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Development and Characterization of High Performance Electrically Conductive Polymer Nanocomposite for Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Shielding Applications
(University of Waterloo, 2023-05-30)The fast-growing pace and massive utilization of compact portable electronic and wireless telecommunication systems provided an easier life for humans. However, this positive progress has come at the expense of significant ... -
Development and Characterization of Infrared Broadband Open-Path Hydrocarbon Detectors for Chemical Species Tomography
(University of Waterloo, 2017-02-15)Chemical species tomography (CST) is an emerging diagnostic technique for estimating the spatial distribution of a chemical species of interest. This thesis focuses on using CST to detect and map fugitive hydrocarbon ... -
Development and Characterization of Nano-Structured LiFePO4 Cathode and Li4Ti5O12 Anode Materials for High-Performance Li-Ion Battery
(University of Waterloo, 2015-02-10)Lithium-ion batteries with high power density and long lifetime is becoming the leading energy storage technologies for applications such as electric vehicles and large-scale electricity storage. But the state-of-the-art ... -
Development and characterization of PECVD grown silicon nanowires for thin film photovoltaics
(University of Waterloo, 2012-08-23)Nanowires are high aspect ratio nanostructures with structural diameters on the order of nanometers to hundreds of nanometers. In this work, the optical properties of highly crystalline silicon nanowires grown by the ... -
Development and Characterization of Poly(lactic acid)/Acetylated Starch Blends
(University of Waterloo, 2018-05-01)In this study, the acetylation of starch was investigated as a means to improve its thermal processability and compatibility with poly(lactic acid) (PLA) and ultimately widen the range of potential applications for ... -
Development and Characterization of Polypropylene, Cellulose Acetate, Magnesium Hydroxide Materials
(University of Waterloo, 2019-08-19)The urgency to develop and commercialize multi-component materials containing bio-based material is growing. Such materials can reduce the widespread dependence on petroleum and at the same time can reduce pollution while ... -
Development and Characterization of Size-controlled Non-spherical Platinum Nanoparticles as Catalyst for Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells
(University of Waterloo, 2022-08-25)Platinum (Pt) nanoparticles with different sizes of 2nm and 5nm supported on functionalized high surface area carbon (HSC) have been successfully synthesized with a one-pot synthesis technique in large scale. Of the interest ... -
Development and Characterization of Soymilk Okara Gels Modified by Citric Acid
(University of Waterloo, 2023-12-04)Okara, a valuable resource rich in fiber (53 – 58 %), protein (25 – 28 %), and lipids (9 – 11 %), also contains significant isoflavones and essential minerals, offering nutritional and health benefits. Recent research aims ... -
Development and characterization of stimuli-responsive drug delivery systems to prevent HIV infection and the treatment of chronic wounds
(University of Waterloo, 2021-06-10)Patient compliance is very important and highly depends on the drug dosage form which correlates with the success of therapy. Drug delivery systems can be adapted to different pharmaceutical ingredients and to different ... -
Development and Commissioning of a Large-scale Rotatable Guarded Hot Plate Apparatus
(University of Waterloo, 2016-10-26)A large-scale guarded hot plate apparatus was designed and constructed for measurement of the thermal conductivity of thick insulation specimens and specimens containing layers and/or complex 3D heat flows (i.e. thermal ... -
Development and Comparison of 3D Dynamic Models of Golf Clubhead-Ball Impacts
(University of Waterloo, 2023-01-24)The scientific understanding and modeling of impacts has led to major advancements in golf equipment performance. The latest generation of drivers allow golfers to hit the ball farther compared to previous models. ... -
Development and Control of a Modular and Reconfigurable Robot with Harmonic Drive Transmission System
(University of Waterloo, 2007-05-22)This thesis presents a detailed design, calibration, and control of a modular and reconfigurable robot (MRR) system. A MRR system not only includes modular mechanical hardware, but also modular electrical hardware, control ... -
The Development and Deployment of a GIS tool for Transit Network Design
(University of Waterloo, 2010-05-18)Public transportation contributes to sustainable transportation in urban areas. Unfortunately, in some cases public transit systems have been underperforming. Over the years, factors such as urban sprawl and the increase ... -
Development and Evaluation of A Framework for Linking Traffic Simulation and Emission Estimation Models
(University of Waterloo, 2016-01-07)The need to understand the effect of policy decisions on environmental indicators is strong. The emergence of new technologies brought about by connected vehicle technologies, which are difficult to evaluate in field ... -
Development and Evaluation of a Periphytic Diatom Biomonitoring Platform of the Assessment of Cumulative Effects in Lakes of the Muskoka River Watershed, Ontario, Canada
(University of Waterloo, 2014-09-19)Anthropogenic stressors such as urban development, agricultural practices and industrial activities are a growing concern throughout the Muskoka River watershed of Ontario, Canada, because they can alter physical, chemical ... -
Development and Evaluation of Ag-TiO2 Nano-photocatalysts for the removal of natural organic matter and pharmaceuticals
(University of Waterloo, 2020-01-08)Increasing the population and growing industries lead to contamination of surface and groundwater and threaten the sustainability of aquatic ecosystems and water resources. Some of the main contributors to water pollution ... -
Development and Evaluation of Models and Algorithms for Locating RWIS Stations
(University of Waterloo, 2015-12-17)Accurate and timely information on road weather and surface conditions in winter seasons is a necessity for road authorities to optimize their winter maintenance operations and improve the safety and mobility of the traveling ... -
Development and Evaluation of Testing Protocols for Fatigue Damage and Crack-Healing of Bituminous Mixtures
(University of Waterloo, 2023-04-26)Fatigue testing is a very important performance test for asphalt concrete mixtures and has been studied for many years with varying levels of success. However, there are several imperfections in the commonly used fatigue ... -
Development and Influence of Fusion Boundary Microstructure on Resistance Spot Welds in 3rd Generation Advanced High Strength Steels
(University of Waterloo, 2024-05-08)The use of advanced high-strength steels (AHSS) is one of the design solutions for making new-generation auto bodies to build economical and environmentally friendly structures without compromising vehicle safety. Among ... -
Development and Integration of Simple and Quantitative Safety, Pollution and Energy Indices into the Design and Retrofit of Process Plants
(University of Waterloo, 2014-08-05)Currently, the main focus in a chemical process design is cost reduction and profitability. This approach results in high expenditure due to the generation of huge amounts of wastes, which in turn requires waste control ...