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The seismic analysis of statically designed tall reinforced concrete buildings using the finite element method (2003)
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El-Khawanky, T. The seismic analysis of statically designed tall reinforced concrete buildings using the finite element method. (Thesis). University of Salford, UK

Earthquakes present one of the most devastating hazards on the planet. They threaten the safety of civilians in seismically active regions, and are of extreme concern in applications that demand a high level of safety, i. e. the nuclear industry. Ho... Read More about The seismic analysis of statically designed tall reinforced concrete buildings using the finite element method.

The introduction of information and communications technology into physical communities : an action case study (2003)
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Byrne, B. The introduction of information and communications technology into physical communities : an action case study. (Thesis). University of Salford, UK

The role of information and communications technology, which has been mostly limited to use within business and government organisations, is now moving through society and touching all sections, groups and individuals therein. Information and comm... Read More about The introduction of information and communications technology into physical communities : an action case study.

The impact of Norwegian folk music on Norwegian jazz, 1945-1995 (2003)
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Dickenson, J. The impact of Norwegian folk music on Norwegian jazz, 1945-1995. (Thesis). University of Salford, UK

My research explores the interrelationship between Norwegian folk music and Norwegian jazz from 1945 to 1995 (with updates to 2002) and assesses the extent to which the results can now be considered as constituting an indigenous art form. A short... Read More about The impact of Norwegian folk music on Norwegian jazz, 1945-1995.

A framework for process-driven risk management in construction projects (2003)
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Ceric, A. A framework for process-driven risk management in construction projects. (Thesis). University of Salford, UK

This thesis describes the development of a framework for a systematic approach to risk management in construction projects, whose application in construction practice would lead to changes and improvements in the construction industry. To verify an... Read More about A framework for process-driven risk management in construction projects.

High quality high current ion beam generation and transport systems including plasma-based space charge neutraliser (2003)
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Ito, H. High quality high current ion beam generation and transport systems including plasma-based space charge neutraliser. (Thesis). University of Salford

This thesis discusses the development of an ion beam generation and transport system for the purpose of high current ion implantation and presents a method to achieve high quality beam generation and high transport efficiency. An advanced method of... Read More about High quality high current ion beam generation and transport systems including plasma-based space charge neutraliser.

Haptic communication for remote mobile and manipulator robot operations in hazardous environments (2003)
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Counsell, M. Haptic communication for remote mobile and manipulator robot operations in hazardous environments. (Thesis). University of Salford, UK

Nuclear decommissioning involves the use of remotely deployed mobile vehicles and manipulators controlled via teleoperation systems. Manipulators are used for tooling and sorting tasks, and mobile vehicles are used to locate a manipulator near to... Read More about Haptic communication for remote mobile and manipulator robot operations in hazardous environments.

The behaviour of open spandrel brickwork masonry arch bridges (2003)
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Tao, H. The behaviour of open spandrel brickwork masonry arch bridges. (Thesis). University of Salford, UK

The behaviour of open spandrel brickwork masonry arch bridges (OSBMAB) was studied through model tests and finite element simulations. One three-metre and two five-metre span, full scale OSBMAB were constructed and tested to destruction. Two `partia... Read More about The behaviour of open spandrel brickwork masonry arch bridges.

Urban transport networks and overseas visitors : analysis of the factors affecting usage and the implications for destination management (2003)
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Thompson, K. Urban transport networks and overseas visitors : analysis of the factors affecting usage and the implications for destination management. (Thesis). University of Salford, UK

Whilst transport has repeatedly been identified as an integral component in the tourism system, the relationship between urban public transport networks and visitor behaviour at urban destinations remains largely unexplored. Furthermore, tourist tran... Read More about Urban transport networks and overseas visitors : analysis of the factors affecting usage and the implications for destination management.

A new model of public private partnerships for affordable housing in Malaysia (2003)
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Ong, H. A new model of public private partnerships for affordable housing in Malaysia. (Thesis). University of Salford

Governments all around the world have tried to address the problem of providing adequate and affordable housing to the nation over the last three decades. With no exemption, the Malaysian Government is committed to provide all Malaysians, particularl... Read More about A new model of public private partnerships for affordable housing in Malaysia.

Evaluation of conventional and molecular strategies for the rapid diagnosis and molecular characterisation of strains of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (2003)
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Gilpin, C. Evaluation of conventional and molecular strategies for the rapid diagnosis and molecular characterisation of strains of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. (Thesis). University of Salford, UK

Laboratory diagnosis of tuberculosis is often difficult and time consuming. This study has evaluated some new strategies for improved isolation and detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in clinical specimens. This work was conducted over several y... Read More about Evaluation of conventional and molecular strategies for the rapid diagnosis and molecular characterisation of strains of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

The introduction of knowledge management technology within the British Council : an action research study (2003)
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Venters, W. The introduction of knowledge management technology within the British Council : an action research study. (Thesis). University of Salford, UK

The study describes action research undertaken within the Knowledge Management programme of the British Council, a not-for-profit multinational organisation. An interpretive methodology is adopted because of its appropriateness to the study of rea... Read More about The introduction of knowledge management technology within the British Council : an action research study.

How effective can multimedia be in language and culture learning? (2003)
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Xing, M. How effective can multimedia be in language and culture learning?. (Thesis). University of Salford

This thesis is designed to investigate the potential impact of multimedia on defined aspects of EFL learning practice and to explore the possibility of creating an interactive learning environment via multimedia to raise overseas students' cultura... Read More about How effective can multimedia be in language and culture learning?.

Relationship marketing in the not-for-profit sector : the key to a strategic marketing focus? : the case of the subsidised arts (2003)
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Conway, A. Relationship marketing in the not-for-profit sector : the key to a strategic marketing focus? : the case of the subsidised arts. (Thesis). University of Salford

There is evidence to suggest that not-for-profit organisations generally, and subsidised arts organisations particularly, tend to use marketing for short-term, tactical purposes. This research study considers whether successful subsidised arts orga... Read More about Relationship marketing in the not-for-profit sector : the key to a strategic marketing focus? : the case of the subsidised arts.

Learning from the radical change initiative in British aerospace military aircraft (2003)
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Iqbal, J. Learning from the radical change initiative in British aerospace military aircraft. (Thesis). University of Salford

Academic researchers and practitioners are always keen to know more about organizational practices. Some experts even claim that academic researchers are ignorant about organizational knowledge. Given that the study is an attempt to provide an exe... Read More about Learning from the radical change initiative in British aerospace military aircraft.

Equivalence in scientific and technical translation : a text-in-context-based study (2003)
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Krein-Kuhle, M. Equivalence in scientific and technical translation : a text-in-context-based study. (Thesis). University of Salford

Scientific and technical translation has always played a pivotal role in disseminating knowledge. Today, the domain of science and technology is the main area of translation work. Nevertheless, there is still a discrepancy between the growing need... Read More about Equivalence in scientific and technical translation : a text-in-context-based study.

An evaluation of low income housing project in developing countries case study : Tripoli-Libya (2003)
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Omar, A. An evaluation of low income housing project in developing countries case study : Tripoli-Libya. (Thesis). University of Salford

During the last few decades most developing countries have experienced a rapid growth in population which has resulted in a rapid urbanisation in the form of an expansion of existing towns, coupled with an increasing dependence upon developed count... Read More about An evaluation of low income housing project in developing countries case study : Tripoli-Libya.