Mechanical Engineering & Applied Mechanics: Recent submissions
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Dynamic Stall Characteristics of a Pitching Swept Finite Aspect Ratio Wing
(North Dakota State University, 2019)This research will investigate various swept wing models, designing the mechanism for their pitching motion and control, designing wind tunnel implementation, and performing data measurements and analysis using particle ... -
Application of Cellulose Nanocrystals and Zinc Oxide as a Green Fire-Retardant System in High Density Polyethylene
(North Dakota State University, 2019)Polymeric materials are widely used in diverse applications. However, a major weakness in the majority of the thermoplastic polymers is their lack of ability to resist fire. Most of the chemicals and additives currently ... -
Design and Fabrication of Micro-Channels and Numerical Analysis of Droplet Motion Near Microfluidic Return Bends
(North Dakota State University, 2019)Three-dimensional spheroid arrays represent in vivo activity better than conventional 2D cell culturing. A high-throughput microfluidic chip may be capable of depositing cells into spheroid arrays, but it is difficult to ... -
Numerical Analysis of a PV/Microchannel Integrated CO2 Direct-Expansion Heat Pump Water Heater
(North Dakota State University, 2019)A steady-state numerical model of a PV/microchannel integrated direct-expansion CO2 heat pump (PV-DXHP) water heater is developed, validated, and analyzed in the present study. To accomplish the objectives, a numerical ... -
Bioprinting of Pancreatic Cancer Cells for Improved Drug Testing
(North Dakota State University, 2019)Currently, many drugs are preclinically tested on two-dimensional cell cultures. However, this method does not adequately replicate the cellular interactions or diffusion gradient that occur in three-dimensional tissues, ... -
Microstructural Characteristics and Mechanical Behavior of Anticorrosive Al-Zn Thermal Spray Coatings Deposited by Wire Arc Spraying and Cold Spraying Techniques
(North Dakota State University, 2019)Mechanical properties of thermal spray deposited coatings are highly influenced by their microstructural characteristics. The objective of this investigation is to evaluate the mechanical properties of thermally sprayed ... -
Evaluation of Corn Distiller’s Dried Grains with Solubles as a Functional Material to Replace Synthetic Resin in Wood Particleboards
(North Dakota State University, 2019)Corn distiller’s dried grains with solubles (DDGS) is mostly marketed as a livestock feed due to its high protein content of 30%. Recently, the proteins in DDGS have shown potential to act as binding agents along with ... -
Fatigue Behavior of Flax Fiber Reinforced Polymer Matrix Composites
(North Dakota State University, 2019)Bio-based flax fiber polymer composites (FFPC) have the potential to replace metals and synthetic fibers in certain applications due to their unique mechanical properties. However, the long term reliability of FFPC needs ... -
Device Design for In-Situ EIS Measurements of Organic Coatings Under Accelerated Degradation Via Impingement Flow
(North Dakota State University, 2020)This paper demonstrated a holistic approach to the study of corrosion degradation mechanism of organic coatings using impingement flows. A state-of-the-art impingement flow testing device was developed for the experimental ... -
Hybridization of Bast Natural and Synthetic Fibers in Thermoplastic Composites
(North Dakota State University, 2019)In recent years, the use of natural fiber-reinforced composites in more advanced applications has grown substantially. Applications of high strength require high mechanical properties. An effective method for increasing ... -
Potential Applications of Flax Fibers
(North Dakota State University, 2018)There has been a substantial increase in the usage of natural-fibers and biodegradable polymers due to the needs of the environmental sustainability. The use of natural fibers is inclusive of wide range of applications in ... -
Mechanical Characterization and Constitutive Modeling of Rate-dependent Viscoelastic Brain Tissue under High Rate Loadings
(North Dakota State University, 2019)In this dissertation, theoretical, computational, and experimental methodologies are introduced to determine the rate-dependent material properties of the brain tissue. Experiments have shown that the brain tissue is ... -
Computational Simulations of Compressible Transitional Flows in a Turbine Vane Cascade
(North Dakota State University, 2019)In order to improve the efficiency and reduce the emissions of aircraft engines, new combustor designs have been developed to reduce outlet temperatures and increase mixing. At high altitudes, the low pressure and low ... -
Dynamical Modelling of an Idealized Hemispherical Skull Model with Fluid Pressure Interactions Using Modal Analysis
(North Dakota State University, 2019)In this dissertation, a non-invasive intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring technique is introduced by developing a head dynamic model. The technique is based on modal frequency testing and vibration responses analysis of ... -
Production of Cellulose Nanofibers using Midwest Biomass and their High-Performance Rubber Nanocomposites
(North Dakota State University, 2018)Cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) are a sustainable and environmentally friendly material which can be used as a highly versatile reinforcing agent in polymer nanocomposites. This thesis presents a novel method to produce CNFs ... -
Additive Manufacturing of Short-Fiber Composites via Stereolithography
(North Dakota State University, 2018)The effectiveness of using a dual curing system, consisting of a photo and thermal initiator, for the additive manufacturing of carbon fiber short-fiber composites via stereolithography was investigated. The necessary ... -
Theoretical and Computational Studies of the Mechanical Strength and Fracture Toughness of Adhesively Bonded Joints and Polymer Nanoclay Composites
(North Dakota State University, 2019)Increasing use of adhesively bonded joints (ABJs) and polymer nanoclay composites (PNCs) in modern vehicles and other industrial sectors has deeply shaped the design and manufacturing of advanced materials and structures ... -
Improving Performance Characteristics of Poly (Lactic Acid) (PLA) Based Nanocomposites by Enhanced Dispersion of Modified Cellulose Nanocrystals (CNCs)
(North Dakota State University, 2018)Poly(lactic acid), (PLA) is a biodegradable and biocompatible polymer which has attracted significant attention as a promising substitute for petroleum-based polymers. To optimize the usage of PLA in a wide range of ... -
Survey of Methods for Achieving Low Gasoline Fuel-Permeation in Rotationally-Molded Articles
(North Dakota State University, 2018)The establishment of governmental regulations on the evaporative emission performance of fuel system components has caused molders and their material suppliers to develop innovative materials and processes by which to meet ... -
Epoxidized Sucrose Soyate as a Primary Binder in Particleboard
(North Dakota State University, 2018)Wood composites industry has been growing for decades. However, wood composites have been associated with some health concerns due to the presence of formaldehyde. A promising bio-based resin Epoxidized Sucrose Soyate (ESS) ...