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Number of items at this level: **157**.

## A

Abderrahim, Mohamed
(1996)
[*Modelling of robotic manipulators.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2151/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Abdiwi, Farag Abdussalm Ali
(2013)
[*Characterisation and modelling of the shear-tension coupling and variability of woven engineering fabrics.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/4246/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Ahmadi, Masoud 
(2024)
[*Modelling piezoresistive behaviour in finitely deformed elastomeric composites.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/84772/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Ahmed, Asam Mohamed Fiaez
(2024)
[*Modelling and optimization of waste-to-energy developments for Net Zero Energy Buildings (NZEBs).*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/84297/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Akwu-Ude, Allen Ude
(2019)
[*Water footprint in algaculture for advanced biofuels and high value products.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/81340/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Al-Budairi, Hassan Dakhil
(2012)
[*Design and analysis of ultrasonic horns operating in longitudinal and torsional vibration.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/3851/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Al-Kayiem, Ali Abbas Hameed
(2017)
[*Investigation of travelling-wave thermoacoustic engines with different configurations.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/8565/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Al-Sarraf, Ziad Shakeeb
(2013)
[*A study of ultrasonic metal welding.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/4375/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Al-Waaly, Ahmed
(2015)
[*The effect of heat transfer on temperature measurement and it’s applications to study microchannel heat sinks.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6781/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Ali, Imran
(2010)
[*Spacecraft nonlinear attitude control with bounded control input.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1717/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Ali, Mehmood
(2015)
[*Enhancing oil extraction processes for flaxseed and microalgae.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6970/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Alsayednoor, Jafar
(2013)
[*Modelling and characterisation of porous materials.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/4808/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Angelidis, Orestis 
(2025)
[*5th generation district heating and cooling for holistic energy system decarbonisation: Novel system designs and detailed techno-economic assessment.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/84916/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Ankersen, Jesper
(1999)
[*Quantifying the forces in stabbing incidents.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2798/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Asif, Muhammad Shahzad Qamar
(2018)
[*The simulation and analysis of fault diagnosis and isolation for gas turbine control system.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/8744/)
MSc(R) thesis, University of Glasgow.

Atia, Khaled Roshdy El-Hosainy
(2000)
[*Dynamic analysis, design and control of an industrial parallel robot.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/4410/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## B

Bejarano Durán, Fernando
(2014)
[*Miniature ultrasonic bone cutting device based on a cymbal transducer.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/5568/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Bevan, Geraint Paul
(2008)
[*Development of a vehicle dynamics controller for obstacle avoidance.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/246/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Bezenšek, Boštjan
(2003)
[*Elastic-plastic crack problems in the ductile-brittle transition.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6946/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Big-Alabo, Akuro
(2015)
[*Multilayered sensor-actuator plates for active mitigation of elastoplastic impact effects.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6474/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Biglarifadafan, Ali 
(2014)
[*A general hybrid force-based method for structural analysis.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/5266/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Bitadze, Alexander
(2014)
[*Thermo-dynamical measurements for ATLAS Inner Detector
(evaporative cooling system).*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/5186/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Boumedmed, Abdelkader
(1997)
[*The use of variable engine geometry to improve the transient performance of a two-spool turbofan engine.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/71364/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Bourquin, Yannyk Parulian Julian
(2012)
[*Shaping surface waves for diagnostics.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/4167/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Brydone, Alistair Stewart
(2025)
[*Nanopatterning titanium and PEEK for orthopaedic implants.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/84882/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Budzyń, Dorota 
(2024)
[*Compliant mechanisms in lunar surface exploration: design and technology considerations for dust mitigation.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/84286/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Byabagambi, Charles Adyeeri
(1987)
[*Surface heating in metals irradiated by fast I.R. laser pulses.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/5623/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## C

Caboni, Marco
(2016)
[*Probabilistic design optimization of horizontal axis wind turbine rotors.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/7338/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Cardoni, Andrea
(2003)
[*Characterising the dynamic response of ultrasonic cutting devices.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1178/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Check, Gholam Reza 
(2023)
[*Ultrasonic dewatering pretreatment for demulsification of biocrudes and improved biofuel production via pyrolysis.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/83515/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Chen, Ning
(1997)
[*The effects of constraint on three dimensional elastic-plastic crack tip fields.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/71761/)
MSc(R) thesis, University of Glasgow.

Chia, Julian Yan Hon
(2002)
[*A micromechanics-based continuum damage mechanics approach to the mechanical behaviour of brittle matrix composites.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2856/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Chong, Gregory Chow Ye
(2006)
[*Trajectory-scheduling control systems and their multi-objective design automation.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/3728/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Christodoulou, Loizos
(2018)
[*On the nonlinear dynamics of convective-diffusive-reactive waves.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/70979/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Cleary, Rebecca Shirley
(2020)
[*Resonant ultrasonic bone penetrating needles.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/79041/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Cockroft, Jeremy Paul
(1979)
[*Heat transfer and air flow in buildings.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1968/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Collings, Peter 
(2018)
[*Theoretical and experimental analysis of an organic Rankine Cycle.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/30642/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Coupaud, Sylvie A.F.
(2005)
[*Development and assessment of methods for arm-cranking exercise assisted by functional electrical stimulation (FES) in tetraplegia.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1558/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Craven, Colm Tadhg Donal
(2015)
[*Development and evaluation of rehabilitation technologies for early-stage spinal cord injury.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/5898/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## D

Davie, Mark C.
(2011)
[*Mountain bike suspension systems and their effect on rider performance quantified through mechanical, psychological and physiological responses.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2432/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Demircioḡlu, Hüseyin
(1989)
[*Continuous-time self-tuning algorithms.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2174/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Do, Dang Khoa
(2021)
[*Microstructure characterizing and mechanical properties of Selective Laser Melted Ti-6AL-4V alloys.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/82181/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Dodds, Colin J.
(1972)
[*The response of vehicle components to random road surface undulations.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/4784/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## E

Elliott, Alexander J.
(2020)
[*Accurate approximations for nonlinear vibrations.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/79016/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## F

Fang, Juan
(2013)
[*Computer modelling and experimental design of a gait orthosis for early rehabilitation of walking.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/3841/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Feeney, Andrew
(2014)
[*Nitinol cymbal transducers for tuneable ultrasonic devices.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/5805/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Ferrario, Chiara
(2006)
[*Functional electrical stimulation (FES) leg cycling exercise in paraplegia: a pilot study for the definition and assessment of exercise testing protocols and efficacy of exercise.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1534/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Firstbrook, David
(2017)
[*Ultrasonically assisted penetration through granular materials for planetary exploration.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/8256/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Flores Saldivar, Alfredo Alan
(2018)
[*Predicting potential customer needs and wants for agile design and manufacture in an industry 4.0 environment.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/38974/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Fujiwara, Kosuke
(2020)
[*Studies on leading-edge flow separation and film cooling using advanced laser diagnostics.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/81581/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## G

Gigante, Fabio Antonio
(2016)
[*Time- and frequency-domain turbulent flow analysis of wind turbine unsteady aerodynamics.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/7253/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Govan, Michelle
(2002)
[*The analysis and design of multirate sampled-data feedback systems via a polynomial approach.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/3731/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Grant, Andrew D.
(1973)
[*The effect of heat transfer on boundary layer stability.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/83876/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Guerrero Martinez, Fernando Javier
(2017)
[*Three-dimensional numerical models for free convection in porous enclosures heated from below.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/7955/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## H

Hunter, Graham I.
(2008)
[*Bacterial inactivation using radial mode ultrasonic devices.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/338/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Hye, Md. Abdul
(2012)
[*Simulation of transient blood flow in models of arterial stenosis and aneurysm.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/3836/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## I

Irthiea, Ihsan Khalaf
(2014)
[*Process analysis and design in micro deep drawing utilizing a flexible die.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/4807/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Ismail, Rainah
(2013)
[*Vibration analysis of a plate with an arbitrarily orientated surface crack.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/4002/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Israr, Asif
(2008)
[*Vibration analysis of cracked aluminium plates.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/261/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## J

Jaime, Ralf-Peter
(2002)
[*On the control of paraplegic standing using functional electrical stimulation.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1591/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Jamieson, Lindsay Patricia
(2007)
[*Development and assessment of novel methods of exercise testing during treadmill gait in incomplete spinal cord injury.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/3195/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Jebur, Qusai Hatem
(2013)
[*Characterisation and modelling of transversely isotropic flexible viscoelastic foam.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/4497/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Jimoh, Mohammed Tajudeen
(2013)
[*A vision for MPC performance maintenance.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/4739/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## K

Kamble, Prashant Ram 
(2020)
[*Enhanced instrumentation, control and process optimisation for biomass gasification.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/81768/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Karstensen, Annette Degn
(1996)
[*Constraint estimation schemes in fracture mechanics.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/7228/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Kelly, Stephanie
(2012)
[*Fabrication of polymer composites as potential bone replacement materials.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/3801/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Kennedy, Paul
(2002)
[*Design practice: routine creativity.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1847/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Khalighy, Shahabeddin
(2015)
[*Product design methodology supporting aesthetic evaluation.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6705/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Kodsi, Costy
(2017)
[*Computational framework for fracture of graphite bricks in an AGR core.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/8084/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Kriama, Abdulbast
(2011)
[*3D complex shaped- dissolvable multi level micro/nano mould fabrication.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2405/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Krishnan, Anand
(2008)
[*Laser and optical based methods for detecting and characterising microorganisms.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/436/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Kyriakis, Sotirios A.
(2016)
[*Geothermal district heating networks: modelling novel operational strategies incorporating heat storage.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/7404/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## L

Lim, Fannon Chwee Ning
(2003)
[*A preliminary investigation into the effects of nonlinear response modification within coupled oscillators.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2106/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Liu, Haofei
(2010)
[*Numerical simulation of the instabilities of a 2D collapsible channel flow.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1827/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Liu, Xiang
(2013)
[*On some eigenvalue problems for elastic instabilities in tension.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/4154/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Loland, Olaf
(1978)
[*A vibration method for integrity monitoring of fixed offshore steel platforms.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6191/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Lucas, Timothy David
(1999)
[*Computational modelling of the golf stroke.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/5001/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## M

MacBeath, Alan
(2006)
[*Ultrasonic bone cutting.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2220/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

MacLennan, Iain James
(1996)
[*Two parameter engineering fracture mechanics.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6756/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Mathieson, Andrew C.
(2012)
[*Nonlinear characterisation of power ultrasonic devices used in bone surgery.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/3135/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

McCourt, Finlay
(2013)
[*Constructing ancient mechanics.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/5129/)
MPhil(R) thesis, University of Glasgow.

McCulloch, Euan
(2008)
[*Experimental and finite element modelling of ultrasonic cutting of food.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/264/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

McGilp, Malcolm 
(2018)
[*An integrated design environment for electric machines.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/9023/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

McKenzie, David J.
(2010)
[*The dynamics of tethers and space-webs.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1483/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

McRae, Calum George Alexander
(2006)
[*Approaches to functional electrical stimulation induced cycling and application for the child with a spinal cord injury.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1526/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

McRobb, Malcolm
(2014)
[*Development and enhancement of various mechanical oscillators for application in vibrational energy harvesting.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/4851/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Meng, Xuan
(2018)
[*Numerical analysis of a fluid droplet subject to acoustic waves.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/30957/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Menk, Alexander
(2011)
[*Simulation of complex microstructural geometries using X-FEM and the application to solder joint lifetime prediction.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2519/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Mine, Takashi
(2010)
[*Laser and plasma air decontamination.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2276/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Molla, Md Mamun
(2009)
[*LES of pulsatile flow in the models of arterial stenosis and aneurysm.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/905/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Muhammad Saleh, Muhammad Fadzli
(2013)
[*Active improvement of air-conditioning system energy consumption with adaptive thermal comfort approach.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/3928/)
MSc(R) thesis, University of Glasgow.

Murray, Christopher
(2011)
[*Continuous Earth-Moon payload exchange using motorised tethers with associated dynamics.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2686/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Murray-Smith, David J.
(2009)
[*Methods of system identification, parameter estimation and optimisation applied to problems of modelling and control in engineering and physiology.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1170/)
DSc thesis, University of Glasgow.

Mustafa, Zaleha Binti
(2013)
[*Multiaxial fatigue characterization of self-reinforced polylactic acid-calcium phosphate composite.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/3876/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## N

Nelson, D. James
(1976)
[*On the mechanics of discontinuous fibre reinforced composite materials (with particular reference to damping).*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1520/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Neville, Anne
(1995)
[*An investigation of the corrosion behaviour of a range of engineering materials in marine environments.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2865/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Ng, Eric Eng Seng
(1999)
[*Laser welding of high carbon steels.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2143/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Nisar, Jawad Ahmad
(2010)
[*Modelling the interfaces of bondable pultrusions.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/5794/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Nnabalu, Chinwendu Rita 
(2022)
[*Oil and gas refining revolution.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/82982/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## O

O'Neill, Simon James
(2012)
[*Control of vehicle lateral dynamics based on longitudinal wheel forces.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/3670/)
MSc(R) thesis, University of Glasgow.

Oo, Khin Maung
(1974)
[*The design of semi-submersibles for minimum vertical motion.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2956/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Osman, Hafiiz 
(2018)
[*Ultrasonic disinfection using large area compact radial mode resonators.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/30592/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Ouyang, Donald N.B.
(1998)
[*The dynamic modelling of industrial oxygen gas jet assisted CO₂ laser cutting of metal.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2475/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## P

Pan, Zhongyin
(2015)
[*Modelling and design of ultrasonic bone cutting blades.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/7211/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Paul, Sreebash Chandra
(2008)
[*Large eddy simulation of a fuel-rich turbulent non-premixed reacting flow with radiative heat transfer.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/203/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Pennycott, Andrew
(2008)
[*The application of estimation and control techniques in 2 modes of exercise for the spinal cord injured.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/185/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Perris, Jack Alan Nathaniel
(2023)
[*Studies on the fabrication and contact stiffness of mechanical interfaces with tailored rough and structured surfaces.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/83552/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Perry, Joan M.
(2001)
[*Erosion-corrosion of WC-Co-Cr cermet coatings.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2845/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Pilidis, Pericles
(1983)
[*Digital simulation of gas turbine performance.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/3168/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Pino, Monica
(2010)
[*Apatite deposition on NaOH-treated HDPE, PEEK and UHMWPE films for sclera materials in artificial cornea implants.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1896/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Piron, Marielle
(1999)
[*Dynamic analysis of fast-acting solenoid actuators.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1874/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Poh, Ping Yi, Leslie
(2019)
[*Experimental and numerical study of silicon nitride for powder injection moulding.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/41131/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## Q

Qiu, Yihong
(2003)
[*Measurement and analysis of breath sounds.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1676/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## R

Redzuan, Norizah
(2010)
[*Cold plasma air decontamination.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2286/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Renucci, Michael Peter
(1984)
[*Mathematical modelling techniques for the computer simulation of vehicle dynamic performance and response.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2144/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Richards, Daniel
(2020)
[*An ultrasonically assisted sagittal saw for large bone surgeries.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/81589/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Roberts, David Wynn
(1993)
[*Bond graph model based control of robotic manipulators.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1746/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Rose, Michael Leon James
(1998)
[*Development of a muscle powered blood pump: fluid mechanic considerations.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/84/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Runcie, Callum John 
(2023)
[*First order conservation law framework for large strain explicit contact dynamics.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/83555/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Russell, John William
(2015)
[*A study of axial joint behaviour in a high power ultrasonic device through transfer function synthesis.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6378/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## S

Saeed, Ali 
(2023)
[*On the dynamic effects upon unsteady cooling of Lithium-ion batteries.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/84094/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Saunders, Benjamin A.
(2002)
[*Automotive climate control based on thermal state estimation.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1794/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Schinkel, Michael
(2002)
[*Nondeterministic hybrid dynamical systems.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1853/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Schubert, Gerlind
(2014)
[*Manufacture, characterisation and modelling of magneto-rheological elastomers.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/5475/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Schäfer, Stephan
(2025)
[*Improving multi-phase performance of a Coriolis Flowmeter.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/85020/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Seat, Han Cheng
(2001)
[*Growth and characterisation of single-crystal fibres for sensing applications.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6926/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Shaw, Brian H.
(1976)
[*Heat and mass transfer by convection through large rectangular openings in vertical partitions.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1975/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Sheafi, Emadeddin A.Mansur
(2015)
[*Effects of various test regimes on fatigue behaviour of PMMA bone cement: a comparative study.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6250/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Shi, Patrick Chee Wai
(2006)
[*Single crystal fibres and their applications.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6741/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Shrestha, Suman Kumar
(2000)
[*Corrosion and erosion-corrosion of High Velocity Oxy-Fuel (HVOF) sprayed NiCrSiB coatings.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2866/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Siviter, Jonathan Peter
(2014)
[*Increasing the efficiency of the Rankine cycle using a thermoelectric heat pump.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/5802/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Smith, Margaret J.
(2007)
[*The use of hydrogels to prevent biofouling on underwater sensors.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2541/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Stone, Barry A.
(2005)
[*Control strategies for functional electrical stimulation induced cycling.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1533/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Su, Xiangrong
(2009)
[*Parametric vibration of composite beams with integrated shape memory alloy elements.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1069/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## T

Talal, Ahmed
(2009)
[*Investigation of the application of polylactic acid-calcium phosphate composite materials as novel periodontal barrier membranes.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1223/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Terfas, Osama Abdulhamid
(2010)
[*Quantification of constraint in three-dimensional fracture mechanics.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2119/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Thomson, Ronald D.
(1985)
[*Ductile fracture by void nucleation, growth and coalescence.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6487/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Timmons, Thomas 
(2024)
[*Range-based relative navigation for femto-spacecraft swarms.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/84281/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Timoney, Ryan
(2019)
[*Enabling technologies for the subsurface exploration of the solar system.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/76720/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Trchalik, Josef
(2009)
[*Aeroelastic modelling of gyroplane rotors.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1232/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## V

Vassiliou, George E.
(2001)
[*The erosion-corrosion behaviour of copper-nickel alloys.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2458/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## W

Wang, Dong
(2014)
[*Characterising the effects of power ultrasonic devices on surrogate tissue materials.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/5924/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Waterton, Richard James
(2004)
[*Analysis of the soliton solutions of a 3-level Maxwell-Bloch system with rotational symmetry.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/3867/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Worms, Georg
(2011)
[*Design and evaluation of artificial controllers assisting voluntary balance performance in paraplegia and in stroke.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/2771/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Wu, Jia-Jang
(2000)
[*An analysis of the structural dynamics of a mobile gantry crane with application to automation of container management.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1937/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## X

Xenos, Dimitrios
(2015)
[*Nonlocal modelling of fracture in heterogeneous quasi-brittle materials.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6515/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Xia, Chunming
(2003)
[*Control loop measurement based isolation of faults and disturbances in process plants.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/4080/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Xing, Mengchuan
(2020)
[*Fabrication of single-crystal sapphire fibres for sensor applications.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/80278/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## Y

Yahya, Najeeb Ali
(2015)
[*Failure analysis of bonded steel/CFRP laminate connections.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6659/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Yassi, Yousef
(1999)
[*An experimental study of improvement of a micro hydro turbine performance.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1595/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Young, Rupert Charles David
(1994)
[*Bandpass filters for unconstrained target recognition and their implementation in coherent optical correlators.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/772/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Yu, Rongyu
(2025)
[*Human behavior-driven robotics and security.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/85520/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Yuceer, Ahmet
(1985)
[*Pressure drops along the bores of hollow fibre membranes: their measurement, prediction and effect on fibre bundle performance.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/976/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Yusof, Feizal
(2006)
[*Three-dimensional constraint based fracture mechanics.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/70997/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

## Z

Zang, Xiaoyun
(2005)
[*Root cause isolation of propagated oscillations in process plants.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/1825/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Zhang, Nan
(2023)
[*Heat pump integrated energy systems for future zero-emission vehicles.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/83795/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

Zuiani, Federico
(2015)
[*Multi-objective optimisation of low-thrust trajectories.*](https://theses.gla.ac.uk/6311/)
PhD thesis, University of Glasgow.

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