Browsing Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering by Type "Doctoral Thesis"
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Cooperative Manipulation using a Magnetically Navigated Microrobot and a Micromanipulator
(University of Waterloo, 2017-12-13)The cooperative manipulation of a common object using two or more manipulators is a popular research field in both industry and institutions. Different types of manipulators are used in cooperative manipulation for carrying ... -
Cooperative Navigation for Teams of Mobile Robots
(University of Waterloo, 2008-02-05)Teams of mobile robots have numerous applications, such as space exploration, underground mining, warehousing, and building security. Multi-robot teams can provide a number of practical benefits in such applications, ... -
Cooperative Vehicle Perception and Localization Using Infrastructure-based Sensor Nodes
(University of Waterloo, 2023-04-17)Reliable and accurate Perception and Localization (PL) are necessary for safe intelligent transportation systems. The current vehicle-based PL techniques in autonomous vehicles are vulnerable to occlusion and cluttering, ... -
COUPLED DYNAMICS OF CABLE-HARNESSED STRUCTURES: ANALYTICAL MODELING AND EXPERIMENTAL VALIDATION
(University of Waterloo, 2019-05-24)This thesis presents analytical models to study the vibration characteristics of cable-harnessed beam structures motivated by space structure applications. The distributed parameter models proposed in this work considers ... -
Coupled Topology Optimization and Process Simulation System for Laser Powder-bed Fusion Additive Manufacturing
(University of Waterloo, 2019-12-11)Additive Manufacturing (AM), widely known as 3D printing, is a transformative method to industrial manufacturing, helping in creating lighter, stronger, smarter parts and systems. As one of the most important and commercially ... -
Crack in Corrosion Flaw Assessment in Thin-Walled Pipe
(University of Waterloo, 2014-08-28)Pipelines are a safe and efficient method for transporting high volumes of oil and gas. However, aging pipelines may experience flaws, such as cracks or corrosion. Present approaches include detection, assessment and repair ... -
Crystal Plasticity Based Modelling of Surface Roughness and Localized Deformation During Bending in Aluminum Polycrystals
(2015-09-25)This research focuses on numerical modeling of formability and instabilities in aluminum with a focus on the bending loading condition. A three-dimensional (3D) finite element analysis based on rate-dependent crystal ... -
Crystal Plasticity Based Numerical Modeling of Temperature and Strain Rate Dependent Behavior in Mg Alloys
(University of Waterloo, 2021-06-23)This thesis provides a combined experimental and numerical study to explore the mechanical and forming behavior of E-form Plus Mg alloy. For the last few decades, Mg alloys are a key of interest for replacing heavier steel ... -
Crystal Plasticity Based Numerical Modelling of Dynamic Recrystallization in Magnesium Alloys
(University of Waterloo, 2015-01-20)The automotive industry has not been able to take full advantage of the lightweight of magnesium, or its alloys, because of its reduced formability at room temperature. In order to enhance the workability of magnesium ... -
Crystal Plasticity Modelling of Large Strain Deformation in Single Crystals of Magnesium
(University of Waterloo, 2010-10-21)Magnesium, with a Hexagonal Close-Packed (HCP) structure, is the eighth most abundant element in the earth’s crust and the third most plentiful element dissolved in the seawater. Magnesium alloys exhibit the attractive ... -
Cuffless Blood Pressure Monitoring: Estimation of the Waveform and its Prediction Interval
(University of Waterloo, 2021-12-21)Cuffless blood pressure (BP) estimation devices are receiving considerable attention as tools for improving the management of hypertension, a condition that affects 1.13 billion people worldwide. It is an approach that can ... -
Cure and Conductivity: Investigation of Thermal Processing of Silver Nanobelt - Epoxy Composites
(University of Waterloo, 2017-04-28)Electrically conductive adhesive (ECA) composites based on diglycidyl ether of bisphenol-A / triethylenetetramine (DGEBA/TETA) epoxy, including a hybrid nanocomposite containing newly developed silver nanobelts, have been ... -
Current and Temperature Distributions in Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell
(University of Waterloo, 2012-06-21)Proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC) is a potential alternative energy conversion device for stationary and automotive applications. Wide commercialization of PEMFC depends on progress that can be achieved to enhance ... -
Cyclic Characterisation and Plasticity Modelling of AM30 Magnesium Alloy Extrusion
(University of Waterloo, 2017-08-14)Reducing fuel consumption and, thereby, greenhouse gas pollution has been the main thrust of lightweighting endeavours by transportation industries, particularly, automotive sector. Wrought magnesium alloys, being the ... -
A Decentralized Approach to Dynamic Collaborative Driving Coordination
(University of Waterloo, 2008-08-29)This thesis presents a novel approach to several problems in intelligent transportation systems using collaborative driving coordination. With inter-vehicle communication and intelligent vehicle cooperation, important ... -
A Dependable Actuator and Sensor Health Monitoring System
(University of Waterloo, 2023-06-27)Impressive progress in vehicle control technologies has equipped modern vehicles with advanced driver assistance and stability control systems to help the driver handle unfavorable driving conditions. These control systems ... -
Design and Implementation of Magnetic Levitation Based Modular Omnidirectional Conveyor System
(University of Waterloo, 2023-08-21)Smart manufacturing is now required to be more intelligent and flexible to support mass customization. Magnetic levitation or maglev technology can increase the flexibility of modern manufacturing with its advantages of ... -
Design for Additive Manufacturing: Topology Optimization of Structures under Design-Dependent Loads and Manufacturing Constraints
(University of Waterloo, 2021-05-18)The advances in additive manufacturing (AM) have opened new possibilities in design and manufacturing that were not previously attainable. AM has found application in several industries such as aerospace, medical, automotive, ... -
Design of a Smart Tire Sensor System
(University of Waterloo, 2015-09-22)A research project is conducted that involves the design of a smart tire sensor system that can determine six tire outputs, including tire longitudinal force, tire lateral force, tire vertical force, tire aligning moment, ... -
Design, Analysis, and Optimization of a Dual Tank Solar-Assisted Heat Pump System
(University of Waterloo, 2015-03-16)This work investigates the performance of a dual tank solar-assisted heat pump (SAHP) system. These systems combine solar thermal collectors (STCs) and a heat pump (HP) into a hybrid system to meet building thermal loads. ...