Thesis Outline. The remainder of this thesis is organized as follows. In Chapter 2 we present our wab based consensus protocols, namely B -Consensus and R -Consensus, in Sec- tion 2.2. Also in Chapter 2, we present our multicoordinated consensus algorithm, in Section 2.3. In Chapter 3 we focus on the generalized consensus problem. In specific, in Section 3.4 we present our multicoordinated generalized consensus pro- tocol, Multicoordinated Paxos. In Section 3.5 we show how to instantiate Multico- ordinated Paxos to solve the generic broadcast problem. In Chapter 4 we deal with agreement among agents organized in groups and present our basic and extended protocols for such a scenario. We present our last contribution, the log service spec- ification and implementations, in Chapter 5. Finally, in Chapter 6, we conclude this thesis and point some directions for future works. Chapter 2 Multicoordinated Consensus
Thesis Outline. This thesis studies the non-equilibrium dynamics of composite quantum systems following the quench described in the introduction at early times specifically. The time scales of interest are well before the validity of ETH and even hydrodynam- ics, so the analysis is based on the evolution of energy, the von Neumann and relative entropies, as well as the information spread between different parts of the system. This was initially motivated by an observation in numerical simula- tions of a peculiar early-time energy increase in the hotter of two quench-coupled systems. This thesis not only provides a detailed explanation of this quantum phenomenon but also explores how it can be used for experimentally measuring quantum correlations, both as a feature for detecting a lab realization of an SYK system as well as the implications it has on the formation of black holes. Those results have been published in three different papers [71, 72, 73] plus one yet un- published manuscript. Before elaborating on them we provided a brief overview of each of the four chapters. → In the first Chapter 2, we introduce this paradoxical early time rise in energy in the hotter of the two baths and the quantum thermodynamic approach to studying post-quench dynamics. To understand the essence of this phenomenon, without the interference of model-dependent peculiarities, we use the 1D free fermion model as a case study. Conveniently, in the time regime of interest, we obtain analytical expressions for the energy and for the von Neumann entropies, which is an additional benefit of this model. In addition to the theoretical study, we have suggested an experimentally realizable quench protocol that can measure entanglement between two subsystems using the energy increase and its relation to von Neumann entropy. In this quench, one starts with two originally independent systems of free fermions A and B initially prepared in quantum thermal states at temperatures TA and TB. At low temperatures, when quenched, the increasing entanglement contribution to the von Neumann entropy is dominant over the decreasing thermal one. As a consequence the von Neumann entropy of each subsystem increases for a certain period after the subsystems are coupled. If in this period one decouples the subsystems there is an energy transfer to the system in the amount set by the von Neumann entropy accumulated during the joint evolution of A and B. This energy transfer appears as work produced by the quench to dec...
Thesis Outline. The thesis is broken down into seven chapters. Chapter one introduces the study and outlines its background, setting the stage for what follows. Specifically, it addresses the research problem and questions, states the overall thesis aim and specific objectives. Chapter two presents key literature on franchising and the relationship between franchisors and franchisees in the hotel industry. It moves from the general conceptualization of franchising to specific issues of how to create and maintain good relationships between franchisors and franchisees in the hotel industry. It considers definitions of hotel franchising and how to develop a working definition to comply with the aim of the thesis. It critically reviews relevant literature on the advantages and disadvantages of hotel franchising. It identifies the major franchisors in the hotel industry. The development of a special relationship between the franchisor and the franchisee is explored with agency theory, resource scarcity theory, social capital theory and psychological contract, each of which is discussed in the context of franchising. It highlights the different aspects of the lifecycle of hotel franchising. It discusses services provided by the franchisor ranging from selecting partners in the hotel franchise relationship to on-going franchise support. A suggested conceptual framework is presented. This thesis emphasizes that hotel franchising literature is extremely limited. As a result, this section will try to apply existing literature to the hotel industry. Chapter three outlines the epistemological and theoretical perspectives of the research and provides a justification for choosing the research design and methodology. The chapter then describes the phases of the methodology employed in this research which adopts a multiple case study approach. This methodology includes two research methods in order to meet the research objectives; semi-structured interviews with hotel franchisors-franchisees and document analysis. Chapter four analyses the transcribed interviews. This chapter provides a detailed discussion of the results from interviews conducted with hotel franchisor and their franchisees in relation to the relationship themes facing hotel franchise relationships. These themes include: application phase, pre- opening phase, opening phase and on-going franchise support. It presents the perspectives of the franchisor and franchisees towards the aforementioned issues. The chapter concludes...
Thesis Outline. This thesis is organized as follows. In chapter 2, I present the data, focusing primarily on the environment SC numerals appear in, and the nominal and verbal agreement mismatches they trigger. In section 2.1., I first briefly discuss the properties of nominal elements in terms of gender, number and case features. In the following sections I then turn to numerals. More specifically, I address (i) numeral 1; (ii) numerals 2, 3 and 4; and (iii) 5+ numerals separately, as they induce different agreement patterns. Additionally, I present two sets of collective numerals that MSC has at its disposal; namely, those that modify only animate nouns of masculine gender, and those that are used only with nouns of mixed or unknown natural gender. I also discuss number nouns such as sto „hundred‟, hiljadu 9 I refer to agreement within the nominal domain as nominal agreement. „thousand‟, milion, „million‟ and milijarda „billion‟, and their NP internal behavior, as well as the verbal agreement that they trigger. In conclusion of the chapter (section 2.3.), I present an interim summary of all the nominal and verbal agreement patterns that different sets of numerals in MSC trigger. The following chapters are devoted to the observed agreement patterns, separately for cardinal numbers (chapter 3) and collective numerals (chapter 4). I discuss the existing approaches regarding agreement mismatches, and I present my own analysis of the phenomenon with the intention of offering a unified account for cardinal numbers on the one hand, and collective numerals on the other. In chapter 3, I first discuss the analyses of Xxxxx (2008) in section 3.1.2, and that of Xxxxxx (1997) in section 3.1.3., for numerals 2, 3 and 4 that both assume a third number value for SC – dual or minor paucal. I point out the drawbacks of these approaches; specifically, why the dual/paucal number value does not surface in MSC. In section 3.1.4., I propose a novel analysis in line with Xxxxxxxxx‟s (2012) treatment of Polish numerals. In section 3.2., I turn to 5+ numerals and I try to account for the distinct agreement patterns they generate, while still assuming the structure proposed for numerals 2, 3 and 4. In section 3.3., I tackle numeral 1 and show that unlike other cardinal numbers, numeral 1 should be treated as an adjective, and considered to be entering the derivation with all its features unvalued.
Thesis Outline. The rest of this thesis is organised as follows: • In Chapter 2 we review the ASPIC+ framework and we present formally the basic notions of ASPIC+ that are used in our work. Additionally, we discuss related (informal and formal) studies on enthymemes as well as related dialogue systems which cover one or more of the features that distinguishes our proposed system; • In Chapter 3 we introduce the technical background needed for our work and de- scribe some of the assumptions made throughout this thesis. Most importantly, we present our first contribution which is a formal model unifying arguments and (various) enthymemes; • In Chapter 4 we present a part of our second and fourth contribution as well as our complete third contribution. Specifically, we develop a dialogue system that ac- commodates arguments and forward extension of enthymemes. At the beginning, we provide a general dialogue definition which we then restrict to model persuasion dialogues that generate a dialogue framework. We provide a labelling function that evaluates the moves in the dialogue, and formalise the conditions under which we prove soundness and completeness of our system (under the complete, grounded, preferred and stable semantics). To clarify, we show that, under certain circum- stances, the status of moves made in a dialogue corresponds to the status of argu- ments in the Xxxx argument framework instantiated by the contents of the moves made at that stage in the dialogue. • In Chapter 5 we present our second and fourth contribution. Specifically, we de- velop a dialogue system that accommodates arguments, backward and forward ex- tension of enthymemes, and handles misunderstandings that may occur between the participants of a dialogue due to the use of enthymemes. At the beginning, we pro- vide a general dialogue definition and show how to generate a dialogue framework. We then restrict our general dialogues to model persuasion and inquiry dialogues. We continue by providing a labelling function that evaluates the moves made in the dialogue, and formalising the conditions under which we prove soundness and completeness of our system (under the complete, grounded, preferred and stable semantics) for persuasion dialogues. To clarify, we show that, under certain cir- cumstances, the status of moves made during a dialogue conforming to our system corresponds with the status of arguments in the Xxxx argument framework instan- tiated by the contents of the moves made at that stag...
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Thesis Outline. The given thesis work consists of six chapters. The present chapter described the background of the study specifically focusing on the Kazakhstani context, identified the research problem and formulated the purpose statement with the research questions. Furthermore, this chapter provided the definitions of central terms. The significance and contribution of the study were also detailed. The second chapter, the literature review, presents a critical review of studies conducted in the field of school bullying across its four subtypes, which are physical, verbal, relational and cyber and presents a conceptual framework guiding this study. Moreover, the Literature Review chapter discusses the problem of bullying in relation to children who are identified as gifted and talented and focuses on the differences in terms of age, ethnicity, residence and overall academic achievement. The next chapter is the methodology, which presents the research design of the current thesis and provides the rationale for choosing the research site, participants and the research instrument. The methodology chapter also describes the research site, sample and sampling procedures, data collection instruments, data collection procedures, data analysis methods, ethical concerns and risks and possible limitations of the present study. The fourth chapter is the Findings, which presents the results of the survey used with participants, and it is followed by the discussion chapter, which interprets and discusses the analysis of the findings. The Discussion chapter answers the research questions and links the findings to theory as well. The final chapter, the Conclusion, summarizes the main findings, presents the limitations of the present study and proposes implications for future studies.
Thesis Outline. Chapter 2: Provides background about the security in general and explained security services and security attacks, then discuss remote user authentication and public cryptography algorithms RSA and ECC, and comparison between them. Chapter 3: Shows the recent related works that discuss remote user authentication protocols. Chapter 4: Explained and discuss the improvement on (Xxxxxxx et al., 2016) scheme with details, and review the (Sutrala et al., 2016) scheme.
Thesis Outline. This thesis is composed of 4 empirical chapters aimed to investigate reward processing in adolescence and its relationship with ADHD symptoms. We also investigated genetic variants underlying reward processing in adolescence. All empirical chapters are based on data collected from the IMAGEN sample (Xxxxxxxx et al., 2010). The IMAGEN sample is the largest adolescent imaging genetic study performed to date. It provides neuropsychological, neuroimaging and genetic data on a sample of 2000 13-15 year old adolescents. Whereas Chapters Three and Four are based on neuroimaging data exclusively, Chapters Five and Six are based on both neuroimaging and genetic data. As such Chapters Three and Four are based on data from the full sample, whereas Chapters Five and Six are based on data from wave 1 of the IMAGEN, as genetic data was not available for the second and third wave at the time of analysis. Below, is a brief overview of the chapters of this thesis.
Thesis Outline. The second chapter will further discuss the reasons why it is desirable to use simulation before a control system is set up in an actual plant. In the third chapter we will describe the different parts involved in the communication between Advant Control Builder and Simulink. The forth chapter describes the different types of communication that is needed for the parts to communicate with each other. In chapter five we explain how a user will see the communication. The sixth chapter describes the functions used for the communication between Simulink and Matlab. In the seventh chapter the functionality and the implementation of the Gateway program are described. We have also investigated the performance of our implementations and the obtained results will be presented in chapter eight. Chapter nine describes how a new system is created in Simulink. The tenth chapter consists of a User Manual for the Gateway. In chapter eleven some conclusions are drawn and in chapter twelve we will describe future possibilities and extensions of our master thesis.
