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Off-site and modern methods of timber construction a sustainable approach. (2010)
Book
Hairstans, R. (2010). Off-site and modern methods of timber construction a sustainable approach. TRADA Technology Ltd

Many prefer the versatility of timber frame for panelised, volumetric and hybrid 'built offsite' systems. Other suitable formats include timber post and beam, 'massive' construction using cross-laminated timber, and structural insulated panel systems... Read More about Off-site and modern methods of timber construction a sustainable approach..

Cutting vehicle emissions with regenerative braking (2010)
Journal Article
Clarke, P., Muneer, T., & Cullinane, K. (2010). Cutting vehicle emissions with regenerative braking. Transportation Research Part D: Transport and Environment, 15(3), 160-167. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.trd.2009.11.002

This paper presents an analysis of vehicle regenerative braking systems as a quick and relatively easy means of achieving higher overall fuel efficiency and lowering carbon emissions. The system involves the installation of an additional electric mot... Read More about Cutting vehicle emissions with regenerative braking.

Improvement of Sound Quality by Means of Ultra-Soft Elastomer for the Gel Type Inertia Driven DML Type Transducer. (2010)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Cho, M., Prokofieva, E., Munoz, J., & Barker, M. (2010). Improvement of Sound Quality by Means of Ultra-Soft Elastomer for the Gel Type Inertia Driven DML Type Transducer.

Unlike standard DML transducers, the gel-type inertia driven transducer (referred to as the gel transducer in this paper) designed as a mini woofer DML-type transducer, transfers its pistonic movement to a panel through the gel surround, thereby gene... Read More about Improvement of Sound Quality by Means of Ultra-Soft Elastomer for the Gel Type Inertia Driven DML Type Transducer..

The Effect of Differing Shaft Dynamics on the Biomechanics of the Golf Swing (2010)
Thesis
Betzler, N. F. The Effect of Differing Shaft Dynamics on the Biomechanics of the Golf Swing. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/3743

The role of the shaft in the golf swing has been the subject of scientific debate for many years but there is little consensus regarding the effects of altering shaft bending stiffness. The aim of this thesis was to determine and explain the effects... Read More about The Effect of Differing Shaft Dynamics on the Biomechanics of the Golf Swing.

Manipulation and optimization techniques for Boolean logic (2010)
Journal Article
Al-Jassani, B. A., Urquhart, N. B., & Almaini, A. E. A. (2010). Manipulation and optimization techniques for Boolean logic. IET computers & digital techniques / IET, 4, 227-239. https://doi.org/10.1049/iet-cdt.2009.0007

In this study, new techniques and algorithms are presented for the derivation and optimisation of mixed polarity Reed Muller (MPRM) and mixed polarity dual Reed Muller (MPDRM) functions. The first algorithm is used for bidirectional conversion betwee... Read More about Manipulation and optimization techniques for Boolean logic.

The future of quality control for wood & wood products. (2010)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
(2010). The future of quality control for wood & wood products. In D. Ridley-Ellis, & J. Moore (Eds.), Proceedings of the final conference of COST Action E53

The principal aim of the COST Action E53 was to improve methods of quality control in processing round wood and timber to ensure that timber products and components meet the requirements of the users. The Action also promoted the improvement of spe... Read More about The future of quality control for wood & wood products..

Is bigger better? Film success in small countries – the case of Scotland, Ireland and Denmark. (2010)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
MacPherson, R. (2010). Is bigger better? Film success in small countries – the case of Scotland, Ireland and Denmark.

Small European countries with low levels of film production might be expected to suffer from diseconomies of scale and other structural disadvantages that would tend to produce a lower ratio of ‘hits’ to ‘flops’ than larger countries. Analysis of Sc... Read More about Is bigger better? Film success in small countries – the case of Scotland, Ireland and Denmark..

Applying decision making theory to clinical judgements in violence risk assessment (2010)
Journal Article
Murray, J., & Thomson, M. E. (2010). Applying decision making theory to clinical judgements in violence risk assessment. Europe's journal of psychology, 6(2), 150-171. https://doi.org/10.5964/ejop.v6i2.189

A considerable proportion of research in the field of violence risk assessment has focused on the accuracy of clinical judgements of offender dangerousness. This has largely been determined through research which compares the accuracy of clinical pre... Read More about Applying decision making theory to clinical judgements in violence risk assessment.

Projects for multi-disciplinary teams: engaging students across design disciplines in a shared undergraduate first year curriculum. (2010)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Lambert, I., & Firth, R. (2010, May). Projects for multi-disciplinary teams: engaging students across design disciplines in a shared undergraduate first year curriculum. Paper presented at Cumulus 10: Borderline - Pushing Design over the limit

On undergraduate design courses at Edinburgh Napier University, two thirds of the first year curriculum is shared. Working in open studios, students are able to gain awareness of each others’ modes of practice and the common skills that transcend dis... Read More about Projects for multi-disciplinary teams: engaging students across design disciplines in a shared undergraduate first year curriculum..

Parametric Investigation of Lateral Spreading in Free‐Face Ground Formations (2010)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Valsamis, A., Bouckovalas, G., & Dimitriadi, V. (2010, May). Parametric Investigation of Lateral Spreading in Free‐Face Ground Formations. Paper presented at 5th International Conference on Recent Advances in Geotechnical Engineering and Soil Dynamics, San Diego, California

Liquefaction-induced lateral spreading can cause extensive damage and even failure to foundations and earthworks resting inside or in the vicinity of the affected ground. The current practice for the evaluation of the ground surface displacement due... Read More about Parametric Investigation of Lateral Spreading in Free‐Face Ground Formations.

Cross layer neighbourhood load routing for wireless mesh networks. (2010)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Zhao, L., Al-Dubai, A., & Min, G. (2010). Cross layer neighbourhood load routing for wireless mesh networks. In Proceedings of IEEE IPDPS 2010 (1-7). https://doi.org/10.1109/IPDPSW.2010.5470790

Wireless Mesh Network (WMN) has been considered as a key emerging technology to construct next generation wireless communication networks. It combines the advantages of both mobile ad-hoc network (MANET) and traditional fixed network, attracting sign... Read More about Cross layer neighbourhood load routing for wireless mesh networks..

Is the routine recording of primary care consultations possible … and desirable? Lessons for researchers from a consultation with multiple stakeholders (2010)
Journal Article
Rushmer, R., Themessel-Huber, M., Coyle, J., Humphris, G., Dowell, J., & Williams, B. (2011). Is the routine recording of primary care consultations possible … and desirable? Lessons for researchers from a consultation with multiple stakeholders. Patient Education and Counseling, 82(2), 247-253. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pec.2010.04.020

Objective: To explore stakeholders' attitudes towards routine, longitudinal recording of primary care consultations for research purposes, and to identify legal, ethical, and practical barriers and facilitators. Methods: 183 stakeholders (including p... Read More about Is the routine recording of primary care consultations possible … and desirable? Lessons for researchers from a consultation with multiple stakeholders.

Parasitic infection of the hyperiid amphipod Themisto libellula in the Canadian Beaufort Sea (Arctic Ocean), with a description of Ganymedes themistos sp. n. (Apicomplexa, Eugregarinorida) (2010)
Journal Article
Prokopowicz, A. J., Rueckert, S., Leander, B. S., Michaud, J., & Fortier, L. (2010). Parasitic infection of the hyperiid amphipod Themisto libellula in the Canadian Beaufort Sea (Arctic Ocean), with a description of Ganymedes themistos sp. n. (Apicomplexa, Eugregarinorida). Polar Biology, 33(10), 1339-1350. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00300-010-0821-0

Two parasites were found in the hyperiid amphipod Themisto libellula sampled with nets and collected by sediment traps over the annual cycle in the Canadian Beaufort Sea. The trophozoites of the newly described gregarine Ganymedes themistos sp. n. in... Read More about Parasitic infection of the hyperiid amphipod Themisto libellula in the Canadian Beaufort Sea (Arctic Ocean), with a description of Ganymedes themistos sp. n. (Apicomplexa, Eugregarinorida).

Do simple ventilation and gas exchange measurements predict early successful weaning from respiratory support in unselected general intensive care patients? (2010)
Journal Article
Monaco, F., Drummond, G. B., Ramsay, P., Servillo, G., & Walsh, T. S. (2010). Do simple ventilation and gas exchange measurements predict early successful weaning from respiratory support in unselected general intensive care patients?. British Journal of Anaesthesia, 105, 326-333. https://doi.org/10.1093/bja/aeq184

Background. The value of respiratory variables as weaning predictors in the intensive care unit (ICU) is controversial. We evaluated the ability of tidal volume (Vtexp), respiratory rate ( f ), minute volume (MVexp), rapid shallow breathing index ( f... Read More about Do simple ventilation and gas exchange measurements predict early successful weaning from respiratory support in unselected general intensive care patients?.

Management commitment to service quality and organizational outcomes (2010)
Journal Article
Cheung, M. F., & To, W. M. (2010). Management commitment to service quality and organizational outcomes. Managing Service Quality, 20(3), 259-272. https://doi.org/10.1108/09604521011041970

Purpose – This paper aims to explore the mediating role of effective employee involvement in the links between management commitment to service quality, employees’ job satisfaction, and customer perceptions of service performance. Design/methodolo... Read More about Management commitment to service quality and organizational outcomes.

Learning and Teaching Challenges in project management (2010)
Journal Article
Ojiako, G., Ashleigh, M., Chipulu, M., & Maguire, S. (2011). Learning and Teaching Challenges in project management. International Journal of Project Management, 29(3), 268-278. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijproman.2010.03.008

This paper seeks to examine how considerations of future pedagogy will impact on the student experience. This examination utilises data gathered from a survey of students studying project management. The data are analysed using CATPCA in order to est... Read More about Learning and Teaching Challenges in project management.