Research@THEA: Recent submissions
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Identification and quality assessment of high nature value (HNV) farmland in the North-West of Ireland.
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2015)High Nature Value (HNV) farmland is farmland that is managed at low intensity and which supports a high diversity of flora and fauna. HNV farmland has been acknowledged as being essential to the conservation of biodiversity ... -
The effect of organic fibres on the undrained shear strength of soil
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2013)Accurate determination of soil’s undrained shear strength is essential to make informed decisions regarding construction or maintenance problems. Reduced scale modelling can achieve accurate predictions of in-situ field ... -
An investigation of geosynthetic reinforced piled embankments with particular reference to embankment extremities
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2013)The design of reinforced piled embankments is a complex soil-structure interaction problem involving embankment fill, geosynthetic reinforcement, a pile group and the soft underlying soil. In designing a reinforced piled ... -
Pulsed power supply for micro electrochemical machining
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2013)Manufactured products are becoming smaller, lighter and more compact, while standards and quality requirements are rising. Micro-machining is finding more applications in many products in the aerospace, automotive, medical ... -
Test Sligo 210817
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MG test
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An investigation of the trace organic contamination of Irish groundwater and a review of current analytical techniques
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 1997)Groundwater is a major natural resource in Ireland. It has been estimated that 30% of the drinking water supply in Ireland is provided by this source. Most of the groundwater is of a potable quality but any contamination ... -
Establishment of a laboratory accredition system within the mining industry
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 1995)Both metals and minerals are of pivotal importance to modem lifestyles and this situation will continue for the foreseeable future. Despite this obvious need for metals, people have a fear of the polluting emissions ... -
The role of statutory and non-statutory bodies charged with environmental responsibility in the Irish Republic
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 1995)Primary responsibility for the protection of the environment in Ireland lies with the Department of the Environment, however many other government departments have both general and specific responsibilities in this ... -
Environmental education in primary schools
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2004)It is essential that people are educated in relation to the environment in order that sustainability is achieved. The younger that children are educated on these matters the greater the likelihood that it manifests itself ... -
Measurement of ambient concentrations of benzene, toluene and xylene in the vicinity of petrol service stations
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 1999)Ambient air monitoring in the vicinity of three petrol service stations was undertaken to determine concentrations of three volatile organic compounds; benzene, toluene and xylene (BTX). Quantitative measurements were ... -
Rehabilitation of existing sewerage infrastructure
(Institute of Technology, Sligo., 2004)This dissertation has been produced for the research section of the Environmental Protection MSc, from Sligo Institute of Technology. The overall objective of the study was to highlight Infiltration and Exfiltration in ... -
A study into the implementation of S. I. no. 543 of 2002, "Emissions of volatile organic compounds from the organic solvents regulations, 2002" at local authority level
(Institute of Technology, Sligo., 2004)The vehicle coating and refinishing sector are facing increased regulatory and environmental pressures. This is a relatively novel experience for proprietors o f workshops, who because o f their subdued existence and ... -
Environmental management of the wastewater functions of a local authority
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Environmental management and auditing : relevant aspects of its development and implementation
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 1994)The concept o f Environmental Management and Auditing (EMA) is one that has only come to prominence in recent years but is fast gaining momentum EMA is part of a series of environmental protection measures which have ... -
A water quality study of Lough Gowna
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 1996)Lough Gowna, located on the borders of Counties Cavan and Longford is an important coarse fish angling lake, and also has stocks of brown trout. The lake attracts thousands of British, European and local anglers and has ... -
Managing the Donegal coast in the twenty-first century
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 1996)This thesis discusses the concept of coastal zone management in relation to County Donegal. An outline of the existing administrative and legislative structure for the coastal area of Donegal is given and the current ... -
A study of traffic-related particulate air pollution
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2001)Particulate air pollution (PMio) was monitored at a busy urban intersection using a continuous method. Meteorological conditions: wind speed, wind direction, air temperature and percent relative humidity were measured ... -
Environmental design techniques for the electronics industry
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 1997)Electronic products have increased dramatically in use in the last twenty years. The level of environmental awareness has been raised by governments and consumers but confusion frequently surrounds the design of cleaner ...