Browsing ISME Theses and Dissertations by Title
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A comprehensive cost estimation for additive manufacturing
(Wichita State University, 2021-07)Additive Manufacturing (AM) is an emerging manufacturing method by which Computer-Aided Design (CAD) models are directly made into products and structures. Layers of material, such as polymers, metals, ceramics, composites, ... -
A hybrid imperialist competitive algorithm approach to solve a green vehicle routing problem
(Wichita State University, 2017-05)One of the most significant extension problems of the vehicle routing problem (VRP) is the heterogeneous fixed fleet vehicle routing problem (HFFVRP), which aims to provide service to a specific customers' group using a ... -
A modified individual measurements q-chart for monitoring the average of multiple stream processes
(Wichita State University, 2022-07)An increasing number of manufacturing processes involve multiple streams where the same type of item is produced in a parallel fashion. Traditionally, streams need to be monitored using separate control charts. The number ... -
A practical approach to project scheduling: Considering multiple critical path scenarios in project network
(Wichita State University, 2017-07)A well-managed project results in efficient scheduling of the interrelated components of work tasks, resources, stakeholders and budgets plans. The goal is for project managers to be able to generate an initial schedule ... -
A reinforcement learning approach to industrial robotic operation
(Wichita State University, 2019-12)In the current industrial market, all the companies strive to achieve shorter lead-times, reduced scrap and elimination of bottlenecks. To this regard, industries have recently employed human-robot teaming strategies in ... -
A study of temperature effects in modulation-assisted machining
(Wichita State University, 2017-12)Machining is a process that involves extreme physical and chemical interactions between cutting tools and work materials. The extreme interactions lead to high tool wear and intensive energy expenditure; and, to mitigate ... -
A study of the effect of vibration on accuracy of 3D-printed parts via vat-photopolymerization
(Wichita State University, 2020-12)Additive Manufacturing (AM) technology has emerged as a promising alternative for many industries, including aerospace, space, automobile, medical and biomedical. This is due to AM’s advantages over traditional manufacturing ... -
A study of the machinability of additively manufactured Inconel 625
(Wichita State University, 2017-12)Additively made parts will likely require post-processing by machining and other methods in order to improve surface finish and dimensional accuracy. This new class of materials have unique microstructures and properties ... -
Accuracy of video-based moment arm measurements and use with occupational low back disorder assessment methods
(Wichita State University, 2020-05)A large portion of occupational low back disorders (OLBDs) are due to industrial lifting activities. Prior research has clearly demonstrated the association between the external loadings and the risk of OLBD. Low back ... -
Advanced data-driven prognostics and health management for complex dynamic systems
(Wichita State University, 2016-05)Prognostics and health management (PHM) is an emerging engineering discipline that diagnoses and predicts how an engineered system will degrade its performance and when it will lose its partial or whole functionality. With ... -
Advanced failure diagnostics and prognostics for complex system health management
(Wichita State University, 2014-05)This dissertation consists of four published or accepted journal articles that address some of the key problems in prognostics and health management area (PHM). Effective health diagnostics and prognostics provide multifarious ... -
Advanced fusion diagnosis with evolving data streams for health management of complex engineered systems
(Wichita State University, 2017-12)Effective health diagnostics for engineered systems provide tremendous benefits such as improved safety, reliability, and reduced costs of operation and maintenance. Extensive literature review on health diagnostics and ... -
Airline delay prediction using machine learning algorithms
(Wichita State University, 2020-12)This dissertation develops machine-learning models to predict the airline on-time performance using different types of variables. The second chapter details a methodology developed to improve performance of the model and ... -
An integrated approach for the design of production and material-handling system using the concept of manufacturing system states
(Wichita State University, 2014-12)In spite of a long history of profound research on manufacturing systems, researchers have rarely explored the aspect of integrating the two key components of manufacturing systems: production system and material-handling ... -
An integrated quality software development model
(Wichita State University, 2015-05)As industries grow in size and complexity, the demand for software increases. The success of a software product is determined by its quality, which can be improved by introducing new and more efficient development models. ... -
An optimal delivery strategy for multi-perishable products through supply chain network
(Wichita State University, 2018-05)The optimization of delivery plan is a critical issue, especially for multiple perishable products in any profitable organization. This paper develops a model for the efficient implementation of supply chain systems for ... -
Analysis of elemental concentration and spectral biomarkers in ischemic muscle of patients with peripheral artery disease
(Wichita State University, 2015-07)Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a chronic progressive narrowing of the arterial lumen due to atherosclerosis (fat, plaque deposition and hardening of arterial walls), which affects approximately 8 million lives in the ... -
Analysis of machining quality in edge trimming of carbon fiber reinforced composite
(2005-12)Carbon fiber reinforced composites (CFRP) have found extensive application in today’s industries such as aerospace, automotive and shipping industries for their high strength and light weight. But due to its inhomogeneous ... -
Analytical methods for integrating state-of-the-art healthcare quality frameworks into decision-making
(Wichita State University, 2019-07)In 2001, the Institute of Medicine proposed the use of six quality aims to guide healthcare improvement efforts. These aims specify that healthcare should be effective, efficient, safe, timely, patient-centered, and ... -
Analyzing the impact of energy storage system on distribution system
(Wichita State University, 2018-05)Modern lifestyle has increased the electrical energy demand. with the increase of power demand, the attention on the renewable resource has also increased due to their environmental and economical; benefits. the renewable ...