Convergence of the mixing method: An iterative algorithm for solving diagonally constrained semidefinite programs

This thesis explores the convergence of the mixing method, an iter- ative algorithm for solving diagonally constrained semidefinite programs. In this paper we first give an exposition of the convergence proof for the mixing method based on the proof by Wang, Chang, and Kolter , where we restructure some parts of the proof and provide extra de-...

Measuring sediment properties in the field using MEDUSA RhoC

A promising new method for measuring sediment properties in the field is called MEDUSA RhoC. This device measures mud and sand content, sediment density, and water content in the field using Radiometric Sedimentology. The aim of this thesis is to investigate the accuracy and applicability of the MEDUSA RhoC system with its new components. This...

Development west coast Taiwan: Redesign coastal area between Da’an River and Dajia River

Master project report. In the year 2004 there was a flooding in an area between Da'an River and Dajia River in Taichung County, Taiwan. The flooding was caused by outlets which were clogged up, thus lacking the capacity to discharge the amount of rainwater that the typhoon caused into the sea. A survey conducted by the project group, showed that...