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1. Ankala,Anand Srinivas. Numerical Simulation of Plasma Assisted Turbulent Combustion.

Degree: MS, Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2011, University of Florida

► In order to improve the combustion performance inside a gas turbine combustion chamber, many attempts have been made and the area of turbulent combustion has… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Combustion; Combustion chambers; Combustion temperature; Geometry; Modeling; Plasma velocity; Plasmas; Simulations; Turbulence models; Velocity; barrier – combustion – dielectric – discharge – numerical – plasma – simulation – turbulent

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Srinivas, A. (2011). Numerical Simulation of Plasma Assisted Turbulent Combustion. (Masters Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0043501

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Srinivas, Ankala,Anand. “Numerical Simulation of Plasma Assisted Turbulent Combustion.” 2011. Masters Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0043501.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Srinivas, Ankala,Anand. “Numerical Simulation of Plasma Assisted Turbulent Combustion.” 2011. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Srinivas A. Numerical Simulation of Plasma Assisted Turbulent Combustion. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Florida; 2011. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0043501.

Council of Science Editors:

Srinivas A. Numerical Simulation of Plasma Assisted Turbulent Combustion. [Masters Thesis]. University of Florida; 2011. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0043501

University of Florida

2. Blanco, Ariel. The Rarefied Gas Electro Jet (RGEJ) Micro-Thruster for Propulsion of Small Satellites.

Degree: PhD, Aerospace Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2017, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0050292

► Small satellites have multiple applications such as commercial, military, and space science missions. Further development of micro-propulsion concepts is needed. In this dissertation, a micro-thrusters… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: drift-diffusion-approximation – electrothermal-thrusters – micro-propulsion – plasma – rarefied-gas

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Blanco, A. (2017). The Rarefied Gas Electro Jet (RGEJ) Micro-Thruster for Propulsion of Small Satellites. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0050292

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Blanco, Ariel. “The Rarefied Gas Electro Jet (RGEJ) Micro-Thruster for Propulsion of Small Satellites.” 2017. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0050292.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Blanco, Ariel. “The Rarefied Gas Electro Jet (RGEJ) Micro-Thruster for Propulsion of Small Satellites.” 2017. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Blanco A. The Rarefied Gas Electro Jet (RGEJ) Micro-Thruster for Propulsion of Small Satellites. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2017. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0050292.

Council of Science Editors:

Blanco A. The Rarefied Gas Electro Jet (RGEJ) Micro-Thruster for Propulsion of Small Satellites. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2017. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0050292

University of Florida

3. Soni, Jignesh Ghanshyamdas. Characterization of Plasma Actuator Based Microthruster Concepts for High Altitude Aircrafts and Cubesats.

Degree: PhD, Aerospace Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2014, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047503

► Growing interest in small satellites and high altitude gliders warrants development of suitable microthrusters to provide control authority. A feasibility study for a plasma actuator… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Dielectric materials; Electric fields; Electric potential; Electrodes; Electrons; Magnetic fields; Magnetism; Plasmas; Propellants; Thrusters; actuator – electric-propulsion – high-altitude – low-pressure – micronewton – microthruster – plasma – plasma-actuator – thrust-stand – thruster

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Soni, J. G. (2014). Characterization of Plasma Actuator Based Microthruster Concepts for High Altitude Aircrafts and Cubesats. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047503

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Soni, Jignesh Ghanshyamdas. “Characterization of Plasma Actuator Based Microthruster Concepts for High Altitude Aircrafts and Cubesats.” 2014. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047503.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Soni, Jignesh Ghanshyamdas. “Characterization of Plasma Actuator Based Microthruster Concepts for High Altitude Aircrafts and Cubesats.” 2014. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Soni JG. Characterization of Plasma Actuator Based Microthruster Concepts for High Altitude Aircrafts and Cubesats. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2014. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047503.

Council of Science Editors:

Soni JG. Characterization of Plasma Actuator Based Microthruster Concepts for High Altitude Aircrafts and Cubesats. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2014. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047503

University of Florida

4. Boniche, Israel. Silicon-Micromachined Thermoelectric Generators for Power Generation from Hot Gas Streams.

Degree: PhD, Electrical and Computer Engineering, 2010, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041166

► Silicon-Micromachined Thermoelectric Generators For Power Generation Using Hot Gas Streams The demand for long-lasting wireless electronic devices with increasing functionality has spurred research of alternative… (more)

▼ Silicon-Micromachined Thermoelectric Generators For Power Generation Using Hot Gas Streams The demand for long-lasting wireless electronic devices with increasing functionality has spurred research of alternative power sources to traditional batteries. Additionally, there is great interest for energy harvesting devices that can locally generate power for wireless sensor networks from ambient environmental energy. To this end, thermoelectric generators are attractive for their capability to directly convert heat energy into electrical energy, with no moving parts. As a result, they are silent, reliable, and require no maintenance. This dissertation focuses on the development and characterization of miniaturized radial thermoelectric generator systems to directly convert waste thermal energy from hot gas streams into electrical energy. For example, a hot gas line in an automobile or aircraft could be used for a self-powered wireless temperature sensor. Alternatively, a thermoelectric generator could be coupled with a small-scale heat engine or combustor for conversion of hydrocarbon fuels into electrical energy. In this dissertation, a radial thermoelectric generator configuration is investigated. The structure consists of coin-sized silicon-micromachined chip modules that, when stacked, form a cylindrical heat exchanger with finned surfaces on both the inner and outer sides. Hot exhaust gas flows through the finned central channel heating the inner surface, and outer annular fins keep the outer surfaces cool. This design readily accommodates hot gas flow, which overcomes one of the primary inadequacies of the typical parallel-plate thermoelectric module design. Each module consists of two thermally isolated concentric silicon rings connected by a thin polyimide membrane that supports radially oriented thin-film thermoelements. This radial device design was first modeled using analytic heat transfer and electrical models. Using PbTe semiconductor thermoelements, model predictions indicate reasonably high power outputs and power densities (e.g. 1.3 mW and 27 mW/cm³) could be expected from gas flows at 400 Celsius. To demonstrate the concept, micromachined generators consisting of thin-film metals (Au and Ni) were fabricated and tested. The 13-mm-diameter, 0.36-mm-thick (48 mm³) modules demonstrated 0.8 microWatts of power generation (power density of 17 microWatts/cm³) using a 195 Celsius hot gas stream. While limited, these results provide model validation and serve as a stepping-stone toward higher-performing modules using semiconductor thermoelements. ( en ) Advisors/Committee Members: Arnold, David (committee chair), Nishida, Toshikazu (committee member), Sheplak, Mark (committee member), Roy, Subrata (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Electric potential; Electrical resistivity; Gas temperature; Polyimides; Silicon; Temperature gradients; Temperature measurement; Temperature resistance; Thermocouples; Thin films; efficiency, energy, etching, exchanger, films, fins, gas, generators, gold, heat, hot, mems, metals, microelectromechanical, microfabrication, nickel, polyimide, polymer, power, resistance, seebeck, silicon, tcr, temperature, thermocouple, thermoelectric, thermoelements, thin, voltage

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APA (6^th Edition):

Boniche, I. (2010). Silicon-Micromachined Thermoelectric Generators for Power Generation from Hot Gas Streams. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041166

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Boniche, Israel. “Silicon-Micromachined Thermoelectric Generators for Power Generation from Hot Gas Streams.” 2010. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041166.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Boniche, Israel. “Silicon-Micromachined Thermoelectric Generators for Power Generation from Hot Gas Streams.” 2010. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Boniche I. Silicon-Micromachined Thermoelectric Generators for Power Generation from Hot Gas Streams. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2010. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041166.

Council of Science Editors:

Boniche I. Silicon-Micromachined Thermoelectric Generators for Power Generation from Hot Gas Streams. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2010. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041166

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5. Das Gupta, Arnob. Study of Turbulent Flow Control Using Serpentine Plasma Actuator.

Degree: PhD, Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2017, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0051415

► The current work involves the numerical study of plasma actuators and their applications for flow control. A parallel time explicit discontinuous Galerkin (DG) formulation suitable… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: discontinuous-galerkin – flow-control – iles – plasma-actuator – transitional-flow – turbulence

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Das Gupta, A. (2017). Study of Turbulent Flow Control Using Serpentine Plasma Actuator. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0051415

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Das Gupta, Arnob. “Study of Turbulent Flow Control Using Serpentine Plasma Actuator.” 2017. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0051415.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Das Gupta, Arnob. “Study of Turbulent Flow Control Using Serpentine Plasma Actuator.” 2017. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Das Gupta A. Study of Turbulent Flow Control Using Serpentine Plasma Actuator. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2017. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0051415.

Council of Science Editors:

Das Gupta A. Study of Turbulent Flow Control Using Serpentine Plasma Actuator. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2017. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0051415

University of Florida

6. Annamalai, Subramanian. Forces on Particles in Viscous Compressible Flows with Application to Explosive Dispersal and Acoustic Levitation.

Degree: PhD, Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2015, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047643

► Forces on spherical particles located in viscous compressible flows is of importance in many single phase and multiphase flows including volcanic eruptions and detonation of… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Amplitude; Detonation; Monopoles; Particle density; Simulations; Standing waves; Traveling waves; Velocity; Viscosity; Wavelengths; acoustic-levitation – bubbles – compressible – cylindrical – detonantion – drops – faxen – forces – inhomogeneous – instability – multiphase – particle-dispersal – particles – rayleigh-taylor – shock – viscous

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Annamalai, S. (2015). Forces on Particles in Viscous Compressible Flows with Application to Explosive Dispersal and Acoustic Levitation. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047643

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Annamalai, Subramanian. “Forces on Particles in Viscous Compressible Flows with Application to Explosive Dispersal and Acoustic Levitation.” 2015. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047643.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Annamalai, Subramanian. “Forces on Particles in Viscous Compressible Flows with Application to Explosive Dispersal and Acoustic Levitation.” 2015. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Annamalai S. Forces on Particles in Viscous Compressible Flows with Application to Explosive Dispersal and Acoustic Levitation. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2015. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047643.

Council of Science Editors:

Annamalai S. Forces on Particles in Viscous Compressible Flows with Application to Explosive Dispersal and Acoustic Levitation. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2015. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047643

University of Florida

7. Stachitas, Tucker. Evaluation of 3-D Radiant Heat Transfer in Street Canyons.

Degree: MS, Nuclear Engineering Sciences - Nuclear and Radiological Engineering, 2009, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041302

► In the aftermath of a domestic urban nuclear detonation, investigators will seek to determine all technical details related to the explosion. In doing so, it… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Body temperature; Canyons; Fireballs; Fluence; Geometric planes; Heat transfer; Integers; Subroutines; Surface temperature; Wall temperature

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Stachitas, T. (2009). Evaluation of 3-D Radiant Heat Transfer in Street Canyons. (Masters Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041302

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Stachitas, Tucker. “Evaluation of 3-D Radiant Heat Transfer in Street Canyons.” 2009. Masters Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041302.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Stachitas, Tucker. “Evaluation of 3-D Radiant Heat Transfer in Street Canyons.” 2009. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Stachitas T. Evaluation of 3-D Radiant Heat Transfer in Street Canyons. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Florida; 2009. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041302.

Council of Science Editors:

Stachitas T. Evaluation of 3-D Radiant Heat Transfer in Street Canyons. [Masters Thesis]. University of Florida; 2009. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041302

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8. Durscher, Ryan J. Characterization of Novel and Conventional Dielectric Barrier Discharge Actuators.

Degree: PhD, Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2012, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044988

► This document outlines efforts to improve upon the dielectric barrier discharge plasma actuator. These devices have been studied for use in various aerodynamic applications and… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Dielectric materials; Electric current; Electric fields; Electric potential; Electrodes; Momentum theory; Permittivity; Plasma jets; Plasmas; Velocity; actuator – dbd – plasma

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Durscher, R. J. (2012). Characterization of Novel and Conventional Dielectric Barrier Discharge Actuators. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044988

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Durscher, Ryan J. “Characterization of Novel and Conventional Dielectric Barrier Discharge Actuators.” 2012. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044988.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Durscher, Ryan J. “Characterization of Novel and Conventional Dielectric Barrier Discharge Actuators.” 2012. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Durscher RJ. Characterization of Novel and Conventional Dielectric Barrier Discharge Actuators. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2012. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044988.

Council of Science Editors:

Durscher RJ. Characterization of Novel and Conventional Dielectric Barrier Discharge Actuators. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2012. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044988

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9. Mankbadi, Mina R. Compressible Instability of Rapidly Expanding Spherical Material Interfaces.

Degree: PhD, Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2013, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045163

► The focus herein is on the instability of a material interface formed during an abrupt release of concentrated energy as in detonative combustion, explosive dispersals,… (more)

▼ The focus herein is on the instability of a material interface formed during an abrupt release of concentrated energy as in detonative combustion, explosive dispersals, and inertial-confinement fusion. These applications are modeled as a spherical shock-tube in which high-pressure gas initially contained in a small spherical shell is suddenly released. A forward-moving shock and an inward-moving secondary shock are formed, and between them a material interface develops that separates high-density fluid from the low-density one. The wrinkling of this interface controls mixing and energy release. The interface’s stability is studied with and without the inclusion of metalized particulates. A numerical scheme is developed to discretize the full nonlinear equations of the base flow, and the 3D linearized perturbed flow equations. Linearization is followed by spherical harmonic decomposition of the disturbances, thereby reducing the 3D computational domain to one-dimensional radial domain. The 3D physical nature of the disturbances is maintained throughout the procedure. An extended Roe-Pike scheme coupled with a WENO scheme is developed to capture the discontinuities and accurately predict the disturbances. In Chapter 2, the contact interface’s stability is analyzed in the inviscid single-phase. The disturbances grow exponentially and the growth rate is insensitive to the radial initial-disturbance profile. For wave numbers less than 100, the results are in accordance with previous theories but clarify that compressibility reduces the growth rate. Unlike the classical RTI, the growth rate reaches saturation at high wavenumbers. The parametric studies show that for specific ratios of initial pressure and temperature, the instability can be eliminated altogether. Chapter 3 discusses the full effects of viscosity and thermal diffusivity. Although Prandtl number effects are minimal, viscous effects dampen the high-wave numbers. For a given Reynolds number there is a peak wave number at which the disturbances are most amplified. In Chapter 4, the multiphase case with metalized particles is investigated. The quasi steady gas-particle interaction forces and heat transfer decelerate the contact interface and reduce its Atwood number, which results in reducing the growth of the interfacial instabilities. A parametric study of the multiphase instability is presented to assist in controlling the instability. ( en ) Advisors/Committee Members: Balachandar, Sivaramakrishnan (committee chair), Ukeiley, Lawrence S (committee member), Roy, Subrata (committee member), Wu, Chang-Yu (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Acceleration; Base flow; High pressure; Particle density; Radial velocity; Shock tubes; Shock waves; Spherical waves; Velocity; Viscosity; compressible – harmonic – icf – instability – multiphase – rayleigh-taylor – richtmyer-meshkov – shocktube – spherical

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Mankbadi, M. R. (2013). Compressible Instability of Rapidly Expanding Spherical Material Interfaces. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045163

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Mankbadi, Mina R. “Compressible Instability of Rapidly Expanding Spherical Material Interfaces.” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045163.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Mankbadi, Mina R. “Compressible Instability of Rapidly Expanding Spherical Material Interfaces.” 2013. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Mankbadi MR. Compressible Instability of Rapidly Expanding Spherical Material Interfaces. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2013. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045163.

Council of Science Editors:

Mankbadi MR. Compressible Instability of Rapidly Expanding Spherical Material Interfaces. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2013. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045163

University of Florida

10. Mastanaiah, Navya. Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) Surface Plasma Sterilization An In-Depth Study of the Factors Contributing to and Enhancing the Sterilization Process.

Degree: PhD, Aerospace Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2013, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045949

► Plasma sterilization is a method in which ionized gas is used to treat contaminated objects or surfaces. It can be divided into two regimes: volume… (more)

▼ Plasma sterilization is a method in which ionized gas is used to treat contaminated objects or surfaces. It can be divided into two regimes: volume and surface plasma sterilization. While a lot of research has been done in understanding the former, the latter is yet to be fully explored.The purpose of this study is to identify and understand the key contributors controlling the process of surface plasma sterilization under atmospheric conditions. This is accomplished by a two-pronged approach of parametric studies and mechanistic studies. The plasma used for the purpose of this study is known as dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma. Parametric studies help characterize the dependence of sterilization on DBD surface plasma generation parameters such as input power, operating pressure etc. In doing so,the energy flux introduced by plasma (J/cm2) has been identified as an intrinsic parameter for sterilization. A threshold plasma dose of approximately 285 J/cm2 is required for complete bacterial inactivation in the case of E. coli. The mechanism of the sterilization process is studied using diagnostic information measured in terms of spectroscopic signature,ozone concentrations and surface temperatures of the dielectric surface during plasma generation. Results from these studies imply that ozone plays a major role in the process of surface plasma sterilization. Isolating the role of temperature during plasma generation leads to the hypothesis that ozone and heat may play a synergistic role in the process of surface plasma sterilization. Additionally, the interaction of plasma with the microorganisms is visualized using both high resolution microscopy and fluorescence microscopy. In studying plasma interaction with biofilms, it is determined that cell types expressing a matrix-forming phenotype are more susceptible to plasma treatment as compared to cell types expressing a motile phenotype. This provides a valuable insight into the effect of plasma treatment on the cell biology. This dissertation demonstrates DBD surface plasma as a very effective sterilization method and identifies key control parameters and mechanisms. The understanding of such a technology will allow access to many life-critical medical technologies including self-sterilizing operating tables and food counters, and even portable sterilization kits for triage situations. ( en ) Advisors/Committee Members: Roy, Subrata (committee chair), Mei, Renwei (committee member), Hahn, David Worthington (committee member), Angelini, Thomas Ettor (committee member), Johnson, Judith A (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Dielectric materials; Electric potential; Electrodes; Narrative devices; Ozone; Plasma generators; Plasmas; Species; Sterilization; Surface temperature; barrier – dielectric – discharge – plasma – sterilization

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Mastanaiah, N. (2013). Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) Surface Plasma Sterilization An In-Depth Study of the Factors Contributing to and Enhancing the Sterilization Process. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045949

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Mastanaiah, Navya. “Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) Surface Plasma Sterilization An In-Depth Study of the Factors Contributing to and Enhancing the Sterilization Process.” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045949.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Mastanaiah, Navya. “Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) Surface Plasma Sterilization An In-Depth Study of the Factors Contributing to and Enhancing the Sterilization Process.” 2013. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Mastanaiah N. Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) Surface Plasma Sterilization An In-Depth Study of the Factors Contributing to and Enhancing the Sterilization Process. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2013. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045949.

Council of Science Editors:

Mastanaiah N. Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) Surface Plasma Sterilization An In-Depth Study of the Factors Contributing to and Enhancing the Sterilization Process. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2013. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045949

University of Florida

11. Gu, Pan. Development and Application of Microfluidic Valves.

Degree: PhD, Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2012, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044103

► Microfluidics has attracted the attention from a large number of researchers and is a promising technology in biotechnology, biomedical engineering to biochemistry. Comparing with microfluidic… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Annealing; Antibodies; Antigens; Elastomers; Flow regulators; Heaters; Immunoassay; Integrated circuits; Microchannels; Microfluidic devices; biomarkers – immunoassay – microfluidics – microvalves – pdms – polyurethane – tbi – thermoplastic

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Gu, P. (2012). Development and Application of Microfluidic Valves. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044103

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Gu, Pan. “Development and Application of Microfluidic Valves.” 2012. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044103.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Gu, Pan. “Development and Application of Microfluidic Valves.” 2012. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Gu P. Development and Application of Microfluidic Valves. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2012. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044103.

Council of Science Editors:

Gu P. Development and Application of Microfluidic Valves. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2012. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044103

University of Florida

12. Riherd, Paul M II. The Control of Boundary Layers and Channel Flows Using Plasma Actuators.

Degree: PhD, Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2013, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046263

► Dielectric barrier discharge actuators can be used to control boundary layer and channel flows. These actuators introduce a body force to the flow, adding momentum and vorticity… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Boundary layers; Channel flow; Geometry; Kinetic energy; Momentum; Plasma velocity; Plasmas; Serpentine; Simulations; Velocity distribution; boundary-layer – flow-control – plasma-actuator

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Riherd, P. M. I. (2013). The Control of Boundary Layers and Channel Flows Using Plasma Actuators. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046263

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Riherd, Paul M II. “The Control of Boundary Layers and Channel Flows Using Plasma Actuators.” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046263.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Riherd, Paul M II. “The Control of Boundary Layers and Channel Flows Using Plasma Actuators.” 2013. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Riherd PMI. The Control of Boundary Layers and Channel Flows Using Plasma Actuators. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2013. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046263.

Council of Science Editors:

Riherd PMI. The Control of Boundary Layers and Channel Flows Using Plasma Actuators. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2013. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046263

University of Florida

13. Fujimaru, Shuji. Optimization of Beam Painting for ELF/VLF Wave Generation at HAARP Using Time-of-Arrival Analysis.

Degree: PhD, Electrical and Computer Engineering, 2014, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046495

► This dissertation experimentally and theoretically investigates the generation of radio waves in the extremely low frequency (ELF, 3-3000 Hz) and very low frequency (VLF, 3-30… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Amplitude; Arc length; Azimuth; Bandwidth; Heating; Ionospherics; Paradise; Propagation delay; Signals; Wave generation; electromagnetics – elf – haarp – ionosphere – vlf

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Fujimaru, S. (2014). Optimization of Beam Painting for ELF/VLF Wave Generation at HAARP Using Time-of-Arrival Analysis. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046495

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Fujimaru, Shuji. “Optimization of Beam Painting for ELF/VLF Wave Generation at HAARP Using Time-of-Arrival Analysis.” 2014. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046495.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Fujimaru, Shuji. “Optimization of Beam Painting for ELF/VLF Wave Generation at HAARP Using Time-of-Arrival Analysis.” 2014. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Fujimaru S. Optimization of Beam Painting for ELF/VLF Wave Generation at HAARP Using Time-of-Arrival Analysis. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2014. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046495.

Council of Science Editors:

Fujimaru S. Optimization of Beam Painting for ELF/VLF Wave Generation at HAARP Using Time-of-Arrival Analysis. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2014. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046495

University of Florida

14. Inman, Matthew C. Molecular Dynamics as a Foundation for Flux Prediction through Nanoporous Membranes A Vectorized, Constraint-Free Approach to Conservative Simulations.

Degree: PhD, Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2014, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047105

► A novel, open-cathode direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC) has been designed and built by researchers at the University of North Florida and University of Florida.… (more)

▼ A novel, open-cathode direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC) has been designed and built by researchers at the University of North Florida and University of Florida. Foremost among the advances of this system over previous DMFC architectures is a passive water recovery system which allows product water to replenish that consumed at the anode. This is enabled by a specially-designed water pathway combined with a liquid barrier layer (LBL). The LBL membrane is positioned between the cathode catalyst layer and the cathode gas diffusion layer, and must exhibit high permeability and low diffusive resistance to both oxygen and water vapor, bulk hydrophobicity to hold back the product liquid water, and must remain electrically conductive. Maintaining water balance at optimum operating temperatures is problematic with the current LBL design, forcing the system to run at lower temperatures decreasing the overall system efficiency. This research presents a novel approach to nanoporous membrane design whereby flux of a given species is determined based upon the molecular properties of said species and those of the diffusing medium, the pore geometry, and the membrane thickness. A molecular dynamics (MD) model is developed for tracking Knudsen regime flows of a Lennard-Jones (LJ) fluid through an atomistic pore structure, hundreds of thousands of wall collision simulations are performed on the University of Florida HiPerGator supercomputer, and the generated trajectory information is used to develop number density and axial velocity profiles for use in a rigorous approach to total flux calculation absent in previously attempted MD models. Results are compared to other published approaches and diffusion data available in the literature. The impact of this study on various applications of membrane design is discussed and additional simulations and model improvements are outlined for future consideration. ( en ) Advisors/Committee Members: LEAR,WILLIAM E,JR (committee chair), ROY,SUBRATA (committee member), BRENNAN,ANTHONY B (committee member), CRISALLE,OSCAR DARDO (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Carbon; Carbon nanotubes; Conceptual lattices; Diameters; Diffusion coefficient; Modeling; Molecules; Simulations; Trajectories; Velocity; diffusion – dynamics – md – nanotubes – transport

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Inman, M. C. (2014). Molecular Dynamics as a Foundation for Flux Prediction through Nanoporous Membranes A Vectorized, Constraint-Free Approach to Conservative Simulations. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047105

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Inman, Matthew C. “Molecular Dynamics as a Foundation for Flux Prediction through Nanoporous Membranes A Vectorized, Constraint-Free Approach to Conservative Simulations.” 2014. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047105.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Inman, Matthew C. “Molecular Dynamics as a Foundation for Flux Prediction through Nanoporous Membranes A Vectorized, Constraint-Free Approach to Conservative Simulations.” 2014. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Inman MC. Molecular Dynamics as a Foundation for Flux Prediction through Nanoporous Membranes A Vectorized, Constraint-Free Approach to Conservative Simulations. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2014. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047105.

Council of Science Editors:

Inman MC. Molecular Dynamics as a Foundation for Flux Prediction through Nanoporous Membranes A Vectorized, Constraint-Free Approach to Conservative Simulations. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2014. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047105

University of Florida

15. Casanova, Joaquin. Electromagnetic System Design for Wireless Power.

Degree: PhD, Electrical and Computer Engineering, 2010, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041449

► Wireless communications technology has freed electronics from communication cables. The natural next step is to cut the last wire of portable wireless devices, the power… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Clouds; Electric current; Electric potential; Ferrites; Inductance; Magnetism; Microwaves; Rain; Skin; Transmitters

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Casanova, J. (2010). Electromagnetic System Design for Wireless Power. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041449

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Casanova, Joaquin. “Electromagnetic System Design for Wireless Power.” 2010. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041449.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Casanova, Joaquin. “Electromagnetic System Design for Wireless Power.” 2010. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Casanova J. Electromagnetic System Design for Wireless Power. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2010. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041449.

Council of Science Editors:

Casanova J. Electromagnetic System Design for Wireless Power. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2010. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041449

University of Florida

16. Wang, Chin-Cheng. Numerical Modeling of Microscale Plasma Actuators.

Degree: PhD, Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2009, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0024818

► We present the study of the dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma actuator for both macro and microscale applications. Such actuators create a stable glow discharge… (more)

▼ We present the study of the dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma actuator for both macro and microscale applications. Such actuators create a stable glow discharge at atmospheric pressures and generate cold plasmas and electrohydrodynamic (EHD) force that impart directed momentum to the surrounding fluid. There are phenomenological and physics based reduced order numerical models available for predicting these forces at macroscale. In microscale the physical model is not known. This research covers problems of two distinct spatial scales. At macroscale, we apply plasmas for mitigating heat transfer problem in gas turbines. Specifically, novel film cooling concepts of turbine blades are investigated using plasma discharge. A phenomenological approach is utilized for modeling the local body force generated by plasmas. An active three-dimensional plasma actuation is predicted for different cooling hole geometries. Such an approach utilizes the EHD force which attaches the cold jet to the work surface by actively altering the body force in the vicinity of an actuator. Results show above 100% improvement of film cooling effectiveness over the standard baseline design. Also at macroscale, we study the physics of plasma induced bulk flow control using first- principles based reduced order force model. We introduce two novel designs of horseshoe and serpentine actuators, and both designs have zero net mass flux (ZNMF). These actuators show active modification of the boundary layer thickness suitable for flow separation control and flow turbulization using the same actuator. The primary weakness of DBD actuators is the relatively small actuation effect as characterized by the induced flow velocity. To improve upon this weakness for high speed flow control, the microscale discharge may be a remedy for increasing electric force. We study the physics of microscale plasma actuation using the high-fidelity finite-element procedure which is anchored in a Multi-scale Ionized Gas (MIG) flow code. First, a two-dimensional volume discharge with nitrogen as working gas is investigated using a first-principles approach solving coupled system of hydrodynamic plasma equations and Poisson equation for ion density, electron density, and electric field distribution. The quasi-neutral plasma (Ni = Ne) region and the sheath (Ni > > Ne) region are identified. As one approaches the sheath edge, there is an abrupt drop in the charge difference and sharp increase in electric field strength. By decreasing the gap between electrodes, the sheath becomes dominant in the plasma region. Based on the simulation results, we have deeper insight into the microscale force generation mechanism through understanding the physics at microscale. Subsequently, we investigate a novel first generation micro plasma pump using the same microscale hydrodynamic plasma model. We find the average flow rate is around 28.5 ml/min for micro plasma pump. Such micro plasma pumps may become useful in a wide range of applications from microbiology to space exploration and… Advisors/Committee Members: Roy, Subrata (committee chair), Mei, Renwei (committee member), Hahn, David W. (committee member), Sinnott, Susan B. (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Electric potential; Electrodes; Electrons; Flow velocity; Horseshoes; Ions; Plasma velocity; Plasmas; Pumps; Simulations; actuator, bulk, computational, control, cooling, discharge, dynamics, electrohydrodynamic, element, film, finite, flow, fluid, heat, horseshoe, method, micropump, microscale, multiscale, plasma, serpentine, sheath, transfer

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Wang, C. (2009). Numerical Modeling of Microscale Plasma Actuators. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0024818

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Wang, Chin-Cheng. “Numerical Modeling of Microscale Plasma Actuators.” 2009. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0024818.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Wang, Chin-Cheng. “Numerical Modeling of Microscale Plasma Actuators.” 2009. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Wang C. Numerical Modeling of Microscale Plasma Actuators. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2009. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0024818.

Council of Science Editors:

Wang C. Numerical Modeling of Microscale Plasma Actuators. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2009. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0024818

University of Florida

17. Kanjilal, Virupaksha. Designing, Querying, Implementing, and Integrating Spatial Networks in Spatial Databases.

Degree: PhD, Computer Engineering - Computer and Information Science and Engineering, 2012, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044911

► Spatial networks like road networks, pipeline networks, transportation networks, and power network are being increasingly used in the fields of route planning, land use planning,… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Boundary points; Crossovers; Data models; Data types; Databases; Geometry; Grammar; Oracles; Spatial models; Spatial points; database – gis – implement – network – querying – represent – spatial

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Kanjilal, V. (2012). Designing, Querying, Implementing, and Integrating Spatial Networks in Spatial Databases. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044911

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Kanjilal, Virupaksha. “Designing, Querying, Implementing, and Integrating Spatial Networks in Spatial Databases.” 2012. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044911.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Kanjilal, Virupaksha. “Designing, Querying, Implementing, and Integrating Spatial Networks in Spatial Databases.” 2012. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Kanjilal V. Designing, Querying, Implementing, and Integrating Spatial Networks in Spatial Databases. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2012. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044911.

Council of Science Editors:

Kanjilal V. Designing, Querying, Implementing, and Integrating Spatial Networks in Spatial Databases. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2012. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044911

University of Florida

18. Zhao, Pengfei. Development and Characterization of Efficient Plasma Actuators.

Degree: PhD, Aerospace Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2015, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049559

► The objective of presented work is to conduct an in depth study for low power efficient plasma actuators for various applications. Compared to traditional DBD… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Cooling; Electric corona; Electric potential; Electrodes; Heaters; Plasmas; Rubber; Signals; Velocity; Velocity distribution; actuator – cooling – discharge – flow – plasma

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Zhao, P. (2015). Development and Characterization of Efficient Plasma Actuators. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049559

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Zhao, Pengfei. “Development and Characterization of Efficient Plasma Actuators.” 2015. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049559.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Zhao, Pengfei. “Development and Characterization of Efficient Plasma Actuators.” 2015. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Zhao P. Development and Characterization of Efficient Plasma Actuators. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2015. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049559.

Council of Science Editors:

Zhao P. Development and Characterization of Efficient Plasma Actuators. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2015. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049559

19. Zito, Justin. Investigation of Microscale Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma Devices.

Degree: PhD, Electrical and Computer Engineering, 2013, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045851

► This dissertation presents research performed on reduced-scale dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma actuators. A first generation of microscale DBD actuators are designed and manufactured using… (more)

▼ This dissertation presents research performed on reduced-scale dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma actuators. A first generation of microscale DBD actuators are designed and manufactured using polymeric dielectric layers, and successfully demonstrate operation at reduced scales. The actuators are 1 cm long and vary in width from tens of microns to several millimeters. A thin-film polymer or ceramic material is used as the dielectric barrier with thicknesses from 5 to 20 microns. The devices are characterized for their electrical, fluidic and mechanical performance. With electrical input of 5 kVpp, 1 kHz, the microscale DBD actuators induce a wall jet with velocity reaching up to 2 m/s and produce 3.5 mN/m of thrust, while consuming an average power of 20 W/m. A 5 mN/m plasma body force was observed,acting on the surrounding air. Failure of the microscale DBD actuators is investigated using thermal measurements of the dielectric surface in addition to both optical and scanning electron microscopy. The cause of device failure is identified as erosion of the dielectric surface due to collisions with ions from the discharge. A second generation of microscale actuators is then designed and manufactured using a more reliable dielectric material, namely silicon dioxide. These actuators demonstrate a significant improvement in device lifetime compared with first-generation microscale DBD actuators. The increase in actuator lifetime allowed the electrical,fluidic and mechanical characterization to be repeated over several input voltages and frequencies. At 7 kVpp, 1 kHz, the actuators with SiO2dielectric induced velocities up to 1.5 m/s and demonstrated 1.4 mN/m of thrust while consuming an average power of 41 W/m. The plasma body force reached up to2.5 mN/m. Depending on electrical input, the induced velocity and thrust span an order of magnitude in range. Comparisons are made with macroscale DBD actuators which relate the actuator’s output performance and power consumption with the mass and volume of the actuator design. The small size and of microscale DBD actuators reduces its weight and power requirements, making them attractive for portable or battery-powered applications (e.g., on UAVs). ( en ) Advisors/Committee Members: Arnold, David P (committee chair), Sheplak, Mark (committee member), Yoon, Yong Kyu (committee member), Roy, Subrata (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Dielectric materials; Electric potential; Electrodes; Geometry; Narrative devices; Plasmas; Polyimides; Thrust; Velocity; Velocity distribution; actuator – dbd – discharge – mems – microdischarge – microplasma – plasma

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Zito, J. (2013). Investigation of Microscale Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma Devices. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045851

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Zito, Justin. “Investigation of Microscale Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma Devices.” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045851.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Zito, Justin. “Investigation of Microscale Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma Devices.” 2013. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Zito J. Investigation of Microscale Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma Devices. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2013. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045851.

Council of Science Editors:

Zito J. Investigation of Microscale Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma Devices. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2013. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045851

University of Florida

20. Chinga, Raul A. Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) Plasma Sterilizer System Using RF Switch-Mode Power Amplifiers.

Degree: PhD, Electrical and Computer Engineering, 2013, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046246

Subjects/Keywords: Capacitance; Capacitors; Electric current; Electric potential; Electrodes; High voltages; Plasmas; Power amplifiers; Topology; Transformers; dbd; pa; plasma; sterilizer; switching

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Chinga, R. A. (2013). Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) Plasma Sterilizer System Using RF Switch-Mode Power Amplifiers. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046246

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Chinga, Raul A. “Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) Plasma Sterilizer System Using RF Switch-Mode Power Amplifiers.” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046246.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Chinga, Raul A. “Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) Plasma Sterilizer System Using RF Switch-Mode Power Amplifiers.” 2013. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Chinga RA. Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) Plasma Sterilizer System Using RF Switch-Mode Power Amplifiers. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2013. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046246.

Council of Science Editors:

Chinga RA. Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) Plasma Sterilizer System Using RF Switch-Mode Power Amplifiers. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2013. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046246

University of Florida

21. Houba, Tomas. Parallel 3-D Numerical Simulation of Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma Actuators.

Degree: PhD, Aerospace Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2016, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049614

Dielectric barrier discharge plasma actuators have shown promise in a range of applications Advisors/Committee Members: ROY,SUBRATA (committee chair), BALACHANDAR,SIVARAMAKRISHNAN (committee member), MONKHORST,HENDRIK J (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Dielectric materials; Electric fields; Electric potential; Electrodes; Electron energy; Electrons; Gas discharges; Plasmas; Simulations; Velocity; 0538 – 0548 – 0759

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Houba, T. (2016). Parallel 3-D Numerical Simulation of Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma Actuators. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049614

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Houba, Tomas. “Parallel 3-D Numerical Simulation of Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma Actuators.” 2016. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049614.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Houba, Tomas. “Parallel 3-D Numerical Simulation of Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma Actuators.” 2016. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Houba T. Parallel 3-D Numerical Simulation of Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma Actuators. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2016. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049614.

Council of Science Editors:

Houba T. Parallel 3-D Numerical Simulation of Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma Actuators. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2016. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049614

University of Florida

22. Bhatia, Ankush. Application of Parallel Time-Implicit Discontinuous Galerkin Finite Element Methods to Hypersonic Nonequilibrium Flow Problems.

Degree: PhD, Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2014, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046315

Discontinuous Galerkin (DG) methods are high-order accurate, compact-stencil Advisors/Committee Members: ROY,SUBRATA (committee chair), BALACHANDAR,SIVARAMAKRISHNAN (committee member), SINNOTT,SUSAN B (committee member), GOSSE,RYAN (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Boundary conditions; Boundary layers; Cylinders; Geometry; Heating; Hypersonic flow; Plasmas; Pyrolysis; Simulations; Stagnation point; discontinuous-galerkin – hypersonic-flow – thermal-ablation

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Bhatia, A. (2014). Application of Parallel Time-Implicit Discontinuous Galerkin Finite Element Methods to Hypersonic Nonequilibrium Flow Problems. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046315

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Bhatia, Ankush. “Application of Parallel Time-Implicit Discontinuous Galerkin Finite Element Methods to Hypersonic Nonequilibrium Flow Problems.” 2014. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed December 11, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046315.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Bhatia, Ankush. “Application of Parallel Time-Implicit Discontinuous Galerkin Finite Element Methods to Hypersonic Nonequilibrium Flow Problems.” 2014. Web. 11 Dec 2019.

Vancouver:

Bhatia A. Application of Parallel Time-Implicit Discontinuous Galerkin Finite Element Methods to Hypersonic Nonequilibrium Flow Problems. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2014. [cited 2019 Dec 11]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046315.

Council of Science Editors:

Bhatia A. Application of Parallel Time-Implicit Discontinuous Galerkin Finite Element Methods to Hypersonic Nonequilibrium Flow Problems. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2014. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046315

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