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Simulation of Lidar Return Signals Associated with Water Clouds
(2010-01-14)
We revisited an empirical relationship between the integrated volume depolar-
ization ratio, oacc, and the effective multiple scattering factor, -n, on the basis of Monte
Carlo simulations of spaceborne lidar backscatter ...
Blowing Ratio Effects on Film Cooling Effectiveness
(2010-01-14)
The research focuses on testing the film cooling effectiveness on a gas turbine
blade suction side surface. The test is performed on a five bladed cascade with a
blow down facility. Four different blowing ratios are used ...
Ensemble Statistics and Error Covariance of a Rapidly Intensifying Hurricane
(2010-01-16)
This thesis presents an investigation of ensemble Gaussianity, the effect of non-
Gaussianity on covariance structures, storm-centered data assimilation techniques, and
the relationship between commonly used data assimilation ...
Teacher Mentoring as an Intervention with At-Risk High School Students
(2010-01-14)
As a result of recent social and political pressure and an increase in academic standards, there is a call to address academic and behavioral needs of at-risk students at the secondary level. Currently, many secondary ...
Situational Judgment Test Responding: Best and Worst or Rate Each Response
(2010-01-16)
This study explores the differential validity of SJT responding formats (i.e., selecting a response to an SJT item). It was hypothesized that the SJT on which respondents identified the best and worst options would be ...
Validating the Relationship Between Urban Form and Travel Behavior with Vehicle Miles Travelled
(2010-01-14)
The validity of the influence of urban form on travel behavior has been a topic of
interest in travel behavior research. Empirical research shows that urban form influences
travel behavior causing less travel impacts. ...
A Behavioral Model of a Built-in Current Sensor for IDDQ Testing
(2010-01-14)
IDDQ testing is one of the most effective methods for detecting defects in integrated
circuits. Higher leakage currents in more advanced semiconductor technologies have
reduced the resolution of IDDQ test. One solution ...
Creating Automated Interactive Video Playback for Studies of Animal Communications
(2010-01-16)
Video playback is a technique used to study the visual communication and
behaviors of animals. While video playback is a useful tool, most experiments lack the
ability for the visual stimulus to interact with the live ...
Assessing Benefits in Vehicle Speed and Lateral Position when Chevrons with Full Retroreflective Sign Posts are Implemented on Rural Horizontal Curves
(2010-01-16)
Driving a horizontal roadway curve requires a change in vehicle alignment and a
potential reduction in speed. Curves may present a challenging situation during adverse
conditions or to inattentive drivers. Chevron signs ...
Linking Chemical Changes in Soot and Polyaromatics to Cloud Droplet Formation
(2010-01-14)
Soot and other products of incomplete combustion play an important role in the chemistry of the atmosphere. As particles are exposed to trace gases, such as ozone, their chemistry and physical properties can be altered ...