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Development of an autonomous omnicopter aerial vehicle
(2016-08-01)Traditional multirotors and helicopters control translational movement by changing the orientation of the entire vehicle. This limits the effectiveness of such vehicles in applications as a mobile manipulator base. In these ... -
Development of an autonomous omnidirectional hazardous material handling robot
(2015-12-01)This thesis describes the prototyping and testing of an autonomous omnidirectional robot, called the OmniMaxbot. The OmniMaxbot is designed to carry cans of uranium ash at Cameco Corporation's Port Hope Conversion Facility ... -
Development of an autonomous radiation mapping robot
(2017-04-01)The development of an autonomous robotic platform for generating radiation maps is presented. An integrated autonomous exploration algorithm, Particle Swarm Optimization algorithm, and the ability to accurately localize ... -
Development of an end-effector system for autonomous spraying applications and radiation surveying
(2018-11-01)This thesis presents the design and testing of a scale proof-of-concept prototype end-effector system for autonomous shotcrete application and radiation surveying in underground uranium mining environments. The prototype ... -
Development of an integrated inspection system for additive and subtractive hybrid manufacturing
(2018-01-01)Using closed-loop inspection systems to modify coordinate metrology tasks for specific engineering applications has been a demanding research subject over the last decade. The objective of this thesis is to develop an ... -
Development of an integrated tracking control algorithm and a test platform for autonomous excavation
(2020-03-01)Since construction is part of the industrial sector where a large amount of labor is required and workers operate under harsh environmental conditions, the transformation from manual to autonomous operation in modern ... -
Development of an obstacle detection and navigation system for autonomous powered wheelchairs
(2019-05-01)This thesis describes the development and prototyping of an after market system to convert an electric powered wheelchair into an autonomous wheelchair. The purpose of this research is to automatize powered wheelchairs for ... -
Development of conformal reconfigurable metamaterial-based antennas
(2022-01-01)Antennas are vital components of any wireless communication device. There has been a wide demand for novel flexible and reconfigurable wireless devices as a result of the rising user applications. This thesis presents the ... -
Development of eco-driving control system for connected and automated hybrid electric vehicles
(2020-04-01)Hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) were designed as a potential solution to the ever-increasing global problems of the energy crisis and global warming through flexibly utilizing both fuel and electrical energy. Besides, the ... -
Development of FEA wide-base truck tire and soil interaction models
(2016-07-01)Tires are considered one of the most important components of ground vehicles as they are the only link between the chassis and ground. They support the vehicle weight and cushion road surface irregularities to provide a ... -
Development of H∞ control strategy for a multi-wheeled combat vehicle
(2016-08-01)A vehicle dynamics controller for an 8 x 8 heavy combat vehicle utilising both torque vectoring and third and fourth axle steering is propoed. The control scheme is composed of two controllers: a feedforward zero side slip ... -
Development of integrated performance indicators and integrated energy systems for smart cities
(2021-04-01)The urge to develop and innovate net zero energy systems for smart city applications has never been more pressing. As the world population is rapidly growing, the global energy demand expands exponentially. The setback ... -
Development of multi-wheel drivetrain control system for future electric combat vehicle
(2017-04-01)In modern times, electric vehicle and autonomous driving control technology have been rapidly evolving for use in civilian passenger vehicles. They bring forth many benefits in improved mobility, cost savings and life-preserving ... -
Development of novel energy systems for LNG locomotives
(2015-04-01)The use of diesel in the railway sector brings challenges to the engineers to meet the current emissions standards set by governments. This thesis addresses potential solutions to overcome the emissions problems in the ... -
Development of polymer based nanocomposite using electrospinning for sound absorption and isolation
(2017-01-01)Excessive noise has adverse effects on human health. Therefore, it is necessary to find innovative methods for decreasing the exposure to noise in the environment. Various materials are used for dampening noise. In order ... -
Development of polymeric nano-composite fiber based structures for acoustics and filtration applications
(2021-08-01)Electrospinning lab-scale experimental set-up was developed for manufacturing polymeric nanofiber composites for acoustics and filtration applications. In this study, nanofiber membranes were fabricated using two types of ... -
Development of thermoplastic foams with heterogeneous cellular structures for acoustic applications
(2016-08-01)Manufacture of heterogeneous thermoplastic foams is of great interest to damp low frequency noise in transportation and building industries. Most of the fabrication methods reported either use cumbersome batch processes ... -
Development of truck tire-terrain finite element analysis models.
(2013-12-01)Heavy vehicles require tires which can withstand extreme loads while maintaining control, delivering performance and minimizing fuel consumption, particularly on soft soils. Recent advances in finite element analysis and ... -
Development of waste management systems: applications of Durham Region
(2021-08-01)This thesis aims to reduce environmental impacts and increase overall efficiencies of domestic waste management systems by proposing case studies for Durham Region. Case study 1 integrates an anaerobic digestion facility ... -
Development, analysis and life cycle assessment of integrated systems for hydrogen production based on the copper-chlorine (Cu-Cl) cycle
(2013-08-01)The energy carrier hydrogen is expected to help solve many energy challenges we are facing today. Thermochemical water splitting using a Cu-Cl cycle, linked with renewable energy sources and/or the Generation IV nuclear ...