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Theses/Dissertations from 2022

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Influence of Saturation Nonequilibrium and Variable Operation Conditions on the Electromechanical Performance of Ionic Polymer Metal Composite Actuator Architectures, Allison Maria Arnold

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Development and Verification of Flight Data Informed Performance Estimation and Prediction Simulation Tool for Small Electrical Multi-rotor UAV, Nicholas Scott Borelle

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Comparison of Maintenance Cost of Medium and Heavy-Duty Alternative Fuel and Diesel Vehicles, Isaac C. Boyce

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System Development of an Unmanned Ground Vehicle and Implementation of an Autonomous Navigation Module in a Mine Environment, Jonas Amoama Bredu Jnr

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Development of a Thermal Desalination System Using Low Quality Thermal Energy, Takudzwa C. Chipunza

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Direct Ink Writing Printability – Ashby-like Plots for Guided Design, Domenic Cipollone

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Top-Down & Bottom-Up Approaches to Robot Design, Dylan Michael Covell

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Aerodynamic Analysis of Damage State Missiles using Overset Meshing Techniques for Application to Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulation, Jonathan A. D'Alessio

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Microwave-Assisted Carbon Nanotube Growth from Methane on Surface Catalyst Exsolving Perovskite Oxide, Angela M. Deibel

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Thermochemical Water-Splitting using Novel High-Entropy Perovskite Oxides, Hector Alexis De Santiago Hernandez

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Aerodynamic Performance of a Biologically Inspired Hybrid Plasma-Mechanical Flow Control and Sensing Device, Joseph Dygert

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Low-Temperature Hot Corrosion of Boilers in the Coal-Fired Power Plant, Artem Gavrilev

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Post-Processing Precise Point Positioning Solutions with Parameter Optimization, Maria A. Gonzalez Castaneda

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Decentralized Cooperative Localization for Multi-Robot Systems in Challenging Environments, Eduardo Gutierrez

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Modeling Nonlinear Dynamic Systems Using BSS-ANOVA Gaussian Process, Kyle Matthew Hayes

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Theoretical investigation of SOFC/SOEC degradation mechanisms and mitigations, Fuming Jiang

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Combustion Feature Characterization using Computer Vision Diagnostics within Rotating Detonation Combustors, Kristyn B. Johnson May

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DEVELOPMENT OF MACHINE LEARNING ALGORITHM TO IDENTIFY HIGH-EMITTERS FROM ON-ROAD DATA FOR HEAVY-DUTY (HD) VEHICLES, Filiz KAZAN

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Computational Analysis of the Stability Limits of Premixed Methane-air Combustion in Micro-channels, Almoutazbellah Adnan Kutkut

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Probabilistic Space Weather Modeling and Forecasting for the Challenge of Orbital Drag in Space Traffic Management, Richard J. Licata III

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Development of Methane Emissions Model to Assess Fuel Recovery Potential at Gas Well Sites Using On Site Compression, Nicholas G. Lindenfeldar

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Development of Oxide Dispersion Strengthening (ODS) Alloys Powder for Additive Manufacturing, Changyu Ma

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Design and Development of a Novel Launch System with Energetic Materials for Unstable Free-Flight Testing, Steven Christopher McCallister

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Improving Robotic Decision-Making in Unmodeled Situations, Nicholas Scott Ohi

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Development of a Machine Learning model to characterize the performance of a Selective Catalytic Reduction on Filter after-treatment system for a Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine, Samuel A. Okeleye

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UAV Position Estimation using a LiDAR-based 3D Object Detection Method, Uthman Oladipo Olawoye

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Controlling the Thermal and Electrical Properties of CaMnO3-δ Based Perovskite Ceramics, Sergio Andres Paredes Navia

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PRECISE LANDING OF VTOL UAVS USING A TETHER, Jeremy W. Rathjen

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UAV Path Planning and Multi-Modal Localization for Mapping in a Subterranean Environment, Kieren Yoshiki Samarakoon

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Artificial Intelligence based Approach for Rapid Material Discovery: From Chemical Synthesis to Quantum Materials, Robert Tempke

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Modeling, Fabrication, And Characterization Of Rf-Based Passive Wireless Sensors Composed Of Refractory Semiconducting Ceramics For High Temperature Applications, Kavin Sivaneri Varadharajan Idhaiam

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DEVELOPMENT AND TESTING OF A BIOCHAR COMBUSTOR FOR A STIRLING ENGINE, Kyle Bryant Vickery

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Carbon Monoxide Sensing of Nickel Oxide at 1000 ℃ to 1200 ℃ for in situ Combustion Control: Behavior, Mechanism, and Application, Yi Wang

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Analysis of Emissions Profiles of Hydraulic Fracturing Engine Technologies, Nicholas Joseph Wells

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Minimizing Cr-evaporation from Balance of Plant Components by Utilizing Cost-Effective Alumina-Forming Austenitic Steels, Lingfeng Zhou

Theses/Dissertations from 2021

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Design of a Heat Exchanger for a Supercritical CO2 Turbine System, Kehinde Oluwatobi Adenuga

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Comparative Analysis of Different Classes of On-line State Estimators for Aerodynamics Angles and True Airspeed Sensors for Applications to the Sensor Failure Problem, Alexandra Anne Augsberger

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A Road Grade Based Weighting System for Calculating On-Road Distance-Specific Oxides of Nitrogen Emissions of Light-Duty Diesel Vehicles, Jason D. Bolyard

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Designs and Practical Control Methods for Soft Parallel Robots, Benjamin T. Buzzo

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Improving Real-time Methane Monitoring in Longwall Coal Mines Through System Response Characterization of a Multi-Nodal Methane Detection Network, Brian Philip Cappellini

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Dry Reforming of Methane Using Microwave Irradiated Metal Oxide/Coal Char Catalysts, Anthony Carter

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Developments of Advanced Cathodes and Stabilized Zinc Anodes for High-performance Aqueous Zinc-ion Batteries, Xiujuan Chen

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Planning Algorithms Under Uncertainty for a Team of a UAV and a UGV for Underground Exploration, Matteo De Petrillo

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Implementation Of Fuzzy Logic Control Into An Equivalent Minimization Strategy For Adaptive Energy Management Of A Parallel Hybrid Electric Vehicle, Jared Alexander Diethorn

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Analysis on Combined Heat and Power, and Combined Heat and Power Hybrid Systems for Unconventional Drilling Operations, Diego G. Dranuta Ferrer

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Increasing the Seebeck Coefficient of Thermoelectric Calcium Cobaltite Ceramics through Incorporation of Rare-Earth Elements, Andre Fabian Fernandes

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Development of Synthetic Coal Char Simulant for Microwave Conversion Studies: A Computationally-Driven Approach, Kevin A. Hager

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On the Improvement of the Indirect Quantification of Methane Emissions: A Stationary Single Sensor Approach, Robert Scott Heltzel

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Development of Thermal Management Strategies Using Cylinder Deactivation for Low-Load Operation in Heavy-Duty Diesel Trucks, Christian M. Hushion

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Planetary Rover Inertial Navigation Applications: Pseudo Measurements and Wheel Terrain Interactions, Cagri Kilic

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Development of Collision Resilient Drone for Flying in Cluttered Environment, AL MAHMUD

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Application of Project Management Strategies and Tools for an Efficient and Successful Competition-based Engineering Senior Capstone Design Project, Benton Duane Morris

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Powertrain Fuel Consumption Modeling and Benchmark Analysis of a Parallel P4 Hybrid Electric Vehicle Using Dynamic Programming, Aaron Robert Mull

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Static and Dynamic Analysis of Composite Plates using the MONNA Finite Element, Mohamed Omar

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Flow Field Measurement and Qualification of the West Virginia University Environmental Wind Tunnel, Katherine Mary Reid

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Uncertainty Estimation for Stereo Visual Odometry, Derek W. Ross

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Investigating NOx vs CO2 Tradeoff in Heavy Duty Emissions Through the Years Under the Scope of CARB’s 3-Bin Moving Average Window Method, Ghadi Sadek

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A Solution for Overcoming Transradial Prosthetic Control Limitations with Additive Manufacturing and Modeling Techniques, Olivia Layne Santee

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Updates and Improvements to the Satellite Drag Coefficient Response Surface Modeling Toolkit, Phillip Logan Sheridan

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Next-Generation Re-Entry Aerothermodynamic Modeling of Space Debris Using Machine Learning, Nicholas Sia

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Active Localization for Robotic Systems: Algorithms and Cost Metrics, Jared Strader

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Improving Performance and Durability of Intermediate Temperature Proton‐Conducting Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cells Via Materials Design and Catalyst Surface Engineering, Hanchen Tian

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Metal Supported Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Using Proton Conducting Electrolyte for Direct Ammonia Utilization, Edwin Vega Hiraldo

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Localization Algorithms for GNSS-denied and Challenging Environments, Chizhao Yang

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The Role of Structure Evolution for PrBaCo2O6-δ in Oxygen Reduction Reaction Kinetics at SOFC Cathode, Nan Zhang

Theses/Dissertations from 2020

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Fully Compressible Hydrodynamic Simulation of Non-Equidiffusive Premixed Flames Propagation in Channels, Olatunde A. Abidakun

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Route Planning for Long-Term Robotics Missions, Christopher Alexander Arend Tatsch

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Measured and Modeled Performance of a Spring Dominant Free Piston Engine Generator, Ramanjaneya Mehar Baba Bade

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Design and Development of a Multi-Nodal Methane Detection System for Longwall Coal Mining, Amber P. Barr

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Environment Search Planning Subject to High Robot Localization Uncertainty, Jared Joseph Beard

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Plasmon-Enhanced Optical Probes for Sensing of Drug Metabolite, Jennifer Boryczka

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Modulation of Semiconductor Photoconversion with Surface Modification and Plasmon, Joeseph Martin Bright

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Paper-Based Point-of-Care Tools for Blood Testing, Xuefei Gao

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Doping with Rare Earth Elements and Resultant Nano-inclusions on The Electrical and Thermal Properties of the Mis-fit Layered Thermoelectric Oxide, Geoffroy Gauneau

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Implementation of Radial Basis Function Artificial Neural Network into an Adaptive Equivalent Consumption Minimization Strategy for Optimized Control of a Hybrid Electric Vehicle, Thomas P. Harris

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Aeroelasticity of Composite Plate Wings using HSDT and Higher-Order FEM, Justin A. Haught

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Terrain Aware Traverse Planning for Mars Rovers, Gabrielle Hedrick

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Low-Cost Skewed Redundant IMU Configuration for State-Space Recovery in a Saturated Environment, Levi S. Hubbard

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Towards Large Eddy Simulation of a Staged, Pressurized Oxy-fuel Combustor, Alain Islas Montero

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Experimental, Computational and Analytical Studies towards a Predictive Scenario for a Burning Accident, Furkan Kodakoglu

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Fast Decision-making under Time and Resource Constraints, Kyle Gabriel Lassak

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Comparative Assessment of Different Ultra-Low NOx Measurement Instruments for Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines, Diego Bernabe Mejia

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An Examination to Pathways Powering Car Using Clean Energy, Marina Miranda

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Automated and Standardized Tools for Realistic, Generic Musculoskeletal Model Development, Trevor Rees Moon

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Navigation under Obstacle Motion Uncertainty using Markov Decision Processes, Jennifer Quyen Nguyen

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Investigation of Particle Measurement in Different Dilution Ratios with Gasoline Direct Injection and Port Fuel Injection, John Adam Phillips

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Impact of Particle Injection on Gas Flow at Elevated Pressure: A Numerical Study, Ansan Pokharel

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Characterizing premixed syngas combustion in micro-channels, Sunita Pokharel

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Development of an Activity-based Windowing Approach to Evaluate Real-World NOx Emissions from Modern Medium and Heavy-Duty Diesel Trucks, Rasik Pondicherry

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Oxygen Transport Kinetics of Surface Modified Mixed Conductor (La0.60Sr0.40)0.95Co0.20Fe0.80O3-x as Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Cathode, Manuel Serrano Laguna

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Exploration of Unknown Environments Using a Tethered Mobile Robot, Danylo Shapovalov

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A Study on the Hydrodynamics of a Bench-Scale Top-Fed Bubbling Fluidized Bed Gasifier using Biomass and Coal as Feedstocks, Ali Can Sivri

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Modeling and Tuning of CVT Systems for SAE® Baja Vehicles, Sean Sebastian Skinner

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Literature Review on Modeling of Density Difference Pumping Strategy for Geothermal Applications, Lucas A. Ware

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Design and Optimization of Dynamic System for a One-kW Free Piston Linear Engine Alternator-GENSETS Program, Nima Zamani Meymian

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Comprehensively Improved Electrochemical Performance of Lithium-Sulfur Batteries by “Chemical Anchors” and Lithium Anode Modification, Zhipeng Zeng

Theses/Dissertations from 2019

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Propagation and Morphology of Premixed Flames in Obstructed Channels under Atmospheric and Supercritical Conditions, ABDULAFEEZ AKINOLA ADEBIYI

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Impact of Implementing a Dedicated Outdoor Air System in Parallel with a Multi-Zone Variable-Air Volume System on Energy Consumption, Thermal Comfort, and Life Cycle Cost, Khaled Alghamdi

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Immunity-Based Framework for Autonomous Flight in GPS-Challenged Environment, Mohanad Al Nuaimi

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Comparison Of Drag Area Estimation Using Natural Coast Down And Constant Speed Test Methods, Cem Baki Mr