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Study of multi-criteria decision-making : development of a decision model to determine when to conduct nighttime construction road work

Creator:: Park, Sang-Bin
Abstract:: Many Departments of Transportation (DOTs) have done construction and maintenance work at night in order to minimize the disruption of daytime traffic, but nighttime operations produce a new set of concerns such as safety, public relations, productivity, and work quality. In addition, decision-making for using nighttime operations has been subjective...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Does the relationship with the baby's father predict breastfeeding for low-income mothers?

Creator:: Schiedel, Esther R.
Abstract:: The study hypotheses, based on sociobiology, were that the more committed and positive the parental relationship, the greater the likelihood of breastfeeding and of later weaning. Data from the Fragile Families and Child Wellbeing Study was used; sample size was 3635, and over half were African- 2merican. In a logistic...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Keyboard design deficiencies of mobile bar code scanners

Creator:: Long, Myra D.
Abstract:: The use of mobile bar code scanners is expanding to markets beyond popular manufacturing uses, such as healthcare, environmental testing and professional services. The successful interaction of users with mobile bar code scanners is of great importance from a business and technology perspective as well as from the user standpoint....
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: committee members, namely Dr. Ken Funk and Dr. Toni Doolen, I've learned a great deal from you both. I

Development and characterization of novel hydrogels for nucleus pulposus replacement

Creator:: Bader, Rebecca A.
Abstract:: Hydrogels have been proposed as candidates for nucleus pulposus replacement due to their similarity in mechanical behavior to the native tissue when subjected to transient or static loading; however, given the viscoelastic nature of soft biological tissues, the lack of dynamic testing is a significant inadequacy in the studies performed...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Lean thinking in the secondary woodproducts industry : challenges and benefits

Creator:: Czabke, Jochen
Abstract:: Due to growing global competition, especially in the last decade, the United States wood and wood-based industries have suffered significant market share losses. The wood industry in Germany is facing similar challenges. To stay competitive in an increasingly global marketplace, many wood manufacturers are adopting new management/manufacturing approaches. Lean manufacturing...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Microwave extraction of peppermint oil and comparison to the currentpractice of steam extraction

Creator:: Velasco, Carmen A.
Abstract:: The increase of diesel fuels and natural gas has increased the energy cost of the mint oil extraction industry in the Willamette Valley. In this study the energy evaluation of a distillation facility in Oregon is considered. Solvent free microwave extraction of peppermint oil is introduced as a new technique...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

An analytical methodology to support the identification and remediation of potential human fallibilities in complex human-machine systems

Creator:: Thompson, Leslie Braitsch
Abstract:: This research proposes a Human Fallibility Identification and Remediation Methodology (HFIRM) that supports the systematic identification and remediation of potential human errors. The objective of this research was to develop and test a prototype framework that supports the practical application of human factors knowledge to the analysis and design of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: that he has provided as major professor. The author also thanks Toni Doolen, Irem Tumer, and Erik

Extension of early stage failure analysis tools to Prognostics Health Management design

Creator:: Kramer, Scott
Abstract:: Modern complex mechanical systems have evolved to a point of incredible complexity. Many now operate with significant assistance from automated response functions, and some operate without human operators at all. These increasingly complex systems have also become more expensive and more ambitions in mission, bringing about higher risk to both...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Tumer: Major Advisor Dr. Toni Doolen: Committee Member Dr. Lech Muszynski: Committee Member Dr

Effects of realistic distractions and interruptions on simulated surgical task performance

Creator:: Feuerbacher, Robin L.
Abstract:: Distractions and interruptions are common occurrences in an operating room (OR), but little is known about their effects on surgical task performance. Based on human factors research, it was hypothesized that realistic distractions and interruptions in an OR would adversely impact surgical task performance. Because of the concern of patient...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Committee. Dr. Toni Doolen enlightened me about nonparametric statistics and broke down some of my

Temporary Organizations: Competition Management for Global Formula Racing

Creator:: Warmack, Michael A.
Abstract:: The Society of Automotive Engineers organizes the Formula SAE competitions annually for universities internationally to compete in a series of events. Teams compete in several dynamic tests for the vehicle’s handling, performance, and fuel economy, as well as static events that judge the team’s assumptions for cost, design, and business...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: following for their assistance and support:  Dr. Robert Paasch, Co-mentor  Dr. Toni Doolen, Co-mentor

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Study of multi-criteria decision-making : development of a decision model to determine when to conduct nighttime construction road work

Does the relationship with the baby's father predict breastfeeding for low-income mothers?

Keyboard design deficiencies of mobile bar code scanners

Development and characterization of novel hydrogels for nucleus pulposus replacement

Lean thinking in the secondary woodproducts industry : challenges and benefits

Microwave extraction of peppermint oil and comparison to the currentpractice of steam extraction

An analytical methodology to support the identification and remediation of potential human fallibilities in complex human-machine systems

Extension of early stage failure analysis tools to Prognostics Health Management design

Effects of realistic distractions and interruptions on simulated surgical task performance

Temporary Organizations: Competition Management for Global Formula Racing

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