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A laser-based multilateration system for measurement of metre-scale low-slope freeform non-specular surfaces.

Norman, James P. (Cranfield UniversitySATM, 2019-02)

The manufacture of metre–scale mirror segments for telescopes requires measurement with low uncertainty to enable accurate form correction. The uncertainty of this measurement has a direct effect upon the time to manufacture ...
Lean manufacturing implementation framework based on change management theory and interpretive structural modelling.

Al Manei, Mohammed (Cranfield UniversitySATM, 2019-05)

Lean management focuses in reducing waste and improve the efficiency of companies. Although in many instances, what is proposed by lean philosophy sounds like common sense, companies do struggle with implementing ...
Lean manufacturing strategy for the implementation in manufacturing enterprises in developing countries.

Zargun, Shibani (2016-02)

Manufacturing organisations all over the world are constantly seeking continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance and meet customer requirements. In this regard, many manufacturing initiatives have been ...
Learning control of automotive active suspension systems

Watanabe, Yukio (1997-09)

This thesis considers the neural network learning control of a variable-geometry automotive active suspension system which combines most of the benefits of active suspension systems with low energy consumption. Firstly, ...
A learning management system adoption framework for higher education: the case of Iraq

Radif, Mustafa (Cranfield University, 2016-10)

This study focuses on the implementation of Learning Management System (LMS) in the higher education sector in Iraq. Its aim is to develop a policy adoption framework for LMS implementation by scientifically investigating ...
Lightweight design of multi-stitched composite crash absorbers to improve specific energy absorption capability under quasi-static and impact loading

Rabiee, Ali (2018-05)

A comprehensive numerical and experimental study was performed to investigate the energy absorbing capabilities of glass/epoxy and carbon/epoxy members that could serve as stanchions in the subfloor structure of aircraft ...
Low cost integration of Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) with Enhanced Stability Program (ESP)

Soltani, Amirmasoud (Cranfield University, 2014-11)

Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) systems (also known as Active Chassis systems) are mechatronic systems developed for improving vehicle comfort, handling and/or stability. Traditionally, most of these systems have ...
Machine vision and scientific imaging for autonomous air vehicles (UAV).

Jameson, Pierre-Daniel (Cranfield UniversitySATM, 2008-08)

This thesis outlines the necessary requirements to determine an Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s) pose relative to a lead aircraft or target, thus enabling a UAV to successfully follow a lead aircraft or target. The use ...
Manufacturing of novel aerogel based thermal coating systems for carbon/epoxy composite substrates.

Krishnaswamy, Suryanarayanan (2018-06)

To try and increase the applicability of carbon fibre composites, the present work considers the use of thermal coatings on its surface. After a study on relevant literature pertaining to conventional and alternate thermal ...
Manufacturing systems simulation using the principles of system dy

Oyarbide Zubillaga, A. (Cranfield University, 2003-11)

Manufacturing is the largest single contributor to the global economy. The evolution of consumer demands has pressurised companies into producing a larger variety of products, with improved specifications, reduced costs, ...
Mathematical modelling and simulation of continuous, highly precise, metal/eco-friendly polymerization of Lactide using alternative energies for reaction extrusion

Dubey, Satya P. (Cranfield University, 2016-07)

Polylactic acid (PLA) is one of the most promising bio-compostable and biodegradable thermoplastic made from renewable sources. PLA, is typically obtained by polymerising lactide monomer. The technique mainly used for ring ...
Mechanical degradation of composite structures subjected to environmental effects.

Rincon Urbina, Sonia (2018-04)

Polymeric materials have inherent advantages thanks to the mechanical properties that they lend to a structure enhancing its useful life in factors of safety, reliability and aesthetics. Nevertheless, the durability may ...
Mechanical properties and impact energy absorption of hybrid thermoplastic nanocomposite structures

Silva, Francesco (2016-01)

This thesis focuses on the mechanical properties and the impact energy absorption capabilities of injection moulded hybrid three-phase polymer composites. Its main aim is to investigate the effect of different micro ...
Metallic nanocarrier complex targeting neuroendocrine prostate cancel cells.

Hemben, Aver (2022-09)

Iron oxide nanoparticles were successfully produced by inert gas condensation using the Mantis NanoGen Trio system. The nanoparticles were produced via a novel approach using the Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD) method to ...
A method of ATFCM based on trajectory based operations.

Gatsinzi, Dany (2018-09)

This thesis describes a method towards a more proactive approach for Air Traffic Flow and Capacity Management (ATFCM) Demand and Capacity Balancing (DCB). This new ATFCM DCB method focuses on reducing the expected Air ...
Methodology for avionics integration optimisation

Radaei, Mohammad (Cranfield UniversitySATM, 2020-10)

Every state-of-art aircraft has a complex distributed systems of avionics Line Replaceable Units/Modules (LRUs/LRMs), networked by several data buses. These LRUs are becoming more complex because of the increasing number ...
A methodology of manufacturing strategy analysis for the manufacturing industries in Saudi Arabia

Al-Metary, Shwesh Saud Dowaihy. (1998-02)

To further enhance the progress made by its manufacturing industries during the last two decades, the Sixth Development Plan of Saudi Arabia has stressed the importance of diversifying the country’s economic base, reducing ...
Mid-infrared spectroscopic instrumentation for airborne monitoring of atmospheric gas species

Davis, Nicholas Mark (2018-02)

Methane is a colourless, odourless gas that can be found extensively in nature. The average global concentration of methane is currently approximately 1.8ppm, the highest concentration for over 800,000 years. Although ...
Mitigation of start/stop defects in circumferential laser and hybrid laser welding of tubular offshore structures.

Lai, Wai Jun (2021-04)

In recent years, the offshore wind industry's growth and increased demand for larger and stronger offshore wind turbines have led to significant research into the joining and manufacture of thick section tubular structural ...
A model on factors affecting nurses adoption of health information technology

Binobaid, Saleh Abdullah (2017-09)

Healthcare organisations are using Health Information Technology (HIT) to improve efficiency, reduce cost and reduce medical errors. This study focused on the factors that influence the acceptance of HIT among nurses in ...

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