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Two-colour helmholtz solitons with a defocusing Kerr nonlinearity (2011)
Thesis
Bostock, C. Two-colour helmholtz solitons with a defocusing Kerr nonlinearity. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Multi-colour spatial solitons comprise localised optical waves at distinct temporal frequencies. These components (which may be bright-like and/or darklike in nature) tend to overlap in the propagation plane of a waveguide, allowing the interplay... Read More about Two-colour helmholtz solitons with a defocusing Kerr nonlinearity.

The effects of expectation on the perception of soundscapes (2011)
Thesis
Bruce, N. The effects of expectation on the perception of soundscapes. (Thesis). University of Salford

This thesis discusses how expectation is a contributory factor in the perception of soundscapes. "Soundscape" is a term attributed to R.Murray Schafer to define the acoustic environment, a recent ISO workgroup has proposed a formal definition as th... Read More about The effects of expectation on the perception of soundscapes.

Terrestrial laser scanning measurements to characterise temporal changes in forest canopies (2011)
Thesis
Cardozo, F. Terrestrial laser scanning measurements to characterise temporal changes in forest canopies. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Light detection and ranging (lidar) systems are active sensors capable of creating a permanent three-dimensional (3D) record of forest canopy structure. This 3D characterisation can provide increased accuracy for aboveground biomass estimates in h... Read More about Terrestrial laser scanning measurements to characterise temporal changes in forest canopies.

Neighbourly matters surveying practice : a critical examination of a specialist legal aspect of the professional knowledge base of chartered building surveyors (2011)
Thesis
Chynoweth, P. Neighbourly matters surveying practice : a critical examination of a specialist legal aspect of the professional knowledge base of chartered building surveyors. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The thesis addresses the subject of 'neighbourly matters' - a specialist area of legal consultancy undertaken by members of the chartered building surveying profession. The specialism deals with the impact of property development on neighbouring pr... Read More about Neighbourly matters surveying practice : a critical examination of a specialist legal aspect of the professional knowledge base of chartered building surveyors.

Investigation into descaling of production tubing in oil and gas wells (2011)
Thesis
El Kamkhi, M. Investigation into descaling of production tubing in oil and gas wells. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford,

One of the most common production problems in oil and gas fields is scale deposition within oil and gas wellbores. Scale formation in surface and subsurface oil and gas production equipment has been recognised to be a major operational problem. The e... Read More about Investigation into descaling of production tubing in oil and gas wells.

A study of the bond performance of brickwork triplets made using modified mortar (2011)
Thesis
Elbeskeri, R. A study of the bond performance of brickwork triplets made using modified mortar. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The shear strength of masonry is the function of many factors, but current research indicates that bond quality is the primary factor. The bond strength is a key parameter representing structural integrity and water-tightness of the masonry system.... Read More about A study of the bond performance of brickwork triplets made using modified mortar.

The role of technology transfer in improving manpower capability in private house building companies in Libya (2011)
Thesis
Elgrari, O. The role of technology transfer in improving manpower capability in private house building companies in Libya. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

During the last few decades, major transfers of enterprises ownership from public to private sector have taken place around the world, as there is strong evidence supporting the positive effects of privatisation. This change in the structure of eco... Read More about The role of technology transfer in improving manpower capability in private house building companies in Libya.

Interaction between electronic communication and perceived success in UAE construction projects (2011)
Thesis
El-Saboni, M. Interaction between electronic communication and perceived success in UAE construction projects. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The purpose of this research is to study the effectiveness of the electronic systems of communication that are widely used during different phases of construction projects, and to evaluate their contribution toward the success of projects. The mech... Read More about Interaction between electronic communication and perceived success in UAE construction projects.

Geomorphological effectiveness and maintenance of a riffle-pool sequence (2011)
Thesis
Entwistle, N. Geomorphological effectiveness and maintenance of a riffle-pool sequence. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Riffle-pool sequences in gravel-bed rivers provide the template for a number ol fish and invertebrate habitats and their morphological complexities create spatial hydraulic variation over the flow regime that is logistically impossible to measure c... Read More about Geomorphological effectiveness and maintenance of a riffle-pool sequence.

Blood glucose level prediction for diabetic patients using intelligent techniques (2011)
Thesis
Eskaf, K. Blood glucose level prediction for diabetic patients using intelligent techniques. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Diabetes mellitus is one of the most common chronic diseases. The number of cases of diabetes in the world is likely to increase more than two fold in the next 30 years; from 115 million in 2000 to 284 million in 2030. This work is concerned with h... Read More about Blood glucose level prediction for diabetic patients using intelligent techniques.

A real-life system for identifying and monitoring objects for user-specified scenarios in live CCTV (2011)
Thesis
Fairchild, A. A real-life system for identifying and monitoring objects for user-specified scenarios in live CCTV. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Abstract This thesis presents the research and subsequent development of a real life system capable of identifying and monitoring objects for user-specified scenarios in live CCTV video. More specifically, after a review of the state of the art in... Read More about A real-life system for identifying and monitoring objects for user-specified scenarios in live CCTV.

The development of a framework to aid the identification of factors inhibiting bank staff's attitude towards e-banking adoption in Libya (2011)
Thesis
Faraj, M. The development of a framework to aid the identification of factors inhibiting bank staff's attitude towards e-banking adoption in Libya. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in the delivery of banking products and services has triggered a new wave of financial innovation electronic banking technology; more commonly referred to as e-banking technology. A revi... Read More about The development of a framework to aid the identification of factors inhibiting bank staff's attitude towards e-banking adoption in Libya.

The impact of training and development towards women's career advancement in the UK construction industry (2011)
Thesis
Fernando, N. The impact of training and development towards women's career advancement in the UK construction industry. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The lack of women in the UK construction industry has become more prominent in attracting government and industry wide attention due to the potential skill shortage facing the industry, to manage equality and diversity in construction and to have a... Read More about The impact of training and development towards women's career advancement in the UK construction industry.

Detection and epidemiology of Taenia solium in Northern Peru (2011)
Thesis
Guezala Villavicencio, M. Detection and epidemiology of Taenia solium in Northern Peru. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Taenia solium Taen/asis is prevalent in humans in developing countries, and an imported disease in developed countries. It may cause severe or fatal illness when humans ingest eggs and develop larval cysts in the central nervous system (neurocysti... Read More about Detection and epidemiology of Taenia solium in Northern Peru.

Terfenol-D magnetostrictive linear motor (2011)
Thesis
Halkyard, P. Terfenol-D magnetostrictive linear motor. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Actuators and linear motors are a common way to provide single axis motion and force. Rack and pinion, chain, belt, cable, screw, hydraulic and electric solenoid are a few of the many types of actuators available. All have inherent strengths and we... Read More about Terfenol-D magnetostrictive linear motor.

Contextualising the participatory role of BMEs in community regeneration : a requirements and challenge approach (2011)
Thesis
Ijasan, K. Contextualising the participatory role of BMEs in community regeneration : a requirements and challenge approach. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The importance of engaging members of minority communities in the process of community regeneration has been the focus of many governments in the UK. The benefit of doing this has also been well stressed and documented among politicians and member... Read More about Contextualising the participatory role of BMEs in community regeneration : a requirements and challenge approach.

Skelesense : Arabic sign language recognizer, communicator and tutor for the deaf and mute (2011)
Thesis
Khadragi, A. Skelesense : Arabic sign language recognizer, communicator and tutor for the deaf and mute. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The deaf and mute society is a closed society that faces many obstacles in communication with the outside world. Through the use of the sign language the deaf and mute people express themselves to each other and to those who know their signs. There... Read More about Skelesense : Arabic sign language recognizer, communicator and tutor for the deaf and mute.

Analysis of factors affecting the implementation of e-learning in higher education (HE) in Libya (2011)
Thesis
Khashkhush, A. Analysis of factors affecting the implementation of e-learning in higher education (HE) in Libya. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

e-learning means the use of information and communications technology and the inclusion of the internet in teaching and learning, e-learning enhances the learning process by offering a different way of delivering education. Colleges and universit... Read More about Analysis of factors affecting the implementation of e-learning in higher education (HE) in Libya.

Can sustainability be inspired by design from nature? (2011)
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Kirke, M. Can sustainability be inspired by design from nature?. (Thesis). University of Salford

Economically and politically mankind's natural environment has become one of the most important issues within modern society. With the realisation that thousands of years of polluting the earth and stripping its resources without restraint is havi... Read More about Can sustainability be inspired by design from nature?.

Active shielding based on difference potentials (2011)
Thesis
Lim, H. Active shielding based on difference potentials. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Active control of sound is a technique for altering acoustic fields to wanted ones in aimed domains by introducing controllable active secondary sound sources called controls. This thesis describes an active shielding methodology based on differenc... Read More about Active shielding based on difference potentials.