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Finding feasible timetables using group-based operators. (2007)
Journal Article
Lewis, R. M. R., & Paechter, B. (2007). Finding feasible timetables using group-based operators. IEEE Transactions on Evolutionary Computation, 11, 397-413. https://doi.org/10.1109/TEVC.2006.885162

This paper describes the applicability of the so-called "grouping genetic algorithm" to a well-known version of the university course timetabling problem. We note that there are, in fact, various scaling up issues surrounding this sort of algorithm a... Read More about Finding feasible timetables using group-based operators..

Simulation of robustness against lesions of cortical networks (2007)
Journal Article
Kaiser, M., Martin, R., Andras, P., & Young, M. P. (2007). Simulation of robustness against lesions of cortical networks. European Journal of Neuroscience, 25(10), 3185-3192. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1460-9568.2007.05574.x

Structure entails function, and thus a structural description of the brain will help to understand its function and may provide insights into many properties of brain systems, from their robustness and recovery from damage to their dynamics and even... Read More about Simulation of robustness against lesions of cortical networks.

Technical note: An investigation of possible improvements in accuracy of regressions between diffuse and global solar irradiation (2007)
Journal Article
Clarke, P., Munawwar, S., Davidson, A., Muneer, T., & Kubie, J. (2007). Technical note: An investigation of possible improvements in accuracy of regressions between diffuse and global solar irradiation. Building Services Engineering Research & Technology, 28(2), 189-197. https://doi.org/10.1177/0143624407076907

Horizontal hourly and sub-hourly diffuse and beam irradiance are required for the estimation of global irradiance on a given tilted surface. This information is used by engineers and architects for various solar energy applications and also to calcul... Read More about Technical note: An investigation of possible improvements in accuracy of regressions between diffuse and global solar irradiation.

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.

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.

Employers' Responses to Demographic Changes in Rural Labour Markets: The Case of Dumfries and Galloway (2007)
Journal Article
Hollywood, E., & McQuaid, R. (2007). Employers' Responses to Demographic Changes in Rural Labour Markets: The Case of Dumfries and Galloway. Local Economy, 22(2), 148-162. https://doi.org/10.1080/02690940701390765

Employers in many rural areas are facing the problem of a declining workforce due to demographic changes in the population. These demographic changes are a result of a combination of population ageing, the in-migration of mainly retired people, out-m... Read More about Employers' Responses to Demographic Changes in Rural Labour Markets: The Case of Dumfries and Galloway.

Mobile IP conditional binding update. (2007)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Romdhani, I., & Al-Dubai, A. (2007, May). Mobile IP conditional binding update. Presented at 1st IEEE Workshop on Autonomic Communication and Network Management ACNM-2007, 10th IFIP/IEEE Symposium on Integrated Management

Mobile IP protocols use a correspondent registration procedure between a Mobile Node (MN) and its Correspondent Nodes (CNs) to maintain a valid and up-to-date binding association between MN’s home address and its current care-ofaddress whenever a han... Read More about Mobile IP conditional binding update..

Social networks, normative influence and health delivery in rural Bangladesh (2007)
Journal Article
Gayen, K., & Raeside, R. (2007). Social networks, normative influence and health delivery in rural Bangladesh. Social Science and Medicine, 65(5), 900-914. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2007.03.037

This paper examines the association of social networks with the experience of neonatal death and the type of assistance that a woman obtains at childbirth in rural Bangladesh. Data were collected by interviewing 694 women from seven villages using a... Read More about Social networks, normative influence and health delivery in rural Bangladesh.

Brownian Dynamics Simulations of Associating Diblock Copolymers (2007)
Journal Article
Cass, M. J., Heyes, D. M., & English, R. J. (2007). Brownian Dynamics Simulations of Associating Diblock Copolymers. Langmuir, 23(12), 6576-6587. https://doi.org/10.1021/la063210j

A novel coarse-grained computational model for associating polymers is proposed that is based on a Gaussian “blob” representation of the polymer chains. The model allows a large number of model polymers to be simulated at moderate computational cost... Read More about Brownian Dynamics Simulations of Associating Diblock Copolymers.

Design of an innovative assembly process of a modular train in virtual environment (2007)
Journal Article
Di Gironimo, G., & Marzano, A. (2007). Design of an innovative assembly process of a modular train in virtual environment. International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing, 1(2), 85-97. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12008-007-0012-6

In this paper we present an innovative assembly cycle of railway vehicles that can improve the manufacturing process. The study was carry out using virtual reality (VR) technologies in the VR Laboratory of the Competence Regional Centre for the quali... Read More about Design of an innovative assembly process of a modular train in virtual environment.

Acoustic Isolator for a Party Wall. (2007)
Patent
Smith, S., Bignell, D., Parrett, R., Wood, J., & Flynn, P. (2007). Acoustic Isolator for a Party Wall

Abstract of GB2429719
The invention relates to a party wall 10 and comprises first and second skins 12, 14 and a cavity 16 between the skins; an acoustic isolator 22; and a fixing means that fixes the acoustic isolator 22 to the inner surface of at... Read More about Acoustic Isolator for a Party Wall..

Dynamic surface control for stabilization of the oscillating eccentric rotor (2007)
Journal Article
Qaiser, N., Hussain, A., Iqbal, N., & Qaiser, N. (2007). Dynamic surface control for stabilization of the oscillating eccentric rotor. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part I: Journal of Systems and Control Engineering, 221(3), 311-319. https://doi.org/10.1243/09596518JSCE222

The present paper presents a new solution for the stabilization and disturbance attenuation problems of the oscillating eccentric rotor (OER), an extensively studied non-linear under-actuated mechanical system. Designing control law for such systems... Read More about Dynamic surface control for stabilization of the oscillating eccentric rotor.

The ReOrient knowledge base. (2007)
Other
Wigan, M., & Kukla, R. (2007). The ReOrient knowledge base

REORIENT will create a Knowledge Base, which will serve as a repository of information, data and outputs from its analytical work and will support the Commission in formulating the terms of reference for the Integrated Project. The Knowledge Base wil... Read More about The ReOrient knowledge base..

Setting safety standards by designing a low-budget and compatible patient identification system based on passive RFID technology. (2007)
Journal Article
Thuemmler, C., Buchanan, W. J., & Kumar, V. (2007). Setting safety standards by designing a low-budget and compatible patient identification system based on passive RFID technology. International Journal of Healthcare Technology and Management, 8, 571-583. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJHTM.2007.013524

This paper outlines a large-scale audit for the enhancement of quality of care and staff and patient safety using passive RFID (Radio Frequency ID) wrist bands, which link to a patient's database, in order to reduce errors in patient care. It has bee... Read More about Setting safety standards by designing a low-budget and compatible patient identification system based on passive RFID technology..

Machenbach IV. (2007)
Exhibition / Performance
Pape, G., & Ferguson, P. Machenbach IV. 1 May 2007 - 1 May 2007

This research output is a recording and subsequent world premiere of a piece for solo trombone and tape using eight loudspeakers in a rectangular configuration. After two days of rehearsals with Pape, trombonist Kenny was recorded by Ferguson over a... Read More about Machenbach IV..

Detection of β-1-4-galactan in compression wood of Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis (Bong.) Carrière) by immunofluorescence. (2007)
Journal Article
Hapca, A. I., Altaner, C., Knox, J. P., & Jarvis, M. C. (2007). Detection of β-1-4-galactan in compression wood of Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis (Bong.) Carrière) by immunofluorescence. Holzforschung, 61(3), 311-316. https://doi.org/10.1515/HF.2007.049

β-1-4-Galactan has been detected in Sitka spruce [Picea sitchensis (Bong.) Carrière] by an immunofluorescence procedure. The anti-β-1-4-galactan monoclonal antibody LM5 was found to bind to compression wood (CW) tissue as identified by cell morpholog... Read More about Detection of β-1-4-galactan in compression wood of Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis (Bong.) Carrière) by immunofluorescence..

The insolation on vertical surface having different directions in the Kingdom of Bahrain (2007)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muneer, T., Alnaser, W. E., & Fairooz, F. The insolation on vertical surface having different directions in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Presented at The Ninth Arab International Conference on Solar Energy (AICSE-9), Kingdom of Bahrain

The daily total global (HT) and diffuse (HDIF) solar radiation, measured at Bahrain International Airport, Kingdom of Bahrain, (latitude 26° 13″N and longitude 50° 39″E), had been recorded, analyzed, and studied. The mean hourly values of HT and HDIF... Read More about The insolation on vertical surface having different directions in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

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.