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Micro-Xray tomography based pore-scale simulation of additively manufactured wicks
(Wichita State University, 2023-04-14)An evaporator wick plays a crucial role in high heat flux cooling systems utilized in miniaturized electronic devices, refrigeration, thermoelectric power, and space systems, among others. To design an optimal wick, it is ... -
Technological innovation and diffusion: Exploring AM adoption from a collaboration perspective
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)INTRODUCTION: Additive manufacturing (AM), or 3D-printing, is a key technology to achieve innovation in Industry 4.0. This technology has not been widely adopted by industry, government, and the larger public. Understanding ... -
Material properties improvement of laminated composites using nanoscale reinforcements
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)Fiber-reinforced composite materials are widely used in many industries. They are predominantly used in the aerospace industry to make aircraft structural components and renewable energy industry to make wind turbine blades. ... -
Identifying motivational factors in robot-based assist-as-needed rehabilitation
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)INTRODUCTION: Globally, 2.41 billion people can benefit from rehabilitation due to various injuries or diseases (WHO, 2019). Traditional rehabilitation relies on techniques that are physiological in nature (e.g., assisted ... -
Interlaminar properties improvement of polymeric nanocomposites using helical carbon nanotubes
(Wichita State University, 2021-04-02)Polymer based composite materials are widely used in industries like aerospace, automobile, ship building, renewable energy, spaceships, recreational industry etc. One of the largest consumers of polymeric composite materials ... -
Geothermal cooling system for a small house
(Wichita State University, 2021-04-02)With the rising cost of air conditioning, and the increasing environmental pollution caused by refrigerants, an alternative method for residential cooling needs to be considered. The objective of this research is to find ... -
S.E.L.E.N.E: System Engineered for Lunar Environment, Navigation, and Exploration
(Wichita State University, 2021-04-02)Augmented Reality (AR) display technologies utilize computer-generated virtualized content to enhance the observer's perception of the physical environment. This NASA SUITS (Spacesuit User Interface Technologies for Students) ... -
Identifying motivational factors in robot-based assist-as-needed rehabilitation
(Wichita State University, 2021-04-02)INTRODUCTION: Globally, 2.41 billion people can benefit from rehabilitation due to various injuries or diseases (WHO, 2019). Traditional rehabilitation relies on techniques that are physiological in nature (e.g., assisted ... -
Understanding the physics of droplet electrocoalescence in a microfluidic device
(Wichita State University, 2021-04-02)This work details a parametric study for merging millimeter sized oil droplets, using an electric field, to simulate a mesoscale version of the microfluidic device. This was done to see if the physics of droplet merging ... -
Description of electrostatic zipper actuator dynamics for nonzipped operations
(Wichita State University, 2021-04-02)There is a need for an efficient actuator that consumes less power and produces large displacements for microrobotic applications. The electrostatic zipper actuators have the potential to drive microrobots; however, these ... -
Bismuth Sulfide and Titanium Oxide as photo-electrode materials for dye sensitized solar cells
(Wichita State University, 2021-04-02)Energy production for day-to-day use is moving towards renewable energy sources due to them becoming more economically viable, while being less polluting to operate. Solar energy has become one of the major sources of ... -
Process mapping of additively-manufactured metallic wicks using Bayesian approach
(Wichita State University, 2021-04-02)INTRODUCTION: Wick structures are porous media that provide spontaneous capillary action to maintain fluid circulation in advanced two-phase thermal management systems. However, the conventional manufacturing approaches ... -
Enhancing the performance of elastomer actuators through the approach of distributed electrode array with fractal interconnects architecture
(Wichita State University, 2021-04-02)Dielectric elastomer actuators are flexible and stretchable transducers which are known to achieve large displacements at high speeds and require low power for operation with applications in microrobotics, portable ... -
Brain-computer interface to control a 6 DOF robotic arm
(Wichita State University, 2021-04-02)In this study, a brain-computer interface (BCI) system is developed to control a six degrees of freedom robot arm. Such interface systems have a potential application in space missions for astronauts to have supplemental ... -
Application of helical carbon nanotubes for the improvement of mechanical properties of laminated composites and bonded joints
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)Composites materials are widely used in variety of high-performance engineering applications such as in aerospace, marine, renewable energy, sporting, and automotive industries. The use of composite materials has been ... -
Electrospun nanocomposite fibers of recycled polystyrene foams: An efficient atmospheric fog water generator
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)The production of various plastic wastes is increasing day by day and has become a growing concern to the serious environmental challenges. This type of waste is rarely resolved by microorganisms; hence, the recycling to ... -
Bismuth sulfide and PEDOT: PSS as cost effective counter electrode materials for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)As the energy infrastructure of nations is moving to renewable energy sources out of concern of climate change, solar energy appears to be a large exploitable resource that can be harnessed on a large scale. However, the ... -
The contributions of soy protein quaternary structures on viscoelastic properties of polyethylene oxide/soy protein composites
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)More than four-and-a-half million acres of Kansas land were covered in soybeans in 2018, with Kansas farmers harvesting an average of 44 bushels per acre worth a combined total of $1.6 billion. Soybeans are mostly used for ... -
Numerical study and experimental comparison of laser cutting of 1.2MM thick austenitic stainless-steel using CW Nd: YAG laser
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)Stainless steel-304 is the most common steel used for corrosion resistance applications, but higher melting point is a limitation in industrial manufacturing. The non-conventional and subtractive manufacturing technique ... -
Study of soy protein as a dielectric modifier for polymer materials
(Wichita State University, 2019-04-26)Plant proteins, such as soy protein -- one of the least expensive and most widely available natural resources -- have been widely studied as functional materials. Proteins have great potential in dielectric applications, ...
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