• Deep Learning Based Crop Row Detection 

  Doha, Rashed Mohammad (2022-05)

  Detecting crop rows from video frames in real time is a fundamental challenge in the field of precision agriculture. Deep learning based semantic segmentation method, namely U-net, although successful in many tasks related ...
• Analyzing Compressed Air Demand Trends to Develop a Method to Calculate Leaks in a Compressed Air Line Using Time Series Pressure Measurements 

  Daniel, Ebin John (2022-05)

  Compressed air is a powerful source of stored energy and is used in a variety of applications varying from painting to pressing, making it a versatile tool for manufacturers. Due to the high cost and energy consumption ...
• Physics-Based Modelling and Simulation Framework for Multi-Objective Optimization of Lithium-Ion Cells in Electric Vehicle Applications 

  Gaonkar, Ashwin (2022-05)

  In the last years, lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) have become the most important energy storage system for consumer electronics, electric vehicles, and smart grids. The development of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) based on ...
• Experimental Measurement of Blood Pressure in 3-D Printed Human Vessels 

  Talamantes, John, Jr. (2022-05)

  A pulsatile flow loop can be suitable for measurement of in vitro blood pressure. The pressure data collected from such a system can be used for evaluating stenosis in human arteries, a condition in which the arterial ...
• Modeling of Steel Laser Cutting Process Using Finite Element, Machine Learning, and Kinetic Monte Carlo Methods 

  Stangeland, Dillon (2022-05)

  Laser cutting is a manufacturing technology that uses a focused laser beam to melt, burn and vaporize materials, resulting in a high-quality cut edge. Although previous efforts are primarily based on a trial-and-error ...
• RADAR Modeling For Autonomous Vehicle Simulation Environment using Open Source 

  Kesury, Tayabali Akhtar (2022-05)

  Advancement in modern technology has brought with it an advent of increased interest in self-driving. The rapid growth in interest has caused a surge in the development of autonomous vehicles which in turn brought with ...
• Image Segmentation, Parametric Study, and Supervised Surrogate Modeling of Image-based Computational Fluid Dynamics 

  Islam, Md Mahfuzul (2022-05)

  With the recent advancement of computation and imaging technology, Image-based computational fluid dynamics (ICFD) has emerged as a great non-invasive capability to study biomedical flows. These modern technologies increase ...
• Computer Vision Based Robust Lane Detection Via Multiple Model Adaptive Estimation Technique 

  Fakhari, Iman (2021-12)

  The lane-keeping system in autonomous vehicles (AV) or even as a part of the advanced driving assistant system (ADAS) is known as one of the primary options of AVs and ADAS. The developed lane-keeping systems work on either ...
• Development of a Sensor System for Rapid Detection of Volatile Organic Compounds in Biomedical Applications 

  Angarita Rivera, Paula Andrea (2021-12)

  Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are endogenous byproducts of metabolic pathways that can be altered by a disease or condition, leading to an associated and unique VOC profile or signature. Current methodologies for VOC ...
• Demand Controlled Ventilation Energy Savings for Air Handling Units 

  Blubaugh, Matthew (2021-12)

  Heat, cooling, and ventilation units are major energy consumers for commercial buildings, they can consume as much as 50% of the total annual power usage of a building. Coherent management of an air handling system’s energy ...
• Reduction of Mixture Stratification in a Constant-Volume Combustor 

  Rowe, Richard Zachary (2021-12)

  This study contributes to a better working knowledge of the equipment being used in a well-established combustion lab. In particular, several constant-volume combustion properties (e.g., time ignition delay, flame propagation, ...
• Development of ABAQUS-MATLAB Interface for Design Optimization using Hybrid Cellular Automata and Comparison with Bidirectional Evolutionary Structural Optimization 

  Antony, Alen (2021-12)

  Topology Optimization is an optimization technique used to synthesize models without any preconceived shape. These structures are synthesized keeping in mind the minimum compliance problems. With the rapid improvement in ...
• Multiobjective Optimization of Composite Square Tube for Crashworthiness Requirements Using Artificial Neural Network and Genetic Algorithm 

  Zende, Pradnya (2021-12)

  Design optimization of composite structures is of importance in the automotive, aerospace, and energy industry. The majority of optimization methods applied to laminated composites consider linear or simplified nonlinear ...
• Incorporation of Bio Based Flax Fiber Reinforced Polymer Skins for Packaging Enhancements 

  Sukhyani, Sufia (2021-12)

  This thesis provides an approach to incorporate natural composites like Flax Fiber using a resin with 30% bio-content to enhance the packaging boxes made of corrugated cardboard. The objective of introducing natural composite ...
• Design and Optimization: Multi-Needle Electrospun MWCNTS/EPOXY Nanofiber Scaffolds for High Volume Production to Enhance Physical and Mechanical Properties of CFRP 

  Habarakada Liyanage, Asel (2021-12)

  Electrospinning is the process of ejecting a polymer melt or solution through a nozzle in the presence of a high-voltage electric field, which causes it to coalesce into a continuous filament with anywhere from a micron ...
• Carbon Fiber Reinforced Lithium-Ion Battery Composites with Higher Mechanical Strength: Multifunctional Power Integration for Structural Applications 

  Jadhav, Mayur Shrikant (2021-08)

  This study proposes and evaluates a multi-functional carbon fiber reinforced composite with embedded Lithium-ion battery for its structural integrity concept. The comparison of versatile composite structures manufactured ...
• Unified Tertiary and Secondary Creep Modeling of Additively Manufactured Nickel-Based Superalloys 

  Dhamade, Harshal Ghanshyam (2021-08)

  Additively manufactured (AM) metals have been increasingly fabricated for structural applications. However, a major hurdle preventing their extensive application is lack of understanding of their mechanical properties. ...
• A Novel Fusion Technique for 2D LIDAR and Stereo Camera Data Using Fuzzy Logic for Improved Depth Perception 

  Saksena, Harsh (2021-08)

  Obstacle detection, avoidance and path finding for autonomous vehicles requires precise information of the vehicle’s system environment for faultless navigation and decision making. As such vision and depth perception ...
• Interfacial Toughening Of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) Matrix Composites Using MWCNTs/Epoxy Nanofiber Scaffolds 

  Wable, Vidya Balu (2021-05)

  This study represents a cost-effective method to advance the physical and mechanical properties of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) prepreg composite materials, where electrospun multiwalled carbon nanotubes ...
• Physics-Based Diesel Engine Model Development, Calibration and Validation for Accurate Cylinder Parameters and Nox Prediction 

  Ahire, Vaibhav Kailas (2021-05)

  Stringent regulatory requirements and modern diesel engine technologies have engaged automotive manufacturers and researchers in accurately predicting and controlling diesel engine-out emissions. As a result, engine control ...

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