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Dissertations and Theses: Recent submissions
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Mesh Adaptation for Large Eddy Simulation with the FR/CPR Method
(University of Kansas, 2022-12-31)The computational mesh for a Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation must provide sufficient cell density at proper locations in the domain in order to resolve the flow physics impactful to the targeted engineering ... -
Investigating The Effects Of Passive Compliant Coatings On Trailing-Edge Noise
(University of Kansas, 2022-12-31)Trailing-edge noise is a significant noise source for various rotorcraft applications such as wind turbine rotors or propellers of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). With growing dependence on wind energy and increasing usage ... -
A Framework for Assessing Decompiler Inference Accuracy of Source-Level Program Constructs
(University of Kansas, 2022-12-31)Decompilation is the process of reverse engineering a binary program into an equivalent source code representation with the objective to recover high-level program constructs such as functions, variables, data types, and ... -
Organic Electrosynthesis of Carboxcylic Acids Facilitated by CO2-eXpanded Electrolytes
(University of Kansas, 2022-12-31)This work focuses on forming carbon-carbon bonds between \CO and organic substrates utilizing electrochemistry alongside \CO eXpanded Electrolytes (CXEs) to enhance traditional synthesis techniques. Traditionally, ... -
Solutions of Linear and Nonlinear ODEs in Time Resulting from Decoupling of Space and Time in IVPs
(University of Kansas, 2022-12-31)This thesis presents considerations for determining a meritorious time integration strategy for a system of linear and nonlinear ordinary differential equations (ODEs) in time resulting from decoupling space and time in ... -
EVALUATION OF MULTIPLE CORROSION PROTECTION SYSTEMS FOR REINFORCED CONCRETE BRIDGE DECKS
(University of Kansas, 2022-12-31)This study evaluated the corrosion resistance of epoxy-coated (ASTM A775), hot-dip galvanized (ASTM A767), and continuously galvanized (ASTM A1094) reinforcement, and the conventional reinforcement (ASTM A615) used to ... -
Compression Lap Splices of Straight Bars and Compression Development of Headed and Hooked Bars in Beam-Column Joints
(University of Kansas, 2022-12-31)ACI 318-19 Building Code provisions for compression lap splices and for headed and hooked bar development in special moment frame (SMF) joints were evaluated against databases of test results. Recommendations are made for ... -
The Development of a Common Factors Based Virtual Reality Therapy System for Remote Psychotherapy Applications
(University of Kansas, 2022-12-31)Mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety affect one in five adults in the United States. According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), non-serious mental illnesses are found in 30.6% ... -
Feasibility Assessment of an Uncontrolled Nanosatellite Constellation Mission for Radar Depth Sounding of Ice Sheets
(University of Kansas, 2022-12-31)To improve ice sheet models used to estimate future sea level rise, major contributions must be made to ice thickness datasets. To date, ice thickness measurements have primarily been made by using depth sounding radars ... -
FPGA Implementation of an FFT-Based Carrier Frequency Estimation Algorithm
(University of Kansas, 2022-12-31)Carrier synchronization is an essential part of digital communication systems. In essence, carrier synchronization is the process of estimating and correcting any carrier phase and frequency differences between the transmitted ... -
Computational Fluid Dynamics Investigation into High Mast Illumination Poles: Influence of Light Fixture Type
(University of Kansas, 2022-12-31)High mast illumination poles (HMIPs) are commonly used throughout the United States to illuminate large areas such as highways and rest stops. HMIPs have proven to be susceptible to fatigue under wind loading, yet interactions ... -
A Biomechanist's Guide to Defying Gravity: An Exploration of the Physiological Link between Sensorineural Function and Postural Control
(University of Kansas, 2022-12-31)In the United States, 28.7% of adults aged 65 or older experience a fall every year, amounting to an estimated 29 million falls. Of these falls, 7 million result in injuries that require medical treatment and contribute ... -
Peptide-mediated route to biomimetic collagen intrafibrillar mineralization
(University of Kansas, 2022-12-31)Overcoming short lifespan of current dental adhesives remain a significant clinical need. Adhesives rely on formation of hybrid layer to adhere to dentin, and penetrate within collagen fibrils. Achieving complete enclosure ... -
An Investigation of Hydroplaning Reduction at Superelevated Highway Transitions in Kansas
(University of Kansas, 2022-12-31)Superelevated highway transitions experience an area of zero-cross slope as the outside lane transitions from a normal crown cross slope to superelevation. These areas of poor drainage cause an increase in water accumulation ... -
Characterization of Carbon Fiber Composite and Standard Structural Beam Shapes for UAS VHF Antenna Applications
(University of Kansas, 2022-08-31)This dissertation is entitled "Characterization of Carbon Fiber Composite and Standard Structural Beam Shapes for UAS VHF Antenna Applications." Its abstract has been temporarily embargoed on behalf of the author. -
Formally Verified Bundling and Appraisal of Evidence for Layered Attestations
(University of Kansas, 2022-08-31)Remote attestation is a technology for establishing trust in a remote computing system. Core to the integrity of the attestation mechanisms themselves are components that orchestrate, cryptographically bundle, and appraise ... -
Model of electrically stimulated hernia mesh electrode for soft tissue healing
(University of Kansas, 2022-08-31)Hernia repair is a common surgery that repairs tissues that have torn due to strain, allowing the internal organs to protrude from the body cavity [1,2]. Hernioplasty, which is hernia repair surgery with incorporation of ... -
In-Vehicle Safety Features and Their Impacts on Fatal Crashes
(University of Kansas, 2022-08-31)One of the most important safety metrics in transportation engineering is fatal crashes, and a major effect to improve safety is to reduce fatal crashes. Therefore, safety features are continuously tested and equipped in ... -
Mismatched Processing for Radar Interference Cancellation
(University of Kansas, 2022-08-31)Matched processing is a fundamental filtering operation within radar signal processing to estimate scattering in the radar scene based on the transmit signal. Although matched processing maximizes the signal-to-noise ratio ... -
Geometric Design Methods for Conducting Solids Cooled by Conjugate Heat Transfer Including Surface Radiation
(University of Kansas, 2022-08-31)The objective of this dissertation is to develop and investigate design methods for conducting solids cooled by multimode heat transfer, including surface radiation. The goal is to determine solid shapes with reduced or ...