Browsing ETD: Electronic Theses and Dissertations by Title
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A comprehensive iterative design, simulation and finite element analysis of bare metal stent and diseased artery
(Wichita State University, 2015-12)Fatigue is a material failure due to cyclic forces acting upon said material. Fatigue can make the material fail before the stresses reach ultimate tensile strength or fracture strength. Intravascular coronary stent are ... -
A computational methodology for evaluation of the structural damage to a car and its occupant response for the new FMVSS 301R regulation as well as for various real-world rear-end collision scenarios
(Wichita State University, 2017-12)Due to requirements and continuous design improvement in automobile industries, it has become mandatory to keep passenger car and seating in automobile to safest at the time of a crash collisions. Although the rear-end ... -
A computational study of the dynamic responses of a composite versus a metallic aircraft fuselage structure in vertical impact along with examination of inclusion of struts and injury prediction of occupants
(Wichita State University, 2015-07)In recent years, the study on crashworthiness of aircraft fuselage section has been of great interest due to the increase in air travel and demand for occupant safety. The FAA conducted a series of drop tests on aircraft ... -
A computational study on static and unconstrained dynamic rollover crash tests of a mid-size SUV for various initial rollover parameters
(Wichita State University, 2018-05)In terms of frequency of accidents, rollover crashes are uncommon among all other crash types or directions. However, they are associated with highest fatality rate than any other crashes, as 33% of fatalities in automobile ... -
A course in plane geometry adapted to life adjustment education
(Wichita State University, 1951-06)The purpose of this study was to plan a course in plane geometry which would (1) recognize the importance of personal satisfaction and achievement for each individual within the limits of his abilities and (2) center ... -
A course of study in religion for Catholic high schools
(Wichita State University, 1943)The dominant purpose of this thesis is to present in a limited way a program of studies for the four years of high school, broad enough to challenge the brightest pupil and simple enough in arrangement to appeal to the ... -
A critical study of the material of James Fenimore Cooper's Leather-stocking series
(Wichita State University, 1951-06)The following chapters will be a study of the novels within the skeleton of James Fenimore Cooper’s Leather Stocking Series. By this, it is meant that the novels included in the series will be individually examined in an ... -
A DC-DC converter with high-voltage step-up ratio and reduced-voltage stress for renewable energy generation systems
(Wichita State University, 2018-12)This research work presents a high gain direct current-direct current (DC-DC) converter which is derived from a traditional boost converter. Electrical power systems are changing from a centralized generation model to a ... -
A design of experiment and Kriging-based model for studying the dynamics of multibody mechanical systems with revolute joint clearance
(Wichita State University, 2013-05)Over the last two decades, extensive work has been conducted to study the dynamic effect of the joint clearances in multibody mechanical systems. In contrast, little work has been devoted to optimize the performance of ... -
A exploratory study to create an anti-neutrino directional and ranging sensitive detector (NUDAR)
(Wichita State University, 2023-07)This research project set out to do an exploratory study to find a novel way to detect $\bar{\nu }$ for small reactor powered vessels and to analyze the potential capabilities within the realm of nuclear defense. A ... -
A facet level analysis of the concurrent and construct validity of the MCMI-III Grossman Facet Scales using the MMPI-2-RF specific problems scales as the criterion
(Wichita State University, 2016-07)Both the Millon Clinical Multiaxial Inventory-III (MCMI-III) and the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2-Restructured Form (MMPI-2-RF) are well established assessment instruments that were developed to help ... -
A familiar journey for wind ensemble
(Wichita State University, 2019-05)For years, whenever I’ve felt the urge to escape from the doldrums of everyday life, I’ve turned to video games. To me, these games have always been marvels of storytelling because I don’t just get to hear a fantastic ... -
A fast time series power flow method for active distribution system control applications
(Wichita State University, 2021-05)Power system balancing, where supply of energy has to equal demand all time, is a very important constraint for electric power systems. In recent years, number of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and penetration of ... -
A flexible application layer approach to data aggregation
(Wichita State University, 2014-07)Data aggregation techniques traditionally utilize cross-layer optimizations, which prove challenging to implement and are applicable only to a few related scenarios, while each new scenario requires a new approach. Proposed ... -
A foundation for a model of subjective value in free-to-play games
(Wichita State University, 2017-05)Mobile gaming is an emerging trend in the gaming community. Many of these games are known as "free-to-play" or "freemium". Users can play a mobile game for free, but can also purchase a large number of virtual goods ... -
A framework for measuring post-attack system-wide anonymity in anonymous communication systems
(Wichita State University, 2018-12)We develop techniques for measuring the amount of anonymity provided by anonymity systems in the aftermath of attacks. Anonymity systems are special systems that enable their users to carry out anonymous communication over ... -
A generic Bayesian approach using Laplace approximation for model-based failure prognosis
(Wichita State University, 2013-12)A generic Bayesian framework using Laplace approximation for model-based remaining useful life prognosis is presented in this thesis. The developed generic Bayesian prognosis approach models and updates the remaining useful ... -
A grand challenge: Social media monitoring, concerns, and authority in grandfamilies
(Wichita State University, 2016-05)As of 2010, an estimated 7.5 million children live in a household maintained by a grandparent (U.S. Census Bureau, 2010), indicating a social phenomenon that transcends socioeconomic status, ethnicity, or cultural differences. ... -
A grounded theory study of retention among rural speech-language pathologists
(Wichita State University, 2016-07)The purpose of this qualitative study is to investigate rural speech-language pathologists' motivations for remaining in rural practices. Administrations and recruiters frequently offer monetary incentives to professionals ... -
A history of the First Presbyterian church of Wichita, Kansas
(Wichita State University, 1935-07)The history of the First Presbyterian Church is of special interest to Wichita, not only from a standpoint of its contribution to the betterment of the social and religious work in the community, but from a historical ...