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Solar energy is one of the most promising energy sources in the world. The amount of sun's radiation reaching the earth's surface can be utilized for producing power. The conversion of solar energy to electrical energy is attainable by the utilization of Photovoltaic (PV) techno…

The present study is concerned with the dynamic behaviour of a shallow steel cylindrical shell subjected to an explosive blast. Although powerful numerical methods, such as the finite element method exist for the investigation of a multitude of problems in structural mechanics, …

This dissertation introduces a panel data method to estimate country-specific steady state levels of output in an augmented Solow growth model. The use of panel data permits the estimation of a country-specific effect which can explain the surprising result that many developing …