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The Application of Markov Chain Monte Carlo Techniques in Non-Linear Parameter Estimation for Chemical Engineering Models
(University of Waterloo, 2013-09-25)Modeling of chemical engineering systems often necessitates using non-linear models. These models can range in complexity, from a simple analytical equation to a system of differential equations. Regardless of what type ... -
An Application of Matrix Analytic Methods to Queueing Models with Polling
(University of Waterloo, 2019-08-23)We review what it means to model a queueing system, and highlight several components of interest which govern the behaviour of customers, as well as the server(s) who tend to them. Our primary focus is on polling systems, ... -
Application of matrix compatible solid phase microextraction (SPME) coatings for the analysis in complex food matrices
(University of Waterloo, 2020-01-06)In recent years, studies regarding food analysis have increased due to the globalization of food trade as well as concerns about the safety and traceability of food commodities. In this regard, the field of food analysis ... -
The Application of MEMS Microphone Arrays to Aeroacoustic Measurements
(University of Waterloo, 2011-04-28)Aeroacoustic emissions were identified as a primary concern in the public acceptance of wind turbines. A review of literature involving sound localization was undertaken and led to the design of two microphone arrays to ... -
Application of Microwave‐Assisted Technologies for the Analysis of Chlorinated Solvents in Rock Samples
(University of Waterloo, 2012-01-25)It has been a direction for research of late to examine the extraction process of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from solid matrices. Removal of VOCs from a solid matrix can be challenging due to the nature of the analyte ... -
Application of Mixture Theory to solid tumors and normal pressure hydrocephalus
(University of Waterloo, 2014-01-15)In this thesis, the theory of poroelasticity, namely the Mixture Theory version -- a homogenized, macroscopic scale approach used to describe fluid flow through a porous medium -- is employed in three separate cases ... -
Application of Multi-wavelength Fluorometry to Monitoring Protein Ultrafiltration
(University of Waterloo, 2009-05-21)Membrane filtration of protein solutions is influenced by a wide range of processing and physicochemical conditions. Monitoring and optimizing membrane filtration may have advantages for achieving, in a cost effective ... -
Application of Nanocrystalline Silicon in Forward Bias Diodes
(University of Waterloo, 2009-04-13)Nanocrystalline silicon (nc-Si:H) is an attractive material for fabrication of low temperature, large area electronic devices due to superior properties versus the traditional amorphous silicon (a-Si:H) and polycrystalline ... -
Application of Nanomaterials for X-ray Shielding and Dosimetry in Diagnostic Radiology
(University of Waterloo, 2015-05-21)Lead is commonly used in medical radiology departments as a shielding material against X-rays. Lead-based protective materials are also routinely used by clinical personnel and patients during radiological examinations or ... -
Application of Niobium Compounds Towards the One-Step Synthesis of Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK) via Catalytic Distillation
(University of Waterloo, 2008-12-12)Dispersed niobia catalysts were prepared via a non-aqueous synthesis route. The effects of the type of oxide support, the support thermal pre-treatment, the calcination temperature and the niobia loading on the activity ... -
Application of Non-linear Optimization Techniques in Wireless Telecommunication Systems
(University of Waterloo, 2006)Non-linear programming has been extensively used in wireless telecommunication systems design. An important criterion in optimization is the minimization of mean square error. This thesis examines two applications: ... -
Application of Nonlinear Model Predictive Control to Holonomic Mobile Robots without Terminal Constraints or Costs
(University of Waterloo, 2020-09-01)The use of mobile robots greatly enhances the capability and versatility of industrial robots compared to their fixed counterpart. However, successfully deploying autonomous mobile robots is challenging and requires accurate ... -
The Application of Occupancy Modeling to Evaluate the Determinants of Distribution of Jaguars Panthera onca, Pumas Puma concolor, and Valued Prey Species in a Protected Area
(University of Waterloo, 2016-06-17)In the past four decades, both biodiversity and individual populations of numerous species in the tropics have consistently declined. Tropical forests constitute only 6% to 7% of the Earth’s surface, yet they contain more ... -
An Application of Out-of-Distribution Detection for Two-Stage Object Detection Networks
(University of Waterloo, 2020-02-14)Recently, much research has been published for detecting when a classification neural network is presented with data that does not fit into one of the class labels the network learned at train time. These so-called ... -
The Application of Particle Image Velocimetry in a Small Scale Wind Tunnel
(University of Waterloo, 2002)This study investigated the applicability of Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) as a velocity measurement technique for use in wind tunnel flows. To carry out the investigation, a small scale wind tunnel was designed and ... -
The Application of Remote Sensing and GIS for Improving Modeling the Response of Wetland Vegetation Communities to Water Level Fluctuations at Long Point, Ontario
(University of Waterloo, 2016-09-27)Coastal wetlands are complex and dynamic environments which are of high environmental, social, and economic importance. With the acceleration of climate change and global warming, it is necessary to monitor and protect ... -
Application of repetitive control to the lateral motion in a roll-to-roll web system
(University of Waterloo, 2012-04-10)In a roll-to-roll web system lateral motion of a web caused by disturbances, which are often periodic, results in poor product quality. To reduce the effect of such disturbances, two control strategies are applied. First, ... -
Application of Risk Analysis and Simulation for Nuclear Refurbishment Projects
(University of Waterloo, 2016-08-02)In this thesis, a planning methodology is proposed for nuclear refurbishment projects as a means to address project objectives, influential factors, constraints, and their interdependencies to attain a more reliable estimate ... -
An Application of Secure Data Aggregation for Privacy-Preserving Machine Learning on Mobile Devices
(University of Waterloo, 2018-09-21)Machine learning algorithms over big data have been widely used to make low-priced services better over the years, but they come with privacy as a major public concern. The European Union has made the General Data Protection ... -
Application of Solid Phase Microextraction for Lipid Analysis and Lipidomics
(University of Waterloo, 2016-01-29)Although the latest advancements in lipid analysis technology provide an excellent opportunity for the comprehensive study of lipidome, fulfilling the analytical requirements at the desired quality is still a major ...