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    • A decoding-based fusion rule for cooperative spectrum sensing with nonorthogonal transmission of local decisions 

      Bokharaiee, Simin; Nguyen, Ha H; Shwedyk, Ed (2013-07-08)
      Abstract Cooperative spectrum sensing in cognitive radio (CR) networks is studied in which each CR performs energy detection to obtain a binary decision on the absence/presence of the ...
    • A discrete single server queue with Markovian arrivals and phase type group services 

      Alfa, Attahiru Sule; Dolhun, K. Laurie; Chakravarthy, S. (1995-1-1)
      We consider a single-server discrete queueing system in which arrivals occur according to a Markovian arrival process. Service is provided in groups of size no more than M customers. The service times are assumed to ...
    • A finite capacity queue with Markovian arrivals and two servers with group services 

      Chakravarthy, S.; Alfa, Attahiru Sule (1994-1-1)
      In this paper we consider a finite capacity queuing system in which arrivals are governed by a Markovian arrival process. The system is attended by two exponential servers, who offer services in groups of varying sizes. ...
    • A new diagnostic vestibular evoked response 

      Dastgheib, Zeinab A; Lithgow, Brian; Blakley, Brian; Moussavi, Zahra (2015-04-11)
      Abstract Objective To describe the development of a new clinically applicable method for assessing vestibular function in humans with particular application in Meniere’s ...
    • A QCT-Based Nonsegmentation Finite Element Head Model for Studying Traumatic Brain Injury 

      Liang, Zhaoyang; Luo, Yunhua (2015-1-29)
      In the existing finite element head models (FEHMs) that are constructed from medical images, head tissues are usually segmented into a number of components according to the interior anatomical structure of the head. Each ...
    • A Stand-Alone Magnetic Bubble Memory 

      Kinsner, W.; Joll, B. S. (1981-1-1)
    • Adhesive Testing Chamber Design for Optimizing Acoustic Honeycomb Core Composite Panels 

      Berke, Andrew; Dueck, Lionel; Golin, Erin; Lobana, Jashanpreet (2013-12-02)
      Composite honeycomb core sandwich panel structures that require acoustic dampening properties have an adhesive layer reticulated during panel manufacturing. Depending on core and adhesive material types, application of ...
    • Adjustable anti-scatter grid system for mammography tomosynthesis final report 

      Crawford, Graeme; Dueck, Nathan; Kirkbride-Taylor, Brian; Bull, Jordan (2012-06-11)
      Thirteen Engineering Co. (TEC) was tasked with developing a concept for an anti-scatter grid system that is compatible with mammography tomosynthesis machines, for CancerCare Manitoba (CCM). In the initial phases of the ...
    • AdjustableFiberglass Transformer Pad Mold 

      Couture, Nick; Drabchuk, Nick; Dyck, Andrea; Fedorchuk, Connor (2019-12-04)
      This design report provides an overview of the design process used by the U of M Team to develop a 2-dimensionl adjustable mold for Structural Composite Technologies’(SCT)custom transformer pad (T-Pad) production process. ...
    • AE2100 kitting cart design 

      Guerreiro, Patrick; Ramnath, Sundeep; Saggi, Mandeep; Grewal, Manpreet (2012-06-11)
      StandardAero’s AE2100 engine servicing facility is facing some issues in dealing with the handling of engine components. Engines are requiring greater levels of dismantling and the current carts used to store, track and ...
    • Aerial Lift Platform Design for Engine Testing Service 

      Biggs, Jessica; Borisov, Genadi; Halpin, Jared; Verwey, Cameron (2013-12-02)
      The ALPS (Aerial Lift Platform Specialists) were tasked with designing an aerial lift platform for the GLACIER facility in Thompson, Manitoba. This project consisted of three major phases: project definition, concept design, ...
    • Aircraft Skin Handling Device for Magellan Aerospace 

      Sandhu, Harjasdeep; Stephanson, Mitchell; Furlan, Jesse; Iwhewhe, Matthew (2017-12-06)
      Magellan Aerospace required a material handling device for composite aircraft skins to reduce the amount of damage that occurred during manual handling and operation by the operators. The damage that ...
    • Ambutech Joiner Operation Design 

      Hammad, Ahmed; McKay, Connor; McQuarrie, Curtis; Schappert, Anna (2016-12-07)
      Ambutechis a division of Melet Plastics Inc. which manufactures mobility canes. Ambutech provides their customerswitha custom product made ofaluminum, fiberglass, or graphite.Aluminum and graphitecanes make up 93.8% of ...
    • An Investigation into the Response of GFRP-Reinforced Glue-Laminated Tudor Arches 

      Alshurafa, S.; Alhayek, H.; Taheri, F. (2012-5-15)
      This paper presents the results of an experimental and computational investigation tailored to examine the response of glass fiber-reinforced-plastic-(GFRP-) reinforced glue-laminated curved beams and arches. The main ...
    • Analysis and Recommendation of Core Annealing Furnace Designs 

      Rabadia, Ketan; Gamble, Adam; Streuber, Gregg; Haruna, Issa (2013-12-02)
      The batch-process electric bell annealing furnace currently used by Carte International Inc. is outdated and is believed to be operating at below acceptable efficiency. The authors of this report have been contracted to ...
    • Analysis of air conditioning compressor mount to reduce noise, vibration and harshness 

      Fullante, Jasen; Fair, Matt; Newton, Dave; Strahl, Justin (2012-06-11)
      The purpose of this report is to design a solution originating in New Flyer Industries‟ Xcelsior bus line. The issue is excessive vibration and noise generated in the engine compartment caused by the air conditioning ...
    • Analysis of wind speed data and wind energy potential in three selected locations in south-east Nigeria 

      Oyedepo, Sunday O; Adaramola, Muyiwa S; Paul, Samuel S (2012-05-25)
      Abstract In this study, the wind speed characteristics and energy potential in three selected locations in the southeastern part of Nigeria were investigated using wind speed data that span between ...
    • Ankle-Foot Orthosis (AFO) Design 

      Hempel, Franzeska; Javed, Zafar; McKenzie, Chanelle; Wu, Misilyna (2016-12-07)
      The team was assigned to work with Anderson Orthopedics (AO), a private company specializing in the ability to provide patients with a customized ankle-foot orthosis (AFO). The main objective of the project was to optimize ...
    • Arthritic Hand-Finger Movement Similarity Measurements: Tolerance Near Set Approach 

      Henry, Christopher; Peters, James F. (2011-4-5)
      The problem considered in this paper is how to measure the degree of resemblance between nonarthritic and arthritic hand movements during rehabilitation exercise. The solution to this problem stems from recent work on a ...