Elektroniset väitöskirjat - Electronic doctoral dissertations

Anssi Sinervo (14.6.2013):
Effects of Slotting and Unipolar Flux on Magnetic Pull in a Two-Pole Induction Motor with an Extra Four-Pole Stator Winding.
Department of Electrical Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 77/2013.

Keywords: active control, bearingless machine, higher harmonics, homopolar flux, induction machines, rotor vibration, unbalanced magnetic pull, unipolar flux

Okko Räsänen (14.6.2013):
Studies on Unsupervised and Weakly Supervised Methods in Computational Modeling of Early Language Acquisition.
Department of Signal Processing and Acoustics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 55/2013.

Keywords: computational modeling, language acquisition, pattern discovery, speech processing, cognitive modeling, speech segmentation, unsupervised learning

Seija Kotilainen (7.6.2013):
Developing Conflict Resolution in Highway and Railway Projects – Perspective of Real Property Owner (in Finnish).
Department of Real Estate, Planning and Geoinformatics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 82/2013.

Keywords: cadastral survey, highway project, railway project, conflict, land management

Lauri Häme (31.5.2013):
Demand-Responsive Transport: Models and Algorithms.
Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 80/2013.

Keywords: demand-responsive transport, public transport, graph problems, algorithms, networks, discrete optimization, stochastic optimization, Markov decision process, economics of transportation

Jouni Mäenpää (30.5.2013):
Framework Architecture for Decentralized Communications.
Department of Communications and Networking.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 62/2013.

Keywords: P2PSIP, SIP, RELOAD, ICE, P2P, M2M

Jan-Erik Ekberg (24.5.2013):
Securing software architectures for trusted processor environments.
Department of Computer Science and Engineering. Data Communication Software.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 75/2013.

Keywords: platform security, cryptography

Panu Vesanen (24.5.2013):
Combined Ultra-Low-Field MRI and MEG: Instrumentation and Applications.
Department of Biomedical Engineering and Computational Science.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 87/2013.

Keywords: magnetic resonance imaging, MRI, ultra-low-field MRI, magnetoencephalography, MEG, MEG-MRI, SQUID

Antti Soininen (24.5.2013):
Nano- and Mesoscale Structure Control in Block Copolymers and Dendritic Supramolecules.
Department of Applied Physics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 24/2013.

Keywords: self-assembly, self-organization, induced chirality, block copolymer, supramolecule, dendron, dendrimer, dendronized polymer

Maria Pusa (24.5.2013):
Numerical Methods for Nuclear Fuel Burnup Calculations.
Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis.
VTT Science 32.

Keywords: burnup equations, Chebyshev rational approximation, CRAM, matrix exponential, sensitivity analysis, uncertainty analysis

Santtu T. T. Ollila (24.5.2013):
A Quantitative Multiscale Approach to Nanofluidics.
Department of Applied Physics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 94/2013.

Keywords: nanofluidics, microfluidics, Lattice Boltzmann, hydrodynamics, consistency

Saara A. Brax (17.5.2013):
The process based nature of services - Studies in management of industrial and business-to-business services.
Department of Industrial Engineering and Management. Logistics Research Group.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 60/2013.

Keywords: services, service operations management, industrial services, knowledge-intensive business services, definition of services

Jaana Vapaavuori (17.5.2013):
Design of Efficient Photoresponsive Azobenzene Materials Through Supramolecular Functionalization.
Department of Applied Physics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 83/2013.

Keywords: azobenzene, photoisomerization, photoinduced birefringence, photoinduced surface patterning, supramolecular functionalization

Jussi Leinonen (17.5.2013):
Impact of the Microstructure of Precipitation and Hydrometeors on Multi-Frequency Radar Observations.
Department of Applied Physics.
Finnish Meteorological Institute Contributions 93.

Keywords: radar, snowflake, precipitation microphysics, remote sensing

Lauri Kovanen (16.5.2013):
Computational Analysis of Large and Time-Dependent Social Networks.
Department of Biomedical Engineering and Computational Science.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 81/2013.

Keywords: complex systems, complex networks, social networks, temporal networks

Karita Reijonsaari (10.5.2013):
Co-Creating Health - Examining the Effects of Co-Creation in a Lifestyle Intervention Service Targeting Physical Activity.
Department of Industrial Engineering and Management.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 68/2013.

Keywords: co-creation, lifestyle, physical activity intervention, service, health outcome, capability, interaction, RCT, effectiveness

Riku Oja (10.5.2013):
Strain and Interface Effects in Polar Oxides.
Department of Applied Physics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 66/2013.

Keywords: perovskite, polarization, ferroelectric, ferromagnetic, epitaxial, strain, interface, superlattice, density-functional theory

Hannu Peltola (10.5.2013):
Towards Faster String Matching.
Department of Computer Science and Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 78/2013.

Keywords: exact string matching, q-gram, bit-parallelism, BNDM, Horspool's algorithm

Santtu Ruotsalainen (10.5.2013):
Real Linear Operators on Complex Hilbert Spaces with Applications.
Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 69/2013.

Keywords: real linear operator, spectrum, antilinear operator, compact operator, invariant subspace, Weyl-von Neumann theorem, conjugation, factorization, symplectic matrix

Melih Kandemir (4.5.2013):
Learning Mental States from Biosignals.
Department of Information and Computer Science.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 61/2013.

Keywords: multitask learning, multiple kernel learning, probabilistic modeling, affective computing, intelligent user interfaces

Jarkko Ylipaavalniemi (3.5.2013):
Data-Driven Analysis for Natural Studies in Functional Brain Imaging.
Department of Information and Computer Science.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 70/2013.

Keywords: canonical correlation analysis, independent component analysis, functional elements, functional networks, functional magnetic resonance imaging, natural stimulation, subspaces, reliability

Jari Malm (3.5.2013):
Surface Functionalization by Atomic Layer Deposited Binary Oxide Thin Films.
Department of Chemistry.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 57/2013.

Keywords: atomic layer deposition, thin film, functionalization, wettability, ultraviolet, humidity, zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, tungsten trioxide

Laura Laaksonen (3.5.2013):
Artificial Bandwidth Extension of Narrowband Speech - Enhanced Speech Quality and Intelligibility in Mobile Devices.
Department of Signal Processing and Acoustics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 64/2013.

Keywords: speech processing, speech enhancement, artificial bandwidth extension, speech quality, mobile device

Yu Wang (3.5.2013):
Leachate management in the aftercare period of municipal waste landfills.
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 71/2013.

Keywords: municipal waste management, landfill emissions, leachate control and treatment strategy

Norsuria Mahmed (26.4.2013):
Development of Multifunctional Magnetic Core Nanoparticles.
Department of Materials Science and Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 58/2013.

Keywords: magnetite, silica, silver, silver chloride, pulsed electric current sintering, phase transformation, multifunctional, ferromagnetic

Gerardo Iñiguez González (23.4.2013):
Statistical Physics of Opinion and Social Conflict.
Department of Biomedical Engineering and Computational Science.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 59/2013.

Keywords: social dynamics, statistical physics, adaptive networks, mathematical modeling

Petri Kobylin (19.4.2013):
Thermodynamic Modelling of Aqueous Metal Sulfate Solutions.
Department of Materials Science and Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 41/2013.

Keywords: modelling, Pitzer model, metal sulfate, activity, CALPHAD method

Salomon Janhunen (19.4.2013):
Gyrokinetic Particle Simulation for Thermonuclear Plasma Turbulence Studies in Magnetic Confinement.
Department of Applied Physics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 56/2013.

Keywords: fusion, plasma, transport, numerical simulation

Patrik Norén (15.4.2013):
Algebraic Statistics.
Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 38/2013.

Keywords: algebra and statistics

Arttu Polojärvi (12.4.2013):
Sea Ice Ridge Keel Punch Through Experiments: Model Experiments and Numerical Modeling with Discrete and Combined Finite-Discrete Element Methods.
Department of Applied Mechanics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 50/2013.

Keywords: ice mechanics, punch through tests, ice loads, arctic offshore structures, discrete element method, combined finite-discrete element method, discontinuous materials, numerical modeling

Tiina Näsi (12.4.2013):
Multimodal Applications of Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy.
Department of Biomedical Engineering and Computational Science.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 45/2013.

Keywords: near-infrared spectroscopy, diffuse optical tomography, transcranial magnetic stimulation, sleep, hemodynamic monitoring, physiological artifact

Katja Lahenius (12.4.2013):
Students' Experiences of Support During Doctoral Studies in Industrial Engineering and Management.
Department of Industrial Engineering and Management.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 6/2013.

Keywords: doctoral education, mixed methods research, students' experiences, support

Antti Kataja (6.4.2013):
Organocatalysis and Continuous Flow Reactors as Enabling Tools in Organic Synthesis.
Department of Chemistry.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 43/2013.

Keywords: organocatalysis, continuous flow reactors, bifunctional thiourea catalysts, hydrogen bonding, proline, enamine catalysis, aldol reaction, Michael-addition, aromatic nitration

Pekka Peljo (5.4.2013):
Proton Transfer Controlled Reactions at Liquid-Liquid Interfaces.
Department of Chemistry.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 39/2013.

Keywords: liquid-liquid interfaces, electrochemistry, electrocatalysis, oxygen reduction, proton transfer catalysis, fuel cells, proton-coupled electron transfer

Anu Lokkiluoto (5.4.2013):
Fundamentals of SO₂ Depolarized Water Electrolysis and Challenges of Materials Used.
Department of Materials Science and Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 49/2013.

Keywords: SO₂ depolarized electrolysis, sulfuric acid, hydrogen, Nafion membrane, water transport, gold

Mikko Juntunen (5.4.2013):
Development of Tileable Silicon Photodiodes for X-Ray Imaging.
Department of Micro and Nanosciences.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 53/2013.

Keywords: tileable photodiode, through waver interconnect, back side illumination, computed tomography

Olli-Pentti Saira (28.3.2013):
Electrostatic Control of Quasiparticle Transport in Superconducting Hybrid Nanostructures.
O.V. Lounasmaa Laboratory.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 48/2013.

Keywords: tunnel junctions, Coulomb blockade, electronic transport, superconductivity, quasiparticles in superconductors, nonequilibrium thermodynamics

Janne Pylkkönen (22.3.2013):
Towards Efficient and Robust Automatic Speech Recognition: Decoding Techniques and Discriminative Training.
Department of Information and Computer Science.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 44/2013.

Keywords: automatic speech recognition, decoder, acoustic modeling, discriminative training, extended Baum-Welch

Tony Liimatainen (22.3.2013):
On the Role of Riemannian Metrics in Conformal and Quasiconformal Geometry.
Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 32/2013.

Keywords: conformal geometry, quasiconformal mapping, inverse problem, conformal Killing field, Riemannian metric, coordinate invariant, volumorphism, nonpositive curvature, isometry, Neumann's ergodic theorem, fixed point theorem, regularity, harmonic coordinates, isothermal coordinates

Olli Hyppänen (22.3.2013):
Decision Makers' Use of Intuition at the Front End of Innovation.
Department of Industrial Engineering and Management.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 30/2013.

Keywords: intuition, decision making, uncertainty, front end, innovation, innovation management, New Product Development

Nima Reyhani (19.3.2013):
Studies on Kernel Learning and Independent Component Analysis.
Department of Information and Computer Science.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 47/2013.

Keywords: multiple kernel learning, low rank kernel matrix, multiple spectral kernel learning, Gaussian complexity, sparse penalization, source separation, FastICA, bootstrap FastICA, sample convergence analysis

Risto Valkonen (15.3.2013):
Impedance Matching and Tuning of Non-Resonant Mobile Terminal Antennas.
Department of Radio Science and Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 40/2013.

Keywords: mobile antennas, capacitive coupling element, impedance matching, frequency tuning, equivalent circuits, electromagnetic user interaction

Tanja Tuutijärvi (15.3.2013):
Arsenate Removal from Water by Adsorption with Magnetic Nanoparticles (γ-Fe₂O₃).
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 37/2013.

Keywords: arsenic, maghemite, magnetic nanoparticles, nanoadsorbent, adsorption, regeneration, competing ions, water treatment

Emilia Kaivosoja (15.3.2013):
Improvement of Osseointegration: Guiding Cells with External Factors Including a Novel Surface Microstructure and Recognizing Bacterial Infections.
Department of Electronics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 34/2013.

Keywords: osseointegration, microfabrication, pulsed electromagnetic fields, dehydroepiandrosterone, ToF-SIMS

Mikael Johnson (15.3.2013):
How Social Media Changes User-Centred Design: Cumulative and Strategic User Involvement with Respect to Developer–User Social Distance.
Department of Computer Science and Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 46/2013.

Keywords: user-centred design, strategic user involvement, participatory design, user innovations, social media, virtual worlds

Ahmad Taherkhani (8.3.2013):
Automatic Algorithm Recognition Based on Programming Schemas and Beacons: A Supervised Machine Learning Classification Approach.
Department of Computer Science and Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 17/2013.

Keywords: algorithm recognition, schema detection, beacons, roles of variables, program comprehension, automated assessment

Johanna Maaniemi (8.3.2013):
Reflections of Systemic Justice? Employees' and Supervisors' Experiences of Injustice in the Performance Appraisal and Merit Pay Context.
Department of Industrial Engineering and Management.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 23/2013.

Keywords: justice, performance appraisal, merit pay, pay system, qualitative study

Risto M. Hakala (8.3.2013):
Results on Linear Models in Cryptography.
Department of Information and Computer Science.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 29/2013.

Keywords: cryptography, linear cryptanalysis, distinguishing attack, side-channel analysis, linearity, nonlinearity

Jukka Ahonen (8.3.2013):
Microphone Front-Ends for Spatial Sound Analysis and Synthesis with Directional Audio Coding.
Department of Signal Processing and Acoustics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 33/2013.

Keywords: spatial audio, microphone arrays, multichannel reproduction, teleconferencing

Riikka Kyrö (2.3.2013):
Are the Right Actors Taking the Right Action? Climate Change Management in Finnish Urban Housing.
Department of Real Estate, Planning and Geoinformatics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 27/2013.

Keywords: carbon footprint, life-cycle assessment (LCA), climate change management, mitigation action, urban communities, housing

Jani Paavilainen (1.3.2013):
Factors affecting ice loads during the rubbling process using a 2D FE-DE Approach.
Department of Applied Mechanics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 31/2013.

Keywords: simulation, ice rubbling, sloping structures, peak load, pressure distribution, force chains

Tiina Tuominen (22.2.2013):
Innovation and Development Activities in Professional Service Firms – a Role Structure Perspective.
Department of Industrial Engineering and Management.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 16/2013.

Keywords: professional service firm, service innovation, employee-driven innovation, innovative behaviour, role, social structure

Jari Kleimola (22.2.2013):
Nonlinear Abstract Sound Synthesis Algorithms.
Department of Signal Processing and Acoustics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 25/2013.

Keywords: acoustics, digital signal processing, music, nonlinear filters, sound synthesis

Hannu Pulakka (15.2.2013):
Development and Evaluation of Artificial Bandwidth Extension Methods for Narrowband Telephone Speech.
Department of Signal Processing and Acoustics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 5/2013.

Keywords: speech, speech enhancement, artificial bandwidth extension, quality evaluation

Juha Karppinen (14.2.2013):
Reliability Assessment of Electronic Assemblies under Multiple Interacting Loading Conditions.
Department of Electronics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 19/2013.

Keywords: combined load testing, electronic assembly, solder interconnection, mechanical load, electrical load, thermal load, thermal cycling

Raine Kajastila (8.2.2013):
Interaction with Eyes-Free and Gestural Interfaces.
Department of Media Technology.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 22/2013.

Keywords: eyes-free, gesture interaction, auditory menus, auditory display, spatial sound, interface, HCI, performing arts

Taija Turunen (7.2.2013):
Organizing Service Operations in Manufacturing.
Department of Industrial Engineering and Management.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 4/2013.

Keywords: servitization, service operations management, organizing services

Joni Pajarinen (7.2.2013):
Planning under Uncertainty for Large-Scale Problems with Applications to Wireless Networking.
Department of Information and Computer Science.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 20/2013.

Keywords: planning under uncertainty, POMDP, DEC-POMDP, wireless network, WLAN, cognitive radio, nanocomputing

Pin Nie (1.2.2013):
Multifaceted Optimization of Energy Efficiency for Stationary WSN Applications.
Department of Computer Science and Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 182/2012.

Keywords: energy efficiency, data aggregation, clustering, security, XMPP

Risto Hakala (1.2.2013):
Crosslinked Poly(ester Anhydrides) for Controlled Drug Delivery.
Department of Biotechnology and Chemical Technology.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 10/2013.

Keywords: biopolymer, poly(ester anhydride), crosslinking, hydrolysis, drug delivery

Ali Bunjaku (1.2.2013):
The Effect of Mineralogy, Sulphur, and Reducing Gases on the Reducibility of Saprolitic Nickel Ores.
Department of Materials Science and Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 18/2013.

Keywords: nickel laterite, mineralogy, dehydration, reduction

Anne Silla (25.1.2013):
Improving Safety on Finnish Railways by Prevention of Trespassing.
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.
VTT Science 27.

Keywords: railway safety, train-pedestrian collisions, trespassing, fatalities, Finland

Juha Orivuori (25.1.2013):
Model-Based Optimal Control of Multidimensional and Multi-Tonal Frequency Varying Disturbances.
Department of Automation and Systems Technology.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 11/2013.

Keywords: active vibration control, continuous gain-scheduling, nonlinear optimal control, optimal control, performance evaluation, vibration isolation

Jouni Hartikainen (25.1.2013):
Sequential Inference for Latent Temporal Gaussian Process Models.
Department of Biomedical Engineering and Computational Science.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 14/2013.

Keywords: Gaussian processes, state-space models, dynamic systems

Karri Saloriutta (23.1.2013):
Electron Transport in Graphene Nanostructures.
Department of Applied Physics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 7/2013.

Keywords: graphene, electron transport, density functional theory

Tiina Ylinen-Hinkka (18.1.2013):
Hot Electron-Induced Electrochemiluminescence Studies with Different Cathode Materials and Electrode Geometries.
Department of Chemistry.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 150/2012.

Keywords: HECL, thin film deposition, integrated electrodes, immunoassay

Yrjö Raivio (18.1.2013):
Techno-Economic Analysis of Novel Opportunities for Mobile Networks – Open Innovation and Cloud Computing.
Department of Computer Science and Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 135/2012.

Keywords: mobile network, cloud computing, open innovation, performance, service

Mikko Laakso (18.1.2013):
Navigation and Object Manipulation in Collaborative VR Interior Design.
Department of Media Technology.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 180/2012.

Keywords: virtual reality, navigation, object manipulation, collaboration, interior design

Mikko Honkala (18.1.2013):
Building Blocks for Fast Circuit Simulation.
Department of Radio Science and Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 174/2012.

Keywords: circuit simulation, numerical analysis, parallel processing, iterative methods, model-order reduction, preconditioners

Praveen Nedumpully Govindan (15.1.2013):
Computational Modeling Investigating the Interactions of Proteins with Fullerene-Based Nanoparticles.
Department of Applied Physics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 12/2013.

Keywords: proteins, nanoparticles, nanotoxicity, molecular dynamics, molecular docking, simulations, computational physics

Antti Punkka (11.1.2013):
Rank-based Information in Multiattribute Decision and Efficiency Analysis.
Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis. Systems Analysis Laboratory.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 160/2012.

Keywords: decision analysis, additive value function, incomplete information, ordinal information, decision recommendations, efficiency analysis, data envelopment analysis

Muzamir Isa (11.1.2013):
Partial Discharge Location Technique for Covered-Conductor Overhead Distribution Lines.
Department of Electrical Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 9/2013.

Keywords: correlation, wavelet transforms, partial discharge, Rogowski coil, EMTP-ATP, overhead covered-conductor, distribution systems

Mikko Kyrö (4.1.2013):
Radio Wave Propagation and Antennas for Millimeter-Wave Communications.
Department of Radio Science and Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 179/2012.

Keywords: millimeter waves, integrated antennas, medical applications, point-to-point radio links, propagation channel measurements, channel modeling

Susan Leerink (21.12.2012):
Gyrokinetic Full-f Transport Simulations of Ohmic FT-2 Tokamak Discharges.
Department of Applied Physics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 176/2012.

Keywords: energy, nuclear fusion, plasma physics, tokamak, transport, turbulence, gyrokinetics, computational physics

Mohamed Hamdy (14.12.2012):
Combining Simulation and Optimisation for Dimensioning Optimal Building Envelopes and HVAC Systems.
Department of Energy Technology.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 177/2012.

Keywords: building, energy, simulation, optimization

Javad Hashemi (14.12.2012):
Electronic structure and transport from density matrices and density functionals.
Department of Applied Physics. COMP/EPM.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 170/2012.

Keywords: density fuctional theory, electronic transport, density matrix, BBGKY hierarchy

Riikka Holopainen (14.12.2012):
A human thermal model for improved thermal comfort.
Department of Energy Technology.
VTT Science 23.

Keywords: human thermoregulation, building simulation

Kamarizan Kidam (14.12.2012):
Process Safety Enhancement in Chemical Plant Design by Exploiting Accident Knowledge.
Department of Biotechnology and Chemical Technology. Plant Design.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 168/2012.

Keywords: experience feedback, accident contributor, plant design, process lifecycle

Aapo Lankinen (14.12.2012):
Synchrotron x-ray diffraction topography of semiconductor heterostructures.
Department of Micro- and Nanosciences. Manotechnology group.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 173/2012.

Keywords: dislocations; heterostructures; x-ray diffraction; crystals

Paavo Rasilo (14.12.2012):
Finite-Element Modeling and Calorimetric Measurement of Core Losses in Frequency-Converter-Supplied Synchronous Machine.
Department of Electrical Engineering. Research Group of Electromechanics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 159/2012.

Keywords: calorimetric measurements, core losses, finite-element methods, synchronous machines

Antti Ropponen (14.12.2012):
An Arrangement to Locate and Identify People with Dual-Frequency Tags Providing Context-Related Information.
Department of Electronics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 152/2012.

Keywords: indoor tracking, radio frequency identification, near field imaging, low-frequency, ZigBee, elder care

Annukka Santasalo-Aarnio (14.12.2012):
Ex situ and in situ characterization of Direct Alcohol Fuel Cell anode materials.
Department of Chemistry. Research Group of Physical Chemistry.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 167/2012.

Keywords: DAFC, alcohol oxidation, catalysis, nanoparticles, electrochemistry

William Brace (12.12.2012):
A model-based approach to requirements analysis for complex products in engineering design.
Department of Engineering Design and Production.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 172/2012.

Keywords: requirements analysis, model-based requirements, requirements checklists, requirements information, design specification, dimensional analysis, SysML

Sami Virpioja (10.12.2012):
Learning Constructions of Natural Language: Statistical Models and Evaluations.
Department of Information and Computer Science.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 158/2012.

Keywords: morpheme segmentation, morphology induction, construction grammar, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, probabilistic models, language models, vector space models, machine translation, speech recognition

Marko Hiipakka (7.12.2012):
Estimating Pressure at the Eardrum for Binaural Reproduction.
Department of Signal Processing and Acoustics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 149/2012.

Keywords: HRTF, pressure-velocity measurement, modeling, insert headphones

Antti Kantee (7.12.2012):
Flexible Operating System Internals: The Design and Implementation of the Anykernel and Rump Kernels.
Department of Computer Science and Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 171/2012.

Keywords: operating system kernel architecture, implementation, open source

Tuomas Poikonen (7.12.2012):
Characterization of Light Emitting Diodes and Photometer Quality Factors.
Department of Signal Processing and Acoustics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 165/2012.

Keywords: photometry, integrating sphere, goniometer, photometer, light-emitting diode, solid-state lighting, luminous flux, electrical power, luminous efficacy, spectral responsivity, directional response, quality index

Ossi I. Ollinaho (7.12.2012):
Origins of Institutional Change: Brazilian Alcohol Fuel Program Between 1975 and 2000.
Department of Industrial Engineering and Management.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 147/2012.

Keywords: institutional change, renewable energy

Mikko Nuutinen (7.12.2012):
Reduced-Reference Methods for Measuring Quality Attributes of Natural Images in Imaging Systems.
Department of Media Technology.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 157/2012.

Keywords: image quality, natural image, test-target, camera, printer, sharpness, noise, graininess, color, reduced-reference

Johanna Maukonen (7.12.2012):
Characterization of the Human Predominant Fecal Microbiota. With Special Focus on the Clostridial Clusters IV and XIVa.
Department of Biotechnology and Chemical Technology.
VTT Science 26.

Keywords: human fecal microbiota, human salivary microbiota, DGGE, qPCR, IBS, elderly, GOS, DNA-extraction, Erec, Clept, Bacteroides spp., bifidobacteria, lactobacill

Miika Komu (7.12.2012):
A Consolidated Namespace for Network Applications, Developers, Administrators and Users.
Department of Computer Science and Engineering.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 166/2012.

Keywords: mobility, multihoming, site renumbering, IPv6, security, HIP

Mika Pietilä (5.12.2012):
Functionality of Human Mesenchymal Stem Cells Assessed by Energy Metabolism and Immunomodulative Capacity.
Department of Biotechnology and Chemical Technology.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 161/2012.

Keywords: human mesenchymal stem cells, cellular therapies, mitochondria, immunosuppression, macrophages

Jaakko Niskanen (3.12.2012):
European Real Estate Investment Trusts: Articles on Their Characteristics and Properties.
Department of Real Estate, Planning and Geoinformatics.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 169/2012.

Keywords: real estate economics, real estate finance, real estate investment trusts, real estate investing, European listed real estate

Pantelis Lioumis (3.12.2012):
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation in Assessment of Cortical Network Properties.
Department of Biomedical Engineering and Computational Science.
Aalto University publication series DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS 164/2012.

Keywords: transcranial magnetic stimulation, electroencephalography, magnetoencephalography, functional cortical mapping