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  1. 1. Is there a win for conservation, livelihoods and governance? : the implications of Broussonetia papyrifera as an ecological resource substitute: a field study in Uganda

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

    Author : Yasmin Stoderegger; [2018]
    Keywords : biodiversity; Broussonetia papyrifera; Mabira Central Forest Reserve; forest regeneration; community involvement; resource substitution;

    Abstract : Wood extraction and invasive species are commonly perceived as harmful for ecosystem services and detrimental for conservation efforts. However, they can also be beneficial for forests as well as for local communities. Interactions among economic, institutional and ecological factors may in some cases turn these impacts on their head. READ MORE

  3. 2. Analytical calculation model used when dimensioning timber poles used as overhead power line supports

    University essay from Karlstads universitet/Fakulteten för hälsa, natur- och teknikvetenskap (from 2013)

    Author : Christopher Ekängen; [2018]
    Keywords : Calculation model; timber poles; overhead power line;

    Abstract : Overhead power lines are more reliable and cost effective than underground cables when it comes to power transmission. The overhead power lines are often suspended above ground using timber pole supports. READ MORE

  4. 3. Computational handbook for power line engineers

    University essay from KTH/Hållfasthetslära (Avd.)

    Author : Linnea Sjöholm; [2017]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : The high voltage power network in Sweden consists mainly of overhead power lines, that is conductors suspended in the air by supports. Ideally when projecting a power line, all supports should be placed equidistantly and the conductors should be suspended at equal height. READ MORE

  5. 4. Specialsortiment på den svenska rundvirkesmarknaden : en kartläggning av virkeshandel och -mätning

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Forest Products

    Author : Johan Dietrichson; [2012]
    Keywords : Specialsortiment; virkesmätningslagen; företagsekonomi; SDC; virkesmätning;

    Abstract : Rundvirkesmarknaden i Sverige domineras av det som kallas standardsortiment. Med standardsortiment avses i princip barrsågtimmer och massaved. För dessa sortiment finns branschgemensamma kvalitetsklassningsregler som framtagits av branschens arbetsgrupper och som alla aktörer på virkesmarknaden följer. READ MORE

  6. 5. Latvian logging companies : present state and development needs

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Forest Products

    Author : Daniel Norström; Kristin Gustafsson; [2005]
    Keywords : logging; Latvia;

    Abstract : Several Swedish forestry research institutions, the Nordic Council of Forest Operations Research (NSR), the Nordic Forest Research Co-operation Committee (SNS) and the Royal Swedish Academy of Forestry and Agriculture (KSLA) in co-operation with the Nordic-Baltic Forest-Operations Network has concluded that further discussions and activities concerning Baltic forest operations need more facts regarding the present state and development needs in the Baltic forestry. This study was undertaken to begin bridging this gap by a mission given by the Swedish Institute of Forestry Research. READ MORE