Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University provides access to master’s theses submitted since 1988.
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Each Daytona Beach master’s degree candidate is required to submit a copy of his or her master’s thesis to the Hunt Library in electronic and print formats. The electronic version of the thesis will be uploaded to Scholarly Commons. For more information on submitting a master’s thesis, please consult Thesis Binding and Submission Process.
Since the inception of Scholarly Commons, requests by researchers from other institutions (academic, commercial, military, and government) to read our graduate research theses have grown tremendously, and continue to increase every semester. To meet this demand, ERAU began offering our entire Master’s Theses collection as open access in December 2016.
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Theses - Daytona Beach from 2014
Extreme Value Analysis of Rainfall Events Over the Kennedy Space Center Complex, Adam David Schnapp
3D Aerodynamic Optimization of NREL VI Wind Turbine Blade for Increased Power Output and Visualization of Flow Characteristics, Tsewang Rabga Shrestha
Performance Improvement through Velocity Triangle Optimization-Driven Redesign for Mitigating the Horseshoe Vortex in Axial Turbines, Vladislav Shulman
Development, Analysis, and Comparison of Electromechanical Properties and Electrode Morphology of Ionic Polymer Metal Composites, Balaji Sivasubramanian
A Comparative Study of the Low Speed Performance of Two Fixed Planforms versus a Variable Geometry Planform for a Supersonic Business Jet, Aaron C. Smelsky
Axial Compressor Design with Counter-Rotation and Variable RPM for Stall Mitigation, Madhur Tiwari
Characterization of Electron Number Density of Rocket Exhaust Plumes Through Microwave Transmissions, Jorge Torres
Unsteady Viscous Cavity Flow Using Computational Fluid Dynamics, Chandramouli Vadlamudi
Pathology and Motivation in Players of Grand Theft Auto IV, Christopher Michael Via
The Effects of Rewards on the Ability of an Autonomous UAV Controlled by a Reinforcement Learning Agent to Accomplish a Target Localization Task, Hemali Dinesh Virani
Incoherent Scatter Radar Observations of Dynamic Ion Composition Changes at High Latitudes during Geomagnetic Storms, Bryan C. Wright
Reduction of Secondary Flow Losses in a Turbine for Use in Man-Portable Power Generation, Andrew J. Yatsko
Theses - Daytona Beach from 2013
Geometric and Pattern Recognition Combined Algorithms Applied to Digital Image Processing in Aerial Search and Rescue Applications, Jamil Efren Anaguano Correa
An Ergonomic Evaluation of Aircraft Pilot Seats, Yolanda Nicole Andrade
Robust Image-Based Visual Servo Control of an Uncertain Missile Airframe, Murat Tunca Aygun
Hydrodynamic Impact Analysis and Testing of an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle, Isabel Bird
The Effects of Angle-of-Attack Indication on Aircraft Control in the Event of an Airspeed Indicator Malfunction, Claas Tido Boesser
Analysis of Fatal General Aviation Accidents Occurring from Loss of Control on Approach and Landing, Brittnee Nicholle Branham
Auroral Ion Upflows: Sources, High Altitude Dynamics, and Neutral Wind Effects, Meghan R. Burleigh
Mapping Automotive Like Controls to a General Aviation Aircraft, Christopher G. Carvalho
Comparison of Voice and Text ATC Communications in the Cockpit for ESL Pilots, Shannon Marie Cummings
Estimation of Real-Time Runway Surface Contamination Using Flight Data Recorder Parameters, Donovan C. Curry
A Novel Resistance Exercise Machine for Use in a Lower Body Negative Pressure Box to Counteract the Effects of Weightlessness, Christine M. Dailey
Effective CFD Integration into Product Development and Validation of Wind Tunnel Data for Transonic Launch Vehicle, Miraj Mukesh Desai
A Descriptive Analysis of Public Comments Submitted in Response to Notice of Proposed Rules on Air Carrier Pilot Qualification, Amy Chaffee Doolittle
Mapping of the Quasi-periodic Oscillations at the Flank Magnetopause into the Ionosphere, Emily R. Dougal
Investigation of a Lagrangian-point Propellant Depot Rendezvous Approach for an Interplanetary Mission to Mars, Joshua W. Ehrlich
Investigation of Grid Adaptation to Reduce Computational Efforts for a 2-D Hydrogen-Fueled Dual-Mode Scramjet, Kam Keong Foo
Investigation of Videogame Flow: Effects of Expertise and Challenge, Jolie G. Gascon
Analyzing Communication Performance: A Comparison of Native-English Speakers and Non-Native English Speakers, Tami Marie Gibbs
Moral Development in the Military: The Efficacy of ROTC Morality Training at the Sophomore Level, Paul A. Gillett
The Effects of Acute Psychosocial Stress on Cognitive Performance, Anne I.S. Gray
Estimating Cell Capacity for Multi-Cell Electrical Energy System, Iman Ahari Hashemi
Controllability of Open Quantum Optical Systems: Photon Fock States in a Cavity, Byron Henry Lowry
Molecular Dynamics Model of Carbon Nanotubes in EPON 862/DETDA Polymer, Guttormur Arnar Ingvason
A Naturalistic Study of Long-term Working Memory Capacity for Meaningful Visual and Auditory Stimuli, Joseph M. Jaworski
Comparison of Three Angle of Attack (AOA) Indicators: A Usability Study, Camilo Jimenez
Spatial Cognition Differences between Men and Women in Spatial Cue Environments during Flight Simulation, Heidi Crystal Kim
A 3-D Model of the Auroral Ionosphere, Yishi Lee
Time Perception during Retrospective and Prospective Paradigms with a Distraction, Kristi L. Lontz
Performance Analysis Of Non-Linear Adaptive Control Laws Using Hardware in the Loop of an Unmanned Aerial System, Brendon Lyons
Attitude Dynamics of Debris Resulting From Upper Stage Fragmentation in Low Earth Orbit, Killian Marie
Incorporating Industry Needs into the Development of an Undergraduate Degree in Commercial Space Operations, Yash Bipinchandra Mehta
Numerical Modeling of Anti-Icing Using an Array of Heated Synthetic Jets, Nikisha Maria Nagappan
Observability and Confidence of Stability and Control Derivatives Determined in Real Time, Alfonso Noriega
Computing Radiation Exchange, Jonathan L. Nutzati Fontaine
Creating Standards Compliant Biodiesel Production Capability Using Waste Peanut Oil at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Jintana Nina Phanthanousy
Reduction of Near-Field Grating Lobes in Sparse Acoustic Phased Arrays, Dylan Rudolph
Investigation into the Effects of Wire Mesh on Tensile and Impact Properties of Fiber Metal Laminates, Shivani A. Rudradat
An Investigation to Advance the Technology Readiness Level of the Centaur Derived On-orbit Propellant Storage and Transfer System, Nathan L. Silvernail
Development of a Hybrid Vehicle Powertrain Test Laboratory, Bennet Samuel Soundarraj
Pre-exposure Training as a Means to Reduce Vection Induced Symptoms of Motion Sickness, Nicholas James Stapleton
Effects of Pack Weight on Endurance of Long-distance Hikers, Anthony T. Thomas
Preliminary Design of Blade and Disc Fixing for Aerospace Application using Multi-Disciplinary Approach, Abdulhalim Twahir
Fluid-structure Interaction and Multidisciplinary Design Analysis Optimization of Composite Wind Turbine Blade, Naishadh G. Vasjaliya
Investigation of Pulse Detonation Engines; Theory, Design and Analysis, Jeff Vizcaino
Numerical Analysis and Theory of Oblique Alfvenic Solitons Observed in the Interplanetary Magnetic Field, Harry Raphael Wheeler IV
Measuring Acoustic Attenuation of Polymer Materials Using Drop Ball Test, Yi Zhang
Theses - Daytona Beach from 2012
Debris Propagation due to a Space Vehicle Breakup at High Altitudes, Juan A. Alvarado
The Effect of Cockpit Noise on the Temporary Threshold Shift of Cessna 172SP Flight Instructors, Andrew Robert Bellini
An Experimental Investigation of GLARE and Restructured Fiber Metal Laminates, Adelina Vanessa Benedict
High-Fidelity Modeling of Airfoil Interaction with Upstream Turbulence, Jacob Brodnick
The Effects of Energy Beverages in Counteracting the Symptoms of Mild Hypoxia at Legal General Aviation Altitudes, Daniel Mark Bull
Implementation of Microwave Transmissions for Rocket Exhaust Plume Diagnostics, Nicholas George Coutu
E-learning in Multi-cultural Environments: An Analysis of Online Cabin Crew Training, Jose Felix de Brito Neto
Analysis of the Impact of Scenario-Based Training on the Aeronautical Decision Making of Collegiate Flight Students, Mariko Genevieve Doskow
Identification and Classification of Stratospheric Sudden Warming Events, Thomas S. Ehrmann
Design and Implementation of the Kinect Controlled Electro-Mechanical Skeleton (K.C.E.M.S), Jason Richard Ekelmann
The Effects of Feedback Delivery Mechanisms on Employee Engagement Participation, Augusto Espinosa
Evaluating Dynamic ‘Landing Gear Unsafe’ Auditory Alerts as a Defense Against Habituation, Vincenzo Fasano
Low-Cost Flight Test Telemetry Systems, Mario Noriega Fogliani
Determining Kanban Size Using Mathematical Programming and Discrete Event Simulation for a Manufacturing System with Large Production Variability, Abigail Michele Gaston
Level of Agreement in the Mental Models of Human Factors Practitioners and Systems Engineers Working in Collaborative Teams, Jerry A. Gordon
Development of a Supervisory Control Unit for a Series Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle, Brian Neal Harries
Analysis of the Effects of Hypoxia on Cognitive Processing Ability, Meaghan Catherine Hart
Background Factors That Affect Pilot Success in Regional Airline Training, Derek Alan Herchko
Naturalistic Study Examining the Data/Frame Model of Sensemaking by Assessing Experts in Complex, Time-Pressured Aviation Domains, Katherine P. Kaste
The Effect on Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Reporting Culture from Implementing an Aviation Safety Action Program, Robert Blake Kelly
The Development of a Force Balance for Testing Micro Aerial Vehicles, Michael Christopher King
Structural Damage Classification using Support Vector Machines, Xiang Li
The Effect of Control and Display Lag on UAS Internal Pilot Manual Landing Performance, Marshall Everett Lloyd
Quality and Quantity of Sleep Study and its Relationship to the Performance of LPGA Tour Players, Maria Elena Lopez
Assessing Color Discrimination, Joshua R. Maxwell
Novel Airframe Design for the Dual-Aircraft Atmospheric Platform Flight Concept, Eric Michael McKee
Social Facilitation and Test Anxiety in Flight Simulation Training, Heidi Manijeh Mehrzad
Identifying Signatures of Plasma Waves and Reconnection Associated with Kelvin-Helmholtz Activity, Thomas Wesley Moore
The Engineering Process for the Design of a Motorcycle Chassis and Suspension, Derek J. Noce
Ranging of Aircraft Using Wide-baseline Stereopsis, Kevin Todd Rigby
Facility Implementation, Production, and Use of Biodiesel on a University Campus, Michelle Erin Rodio
The Effects of Different Optokinetic Drum Rotation Speeds on Motion Sickness Symptoms, Cognitive Performance and Sleep Amount, Wilfredo Rodríguez-Jiménez
Design and Optimization of a Deflagration to Detonation Transition (DDT) Section, Francisco X. Romo
An Evaluation of RTA Symbols to Improve Pilot Situation Awareness, Erik D. Schmidt
Spacecraft and Propulsion Technician Error, Daniel Clyde Schultz
Neural Network Fatigue Life Prediction in Steel I-Beams Using Mathematically Modeled Acoustic Emission Data, Prathikshen Nambiar Selvadorai
