An economic analysis of counterfeit threaded fasteners in the construction industry
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Authors
Amidon, Bruce Douglas
Subjects
Threaded fasteners
substandard fasteners
game theory
substandard fasteners
game theory
Advisors
Carrick, Paul M.
Date of Issue
1990-06
Date
June 1990
Publisher
Monterey, California: Naval Postgraduate School
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Abstract
This thesis deals with the economic issues associated with the presence of substandard threaded fasteners in the construction industry. It begins with an overview of the engineering concepts and terminology which will be used throughout the remainder of the report. A short discussion is presented outlining the various mechanical forces which act upon these fasteners in order to develop an appreciation for the seriousness of the problem. Past and present problems within the fastener industry and market are also covered. The problem is then thoroughly analyzed through the use of mathematical models. The concepts of zero-sum and non-zero sum two player game theory are used to provide possible solutions to the problem.
Type
Thesis
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Department
Department of Administrative Sciences
Organization
Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.)
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Format
v, 52 p. ill.
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Distribution Statement
Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.
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This publication is a work of the U.S. Government as defined in Title 17, United States Code, Section 101. Copyright protection is not available for this work in the United States.