This thesis presents a research attempt at finding out a viable retrofit system design for cable median barriers using reclaimed tires. Finite element analysis was used t[...]

Electric Vehicles (EVs) stand at the forefront of decarbonization initiatives in the United States. State, federal, and utility incentives play a pivotal role in establis[...]

High-strength fiber reinforced woven fabrics are broadly utilized for their high strength-to-weight ratios and good flexibility to provide ballistic protection in securit[...]

This study investigates the impact of sporting events in Charlotte, North Carolina on local economic activity. A formal analysis of the effect these events have on local [...]

In wound irrigation, the surface pressure at the wound is critical. Correct pressure ensures removal of bacteria and foreign debris without further tissue damage. Surface[...]

The "Urban Stream Syndrome" is a term that refers to a group of predictable negative impacts to stream ecosystems due to the alteration of the natural hydrologic regime t[...]

COVID-19 is a viral infectious disease that first occurred in Wuhan, China in December 2019 and by March 2020, it was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization[...]

Bighorn sheep (Ovis canadensis) is known for its giant spiral horns that can sustain impact loading at a speed up to 5.5 m/s during ramming without causing severe damage [...]

From the year 2000 to the year 2010, the total population in the United States increased by 12.1%. About ~80% of the total population resides in the urban areas. The grow[...]

Trauma-informed care (TIC) has been the subject of numerous scholarly studies in various contexts for nearly four decades. Thus, TIC practices have been shown to reduce e[...]