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A Heuristic Algorithm for Solving Capacitated Facility Location Problems Using a Greedy-Based Iterative LP Relaxation Procedure
(2018-07-31)
A new methodology to solve the capacitated facility location problem (CFLP) is presented. This optimization problem can be explicitly formulated and solved as a mixed integer program (MIP); however, because binary variables ...
Characterization of the Molecular Mechanisms Associated with Circadian Clock Control of Transcription
(2018-11-20)
The mammalian circadian clock, found in virtually every cell, coordinates rhythmic expression to control the daily regulation of biological functions. These cell autonomous circadian clocks rely on a molecular feedback ...
Best Practices in Succession Planning for CEOs Leading Family-Owned Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises
(2018-04-10)
This dissertation examines three succession planning topics for Chief Executive Officers (CEOs): internal succession planning models for CEOs, Founder-CEOs, and a CEO succession planning survey development and validation. ...
Towards The Development of Biosensors for the Detection of Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion (MIC)
(2018-08-07)
Corrosion is one of the biggest concerns for mechanical integrity of infrastructure and infrastructural components, such as oil refineries, bridges and roads. The economic cost of corrosion is typically estimated to be ...
Investigating Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion Using Co-culture Biofilms
(2018-11-19)
A holistic understanding of microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) requires investigation of the underlying microbiological, metallurgical and electrochemical mechanisms. MIC studies are typically conducted using ...
Re-analysis of Conejo Shelter: A Legacy Archaeological Collection from the Amistad Reservoir Area, Texas
(2018-07-26)
Although the critical importance and research potential of archaeological collections have long been recognized, care and management of these collections and research within them have not always been at the forefront of ...
Development of an Alternative to the Helium-3 Based Active Well Coincidence Counter with Boron Coated Straws
(2018-05-31)
An active well coincidence counter (AWCC) is used for Nondestructive Assay (NDA) of
special nuclear material. This counter was developed for the International Atomic Energy Agency
(IAEA) to perform in field inspections. ...
Experimental Study of the Static and Dynamic Characteristics of a Long (L/D=0.75) Smooth Annular Seal Operating under Two-Phase (Liquid/Gas) Conditions with Three Inlet Preswirl Configurations
(2018-03-05)
The thesis presents measured results for rotordynamic coefficients and leakage of a long annular smooth seal tested with a mixture of silicone oil and air. Due to the difficulties in (a) making 2-phase homogeneous mixtures ...
Development of Horizontal Vibration-Assisted Pulsed Electrochemical Machining System
(2018-06-01)
This research aims to understand flushing of byproducts between the anodic workpiece and the cathodic electrode in the electrochemical machining (ECM) process. The ion transport mechanism between the inter-electrode gaps ...