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Evaluation of various turbulence models to predict indoor conditions in a naturally ventilated room
(2013)
In recent years, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) has
become a popular tool in building simulation. However, developing reliable CFD
models requires a high level of expertise in fluid dynamics and numerical
techniques. ...
A learning architecture for scheduling workflow applications in the cloud
(IEEE, 2011-09-15)
The scheduling of workflow applications involves the mapping of individual workflow tasks to computational resources, based on a range of functional and non-functional quality of service requirements. Workflow applications ...
Residual load development in cast in place piles - a review and a new case history
(2012)
The development of residual (or locked-in)loads in driven pre-formed piles has been investigated extensively over the past 40 years or so. In contrast, cast-in-situ piles are often erroneously assumed to be free of residual ...
A numerical study of factors affecting the performance of stone columns supporting rigid footings on soft clay
(Taylor and Francis, 2010)
The Vibro Replacement technique is now frequently used as a means of improving the bearing capacity and settlement performance of soft cohesive soils. In this paper, a parametric study using the finite element method is ...
Analysis of microtunnel jacking forces in alluvium and glacial till in Mullingar, Ireland
(2012)
The number of successful microtunnelling drives completed in Ireland is growing rapidly. However, current jacking force predictions rely on experience from the UK and beyond, often gained through work in soils with a small ...
Half-face detector for enhanced performance of flash-eye filter
(IEEE, 2013-01-12)
Red-eye and flash-eye defects in still photography continue to cause problems for digital imaging devices. New variants of flash-eye defects have appeared as cameras and cameras sub-systems get smaller in size. This paper ...
Examining the impact of neutrality on genetic algorithm population evolution
(SciTePress Digital Library, 2015-11-12)
This paper examines the introduction of neutrality as proposed by Kimura (Kimura, 1968) into the genotype-phenotype mapping of a Genetic Algorithm (GA). The paper looks at the evolution of both a simple GA (SGA) and a ...
Retrofit solutions for Irish building stock: The impact of human behaviour
(NUI Galway, 2016)
Retrofitting buildings is recognised as the most immediate, pressing, and cost effective
mechanism to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions in the building and
construction sector. It is necessary to double or ...
A genetic algorithm with a multi-layered genotype-phenotype mapping
(SciTePress Digital Library, 2010-08-24)
In this paper we investigate the introduction of a multiple-layer genotype-phenotype mapping to a Genetic Algorithm (GA) which attempts to mimic more closely, the effects of nature. The motivation for introducing multiple-layers ...