Essays about: "constructions"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 668 essays containing the word constructions.

  1. 11. Thresholds to the ancestors : An examination of south-west portals with regards to cult and symbolism

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Arkeologi

    Author : Oskar Bransell; [2023]
    Keywords : South-west portals; grave cult; ancestor worship; necromancy; doors of the dead ; Viking Age; Sydvästportar; gravkult; förfädersdyrkan; nekromanti; de dödas dörrar ; Vikingatiden;

    Abstract : This thesis examines the relevancy of south-west portals with regards to their potential usage in post-burial ritual activity with particular focus on the deposition of sacrificial offerings. South-west portals are a type of stone constructions found on the edges of mounds and stone settings in eastern central Sweden usually dating to the Viking Age (c. READ MORE

  3. 12. Optimization of a Floor Grinding Machine for Uniform Grinding Pattern

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Produktrealisering

    Author : Adithya Srikantha Dath; [2023]
    Keywords : Numerical Optimization; Floor Grinders; Grinding Pattern; Engineering Optimization; Model Based Systems; Data Analysis;

    Abstract : Husqvarna Construction is one of the leading construction machinery manufacturers in the world. To stay in the forefront, investing in novel methods to model, test & and optimize machinery is crucial. The most important part of development and testing is to bridge the gap between desired and actual results. READ MORE

  4. 13. "Well you know I almost died" : Topic Choices and Constructions of Conjoint Humour in Podcasts in Same- and Mixed-gender Groups

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för utbildning, kultur och kommunikation

    Author : Matilda Wrigsell; [2023]
    Keywords : gender; conversation analysis CA ; pragmatic force; discursive effect; humour; topic choice; podcasts;

    Abstract : This study aims to investigate topic choices of humour as well as how humour is conjointly constructed in podcasts, with particular focus on the similarities and differences between men and women in both same- and mixed-gender groups. Six podcasts were chosen to be investigated through two different methods: 1. READ MORE

  5. 14. Micro City : Reshaping the relation between industry and the inner city in Helsinki

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för arkitektur och samhällsbyggnad (ABE)

    Author : Yanghua Weng; [2023]
    Keywords : Urban Design; Obsolote Harbour Industrial Area; Renovation;

    Abstract : The project aims to reshape the relation between industry and living in the obsolete harbour area in Suvilahti, Helsinki by creating a complex community that combines the residential area and public activities with industry and production. In this way, the whole community will be able to act like a micro city with all kinds of functions and be self-sufficient in a way. READ MORE

  6. 15. PARAMETRIC STUDY FOR WALL-TO-WALL CONNECTION IN MIXED STEEL CONCRETE STRUCTURES

    University essay from KTH/Bro- och stålbyggnad

    Author : Simone De Troia; [2023]
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    Abstract : The objective of this thesis work is to study the connection between two Steel Concrete Structures (SCS) wall modules using embedded connection bars. The SCSs under investigation consist of two steel faceplates held together by tie bars, concrete is cast inside, and stress transmission between the concrete and the steel plates is provided by shear connectors as headed studs. READ MORE