Essays about: "COST CONTROLS"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 67 essays containing the words COST CONTROLS.

  1. 21. Topology optimization with optimal spatially varying length scale

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Innovation

    Author : Stefan Lopar; [2020]
    Keywords : Topology optimization; Varying length scale; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Density based topology optimization has become an efficient way to design optimal complex structures with different goals, constraints and boundary conditions. To regularize the solution, density filters are utilized and is controlled by the length scale. READ MORE

  3. 22. Analysis of automated monitoring for results-based agri-environmental schemes : a case study in Baden-Württemberg

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Economics

    Author : Fredric Storkamp; [2020]
    Keywords : automation; results-based policies; species-rich grassland; transaction costs;

    Abstract : Results-based agri-environmental policies on the one side, and automation through technology, for instance in monitoring, on the other side, are two favored ways of the European Commission for a more effective and more cost-efficient Common Agricultural Policy. But how well do these two aspects go together? This thesis analyses transaction cost scenarios of current on-thespot controls and automated controls in a case example in a species rich grassland scheme in Baden-Württemberg (FAKT B3). READ MORE

  4. 23. Towards an Ethical Business Model with Artificial Intelligence

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Arvid Höjbert; Eric Mårtensson; [2020]
    Keywords : Ethical Investments; Creating Shared Value; Stakeholder Theory; Artificial Intelligence; Supply Chain Management; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this thesis is twofold. With a stakeholder perspective, the paper has the ambition of understanding why firms decide to invest in ethics. In this sense, we look at such investments both through the lens of mitigating downside risks as well as the lens of creating competitive advantage and shared value. READ MORE

  5. 24. Genetic Algorithm-based Optimization for Battery Scheduling in a Smart Distribution Grid

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Byggteknik och byggd miljö

    Author : Aquin Magnus; [2020]
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    Abstract : In recent years, with the introduction of renewable energy sources (RES) and digital technologies, grids in Europe have become smarter.This is motivated by the need to effectively use the infrastructure incases of high penetration of RES. Consumer participation is one of the important features of smart grids. READ MORE

  6. 25. Blockchain Technology in Disaster Risk Management: Transforming the Delivery of Emergency Relief

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Riskhantering och Samhällssäkerhet

    Author : Carolina Källner; [2019]
    Keywords : blockchain technology; cash-based transfers; emergency relief; humanitarian aid; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Persisting challenges such as corruption and a lack of coordination among humanitarian organisations continuously lead to almost a third of all development assistance not reaching those in need. As various attempts of solving this dilemma have not been successful, an innovative approach is required. READ MORE