Browsing by Author "David, Allan E."

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Computer-Aided Molecular Design with Multi-Dimensional Characterization

Robert, Herring, III (2014-10-10)

In this work, a methodology for the solution of computer-aided molecular design (CAMD) problems with property models utilizing descriptors of varying dimensionality has been presented. The problems encountered within this ...

Directed Self-Assembly of Tethered Membranes on Nanoparticles

Kelly, Alexander (2018-04-30)

Nanoparticles have demonstrated success in overcoming many barriers of therapeutic delivery. The advantages of these systems include increased drug loading, an ability to package poorly soluble and/or highly toxic drugs, ...

Effects of Carbon Nanotube Type and Surface Functionalization on the Carbon Nanotube-Unsaturated Polyester Resin Composite Properties

Goswami, Joyanta (2016-12-19)

The goal of this research was to understand the dispersion of carbon nanotubes (CNT) in unsaturated polyester resin (UPR), the relative strength of nanotube-resin interactions, and curing into nanocomposites. These are ...

Experimental Study of Sea Salt Particles (SSP) Filtration Performance for On-Board SOFCs

Zhao, Pengfei (2016-05-06)

This work described in the dissertation mainly focuses on the filtration of sea salt particles (SSP), which flow into the cathode side of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs) on the ships. Currently, SOFCs are being considered ...

Material Compatibility for Passive Two-Phase Immersion Cooling Applications

Kelly, Alexander L. (2014-03-04)

The objective of this work was to investigate potential material compatibility issues related to immersion cooling for high performance computing applications. Extended exposure of potential performance computing components ...

Nanoparticle Coatings for Surface Morphology Control and Superhydrophobicity

Zhong, Jie (2016-11-16)

Surface modifications with nanoparticles are major concerns in the realization of the full potential of nanoscale devices. Currently, no single surface treatment technology can solve all problems of reliability. Further, ...

Size Optimization of Magnetic Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications via a Novel Size- Selective Fractionation Process

Rogers, Hunter (2014-12-12)

Magnetic nanoparticles, especially those composed of iron oxide, are extremely attractive options when it comes to MRI contrast agents and magnetically targeted therapies. Their superparamagnetic properties as well as their ...