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Bakker, Tristan (author)To reduce greenhouse gas emissions in aviation, innovative propulsion systems such as battery-powered electric aviation are essential. These systems are carbon neutral when powered by 100% green electricity. However, widespread adoption requires overcoming challenges including improving energy density, lowering costs, and maintaining safe...master thesis 2024
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Rodriguez, Mateo (author)This thesis explores the potential of Type IV conformable compressed hydrogen pressure vessels to enhance the efficiency and performance of Urban Air Mobility (UAM) vehicles, specifically focusing on the Varuna EVTOL. The motivation for this research stems from the pressing need for sustainable and environmentally friendly propulsion systems in...master thesis 2024
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Hol, Joran (author)This thesis focused on designing and constructing a deoxygenation reactor through a modular experimental setup for Catalytic Hydrogen Combustion (CHC). The developed system aims to enhance hydrogen purification techniques. The setup enables testing various catalysts and conditions to remove oxygen down to 5 ppm in a hydrogen stream.<br/><br/>The...master thesis 2024
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de Vos, Kelly (author)At a dry bulk terminal, coal and iron ore are transported in the open air by conveyor belts and handled by large (mainly automated) equipment. The dry bulk material is rough and the equipment is installed in the harsh environment of the harbour. With vessels continuously being unloaded by quay cranes and outgoing vessels and trains being loaded,...master thesis 2024
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Eppenga, Sietse (author)The expansion of offshore wind farms in the North Sea has raised serious concerns about maritime safety, in particular the increased risk of collisions—or 'allisions'—where a ship adrift hits a stationary structure, such as a wind turbine. For Rijkswaterstaat, the executive agency of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management, managing...master thesis 2024
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van Dam, Femke (author)This thesis aims to design the future roles of human operators in an autonomous bus system in Autonomous Airside Operations at Schiphol Airport. The research was conducted in collaboration with Delft University of Technology and Royal Schiphol Group, focusing specifically on the implementation of autonomous buses for passenger transportation...master thesis 2024
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Lieverse, Kayleigh (author)Dependently-typed languages allow one to guarantee correctness of a program by providing formal proofs. The type checkers of such languages elaborate the user-friendly high-level surface language to a small and fully explicit core language. A lot of trust is put into this elaboration process, even though it is rarely verified. One such...master thesis 2024
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Revilla Llaca, Rodrigo (author)Accurate forecasts are essential for integrating wind energy into the power grid. With wind energy's growing role in the renewable mix, precise short-term generation forecasts are increasingly vital. Turbine-level forecasts are critical for optimal wind farm operation, control, and planning. However, the wind's unpredictability and the complex...master thesis 2024
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Wens, Anais (author)Mangrove ecosystems are dynamic environments that provide numerous ecological, economic, and societal benefits, such as shoreline protection, carbon sequestration, and flood protection. These ecosystems are exclusively found in tropical and subtropical regions and thrive at the interface of land and sea. Despite their many benefits, mangroves...master thesis 2024
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Boogers, Jasper (author)In Additive Manufacturing (AM), typically a trade-off exists between part quality and build time. Part orientation with respect to the print direction may significantly influence both. In this thesis, the consequences of part orientation on support volume requirements are studied. Build time, material consumption, and post-processing efforts are...master thesis 2024
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Touloujian, Hovsep (author)Rechargeable Lithium(Li)-Ion Batteries are a ubiquitous element of modern technology, as they pertain to efficient and sustainable energy storage for Electric Vehicles (EVs), as well as wind and solar farms. In the last decades, the production and design of such batteries and their adjacent embedded control, charging, and safety protocols,...master thesis 2024
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Schijvenaars, Sofie (author)Globally, coastal communities face increasing risks from climate-related hazards such as flooding, shoreline erosion, and salt intrusion. These hazards pose threats to both people and their environment, with extreme sea level events increasing these risks. Satellite altimetry allows for global observation of the sea level, reaching remote...master thesis 2024
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Nanni, Carolina (author)Decentralized drinking water production continues to face challenges in achieving acceptable standards for human consumption. This is mainly due to difficulty in developing treatments that can operate effectively in low-resource settings, either due to complications associated with providing the system in a decentralized context or overall...master thesis 2024
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Flieger, Lucy (author)Traditional methods of building with concrete are materially wasteful, highly polluting, and often structurally inefficient. The vast global consumption of concrete plays a large role in the construction industry’s negative effects on the environment, necessitating a significant change in the way we design and build with concrete. The fluid...master thesis 2024
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Termeer, Alef (author)In civil engineering, construction projects often involve assembling various components at different stages, creating interfaces where load transfer must be considered. This load transfer is governed by dowel action (reinforcement), mechanical interlock, adhesive bonding, and friction. Without reinforcement, most concrete interfaces are brittle...master thesis 2024
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Verkleij, Charlotte (author)Postwar neighbourhoods, designed in the 1950s and '60s with the wijkgedachte in mind, have developed into unattractive environments. These areas are now defined by monotonous apartment blocks surrounded by vast stretches of grass and car-focused infrastructure. As a result, the quality of life has declined. This graduation project researches how...master thesis 2024
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Foeken, Kiet (author)This study focuses on enhancing the performance and reliability of piezoelectric bistable vibration energy harvesters. The research systematically classifies and evaluates different design strategies, aiming to maximize power density through strategic stress manipulation. Five designs are selected for optimization using a finite element model...master thesis 2024
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van der Heijden, Joost (author)The loss of an upper limb significantly impacts an individual's life, directly affecting their ability to perform activities of daily living. Prosthetic devices play a crucial role in aiding amputees' rehabilitation in society, primarily driven by advancements in externally powered prostheses. Although prosthetic devices on the market offer...master thesis 2024
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Bakker, Maarten (author)To stay on track for the 1.5°C pathway of the Paris Agreement, an accelerated energy transition is essential. Efficient offshore energy infrastructure planning, incorporating novel methods, is crucial and requires transparent, industry-wide discussion. However, two main challenges emerge: (i) the often-overlooked integration of energy islands in...master thesis 2024