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Emerging Issues In Electronic Contracting, Technical Standards And Law Reform, Jane K. Winn

Articles

The explosive growth of electronic commerce transactions in recent years has added fuel to efforts to harmonize international commercial law. Organizations such as the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT), the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) and the Hague Conference on Private International Law are all participating in an emerging global debate concerning the changes that should be made to the form or substance of international commercial law to accommodate innovation in the technology of international trade.

Many of the important legal issues raised by cross-border electronic commerce in the 1970s and 1980s have …

Recent Developments In Delaware Corporate Law, R. Franklin Balotti, Catherine G. Dearlove, J. Travis Laster

University of Miami Business Law Review

No abstract provided.

A Computational Approach For The Ramsey Numbers R(C_4, K_N), Stanislaw Radziszowski, Kung-Kuen Tse

Articles

For graphs G and H, the Ramsey number R(G,H) is the least integer n such that every 2-coloring of the edges of K_n contains a subgraph isomorphic to G in the first color or a subgraph isomorphic to H in the second color. Graph G is a (C_4, K_n)-graph if G doesn't contain a cycle C_4 and G has no independent set of order n. Jayawardene and Rousseau showed that 21 < = R(C_4,K_7) < = 22. In this work we determine R(C_4, K_7) = 22 and R(C_4,K_8) = 26, and enumerate various families of (C_4, K_n)-graphs. In particular, we construct all (C_4, K_n)-graphs for n < 7, and all (C_4,K_7)-graphs on at least 19 vertices. Most of the results are based on computer algorithms.

Uri Undergraduate And Graduate Course Catalog 2002-2003, University Of Rhode Island

URI Course Catalogs Archive

This is a digitized, downloadable version of the University of Rhode Island course catalog.

2001-2002 Annual Student Assessment Report, Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Assessment Center Reports

Annual Student Assessment Report produced by the SWOSU Assessment Center

The Law And Large Numbers, Paul H. Edelman

Constitutional Commentary, Vols 1–36 (1984–2022)

Book review of Political numeracy: mathematical perspectives on our chaotic constitution. By Michael I. Meyerson. W. W. Norton and Company. 2002. Pp. 9, 287.

Applying The Sciences Of The Natural And The Artificial For An Effective Design, Rachael Mckiness

Honors Capstones

This study examines the current use of quantitative and qualitative research methods for Information Systems research. These research methods may have a tendency to limit the evolution of the Information Systems field; it is thus important to consider a new framework for gathering Information Systems research. The new paradigm proposed is a combination of the science of the natural and the science of artificial. The science of the natural focuses on the characteristics and properties objects have in the real world and how they behave and interact with each other. The science of the artificial is related closely to the …

The Great Debate : Evolution Vs. Creationism, Alan Wilson

Honors Capstones

Should we believe that life was created, or that it evolved over millions of years? Evolution is the fundamental principal of all biology, and although it has a wealth of information in its favot there are still many skeptics that fail to recognize its credibility. The purpose of my thesis is to present this evidence in a logical order, so that a creationist that doesn't believe evolution exists, may at least consider it as an explanation of the development of life on earth. I'm not attacking religion, just explaining alternative answers. By examining testimonies and arguments on both sides of …

Information Technology Groupware : The Impact Of Electronic Collaboration In Work Teams, Jonathan J. Romanow

Honors Capstones

Team collaboration is an important part of working in business today. With the advancement of technology, individuals can benefit by using electronic collaboration in a variety of environments including offices, schools, and homes. As a research interest, I have recently become fascinated by how technology can benefit users in these settings through electronic collaboration tools. Therefore, I have developed two hypotheses for my area of research interest. First, the frequency of technology usage by students after two weeks using the tool in a team setting will increase. Second, the acceptance of technology by students after two weeks using the tool …

2002 Aasu Tennis Guide, Armstrong State University

Armstrong Athletics: Women's Tennis Records (Archived)

No abstract provided.

Reduction Of Dendrite Formations To Improve The Appearance Of The Powder Cured Films For Automotive Industry, Alexandru S. Biris, C. U. Yurteri, Malay K. Mazumder, Robert A. Sims, P. H. Williams

Journal of the Arkansas Academy of Science

The appearance of powder-coated films is dependent upon powder chemistry and spraying parameters. One of the most important physical factors controlling the powder film appearance is the microdeposition of the powder particles on the grounded substrate. During the electrostatic deposition of powder, the formation of dendrites and agglomerates was observed; these formations have an adverse effect on the final film appearance and their elimination may result in smoother and glossier films. Dendrites are generated due to bipolar charging and inter-particulate electrostatic attractive forces. The corona charging technique is mostly used in industrial powder coating applications. At low corona voltages (- …

Journal Of The Arkansas Academy Of Science - Volume 56 2002, Academy Editors

Journal of the Arkansas Academy of Science

No abstract provided.

Profitability Of Variable Rate Phosphorus In A Two Crop Rotation, Jennie Popp, Terry W. Griffin, Michael P. Popp, William H. Baker

Journal of the Arkansas Academy of Science

The purpose of this study is to examine the profitability of variable rate phosphorus application on a rotation of rice (Oryza sativa) and soybeans (Glycine max) on fields comprised of clay and silt loam soils. Phosphorus was chosen because 1) farmers have recently been advised of the benefit of phosphorus applications on rice as well as soybeans, 2)recommended phosphorus application rates vary greatly between clay and silt loam soils and across rice and soybeans, and 3) the residual effects of phosphorus applications in a crop rotation affect the appropriateness of variable rate technology (VRT). A three phase simulation, regression and …

Publication Policies And Suggestions For Authors, Academy Editors

Journal of the Arkansas Academy of Science

No abstract provided.

Commencement Program (December 2002), Csusb

CSUSB Commencement Programs

No abstract provided.

Commencement Program (June 2002), Csusb

CSUSB Commencement Programs

No abstract provided.

The University Of Texas At Arlington Graduate Catalog 2002-2004, The University Of Texas At Arlington

UTA Graduate Catalogs

No abstract provided.

An Analysis Of A Private-Key Cryptosystem, Wei-Wey Tan

Student Works (2000-2009)

In this dissertation, we have presented a new block cipher. The proposed block cipher is a Substitution-Permutation network cryptosystem with a block length of 128 bits and key length of 256 bits. With the increased key length and block size, the proposed block cipher has greater security over DES. A modular design approach was applied. The cipher has three major building blocks and their interaction has been carefully chosen to achieve better security and performance. Algorithmic S­-Boxes are used to provide confusion and nonlinearity in the cipher. The proposed cipher uses a highly diffusive diffusion layer, which is a combination …

A Genetic Algorithm Solution To The Shortest Path Problem In Ospf And Mpls, Wee Jing Tee Wee Jing

Student Works (2000-2009)

This project studies and explores the potential of using genetic algorithm to solve the shortest path problem in Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) and Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS). The most critical task for developing a genetic algorithm to the shortest path problem is to how to encode a path in a network. In this project, two genetic algorithm solutions arc developed for the above two problem domains, i.e. Previous-node-based Encoding to solve the shortest path problem in OSPF and Priority-based Encoding to solve the shortest path problem in MPLS. For each of the shortest path problem domains, the proposed solution …

A Case Tool For Code Inspection, Siti Hajar Alias

Student Works (2000-2009)

Generally, quality and productivity play important roles in every software development life cycle. However, when discussing about quality and productivity, another function that synonym to distinguish these features is software inspection. Software inspection is generally accepted as a useful technique for finding errors in both documents and codes. There are several phases in software inspection and one of it is defect detection phase. This dissertation is to review the role of defect detection phases involved in the software inspection process. Thus, for this project, it focuses on the development of a prototype CASE tool for code inspection called CodeIns. CodeIns …

Level Set Segmentation Of Mr Images For Extraction Of Femur Bone And Tissues, Christina Shanti Nayagam

Student Works (2000-2009)

This research explores a potentially useful segmentation algorithm, known as the level set method. It is suitable for images obtained from the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRJ) modality, despite the fact that MR images have low contrast between bone and tissue. The level set method is a numerical technique designed to track the evolution of an interface. The fast marching version of the method is implemented for two-dimensional (2-D) and three-dimensional (3-D) segmentation in this research. Femur segmentation is the main thrust of this thesis, however brain and heart images are also presented. Pre-processing steps are first performed for the 2-0 …

Issues In Implementing Ipv6 In The X-Kernel Simulator, Raja Singam Thillainathan

Student Works (2000-2009)

The new Internet Protocol Version 6(IPv6) or Internet Protocol Next Generation (TPNG) is bound to replace the existing Internet Protocol Version 4(TPv4). This new protocol is to address and resolve the limitations of the existing Internet Protocols. At the moment the new protocol is still in its infancy stage, and it is being implemented by both the research society and the private sector. The x-kernel being a research project done by University of Arizona is freely available on the Internet. This x-kemel is a networking software almost similar to the Berkeley version (BSD) and it is bundled together with a …

Internet Information Server Scanner : Scanning On Url Vulnerabilities, Yu Jin Tan

Student Works (2000-2009)

This dissertation analyzes weaknesses on web servers, focusing on Microsoft's Internet Information Server (HS). As part of the research, an HS scanner (HS-SCAN) has been implemented to probe only on URL vulnerabilities. The need for a vulnerability scanner stems from the alarming number of successful attacks on computer systems that are connected to the Internet. The security flaws threatening e-businesses and the Internet community has prompted bona fide defense measures. Internet firewalls - gateways controlling access between one network and all the others - became a must-have for any organization connecting to the Net. If the firewall is considered the …

The Effect Of Weak Acids Hydrolysis On The Sol-Gel Fabrication Of Silica Thin Film, Abdul Hamid

Student Works (2000-2009)

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Kefahaman Pelajar Tingkatan Empat Tentang Kecerunan Garis Lurus, Latifah Hj. Arshad

Student Works (2000-2009)

Kajian ini dijalankan dalam rangka teori Fahaman Binaan dan mempunyai dua tujuan utama iaitu untuk mengenal pasti kefahaman tentang kecerunan garis lurus yang dipunyai oleh pelajar tingkatan empat dan cara yang digunakan oleh pelajar untuk menyelesaikan masalah yang melibatkan kecerunan garis lurus. Teknik temu duga yang berlandaskan model temu duga Klinikal Piaget digunakan u ntuk mengumpul data. Data bagi kajian ini merangkurni maklumat lisan dan bukan lisan yang dikumpul daripada tiga orang pelajar tingkatan empat yang berbeza dari segi pencapaian akademiknya. Empat aktiviti dalam tiga sesi temu duga klinikal telah dijalankan, iaitu (a) gambaran mental, (b) perwakilan, (c) makna kecerunan …

A Vhdl Implementation Of Bist Technique In Uart Design, Mohd. Yamani Idna Idris

Student Works (2000-2009)

No abstract provided.

Modelling Of Space Charge Effects In The Electrical Discharge Of Nitrogen Gas Laser, Chin Yang Chia

Student Works (2000-2009)

A computer model for the simulation of a nitrogen gas discharge has been built and studied. This model was based on the fluid description of the discharge plasma. The Phoenical SHASTA Flux-Corrected Transport (FCT) algorithm is used for the solution of the fluid equations and its accuracy has been tested. The distribution of the local electrical field was calculated by the Poisson equation. The internal discharge current was calculated by Sato's equation. The motion of the charge particles was taken into account. The electrical discharge behavior was simulated by the circuit equation and solved using the fourth order Runge-Kutta method …

Design Of Low Phase Drift Cmos Frequency Synthesisers, Cyril Patrick Hervé Florent Lahuec

Theses

This thesis presents a methodology for the development of high performance video clock synthesisers that have high (2000) input to output clock multiplication ratios. The synthesisers are required to be compatible with standard CMOS technologies and they must exhibit very low drift between their input and output clocks.

The methodology used borrows techniques established for RF synthesisers in the GHz range. In the RF domain there are significant constraints on spectral spread and because of this there has been significant interest in phase noise generated by intrinsic device noise. Simple and accurate models were developed that help understand the up …

Servo Response And Modelling Issues In Generalised Predictive Control, Ben Griffin

Theses

One of the more popular control strategies, of late, is the Generalised Predictive Controller (GPC). It has received widespread dissemination in academia and numerous successful applications in industry testify to its usefulness. Its popularity partly stems from its superiority to its predecessors, e.g. the generalised minimum variance and pole-placement controllers, but also from the GPC ‘tuning knobs’, which have simple time-domain interpretations and extremely robust default settings. However, despite the widespread interest, there would appear to be some issues relating to the specification of the closed-loop serv^o response that have not been covered in any great detail in the GPC …

Effect Of Deuterium Absorption On The Heavy-Fermion Compound Updin, P. Raj, A. Sathyamoorthy, S. K. Dhar, Z. Chu, William B. Yelon, S. K. Malik

Physics Faculty Research & Creative Works

The heavy fermion compound UPdIn is found to absorb deuterium without disproportionation to yield (formula presented) Magnetization, heat capacity, x-ray, and neutron-diffraction measurements have been carried out to probe the structural and magnetic properties of this deuteride. It is found that deuterium absorption results in a highly anisotropic lattice expansion, without changing the (formula presented)-type hexagonal structure of the parent compound. The magnetic ordering temperature is enhanced to 80 K and the low-temperature uranium moment to (formula presented) from their corresponding values of 21 K and (formula presented) respectively, in the parent compound. Neutron-diffraction studies on the deuteride reveal antiferromagnetic …