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Control of resonant excitation in piping systems
(9th International Symposium on Fluid-Structure Interactions, Flow-Sound Interactions, Flow-Induced Vibration & Noise, 2018)Acoustic resonance is a phenomenon which is known to have severe repercussions in a variety of industrial systems. Acoustic resonance can cause high levels of vibrations leading to damage or premature failure of critical ... -
Controlling the Vienna rectifier using a simplified space vector pulse width modulation technique
(2019-11-01)In this thesis, a simplified Space-Vector Pulse-Width-Modulation (SVPWM) technique for the Vienna rectifier is introduced to reduce the computational burden, the switching losses and the Total-Harmonic-Distortion (THD). ... -
Conversion of a scroll compressor to an expander for organic Rankine cycle: modeling and analysis
(2010-12-01)Conversion of a scroll compressor to an expander for organic Rankine Cycle: modeling and analysis -
Cooperative localization based on received signal strength in wireless sensor network
(2010-01-01)Localization accuracy based on RSS (Received Signal Strength) is notoriously inaccurate in the application of wireless sensor networks. RSS is subject to shadowing effects, which is signal attenuation caused by stationary ... -
Cooperative relay beamforming design for multi-cluster relay interference networks
(2016-08-01)In this work, we consider a multi-cluster amplified-and-forward (AF) relay interference network and design relay beam matrix for each cluster to maximize the minimum signal-to-interference-and-noise ratio (SINR) at ... -
Coordinated control of active safety systems for multi-trailer articulated heavy vehicles
(2016-06-01)To improve the directional performance of multitrailer articulated heavy vehicles (MTAHVs), the model-based active safety systems, including the active trailer steering, trailer differential braking and the active roll ... -
Coordinated multicast beamforming for multi-cell massive MIMO systems
(2023-09-01)In this thesis, we consider the efficient coordinated multi-cell multicast beamforming design in massive massive multiple-input multiple output (MIMO) cellular networks. For the problem that aims to minimize the base station ... -
Correlation and real time classification of physiological streams for critical care monitoring.
(2013-12-01)This thesis presents a framework for the deployment of algorithms that support the correlation and real-time classification of physiological data streams through the development of clinically meaningful alerts using a blend ... -
Customized topology optimization for additive manufacturing
(2019-08-01)One of the biggest limitations of additive manufacturing (AM) is the resulting production times. Due to the layer-based method of material deposition, the time to produce a single part is substantial compared to techniques ... -
Damping acoustic pressure pulsations in pipelines using Helmholtz resonators
(2019-05-01)In industrial piping systems, centrifugal and reciprocating turbomachinery generate acoustic pressure pulsations, which propagate into the pipeline and interact with piping components, potentially causing vibrations, ... -
Data analysis in electric power system embedded with solar PVs
(2016)Conventional source of energy are overly dependent on fossil fuel which tend to face several challenges such as the depleting of fossil fuel, environmental threat and human health. To deal with such challenges, solar PV ... -
Data hiding and detection in Office Open XML (OOXML) documents
(2011-03-01)With the rapid development and popularity of information technology, criminals and mischievous computer users are given avenues to commit crimes and malicious activities. One of the commonly used tactics, called steganography, ... -
Decommissioning considerations for molten salt type reactors
(2023-05-01)Molten salt type small modular reactors are presently being developed as an option for providing electricity and alternative energy forms. The current proposed designs do not document how decommissioning will be addressed. ... -
Deep learning for islanding detection of grid-connected photovoltaic systems
(2021-01-01)Over the past decade, the integration of renewable-based distribution energy resources within the smart distribution system has been steadily growing. Despite the numerous advantages of integrating these renewable energy ... -
Deep learning methods applied to anomaly detection in vehicle manufacturing and operations
(2019-09-01)As one of the most common modes of transportation, vehicles are very closely related to our lives. As a result, safety is an important issue in both vehicle production process and vehicle operations. Recently, unmanned ... -
Deep learning models for defect and anomaly detection on industrial surfaces
(2023-12-01)Automated quality control is essential across various industries to reduce manual inspection and improve operational efficiency. While there are advances in computer vision and machine learning for defect detection, ... -
Deep transfer-learning based lithium-ion battery fault diagnosis
(2022-08-01)Fault detection in lithium-ion batteries (LiB) is paramount to ensuring the long life and proper functioning of the batteries. To that end, this thesis proposes a combined fault diagnosis framework that leverages voltage ... -
Defect detection using 3D computed tomography images and application on nuclear power plants
(2022-12-01)Tools used in nuclear power plant (NPP) inspection are required to be inspected before and after use on a reactor to check their integrity. To address the long duration required for manual inspection, non-destructive testing ... -
Design and analysis of a sustainable energy system for a military base in the Canadian Arctic
(2023-08-01)The purpose of this thesis was to propose and thermodynamically analyze a sustainable energy system for a military base in the Canadian Arctic for heating, electricity, farming, fresh water, hot water and waste management. ... -
Design and analysis of a thermolysis reactor for scaled-up copper-chlorine hydrogen production cycle
(2017-12-01)Alternative hydrogen production methods are being explored with the goal of finding efficient and economical process. The copper-chlorine (Cu-Cl) cycle for hydrogen production has been the focus of the Clean Energy ...