Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering
This is the collection for the University of Waterloo's Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering .
Research outputs are organized by type (eg. Master Thesis, Article, Conference Paper).
Waterloo faculty, students, and staff can contact us or visit the UWSpace guide to learn more about depositing their research.
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Anomaly Detection in CNC Milling Machines using Transfer and Incremental Ensemble Learning of LSTM Autoencoder Networks
(University of Waterloo, 2024-07-08)Since the industrial revolution, there has been a steady and continued effort to bring more automation and efficiency to the manufacturing process. Milling machines have long been a valuable tool to create precise parts ... -
Additively Manufactured Low-frequency Piezoelectric Energy Harvester Design: Modeling, Fabrication, And Experiment
(University of Waterloo, 2024-06-19)With conventional energy sources like fossil fuels becoming increasingly scarce and the widespread adoption of electric vehicles placing growing demands on lithium, the primary material in battery manufacturing, there is ... -
Physics-Based Pressure Field and Fluid Forcing Inference for Cylindrical Bluff Body Experiments
(University of Waterloo, 2024-06-17)The proceeding work details contributions to the state-of-the-art of velocimetry-based experimental fluid mechanics through the application of novel pressure and force estimation methods to studies in bluff-body aerodynamics ... -
Defect Engineering in Metal Oxide Through Laser Irradiation
(University of Waterloo, 2024-06-14)Metal oxides such as copper oxide (CuO), titanium dioxide (TiO2) and zinc oxide (ZnO) are one of the most important and broadly-studied classes of semiconductors. Their nano-materials have shown great potential in the ... -
Variable-Speed and Multi-Mode Solar Assisted Heat Pumps: System Design and Controls Development
(University of Waterloo, 2024-06-13)In an era characterized by increasing energy cost and frequent reminders of the climate impact of emissions from combustion, consumers and energy regulators have a heightened interest in solar and other renewable energy ... -
Assessing the Tissue-Level Response and the Risk of Neck Pain in Rotary-Wing Aircrew using a Finite Element Model of the Neck
(University of Waterloo, 2024-06-06)Epidemiological studies report a prevalence of neck pain among rotary-wing aircrew (RWA) potentially associated with head-supported mass (HSM), frequent physiologic motions of head-neck, aircraft vibration, and prolonged ... -
Development of a Semantic Model and Synthetic Dataset for Multi-Grasp Affordance Detection for Application to Vision-Based Upper-Limb Prosthetic Grasping
(University of Waterloo, 2024-05-27)Current upper-limb prosthetic grasping methods are predominately myoelectric, where surface electromyogram (sEMG) pattern recognition is used to predict a grasp type for a prosthetic hand to grasp objects. The sEMG patterns ... -
Application of Machine Learning Modeling in Establishing the Process, Structure, and Property Relationships of the Cast-Forged AZ80 Magnesium Alloy
(University of Waterloo, 2024-05-27)The cast-forging process is a novel hybrid manufacturing paradigm that leverages the cost effectiveness of cast product while alleviating its structural and durability weaknesses through forging. Therefore, the cast-forging ... -
End-to-End Deep Learning-Driven Automation for Enhanced Inspection in Industry
(University of Waterloo, 2024-05-27)This study explores the integration of machine learning into industrial automation, specifically focusing on transformer inspection to address labor shortages and enhance operational efficiencies. It develops a specialized ... -
Enhancement of Human-Robot Physical Interaction in Lowerlimb Exoskeletons
(University of Waterloo, 2024-05-24)Many people face mobility challenges due to spinal cord injury, stroke, and aging. Therapeutic interventions using assistive exoskeletons have emerged as promising tools to enhance their quality of life. The efficacy of ... -
A Radar-Based In-Cabin Health Monitoring System
(University of Waterloo, 2024-05-17)The topic of in-cabin health care monitoring within vehicles has recently garnered significant attention. This technology serves two primary applications in a vehicle. First is the monitoring of the vital signs of drivers ... -
Mobile Robot Positioning via Visual and Inertial Sensor Fusion
(University of Waterloo, 2024-05-16)A fundamental prerequisite of mobile robots is the ability to accurately localize itself in a given environment. Accurate localization information is vital for a mobile robotic agent where different modules such and motion ... -
Characterization of Micro-Plasma Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing: Anisotropy and Layer Height Investigation
(University of Waterloo, 2024-05-16)Directed energy deposition describes the process of deposition of molten metal in wire or powder form with a focused energy beam source in a layer-by-layer fashion to create a final part. The use of an arc as heat source ... -
The Relationship Between Embodiment Perception and Motor Learning in Virtual Reality-based Interventions
(University of Waterloo, 2024-05-10)Virtual reality (VR) is a rapidly evolving technology that offers immersive experiences by simulating realistic environments and interactions. In the context of motor learning and rehabilitation, VR has emerged as a promising ... -
Finite Element Analysis of Multi-Material Die-Cast Tooling by Additive Manufacturing
(University of Waterloo, 2024-05-10)The predominant challenge encountered in the high-pressure die casting of aluminum is the deterioration of casting dies because of thermal fatigue or heat checking. This issue largely stems from the inadequate thermal ... -
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 ... -
Laser Welding of Porcine Skeletal Muscle Tissue Using Near Infra-red Irradiation with Gold Nanorod Biosolders
(University of Waterloo, 2024-04-29)Laser tissue welding is an efficient and quick technique used to join tissues for wound repair in the event of injury or surgery. Compared to traditional joining methods such as suturing, optimized laser tissue welding ... -
Vortex-induced vibrations of a circular cylinder in elevated turbulence and unsteady freestream conditions
(University of Waterloo, 2024-04-26)This thesis presents the results of a series of experimental investigations focused on exploring one degree of freedom (1-DOF) vortex-induced vibrations (VIV) of a rigid, circular cylinder in two practical flow conditions: ... -
Variation in powder size distribution for electron beam melting of Ti48Al2Cr2Nb - density and surface roughness effects
(University of Waterloo, 2024-04-25)Additive manufacturing (AM), also known as 3D printing, is an innovative method for producing complex geometries with minimal material waste. Aerospace, medical, and battery fields are a few sectors that employ AM as a ... -
Development of a Social Robot for the Study of Robot Roles in Robot-Assisted Language Learning
(University of Waterloo, 2024-04-25)The objective of this thesis encompasses both the development of a novel social robot, named ”Maple,” and the examination of its effectiveness in various roles within the context of education and Human-Robot Interaction ...