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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Investigation of bus passenger discomfort and driver fatigue: An electroencephalography (EEG) approach (2021)
Thesis
Afuye, B. O. Investigation of bus passenger discomfort and driver fatigue: An electroencephalography (EEG) approach. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2799650

Efforts to improve urban bus transport systems’ comfort and increase user satisfaction have been made for many years across the globe. Increasing bus users and reducing car users has an economic benefit. Whenever the urban bus share is larger than 25... Read More about Investigation of bus passenger discomfort and driver fatigue: An electroencephalography (EEG) approach.

The delusion of innovations? An investigation into micro-level factors to an effective macro-level diffusion of Building Information Modelling in the UK (2021)
Thesis
Robinson, M. J. The delusion of innovations? An investigation into micro-level factors to an effective macro-level diffusion of Building Information Modelling in the UK. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napie

Building Information Modelling (BIM) is being hailed as the digital enabler to reform of the traditionally stagnant construction industry, with the UK leading much of the global drive to strategize the macro-level adoption of BIM. However, in an inhe... Read More about The delusion of innovations? An investigation into micro-level factors to an effective macro-level diffusion of Building Information Modelling in the UK.

Performance and environmental sustainability assessment of an integrated solar water heater designed for disassembly (2021)
Thesis
Saint, R. M. Performance and environmental sustainability assessment of an integrated solar water heater designed for disassembly. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2848617

Recent amendments to the Climate Change (Scotland) Bill set an ambitious target of net-zero by 2045 and the Scottish Government has highlighted the need for policy reform to decarbonise heat. Minimum requirement for hot water provision through renewa... Read More about Performance and environmental sustainability assessment of an integrated solar water heater designed for disassembly.

Mode choice modelling using elements of MINDSPACE and structural equation modelling (2020)
Thesis
Ababio-Donkor, A. Mode choice modelling using elements of MINDSPACE and structural equation modelling. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2709043

The last two decades have witnessed a rising research interest in integrated choice and latent variable (ICLV) modelling, in direct response to the inability of the traditional choice models to adequately explain the over half a century growing trend... Read More about Mode choice modelling using elements of MINDSPACE and structural equation modelling.

Automated code compliance for structural timber design with building information modelling (2020)
Thesis
Livingstone, A. Automated code compliance for structural timber design with building information modelling. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2709249

This work set out to identify and overcome the barriers to specifying structural timber within the UK. In the first instance, a survey of practising structural engineers was conducted, and in combination with a review of the context via available lit... Read More about Automated code compliance for structural timber design with building information modelling.

Development of a BIM-enabled and Cloud-based Sustainability Assessment System for Buildings in Sub-Saharan Africa: The Case of Nigeria (2020)
Thesis
Olawumi, T. O. (2020). Development of a BIM-enabled and Cloud-based Sustainability Assessment System for Buildings in Sub-Saharan Africa: The Case of Nigeria. (Thesis). Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.u

The increasing urbanization of the built environment has bolstered the need of promoting sustainable practices and Building Information Modelling (BIM) initiative in building and construction projects. However, there has not been a unified adoption a... Read More about Development of a BIM-enabled and Cloud-based Sustainability Assessment System for Buildings in Sub-Saharan Africa: The Case of Nigeria.

Investigations into the application of engineered bamboo for future hybrid beams (2020)
Thesis
Gharavi, N. Investigations into the application of engineered bamboo for future hybrid beams. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2707193

Over the late decade, sustainability has become mainstream in the built environment due to the widespread awareness of global warming. This has led to the creation and optimisation of engineered wood and bamboo products. Engineered bamboo products po... Read More about Investigations into the application of engineered bamboo for future hybrid beams.

A feasibility study of development and implementation of smart energy system for 100% renewable energy and transport solutions in Sri Lanka (2020)
Thesis
Fernando, W. P. R. S. S. A feasibility study of development and implementation of smart energy system for 100% renewable energy and transport solutions in Sri Lanka. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac

Sri Lanka as a developing country is facing existential energy challenges. Total electricity consumption was 12.79 TWh in 2016 and is projected to increase about 6 times to 71.97 TWh by 2050. The projected energy demand will exceed supply in a few ye... Read More about A feasibility study of development and implementation of smart energy system for 100% renewable energy and transport solutions in Sri Lanka.

Cyclic performance of rubber-soil mixtures to enhance seismic protection (2020)
Thesis
Bernal Sanchez, J. Cyclic performance of rubber-soil mixtures to enhance seismic protection. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2683555

The disposal of scrap tyres has become a major environmental problem around the world. For its recovery, a geomaterial has been used as part of civil constructions, commonly known as Rubber-Soil mixture (RSm). The use of RSm has the potential to be u... Read More about Cyclic performance of rubber-soil mixtures to enhance seismic protection.

Impact of climate change and envelope performance dilapidation on dwellings (2020)
Thesis
Bros Williamson, J. Impact of climate change and envelope performance dilapidation on dwellings. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2685578

This research is based on results of building envelope and energy performance of thirteen dwellings. The dwellings, located in Dunfermline, Scotland, were part of the Housing Innovation Showcase (HIS) developed by Kingdom Housing Association to explo... Read More about Impact of climate change and envelope performance dilapidation on dwellings.

Design, modelling and control of a rotorcraft landing gear for uneven ground conditions (2020)
Thesis
Melia Boix, D. Design, modelling and control of a rotorcraft landing gear for uneven ground conditions. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2701737

The ability to perform vertical take-off and landing, hovering and lateral flight provides rotorcrafts crucial advantages over other aircrafts and land vehicles for operations in remote areas. However, a major limitation of rotorcrafts is the require... Read More about Design, modelling and control of a rotorcraft landing gear for uneven ground conditions.

Transportation Engineering-Green port strategies in China (2019)
Thesis
Du, K. Transportation Engineering-Green port strategies in China. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2383378

In responding to the increasing challenges from both global climate change and local air pollution, environmental strategies are increasingly applied by ports in many developed countries, either independently by ports or as part of a national transpo... Read More about Transportation Engineering-Green port strategies in China.

Modelling and analysing cyclist road safety performance in Scotland: a safety in numbers perspective (2019)
Thesis
Meade, M. S. Modelling and analysing cyclist road safety performance in Scotland: a safety in numbers perspective. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2682661

Reported cyclist casualties are disproportionally high relative to their modal share. This is a well-documented problem and yet we currently do not have local or national models that can estimate exposure (i.e. intensity of travel by bike). There is... Read More about Modelling and analysing cyclist road safety performance in Scotland: a safety in numbers perspective.