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Robot Calibration Using Artificial Neural Networks (1995)
Thesis
Zhong, X. Robot Calibration Using Artificial Neural Networks. (Thesis). Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2254583

Robot calibration is an integrated procedure of measurement and data processing to improve and maintain robot positioning accuracy. Existing robot calibration techniques require extensive human intervention and off-line processing, which preclude the... Read More about Robot Calibration Using Artificial Neural Networks.

The behaviour of a MDF groove‐lock flooring system under static load (1995)
Journal Article
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:

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)
Journal Article
Hodgson, P., Quan, K., MacKenzie, H., Freeborn, S., Hannigan, J., Johnston, E., …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://

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.

A study of arithmetic circuits and the effect of utilising Reed-Muller techniques (1995)
Thesis
Guan, Z. A study of arithmetic circuits and the effect of utilising Reed-Muller techniques. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/4340

Reed-Muller algebraic techniques, as an alternative means in logic design, became more attractive recently, because of their compact representations of logic functions and yielding of easily testable circuits. It is claimed by some researchers that R... Read More about A study of arithmetic circuits and the effect of utilising Reed-Muller techniques.

Effect of Vortices on Liquid Outflow from Vessels (1995)
Journal Article
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_0

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)
Journal Article
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)
Journal Article
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.

Local housing submarket structure and regional household housing choice behaviour (1995)
Thesis
Tu, Y. Local housing submarket structure and regional household housing choice behaviour. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/3603

As home ownership in the UK housing market has become mature, economic and econometric analyses of urban and regional owner-occupier housing markets have become a long-standing concern of housing economists. This thesis defines a nested local housing... Read More about Local housing submarket structure and regional household housing choice behaviour.

PVDF sensors with low-temperature bonding techniques (1995)
Journal Article
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.

Logic synthesis and optimisation using Reed-Muller expansions (1995)
Thesis
McKenzie, L. M. Logic synthesis and optimisation using Reed-Muller expansions. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/4276

This thesis presents techniques and algorithms which may be employed to represent, generate and optimise particular categories of Exclusive-OR SumOf-Products (ESOP) forms. The work documented herein concentrates on two types of Reed-Muller (RM) expre... Read More about Logic synthesis and optimisation using Reed-Muller expansions.

On the algebraic foundations of the vector epsilon-algorithm. (1995)
Book Chapter
Roberts, D. E. (1995). On the algebraic foundations of the vector epsilon-algorithm. In R. Ablamowicz, & P. Lounesto (Eds.), Clifford algebras and spinor structures: A special volume dedicated to the memory of Albert Crumeyrolle (1919-1992) (343-361). Klu

We review the Clifford algebraic foundations of versions of the vector epsilon-algorithm. This involves the formation of rational approximants to vector-valued functions defined by a power series. We summarise their properties and demonstrate how a s... Read More about On the algebraic foundations of the vector epsilon-algorithm..

Local enterprise companies and economic development - some issues in rural Scotland (1994)
Book Chapter
McQuaid, R. W. (1994). Local enterprise companies and economic development - some issues in rural Scotland. In Social Science Working Paper No.12. Department of Economics, Edinburgh Napier University

Local Enterprise Companies (LECs) are the main central government-funded business development agencies which provide support for businesses and training programmes for individuals in the rural areas of Scotland. This paper provides a general overview... Read More about Local enterprise companies and economic development - some issues in rural Scotland.

Adaptive lane finding in road traffic image analysis (1994)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Stewart, B., Reading, I., Thomson, M., Binnie, T. D., Dickinson, K., & Wan, C. (1994). Adaptive lane finding in road traffic image analysis. . https://doi.org/10.1049/cp%3A19940441

The application of image processing and computer vision techniques to the analysis of video sequences of traffic flow offers considerable improvements over the existing methods of traffic data collection. The key to the development of a road monitori... Read More about Adaptive lane finding in road traffic image analysis.

Parallel CMOS 2's complement multiplier based on 5:3 counter. (1994)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Guan, Z., Thomson, P., & Almaini, A. E. A. (1994). Parallel CMOS 2's complement multiplier based on 5:3 counter. In IEEE International Conference on Computer Design: VLSI in Computers and Processors, 1994. ICCD '94. Proceedings. (298-301). https://doi.or

A parallel 8x8 2's complement multiplier based on a novel 5:3 counter is presented. The structure of the multiplier is simple, regular and very suitable for VLSI implementation. Compared with Wallace tree and Redundant Bimary Addition Tree, the propo... Read More about Parallel CMOS 2's complement multiplier based on 5:3 counter..

Finite Element Analysis of Timber Joints Made with Welded Steel Gussets and Dowels (1994)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Goh, H., & Kermani, A. (1994). Finite Element Analysis of Timber Joints Made with Welded Steel Gussets and Dowels. Advances in structural engineering, 89-95. https://doi.org/10.4203/ccp.29.6.2

Three-dimensional non-linear finite element analysis was used to study the structural behaviour and performance of timber joints made with welded steel gusset plates and dowels. The behaviour of such structural systems, which consist of timber member... Read More about Finite Element Analysis of Timber Joints Made with Welded Steel Gussets and Dowels.

A Cost-Effective Image Sensor System for Transport Applications Utilising a Miniature CMOS Single Chip Camera (1994)
Journal Article
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.