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Development of an in-core neutron monitoring system and characterization of the University of Texas at Austin TRIGA reactor steady-state neutron flux variations for use with Neutron Activation Analysis
(2018-05-02)The pneumatic NAA facility within The University of Texas at Austin is widely used for the measurement of trace elemental concentrations. It has been shown for extremely short duration NAA irradiations, sample activation ... -
Mechanical property variation in metal lattice struts
Direct metal laser sintered lattice structures offer favorable tradeoffs between strength and weight, which are of interest to designers. However, manufacturing defects present throughout the lattices create significant ... -
Merged plantarflexor muscle activity is predictive of poor walking performance in post-stroke hemiparetic subjects
Stroke is the leading cause of long-term disability and individuals post-stroke often experience impaired walking ability. The plantarflexor muscles (PFs) are critical to walking through their contributions to the ground ... -
Wafer scale exfoliation of monocrystalline micro-scale silicon films
(2018-02-14)This thesis presents a new method and tool for controlling the thicknesses and quality of exfoliated monocrystalline silicon thin-films. The resulting films can be used to create high-performance and cost-effective flexible ... -
A novel fabrication process for CMUTs in air
A novel fabrication method for producing capacitive micromachined ultrasonic transducers (CMUTs) is presented. The process uses conductive silicon on insulator (SOI) substrates to produce an unstressed transducer diaphragm. ... -
Constrained black box optimization for radioisotope thermal generator manufacturing
(2017-12-08)This thesis aims to optimize the conditions and policies used at Los Alamos National Laboratory for the manufacturing of Radioisotope Thermal Generators used for deep space exploration. This manufacturing faces unique and ... -
Radiation modeling of novel insulating and conductive materials for SGEMP applications
(2017-12-08)Due to the unique features of the system generated electromagnetic pulse and its effects on electronics and electrical systems, much research and design efforts have gone into studying and developing radiation hardened ... -
Design and evaluation of annular quasi-zero stiffness structures for sealing applications
(2016-09-29)This thesis presents the design, modeling and analysis of axisymmetric quasi-zero stiffness mechanism. Literature review is carried out for seals and quasi-zero stiffness structures to develop a thorough understanding. The ... -
Fluid retention in textured surfaces under shear flow conditions
(2016-08-16)The ability of a surface to retain water or oil has oil-gas flow assurance applications like hydrocarbon deposition prevention, oil-water separation and core annular flows. This dissertation examines the ability of textured ... -
Additive robot systems
(2016-09-19)Additive robot systems are created by “adding” together heterogeneous robot modules at clearly defined interfaces. Each robot module is aware of its geometry, dynamics, primary function, and capabilities. Communication ... -
Flexible all-gel-based supercapacitors
(2016-05-05)Flexible energy storage devices are important sources of power for flexible electronics such as role up screens and wearable electronics. Most of the flexible energy storage devices are based on using either carbon ... -
In-situ laser control method for polymer selective laser sintering (SLS)
(2016-05-05)This thesis investigates thermal issues of the Selective Laser Sintering process. A method for controlling laser energy deposition in order to normalize post-sintering temperatures is presented. Infrared sensors are used ... -
Development and analysis of stretchable electronics in biopotential monitoring
In this Thesis, stretchable electronics are studied and developed, with a focus on the epidermal monitoring of biopotentials for healthcare and other applications. Conventional manufacturing processes for stretchable ... -
El derecho a la tierra : rural and urban grassroots resistance in the Dominican Republic
(2018-10-04)This project investigates and collects stories of resistance from women defending their land, water and community in the Dominican Republic (DR) and puts them in conversation with each other. These movements are different ... -
Mapping the landscape : intervention services for child sexual abuse in Lima, Peru
(2018-10-08)In this project, I explore challenges related to providing and receiving support services after a child has experienced sexual violence. My research aims centered on mapping the landscape of existing services for child ... -
Alexandre Testanegra : an Ottoman spy in the New World?
(2018-05-04)In 1580, alcalde mayor of Atucpa Diego Díaz del Castillo took Alexandre Testanegra, a Greek sailor and former Ottoman Janissary, to jail. Diaz del Castillo prosecuted Testanegra for the charges of spying and creating maps ... -
“Read this and pass it on” : a history of mimeographed resistance to the Uruguayan dictatorship
(2018-06-25)Scholars have paid scant attention to the mimeograph’s role in influencing social change, despite the fact that such media have long allowed counter-narratives a space for expression. This dual degree Master’s thesis ... -
“There is no institution stronger than the church” : situating evangelical actors in the institutional landscape of development practice in the Dominican Republic
(2018-05-01)This research centers on understanding the networks shaped by American Evangelical Christian non-governmental organizations as a particular subset of actors that influence community development practice in Santo Domingo, ... -
Amor a la lucha : women’s narratives of community development and resilience in Los Platanitos, Santo Domingo Norte, Dominican Republic
(2018-06-26)This project investigates community resilience and gendered empowerment in self-built neighborhoods through the experience of community development organization Mujeres Unidas (Women United) in Los Platanitos, Dominican ... -
Collective responses to state-led displacement and relocation projects : lessons learned from Beleninos river communities
(2018-04-26)Most social sciences scholarship on the relationship between environmental issues and forced displacement on poor communities in Latin America, and particularly in Peru, explores the risk recognized as evident by all ...
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