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Design And Development Methods For Project Mis, William F. Morwood Jan 1976

Design And Development Methods For Project Mis, William F. Morwood

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Television And The American Juror, Katherine A. Nathan Jan 1976

Television And The American Juror, Katherine A. Nathan

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Analytical And Experimental Investigation Of Pumped Solar Hot Water Systems, Jeffrey B. Pearce Jan 1976

Analytical And Experimental Investigation Of Pumped Solar Hot Water Systems, Jeffrey B. Pearce

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

A transient computer model of a forced circulation solar hot water system has been developed. The model allows for capacitance effects by solving the energy balances on a four node model of the solar collector. The tank model is designed to include the presence of an auxiliary heater and to allow for the nonideal condition of load drawoff. Five tests were done to validate the computer model. These tests include a comparison of the computer simulation with experimental data and a model available in the literature. The results of these tests indicate that the computer model is able to predict …


Programmed Activity For The Training Of Observers, Mary Elizabeth Plauche Jan 1976

Programmed Activity For The Training Of Observers, Mary Elizabeth Plauche

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No abstract provided.


Evaluation And Use Of Dynamic Analysis Capabilities Of Ices Strudl Ii, Hugh M. Roberts Jan 1976

Evaluation And Use Of Dynamic Analysis Capabilities Of Ices Strudl Ii, Hugh M. Roberts

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No abstract provided.


A Computer Graphics Analysis Of A Freeway Merge Control System, Thomas Alan Risher Jan 1976

A Computer Graphics Analysis Of A Freeway Merge Control System, Thomas Alan Risher

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

In 1975, C.S. Bauer completed a doctoral dissertation at the University of Florida which treated the Green Band Merging Control System on I-75 in Tampa, Florida. In this work, Bauer suggested the possibility for the use of computer graphics as a toll for analysis of the bands generated by the Green Band Control System Simulation developed in his dissertation. The use of computer generated movies of the bands displayed to ramp drivers by the system allows the comparison of various band control strategies without the need for field implementation and testing. With the goal of producing such films in mind, …


System Safety In Rail Transportation, Quave Norvell Smith Jan 1976

System Safety In Rail Transportation, Quave Norvell Smith

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

This thesis "System Safety in Rail Transportation," is addressed to an individual having a basic technical background but little or no experience in this field. The thesis discusses the need for and the benefits to be obtained by using system safety techniques and principles in the railroad industry. Examples of typical railroad accidents are reviewed, and it is pointed out that analysis of the hazards in the railroad industry prior to the accidents would have identified problems which eventually resulted in the accidents. The system safety approach, which was developed for use in the aerospace and aviation fields, has proved …


Ego-Involvement As An Alternative Measure Of Resistance To Persuasion, William J. Snider Jan 1976

Ego-Involvement As An Alternative Measure Of Resistance To Persuasion, William J. Snider

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No abstract provided.


A Study Of Differences In Vertical Phosphorus Profiles Within The Sediments Of Selected Florida Lakes As Related To Trophic Dynamics, Edgar Allen Stewart Iii Jan 1976

A Study Of Differences In Vertical Phosphorus Profiles Within The Sediments Of Selected Florida Lakes As Related To Trophic Dynamics, Edgar Allen Stewart Iii

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

Several Florida lakes with different documented trophic state indices were selected for sediment analysis. Vertical sections of the sediment were taken at depths of .1, .5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10 and l5 centimeters below the surface of the sediment-water interface. Total Phosphorus analysis was done on each section. The profile presented was then evaluated and was found that the profiles best fit the equation Y = X/ (A + BX), where Y is the Phosphorus Concentration in ppm and X is the sediment depth in cm. Correlation between the trophic state and the profiles characteristics are presented. …


A Psycholinguistic Analysis Of The Generative Grammar Of Intermediate Grade Blacks In A Central Florida School, Carolyn Jean Tavzel Jan 1976

A Psycholinguistic Analysis Of The Generative Grammar Of Intermediate Grade Blacks In A Central Florida School, Carolyn Jean Tavzel

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Techniques For Determination Of Complex Permittivity Of Dielectric Materials At Microwave Frequencies, Witold J. Trett Jan 1976

Techniques For Determination Of Complex Permittivity Of Dielectric Materials At Microwave Frequencies, Witold J. Trett

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No abstract provided.


The Effect Of Sweep Rates On Linear Polarization Resistance Measurements, Ronald S. Tulino Jan 1976

The Effect Of Sweep Rates On Linear Polarization Resistance Measurements, Ronald S. Tulino

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

A study of Linear Polarizations Resistance Measurements for silver metal immersed in a solution of AgNO3 and HNO3 to determine the effect of varying potential sweep rates has been made. Results indicate that for the system under investigation the Polarization Resistance is a non-linear function of potential sweep rate.


A Comparative Study Of Forecasting Techniques For The Us Air Force Medical Material Management System, Phillip John Van Ess Jan 1976

A Comparative Study Of Forecasting Techniques For The Us Air Force Medical Material Management System, Phillip John Van Ess

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

A computer simulation experiment was conducted to evaluate and compare five individual forecasting models across nine different demand patterns. The models were based on the Medical Materiel Management System used by the US Air Force hospitals. Results indicated the best model varied depending on the demand pattern, the safety stock level, the noise level of the demand pattern, and the measure of forecast error. Across all demand patterns, exponential smoothing and 12-month moving average were best for the short term forecast used by the system, regardless of noise level in the demand patterns. Analysis of models within a single demand …


The Political Economy Of Soviet Aid To The Third World, Vimla G. Agrawal Jan 1976

The Political Economy Of Soviet Aid To The Third World, Vimla G. Agrawal

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


The Number Of Dominant Speakers, Participation Time And Leadership Ratings In The Leaderless Group Discussion, H. Ray Berry Jan 1976

The Number Of Dominant Speakers, Participation Time And Leadership Ratings In The Leaderless Group Discussion, H. Ray Berry

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No abstract provided.


Theory Of Eddy Currents For Nondestructive Testing, Craig Charles Biddle Jan 1976

Theory Of Eddy Currents For Nondestructive Testing, Craig Charles Biddle

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

Eddy current inspection methods are used extensively in industry for the nondestructive testing of a wide variety of materials and product applications. The general theory of eddy current inspection is described. Equations defining the depth of penetration are derived from Maxwell's equations. Signal analysis methods are described using coil impedance diagrams. The impedance diagrams for a number of inspection applications are presented. A discussion of the techniques for theoretical calculation of the impedance of a coil is described. Typical coil configurations and instrumentation techniques are discussed.


Properties Of A Dynamic Measure Of Industrial Concentration, Thomas Edward Billings Jan 1976

Properties Of A Dynamic Measure Of Industrial Concentration, Thomas Edward Billings

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

Several commonly used concentration measures are defined and discussed. The Grossack Model of Permanent Industrial Concentration and its three concentration indices are explained. Monte Carlo Techniques are used to generate synthetic data which is then used to compute theoretical values of the Grossack Model Indices. Values of other commonly used concentration indices are computed for comparison purposed. The Grossack Model Indices are then subjected to a variety of statistical tests. The results of these tests are presented and evaluated and a conclusion is drawn.


Programmed Voice Therapy For The Beginning Vocal Fold Pathology Patient, Ann Elizabeth Caton Jan 1976

Programmed Voice Therapy For The Beginning Vocal Fold Pathology Patient, Ann Elizabeth Caton

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No abstract provided.


A Differential Sample And Hold Technique That Rejects Offset Voltages, John Adams Davis Jan 1976

A Differential Sample And Hold Technique That Rejects Offset Voltages, John Adams Davis

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

This research report discussed modern sample and hold theory and techniques and then uses them to develop a new differential sampling concept to solve a real engineering problem, involving the synchronous demodulation of three amplitude modulated direction cosine signals in an unusual noise environment. The problem is discussed in detail and a detailed circuit design solution given. Additionally, the results of a breadboard test of the concept is given that shows the circuit to have a 60dB offset voltage rejection ratio.


An Experimental Study Of The Effects Upon Persuasion Of Sex-Related Expectancy Disconfirmation, Kathleen Mulvey Dennison Jan 1976

An Experimental Study Of The Effects Upon Persuasion Of Sex-Related Expectancy Disconfirmation, Kathleen Mulvey Dennison

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Thermal Control Of An Electronic Enclosure Utilizing A Vapor Chamber, Michael L. Dougherty Jan 1976

Thermal Control Of An Electronic Enclosure Utilizing A Vapor Chamber, Michael L. Dougherty

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

This thesis addresses the problem of extracting heat from sealed electronic enclosures. Typical industry practice is to use various air-to-air and air-to-liquid heat exchangers. These techniques are known to require costly custom designs. This thesis points out how one can apply heat pipe technology in the form of a vapor chamber to solve this type of problem. The details on the design and testing of two prototype vapor chambers are cited. Included in the text are typical industrial applications that require sealed enclosures to protect their associated electronic control hardware. Also mentioned is some historical background on heat pipes.


An Interactive Income Tax Preparation System, Karen W. Ehlert Jan 1976

An Interactive Income Tax Preparation System, Karen W. Ehlert

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

The system described in this research report computes 1975 Federal income tax for those who itemize deductions. The system user calls the program, written in FORTRAN IV, from a computer terminal, and then types answers to questions asked by the program. The user is given the opportunity to make corrections in the answers, and then the system calculates and prints out information necessary the complete IRS Form 1040 and Schedule A. The paper contains a description of the system, and explanation of the program, recommendations for future revision, and suggestions for expansion of the system. Four appendices contain IRS Form …


The Effects Of A Persuasive Communication On The Perception Of A Message Film, Marianell Branum Fink Jan 1976

The Effects Of A Persuasive Communication On The Perception Of A Message Film, Marianell Branum Fink

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

The primary purpose of this study is to examine, in a controlled experimental situation, two variables that might have an effect upon the viewer's perception of a message film. One variable that can be expected to affect perception is the viewer's prior knowledge of the film. This study deals with one specific variable - a published review. Another variable that might affect perception is personality. This study deals with one identified personality type - authoritarian. The message film is the award-winning, five-minute, color, anti-war film, Star Spangled Banner. It was produced and directed by Roger Flint and was released in …


Implementing Multiple-Linked Lists In The Minicomputer-Microcomputer String Processor, C. String, John H. Firestone Jan 1976

Implementing Multiple-Linked Lists In The Minicomputer-Microcomputer String Processor, C. String, John H. Firestone

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

The report will demonstrate how to implement a basic linked-list data structure in RAM for C. STRING. The result of this implementation is Memory Allocation or Data Management which obtains or releases memory space as required in C. STRING. The basic concepts of data structures such as strings, lists and stacks are discussed and the algorithm for allocation of space is developed. The C. STRING user language TOSCL, and the TOSCL parse algorithm with Data Management is described. Finally, the INTEL's Schottky Bipolar LSI microprocessor is microcoded to implement Data Management.


Current Status Of Murine Typhus, Dorothy Wilson Freeman Jan 1976

Current Status Of Murine Typhus, Dorothy Wilson Freeman

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Reproductive Parameters For Nine Avian Species At Moore Creek, Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, G. Tanner Girard Jan 1976

Reproductive Parameters For Nine Avian Species At Moore Creek, Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, G. Tanner Girard

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No abstract provided.


Sewer System Design For Camp Challenge And Determination Of Per Capita Wastewater Flows From Vacation Facilities, William C. Goucher Jan 1976

Sewer System Design For Camp Challenge And Determination Of Per Capita Wastewater Flows From Vacation Facilities, William C. Goucher

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

A sewer system was designed for Camp Challenge of the Florida Easter Seal Society, in Mount Plymouth, Florida, of polyvinyl chloride piping. Invert elevations were tabulized and necessary fittings determined for the system. Cost estimates were also included. The sewers were designed on a per fixture basis so as not to overdesign using per capita flow rates. A literature and records search was conducted to obtain design and actual wastewater flow quantities in gallons per capita per day (gpcd). Actual flows determined from 4 camps and 11 travel trailer parks gave average values of 39 and 33 gpcd, respectively, and …


The Loudness Discomfort Level Test: Its Diagnostic Value In Rubella Deafness, Mark A. Kenzik Jan 1976

The Loudness Discomfort Level Test: Its Diagnostic Value In Rubella Deafness, Mark A. Kenzik

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Energy Resource Allocation Optimization--A Linear Programming Model, Paul F. Hutchins Jan 1976

Energy Resource Allocation Optimization--A Linear Programming Model, Paul F. Hutchins

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

A linear programming model has been developed for a Central Energy Plant which minimizes operational costs for a system involving the generation of chilled water and high temperature hot water plus the generation and/or purchase of electric power with equipment using natural gas or fuel oil energy. The fundamental concepts developed herein are sufficient for the analysis of any combination of energy supplies, demands, and energy conversion equipment. Utilization of this model is demonstrated with a case study and computer program results for high and low temperature environments. The linear programming model approach establishes a well-defined framework for the analysis …


Investigation Of The Pulse Operation Wavelength Characteristics Of Infrared Emitting Diodes, Anton G. Kuhn Jan 1976

Investigation Of The Pulse Operation Wavelength Characteristics Of Infrared Emitting Diodes, Anton G. Kuhn

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.