Developing the CAST Highlight CO2 Emission Estimator (Beta) - February 2024
CAST Research Labs studied the impact of removing green deficiencies detected by CAST Highlight on CO2 emissions and energy consumption in custom software applications. The study led to a formula for estimating potential CO2 emission reductions, which was integrated into the new CAST Highlight CO2 E
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Bayesian Estimation and Hypothesis Testing in Statistics for Engineers
In this course on Bayesian Estimation and Hypothesis Testing for Engineers, various concepts such as point estimation, conditional expectation, Maximum a posteriori estimator, hypothesis testing, and error analysis are covered. Topics include turning conditional PDF/PMF estimates into one number, es
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Efficient Stack Emission Monitoring Procedure for Air Quality Control
Stack emission monitoring is crucial for industries to assess and reduce pollutants in exhaust air. This procedure involves tasks like measurement, testing, and analysis of flue gases. Sampling sites are selected strategically for accurate readings, and molecular weight and gas velocity are determin
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Understanding Laser Technology: Principles, Applications, and Einstein's Coefficients
Exploring the fascinating world of lasers, this content delves into the principles governing laser technology, including the concept of stimulated emission by Einstein. It covers the characteristics of lasers, different types, and the significant contributions of pioneers in the field. The explanati
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Estimation Clipboard 68 and New Esti-Mysteries Resources
Dive into Estimation Clipboard 68 and explore new Esti-Mysteries and Number Sense resources for everyday use in the classroom. Discover engaging activities and tools designed by Steve Wyborney to enhance mathematical learning experiences. Watch the instructional video, solve the bear estimation chal
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Understanding Reference Emission Level in REDD
REDD (Reducing Emission from Deforestation and Forest Degradation) involves a system for producing carbon credits, including steps like setting baseline emission levels, devising deforestation reduction strategies, monitoring changes, managing carbon credit sales, and distributing income. Organizati
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Project Cost Estimation: Methods and Factors
Project cost estimation involves valuing all monetary aspects necessary for planning, implementing, and monitoring a project. This includes various entrants such as preliminary investigation costs, design fees, construction expenses, and more. The purpose of cost estimation is to determine work volu
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Using the Estimation Clipboard in the Classroom
Explore tips for effectively using the Estimation Clipboard in the classroom to engage students in mathematical reasoning and estimation activities. The process involves inviting students to share estimates, encouraging written estimates and discussions, and revealing answers to promote engagement a
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Compliance Guide for Rule 205: Emission Offsets & Mobile Source Credits
Rule 205 outlines the process for generating emission offsets through voluntary mobile source emission reduction credits in Maricopa County. The rule-making process, state implementation plan submission, and permit conditions related to Rule 205 are discussed. The preparation for compliance includes
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3D Human Pose Estimation Using HG-RCNN and Weak-Perspective Projection
This project focuses on multi-person 3D human pose estimation from monocular images using advanced techniques like HG-RCNN for 2D heatmaps estimation and a shallow 3D pose module for lifting keypoints to 3D space. The approach leverages weak-perspective projection assumptions for global pose approxi
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Dealing with Range Anxiety in Mean Estimation
Dealing with range anxiety in mean estimation involves exploring methods to improve accuracy when estimating the mean value of a random variable based on sampled data. Various techniques such as quantile truncation, quantile estimation, and reducing dynamic range are discussed. The goal is to reduce
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Understanding the Principle and Working of Semiconductor Lasers
Semiconductor lasers operate through absorption, spontaneous emission, and stimulated emission processes. Absorption of radiation causes electrons to jump to higher energy levels, leading to light emission. Spontaneous emission is when excited electrons return to ground state by emitting photons, wh
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Zero-Emission Powertrain Certification Workshop Highlights
Workshop materials and agenda from the Zero-Emission Powertrain Certification 3rd Public Workshop held in El Monte, CA on March 20, 2018, discussing the ZEP Cert framework, applicability, testing, monitoring requirements, and more. The workshop aimed to accelerate the adoption of zero-emission techn
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Understanding Photophysics: Emission and Luminescence Processes
Photophysics explores the emission and loss processes in luminescent phenomena, named based on the excitation mode of energy-rich species. Different types of luminescence include fluorescence, phosphorescence, and chemiluminescence. Bioluminescence in nature, such as in fireflies and dinoflagellates
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Estimation Puzzle: How Many Blue Rocks in the Vase?
A fun estimation challenge where clues are provided to narrow down the possibilities of the number of blue rocks in a vase. By using critical thinking and estimation skills, participants deduce that there are 65 blue rocks in the vase. Test your estimation abilities with engaging visual clues and de
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Emission Requirements Discussion at 3GPP TSG-RAN-WG4 Meeting #99-e
Discussion at the 3GPP TSG-RAN-WG4 Meeting #99-e focused on emission-related radiated requirements for DL and UL in relation to adjacent channel protection in NR specifications. Various options and candidates for defining ACLR were explored, along with considerations for spurious emissions and OBUE
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Insights into Radio and X-ray Emission in Radio-Quiet Quasars
Radio galaxies are categorized as radio-loud or radio-quiet based on the presence of jets and lobes. Unlike radio-loud quasars, the nuclear radio emission in radio-quiet quasars does not originate from large-scale jets. Possible explanations include broad absorption lines, magnetically accelerated e
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Dual-Pol Observations in NW Environment OLYMPEX Planning Meeting
The OLYMPEX planning meeting in Seattle on January 22, 2015 discussed the contribution of polarimetric S-band radar in rain estimation systems targeted by OLYMPEX. The use of specific differential phase (Kdp) helps in minimizing assumptions about drop size distribution, convective/stratiform distinc
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Fermi Problems and Estimation Techniques in Science
Understand Enrico Fermi's approach to problem-solving through estimation in science as demonstrated by Fermi Problems. These problems involve making educated guesses to reach approximate answers, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and estimation skills. Explore the application of Fermi Problem
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Zero Emission Vehicle Transition Plan Phase II Presentation to SACOG TCC
California Air Resources Board (CARB) mandated the transition to 100% zero-emission fleets by 2040 for all transit agencies, leading SACOG to roll out Zero Emission Bus (ZEB) programs. The ZEV Planning Phase II report details the introduction, garage concepts, ZEB transition, costs, and next steps i
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Detailed Overview of Emissions Development in Louisiana
Emissions Processing System (EPS3) generates chemically speciated, gridded formats required by CAMx, with a focus on raw annual/ozone season county/parish-level emission inventory files and support data. Spatial and temporal profiles, along with cross-reference files, are essential for this work, co
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Global Low Emission Capacity Building Programme Overview
The Low Emission Capacity Building Programme is a global initiative by UNDP aimed at enhancing capacities for designing and implementing Low Emission Development Strategies and national mitigation actions in various sectors. It includes components like GHG inventory management, NAMAs, LEDS, MRV, and
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Foundations of Parameter Estimation and Decision Theory in Machine Learning
Explore the foundations of parameter estimation and decision theory in machine learning through topics such as frequentist estimation, properties of estimators, Bayesian parameter estimation, and maximum likelihood estimator. Understand concepts like consistency, bias-variance trade-off, and the Bay
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Insights into the Dutch Coach Industry and Low Emission Zones
Discover the Dutch coach industry landscape, including the market share of KNV members, emission regulations in low emission zones, and challenges faced by coach companies like Leo Ringelberg Touringcars. Explore how KNV is advocating for cleaner coaches and addressing restrictions in important tour
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Zero Emission Vehicles: Forecasting Fleet Scenarios & Emissions Implications
This research project, conducted by Louis Berger U.S. Inc. & Sonoma Technology Inc., explores the implications of adopting zero emission vehicles through forecasting fleet scenarios and estimating emissions reductions. The study assesses the potential increase in zero emission vehicle population, em
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Software Development Cost Estimation Best Practices
Explore key principles and techniques for accurate cost estimation in software development projects. Discover the importance of the 5WHH principle, management spectrum, critical practices, resource estimation, estimation options, and decomposition techniques for improved project planning. Learn abou
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Understanding Estimation and Statistical Inference in Data Analysis
Statistical inference involves acquiring information and drawing conclusions about populations from samples using estimation and hypothesis testing. Estimation determines population parameter values based on sample statistics, utilizing point and interval estimators. Interval estimates, known as con
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Advances in Tropical Cyclone Radar Rainfall Estimation
Reviewing past methods and introducing new tools for radar rainfall estimation in tropical cyclones. Discusses advancements in Dual Polarization rainfall estimation and NSSL's National Mosaic & Multi-Sensor Quantitative Precipitation Estimation. Includes insights on reflectivity-to-rainfall relation
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions Management in Warehouse Operations
The SQAS Assessor accreditation training in April 2022 focused on measuring and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in warehouse operations. The content covers emission questions, scope of emissions, energy consumption examples, disaggregation of emissions, emission intensity calculation, and strategi
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Symposium on Positron Emission Tomography and Boron Neutron Capture Therapy Time-Over-Threshold Calibration in J-PET
The 3rd Symposium on Positron Emission Tomography and 1st Symposium on Boron Neutron Capture Therapy focused on Time-Over-Threshold calibration within the framework of J-PET. The event outlined experimental details, event selection, results, and key features of the Jagiellonian Positron Emission Tom
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Applications and Importance of X-ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy in Analytical Chemistry
X-ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy (XRF) is a vital analytical technique used for qualitative and quantitative analysis of elements based on their X-ray emission characteristics. Dr. Uma Sharma, a Professor at Vikram University, details various X-ray analytical methods, including X-ray emission, Auger
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Late-Time Neutrino Emission Impact on DSNB Study
Explore the implications of late-time neutrino emission on the Diffuse Supernova Neutrino Background (DSNB) through core collapse supernovae simulations. The research delves into the dynamics of neutrino emission in different phases of supernova events and its relevance to understanding the DSNB.
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Introduction to Statistical Estimation in Machine Learning
Explore the fundamental concepts of statistical estimation in machine learning, including Maximum Likelihood Estimation (MLE), Maximum A Posteriori (MAP), and Bayesian estimation. Learn about key topics such as probabilities, interpreting probabilities from different perspectives, marginal distribut
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Agricultural Emission Inventory Data Reporting Requirements
This presentation discusses the data requirements for national emission inventories in the agricultural sector, covering greenhouse gas inventories, air pollutant inventories, National Inventory Reports, Large Combustion Plant Directive, National Emission Ceilings Directive, livestock emissions, and
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Real-World Black Carbon & Nitrogen Oxide Vehicle Emission Factors Study
This study presents real-world data on black carbon (BC) and nitrogen oxide (NO) vehicle emission factors gathered through on-road chasing campaigns. The research explores the influence of dilution and vehicle performance on emission factor calculations, with a focus on measuring emissions from vehi
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Understanding Two-Stage Local Linear Least Squares Estimation
This presentation by Prof. Dr. Jos LT Blank delves into the application of two-stage local linear least squares estimation in Dutch secondary education. It discusses the pros and cons of stochastic frontier analysis (SFA) and data envelopment analysis (DEA), recent developments in local estimation t
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Hawaii Statewide Greenhouse Gas Emission Rules Overview
The Hawaii Statewide Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emission Rules implemented by Act 234 in 2007 aim to limit statewide GHG emissions to 1990 levels by 2020. The rules include setting emission caps for stationary sources, conducting annual evaluations to track progress, and reporting GHG inventories regularl
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Washington State Emission Performance Standard Rulemaking Stakeholder Meeting Overview
This document provides detailed insights into the first stakeholder meeting regarding the Emission Performance Standard Rulemaking in Washington State. It covers key agenda items, reviews of RCW 80.80 GHG Emission Performance Standard, definitions related to CCCT and baseload electric generation, an
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Advanced Gaze Estimation Techniques: A Comprehensive Overview
Explore advanced gaze estimation techniques such as Cross-Ratio based trackers, Geometric Models of the Eye, Model-based Gaze Estimation, and more. Learn about their pros and cons, from accurate 3D gaze direction to head pose invariance. Discover the significance of Glint, Pupil, Iris, Sclera, and C
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Understanding the Black-Scholes Formula and Volatility Estimation
The Black-Scholes formula, developed by Dr. Fernando Diz, is a widely used model for pricing options. This formula calculates the theoretical price of an option based on various inputs, with volatility being a key factor. Volatility estimation can be done through historical or implied methods, each
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