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Improved long‐span bridge modeling using data‐driven identification of vehicle‐induced vibrations
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020-06)The paper introduces a procedure to automatically identify key vehicle characteristics from vibrations data collected on a suspension bridge. The primary goal is to apply a model of the dynamic displacement response of a ... -
Improved Machine Learning-Based Predictive Models for Breast Cancer Diagnosis
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022-03)Breast cancer death rates are higher than any other cancer in American women. Machine learning-based predictive models promise earlier detection techniques for breast cancer diagnosis. However, making an evaluation for ... -
Improved pH-Responsive Release of Phenformin from Low-Defect Graphene Compared to Graphene Oxide
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-09)Graphene-based drug carriers provide a promising addition to current cancer drug delivery options. Increased accessibility of high-quality graphene made by plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PE-CVD) makes it an ... -
Improved understanding of how risk science can and have contributed to road constructions: A case study concerning Rv13 from Rødsliane to Lovraeide.
(Master thesis, 2022)This paper is about getting an improved understanding of how the risk science have contributed to road construction. The paper is a master’s thesis that build on a case study about Rv13 from Lovraeide to Rødsliane. The ... -
Improved Well Design with Risk and Uncertainty Analysis
(PhD thesis UiS;242, Doctoral thesis, 2015-01-16)Uncertainty and associated risk assessment are frequently applied in many disciplines such as engineering, medicine and economics. Yet this study is limited to a quantitative uncertainty analysis with respect to well design, ... -
Improved Wind Power Estimation Method for O&M of Offshore Wind Farm
(Master thesis, 2021)Offshore wind is a rapidly maturing renewable energy technology that is poised to play an important role in future energy systems. In 2018, offshore wind provided a tiny fraction of global electricity supply, but it is set ... -
Improvement in Efficiency of Pressure Testing in HVAC-systems
(Bachelor thesis, 2022)The successfulness of this thesis relies on proposing a new method of pressure testing, sometimes called leak testing. This method surpasses the existing industrial practice for pressure testing. When deriving a new method, ... -
Improvement in polymer water flooding efficiency using a low shear choke valve
(Masteroppgave/UIS-TN-IMN/2013;, Master thesis, 2013)Primary and secondary oil depletion only recovers 20 – 50 % original oil in place (OOIP), so large amount of oil is still trapped in the reservoir after conventional processes. To recover more oil, tertiary methods are ... -
Improvement of efficiency of a coaxial octodrone
(Bachelor thesis, 2021)The goal of this thesis is to find the optimal coaxial configuration for Nordic Unmanned´s drone Staaker BG200. Research has shown that the parameters propeller spacing and diameter, are factors that have the greatest ... -
Improvement of efficiency of a coaxial octodrone
(Bachelor thesis, 2021)The goal of this thesis is to find the optimal coaxial configuration for Nordic Unmanned ́s drone Staaker BG200. Research has shown that the parameters propeller spacing and diameter, are factors that have the greatest ... -
Improvement of volumetric sweep efficiency during oil production using ECO-clay
(Master thesis, 2023)Excess water production during oil production is a big challenge that may affect the economics and environmental concerns. Different methods have been developed to reduce water production and improve the efficiency of oil ... -
Improvements for the workflow interoperability between BIM and FEM tools
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019)Transferring models, developed using Building Information Modelling (BIM), to Finite Element Method (FEM) tools is an important task in the integration of structural engineering into the open BIM workflow. Such integration ... -
Improving ambulance coverage in a mixed urban-rural region in Norway using mathematical modeling
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019-04)Background Ambulance services play a crucial role in providing pre-hospital emergency care. In order to ensure quick responses, the location of the bases, and the distribution of available ambulances among these bases, ... -
Improving and evaluating methods of the analysis of microplastics from environmental samples
(Masteroppgave/UIS-TN-IKBM/2019;, Master thesis, 2019-06-15)The objective of this thesis was to improve the methodology in the studies of the microplastics (MPs) in the laboratory and from environmental samples. The main application for this purpose was by the use of a quality ... -
Improving BOD removal at SNJ wastewater treatment plant by biological treatment
(Masteroppgave/UIS-TN-IMN/2010;, Master thesis, 2010)SNJ uses chemical precipitation method to treat domestic wastewater. With regard to organic removal requirement; chemical treatment alone does not seem to be sufficient at SNJ/IVAR wastewater plant. This thesis is to assess ... -
Improving BOD removal at SNJ wastewater treatment plant by biological treatment at low temperature
(Masteroppgave/UIS-TN-IMN/2010;, Master thesis, 2010)Nowadays, the use of microorganisms in wastewater handling known as ‘biological treatment’ becomes more and more popular. Better results can be achieved with this process. SNJ, one of the biggest chemical wastewater ... -
Improving collaboration between professionals supporting mentally ill offenders
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017-02)Purpose Interprofessional collaboration is necessary when supporting mentally ill offenders but little is understood of these interactions. This paper explores prison officers’ perceptions of current and desirable levels ... -
Improving Data Availability in Decentralized Storage Systems
(PhD thesis UiS;, Doctoral thesis, 2023)Preserving knowledge for future generations has been a primary concern for humanity since the dawn of civilization. State-of-the-art methods have included stone carvings, papyrus scrolls, and paper books. With each advance ... -
Improving distribution system state estimation with synthetic measurements
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021)Distribution state estimation is a desired feature of modern power systems. The availability of measurements from smart meters has opened the door to extend the application of state estimation techniques down to end ... -
Improving drilling hydraulics estimations ‑ a case study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-06)Accurate pressure drop estimation is important for drill string and bit nozzles design and optimized fluid circulations as well as identifying the drilling problems such as bit nozzle(s) washout or plugging. In this study, ...