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    • Neural Networks as a Convex Problem 

      Khalil, Baha (2016-09)
      We reformulated the problem of training the neural networks model into a convex optimization problem by performing a local quadratic expansion of the cost function and adding the necessary constraints. We designed a new ...

    • Neuro-Linguistic Programming in the ESL Classroom in the UAE 

      Prakharenka, Natallia (2023-11)
      Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) is a practical approach to language learning and teaching that focuses on understanding the thought and behavior patterns underlying communication and skill acquisition (Day, 2008). Despite ...

    • Neuro-Wavelet Based Islanding Detection Technique 

      Fayyad, Yara (2010-05)
      Integrating distributed generator into the existing distribution network is predicted to play an important role in the near future. Distributed generators, specifically renewable energy technologies, such as photovoltaic, ...

    • A new characterization of periodic oscillations in periodic difference equations 

      Al-Salman, Ahmad; Al-Sharawi, Ziyad (Elsevier, 2011-11)
      In this paper, we characterize periodic solutions of p-periodic difference equations. We classify the periods into multiples of p and nonmultiples of p. We show that the elements of the set of multiples of p follow the ...

    • A New Data-Based Dust Estimation Unit for PV Panels 

      Shaaban, Mostafa; AlArif, Amal AbdulAziz; Mokhtar, Mohamed; Tariq, Usman; Osman, Ahmed; Al-Ali, A. R. (MDPI, 2020)
      Solar photovoltaic (PV) is playing a major role in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) smart grid infrastructure. However, one of the challenges facing PV-based energy systems is the dust accumulation on solar panels. Dust ...

    • A New Extension of Generalized Exponential Distribution with Application to Ozone Data 

      Dey, Sanku; Alzaatreh, Ayman; Zhang, Chunfang; Kumar, Devendra (Taylor & Francis, 2017)
      In this article, a new distribution, called transformed Generalized Exponential Distribution () is proposed. The distribution has simple closed forms pdf and cdf. Several properties of the distribution are studied including ...

    • The New Generation of Students: How colleges can recruit, teach, and serve Gen Z 

      Selingo, Jeffrey J. (The Chronicle of Higher Education, 2018)
      This Chronicle report draws on demographic trends, surveys, front-line observations, and an expanding array of Gen Z books and experts to introduce the new generation to campus leaders. Details are still emerging, but Gen ...

    • A new method to improve the lifetime stability of small molecule bilayer heterojunction organic solar cells 

      AL-Amar, Mohammad M.; Hamam, Khalil; Mezei, Gellert; Guda, Ramakrishna; Hamdan, Nasser; Burns, Clement A. (2013-02)
      Unencapsulated small molecular solar cells with a layer of carboxylated copper phthalocyanine (CuPc⁎) introduced between the donor copper phthalocyanine (CuPc) and acceptor 3,4,9,10-perylene tetracarboxylic dianhydride ...

    • Next Generation 10 Gb/s RZ Optical Transmitters 

      Al Houli, Amira Mohamed (2004-05)
      We propose an alternate chirp RZ optical transmitter that provides telecommunication carriers with a cost effective solution for upgrading the existing 2.5 Gb/s fiber links to 10 Gb/s. The performance of the proposed ...

    • Nitinol Stents: A Finite Element Analysis of their Interaction with the Wall of Blood Vessels 

      Saib, Mohammad Zubeir Allum (2023-12)
      The recent decades have seen huge improvements in stent implantation in arteries affected by atherosclerosis. The latter entails the partial blocking or complete occlusion of the lumen. Self-expandable stents are being ...

    • Non-Destructive Water Leak Detection Using Multitemporal Infrared Thermography 

      Yahia, Mohamed; Gawai, Rahul; Ali, Tarig; Mortula, Maruf; Albasha, Lutfi; Landolsi, Taha (IEEE, 2021)
      Waterleakage detection and localization in distribution networks pipelines is a challenge for utility companies. For this purpose, thermal Infrared Radiation (IR) techniques have been widely applied in the literature. ...

    • Non-Linear Finite Element Analysis of Steel Base Plates on Leveling Nuts 

      Kayani, Abdul Wahab (2012-01)
      Base plates are used to connect structural members to their foundations. They are routinely used in cantilevered structures supporting traffic utilities like overhead cantilevered direction signboards, traffic signals, ...

    • Non-Linear Modeling and Control of Unmanned Air Vehicle 

      Ramezani, Roozbeh Falah (2012-05)
      The aim of this thesis is to design and simulate a Dynamic Inversion based autopilot for a fixed wing aircraft. The autopilot provides the aircraft motion stability by commanding the different aircraft control surfaces and ...

    • Non-Linear Profile Monitoring Using Artificial Neural Network Fault Detection 

      Mohamed, Ahmed Fares (2018-04)
      In today’s world, the development of technology and industrial systems is becoming much more complex with the ever-demanding need for higher quality. Anomaly detection is the characterization of a normal behavior of a ...

    • Non-Viral Gene Transfection with Ultrasound: Is 100% Transfection Possible? 

      Pitt, William G.; Jack, Daniel R.; Husseini, Ghaleb; Memmott, Brett V. (American Scientific Publishers, 2012)
      Ultrasound has been used as a modality to enhance the transfection of cells, purportedly via entry of genetic material through defects in the cell membrane produced by bubble cavitation events. A mathematical model was ...

    • Nonlinear Adaptive Control of Quadrotor 

      Emran, Bara Jamal (2014-02)
      In this research, nonlinear and adaptive controls of quadrotors are designed. The system is considered as an under-actuated system, which has six degrees of freedom (DOF) and four actuators. In addition, a nonlinear model ...

    • Nonlinear Analysis of Electrically-coupled Microbeams under Mechanical Shock 

      Ahmed, Moustafa Adel Sayed (2018-04)
      This work presents a theoretical investigation of the dynamic response of electrically-coupled microcantilever beams under the combined effect of squeeze-film damping and mechanical shock for MEMS applications. Several ...

    • Nonlinear Bending and Snapthrough Response of Doubly Curved Laminated Shells 

      Aminipour, Hooman (2021-04)
      Shell structures made up of conventional fiber reinforced composite (FRC) laminates find many applications in engineering fields. In contrary to plate structures, shells exhibit two stable equilibrium configurations. Due ...

    • Nonlinear FEA of Soil-Structure-Interaction Effects on RC Shear-Wall Structures 

      Saadi, Dina (2018-05)
      Considering Soil-Structure-Interaction (SSI) is essential when evaluating the structural system’s response as it can unveil behaviors that are otherwise not accounted for in fixed-base (FB) systems. Nonlinear Finite Element ...

    • Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis of Steel Shear Walls with Perforations 

      Ashour, Rana (2016-01)
      The lateral load-resisting system of a building is an essential part of the structure and is critical for stability. Most reinforced concrete buildings around the world use reinforced concrete shear walls as their main ...