• HPKO Tank Replacement 

      Alsina Sanchez, Angel (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2016)
      The HPKO (Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil) is utilized for the manufacturing of Product X at Alsina Inc. Oil raw material was originally stored in a tank made of carbon steel which is located in the company’s premises. ...
    • Human Interaction Reduction in Hydroponics Systems 

      Rivera Collazo, Fernando A. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2016)
      Hydroponic is a topic that is growing every day. Hydroponic can be defined as the crop method without the use of soil. Hydroponic systems provide the capacity to produce large amount of healthy vegetables free of toxics ...
    • Hurricane Resistant Curtain Wall System 

      Pérez Muñoz, Claudia (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)
      Puerto Rico is in the storm and hurricane trajectory zone. For the past years we have seen an increase in the quantity and intensity of these atmospheric phenomena due to climate changes. On September 20, 2017 Hurricane ...
    • HVAC Improvement for a Granulation Room of a Solid Dosage Manufacturer 

      Rodríguez Fernández, Yolanda (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2016)
      A pharmaceutical facility located in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico is dedicated to the manufacturing and packaging of prescription and consumer products that include tablets, caplets, capsules and powder for oral suspensions. ...
    • A Hybrid Deterministic/Genetic Test Generator to Improve Fault Effectiveness and Reduce CPU Time Run 

      Cruz, Alfredo (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2004)
      This paper focuses on an evolutionary algorithm (EA) approach in the development of effective test vector generation for single and multiple fault detection in VLSI circuits. The genetic operators (selection, crossover, ...
    • Hydrologic -Hydraulic Study for an Urban Project Adjacent to a River with no Base Flood 

      Martínez Barroso, Ana I. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2010)
      The massive land development increases the impervious areas of watershed, which induces high runoff and downstream flooding problems especially in areas adjacent to a river. It is extremely important to determinate a ...
    • Hydrology and Hydraulic Study of an Existing Bridge on Veguitas River 

      Báez Alicea, Carolyn (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2012)
      Abstract - This paper summarizes the hydraulic and hydrology studies perform to determine the capacity and replacement structure of an existing bridge. The studies will be performed at a Bridge in Veguitas River in the ...
    • Hyperbolic, Ultrastatic Wormhole Solution to the Vacuum Effective Gravity Equations in Randall Sundrum Brane World 

      Ulloa, Ernesto (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2005)
      We provide a traversable wormhole solution to the effective vacuum gravity equations in Randall Sundrum brane world scenario. We argue that graviton effects from the bulk spacetime can stabilize the wormhole"s throat against ...
    • Identificación correcta de producto a la salida del horno de secado 

      Miranda Casillas, Luis A. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)
      Las etiquetas de los productos son una pieza clave para la comunicación entre el fabricante y su cliente final. Existen agencias de gobierno que establecen regulaciones en cuanto a la información que debe incluir una ...
    • Identificación de Zonas Idóneas para el Cultivo de Cacao en Puerto Rico Utilizando la Tecnología Geoespacial 

      Flores Dones, Arvin J. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2015)
      The Objective of the present work was to establish geographic features that will identify suitable for cocoa cultivation areas in Puerto Rico. To identify areas where the greatest potential for growing cacao, was used ...
    • Identificación del Uso de EPP en la Compañía BM Construcción – Proyecto: Residencia Ozuna Meléndez 

      Díaz Ríos, Gabriel Ángel (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      Nos interesa estudiar el uso de elementos de protección personal (EPP) en el campo de la construcción, ya que de este depende la integridad de los trabajadores y los intereses de la empresa mientras desarrollan su labor. ...
    • Identification of Contributing Factors Impacting Aircraft Engine Component Repair Instructions Development 

      Marcano Cruz, Wilmaris (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)
      The development of repair instructions for aircraft engine components is complex and vulnerable to errors during development, affecting the completion and delivery on a timely manner. The purpose of this project was to ...
    • Identifying and Developing Potential Leaders in your Organization 

      Quiñones Santiago, Steven R. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)
      Identifying high potential employees for future leadership roles is essential for any business. If done correctly an organization can benefit with higher profits and product innovation. For this, talent farms are needed ...
    • Identifying Areas for Cultivating Industrial Hemp in Puerto Rico Using Geospatial Technologies 

      Ramos de Jesús, Alejandro (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      This investigation focuses on determining areas that are optimal for growing industrial hemp in Puerto Rico. Using a multicriteria decision-making model, weights were calculated and assigned to each variable. Weights help ...
    • Identifying damage in reciprocating air compressors 

      González, Cándido; Monroig, Julio H. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 1994-12)
      We used a parametric analysis for a reciprocating air compressor to determine its working conditions. We also connected measuring devises which allowed us to determine the real performance of our compressor. From this point ...
    • Idle Time & Scrap Reduction on a Laser Production Cell 

      Ortiz Rodríguez, Joshua M. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      This project focuses on the application of the Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control (DMAIC) methodology to improve the efficiency of a laser production cell within a medical device company. The company currently faces ...
    • Idle Time Reduction in Formulation Room 

      Berríos Colón, Mitchelle (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)
      The Amgen Manufacturing Limited formulation room was impacted by the increase of forecasted variable demand for 2019 and 2020. During the evaluation it was found that decreases in demand for certain months caused an increase ...
    • Image Object Recognition Using Apache Hadoop and Python 

      Del Valle Maldonado, Jaileen (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)
      The amount of data generated by people each day on social media platforms is increasing at an alarming rate. Studies performed show that approximately 1.5 billion images are uploaded to the ...
    • The Impact of a Quality Management System (QMS) on the Scientific Software Development Process – A Case Study of a Small Company 

      Nieves Cruz, Sherly Ann (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      Developing software for scientific applications is an intricate and multifaceted process that requires meticulous attention to detail. Implementing a QMS to provide a comprehensive framework that integrates all quality ...
    • The Impact of COVID-19 in the A/E/C Industry 

      Lopez Rivera, Jorge A. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2021)
      The project establishes a guide that will aid the A/E/C industry in implementing organizational change during times of adversity, such as what is being experienced due to the COVID-19 pandemic, in order to create a proactive ...