subject:( Parametric process)

Victoria University of Wellington

1. Le Comte, Thomas. Designed Parameters: Advancing Parametric Software in the Architectural Design Process.

Degree: 2017, Victoria University of Wellington

► Architects use computers predominantly to digitise a design process that has been in use prior to the advent of the computer. Traditional analogue concepts are… (more)

▼ Architects use computers predominantly to digitise a design process that has been in use prior to the advent of the computer. Traditional analogue concepts are transferred into and sculpted through the digital world but the overall process has remained mostly unchanged for decades. Merely digitising a known process does not utilise the full power of the computer and its near limitless ability to compute. For an architect, design of the built environment is highly important especially if they are to optimise the physical, phenomenological and psychological aspects of the space. The process of designing an architectural space is riddled with possibilities or variables that architects have used historically to aid in the design of the built environment, including but not limited to: object relationships, climate, site conditions, history, habitibility and the clients input - all project requirements that must somehow be quantified into a built object. This information is key for an architect as it will inform and form the architecture which is to be designed for the project at hand. This information, however useful, is not easy to integrate into every aspect of the design without intensive planning, problem solving and an exploration of almost an infinite number of possibilities. This is where parametric design can be used to aid in the design. More of the fundamental aspects of the information gathered in a project can be programmed into a computer as parameters or relationships. Once this information has been quantified, the designer can run through iterations of a design which are defined by these parameters. This is not a random process. It is controlled by the designer and the outcome is a product of how the architect designs the parameters, or relationships between components of the design. Parametric design offers a shift from merely digitising design ideas to using programmed constraints derived through the design process to influence and augment the design envisioned by the architect. Parametric design allows the system to be changed holistically and updated through the alteration of individual components that will then impact the form of the design as a whole – creating a non-linear process that is connected throughout all design phases. This thesis seeks to explore parametric design through its implementation within a group design project to decipher how a parametric process grounded in an understanding of contemporary digital fabrication can inform architectural space. To explore parametric design, this thesis will practice this re-envisioned design process through three design phases. The first phase is the foundational knowledge stage where the applications of digital workflow, computer models, tools and material explorations are examined. Second is the production of a prototype to investigate lessons learnt from phase one and apply these lessons to an actual parametric system used to design a prototype. The final stage will be a developed design process that will further explore a parametric system… Advisors/Committee Members: Sweet, Kevin.

Subjects/Keywords: Parameters; Parametric design; Design process

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APA (6^th Edition):

Le Comte, T. (2017). Designed Parameters: Advancing Parametric Software in the Architectural Design Process. (Masters Thesis). Victoria University of Wellington. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10063/6877

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Le Comte, Thomas. “Designed Parameters: Advancing Parametric Software in the Architectural Design Process.” 2017. Masters Thesis, Victoria University of Wellington. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://hdl.handle.net/10063/6877.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Le Comte, Thomas. “Designed Parameters: Advancing Parametric Software in the Architectural Design Process.” 2017. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Le Comte T. Designed Parameters: Advancing Parametric Software in the Architectural Design Process. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Victoria University of Wellington; 2017. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10063/6877.

Council of Science Editors:

Le Comte T. Designed Parameters: Advancing Parametric Software in the Architectural Design Process. [Masters Thesis]. Victoria University of Wellington; 2017. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10063/6877

Delft University of Technology

2. Krishnamoorthi, Sathish (author). Model-Based Compensation for Serial Manipulators through Semi-Parametric Gaussian Process Regression.

Degree: 2018, Delft University of Technology

URL: http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:9fd87374-ab6b-4574-a7f0-96dc27ff2eb0

► Industrial robots can be found in automotive, food, chemical, and electronics industries. These robots are often caged and are secluded from human beings. A recent… (more)

▼ Industrial robots can be found in automotive, food, chemical, and electronics industries. These robots are often caged and are secluded from human beings. A recent trend in a subclass of industrial robots named collaborative robots allows the humans to interact with the robots safely. The word “safety” mentioned above is of supreme importance. The safety is achieved in these robots by their lightweight and sleek design. Often, robots are operated under low stiffness conditions to achieve less impact force during an unavoidable collision. A severe damage to the environment may occur if the robot becomes unstable under any conditions. It is of paramount importance for the controller present in the robot to stabilize the system under all conditions. One such controller is the joint impedance controller, which helps the robot to interact with an unknown environment by causing no harm to humans. The thesis marks its importance, as it is closely related to ensuring safety in collaborative robots and is mainly focused on tackling the situations whenever the controller fails. The controller in these manipulators has an Inverse Dynamics Model (IDM) and a Proportional Derivative (PD) controller. Under low stiffness and damping conditions, the PD gains are low and the manipulator is entirely compensated by the inverse dynamics model. This inverse dynamics model can become problematic in the presence of the un-modeled dynamics like flexibility, friction, dynamics of hydraulic tubes, actuators and cable drives or if the IDM model is inherently inaccurate. Consequently, the in-built joint impedance and position controller will fail to work under low stiffness and damping conditions, in-turn making the robot unstable. If this robot was to be used on an industrial platform and the problem is unresolved, it might cause some danger to the humans working closely and also damage the environment and itself. Since the robot is entirely compensated by the IDM under low stiffness and damping conditions, the thesis tries to acquire the accurate IDM of the robot for control purposes. To do so, two cases were modeled in this thesis, one with the internal IDM with correct base parameters and another one with the incorrect internal IDM by adding offset in the base parameters. But in both cases, the internal IDM model failed to compensate for the un-modeled dynamics occurring in the manipulator. The thesis incorporates a semi-parametric Gaussian process regression to tackle the two cases. A semi-parametric model consists of a parametric term and a non-parametric term. First, the parametric term is identified using the least squares approach. Later, the parametric term is used as mean to capture the non-parametric term using the Gaussian Process Regression. The proposed methods were tested on the PUMA 560 robot and the two-link manipulator in MATLAB. From the simulation results, the semi-parametric model was able to provide accurate feed-forward control torques to compensate for the model inaccuracies and the… Advisors/Committee Members: Kober, Jens (mentor), Delft University of Technology (degree granting institution).

Subjects/Keywords: Semi-parametric Gaussian Process Regression; Serial Manipulators; Gaussian process regression

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Krishnamoorthi, S. (. (2018). Model-Based Compensation for Serial Manipulators through Semi-Parametric Gaussian Process Regression. (Masters Thesis). Delft University of Technology. Retrieved from http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:9fd87374-ab6b-4574-a7f0-96dc27ff2eb0

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Krishnamoorthi, Sathish (author). “Model-Based Compensation for Serial Manipulators through Semi-Parametric Gaussian Process Regression.” 2018. Masters Thesis, Delft University of Technology. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:9fd87374-ab6b-4574-a7f0-96dc27ff2eb0.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Krishnamoorthi, Sathish (author). “Model-Based Compensation for Serial Manipulators through Semi-Parametric Gaussian Process Regression.” 2018. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Krishnamoorthi S(. Model-Based Compensation for Serial Manipulators through Semi-Parametric Gaussian Process Regression. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Delft University of Technology; 2018. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:9fd87374-ab6b-4574-a7f0-96dc27ff2eb0.

Council of Science Editors:

Krishnamoorthi S(. Model-Based Compensation for Serial Manipulators through Semi-Parametric Gaussian Process Regression. [Masters Thesis]. Delft University of Technology; 2018. Available from: http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:9fd87374-ab6b-4574-a7f0-96dc27ff2eb0

RMIT University

3. Holmes, P. Sonosentio.

Degree: 2013, RMIT University

URL: http://researchbank.rmit.edu.au/view/rmit:161526

► This project researches a new spatial design paradigm for the process of creating unique, sonically derived geometric compositions. The research presents a proposal to diverge… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Fields of Research; Sonic; Design; Process; Precedence; Parametric; Spatial; Architecture

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Holmes, P. (2013). Sonosentio. (Thesis). RMIT University. Retrieved from http://researchbank.rmit.edu.au/view/rmit:161526

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Holmes, P. “Sonosentio.” 2013. Thesis, RMIT University. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://researchbank.rmit.edu.au/view/rmit:161526.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Holmes, P. “Sonosentio.” 2013. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Holmes P. Sonosentio. [Internet] [Thesis]. RMIT University; 2013. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://researchbank.rmit.edu.au/view/rmit:161526.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Holmes P. Sonosentio. [Thesis]. RMIT University; 2013. Available from: http://researchbank.rmit.edu.au/view/rmit:161526

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Alberta

4. Gujarathi, Ganesh. Enhanced Design Process with CAD/CAE Integration and Smart Knowledge Capturing Method.

Degree: MS, Department of Mechanical Engineering, 2011, University of Alberta

URL: https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/xp68kh487

► Generally, a design process involves multiple modeling and analysis interaction iterations accommodating changes and verifications. It is convenient to develop generative programs to automate some… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Knowledge capturing method; CAD/CAE integration; Design process; Parametric design

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Gujarathi, G. (2011). Enhanced Design Process with CAD/CAE Integration and Smart Knowledge Capturing Method. (Masters Thesis). University of Alberta. Retrieved from https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/xp68kh487

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Gujarathi, Ganesh. “Enhanced Design Process with CAD/CAE Integration and Smart Knowledge Capturing Method.” 2011. Masters Thesis, University of Alberta. Accessed January 16, 2021. https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/xp68kh487.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Gujarathi, Ganesh. “Enhanced Design Process with CAD/CAE Integration and Smart Knowledge Capturing Method.” 2011. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Gujarathi G. Enhanced Design Process with CAD/CAE Integration and Smart Knowledge Capturing Method. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Alberta; 2011. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/xp68kh487.

Council of Science Editors:

Gujarathi G. Enhanced Design Process with CAD/CAE Integration and Smart Knowledge Capturing Method. [Masters Thesis]. University of Alberta; 2011. Available from: https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/xp68kh487

5. Vergnaud, Alban. Déploiement adaptatif d’un réseau de capteurs mobiles pour le suivi d’un phénomène évolutif décrit par des équations aux dérivées partielles. : Adaptive deployment of a mobile sensors network to optimize the monitoring of an evolutionary phenomenon described by partial differential equations.

Degree: Docteur es, Automatique et productique, 2015, Angers

URL: http://www.theses.fr/2015ANGE0014

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De nos jours la protection de l’environnement et des personnes nécessite le recours à des capteurs permettant de suivre le déplacement de phénomènes mobiles pour… (more)

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De nos jours la protection de l’environnement et des personnes nécessite le recours à des capteurs permettant de suivre le déplacement de phénomènes mobiles pour prédire et agir sur leur évolution (ex : nuages polluants, incendies,nappe d’hydrocarbures). Ces phénomènes physiques sont souvent modélisables par des équations aux dérivées partielles (EDP) éventuellement non linéaires. La mise au point d'un outil prédictif pour l'aide à la décision nécessite l'évaluation de certains paramètres d'entrée. Dans ces domaines, les capteurs sont en général coûteux et en nombre limité. Toutefois, avec les récentes avancées technologiques il devient envisageable de concevoir des systèmes mobiles peu coûteux et de déployer un groupe de véhicules en réseau dans un certain nombre d'environnements à risque.Le sujet de recherche étudié et présenté dans ce rapport concerne le développement et la validation de stratégies optimales de déplacement d'un ensemble de capteurs pour l'identification paramétrique en ligne des systèmes d' EDP caractérisés par une ou plusieurs sources mobiles. Le travail présenté est destiné à développer une méthodologie complète(théorie, méthodes numériques, plate-forme expérimentale)en vue de réaliser une conception optimale d'expériences dans le cadre de problèmes mal posés non-linéaires associés à l'évaluation de paramètres dans des systèmes décrits par des EDP en génie thermique.

Nowadays the environment and people protection requires the use of sensors in order to monitor the movement of mobile phenomena and to predict and act on their evolution (ex: polluting cloud, fires, oil spill). These physical phenomena are often modelled by nonlinear partial differential equations (PDE). Development of a predictive tool for the decision support requires the assessment of some input parameters. In such a context, sensors were generally expensive. However, recent technological advances have reduced manufacturing costs and it becomes possible to develop low-cost mobile systems and to deploy a group of networked vehicles in potentially risky environments.Research topic studied and presented in this thesis concerns the development and validation of optimal strategies for moving a set of sensors for the parametric identification of PDE systems characterized by one or more mobile heating sources. This work is intended to develop a comprehensive methodology (theory, numerical methods, and experimentation) in order to achieve an optimal design of experiments in the context of nonlinear ill-posed problems related to the evaluation of parameters in systems described by PDE in thermal engineering.

Advisors/Committee Members: Autrique, Laurent (thesis director).

Subjects/Keywords: Identification paramétrique; Procédé thermique; Expérimentation; Parametric identification; Thermal process; Experimentation; 620

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APA (6^th Edition):

Vergnaud, A. (2015). Déploiement adaptatif d’un réseau de capteurs mobiles pour le suivi d’un phénomène évolutif décrit par des équations aux dérivées partielles. : Adaptive deployment of a mobile sensors network to optimize the monitoring of an evolutionary phenomenon described by partial differential equations. (Doctoral Dissertation). Angers. Retrieved from http://www.theses.fr/2015ANGE0014

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Vergnaud, Alban. “Déploiement adaptatif d’un réseau de capteurs mobiles pour le suivi d’un phénomène évolutif décrit par des équations aux dérivées partielles. : Adaptive deployment of a mobile sensors network to optimize the monitoring of an evolutionary phenomenon described by partial differential equations.” 2015. Doctoral Dissertation, Angers. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://www.theses.fr/2015ANGE0014.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Vergnaud, Alban. “Déploiement adaptatif d’un réseau de capteurs mobiles pour le suivi d’un phénomène évolutif décrit par des équations aux dérivées partielles. : Adaptive deployment of a mobile sensors network to optimize the monitoring of an evolutionary phenomenon described by partial differential equations.” 2015. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Vergnaud A. Déploiement adaptatif d’un réseau de capteurs mobiles pour le suivi d’un phénomène évolutif décrit par des équations aux dérivées partielles. : Adaptive deployment of a mobile sensors network to optimize the monitoring of an evolutionary phenomenon described by partial differential equations. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Angers; 2015. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://www.theses.fr/2015ANGE0014.

Council of Science Editors:

Vergnaud A. Déploiement adaptatif d’un réseau de capteurs mobiles pour le suivi d’un phénomène évolutif décrit par des équations aux dérivées partielles. : Adaptive deployment of a mobile sensors network to optimize the monitoring of an evolutionary phenomenon described by partial differential equations. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Angers; 2015. Available from: http://www.theses.fr/2015ANGE0014

University of Pretoria

6. Mathey, Megan. Haute jardin : exploring the pre-fabrication of landscapes through the process of making.

Degree: ML (Prof), Architecture, 2016, University of Pretoria

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2263/60186

► Die hand dink wanneer dit bou. Slegs deur fisies met 'n materiaal te wroeg verstaan mens waarlik wat die materiaal wil word. In eietydse landskapargitektuur… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: UCTD; Parametric design; Design process; Kit-ofparts; Pre-fabrication

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Mathey, M. (2016). Haute jardin : exploring the pre-fabrication of landscapes through the process of making. (Masters Thesis). University of Pretoria. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2263/60186

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Mathey, Megan. “Haute jardin : exploring the pre-fabrication of landscapes through the process of making.” 2016. Masters Thesis, University of Pretoria. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://hdl.handle.net/2263/60186.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Mathey, Megan. “Haute jardin : exploring the pre-fabrication of landscapes through the process of making.” 2016. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Mathey M. Haute jardin : exploring the pre-fabrication of landscapes through the process of making. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Pretoria; 2016. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2263/60186.

Council of Science Editors:

Mathey M. Haute jardin : exploring the pre-fabrication of landscapes through the process of making. [Masters Thesis]. University of Pretoria; 2016. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2263/60186

University of Technology, Sydney

7. Bargi, Ava. Bayesian non-parametric models for time segmentation and regression.

Degree: 2015, University of Technology, Sydney

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10453/43387

► Non-parametric Bayesian modelling offers a principled way for avoiding model selection such as pre-defining the number of modes in a mixture model or the optimal… (more)

▼ Non-parametric Bayesian modelling offers a principled way for avoiding model selection such as pre-defining the number of modes in a mixture model or the optimal number of factors in factor analysis. Instead, Bayesian non-parametric methods allow the data to determine the complexity of model. In particular, the hierarchical Dirichlet process (HDP) is used in a variety of applications to infer an arbitrary number of classes from a set of samples. Within the temporal modelling paradigm, Bayesian non-parametrics is used to model sequential data by integrating HDP priors into state-space models such as HMM, constructing HDP-HMM. Also in latent factor modelling and dimensionality reduction, Indian buffet process (IBP) is a well-known method capable of sparse modelling and selecting an arbitrary number of factors among the often high-dimensional features. In this PhD thesis, we have applied the above methods to propose novel solutions to two prominent problems. The first model, named as ‘AdOn HDP-HMM’, is an adaptive online system based on HDP-HMM. ‘AdOn HDP-HMM’ is capable of segmenting and classifying the sequential data over unlimited number of classes, while meeting the memory and delay constraints of streaming contexts. The model is further enhanced by a number of learning rates, responsible for tuning the adaptability by determining the extent to which the model sustains its previous parameters or adapts to the new data. Empirical results on several variants of synthetic and action recognition data, show remarkable performance, particularly using adaptive learning rates for evolutionary sequences. The second proposed solution is an elaborate factor regression model, named as non-parametric conditional factor regression (NCFR), to cater for multivariate prediction, preserving the correlations in the response layer. NCFR enhances factor regression by integrating IBP to infer the optimal number of latent factors, in a sparse model. Thanks to this data-driven approach, NCFR can significantly avoid over-fitting even in cases where the ratio between the number of available samples and dimensions is very low. Experimental results on three diverse datasets give evidence of its remarkable predictive performance, resilience to over-fitting, good mixing and computational efficiency.

Subjects/Keywords: Non-parametric Bayesian modelling.; Hierarchical Dirichlet process (HDP).; Indian buffet process (IBP).; ‘AdOn HDP-HMM’.; Non-parametric conditional factor regression (NCFR).; Computational efficiency.

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Bargi, A. (2015). Bayesian non-parametric models for time segmentation and regression. (Thesis). University of Technology, Sydney. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10453/43387

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Bargi, Ava. “Bayesian non-parametric models for time segmentation and regression.” 2015. Thesis, University of Technology, Sydney. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://hdl.handle.net/10453/43387.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Bargi, Ava. “Bayesian non-parametric models for time segmentation and regression.” 2015. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Bargi A. Bayesian non-parametric models for time segmentation and regression. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Technology, Sydney; 2015. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10453/43387.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Bargi A. Bayesian non-parametric models for time segmentation and regression. [Thesis]. University of Technology, Sydney; 2015. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10453/43387

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

McMaster University

8. Feng, Tian. A Bayesian Semi-parametric Model for Realized Volatility.

Degree: MSc, 2013, McMaster University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/11375/13515

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Due to the advancements in computing power and the availability of high-frequency data, the analyses of the high frequency stock data and market microstructure… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Bayesian; Semi-parametric Model; Realized Volatility; HAR-RV; Dirichlet Process; Applied Statistics; Applied Statistics

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Feng, T. (2013). A Bayesian Semi-parametric Model for Realized Volatility. (Masters Thesis). McMaster University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/11375/13515

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Feng, Tian. “A Bayesian Semi-parametric Model for Realized Volatility.” 2013. Masters Thesis, McMaster University. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://hdl.handle.net/11375/13515.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Feng, Tian. “A Bayesian Semi-parametric Model for Realized Volatility.” 2013. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Feng T. A Bayesian Semi-parametric Model for Realized Volatility. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. McMaster University; 2013. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11375/13515.

Council of Science Editors:

Feng T. A Bayesian Semi-parametric Model for Realized Volatility. [Masters Thesis]. McMaster University; 2013. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11375/13515

Penn State University

9. Simeonov, Ivan Botev. Spatial Point Process Modeling of Viral Infections in Cell Cultures.

Degree: 2012, Penn State University

URL: https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/15268

► Biologists are often interested in investigating the progression of viral infections and co- infections (more than one virus, or more than one strain of the… (more)

▼ Biologists are often interested in investigating the progression of viral infections and co- infections (more than one virus, or more than one strain of the same virus) within a host organism. Various studies point to the fact that prior infections may substantially affect susceptibility to subsequent infections not just through responses due to the immune system, but through changes in the state of the cells exposed to infection within a tissue [Lo et al., 2005a; Martinez et al., 2007; Ruggiero et al., 1989]. In this thesis, I consider the response of epithelial cells to subsequent infections with two strains of the human Respiratory Syncytial Virus (A and B) in an in vitro experimental system. First, I use tools from exploratory spatial statistics and an appropriately devised simulation framework to investigate the likelihood of a cell being infected given its proximity to an infected cell [Simeonov et al., 2010]. Next, I focus on an exploratory summary statistic often used in the analysis of spatial point patterns called the pair correlation function. Its estimation is performed non-parametrically using kernel smoothing methods [Guan, 2007a,b; Guan et al., 2006] and bandwidth selection can substantially affect the estimation outcome. I develop a procedure for selecting the bandwidth that is effective and computationally viable also for large point patterns ( > 10000 points). I demonstrate the performance of our procedure through simulations and apply it to study the response of human epithelial cells to subsequent infections with human Respiratory Syncytial Virus strains A and B. Finally, I investigate parametric models to represent these data and inferential procedures to estimate their parameters. Elaborating on existing literature [Geyer,1999; Moller and Waagepetersen, 2003] I propose new models, prove that they satisfy certain stability conditions, and discuss their utility and various practical aspects of their parameter estimation via Markov chain maximum likelihood. Advisors/Committee Members: John Fricks, Dissertation Advisor/Co-Advisor, Francesca Chiaromonte, Committee Chair/Co-Chair, Murali Haran, Committee Member, Mary Poss, Special Member.

Subjects/Keywords: Spatial Point Processes; pair correlation function; in vitro cell culture studies; parametric point process models

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Simeonov, I. B. (2012). Spatial Point Process Modeling of Viral Infections in Cell Cultures. (Thesis). Penn State University. Retrieved from https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/15268

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Simeonov, Ivan Botev. “Spatial Point Process Modeling of Viral Infections in Cell Cultures.” 2012. Thesis, Penn State University. Accessed January 16, 2021. https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/15268.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Simeonov, Ivan Botev. “Spatial Point Process Modeling of Viral Infections in Cell Cultures.” 2012. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Simeonov IB. Spatial Point Process Modeling of Viral Infections in Cell Cultures. [Internet] [Thesis]. Penn State University; 2012. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/15268.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Simeonov IB. Spatial Point Process Modeling of Viral Infections in Cell Cultures. [Thesis]. Penn State University; 2012. Available from: https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/15268

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Univerzitet u Beogradu

10. Tubin-Mitrović, Branka M., 1973-. Управљање системима за дистрибуцију природног гаса применом вишекритеријумске анализе.

Degree: Mašinski fakultet, 2016, Univerzitet u Beogradu

URL: https://fedorabg.bg.ac.rs/fedora/get/o:13819/bdef:Content/get

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Машинство - Индустријско инжењерство / Mechanical engineering - Industrial engineering

У истраживању је приказан иновативни приступ у одабиру стратегије развоја система за дистрибуцију природног гаса… (more)

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Машинство - Индустријско инжењерство / Mechanical engineering - Industrial engineering

У истраживању је приказан иновативни приступ у одабиру стратегије развоја система за дистрибуцију природног гаса на основу предложеног модела за управљање дистрибутивним системима. Примењен је аналитички хијерархијски процес (АХП) који као један од критеријума за одабир дистрибутивног система за развој има техничку ефикасност система оцењену помоћу ДЕА (data envelopment analysis) методологије коју регулаторна тела користе у својој пракси у процесу регулације цена. Још један од критеријума примењених у анализи је утицај на животну средину, анализиран у два могућа правца, позитивном када се ради о супституцији других горива природним гасом, и негативном, услед фугитивних емисија насталих као последица обављања делатности дистрибуције. Формирани модел се може користити и за друге делатности осим енергетских, и даје листу приоритета која омогућује избор који дистрибутивни систем даље развијати. Осим уобичајених техно-економских анализа које служе за процену да ли одређени систем развијати или не, у раду је приказан модел заснован на вишекритеријумској анализи конкурентних алтернатива која обухвата и техничке и економске параметре али и алате за подршку одлучивању као и алате који се користе у регулаторној пракси, што представља нови приступ у одлучивању у сектору природног гаса.

Advisors/Committee Members: Misita, Mirjana, 1969-.

Subjects/Keywords: Analytical hierarchy process; DEA; efficiency analysis; linear non-parametric programming; natural gas distribution; environmental protection

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Tubin-Mitrović, Branka M., 1. (2016). Управљање системима за дистрибуцију природног гаса применом вишекритеријумске анализе. (Thesis). Univerzitet u Beogradu. Retrieved from https://fedorabg.bg.ac.rs/fedora/get/o:13819/bdef:Content/get

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Tubin-Mitrović, Branka M., 1973-. “Управљање системима за дистрибуцију природног гаса применом вишекритеријумске анализе.” 2016. Thesis, Univerzitet u Beogradu. Accessed January 16, 2021. https://fedorabg.bg.ac.rs/fedora/get/o:13819/bdef:Content/get.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Tubin-Mitrović, Branka M., 1973-. “Управљање системима за дистрибуцију природног гаса применом вишекритеријумске анализе.” 2016. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Tubin-Mitrović, Branka M. 1. Управљање системима за дистрибуцију природног гаса применом вишекритеријумске анализе. [Internet] [Thesis]. Univerzitet u Beogradu; 2016. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: https://fedorabg.bg.ac.rs/fedora/get/o:13819/bdef:Content/get.

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Tubin-Mitrović, Branka M. 1. Управљање системима за дистрибуцију природног гаса применом вишекритеријумске анализе. [Thesis]. Univerzitet u Beogradu; 2016. Available from: https://fedorabg.bg.ac.rs/fedora/get/o:13819/bdef:Content/get

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University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign

11. Liu, Yufei. Statistical modeling of heterogeneous data.

Degree: PhD, 0329, 2013, University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2142/45589

► This dissertation is centered on the modeling of heterogeneous data which is ubiquitous in this digital information age. From the statistical point of view heterogeneous… (more)

▼ This dissertation is centered on the modeling of heterogeneous data which is ubiquitous in this digital information age. From the statistical point of view heterogeneous data is composed of dissimilar components, where objects in each component are homogeneous themselves. One such example from the real world is the stock return data, where stocks in the same industry segments tend to move closely together, while different segments tend to have distinct movement patterns. Clustering is one of the most popular ways to characterize data heterogeneity. It is a classical problem of unsupervised learning. We will review major clustering approaches in Chapter 1. In recent years non-parametric Bayesian mixture models have attracted increasing attention in the clustering literature, which is closely related with our work. So we review the Mixture of Dirichlet Process Model in Chapter 2. The main dissertation body consists of three generic statistical methods to model heterogeneity in different scenarios. As data are becoming more and more prevailing today, traditional clustering tasks are often accompanied by additional information about the objects to cluster, known as the side information. The opportunity is that the side information has the potential to complement clustering algorithms to achieve more accurate and meaningful results. In Chapter 3 we describe Two-view Clustering method, a novel non-parametric clustering model that is capable of robustly incorporating noisy side information. We demonstrate the effectiveness of this new model with three real world applications in Chapter 4. Our second work is driven by market segmentation which is a key factor to a modern business's success by accurately recognizing customer groups with varying needs. Market segmentation involves dividing a larger market into sub-markets based upon a variety of factors such customers’ demographic information and product preferences. In Chapter 5 we will propose a multi-task learning framework to solve this problem. Our third work in Chapter 6 tries to solve a problem arising from citation analysis for research evaluation. In bibliometrics one central task is to characterize the statistical distribution of citations. This problem has been regarded as a challenging one for two reasons: (i) the citation distributions of almost all the subject areas are highly right-skewed; (ii) the citation behaviors across various subject areas can be drastically different. We propose a mixture model to formally characterize the statistical distribution of citation data. Based on this model we develop new criteria to evaluate impact of journals and performance of research institutes. Advisors/Committee Members: Liang, Feng (advisor), Liang, Feng (Committee Chair), Simpson, Douglas G. (committee member), Marden, John I. (committee member), Chen, Yuguo (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Statistical Learning; Clustering; Non-parametric Bayes; Dirichlet Process; Mixture Model; Heterogeneous Data

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Liu, Y. (2013). Statistical modeling of heterogeneous data. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2142/45589

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Liu, Yufei. “Statistical modeling of heterogeneous data.” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://hdl.handle.net/2142/45589.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Liu, Yufei. “Statistical modeling of heterogeneous data.” 2013. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Liu Y. Statistical modeling of heterogeneous data. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign; 2013. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2142/45589.

Council of Science Editors:

Liu Y. Statistical modeling of heterogeneous data. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign; 2013. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2142/45589

Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki (AUTH); Αριστοτέλειο Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλονίκης (ΑΠΘ)

12. Vlachodimos, Georgios. Έρευνα και ψηφιακός παραμετρικός σχεδιασμός εργαλείου - tool, μια αμφίδρομη ενεργητική σχέση μεταξύ υλικού, κατασκευής και λογισμικού.

Degree: 2020, Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki (AUTH); Αριστοτέλειο Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλονίκης (ΑΠΘ)

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10442/hedi/47260

► By combining computational design, smart materials and parameters emerges a new vision of design starts, which includes variation information, interaction with the user as well… (more)

▼ By combining computational design, smart materials and parameters emerges a new vision of design starts, which includes variation information, interaction with the user as well as a point artificial intelligence (AI). With the continuous exchange of information and data flow is achieved interaction while combining computational design and databases to some extent the notion 'intelligence' as a correction of some errors in the design process. The opinions on the existing new ways of design, composition and thinking, are divergent. In this thesis, supported the strengthening of a research field with a target variable parametric and interactive architecture and construction control that meets the greatest desires of man - user. This can be achieved by a combination - cooperation of different - but with so much in common - branches as previously reported. Their role is not to replace the ‘traditional’ ways of planning and construction, but to develop and strengthen them. It is believed that the collaboration of various specialties under the protection of the systematic process could improve the quality of architecture and the application of modern tools, not only in theory but mainly in practice; it will help to understand planning activity as a point of intersection of research, management technology and its parameters. In this paper will explore the interactive relationships around software design in relation to the design of flexible parametric models, improve them and whether they are possible collaborations with other industries. Specifically analyze more ways design process via computer, and ways - techniques scripting, processing have epistemic and aesthetic impact on the design and making of architecture. In the present study, a methodology is presented on how software engineering and computational design can instantly update parametric modeling in a flexible, automated way. Researching the main aspects of the structure of software engineering, such as structured programming languages, computational intelligence, parametric programs, BIM – AEC industries, and interactive online new design technologies, analyzes their contribution and their possible connectivity to the overall architectural and engineering design. In this way, by working together and collaboratively, a new parametric modeling method will be created. In order to investigate the smooth operation of this case, a thorough analysis of the terms and the identification of the essential functions on architectural design and their contribution to the automation of tools to facilitate designer users are made. The proposed collaborative platform will allow architects to share their ideas effectively, their design models, store and retrieve design data, optimizing the whole process. Supportive of an Open Source collaborative platform for immediate optimization of design time and cost, and overall improvement of design quality, leading to better design solutions and architecture in general. The purpose of this research is to investigate whether the software…

Subjects/Keywords: Αρχιτεκτονικός σχεδιασμός; Παραμετρικός σχεδιασμός; Επιχειρήσεις, Τεχνικές - Κατασκευαστικές; Multiparametric system; Design process; Parametric design tools

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Vlachodimos, G. (2020). Έρευνα και ψηφιακός παραμετρικός σχεδιασμός εργαλείου - tool, μια αμφίδρομη ενεργητική σχέση μεταξύ υλικού, κατασκευής και λογισμικού. (Thesis). Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki (AUTH); Αριστοτέλειο Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλονίκης (ΑΠΘ). Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10442/hedi/47260

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Vlachodimos, Georgios. “Έρευνα και ψηφιακός παραμετρικός σχεδιασμός εργαλείου - tool, μια αμφίδρομη ενεργητική σχέση μεταξύ υλικού, κατασκευής και λογισμικού.” 2020. Thesis, Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki (AUTH); Αριστοτέλειο Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλονίκης (ΑΠΘ). Accessed January 16, 2021. http://hdl.handle.net/10442/hedi/47260.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Vlachodimos, Georgios. “Έρευνα και ψηφιακός παραμετρικός σχεδιασμός εργαλείου - tool, μια αμφίδρομη ενεργητική σχέση μεταξύ υλικού, κατασκευής και λογισμικού.” 2020. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Vlachodimos G. Έρευνα και ψηφιακός παραμετρικός σχεδιασμός εργαλείου - tool, μια αμφίδρομη ενεργητική σχέση μεταξύ υλικού, κατασκευής και λογισμικού. [Internet] [Thesis]. Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki (AUTH); Αριστοτέλειο Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλονίκης (ΑΠΘ); 2020. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10442/hedi/47260.

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Council of Science Editors:

Vlachodimos G. Έρευνα και ψηφιακός παραμετρικός σχεδιασμός εργαλείου - tool, μια αμφίδρομη ενεργητική σχέση μεταξύ υλικού, κατασκευής και λογισμικού. [Thesis]. Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki (AUTH); Αριστοτέλειο Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλονίκης (ΑΠΘ); 2020. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10442/hedi/47260

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University of Pennsylvania

13. Tan, Kay See. Regression Modeling of Longitudinal Outcomes With Outcome-Dependent Observation Times.

Degree: 2014, University of Pennsylvania

URL: https://repository.upenn.edu/edissertations/1467

► Conventional longitudinal data analysis methods typically assume that outcomes are independent of the data-collection schedule. However, the independence assumption may be violated when an event… (more)

▼ Conventional longitudinal data analysis methods typically assume that outcomes are independent of the data-collection schedule. However, the independence assumption may be violated when an event triggers outcome assessment in between prescheduled follow-up visits. For example, patients initiating warfarin therapy who experience poor anticoagulation control may have extra physician visits to monitor the impact of necessary dose changes. Observation times may therefore be associated with outcome values, which may introduce bias when estimating the effect of covariates on outcomes using standard longitudinal regression methods. We consider a joint model approach with two components: a semi-parametric regression model for longitudinal outcomes and a recurrent event model for observation times. The semi-parametric model includes a parametric specification for covariate effects, but allows the effect of time to be unspecified. We formulate a framework of outcome-observation dependence mechanisms to describe conditional independence between the outcome and observation-time processes given observed covariates or shared latent variables. We generalize existing methods for continuous outcomes by accommodating any combination of mechanisms through the use of observation-level weights and/or patient-level latent variables. We develop new methods for binary outcomes, while retaining the flexibility of a semi-parametric approach. We extend these methods to account for discontinuous risk intervals in which patients enter and leave the at-risk set multiple times during the study. Our methods are based on counting process approaches, rather than relying on possibly intractable likelihood-based or pseudo-likelihood-based approaches, and provide marginal, population-level inference. In simulations, we evaluate the statistical properties of our proposed methods. Comparisons are made to `naive' approaches that do not account for outcome-dependent observation times. We illustrate the utility of our proposed methods using data from a randomized trial of interventions designed to improve adherence to warfarin therapy and a randomized trial of malaria vaccines among children in Mali.

Subjects/Keywords: Informative observation times; Joint models; Observation-time process; Outcome process; Recurrent events; Semi-parametric regression; Biostatistics

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Tan, K. S. (2014). Regression Modeling of Longitudinal Outcomes With Outcome-Dependent Observation Times. (Thesis). University of Pennsylvania. Retrieved from https://repository.upenn.edu/edissertations/1467

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Tan, Kay See. “Regression Modeling of Longitudinal Outcomes With Outcome-Dependent Observation Times.” 2014. Thesis, University of Pennsylvania. Accessed January 16, 2021. https://repository.upenn.edu/edissertations/1467.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Tan, Kay See. “Regression Modeling of Longitudinal Outcomes With Outcome-Dependent Observation Times.” 2014. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Tan KS. Regression Modeling of Longitudinal Outcomes With Outcome-Dependent Observation Times. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Pennsylvania; 2014. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: https://repository.upenn.edu/edissertations/1467.

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Council of Science Editors:

Tan KS. Regression Modeling of Longitudinal Outcomes With Outcome-Dependent Observation Times. [Thesis]. University of Pennsylvania; 2014. Available from: https://repository.upenn.edu/edissertations/1467

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University of Maryland

14. Sotiris, Vasilis A. Statistical Degradation Models for Electronics.

Degree: Applied Mathematics and Scientific Computation, 2011, University of Maryland

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1903/12312

► With increasing presence of electronics in modern systems and in every-day products, their reliability is inextricably dependent on that of their electronics. We develop reliability… (more)

▼ With increasing presence of electronics in modern systems and in every-day products, their reliability is inextricably dependent on that of their electronics. We develop reliability models for failure-time prediction under small failure-time samples and information on individual degradation history. The development of the model extends the work of Whitmore et al. 1998, to incorporate two new data-structures common to reliability testing. Reliability models traditionally use lifetime information to evaluate the reliability of a device or system. To analyze small failure-time samples within dynamic environments where failure mechanisms are unknown, there is a need for models that make use of auxiliary reliability information. In this thesis we present models suitable for reliability data, where degradation variables are latent and can be tracked by related observable variables we call markers. We provide an engineering justification for our model and develop parametric and predictive inference equations for a data-structure that includes terminal observations of the degradation variable and longitudinal marker measurements. We compare maximum likelihood estimation and prediction results obtained by Whitmore et. al. 1998 and show improvement in inference under small sample sizes. We introduce modeling of variable failure thresholds within the framework of bivariate degradation models and discuss ways of incorporating covariates. In the second part of the thesis we investigate anomaly detection through a Bayesian support vector machine and discuss its place in degradation modeling. We compute posterior class probabilities for time-indexed covariate observations, which we use as measures of degradation. Lastly, we present a multistate model used to model a recurrent event process and failure-times. We compute the expected time to failure using counting process theory and investigate the effect of the event process on the expected failure-time estimates. Advisors/Committee Members: Pecht, Michael (advisor), Slud, Eric (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Applied mathematics; Statistics; Degradation models; First hitting time; Likelihood; Longitudinal marker process; Parametric Inference; Wiener process

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Sotiris, V. A. (2011). Statistical Degradation Models for Electronics. (Thesis). University of Maryland. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1903/12312

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Sotiris, Vasilis A. “Statistical Degradation Models for Electronics.” 2011. Thesis, University of Maryland. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://hdl.handle.net/1903/12312.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Sotiris, Vasilis A. “Statistical Degradation Models for Electronics.” 2011. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Sotiris VA. Statistical Degradation Models for Electronics. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Maryland; 2011. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1903/12312.

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Council of Science Editors:

Sotiris VA. Statistical Degradation Models for Electronics. [Thesis]. University of Maryland; 2011. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1903/12312

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University of Dayton

15. Dolasinski, Brian David. Nonlinear systems for frequency conversion from IR to RF.

Degree: PhD, Electro-Optics, 2014, University of Dayton

URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=dayton1417804168

► The objective of this dissertation is to evaluate and develop novel sources for tunable narrowband IR generation, tunable narrowband THz generation, and ultra-wideband RF generation… (more)

▼ The objective of this dissertation is to evaluate and develop novel sources for tunable narrowband IR generation, tunable narrowband THz generation, and ultra-wideband RF generation to be used in possible non-destructive evaluation systems.Initially a periodically poled Lithium Niobate (PPLN) based optical parametric amplifier (OPA) is designed using a double-pass configuration where a small part of the pump is used on the first pass to generate a signal, which is reflected and filtered by an off-axis etalon. The portion of the pump that is not phase matched on the first pass is retro-reflected back into the PPLN crystal and is co-aligned with the narrow bandwidth filtered signal and amplified. We demonstrate that the system is tunable in the 1.4 µm -1.6 µm signal range with a linewidth of 5.4 GHz.Next the outputs of seeded, dual periodically poled lithium niobate (PPLN) optical parametric amplifiers (OPA) are combined in the nonlinear crystal 4-dimthylamino-N-methyl-4-stilbazolium-tosylate (DAST) to produce a widely tunable narrowband THz source via difference frequency generation (DFG). We have demonstrated that this novel configuration enables the system to be seamlessly tuned, without mode-hops, from 1.2 THz to 26.3 THz with a minimum bandwidth of 3.1 GHz. The bandwidth of the source was measured by using the THz transmission spectrum of water vapor lines over a 3-meter path length. By selecting of the DFG pump wavelength to be at 1380 nm and the signal wavelength to tune over a range from 1380 nm to 1570 nm, we produced several maxima in the output THz spectrum that was dependent on the phase matching ability of the DAST crystal and the efficiency of our pyro-electric detector. Due to the effects of dispersive phase matching, filter absorption of the THz waves, and two-photon absorption multiple band gaps in the overall spectrum occur and are discussed. Employing the dual generator scheme, we have obtained THz images at several locations in the spectrum using an infrared camera that runs at a rate of 35 frames per second. We have demonstrated the ability to image 2 THz to 26 THz both in static and in real time conditions. We will present images of carbon fibers illuminated at different THz frequencies. Lastly, microwave generation was demonstrated by ultrafast photo-excitation experiments to induce non-equilibrium quasi-particle relaxation. Using a laser with a pulse energy of 1 mJ and a pulse duration greater than 120 fs (808 nm wavelength) incident on a charged, superconducting YBa_2 Cu_2 O_(7-d) (YBCO) thin film ring, the photo-response was measured with a series of microwave antennas. From the observed nanosecond response time of the transient pulse, we extracted the frequency spectrum in the GHz regime that was dependent on the incident beam diameter, pulse duration, power, and the physical structure of the YBCO thin film. Advisors/Committee Members: Haus, Joseph (Committee Chair).

Subjects/Keywords: Optics; nonlinear parametric process; difference frequency generation; optical parametric amplifier; DAST THz wave generation; THz DFG; PPLN OPA; etalon OPA; CMC THz evaluation; CMC THz imaging; CMC laser line scan

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Dolasinski, B. D. (2014). Nonlinear systems for frequency conversion from IR to RF. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Dayton. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=dayton1417804168

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Dolasinski, Brian David. “Nonlinear systems for frequency conversion from IR to RF.” 2014. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Dayton. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=dayton1417804168.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Dolasinski, Brian David. “Nonlinear systems for frequency conversion from IR to RF.” 2014. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Dolasinski BD. Nonlinear systems for frequency conversion from IR to RF. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Dayton; 2014. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=dayton1417804168.

Council of Science Editors:

Dolasinski BD. Nonlinear systems for frequency conversion from IR to RF. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Dayton; 2014. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=dayton1417804168

16. Soares, João Paulo Marquesini. Processo de Design em Arquitetura: complexidade e meios digitais.

Degree: Mestrado, Teoria e História da Arquitetura e do Urbanismo, 2014, University of São Paulo

URL: http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/102/102132/tde-08012015-091345/ ;

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Esse trabalho visa entender o processo de design a partir da complexidade e estabelecer princípios claros para o processo específico que utiliza de procedimentos advindos… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Complexidade; Complexity; Design Paramétrico; Design process; Digital fabrication; Digital media; Fabricação digital; Meios digitais; Parametric design; Processo de design

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Soares, J. P. M. (2014). Processo de Design em Arquitetura: complexidade e meios digitais. (Masters Thesis). University of São Paulo. Retrieved from http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/102/102132/tde-08012015-091345/ ;

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Soares, João Paulo Marquesini. “Processo de Design em Arquitetura: complexidade e meios digitais.” 2014. Masters Thesis, University of São Paulo. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/102/102132/tde-08012015-091345/ ;.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Soares, João Paulo Marquesini. “Processo de Design em Arquitetura: complexidade e meios digitais.” 2014. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Soares JPM. Processo de Design em Arquitetura: complexidade e meios digitais. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of São Paulo; 2014. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/102/102132/tde-08012015-091345/ ;.

Council of Science Editors:

Soares JPM. Processo de Design em Arquitetura: complexidade e meios digitais. [Masters Thesis]. University of São Paulo; 2014. Available from: http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/102/102132/tde-08012015-091345/ ;

Temple University

17. Das, Debasish. Bayesian Sparse Regression with Application to Data-driven Understanding of Climate.

Degree: PhD, 2015, Temple University

URL: http://digital.library.temple.edu/u?/p245801coll10,313587

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Computer and Information Science

Sparse regressions based on constraining the L1-norm of the coefficients became popular due to their ability to handle high dimensional data… (more)

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Computer and Information Science

Sparse regressions based on constraining the L1-norm of the coefficients became popular due to their ability to handle high dimensional data unlike the regular regressions which suffer from overfitting and model identifiability issues especially when sample size is small. They are often the method of choice in many fields of science and engineering for simultaneously selecting covariates and fitting parsimonious linear models that are better generalizable and easily interpretable. However, significant challenges may be posed by the need to accommodate extremes and other domain constraints such as dynamical relations among variables, spatial and temporal constraints, need to provide uncertainty estimates and feature correlations, among others. We adopted a hierarchical Bayesian version of the sparse regression framework and exploited its inherent flexibility to accommodate the constraints. We applied sparse regression for the feature selection problem of statistical downscaling of the climate variables with particular focus on their extremes. This is important for many impact studies where the climate change information is required at a spatial scale much finer than that provided by the global or regional climate models. Characterizing the dependence of extremes on covariates can help in identification of plausible causal drivers and inform extremes downscaling. We propose a general-purpose sparse Bayesian framework for covariate discovery that accommodates the non-Gaussian distribution of extremes within a hierarchical Bayesian sparse regression model. We obtain posteriors over regression coefficients, which indicate dependence of extremes on the corresponding covariates and provide uncertainty estimates, using a variational Bayes approximation. The method is applied for selecting informative atmospheric covariates at multiple spatial scales as well as indices of large scale circulation and global warming related to frequency of precipitation extremes over continental United States. Our results confirm the dependence relations that may be expected from known precipitation physics and generates novel insights which can inform physical understanding. We plan to extend our model to discover covariates for extreme intensity in future. We further extend our framework to handle the dynamic relationship among the climate variables using a nonparametric Bayesian mixture of sparse regression models based on Dirichlet Process (DP). The extended model can achieve simultaneous clustering and discovery of covariates within each cluster. Moreover, the a priori knowledge about association between pairs of data-points is incorporated in the model through must-link constraints on a Markov Random Field (MRF) prior. A scalable and efficient variational Bayes approach is developed to infer posteriors on regression coefficients and cluster variables.

Temple University – Theses

Advisors/Committee Members: Obradovic, Zoran, Ganguly, Auroop R.;, Vucetic, Slobodan, Latecki, Longin;.

Subjects/Keywords: Computer science; Climate change;

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Das, D. (2015). Bayesian Sparse Regression with Application to Data-driven Understanding of Climate. (Doctoral Dissertation). Temple University. Retrieved from http://digital.library.temple.edu/u?/p245801coll10,313587

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Das, Debasish. “Bayesian Sparse Regression with Application to Data-driven Understanding of Climate.” 2015. Doctoral Dissertation, Temple University. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://digital.library.temple.edu/u?/p245801coll10,313587.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Das, Debasish. “Bayesian Sparse Regression with Application to Data-driven Understanding of Climate.” 2015. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Das D. Bayesian Sparse Regression with Application to Data-driven Understanding of Climate. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Temple University; 2015. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://digital.library.temple.edu/u?/p245801coll10,313587.

Council of Science Editors:

Das D. Bayesian Sparse Regression with Application to Data-driven Understanding of Climate. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Temple University; 2015. Available from: http://digital.library.temple.edu/u?/p245801coll10,313587

Queensland University of Technology

18. Toth, Bianca K. Energy simulation for decision support in early architectural design.

Degree: 2017, Queensland University of Technology

URL: https://eprints.qut.edu.au/106023/

► This thesis proposes a framework for performance-oriented design that supports integrated decision-making by enabling architects and engineers to work together to simulate and evaluate the… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: building performance; collaboration; decision support; DEEPA; design process; early design; energy simulation; integration; parametric modelling; practical knowledge

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Toth, B. K. (2017). Energy simulation for decision support in early architectural design. (Thesis). Queensland University of Technology. Retrieved from https://eprints.qut.edu.au/106023/

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Toth, Bianca K. “Energy simulation for decision support in early architectural design.” 2017. Thesis, Queensland University of Technology. Accessed January 16, 2021. https://eprints.qut.edu.au/106023/.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Toth, Bianca K. “Energy simulation for decision support in early architectural design.” 2017. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Toth BK. Energy simulation for decision support in early architectural design. [Internet] [Thesis]. Queensland University of Technology; 2017. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: https://eprints.qut.edu.au/106023/.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Toth BK. Energy simulation for decision support in early architectural design. [Thesis]. Queensland University of Technology; 2017. Available from: https://eprints.qut.edu.au/106023/

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Newcastle

19. Gardiner, Matthew. ORI* on the aesthetics of folding and technology.

Degree: PhD, 2019, University of Newcastle

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1397831

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Research Doctorate - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The art of oribotics involves a process of imagining and creating geometry for static and kinetic origami structures… (more)

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Research Doctorate - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The art of oribotics involves a process of imagining and creating geometry for static and kinetic origami structures to fit a desired form. It is a two-fold difficult task. Firstly, tools for calculating the geometry are few, and those existing lack key aesthetic and functional criteria specific to my artistic practice. Secondly, material issues, such as durability and complex foldability, compound the issues for fabrication. Existing methods, even those applying digital fabrication, pose complex folding problems that confound origami experts. Case studies are provided of leading origamists working with software, fabrication and materials to analyse and summarise processes. Analysis of these led to the synthesis and identification of differentiating criteria that inspired the invention of two key methods: Fold-Mapping and Fold-Printing. Fold-Mapping abstracts naturally occurring origami patterns into fold-molecules for tessellation across target geometric surfaces. It allows an artist to prioritise the sculptural shape of the result while seeking a kinetic solution through experimentation with different fold-molecules. A developability algorithm then flattens the crease pattern into geometry for fabrication. Fold-Printing allows the fabrication of Fold-Mapping results. It includes results of high-order complex-foldability by 3D printing whereby polymers are deposited onto textiles forming a durable polymer plate-structure separated by perfect textile hinges. Evaluation of the methods is two-fold. Firstly, the methods were continuously evaluated and refined through invention based trial-and-error. Secondly, the artefacts were evaluated according to a set of aesthetic criteria which in this thesis are collectively called ORI* theory. ORI* theory includes origami and oribotic criteria, and a metric for complex-foldability. For proof of concept, the methods are presented as an evaluated set of successful traits and developed solutions. These produce developable crease patterns from target geometries and afford the fabrication and foldability of complex ORI* objects. Fold-Printing allows near impossible-to-fold patterns to become foldable objects. The methods do not succeed in all circumstances, and that success is additionally dependent on the author’s experience of origami structures. The aesthetic qualities and material properties of the artistic results have distinct qualities that qualify them to meet the particular criteria required for ORI* objects. The thesis concludes with the proposing of future work: 1) in the direction of soft-robotic applications using both Fold-Mapping and Fold-Printing methods, and 2) the creation of enhanced aesthetic and technical ORI* objects across many disciplinary domains.

Advisors/Committee Members: University of Newcastle. Faculty of Education & Arts, School of Creative Industries.

Subjects/Keywords: origami; art; oribotics; oribot; geometry; artistic process; fine art; robotics; technology; 3D printing; digital fabrication; parametric CAD; algorithm; folding

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Gardiner, M. (2019). ORI* on the aesthetics of folding and technology. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Newcastle. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1397831

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Gardiner, Matthew. “ORI* on the aesthetics of folding and technology.” 2019. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Newcastle. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1397831.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Gardiner, Matthew. “ORI* on the aesthetics of folding and technology.” 2019. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Gardiner M. ORI* on the aesthetics of folding and technology. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Newcastle; 2019. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1397831.

Council of Science Editors:

Gardiner M. ORI* on the aesthetics of folding and technology. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Newcastle; 2019. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1397831

KTH

20. Guedez, Rafael. Implementation And Validation Of Loss Prediction Methods To An Existing One Dimensional Axial Turbine Design Program.

Degree: Heat and Power Technology, 2011, KTH

URL: http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-154033

► One of the early steps in axial turbine design is the use of one-dimensional (1D) mean line calculations to predict the turbine performance and… (more)

▼ One of the early steps in axial turbine design is the use of one-dimensional (1D) mean line calculations to predict the turbine performance and estimate the principal geometric parameters, such as radius and blade heights, that will be needed in further computational fluid dynamic (CFD) studies. This 1D analysis is based on the estimation of the aerodynamic losses expressed as a function of simple blade parameters and the velocity triangles. In this regard, there exist different loss correlations widely used in literature to estimate these losses but at the same time there is a lack of information regarding differentiation between them. Thereafter, the objective in this work was to judge and compare the behaviors of the Kacker- Okapuu, Craig-Cox and Denton loss correlations, all of them widely-used in turbine performance prediction. Present work shows the implementation of these different loss correlations on an existing 1D mean line numerical tool, LUAX-T. Subsequently, once implemented, the correlations were compared and analyzed by the use of a validation process and performing a parametric study. The results show that similar key parameters such as the flow turning, solidity and aspect ratio rule the different loss mechanisms in each correlation. On the other hand, the parametric study shows that the correlations are in agreement with the theory and give similar trends for performance prediction even though they all predict different values of efficiency for the same turbine stage. Moreover, the validation process show the correlations were found to be accurate enough when comparing against two different sets of experimental data. However, it was also proved that the models are only accurate if used within the range of applicability they were developed for, hence a complete knowledge of the limitations of each correlation should be known prior to using them. Finally, the extension of the one-dimensional mean line numerical tool LUAX-T will serve to perform further studies related to turbine design, as there are very few non-confidential turbomachinery design tools available for teaching or researching. Furthermore, a parametric study tool was also developed as part of the program. This last extension and the loss implementation codes are described in this work.

Subjects/Keywords: turbine design; turbomachinery; loss correlations; Kacker-Okapuu; Craig-Cox; Denton; aerodynamic loss; numerical tool; validation process and parametric study

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Guedez, R. (2011). Implementation And Validation Of Loss Prediction Methods To An Existing One Dimensional Axial Turbine Design Program. (Thesis). KTH. Retrieved from http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-154033

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Guedez, Rafael. “Implementation And Validation Of Loss Prediction Methods To An Existing One Dimensional Axial Turbine Design Program.” 2011. Thesis, KTH. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-154033.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Guedez, Rafael. “Implementation And Validation Of Loss Prediction Methods To An Existing One Dimensional Axial Turbine Design Program.” 2011. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Guedez R. Implementation And Validation Of Loss Prediction Methods To An Existing One Dimensional Axial Turbine Design Program. [Internet] [Thesis]. KTH; 2011. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-154033.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Guedez R. Implementation And Validation Of Loss Prediction Methods To An Existing One Dimensional Axial Turbine Design Program. [Thesis]. KTH; 2011. Available from: http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-154033

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Delft University of Technology

21. Echaniz Soldevila, Ignasi (author). Car-Following Model using Machine Learning Techniques: Approach at Urban Signalized Intersections with Traffic Radar Detection.

Degree: 2017, Delft University of Technology

URL: http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:6f864003-8f63-4be3-8837-77656ed620d0

► This master thesis aims to gain new empirical insights into longitudinal driving behavior by means of the enumeration of a new hybrid car-following (CF) model… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Car-Following models; Longitudinal driver behavior; Machine Learning; Gausssian Process Regression; Non-parametric models; Urban signalized intersections; Traffic light

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Echaniz Soldevila, I. (. (2017). Car-Following Model using Machine Learning Techniques: Approach at Urban Signalized Intersections with Traffic Radar Detection. (Masters Thesis). Delft University of Technology. Retrieved from http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:6f864003-8f63-4be3-8837-77656ed620d0

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Echaniz Soldevila, Ignasi (author). “Car-Following Model using Machine Learning Techniques: Approach at Urban Signalized Intersections with Traffic Radar Detection.” 2017. Masters Thesis, Delft University of Technology. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:6f864003-8f63-4be3-8837-77656ed620d0.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Echaniz Soldevila, Ignasi (author). “Car-Following Model using Machine Learning Techniques: Approach at Urban Signalized Intersections with Traffic Radar Detection.” 2017. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Echaniz Soldevila I(. Car-Following Model using Machine Learning Techniques: Approach at Urban Signalized Intersections with Traffic Radar Detection. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Delft University of Technology; 2017. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:6f864003-8f63-4be3-8837-77656ed620d0.

Council of Science Editors:

Echaniz Soldevila I(. Car-Following Model using Machine Learning Techniques: Approach at Urban Signalized Intersections with Traffic Radar Detection. [Masters Thesis]. Delft University of Technology; 2017. Available from: http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:6f864003-8f63-4be3-8837-77656ed620d0

University of Maryland

22. Dayaratna, Kevin Dineka. Contributions to Bayesian Statistical Modeling in Public Policy Research.

Degree: Mathematical Statistics, 2014, University of Maryland

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1903/15676

► This dissertation improves existing Bayesian statistical methodologies and applies these improvements to a variety of important public policy questions. The manuscript is divided into six… (more)

▼ This dissertation improves existing Bayesian statistical methodologies and applies these improvements to a variety of important public policy questions. The manuscript is divided into six chapters. The first chapter provides an overview of the various chapters of the dissertation. The second chapter improves existing Bayesian binary logistic regression methodologies using polynomial expansions as an alternative to existing Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) methods. Our improvements make the estimation technique quite useful for a variety of applications. We also demonstrate the methodology to be considerably faster than existing MCMC methods. These computational gains are quite useful for models analyzing large data sets involving high-dimensional parameter spaces. We apply this methodology to a child poverty data set to analyze the potential causes of child poverty. The next chapter improves upon a well-known technique in semiparametric modeling known as density ratio estimation. This methodology is useful in principle; however, it suffers from one primary limitation - The technique has thus far been incapable of modeling individual-level heterogeneity. Modeling heterogeneity is important as there is often no a priori reason to believe that different individuals (or observations) in a data set will behave in an identical manner. We ameliorate this limitation in the third chapter of this dissertation by adapting density ratio estimation methods to accommodate individual-level heterogeneity. We apply this new methodology to an analysis of the efficacy of medical malpractice reform across the country. In the fourth chapter of this dissertation, we shift our focus toward improving Bayesian credible interval estimation via semiparametric density ratio estimation. We do so by applying an innovative adaptation of the methodology, known as out of sample fusion, to posterior samples from a hierarchical Bayesian linear model looking at the efficacy of the welfare reform of the 1990s. In the fifth chapter, we extend the application of this methodology to credible interval estimation of a hierarchical generalized linear model used for analyzing terrorism data in a number of major conflicts across the globe. We use our results to offer some prescriptive policy suggestions regarding counterterrorism policy. The final chapter concludes the dissertation and offers a number of suggestions for further research. We emphasize that the modeling contributions presented in this dissertation are useful in myriads of other applied problems beyond just the public policy applications presented here. Advisors/Committee Members: Kedem, Benjamin (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Statistics; Approximate Bayesian Computation; Bayesian Statistical Modeling; Dirichlet Process Priors; MCMC Methods; Public Policy Research; Semi-parametric modeling

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Dayaratna, K. D. (2014). Contributions to Bayesian Statistical Modeling in Public Policy Research. (Thesis). University of Maryland. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1903/15676

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Dayaratna, Kevin Dineka. “Contributions to Bayesian Statistical Modeling in Public Policy Research.” 2014. Thesis, University of Maryland. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://hdl.handle.net/1903/15676.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Dayaratna, Kevin Dineka. “Contributions to Bayesian Statistical Modeling in Public Policy Research.” 2014. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Dayaratna KD. Contributions to Bayesian Statistical Modeling in Public Policy Research. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Maryland; 2014. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1903/15676.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Dayaratna KD. Contributions to Bayesian Statistical Modeling in Public Policy Research. [Thesis]. University of Maryland; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1903/15676

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Ohio University

23. Toth, Charles A. A Bottoms-Up Approach to Cost Estimation Using Parametric Inputs.

Degree: MS, Electrical Engineering & Computer Science (Engineering and Technology), 2005, Ohio University

URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1131119775

► This paper begins by discussing how a generic cost estimator is created, combining the ease of use of parametric cost estimation while maintaining the… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Cost Estimation; Bottoms-Up; Process Based; Parametric

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Toth, C. A. (2005). A Bottoms-Up Approach to Cost Estimation Using Parametric Inputs. (Masters Thesis). Ohio University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1131119775

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Toth, Charles A. “A Bottoms-Up Approach to Cost Estimation Using Parametric Inputs.” 2005. Masters Thesis, Ohio University. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1131119775.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Toth, Charles A. “A Bottoms-Up Approach to Cost Estimation Using Parametric Inputs.” 2005. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Toth CA. A Bottoms-Up Approach to Cost Estimation Using Parametric Inputs. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Ohio University; 2005. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1131119775.

Council of Science Editors:

Toth CA. A Bottoms-Up Approach to Cost Estimation Using Parametric Inputs. [Masters Thesis]. Ohio University; 2005. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1131119775

24. Fatkins, Paul J. Digital Integration in the Design Process.

Degree: M. Arch., Design, Architecture, Art and Planning: Architecture, 2011, University of Cincinnati

URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1306500492

► The realization of Architecture relies on the fundamentals of building construction, specifically methods and materials. The relationship between design and production needs to change.… (more)

▼ The realization of Architecture relies on the fundamentals of building construction, specifically methods and materials. The relationship between design and production needs to change. Architects, now severed from the skill of construction, depend on builders and fabricators to carry out their designs. It is a process mediated through technology, aka the computer, which has transformed the building industry, increasing efficiency and production, while further separating us from the process of making. Using new technology in practice requires innovative techniques, in order to establish and uphold a construction-based practice. Recently the Architecture industry has adapted new software in design. The main component of this software is Non-uniform rational basis splines (NURBS), which allow geometries that are more curvilinear and irregular. What makes it a valuable tool is it provides an efficient and effective way for architects to explore new geometries, allowing for much greater freedom during the design process. However, new trouble arises from the use of this software when we attempt to translate the information for construction purposes. We need to find a way to convey hundreds or even thousands of unique details in order to have the builder construct the project. The details, now in an ephemeral state of morphological transformation are causing an information overload during the typical documentation process. Ironically, working in the digital realm creates problems, because any geometry is possible, the design solutions are infinite, which leads to inefficiencies in design, entangling it in a morass of digital information translation. Establishing a material interface and integrating all parts of the process, enables us to control information in this new digital designing era. Using a new method for design, directly engaging in digital fabrication, and providing a constant cyclical evaluation of the materials from the earliest stages of design, dissolves barriers between the architect and the builder. The new methodology provides a way to efficiently construct and manage massive amounts of unique information caused by these irregular geometries. Advisors/Committee Members: Kanekar, Aarati (Committee Chair), McInturf, Michael (Committee Chair).

Subjects/Keywords: Architecture; Digital; Architecture; Design; Process; Integration; Parametric

…achieve the specific results they desire. This thesis project will examine advanced parametric… …curvilinear forms, the computer and the digital process gives more control back to the architect… …placing him nearer to the title of the master builder that he once possessed. 1 Parametric… …working known as Design Bid Build, and the separate parties involved in that process. change as… …allow a responsive design to evolve, it makes it a linear disconnected process where…

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Fatkins, P. J. (2011). Digital Integration in the Design Process. (Masters Thesis). University of Cincinnati. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1306500492

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Fatkins, Paul J. “Digital Integration in the Design Process.” 2011. Masters Thesis, University of Cincinnati. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1306500492.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Fatkins, Paul J. “Digital Integration in the Design Process.” 2011. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Fatkins PJ. Digital Integration in the Design Process. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Cincinnati; 2011. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1306500492.

Council of Science Editors:

Fatkins PJ. Digital Integration in the Design Process. [Masters Thesis]. University of Cincinnati; 2011. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1306500492

University of Kentucky

25. Zhang, Yumo. PILOT SCALE DEMONSTRATION AND EVALUATION OF INNOVATIVE NON-DESLIMED NON-CLASSIFIED GRAVITY-FED HM CYCLONE.

Degree: 2015, University of Kentucky

URL: https://uknowledge.uky.edu/mng_etds/19

► Coal preparation plants are required in some cases to produce a high-grade product using a low specific gravity cut-point. For these situations, a second higher… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Dense Medium Cyclone; Three Products; Fine Coal Separation; Parametric Evaluation; Tracer Tests; Mining Engineering; Process Control and Systems

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Zhang, Y. (2015). PILOT SCALE DEMONSTRATION AND EVALUATION OF INNOVATIVE NON-DESLIMED NON-CLASSIFIED GRAVITY-FED HM CYCLONE. (Masters Thesis). University of Kentucky. Retrieved from https://uknowledge.uky.edu/mng_etds/19

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Zhang, Yumo. “PILOT SCALE DEMONSTRATION AND EVALUATION OF INNOVATIVE NON-DESLIMED NON-CLASSIFIED GRAVITY-FED HM CYCLONE.” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Kentucky. Accessed January 16, 2021. https://uknowledge.uky.edu/mng_etds/19.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Zhang, Yumo. “PILOT SCALE DEMONSTRATION AND EVALUATION OF INNOVATIVE NON-DESLIMED NON-CLASSIFIED GRAVITY-FED HM CYCLONE.” 2015. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Zhang Y. PILOT SCALE DEMONSTRATION AND EVALUATION OF INNOVATIVE NON-DESLIMED NON-CLASSIFIED GRAVITY-FED HM CYCLONE. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Kentucky; 2015. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: https://uknowledge.uky.edu/mng_etds/19.

Council of Science Editors:

Zhang Y. PILOT SCALE DEMONSTRATION AND EVALUATION OF INNOVATIVE NON-DESLIMED NON-CLASSIFIED GRAVITY-FED HM CYCLONE. [Masters Thesis]. University of Kentucky; 2015. Available from: https://uknowledge.uky.edu/mng_etds/19

26. Marcalow, Robert B. Parametric Tools in the Design Process.

Degree: University of Massachusetts

URL: https://scholarworks.umass.edu/masters_theses_2/30

► The recent revolution in digital design tools is having a sea-change effect on the way buildings are designed. As the design process becomes increasingly… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: parametric; architecture; integration; process; digital; fabrication; Architectural Technology; Architecture

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Marcalow, R. B. (n.d.). Parametric Tools in the Design Process. (Thesis). University of Massachusetts. Retrieved from https://scholarworks.umass.edu/masters_theses_2/30

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Marcalow, Robert B. “Parametric Tools in the Design Process.” Thesis, University of Massachusetts. Accessed January 16, 2021. https://scholarworks.umass.edu/masters_theses_2/30.

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No year of publication.
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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Marcalow, Robert B. “Parametric Tools in the Design Process.” Web. 16 Jan 2021.

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Marcalow RB. Parametric Tools in the Design Process. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Massachusetts; [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: https://scholarworks.umass.edu/masters_theses_2/30.

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Marcalow RB. Parametric Tools in the Design Process. [Thesis]. University of Massachusetts; Available from: https://scholarworks.umass.edu/masters_theses_2/30

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27. Fang, Yizhou. Inference for Continuous Stochastic Processes Using Gaussian Process Regression.

Degree: 2014, University of Waterloo

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10012/8159

► Gaussian process regression (GPR) is a long-standing technique for statistical interpolation between observed data points. Having originally been applied to spatial analysis in the 1950s,… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Gaussian process regression; continuous stochastic process; parametric inference

…Introduction 1.1 A Brief History Gaussian process regression (GPR) is a statistical… …x5B;39]. The book “Gaussian Process for Machine Learning” written by Rasmussen and… …subject of covariance function modelling. Gaussian process also serves as a method for… …introduction to Gaussian Process Classification and its comparison with other methods was discussed… …improve the efficiency of parametric inference for continuous-time stochastic processes. Such…

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Fang, Y. (2014). Inference for Continuous Stochastic Processes Using Gaussian Process Regression. (Thesis). University of Waterloo. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10012/8159

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Fang, Yizhou. “Inference for Continuous Stochastic Processes Using Gaussian Process Regression.” 2014. Thesis, University of Waterloo. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://hdl.handle.net/10012/8159.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Fang, Yizhou. “Inference for Continuous Stochastic Processes Using Gaussian Process Regression.” 2014. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Fang Y. Inference for Continuous Stochastic Processes Using Gaussian Process Regression. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Waterloo; 2014. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10012/8159.

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Council of Science Editors:

Fang Y. Inference for Continuous Stochastic Processes Using Gaussian Process Regression. [Thesis]. University of Waterloo; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10012/8159

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Indian Institute of Science

28. Tekumalla, Lavanya Sita. Non-Parametric Clustering of Multivariate Count Data.

Degree: PhD, Faculty of Engineering, 2018, Indian Institute of Science

URL: http://etd.iisc.ac.in/handle/2005/3598

► The focus of this thesis is models for non-parametric clustering of multivariate count data. While there has been significant work in Bayesian non-parametric modelling in… (more)

▼ The focus of this thesis is models for non-parametric clustering of multivariate count data. While there has been significant work in Bayesian non-parametric modelling in the last decade, in the context of mixture models for real-valued data and some forms of discrete data such as multinomial-mixtures, there has been much less work on non-parametric clustering of Multi-variate Count Data. The main challenges in clustering multivariate counts include choosing a suitable multivariate distribution that adequately captures the properties of the data, for instance handling over-dispersed data or sparse multivariate data, at the same time leveraging the inherent dependency structure between dimensions and across instances to get meaningful clusters. As the first contribution, this thesis explores extensions to the Multivariate Poisson distribution, proposing efficient algorithms for non-parametric clustering of multivariate count data. While Poisson is the most popular distribution for count modelling, the Multivariate Poisson often leads to intractable inference and a suboptimal t of the data. To address this, we introduce a family of models based on the Sparse-Multivariate Poisson, that exploit the inherent sparsity in multivariate data, reducing the number of latent variables in the formulation of Multivariate Poisson leading to a better t and more efficient inference. We explore Dirichlet process mixture model extensions and temporal non-parametric extensions to models based on the Sparse Multivariate Poisson for practical use of Poisson based models for non-parametric clustering of multivariate counts in real-world applications. As a second contribution, this thesis addresses moving beyond the limitations of Poisson based models for non-parametric clustering, for instance in handling over dispersed data or data with negative correlations. We explore, for the first time, marginal independent inference techniques based on the Gaussian Copula for multivariate count data in the Dirichlet Process mixture model setting. This enables non-parametric clustering of multivariate counts without limiting assumptions that usually restrict the marginal to belong to a particular family, such as the Poisson or the negative-binomial. This inference technique can also work for mixed data (combination of counts, binary and continuous data) enabling Bayesian non-parametric modelling to be used for a wide variety of data types. As the third contribution, this thesis addresses modelling a wide range of more complex dependencies such as asymmetric and tail dependencies during non-parametric clustering of multivariate count data with Vine Copula based Dirichlet process mixtures. While vine copula inference has been well explored for continuous data, it is still a topic of active research for multivariate counts and mixed multivariate data. Inference for multivariate counts and mixed data is a hard problem owing to ties that arise with discrete marginal. An efficient marginal independent inference approach based on extended rank likelihood,… Advisors/Committee Members: Bhattacharyya, Chiranjib (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Multivariate Count Data; Clustering Mixture Models; Non-parametric Clustering; Bulk Cache Preloading; Dirichlet Process Mixture Models; Spatio-Temporal Data Aggregation; Sparse Multivariate Poisson; MultiVariate Poisson (MVP); Copulas; Nested Hierarchical Dirichlet Processes; Dirichlet Process Mixtures; Sparse-Multivariate Poisson; Dirichlet Process Mixture Model; Computer Science

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Tekumalla, L. S. (2018). Non-Parametric Clustering of Multivariate Count Data. (Doctoral Dissertation). Indian Institute of Science. Retrieved from http://etd.iisc.ac.in/handle/2005/3598

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Tekumalla, Lavanya Sita. “Non-Parametric Clustering of Multivariate Count Data.” 2018. Doctoral Dissertation, Indian Institute of Science. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://etd.iisc.ac.in/handle/2005/3598.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Tekumalla, Lavanya Sita. “Non-Parametric Clustering of Multivariate Count Data.” 2018. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Tekumalla LS. Non-Parametric Clustering of Multivariate Count Data. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Indian Institute of Science; 2018. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://etd.iisc.ac.in/handle/2005/3598.

Council of Science Editors:

Tekumalla LS. Non-Parametric Clustering of Multivariate Count Data. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Indian Institute of Science; 2018. Available from: http://etd.iisc.ac.in/handle/2005/3598

Johannes Gutenberg Universität Mainz

29. Diether, Michael. Wavelet estimation in diffusions with periodicity.

Degree: 2011, Johannes Gutenberg Universität Mainz

URL: http://ubm.opus.hbz-nrw.de/volltexte/2012/3117/

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Wir betrachten einen zeitlich inhomogenen Diffusionsprozess, der durch eine stochastische Differentialgleichung gegeben wird, deren Driftterm ein deterministisches T-periodisches Signal beinhaltet, dessen Periodizität bekannt ist. Dieses… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Diffusionsprozess, Waveletschätzer, nichtparametrische Konvergenzrate, Markovkette, Schätzung eines unbekannten Signals; diffusion process, wavelet estimator, non-parametric rate of convergence, Markov chain, estimation of unknown signal; Mathematics

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Diether, M. (2011). Wavelet estimation in diffusions with periodicity. (Doctoral Dissertation). Johannes Gutenberg Universität Mainz. Retrieved from http://ubm.opus.hbz-nrw.de/volltexte/2012/3117/

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Diether, Michael. “Wavelet estimation in diffusions with periodicity.” 2011. Doctoral Dissertation, Johannes Gutenberg Universität Mainz. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://ubm.opus.hbz-nrw.de/volltexte/2012/3117/.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Diether, Michael. “Wavelet estimation in diffusions with periodicity.” 2011. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Diether M. Wavelet estimation in diffusions with periodicity. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Johannes Gutenberg Universität Mainz; 2011. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://ubm.opus.hbz-nrw.de/volltexte/2012/3117/.

Council of Science Editors:

Diether M. Wavelet estimation in diffusions with periodicity. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Johannes Gutenberg Universität Mainz; 2011. Available from: http://ubm.opus.hbz-nrw.de/volltexte/2012/3117/

University of Waterloo

30. Turner, Fraser. Multifrequency Raman Generation in the Transient Regime.

Degree: 2006, University of Waterloo

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10012/2960

► Two colour pumping was used to investigate the short-pulse technique of Multifrequency Raman Generation (MRG) in the transient regime of Raman scattering. In the course… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Physics & Astronomy; short pulses; nonlinear optics; ultrafast lasers; Raman effect; parametric process

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Turner, F. (2006). Multifrequency Raman Generation in the Transient Regime. (Thesis). University of Waterloo. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10012/2960

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Turner, Fraser. “Multifrequency Raman Generation in the Transient Regime.” 2006. Thesis, University of Waterloo. Accessed January 16, 2021. http://hdl.handle.net/10012/2960.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Turner, Fraser. “Multifrequency Raman Generation in the Transient Regime.” 2006. Web. 16 Jan 2021.

Vancouver:

Turner F. Multifrequency Raman Generation in the Transient Regime. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Waterloo; 2006. [cited 2021 Jan 16]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10012/2960.

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Council of Science Editors:

Turner F. Multifrequency Raman Generation in the Transient Regime. [Thesis]. University of Waterloo; 2006. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10012/2960

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