• Beam based finite element modelling of Herøysund bridge 

      Berg, Patrick Norheim (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2023-05-15)
      In this thesis the candidate aims to model two finite elements models of the post tensioned concrete Herøysund bridge. First a solid element model is modelled using the documentation from the bridge construction, then a beam element model is modelled using the solid model as a foundation. These models are subjected to a structural analysis that applies boundary conditions, joints, mass, gravity, ...
    • Clustering of clinical multivariate time-series utilizing recent advances in machine-learning 

      Asgari, Asal (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2023-05-14)
      The purpose of this thesis is to set the groundwork for future research on developing a machine-learning based anomaly detection system for hospitalized patients. Our first step was to study and analyze the project’s needs, background, and literature examining similar criteria. In the second step, we interviewed medical experts and researchers. Based on our research and the suggestions received ...
    • Communication in microgrids and virtual power plants 

      Starynets, Oleksandr (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2016-11-07)
      One of the cornerstones of the steady operation of microgrids and virtual power plants as building blocks for smart grid is the communication system, which is the main objective for evaluation and research in this thesis. The given project investigates the most widespread communication protocols along with IEC 61850 standard for substations automation applied in smart grids. Based on the presented ...
    • Cyber-security of Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) 

      Safarpour Kanafi, Faraz (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2021-05-18)
      This master's thesis reports on security of a Cyber-Physical System (CPS) in the department of industrial engineering at UiT campus Narvik. The CPS targets connecting distinctive robots in the laboratory in the department of industrial engineering. The ultimate objective of the department is to propose such a system for the industry. The thesis focuses on the network architecture of the CPS and ...
    • DC distribution systems 

      Taso, Emir (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-06-12)
      In today’s distribution system, the dominating type of current used is AC. In newer time, improvements have been done within the field of DC. The developments that are achieved, are in terms of converter efficiency and conversion capabilities. Along with development of DC equipment, the use and development of renewable energy sources have increased. This has brought up the topic of using DC in the ...
    • Descending commuter 

      Myrberg, Daniel; Salomonsen, Sebastian E. (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2018-08-16)
      The task is to produce a suitable option for those who go mountain hiking and want the thrill to ride down the hills. The product should be lightweight and foldable, and easy to bring along for a bus ride or other types of public transportation. The final product is a downhill scooter, where the neck is foldable. The deck of the scooter is a sandwich structure where the core is made of aluminum 5052 ...
    • Design of a grid connected photovoltaic power electronic converter 

      Mustafa, Mohsin Noman (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-06-12)
      In this thesis, the designing of a grid-connected photovoltaic system for the power electronic laboratory of UiT- Campus Narvik has been carried out. The relevant topics and literature regarding the elements in a photovoltaic system and grid connection standards have been studied and reviewed. A system with the capacity and ratings of solar modules currently available has been designed in Simulink. ...
    • Design of an expandable junk catcher 

      Olsen, Kim A. (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-06-15)
      "This report describes phase I of the project ""Design of an expandable junk catcher"", which is carried out on behalf of Qinterra Technologies, Department of Plugs & Packers in Narvik, as a part of the subject SHO6263 Diploma thesis M-ID. The main purpose of the project is to develop a new type of well intervention equipment to solve the problem of unwanted residue from debris on temporary installed ...
    • Design Proposal for a Software Tool for Speech Therapy. Modern Application Structure of Visual Speech Therapy App for Children 

      Salwerowicz, Daniel Aaron (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2019-06-28)
      This thesis describes results of study into development of a Visual Speech Therapy tool for therapy of speech impediments. It describes what Visual Speech Therapy tools are, their benefits, and what tools are available on the market. Main focus being therapy for children and teenagers with dysarthria, hearing problems, and functional speech impediments. After introducing the therapy tools it presents ...
    • Detecting attacks on servers using machine learning models 

      Lindbäck, Hans Victor Andersson (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2019-06-28)
      With today's storage of information moving from paper to physical hard drives and the cloud, safety of these new information platforms are of great importance. Today an average server suffers several instances of abuse weekly, or even daily. The purpose of this project is to design a system for detecting abusive data traffic coming to or from a server by using machine learning algorithms. Also of ...
    • Detection and prediction of falls among elderly people using walkers 

      Degtiarev, Aleksei (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2018-08-17)
      Falls of elderly people are big health burden, especially for long-term consequence. Yet we already have research, describing how exactly elderly fall and reasons of falls. We aimed to develop means that could not only detect falls and send alerts to relatives and doctors to conquer one of the biggest fears of elderly to fall and do not have the ability to call for help, but also tried to implement ...
    • Development of concepts for lifeboat evacuation in arctic regions. Dry evacuation from lifeboat to land or sea ice 

      Hansen, Marius Didriksen; Olawoyin, Bashir Olatunde (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2021-05-18)
      The evacuation of passengers from a ship in distress is an essential measure in marine safety. Safety is only guaranteed when the passengers are evacuated to shore, especially in remote areas like the arctic region. There has been growing awareness with lack of knowledge, standards, routine, and documentation regarding marine search and rescue in the arctic region in recent years. This has been the ...
    • Distributed Management of Resources in a Smart City using Multi-Agent Systems (MAS) 

      Molchanov, Igor (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2018-08-17)
      This document describes study of distributed management of resources in the context of Smart City with support of multi-agent systems. The investigated points include theoretical concepts of Smart City and application of multi-agent systems, decentralized and centralized designs for agent-based solutions and aspects of interactions between different self-interested agents. The document explores ...
    • Drone Swarm Simulator 

      Jeroncic, Luka (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2021-05-18)
      This thesis is about the research of available and development of drone swarm simulators. The simulator in this work, developed with the AirSim plugin for Unreal Engine 4, shows that there is a possibility of a real-time, accurate simulator with high graphical quality.
    • Electric vehicles and vehicle-to-grid technology. How utilities can play a role 

      Tahir, Moez (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-06-12)
      Adverse effects of fossil fuel burning internal combustion engine vehicles has alarmed nations worldwide. With recent technological advancements in electric vehicle industry, governments throughout the world are promoting wider adoption of electric vehicles to mitigate environmental issues. However, increasing popularity of electric vehicles will pose a great threat to existing electric grids due ...
    • Elevator model. Design of an elevator model for teaching in the field of automation 

      Nijdam, Eeke Maria (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2019-06-28)
      For the master of Engineering Design at UiT, the arctic university of Norway, campus Narvik, a master assignment is being executed as a conclusion to the study. In this case the department of industrial automation education had an elevator model design assignment that could be done by an Engineering Design student. This report describes a summary of the design process that has been executed and the ...
    • Estimating the Available Energy Flexibility A case study of Helgeland 

      Klæboe, Johanne Holst (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2023-05-14)
      This thesis project was commissioned by Cegal and aimed to investigate the potential for demand-side flexibility in the Helgeland region, as well as evaluate forecasting methods for a demand-response system. The future energy situation in the area was analyzed, while the experimental part investigated forecasting methods which can be applied in a demand-response system. Finally, the project i ...
    • Evaluation of the impact of recycled concrete aggregates on the durability of concrete 

      Top, Liessa (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2021-05-26)
      The building industry has one of the most significant contributions to global warming due to the production of building materials, transportation, building activities and demolition of structures. When the buildings and structures reach the end of their life-span, they are commonly demolished, and debrice is landfield or backfilled if it is evaluated as non-contaminated inert construction and ...
    • Exploring auction based energy trade with the support of MAS and blockchain technology 

      Shvetsov, Nikita (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-06-13)
      This document describes a simulation of the local energy market with support of multi-agent approach and blockchain technology. The investigated points include blockchain technology and its applications, Ethereum platform and smart contracts as a tool for storing data of operations and creating assets, multi-agent approach to model the local energy market. The document explores building a solution ...
    • FPGA-based data acquisition system for GNSS receiver for LEO-satellites applications 

      Siboniyo, Didier (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-06-12)
      The modern Low Earth Orbit satellites (LEO-satellites) technology is highly complex and reliable than it was yesterday. Nowadays, the LEO-satellites applications extend from civilian to military applications. However, LEO-satellites require a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) service, to achieve various tasks which require positioning and localizing. The challenge is to have a GNSS receiver ...