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Analysis and optimization of data storage using enhanced object models in the .NET framework (2007)
Thesis
Tandon, A. Analysis and optimization of data storage using enhanced object models in the .NET framework. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/4047

The purpose of thesis is to benchmark the database to examine and analyze the performance using the Microsoft COM+ the most commonly used component framework heavily used for developing component based applications. The prototype application based on... Read More about Analysis and optimization of data storage using enhanced object models in the .NET framework.

An investigation into the potential of collaborative computer game-based learning in Higher Education (2007)
Thesis
Whitton, N. J. An investigation into the potential of collaborative computer game-based learning in Higher Education. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/4281

Advocates of game-based learning argue that computer games have the potential to transform university education, motivating and engaging a new generation of learners in a way that traditional education does not. The research described in this thesis,... Read More about An investigation into the potential of collaborative computer game-based learning in Higher Education.

Automated process of network documentation (2007)
Thesis
Campbell, B. Automated process of network documentation. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/4048

Knowledge of network topologies is invaluable to system administrators regardless of the size of an enterprise. Yet this information is time consuming to collect, and even more so to be processed into easily consumable formats (i.e. visual maps). Thi... Read More about Automated process of network documentation.

Framework for object-tracking in health care (2007)
Thesis
Kumar, V. Framework for object-tracking in health care. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/4050

At present, wireless sensor networks and radio frequency identification (RFID) are both emerging technologies with great potential in seamless applications. Integrating these two technologies would provide low-cost solution for object identification... Read More about Framework for object-tracking in health care.

Risk Modelling at the Pre-Proposal Stages of eGovernment Service Projects (2007)
Thesis
Evangelidis, A. Risk Modelling at the Pre-Proposal Stages of eGovernment Service Projects. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/7309

eGovernment is a relatively new, but rapidly expanding, domain; mainly due to the perceived outcomes that it may bring to the public administration. Founded on the premise that eGovernment programmes may increase efficiency and effectiveness, decreas... Read More about Risk Modelling at the Pre-Proposal Stages of eGovernment Service Projects.

Optimisation of timber platform frame construction (2007)
Thesis
Hairstans, R. Optimisation of timber platform frame construction. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/6041

Timber platform frame has evolved as an efficient method of construction for domestic dwellings and is experiencing continual growth in the UK due to it lending itself to off-site modem methods of construction (MMC), being environmentally efficient a... Read More about Optimisation of timber platform frame construction.

A third order analysis of a low temperature differential Ringbom-Stirling engine (2007)
Thesis
Robson, A. P. A third order analysis of a low temperature differential Ringbom-Stirling engine. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/4167

The analysis of the Stirling engine has long been hampered by a lack of understanding of the complex relationship between the mechanical dynamics, thermodynamics and fluid dynamics operating within the engine. This thesis outlines the research into L... Read More about A third order analysis of a low temperature differential Ringbom-Stirling engine.

The Sensational Katherine Cecil Thurston: An investigation into the life and publishing history of a ‘New Woman’ author (2007)
Thesis
An investigation into the life and publishing history of a ‘New Woman’ author. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/2808

This thesis investigates the publishing history of a significant New Woman author of the Edwardian period, Katherine Cecil Thurston (1875-1911). Until now Thurston’s literary career has been the subject of little academic investigation. It is the aim... Read More about The Sensational Katherine Cecil Thurston: An investigation into the life and publishing history of a ‘New Woman’ author.

Investigation of the feasability of renewables in meeting the Moroccan primary energy demand. (2007)
Thesis
Madomercandy, R. Investigation of the feasability of renewables in meeting the Moroccan primary energy demand. (Thesis). Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/4629

Energy is undoubtedly the driving force at the core of the development of any nation. There
is a direct relation between per capita income and energy consumption. The way this energy
is produced, supplied and consumed, affects the local and global... Read More about Investigation of the feasability of renewables in meeting the Moroccan primary energy demand..

Driving as You Feel: A Psychological Investigation of the Novice Driver Problem. (2006)
Thesis
Kinnear, N. A. D. Driving as You Feel: A Psychological Investigation of the Novice Driver Problem. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/2592

The current thesis aimed to explore the novice driver problem from a psychological perspective. The ultimate aim was to enhance knowledge and understanding which may advise how to improve novice driver safety. The novice driver problem is a worldwide... Read More about Driving as You Feel: A Psychological Investigation of the Novice Driver Problem..

The efffect of elastomeric bearing degradation on bridge dynamic response. (2006)
Thesis
Swan, I. P. The efffect of elastomeric bearing degradation on bridge dynamic response. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/3800

The dynamic response of highway bridges is a topic that has been thoroughly researched over
many years. However, understanding of how the dynamic response of bridges is affected by the
performance of their bearings over an extended period of time i... Read More about The efffect of elastomeric bearing degradation on bridge dynamic response..

Contextual understandings of hospitality managementdevelopment - a realist approach (2006)
Thesis
Watson, S. Contextual understandings of hospitality managementdevelopment - a realist approach. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/2540

The aim of my thesis is to demonstrate how my research aids the academic understanding of the sub-disciplinary field of hospitality management development. I evaluate the extent to which the unique features of the UK hospitality industry and the char... Read More about Contextual understandings of hospitality managementdevelopment - a realist approach.

News photography image retrieval practices: Locus of control in two contexts (2006)
Thesis
Pennington, D. News photography image retrieval practices: Locus of control in two contexts. (Thesis). University of North Texas. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/3014963

This is the first known study to explore the image retrieval preferences of news photographers and news photo editors in work contexts. Survey participants (n=102) provided opinions regarding 11 photograph searching methods. The quantitative survey d... Read More about News photography image retrieval practices: Locus of control in two contexts.

Condition monitoring of hydraulic systems using neural network for data analysis (2006)
Thesis
Yu, F. Condition monitoring of hydraulic systems using neural network for data analysis. (Thesis). Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2254714

Condition monitoring of engineering processes or equipment has become of paramount importance as there is a growing need for improved performance, reliability, safety and more efficient maintenance. Condition monitoring in railway industry as a whole... Read More about Condition monitoring of hydraulic systems using neural network for data analysis.

Metaheuristics for university course timetabling. (2006)
Thesis
Lewis, R. M. R. Metaheuristics for university course timetabling. (Thesis). Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/2392

The work presented in this thesis concerns the problem of timetabling at universities – particularly course-timetabling, and examines the various ways in which metaheuristic techniques might be applied to these sorts of problems. Using a popular benc... Read More about Metaheuristics for university course timetabling..

Algorithms in computer-aided design of VLSI circuits. (2006)
Thesis
Yang, M. Algorithms in computer-aided design of VLSI circuits. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/6493

With the increased complexity of Very Large Scale Integrated (VLSI) circuits,
Computer Aided Design (CAD) plays an even more important role. Top-down
design methodology and layout of VLSI are reviewed. Moreover, previously
published algorithms in... Read More about Algorithms in computer-aided design of VLSI circuits..

Development and evaluation of composite insulated beams. (2006)
Thesis
Bahadori-Jahromi, A. Development and evaluation of composite insulated beams. (Thesis). Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/2

Decline in supplies of old growth wood coupled with increased demand for structural timber by the construction industry led to creation of engineered timber products (EWPs) comprising wood waste. The author designed, fabricated and tested composite i... Read More about Development and evaluation of composite insulated beams..