Amorphous oxide semiconductor (AOS) thin film transistors (TFTs) based on In2O3 have attracted much interest for use as pixel switching elements in next generation active-matrix …
This two-part dissertation-thesis represents a compilation of interdisciplinary studies conducted between materials science and archaeology/cultural heritage as part of the Open Graduate Education Program at …
Calculations of thermodynamic and mechanical properties of defected or non-crystalline bulk structure simulations benefit from the level of accuracy permitted by density functional theory (DFT) …
Silicon is considered one of the promising anode materials owing to its exceptionally high specific capacity (4200 mAh/g) and relatively low discharge voltage (0.4 V). …
This thesis studies the development of piezoelectric thick films ( 5- 100 um) through a hybrid screen print - chemical solution method. The ceramic paste …
The 6000 series (Al-Mg-Si) aluminum alloys are relevant to the automotive industry due to their low density, good formability and cost-effectiveness relative to their 7000 …
Energy storage is a crucial aspect of integrating renewable energy sources in power grids, portable electronic devices and vehicle applications, making the development of efficient …
The increasing demand for materials that can perform at high temperatures beyond the capabilities of Ni-base superalloys has generated interest in refractory metal-based systems (Mo-based …