The Geometry of some Fibonacci Identities in the Hosoya Triangle

In this paper we explore some Fibonacci identities that are interpreted geometrically in the Hosoya triangle. Specifically we explore a generalization of the Cassini and Catalan identities from a geometric point of view. We also extend some properties present in the Pascal triangle to the Hosoya triangle.Comment: There are 16 figures representing Fibonacci identities in the Hosoya triangl

Tone Reproduction in Virtual Reality

High dynamic range imaging has become very popular over the years in the field of computer graphics and games. The process of tone reproduction compresses the dynamic range of brightness in a scene to the lower range of display devices, thus making it an essential process in the graphics rendering pipeline. Various tone mapping operators have been tested for static viewing conditions. However, perceptual and temporal adaptation may vary for immersive viewing in a Virtual Reality environment. This thesis implements Ward et al. model (1994), Ward et al. model, Histogram Adjustment (1997) and Irawan, Ferwerda and Marschner model (2005) for static and immersive inputs. Faculty and students from the college took part in a personal survey to rate the tone mapped results based on their level of resemblance to real-life outdoor environments as well as the level of visibility in the lighter and darker regions. The proposed hypothesis states that immersion produces a measurable effect on our preference for a suitable tone reproduction model. This hypothesis is tested with the help of null hypothesis testing methods and some regression analysis on the data gathered from the survey

Trouble on the Friendship Express?

The Maitreyi (Friendship) Express, the rail service between India and Bangladesh that was restarted recently evoked nostalgia and hopes for stronger ties between the two nations. However, it will take more than a rail link to deal with fears of infiltration by Bangladeshi Muslims that is being used in aggressive political rhetoric

Human-elephant Conflicts and the Preservation of Elephant Corridors in Digboi Forest Division Area

The study is based on the elephant corridors of the Digboi Forest Division area located under Tinsukia district of Assam. The town is enriched with natural resources like oil and coal and in the process of setting up any developmental projects, the elephant corridors are affected. The main objectives of the paper are to highlight the human-elephant conflict under the Digboi Forest Division area and the role played by the forest department and the common people.  The data were collected from primary and secondary sources. The primary data includes field visits and the secondary data includes governmental reports. The paper suggests that, to preserve the environment and the elephant corridors, the groups of people working for environment and wildlife should play a proactive role. The elephant corridors should be protected legally and there should be less interference of people in those areas

Examining The Role Of Intra-Household Bargaining In The Adoption Of Green Technology

This paper investigates factors that affect gender-based differences in intra-household bargaining power that are reflected in consumption decisions regarding the adoption of green technology. Using data from the Indian Human Development Survey-II and a probit regression analysis, I find that increasing the level of a woman’s education (a proxy for increasing bargaining power) increases the likelihood of her household adopting LPG, the cleanest fuel option available. I also create an experimental design to serve as a next step for future research and target data collection on individual-level factors and environmental outcomes. The setup is for a potential intervention that assesses whether there are gender-based differences in the propensity for men and women to purchase improved cookstoves, given increased access to credit as a means to increase bargaining power in the household