Browsing Electrical and Computer Engineering by Title
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Novel Finger-like Soft Pneumatic Actuators for Affective Movement
(University of Waterloo, 2015-05-19)The ability to communicate emotion through movement is an important element to enable engaging social human-robot interaction. It has been shown that humans are capable of conveying emotion through hand and arm movements ... -
A Novel Multi-band CO-OFDM based Long Reach Passive Optical Network Architecture
(University of Waterloo, 2017-01-20)The thesis investigates a new long-reach passive optical networks (LRPON) architecture based on multi-band coherent optical orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (CO-OFDM). The proposed CO-OFDM based LRPON system is ... -
A Novel Multi-Layer Framework for Dynamic Operation of Prosumers in Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Energy Markets
(University of Waterloo, 2020-12-15)Research in transactive energy systems, in recent years, has been primarily focused on the financial aspects of peer-to-peer (P2P) energy trade with little attention paid to the operational and practical aspects of how ... -
A Novel Multi-Symbol Curve Fit based CABAC Framework for Hybrid Video Codec's with Improved Coding Efficiency and Throughput
(University of Waterloo, 2012-09-26)Video compression is an essential component of present-day applications and a decisive factor between the success or failure of a business model. There is an ever increasing demand to transmit larger number of superior-quality ... -
Novel Neural Network Repair Methods for Data Privacy and Individual Fairness
(University of Waterloo, 2021-08-03)Machine learning is increasingly becoming critical to the decisions that control our lives. As these predictive models advance toward ubiquity, the demand for models that are trustworthy, fair, and preserve privacy becomes ... -
Novel photo-detector architectures for high-energy radiation imaging applications
(University of Waterloo, 2023-10-18)This work is an investigation of amorphous Selenium (a-Se) based semiconductor detectors for high-energy radiation imaging applications. The work focuses on enhancing the detection efficiency of a-Se while maintaining ... -
Novel Planar Microstrip and Dielectric Resonator Filters
(University of Waterloo, 2007-04-12)Microwave filters possessing various forms are essential components in radar, satellite, and mobile communication systems. Increased demands for low-loss, miniature filters that can be mass produced at low cost have provided ... -
Novel Planning and Market Models for Energy Storage Systems in Smart Grids
(University of Waterloo, 2014-09-17)The increasing deployment of distributed generation, especially renewable-based due to feed-in-tariff programs, has led to a revolution in the use of distribution systems and the emergence of smart-grid concepts. Smart ... -
A Novel Power-Scalable Wideband Power Amplifier Linearization Technique
(University of Waterloo, 2019-08-29)Global mobile traffic is expected to continue to increase at an astonishing rate in the future, due to the ever-increasing number of mobile phone subscribers and the adoption of smart devices which generate significantly ... -
Novel Predistortion System for 4G/5G Small-Cell and Wideband Transmitters
(University of Waterloo, 2020-12-15)To meet the growing demand for mobile data, various technologies are being introduced to wireless networks to increase system capacity. On one hand, large number of small-cell base stations are adopted to serve the reduced ... -
Novel Quadruple-mode, Dual-mode and Dual-band Dielectric Resonator Filters and Multiplexers
(University of Waterloo, 2009-08-26)Dielectric resonators offer high-Q (low loss) characteristics which make them ideal for filters with narrow bandwidth and low insertion loss specifications. They are mainly used in satellite and wireless system applications. ... -
A Novel Real Time Charging Approach for Electric Vehicles in Smart Grids
(University of Waterloo, 2017-12-19)Integration of renewable energy sources (RES) into electric grids comes with significant challenges. The produced energy from renewable sources such as wind and solar is intermittent, non-dispatchable, and uncertain. The ... -
A Novel Retro-directive Phased Array Antenna Architecture
(University of Waterloo, 2018-12-21)Mobile wireless communication scenarios can range from a simple indoor WiFi link to a satellite internet connection to an airplane. Virtually in all scenarios, dynamic changes in the propagation environment or the movement ... -
Novel RF MEMS Varactors Realized in Standard MEMS and CMOS Processes
(University of Waterloo, 2007-12-21)Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) varactors have the potential to replace conventional varactor diodes, due to their high loss and non-linearity, in many applications such as phase shifters, oscillators, and tunable ... -
A Novel Sensorless Support Vector Regression Based Multi-Stage Algorithm to Track the Maximum Power Point for Photovoltaic Systems
(University of Waterloo, 2012-06-08)Solar energy is the energy derived from the sun through the form of solar radiation. Solar powered electrical generation relies on photovoltaic (PV) systems and heat engines. These two technologies are widely used today ... -
A Novel Solar Cell Ionotronic Energy Pathway Inspired by an Electric Eel
(University of Waterloo, 2021-09-16)Solar cell technology can be one of the best choices for sustainable future energy. Solar energy conversion strategies inspired by nature can play a vital role in solving the significant challenges in solar cell products ... -
A Novel THz Photoconductive Source and Waveguide Based on One-dimensional Nano-grating
(University of Waterloo, 2013-01-25)A terahertz photoconductive source structure with nano-grating electrodes is proposed. The resonance modes of the one-dimensional nano-grating and their affect the optical power absorption are studied. In addition, an ... -
Novel Volt/Var Control Strategies for Active Distribution Systems
(University of Waterloo, 2020-01-07)Power distribution networks are rapidly evolving as active distribution systems, as a result of growing concerns for the environment and the shift towards renewable energy sources (RESs). The introduction of distributed ... -
Novelty Detection for SilGeo Hardware Assurance
(University of Waterloo, 2023-05-05)In today's world, electronic hardware-level threats have become increasingly common. These threats can range from the infiltration of counterfeit or malicious hardware in the supply chain to the use of electronic attack ... -
Numerical analysis and simulation of graphene assisted silicon-nitride waveguide
(University of Waterloo, 2021-09-20)To address the increased demand for high performance nonlinear integrated photonic devices, this thesis investigates a potential solution to the intrinsic low nonlinear response of silicon nitride waveguides by integrating ...