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Error Sentinel: A Rule-Based Spreadsheet Program For Intelligent Data Entry, Error Correction, And Curation, Kyle Dewey Jun 2011

Error Sentinel: A Rule-Based Spreadsheet Program For Intelligent Data Entry, Error Correction, And Curation, Kyle Dewey

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Within the biological sciences, spreadsheets are commonly used as a data entry and storage medium. While this practice is simple and generally well understood, the unrestrained flexibility of the spreadsheet medium allows errors to accumulate and potentially propagate. Such errors impede accurate analysis, hindering research. The underlying problem is that the error correction facilities of typical spreadsheet programs are lackluster at best, if they exist at all. For this reason, Error Sentinel was developed. Error Sentinel is a spreadsheet program with programmable error correction facilities. These facilities allow users to define exactly what clean data is, along with corrections for …

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Intimate Immensity, Henrik Søderstrøm Jun 2011

Intimate Immensity, Henrik Søderstrøm

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The small house that comprises my visual thesis, made of simple materials reclaimed from junk piles and old houses, was made as worship to the God who spoke the world into existence. This writing is a playful counterpart to my artwork. Water has an amazing ability to transpose itself fluidly across borders, from the atmosphere to the ground to the cells in your body. Its movement is defiant of divisions as it carries nutrients through layers of compost, from rotting biomass to new sprouts. My process of absorbing and using materials is inspired by this cycling. I am interested in …

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Extragradient Methods For Elliptic Inverse Problems And Image Denoising, James Oleksyn Jun 2011

Extragradient Methods For Elliptic Inverse Problems And Image Denoising, James Oleksyn

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Numerous mathematical models in applied mathematics can be expressed as a partial differential equation involving certain coefficients. These coefficients are known and they describe some physical properties of the model. The direct problem in this context is to solve the partial differential equation. By contrast, an inverse problem asks for the identification of the variable coefficients when a certain measurement of a solution of the partial differential equation is available. One of the most commonly used approaches for solving this inverse problem is by posing a constrained minimization problem which can be written as a variational inequality. The main contribution …

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Solving Nonrigid Registration With Sliding And Bending Boundary Conditions, Troy Winkstern Jun 2011

Solving Nonrigid Registration With Sliding And Bending Boundary Conditions, Troy Winkstern

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In the past 20 years, there have been significant advances in the use of medical imaging in patient care. Today, image registration is being used by doctors all over the world to compare computed tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), X-rays, Ultrasound (US), Positron Emission Tomography (PET), and/or Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) images of their patients from different times to formulate an accurate diagnosis. Mathematically, image registration can be posed as an initial boundary value problem (IBVP). When applied to medical imaging, the current boundary conditions being used are not physically meaningful. We are proposing two new boundary …

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Burnout As A Function Of Eysenck’S Neuroticism Factor In Teachers Working With Children With Emotional And Behavioral Disorders, Shannon Prince Jun 2011

Burnout As A Function Of Eysenck’S Neuroticism Factor In Teachers Working With Children With Emotional And Behavioral Disorders, Shannon Prince

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The purpose of this study is to observe the level of neuroticism in special education teachers working with children with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders (EBD) and how it is related to the level of burnout (i.e., chronic state of physical, emotional and mental exhaustion; Center & Steventon, 2001) they experience. Two surveys, Friedman's Questionnaire on Teacher Burnout and Eysenck's Personality Questionnaire Brief Version, were delivered to special education teachers working with EBD students in self-contained classrooms in Western New York. The data were analyzed by correlating the teachers' level of neuroticism with their level of burnout. Results indicated a significant correlation between …

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Modeling The Capacitive Behavior Of Coplanar Striplines And Coplanar Waveguides Using Simple Functions, Jeffrey Abbott Jun 2011

Modeling The Capacitive Behavior Of Coplanar Striplines And Coplanar Waveguides Using Simple Functions, Jeffrey Abbott

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The coplanar waveguide (CPW) structure has been popular for Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC) design due to the wide versatility of its designable impedance. Since its introduction in 1969, it has been utilized in a wide range of applications and consequently has been analyzed extensively for its electrical characteristics. Other planar structures with similar geometries have also received much attention, including the conductor-backed coplanar waveguide (CBCPW) and coplanar stripline (CPS). A common approach for analyzing these planar structures, assuming quasi-TEM mode of operation, involves the use of conformal mapping techniques. The traditional conformal mappings realize special functions allowing for problems …

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Fabrication And Life Cycle Assessment Of Organic Photovoltaics, Annick Anctil Jun 2011

Fabrication And Life Cycle Assessment Of Organic Photovoltaics, Annick Anctil

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Increasing demand for renewable energy has resulted in a new interest for alternative technologies such as organic photovoltaics. With efficiencies exceeding 8% for both polymer and small molecule photovoltaics, organic photovoltaics are now being commercialized due to their flexibility and low weight which allow for their adoption in new applications such as portable electronics, smart fabrics, and building-integrated photovoltaics. To date, most research efforts have been focused on increasing power efficiency with little assessment of potential negative impacts associated with their large scale production. It is generally assumed that organic photovoltaics have low environmental impacts and are by nature inexpensive …

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Effect Of Temperature On The In-Plane Permeability Of The Gas Diffusion Layer Of A Pem Fuel Cell, Rupak Banerjee Jun 2011

Effect Of Temperature On The In-Plane Permeability Of The Gas Diffusion Layer Of A Pem Fuel Cell, Rupak Banerjee

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Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Fuel Cells convert hydrogen into water by causing electrochemical reaction with oxygen, producing an electric current which can be used to power electric motors. This is seen as a viable alternative to the Internal Combustion Engine which operates on fossil fuels and is often blamed for contribution to the global climate change. Due to the low temperature operation, compared to other forms of fuel cells, it is possible to adapt the PEM Fuel Cell for automotive application. By running on hydrogen, the PEM Fuel Cell promises to enable a clean mode of transport. Water vapor transport …

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Warranty Prediction During Product Development: Developing An Event Generation Engine In An Engineer-To-Order Environment, Hee-Rak Kang Jun 2011

Warranty Prediction During Product Development: Developing An Event Generation Engine In An Engineer-To-Order Environment, Hee-Rak Kang

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In order for manufacturing companies to stay competitive, it is necessary to drive warranty system improvements in terms of improved product reliability, improved service delivery efficiency and properly designed warranty policies. However, traditional methods for assessing warranty performance are not always sufficient to alert product development teams of the impending warranty issues. Furthermore, improved assessment methods are needed to aid product development teams make decisions related to the warranty performance of the product. The focus of this research was to develop a framework to integrate statistical inference methods and data mining techniques to create a warranty event generation framework. This …

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Investigating Controller Performance In Hybrid Sofc Systems In The Presence Of Unknown Nonlinearities, William Nowak Jr Jun 2011

Investigating Controller Performance In Hybrid Sofc Systems In The Presence Of Unknown Nonlinearities, William Nowak Jr

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Solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) are energy conversion devices that offer many benefits over various other fuel cell types as a result of high operating temperatures (800-1000 °C). Unfortunately, SOFCs tend to possess poor load following capabilities due to delays along the fuel path and complex system dynamics. Maintaining safe operating conditions during changes in power demand is addressed using a controller designed to regulate the fuel cell current based on fuel flow measurement. In order to compensate for the resulting mismatch between demanded and delivered power, the SOFC system is hybridized with an energy storage device, such as an …

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Dynamical Processes Near The Super Massive Black Hole At The Galactic Center, Fabio Antonini Jun 2011

Dynamical Processes Near The Super Massive Black Hole At The Galactic Center, Fabio Antonini

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Observations of the stellar environment near the Galactic center provide the strongest empirical evidence for the existence of massive black holes in the Universe. Theoretical models of the Milky Way nuclear star cluster fail to explain numerous properties of such environment, including the presence of very young stars close to the super massive black hole (SMBH) and the more recent discovery of a parsec-scale core in the central distribution of the bright late-type (old) stars. In this thesis we present a theoretical study of dynamical processes near the Galactic center, strongly related to these issues. Using different numerical techniques we …

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Extremely Low Overhead Off-Chip Memory Encryption, Michael Sanfilippo Jun 2011

Extremely Low Overhead Off-Chip Memory Encryption, Michael Sanfilippo

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Over the last decade, advancements in performance and efficiency of portable computing devices have allowed them to provide much of the functionality previously restricted to larger computers. Instant communication, GPS navigation, remote banking, and even online shopping are only a few of the activities that can be performed from almost anywhere. However, these conveniences may come at the cost of physical security since portable devices are often operated in a public environment where there is a possibility of being physically exposed or obtained by untrustworthy users. While it is a common practice to secure the data that is transferred from …

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Cuda Accelerated Cone‐Beam Reconstruction, Albert Sze Jun 2011

Cuda Accelerated Cone‐Beam Reconstruction, Albert Sze

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Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) is an imaging method that reconstructs a 3D representation of the object from its 2D X-ray images. It is an important diagnostic tool in the medical field, especially dentistry. However, most 3D reconstruction algorithms are computationally intensive and time consuming; this limitation constrains the use of CBCT. In recent years, high-end graphics cards, such as the ones powered by NVIDIA graphics processing units (GPUs), are able to perform general purpose computation. Due to the highly parallel nature of the 3D reconstruction algorithms, it is possible to implement these algorithms on the GPU to reduce the processing …

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Simulation Model Of Pacinian Corpuscle For Haptic System Design, Daniel Liu Jun 2011

Simulation Model Of Pacinian Corpuscle For Haptic System Design, Daniel Liu

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With the increasing need for tactile feedback in Human Computer Interfaces used in robotics, medical, and mobile devices, there has been an increasing interest in the design of tactile sensors, displays, and complete haptic systems to transfer tactile information to users. These systems have improved users ability to work with remote tools or virtual environments, from enhancing the accuracy of tools like robotic surgery to improving user experiences in virtual reality systems. Despite many advances, the potential of these technologies to provide augmented or realistic sensations of touch is limited in part by the lack of understanding the complex mechanisms …

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Art For Healing; Art For Consciousness Change, Robert Neill Jun 2011

Art For Healing; Art For Consciousness Change, Robert Neill

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From a very early age I have been drawn to create art. I have followed this passion closely throughout my entire life. After acquiring a master's degree in art education, and subsequently, teaching high school art for 3 years I was compelled to enter the MFA program at Rochester Institute of Technology with a concentration in painting and new forms. Through this process, I discovered a great calling. After the first year of study in the MFA program I traveled to Tibet. This journey was instrumental in the formation of my thesis: Art for Healing, Art for Consciousness Change, as …

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Sans Entre Nous, Nancy Flemm Jun 2011

Sans Entre Nous, Nancy Flemm

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2000 ushered in an era of immediate visibility and messaging, that cultivated an idealized social identity while destroying ones personal identity. who we are isn't as important as how we appear. society greatly encourages a detachment from the self in order to obtain public perfection. sans entre nous' quadrigeminal collection visually dialogues identity struggles depicted through our unconscious sensory reactions. the innovative methodologies of intaglio-type printmaking magnify the subject in depth and texture. by virtue of imagery and medium, sans entre nous succeeds in exemplifying the need for self acceptance.

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Ereview, Print Industry Center Jun 2011

Ereview, Print Industry Center

RIT Digital Archives

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Print Review, Print Industry Center Jun 2011

Print Review, Print Industry Center

RIT Digital Archives

The Print Review is produced quarterly exclusively for Affiliates of the Printing Industry Center at RIT.

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Review Of Recruitment Procedures In Kosova's Public Service / [Presentation Given May 2011], Baki Svirca May 2011

Review Of Recruitment Procedures In Kosova's Public Service / [Presentation Given May 2011], Baki Svirca

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This capstone project shows the need for a herculean effort to attract young people, educated and ethically minded for a career in public service. Findings from this report show that public administration should reform the recruitment procedures for a Civil Service that should be accountable and transparent to face the challenges of the Kosova state. The report's main findings indicate that the areas needing attention include: 1) level of education, 2) inadequate recruitment procedures, 3) politicization, 4) numerous movements after each election cycle and 5) lack of promotion.

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Electoral Reform In Kosovo (2010-2015) / [Presentation Given In May 2011], Besnik Osmani May 2011

Electoral Reform In Kosovo (2010-2015) / [Presentation Given In May 2011], Besnik Osmani

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In recent years Kosovo has made efforts to organize elections in accordance with democratic principles. The results from the questionnaire introduced in this project indicate that 60 % of the respondents believe that the electoral process is not credible, citizens do not trust the voting system, and some respondents believe that votes are manipulated. The main objectives of the Capstone Project were to assess the opinion of voters and ascertain some key recommendation for improvement ... The findings and recommendations of this project aim to influence adequate changes in the electoral system in Kosovo and underline the importance to (i) …

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Kosovo's New Customs Declaration Processing System / [Presentation Given In May 2011], Bujar Haxhidauti May 2011

Kosovo's New Customs Declaration Processing System / [Presentation Given In May 2011], Bujar Haxhidauti

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This capstone project assessed available options for new Customs Declaration Processing System for Kosovo Customs. The outcome of the analysis clearly shows that Automated System for Customs Data (ASYCUDA World) of United Nation Conference for Trade Aid and Development is the most suitable system for Kosovo Customs.

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Kosovo Security Force Post 2012 / [Presentation Given On May 17, 2011], Sinan Geci May 2011

Kosovo Security Force Post 2012 / [Presentation Given On May 17, 2011], Sinan Geci

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Since the end of the last war in Kosovo, June 1999, Kosovo has been under the sole defense of thousands of NATO troops who have had the task and duty from security and public order to border security and protection of all residents. Given the fact that NATO and KFOR troops are reducing their presence in Kosovo rapidly, the latter needs to act and strengthen its own security and defense capability in order not to allow any security vacuum in the territory of the Republic of Kosovo in the post 2012 period. Kosovo has been through security challenges, from having …

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Strategic Priorities For Professional Sports Infrastructure In Kosova / [Presentation Given May 16, 2011], Fatmir Kabashi May 2011

Strategic Priorities For Professional Sports Infrastructure In Kosova / [Presentation Given May 16, 2011], Fatmir Kabashi

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There is a serious shortfall in sporting facilities around Kosova. This Capstone Project addresses the problem with the lack of investments in the field of professional sports infrastructure. The project includes a review of capital investments made in the last five years from the central level of the government, namely the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports (MCYS). It also includes analysis of the investment needs and requests made for new professional sports infrastructure based on the number of population and athletes in Kosova. Key national stakeholders have been interviewed, necessary data are collected aiming for them to be evaluated …

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An Analysis Of The Factors Influencing Paper Selection For Books Of Reproduced Fine Art, Brian Gamm May 2011

An Analysis Of The Factors Influencing Paper Selection For Books Of Reproduced Fine Art, Brian Gamm

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Toner-based digital presses are now capable of matching offset lithographic presses in image and print quality. Current trends show increased interest in printing fine art books on digital presses. It is necessary to understand the extent to which digital printing systems are capable of accurately rendering fine-art reproductions. This research analyzed paper properties that maximize image quality and preference for digitally printed fine art reproductions. Four images, representing four art media, were printed on twelve papers using two digital presses. The twelve papers represented different combinations of color, print-show-through, roughness and gloss. A psychophysical experiment was conducted in which observers …

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Reporter - May 5th 2011, Rit Reporter Staff May 2011

Reporter - May 5th 2011, Rit Reporter Staff

University Publications

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Iread: An Application For Enhanced Reader Navigation On E-Reading Tablet Devices, Sarah Fedigan May 2011

Iread: An Application For Enhanced Reader Navigation On E-Reading Tablet Devices, Sarah Fedigan

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As the digital world is becoming more and more a part of people's daily lives, the publishing industry has begun to evolve. The traditional print codex form of the book has been challenged by new technologies that have brought traditional books into the digital world--e-books. Reading has become evermore digital. Many of the current technologies for e-reading, whether it is the devices or the applications, are lacking navigation tools which limit the reader's experience in comparison to reading a printed book. The goal of this thesis project was to design an application for reading e-books, to be used on tablet …

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Experimental Investigation Into Novel Methods Of Reliable And Secure On-Body Communications With Low System Overheads, Jeffrey Wilczewski May 2011

Experimental Investigation Into Novel Methods Of Reliable And Secure On-Body Communications With Low System Overheads, Jeffrey Wilczewski

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Until recently the concept of wearable biosensors for purposes of medical monitoring was restricted to "wired" sensor applications. Recent advances in electronics and wireless communications have made the possibility of removing the "wire" from sensor applications a possibility. These advances have led to the development of small scale, wearable, sensing and communication platforms that can be placed on the human body creating the foundation for a Body Sensor Network (BSN). Body Sensor Networks aim to remove the restrictions that traditional wired sensors impose. The anticipation is that BSNs will permit the monitoring of physiological signals in any environment without limitation, …

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Spherical Distance Metrics Applied To Protein Structure Classification, James Defelice May 2011

Spherical Distance Metrics Applied To Protein Structure Classification, James Defelice

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Observed protein structures usually represent energetically favorable conformations. While not all observed structures are necessarily functional, it is generally agreed that protein structure is closely related to protein function. Given a collection of proteins sharing a common global structure, variations in their local structures at specific, critical locations may result in different biological functions. Structural relationships among proteins are important in the study of the evolution of proteins as well as in drug design and development. Analysis of geometrical 3D protein structure has been shown to be effective with respect to classifying proteins. Prior work has shown that the Double …

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Development Of A Deep Submicron Fabrication Process For Tunneling Field Effect Transistors, Michael Barth May 2011

Development Of A Deep Submicron Fabrication Process For Tunneling Field Effect Transistors, Michael Barth

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The requirements placed upon next-generation devices include high on-state current, low power supply voltages, and low subthreshold swing. Tunneling Field Effect Transistors (TFETs) have been of recent interest because they have the potential to fulfill these requirements. The TFET is a gated tunnel junction. The TFET operates by modulating the probability of band-to-band tunneling between the source and the channel of the device. When the tunnel transistor is off, there is a potential barrier between the source and the channel. The width of this potential barrier is large enough to prevent electrons tunneling from the valence to conduction bands, the …

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Efficient Collision Resolution Protocol For Highly Populated Wireless Networks, Ruslan Dautov May 2011

Efficient Collision Resolution Protocol For Highly Populated Wireless Networks, Ruslan Dautov

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An efficient Medium access control (MAC) protocol is an important part of every wireless system. It prevents multiple devices from accessing the channel at the same time by defining rules for orderly access. Due to the fact that wireless networks have received enormous popularity in the last 10 - 15 years, number of users in these networks increased dramatically. Thus, support of large user population for modern MAC protocol is not an option anymore but a necessity, especially for dense Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs). This work proposes a novel random MAC protocol for wireless networks named BCSMA/CA that can provide …

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