Search for dissertations about: "Alligator"

Found 3 swedish dissertations containing the word Alligator.

  2. 1. Molecular Alligator Clips: A Study of Metal-Molecule Contacts for Molecular Electronics

    Author : Anton Grigoriev; Chalmers tekniska högskola; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; nonequilibrium Green s functions; single crystal surfaces; nanostructures; chemisorption; selenium; low index single crystal surface; density functional calculations; organic molecules; sulphur; nonequilibrium electron transport; gold;

    Abstract : In this thesis we present a computational study of the elementary building blocks for molecular electronics, interconnected electronic devices with critical dimensions below 5 nm. Building electronic circuits on that scale requires stable connection between the various parts of the device and to the macroscopic metal electrodes, needed for power supply, support and integration with conventional electronics. READ MORE

  4. 2. Persistent organic pollutants and bone tissue : studies in wild and experimental animals

    Author : Rebecca Lundberg; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Bone; POPs; dioxin; DDT; PCB; pQCT; biomechanics; ALP; CTX;

    Abstract : Since the mid 1900s, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of osteoporotic-related fractures in the industrialised world. The reason for this is unknown, but there could be a link between the increased use and production of chemicals and effects on bone. READ MORE

  5. 3. Municipal street pavement maintenance and management practices in Sweden

    Author : Muhammad Amjad Afridi; Sigurdur Erlingsson; Inge Hoff; KTH; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; municipalities; street maintenance; pavement management systems; questionnaire; pavement deterioration; cold climate; performance prediction models; machine learning; random forest; pavement condition index; Building Materials; Byggnadsmaterial;

    Abstract : A well-functioning street network is pivotal in the socio-economic development of a region. Street networks not only facilitate the movement of people and goods but also allocate space for utility services. READ MORE