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The development of a photoacoustic Instrument for the monitoring of oil and other hydrocarbons in water. (1995)
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Mackenzie, H., & Binnie, D. (1995). The development of a photoacoustic Instrument for the monitoring of oil and other hydrocarbons in water. Petroleum review, 49, 555-557

The present methods for the detection of oil in discharge water are based either on chemical analysis of intermittent samples or bypass pipelines with instrumentation to detect either dissolved or dispersed hydrocarbons by a variety of optical techni... Read More about The development of a photoacoustic Instrument for the monitoring of oil and other hydrocarbons in water..

An experimental investigation of outflow of liquids from single-outlet vessels (1995)
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Schmidt, O., & Kubie, J. (1995). An experimental investigation of outflow of liquids from single-outlet vessels. International Journal of Multiphase Flow, 21(6), 1163-1168. https://doi.org/10.1016/0301-9322%2895%2900051-x

This paper considers the outflow of a liquid from a single outlet vessel, i.e. a vessel in which the outflowing liquid is displaced by another fluid which enters the vessel through the same opening. The simplest possible arrangement is investigated:... Read More about An experimental investigation of outflow of liquids from single-outlet vessels.

One-bit adder design based on Reed-Muller expansions (1995)
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Guan, Z., & Almaini, A. E. A. (1995). One-bit adder design based on Reed-Muller expansions. International Journal of Electronics, 79(5), 519-529. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207219508926289

It has been claimed for some time that the Reed-Muller technique can yield a simpler arithmetic circuit if it is employed in the design procedure. In fact, no practical application in this field can be found in the open literature. This paper attempt... Read More about One-bit adder design based on Reed-Muller expansions.

The behaviour of a MDF groove‐lock flooring system under static load (1995)
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Bell, C. L., Kermani, A., & McKenzie, W. M. C. (1995). The behaviour of a MDF groove‐lock flooring system under static load. Building research and information : the international journal of research, development and demonstration, 23(5), 249-254. https://doi.org/10.1080/09613219508727472

Investigation of the structural behaviour of medium density fibreboard, MDF, panels used as a flooring system under static loading conditions. Properties of the panel and structural support rails were tested as separate components to determine their... Read More about The behaviour of a MDF groove‐lock flooring system under static load.

Application of pulsed laser photoacoustic sensors in monitoring oil contamination in water (1995)
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Hodgson, P., Quan, K., MacKenzie, H., Freeborn, S., Hannigan, J., Johnston, E., Greig, F., & Binnie, T. (1995). Application of pulsed laser photoacoustic sensors in monitoring oil contamination in water. Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, 29(1-3), 339-344. https://doi.org/10.1016/0925-4005%2895%2901704-6

A pulsed laser photoacoustic measurement technique, utilising laser diode sources, has been developed for the detection of oil contamination in water. The measurement of oil-contaminated water samples of oil concentration ranging from 0 to 900 mg 1−1... Read More about Application of pulsed laser photoacoustic sensors in monitoring oil contamination in water.

Effect of Vortices on Liquid Outflow from Vessels (1995)
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Harvey, R., & Kubie, J. (1995). Effect of Vortices on Liquid Outflow from Vessels. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, 209(5), 363-370. https://doi.org/10.1243/pime_proc_1995_209_164_02

This paper considers the effect of vortices on liquid outflow from open vessels. One of the simplest possible arrangements is investigated: an axisymmetric vertical cylindrical vessel with an outlet in its base. A simple spiral vortex is either intro... Read More about Effect of Vortices on Liquid Outflow from Vessels.

Treatment of timber products with gaseous borate esters: Part 1. Factors influencing the treatment process (1995)
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Turner, P., & Murphy, R. (1995). Treatment of timber products with gaseous borate esters: Part 1. Factors influencing the treatment process. Wood science and technology, 29(5), 385-395. https://doi.org/10.1007/bf00202586

Several factors which influence the treatment of timber products with vapour phase preservatives such as borate esters are considered. Gas flow rate through the substrate was found to be a significant factor limiting both preservative penetration and... Read More about Treatment of timber products with gaseous borate esters: Part 1. Factors influencing the treatment process.

Using genetic algorithms for the variable ordering of Reed-Muller binary decision diagrams (1995)
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Almaini, A. E. A., & Zhuang, N. (1995). Using genetic algorithms for the variable ordering of Reed-Muller binary decision diagrams. Microelectronics Journal, 26(5), 471-480. https://doi.org/10.1016/0026-2692%2895%2998949-R

Results are reported of the use of genetic algorithms for the variable ordering problem in Reed-Muller binary decision diagrams. Tests carried out on benchmark examples and randomly generated functions are very encouraging and compare favourably with... Read More about Using genetic algorithms for the variable ordering of Reed-Muller binary decision diagrams.

PVDF sensors with low-temperature bonding techniques (1995)
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Webster, S., & Binnie, T. (1995). PVDF sensors with low-temperature bonding techniques. Sensors and Actuators A: Physical, 49(1-2), 61-65. https://doi.org/10.1016/0924-4247%2895%2901010-x

The performances of poly-vinylidene fluoride (PVDF) thin-film infrared sensors with alternative bonding methods are presented in comparison with a more established method. A responsivity of 25 V (W cm−2)−1 is achieved using a commercially available a... Read More about PVDF sensors with low-temperature bonding techniques.

A Cost-Effective Image Sensor System for Transport Applications Utilising a Miniature CMOS Single Chip Camera (1994)
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Wan, C., Dickinson, K., & Binnie, T. (1994). A Cost-Effective Image Sensor System for Transport Applications Utilising a Miniature CMOS Single Chip Camera. IFAC papers online, 27(12), 151-156. https://doi.org/10.1016/s1474-6670%2817%2947460-x

The availability of a range image processing systems has made automatic traffic image analysis a viable proposition. The industrial take-up of image processing technology for traffic monitoring and control has been slow. One reason can be attributed... Read More about A Cost-Effective Image Sensor System for Transport Applications Utilising a Miniature CMOS Single Chip Camera.

Beyond the mainstream: examining alternative sources for stock selection. (1994)
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Atton, C. (1994). Beyond the mainstream: examining alternative sources for stock selection. Library Review, 43(4), 57-64. https://doi.org/10.1108/00242539410063605

There are thousands of small publishers, small presses and individuals in Britain currently producing textbooks, monographs, novels, poetry, journals, newspapers and other, non-standard, publications. Their output ranges from the stocklists of suc... Read More about Beyond the mainstream: examining alternative sources for stock selection..

Rheological spectroscopy of concentrated colloidal dispersions (1993)
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Williams, P., Williams, D., & Williams, R. (1993). Rheological spectroscopy of concentrated colloidal dispersions. Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 77(1), 75-79. https://doi.org/10.1016/0927-7757%2893%2980101-j

A new instrument, the virtual gap rheometer (VGR) for the determination of dynamic shear moduli (and mechanical relaxation spectra therefrom) at frequencies above 100 Hz is described. Several features of the VGR which make it particularly suited to t... Read More about Rheological spectroscopy of concentrated colloidal dispersions.

The Integration of Design and Manufacture ‐A Quantum Leap (1993)
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Hunt, I., Roberts, S., & Jones, R. (1993). The Integration of Design and Manufacture ‐A Quantum Leap. Integrated Manufacturing Systems, 4(2), 15-19. https://doi.org/10.1108/09576069310037464

New product “time to market” in the information technology (IT) industry is increasingly critical to a company′s competitiveness. Early product release into the marketplace will ensure higher profit margins, quicker returns on investment and therefo... Read More about The Integration of Design and Manufacture ‐A Quantum Leap.

Local authorities and economic development in Scotland (1992)
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McQuaid, R. W. (1992). Local authorities and economic development in Scotland. Local work : CLES bulletin, 1-7

The recently published Consultation Paper on the reform of local government in Scotland presents options which will have profound effects upon economic development activities of Scottish local authorities. In order to promote an informed debate on th... Read More about Local authorities and economic development in Scotland.

Permeability of stressed concrete: Steady‐state method of measuring permeability of hardened concrete studies in relation to the change in structure of concrete under various short‐term stress levels (1991)
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Kermani, A. (1991). Permeability of stressed concrete: Steady‐state method of measuring permeability of hardened concrete studies in relation to the change in structure of concrete under various short‐term stress levels. Building research and information : the international journal of research, development and demonstration, 19(6), 360-366. https://doi.org/10.1080/09613219108727156

Abdy Kermani of the Structural Research Group at the Department of Civil Engineering, Napier Polytechnic of Edinburgh, found that permeability increases with increase in applied stress level depending on the type of the mix and the magnitude of the a... Read More about Permeability of stressed concrete: Steady‐state method of measuring permeability of hardened concrete studies in relation to the change in structure of concrete under various short‐term stress levels.

Performance of Nailed Gusset Joints in Ridged Timber Portals (1991)
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Kermani, A., & Lee, B. S. (1991). Performance of Nailed Gusset Joints in Ridged Timber Portals. International Journal of Forest Engineering, 3(1), 13-28. https://doi.org/10.1080/08435243.1991.10702630

Abstract The structural behaviour and performance of nailed plywood gusset knee joints of timber portal frames are investigated. An analytical study has shown, and experimental study has confirmed, that the behaviour of the joints in terms of streng... Read More about Performance of Nailed Gusset Joints in Ridged Timber Portals.