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Fabrication and Characterization of Inverted Perovskite Solar Cells Using Nickel Oxide as Hole Transporting Layer
, Ph.D. Dissertation Sharif University of Technology ; Taghavinia, Nima (Supervisor)
Abstract
In this research, we study and optimize the inverted perovskite solar cells (PSCs) using nano layers of NiOx and Li:NiOx as hole transporting layers (HTLs) and nano layers of PC70BM and C60 as electron transporting layers (ETLs). We fabricated inverted PSCs with three different HTLs, namely MoOx, PEDOT:PSS and NiOx, using vapor assisted solution processed (VASP) method for making MAPbI3 perovskite which yielded a power conversion efficiency (PCE) of 1%, 1.93% and 3.65%, respectively. Solution-processed deposition method, high transparency (˃90%) and high band gap (3.9 eV) are the most advantages to use NiOx as HTL in current research. Using lithium as dopant to the NiOx increases the...
Investigation of The Treatment of Wastewater Containing Antibiotics by Using MBBR
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Borghei, Mehdi (Supervisor)
Abstract
Antibiotic medications are widely used in medicine and veterinary medicine. Since these drugs are extremely dangerous to the environment and specially to drinking water for humans and other organisms, the need to treat these wastewater is becoming increasingly important. One of the most commonly used antibiotics is oxytetracycline which is used for a wide range of infectious diseases Husbandry wastewater is one of the wastewaters that contains high diversity and large amounts of antibiotics. In this study, the performance of a Moving bed biofilm reactor (MBBR) was investigated for removal of oxytetracycline from synthetic wastewater with similar characteristics to Husbandry wastewater. A...
Capture, Processing and Transmitting Images From Downhole Camera
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Movahedian, Hamid (Supervisor)
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The goal of this project, has been designing a downhole camera, which captures images from environment of a well and transmits that to the surface. High temperature and pressure of well environment and corrosion and limitation in data transmission rate which is because of mono conductor cable, are the challenges of designing this system. For doing that, first, the principles of image compression are explained. Then, based on that, an image compression system based on wavelet transform has been designed. Its components are examined too. For making the introduced system resistant to the high pressure and temperature, using an isolated case is suggested. For implementation, an...
Optimal Trajectory Planning for Aircraft Microgravity Atmospheric Maneuver
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Pourtakdoust, Hossein (Supervisor)
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The purpose of the current study is to design an optimal trajectory and control for an aircraft to perform a microgravity maneuver automatically. This subject is by itself an important research topic that has not yet been attempted via optimal control formulation and modelling. Space stations are commonly utilized to conduct long-term microgravity research. Unfortunately utility of space stations to perform space based microgravity experiments is expensive and inaccessible for many researchers and scientific institutions. However, since many experiments requiring microgravity conditions can be performed in short time intervals, there is a possibility to meet their demand via optimal...
Possible Impacts of Telework Initiated by COVID-19 Outbreak on Teleworkers’ Psychological Well-being: A Qualitative Study
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Alavi, Babak (Supervisor)
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This research explores the impacts of the telework initiated by the outbreak of COVID-19, which is being called “emergent telework” in this research, on psychological well-being of teleworkers. As for the nature of emergent telework which is a new and unique phenomenon, a qualitative research is conducted. In order to do so, 15 in-depth interviews were held with employees from product teams of 11 organizations, and the interviews were analyzed using thematic analysis. General conditions of teleworking are identified in two categories named as “not working adjacent to coworkers” and “being away from the physical environment of the workplace”. Emergent telework, alongside the general...
The effect of lithium doping in solution-processed nickel oxide films for perovskite solar cells
, Article ChemPhysChem ; Volume 20, Issue 24 , 2019 , Pages 3322-3327 ; 14394235 (ISSN) ; Sveinbjornsson, K ; Boschloo, G ; Taghavinia, N ; Sharif University of Technology
Wiley-VCH Verlag
2019
Abstract
The effect of substitutional Li doping into NiOx hole transporting layer (HTL) for use in inverted perovskite solar cells was systematically studied. Li doped NiOx thin films with preferential crystal growth along the (111) plane were deposited using a simple solution-based process. Mott-Schottky analysis showed that hole carrier concentration (NA) is doubled by Li doping. Utilizing 4 % Li in NiOx improved the power conversion efficiency (PCE) of solar devices from 9.0 % to 12.6 %. Photoluminescence quenching investigations demonstrate better hole capturing properties of Li:NiOx compared to that of NiOx, leading to higher current densities by Li doping. The electrical conductivity of NiOx is...
Mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MCM-41) coated PEGylated chitosan as a pH-Responsive nanocarrier for triggered release of erythromycin [electronic resource]
, Article International Journal of Polymeric Materials and Polymeric Biomaterials ; 2014, Volume 63, Issue 13, Pages 692-697 ; Mazaheri Tehrani, Zahra ; Sharif University of Technology
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A pH-responsive drug delivery system based on core shell structure of mesoporous silica nanoparticle (MSN) and chitosan-PEG copolymer was prepared and characterized by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), scanning electron microscope (SEM), and high-resolution transmission microscope (HR-TEM) techniques. In order to improve compatibility MSN and drug, mesoporous nanosilica was modified by 3-aminopropyl triethoxysilane. The release of erythromycin (a macrolide antibiotic) as a model drug was investigated in two pHs, 7.4 and 5.5
Solution-processed perovskite thin-films: The journey from lab: The large-scale solar cells
, Article Energy and Environmental Science ; Volume 14, Issue 11 , 2021 , Pages 5690-5722 ; 17545692 (ISSN) ; Byranvand, M. M ; Taghavinia, N ; Kedia, M ; Saliba, M ; Sharif University of Technology
Royal Society of Chemistry
2021
Abstract
In the last decade, the power conversion efficiency (PCE) of solution-processed perovskite solar cells (PSCs) in the lab-scale has reached an incredible level of 25.5%. Generally, PSCs are composed of a stack consisting of a perovskite thin-film sandwiched between an electron transporting layer (ETL) and a hole transporting layer (HTL). Although the quality of the ETL and HTL interfaces with the perovskite thin-film is important, the quality of the perovskite thin-film is also critical to achieving high-performance PSCs. Low-temperature deposition of organic-inorganic perovskite thin-films by simple solution processes is one of the significant advantages of PSCs compared to other...
Using Nonlinear Effects of Light for Optical Signal Processing
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Kavehvash, Zahra (Supervisor)
Abstract
Ultrafast signal processing in time-domain with high resolution and reconfigura-bility is a challenging task. This paper, for the first time, introduces a time-varying metasurface consisting of graphene microribbon array for implementing time-lens in the terahertz domain. Given that the surface conductivity of graphene is proportional to the Fermi energy level in the THz regime, it is possible to change the phase property of the incident electromagnetic pulse by changing the Fermi level while the Fermi level itself is a function of voltage. Upon this fact, a quadratic temporal phase modulator, namely time-lens has been realized. This phase modulation is applied to the impinging signal in the...
Theoretical and Computational Investigation of Quantum Plasmonic Properties of Nanocluster Dimers
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Jamshidi, Zahra (Supervisor)
Abstract
In today's era, metal nanoparticles play an important role in technologies emerging from different sciences, such as chemistry, physics, optics, material science, due to their unique characteristics. In the development of nanooptics science, it can be said that metal nanoparticles play an important role. The ability of conductive electrons collective oscillation causes surface charge density fluctuations in nanoparticles, this phenomenon is known as surface plasmons. Surface plasmons are surprisingly coupled with light and cause the significant increase in the intensity of optical fields induced in nanoparticles. Therefore, with the presence of localized surface plasmons or plasmon...
Theoretical Investigation of Ab-initio MD Approach to Increase the Efficiency and Accuracy of VCD Spectrum Calculation
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Jamshidi, Zahra (Supervisor)
Abstract
Understanding of the Molecules is the main purpose of the chemistry. Ab-initio molecular dynamics (AIMD) as a branch of the computational chemistry, tries to give us a deep comprehension of the molecule, and its chemical, physical and optical activities. This comprehension, relies on the accuracy of quantum mechanics, in addition to the speed of the classical mechanics. The mixing of the quantum mechanics and the classical mechanics could simulate activities of the atoms in the time-domain, provided the mixing is done with precaution. This, in turn, helps us to forecast the response of a molecule in different situations, and also translating the macroscopic phenomena in a nanoscopic...
Investigation of Plasmonic Excitation in Carbonic Nanostructures Within Near-IR
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Jamshidi, Zahra (Supervisor)
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To date, the plasmonic properties of many metallic and semi-conducting materials have been investigated and used in various industries. One of the plasmonic material categories that have always been considered is polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon or PAH, whose plasmonic resonance energy depends on the charge state of the molecule. In this regard, it is easy to change the plasmonic resonance energy via changing the induced charge, which is a unique feature of the mentioned materials. In addition, plasmonic structures with excitations in the infrared region are able to enhance the vibration intensity of absorbed molecules by increasing the electric field around themselves. Therefore, they have...
Using Simulation-Optimization Approach for Fire Station Location and Vehicle Assignment Problem: a Case Study in Tehran, Iran
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Amini, Zahra (Supervisor)
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In this research, the problem of locating fire stations and allocating equipment has been studied and a simulation-optimization approach has been presented to solve the problem. The mathematical models of this research were developed based on the idea of the randomness of the covered demand and the maximum expected coverage model. In these models, the issue of non-availability of equipment to cover accidents, the random nature of accidents, various fire incidents and the equipment needed to cover them are considered. Two mathematical models with deterministic and non-deterministic approach with different scenarios for demand are proposed. The non-deterministic model is developed with the aim...
Introducing An Integrated Framework For Solving The Fleet Planning Problem Using A Simulation-Optimization Approach
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Amini, Zahra (Supervisor)
Abstract
One of the main concerns of industrial companies’ managers is providing an efficient logistics system. To achieve an efficient logistics system, the fleet planning problem is studied by many researchers in recent years. This problem consists of multiple sub-problems at three levels: operational, tactical, and strategic. These sub-problems are closely related to each other and need to be studied and addressed in an integrated manner. In this research, an attempt is made to provide an integrated framework to solve the vehicle routing problem (operational), outsourcing problem (tactical), and fleet composition problem (strategic). These problems have various uncertainties, including customer...
A Survey on Searchable Symmetric Encryption Schemes
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Khazaei, Shahram (Supervisor)
Abstract
Using “Searchable Encryption” enables us to encrypt the data, while preserving the possibility of running search queries. One of the most important applications of the mentioned is in Cloud Storage. As users do not trust the Cloud space, they are not inclined to store their data on the Could. The solution to this problem is of course, Cryptography. However, ordinary Cryptography methods, eliminate the data’s searchability. Hence, we need encryption schemes that code the data while retaining their searchability. So far, various schemes has been proposed that differ in their performance, security level, and usage. In this thesis, we aim to discuss and analyze these methods
Temporal Depth Imaging Based on Dispersion
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Kavehvash, Zahra (Supervisor)
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In this thesis, the aim is designing an optical temporal imaging system. In recent years, due to many applications, including the receipt of high-rate data by slow receivers and compensation of dispersion in telecommunication systems, researchers have considered the topic of temporal imaging. This field of research is based on dispersion, electro-optical modulators or time lenses and space-time theory. By modeling dispersion properties as a depth dimension and taking ideas from three-dimensional spatial imaging systems we intended to increase the temporal resolution and depth of focus of the structure. We also present a novel technique for multiplexing and demultiplexing telecommunication...
Time Domain Optical Signal Processing Based on the Duality Between Dispersion and Diffraction
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Kavehvash, Zahra (Supervisor)
Abstract
In the last decades, due to the growing demand of transferring information with high transmission rates, the complexity and development of telecommunication and optical systems is remarkable. Researchers around the world attempt to explore extraordinary potential of light to process information. In the mid-19th century, scientists discovered a mathematical symmetry between the spatial and temporal optics fields, which originated from the similarity of equations governing the paraxial diffraction of beams and the dispersion of narrow-band pulses known as space– time duality in scientific texts. This new approach provides more advanced and potent methods to temporal processing and...
Improving the Stability of an Urban Traffic Network with Limited Data by Using Percolation Theory and Dynamic Clustering
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Amini, Zahra (Supervisor)
Abstract
One of the most vital aspects of understanding the traffic phenomenon is scrutinizing the traffic transition status, such as the transition from free flow to congestion. The Percolation Theory is a renowned theory focusing on analyzing various network types to detect the critical zones, which are the zones including links that are important to control to improve stability. By calculating the quality indices of network links, the Percolation Theory can simulate the traffic percolation propagation in the network and determine possible critical zones for further analysis. Most studies in this field assume access to data of several traffic parameters for the entire transportation network, such...
Modification of Biomedical Imaging Methods in Short Wavelength Infrared Window
, Ph.D. Dissertation Sharif University of Technology ; Kavehvash, Zahra (Supervisor)
Abstract
In recent years, optical biomedical imaging techniques show great potential in noninvasive imaging. Although these methods have many advantages over other biomedical imaging methods (such as Computerized Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and etc.), these techniques confront with some problems such as optical scattering, light absorption and etc. For in vivo imaging, the short-wavelength infrared region (SWIR; 1,000–2,000 nm) provides several advantages over the visible and near-infrared regions: general lack of auto-fluorescence, low light absorption by blood and tissue, and reduced scattering. In this thesis we want to analyze the traditional IR imaging techniques and...
Upgrading the Ultrasound Imaging System Based on The Implementation of the Strain Imaging Mode
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Kavehvash, Zahra (Supervisor)
Abstract
Strain imaging is a non-invasive ultrasound modality for assessing cardiac function in echocardiography systems. In this thesis, we implemented a fully automated strain imaging system containing 5 steps: 1) echocardiographic view recognition, 2) cardiac cycle phase detection, i.e., the events of end-diastole (ED) and end-systole (ES), 3) segmentation of left ventricular (LV) myocardium, 4) motion estimation of this wall and 5) strain calculation. In this work, we propose a novel deep learning-based framework for phase detection of cardiac cycle by the use of echocardiographic images in multibeat videos. Further, by applying the augmentation technique, the model has been able to detect events...