Browsing Undergraduate Theses by Title
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An early conceptual design and feasibility analysis of a nuclear-powered cargo vessel
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2009)Economic globalization has resulted in the tremendous growth of worldwide trade. Much of this trade is carried out via the various waterways of the world. The bulk of these trade goods are transported by merchant ships ... -
Early stage product design process : a case study of an educational building kit
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2017)A Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) kit for the assembly of a lamp was created to encourage children's interest in mechanical and electrical engineering. To ensure the lamp was intuitive and fun to use, ... -
An early warning system for the abandonment of housing in the city of Boston: its validity, feasibility and implications,
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Early-Stage Research and Design of a Diagnostic Sensor for Peripheral Vascular Disease
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2021-06)Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) is a blood circulation disorder that involves the narrowing and blocking of arteries in the lower extremities of the body. Symptoms of PVD include pain and restricted mobility, and as the ... -
Eastern Avenue Swing Bridge over Fort Point Channel, city of Boston
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Econometric analysis of the historical growth and volatility trends of various metals
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2012)Post Malthusian economics, there is growing recognition of the impact technological change and advance has on market activity. By studying historical production and price trends, boundaries of feasible growth can be ... -
An economic analysis of aluminum sheet production and prospects of aluminum for the automotive unibody
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2000)In order to lower fuel consumption and reduce emissions, aluminum is being considered as an alternative to steel in large scale production of autobodies. This study evaluates the prospects of aluminum sheets as a cost ... -
An economic analysis of Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG)
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2014)This report includes a discussion of the potential production of stranded natural gas reserves through the implementation of Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) in a world of growing energy demand followed by an analysis ... -
Economic analysis of shale gas wells in the United States
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2013)Natural gas produced from shale formations has increased dramatically in the past decade and has altered the oil and gas industry greatly. The use of horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing has enabled the production ... -
Economic and environmental evaluation of end-of-life aerospace aluminum options using optimization methods
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2008)The benefits of recycling have long been understood and the conspicuous energy savings of secondary aluminum production have caused aluminum recycling to increase. Obsolete aircraft are a valuable source of aluminum scrap ... -
The economic and political significance of Russia's RBMK reactors
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2017)The safety of continued operations of Russian Raktor Bolshoy Moshchnosti Kanalnyy (RBMK) reactors is often questioned. The original RBMK design was riddled with deficiencies in its shutdown procedures resulting in unsafe ... -
An economic development policy for Cambridge: employment and stability.
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Economic effects of multi-project management
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2004)This thesis discusses various approaches to project management. In particular, it focuses on the effects of functional and project coordination when inter-project interactions exist. Various organizational structures and ... -
Economic feasibility of bagasse charcoal in Haiti
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2005)The economics of implementing bagasse-based charcoal manufacturing in Haiti was investigated. From these main inputs, three different manufacturing economic scenarios were modeled using a simple, dynamic excel spreadsheet. ... -
An economic history of five midwestern railroads.
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1977) -
An economic study of the property of the Tide Water Trap Rock Company at Branford, Conn.
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1904) -
Economics of composite material manufacturing equipment
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2000)Composite materials are used for products needing high strength-to-weight ratios and good corrosion resistance. For these materials, various composite manufacturing processes have been developed such as Automated Tow ... -
The economics of inland waterway transportation,
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Eddie : a play in one act
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1971) -
Eden Creek
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2023-06)“Eden Creek” is the first four chapters of a fictional drama and supernatural horror following the story of a protagonist, August, as she reconnects with an old friend and explores the town of Eden Creek. The chapters ...