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The Dynamics and Predictability of Tropical Cyclones
(2010-01-15)
Through methodology unique for tropical cyclones in peer-reviewed literature, this study explores how the dynamics of moist convection affects the predictability of tropical cyclogenesis. Mesoscale models are used to perform ...
Valuation of Governmental Guarantee in BOT Project Finance with Real Option Analysis
(2010-01-14)
The limitation of public funds available for infrastructure projects has induced governments to attract private entities to participate in long-term contracts for financing, constructing, and operating huge infrastructure ...
Facilitating Reading through a Theme-Driven Approach
(2010-01-15)
Readers often encounter the need to explore a document only for a specific point
of interest. We call the phenomena of approaching a narrative not for its entirety, but for
a thread of a particular topic, thematic reading. ...
Genomic Approaches to Study Innate Immune Response to Salmonella Enteritidis Infection in Chickens
(2010-01-14)
Salmonella enterica serovar Enteritidis (SE) is one of the most common food-borne
pathogens that cause human salmonellosis. Contamination of consumed poultry products
continues to be a global threat to public health. Genetic ...
Optimization Algorithms for Information Retrieval and Transmission in Distributed Ad Hoc Networks
(2010-01-14)
An ad hoc network is formed by a group of self-configuring nodes, typically
deployed in two or three dimensional spaces, and communicating with each other
through wireless or some other media. The distinct characteristics ...
The Development of a Frequency Control System of a Seeded Laser for DGV Application
(2010-01-15)
For an effective Doppler Global Velocimeter (DGV), there is a requirement to
accurately record and tune the frequency content of the laser used. The laser used for
this experiment was an ND:YAG. Adjusting the mean frequency ...
A Numerical Simulation of Thermal and Electrical Properties of Nano-fiber Network Polymer Composites Using Percolation Theory and Monte Carlo Method
(2010-01-14)
Polymer matrix composites reinforced by metal fibers are observed to present an
onset of the insulator-to-conductor transition through previous experimental studies.
Analytical studies revealed that the percolation threshold ...
Production of cerium oxide microsheres by an internal gelation sol-gel process
(2010-01-14)
The experiments performed for this research were completed to produce solid
cerium oxide microspheres by an internal gelation sol-gel process. The motivation for
this work was to develop a process that would enable the ...
Dynamic Control of Serial-batch Processing Systems
(2010-01-14)
This research explores how near-future information can be used to strategically control a batch processor in a serial-batch processor system setting. Specifically, improved control is attempted by using the upstream serial ...
Metal Nitride Diffusion Barriers for Copper Interconnects
(2010-01-14)
Advancements in the semiconductor industry require new materials with
improved performance. With the introduction of copper as the interconnect material for
integrated circuits, efficient diffusion barriers are required ...