Auburn Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Simultaneous Estimation of State of Charge and State of Health of a Large Format Li-ion Cell based on an Equivalent Circuit Model
(2019-07-29)
Accurate estimations of the state of charge (SOC), capacity fade (SOHQ) and power fade (SOHP) are critical for ensuring safe and reliable operations of Lithium-ion batteries. Traditional estimation methods using complex ...
On Closed-loop Supply Chain and Routing Problems for Hazardous Materials Transportation with Risk-averse Programming, Robust Optimization and Risk Parity
(2019-07-29)
The objective of this dissertation is to develop mathematical optimization models that assist and improve the decision making process in hazardous materials (hazmat) routing and supply chain network design. First, a ...
In Vitro Tensile Fatigue of Human Flexor Digitorum Profundus and Superficialis Tendons
(2019-07-29)
Distal upper extremity work-related musculoskeletal disorders (DUE WMSDs) such as
carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) and stenosing tenosynovitis (trigger finger) present a high cost on
both society and industry. CTS in particular ...
Exploring the Relationship Between Stars and Team Performance: The Mediating Role of Peer Feedback Quality
(2019-07-29)
Despite growing research in star performers, little research as of yet has explored the mechanisms by which stars affect team performance. Drawing on Social Information Processing theory, I examine a potential mediating ...
Experimental and theoretical investigation of saturated flow boiling of R410A refrigerant and nanoparticle laden lubricant mixtures in a smooth tube.
(2019-07-29)
In air conditioning systems, a small amount of lubricating oil inevitably leaves the compressor and circulates through the other components. This lubricant acts as a contaminant affecting heat transfer and pressure losses ...
A Systematic and Data-Driven Approach for Improving Survival Analysis of Heart Transplantation
(2019-07-26)
This dissertation is developed to improve survival analysis of heart transplant surgeries by first, investigating factors that are associated with the performance of predictive machine learning algorithms, then creating ...
Development and Application of a Functional Apparel Framework Using Mixed Methods
(2019-07-26)
This study employed a mixed method approach to develop and apply the proposed Multidimension Functional Apparel Framework (MFAF) to two separate case studies. The proposed functional apparel framework was developed from ...
Methyl-coenzyme M reductase: Expressing active recombinant enzyme in M. maripaludis, and investigating the activation process, and the mechanism of inhibition of 3-nitrooxypropanol and Studying the effect of Ionic liquids on the mononuclear rearrangement of heterocycles using QM/MM method
(2019-07-25)
The study of the biosynthesis of methane is appealing from both its potential role in biofuel production and environmental perspectives. Methane is the main component of natural gas, and it is also a potent greenhouse gas ...
Risk/Reward Analysis of Test-Driven Development
(2019-07-25)
Test Driven Development (TDD) is a software development practice advocated by practitioners of the Agile development approach. Many developers believe that TDD increases productivity and product quality, while others have ...
Influence of the Lumbopelvic-hip Complex on Upper Extremity Kinetics in Baseball Pitching
(2019-07-24)
The ability of the upper extremity to function efficiently, depends on the strength and stability provided by the lower extremity and lumbopelvic-hip complex (LPHC), however the vast majority of overhead throwing literature ...
Equine Endothelial Colony Forming Cells: In Vitro and In Vivo Analysis
(2019-07-24)
Endothelial colony forming cells (ECFCs) are a subset of the endothelial progenitor cell (EPC). EPCs are found in bone marrow and in peripheral blood samples, and their subset the ECFC can be isolated from these samples ...
Design Approach of Adaptable Residential Space Design with Childhood Development
(2019-07-24)
Children’s room design for a specific age period is a mature field. However, few children room designs will consider the adaptability of the room. Creating a room that could grow with children is necessary.
This thesis ...
An Approach to Design Small Living Space for Young People
(2019-07-24)
Due to the increasing population and urbanization, a small residence has become a good choice for many people, especially for the young people who have just entered the society in big cities. However, due to the limited ...
Application of Learning Through Play in designing school playgrounds (Preschools to Kindergartens) to aid in children’s development
(2019-07-24)
Children are able to promote their academic learning performance through playing, which
is more effective than traditional learning methods. Hence, suitable designing for school
playgrounds aimed at providing an effective ...
Pore Scale Methods to Enhance Understanding of Geochemical Reaction Rates in Porous Media
(2019-07-23)
Geochemical reactions play an important role in subsurface systems such as in contaminant fate and transport, chemical weathering and geologic carbon sequestration. These reactions, mainly dissolution/precipitation, will ...
Interaction of Chromobacterium species with Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis at different Temperatures
(2019-07-23)
Chytrid fungus, Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd) has been identified as one of the major culprits in amphibian population declines worldwide. This fungus grows upon and colonizes the keratin layer of the amphibian skin. ...
Providing Psychometric Support for the READI-SF among Clinic-Referred Latino Families
(2019-07-23)
Given the high prevalence of child mental health problems and their long-lasting negative consequences if left untreated, it is important to investigate factors that affect family engagement in psychological intervention ...
Acoustic Metamaterials: Air Permeable Super Sound Attenuators and Acoustic Metalenses
(2019-07-23)
In recent decades, acoustic metamaterials have become more practical for diverse applications of sound manipulation, rather than academic curiosities and theoretical derivations. This kind of artificial material demonstrates ...
Computational and Experimental Investigation of Oil Separation from an Oil-Water Two-Phase Pipe Flow and Its Accumulation in a Subsea Dead-Leg
(2019-07-23)
Both 2- and 3-dimensional transient computational studies of two-phase turbulent flow within a horizontal channel/pipe with a vertical capped dead-leg placed downstream of an oil/water supply source simulating parts of a ...
Effects of repeated exposure to graphic suicide news articles on explicit and implicit measures of suicide risk
(2019-07-23)
Existing observational research suggests that following media portrayal of a suicide, there
is an increase in imitative suicidal behaviors (e.g., Gould, 2001; Pirkis & Blood, 2001; Stack,
2005). Despite a plethora of ...