Browsing Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering by Type "Master Thesis"
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Analysis and Performance of Adhesively Bonded Crush Tube Structures
(University of Waterloo, 2012-09-28)Lighter structural and energy absorbing materials are essential to increase fuel efficiency in transportation systems and have provided a motivation to investigate the use of new joining techniques based on the use of high ... -
Analysis of a Mechanically Ventilated Multiple-skin Facade with Between-the-Panes Venetian Blinds
(University of Waterloo, 2009-04-16)A Building Integrated Photovoltaic/Thermal (BIPV/T) system that consists of a mechanically ventilated, multi-skin facade, a between-the-panes venetian blind layer, and a between-the-panes Photovoltaic (PV) panel is considered. ... -
Analysis of Facial Emotional Characteristics: Impact of Culture and Gender
(University of Waterloo, 2021-06-22)Emotional expressions are considered universal for a long time. However, some evidence indicates that there are gender and cultural specific variations in emotional expressions, which leads to inaccurate recognition result ... -
Analysis of Semi-Rigid Connections Subject to Fire Loads in a Steel Framework
(University of Waterloo, 2010-08-26)The purpose of this study is to develop an approach that considers fire as a load in the design of structures. Recent studies of the full-scale fire tests in Cardington, UK and the World Trade Centre collapse have shown ... -
Analysis of the Economic and Carbon Emission Reduction Potential of Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle-to-Grid in Alberta and Ontario
(University of Waterloo, 2024-01-16)Connecting battery electric vehicle (BEV) to the grid is a way of utilizing existing BEV fleet to cut the cost on energy storage and provide monetary incentives to vehicle owners. By coordinating the charging and discharging ... -
Analytical and Experimental Study of a PV/Thermal Transpired Collector
(University of Waterloo, 2008-01-18)In the last few years, unglazed transpired solar collectors (UTCs) have proven to be an effective and viable method of reducing HVAC loads and building energy consumption. With the growing interest in PV/Thermal collectors, ... -
Application of a Network Model for Complex Fenestration Systems
(University of Waterloo, 2011-08-31)In the fight to reduce carbon emissions, it is easy to see the necessity of reducing energy consumption. Buildings consume a large amount of energy, and have significant potential for energy savings. One tool for realising ... -
Application of a Rate Dependent Cohesive Zone Model to Predict Impact Response in Adhesively Bonded Ultra-High Strength Steel Tubes
(University of Waterloo, 2019-08-15)The design of multi-material lightweight vehicle (MMLV) structures incorporating structural adhesive joining requires advanced CAE supported by material characterization and computational model validation at the component ... -
The Application of MEMS Microphone Arrays to Aeroacoustic Measurements
(University of Waterloo, 2011-04-28)Aeroacoustic emissions were identified as a primary concern in the public acceptance of wind turbines. A review of literature involving sound localization was undertaken and led to the design of two microphone arrays to ... -
Application of Nonlinear Model Predictive Control to Holonomic Mobile Robots without Terminal Constraints or Costs
(University of Waterloo, 2020-09-01)The use of mobile robots greatly enhances the capability and versatility of industrial robots compared to their fixed counterpart. However, successfully deploying autonomous mobile robots is challenging and requires accurate ... -
The Application of Particle Image Velocimetry in a Small Scale Wind Tunnel
(University of Waterloo, 2002)This study investigated the applicability of Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) as a velocity measurement technique for use in wind tunnel flows. To carry out the investigation, a small scale wind tunnel was designed and ... -
Application of Stereo-Depth Camera and Alignment Algorithms for Part Monitoring During Machining
(University of Waterloo, 2023-11-20)A stereo-depth camera is proposed to be used in conjunction with fiducial markers on a calibration plate and a fine-tuning alignment algorithm for part monitoring in a CNC machine. Together, a selected pyramid-shaped ... -
Assessing Au-Al Wire Bond Reliability Using Integrated Stress Sensors
(University of Waterloo, 2010-04-30)Wire bond reliability testing typically consists of aging bonds in a high temperature environment for long time periods, and removing samples at intervals to assess bond shear strength and characterize the bond cross ... -
Assessment of Crack in Corrosion Defects in Natural Gas Transmission Pipelines
(University of Waterloo, 2010-04-28)Pipelines are one of the safest forms of transportation for oil and gas. However, pipelines may experience some defects, such as cracks, corrosion and cracks in corrosion, during service period. In this thesis, the current ... -
Assessment of Geometrical Features of Internal Flaws with Artificial Neural Network Optimized by a Thermodynamic Equilibrium Algorithm
(University of Waterloo, 2020-10-21)In nondestructive testing (NDT), geometrical features of a flaw embedded inside the material such as its location, length, and orientation angle are critical factors to assess the severity of the flaw and make post-manufacturing ... -
Assessment of Laser Solid Freeform Fabrication for Realization of Shape Memory Alloy Components with Complex Geometry
(University of Waterloo, 2008-01-25)The purpose of the present study was to assess the feasibility of a laser layer manufacturing technique for realization of shape memory alloy (SMA) components with complex geometry. Pre-placed laser solid freeform fabrication ... -
Assessment of Occupant Response in Frontal Bus Crash Scenarios using Human Body Models to Improve Public Transportation Safety
(University of Waterloo, 2022-09-26)There has been limited investigation regarding occupant safety in transit bus crash scenarios. Experimental testing and numerical modelling can provide the insight required to reduce injury risk to transit bus passengers. ... -
The Assessment of Practical Per-Cooling Targeting Peripheral Limbs During Exercise in Hot and Humid Environments
(University of Waterloo, 2022-10-25)When excess body heat generation owing to the performance of exercise coincides with the heat dissipation limitations presented by hot and humid environments, the body’s ability to maintain thermal balance is compromised, ... -
Assigning Closely Spaced Targets to Multiple Autonomous Underwater Vehicles
(University of Waterloo, 2009-04-29)This research addresses the problem of allocating closely spaced targets to multiple autonomous underwater vehicles (AUV) in the presence of constant ocean currents. The main difficulty of this problem is that the non-holonomic ... -
Atmospheric Dispersion of Radionuclides Following Small Modular Reactor Accidents
(University of Waterloo, 2019-05-23)Small modular reactors (SMRs), reactors having a power rating of 300 Megawatts (MW) or less, have been under development for several decades. As fewer larger reactors are built due to the high upfront capital investment, ...