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Development of a Packed-bed Reactor Containing Supported Sol-gel Immobilized Lipase for Transesterification
(University of Waterloo, 2013-01-10)The objective of this work was to develop a novel enzyme immobilization scheme for supported lipase sol-gels and to evaluate the potential of the immobilized biocatalyst for the production of biodiesel in a packed bed ... -
Development of a Parallel Computational Framework to Solve Flow and Transport in Integrated Surface-Subsurface Hydrologic Systems
(University of Waterloo, 2012-04-11)HydroGeoSphere (HGS) is a 3D control-volume finite element hydrologic model describing fully-integrated surface-subsurface water flow and solute and thermal energy transport. Because the model solves tightly-coupled ... -
Development of a PC-Based Object-Oriented Real-Time Robotics Controller
(University of Waterloo, 2005)The industrial world of robotics requires leading-edge controllers to match the speed of new manipulators. At the University of Waterloo, a three degree-of-freedom ultra high-speed cable-based robot was created called ... -
Development of a Portable Seat Cushion for the Estimation of Heart Rate Using Ballistocardiography
(University of Waterloo, 2019-08-20)Cardiovascular diseases are a leading contributor of health problems all over the world and are the second leading cause of death. They are also the cause of significant economic burden, costing billions of dollars in ... -
Development of a predictive model for the VAPEX process.
(University of Waterloo, 2019-01-11)Heavy oil in-situ recovery in Canada is largely achieved through energy intensive and en- vironmentally detrimental steam assisted gravity drainage (SAGD). By exchanging steam for a vapour solvent, it has been shown ... -
Development of a Probabilistic Chimpanzee Glenohumeral Model: Implications for Human Function
(University of Waterloo, 2018-08-17)Modern human shoulder function is affected by the evolutionary adaptations that have occurred to ensure survival and prosperity of the species. Robust examination of behavioral shoulder performance and injury risk can be ... -
Development of a probabilistic population model for the prediction of subacromial geometric variability
(University of Waterloo, 2015-03-16)Subacromial impingement syndrome (SAIS) is common in the shoulder and precedes several additional pathologies. SAIS occurs when the tissues interposed between the acromion process of the scapula and superior surface of the ... -
Development of a Prosthetic Biofeedback Method and Device to Measure Quality of Fit for Trans-Tibial Amputees
(University of Waterloo, 2021-05-27)As the primary interface between the prosthetic and the residual limb, the socket is a crucial component affecting fit and function of the device. While prostheses have been used for centuries, prosthetic socket design ... -
Development of a Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment Model for Foodborne E. coli O157:H7 Infection: The Risk of Consuming Lettuce
(University of Waterloo, 2010-04-28)The current study used a probabilistic Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment (QMRA) framework to describe the change of E. coli O157:H7 concentration in lettuce through a foodborne pathway, to develop a predictive model ... -
The Development of a Research Technique for Low Speed Aeroacoustics
(University of Waterloo, 2009-02-13)The aerodynamic sound generated by wind turbines was identified as a growing concern within the industry. Prior to performing wind turbine aeroacoustic research, however, a technique suitable for studying low speed airfoils ... -
Development of a Ridged Slip-Resistant Connection for Modular Aluminum Bridge Deck Applications
(University of Waterloo, 2018-12-04)Aluminum is a lightweight material that possesses excellent corrosion resistance and has been shown to be an attractive alternative to steel and concrete for the construction and rehabilitation of bridge structures. It ... -
Development of a Scalable Machining Feature Recognition System
(University of Waterloo, 2023-12-19)In this thesis, various pre-processing and training techniques were applied to improve the performance of a model trained with an existing machining feature recognition approach by Yeo et al. using a smaller dataset that ... -
Development of a Semi-active Intelligent Suspension System for Heavy Vehicles
(University of Waterloo, 2008-05-13)With the new advancements in the vibration control strategies and controllable actuator manufacturing, the semi-active actuators (dampers) are finding their way as an essential part of vibration isolators, particularly in ... -
Development of a Serum-Free Chemically Defined Medium for Adherent and Suspension Culture
(University of Waterloo, 2022-01-07)The development of suspension cell lines is a sought after holy grail for bioprocess development. Suspension cell lines allow for easier scale up and better volumetric productivity for most biotherapeutics, including vaccine ... -
Development of a Shear Connection for a Portable Composite Bridge
(University of Waterloo, 2010-08-16)Bridges consisting of steel plate girders and composite concrete deck slabs are common throughout North America. For a typical highway application, these composite bridges are constructed with a cast-in-place concrete ... -
Development of a Single-Stage Modulator for Comprehensive Two-Dimensional Gas Chromatography (GC × GC)
(University of Waterloo, 2011-02-22)The ability to effectively analyze particulate matter (PM2.5) in air is becoming increasingly pertinent. Allen Goldstein of the University of California in Berkeley is studying the semi-volatile fraction of organic compounds ... -
Development of a Social Robot as a Mediator for Intergenerational Gameplay & Development of a Canvas for the Conceptualisation of HRI Game Design
(University of Waterloo, 2020-12-21)Intergenerational interaction between grandparents and grandchildren benefits both generations. The use of a social robot in mediating this interaction is a relatively unexplored area of research. Often Human-Robot ... -
Development of a Supplement for CHO Cell Culture Serum-free Media by the Fractionation of Peptide mixtures using Nanofiltration
(University of Waterloo, 2009-12-15)The objective of this work was the investigation of nanofiltration as a potential avenue to fractionate protein hydrolysates and produce protein hydrolysate fractions with stimulating bioactivity for the development of a ... -
Development of a Sustainable Management System for Rural Road Networks in Developing Countries
(University of Waterloo, 2012-02-14)Rural roads play a crucial role in the economic and social development of societies, linking rural communities to education, health services and markets. During the last decade, considerable efforts have been made to ... -
Development of a Tailor-Welded Hot Stamped Side Frame Member
(University of Waterloo, 2020-01-10)This thesis investigates the application of hot stamped ultra-high strength steel (greater than 1000 MPa tensile strength) tailor-welded blanks in vehicle frontal crash energy management structures, as well as their potential ...