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Fabriek, P.H. (author)Sensitivity analysis of a residential building. To observe critical parameters that influence the building energy behaviour.master thesis 2013
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Rose, C.D. (author)IHC Metalix, a producer of machined steel kits for the shipbuilding industry, is currently in the process of improving production efficiency by modifying an existing crane as well as by installing two additional cranes, a pallet conveyor, and a pallet storage rack. The exact effects of these improvements on the production process have not been...master thesis 2013
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Bleijerveld, B. (author)Different stretchers are available to help first-aiders transport injured persons for different terrains. For sports fields however no optimized product is available. Currently basic stretchers are used, which were originally designed for extreme conditions for the military. On sports fields the working conditions are much more predictable; the...master thesis 2013
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Yung, W. (author)Mijn afstudeerproject, een ontwerp voor een restaurant in de Rotterdamse haven, is een bewuste verkenning geweest van de kleine schaal, zowel in architectuur als daarbuiten. Het is een eerste zoektocht naar een meer interdisciplinaire werkwijze. In mijn ontwerp vormen zowel het programma als de locatie de ideale achtergrond om deze...master thesis 2013
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Pijnenborg, J.M. (author)The PTC-140/200 DS is the newest generation super heavy lift crane designed by Mammoet. This modular crane can be build in several different configurations and has a capacity of 3200 tonnes maximum. The PTC-140/200 DS is designed to meet both European and American safety standards. Both standards prescribe multiple safety factors to account for...master thesis 2013
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De Leeuw, Thomas (author)Although extensive research has been done on the performance and behavior of propellers, little is known about the effects they might have on other devices. More specifically there is an increasing demand of knowledge on how the slipstream influences the wings and empennage. Because these effects are hard to map with only theoretical methods,...master thesis 2013
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Van der Leeden, E.P.J. (author)A comparison between the pleintje, priority intersection and roundabout based on the criteria cyclist traffic safety, traffic flow and environment.master thesis 2013
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Blomberg, F.L. (author)The process of New Product Development is one of the most important competitive factors in today’s market environment. Nevertheless, it remains an risky and uncertain business and both the academic field as companies try to identify best practices to improve this process. In the past two decades, firms have increasingly adopted Information...master thesis 2013
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Leuschner, K. (author)Noise reduction in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is an important goal as it impacts the health and comfort of the critically ill patients as well as the health and concentration of staff. Research shows that a considerable amount of noise produced in the ICU can be influenced by ICU staff. However, until now there are no interventions that...master thesis 2013
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Ascencio, G. (author)This report presents the Graduation Project: “Mediator tool to increase the acceptance of technologies among seniors”. The project is the culmination of the MSc Programme in Design for Interaction at the Faculty of Industrial Design at Delft University of Technology. Several technologies have been developed to support seniors to live...master thesis 2013
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Alsem, J.D. (author)The EU and the Netherlands have set multiple energy transition objectives for the year 2020. In 2009 the European Council has formulated long term goals to reach 80-95% greenhouse gas emission reduction targets for 2050, which comes down to an 80% CO2-emission reduction overall and a 95% CO2-emission reduction in the fossil-fuelled power...master thesis 2013
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Wolfswinkel, L.T. (author)This graduation project is done for Tristar Europe B.V. The company’s core portfolio consists of domestic appliances, with a strategy to produce low-cost products in China to sell in a low price segment in Europe. However, the focus of the company is slowly changing and Tristar wants to become a more competitive and progressive brand. Tristar...master thesis 2013
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Versteegt, G. (author)Structural design of these marine facilities is not implicitly covered in EN1990 (European Norm), and the types of loads and load combinations that are to be considered are different from those for buildings and bridges, since they concern operational loadings from vessels berthing and mooring, and also loads from vessels moored acting...master thesis 2013
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Vrouenraets, J.M.R. (author)Procter & Gamble is an international producer and distributor of FMCG. The current inventory management practices at P&G, and for the Babycare category in particular, do not result in the target service and inventory levels. This thesis questions how the inventory management practices for the Babycare category should operate in order to achieve...master thesis 2013
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Izaguirre, M.A. (author)This thesis project is a collaboration between the Innovation Department at Bugaboo Inc, and Delft University of Technology. The main objective is to design a product service system for a Bugaboo stroller that can bring benefits to the consumer, the planet and the company. This report proposes a product service system called “Bugaboo Zoo”. It is...master thesis 2013
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Waring, A. (author)Currently, there is no universally accepted way to carry out the cup insertion process with help of an alignment tool, and, as a result, the cup is often placed incorrectly dramatically increasing the likelihood of post surgical complications. The project was developed to aid in the proper cup placement so to reduce the chances of these post...master thesis 2013
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Van Tongeren, B. (author)Salt intrusion is undesired because it has negative effects for drinking water and agricultural water intakes. At the Krammer locks (Zeeland, the Netherlands) a complex system is integrated in the design of the lock which prevents salt intrusion very accurate. This effective reduction of salt intrusion is regrettably accompanied with high energy...master thesis 2013
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- Torres, M. (author) master thesis 2013
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Hock Isaza, M. (author)This project suggest a process to Design for Lovable Sevices, which are offers that promote and allow users to construct an emotional bond. The goal is to provide Fjord, a Service Design Consultancy, with a new approach to design services that aim for user engagement and retention. The challenge derives from two aspects: The growing number of...master thesis 2013