A5083526451- Risk and Safety Analysis
- Occupational Health and Safety Research
- Engineering Education and Curriculum Development
- Engineering Education and Pedagogy
- Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Quality and Supply Management
- Sleep and Work-Related Fatigue
- Experimental Learning in Engineering
- Technology Assessment and Management
- Quality and Safety in Healthcare
- Online and Blended Learning
- solar cell performance optimization
- Sleep and related disorders
- Effects of Vibration on Health
- Sleep and Wakefulness Research
- Healthcare Operations and Scheduling Optimization
- Disaster Management and Resilience
- Human-Automation Interaction and Safety
- Career Development and Diversity
- Thermal Radiation and Cooling Technologies
- Reinforcement Learning in Robotics
- Occupational Health and Performance
- Higher Education and Employability
- Infrastructure Resilience and Vulnerability Analysis
- Personal Information Management and User Behavior
Missouri University of Science and Technology
2013-2024
University of Michigan
2020-2024
University of Missouri
2015-2020
Center for Excellence in Education
2020
Kettering University
2020
University of Science and Technology
2015-2020
Florida International University
2020
Purdue University West Lafayette
2020
University of Colorado Denver
2015
Middle Georgia State College
2015
An InGaAs monolithic interconnected module (MIM) using reflective spectral control has been fabricated and measured in a thermophotovoltaic radiator/module system (radiator, optical cavity, module). Results showed that at radiator temperature of 1039/spl deg/C 25/spl deg/C, respectively, 23.6% radiant heat conversion efficiency 0.79W/cm/sup 2/ maximum power density were obtained. The use increased the thus by /spl sim/16% (relative). However, amount useful radiation reaching MIM decreased...
:Research examining quality management has focused primarily on manufacturing organizations with specific attention directed toward organizational employees. Many in the field of believe that is key for a successful program, yet effects leadership styles performance have not been determined. In this study, within transformational, transactional and non-transactional classifications are evaluated relative to organization's based criteria from Baldrige Quality Award. Results indicate does an...
The application of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) technology to bridges can provide performance enhancements at a time when there is large and growing need replace aging in the United States. However, construction costs are significantly higher than with traditional methods, it not clear if this become competitive standard short-span bridge market. This study investigates current future determine how cost likely become, taking into account expected improvements manufacturing, transport,...
When selecting a respirator, it is important to understand how employees' motor, visual and cognitive abilities are impacted by the personal protective equipment. This study compares dust, powered-air-purifying full-face, negative-pressure respirators. Thirty participants performed three varied tasks. Each participant each task without respirator while wearing types. The tasks included hand tool dexterity test, Motor-Free Visual Perception Test Serial Sevens evaluate fine performance,...
Women have made substantial employment gains in business, law, medicine, and behavioral sciences during the past generation, but there has not been a corresponding increase number of women engineers. Explanations for slow progress engineering fields often assume that do same level mathematical or visual-spatial skills as men, yet decades research produced solid support this assumption. This study presents results campus survey indicating many men students negative attitudes toward women, are...
Knowledge management systems are key for capturing, retaining, and communicating results from projects presenting information to staff. The purpose of a knowledge system is tap into the vast wisdom experts across an organization. This research focuses on within Veterans Health Administration that was developed as repository continuous improvement tools such flowcharts, value stream mapping, 5S, application these in healthcare projects. use social network analysis gamification improves...
The details of MOCVD growth lattice-matched (0.74 eV) and lattice-mismatched (0.55 eV 0.6 InGaAs-based thermophotovoltaic (TPV) devices on InP substrates are discussed. optimization conditions, structural parameters run-to-run consistency have played a key role in the development high quality TPV devices, particularly materials.
:Managers seeking to assess risk within complex systems face enormous challenges. They must identify a seemingly endless number of risks and develop contingency plans accordingly. This study explores the strengths limitations two categories assessment tools: product techniques including Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) Risk in Early Design (RED) process techniques, such as Layer Protection (LOPA) Swiss Cheese Model (SCM). A NASA case is used evaluate these models. The considers January,...
Given that healthcare costs in the U.S. continue to climb, engineering managers can help address this situation by identifying designs for cost savings. Using discrete-event simulation, layout of four different clinic scenarios considered a redesign program named Patient Aligned Care Teams were studied. Model 1 is an existing many clinics and 2 staff-centered, while Models 3 4 provide additional space including common hallway(s). Our main conclusion reduces patient travel distances average...
Abstract:Abstract:Lean enterprise, six sigma, and other productivity improvement techniques use continuous improvement; however, it appears is haphazardly applied or even lacking in companies, especially across the supply chain. This research identifies key characteristics regard to leadership, learning, collaborating that need be executed more effectively.This was conducted among a population of 174 different automotive companies nine industries. Only 7.1% with less than 100 249 employees...
Purpose This paper aims to provide a preliminary systemic portrayal of risk relationships in the context critical infrastructures (CIs) during disasters and assess adequacy Hyogo Framework addressing such resultant cascading effects. Design/methodology/approach Using systems thinking approach, this study views CIs as complex operating broader societies disaster conditions. causal loop diagramming technique, across large number variables are mapped capture pathways for effects CIs....
:Scheduling planned maintenance activities is key to the success of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) in reducing mean and variability production lead time. Most existing maintenance-scheduling models are risk-neutral, striving control long-run costs. Some variance-penalizing, addressing both average cost variance. Neither addresses budget constraints. We present two that use semi-variance combined with simultaneously optimize respect costs short-term budgets. The first model, geared for...
Abstract This research provides engineering educators analytical evidence as to the effectiveness of Internet‐based course instruction. The examined University Missouri‐Rolla's Advanced Production and Operations Management course, with a focus on determining education tools used. Over 100 students in five classes one traditional, in‐class control group were given three sets surveys, learning style assessments, pre‐test, final examination. Multiple conclusions drawn from this study based...
Several events on university campuses in recent years have raised awareness about the importance of effective mass emergencies notification systems (MNS). These are developed to deliver critical information during life threatening events. Congress created a grant program specific for purchasing technology. When system is place an individual or group individuals can send out prerecorded messages customized any all system's various lists. Message delivery be sent using text messaging, e-mail,...
Purpose As healthcare continues to become more expensive and complex, considering the voice of patient in design operation practices is important. Wound care rural scenarios pose additional complexities for providers patients. This study sought identify key determinants service quality wound care. Design/methodology/approach Patients at care/ostomy clinic (WOC) a hospital were surveyed using Kano model. The model enables categorization attributes based on attributes' contribution subject's...
Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Session 2542 Effectiveness On-Line Graduate Engineering Management Course Rosemarie M. Evans, Madison Daily, PhD, Susan L. Murray; P.E. Department University Missouri - Rolla In the summer 1997, Missouri- Rolla's (UMR) began offering its Internet-based graduate level course. This course, Advanced Production Management, was designed to utilize a combination tools, such as EMail Chat...