphene Hybrids and MXenes 

Hamade, Fatima (2023-03-01)  ETD File Embargoed
The overall goal of this research was to contribute to understanding the effects of additional components on the microstructures and properties of two-dimensional (2D) systems, namely graphene hybrids and MXenes. The first ...

Advancing a better understanding of influences on relational health: A prevention science approach 

McGill, Julianne (2016-07-28)
One of the strongest predictors of optimal health, well-being, and life satisfaction is having stable and supportive relationships (Pinker, 2014). Yet as evidenced by high rates of relationship dissolution, maintaining ...

Advancing Cancer Treatment: Nano-Based Therapy and Innovative Evaluation Platform 

Kang, Xuejia Jr (2024-04-29)  ETD File Embargoed
Cancer continues to be a predominant cause of mortality despite extensive research efforts. The intricate microenvironment surrounding cancer poses formidable challenges for effective treatment strategies. In response to ...