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A Study Of The Relationship Between Personality Preference And Vehicle Type, Nathan Eric Lundin

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Tile researcher examined the association between personality type and primary vehicle driven. The Myers-Briggs Type_lndicator (MBTI) short form was administered to 59 participants. On a questionnaire, respondents chose one of eight vehicle body types. The personality functions of extroversion/ introversion, sensing/intuition, thinking/feeling, and judging/perceiviJ1g were compared within the groups of vehicle type through chi-square analysis - Goodman & Kruskal's tau. No measurable relationships were found at .05 significance.

Effects Of Eeg Biofeedback Treatment On Attention-Deficit Disorders And Learning Disabilities, Kathleen M. Randazzo

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The goal of this study was to measure the effects of EEG biofeedback treatment on attention-deficit disordered and learning disabled subjects. The study was conducted in a private psychologist's office, located in St . Louis County, a suburban section of the mid-West. Subjects for the study were chosen from children and adolescents who had been referred for academic and behavioral problems . The treatment group was composed of thirty eight subjects, who had been diagnosed as having attention deficit disorder and/or a learning disability . A one-group pretest-posttest research design was used. The dependent variables were : theta to beta …

Chained To The Night: An Examination Of The Vampire, All That Remain, Jeffrey Richard Stone

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It is the intent of this project to form an evaluation of the myth and legend of the vampire. It is the intent of the author to use this evaluation to develop an original screenplay.

This project provides a historical foundation by discussing the vampire's legendary existence in different cultures , including the possible birthplace of the vampire myth, Eastern Europe. The author examines works of literature and other mass media to provide a wide spectrum of examples of the myths and legends of the vampire.

The vampire is a mysteriously alluring creature that has evolved from the common myths …

Hard Feelings, An Original Screenplay, Barbara Sachs Kremer

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The central objective of this creative project was to develop an original screenplay and enhance my writing skills in the process. The project consists of five chapters, the first being an introduction that provides an overview of the project.

Chapter II chronicles the progression of a screenwriter's training through a review of the books read that contributed to this project: four about writing in general, ten concerning fiction writing, fifteen on screenwriting in particular, two focusing on psychology, six about the movie business and film history, and one book about media aesthetics. Chapter ill provides a detailed view of the …

Leadership: Changes Necessary To Remain Globally Competitive In The Twenty-First Century, Donna M. Ludewig

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Ibis thesis will focus on the study of leadership, and modifications a leader must make in leadership direction so that corporations' leaders will empower their employees to perform each task successfully.

Research has suggested many people do not understand the meaning of the term leadership, because it is difficult to measure objectively and define. Leaders normally are not born with leadership skills, but leadership is learned through classroom studies and monitors who possess excellent leadership talent. Organizations must develop new leaders who enhance new ideas. Leaders must communicate effectively, manage the performance of others, analyze situations and use good judgement. …

Empowerment Through Motivational Tactics, Kathleeen M. Bruno

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This thesis will focus on the study of empowerment and motivation tactics that are used to increase the action and interest of employees to improve performance. Empowering and motivating others in the pursuit of organizational objectives is one of the most challenging roles of management in today's workforce. A look into past. present. and future methods will be traveled to provide a better understanding of which motivators are the most successful and what tactics are most useful in empowering employees from management's point of view, while at the same time fulfilling the physical and psychological requirements of the employer.

Empowerment …

Trauma Symptoms In Sexual Abuse Counselors At Centers Funded By The Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault, Cynthia Michele Presson

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There were two purposes of this study . The first was to describe the demographic nature of counselors at the 30 Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault (!CASA) funded centers and their responses to a trauma symptom checklist developed for use with sexual abuse victims. The second purpose was to determine if there is a significant difference in the means of responses to the Trauma Symptom Checklist=33 when sub jects were divided into two categories . Subjects (N=81) were placed in the nominal categories of Victims (those who reported personal sexual trauma, N=41, 50.6%) and Non-Victims (those who did not report …

Dynamic Model Update Program, Feroz Ahmed

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This thesis presents a general method to modify the properties of a finite element model of a structure to better correlate analytical (FE) modal data with experimental modal data. A FORTRAN program to correlate finite element and experimental results of a structure by executing a Cross-Orthogonality check was developed. Sensitivity coefficients of a structure were generated to tune the FE model to match the experimental model. These sensitivity coefficients were generated through sensitivity analysis which illustrates the change in response of a structure for known changes in parameters. This thesis covers the theory, procedure, and application of sensitivity analysis. Sensitivity …

Principles And Simulation Of Straight Boomerang, Nicolas Restrepo

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There has been a lot of research done on the regular boomerang but little or none has ever been done on the straight boomerang. This not so popular toy does behave as a boomerang but the physics governing its flight are very different from those governing the regular boomerang's flight. In order to understand what makes the straight boomerang come back, high speed photography was used. It was concluded that the autorotation phenomenon played an important role during the flight. A mathematical model was then developed and the flight dynamics of the boomerang incorporating its actual behavior was simulated using …

Hybrid-Electric Vehicle Design And Applications, Eric Adams

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This paper discusses the considerations involved in hybrid-electric vehicle design. The tradeoffs between issues such as drive scheme/arrangement, motor choice, batteries, and temperature control are investigated. The technologies and components which are currently available, and those which are likely in the near future, are described. A sport utility vehicle is taken as a specific case study because they are very popular and relatively inefficient. Calculations indicate that a hybrid sport utility vehicle with all wheel drive is feasible using existing components. The next generation vehicle using new technologies is also predicted.

A Study In The Application Of Shock Response, Spectrum Analysis To Disk Drive Shipping And Handling Shock Tests, Kenneth Neuburg

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Disk drives have been around since the 1950's. Since their inception, disk drives have undergone significant improvements and considerable downsizing. Personal computers and lap top versions have fueled increased demand for smaller, more powerful disk drives. To keep up with this demand and the need for greater disk drive performance, many electronic firms are sourcing OEM drives for their product lines. Although the basic disk drive components are similar, one should not assume that all drives are created or evaluated equally. Beyond the obvious mechanical design differences, supplier fragility specifications seem to be creating a form of "specmanship". This term …

A Case Study To Determine The Feasibility Of On-Line Ink Jet Printing Of Bar Codes Onto Corrugated Shipping Containers, Richard Allen Lapinski

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The Permeation Of Volatile Compounds Through Acrylonitrile Polymers Films, Juan Escobar

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The increasing use of polymeric films for packaging food is challenging the industry with two very critical facts: aromatic constituents of foodstuffs can either be absorbed by the packaging materials or permeate through the polymers and escape from the package. The packaging and food industries are constantly researching new packaging materials and systems which present alternatives to overcome these problems. In order to evaluate polymers' performance, it is then necessary to develop new testing equipment to prove their barrier efficiency . This study analyzed and compared the characteristics of three barrier materials: BarexR 210, BicorR 84, and BicorR 70 by …

A Question Of Balance: Constructing A Mobile Software Simulator, Michael Wulf Axelrod

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Initial inspiration for this project comes from the world of moving sculptures called mobiles. Artists such as Alexander Calder have pioneered the way by showing the world that mobiles can do more than entertain infants. This project brings the world of moving scultures to the computer and extends the artistic role mobiles can play for the average person. The primary objective of this project was to design and implement a tool to create and visualize simple mobiles. The application was to be flexible and easy to use. So easy in fact that a child should be able to construct a …

Simple Network Management Protocol, Latha Sundaresan

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Speech Discrimination Using Wavelets And Zero Crossing Counting, Craig Martin

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Food Research And Product Development And Packaging Practices, Issues And Strategies In Thailand, Grit Thangsupanich

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This thesis examines some of the institutions and organizations that play an important role in food research and product development. Packaging practices, issues and strategies in both the public and private sectors in evidence throughout Thailand are also explored. To gain a better perspective of packaging strategies in Thailand, political and economic considerations in the Asia Pacific region are taken into account. Since packaging and packaging materials are vital to growing and newly emerging economies, just as they are to mature economies, issues pertaining to seafoods, pineapples and other fruits, packaged drinks, beer, the packaging of processed chicken and duck …

A Comparative Examination Of The Physical Properties Of Recycled, High-Performance And Virgin-Kraft Linerboards And Combined Boards, Jeffrey Vilenski

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The most recent advances in corrugated quality involve the use of recycled linerboard. Recycled linerboard has improved by both enhancing the quality of the source pulp and refinements in the recycling process itself. This examination compared both linerboard and combined board using 100% recycled pulp, virgin-kraft material, as well as a high-performance material.

A Study Of F-Flute's Feasibility As A Substitute For Folding Carton, Oranuch Khlangkamhaengdech

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In the paperboard packaging industry, which requires high quality graphics and an attractive package, F-flute is well positioned for increased market growth. F-flute has the potential for revolutionizing both corrugated containers and folding cartons. It is the merger of these two technologies, the strength of corrugated combined with the quality printing and structural design of the folding carton, that provide the unique characteristics of stacking strength, low weight and stiffness, F-flute is gaining widespread attention as an alternative to paperboard folding cartons. There are few quantitative studies on F-flute to support the arguments that F-flute box provides better packaging attributes …

Frames Ate The Art, Frames Are The Art, The Camera Is The Art, The Text Is The Art, The Thing Is The Art, Art Is The Art, Phil Goldwhite

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A Computational Package To Aid The Design And To Evaluate Centrifugal Turbopumps, Hanyung Yoo

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The CPAC( Centrifugal Pump Analysis Code) is a one-dimensional meanline pump analysis code which predicts performances of centrifugal pumps at design and off-design conditions based on pump geometries and operating conditions. The PC version of the CPAC is based on Loss Isolation Code (LSISO) which was written in the early 1970s for NASA Lewis Research Center and the code developed previously at RIT which runs on VAX/VMS environment. This new version of CPAC is written with Visual Basic Programming language to work on personal computers. CPAC is a menu-driven and userfriendly code with online help manual. The following enhancements were …

Ascension, Clifford M. Commanday

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"I look upon life as a series of journeys. This series of forms is devoted to a sense of Ascension, both physical and spiritual." -Clifford M Commanday This statement accompanied my thesis show at the Bevier Gallery, and clearly and simply describes the intent of my thesis. One of the strongest characteristics I see present within all the journeys of my life thus far is a desire to succeed and advance: to ascend. I have made a series of sculptures focused on communicating these feelings. This thesis is divided into three sections: I will discuss my metaphor of ascension, describe …

Experimental And Analytical Investigation Of The Bubble Nucleation Characteristics In Subcooled Flow, Michael D. Cartwright

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An experimental and analytical study of bubble nucleation characteristics for a polished aluminum surface under sub-cooled flow boiling of water is conducted. A high magnification (up to 1350X) microscope and an atomic force magnifier were used to visualize the aluminum surface to determine a range of cavity sizes on the heater surface as well as gain insight into the shape of the cavity. A high-speed camera was incorporated to study the actual bubble nucleation from these cavities. A review of existing theoretical models available in literature to predict bubble nucleation characteristics in flow boiling is also presented. A new bubble …

Mental Pictures Drawings And Objects, Deborah Rieders

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Overcoming Limitations, Debra Barton

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The Effect Of Glucose Oxidase On Reducing Headspace Oxygen In An Airtight Package, Meredith Mchugh

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The objective of this study was to determine the effect of Glucose Oxidase in reducing headspace oxygen in an airtight package. Glucose Oxidase (0.05%) was included in the standard recipe for mayonnaise. A 0.10 ml of headspace gas was removed daily for 10 days from 15 jars of mayonnaise. Results indicated that headspace oxygen was reduced by the Glucose Oxidase. These results indicate that Glucose Oxidase may replace synthetic antioxidants used in food packaging currently. Studies may be continued to research the possibility of the reaction continuing after the product is opened to extend shelf life.

Availability And Use Of Food Resources By Two Species Of Automolus (Aves, Furnariidae), Grace Patricia Servat-Valenzuela

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Foraging specialization is one mechanism that has been hypothesized to promote species coexistence and, thus, higher bird species diversity in tropical forests. Dead-leaves suspended in vegetation above the forest floor constitute a focal substrate that may promote specialization (Rosenberg 1990a, b). In a study locality in Amazonia, Remsen and Parker (1984) reported 16 species of birds closely associated with this system. Therefore, it represents a microcosm of high diversity in tropical forests. As such, one natural question is how this substrate can support so many coexisting species, and at what level does specialization occur? In the present study, I address …

An Investigation Into Artificial Intelligence Based Generative Computer Process Planning, William Tereshkovich

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The process planning function can be further optimized with the introduction of an intelligent software package such as an Artificial Intelligence based Generative Computer Process Planning System. An AI based CAPP system, also categorized as an expert system, provides the vital link between design and manufacture, a "bridge" of knowledge in the information chain of manufacturing engineering. With the increasing role of computers in the process planning function, planning has become easier, faster, and more efficient.

This thesis provides an explanation of the process planning function and how artificial intelligence will improve it. Topics in AI techniques and procedures, knowledge …

Volatilization Of Contaminants From Wastewater, Shaoyan Wu

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Emission of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from many industrial wastewater treatment facilities are a major source of air pollution, and getting much attention from EPA. In order to determine "Best Available Control Technology" and "Lowest Achievable Emission Rate" for controlling emissions of VOCs from industrial wastewater, the accurate estimation of VOCs emission rate and realistic modeling of contaminant volatilization are required.

In this research, the volatilization of three compounds (Toluene, Xylene, and Aniline) were studied under varying aeration, stirring, and quiescent scenarios. The concentrations of contaminant were analyzed by HPLC. Experimental rate constants were obtained by using the first order …

Illustrated Lexicon Of Technical Terms Used In The Condition Report Of Photographs, Patricia Acuña Castrellon

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