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Faults, errors and failures in communications: a systems theory perspective on organisational structure (2006)
Book Chapter
Andras, P., & Charlton, B. (2006). Faults, errors and failures in communications: a systems theory perspective on organisational structure. In D. Besnard, C. Gacek, & C. B. Jones (Eds.), Structure for Dependability: Computer-Based Systems from an Interdisciplinary Perspective (189-213). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/1-84628-111-3_10

Abstract communications systems theory may be a valuable tool for the description, prediction and control of organizations. An organization is conceptualized as an abstract system of inter-human communications; humans are the main organization 'commu... Read More about Faults, errors and failures in communications: a systems theory perspective on organisational structure.

Including users with motor impairments in design (2006)
Book Chapter
Keates, S., Trewin, S., & Elliott, J. P. (2006). Including users with motor impairments in design. In C. Ghaoui (Ed.), Encyclopedia of Human Computer Interaction (317-323). London: Idea Group Inc (IGI). https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-59140-562-7.ch049

For people with motor impairments, access to, and independent control of, a computer can be an important part of everyday life. However, in order to be of benefit, computer systems must be accessible. Computer use often involves interaction with a gr... Read More about Including users with motor impairments in design.

Comparative field evaluation of the signal control strategy TUC in three traffic networks. (2006)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Bielefeldt, C. (2006). Comparative field evaluation of the signal control strategy TUC in three traffic networks.

This paper describes how the recently developed network-wide real-time signal control strategy TUC has been implemented in three traffic networks with quite different traffic and control infrastructure characteristics: Chania, Greece (23 junctions);... Read More about Comparative field evaluation of the signal control strategy TUC in three traffic networks..

Social impacts of transport surveillance. (2006)
Journal Article
Wigan, M., & Clarke, R. A. (2006). Social impacts of transport surveillance. Prometheus, 24(4), 389-404. https://doi.org/10.1080/08109020601029961

The transport sector is a natural focal point for surveillance measures to combat the threat of terrorism. It is also a complex environment that offers many examples of the social impacts of contemporary surveillance. Surveillance needs to be assesse... Read More about Social impacts of transport surveillance..

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.

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. Retrieved from 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..

What's wrong with freight models and what should we do about it? (2006)
Journal Article
Southworth, F., & Wigan, M. (2006). What's wrong with freight models and what should we do about it?. Transportation research record,

After many years of neglect, freight, freight operations, and commodity flow models are now attracting substantial attention, and there is a wide perception among transportation analysts that they all need a careful overhaul. In this paper the range... Read More about What's wrong with freight models and what should we do about it?.

Housing and sound insulation: Improving existing attached dwellings and designing for conversions. (2006)
Book
Smith, S., Wood, J., & MacKenzie, R. (2006). Housing and sound insulation: Improving existing attached dwellings and designing for conversions. Arcamedia

This book is an essential tool for housing managers, building control and architects in designing to improve the levels of sound insulation in existing housing.

A key section on conversions provides invaluable advice on how to approach sound insul... Read More about Housing and sound insulation: Improving existing attached dwellings and designing for conversions..

Risk and motorcyclists in Scotland. (2006)
Journal Article
Sexton, B., Hamilton, K., Baughan, C., Stradling, S. G., & Broughton, P. (2006). Risk and motorcyclists in Scotland. Scottish Executive Research Unit,

Study of attitudes to risk taking and understanding of risks amongst motorcyclists in Scotland in order to inform future Road Safety Scotland campaigns.

The Educational Needs of the Timber Industries – Report of an Online Survey by the Centre for Timber Engineering. (2006)
Report
Ridley-Ellis, D., & Nolte, S. (2006). The Educational Needs of the Timber Industries – Report of an Online Survey by the Centre for Timber Engineering

This survey was conducted by the Centre for Timber Engineering (CTE) in summer 2005 to investigate the educational needs and preferences of the timber industries. Both employers and employees were asked to define and articulate curriculum and skills... Read More about The Educational Needs of the Timber Industries – Report of an Online Survey by the Centre for Timber Engineering..

Homophily and assimilation among sport-active adolescent substance users. (2006)
Journal Article
Pearson, M., Sieglich, C., & Snijders, T. (2006). Homophily and assimilation among sport-active adolescent substance users. Connections, 27, 47-63

We analyse the co-evolution of social networks and substance use behaviour of adolescents
and address the problem of separating the effects of homophily and assimilation. Adolescents
who prefer friends with the same substance-use behaviour exhibit... Read More about Homophily and assimilation among sport-active adolescent substance users..