All Outputs (18)

Privacy-preserving systems around security, trust and identity (2022)
Thesis
Papadopoulos, P. Privacy-preserving systems around security, trust and identity. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University

Data has proved to be the most valuable asset in a modern world of rapidly advancing technologies. Companies are trying to maximise their profits by getting valuable insights from collected data about people’s trends and behaviour which often can be... Read More about Privacy-preserving systems around security, trust and identity.

Generating unambiguous, natural and diverse referring expressions (2022)
Thesis
Panagiaris, N. Generating unambiguous, natural and diverse referring expressions. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University

Referring expression generation (REG) aims at generating natural language definite descriptions for objects within images called referring expressions (REs). Despite the substantial progress in recent years, REGmodels are still far frombeing perfect.... Read More about Generating unambiguous, natural and diverse referring expressions.

Bio-based construction materials for climate change mitigation: scalability and sustainability (2022)
Thesis
Hart, J. T. T. Bio-based construction materials for climate change mitigation: scalability and sustainability. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University

Construction products made from timber and other organic materials are understood to contribute to climate change mitigation by causing relatively low greenhouse gas emissions in the supply chain, whilst also storing biogenic carbon within the materi... Read More about Bio-based construction materials for climate change mitigation: scalability and sustainability.

Identity and identification in an information society: Augmenting formal systems of identification with technological artefacts (2022)
Thesis
Abramsom, W. Identity and identification in an information society: Augmenting formal systems of identification with technological artefacts. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) are transforming society’s information flows. These new interactive environments decouple agents, information and actions from their original contexts and this introduces challenges when evaluating trust... Read More about Identity and identification in an information society: Augmenting formal systems of identification with technological artefacts.

Investigation of fibre optic sensing techniques for the measurement of physical-chemical properties of liquids (2022)
Thesis
Binetti, L. Investigation of fibre optic sensing techniques for the measurement of physical-chemical properties of liquids. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University

Single-mode optical fibre (SMF) sensors have been extremely useful in biomedical applications because of their small size and chemical inertness. Many optical fibre techniques have been used to measure the surface tension (𝛾) of liquids. However, due... Read More about Investigation of fibre optic sensing techniques for the measurement of physical-chemical properties of liquids.

On reliable and secure RPL (routing protocol low-power and lossy networks) based monitoring and surveillance in oil and gas fields (2022)
Thesis
Wadhaj, I. On reliable and secure RPL (routing protocol low-power and lossy networks) based monitoring and surveillance in oil and gas fields. (Thesis by Publication). Edinburgh Napier University

Different efforts have been made to specify protocols and algorithms for the successful operation of the Internet of things Networks including, for instance, the Low Power and Lossy Networks (LLNs) and Linear Sensor Networks (LSNs). Into such efforts... Read More about On reliable and secure RPL (routing protocol low-power and lossy networks) based monitoring and surveillance in oil and gas fields.

UrbanIxD: Exploring human interactions for the hybrid city (2022)
Thesis
Stals, S. L. A. UrbanIxD: Exploring human interactions for the hybrid city. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2967001

With the vision of ubiquitous computing becoming increasingly realised, a need is identified to create a better understanding of the relationship between person, place, and technology in the urban environment. The aim of this research in the field of... Read More about UrbanIxD: Exploring human interactions for the hybrid city.

Digitally performing Wester Hailes: A framework for creative placemaking (2022)
Thesis
Grandison, T. Digitally performing Wester Hailes: A framework for creative placemaking. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2948137

This PhD investigates how creative placemaking can be facilitated by digital media tools. Since its establishment as a discipline in 2010, there is a need for new practical methods and frameworks to ensure the success of creative placemaking in pract... Read More about Digitally performing Wester Hailes: A framework for creative placemaking.

The assessment of the mechanical and physical properties of in situ timber (2022)
Thesis
Bather, M. The assessment of the mechanical and physical properties of in situ timber. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2947919

The estimation of the properties of in situ timber elements is an essential part of the structural appraisal of many existing buildings and structures around the world. Current methods of doing this are (i) inappropriate, as they utilise visual gradi... Read More about The assessment of the mechanical and physical properties of in situ timber.

Experimental study on the torsional mechanics of laminated structural glass beams (2022)
Thesis
Uheida, K. Experimental study on the torsional mechanics of laminated structural glass beams. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2967284

This thesis presents an experimental study on the torsional-mechanical behaviours of laminated structural glass beams. Glass structures are in increasing demand due to many favourable characteristics such as high compressive strength, flexibility, ae... Read More about Experimental study on the torsional mechanics of laminated structural glass beams.

Advanced nickel barrier coatings: Manufacturing process and properties (2022)
Thesis
Rumbles, M. Advanced nickel barrier coatings: Manufacturing process and properties. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2963338

New-generation protective coatings should respond to mechanical or chemical damage with active corrosion inhibition, preserving coating integrity and adhesion to the substrate. Due to the implementation of legislation imposed by REACH (Restriction, E... Read More about Advanced nickel barrier coatings: Manufacturing process and properties.

Obstacles and opportunities in implementing large-scale agile project management: Re-positioning activity theory as an analytical tool (2022)
Thesis
Chita, P. S. Obstacles and opportunities in implementing large-scale agile project management: Re-positioning activity theory as an analytical tool. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/291313

A key challenge facing organisations adopting large-scale Agile delivery methods is that of quickly and effectively learning new ways of working. This thesis posits that fundamental historical, cultural and behavioural aspects will affect the transit... Read More about Obstacles and opportunities in implementing large-scale agile project management: Re-positioning activity theory as an analytical tool.

A feasibility study for the development of sustainable theoretical framework for smart water-energy bathroom unit (2022)
Thesis
Oye, T. K. A feasibility study for the development of sustainable theoretical framework for smart water-energy bathroom unit. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2952381

One of the major issues facing the world in the 21st century is climate change. However, sustainability has become a crucial concept to combat extreme consumption and utilization of environmental resources leading to climate change. The bathroom has... Read More about A feasibility study for the development of sustainable theoretical framework for smart water-energy bathroom unit.

A feasibility study for the development of sustainable theoretical framework for smart air-conditioning (2022)
Thesis
Oye, T. T. A feasibility study for the development of sustainable theoretical framework for smart air-conditioning. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2952349

Air-conditioning as a technical solution to protect inhabitants from excessive heat exposure creates the challenge of expanding global warming and climate change. While air-conditioning has mostly been applied as an improvement to living conditions,... Read More about A feasibility study for the development of sustainable theoretical framework for smart air-conditioning.

The use of Uberpool and its Relationship with Public Transport -A London case study (2022)
Thesis
Mohamed, M. J. H. The use of Uberpool and its Relationship with Public Transport -A London case study. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2952214

The growth of novel forms of shared and non-shared ridesourcing services such as Uberpool and UberX, are nowadays a common feature of transport options in many cities globally (i.e., London). The rapid growth of these new services is creating challen... Read More about The use of Uberpool and its Relationship with Public Transport -A London case study.

From algorithm selection to generation using deep learning (2022)
Thesis
Alissa, M. From algorithm selection to generation using deep learning. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2952201

Algorithm selection and generation techniques are two methods that can be used to exploit the performance complementarity of different algorithms when applied to large diverse sets of combinatorial problem instances. As there is no single algorithm t... Read More about From algorithm selection to generation using deep learning.

'A journey that motivates': Discovering the associate student experience (2022)
Thesis
Meharg, D. 'A journey that motivates': Discovering the associate student experience. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2951063

Higher education has seen huge growth in the past two decades with degree study becoming an anticipated next step after high school. But access to higher education is still riddled with inequality, and society is calling for equal access for all. The... Read More about 'A journey that motivates': Discovering the associate student experience.

Enabling female student interaction in synchronous virtual classrooms in Saudi Higher Education (2022)
Thesis
Alamri, N. M. Enabling female student interaction in synchronous virtual classrooms in Saudi Higher Education. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2913119

A new approach to classroom technology is required to meet the challenges of 21st Century learning in Saudi Arabia. This study explores the effectiveness of classroom interactions from the perspective of students and instructors with a view to establ... Read More about Enabling female student interaction in synchronous virtual classrooms in Saudi Higher Education.