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Tests were performed to determine and compare the aspirating effectiveness of 10- to 24-inch sizes of a stationary siphoning type of automatic roof Ventilator. The basic principles of Ventilator design were studied critically, and suitable apparatus and methods of carrying out the tests were designed accordingly. One series of tests consisted of mounting a Ventilator on a ten-foot stack at the mouth of a calibrated wind tunnel, and by measuring with a Velometer the Velocity of the air traveling up the stack, determining the volume of air drawn through the stack while winds of from two to seven miles per hour were blowing across the ventilator. The second series of tests was identical with the first, except that the Ventilator was removed and the wind was directed across the open end of the stack. Stacks and ventilators of sizes 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, and 24 inches were tested. All test results are based on zero difference in temperature between the wind tunnel air and the stack air and on no friction loss in the stack. The capacities listed are for standard air at 70°F and a barometric pressure of 29.92 inches of mercury. The tests revealed several interesting facts. The open stacks were found to be more effective than the Ventilators when the wind Velocity across the Ventilators was less than about 4.5 miles per hour; but the Ventilators proved better than the open stacks at wind Velocities above 4.5 miles per hour. For the series of Ventilators tested, the relationship between discharge capacity and wind Velocity across any given ventilator was found to be approximately linear. It was observed that small disturbances in the air currents around the Ventilator head seriously affect the discharge and that for maximum effectiveness, it is necessary to have ample window opening in the room to be ventilated. / Master of Science

This thesis is a study of three of the.literary works of Jacques Benoit: Jos Carbone, Les Princes and Gisèle et le serpent. It will be an attempt to combine different spatial elements of the texts, literal and symbolic, in order to define and explore the imaginary universe of our author. In our first text, Jos Carbone, we look to establish the role of the unconscious. The background predominance of night and dark elements, unseen invaders, habitations, in short, the forest in general appears as a metaphor for the unconscious mind of the hero Jos Carbone. In our analysis, we attempt to explore this imaginary universe with intent to establish the theme of the territorial quest as it might apply to the central couple Jos and Myrtie. In our analysis of Benoit's novel, Les Princes, we endeavour to explore the allegorical world with an emphasis on the nonverbal communication of both the topography and the inhabitants of la Ville. We observe the confrontation of men and dogs in an effort to examine the role of what is considered civil or animal, pet or prey. The impotency and frustration of Coquin society coupled with corrupt Grâligean authority evoke the ideas of Jean-Jacques Rousseau on social inequality. We shall, therefore, attempt to apply some of his beliefs to imaginary elements of the novel. Finally, we shall examine the unvoiced refutation of the Grâligean's verbal law and the possible future outcome of la Ville's violent upheaval. Gisèle et le serpent will be studied in terms of a creative quest to write on the part of the hero and narrator, Gregoire Rabouin. We will take into account the displacement, transformation and constant motion of the text as well as the combination of fantastic and conventional elements. The role of the protagonist Gisèle is to be examined in terms of her capacity as role model, motivation to write and magical force behind the liberation of the hero's creative drive. We shall show the conflict created by the doctor's frustration with his rational profession and examine the unblocking of his creativity as portrayed by his relinquishing of control. Furthermore, an analysis of the parodies of his occupation, the deformation of language and patients as well as the fairy-tale format of the novel will confirm his desire to renounce medicine in favour of literary creation. Finally, we see the completion of Rabouin's narrative voyage in the discovery of his ability to write. In conclusion we shall state general observations about the imaginary universe as it applies to the comparison of our three texts. Specifically, this will entail the unconscious world, the violent and disruptive element and Benoit's tendency to stray from the rules of standard literary genres. / Arts, Faculty of / French, Hispanic, and Italian Studies, Department of / Graduate

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This thesis has explored the Historiography on William Hohenzollern from the viewpoint of eminent American, British and German historians. Specific phases or incidents have been taken out of William's life and have been analyzed with respect to the historian's viewpoint. The five main books that this study is mostly concerned with are:The Kaiser and His Times,, by Michael Balfour The Kaiser,, by Virginia Cowles The Kaiser, by Joachim von Kirenberg Wilhelm Hohenzollern, by Emil Ludwig The Kaiser on Trial, by George ViereckFive supporting books are used for more specific William's life:Kaiser and Chancellor, by Karl NowakThe Kaiser and His English Relations,, by Edward Benson The Fall of The Kaiser, by Maurice Baumont The Fall of The Dynasties., by Edmond TaylorHistory of The German General Staff, by Walter GoerlitzThis thesis traces the birth of William in 1888 to his abdication as Kaiser in November, 1918. Particular attention is paid to William's personality as seen by his biographers and the reasons for each biographer's study of William is explored.

Magíster en artes con mención en teoría e historia del arte / Análisis y reflexión en torno a las estrategias utilizadas por el cineasta chileno Raúl Ruiz para crear un modelo de invención fílmica a partir del desplazamiento de operaciones narrativas desde el texto literario al audiovisual, en “Palomita Blanca” (1973) y “Días de Campo” (2004). La investigación da cuenta del modo como a partir del trabajo de lectura desborde y torcedura de textos literario, Ruiz pone en crisis la concepción tradicional de máquina productora de espectáculos (políticos o de entretención) que ha dominado al cine, e impulsa el tránsito hacia lo que la creación cinematográfica pudo haber sido y todavía puede ser: una máquina de pensar

This dissertation focuses on The Ring Net, a documentary exhibition by the artist Will Maclean. The Ring Net is a collection of drawings, photographs and printed plans numbering more than three hundred and forty items, which was originally shown at the 'Third Eye Centre, Glasgow in 1978. It subsequently toured to various venues, mostly in Scotland, and was later bought by The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Edinburgh where it is presently held. The project is based on a particular method of sea fishing which used to be practised on the West Coast of Scotland. The subject of fishing is a consistent feature in the work of Maclean, although this particular undertaking is somewhat unusual as the artist has chosen a documentary approach. The initial period of research for the project was enabled by an Edinburgh-based charitable organisation, the Scottish International Education Trust. The artist continued to work on the project for some time afterwards, and the eventual exhibition was not shown until four and a half years later. The aim of this dissertation is to look at The Ring Net in its context. The period of its making is explored in some depth, as is the showing of the project at the Third Eye Centre and the various venues included in its tour. Though the methods and media used in The Ring Net are discussed, they do not constitute the main objective of the work. More space has been devoted to the documentary aspect of the project and the effect this had on the finished result. Unpublished sources such as a series of letters from the artist to a collaborator in Kintyre have been used to some extent.

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