Tidal stream speeds in straits are accelerated because of geographic and bathymetric features. For instance, narrow channels and shallows can cause high tidal stream energy. In this study, water level and tidal current were simulated using a three-dimensional semi-implicit Eulerian-Lagrangian finite-element model to investigate the complex tidal characteristics in the Taiwan Strait and to deter...

Tidal energy has received considerable attention over the past decade due to its predictability and high power density. The research in tidal turbine area concentrated primarily on improvement of conversion efficiency. In contrast, testing turbine’s mechanical components less attention. particular, reliable operation rotary seals is crucial prevent water ingress into electrical components. This...

We examined ventilation and metabolism in four rat strains with variation in traits for body weight and/or blood pressure regulation. Sprague-Dawley [SD; 8 males (M), 8 females (F)], Brown Norway (BN; 10 M, 11 F), and Zucker (Z; 11 M, 12 F) rats were compared with Koletsky (K; 11 M, 11 F) rats. With the use of noninvasive plethysmography, frequency, tidal volume, minute ventilation (VE), O2 con...

Title of dissertation: QUALIFICATION OF METALLIZED OPTICAL FIBER CONNECTIONS FOR CHIP-LEVEL MEMS PACKAGING Michael Andrew Deeds, Doctor of Philosophy, 2004 Dissertation directed by: Associate Professor Peter Sandborn Department of Mechanical Engineering A MEMS-based Safety and Arming (S&A) device is being developed for the next generation of Navy torpedoes. The MEMS-based S&A consists of a high...