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  1. 1. Exploring the potential of low-cost sensors in the production stage of the construction industry

    University essay from Jönköping University/JTH, Byggnadsteknik och belysningsvetenskap

    Author : Aiswarya Udayakumar; Aswathi Sarkara Sidharthan; [2023]
    Keywords : low-cost sensors; temperature; humidity; construction industry;

    Abstract : The construction industry is massive but not so advanced in adapting and utilizing technology. Sensors and sensing technology are critical elements that can enhance the digitalization of the construction industry. The need for low-cost sensors is rapidly increasing as the industry steps into the construction 4.0 phase. READ MORE

  3. 2. Sustainable and affordable housing in Nairobi, Kenya : An analysis of challenges and opportunities from the perspective of key actors

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Toyah Eglin; [2023]
    Keywords : affordable housing; sustainable buildings; local implementations; bioclimatic adaptations;

    Abstract : The global urban population is projected to grow rapidly in the coming years, leading to an increase in housing demand that is not always met with adequate supply of quality housing. In the low-and middle-income context of Kenya, this gap has led to the proliferation of sub-standard housing implementations, with significant social and environmental impacts. READ MORE

  4. 3. Proactive Decarbonization in Projects - At What Price? : A Qualitative Study of Life-cycle Cost Analysis and Shadow Pricing of Carbon as Decision-making Tools

    University essay from KTH/Ledning och organisering i byggande och förvaltning

    Author : Anna Edorson; [2023]
    Keywords : Life-cycle Cost Analysis ; Shadow Pricing of Carbon ; Sustainability ; Climate Targets ; Decision-making ; Project Management ; Livscykelkostnadsanalys ; Skuggpris på koldioxid ; Hållbarhet ; Klimatmål ; Beslutsfattande ; Projektledning ;

    Abstract : As we move towards a low-carbon economy, environmental sustainability drives corporate performance and strategy to a greater extent than a decade ago. Hence, there is a growing importance among actors with long-term ownership interests to recognize climate-related issues in investment decisions. READ MORE

  5. 4. Development of a QRNG front-end for shot noise measurement : analysis of quantum shot noise originating from photodiodes

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Informationskodning

    Author : Martin Clason; [2023]
    Keywords : shot noise; quantum random number generator; photodiode; transimpedance amplifier; skottbrus; kvantslumptalsgenerator; fotodiod; transimpedansförstärkare;

    Abstract : As one of the more mature quantum technologies, quantum random number generators (QRNGs) fill an important role in producing secure and private keys for use in cryptogra- phy in e.g. quantum key distribution (QKD) systems. Many available QRNGs are expen- sive and optical QRNGs often require complex optical setups. READ MORE

  6. 5. Platsen och byggtiden : potentialen för upplevelsevärden under järnvägsbyggande

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

    Author : Agnes Hallén; [2023]
    Keywords : byggskede; byggtid; järnväg; temporär urbanism; ; upplevelsevärden;

    Abstract : Järnvägsbyggande är ett stort ingrepp som tränger sig på i människors vardagsmiljöer. Miljöer anpassas för att genomförandet ska gå så snabbt och smidigt som möjligt. READ MORE