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  • Canonical correlation of shipping forward curves 
    Hadjiyiannis, Nicholas (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2010)
    The behavior and interrelations between the main shipping forward curves are analyzed using multivariate statistics after removing the volatility distortions dictated by the Samuelson hypothesis. Principal Components ...
  • Capillary breakup of Discontinuously Rate Thickening Suspensions 
    Zimoch, Pawel (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2012)
    In this study, we investigated the behavior of Discontinuously Rate Thickening Suspensions (DRTS) in capillary breakup, where a thin suspension filament breaks up under the action of surface tension forces. We performed ...
  • A capital equipment capacity planning methodology for aerospace parts manufacturing in a high-mix, low volume environment 
    Reveley, Matthew A. (Matthew Aaron) (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2012)
    A static capacity planning model was developed and tested following a four-phased framework. This model was developed for the purposes of capital planning for capacity requirements at a large aerospace parts manufacturing ...
  • Capsizing of ships : static and dynamic analysis of wind effect and cost implications 
    Antonopoulos, Angelos, Nav. E. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2006)
    Capsizing of small vessels, such as commercial fishing vessels, is a frequent event. This phenomenon is generally associated with the combined action of storm seas, inadequate design parameter regulations, and dangerous ...
  • Capturing skin properties from dynamic mechanical analyses 
    Sandford, Erika J. (Erika Jaye) (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2012)
    Existing skin mechanical testing devices focus on measuring skin elasticity and are not tailored to assess the dynamic behavior of skin. The mathematical techniques used to analyze data collected using these devices are ...
  • Capturing value from Item Unique Identification (IUID) 
    Salamini, Alexey (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2006)
    The Department of Defense has issued a mandate aimed at improving its capabilities in determining the location, value, quantity, and condition of government assets. The mandate requires marking specified assemblies and ...
  • Carbon-based electric double layer capacitors for water desalination 
    Fellman, Batya A. (Batya Ayala) (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2010)
    In capacitive deionization (CDI), salt water is passed through two polarized electrodes, whereby salt is adsorbed onto the electrode surface and removed from the water stream. This approach has received renewed interest ...
  • Carbon dioxide capture from coal-fired power plants : a real potions analysis 
    Sekar, Ram Chandra (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2005)
    Investments in three coal-fired power generation technologies are valued using the "real options" valuation methodology in an uncertain carbon dioxide (CO2) price environment. The technologies evaluated are pulverized coal ...
  • Carbon dioxide flash-freezing applied to ice cream production 
    Peters, Teresa Baker, 1981- (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2006)
    (cont.) Carbon dioxide is recompressed from 1.97 x 106 Pa (285 psi) to 3.96 x 106 Pa (575 psi). The process is scaled by increasing the number of nozzles to accommodate the desired flow rate. Only 165 nozzles are required ...
  • Carbon fiber substitution in shipboard instrument structural mounts for vibration and shock isolation 
    Haas, Anna C (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2011)
    Insufficient support and isolation of rotating and non-rotating shipboard equipment and instruments may cause damage to the components or the ship itself. Reduction of noise emissions to the ship's hull and protection of ...
  • Carbon nanotube based electromechanical probes 
    Yaglioglu, Onnik, 1976- (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2007)
    Electromechanical probing applications continuously require smaller pitches, faster manufacturing and lower electrical resistance. Conventional techniques, such as MEMS based cantilever probes have their shortcomings in ...
  • Carbon nanotubes and graphene in aqueous surfactant solutions : molecular simulations and theoretical modeling 
    Lin, Shangchao (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2012)
    This thesis describes combined molecular simulations and theoretical modeling studies, supported by experimental observations, on properties and applications of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and graphene sheets dispersed in ...
  • Carbon nanotubes : a study on assembly methods 
    Quiñones, Lisandro E. (Quiñones Ortiz) (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2008)
    The urgent stipulation is to manufacture CNTs of desired properties and dimensions. The heart of this yearning lies in understanding the growth and assembly methods of CNTs, which are not yet clear. In this study, hence, ...
  • A case model for predictive maintenance 
    Li, Jiawei, M. Eng. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2008)
    This project is to respond to a need by Varian Semiconductor Equipment Associates, Inc. (VSEA) to help predict failure of ion implanters. Predictive maintenance would help to reduce the unscheduled downtime of ion implanters, ...
  • Case study in rapid product design and development 
    Winther, Garrett L. (Garrett Lee) (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2011)
    This thesis explores a new strategy in developing products quickly, cheaply and efficiently, with the hopes to redefine the paradigms behind the product design process. This was carried out through the development of the ...
  • A case study of the manufacturing and shipping costs of outsourcing 
    Liu, Linda Yu (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2011)
    As the world continues to move into a global economy, companies have more choices in terms of who their suppliers are and who their customers are. Improved technological and communication capabilities have allowed firms ...
  • Causality and sensitivity analysis in distributed design simulation 
    Kim, Jaehyun, 1970- (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2002)
    Numerous collaborative design frameworks have been developed to accelerate the product development, and recently environments for building distributed simulations have been proposed. For example, a simulation framework ...
  • Cavitation instability in solids 
    Hou, Hang-sheng (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1991)
  • Cavity dynamics of water entry for spheres and ballistic projectiles 
    Truscott, Tadd Trevor (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2009)
    The free surface impact of solid objects has been investigated for well over a century. This canonical problem has many facets that may be studied: object geometry, surface treatment, and diameter; impact speed and angle; ...
  • Cell-matrix interactions : collagen-GAG scaffold fabrication, characterization, and measurement of cell migratory and contractile behavior via confocal microscopy 
    Harley, Brendan A. (Brendan Andrew), 1978- (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2006)
    Three-dimensional, collagen scaffolds are an analog of the extracellular matrix and are used for many tissue engineering applications. While material and microstructural properties significantly affect overall scaffold ...
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