This collection includes Honors in the Major (undergraduate) Theses completed in the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Records for print-only, retrospectively scanned, and electronic works are included—digital copies are included where available.
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Honors Undergraduate Theses from 2024
Enrichment of Methane Air with the Addition of Hydrogen, Cody S. Kaliski
Improving the Robustness of Neural Networks to Adversarial Patch Attacks Using Masking and Attribution Analysis, Atandra Mahalder
Analysis of Variations in Flow-Independent Liquid Jet-in-Crossflow Injections, Michael Scott
Functional Verification of Additively Manufactured Metallopolymer Structures for Structural Electronics Design, Nathan D. Singhal
Music Recommendation Using Exemplars and Contrastive Learning, Tina Tran
Identification of Forensically Relevant Coding Region SNPs from RNA-seq Data, Alice S. Yu
Theses from 2023
Design And Validation Of A Variable, Speed-Dependent Resistance Training Method For Muscle Hypertrophy, Alvaro Andres Aracena Alvial
Examining Direct Load Control Within Demand Response Programs, Maria Bonina Zimath
Variational Autoencoder and Sensor Fusion for Robust Myoelectric Controls, Keith A. Currier
Understanding Machine Learning Algorithms and Feature Selection Techniques for Predicting Coronary Artery Disease, Sathwika Deegutla
Analysis of Two-Dimensional Fluid-Structure Interactions of a Plunging Flat Plate using Unsteady Discrete Vortex Method with MATLAB, Nicolas R. Guerrero-Cortes
A Framework for the Automatic Identification of Optimized Yield Surface Parameters, Kevin Hanekom
A Numerical Analysis of Shock Angles from Inward Turning Axisymmetric Flows, William L. Hilal
The Effects of Head-Centric Rest Frames on Egocentric Distance Perception in Virtual Reality, Yahya Hmaiti
Semi-Robotic Knee Arthroscopy System with Braking Mechanism, Thai Hua
Musical Form Reconstruction in Printed and Handwritten Lead Sheets via Optical Recognition of Chord Symbols, Nashir A. Janmohamed
Teens Vs. Tech: Using an Asynchronous Remote Community Environment to Explore Adolescents' Online Safety Perspectives, Naulsberry Jean Baptiste
Effectiveness of Acoustic Design in Public Spaces, Jana V. Jirgens
Comparing Phosphorus Removal Efficiencies and Mechanisms via Two Cost-Effective Specialty Adsorbents in a Cascade Upflow Filtration System, Sydney Kilgus-Vesely
Audible and Subaudible Components of the First and Second Heart Sounds Using Phonocardiography and Seismocardiography, Daniella King
Biomarker Identification for Breast Cancer Types Using Feature Selection and Explainable AI Methods, David E. La Rosa Giraud
Effects of Exciting and Relaxing Music on Heart Rate Variability, Pratik S. Mahajan
An Optimization Study of Small-Scale Propeller Blade, Fahad M. Nabid
Effect of Autoclave Process Parameters on Mechanical Behaviors of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites Fabricated via Additive Manufacturing, Quang Hao Nguyen
Effects of Work Sharing of Shoulder and Ankle Movements During Walking, Lauren G. Paffrath
Granular Jamming: Stiffness vs Pressure and Organ Palpation Devices, Christopher H. Quach
Towards Explainable AI Using Attribution Methods and Image Segmentation, Garrett J. Rocks
Study on Droplet Behavior in the Upper Airway Using a Cough Emulator, Bhavani Sivakumaar
Soft Skills in STEM, Mariana Sorroza Aguilar
Silver Doped Nanoceria (AgCNP) Integrated Silk Scaffold For Chronic Wound Healing, Architha K. Venkatesan
Efficient Haplotype Matching on Biobank-Scale Reference Graphs, Seba Villalobos
Hypersonic Scramjet Inlet Development for Variable Mach Number Flows, Zachary P. White
The Numerical Study of Aeroacoustics Performance of Wings with Different Wavelength Leading-Edge Tubercles, Youjie Zhang
Theses from 2022
The Early Propagation And Burning Of Hydrogen In The Process Of The Deflagration To Detonation Transition, Rom Amasay
Thermoforming of Thin-Ply Composite Structures via In-Situ Heating, Bojan Bijelic
The Effects of Supersonic Reacting Flow Over a Wedge, Taylor R. Brown
Investigation of Pitching and Plunging Motions on a Tandem Wing Configuration, Riley M. Capiro
Flow of Blood Analog Fluid Inside Curved Microchannels, Ayodha Gopaul
Probing the Effect of Hyperglycemia on Endothelial Force Generation and Transmission, Jovani J. Gutierrez
Exploration of Warm-up Protocols on Muscular Fatigue, Sahil Kapadia
Design and Testing of a Hybrid Direct Ink Writing and Fused Deposition Modeling Multi-Process 3D Printer, Alexander X. Losada
Genetic Algorighm Representation Selection Impact on Binary Classification Problems, Stephen V. Maldonado
Design and Development of Medical Devices for Multifaceted Applications, Madisyn Messmore
A User Study Comparing SafeLINC to an Existing mHealth Application for Suicide Safety Planning, Zachary P. Miller
Analysis of Nozzle Expansion Characteristics in Supersonic Retro-Propulsion, Gonzalo Montoya
How Adolescents in the Child Welfare System Seek Support for Their Sexual Risk Experiences Online, Taylor L. Moraguez
Numerical Simulation on the Effects of Entrainment on Hydrogen Jet-in-Crossflow Combustion, Malcolm K. Newmyer
Influence of Growth Parameters on the Synthesis of MoS2 Films, Victor Okonkwo
Examining Cooperative System Responses Against Grid Integrity Attacks, Alexander D. Parady
Comparative Evaluation of Assemblers for Metagenomic Data Analysis, Matheus Pavini Franco Ferreira
An Investigative Design of Gas Jet Nozzles and their Flow Field Effect on Spatial Distribution, Adam Phengsomphone
Thrust Augmentation of Rotating Detonation Rocket Engines, Alexander G. Rodriguez
Investigating Ground Interactions of a Rotocraft Landing Vehicle on Titan, Adam Rozman
Mean Pressure Gradient Effects on Flame-flow Dynamics in a Cavity Combustor, David M. Smerina
An Introduction to the Comparison of Seismocardiography and Phonocardiography, Anna C. Voyatzoglou
Theses from 2021
Motor Control System for Near-Resonance High-cycle Fatigue Testing, Samer K. Armaly
Recapture: A Virtual Reality Interactive Narrative Experience Concerning Perspectives and Self-Reflection, Indira Avendano
Physicians and their Patience: Redefining Healthcare Relationships through Readability Optimization, Rachel V. Ball
Design, Construction, and Characterization of a Mini-CO2/VOC Sensor and Gas Chromatograph for Field Research, Rishi Basdeo
A Model for Assessing Staff Resilience to Improve Organizational Resilience in Emergency Departments, Stefani Baz
Fluid-Structure Interaction for a Deformable Anisotropic Cylinder: A Case Study, Jared T. Decker
The Stability of Two-Dimensional Cylinder Wakes in the Presence of a Wavy Ground, Matt Duran
Investigation of Various Jet Configurations on Jet-in Crossflow Flame Characteristics at Elevated Pressures, Max K. Fortin
Reviving Mozart with Intelligence Duplication, Jacob E. Galajda
Workspace and Kinematic Modeling and Analysis of Semi-Robotic Laparoscopic Surgery, Immanuel E. Girgis
Fine-grained Lower Bounds for Problems on Strings and Graphs, Gary Thomas Hoppenworth
Development of Lifting Line Theory for the FanWing Propulsion System, Christopher Kaminski
Electromyographic and Mechanomyogrpahic Signal Changes with Fatigue in Adults, Rehana Koilpillai
Development and Characterization of Flow Independent Fuel Injectors, Michael W. Kwara
Flow Control over a Tandem Cylinder using Plasma Actuation, Benjamin Latrobe
A Finite Difference Model For Induced Hypothermia During Shock, Dylan S. Lyon
Examining Everyday Literacies: An Autoethnographic Analysis of Mundane Textualities, Kyle J. Mauter
Synchronization and Analysis of Multimodal Medical Data, Nafisa N. Mostofa
Experimental Study of a Liquid Fuel Bluff Body Flame at Elevated Pressures, Karam Paul
Flow Field Dynamics as a Result of Perforated Plates, Hector Perez
Impact of Climate Change on Storms and Coastal Morphodynamics, Kelsey Perez
Heart Rate Variability in Adults During 24-Hours with a Focus on Sleep Period, Ankur Ravikanth
Family Communication: Examining the Differing Perceptions of Parents and Teens Regarding Online Safety Communication, Tara Rutkowski
"Design and Characterization of Mach 5 Flow for Higly Turbulent Hypersonic Test Facility, Mason R. Thornton
Theses from 2020
Understanding the Challenges Child Welfare Workers Encounter Related to Promoting the Online Safety of Foster Youth, Denielle Kirk L. Abaquita
Exploration Of Nozzle Circumferential Flow Attenuation and Efficient Expansion For Rotating Detonation Rocket Engines, Zane J. Berry
Application of the Virtual Fields Method to the Material Properties Identification Using Pressure Gradients, Carlos A. Borras Abdala
Development Of A Computationally Inexpensive Method Of Simulating Primary Droplet Breakup, Brendon A. Cavainolo
Flame Vortex Dynamics in a Model Ramjet Combustor, Chandler W. Crimmins
Co-Designing "Teenovate": An Intergenerational Online Safety Design Team, Arianna J. Davis
Maximizing Bass Reflex System Performance Through Optimization of Port Geometry, Bryce Doll
Musical Cryptography Using Long Short-Term Memory Networks, Curtis Helsel
Virtual Experiments for Engineering Education, Amy P. Lebanoff
An Experimental Validation of a Revised Paschen's Law Relating to the ESD of Aerospace Vehicle Surfaces, Manuela Morales
Bone Growth and Remodeling: From Concept to Simulations, Kestrel J. Pourchot
Assessing 3D Printability of Bioinks, Nicole Ramirez
Ensuring Positive Definiteness in Linear Viscoelastic Material Functions Based on Prony Series, Christopher D. Rehberg
Optimizing a Parabolic Solar Trough's Receiver with an IR Selective Coating, Adil Riahi
Thermal-hydraulic Optimization of the Heat Exchange Between a Molten Salt Small Modular Reactor and a Super-critical Carbon Dioxide Power Cycle, James Sherwood
Degradation From CMAS Infiltration in 7YSZ EB-PVD Thermal Barrier Coatings, Zachary Stein
Development of a Bluff Body Stabilized Combustor for Liquid Fuels at Elevated Pressures, Michael E. Tonarely
Theses from 2019
Sintering Behavior, Structural, and Catalytic Properties of Ytterbium Oxide (Yb2O3), Alina Aftab