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On some topics in Levy insurance risk models
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-16)Risk management has long been the central focus within actuarial science. There are various risks a typical actuarial company would look into, solvency risk being one of them. This falls under the scope of surplus analysis. ... -
Generalizations of the Gap Principle and the Thue-Siegel Principle, with Applications to Diophantine Equations
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-16)In this thesis we develop generalizations of two well-known principles from the theory of Diophantine approximation, namely the gap principle and the Thue-Siegel principle. Our results find their applications in the theory ... -
Correlation and Communication via a Quantum Field
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-15)We study the ability of qubit detectors to i) extract correlations from, and ii) transmit quantum information through, a quantum field. We start by perturbatively studying the harvesting of correlations from thermal and ... -
Engaging beyond the meter: Encouraging residential energy management using smart grid tools
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-15)With scientists around the world indicating a brief window of opportunity for reducing irreversible climate change impacts, the time has never been more pressing for sustainability transitions (IPCC, 2018). The role of ... -
Contextualizing Science for Value-Conscious Communication
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-15)Democracy hinges on the personal and civic decision-making capabilities of publics. In our increasingly technoscientific world, being well-informed requires an understanding of science. Despite acknowledging public ... -
Computability Theory and Some Applications
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-15)We explore various areas of computability theory, ranging from applications in computable structure theory primarily focused on problems about computing isomorphisms, to a number of new results regarding the degree-theoretic ... -
Generalized Rate-Distortion Functions of Videos
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-15)Customers are consuming enormous digital videos every day via various kinds of video services through terrestrial, cable, and satellite communication systems or over-the-top Internet connections. To offer the best possible ... -
Applications of Stochastic Gradient Descent to Nonnegative Matrix Factorization
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-15)We consider the application of stochastic gradient descent (SGD) to the nonnegative matrix factorization (NMF) problem and the unconstrained low-rank matrix factorization problem. While the literature on the SGD algorithm ... -
Characterization of laminar separation bubbles using infrared thermography
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-11)An experimental investigation of laminar separation bubbles is presented, demonstrating the feasibility of employing infrared thermography for identification and quantitative characterization of a laminar separation bubble. ... -
Structural Controls and Deformation History of the Orogenic Island Gold Deposit, Michipicoten Greenstone Belt, Ontario
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-11)Island Gold is a currently producing mine on the high-grade orogenic Island Gold deposit in northern Ontario. It is located within the southern domain of the regional Goudreau Lake Deformation Zone (GLDZ), which trends ... -
Control techniques in spin based quantum computation
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-11)Working on quantum systems entail different interests, for example, working on fundamental understanding of quantum systems also lay foundation for better quantum computation techniques. A test for whether a system is ... -
Violation of an augmented set of Leggett-Garg inequalities and the implementation of a continuous in time velocity measurement
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-11)Macroscopic realism (MR) is the view that a system may possess definite properties at any time independent of past or future measurements, and may be tested experimentally using the Leggett-Garg inequalities (LGIs). In ... -
Unitary Correlation Sets and their Applications
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-04)We relate Connes' embedding problem in operator algebras to the Brown algebra Unc(n), which is defined as the universal unital C*-algebra generated by the entries of an n x n unitary matrix. In particular, we show that the ... -
A Statistical Response to Challenges in Vast Portfolio Selection
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-04)The thesis is written in response to emerging issues brought about by an increasing number of assets allocated in a portfolio and seeks answers to puzzling empirical findings in the portfolio management area. Over the ... -
Canadian Border Security: Examining Border Services Officer and Traveller Knowledge Concerning Interaction Narratives and Technologization Within the Windsor Borderland
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-04)Through contrasting institutional discourses with frontline official and non-official knowledge gleaned from interaction narratives from past social interactions and supplied by border services officers (BSOs) and members ... -
Application-Based Measures for Developing Cyber-Resilient Control and Protection Schemes in Power Networks
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-04)Electric power systems are a part of the most-crucial infrastructure on which societies depend. In order to operate efficiently and reliably, the physical layer in large electric power networks is coupled with a cyber ... -
Simulation and Techno-Economic Analysis of the AChT Green Methanol Process
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-03)Methanol is a valuable commodity with many uses. It is used to manufacture other chemicals such as olefins, formaldehyde, and methyl-tert-butyl ether (MTBE). Methanol is also being researched as an alternative fuel for ... -
Dynamic Scheduling and Control of MEA Absorption Processes for CO2 Capture Using gProms
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-03)There are three general approaches for the mitigation of carbon emissions from fossil fuel fired power plants; pre-combustion, oxyfuel and post-combustion carbon capture. The post-combustion absorption process using MEA ... -
Resource Management in Next Generation Cellular Networks
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-03)Fifth generation of cellular networks brings new challenges to the network operators as new applications create new demands. In this thesis, we will study different topics on cellular networks, explain the challenges of ... -
Invariant manifold theory for impulsive functional differential equations with applications
(University of Waterloo, 2019-07-03)The primary contribution of this thesis is a development of invariant manifold theory for impulsive functional differential equations. We begin with an in-depth analysis of linear systems, immersed in a nonautonomous ...