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A Laboratory Study on the Kinematic and Pressure Responses of an Internally Pressurized Novel Surrogate Headform Subjected to Blunt Impacts
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Instrumented surrogate head models – each of which exhibits varying degrees of complexity – are employed to study traumatic brain injury and mild traumatic brain injury. Despite advancements over the years, many existing surrogate head models lack a pressurized cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or...
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Markerless Surface Topography for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Screening, Torso Aesthetic Appearance Assessment, and Postural Outcomes Evaluation
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The primary goal of conservative treatment for adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is to prevent the spinal curve from worsening. Other goals of treatment are to improve aesthetic outcomes through postural correction, address respiratory dysfunction, and treat pain symptoms. The...
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Fall 2024
Large-scale membrane technology has seen significant growth over the past 40 years. Despite its advancements, the industry lacks sustainability and cannot be considered entirely environmentally friendly. Membrane manufacturing primarily depends on nonbiodegradable petroleum-based polymers and...
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Spring 2024
Komaragiri, Lalitha Ganesh Prabhu
This thesis delves into the intricate dynamics of water droplet freezing, a phenomenon with profound implications across a spectrum of fields including climate science, anti-icing technologies, and cryogenic 3D printing. The influence of heat transfer on the wettability and freezing processes of...
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Numerical investigation of the pollutant dispersion in the heterogeneous urban settings from rooftop sources
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Exhaust gases emitted from roof-based sources are recognized as one of the primary sources of urban air pollution that could considerably deteriorate both outdoor and indoor air quality. Urban planners frequently use analytical and semi-empirical dispersion models to assess the pollutant...
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Spring 2024
Oil and gas pipelines (OGP) play a crucial role in sustaining the economy. With the increasing speed of pipeline network building, there is a corresponding growth in energy supply and demand. Nevertheless, numerous pipeline network safety operating issues arise during oil and gas transportation,...
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Screw-Propelled Omni-Directional Robot: Automation of Waypoint Navigation and Control System Integration
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Helix-25 is a screw-propelled mobile robot designed by Copperstone Technologies® to survey hazardous ponds and fields. Currently this robot is manually operated, which may not be feasible during various circumstances. The control strategies for screw propelled robots have been limited, with a...
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Spring 2024
In the ongoing energy transition and renewable energy era, maintaining the integrity and resilience of power distribution networks is paramount. It is necessary to minimize power outages and deliver electricity to consumers safely and reliably. Underground power cable failures are one of the...
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Evaluating the Biomechanics of Tooth Movement induced through Orthodontic Braces using an Integrated Clinical and Mechanical Approach
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Orthodontics is the dental specialization focused on correcting tooth and jaw misalignments. The treatment is known to have positive effects on the quality of life of the public by improving personal aesthetics and oral health. A common fixed treatment option is orthodontic braces, composed of...
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Design, Manufacturing and Development of Hybrid Manufacturing System for Rapid Investment Casting
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Direct rapid investment casting integrates additive manufacturing (AM) technology into conventional investment casting. This approach addresses the challenges of high lead time and cost but is effective only on a small scale (up to a cube of 0.3 m side). It utilizes thermoplastics such as...