Essays about: "weight"
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21. Profitability During a Sustainability Transformation - A Case Study of a Swedish Petroleum and Biofuel Company
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionenAbstract : This report examines the financial profitability of a petroleum and biofuel company during their sustainability transformation. The case company is Preem AB, the largest fuel company in Sweden. The study finds that debt-to-equity ratios tend to increase with investments in more sustainable solutions. READ MORE
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22. Drop-weight impact tests on reinforced concrete beams
University essay from KTH/BetongbyggnadAbstract : This master's thesis aimed to investigate the behaviour of reinforced concrete beams under dynamic loading conditions, specifically focusing on understanding shear failure. The study was conducted with KTH Royal Institute of Technology, the Swedish Fortifications Agency, and Tyréns. READ MORE
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23. Thermal Conversion of Cellulose-Lignin Precursors into Carbon Fibres
University essay from Uppsala universitet/Nanoteknologi och funktionella materialAbstract : Carbon fibres are used in many applications thanks to their exceptional tensile properties in relation to their relatively low weight. These thin strands of at least 90% carbon are mixed with a matrix such as epoxy to form composites used for cars, wind turbines, prosthetics, and many other things. READ MORE
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24. The effects of weight-based waste tariff on recycling quantities
University essay from Umeå universitet/NationalekonomiAbstract : In this paper, I investigate households’ participation in recycling schemes given the pricing policy applied by the municipal waste management organisation. This study aims to provide insights into the effect financial incentive policy has on the recycling quantities of packaging materials. READ MORE
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25. Dynamic axel load estimation for an electrified vehicle : Normalkraftestimering på drivaxeln
University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för systemteknikAbstract : The brake system is critical for ensuring safe driving and has been the focus of development for many years. Pneumatic braking technology is commonly used in heavy vehicles,but it results in energy wastage and high service costs. Some countries mandate auxiliarybraking systems to assist in stopping the vehicle in addition to service brakes. READ MORE