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Bijwaard, Lotte (author)This thesis focuses on villa E-1027 by Eileen Gray. To be more precise, this thesis will research the design philosophy of Eileen Gray, Villa E-1027 and the development of the modern European Movement. Therefore the main research question that will be answered is how has Eileen Gray's design philosophy shaped Villa E-1027, and what is the...student report 2024
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Verlaan, D.C. (author)Inclusivity and equality for individuals with disabilities have been significant throughout history and have had a profound impact over the last 50 years. This thesis examines the development of legislation for this group, the impact of an inaccessible environment on them, and how the library sector has played a pioneering role in promoting...student report 2024
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Prins, Tjeerd (author)It can be imagined that, due to fast technological innovation in the field of healthcare, current Western medicine distanced itself from ancient knowledge and practices. The aim of this thesis was therefore to find out to what extent it is possible to still recognize influences of classical medical texts and architecture in contemporary hospital...student report 2024
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van der Veen, M.E.S. (author)Throughout 20th century, the role of women in Dutch society and in architecture changed under the influence of the first, second, third and fourth feminist waves. At the beginning of the 20th century, some women broke the gender barriers in architecture, a field traditionally dominated by men (Smeets-Klokgieters, 2022).<br/>The purpose of this...student report 2024
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Piantelli, Rocco (author)This thesis examines the complex relationship between reality and representation in maps, and how this relation has influenced the perception of the map and its ability to convey information throughout history. The study analyses historical maps of Venice and Amsterdam, highlighting their evolution from detailed depictions to simplified...student report 2024
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Rizzo, Benedetta (author)Architecture transcends the realm of mere sculptural aesthetics; it stands as a utilitarian discipline, one that extends its purpose beyond form to convey profound meaning, serve vital functions, and articulate powerful statements. In our contemporary era, we find ourselves surrounded by a crucible of challenges, a time marked by impending...student report 2024
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de Bok, Coco (author)This thesis delves into the intricate relationship between art and propaganda in Soviet Russia. Placing art in her historical context. This thesis analyzes the key art movements within Russian Avant-Garde; Russian Futurism and Constructivism, as well as prominent propaganda Figures like Vladimir Mayakovsky and Gustav Klutsis. By examining the...student report 2024
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Sen, Shreya (author)The intricate relationship between water appropriation, human settlement dynamics, and cultural practices is exemplified in the case of the Klip River in South Africa. This 120-kilometer river, a major tributary of the Vaal River, has been significantly altered by human activities over the past century, particularly due to gold mining in the...student report 2024
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Asia, Jowel (author)The Citadel of Aleppo is one of the oldest and largest castles in the world, and the greatest landmark of Aleppo. Located on top of a hill in the middle of the city, it stands as a symbol of resilience, having faced many challenges during various historical events through the centuries. This thesis analyses the architectural trajectory of Aleppo...student report 2024
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Poggione Garcia, A. (author), van der Meer, Brenda (author), van der Meer, Harma (author), Bange, Rein (author), Klootwijk, R. (author)The emission of CO2 is a significant contributor to global warming, with the mobility sector being a major source. The EU has set a goal to achieve climate neutrality by 2050, requiring substantial CO2 reduction efforts, particularly in densely populated regions like the Rhine-Delta (RDR). This region’s extensive mobility network, serving both...student report 2024
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ten Bosch, Gijs (author), Tian, J. (author), Umasankar, G. (author), Voncken, Christel (author), Zwienink, Leonie (author)Currently, the Southwestern Delta is ill. The inability to produce its essential ecosystem services hinders the Delta from being healthy. Systems that make the Delta economy prosper are the main reasons for this obstruction. If current hazards like salinisation, soil depletion, and nitrogen pollution continue; the livelihood of the peri-urban...student report 2024
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Verlinde, Lander (author)The role of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), more commonly known as drones, in society continues to become more significant every day, both in everyday life and in military operations. The extent to which unmanned vehicles are used for both offensive as well as reconnaissance missions is at an all-time high. To expand the number of operational...student report 2024
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Verlinde, Lander (author)We investigate two open problems in discrete geometry regarding how large subsets of sets of points need to be in order for certain structures to emerge. First of all there is the Erdős-Szekeres convex polygon problem, also known as the Happy Ending problem. Interestingly, there is a clear distinction between the number of points required to...student report 2024
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Weißhaar, Thaddäus (author)European cities are implementing diverse strategies to curtail car usage. Understanding the impact of these policies necessitates insights into mode choice behaviour. However, for conventional discrete choice models, utility specifications must be defined upfront, potentially leading to misleading policy recommendations. This problem is solved...student report 2023
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Middeldorp, Femke (author), Rijna, Coen (author), Nooy van der Kolff, Jip (author), Vos, Rosita (author), Kluft, Lisanne (author)This design report presents the outcomes of a multidisciplinary project undertaken by a team with diverse backgrounds in civil engineering. The project focuses on a preliminary design for a new marina in San Antonio Este, Argentina, with the purpose of serving as a recreational spot and a terminal for a nautical connection to San Antonio Oeste....student report 2023
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Brouwer, Gees (author), Madanu, Sharath Chandra (author), Epema, Susanne (author), Bhatt, Vidushi (author), Shen, Qiwei (author)The declining availability of practical hours for medical anatomical education has prompted Enatom to develop a digital anatomical platform, utilizing the open-source WebGL-based point cloud renderer Potree. This platform, which employs detailed point cloud scans of anatomical structures, aims to offer a dynamic and interactive educational...student report 2023
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Du, Ximing (author)At present, many studies have begun to focus on evaluating urban accessibility and livability, which can be a series of great guidance for future urban planning considering residents’ personal perceptions of various living aspects. It can be observed from the existing literature that urban accessibility has a mature evaluation system,...student report 2023
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Hiemstra, Jolijn (author), Streefkerk, Luuk (author), Okkerman, Jorrit (author), Rijsenbrij, Annabel (author), van Leeuwen, Jesse (author), Linnebach, Jonathan (author)In a Ghana project, field measurements at the Black Volta aimed to enhance hydrological predictions for the Bui power dam. Validating devices and exploring floodplain contributions, such as with GNSS reflectometry and cameras, provides crucial insights for dam management and model improvement.<br/><br/>In this multidisciplinary project,...student report 2023
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Frey, Veronika (author), Kraaijvanger, Joost (author), Lorenzen da Silva, Valentin (author), Oudenes, Derby (author)In this project, student teams from Universidad San Francisco de Quito and Delft University of Technology worked together to provide safe drinking water in Ecuador. We used M-100 chlorinators from the company WaterStep, donated by Water Ambassadors Canada, to chlorinate water in schools and communities. The journey involved testing water quality...student report 2023
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Boot, Cilia (author), Hilmer, Floris (author), Jongkind, Adinda (author), van Leeuwen, Pieter (author), Rosman, Ruben (author)The research question addressed in this study is ”To what extent does the presence of a cloud forest canopy impact the Mestelá River catchment and how will this affect the various involved stakeholders?”. The study aims to investigate the importance of cloud forests in the Mestelá River catchment, Alta Verapaz, Guatemala, related to water...student report 2023