In the first part of the thesis we introduce a new method to characterize picosecond optical pulses that employs nonlinear propagation through optical fibers as a diagnostic tool. This technique takes advantage of the well-known nonlinear response of optical fibers and well-deve…
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Traditional methods for measuring the adhesion between fiber and polymers, using single fibers, have problems due to the unknown frictional effects, Poisson's shrinkages or expansions, and uncertainties about failure process. Also environmental studies using these techniques are…
This Thesis presents a study on feasibility of continuous extrusion processing for the manufacture of fine-celled plastic/wood-fiber composite foams. The main benefits of incorporating wood-fibers in plastics are the increased stiffness and lowered cost of the resulting composit…
My legs, fingers and arms activate and build my working material. The sculptures and installations I create are the result of the repetitive actions I engage to make. My work is both a result and symbol of my body’s motion. My dedication to material exploration and the processes…