Browsing Theses by Title
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On Holographic Non-Local Operators and Multiple M2-Branes Theories
(University of Waterloo, 2009-06-12)Gauge-string duality has provided a powerful framework for the study of strongly coupled gauge theories and non-perturbative string models. This thesis analyzes the holographic description of non-local ... -
On Hopf Ore Extensions and Zariski Cancellation Problems
(University of Waterloo, 2020-04-29)In this thesis, we investigate Ore extensions of Hopf algebras and the Zariski Cancellation problem for noncommutative rings. In particular, we improve upon the existing conditions for when $T=R[x; \sigma, \delta]$ is a ... -
On imprecision in statistical theory
(University of Waterloo, 2022-01-06)This thesis provides an exploration of the interplay between imprecise probability and statistics. Mathematically, one may summarise this relationship as how (Bayesian) sensitivity analysis involving a set of (prior) models ... -
On Improving Distributed Pregel-like Graph Processing Systems
(University of Waterloo, 2015-07-24)The considerable interest in distributed systems that can execute algorithms to process large graphs has led to the creation of many graph processing systems. However, existing systems suffer from two major issues: (1) ... -
On Infinitesimal Inverse Spectral Geometry
(University of Waterloo, 2011-09-27)Spectral geometry is the field of mathematics which concerns relationships between geometric structures of manifolds and the spectra of canonical differential operators. Inverse Spectral Geometry in particular concerns ... -
On Integrating Failure Localization with Survivable Design
(University of Waterloo, 2013-05-22)In this thesis, I proposed a novel framework of all-optical failure restoration which jointly determines network monitoring plane and spare capacity allocation in the presence of either static or dynamic traffic. The ... -
On Landmarks for Introducing 3D SLAM Structure to VPR
(University of Waterloo, 2024-04-29)Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) is a critical foundation to a wide variety of robotic applications. Visual SLAM systems rely on Visual Place Recognition (VPR) for map maintenance and loop-closing so their ... -
On Large Polynomial Multiplication in Certain Rings
(University of Waterloo, 2018-04-11)Multiplication of polynomials with large integer coefficients and very high degree is used in cryptography. Residue number system (RNS) helps distribute a very large integer over a set of smaller integers, which makes ... -
On Legible and Predictable Robot Navigation in Multi-Agent Environments
(University of Waterloo, 2022-11-24)Legibility has recently become an important property to consider in the design of social navigation planners. Legible motion is intent-expressive, which when employed during social robot navigation, allows others to quickly ... -
On Luxury
(University of Waterloo, 2010-09-29)Indulgent and desirable, luxury both boasts and seduces. Luxury is an elaboration on the essential, manifest in forms of etiquette and exclusion. Films index both reality and fantasy. They reflect, denounce, and ... -
On Magic State Distillation using Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
(University of Waterloo, 2008-01-25)Physical implementations of quantum computers will inevitably be subject to errors. However, provided that the error rate is below some threshold, it is theoretically possible to build fault tolerant quantum computers that ... -
On Making
(University of Waterloo, 2014-01-23)Grasping the wooden handle of a dozukime saw with both hands, I make a rip-cut into a block of eastern white pine, leaving behind a 1/64-inch wide kerf. I am cutting a dovetail: a wood joint developed over five-thousand ... -
On Memory for Everyday Symbols
(University of Waterloo, 2023-05-25)This thesis investigated the memorability of common graphic symbols (e.g., !@#$%) and logos. In an initial set of 4 experiments, participants were presented during study with symbols or words (e.g., $ or ‘dollar’). In ... -
On Message Authentication in 4G LTE System
(University of Waterloo, 2015-08-26)After decades of evolution, the cellular system has become an indispensable part of modern life. Together with the convenience brought by the cellular system, many security issues have arisen. Message integrity protection ... -
On MMSE Approximations of Stationary Time Series
(University of Waterloo, 2014-01-20)In a large number of applications arising in various fields of study, time series are approximated using linear MMSE estimates. Such approximations include finite order moving average and autoregressive approximations as ... -
On Modeling Three-Phase Flow in Discretely Fractured Porous Rock
(University of Waterloo, 2013-03-22)Numerical modeling of fluid flow and dissolved species transport in the subsurface is a challenging task, given variability and measurement uncertainty in the physical properties of the rock, the complexities of multi-fluid ... -
On moments and related quantities in insurance surplus analysis
(University of Waterloo, 2014-08-15)In risk theory, the time to ruin is one of the central quantities. The Laplace transform, density and moments of the time to ruin have been studied by many authors under different risk model assumptions. The Gerber-Shiu ... -
On multiple random locations of stationary processes
(University of Waterloo, 2019-01-18)We generalize the concept of intrinsic location functionals to accommodate n=2 random locations, which we combine together in either sets or vectors. For the set-valued case of "intrinsic multiple-location functionals" we ... -
On near-free-surface dynamics of thin polymer films
(University of Waterloo, 2009-04-24)Studies show that dynamical properties of ultra-thin polymer films deviate from those of bulk materials. Despite some controversial issues, there is growing evidence indicating that the interfacial properties play a key ... -
On Non-Binary Constellations for Channel Encoded Physical Layer Network Coding
(University of Waterloo, 2012-04-23)This thesis investigates channel-coded physical layer network coding, in which the relay directly transforms the noisy superimposed channel-coded packets received from the two end nodes, to the network-coded combination ...