Search for dissertations about: "Support tools"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 1060 swedish dissertations containing the words Support tools.

2. 21. Optimal Control for Energy Efficient Vehicle Propulsion : Methodology, Application, and Tools

   Author : Viktor Leek; Lars Eriksson; Jan Åslund; Giorgio Rizzoni; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY;

   Abstract : Transport is an integral part of society and one of its basic prerequisites. Society is now facing a transition as it must go from dependence on fossil fuels to sustainability. READ MORE

4. 22. Towards a learning system for process and energy industry : Enabling optimal control, diagnostics and decision support

   Author : Moksadur Rahman; Konstantinos Kyprianidis; Anders Avelin; Bengtsson Gunnar; Agostino Gambarotta; Mälardalens högskola; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Learning system; Supervisory system; Pulp and paper; Micro gas turbine; Process modelling; Model-based control; Diagnostics; Decision support; Anomaly detection; Fault detection; Energy- and Environmental Engineering; energi- och miljöteknik;

   Abstract : Driven by intense competition, increasing operational cost and strict environmental regulations, the modern process and energy industry needs to find the best possible way to adapt to maintain profitability. Optimization of control and operation of the industrial systems is essential to satisfy the contradicting objectives of improving product quality and process efficiency while reducing production cost and plant downtime. READ MORE

5. 23. Helpdesking : Knowing and learning in IT support practices

   Author : Ann-Charlotte Bivall; Åsa Mäkitalo; Roger Säljö; Silvia Gherardi; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; helpdesk support; knowing; sociocultural perspective; interaction analysis; collaborative work; helpdesk support; knowing; sociocultural perspective; interaction analysis; collaborative work;

   Abstract : The background of this doctoral thesis is an interest in work achievement over extended time periods in specialized and technology-infused workplaces. Globalization, digitalization and increased focus on customer services are constituent aspects that have been claimed responsible for the current changes in the way work practices and teamwork are organized. READ MORE

6. 24. Global trade, food production and ecosystem support : Making the interactions visible

   Author : Lisa Deutsch; Carl Folke; Karin Limburg; Max Troell; David Waltner-Toews; Stockholms universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; global trade; food production; ecosystem support; resilience; agriculture; ecosystem performance; food consumption; ecological footprint; indicators; aquaculture; agricultural intensification; fishmeal; vulnerability; Sweden; animal feed; critical natural capital; Terrestrial; freshwater and marine ecology; Terrestisk; limnisk och marin ekologi;

   Abstract : Modern food production is a complex, globalized system in which what we eat and how it is produced are increasingly disconnected. This thesis examines some of the ways in which global trade has changed the mix of inputs to food and feed, and how this affects food security and our perceptions of sustainability. READ MORE

7. 25. Development of Decision Support Tools for Urban Water Supply Management in Uganda

   Author : Frank Kizito; Roger Thunvik; Patrick Ogao; KTH; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Decision support systems; Participatory decision-making; Geovisualization; Non-revenue water; Geostatistics; Action research; Water engineering; Vattenteknik;

   Abstract : In this study, five real-life problem situations were used to explore the challenges of developing and implementing decision support tools for management of an urban water utility in Uganda. The study sought to explore how the degree of adoption of formal decision support tools in practice, generally perceived to be low, could be improved. READ MORE