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Transmission of matrilineal/matriarchal society in ethnic American and in fantasy literature
Title
Transmission of matrilineal/matriarchal society in ethnic American and in fantasy literature.
Creator
Watterson, Dama Scott., Florida Atlantic University, Collins, Robert A.
Abstract/Description
Maya Angelou uses an autobiographical form in I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings to portray her childhood. The lessons she acquires as a child are depicted in positive scenes between her and her grandmother and other female figures in her life. Likewise, Maxine Hong Kingston portrays, in an arguably autobiographical form, her life lessons in Woman Warrior. She aligns herself matrilineally with her female ancestors and heritage. Struggles between her American self and the Chinese heritage her...
Show moreMaya Angelou uses an autobiographical form in I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings to portray her childhood. The lessons she acquires as a child are depicted in positive scenes between her and her grandmother and other female figures in her life. Likewise, Maxine Hong Kingston portrays, in an arguably autobiographical form, her life lessons in Woman Warrior. She aligns herself matrilineally with her female ancestors and heritage. Struggles between her American self and the Chinese heritage her mother speaks of become her means for finding self-definition. In contrast, Sheri S. Tepper's fantasy novel A Plague of Angels, portrays a female utopian society against a backdrop of male dominated ruin. She aligns the female protagonist with nature and ecological concerns. The turn away from society that is patriarchal and destructive is made toward a society defined in ecofeminist terms of Earth Mothers, animal rights, and the health of the environment.
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Date Issued
1999
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15679
Subject Headings
Angelou, Maya--I know why the caged bird sings, Kingston, Maxine Hong--Woman warrior, Tepper, Sheri S--Plague of angels, Women in literature
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Transmission of vibrational power in joined structures
Title
Transmission of vibrational power in joined structures.
Creator
Gibert, Thierry M., Florida Atlantic University, Cuschieri, Joseph M.
Abstract/Description
The objective of this thesis is the investigation of the transmission of vibrational power between beam-like and plate-like structures with joints using Statistical Energy Analysis (SEA) and an experimental approach. In the case of the L-shaped plate the influence of different structure parameters is investigated to determine possible ways to reduce both the transmitted power and the noise radiated by the receiver structure. The total transmitted power is measured and compared to theoretical...
Show moreThe objective of this thesis is the investigation of the transmission of vibrational power between beam-like and plate-like structures with joints using Statistical Energy Analysis (SEA) and an experimental approach. In the case of the L-shaped plate the influence of different structure parameters is investigated to determine possible ways to reduce both the transmitted power and the noise radiated by the receiver structure. The total transmitted power is measured and compared to theoretical predictions. Also power maps are generated which show the transmission of vibrational power from the source beam to the receiver beam. In the power flow measurements three different techniques are implemented with similar results which all match the analytical results.
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Date Issued
1988
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/14436
Subject Headings
Vibration, Power transmission
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Document (PDF)
TRANSMISSION-LINE-MATRIX MODELING OF INHOMOGENEOUS RECTANGULAR WAVEGUIDES AND CAVITIES
Title
TRANSMISSION-LINE-MATRIX MODELING OF INHOMOGENEOUS RECTANGULAR WAVEGUIDES AND CAVITIES.
Creator
Agba, Lawrence C., Florida Atlantic University, Sadiku, Matthew
Abstract/Description
Fortran algorithms were developed to analyze inhomogeneous rectangular waveguides and cavities using the method of transmission-line-matrix. These algorithms were used specifically to determine the field components, impedances, modes, and power decay rates. The computations were done in one, two or three space dimensions and time. Results obtained were compared with analytical results, where possible. In general, the results were found to be in better agreement with the analytical results...
Show moreFortran algorithms were developed to analyze inhomogeneous rectangular waveguides and cavities using the method of transmission-line-matrix. These algorithms were used specifically to determine the field components, impedances, modes, and power decay rates. The computations were done in one, two or three space dimensions and time. Results obtained were compared with analytical results, where possible. In general, the results were found to be in better agreement with the analytical results than the results obtained using other numerical method.
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Date Issued
1987
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/14378
Subject Headings
Electromagnetic waves--Mathematical models
Format
Document (PDF)
Transmitter-receiver system for time average fourier telescopy
Title
Transmitter-receiver system for time average fourier telescopy.
Creator
Pava, Diego F., Rhodes, William T., Florida Atlantic University, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Computer and Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Abstract/Description
Time Average Fourier Telescopy (TAFT) has been proposed as a means for obtaining high-resolution, diffraction-limited images over large distances through ground-level horizontal-path atmospheric turbulence. Image data is collected in the spatial-frequency, or Fourier, domain by means of Fourier Telescopy; an inverse two dimensional Fourier transform yields the actual image. TAFT requires active illumination of the distant object by moving interference fringe patterns. Light reflected from the...
Show moreTime Average Fourier Telescopy (TAFT) has been proposed as a means for obtaining high-resolution, diffraction-limited images over large distances through ground-level horizontal-path atmospheric turbulence. Image data is collected in the spatial-frequency, or Fourier, domain by means of Fourier Telescopy; an inverse two dimensional Fourier transform yields the actual image. TAFT requires active illumination of the distant object by moving interference fringe patterns. Light reflected from the object is collected by a “light-bucket” detector, and the resulting electrical signal is digitized and subjected to a series of signal processing operations, including an all-critical averaging of the amplitude and phase of a number of narrow-band signals.
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Date Issued
2014
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004314
Subject Headings
Digital communications, Fourier analysis, Fourier integral operators, Interconnects (Integrated circuit technology), Radio -- Transmitter receivers -- Design and construction, Spread spectrum communications, Wireless sensor networks
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Document (PDF)
Transmutations, Transmigrations
Title
Transmutations, Transmigrations.
Creator
Brasseaux, Brandon C., Schwartz, Jason, Florida Atlantic University
Abstract/Description
The thesis proposed for my M.F.A in creative writing is a collection of vignette-length short stories with each story intended to be a self-standing narrative. Each short story in this collection will be dissimilar in narrative structure and contain characters of various age, gender, ethnicity, and geographies which do not intermix with the other stories. However, language style, mood, and tone will subtly overlap to provide glue, suggesting a kaleidoscopic whole. Thematically, the stories...
Show moreThe thesis proposed for my M.F.A in creative writing is a collection of vignette-length short stories with each story intended to be a self-standing narrative. Each short story in this collection will be dissimilar in narrative structure and contain characters of various age, gender, ethnicity, and geographies which do not intermix with the other stories. However, language style, mood, and tone will subtly overlap to provide glue, suggesting a kaleidoscopic whole. Thematically, the stories deal with a pattern of threshold moments: coming to terms with disillusionment, substance addiction, death, moral ambiguity, and futility.
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Date Issued
2008
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00000899
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Transnational Islamism and political moderation: a comparative analysis of Egypt and Morocco
Title
Transnational Islamism and political moderation: a comparative analysis of Egypt and Morocco.
Creator
Salem, Yasmin, Shaykhutdinov, Renat, Florida Atlantic University, Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, Department of Political Science
Abstract/Description
This dissertation examines how transnationalism can affect Islamists’ moderation in both Egypt and Morocco. In this dissertation, I do an in-depth comparative case study analysis to assess the prospects of moderation of two Islamists political entities, the Muslim Brotherhood as a transnational social movement and the Morocco Party of Justice and Development (JDP), which has no transnational ties. Both the Muslim Brotherhood and PJD came to power after the Arab uprising in 2011 and were key...
Show moreThis dissertation examines how transnationalism can affect Islamists’ moderation in both Egypt and Morocco. In this dissertation, I do an in-depth comparative case study analysis to assess the prospects of moderation of two Islamists political entities, the Muslim Brotherhood as a transnational social movement and the Morocco Party of Justice and Development (JDP), which has no transnational ties. Both the Muslim Brotherhood and PJD came to power after the Arab uprising in 2011 and were key players in the democratic transitions in both countries; however, the entities are not related. Further, the dissertation will explore the moderation level of the Muslim Brotherhood and PJD. Current literature on Islamists and moderation theory focuses on political inclusion, political learning and repression as factors that would affect the moderation of an Islamist group. Looking at Islamists as a transnational social movement is a new aspect in the study of Islamism.
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Date Issued
2015
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004406, http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004406
Subject Headings
Egypt -- Politics and government -- 21st century, Islam and politics -- Egypt, Islam and politics -- Morocco, Islam and state -- Egypt, Islam and state -- Morocco, Morocco -- Politics and government -- 21st century, Political parties -- Islamic countries, Transnationalism
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Transparency and visibility of gelatinous zooplankton from the northwestern Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico
Title
Transparency and visibility of gelatinous zooplankton from the northwestern Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico.
Creator
Johnsen, Sonke, Widder, Edith A., Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued
1998
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/3171569
Subject Headings
Zooplankton, Zooplankton --Atlantic coast (U.S.), Marine zooplankton --Atlantic Ocean, Marine zooplankton --Greenland, Marine biology
Format
Document (PDF)
Transparent animals
Title
Transparent animals.
Creator
Johnsen, Sonke, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued
2000
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007156
Subject Headings
Transparency, Transparent, Marine animals
Format
Document (PDF)
Transplanting and survival of the seagrass Halodule wrightii under controlled conditions
Title
Transplanting and survival of the seagrass Halodule wrightii under controlled conditions.
Creator
Zimmermann, Carl F., French, T. D., Montgomery, John R., Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued
1981
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/3340747
Subject Headings
Seagrasses, Seagrass restoration, Naphthaleneacetic acid, Transplanting (Plant culture)
Format
Document (PDF)
Transport across the western boundary of Florida Bay
Title
Transport across the western boundary of Florida Bay.
Creator
Smith, Ned P.
Date Issued
2000
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/3174456
Subject Headings
Florida Bay (Fla.), Ocean circulation, Ocean currents
Format
Document (PDF)
Transport and dispersion of fire extinguishing agents downstream from clutter elements of aircraft engine nacelles
Title
Transport and dispersion of fire extinguishing agents downstream from clutter elements of aircraft engine nacelles.
Creator
Zbeeb, Khaled., College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Ocean and Mechanical Engineering
Abstract/Description
The combination of highly turbulent airflow, flammable fluids, and numerous ignition sources makes aircraft engine nacelles a difficult fire zone to protect. Better understanding of nacelle air flow and how it influences the spread of fires and fire extinguishing agents is needed to improve the efficiency of fire suppression. The first objective was to establish a CFD model for a flow field test section to analyze the transport and dispersion of fire extinguishing agents in the presence of...
Show moreThe combination of highly turbulent airflow, flammable fluids, and numerous ignition sources makes aircraft engine nacelles a difficult fire zone to protect. Better understanding of nacelle air flow and how it influences the spread of fires and fire extinguishing agents is needed to improve the efficiency of fire suppression. The first objective was to establish a CFD model for a flow field test section to analyze the transport and dispersion of fire extinguishing agents in the presence of various clutter elements. To validate the use of the CFD model, the simulation results of the CFD model were compared to the experimental data and they show an agreement with the experimental data. The second objective was to present parametric studies to show the effects of the coflow speed, turbulence intensity and agent droplet size on the transport and dispersion of the agent particles downstream from the clutter elements.
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Date Issued
2009
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/186687
Subject Headings
Airplanes, Nacelles, Safety measures, Airplanes, Fires and fire prevention, Fire extinguishing agents, Testing, Airplanes, Fluid dynamics, Mathematical models
Format
Document (PDF)
TRANSPORT AND PHOTOELECTRICAL PROPERTIES OF GALLIUM-ARSENIDE CONTAINING DEEP ACCEPTORS
Title
TRANSPORT AND PHOTOELECTRICAL PROPERTIES OF GALLIUM-ARSENIDE CONTAINING DEEP ACCEPTORS.
Creator
BROWN, WINFIELD JAMES, JR., Florida Atlantic University, Blakemore, John S.
Abstract/Description
Analysis of Hall effect and optical measurements shows that nickel, cobalt, and manganese form deep compact acceptors in Gallium Arsenide, with activation energies of 0.20 eV, 0.16 eV, and 0.09 eV respectively. In all three systems the carrier transport is due to free holes in the valence band. The hole mobility appears to be limited by non-polar scattering at high temperatures and by ionized impurity scattering at lower temperatures. At low temperatures impurity band conduction was apparent...
Show moreAnalysis of Hall effect and optical measurements shows that nickel, cobalt, and manganese form deep compact acceptors in Gallium Arsenide, with activation energies of 0.20 eV, 0.16 eV, and 0.09 eV respectively. In all three systems the carrier transport is due to free holes in the valence band. The hole mobility appears to be limited by non-polar scattering at high temperatures and by ionized impurity scattering at lower temperatures. At low temperatures impurity band conduction was apparent in crystals with heavy doping. The photo-absorption crosssection for manganese (which we find is lower than previously reported) and cobalt can be viewed as the sum of a Lucovsky-like delta-function potential model for photo-ionization, and smaller but recognizable contributions due to transitions of holes into the valence "split-off" band. We have observed the spectral dependence of photoconductivity in these three doped GaAs systems from the extrinsic threshold through the intrinsic peak.
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Date Issued
1971
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/13430
Subject Headings
Gallium, Photoelectricity
Format
Document (PDF)
TRANSPORT MEASUREMENTS ON SEMICONDUCTING TCNQ SALTS
Title
TRANSPORT MEASUREMENTS ON SEMICONDUCTING TCNQ SALTS.
Creator
LANE, JOHN EUGENE, Florida Atlantic University, Blakemore, John S., Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Department of Physics
Abstract/Description
This work consists mainly of two parts. First was the development of the necessary experimental techniques for measuring single crystal conductivity of anisotropic charge transfer salts. Difficulties included high impedance problems and limited size of available crystals. Cs2(TCNQ)3 was used as a test material with which to develop these techniques. An extensive investigation was undertaken to study the possibility of intrinsic and extrinsic behavior in this material. The second phase of this...
Show moreThis work consists mainly of two parts. First was the development of the necessary experimental techniques for measuring single crystal conductivity of anisotropic charge transfer salts. Difficulties included high impedance problems and limited size of available crystals. Cs2(TCNQ)3 was used as a test material with which to develop these techniques. An extensive investigation was undertaken to study the possibility of intrinsic and extrinsic behavior in this material. The second phase of this work was the study of TCNQ charge transfer salts in which the donors were structurally related pyridinium ion radicals. Four types of donors were synthesized using a methyl or benzyl substituent along with a cyano group in the 3 or 4 position of the ring. A total of eight compounds were studied including salts of the 1:1 and 1:2 stochiometry. Compaction conductivity was measured for all eight materials along with single crystal conductivity of three of the salts.
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Date Issued
1977
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/13835
Subject Headings
Charge transfer, One-dimensional conductors, Organic semiconductors, Salts--Electric properties
Format
Document (PDF)
Transport of seawater and its influence on the transverse tensile strength of unidirectional composite materials
Title
Transport of seawater and its influence on the transverse tensile strength of unidirectional composite materials.
Creator
Fichera, Maryann, Carlsson, Leif A., Florida Atlantic University, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Ocean and Mechanical Engineering
Abstract/Description
The objective of this research was to characterize the seawater transport and its effect on the transverse tensile strength of a carbon/vinylester composite. The moisture contents of neat vinylester and unidirectional carbon/vinylester composite panels immersed in seawater were monitored until saturation. A model for moisture up-take was developed based on superposition of Fickian diffusion, and Darcy’s law for capillary transport of water. Both the predicted and measured saturation times...
Show moreThe objective of this research was to characterize the seawater transport and its effect on the transverse tensile strength of a carbon/vinylester composite. The moisture contents of neat vinylester and unidirectional carbon/vinylester composite panels immersed in seawater were monitored until saturation. A model for moisture up-take was developed based on superposition of Fickian diffusion, and Darcy’s law for capillary transport of water. Both the predicted and measured saturation times increased with increasing panel size, however the diffusion model predicts much longer times while the capillary model predicts shorter time than observed experimentally. It was also found that the saturation moisture content decreased with increasing panel size. Testing of macroscopic and miniature composite transverse tensile specimens, and SEM failure inspection revealed more fiber/matrix debonding in the seawater saturated composite than the dry composite, consistent with a slightly reduced transverse tensile strength.
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Date Issued
2015
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004368, http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004368
Subject Headings
Composite materials -- Deterioration, Composite materials -- Effect of environment on, Engineering design, Marine engineering, Polymers -- Permeability, Polymetric composites -- Deterioration
Format
Document (PDF)
Transport of warm, high-salinity water to fringing reefs in the Exuma Cays, Bahamas: implications for coral bleaching
Title
Transport of warm, high-salinity water to fringing reefs in the Exuma Cays, Bahamas: implications for coral bleaching.
Creator
Pitts, Patrick A., Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued
1999
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007051
Subject Headings
Exuma (Bahamas), Salinity, Coral bleaching, Water temperature, Reefs--Bahamas
Format
Document (PDF)
Transport over a narrow shelf: Exuma Cays, Bahamas
Title
Transport over a narrow shelf: Exuma Cays, Bahamas.
Creator
Smith, Ned P.
Date Issued
2004
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/2795920
Subject Headings
Exuma Islands, Bahamas --Maps, Continental shelf, Continental shelf --Caribbean Area, Marine ecology, Ocean temperature --Caribbean Sea --Charts, diagrams, etc.
Format
Document (PDF)
Transport processes linking shelf and back reef ecosystems in the Exuma Cays, Bahamas
Title
Transport processes linking shelf and back reef ecosystems in the Exuma Cays, Bahamas.
Creator
Smith, Ned P.
Date Issued
2004
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/3171655
Subject Headings
Coral reef ecology --Research, Tides, Ocean currents, Winds, Hydrodynamics --Mathematical models
Format
Document (PDF)
Transport through Tavernier Creek: a primary flushing pathway for Northeast Florida Bay
Title
Transport through Tavernier Creek: a primary flushing pathway for Northeast Florida Bay.
Creator
Smith, Ned P.
Date Issued
2005
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/2796048
Subject Headings
Florida Bay (Fla.), Tavernier (Fla.) --Maps, Tides, Tidal currents, Salinity --Florida
Format
Document (PDF)
Transportation and development in Central Florida: The rise of Orlando in the transport hierarchy
Title
Transportation and development in Central Florida: The rise of Orlando in the transport hierarchy.
Creator
Ivy, Russell L., Falasz, M., Palimino, P.
Abstract/Description
Transportation plays a crucial role in the location and development of economic activity. Early transportation network development models discussed by Taaffe, Gauthier and O'Kelly (1996) as well as Lowe and Moryadas (1975) help to illustrate the important relationship between the two. These bodies of work clearly show that the most accessible places in a region are associated with a relatively higher level of economic buildup than those places disadvantaged by either the imposed transport...
Show moreTransportation plays a crucial role in the location and development of economic activity. Early transportation network development models discussed by Taaffe, Gauthier and O'Kelly (1996) as well as Lowe and Moryadas (1975) help to illustrate the important relationship between the two. These bodies of work clearly show that the most accessible places in a region are associated with a relatively higher level of economic buildup than those places disadvantaged by either the imposed transport network (such as being bypassed by the U.S Interstate highway system), or the lack of transport infrastructure altogether. This relationship between transportation and economic development is often considered to be a chicken-and-egg problem. In other words, does the creation of transportation arteries become an important stimulus for the attraction of economic activity, or does the presence of a potentially exploitable economic resource or comparative advantage (such as mining, agriculture, or even tourism) generate demand for the buildup of a transportation network?
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Date Issued
1997
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/3327245
Format
Document (PDF)
Transportation engineering assimilated livability planning using micro-simulation models for Southeast Florida
Title
Transportation engineering assimilated livability planning using micro-simulation models for Southeast Florida.
Creator
O’Berry, Athur Dylan, Florida Atlantic University, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering
Abstract/Description
Transportation engineering has taken upon a new role; to empower the alternative modes of travel: walking, biking, and bus transit. In this new era, engineers are rethinking a network designed predominately for the automobile. The ultimate goal of this research is to create a process that can make a vehicle dominant corridor a desirable, livable thoroughfare by livability design and context sensitive performance measures. Balancing travel modes requires an account of vehicular traffic and the...
Show moreTransportation engineering has taken upon a new role; to empower the alternative modes of travel: walking, biking, and bus transit. In this new era, engineers are rethinking a network designed predominately for the automobile. The ultimate goal of this research is to create a process that can make a vehicle dominant corridor a desirable, livable thoroughfare by livability design and context sensitive performance measures. Balancing travel modes requires an account of vehicular traffic and the impact of reconfiguring existing conditions. The analysis herein is conducted by field data collection, transportation equations and microsimulation. Simulating traffic behavior will be the means to apply livable alternatives comparable to existing Southeast Florida conditions. The results herein have shown that micro-simulation can be utilized in transportation planning to reveal good livability alternatives.
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Date Issued
2015
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004455
Subject Headings
Electronics in transportation, Traffic estimation -- Mathematical models, Transportation -- Planning -- Data processing, Transportation demand management, Transportation engineering
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