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van Silfhout, Niels (author)Tin/lead (Sn/Pb) iodide perovskites (PVKs) have emerged as promising absorber layer materials for high-efficiency tandem solar cells due to their low cost, high light absorption coefficients, and narrow band gaps. However, current solvent-based synthesis techniques offer poor scalability, in turn hindering commercialization.<br/><br/>This study...master thesis 2024
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León González, Gonzalo (author)Electronic interfaces, particularly microelectrode arrays (MEAs), are crucial for studying electrophysiological processes in the body, with applications ranging from implants to deep brain simulators. In neuroscience, they play a vital role in exploring neuronal cell distribution and behaviour, as well as disorders like epilepsy and Alzheimer’s...master thesis 2024
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Baaij, Thomas (author)This thesis report contains two papers. The first paper is a literature study on mechanisms, smart actuated materials and controllable joints. In this paper, several smart materials are identified and it is discussed how they can be embedded in different mechanisms. From this paper, it is concluded that fast-response smart material twisting...master thesis 2024
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Tang, Justine (author)The present study was designed to gain a deeper understanding of RTI control and Supply Chain Coordination, with a specific focus on the practical challenges experienced in the reverse logistics by asset-owner and asset-users. A case study at EPS - an RTI owner - is performed and a practical problem has been addressed with a design science and...master thesis 2023
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Ulyanov, Boris (author)Liquid crystalline polymers have recently attracted attention for their great tensile properties. However, their interlaminar fracture toughness is low. To solve this, toughening approaches inspired by Nature are applied, exploiting the shaping freedom of fused deposition modelling. Three approaches are studied: the matchstick approach, z...master thesis 2023
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Ashokkumar, Kartik (author)The advancements in the field of e-mobility today far outpace all prior projections, and the rate of progress is quick. Due to their high power density and energy density, Lithium-Ion Batteries (LIBs) have grown to be an increasingly appealing alternative for use in electric vehicles. However, over extended use, these batteries frequently...master thesis 2023
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Kunati, Nikhil (author)The primary objective of this study was to address the lack of understanding of the commercial- scale implementation of novel CO2 based carbon nanomaterial (CNM) production and its comparison with status quo CNM production processes using unsustainable fossil resources. To accomplish this objective, first, a literature review was performed on...master thesis 2023
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van Zee, Tim (author)Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) is a powerful non-destructive molecule identification technique. The technique is made viable by the enhancement of the Raman effect which is caused by metallic nanoparticle (MNP) structures. A fabrication method that can manufacture highly consistent SERS substrates is important. Aerosol Direct Write ...master thesis 2023
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Wanjari, Pratyush (author)This research aimed to enhance and quantify the wettability and water affinity of Expancel microparticles which generally demonstrates a lack of affinity with water. To enhance their water affinity, hydrophilic coatings like SiO2 and TiO2 were deposited onto the microparticles using atomic layer deposition (ALD). Various experimental techniques...master thesis 2023
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Singh, Dilpreet (author)The hot-filament chemical vapor deposition (HF-CVD) method is widely used for the synthesis of thin films of polycrystalline diamond. These films are used in a broad range of applications, such as coating material on cutting tools, heat spreaders, and electrochemical sensors. HF-CVD offers some unique advantages in terms of simplicity, low...master thesis 2023
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Flatin, Simon (author)"Arctic Symphony" is an exploration into the intersection of architecture, music, dance, and the temporal dimensions of the Arctic landscape. This project, originally started as a graduation project, transcends traditional architecture by embracing the ever-changing dynamics of the Arctic environment and human interaction.<br/><br/>At the core...master thesis 2023
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Rice, Samantha (author)Numerous advancements have been made in transparent electrode technologies that can complement optogenetics and imaging modalities. However, several obstacles restrict the design and material of electrode devices, including the required flexibility, transparency, low impedance, high charge storage<br/>capacity (CSC), and high charge injection...master thesis 2023
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IJssel de Schepper, Stijn (author)Unlike conventional actuators, unimorph bending cantilever actuators rely on deformation of bulk material, and therefore require no complex mechanisms or moving components. This allows for simple fabrication, and makes them suitable for miniaturisation. This enables various applications not feasible or practical with conventional actuators,...master thesis 2022
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Tregnago, Chiara Lucia (author)Recent advancements in the field of nanotechnology have proven to offer viable alternatives for energy production, transport, and storage. As far as thermal energy is concerned, nanofluids have emerged as a novel method to enhance heat transfer. Indeed, nanofluids exhibit superior thermal capabilities, which may be able to meet the requirement...master thesis 2022
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van der Zalm, Joost (author)One of the main components used in superconducting quantum chips is the Josephson junction. Currently when fabricating Josephson junctions, the resistance uniformity at wafer-scale is not optimal. It is also known that an annealing process can alter the junction resistance and with it the qubit frequency. However, laser annealing has only shown...master thesis 2022
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Grosfeld, Jakob (author)Plastic pollution and accumulation in the riverine environment is of increasing concern. While most research focuses on microplastic contamination, the dynamics of macrolitter remain largely unknown. Large scale riverbank monitoring initiatives in the Netherlands reveal that macrolitter hotspots occur at several locations. Unfortunately, current...master thesis 2022
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van Driel, Tim (author)In this design study a new design is proposed for an in situ surface inspection tool that can rapidly detect micrometer sized water droplets on a silicon wafer. This surface inspection tool is part of a proposed redesign of the thermal conditioning stage of VDL-ETGs atmospheric wafer handler. A meticulous requirements study was performed, and...master thesis 2022
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Cortes Chitiva, Camilo (author)During the last years, large improvements in the efficiency on the CIGS technology have been achieved, making them excellent candidates as bottom cells for double junction tandem devices. This improvement is a result of the implementation of post deposition treatments (PDT) using alkali-metal fluorides. These alkalies prove to enhance the...master thesis 2021
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van Loo, Marijn (author)Excessive nitrogen deposition from anthropogenic emissions has a global impact on natural biodiversity. While aviation emissions have been studied in the context of climate change and air quality, this is not true for nitrogen deposition. Meanwhile the growth of the aviation industry is likely to increase the relative contribution of aviation...master thesis 2021
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Qin, Guangze (author)Colloidal fouling has attracted increasing interest in the membrane field. Oil and water (O/W) emulsion droplet and Extracellular polymeric substance (EPS) are significant colloids in produced water and surface water, respectively. Oily wastewater is produced in many industrial processes such as oil and gas extraction processes, and can take a...master thesis 2021