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Integrated asset management and conditions analysis for building collections : a case study of the Houston Zoo
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2002)
Evaluation and improvement of a modified permeameter to characterize dual porosity media
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2002)
Seismic response of wharf structures supported in liquefiable soil
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2013)
This research analyzes the vulnerability of wharf structures supported on loose granular waterfront fills that are susceptible to liquefaction during seismic events and considers the effectiveness of pre-fabricated Vertical ...
The role of biosphere-atmosphere-ocean interactions in regulating precipitation variability over West Africa
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2000)
Multi-criteria analysis : an alternative approach for the evaluation of road pricing strategies
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2005)
Interest in road pricing among political leaders, transportation analysts, academics, and government agencies has increased in recent years. There are myriad reasons for this newfound consideration, but the deployment of ...
A nanomechanical investigation of the crack tip process zone of marble
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2010)
This study explores the interaction between crack initiation and nanomechanical properties in the crack tip process zone (zone of microcracking at the tip of a propagating crack) of a brittle geomaterial. Samples of Carrara ...
Performance indicators to evaluate the effectiveness of structural reform of the Chicago public transportation system
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2004)
This thesis anticipates the need for structural change within public transportation systems and the need for clear goals and indicators relating to structural reform to provide real time course correction and periodic ...
The role of flexibility in Configure-to-order manufacturing : a framework for managing variation
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2009)
In this paper we examine a challenge that many companies are facing: how to respond to increased variation within their manufacturing operations. I posit that the challenges posed here are addressable with tools managers ...
What kind of future for the Port of Beirut
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2002)
The purpose of my thesis is to try to determine whether the port of Beirut can take advantage of his geographical position and redefine its role as either a transshipment hub or a transit gateway. It is obvious that in the ...
Strategic decision analysis for transportation systems
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2003)
This thesis examines decision analysis methods of capital investment in transportation systems. The transportation system is a fundamental infrastructure, and requires strategic thinking in making decisions on its projects. ...