Dynamic Analysis of a Floating Vertical Axis Wind Turbine using the Actuator Cylinder Flow Theory

An ever-increasing demand for electricity pushes the wind energy industry to deep waters that favor floating concepts. Vertical axis wind turbines (VAWTs) failed for onshore applications in the 1980s, but its advantages raise the potential for competitive floating designs and ultimately lowering the cost of energy. This thesis aims to (1) better...

Robustness of public transportation networks: The effect of capacity reductions at the link-level

The quality of a public transport network is not only determined by its performance in non-disturbed situations. On a quite frequent basis public transport service do not operate according to plan. This urges for analysis on how well a network is capable to perform in such situations. How well is a PT network capable of maintaining its network...

TEDx Event center: Connecting the Binnengasthuis area and the city of Amsterdam

Transformation of the Binnengasthuis area in Amsterdam to a place of connectivity.

Redesigning SodaProducties’ Innovation Process Through Improving their Volunteering Service

This Master thesis presents the inquiry of a strategic product designer in the innovation process of a societal oriented company: SodaProducties. Commonly, graduating students from the faculty of Industrial Design Engineering are found in the high-tech industry. In contrast to developing complex technological products, this agency for societal...