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Optical computing using interference filters as nonlinear optical logic gates and holographic optical elements as optical interconnects.Wang, Lon A. January 1988 (has links)
This dissertation experimentally explores digital optical computing and optical interconnects with theoretical supports, from the physics of materials and the optimization of devices to system realization. The trend of optical computing is highlighted with the emphasis on the current development of its basic constituent elements, and a couple of algorithms selected to pave the way for utilizing bistable devices for their optical implementations. Optical bistable devices function as "optical transistors" in optical computing. The physics of dispersive optical bistability is briefly described. Bistable ZnS interference filters are discussed in detail regarding their linear and nonlienar characteristics. The optimization of switching characteristics for a bistable ZnS interference filter is discussed, and experimental results are shown. Symbolic substitution which fully takes advantage of regular optical interconnects constitutes two steps: pattern recognition and symbol scription. Two experiments on two digital pattern recognitions and one on a simple but complete symbolic substitution have been demonstrated. The extension of these experiments is an implementation of a binary adder. A one-bit full adder which is a basic block for a computer has been explored experimentally and demonstrated in an all-optical way. The utilization of a bistable device as a nonlinear decision-making element is further demonstrated in an associative memory experiment by incorporating a Vander Lugt matched filter to discriminate two partial fingerprints. The thresholding function of a bistable device enhances the S/N ratio and helps discrimination in associative memory. As the clocking speed of a computer goes higher, e.g. greater than several GHz, the clock signal distribution and packaging become serious problems in VLSI technology. The use of optical interconnects introduces a possible solution. A unique element for holographic optical interconnects, which combines advantages of computer generated hologram and DCG recording material, is discussed. Pattern design of a specific computer generated hologram and a proposed fabrication process are described. Experimental results suggest that this unique element has the capability of being tailored to perform multiple fan-out with resulting uniform tightly-focussed spots, and coupling between devices, e.g. source-to-fiber and fiber-to-waveguides, etc.
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Trace analysis of toxic organic compounds in air by crystal sorption detector and electrochemical methods丁大衛, Ting, Tai-wai, David. January 1984 (has links)
published_or_final_version / Chemistry / Master / Master of Philosophy
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Development of a test system for screening toxic substances: a comparison using organic substancesThomas, Carolyn L. January 1985 (has links)
The purpose of this research was to develop a test system for screening toxic substances by predicting their aquatic ecosystem effects. The system studied was a static, one liter microcosm with a diverse species assemblage. Teh microcosm was composed of biotic inoculum, chemically defined medium and sediment. The biotic inoculum cotained primary producers, grazers, carnivores and decomposers. The chemical medium used was Taub #82 modified by adding sodium bicarbonate. Three different types of sediment were studied: sand, clay and clay plus sand.
Four organic chemicals: phenol, triethylene glycol (TEG), quinoline and naphtoquinone were evaluated with this test system. The toxicities of TEG, quinoline and naphthoquinone were compared for each sediment type. Toxicity was evluated in terms of the chemicals' effects on primary productivity and heterotrophic activity though other effects are also noted. The toxicity of the chemicals in this study was compared to those from other toxicological evaluations based on threshhold toxicity values (EC20 and LC50).
The screening test sytem evaluated in this study did not demonstrate significanly different threshhold toxicity values than the other screening systems to which it was compared. The ranking of the toxicants based on EC20 values was different for the two ecosystem properties, net production and heterotrophic activity. Naphthoquinone concentration exhibited no correlation between ecosystems property values and therefore, could not be ranked. Phenol exhibited the greatest toxicity to net production immediately after the toxicant addition. Quinoline was most toxic to net production over the longer time scale. TEG exhibited the least toxicity to net production, however, TEG exhibited higher toxicity to heterotrophic activity than either quinoline or phenol.
Although the type of sediment used in the nicrocosms did not change the relative toxicities of the chemicals, the microcosms with clay sediment always were observed to exhibit lower net production and higher variability.
Nonparametric statistical analyses are recommended for microcosm studies because of the lack of normally distributed data. Confidence limits of 80% are recommended because of the need for biologically conservative estimates of ecosystem toxicity. / Ph. D. / incomplete_metadata
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Pyrolysis of chlorinated organic chemicals.Pillay, Kleantha. January 2001 (has links)
At present, South Africa has inadequate technology to destroy its hazardous waste, with
approximately 18000 litres of chlorinated hazardous waste stored in this country. Approximately
800 tons of banned or obsolete chemicals are to be sent to Pontypool. Wales, for incineration, at a
considerable cost. Because of the toxic nature of chlorinated waste and their long-term effects on
the environment , a sustainable method of dealing with this type of waste is essential.
Gas phase destruction of methylene chloride, trichlorobenzene and lindane by pyrolysis (i.e.
heating in the absence of oxygen) was attempted. Destruction was effected by high temperature
thermal degradation of molecules into free radicals. These radicals then combine to form hydrogen
chloride and carbon as major products. This method was chosen so as to eliminate the possible
formation of highly toxic oxygenated derivatives such as polychlorinated dibenzofurans and
dibenzodioxins that can be formed during incineration if strict control is not excercised.
The reactor assembly was built in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of
Natal. 11 incorporates aspects of many different previously designed reactors, as discussed in the
text. Heat for the reactions was supplied by induction. A high frequency induction unit supplied
current to a copper coil. The resulting magnetic field induced current to flow in a susceptor housed
within the copper coil. The susceptor in this case was a graphite tube, which served as both the
heating element and the thermal radiation source, in addition to forming the walls of the reaction
zone. Up and down stream processes were designed and experiments were carried out in which
reaction temperatures (348-1400°C) and residence times (1.3-5.6 seconds) were varied.
Destruction efficiencies of 100% and 99.99% were obtained for methylene chloride and
trichlorobenzene respectively, with inert argon used as the carrier gas. These destruction
efficiencies comply with the 99.99% stipulated by the United States Conservation and Recovery
Act. A cause for concern was the formation of chlorinated benzenes and naphthalenes. Destruction
of lindane proved unsuccessful due to limitations in the vapourisation and feed system and will
have to be investigated further. The method of induction heating was evaluated to be 98.9%
thermally efficient.
Raw material and utility consumption per ton of waste destroyed by the pyrolysis process was
compared to values for incineration as well as the plasma arc and catalytic extraction processes.
Consumption for pyrolysis compares favourably with all three processes and suggests that the
process could be competitive.
Claims to the success of the technology on a wide scale are limited by the small number of
compounds that were successfully pyrolysed. Results do however indicate much promise for this
technology to be used as a fi nal chlorinated waste destruction unit on an existing process.
Modifications to the existing reactor to improve product recovery and analys is will allow for
temperature and residence time optimisation for a variety of wastes. Additional in strumentation
and process control will allow for kinetic studies to be undertaken in future. This project should be
considered as the first step in an ongoing series of research and subsequent improvements to the
technology presented here. / Thesis (M.Sc.Eng.)-University of Natal, Durban, 2001.
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