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Novel N-Type π-Conjugated Polymers for All-Polymer Solar Cell
(University of Waterloo, 2017-09-27)Organic solar cells (OSCs), also known as, organic photovoltaics (OPVs), appear as a promising technology for renewable energy owing to their light weight, great flexibility and low-cost fabrication process. So far most ... -
Novel Nano-Structured Silicon and Co3O4 Materials as Anode for High-Performance Lithium Ion Batteries
(University of Waterloo, 2014-04-29)Lithium ion batteries (LIBs) play an essential role in modern life. Although relatively unknown throughout past decades, LIBs have supplanted several categories of chemically rechargeable batteries including lead-acid, ... -
Novel Neural Network Repair Methods for Data Privacy and Individual Fairness
(University of Waterloo, 2021-08-03)Machine learning is increasingly becoming critical to the decisions that control our lives. As these predictive models advance toward ubiquity, the demand for models that are trustworthy, fair, and preserve privacy becomes ... -
Novel Paradigms in Physics-Based Animation: Pointwise Divergence-Free Fluid Advection and Mixed-Dimensional Elastic Object Simulation
(University of Waterloo, 2021-10-01)This thesis explores important but so far less studied aspects of physics-based animation: a simulation method for mixed-dimensional and/or non-manifold elastic objects, and a pointwise divergence-free velocity interpolation ... -
Novel pH-responsive hybrid peptide block copolymers for intracellular delivery applications
(University of Waterloo, 2010-12-23)The creation of novel polymeric materials remains a vital field, particularly for potential applications in drug and gene delivery. The synthesis of these materials is important, as well as a clear understanding of the ... -
Novel photo-detector architectures for high-energy radiation imaging applications
(University of Waterloo, 2023-10-18)This work is an investigation of amorphous Selenium (a-Se) based semiconductor detectors for high-energy radiation imaging applications. The work focuses on enhancing the detection efficiency of a-Se while maintaining ... -
Novel Planar Microstrip and Dielectric Resonator Filters
(University of Waterloo, 2007-04-12)Microwave filters possessing various forms are essential components in radar, satellite, and mobile communication systems. Increased demands for low-loss, miniature filters that can be mass produced at low cost have provided ... -
Novel Planning and Market Models for Energy Storage Systems in Smart Grids
(University of Waterloo, 2014-09-17)The increasing deployment of distributed generation, especially renewable-based due to feed-in-tariff programs, has led to a revolution in the use of distribution systems and the emergence of smart-grid concepts. Smart ... -
Novel Polymer Electrolyte Nano-Composite Membranes for Fuel Cell Applications
(University of Waterloo, 2015-01-06)Fuel cells are electrochemical devices which have been established to lead in the transition to clean energy technology and will become the energy efficient power source of the future. Among all the fuel cell systems, anion ... -
A Novel Power-Scalable Wideband Power Amplifier Linearization Technique
(University of Waterloo, 2019-08-29)Global mobile traffic is expected to continue to increase at an astonishing rate in the future, due to the ever-increasing number of mobile phone subscribers and the adoption of smart devices which generate significantly ... -
Novel Predistortion System for 4G/5G Small-Cell and Wideband Transmitters
(University of Waterloo, 2020-12-15)To meet the growing demand for mobile data, various technologies are being introduced to wireless networks to increase system capacity. On one hand, large number of small-cell base stations are adopted to serve the reduced ... -
Novel Quadruple-mode, Dual-mode and Dual-band Dielectric Resonator Filters and Multiplexers
(University of Waterloo, 2009-08-26)Dielectric resonators offer high-Q (low loss) characteristics which make them ideal for filters with narrow bandwidth and low insertion loss specifications. They are mainly used in satellite and wireless system applications. ... -
Novel radiation sensors based on bio/nanomaterials
(University of Waterloo, 2013-09-03)X-ray sensors are essential to many applications which are not limited to diagnostics and imaging technologies. Such sensors are extensively used in industry, medicine, research and space technology for applications such ... -
A Novel Real Time Charging Approach for Electric Vehicles in Smart Grids
(University of Waterloo, 2017-12-19)Integration of renewable energy sources (RES) into electric grids comes with significant challenges. The produced energy from renewable sources such as wind and solar is intermittent, non-dispatchable, and uncertain. The ... -
A Novel Retro-directive Phased Array Antenna Architecture
(University of Waterloo, 2018-12-21)Mobile wireless communication scenarios can range from a simple indoor WiFi link to a satellite internet connection to an airplane. Virtually in all scenarios, dynamic changes in the propagation environment or the movement ... -
Novel RF MEMS Varactors Realized in Standard MEMS and CMOS Processes
(University of Waterloo, 2007-12-21)Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) varactors have the potential to replace conventional varactor diodes, due to their high loss and non-linearity, in many applications such as phase shifters, oscillators, and tunable ... -
Novel Secret Sharing and Commitment Schemes for Cryptographic Applications
(University of Waterloo, 2012-08-15)In the second chapter, the notion of a social secret sharing (SSS) scheme is introduced in which shares are allocated based on a player's reputation and the way she interacts with other parties. In other words, this scheme ... -
Novel Semi-Active Suspension with Tunable Stiffness and Damping Characteristics
(University of Waterloo, 2013-01-15)For the past several decades there have been many attempts to improve suspension performance due to its importance within vehicle dynamics. The suspension system main functions are to connect the chassis to the ground, ... -
A Novel Sensorless Support Vector Regression Based Multi-Stage Algorithm to Track the Maximum Power Point for Photovoltaic Systems
(University of Waterloo, 2012-06-08)Solar energy is the energy derived from the sun through the form of solar radiation. Solar powered electrical generation relies on photovoltaic (PV) systems and heat engines. These two technologies are widely used today ... -
Novel SiCNW-Si/SiOₓ-graphite based composite anode materials for Li-ion battery
(University of Waterloo, 2018-08-16)Over the past years, the extensive use of graphite as an anode material in a Li-ion battery (LIB) led to its commercialization and use as the standard anode material in a LIB. The use of graphite as an anode material in ...