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Mobile Device-Based Location Services Accuracy, Hasan Seyyedhasani, Joseph S. Dvorak, Michael P. Sama, Tim S. Stombaugh
Mobile Device-Based Location Services Accuracy, Hasan Seyyedhasani, Joseph S. Dvorak, Michael P. Sama, Tim S. Stombaugh
Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Faculty Publications
The objective of this study was to characterize the expected position accuracy when using popular mobile devices for location-based agricultural decision-making activities. This study utilized Android-based Nexus 7 tablets and tested the operation of the three location services available on this system in a 24-h fixed location test and a shorter duration multiple location field test. In the 24-h test, the “network” location system had a measured error of 37.19 m while reporting an accuracy of 55.56 m. The “gps” location system had a measured error of 2.57 m and a reported accuracy of 3.20 m. Multiple tests were conducted …
Usability Simplified: A Basic Guide To Undertaking Effective Usability Testing, Garrison Reeves
Usability Simplified: A Basic Guide To Undertaking Effective Usability Testing, Garrison Reeves
Professional Writing and Information Design Capstone Projects
Usability can be complicated but I provide simple guidelines to effective usability. Every product has an intended purpose, and the scope and aim of usability testing is measuring if a product meets this purpose with regards to a user. Testing is used in many fields, but I intend to focus on user-centered interaction design and how to test when designing and developing such a product. I provide a simple head-start to usability testing based off of my research. Usability testing is a technique used for evaluating a product by testing the product on users who are part of the respective …
On The Accuracy Of Dose Prediction Near Metal Fixation Devices For Spine Sbrt, Zhangkai J. Cheng, Regina M. Bromley, Bradley M. Oborn, Martin Carolan, Jeremy T Booth
On The Accuracy Of Dose Prediction Near Metal Fixation Devices For Spine Sbrt, Zhangkai J. Cheng, Regina M. Bromley, Bradley M. Oborn, Martin Carolan, Jeremy T Booth
Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences - Papers: Part A
The metallic fixations used in surgical procedures to support the spine mechanically usually consist of high-density materials. Radiation therapy to palliate spinal cord compression can include prophylactic inclusion of potential tumor around the site of such fixation devices. Determination of the correct density and shape of the spine fixation device has a direct effect on the dose calculation of the radiation field. Even with the application of modern computed tomography (CT), under- or overestimation of dose, both immediately next to the device and in the surrounding tissues, can occur due to inaccuracies in the dose prediction algorithm. In this study, …
Comparison Of Selected Differential Producing, Ultrasonic And Magnetic Flow Meters, Johnny B. Prettyman, Michael C. Johnson, Steven L. Barfuss
Comparison Of Selected Differential Producing, Ultrasonic And Magnetic Flow Meters, Johnny B. Prettyman, Michael C. Johnson, Steven L. Barfuss
Civil and Environmental Engineering Faculty Publications
Selecting the best flow meter for a specific application can be challenging because of the many types and designs of flow meters, with each having its own merits and drawbacks. Illustrating these specific benefits and drawbacks can help the buyer select the meter best suited for the desired application. The flow meters investigated in this research include five designs of differential-pressure meters (i.e., differential-producing), a magnetic flow meter, and an ultrasonic flow meter. The differential meters included the Venturi designs, the wedge flow meter, and the V-cone meter. Testing was completed at the Utah Water Research Laboratory to quantify the …