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Defining Industry Expectations And Misconceptions Of Art And Technology Co-Creativity, Vanessa C. Brasfield

Department of Computer Graphics Technology Degree Theses

The primary purpose of this study was to establish whether or not students and industry professionals share the same views about what students should be learning in animation education, what skills are necessary, and whether or not students graduating with a bachelor’s degree would be adequately prepared for an entry level position. To establish where misconceptions lie, surveys were issued to three groups: undergraduate students, post-graduate students, and industry professionals. These surveys were then analyzed using paired t-test for validation and question relevance, and ANOVA models to establish whether or not groups shared viewpoints. These data established significance within the …

Sustainable Purchasing Practices: An Investigation Into Current Industry Awareness And Practice., Francis X. Palisi

Purdue Polytechnic Masters Theses

This research study illustrates the growing importance of sustainable purchasing practices and answers two important questions: what is the current awareness of U.S. organizations on sustainable purchasing practices with regards to evaluating, selecting, and retaining suppliers and to what extent are these practices being implemented? The research conducted is based upon an in-depth literature review of green purchasing and sustainability initiatives. With an ever increasing global economy with no intention of slowing down it is ever important to look towards sustainability practices and the biggest impact organizations can make is in the purchasing department. The researcher begins by explaining their …

Network Resilience In Disasters: An Interdisciplinary, International Perspective, Satish Ukkusuri

Changing World Conference

No abstract provided.

Public Health Policies For Breast Cancer Prevention Research: A Global Venture, Sophie A. Lelievre, Ellen Gruenbaum

Changing World Conference

No abstract provided.

Drive-Amplitude-Modulation Atomic Force Microscopy: From Vacuum To Liquids, Miriam Jaafar, David Martinez-Martin, Mariano Cuenca, John Melcher, Arvind Raman, Julio Gomez-Herrero

Birck and NCN Publications

We introduce drive-amplitude-modulation atomic force microscopy as a dynamic mode with outstanding performance in all environments from vacuum to liquids. As with frequency modulation, the new mode follows a feedback scheme with two nested loops: The first keeps the cantilever oscillation amplitude constant by regulating the driving force, and the second uses the driving force as the feedback variable for topography. Additionally, a phase-locked loop can be used as a parallel feedback allowing separation of the conservative and nonconservative interactions. We describe the basis of this mode and present some examples of its performance in three different environments. Drive-amplutide modulation …

Control Of Absorption With Hyperbolic Metamaterials, T.U. Tumkur, Lei Gu, J.K. Kitur, Evgenii E. Narimanov, M.A. Noginov

Birck and NCN Publications

We show that absorption of thin dye-doped polymeric films can be tuned and enhanced ( nearly threefold) by metallic and lamellar metal-dielectric hyperbolic metamaterial substrates. The effect can be controlled by a combination of the substrate's geometry and composition. As the enhancement of absorption is sustained over large range of incidence angles, the demonstrated phenomenon can lead to a variety of important applications, including solar cell technology. (C) 2012 American Institute of Physics. [http://dx.doi.org/10.1063/1.4703931]

Contributing Factors In Piper Pa28 And Cirrus Sr20 Aircraft Accidents, Andrew Franza, Richard Fanjoy

Journal of Aviation Technology and Engineering

A large Midwestern university has recently acquired Cirrus SR20 aircraft to replace an aging Piper PA28-161 fleet. The upgrade to new and more advanced Cirrus aircraft has led to major changes in the flight program curriculum. New training techniques, guidelines, and operating procedures have been introduced to facilitate a successful transition. This study compared contributing factors to fatal accidents in SR20 and PA28-161 aircraft to determine if there are new risks associated with the subject fleet change. Using National Transportation Safety Board data, this study examined probable cause and other pertinent data from fatal accidents over the past ten years. …

A Comparison Of The Effect Of Variations To U.S. Airport Terminal Signage On The Successful Wayfinding Of Chinese And American Cultural Groups, Steve Leib, Brian Dillman, Donald Petrin, John P. Young

Journal of Aviation Technology and Engineering

Processing passengers quickly and efficiently is one of the top goals for airport administrators, and major international gateways have the added challenge of processing passengers representing a variety of cultures and nations. People with diverse cultural backgrounds may interpret signage layouts differently with respect to symbols and text. Consequently, dedicated research into signage perception may provide airport administrators with a more informed sense of how to convey appropriate movement and directional information within their terminals. There are many ways to answer the broad question of what signage encourages passengers to move most efficiently

through an airport terminal. This study focused …

Lead Memory In General Aviation Aircraft Engine Emissions, Randal Demik, Jason Keleher, Natalie Kasak, Julius Keller, Alessandro Mazza, Jordan Raess

Journal of Aviation Technology and Engineering

There is interest from environmental organizations and regulating agencies to eliminate lead and reduce pollutants emitted into the atmosphere from general aviation aircraft using 100LL aviation gasoline (Avgas). 100SF (Swift Fuel) is under development by Swift Enterprises as a lead free general aviation alternative fuel product. The purpose of this study is to determine the amount of time required for engines to be free of lead emissions when first introduced to operation using 100SF. This study also investigated the lead cleansing decay profiles of the aircraft engines under 100SF initial operations. Results of this study revealed that a mean engine …

Designing Design Squad: Developing And Assessing A Children’S Television Program About Engineering, Daniel David Frey, Benjamin Powers

Journal of Pre-College Engineering Education Research (J-PEER)

This paper describes a multi-media outreach campaign intended to increase children’s knowledge of engineering and to improve the public image of the profession. The central element is a reality-based show entitled Design Squad, whose first season was broadcast on public television stations beginning in the spring of 2007. The show was developed through iterations of prototype episodes and formative assessment with focus groups. The program features two teams of teenagers competing to solve engineering challenges posed by clients. Design Squad highlights the excitement and enjoyment that come from creative technical work. The contestants use modern components including microcontrollers, sensors, and …

Research On The Relationship Between Story And The Popularity Of Animated Movies, Meng Wang

Department of Computer Graphics Technology Degree Theses

Over the past ten years, animated films have become increasingly more important to the movie industry. Their increasing popularity is evident when looking at box office hits like Shrek, Kongfu Panda, and Iceage, to name a few.

No one will deny that some animated movies are more attractive to audiences than others. Previous studies show that a film’s story is the decisive factor that makes a film a success or a flop. The story plays a central role in bringing in an audience and thus determing a film’s critical acclaim and financial success. The story concept ties …

Research On The Relationship Between Story And The Popularity Of Animated Movies, Meng Wang

Purdue Polytechnic Masters Theses

Over the past ten years, animated films have become increasingly more important to the movie industry. Their increasing popularity is evident when looking at box office hits like Shrek, Kongfu Panda, and Iceage, to name a few.

No one will deny that some animated movies are more attractive to audiences than others. Previous studies show that a film’s story is the decisive factor that makes a film a success or a flop. The story plays a central role in bringing in an audience and thus determing a film’s critical acclaim and financial success. The story concept ties …

Living On The Edge:The Cost/Benefit Perceptions Of Tornadosafe Rooms On The Periphery Of Tornado Alley, Gerard Kuntz

Purdue Polytechnic Masters Theses

Abstract

There is a lack of correlation between the believed and actual threat of tornadoes on the periphery of Tornado Alley. The purpose of this project is to record the perceptions of homeowners and realtors of the threat posed by tornadoes in a specific geographic location and the need of tornado safe rooms to mitigate that threat and/or provide peace of mind from the potential of that threat.

The research included surveying real estate agents and residents within the specified geographic location. Real estate agents were polled for their past experience in selling properties with tornado safe rooms, and present …

Acoustic Emission Detection Of Metals And Alloys During Machining Operations, Jameson K. Nelson

Purdue Polytechnic Masters Theses

Nelson, Jameson K. M.S., Purdue University, May 2012. Acoustic Emission Detection of Metals and Alloys During Machining Operations. Major Professor: Rodney G. Handy.

Practical correlation between material deformation attributes and theoretical concepts of machining has proven difficult to attain. The purpose of this study was to further explore trends and relationships using acoustic emission detection of materials undergoing single-point lathe turning machine processes. The majority of machining experiments that incorporate acoustic emissions focuses on tool degradation for the purposes of optimizing consumables required to manufacture mechanical devices. Experiments were implemented varying recording location, mechanical barrier condition, and machine parameters. The …

Effects Of Augmented Reality Presentations On Consumer's Visual Perception Of Floor Plans, April L. Lutheran

Department of Computer Graphics Technology Degree Theses

Home architects and designers use many types of presentation drawings to convey design ideas. Augmented reality is a relatively new technology that can be used to aid in design and marketing for residential builders. An augmented reality presentation provides a more complete idea of a design than other presentations such as 3D model renderings and hand drawn artist sketches. While designers are accustomed to visualizing 2D plans, this task is difficult for home buyers. This difficulty has been associated with lower spatial ability in people who are not accustomed to reviewing plans. Augmented reality can be used to make visualization …

Airline Quality Rating 2012, Brent D. Bowen, Dean E. Headley

Airline Quality Rating Report

The Airline Quality Rating (AQR) was developed and first announced in early 1991 as an objective method for assessing airline quality on combined multiple performance criteria. This current report, the Airline Quality Rating 2012, reflects monthly Airline Quality Rating scores for calendar year 2011. AQR scores for 2011 are based on 15 elements in four major areas that focus on airline performance aspects important to air travel consumers.

The Airline Quality Rating 2012 is a summary of month-by-month quality ratings for U.S. airlines that are required to report performance by virtue of having at least 1% of domestic scheduled-service passenger …

I Hear The Train A Comin' -- From The Paris Of The Plains, Greg Tananbaum

Against the Grain

No abstract provided.

Something To Think About -- What Are We About?, Mary E. (Tinker) Massey

Against the Grain

No abstract provided.

And They Were There: Reports Of Meetings -- Asa Annual 2012 Conference And The 31st Annual Charleston Conference, Sever Bordeianu

Against the Grain

No abstract provided.

From The Reference Desk, Tom Gilson

Against the Grain

No abstract provided.

The Refugee Returns Home: An Mls In Corporate America, Kate Kosturski

Against the Grain

No abstract provided.

Booklover -- Percussion, Donna Jacobs

Against the Grain

No abstract provided.

Op Ed -- Pelikan's Antidisambiguation: "Being Careful What We Wish For...", Michael P. Pelikan

Against the Grain

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@Brunning: People & Technology: At The Only Edge That Means Anything / How We Understand What We Do, Dennis Brunning

Against the Grain

No abstract provided.

Biz Of Acq -- An Environmental Analysis Corroborating Pda And The Winthrop Example, Antje Mays, Michelle Flinchbaugh

Against the Grain

No abstract provided.

Atg Interviews Dr. Mehdi Khosrow-Pour, Tom Gilson, Katina Strauch

Against the Grain

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Biophysics - Cornell University, Dianne Dietrich

Data Curation Profiles Directory

This data curation profile focuses on a data set generated by a researcher studying the physical interactions of proteins. Specifically, he used small angle x-ray scattering in order to examine how proteins respond to a light stimulus. The data management needs involve making available and linking the refined data to publications. There are some concerns about making the raw data available due to the potential for misinterpretation and also the effort require to make it available.

A Longitudinal Investigation Of Project–Based Instruction And Student Achievement In High School Social Studies, Emily J. Summers, Gail Dickinson

Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-Based Learning

This longitudinal study focused on how project–based instruction (PBI) influencedsecondary social studies students’ academic achievement and promoted College andCareer Readiness (CCR). We explored and compared student achievement in a PBI highschool versus a traditional instruction high school within the same rural school district.While previous literature indicated that PBI involved more preparation time and a steeperlearning curve for both teachers and students, we found that in high school social studies,students’ achievement gains actualized within one year. PBI students outperformedpeers who learned from a traditional curriculum in both social studies achievement andCCR preparedness.

“I Know This Is Supposed To Be More Like The Real World, But . . .”: Student Perceptions Of A Pbl Implementation In An Undergraduate Materials Science Course, Holly R. Henry, Andrew A. Tawfik, David H. Jonassen, Robert A. Winholtz, Sanjeev Khanna

Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-Based Learning

This qualitative case study examines the initial implementation of a problem-based versionof an undergraduate course in materials science for the purpose of identifying areasof improvement to the curriculum prior to a planned second implementation. The coursewas designed around problems that students work in small teams to solve under the guidanceof facilitators, with early sequence problems designed to foster the problem-solvingskills required to succeed in the course. This report describes students’ impressions ofand experiences in the course as they worked to solve the final problem at the end of thesemester and compares those impressions, where applicable, to impressions gatheredafter they had …

Jewish Identity And Jewish-Christian Dialogue: A View From Argentina, Abraham Skorka

Claritas: Journal of Dialogue and Culture

This article emphasizes the dramatic need for a deep and substantial dialogue between Christians and Jews in the present. Abraham Joshua Heschel’s call, in his famous “No Religion is an Island,” is presented as an actual message for today. It is shown that despite the clashes between Jews and Christians since the very beginning of Christianity, generations of great Jewish scholars have stressed the importance of the interfaith dialogue for the construction of a better humanity. A review of the very important development of the Jewish–Catholic dialogue since Nostra Aetate in Argentina is also presented.