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Analysis Of The Optimisation Of Berth Allocation : Berth Allocation With An External Terminal Facility, H.J.K.U. Kumara

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Papers; 2002-12-31; Investor Statement, Bethel A.M.E. Church

Bethel A.M.E. Church

No abstract provided.

Apparatus, System, And Method For Extracting An Optical Clock Signal From An Optical Data Signal, Guifang Li, Weiming Mao

UCF Patents

This invention is related to clock extraction of NRZ signals and clock of NRZ and RZ signals. It consists of a nonlinear device that produces frequency, and a frequency discriminator. The current invention is useful for clock

Display Medium Using Emitting Particles Dispersed In A Transparent Host, Michael Bass, Hans Jennsen

UCF Patents

Two and three dimensional color image displays. The displays include a display medium having a substantially uniform dispersion of red, green and blue visible light emitting particles sized between approximately 0.5 to approximately 50 microns therethrough. The particles can be dye doped polymethylmethacrylate(pmma) plastic, and the display medium can be pmma, acrylic plastic or glass. Other particles can be used such as rare earth doped crystals. The two dimensional display uses three laser sources each having different wavelengths that direct light beams to each of three different types of particle in the display medium. Light is absorbed by the particles …

Viscoelasticity From A Microscopic Model Of Dislocation Dynamics, M. Christina Marchetti, Karl Saunders

Physics

It is shown that the dynamics of a viscoelastic medium can be modeled as that of a two-dimensional crystal with a finite concentration of dislocations, as well as vacancy and interstitial defects. At the longest length scales the viscoelasticity is described by the simplest Maxwell model, whose shear and compressional relaxation times are obtained in terms of microscopic quantities, including the density of free dislocations. At short length scales, t bond orientational order effects become important and lead to wave vector dependent corrections to the relaxation times.

Derivation Of An Expression That Defines The Pulling Forces In Relays With Small Operating Gaps, D. J. Chambega

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

This paper derives an expression that defines magnitude of the pulling force developed in relays with small operating gaps, that is, when the length of the operating gap in between the yoke and the armature is small as compared to the area of the poles at the yoke. To obtain the expression, saturation of the core material is not considered. Results from the expression are then compared with those obtained experimentally. The comparison is found to deliver acceptable accuracy.

Discrete Element Modelling Of The Abrasive Dehulling Process Of Sorghum And Millet, E. L. Lazaro

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

The abrasive dehulling process of sorghum and millet was modelled using a three-dimensional discrete element model. The model was validated by comparison between experimental and simulation results. Good correlation between experimental and simulation results was obtained. Several numerical experiments were also carried out using the developed model to investigate the influence of mill and grain parameters on dehulling of sorghum and millet. The simulated results correlated well with experimental results from literature. The developed model therefore provides a simple and cheap tool, which can be used to study the dehulling process in more detail than, is currently possible using the …

Effect Of Moisture And Loading Orientation On The Mechanical Properties Of Sorghum And Millet, E. L. Lazaro

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Uniaxial compression properties of sorghum and millet grain at different moisture contents (12–25% dry basis) and at different kernel orientation were investigated. These included: modulus of deformability, maximum compressive force, deformation and toughness at grain break point. Individual grain kernels of two varieties of sorghum, (Dionje and Jumbo) and one variety of pearl millet, (IM) at 12, 15, 20, and 25% moisture content dry basis (mc.db), were quasi-statically loaded using a J.J.universal tensile testing machine to their breaking point. The modulus of deformability, maximum compressive force required to initiate grain rupture and the grain toughness (energy absorbed at break point …

Potential For Use Of Sand In Road Construction In Dar Es Salaam And Coast Regions, Mfinanga A

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Coarse aggregates for use in road construction in Dar es Salaam and Coast regions are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive while sand, which is cheaper, is readily available in the two regions. This research aimed at evaluating the possibility of using quarry sands in the two regions as a major constituent material in bituminous road pavement layers. First, the use of sand in sand-bitumen bases for low and medium trafficked roads was studied. The study then continued with the preliminary evaluation of the possible use of the sands in hot rolled asphalt mixes. Results show that Mbagala sand can be …

Incorporating E-Commerce Technologies Into Small And Medium Manufacturing Industries In Tanzania, M. A.M. Victor

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Businesses worldwide are making use of the new opportunities which have been brought up by the developments in Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), particularly the Internet. Big businesses, especially those multinationals in the developed nations have invested heavily on these technologies and they are reaping their benefits. This paper reports on a study conducted to look at the key issues to be considered in order for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Tanzania be able to position themselves technologically in what is termed as E-commerce. Cost and benefits, policy, training and infrastructure issues are looked at in this study.

2002 Great Northwest Athletic Conference Track-And-Field Top 10 Performances, Great Northwest Athletic Conference

Track and Field

No abstract provided.

2002 Great Northwest Athletic Conference Indoor Track And Field Top 5s, Great Northwest Athletic Conference

Track and Field

No abstract provided.

Maritime And Port Facility Security : An Analysis Of Threats From International Terrorism, Peter Thuo

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Environmental Impact Assessment Of Oil And Gas Exploration And Production In The Gulf Of Mexico, Ricardo Eliseo Valdes Cerda

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Addressing Major Maritime Security Issues Of Global, Regional And National Significances : Law And Policy Implications In The Context Of China, Yingping Li

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Conflicting Territorial Claims In The South China Sea, Jean Ver Pugal Pia

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Marine Oil Pollution Legislation For The Gulf Of Guinea, Aka Aloysius Tazi

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.

2002 Murray State Football Yearbook, Murray State University

Football

No abstract provided.

Overview Kebijakan Moneter Dan Aktivitas Ekonomi, Perry Warjiyo

Bulletin of Monetary Economics and Banking

Keampuhan kebijakan moneter dalam mempengaruhi aktivitas ekonomi merupakan salah satu isu yang paling lama diperdebatkan dalam ekonomi moneter. Dapatkah uang mempengaruhi output riil, atau akankah ia hanya meningkatkan inflasi? Konsensus dalam literatur empiris menunjukkan bahwa hubungan jangka panjang antara pertumbuhan uang dengan inflasi berkorelasi sempurna, sehingga mendukung pandangan paham monetarist bahwa inflasi selalu dan dimanapun merupakan fenomena moneter.2 Karena itu, kestabilan harga perlu menjadi tujuan yang diutamakan oleh bank sentral karena hal demikian merupakan kontribusi optimal dari kebijakan moneter dalam mendukung pembangunan ekonomi berkelanjutan

Lessons From Argentina’S Currency Board System For Indonesia, Agus Fadjar Setiawan

Bulletin of Monetary Economics and Banking

The purpose of this study is to attempt to draw lessons from Argentina’s Currency Board System (CBS) for Indonesia. Moreover, this study reviews Argentina’s economic performance before and after the implementation of the CBS, through an examination of some macroeconomic indicators namely real GDP growth, interest rates, money and inflation, as well as fiscal condition. The first three indicators are compared to the US, as the reserve-currency country, and Indonesia. The last indicator is compared to Indonesia only.In summary, the study found that after the adoption of the CBS the economic growth of Argentina substantially improved. The real interest rate …

The Effect Of Minimum Wages On Employment In Indonesia, Leo Sukatrilaksana

Bulletin of Monetary Economics and Banking

Minimum wages have been a major consideration in Indonesia in recent years, as the government has strongly pursued a minimum wage policy. The levels of regional minimum wages have been increased significantly since 1989, and there is a concern that these increases may have slowed employment growth. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to examine the employment effects of minimum wages, using data for 26 provinces, covering the period from 1988 to 1999. The study focuses on different groups of workers within the urban formal sector. The results of graphical and statistical analysis indicate some support for the conventional …

The Optimal Monetary Policy Instruments: The Case Of Indonesia, Yoga Affandi

Bulletin of Monetary Economics and Banking

In 1999, the central bank of Indonesia, Bank Indonesia, gained its independence. The new Central Bank Act has established a more explicit foundation for Bank Indonesia’s independence. Firstly, goal independence, in which Bank Indonesia sets its own monetary target. Secondly, instrument independence, in which Bank Indonesia implements various policy instruments to achieve that target. The primary objective of Bank Indonesia (henceforth BI) is to achieve and maintain price stability reflected in a low and stable inflation rate.

Monetary Policy In Post-Crisis Indonesia: Some Lessons Learned, Reza Anglingkusumo

Bulletin of Monetary Economics and Banking

The base money-targeting framework has shown signs of success in containing the reemergence of inflationary pressures in post crisis Indonesia. We have attributed this initial success to the plausible existence of the monetarist type economic relationships that have lent support to the effectiveness of the framework. Moreover, a clear cut and overriding commitment to maintain monetary stability clearly enhanced the framework’s performance. To further improve the effectiveness of monetary policy in the future, we suggest the use of a full-information strategy in formulating monetary policy such as the one employed by the European Central Bank (ECB).

Optimal Pumping Strategies For Umatilla Chemical Depot Rdx And Tnt Plumes, Richard C. Peralta

Civil and Environmental Engineering Faculty Publications

We present optimal pumping strategies to address RDX and TNT plumes at Umatilla Chemical Depot (UCD). We provide strategies for four optimization problem formulations. Each strategy requires constructing 2 wells. New Well U-1 is in the same location for all strategies. The second well location can differ with formulation. The number in a strategy’s name refers to the formulation it addresses. Using optimization in design is normally an iterative process involving interaction between the designer and client after preliminary optimizations are performed. This project does not permit that. To compensate, we present a second strategy for Formulation 1 (Strategy USU1B), …

Sustainable Data Acquisition Methods For Road Maintenance Management In Developing Countries, N. K.M. Mushule

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Whilst it may be argued that manual methods of pavement data collection are subjective, unsafe, involve high personnel costs and have low repeatability, the initial costs of acquiring automated systems coupled with the technology required to operate and maintain them can be prohibitive for most developing countries. Moreover, automatic measurement of surface distress has proved to be a difficult challenge to instrument designers. In many cases, manual methods are the only ones that can be employed. A research project was carried out to design a sustainable data collection scheme for network level management system for developing countries. A simple procedure …

Properties Of Rice Husk Particle Boards Bonded By A Blend Of Tannin-Cnsl Resin, J. V. Tesha

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

There are vast quantities of agricultural residues available in Tanzania. Rice husk being amongst those residues is reported to have low resistance to alkalis, high silica content, and have short fibres. These factors have made rice husks not attractive raw materials in panels’ production. However, it has been demonstrated that rice husks can be used to develop panel products of low cost and good performance if appropriate indigenous technologies and affordable binders that can bind siliceous materials are used.

This paper provides a summary on the study of the effectiveness of the binding characteristics of a blend of natural adhesive …

Network Effects And Legal Citation: How Antitrust Theory Predicts Who Will Build A Better Bluebook Mousetrap In The Age Of Electronic Mice, A. Christine Hurt

Faculty Scholarship

No abstract provided.

Computer Attacks On Critical National Infrastructure: A Use Of Force Invoking The Right Of Self-Defense, Eric Talbot Jensen

Faculty Scholarship

Computer networks create tremendously increased capabilities but also represent equally increased vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilites are especially acute in relation to potential attacks on critical national infrasturucture. This Article proposes that international law must evolve to recognize that attacks against a nation's critical national infrastructure from any source constitute a use of force. Such attacks, therefore, give the victim state the right to proportional self-defense - including anticipatory self-defense - even if the computer network attack is not an armed attack under Article 51 of the United Nations Charter. Due to the instantaneous nature of computer network attacks, the right to …

Social Capital, Structural Conditions, And Mortality: A Study Of Nonmetropolitan Counties In Mississippi, Domenico Parisi, Steven Michael Grice, Michael Taquino, Duane A. Gill

Journal of Rural Social Sciences

In this study, we examine the extent to which structural conditions that favor investment in social capital affect mortality across nonmetro counties in Mississippi. To this end, we focus on four county structural conditions: (1) place of residence within county boundaries, (2) civic infrastructure, (3) economic conditions, and (4) county regional location. The results clearly indicate that structural conditions that favor investment in social capital lead to lower mortality. Specifically, concentration of disadvantage conditions has an independent effect on mortality. That is, its effect operates independentIy of other structural conditions. In contrast, the effects of place of residence and civic …

A Model For Measuring Quality Of Port Services In A Container Terminal, Ali Akbar Safaei

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.