Department of Engineering Sciences: Recent submissions
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Anvendelsesområder for 3D-printing av betongkonstruksjoner
(Master thesis, 2022)The intention of this master thesis is to investigate the application area for 3D printing of concrete in the construction industry and was written during the spring of 2022 at the University of Agder. 3D printing or ... -
Analyse av arealutnyttelse, vibrasjoner og knutepunkter i moderne trekonstruksjoner
(Master thesis, 2022)Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is a popular construction material combining good structural properties and environmental advantages. In the last decade, CLT has been playing a key role in increasing the use of timber ... -
Deep ArUco: AI/ML-based Real-Time Marker Pose Tracking
(Master thesis, 2022)Machine learning is commonly used in varoius types of machine vision. Convolutional neural network (CNN) are models that can be trained in different lighting, colors, changes and motion blur. This study generates data ... -
Hva kjennetegner et risikofylt byggeprosjekt?
(Master thesis, 2022)Risk management has been a severe tool in the construction industry for several decades. Not only in terms of health, environment and security, but profitability and viability as well. The industry is exposed for an ... -
Dimensjonering og analyse av fiberarmert polymer som armeringsstenger i plattendekke
(Master thesis, 2022)Fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) is an advanced composite which offers high capacity in tensile strength, low weight and excellent corrosion resistance. Rebars made from basalt-, glass- and carbon fibers are readily available ... -
Vibration-based structural health monitoring of a model truss bridge
(Master thesis, 2022)Vibration-based methods with accerleration sensors are playing an increasingly important role in structuctural health monitoring of modern bridges. This master thesis investigates how the change in the truss bridge’s dynamic ... -
{Development of a mobile manipulator robot kit for educational purposes
(Master thesis, 2022)This thesis focuses on designing, building, and developing a prototype of a mobile robot base for a manipulator mobile robot using the Robot Operating System (ROS) 2 as a part of a larger project conducted by the mechatronics ... -
Development of computer vision system to detect and identify flexible structures
(Master thesis, 2022)Development and implementation of end-to-end model-free 3D segmentation for industrial purposes -
Effekten av fotoreaktivering og partikkelinnhold ved UV-desinfeksjon av renset avløpsvann
(Master thesis, 2022)UV-disinfection as a treatment method is well suited for wastewater treatment plants of medium size or smaller and is an effective way to inactivate microorganisms. However, the treatment method is dependent on factors ... -
Online Calibration Of Multiple Lidars
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Forecasting of Photovoltaic Power Production
(Master thesis, 2022)Solar irradiance and temperature are some weather parameters that affect the amount of power photovoltaic cells can generate. Based on these and past power production, future production can be predicted. Knowing" future ... -
Computational Fluid Dynamics Analysis of Two Savonius-Type Ocean Current Turbines with Augmentation Techniques
(Master thesis, 2022)Ocean current turbines are one of many environmentally friendly, prospective energy sources out there, however, it is still at an embryonic stage in development. This thesis aims to build on the existing knowledge in the ... -
Kraftflytanalyse i distribusjonsnettet for å identifisere etterspørselsstyrings-scenario og integrasjon av solceller
(Master thesis, 2022)Electrification, more power-intensive technological equipment, and an exponential increase in photovoltaic systems on transformer circuits lead to changes in the load patterns of end customers. The master's thesis ... -
Grounding and Charging Strategy for Ships during Cold Ironing Operation
(Master thesis, 2022)In order to minimize the pollution that ships generate at ports, ships can be connected to the utility grid during charging, also known as shore-to-ship connection or cold ironing operation. The pollution can also be ... -
Green Hydrogen Production Through PEM Water Electrolysis Supplied by Solar and Wind Energy
(Master thesis, 2022)As the global climate crisis drives the world to move away from fossil for out energy needs to more climate friendly solutions for both energy generation and storage. A hydrogen economy is looked at as a solution for many ... -
Investigating Ammonia and Hydrogen Fuelled Solid Oxide Fuel Cells: A Study of Cell Degradation and Applications for Energy Storage
(Master thesis, 2022)For this study, an Open Flange solid oxide fuel cell setup was used to investigation degradation rate in two single cells. The two cells, while different in shape and size, consisted of an anode made of Ni/YSZ, an YSZ ... -
Analysis of the Component- and Control System Application of a Hydropower- and PV Based DC Microgrid Designed for Electrifying Land-Based Industries in Norway
(Master thesis, 2022)The Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate reports that a significant share of Norway’s greenhouse gas emissions originates from burning fossil fuelsin the land-based industry. Although some electrification and ... -
Optimal integration of wind energy with a renewable based microgrid for industrial applications.
(Master thesis, 2022)Wind energy in urban environments is a rapidly developing technology influenced by the terrain specifications, local wind characteristics and urban environments such as buildings architecture. The urban terrain is more ... -
Nye muligheter med virtuelle team, hjemmekontor og samarbeidsteknologi: en kvalitativ casestudie
(Master thesis, 2022)Virtuelle team, hjemmekontor og samarbeidsteknologi har endret hvordan bedrifter kommuniserer og samhandler på, og har gitt større fleksibilitet til den ansatte. Som en følge av digitaliserte systemer og ressurser har ... -
Motion control with optimal nonlinear damping: from theory to experiment
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Optimal nonlinear damping control was recently introduced for the second-order SISO systems, showing some advantages over a classical PD feedback controller. This paper summarizes the main theoretical developments and ...