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Spring 2017
The water-energy nexus refers to the relationship between water and energy, wherein each one needs the other. This thesis examines that part of the water-energy nexus concerned with water needed for energy production, conversion, and utilization. There has been limited focus on assessing the life...
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Development of MEMS-based Piezoresistive Three Dimensional Stress/Strain Sensor with Temperature Compensation
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In this research, a developed n-type piezoresistive three dimensional (3D) stress sensor with full temperature compensation is presented. The proposed sensing rosette benefits from the stress insensitivity of the full-circular n-type piezoresistor, oriented over (111) silicon plane, to detect...
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Development of Methodological Framework and its Application for Life Cycle Assessment of Renewable Fuels for Transportation
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There is scientific consensus on climate change and the adverse impacts of anthropogenic greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. In order to reduce GHG emissions, all-encompassing transitions in energy, transportation, buildings, industrial systems, and land are required. The extraction, production, and...
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Development of Microstructure-Informed Computational Models for the Design of Cold-Sprayed Additively Manufactured Metal-Ceramic Composite Materials
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This thesis develops microstructure-based finite element (FE) models of cold-sprayed additively manufactured (CSAM) metal-ceramic composites – Al-Al2O3 in this research – to fill a gap in our understanding of the microscale failure progression in the material in correlation with its macroscale...
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Development of Multi-Functional Add-On Hybrid Armor Models and Designs used for Vehicle Protection
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In the first part of this thesis, a validated polyurethane adhesive model is implemented into a system-scale ceramic/armor model for ballistic impact simulations. Here, the trilinear cohesive zone (TCZM) technique is used to simulate the dynamic failure of SikaForceTM6 7752-L60 polyurethane...
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Spring 2023
High entropy alloys (HEAs) are a new class of advanced metallic materials that have received significant attention in recent years due to their stable microstructures and promising properties. They are characterized by their peculiar mixing of five or more principal elements in equimolar...
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Development of Non-Destructive Indentation Fracture Toughness Methodologies for High Strength Alloys Case study: High strength rail steels and aluminum
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Rail derailment comprising largely from main track derailments frequently occur in the Canadian railway network. Reports have shown that some of these derailments experienced a train-initiated emergency brake application caused primarily from broken rails especially at extreme cold temperatures....
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Development of Novel Wearable Sensor Technology for Walking Training Toward Functional Restoration of Stroke Patients
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Independent walking is a significant challenge for stroke patients, and improving mobility is of crucial importance for them. Supervised walking training is the standard rehabilitative program for this population; however, it can often be performed for only a few hours a week due to limited...
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Development of Optimum Locations and Scales for an Integrated Multi-feedstock Waste-to-value-added Facility through Geographical Information System Modelling
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Biomass and municipal solid waste (MSW) management have received significant attention globally of late. This study is focused on the utilization of lignocellulosic biomass (agricultural and forest residue) and MSW. The potentials of lignocellulosic biomass and MSW are used to determine the...
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Spring 2014
The development of rapid detection techniques to be applied at the point of use, has been gaining significant attention in the recent years. Rapid techniques are important and preferable methods in healthcare and environment sector due to the advantages they offer such as low-cost and reduced...