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Learning MDP action models via discrete mixture trees

Creator:: Wynkoop, Michael S.
Abstract:: This thesis addresses the problem of learning dynamic Bayesian network (DBN) models to support reinforcement learning. It focuses on learning regression tree models of the conditional probability distributions of the DBNs. Existing algorithms presume that the stochasticity in the domain can be modeled as a deterministic function with additive noise....
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: OF Michael S. Wynkoop for the degree of Masters of Science in Computer Science presented on June 9

High Temperature Electrical Properties of Ceria-Based Ceramics for Use as Electrodes in Magnetohydrodynamic Power Generators

Creator:: Bowen, Michael S.
Abstract:: Determining the electrical properties of ceria-based materials is important for their use as electrodes in hot-wall magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) power generators with wall temperatures greater than 1500 ̊C. The electrical conductivity of a material can be used in models for predicting the performance of generator designs. More specifically, the temperature dependent...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF Michael S. Bowen for

Predicting Help-Seeking Attitudes and Intentions and Life Satisfaction of First-Generation South Asian Americans Based on Acculturation Levels, Select Demographics, and Forms of Racial Stereotyping

Creator:: Michaels, Krupali S.
Abstract:: The literature on first-generation South Asian American (SAA) mental health is limited despite the increased focus of studies on help-seeking behaviors and subjective well-being over the past decade. Therefore, we designed a web-based survey seeking to address two research questions. Research Question 1 informed Study 1 of this dissertation project:...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Evaluation of Materials for Use in Open-Cycle Magnetohydrodynamic Power Generation

Creator:: Bowen, Michael S.
Abstract:: Recent interest in oxy-fuel combustion for carbon capture, as well as advancements in technologies such as magnetics, materials, and computational modeling has sparked renewed interest in magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) power generation. The increased temperatures of oxy-fuel combustion versus air-fuel combustion poses a challenge in the selection of materials for plasma exposed...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: THE THESIS OF Michael S. Bowen for the degree of Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Characterizing novel bacterial isolates that inhibit the growth of gall-forming phytopathogenic bacteria

Creator:: Belcher, Michael S.
Abstract:: Agrobacterium tumefaciens and Rhodococcus fascians are plant pathogenic bacteria that can induce crown and leafy galls on plants, respectively. Infection by these bacteria results in disfigured, unsellable plants, leading to significant economic losses to the nursery industry. A. tumefaciens and R. fascians are capable of infecting a broad range of...
Resource Type:: Poster
Full Text:: isolates that inhibit the growth of gall-forming phytopathogenic bacteria Michael S. Belcher1, Elizabeth A

Twenty-year changes in riparian bird communities of east-central Oregon

Creator:: Ellis, Michael S.
Abstract:: Over the last 50 years, riparian zones in the semi-arid West have gained recognition as disproportionately important habitats for both breeding bird communities and agricultural operations. Despite growing interest in exploring avian-habitat relationships in these systems to better inform land management, few studies have attempted to describe temporal changes in...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Michael S. Ellis for the

The effects of clouds on transient baroclinic eddies in a Mars General Circulation Model

Creator:: Rucker, Michael S.
Abstract:: The low-level baroclinic eddy activity seen in the NASA Ames Mars General Circulation Model (MGCM) for simulations under three annual dust cycles are characterized. Simulations were conducted with both radiatively active and radiatively inert clouds (RAC and non-RAC, respectively) for 11 continuous annual cycles for each dust case. Model results...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Mars General Circulation AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Michael S. Rucker for the degree of Master

Self-evaluation of secondary school health teachers as compared to classroom student evaluation of the same teachers

Creator:: Brock, Michael S.
Abstract:: Sixteen secondary school health teachers evaluated their own course teaching performance. Students in each of these courses evaluated the same teacher and the results were compared. An adapted version of a teacher rating form developed by the School of Agriculture, Oregon State University, was used by all study participants. Teacher...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: compared to classroom student evaluation of the same teacher AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Michael Steven

The accuracy of various indirect determinations of body composition : comparison with a multicomponent criterion model

Creator:: Wegner, Michael S.
Abstract:: Accurate determinations of body composition, fat mass (FM) and fat-free mass (FFM) are of interest to scientists as well as many individuals who serve as health and fitness practitioners. Currently, researchers and practitioners use a variety of indirect methods to determine body composition. Traditional methods of estimating percent body fat...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Doctor of Philosophy dissertation of Michael S. Wegner presented on July 18,1994 APPROVED: Major

General pole number model for the brushless doubly-fed machine

Creator:: Boger, Michael S.
Abstract:: The Brush less Doubly-Fed Machine (BDFM) has the potential to be a more cost effective replacement for conventional induction or synchronous machine drives. The BDFM has two stator windings: a power winding and a control winding. An electronic power converter of variable voltage and frequency is connected to the control...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: machine AN ABSTRACT FOR THE THESIS OF Michael S. Boger for the degree of Master of Science in

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Learning MDP action models via discrete mixture trees

High Temperature Electrical Properties of Ceria-Based Ceramics for Use as Electrodes in Magnetohydrodynamic Power Generators

Predicting Help-Seeking Attitudes and Intentions and Life Satisfaction of First-Generation South Asian Americans Based on Acculturation Levels, Select Demographics, and Forms of Racial Stereotyping

Evaluation of Materials for Use in Open-Cycle Magnetohydrodynamic Power Generation

Characterizing novel bacterial isolates that inhibit the growth of gall-forming phytopathogenic bacteria

Twenty-year changes in riparian bird communities of east-central Oregon

The effects of clouds on transient baroclinic eddies in a Mars General Circulation Model

Self-evaluation of secondary school health teachers as compared to classroom student evaluation of the same teachers

The accuracy of various indirect determinations of body composition : comparison with a multicomponent criterion model

General pole number model for the brushless doubly-fed machine

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