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Streambed scour and redeposition behavior in streambed simulated culverts over an annual period

Creator:: Stewart, Anna
Abstract:: The objective of this study was to provide first order observations of bed level changes occurring in streambed simulated culverts throughout an annual period. To accomplish this, 30 culvert sites were selected in Oregon and Washington, and monitored over, at least, a 2 year period. Streambed scour and redeposition data...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Implications of Red Signal Countdown Timers on Visual Attention of Oregon Drivers

Creator:: Wyman, Amy A.
Abstract:: Red Signal Countdown Timers (RSCTs) are devices placed at intersections to inform drivers of the time remaining on a red indication before it turns green, typically to improve intersection efficiency. This study examines the visual attention of Oregon drivers to circular red (CR) indications with RSCTs as compared to standard...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Optimizing bonding conditions for cross laminated timber (CLT) panels using low density hybrid poplar

Creator:: Weidman, Aaron
Abstract:: Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) technology has been growing in the EU and Canada since the early 1990's and utilizes the mechanical properties of structural grade lumber to create a strong panel product for use in floor, ceiling and wall systems. The hypothesis of this project was that CLT panels made...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Influence of Texting on Driver Glance Patterns and Vehicular Lane Position on Horizontal Curves

Creator:: Ellett, Makenzie A.
Abstract:: The use of in-vehicle technologies, such as mobile phones, while driving has proliferated in recent years. Most notably, drivers are using mobile phones to send and receive text messages while operating a vehicle with increasing frequency. The act of texting while driving poses a significant threat not only to the...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Geotechnical characterization and drained shear strength of a limestone aggregate

Creator:: Knierim, Christina D.
Abstract:: Aggregate piers are a method of ground improvement used to increase the strength and bearing capacity of the native geological soils for the support of new civil infrastructure. The understanding of the bearing failure mechanism of aggregate piers remains largely unstudied. The effects of design variables in the failure mechanisms...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

The philosophies of leadership, management, and authority : how they’re different, and why we so often get it wrong

Creator:: Sundberg, Benjamin J.
Abstract:: Recent studies have shown that there is a significant amount of dissatisfaction and stress associated with finances, job security, and work. There are many health related consequences that manifest in response to this continual stress that we experience in our professional lives. These include obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol,...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Visual Search Patterns and Behavior of Left Turning Bicyclists at Roadway Intersections: A Field Study

Creator:: Burns, Patrick O.
Abstract:: This research effort considers bicyclist’s left-turn behavior at roadway intersections with varying levels of traffic control; specifically, seeking to address the question where do bicyclists look to acquire information. A demographic comparison was made to determine if factors such as gender or experience influence the nature of how a bicyclist...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Modeling and Finite Element Analysis of a Standard Concrete Canoe

Creator:: Stache, Stephanie S.
Abstract:: This thesis project provides a guiding framework for the structural analysis portion of the National Concrete Canoe Competition (NCCC). Step-by-step instructions on how to 3-dimensionally model a “standard” sized concrete canoe in AutoCAD Civil 3D, import the model into SAP2000, and proceed to analyze the canoe with the SAP2000 finite...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Finding a Place for Wood in Non-Residential Design: LEED vs. Green Globes Certification

Creator:: Henderson, Jordan M.
Abstract:: For centuries wood has served as a primary structural building material in small dwelling, large communal structures, bridges, and temporary structures. Even today wood is the dominant material in residential construction. Despite this long standing use of wood, non-residential multi-story construction in light of the green building revolution has yet...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Sustainable Design Programs in the United States and Chile

Creator:: D'Acci, Hana
Abstract:: The purpose of this thesis is to examine and compare sustainable design methods used in the United States and Chile, focusing on sustainable materials and certification programs, to see if sustainable design methods used in the United States can be implemented in Chile to further its sustainable development. Through literature...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

The Location of the Neutral Axis in Wood Beams with Multiple Knots

Creator:: Voigt, Levi R.
Abstract:: In a homogenous and isotropic material, the location of the neutral axis coincides with the location of the centroid of the beam. Wood is anisotropic, meaning that it has different properties in different directions. It is also non-homogenous, meaning that the beam exhibits different properties at different locations throughout its...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

The Effects of Debris Loading on the Performance of a Tsunami Evacuation Building for Life Safety

Creator:: Snyder, Snyder
Abstract:: In recent years, tsunami events have caused great devastation and loss of life around the globe. The coast of Oregon is highly vulnerable to a nearfield tsunami event caused by a Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake, yet lacks a clear plan for evacuation and disaster mitigation. Vertical evacuation is a proposed...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

An Examination of the Neutral Axis of Wood Beams

Creator:: Davis, Phillip M.
Abstract:: For wood beams, it is often assumed that the neutral axis is located at the centroid of the beam. The neutral axis of isotropic, homogeneous materials is located at the centroid of the material, but wood is neither isotropic nor homogeneous. The varying grain patterns and knots located throughout wood...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Selection of hotels: Is the sustainability of a building more important than its aesthetic appearance?

Creator:: Chan, Lina
Abstract:: This study explores the influence that the sustainability of hotels has on the choice of hotels. Because of recent concern about global warming and reducing energy consumption, many designers are planning sustainable buildings. But often attractiveness is sacrificed for the goal of making a building sustain in its environment. The...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Belt Usage in Oregon

Creator:: Cowgill, Brett Thomas
Abstract:: In ¬¬¬¬2009 the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Administration (FMCSA) conducted the “Safety Belt Usage by Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers Survey” for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The survey found that, nationally, 74% of commercial truck drivers wear their safety belts at all times. In the western region of...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

The Effectiveness of Red Light Cameras In Washington and Oregon

Creator:: Bradbury, Kate Elise
Abstract:: This study considered collision data for Seattle, Washington and Portland, Oregon in order to determine whether or not red light cameras are effective in reducing red light running collisions. Red light running is extremely dangerous and is a leading cause of urban automobile collisions in the United States. Red light...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Carbonation of Mid-Twentieth Century Reinforced Concrete Bridges in Oregon

Creator:: Folkestad, Jill Louise
Abstract:: Carbonation of Carbon is of concern for reinforced concrete bridges. While long-term environmental deterioration of structures is unavoidable, protective design allows a structure to fulfill its service life without any significant serviceability or strength loss due to deterioration. Understanding the process of concrete carbonation and the effect it has on...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Simple Moving Averages: A Ten-Year Test

Creator:: Wilder, Eric M.
Abstract:: The intent of this thesi s is to prove whether or not simple moving averages can be used to predict the future price performance of stocks and outperform the buy-and-hold method of investing in the stock market. The importance of this research is that if moving averages can predict future...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Strength and Composition of Willamette Valley Cob: An Earthen Building Material

Creator:: Pullen, Quinn M.
Abstract:: Cob is an earthen building material composed of sand, clay and straw. Though cob homes are presently being built in the Pacific Northwest, there is no applicable building code for this material. The purpose of this study is to establish estimates for the major engineering parameters, including both average values...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Common Factors that Affect Aesthetics in Bridge Design

Creator:: Coe, Jennifer J.
Abstract:: Aesthetics should be emphasized as much as possible in a design project without exceeding scope, budget, or schedule to satisfy the stakeholders involved. There is a rising trend of increased emphasis on aesthetics. This trend of using various techniques to help structures blend in or contribute to the surrounding environment...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Streambed scour and redeposition behavior in streambed simulated culverts over an annual period

Implications of Red Signal Countdown Timers on Visual Attention of Oregon Drivers

Optimizing bonding conditions for cross laminated timber (CLT) panels using low density hybrid poplar

Influence of Texting on Driver Glance Patterns and Vehicular Lane Position on Horizontal Curves

Geotechnical characterization and drained shear strength of a limestone aggregate

The philosophies of leadership, management, and authority : how they’re different, and why we so often get it wrong

Visual Search Patterns and Behavior of Left Turning Bicyclists at Roadway Intersections: A Field Study

Modeling and Finite Element Analysis of a Standard Concrete Canoe

Finding a Place for Wood in Non-Residential Design: LEED vs. Green Globes Certification

Sustainable Design Programs in the United States and Chile

The Location of the Neutral Axis in Wood Beams with Multiple Knots

The Effects of Debris Loading on the Performance of a Tsunami Evacuation Building for Life Safety

An Examination of the Neutral Axis of Wood Beams

Selection of hotels: Is the sustainability of a building more important than its aesthetic appearance?

Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Belt Usage in Oregon

The Effectiveness of Red Light Cameras In Washington and Oregon

Carbonation of Mid-Twentieth Century Reinforced Concrete Bridges in Oregon

Simple Moving Averages: A Ten-Year Test

Strength and Composition of Willamette Valley Cob: An Earthen Building Material

Common Factors that Affect Aesthetics in Bridge Design

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