The Generalized Gamma Distribution and its applications | |
| Author | Sasithorn Dilokrungterapop |
| Call Number | AIT Thesis no.CA-83-5 |
| Subject(s) | Functions, Gamma Distributions, Theory of (Functional analysis) |
| Note | A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Science, School of Engineering and Technology |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Abstract | In this study, an attempt is first made to provide different methods for the estimation of the parameters of the Generalized Gamma Distribution (GGD). Related computational schemes are discussed and computer programs are developed. the estimation methods are then utilized to evaluate the applicability of the GGD to annual series of rainfall at different durations in Hong Kong and annual floods for many data sets collected worldwide. Finally, a simulation study is carried out to determine the best estimation method. It is found that the GGD can fit these annual series. Moreover, the method of maximum likelihood is found to be the best among all the methods considered, followed by a method of mixed moments. Having been tested by their use in the analysis of actual and simulated data, the developed computer programs can be readily useful for practical applications. |
| Year | 1983 |
| Type | Thesis |
| School | School of Engineering and Technology |
| Department | Department of Information and Communications Technologies (DICT) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Computer Application (CA) |
| Chairperson(s) | Huynh, Ngoc Phien |
| Examination Committee(s) | Kanchit Malaivongs ;Hoshi, Kiyoshi |
| Scholarship Donor(s) | Carl Duisberg Gesellschaft E.V. |
| Degree | Thesis (M.Sc.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 1983 |