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The viability of Weibull analysis of small samples in process manufacturing
(University of Hertfordshire, 2002)This research deals with some Statistical Quality Control (SQC) methods, which are used in quality testing. It investigates the problem encountered with statistical process control (SPC) tools when small sample sizes are ... -
Dramatherapy Performance and Schizophrenia
(University of Hertfordshire, 2002)This research project examines the impact of therapeutic performance-making within Dramatherapy practice for clients with schizophrenia. "Dramatherapy Performance", a specific model of therapeutic work which is defined ... -
Synthesis of benzofurans and benzopyrans
(University of Hertfordshire, 2002)Syntheses of 2,3-dihydrobenzofurans and 3,4-dihydrobenzopyrans normally involve several stages, therefore efficient syntheses of these compounds are desirable. A number of 3,4-dihydrobenzopyrans derivatives were prepared ... -
The relationship between false memory and paranormal belief
(University of Hertfordshire, 2002)The thesis investigates the effects of false memory and belief in the paranormal on reports of events. The first chapter reviews the existing literature on false memory. The main theories of how false memory develops are ... -
Economical desalination processes in Qatar
(University of Hertfordshire, 2002)The limited underground water resources and the dramatic increase of fresh water consumption in Qatar forced the government to seek alternative ways to compensate for the lack of fresh water resources. Unfortunately, ... -
Design criteria and performance of gas turbines in a combined power and power (CPP) plant for electrical power generation
(University of Hertfordshire, 2002)The simple gas turbine engine Operates on the basic Joule-Brayton cycle and it is notorious for its poor thermal efficiency. Several modifications have been made to the simple cycle in order to increase its thermal efficiency ... -
A ravelled skein : the silk industry in south west Hertfordshire 1790-1890
(University of Hertfordshire, 2002)Cotton and wool have long dominated studies of the English textile industries, relegating silk manufacture to no more than a minor role in the British economy. Regional studies have likewise tended to concentrate upon ... -
How training consultants perceive their networking practices in relation to generating business
(University of Hertfordshire, 2002)This thesis explores how training consultants perceive their networking practices in relation to generating business. The literature recognises the importance of networking to gain business, yet contains little research. ... -
Leaders, followers and problem solving in organisations
(University of Hertfordshire, 2002)The distinction between management style and leadership style has been confirmed in this research by examining the working relationships between leaders and followers in 6 separate sites of a computer systems organisation. ... -
Human interaction with digital ink : legibility measurement and structural analysis
(University of Hertfordshire, 2003)Literature suggests that it is possible to design and implement pen-based computer interfaces that resemble the use of pen and paper. These interfaces appear to allow users freedom in expressing ideas and seem to be ... -
Development and application of a portable volatile organic compound analyser
(University of Hertfordshire, 2003)The subject of this PhD is the development and testing of a portable membrane inlet mass spectrometer (MIMS), for the in-situ measurement of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in air. There are several types of VOC monitor ... -
An instrument for monitoring number and mass of ambient particles in coarse, fine and ultrafine size ranges
(University of Hertfordshire, 2003)Airborne particulate matter is today recognized as an important category of air pollutants. Current air quality standards, and hence most particle instruments, are based on particle mass concentration-the European standard, ... -
Effects of nitrogen, potassium and organic matter on growth, chemical components and seed yields of IS 23585 forage sorghum cultivar
(University of Hertfordshire, 2003)Sorghum is considered to be of African origin and subsequently spread to most countries in tropical and subtropical regions. Sorghum has outstanding resistance against drought conditions. Grain and fodder from sorghum ... -
The social construction of women's trade union participation : the role of women-only courses in MSF and TGWU
(2003)Women have struggled for more than a century for equality within trade unions and various forms of separate organising have played a central role in achieving incremental gendered transformation of internal structures ... -
A requirements-based software process maturity model
(University of Hertfordshire, 2003)The requirements phase of software development is an on-going problem for the software engineering community. The many disparate recommendations and best practices found in the literature make it difficult for software ... -
Attachment and perceived parental treatment reported by siblings discordant for eating disorder pathology
(University of Hertfordshire, 2003)THESIS :- Title - Attachment and perceived parental treatment reported by sisters discordant for eating disorder pathology Hypotheses - The study tested theoretical predictions that attachment status would differ between ... -
Learning from foster carers : the experience of fostering and mental health service provision
(University of Hertfordshire, 2003)The current study used a grounded theory approach to better understand the experiences of foster carers with regards to how they understood and coped with the emotional and behavioural problems of children in their care ... -
Mechanical behaviour of self-piercing riveted aluminium joints
(University of Hertfordshire, 2003)The introduction of alternative materials and in particular aluminium alloys, for vehicle body applications has impelled the development of new joining techniques. Traditional joining methods such as spot-welding and ... -
Evaluating technology for elders : towards a measure of attitudes
(University of Hertfordshire, 2003)Technology is ubiquitous in modern day society and has the potential to enhance one's quality of life. Numerous innovative assistive technologies are designed to aid elderly people in every day activities and enable them ... -
The physicality of the self
(University of Hertfordshire, 2003)The submitted publications address aspects of 'The Physicality of the Self from a psychoanalytic perspective and in so doing extend the remit of psychoanalytic thinking. Conscious and unconscious investment of personal ...