Theses/Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Discrete Moment Problems with Logconcave and Logconvex Distributions
(2020-05)We introduce new shape constraints, logconcavity and logconvexity, to discrete moment problems for bounding the k-out-of-n type probabilities and expectations of higher order convex functions of discrete random variables ... -
A Computational Investigation of the Biomechanics for Platelets Aggregation
(2020-05)The proximal cause of most heart attacks and many strokes is the rapid formation of a blood clot (thrombus) in response to the rupture or erosion of an arterial atherosclerotic plaque. The formation of a thrombus in ... -
Improving Wake-Up-Word and General Speech Recognition Systems
(2020-05)Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR), a technology that allows a machine to recognize the utterances spoken into a microphone by a person and then converts it to text, is commonly used for different types of applications, ... -
IoT-based Solutions for Privacy-Preservation During Interaction with Assistive Robotics
(2020-05)As mobile robot technologies become pervasive in daily life settings and share physical space with regular people, privacy concerns and complications arise. In particular, the independent and enhanced mobility features ... -
Blockchain For Educational Certificate Distribution
(2020-05)There are many authenticity problems associated with paper certificates and diplomas. Besides the increase in the forgery of paper certificates and diplomas, other quality problems regarding paper certificates and diplomas ... -
A Feature-Based Approach to Function Modeling and Reasoning for Thermal-Fluid Systems Engineering
(2020-08)This research is focused on extending the language of function modeling by developing CAD-like features that are built using primitive functions. These features are reusable units of functions that represent the working ... -
Analysis of Polyester Interleafs for Toughness Enhancement in Composite Structures
(2020-05)Delamination between composite layers is one of primary weaknesses in composite material structure. Various researchers have developed techniques to control delamination in laminated structures. One of these techniques ... -
A Web-based User-Interface for Internet of Things Device Management
(2020-07)With the growing advances in the Internet of Things (IoT) technology, which combines various devices with distinct functions, capabilities, and communication protocols, it is essential to provide a platform that enables ... -
Model Optimization For Edge Devices
(2020-05)Edge devices are undergoing groundbreaking computing transformation, which lets us tap into artificial intelligence, quantum computing, 5th generation network capability, fog networking, and computing complex algorithms. ... -
A Bio-inspired Classification System for Cyber-Physical-Human Identity Resolution
(2020-05)The Internet has created a need for understanding complex technology and identities today. Cybercrime can take years to solve, and a systematic design may aid in more rapid resolution. Classification of identities involves ... -
Optimal Control of Coefficients for the Second Order Parabolic Free Boundary Problems
(2020-05)Dissertation aims to analyze inverse Stefan type free boundary problem for the second order parabolic PDE with unknown parameters based on the additional information given in the form of the distribution of the solution ... -
Characterization of Written Text Using Data and Network Science
(2020-05)The success of humans cannot be attributed to language, but it is certainly true that language and humans are inseparable. Since the first language appeared, we have seen that language continually evolving over space and ... -
Design, Analysis, and Demonstration of a Multipurpose Fluid Tank Dynamics Characterization Platform
(2020-05)The development of a highly versatile multiphase fluid tank characterization platform is essential to the analysis and improvement of propellant storage tanks. The performance of these tanks is highly critical to the ... -
Examining the Impact of Student Motivation on Performance in Mechanical Engineering Design Courses
(2020-05)Design courses are an integral component of undergraduate engineering education. Design is recognized as one of the primary responsibilities of an engineer in industry. New designs are responsible for stimulating sales ... -
Optical Nanoantenna Coupled Detector and Hybrid Surface Waveguide
(2020-05)In recent years, plasmonic resonant antennas have seen widespread consideration in many detection and chemistry applications due to their potential for enhancing and confining the emission and polarization of electromagnetic ... -
Blockchain Interoperability with Cross-chain Stablecoin Payments
(2020-05)A Peer-to-peer payment system was one of the first proposed applications of blockchain technology. Cryptocurrencies have instead been used as a speculative investment. Stablecoins worth approximately 7 billion USD circulate ... -
Infrared Detection and Waveguiding Using Metasurfaces
(2020-05)The goal of this work is to be able to detect thermal radiation in the long-wave and mid-infrared spectrum to a reasonable efficiency. In order to aid this effort, antenna arrays with large collection apertures are coupled ... -
A Study on Reaction Rate Factors of a Single-Step Combustion Mechanism for Gasoline HCCI Combustion
(2020-05)Homogeneous Charge Compression Ignition (HCCI) engine has been invented to achieve the advantages of both diesel and gasoline engines. HCCI engine can run with a higher compression ratio like diesel engine in order to ... -
Analysis of Fatty Acids in Chukchi Sea Sediments
(2020-05)The Arctic Ocean and its marginal seas are key areas for understanding the global climate system. Climate change causes increased terrigenous materials to be carried into the ocean as well as higher production of marine ... -
Flight Path Control During Hypersonic Atmospheric Entry Using Active Magnetic Arrays
(2020-05)The purpose of this thesis is to study the reaction to the Lorentz force induced during the hypersonic regime of flight by an active magnetic field. The effect that a magnetic array has on the flight characteristics of ...