I am grateful to Dr. Sullivan for the mentoring he provided during the course of this research. His
eagerness to teach and give advice was much appreciated, as was his patience. In addition to guiding me
through some conundrums pertaining to this specific research, he was quite willing to answer any
questions about areas not in the scope of this study, and for that I am grateful. Two other individuals of
notable significance are Dr. Kevin Ingersent and Dr. Dianne Cothran for their suggestions and guidance in
editing this report. I much appreciate their help in presenting this finished copy. I would also like to
recognize Jay Horton for the instruction he provided on the machining and soldering that were necessary
during the course of my research.