Essays about: "durability"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 286 essays containing the word durability.

  1. 16. Swedish Concrete Roads : Performance, Damages and Rehabilitation 10-30 Years after Construction

    University essay from KTH/Betongbyggnad

    Author : Razan Haj Hussein; Wiam Ali Abdulhadi; [2023]
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    Abstract : This thesis presents a comprehensive investigation on the performance and durability of five concrete roads in Sweden focusing on the time after 2010. The studied roads include Arlanda, Falkenberg Part 1 (Heberg-Långås), Falkenberg Part 2 (Heberg-Fastarp), Eskilstuna, and Uppsala. READ MORE

  3. 17. Flood Proof Design of a Train Converter

    University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad

    Author : Arya Rabani; Basel Balta; Ammar Mesleh; [2023]
    Keywords : Flood proof; design; Material; train converter; Alstom; Bachelor s Thesis; Mechanical; Engineering; Catia v5; SimSolid;

    Abstract : The objective of this thesis is to enhance the TC1500 LAB converter, which is anelectrical train converter to be waterproof up to a height of 650 [mm] from raillevel, addressing a pressing need in railway systems. The critical components ofthe converter have been identified for consideration. READ MORE

  4. 18. Climate improved concrete structures : Possibilities in design and construction

    University essay from KTH/Betongbyggnad

    Author : Dalia Attia; Steve Kiryakos; [2023]
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    Abstract : Concrete is an important material for building a sustainable society, serving as the foundation of modern infrastructure. Concrete’s widespread adoption in both commercial and residential construction projects can be attributed to its exceptional versatility, strength, durability, and long-lasting qualities. READ MORE

  5. 19. Circularity in Outdoor Textile Brands - Examining the Integration of Brand Identity, Management Actions, and Communication Strategies for Sustainability

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Ira Schulte; Irene Ferrari; [2023]
    Keywords : Circular economy; outdoor textile brands; brand identity; communication strategy; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this research was to investigate how outdoor textile brands align their brand bdentity with their management actions and communication to become more circular. It was as a consequence explored how communication strategies of outdoor brands align with their management decision and how management actions push the transition of a brand towards more circularity. READ MORE

  6. 20. Multifunctional ice and snow repellent coatings for photovoltaic modules

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Solcellsteknik

    Author : Gunnar Sandkvist; [2023]
    Keywords : sol-gel; superhydrophobic; dip-coating; anti-reflective; silica;

    Abstract : Implementation of solar power by photovoltaic modules in cold climates, such as northern Sweden, implies several challenges. Ice and snow coverage not only leads to reduction in energy production due to shading, but it also puts equipment at risk from additional weight. READ MORE