Theses/Dissertations from 1995
EXMIS: An Expert System for the Autonomous Onboard Command System (AOCS), Kevin D. Benedict
Multipoint Quadratic Approximation for Numerical Optimization, Michael A. Blaylock
An Experimental Investigation of a Sting-Mounted Finite Circulation Control Wing, Lorenzo C. Bradley III
Comparison of Two Shock-Capturing Methods for Calculation of Transonic Airfoil Flutter, Bradley J. Buxton
A Decision Model for Environmental Assessment of Process Waste Products, Kyle F. Byard
Comparison of the Ralph Smith and the Time Domain Flying Qualities Criteria, Lori A. Carlucci
Effects of Blowing Ratios on Heat Transfer to the Throat Region of a Porous-Walled Nozzle, Fu-Jung Chen
Investigation of Residual Strength and Fatigue Life of Unstiffened Aluminum Panels with Multiple Site Damage, Mark C. Cherry
A Systems Engineering Approach to Aircraft Kinetic Kill Countermeasures Technology: Development of an Active Aircraft Defense System for the C/KC-135 Aircraft, Mark C. Cherry, Bruce R. Dewitt, Christopher G. Dusseault, Joel J. Hagan, and Brian S. Peterson
Thermal Stresses in End-Heated Layered Media, Jerry R. Couick
Modified Model for Transient Response of mRNA Synthesis to Magnetic Field Exposure, Timothy W. Crosnoe
Fatigue Response of Cracked Aluminum Panel with Partially Bonded Composite Patch, Jason J. Denney
Analysis of Gravity-Gradient Satellite Attitude Inversion, Jules-Francois D. Desamours
Numerical Simulation of Supersonic Turbulent Boundary Layer Flow under the Influence of Mild Pressure Gradients, Eric T. Fick
Validation of the Articulated Total Body Model Data Set Describing the Large Advanced Dynamic Anthropomorphic Manikin, Joel J. Hagan
Experimental Investigation of a Supersonic Turbulent Boundary Layer with Adverse Pressure Gradient, Chad S. Hale
Mach 2.9 Investigation into the Flow Structure In The Vicinity of a Wrap-Around Fin, Richard E. Huffman Jr.
Stress/Strain Ratio Effects on Fatigue Response of a SCS-6/Ti-15-3 Metal Matrix Composite at Elevated Temperature, Sean C. Jackson
Optimal Mixed-Norm Control Synthesis for Discrete-Time Linear Systems, David R. Jacques
Analysis of Heads-Up Display Quickening Versus Handling Qualities, Gary M. Konnert
Numerical Study of a Transpiration Cooled Rocket Nozzle, Jay A. Landis
Vehicle Thermal Control with a Variable Area Inlet, Thomas R. Layne
Experimental Investigation of a Supersonic Boundary Layer Including Favorable Pressure Gradient Effects, Joel J. Luker
Compressible Turbulence Measurement in Low-Angle Injection into a Supersonic Flow, Gregory J. McCann
Investigation of Aerodynamic Alterations for Improving the KC-135 Boom Performance during Aerial Refueling, Debra A. Nawrocki
Methodology for Implementing Fracture Mechanics in Global Structural Design of Aircraft, Clifton D. Nees
Applications of Nonlinear Control Using the State-Dependent Riccati Equation, David K. Parrish
Influence of a Moving Endwall on the Tip Clearance Vortex in an Axial Compressor Cascade, Lawrence J. Peter
Frequency Effects on Fatigue Behavior of a Unidirectional Metal Matrix Composite at Elevated Temperature, Robert N. Pittman
Full Lyapunov Exponent Placement in Reentry Trajectories, Michael H. Platt
Prediction of an Axial Compressor Stage Characteristic from a One-Point Measurement, Shahnaz M. Punjani
Nonlinear Geometric and Material Behavior of Composite Shells with Large Strains, Scott A. Schimmels
Sub-Optimal Control of Rigid Spacecraft Reorientation Using Three Momentum Wheels, Gregory W. Schultz
Effects of Base Cavity Depth on a Free Spinning Wrap-Around Fin Missile Configuration, Jon A. Struck
The Dependence of the Time-Asymptotic Structure of 3-D Vortex Breakdown on Boundary and Initial Conditions, Jeffrey C. Tromp
Experimental Investigation of Non-Adiabatic Supersonic Slot Injection into a Supersonic Cross-Flow, Kelly C. Tucker
Systems Analysis of GPS Electrical Power System Redesign, Kevin J. Walker
Compressible Turbulence Measurement in the Mixing Layer of an Adiabatic Normal Slot Injection into Supersonic Flow, Christopher D. Whitcomb
Theses/Dissertations from 1994
Stall Precursor Study of High Frequency Data for Three High Speed, Swept Compressor Rotors, James F. Anderton
Investigation into the Behavior of Geometrically Nonlinear Composite Arches, John C. Bailey
Tracking and Impact Prediction of Earth-Crossing-Objects (ECOs) on a Collision Course with Earth, Gregory A. Bishop
Computational Investigation of an Improved Cowl Concept for Hypersonic Propulsive Nozzles, Mark C. Butler
The Effects of Transverse Vibration on the Performance of an Axial Groove Wick Heat Pipe, Kenneth A. Carpenter
The Collapse of Composite Cylindrical Panels with Various Thickness using Finite Element Analysis, Christopher P. Chaplin
Analysis of Modal Behavior at Frequency Cross-Over, Robert N. Costa Jr.
A Decision Support Model for Establishing a Plastics Recycling Program, Deven M. Dalcher
Flight Control Design using Mixed H2/µ Optimization, Douglas D. Decker
Analysis of Hypersonic Boundary Layer Second Mode Instability over a 7° Cone, Richard A. Dennery
Fatigue Behavior of a Cross-Ply Metal Matrix Composite at Elevated Temperature under Strain Controlled Mode, Leon B. Dennis
Compressible Turbulence Measurements in a Supersonic Flow with Adverse Pressure Gradient, Jon W. Dotter
The Prediction of Pilot Opinion Ratings Using Optimal and Sub-Optimal Pilot Models, Craig R. Edkins
The Design and Development of a Low-speed, Low-Force Wind Tunnel Data Acquisition System with an Application to Bicycle Front Fork Spacing, Alan W. Elledge
Viscoplastic Characterization and Fatigue Modeling of Titanium Based Metal Matrix Composites, Mark A. Foringer
Fatigue Behavior of a Cross-Ply Ceramic Matrix Composite Subjected to Tension-Tension Cycling with Hold Time, Scott A. Grant
Characterization of Fatigue Behavior of 2-D Woven Fabric Reinforced Ceramic Matrix Composite at Elevated Temperature, Daniel J. Groner
An Experimental Investigation of Sandwich Flat Panels under Low Velocity Impact, Timberlyn M. Harrington
Optimization of a Nutation Damper Attached to a Spin-Stabilized Satellite, Brady P. Hauboldt
A Shock Tube Study of Aerodynamic Heating of Gaps in a Cylinder Subjected to Supersonic Cross Flow, Douglas D. High
Investigation of Boundary Layer and Performance Effects of Transpiration Cooling through a Porous Plate in a Rocket Nozzle, David N. Keener
A Comparison of the Neal-Smith and ωspΤθ2, ςsp, τθ Flying Qualities Criteria, Brian A. Kish
Investigation of Tension-Compression Fatigue Behavior of a Unidirectional Metal Matrix Composite at Elevated Temperature, Darren L. Kraabel
Effects of Blowing Ratio on Heat Transfer to the Throat Region of a Porous-Walled Nozzle, Joseph L. Lenertz
A Gain Scheduling Optimization Method Using Genetic Algorithms, Robert C. Martin IV
Compressible Turbulence Measurements in a Supersonic Boundary Layer Including Favorable Pressure Gradient Effects, Raymond S. Miller
Effects of Thickness and Curvature on the Natural Frequencies of Cylindrical Composite Shells, Jose L. Monteverde E.
A New Drag Measurement System for Wind Tunnel Testing of the Racing Bicycle and Rider to Determine a Low Drag Configuration, Brian A. Parker
Calibration and Initial Testing of a New Hydraulic Simulator, Cristian A. Puebla
Direct Reduced Order Mixed H2/H∞ Control for the Short Take-Off and Landing-Maneuver Technology Demonstrator (STOL-MTD), William C. Reigelsperger Jr.
Performance Characterization of a Highly-Offset Diffuser with and Without Blowing Vortex Generator Jets, Michael B. Senseney
Finite Element Methods for Nonlinear Static Analysis of Sandwich Plates, Damin J. Siler
Improved Numerical Solution of Mixed H2/H∞ Optimization with Applications, Linda D. Smith
Applications of ℓ1 and Mixed H2/ℓ1 Optimization, Mark S. Spillman
Fatigue Behavior of a Cross-Ply Ceramic Matrix Composite at Elevated Temperature under Tension-Tension Loading, Craig D. Steiner
A Handling Qualities Investigation of Conventional, Rate Command- Attitude Hold, and Attitude Command-Attitude Hold Response-Types in the Probe and Drogue Air Refueling Task, Michael J. Taschner
Experimental Investigation of the Effects of Relative Physical Orientation between Evaporator and Condenser for a Loop Heat Pipe, Brad R. Thompson
Resonance Capture in Unbalanced Dual-Spin Spacecraft, Raymond Tsui
Mixed H2-H∞ Optimization with Multiple H Infinity Constraints, Julio C. Ullauri
An Investigation of the AFIT 2-Inch Shock Tube as a Flow Source for Supersonic Testing, Kevin M. Vlcek
A State-Space Model of a Large, Lightly Damped Space Structure Using the Eigensystem Realization Algorithm, Robert D. Woods
Telepresent Spacecraft Docking with Object-Based Bilateral Control (OBBC), Paul Woznick
Investigation of Tension-Compression Fatigue Behavior of a Notched Cross-Ply Metal Matrix Composite at Elevated Temperature, Matthew W. Yocum
Formulation of the Optimal Trajectory for an Air-Breathing Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile, Timothy Zadzora
Theses/Dissertations from 1993
A Comparison of Three Approximate Mathematical Models for the Gravity Gradient Stabilized Satellite, R. Kevin Adams
Static Fracture Behavior of a Ceramic Matrix Composite at Elevated Temperatures, David M. Agins
Analysis of the Effects of Wake Passage on Heat Transfer in a Linear Turbine Cascade, Kevin S. Allen
Evaluation of a Concentration Probe for Application in a Supersonic Flow Field, John S. Alsup
Prototype Space Fabrication Platform, James A. Bessel, James M. Ceney, David M. Crean, Edward A. Ingham, and David J. Pabst
A Numerical Study of High-Speed Missile Configurations Using a Block- Structured Parallel Algorithm, Douglas C. Blake
Investigation of Tension-Compression Fatigue Behavior of a Cross-Ply Metal Matrix Composite at Room and Elevated Temperatures, Elizabeth A. Boyum
Wake Passage Effects on the Losses in a Linear Turbine Cascade, James A. Braunschneider
Development and Implementation of a Scramjet Cycle Analysis Code with a Finite-Rate-Chemistry Combustion Model for Use on a Personal Computer, Clarence F. Chenault
Numerical Analysis of the Motion of a Rigid Body with an Attached Spring-Mass-Damper, Anne E. Chinnery
Design and Construction of the Aerobot Robotic Manipulator (ARM), William L. Cochran
Off-Design Performance of Crenulated Blades in a Linear Compressor Cascade, Michael J. Costello
The Effect of Cutout Dimensionality on the Collapse Characteristics of Cylindrical Composite Shells of Varying Thickness, John C. Del Barga
Influence of Embedded Optical Fibers on Compressive Strength of Advanced Composites, Stefan B. Dosedel
Comparison of the Dynamic Behavior of Composite Plates and Shells Incorporating Green's Strain Terms with the von Karman and Donnell Models, Arthur E. Forral
Analysis and Characteristics of Compressor Stall Precursor Signals in Forward and AFT Swept High Speed Compressor, Bernard J. Frank