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Development of an inertial generator for embedded applications in rotating environments
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2007)
Inertial generators are devices that generate electrical energy from their inertial motion, and have only one mechanical connection with their surroundings. This makes them suitable power sources for embedded systems ...
Modeling and control of a hot micro-embossing machine
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2006)
As the market for polymer micro- and nano-devices expands there is an ever-present need for a manufacturing standard to mass produce these parts. A number of techniques for fabricating these devices are soft lithography, ...
Glycocalyx acting as a mechanotransducer of fluid shear stress
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2005)
It is widely recognized that fluid shearing forces acting on endothelial cells (ECs) have a profound effect on EC morphology, structure and function. Recent investigations in vivo have indicated the presence of a thick ...
Comparison of approaches for determining the failure of stiffened cylindrical shells
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2002)
Qualification of the IBM CSC factory in Singapore : resource estimation and allocation in software and hardware services
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2007)
The CSC department of IBM Singapore has been established two years ago. It provides a variety of hardware and software services for its customers. Due to the complex mix of products and the different ways of completing the ...
Control of oligonucleotide conformation on nanoparticle surfaces for nanoscale heat transfer study
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2004)
Metal nanoparticles can be used as antennae covalently linked to biomolecules. External alternating magnetic field can turn on and off the biological activity of the molecules due to induction heating from the particles ...
Transcutaneous measurement of glucose using Raman spectroscopy
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2004)
Transcutaneous glucose measurement would provide the ability to obtain frequent measurements without the pain and risk of infection associated with obtaining a blood sample and eliminates the need for reagents. Because of ...
Nanoengineered surfaces for advanced thermal management
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2009)
Thermal management is a critical challenge for a variety of applications including integrated circuits (ICs) and energy conversion devices. As the heat fluxes exceed 100 W/cm2, novel cooling solutions need to be developed. ...
Development of a low-cost, rapid-cycle hot embossing system for microscale parts
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2009)
Hot embossing is an effective technology for reproducing micro-scale features in polymeric materials, but large-scale adoption of this method is hindered by high capital costs and low cycle times relative to other technologies, ...
Stability and robustness analysis tools for marine robot localization and mapping applications
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2009)
The aim of this analysis is to explore the fundamental stability issues of a robotic vehicle carrying out localization, mapping, and feedback control in a perturbation-filled environment. Motivated by the application of ...