Bayesian analysis of historical functional linear models with application to air pollution forecasting by Junglee, Yovna

“…Different from existing Bayesian approaches to historical functional linear models, our proposed methodology is able to handle multiple functional covariates with measurement error and sparseness. The proposed model utilises the well-established connection between non-parametric smoothing and Bayesian methods to reduce sensitivity to the number of basis functions which are used to model the functional regression coefficients. …”
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BIM-Based model for the automatic generation and optimization of planning and 4-D scheduling for concrete skeleton: A graph theory approach by Essawy, Yasmeen

“…The sequences were, then, simulated, hence, recommending the Optimized Elemental Construction Method, Schedule & Resources, and, hence, generating 4D BIM models. …”
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Towards realistic interactive sand : a GPU-based framework by Longmore, Juan-Pierre

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Pervasive computing reference architecture from a software engineering perspective (PervCompRA-SE) by Khaled, Osama Mabrouk

“…Both the BRA and TRA were validated throughout the course of research work and evaluated as whole using traceability, benchmark, survey, and simulation methods. The thesis introduces a new reference architecture in the PervComp domain which was developed using a novel requirements engineering method. …”
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Interference Management of Inband Underlay Device-toDevice Communication in 5G Cellular Networks by Boamah, Sharon Ampomaa

“…The performance of the fractional open loop power control components on SINR is studied. The simulation results portrayed that the conventional open loop power control method provides increased compensation for the path loss with higher D2D transmit power when compared with the fractional open loop power control method. …”
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Online traffic engineering for MPLS networks by Botha, Marlene

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Stochastic models of steady state and dynamic operation of systems of congestion

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Optimization Of Wind Barriers For The Minimization Of Mirror Soiling In A Parabolic Trough Collector Plant

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Contemplating Statistics : estimation and regression according to arc lengths

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Fluid-structure interaction investigation of a medium-sized heliostat

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Testing adaptive market efficiency in the presence of non-Gaussian uncertainties by Wakandigara, Vykta

“…Unlike the classical KF, modern filters such as the maximum correntropy Kalman filters (MCC-KF) have been shown to be less sensitive to non-Gaussian uncertainties. These filters utilise a similarity measure known as correntropy– which incorporates higher order information than the mean square criterion that is utilised in the classical KF. …”
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Choosing investment solutions for South African long-term investors with prospect theory-type risk preferences by Mazwai, Osagyefo

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Identifying and quantifying maintenance improvement opportunities in physcial asset management by Von Petersdorff, Hagen Alexander

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The role of concentrating solar power in a South African large scale renewable energy scenario by May, Haydn Liam

“…This thesis investigates a hypothetical large scale renewable energy system for South Africa over the long term future using 2050 as a nominal year of analysis. Simulation modeling was used to assess the integration of three renewable energy technologies, which are currently being installed at utility scales in South Africa, at much higher penetrations. …”
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RF-EMF Radiation Exposure and Radio Resources Management in 5G Wireless Network by Ajibare, Adedotun Temitope

“…Thirdly, this work investigates the impact of radiofrequency (RF) electromagnetic fields (EMF) radiation exposure induced by wireless networks, most importantly 5G cellular networks for both the uplink and downlink radio emissions using exposure-index open-loop power control algorithm (EOPCA), a novel simulation method that quantifies the realistic electromagnetic exposure of the human user. …”
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Reducing the total cost of ownership of mining haul trucks by Riley, Lennard Barry

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Designing a dynamic spectrum sharing algorithm between DCS and LTE in the 1800 MHz band: a case study of a mobile telecommunication operator in Zimbabwe by Magwa, Luckmore

“…Monte Carlo-style system-level simulations were conducted using Atoll, utilizing raster traffic maps provided by the Mobile Network Operator (MNO). …”
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Design and Development of a Lower Limb Rehabilitation Device for Spinal Cord Injury Patients by Trusler, Matthew

“…The device was intended towards providing a ground reaction force simulation at the correct points of the gait cycle. …”
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Formal verification of automotive embedded UML designs by Bahig, Ghada

“…As risk of the system increases, ASIL level increases and the standard mandates more stringent methods to ensure safety. ISO-26262 mandates that ASILs C and D classified systems utilize walkthrough, semi-formal verification, inspection, control flow analysis, data flow analysis, static code analysis and semantic code analysis techniques to verify software unit design and implementation. …”
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Braking based integrated rollover prevention and yaw control for an off-road vehicle

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