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Optimization of gain in intersubband quantum well lasers by supersymmetry (2000)
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Tomic, S., Milanović, V., & Ikonić, Z. (2000). Optimization of gain in intersubband quantum well lasers by supersymmetry. Physical Review B (Condensed Matter), 62(24), 16681-16685. https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevB.62.16681

Received 17 May 2000; published in the issue dated 15 December 2000 A systematic method is described for the optimized design of quantum-well structures, in respect to maximizing the stimulated gain in optically pumped intersubband lasers. It reli... Read More about Optimization of gain in intersubband quantum well lasers by supersymmetry.

Propagation properties of nonparaxial spatial solitons (2000)
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Chamorro-Posada, P., Mcdonald, G., & New, G. (2000). Propagation properties of nonparaxial spatial solitons. Journal of Modern Optics, 47(11), 1877-1886. https://doi.org/10.1080/09500340008232440

We present an analysis and simulation of the non-paraxial nonlinear Schroedinger equation. Exact general relations describing energy flow conservation and transformation invariance are reported, and then explained on physical grounds. New instabiliti... Read More about Propagation properties of nonparaxial spatial solitons.

From a profiled diffuser to an optimized absorber (2000)
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Wu, T., Cox, T., & Lam, Y. (2000). From a profiled diffuser to an optimized absorber. ˜The œJournal of the Acoustical Society of America (Online), 108(2), 643-650. https://doi.org/10.1121/1.429596

The quadratic residue diffuser was originally designed for enhanced scattering. Subsequently, however, it has been found that these diffusers can also be designed to produce exceptional absorption. This paper looks into the absorption mechanism of th... Read More about From a profiled diffuser to an optimized absorber.

Surface diffusion coefficients for room acoustics : free-field measures (2000)
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Hargreaves, T., Cox, T., Lam, Y., & D'Antonio, P. (2000). Surface diffusion coefficients for room acoustics : free-field measures. https://doi.org/10.1121/1.1310192

A surface diffusion coefficient is needed in room acoustics to enable the quality of diffusing surfaces to be evaluated. It may also facilitate more accurate geometric room acoustic models. This paper concentrates on diffusion coefficients derived fr... Read More about Surface diffusion coefficients for room acoustics : free-field measures.

Assessment of the molecular basis of the proallergenic effects of cigarette smoke (2000)
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Smyth, L., Machado, D., Upton, A., Good, S., Aufderheide, M., & Helm, B. (2000). Assessment of the molecular basis of the proallergenic effects of cigarette smoke. Environmental Science and Technology, 34(7), 1370-1374. https://doi.org/10.1021/es9909576

Epidemiological studies indicate a link between smoking and increased risk of immunoglobulin E-mediated allergies and asthma. The molecular basis underlying cigarette smoke related respiratory disorders are ill defined, but it is known that mast cell... Read More about Assessment of the molecular basis of the proallergenic effects of cigarette smoke.

A systematic approach for evaluating the requirement for service of party structure notices (2000)
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Chynoweth, P. (2000). A systematic approach for evaluating the requirement for service of party structure notices. Property Management, 18(4), 243. https://doi.org/10.1108/02637470010348753

The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 makes provision for the service of party structure notices on adjoining property owners where certain types of work are undertaken to party walls and other structures between neighbouring properties. The paper emphasises... Read More about A systematic approach for evaluating the requirement for service of party structure notices.

The four roles of supply chain management in construction (2000)
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Vrijhoef, R., & Koskela, L. (2000). The four roles of supply chain management in construction. European journal of purchasing and supply management, 6(3-4), 169-178. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0969-7012%2800%2900013-7

It is argued that due to construction peculiarities, supply chain management has four specific roles in construction. Practical initiatives in each role to advance the construction supply chain are analysed. The present status of construction supply... Read More about The four roles of supply chain management in construction.

Estimating the stem carbon production of a coniferous forest using an ecosystem simulation model driven by the remotely sensed red edge (2000)
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Lucas, N., Curran, P., Plummer, S., Danson, F., & et, A. (2000). Estimating the stem carbon production of a coniferous forest using an ecosystem simulation model driven by the remotely sensed red edge. International Journal of Remote Sensing, 21(4), 619-631. https://doi.org/10.1080/014311600210461

A general forest ecosystem model (FOREST-BGC) driven by remotely sensed and meteorological data was used to estimate stem carbon production (SCP) for a forest in mid-Wales. Key inputs to the model were spatial estimates of leaf area index (LAI) and l... Read More about Estimating the stem carbon production of a coniferous forest using an ecosystem simulation model driven by the remotely sensed red edge.

Reducing seat dip attenuation (2000)
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Davies, W., & Cox, T. (2000). Reducing seat dip attenuation. ˜The œJournal of the Acoustical Society of America (Online), 108(5), 2211-2218

Strategies fur reducing seat dip attenuation in concert halls are considered. It is shown that the dip is established 4 ms after the direct sound from the stage arrives at the listener. Sound scattered from the seats and floor is the main cause of th... Read More about Reducing seat dip attenuation.

High aquatic niche overlap in the newts Triturus cristatus and T. marmoratus (Amphibia, Urodela) (2000)
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T. marmoratus (Amphibia, Urodela). Hydrobiologia, 437, 149-155

We studied spatial niche metrics of large-bodied newts (Triturus cristatus and T. marmoratus) in three breeding ponds in western France. Adults and larvae were sampled with underwater funnel traps. Larvae were identified to the species with diagnos... Read More about High aquatic niche overlap in the newts Triturus cristatus and T. marmoratus (Amphibia, Urodela).

Post-breeding migrations of newts (Triturus cristatus and T. marmoratus) with contrasting ecological requirements (2000)
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T. marmoratus) with contrasting ecological requirements. Journal of Zoology, 251, 297-306

Two newt species with contrasting ecological requirements (Triturus cristatus and T. marmoratus) were radio-tracked after leaving a shared breeding pond in western France. Movements of 30 individuals were recorded over 491 days. During the ®rst ter... Read More about Post-breeding migrations of newts (Triturus cristatus and T. marmoratus) with contrasting ecological requirements.

Intelligent systems in manufacturing: current developments and future prospects (2000)
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Meziane, F., Vadera, S., Kobbacy, K., & Proudlove, N. (2000). Intelligent systems in manufacturing: current developments and future prospects. https://doi.org/10.1108/09576060010326221

Global competition and rapidly changing customer requirements are demanding increasing changes in manufacturing environments. Enterprises are required to constantly redesign their products and continuously reconfigure their manufacturing systems. Tra... Read More about Intelligent systems in manufacturing: current developments and future prospects.

Unnecessary inconvenience and compensation within the party wall legislation (2000)
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Chynoweth, P. (2000). Unnecessary inconvenience and compensation within the party wall legislation. Structural survey, 18(2), 99-104. https://doi.org/10.1108/02630800010330149

Examines the obligations to avoid unnecessary inconvenience and to pay compensation for loss or damage within the Party Wall, etc. Act 1996. Considers the argument that the two obligations are directly related. Demonstrates that the obligation to pay... Read More about Unnecessary inconvenience and compensation within the party wall legislation.

Invalid party wall awards and how to avoid them (2000)
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Chynoweth, P. (2000). Invalid party wall awards and how to avoid them. Structural survey, 18(4), 168-176. https://doi.org/10.1108/02630800010341525

Considers the reasons for the invalidity of party wall awards. Examines decided cases under earlier party wall legislation in the context of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Explains invalidity on the basis of an excess of the surveyors’ statutory autho... Read More about Invalid party wall awards and how to avoid them.

Fractal modes in unstable resonators (1999)
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Karman, G., Mcdonald, G., New, G., & Woerdman, J. (1999). Fractal modes in unstable resonators. Nature, 402, 138. https://doi.org/10.1038/45960

One of the simplest optical systems, consisting of two mirrors facing each other to form a resonator, turns out to have a surprising property. Here we show that the peculiar eigenmodes of unstable resonators are fractals, a finding that may lead to... Read More about Fractal modes in unstable resonators.

The relevance of GIS in the evaluation of vernacular architecture (1999)
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Ford, M., Elkadi, H., & Watson, L. (1999). The relevance of GIS in the evaluation of vernacular architecture. Journal of Architectural Conservation, 5(3), 64-75. https://doi.org/10.1080/13556207.1999.10785252

In the present climate of financial restrictions, the importance of identifying those buildings that are of greatest value has increased. Identification necessitates knowledge, not only of the architectural and historic worth of a building, but also... Read More about The relevance of GIS in the evaluation of vernacular architecture.