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Influence Of Crumbed Para Rubber Modifier In Aggregate Blend On Deformation Resistance Properties Of Hot Mix Asphalt, Hatthaphone Silimanotham
Influence Of Crumbed Para Rubber Modifier In Aggregate Blend On Deformation Resistance Properties Of Hot Mix Asphalt, Hatthaphone Silimanotham
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
This research presents the influence of crumbed para rubber which is added into a portion of aggregate in hot mix asphalt (HMA) during the batch mixing process or called "Dry Process". The dry process has an advantage on its simplicity of quality inspection and less modification in the hot mix plant production process. This study has investigated the effects of adding crumbed para rubber particles on the engineering properties related to permanent deformation resistance of asphalt concrete. In this study, the asphalt mixture is prepared via Marshall Mix design, which contained with limestone and asphalt cement of Pen 60/70 at …
Multi-Layered Elastic Medium Under Axisymmetric Loading And Surface Energy Effects, Kanin Tarntira
Multi-Layered Elastic Medium Under Axisymmetric Loading And Surface Energy Effects, Kanin Tarntira
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Multi-layered nano-scale structures have been found in a wide range of applications these days. Since the surface energy effect is presented at the nano-scale level, a novel calculation scheme is required to accurately capture the mechanical behaviors of such structures. In this study, a solution scheme for analysis of a multi-layered elastic medium with influence of surface energy effects subjected to axisymmetric loading by adopting Gurtin-Murdoch surface elasticity theory is presented. The standard Love's representation and Hankel integral transform are employed to derive the general solutions, and the obtained solutions are employed in the determination of the stiffness matrix for …
Factors Affecting Building Damage And People's Preparedness For Earthquake In Chiang Rai, Narongdej Intaratchaiyakit
Factors Affecting Building Damage And People's Preparedness For Earthquake In Chiang Rai, Narongdej Intaratchaiyakit
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
On May 5, 2014, an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3 on the Richter scale occurred in Chiang Rai, Thailand. This earthquake was the strongest earthquake in Thailand at the Mae Lao District region. It also caused building damage and casualties. In this research, 277 participants living in village no.2 and village no.7 of Dong Mada, a sub-district at Mae Lao district in Chiang Rai, were selected. A questionnaire was used to interview these participants, and the data were analyzed by Chi-square, Fisher's exact test, a Mann-Whitney U test, and a Kruskal-Wallis test. The objective of this study was to …
Weakly Singular Boundary Integral Equation Method For Analysis Of Generalized T-Stresses Of Cracks In 3d Coupled-Field Media, Naruethep Sukulthanasorn
Weakly Singular Boundary Integral Equation Method For Analysis Of Generalized T-Stresses Of Cracks In 3d Coupled-Field Media, Naruethep Sukulthanasorn
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
This thesis presents the development of a weakly singular boundary integral equation method for the analysis of the generalized T-stress of isolated cracks embedded in a coupled-field whole space. A pair of weak-form integral equations, one for crack-face generalized traction and the other for the gradient of the crack-face generalized displacement, is established in a general framework allowing various types of materials including elastic, piezoelectric, piezomagnetic and piezoelectromagnetic solids, general crack geometry and loading conditions to be handled in a unified fashion. In addition, the final governing integral equations contain only weakly singular kernels and this, as a result, renders …
An Application Of Geosynthetic Cementitious Composite Mat For Slope Stabilization, Phong Tan Ngo
An Application Of Geosynthetic Cementitious Composite Mat For Slope Stabilization, Phong Tan Ngo
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
In recent years, soil erosion and slope instability caused by seepage and rainfall are major problems, especially in the mountain area. Many research studies have focused on finding a new technology or material to stabilize the soil slope. In this study, a novel material called geosynthetic cementitious composite mat (GCCM) is selected to study its performance on soil slope stabilization. A series of 1-g physical model tests and numerical simulation (Plaxis 2D) on sandy soil slopes stabilized with and without GCCM are performed under seepage condition. In addition, centrifuge modeling of soil slopes is performed under 25-g in seepage and …
Quantification Of Seismic Performance Factors For Circular Concrete-Filled Steel Tube Diagrid Structures, Nattanai Kuangmia
Quantification Of Seismic Performance Factors For Circular Concrete-Filled Steel Tube Diagrid Structures, Nattanai Kuangmia
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
In 21st century, diagrid structures become more popular lateral force-resisting systems for high-rise buildings world-wide. It consists of several grids of diagonal members on building perimeter serving as both lateral bracing and vertical-load carrying members. Since the diagrid structure is a relatively new type of lateral force-resisting system, current building codes do not explicitly provide the seismic performance factors (SPFs) for this system to use in design process. This thesis aims to determine appropriate SPFs for the diagrid structure incorporating circular concrete-filled steel tube to enable structural engineers to design this system according to seismic performance expected in building codes. …
Analysis Of Near Interface Cracks By Weakly Singular Boundary Integral Equation Method, Pisit Watanavit
Analysis Of Near Interface Cracks By Weakly Singular Boundary Integral Equation Method, Pisit Watanavit
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
This thesis presents a weakly singular boundary integral equation method for analysis of sub-interface cracks in a three-dimensional, linearly elastic, multi-material domain. The formulation is established in a general framework allowing finite bodies, general material anisotropy and loading conditions, arbitrarily shaped cracks, and curved material interface to be treated. A system of integral equations governing the unknown data on the boundary, the crack surface and the material interface are established using a pair of weakly singular, weak-form displacement and traction integral equations and the continuity along the material interface. A symmetric Galerkin boundary element method together with the standard finite …
Contact Problems With Surface Stress Effects, Supakorn Tirapat
Contact Problems With Surface Stress Effects, Supakorn Tirapat
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
This dissertation presents a theoretical study of contact problems with consideration of surface energy effects by adopting a complete Gurtin-Murdoch theory of surface elasticity. The fundamental solution of a layered elastic half-space subjected to axisymmetric surface loading is obtained by using Love's representation and the Hankel integral transform. The analytical solutions for both displacement and stress fields are expressed in terms of semi-infinite integrals, which can be accurately evaluated by employing a numerical quadrature scheme. The obtained solutions are employed as the required influence functions in the investigation of axisymmetric indentation on a layered elastic medium with frictionless and adhesive …
Seismic Effects Of Cornice Projection In Masonry-Infill Reinforced Concrete Buildings In Bhutan, Tek Nath Kararia
Seismic Effects Of Cornice Projection In Masonry-Infill Reinforced Concrete Buildings In Bhutan, Tek Nath Kararia
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Bhutan is located in utmost active seismic zone in the belt of the Himalayan region. However, there is a prevailing architectural requirement of cornice projections away from the perimeter columns at each floor proportional to the floor level to increase floor area and retain Bhutanese architectural style. This irregular projection with thick solid brick walls resting at the edge of cantilever projection affects the structural response during a strong earthquake. To date, there is not adequate investigation on the effects of such cornice projection on seismic performance of buildings. In this study, Nonlinear Response History Analysis (NLRHA) using vertical ground …
Life-Cycle Reliability Assessment Of Existing Rc Bridge Structures Under Multiple Hazards Using Inspection Data, Thanapol Yanweerasak
Life-Cycle Reliability Assessment Of Existing Rc Bridge Structures Under Multiple Hazards Using Inspection Data, Thanapol Yanweerasak
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
This study presented a novel methodology to estimate the life-cycle reliability of existing reinforced concrete (RC) corroded bridges under multiple hazards. The life-cycle reliability of a bridge girder under traffic load and airborne chloride hazards was compared with that of a bridge pier under seismic ground motion and airborne chloride hazards. When predicting the life-cycle reliability of existing RC corroded bridges, inspection results could be used to estimate the current material corrosion level. Random variables associated with the estimation of time-variant steel weight loss will be updated to be consistent with the given inspection results by using Sequential Monte Carlo …
Using Sound To Describe Scenes With Still And Moving Obstacles, Kawin Metsiritrakul
Using Sound To Describe Scenes With Still And Moving Obstacles, Kawin Metsiritrakul
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The information human get from sight and hearing sense are similar. With these correlations, there are many works that take this idea to describe the spatial information with sound. The previous works only described the nearest obstacle with the direction and distance information to sound. To let the user clearly understand the spatial information in the scene, we aim to develop the describing solution from spatial information to auditory information including direction, distance, boundary and speed info with the multiple obstacle descriptions. The participants took the experiment by controlling the character and avoiding the obstacles in the different scenarios to …
Developing An Area Classification System From Mobile Phone Usage Data, Naruethai Thongphasook
Developing An Area Classification System From Mobile Phone Usage Data, Naruethai Thongphasook
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Since human activities are vary by time and place, there have been many attempts to extract social behavior in spatial studies which included area use in the city. This information helps gaining advantages in city and facilities planning. Nowadays, many people carry mobile phone with them for communication purpose. This motivates us to analyze mobile phone usage in different area types. This thesis proposes method of an analysis for area use classification from mobile phone usage pattern. CDR data was used to define mobile phone usage pattern by hour from 1:00 to 24:00 and day of week from Monday to …
Automatic 3d Hair Model From Small Set Of Images, Nuttapon Vanakittistien
Automatic 3d Hair Model From Small Set Of Images, Nuttapon Vanakittistien
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
We present a system for creating hair model that matches a user's hairstyle from images. The model consists of guide hair strands and can be used in a real-time hair simulator. Our goal differs from most previous work which aims to create realistic high resolution hair for off-line applications or create mesh of the exterior of the hair volume for image manipulation. Our primary aim is for user to be able to put his/her hairstyle into game or other real-time applications. By taking photos in 8 views of the user's head using a smart phone camera and segmenting images with …
Random Field Optimization Using Local Label Hierarchy, Sangsan Leelhapantu
Random Field Optimization Using Local Label Hierarchy, Sangsan Leelhapantu
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Random field formulation has proven to be a powerful framework for solving various computer vision tasks, specifically those involving assigning labels to image pixels or superpixels subjected to spatial relationships and visual contexts, due to the ability to intuitively incorporate global and local information. Unfortunately, solving these problems can be impractical when large number of variables and possible labels are present as the computational complexity grows fast with the problem size. In this thesis, we propose a speedup scheme for random field optimization using local label hierarchy. We focus on problems in which the label space has a natural ordering …
Efficient And Robust Grasp Planning Based On Independent Contact Region And Caging, Teesit Makapunyo
Efficient And Robust Grasp Planning Based On Independent Contact Region And Caging, Teesit Makapunyo
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
A conventional way to find a proper grasp to grab and hold any object is to measure its stability which usually is based on physical constraint called force-closure. This execution works well from the theoretical point of view but often fails on an actual robot due to many reasons such as intrinsic errors in robot's system and a disparity between real and simulated physics. Several research works introduced methods to alleviate those issues and increase the success rate of grasping for a real robot. Caging and Independent Contact Region are ones of them. In this work, we investigate a method …
Mesh-Based Multi-View Normal Integration With Energy Minimization Using Surface Reflectance Properties, Wichayut Eaksarayut
Mesh-Based Multi-View Normal Integration With Energy Minimization Using Surface Reflectance Properties, Wichayut Eaksarayut
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
We propose a technique to reconstruct a general 3D object using surface reflectance information from multiple viewpoints. Our core optimization framework uses multi-view normal integration, which can recovers water-tight surface of the object iteratively in a coarse to fine manner. The integration requires normal vector field from multiple viewpoints, which we can derive from surface reflectance. We then handle the topological changes if self-intersection occurs from the optimization. We also employ the idea of multi-resolution and weighted data heuristic which helps dealing with noisy data and improves both accuracy and optimization time. Our experiment shows that the framework is able …
Optimal Sizing, Siting, And Scheduling Of Bess For Mitigatingvoltage Problem In Distribution Utilities With Highpenetration Of Pv Rooftops, Anh Thi Nguyen
Optimal Sizing, Siting, And Scheduling Of Bess For Mitigatingvoltage Problem In Distribution Utilities With Highpenetration Of Pv Rooftops, Anh Thi Nguyen
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
For ambition of reducing CO2 emission and reliance on fossil fuels, solar power generation has been received special supports and deployed rapidly in many distribution networks. However, with a high presence of solar power generation, power grid control is no longer simple as conventional one due to natural variation of solar power and large space dispersion of solar power systems. The negative impacts comprise power system stability, electric power quality involving frequency and voltage criteria and other potential issues. Among these impacts, voltage problem is most obvious. Many solutions have been proposed to solve the voltage problem whereas battery energy …
A Revisit To Impulse Breakdown Voltage Of Standard Air Gaps, Chhoum Vathana Chhom
A Revisit To Impulse Breakdown Voltage Of Standard Air Gaps, Chhoum Vathana Chhom
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
By its simplicity, sphere gaps method for the measuring of peak voltage is preferred to be used as standard for calibration purposes. The limits of accuracy of the standard sphere-gaps depends on the ratio of the gap spacing S to the sphere diameter D, as follows. For AC, switching and lightning impulse voltage, S ≤0.5D, uncertainty is ±3%, but for gap spacing 0.75D > S > 0.5D, the uncertainty is larger than ±3%. However, the U50% disruptive discharge of some standard spheres at the same gap spacing showed the different value from each other. The significant case occurred between 5cm and 10cm …
Multiple Face Detection And Recognition On Embedded Computer Vision System, Savath Saypadith
Multiple Face Detection And Recognition On Embedded Computer Vision System, Savath Saypadith
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Face recognition is widely used in many applications such as biometric for authentication, surveillance system, user-identification, and personalized technology. The state-of-the-art algorithm based on Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) can achieve up to 99% of recognition accuracy. However, there is a limitation to implement the CNN based technique into embedded system to recognize multiple face in real-time as it requires extensive computation. In this thesis, we propose a framework for multiple face recognition which consists of face detection algorithm, face recognition, and tracking. Our face recognition algorithm based on state of the art deep CNN with small computational parameters. The tracking …
Molecular Beam Epitaxial Growth Of Gasb And Insb Nanostructures On (001) Ge Substrates, Zon -
Molecular Beam Epitaxial Growth Of Gasb And Insb Nanostructures On (001) Ge Substrates, Zon -
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The self-assembled GaSb and InSb nanostructures (quantum dots, QDs) are grown on (001) Ge substrates in Stranski-Krastanow growth mode by molecular beam epitaxy. The structural properties are characterized by ex situ atomic force microscopy (AFM), and the related optical properties are observed by photoluminescence (PL) spectroscopy. Growing of polar GaAs on non-polar Ge creates anti-phase domains (APDs). By careful controlling of growth, APDs surface becomes flat and having large surface area (~µm2) which is sufficient to form QD array in each domain. The effects of APDs on the formation of QDs are discussed. By varying the growth conditions, different QD …
Determination Of Waste Treatment Fee Pricing Mechanism For Municipal Solid Waste By Mechanical Biological Treatment Method Utilising The Public Private Partnership Model In Thailand, Adrian Paul Raj
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Private participation in the development of municipal solid waste treatment projects through public-private partnership models accelerate the implementation of sustainable treatment technologies such as Mechanical Biological Treatment (MBT) facilities within developing countries without creating excessive burden to government infrastructure investment. The introduction of preset pricing mechanism to regulate potential waste treatment fee structure based on pre-determined project internal rate-of-return mitigates multi-party risks, such as the potential developer project losses or the opportunity to profiteer. Research encompasses technical assessment of project requirements for implementation of required technologies, commercial analysis of project capital expenditure (CAPEX), operational expenditure (OPEX) and assessment of revenue …
Establishing A Luggage Handling Service Company, Anan Prasertrungreung
Establishing A Luggage Handling Service Company, Anan Prasertrungreung
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Luggage delivery service has never existed in Thailand officially but already established in another country such as Japan. However, this service has a potential to be a very good service as it could benefit to traveler which Thailand has welcomed more than 30m of them per annum but the model from another country could not be implement directly to Thailand. By developing the model, this service will fit to Thai's market. There are many risks that researcher has to consider before starting the business to avoid or prevent risks into the business. Moreover, this study will not limit only the …
Logistics Business Process Improvement In A Sport Gear Company, Azadeh Kamyabi
Logistics Business Process Improvement In A Sport Gear Company, Azadeh Kamyabi
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
A small sports gear company, specialising in boxing and muaythai, is receiving complaints from customers due to incorrect shipments. The consequences of incorrect shipments are: customer dissatisfaction, higher costs due to returns and reshipments, and waste of time and resources. As a result, the objective of this thesis is to reduce incorrect shipments improving the internal logistics processes using framework of SCOR model and information technology management. Having investigated the record of each incorrect shipment, a working group of employees was formed to analyse and determine possible causes using quality improving tools such as fishbone diagram and why-why analysis. Each …
Purchasing Strategy For Refurbished Gas Chromatography Instruments, Chamaiporn Panleng
Purchasing Strategy For Refurbished Gas Chromatography Instruments, Chamaiporn Panleng
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The aim of this study is to develop purchasing strategy for procurement of used Gas Chromatography (GC) instrument for refurbishing in order to enhance company's competitive advantages. The purchasing strategy study is developed by 5 steps, which are (1) analysis of spending data, (2) determining customer requirements, (3) assessing supply market, (4) formulating purchasing strategy, and (5) executing and refining strategy. The purchasing strategy consists of (1) vision, (2) mission, (3) objectives, (4) action plans, and (5) key performance indicators. Implementation on the case study company was done by applying Leagile purchasing portfolio model and assemble-to-order systems, as well as …
Transport Capacity Utilisation Improvement For Consumer Product Distribution, Krongmal Wichianbanjerd
Transport Capacity Utilisation Improvement For Consumer Product Distribution, Krongmal Wichianbanjerd
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Currently, Thailand's economic is growing. Several companies study strategies that advice the firms to gain competitive advantages. One of widely used strategies, that aids the firms to reduce cost and utilises their resources to focus on the firms' core competencies, is outsourcing non-core activities (e.g. a transportation process). A transportation process is one of the non-core activities that requires to be managed appropriately. Therefore, a third-party logistics (3PL) provider that has expertise in the logistics process has been established, and provides service in the logistics management. In this research, a 3PL company is considered as a case study company. A …
Product Design Process Improvement For A Jewellery Manufacturer, Panporn Lertkachonsuk
Product Design Process Improvement For A Jewellery Manufacturer, Panporn Lertkachonsuk
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The major purpose of this thesis is to improve the product design process for a jewellery manufacturer by utilisation of Lean Six Sigma DMAIC Methodology. The case is the operations of a jewellery manufacturer in Thailand. In Define phase, a product design process improvement team was formed and current problem which is delay in delivery and product not as per customer specifications were identified. During Measure phase, Cause and Effect Analysis was performed in order to determine root causes, RPNs were defined and prioritised by utilisation of FMEA, and the root causes were graphically summarised using Pareto Chart. In Analyse …
Plastics Injection Molding Process Improvement, Poom Popattanachai
Plastics Injection Molding Process Improvement, Poom Popattanachai
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The purpose of this thesis is to investigate, analyze the strategies that a small plastic injection molding factory uses. It emphasizes process improvement which is aligned with and support the factory's main strategies. The result from this thesis helps factory analyze, improve and monitor changes in business strategy that the company chooses to use as well as the manufacturing strategy. The aim of this framework is to ensure that the long term objectives of the company can be achieved under the trends that the company is evolving into. The principal tools and techniques that have been used in this thesis …
Plastic Lump Defect Reduction In Recycled Plastic Pellets Manufacturing, Raroopthip Paiboonkasemsut
Plastic Lump Defect Reduction In Recycled Plastic Pellets Manufacturing, Raroopthip Paiboonkasemsut
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Based on the current situation, the case study company has been confronted with a large number of plastic lump defects within the process resulting in a higher production cost. Therefore, the purpose of carrying out this research project is to minimise the percentage defect rate of plastic lumps in the pelletising process by implementing Six Sigma DMAIC methodology along with quality control tools and Design of Experiment. In define phase, the process improvement team are formed and the purpose and scope of the research are set. For measure phase, Cause and Effect Diagram, Cause and Effect Matrix, Failure Mode Effects …
Performance And Internal Environment Of Partial Nitrification-Entrapped Cells Under Changes In Cell-To-Matrix Ratio And Substrate Concentrations, Pattaraporn Kunapongkiti
Performance And Internal Environment Of Partial Nitrification-Entrapped Cells Under Changes In Cell-To-Matrix Ratio And Substrate Concentrations, Pattaraporn Kunapongkiti
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
In this study, partial nitrification performance was investigated in entrapped cell-based reactors prepared using phosphorylated polyvinyl alcohol gel (PPVA) and operated using oxygen limiting strategy. The study was divided into three main parts: 1) to investigate the community of nitrite-oxidizing bacteria (NOB) in the reactors operated at different bulk dissolved oxygen (DO) concentrations, 2) to investigate the effect of cell-to-matrix ratio (1% and 4%) on partial nitrification performance of the entrapped-cell-based reactors and to observe internal environment, microbial community, and microbial localization within the gel matrix during long-term operation of the reactors, and 3) to study effect of ammonia and …
Roles Of Dissimilatory Nitrate Reduction To Ammonium In Biological Nitrogen Removal System, Pokchat Chutivisut
Roles Of Dissimilatory Nitrate Reduction To Ammonium In Biological Nitrogen Removal System, Pokchat Chutivisut
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Biological nitrogen removal system is a wastewater treatment process that normally utilizes nitrification-denitrification to convert nitrogen wastes to unharmful gaseous products. However, apart from these two pathways, dissimilatory nitrate reduction to ammonium (DNRA) can also compete with denitrification for nitrate and yield ammonium waste as the end product. The aim of this research is to extend knowledge on the DNRA pathway, including the study on its occurrence and microorganisms responsible for the process. To observe the presence of DNRA, microbial sludge from aquacultures which utilized biological nitrogen removal processes was applied to examine the pathway of DNRA in these systems. …