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Barth, R. (author)Genetic information encoded in the DNA sequences is maintained, replicated, and transcribed across the tree of life. Organisms evolved multiple hierarchical layers of chromosome organization which ensure that DNA can be contained but also processed within individual cells. This thesis focuses on SMC (Structural Maintenance of Chromosomes)...doctoral thesis 2024
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Beumer, Mees (author)The mini optical ground station (MISO), on top of the Aerospace Engineering faculty, serves the purpose of demonstrating Free Space Optical Communication technology. A downlink from low earth orbit imposes pointing requirements beyond what can be achieved by the telescope mount. A Fine Pointing Assembly (FPA), the topic of this thesis, aims to...master thesis 2024
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Esposito, Lorenzo (author)Hyper-Velocity Impacts (HVI) from micrometeoroids and orbital debris pose a significant threat to satellites in low Earth orbit due to the higher density of sources and the resulting increased impact frequency. Understanding the stress field and dynamic behavior around impact points is critical for satellite design, structural integrity, and...master thesis 2024
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Nederhoff, C.M. (author)Tropical cyclones, known as hurricanes in the Atlantic and Northeast Pacific or typhoons in the Northwest Pacific, are intense storm systems characterized by strong rotating winds, heavy rainfall, and low atmospheric pressure. They form over warm tropical waters and are major drivers of coastal flooding in tropical and subtropical regions....doctoral thesis 2024
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Bakker, Tristan (author)To reduce greenhouse gas emissions in aviation, innovative propulsion systems such as battery-powered electric aviation are essential. These systems are carbon neutral when powered by 100% green electricity. However, widespread adoption requires overcoming challenges including improving energy density, lowering costs, and maintaining safe...master thesis 2024
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Linssen, Mara (author)Large complex infrastructural projects and programs show cost overruns and delays. As these are often funded by governmental bodies, the cost overruns also have an economic impact for society. Where projects are focused on delivering their scope within time and budget, a program is focused on achieving a broader goal. To do so, a program...master thesis 2024
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Rodriguez, Mateo (author)This thesis explores the potential of Type IV conformable compressed hydrogen pressure vessels to enhance the efficiency and performance of Urban Air Mobility (UAM) vehicles, specifically focusing on the Varuna EVTOL. The motivation for this research stems from the pressing need for sustainable and environmentally friendly propulsion systems in...master thesis 2024
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Krebs, Raphael (author)This thesis explores how electronic human resource management (e-HRM) enhances employee performance in technology startups. During their transition phase, technology startups face challenges, such as maintaining effective communication, sustaining organizational culture, and managing growth. These challenges reduce employee performance,...master thesis 2024
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Jungbauer, Alois (author), Satzer, Peter (author), Duerauer, Astrid (author), Azevedo, Ana (author), Aires-Barros, Raquel (author), Nilsson, Bernt (author), Farid, Suzy (author), Goldrick, Stephen (author), Ottens, M. (author)The main objectives of bioprocesses are to reliably deliver drugs in a relatively short time frame with high quality within a tight regulatory framework. Bioprocesses are highly complex, the level of automation is moderate, and there is constant pressure to improve efficiency and costs. In addition, climate change and resource scarcity...review 2024
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Hofbauer, B. (author)This thesis explores the ethical challenges that a potential research program for solar climate engineering via Stratospheric Aerosol Injection (SAI) could incur. These ethical challenges are comprised of epistemic hurdles in relation to the research process, as well as societal questions of justice and the value of nature. The thesis proposes a...doctoral thesis 2024
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Olsthoorn, Mitchell (author)Software testing is important to make sure that code works as intended. Traditionally, this verification process has relied on manual testing, which is not only time-consuming but also susceptible to human errors. Through the use of automated test case generation techniques, we can automate this process and reduce the time and effort needed to...doctoral thesis 2024
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Shokrollahzadeh Behbahani, S. (author)Induced seismicity refers to seismic events (earthquakes) triggered by human activities. Such events, even when characterized by relatively modest magnitudes, have the potential to jeopardize the safety of individuals, the surrounding environment, and infrastructure. <br/><br/>Production from hydrocarbon reservoirs can alter the in-situ stress...doctoral thesis 2024
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Moghaddasi, Hanie (author)Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is the most common tachyarrhythmia in the heart. Irregular RR intervals and the absence of a P wave before the QRS complex characterize AF. Although many studies have been done to detect atrial fibrillation, many aspects of this intricate disease need further analysis. AF is often diagnosed by the interpretation of multi...doctoral thesis 2024
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Meyer, M. (author)The spin of a single electron or hole provides an attractive candidate for implementing a quantum bit when confined in a semiconductor quantum dot. Such a spin qubit is characterized by long coherence and short gate times. High-fidelity single and two-qubit operations have been demonstrated as well. Additionally, semiconductor quantum dots have...doctoral thesis 2024
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Kostiuchenko, A. (author)Climate change is the main global concern today, triggering a transformative shift in several sectors, especially the construction industry. High carbon emissions during Portland cement (PC) production necessitate a gradual shift toward more environmentally friendly alternatives, such as alkali-activated materials (AAMs). AAMs offer a promising,...doctoral thesis 2024
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Yang, Vincent (author)This thesis investigates a container drayage problem involving terminals, depots, and shippers. Each terminal operates a homogeneous fleet of trucks that start and end at their respective terminals, carrying either one 40ft or two 20ft containers, and can make multiple trips within a single planning horizon. Terminals handle full containers and...master thesis 2024
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van Duivendijk, J. (author)The dissertation focussed on the kind of closure methods used, in the past and at present, to repair breached dikes and to close tidal channels by simple means. By simple means one must think about the application by (mainly) manual labour of local materials and small-scale tools and equipment. The closure of tidal channels is also required in...doctoral thesis 2024
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Kroon, J. (author)Because of the large uncertainties associated with rising sea levels, present coastal management is inclined towards utilizing soft, nature-inclusive, and adaptive measures over traditional hard protection structures. This shift towards more sustainable and multi-functional solutions is often called Building with Nature. In the coastal zone,...doctoral thesis 2024
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le Poole, J.J. (author)Early-stage design of complex ships is of an iterative nature due to a coevolving problem definition and solution generation. In addition, design decisions are often made based on assumptions early on. To inform the stakeholder dialogue to support the definition of the design problem, designers need to gain insight into the technical feasibility...doctoral thesis 2024