@article{HausladenSchelsBuchneretal., author = {Hausladen, Matthias and Schels, Andreas and Buchner, Philipp and Bartl, Mathias and Asgharzade, Ali and Edler, Simon and Wohlfartsst{\"a}tter, Dominik and Bachmann, Michael and Schreiner, Rupert}, title = {Measurement of field emission array current distributions by metal-coated CMOS image sensors}, series = {Journal of Vacuum Science \& Technology B}, volume = {42}, journal = {Journal of Vacuum Science \& Technology B}, number = {6}, publisher = {AIP Publishing}, doi = {10.1116/6.0004074}, abstract = {A CMOS image sensor is utilized to determine the time- and spatially resolved distribution of the total electron emission current of a silicon field emission array. The sensor measures electron emission without the need for phosphorus screens or scintillators as converters. However, in initial experiments, rather low field emission currents of several hundreds of nanoamperes per emitter already damaged the sensor surface, which altered the systems' signal response over the measurement time. In consequence, we coated the CMOS sensor surface with a Cu layer for surface protection. In contrast to the original insulating surface, Cu is an excellent current- and heat-conductor, which avoids lens charging by providing a conductive path for incident electrons and has an improved heat dissipation capability. Measurements using a segmented field emission cathode with four individually addressable tips demonstrate a consistent correlation between the emission current and the sensor signal of the metal-coated image sensor. Furthermore, the characterization of a field emission array showed that single tip emission currents of up to 12 μA per tip are measurable without discernible damage effects of the sensor's surface.}, language = {en} } @article{SchultheissHornberger, author = {Schultheiß, Ulrich and Hornberger, Helga}, title = {Comparison of etchants for corrosion-resistant stainless steels in medical engineering}, series = {Practical Metallography}, volume = {62}, journal = {Practical Metallography}, number = {1}, publisher = {de Gruyter}, doi = {10.1515/pm-2024-0094}, pages = {19 -- 30}, abstract = {Corrosion-resistant stainless steels are widely used in medical engineering. Today, additive manufacturing techniques are also used for this purpose, in particular for implant steels. Additively processed materials sometimes react differently to etching than conventionally processed ones. The use of etchants for contrasting the microstructure must therefore be adapted. Chemical etching using V2A etchant, Murakami, and anhydrous Kalling solutions, as well as electrochemical etching using nitric acid, sodium hydroxide, and oxalic acid were performed. Etched samples made of conventionally processed X2CrNi-Mo17-12-2 were compared to samples manufactured using selective laser melting and sintering, and the optimal contrast was developed in each case. It can be shown that the different etchants reveal different microstructural constituents and that etchants must therefore be selected as a function of the application.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{FranzZuritaDiefenthaleretal., author = {Franz, Maja and Zurita, P{\´i}a and Diefenthaler, Markus and Mauerer, Wolfgang}, title = {Co-Design of Quantum Hardware and Algorithms in Nuclear and High Energy Physics}, series = {EPJ Web of Conferences}, volume = {295}, booktitle = {EPJ Web of Conferences}, publisher = {EDP Sciences}, doi = {10.1051/epjconf/202429512002}, abstract = {Quantum computing (QC) has emerged as a promising technology, and is believed to have the potential to advance nuclear and high energy physics (NHEP) by harnessing quantum mechanical phenomena to accelerate computations. In this paper, we give a brief overview of the current state of quantum computing by highlighting challenges it poses and opportunities it offers to the NHEP community. Noisy intermediate-scale quantum (NISQ) computers, while limited by imperfections and small scale, may hold promise for near-term quantum advantages when coupled with co-designed quantum algorithms and special-purpose quantum processing units (QPUs). We explore various applications in NHEP, including quantum simulation, event classification, and realtime experiment control, emphasising the potential of variational quantum circuits and related techniques. To identify current interests of the community, we perform an analysis of recent literature in NHEP related to QC.}, language = {en} } @unpublished{SchmidbauerLobeSchaeferetal., author = {Schmidbauer, Lukas and Lobe, Elisabeth and Sch{\"a}fer, Ina and Mauerer, Wolfgang}, title = {It's Quick to be Square: Fast Quadratisation for Quantum Toolchains}, abstract = {Many of the envisioned use-cases for quantum computers involve optimisation processes. While there are many algorithmic primitives to perform the required calculations, all eventually lead to quantum gates operating on quantum bits, with an order as determined by the structure of the objective function and the properties of target hardware. When the structure of the problem representation is not aligned with structure and boundary conditions of the executing hardware, various overheads degrading the computation may arise, possibly negating any possible quantum advantage. Therefore, automatic transformations of problem representations play an important role in quantum computing when descriptions (semi-)targeted at humans must be cast into forms that can be executed on quantum computers. Mathematically equivalent formulations are known to result in substantially different non-functional properties depending on hardware, algorithm and detail properties of the problem. Given the current state of noisy intermediate-scale quantum (NISQ) hardware, these effects are considerably more pronounced than in classical computing. Likewise, efficiency of the transformation itself is relevant because possible quantum advantage may easily be eradicated by the overhead of transforming between representations. In this paper, we consider a specific class of higher-level representations, i.e. polynomial unconstrained binary optimisation problems, and devise novel automatic transformation mechanisms into widely used quadratic unconstrained binary optimisation problems that substantially improve efficiency and versatility over the state of the art. We also identify what influence factors of lower-level details can be abstracted away in the transformation process, and which details must be made available to higher-level abstractions.}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{MuellerDannerBreidbachetal., author = {M{\"u}ller, Stefan and Danner, Christian and Breidbach, J{\"o}rg and Seidl, Markus and Hußlein, Thomas and Lauf, Wolfgang}, title = {Stochastic Modeling of Throughput Times of Supplier Parts for an Automotive Plant}, series = {Angewandte Forschung in der Wirtschaftsinformatik - Prozesse, Technologie, Anwendungen, Systeme und Management 2014: Tagungsband zur 27. AKWI-Jahrestagung vom 07. bis zum 10.09.2014 an der Oberbayerischen Technischen Hochschule Regensburg}, booktitle = {Angewandte Forschung in der Wirtschaftsinformatik - Prozesse, Technologie, Anwendungen, Systeme und Management 2014: Tagungsband zur 27. AKWI-Jahrestagung vom 07. bis zum 10.09.2014 an der Oberbayerischen Technischen Hochschule Regensburg}, publisher = {News \& Media}, isbn = {978-3-936527-38-4}, doi = {10.15771/978-3-936527-38-4}, pages = {35 -- 43 S}, abstract = {For modern production industries optimized supply of parts is a critical success factor. Especially in the automotive industry, the reliable supply of painted bodies for the fi nal assembly is essential for OEMs considering just in time or just in sequence processes. Additionally one central cost target is the avoidance of resorting for JIT/JIS processes. An essential workfl ow analysis is therefore the basis for making strategic or operational decisions such as the adjustment of the plant structure or increasing the number of products and variants manufactured simultaneously. In order to support strategic planning using simulation and planning systems, the modeling of the production process is required. This is particularly important for scheduling as no real manufacturing data is available and therefore prognosis based on the model are essential. Due to the short time and the limited human resources for a detailed modeling, it is essential to create a robust model with good accuracy and reduced complexity}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{Heinz, author = {Heinz, Florian}, title = {Robust Interpolation of Arbitrary-Dimensional Moving Regions in Databases}, series = {Proceedings of the 3rd ACM SIGSPATIAL International Workshop on Searching and Mining Large Collections of Geospatial Data, October 29th, 2024, Atlanta, USA}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the 3rd ACM SIGSPATIAL International Workshop on Searching and Mining Large Collections of Geospatial Data, October 29th, 2024, Atlanta, USA}, publisher = {ACM}, address = {New York, NY, USA}, doi = {10.1145/3681769.3698579}, pages = {13 -- 21}, abstract = {Moving Objects Databases are designed to store, process and efficiently search for database objects with attributes that can change over time. Examples are moving points, that change position over time, or, as a more complex data type, moving regions that can also change shape. For moving regions to be practically usable, methods for creating those objects have to be provided. The prevailing method for 2-dimensional moving regions is to create an interpolation of two static regions. Since this is a non-trivial task, this is referred to as the "Region Interpolation Problem", which still can not be considered as solved, since several unsolved questions remain. This work strives to give an overview on the Region Interpolation Problem, discuss an extension to 3d and higher dimensions and to present and discuss solutions to address some of the remaining obstacles.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{HoellerMuellerTrapet, author = {Hoeller, Christoph and Mueller-Trapet, Markus}, title = {Measured and predicted sound transmission through a laboratory concrete floor}, series = {INTER-NOISE and NOISE-CON Congress and Conference Proceedings, INTER-NOISE24, Nantes, France}, booktitle = {INTER-NOISE and NOISE-CON Congress and Conference Proceedings, INTER-NOISE24, Nantes, France}, publisher = {ingenta}, doi = {10.3397/IN_2024_3902}, pages = {7042 -- 7050}, abstract = {The direct sound transmission through a simple, massive, homogeneous building element with and without lining is investigated experimentally and compared with analytical and empirical models from the literature. A 150 mm thick concrete floor and a 100 mm thick floating floor were measured in the floor transmission facility of the National Research Council Canada, i.e. without flanking sound transmission. In addition to the sound reduction index and the normalized impact sound pressure level, loss factors, radiation efficiencies, and mean squared velocities were recorded in the laboratory. The measured data is compared to established models of sound transmission. A focus is placed on the calculation model of ISO 12354-1 (Appendix B), which uses calculated radiation efficiencies and loss factors to predict the sound reduction index of heavy, homogeneous building elements. Some difficulties with the calculation model and the examples in the standard are discussed. In principle, the results in this study show that the calculation model of ISO 12354-1 gives good estimates when the correct input parameters are used. However, deviations between the calculated and the measured loss factors and radiation efficiencies have large effects on the accuracy of the estimates, particularly in the region around the coincidence frequency.}, language = {en} } @article{EnglHerrmann, author = {Engl, Fabian and Herrmann, Frank}, title = {A Machine Learning based Approach on Employee Attrition Prediction with an Emphasize on predicting Leaving Reasons}, series = {Anwendungen und Konzepte der Wirtschaftsinformatik}, journal = {Anwendungen und Konzepte der Wirtschaftsinformatik}, number = {18}, publisher = {AKWI}, issn = {2296-4592}, doi = {10.26034/lu.akwi.2023.4488}, pages = {30 -- 40}, abstract = {Using Vitesco Technologies as an example, this article examines whether machine learning models are suitable for detecting employee attrition at an early stage, with the aim of uncovering underlying reasons for leaving. Nine different machine learning algorithms were examined: K-nearest-neighbors, Naive Bayes, logistic regression, a support vector machine, a neural network, a random forest, adaptive boosting, and two gradient boosting models. A three-way-holdout validation method was implemented to assess the quality of the results and measure both the f-score and the degree of model generalization. Initially, it was found that tree-based methods are best suited for classifying employees. A multiclass classification approach showed that under certain conditions it is even possible to predict the underlying leaving reasons.}, language = {en} } @misc{OPUS4-7892, title = {Proceedings of the 14th International Conference on Advances in System Simulation, SIMUL 2022, October 16 - 20, 2022, Lisbon, Portugal}, editor = {Herrmann, Frank}, publisher = {IARIA XPS Press}, isbn = {978-1-68558-001-8}, issn = {2308-4537}, pages = {85}, language = {en} } @article{HerrmannKerschbaum, author = {Herrmann, Frank and Kerschbaum, Andreas}, title = {Auswahl und Anwendung einer geeigneten Software zur standardisierten und automatisierten Berichterstellung im Service am Beispiel der Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH}, series = {Anwendungen und Konzepte der Wirtschaftsinformatik}, journal = {Anwendungen und Konzepte der Wirtschaftsinformatik}, number = {19}, publisher = {AKWI}, issn = {2296-4592}, doi = {10.26034/lu.akwi.2024.5946}, pages = {39 -- 50}, abstract = {Die Berichterstattung ist ein wichtiger Bestandteil der Aufgaben der MR. Aktuell fehlen zur Erledigung dieser Aufgabe festgelegte Standards, sowie ein Programm, das sich umfangreich f{\"u}r diese Aufgabenstellung eignet. Im Rahmen der vorliegenden Arbeit wird die Prozessstrecke des Prozesses zur Erstellung eines {\"O}lberichts aufgenommen und auf Schwachstellen untersucht. Anschließend erfolgt die Verbesserung der Schwachstellen durch die Einf{\"u}hrung einer neuen Software. Dise wird in einem phasenbasierten Prozess,in Anlehnung an das Phasenmodell zur Softwareauswahl nach Gronau, unter Einbezug festgelegter Kriterien sorgf{\"a}ltig ausgew{\"a}hlt. Das Ergebnis dieser Arbeit ist die Verbesserung des betrachteten Prozesses, sowie die Einf{\"u}hrung der Software DevExpress und die Erstellung eines ersten Entwurfsberichts welcher als Vorlage f{\"u}r die zuk{\"u}nftigen Berichte dient.}, language = {de} } @article{HerrmannJankerLaubmeier, author = {Herrmann, Frank and Janker, Sebastian and Laubmeier, Franz}, title = {Integration eines Support-Ticketsystems in die Prozesse des Gesch{\"a}ftsbereichs Informatik + Systeme}, series = {Anwendungen und Konzepte der Wirtschaftsinformatik}, journal = {Anwendungen und Konzepte der Wirtschaftsinformatik}, number = {20}, publisher = {AKWI}, issn = {2296-4592}, doi = {10.26034/lu.akwi.2024.6211}, pages = {67 -- 75}, abstract = {Eine effiziente Bearbeitung von Kundenanliegen und organisierte Hilfe zu einem digitalen Produkt sind f{\"u}r ein modernes Unternehmen wie die F.EE GmbH unabdingbar. Ein zentraler Bestandteil f{\"u}r ein Support-Team beim Bereitstellen dieser Dienstleistungen ist ein SupportTicketsystem mit Optionen zur Automatisierung von Arbeitsabl{\"a}ufen. Der Gesch{\"a}ftsbereich Informatik + Systeme des Unternehmens F.EE GmbH verwendet zurzeit ein Ticketsystem, das aufgrund eines endenden Supportzeitraums ersetzt werden muss. Ohne Supportunterst{\"u}tzung d{\"u}rften unter anderem Sicherheitsl{\"u}cken auftreten. Von den vielen am Markt verf{\"u}gbaren Systemen wurde das Open-Source-Ticketsystem ausgew{\"a}hlt. Zur effektiven Nutzung musste es signifikant erweitert werden.}, language = {de} } @article{HerrmannRiedlJanoschek, author = {Herrmann, Frank and Riedl, Nadine and Janoschek, Stefan}, title = {Konzeptionierung und Implementierung einer standardisierten RPA-Schnittstelle f{\"u}r eine Analytics-On-Demand-Self-Service-L{\"o}sung zur Bereitstellung von einkaufsbezogenen Daten in der Krones AG}, series = {Anwendungen und Konzepte der Wirtschaftsinformatik}, journal = {Anwendungen und Konzepte der Wirtschaftsinformatik}, number = {19}, publisher = {AKWI}, issn = {2296-4592}, doi = {10.26034/lu.akwi.2024.5510}, pages = {51 -- 63}, abstract = {Hohe Bearbeitungs- und Antwortzeiten von Tickets, die diverse Aufgaben aus dem Bereich Analytics inkludieren, f{\"u}hrten Corporate Procurement (CP) Processes and Systems zur Konzeptionierung und Implementierung einer standardisierten RPA-Schnittstelle, um einen Analytics-On-Demand-Self-Service zur Bereitstellung von einkaufsbezogenen Daten zu realisieren. Daf{\"u}r wurde zun{\"a}chst ein Anforderungskatalog erarbeitet, der als Basis f{\"u}r die Konzeptionierung und Implementierung aller zur Pr{\"u}fung der Funktionsf{\"a}higkeit der RPA-Schnittstelle erforderlichen Komponenten diente. Als Proof-of-Concept fungieren die Analytics-Use-Cases der Orderbuchabfrage und Abfrage von Einkaufsinfos{\"a}tzen mit Konditionen. Die durchgef{\"u}hrte Evaluation bescheinigt aus technischer und prozessualer Sicht den Erfolg des Projekts, wobei im Vordergrund die zuk{\"u}nftig nach Einf{\"u}hrung des Analytics-On-Demand-Self Service gewonnen zeitlichen Kapazit{\"a}ten und verringerten Wartezeiten bei den Mitarbeitenden des Einkaufs der Krones AG stehen.}, language = {de} } @article{MalovanijHerrmann, author = {Malovanij, Julian and Herrmann, Frank}, title = {Implementierung eines Treibers zur Anbindung von Mikrocontroller-basierten Maschinen {\"u}ber OPC-UA an das Konfigurations- und Inbetriebnahme-Tool von SSI Sch{\"a}fer}, series = {Anwendungen und Konzepte der Wirtschaftsinformatik}, journal = {Anwendungen und Konzepte der Wirtschaftsinformatik}, number = {20}, publisher = {AKWI}, issn = {2296-4592}, doi = {10.26034/lu.akwi.2024.6210}, pages = {54 -- 66}, abstract = {Das Thema „Implementierung eines Treibers zur Anbindung von Mikrocontroller-basierten Maschinen {\"u}ber OPC-UA an das Konfigurations- und Inbetriebnahme-Tool von SSI Sch{\"a}fer" soll zu einem Ger{\"a}tetreiber f{\"u}r das Konfigurations- und Inbetriebnahme-Tool CPM f{\"u}hren, welcher den Anschluss von neuen Maschinen an ebendieses erm{\"o}glicht. Aktuell befinden sich diese noch in Entwicklung, jedoch sollen sie, von den Vorteilen des CPM-Tools profitieren, welches unter anderem den Inbetriebnahmeprozess einfacher und schneller gestalten kann. Ziel ist somit die Anbindung dieser Maschinen durch die Spezifikation einer Schnittstelle und der Implementierung dieser auf Basis der Schnittstellen des CPM-Tools, in welches sich der Ger{\"a}tetreiber nahtlos einf{\"u}gen soll.}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{DilefeldClausTeich, author = {Dilefeld, Maximilian and Claus, Thorsten and Teich, Enrico}, title = {Robot Task Assignment In Dynamic Factory Environments}, series = {Proceedings of the 38th ECMS International Conference on Modeling and Simulation (ECMS 2024): June 4th - June 7th, 2024, Cracow, Poland}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the 38th ECMS International Conference on Modeling and Simulation (ECMS 2024): June 4th - June 7th, 2024, Cracow, Poland}, publisher = {ECMS}, isbn = {978-3-937436-84-5}, issn = {2522-2422}, doi = {10.7148/2024-0338}, pages = {338 -- 344}, abstract = {Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are being applied more and more frequently in a wide range of use cases. Following the general trend of decentralisation of control structure in the Industry 4.0 paradigm, this paper analyses the application of auction algorithms to solve the robot task assignment problem. We focus on the use of mobile robots in production environments with a high level of uncertainty which places hight demand on the flexibility of the online scheduling architecture. A sequential single-item (SSI) auction algorithm is validated for a real-world use case where multiple mobile robots supply car bodies to manual rework stations in a paint shop application using simulation. The optimization objective of such an algorithm is discussed in regards to the examined use case.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{DaiSchoenClausetal., author = {Dai, Chenghao and Sch{\"o}n, Maximilian and Claus, Thorsten and Herrmann, Frank}, title = {Multi-Site Aggregate Production Planning With Resilience Consideration}, series = {Proceedings of the 38th ECMS International Conference on Modeling and Simulation (ECMS 2024): June 4th - June 7th, 2024, Cracow, Poland}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the 38th ECMS International Conference on Modeling and Simulation (ECMS 2024): June 4th - June 7th, 2024, Cracow, Poland}, publisher = {ECMS}, isbn = {978-3-937436-84-5}, issn = {2522-2422}, doi = {10.7148/2024-0345}, pages = {345 -- 351}, abstract = {The recent years have shown a high frequency of disruptions like natural disasters or manmade disruptions, leading, for example, to transport routes or production facilities being unavailable for extended periods. Many manufacturing companies, which nowadays operate in a global production network, are heavily exposed to these disruptions. This results in both significant costs and substantial exceeding of promised deadlines. If it concerns the first company in a supply chain, it causes correspondingly significant delays in promised deadlines for subsequent companies in the supply chain, including a correspondingly significant increase in costs. Both are exemplified in this paper through a case study. This case study demonstrates that through resilience, both implications can be significantly reduced.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{TrostTerbrackClausetal., author = {Trost, Marco and Terbrack, Hajo and Claus, Thorsten and Herrmann, Frank}, title = {Established production planning and control and its enhancement with sustainability}, series = {Proceedings of the 37th ECMS International Conference on Modeling and Simulation (ECMS 2023): June 20th - June 23rd, 2023, Florence, Italy}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the 37th ECMS International Conference on Modeling and Simulation (ECMS 2023): June 20th - June 23rd, 2023, Florence, Italy}, publisher = {ECMS}, isbn = {978-3-937436-80-7}, issn = {2522-2422}, doi = {10.7148/2023-0320}, pages = {320 -- 327}, abstract = {Against the background of the energy crisis, shortage of skilled workers, demographic change and other drivers, sustainable development is also becoming increasingly important for industrial companies. In this respect, production planning and control has an enormous influence on relevant objectives. In classical approaches of production planning and control as presented in this paper, economic-oriented objectives are taken into account to a large extent in decision making. This paper demonstrates that besides these classical models, a variety of approaches exist to influence ecological and social targets through production planning. These different models are assigned to sustainability areas and outlined by exemplary literature sources. Further research is needed, for instance, in the joint consideration of sustainability criteria along different planning levels and sustainable dimensions.}, language = {en} } @article{SchieglSchrollDecker, author = {Schiegl, Corina and Schroll-Decker, Irmgard}, title = {Das Weaning im außerklinischen Setting - ein Scoping Review}, series = {Das Gesundheitswesen}, journal = {Das Gesundheitswesen}, publisher = {Thieme}, doi = {10.1055/a-2504-0195}, abstract = {Hintergrund 2021 wurde erstmals nach \S 17 des Bayerischen Pflege- und Wohnqualit{\"a}tsgesetzes (PfleWoqG) eine {\"U}bergangswohnform zum außerklinischen therapeutischen Weaning auf Probe zugelassen. Um dieses Forschungsfeld thematisch zu strukturieren, eignet sich ein Scoping Review. Im Folgenden werden ausschließlich Ergebnisse pr{\"a}sentiert, die im Themenblock „Intensiv- und Beatmungspflege" Erkenntnisse zu den zwei Forschungsfragen ergeben: 1. Welche Faktoren beg{\"u}nstigen die Lebensqualit{\"a}t bei beatmeten Menschen v.a. bei einer Versorgung im außerklinischen Setting? 2. Welche Faktoren forcieren das Weaning in einem außerklinischen Setting und unter welchen Bedingungen wirken sie? Methode Google Scholar, PubMed, CINAHL, CareLit, LIVIVO, Cochrane Library sowie Web of Science wurden mit vorab definierten Suchbegriffen durchsucht. Nach zwei Extraktionen verblieben 401 Treffer. Die Abstract-Sichtungen f{\"u}hrten zu einer thematischen B{\"u}ndelung. Im Themenblock „Intensiv- und Beatmungspflege" wurden 120 Volltexte gesichtet. Ergebnisse Aus den Ergebnissen ist zu folgern, dass die Datenlage als wenig suffizient bewertet wird. Die Lebensqualit{\"a}t von dauerhaft beatmeten Menschen scheint sehr heterogen zu sein. Als positiv wirksam erweisen sich die Faktoren Selbstbestimmung, eine offene und empathische Kommunikation aller Beteiligten sowie das Eingebundensein der Patientinnen und Patienten in soziale Netzwerke. Zur Qualit{\"a}tsgew{\"a}hrleistung ist eine hohe Fachkompetenz der Pflegekr{\"a}fte n{\"o}tig. Anhaltender Fachpersonalmangel wirkt sich qualit{\"a}tsmindernd aus. Weaning-Potentiale werden bislang in der Außerklinik nicht ausreichend ausgesch{\"o}pft. Intersektorale Versorgungskonzepte werden diskutiert. Diskussion Die Themen der außerklinischen Intensivpflege sowie des Weanings sind auf Basis der Aspekte eines selbstbestimmten und zufriedenen Lebens kaum evaluiert. Was aber zur Lebensqualit{\"a}t und zur Selbstbestimmung beitr{\"a}gt, ist noch kaum operationalisiert. Weitere Forschungsaktivit{\"a}ten insbesondere mit R{\"u}cksicht auf die Betroffenensicht sind angezeigt, weil sich andeutet, dass gerade die Selbstbestimmung im Weaning-Prozess zur Lebensqualit{\"a}t der schwer erkrankten Menschen beitr{\"a}gt. Background In 2021, a transitional form of housing for outpatient weaning has been certified based on paragraph 17 of the Bavarian Law on Quality Assurance of Care and Housing. In order to get an overview over the research field, a scoping review was carried out. In particular, two research questions were focussed: 1. Which factors are beneficial for the quality of life of people who have to receive artificial respiration in an outpatient setting? 2. Which factors enforce weaning in an outpatient setting and what are conditions facilitating weaning? Methods Seven data bases were searched with defined search terms. After two extractions, 401 matches were found. On the basis of an analysis of abstracts, the results were systematically categorized. In order to answer the research questions, the topic „intensive and respiration care" were chosen for closer analysis. Consequently, 120 texts were analysed more thoroughly. Results Results show that we do not have sufficient data to answer the research questions in a satisfactory manner. The life quality of people that have to be ventilated is heterogenous. What clearly enhances the life quality of care patients is self-determination and empathetic communication of patients with the relevant institutions. What is also beneficial is the inclusion of patients in social networks. In order to guarantee quality in intensive outpatient care a highly competent care staff is needed. What is obviously negative is the lack of competent personnel. It was also observed that the weaning potentials in outpatient care are not sufficiently made use of. Intersectoral care concepts are being discussed. Discussion The issues of intensive outpatient care as well as weaning and the question of how a self-determined and satisfactory life can be achieved have hardly been evaluated. Moreover, what exactly is meant by life quality and self-determination has hardly been operationalized either. Further research is necessary. However, self-determination is a central concept contributing to the life quality of seriously ill patients.}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{TerbrackClausHerrmann, author = {Terbrack, Hajo and Claus, Thorsten and Herrmann, Frank}, title = {Emission reduction through production scheduling by priority rules and energy onsite generation}, series = {Proceedings of the 36th ECMS International Conference on Modelling and Simulation (ECMS 2022), May 30th - June 3rd, 2022, {\AA}lesund, Norway}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the 36th ECMS International Conference on Modelling and Simulation (ECMS 2022), May 30th - June 3rd, 2022, {\AA}lesund, Norway}, publisher = {ECMS}, isbn = {978-3-937436-77-7}, issn = {2522-2414}, doi = {10.7148/2022-0114}, pages = {114 -- 120}, abstract = {This article describes primary findings of various simulation runs on job shop scheduling dealing with energy consumption and emission pollution. By two combinations of priority rules, production is linked to the generation output of a renewable energy source installed onsite. The resulting schedules show a reduction of energy-related emissions and makespan compared to several conventional priority rules often used in industrial practice.}, language = {en} } @misc{HerrmannDilefeld, author = {Herrmann, Frank and Dilefeld, Maximilian}, title = {Improving the scheduling of AGV and AMR using simulation}, series = {OR23, International Conference on Operations Research, August 29 to September 1, 2023, Hamburg}, journal = {OR23, International Conference on Operations Research, August 29 to September 1, 2023, Hamburg}, abstract = {Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) and intelligent Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) are an important tool for designing a flexible Industry 4.0 shopfloor. Both types of Mobile Robots are usually deployed with a Fleet Management software to manage (transport) orders and vehicles together with other superordinate control systems. The planning tasks in the superordinate control system used by both AGVs and AMRs can be divided into Material Flow Management, Job Management, Vehicle Dispatching and Job Processing. Requests for supply and removal of material is issued by the stations and has to be combined to transport jobs. Alternatively, more complex system often user external Material Flow Controllers (e.g. MES). Jobs are collected in a queue and their execution order is determined. Vehicles which can execute the next job have to be identified and the best one is selected. Jobs are split into smaller tasks which are sent to the Mobile Robot and executed. For AGVs navigation functions are mostly integrated into the Fleet Manager as part of the Job Processing, while AMRs perform lower-level navigation functions directly on the vehicle and use the superordinate control system for implementing restrictions and traffic control functions. A need for further research and development was identified especially for decision-making algorithms within the Fleet Management. The goal is to compare existing and develop new strategies to solve the different planning problems. For the individual planning tasks different techniques have been discussed and used in research and practice. However, there is no universal best solution and different options must be compared in the context of the specific use case.}, language = {en} } @misc{TerbrackClausHerrmann, author = {Terbrack, Hajo and Claus, Thorsten and Herrmann, Frank}, title = {An Optimization Model for Production Scheduling with Energy Consumption and Energy-related Emissions}, series = {OR 2022, International Conference on Operations Research 2022, September 6-9, 2022, Karlsruhe}, journal = {OR 2022, International Conference on Operations Research 2022, September 6-9, 2022, Karlsruhe}, abstract = {Due to the scarcity of resources, rising costs as well as the further need for ecological improvement in industrial production, firms are increasingly motivated to take into account energy consumption in production planning. Associated with this, the consideration of energy-related emissions is becoming an additional point of interest for decisionmakers in both, economic and ecological terms. Based on an extensive systematic literature review, the study at hand presents a multicriterial scheduling problem that addresses tardiness, energy consumption and energy-related emissions in production scheduling. A model is introduced that takes into account job release dates, multiple machine states, a power demand threshold as well as time-varying emission conversion factors. Multiple case studies are analysed and the effects of different technological implementations as energy onsite generation and energy storage systems are evaluated. Furthermore, several price mechanisms regarding energy procurement and emission trading are discussed. Moreover, by coupling the optimization model to a discrete event simulation model, we are able to compare the model results to real case scenarios. First computational experiments have demonstrated that the model and its extensions can effectively reduce the environmental impact associated with production while simultaneously considering corresponding economic objectives. Based on the proposed approach, our research aims on answering the question with which economic trade-offs an ecological improvement in terms of energy consumption and emission output can be achieved in production.}, language = {en} } @book{Herrmann, author = {Herrmann, Frank}, title = {Produktionsplanung}, publisher = {Springer Gabler}, address = {Wiesbaden}, isbn = {978-3-658-40218-1}, doi = {10.1007/978-3-658-40218-1}, pages = {341}, abstract = {Eine operative Produktionsplanung und -steuerung ist zentral f{\"u}r eine effektive und effiziente Produktion in Unternehmen und daher eine wesentliche Komponente von Enterprise Ressource Planning Systemen zur Regelung von Unternehmensprozessen. Die implementierten Verfahren sind integraler Bestandteil von Veranstaltungen zur Produktion und Logistik, zu Produktionsplanungs- und -steuerungsystemen, zum Supply Chain Management usw. in Bachelor- und Masterstudieng{\"a}ngen an Hochschulen und Universit{\"a}ten. Die Aufgaben in diesem {\"U}bungsbuch erg{\"a}nzen die in diesen Veranstaltungen und auch in den entsprechenden Standardlehrb{\"u}chern erl{\"a}uterten Verfahren durch sehr detaillierte L{\"o}sungen - {\"u}ber die angegebene Literatur d{\"u}rften diese sich im Selbststudium erarbeiten lassen. Die Wiederholungsfragen vertiefen das Verst{\"a}ndnis {\"u}ber den Einsatz dieser Verfahren, insbesondere in der industriellen Praxis. Aufgrund ihres Umfangs und ihres Schwierigkeitsgrads sind die Aufgaben und Fragenals Klausuraufgaben geeignet. Folglich wendet sich das Buch an Studierende (und mit Einschr{\"a}nkungen an Doktoranden) mit ausgepr{\"a}gtem Interesse an der L{\"o}sung von Produktionsplanungsproblemen. Ferner wendet es sich an Wissenschaftler und Experten in Unternehmen, die einen Eindruck von l{\"o}sbaren Produktionsplanungsproblemen gewinnen wollen.}, language = {de} } @article{SchuheggerKaraGalkaetal., author = {Schuhegger, Lukas and Kara, Sinan and Galka, Stefan and D{\"u}nnweber, Jan and Meißner, Sebastian}, title = {Umzugsplanung mit Fabrikdatenmodellen und Virtual Reality}, series = {Zeitschrift f{\"u}r wirtschaftlichen Fabrikbetrieb}, volume = {119}, journal = {Zeitschrift f{\"u}r wirtschaftlichen Fabrikbetrieb}, number = {11}, publisher = {de Gruyter}, issn = {2511-0896}, doi = {10.1515/zwf-2024-1154}, pages = {799 -- 804}, abstract = {Angesichts eines dynamischen industriellen Umfelds m{\"u}ssen produzierende Unternehmen flexibel bleiben und sich kontinuierlich anpassen, um ihre Wettbewerbsf{\"a}higkeit zu erhalten. Eine effektive Planung von Restrukturierungen in Produktionssystemen, oft als Umzugsplanung bezeichnet, ist entscheidend, um Verz{\"o}gerungen zu vermeiden und Stillstandszeiten zu minimieren. Die Identifikation von Umzugsf{\"a}llen, welche den Umfang umzuziehender Ressourcen wie Maschinen, Anlagen, Ausr{\"u}stungen und Arbeitspl{\"a}tzen beschreiben und die Definition zugeh{\"o}riger Aufgaben sind essenzielle Schritte der Umzugsplanung. Dieser Beitrag stellt eine Vorgehensweise zur Bestimmung von Umzugsf{\"a}llen mittels eines Fabrikdatenmodells vor, erg{\"a}nzt durch eine Visualisierung in Virtual Reality, um Planende bei der Umzugsplanung zu unterst{\"u}tzen.}, language = {de} } @misc{HerrmannSchoenClausetal., author = {Herrmann, Frank and Schoen, Maximilian and Claus, Thorsten and Dai, Chenghao}, title = {Aggregate Production Planning under Risk of Disruption}, series = {OR 2024, International Conference on Operations Research 2024, September 3-6, 2024, Munich}, journal = {OR 2024, International Conference on Operations Research 2024, September 3-6, 2024, Munich}, abstract = {In recent years, large scale disruptions to global supply chains, like the Covid pandemic, a ship blocking the Suez canal or sanctions against Russia, have caused production to slow down or even to stand still, causing shortages and massive losses for affected businesses. Even if only specific companies were originally affected, shortages and delays rippled along the supply network. The established approach to deal with disruptions is to utilize safety stock and capacity to compensate for fluctuations in uncertain quantities like customer demand. This approach is tried and tested for small fluctuations. To address larger disruptions, like the above given, very high safety stock and capacity would be needed, which would lead to unnecessarily high costs. Resilience has often been viewed as an expensive capability that drives costs. Recent studies however advocate for the development of lean resilience concepts, creating new capabilities, which enable resilience and can deal with large fluctuations, reimagining resilience from the perspectives of efficiency and value creation. This contribution identifies gaps in current research and establishes structural deficits of approaches discussed in the literature regarding supply chains. Firstly, the need for rigorous, quantitative definitions of resilience and relevant disruptions is justified. Then, a stochastic model for aggregate production planning that includes capabilities to compensate for such large fluctuations along several dimensions is proposed. Lastly, this model is then applied to a case study pertaining to a realistic supply chain under the risk of large scale disruptions and the results of this approach are evaluated.}, language = {en} } @misc{WilsonBraunFriedl, author = {Wilson, Edith E. and Braun, Carina N. and Friedl, Manuel}, title = {Arbeitsengagement und Zufriedenheit in der HAW-Professur - Impulse f{\"u}r eine nachhaltige Personalentwicklung}, series = {Die Zukunft der Hochschule: Global, nachhaltig und inklusiv, 19. Jahrestagung der GfHf, 23.-25. September 2024, FernUniversit{\"a}t in Hagen}, journal = {Die Zukunft der Hochschule: Global, nachhaltig und inklusiv, 19. Jahrestagung der GfHf, 23.-25. September 2024, FernUniversit{\"a}t in Hagen}, abstract = {Hintergrund W{\"a}hrend Rekrutierungsaktivit{\"a}ten f{\"u}r HAW-Professuren sowohl wissenschaftlich (z.B. Braun \& Wilson, 2023) als auch im Zuge von Kampagnen (z.B. „Werden Sie Prof!"; „Die HAW-Professur") in den Fokus r{\"u}cken, findet die Personalentwicklung von bereits etablierten HAW-Professorinnen und -Professoren noch wenig Beachtung. Dies liegt auch daran, dass die fachliche und berufliche Weiterentwicklung oft in der Eigenverantwortung der Professorinnen/Professoren gesehen wird (Becker, 2020). Dabei k{\"o}nnen bis zur Pensionierung gut 25 Jahre im Beruf der HAW-Professur verbracht werden (durchschnittliches Alter bei Erstberufung nach eigener Erhebung: 40 Jahre). {\"U}ber diesen Zeitraum gilt es, Arbeitsengagement und berufliche Zufriedenheit zu bewahren. Aus diesem Grund stellt sich die Frage, ob und wie eine Personalentwicklung wirken kann, um Leistung und Engagement nachhaltig aufrechtzuerhalten. Forschungsfrage Die HAW-Professur setzt eine ausgepr{\"a}gte berufliche Kompetenz (Praxis-, Forschungs- und Lehrerfahrung) voraus und erm{\"o}glicht ein hohes Maß an Autonomie (Wilkesmann \& Lauer, 2021). Sie bietet daher optimale Voraussetzungen, um psychologische Grundbed{\"u}rfnisse im Sinne der Self-Determination Theory (Deci \& Ryan, 2000) zu erf{\"u}llen, welche wiederum ein erfolgreiches Wirken in der Arbeit erm{\"o}glichen. Im Rahmen einer deutschlandweiten Befragung von HAW-Professorinnen und -Professoren wurde deshalb der Frage nachgegangen, inwieweit Autonomie- und Kompetenzwahrnehmung und das Zugeh{\"o}rigkeitsgef{\"u}hl zur Hochschulgemeinschaft das Arbeitsengagement und die Zufriedenheit in der HAW-Professur f{\"o}rdern. Methodisches Vorgehen und Datengrundlage {\"U}ber 700 HAW-Professorinnen und Professoren beteiligten sich an einer Online-Befragung zum Thema „Karrierewege und Selbstbestimmung". Dabei wurden u.a. das Arbeitsengagement (Bakker \& Schaufeli, 2015) und die Zufriedenheit (B{\´e}rub{\´e} et al.,2007) erfasst. In Anlehnung an die Self-Determination Theory (Deci \& Ryan, 2000) wurden außerdem die Aspekte Autonomie- und Kompetenzwahrnehmung sowie soziale Eingebundenheit erhoben. Ergebnisse Die Studie liefert Hinweise, wie die Personalentwicklung f{\"u}r HAW-Professuren gestaltet werden kann, um Zufriedenheit und ein hohes Arbeitsengagement aufrechtzuerhalten. Sie lassen also R{\"u}ckschl{\"u}sse auf die Gestaltung einer zielgerichteten und nachhaltigen Personalentwicklung zu. Diese Forschung wird mit Mitteln des Bundesministeriums f{\"u}r Bildung und Forschung und des Landes Bayern als Teil des Projekts Zukunft akademisches Personal der OTH Regensburg (ZAP.OTHR) unter dem Programm „FH-Personal" gef{\"o}rdert.}, language = {de} } @article{MaurerSaiboldGerletal., author = {Maurer, Julia and Saibold, Anna and Gerl, Katharina and Koller, Michael and K{\"o}lbl, Oliver and Pukrop, Tobias and Windschuettl, Sandra and Einhell, Sabine and Herrmann-Johns, Anne and Raptis, Georgios and Mueller, Karolina}, title = {Systematic development of a patient-reported ONCOlogical-ROUTinE-Screening (ONCO-ROUTES) procedure at the University Cancer Center Regensburg}, series = {Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology}, volume = {150}, journal = {Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology}, number = {9}, publisher = {Springer Science and Business Media LLC}, issn = {1432-1335}, doi = {10.1007/s00432-024-05955-4}, abstract = {Purpose The evaluation of treatment success and progression in oncology patient-reported outcomes (PROs) is playing an increasingly important role. Meanwhile, PROs are a component of the certification requirements of the German Cancer Society for oncology centers. PROs are used to provide supportive therapy. There is currently no instrument that fully covers the requirements. At the University Hospital Regensburg (UKR), a digital ONCOlogical-ROUTinE-Screening (ONCO-ROUTES) procedure was developed in order to assess the need for supportive therapy in a standardized way and to provide patients with supportive interventions tailored to their needs. Methods On the basis of current requirements and guidelines, the development of ONCO-ROUTES was supported by experts in focus groups and interviews, and digitalization was carried out in connection with the IT infrastructure. Results A Needs-based, Quality-of-life (QoL) and Symptoms Screening (NQS2) tool already established in the routine at the UKR was further developed into ONCO-ROUTES, which is made up of the domains therapy phase, nutrition, tobacco use, alcohol use, quality of life, general condition/functional status, physical activity, psychooncology, social services, and further support needs. By linking the digitized questionnaire to the hospital information system, the results are available for immediate use in routine operations and thus for the referral of patients for further supportive therapy. Conclusion The digital PRO application ONCO-ROUTES is designed to involve patients in monitoring additional supportive needs and thus, improves supportive interdisciplinary treatment.}, language = {en} } @unpublished{WeiherervonRiedheimBrebantetal., author = {Weiherer, Maximilian and von Riedheim, Antonia and Br{\´e}bant, Vanessa and Egger, Bernhard and Palm, Christoph}, title = {iRBSM: A Deep Implicit 3D Breast Shape Model}, doi = {10.48550/arXiv.2412.13244}, pages = {6}, abstract = {We present the first deep implicit 3D shape model of the female breast, building upon and improving the recently proposed Regensburg Breast Shape Model (RBSM). Compared to its PCA-based predecessor, our model employs implicit neural representations; hence, it can be trained on raw 3D breast scans and eliminates the need for computationally demanding non-rigid registration -- a task that is particularly difficult for feature-less breast shapes. The resulting model, dubbed iRBSM, captures detailed surface geometry including fine structures such as nipples and belly buttons, is highly expressive, and outperforms the RBSM on different surface reconstruction tasks. Finally, leveraging the iRBSM, we present a prototype application to 3D reconstruct breast shapes from just a single image. Model and code publicly available at this https URL.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{HassmannWestner, author = {Hassmann, Tobias and Westner, Markus}, title = {IS executives and sustainability}, series = {26th International Conference on Business Informatics (CBI), 09-13 September 2024, Vienna, Austria}, booktitle = {26th International Conference on Business Informatics (CBI), 09-13 September 2024, Vienna, Austria}, publisher = {IEEE}, isbn = {979-8-3315-2909-3}, issn = {2378-1971}, doi = {10.1109/CBI62504.2024.00017}, pages = {1-10}, abstract = {The pressing global sustainability challenges, encapsulated in the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), require profound transformations across multiple levels. It is imperative for the Information Systems (IS) discipline to engage in addressing these challenges. This paper aims to contribute to this imperative through a scoping literature review, examining factors that enable IS executives to drive sustainability outcomes within organizations, utilizing the Input-Mediator-Outcome (IMO) framework. By analyzing 31 articles from important IS journals and conferences between 2008 and 2024, this review identifies key input factors for sustainability outcomes, such as individual IS executive inputs, the role of the Top Management Team (TMT) setting and organizational contexts, as well as external influences. In addition, it explores how team-specific processes can augment sustainability efforts. The paper concludes by proposing future research questions to address underrepresented SDGs, investigate external impact factors more thoroughly, and emphasize the role of individual IS executive inputs. These insights aspire to advance the understanding of IS executives' potential to influence sustainability in organizational settings.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{SpaethWestner, author = {Sp{\"a}th, Carina and Westner, Markus}, title = {Navigating Agile Transformations}, series = {SaudiCIS 2024 Proceedings:1st Saudi Conference on Information Systems, November 19 to 21, 2024, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia}, booktitle = {SaudiCIS 2024 Proceedings:1st Saudi Conference on Information Systems, November 19 to 21, 2024, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia}, publisher = {Association for Information Systems Electronic Library}, address = {Dhahran}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-78700}, pages = {1-9}, abstract = {This study investigates how companies overcome challenges in agile transformations. Through interviews with ten experts from German companies across different industries, we identify key drivers, challenges, and success factors. Our findings reveal inefficiency, mimetic isomorphism, and competitive pressure as primary transformation drivers. We categorize challenges and solutions into people, organizational, and process-related factors, emphasizing the central role of human elements. The study presents 14 key success factors, with management involvement, commitment to agility, and strategic staffing emerging as crucial. These insights provide a framework for understanding and implementing agile transformations, offering guidance for organizations. Our results contribute to both theoretical understanding and practical application of agile methodologies in corporate settings.}, language = {en} } @incollection{BuchmannSchwaegerl, author = {Buchmann, Thomas and Schw{\"a}gerl, Felix}, title = {Advancing Negative Variability in Model-Driven Software Product Line Engineering}, series = {Communications in Computer and Information Science}, booktitle = {Communications in Computer and Information Science}, publisher = {Springer International Publishing}, address = {Cham}, isbn = {9783319563893}, issn = {1865-0929}, doi = {10.1007/978-3-319-56390-9_1}, pages = {1 -- 26}, abstract = {Model-driven software product line engineering aims at increasing the productivity of development of variational software. The principle of negative variability is realized by a multi-variant domain model, from which elements not needed for specific product variants are removed. The application of negative variability is impeded by two factors: First, metamodel restrictions lead to limited expressiveness of the multi-variant domain model. Second, unintended information loss may occur during product derivation. In this paper, we present two conceptual extensions to model-driven product line engineering based on negative variability, being alternative mappings and surrogates. Alternative mappings virtually extend the multi-variant domain model. Surrogates repair unintended information loss by context-sensitive analyses. Both extensions have been implemented in FAMILE, a model-driven product line tool that is based on EMF. Alternative mappings are defined in a dedicated mapping model. Surrogate rules may be defined in a declarative domain-specific language and are taken into account during product derivation. The added value of alternative mappings and surrogates is demonstrated by a running example, a UML-based graph library.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{SchwaegerlWestfechtel, author = {Schw{\"a}gerl, Felix and Westfechtel, Bernhard}, title = {Perspectives on combining model-driven engineering, software product line engineering, and version control}, series = {VaMoS '17: Proceedings of the 11th International Workshop on Variability Modelling of Software-Intensive Systems, February 1 - 3, 2017, Eindhoven, Netherlands}, booktitle = {VaMoS '17: Proceedings of the 11th International Workshop on Variability Modelling of Software-Intensive Systems, February 1 - 3, 2017, Eindhoven, Netherlands}, publisher = {ACM}, address = {New York, NY, USA}, isbn = {978-1-4503-4811-9}, doi = {10.1145/3023956.3023969}, pages = {76 -- 83}, abstract = {Model-driven software engineering (MDSE), software product line engineering (SPLE), and version control (VC) have been established as three software engineering sub-disciplines dealing with raising the level of abstraction of software development, organizing variability in a systematic way, and controlling the evolution of software artifacts, respectively. Traditionally, these sub-disciplines are supported by disjoint tools, leading to undesirable context switches. In this tool-centric survey, approaches for combining MDSE, SPLE, and VC in a pair-wise or even holistic fashion are categorized and assessed. The combination of MDSE and SPLE is natural since models are used to describe both the problem and the solution space. Moreover, specific VC support for models may improve collaborative MDSE in a similar way as dedicated SPL versioning supports evolution control. Last, both VC and SPLE deal with different types of variability - in time and in space, respectively -, such that an integration promises to close the gap between historical and logical (model) versioning. Results indicate that these promises are only satisfied partly by existing approaches. To attest this, we conclude with a list of usage scenarios for combined MDSE/SPLE/VC that cannot be adequately addressed by the current tools.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{GrabingerMottok, author = {Grabinger, Lisa and Mottok, J{\"u}rgen}, title = {On selecting hypothesis tests for group differences}, series = {ICERI2024 Proceedings: 17th Annual International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation, 11th-13th November 2024, Seville, Spain}, booktitle = {ICERI2024 Proceedings: 17th Annual International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation, 11th-13th November 2024, Seville, Spain}, publisher = {IATED}, doi = {10.21125/iceri.2024.0272}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-78200}, pages = {702 -- 712}, abstract = {Deciding on the right method of analyzing empirical research data can be difficult - especially when it comes to choosing specific methods of inferential statistics, where there is often not one right way, but a variety of valid options (e.g., using an ANOVA or its non-parametric alternative for data that is not perfectly normally distributed). Novice researchers not only lack the experience to know when a particular hypothesis test is appropriate, but struggle to find suitable literature to familiarize themselves (i.e., literature that is not too superficial, yet comprehensible). With the present article we provide a remedy following the didactic method of scaffolding: We present a systematization of the most elementary inferential statistical methods, namely hypothesis tests for group differences. We start by explaining basic terms (e.g., independent variable) and then give step-by-step instructions for choosing a proper hypothesis test based on data properties, implementing it from scratch, and reporting or interpreting its results. With these practical cookbook-like guidelines, this article serves as a concise starting point for young researchers entering the field of empirical research, as a valuable resource for their instructors, and as a basis for automating statistical procedures in a software system.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{GrabingerEzerHauseretal., author = {Grabinger, Lisa and Ezer, Timur and Hauser, Florian and Mottok, J{\"u}rgen}, title = {The impact of eyenalyzer}, series = {ICERI2024 Proceedings: 17th Annual International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation, 11th-13th November 2024, Seville, Spain}, booktitle = {ICERI2024 Proceedings: 17th Annual International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation, 11th-13th November 2024, Seville, Spain}, publisher = {IATED}, isbn = {978-84-09-63010-3}, issn = {2340-1095}, doi = {10.21125/iceri.2024.0271}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-78215}, pages = {695 -- 701}, abstract = {Empirical research poses numerous challenges for beginners. This is especially true for data analysis - a task that usually requires knowledge from two distinct areas: statistics and programming. To support prospective researchers with that task, we developed a web-based tool called eyenalyzer. It supports common activities in the data analysis phase of empirical studies in a way that is suitable for novices in both, statistics and programming. The present article describes a controlled experiment investigating the impact of this tool with a total of 20 participants. All of them are given a set of common data analysis tasks. Half of the participants complete the tasks using eyenalyzer, the other half can use anything except for eyenalyzer. For each task and participant, we record the time in minutes, the task score, and the perceived difficulty. The results confirm that our tool is a valuable support for novice researchers: With eyenalyzer, the participants are significantly faster, achieve higher scores, and perceive the tasks to be less difficult.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{StauferNadimpalliHauseretal., author = {Staufer, Susanne and Nadimpalli, Vamsi Krishna and Hauser, Florian and Bittner, Dominik and Grabinger, Lisa and Bugert, Flemming and Ezer, Timur and R{\"o}hrl, Simon and Mottok, J{\"u}rgen}, title = {Persistence of Questionnaire Data on Learning Styles, Learning Strategies AND Personality Traits}, series = {ICERI2024 Proceedings: 17th Annual International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation, 11th-13th November 2024, Seville, Spain}, booktitle = {ICERI2024 Proceedings: 17th Annual International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation, 11th-13th November 2024, Seville, Spain}, publisher = {IATED}, isbn = {978-84-09-63010-3}, issn = {2340-1095}, doi = {10.21125/iceri.2024.1524}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-78246}, pages = {6310 -- 6319}, abstract = {In the context of learning, questionnaires are carried out to gain information about learners. This learner profile has various benefits, like adapting the learning content, promoting of self-reflection, or increasing motivation in learning and therefore better learning results. Some researchers take the results of such questionnaires as ground truth or trust them blindly. Examining how persistent questionnaires are, asking the same questions twice, and comparing the results is a way to prove or falsify this statement. Our research procedure compares the results of three different questionnaires. The first questionnaire is the ILS (index of learning styles) according to the Felder-Silverman Learning Style Model (FSLSM) with about 44 questions. Learning strategies are examined with the LIST-K questionnaire consisting of 39 questions after Klingsieck. The third and last questionnaire is about personality traits. With only ten questions, Rammstedt et al. describe the BFI-10 questionnaire for personality traits. To compare results, the same study with the three named questionnaires is carried out twice with three to four months in between. The sample includes 35 students in their bachelor studies taking the course Software Engineering in a blended learning format. After collecting the questionnaire data from the students, a comparison is made in two different ways. First, we compare the data points based on the given answers. Second, a comparison is made based on the calculated questionnaire results because each of the three questionnaires has its own analysis method. For example, the analysis method of the ILS delivers as a result four integers representing the four characteristics of a learning style, while LIST-K makes a factor analysis. The results of the paper show that both the given answers and the calculated questionnaire results differ. Not one student has given the same answer inside each questionnaire with causes, like a change of learning style, learning strategy, and personality traits, or not filling in conscientiously.}, language = {en} } @incollection{KlempererKuhnRobra, author = {Klemperer, David and Kuhn, Joseph and Robra, Bernt-Peter}, title = {Pandemiemanagement durch nicht-pharmakologische Interventionen in der COVID-19-Pandemie}, series = {Leitbegriffe der Gesundheitsf{\"o}rderung und Pr{\"a}vention: Glossar zu Konzepten, Strategien und Methoden}, booktitle = {Leitbegriffe der Gesundheitsf{\"o}rderung und Pr{\"a}vention: Glossar zu Konzepten, Strategien und Methoden}, organization = {Bundeszentrale f{\"u}r gesundheitliche Aufkl{\"a}rung (BZgA)}, doi = {10.17623/BZGA:Q4-LBPGF-23}, abstract = {Nicht-pharmakologische Interventionen (NPIs) sind Public Health-Interventionen ohne Einsatz von Medikamenten oder Impfstoffen mit dem Ziel, die Ausbreitung eines Krankheitserregers zu reduzieren. Im Zusammenhang mit der SARS-CoV-2-Pandemie wurden vor allem Maßnahmen ergriffen, um {\"u}bertragungsrelevante Kontakte zu reduzieren oder sicherer zu machen. Die Wirksamkeit einzelner Maßnahmen auf Bev{\"o}lkerungsebene ist schwer zu beurteilen, die von Maßnahmenb{\"u}ndeln kann als gesichert gelten. Die rechtlichen Grundlagen f{\"u}r die grundrechtseinschr{\"a}nkenden Maßnahmen erscheinen noch nicht gesichert.}, language = {de} } @unpublished{ThausHofrichterLubnowetal., author = {Thaus, Christopher and Hofrichter, Elena and Lubnow, Matthias and Krenkel, Lars and Lehle, Karla}, title = {Hemocompatibility of Membrane Lung Components from Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation with Different Antithrombogenic Coatings}, doi = {10.20944/preprints202412.0615.v1}, pages = {1 -- 11}, abstract = {Thrombus formation within extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) devices remained a critical complication. One reason seems to be the contact of blood with large artificial surfaces within the membrane lung (ML). The aim was to test the hemocompatibility of different na{\"i}ve ECMO materials. Blood and platelets from five healthy volunteers were incubated with gas exchange (GF) and heat exchange fibers (HE) from four different commercial available new MLs representing different antithrombogenic coatings. Adherent platelets were stained with rhodamine-phalloidin. Surface coverage was quantified with ImageJ. Non-adherent platelets were stained with antibodies (CD62P, PAC-1, CD61) and fibrinogen to detect platelet activation with flow cytometry. Hemolysis of red blood cells after material contact was detected. All ECMO-materials were non-hemolytic and did not induce platelet activation. However, platetelet adhesion (median (IQR)) was significantly elevated on uncoated GFs made of polymethylpentene (GF-PMP; 12 (7-19)\%) and on GFs from the Hilite-MLs (GF-Hilite; 13 ((8-19)\%) compared to the other materials. In vitro testing of platelet adhesion disclosed significant differences of ECMO-materials with different antithrombogenic surface coatings. Instead, circulating platelets remained non-activated. ECMO-materials and its coatings were non-hemolytic. Finally, this study confirmed the good hemocompatibility of GFs and HEs from commerciall available MLs.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{SchlagerSchildgen, author = {Schlager, Reinhold and Schildgen, Johannes}, title = {A Query-Rewriting-based Implementation for Temporal Data Management}, series = {LWDA'24: Lernen, Wissen, Daten, Analysen. September 23-25, 2024, W{\"u}rzburg, Germany}, booktitle = {LWDA'24: Lernen, Wissen, Daten, Analysen. September 23-25, 2024, W{\"u}rzburg, Germany}, pages = {14 Seiten}, abstract = {Temporal data management is used to query historical data, identify trends and changes, and make forecasts for the future. This paper provides a query-rewriting approach to implement temporal data management in the data-warehouse system Exasol by using so-called preprocessor scripts. Preprocessor scripts allow for executing custom Lua code and modifying SQL commands. Our approach does not need to undertake additional manual effort by the user. History tables and associated views are created in the background. Data records are automatically archived if they are updated or deleted, and the SELECT command is extended with the AS OF SYSTEM TIME clause as proposed by the SQL Standard.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{Heinz, author = {Heinz, Florian}, title = {Creating Moving Regions from Satellite Scan Data}, series = {SIGSPATIAL '24: Proceedings of the 32nd ACM International Conference on Advances in Geographic Information Systems, October 29 - November 1, 2024, Atlanta, GA, USA}, booktitle = {SIGSPATIAL '24: Proceedings of the 32nd ACM International Conference on Advances in Geographic Information Systems, October 29 - November 1, 2024, Atlanta, GA, USA}, publisher = {ACM}, address = {New York, NY, USA}, isbn = {979-8-4007-1107-7}, doi = {10.1145/3678717.3691214}, pages = {641 -- 644}, abstract = {Moving objects databases are specialized on storing and processing objects with spatial attributes that change over time. An important class of objects are moving regions that can change shape and position over time. Currently, the prevailing method for constructing moving regions is to interpolate them from snapshots. In this paper, an alternative method is proposed, that is better suitable for certain kinds of data as, for example, satellite scans of the earth surface. For instance, the NASA provides datasets with active fire data in near real-time from the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) sensor, attached to satellites as the Suomi NPP and NOAA-20. These satellites orbit earth about 14 times a day and provide full global coverage twice a day. Using these satellites, datasets are compiled that provide locations of active fires on earth as lists of positions and timestamps. This paper describes an alternative, better suitable method for creating moving regions from these lists, which can then be imported into and processed by moving objects databases.}, language = {en} } @article{SchulzePalmKerschbaumetal., author = {Schulze, Elke and Palm, Christoph and Kerschbaum, Maximilian and Seidel, Roman and Lehmann, Lars and Koller, Michael and Pfingsten, Andrea}, title = {KI-gest{\"u}tzte Untersuchung in der nicht-operativen Versorgung symptomgebender Erkrankungen des Kniegelenks - ein multiprofessionelles Konzept (KINEESIO)}, series = {MSK - Muskuloskelettale Physiotherapie}, volume = {28}, journal = {MSK - Muskuloskelettale Physiotherapie}, number = {5}, publisher = {Thieme}, issn = {2701-6986}, doi = {10.1055/a-2402-9982}, pages = {312 -- 321}, abstract = {Beschwerdebilder am Kniegelenk aufgrund muskuloskelettaler degenerativer oder verletzungsbedingter Erkrankungen sind h{\"a}ufig, nehmen im Alter zu und sind mit der steigenden Inanspruchnahme {\"a}rztlicher und therapeutischer Behandlungsmaßnahmen verbunden. Einer erfolgreichen Therapie gehen oft notwendige zeit- und ressourcenaufwendige Untersuchungen zur Erkennung und Differenzierung der patient*innenspezifischen Problematik voraus. Im Zusammenhang mit der nicht-operativen Versorgung des Kniegelenks hat ein sektor{\"u}bergreifendes multiprofessionelles Forschungsteam ein Konzept entwickelt, um k{\"u}nstliche neuronale Netze so zu trainieren, dass sie bei der {\"a}rztlichen und physiotherapeutischen Untersuchung unterst{\"u}tzend Einsatz finden k{\"o}nnen. Denn gerade in der Erfassung und Auswertung umfassender Datenmengen liegen große Potenziale in der K{\"u}nstlichen Intelligenz (KI) im Gesundheitswesen. Das Projekt KINEESIO trainiert und testet KI-gest{\"u}tzte Screening- Tools zur Untersuchung von Patient*innen mit Kniegelenkerkrankungen. Diese unterst{\"u}tzen die Abl{\"a}ufe zwischen Leistungserbringern und Patient*innen, tragen zu einer verbesserten Differenzierung individueller Beschwerdebilder bei und dienen Entscheidungsprozessen f{\"u}r eine ad{\"a}quate Versorgung. Dadurch sollen Ressourcen im Gesundheitswesen geschont und eine qualitativ hochwertige Therapie ausreichend erm{\"o}glicht werden.}, language = {de} } @article{HillebrandWestnerMatschi, author = {Hillebrand, Patrick and Westner, Markus and Matschi, Markus}, title = {Key factors of successful CIOs}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-66882}, pages = {22}, abstract = {This study examines key factors of successful CIOs in large German companies. With a median tenure of 4.0 years, German CIOs, most of whom (43\%) still report to the CFO, have a significantly shorter tenure compared to other C‑level positions. The results of 60 interviews with successful German-speaking CIOs, who primarily have an above-average tenure, reveal various key factors for successful CIOs: The foundation for success is to ensure secure and efficient IT operations. Through effective and innovative change pro-jects, the CIOs interviewed make the added value of IT transparent and act as bridge-builders between IT and the business. In this way, they have a positive impact on the corporate culture and establish IT as a success factor in the business in the long term. Successful CIOs themselves are not "techies" but are characterized by a high level of leadership competence and a high level of business expertise, coupled with visionary thinking. This enables them to align IT in a future-oriented manner and to anticipate de-mands and potential for and from the business units at an early stage. The future devel-opment of the CIO organization and the paradigms in IT, on the other hand, was discussed controversially by some of the study participants—for example, there is still no uniform opinion on the relevance of the CDO position.}, language = {en} } @article{KleinitzApohFiadoretal., author = {Kleinitz, Cornelia and Apoh, Wazi and Fiador, Ernest K. and Kurapkat, Dietmar and Linst{\"a}dter, J{\"o}rg and Loges, Kathrin and Verstegen, Ute and Zeitler, Annika}, title = {Arch{\"a}ologie und „gemeinsames Erbe" des deutschen Kolonialismus in Afrika}, series = {Blickpunkt Arch{\"a}ologie}, volume = {2023}, journal = {Blickpunkt Arch{\"a}ologie}, number = {2/2023}, publisher = {Dr. Friedrich Pfeil}, address = {M{\"u}nchen}, organization = {Deutscher Verband f{\"u}r Arch{\"a}ologie, DVA}, issn = {2364-4796}, pages = {13}, subject = {Afrikanische Arch{\"a}ologie}, language = {de} } @article{KleinitzApohFiadoretal., author = {Kleinitz, Cornelia and Apoh, Wazi and Fiador, Ernest K. and Kurapkat, Dietmar and Linst{\"a}dter, J{\"o}rg and Loges, Kathrin and Verstegen, Ute and Zeitler, Annika}, title = {Kpando, Volta Region, Ghana. Archaeology and ›Shared Heritage‹ of German Colonialism in Former Togoland. Research in 2022 and 2023}, series = {e-Forschungsberichte des Deutschen Arch{\"a}ologischen Instituts}, journal = {e-Forschungsberichte des Deutschen Arch{\"a}ologischen Instituts}, number = {Faszikel 2-2023}, address = {Berlin}, issn = {2198-7734}, doi = {10.34780/06b8-361b}, pages = {20 -- 32}, abstract = {A cooperative project focusing on the archaeology and ›shared heritage‹ of German colonialism in the former Togoland colony brings together capacities from Ghanaian and German partners in the fields of archaeology, history, ethnography, architecture/building archaeology and surveying/cartography. The project aims to document, research, preserve, and present built heritage from the German colonial period in close consultation and cooperation with local authorities and communities. Building on extensive archaeological research on German missionisation and colonisation of Togoland led by Wazi Apoh and students over the past 20 years, the project partners initially focus on archival and building archaeological research, including damage assessments and restoration/rehabilitation planning in addition to (GIS-)mapping. This report outlines preliminary results from preparatory research in 2022 and a first field season in the Volta Region of Ghana in early 2023, and it highlights possible avenues for further work.}, subject = {Afrikanische Arch{\"a}ologie}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{SpiegelKurapkat, author = {Spiegel, Daniela and Kurapkat, Dietmar}, title = {Die Ambivalenzen herrschaftlichen Residierens zwischen Orient und Okzident}, series = {Wohnen - Reisen - Residieren. Herrschaftliche Repr{\"a}sentation zwischen tempor{\"a}rer Hofhaltung und dauerhafter Residenz in Orient und Okzident}, booktitle = {Wohnen - Reisen - Residieren. Herrschaftliche Repr{\"a}sentation zwischen tempor{\"a}rer Hofhaltung und dauerhafter Residenz in Orient und Okzident}, editor = {Sack, Doroth{\´e}e and Gussone, Martin}, publisher = {Michael Imhof}, address = {Petersberg}, isbn = {9783731900375}, pages = {17 -- 38}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{NgBockLinner, author = {Ng, Ming Shan and Bock, Thomas and Linner, Thomas}, title = {Robotization: Design for Fabrication, Assembly, Disassembly and the Circular Built Environment with Robot-Oriented Design}, series = {22th Symposium on Construction Robotics in Japan - Ongoing commitment to construction robot technology needed for a sustainable society}, booktitle = {22th Symposium on Construction Robotics in Japan - Ongoing commitment to construction robot technology needed for a sustainable society}, pages = {8}, abstract = {Robotics has been gradually adopted in the construction sector to improve productivity and efficiency through automation. Recent scholars study design for automation to facilitate robotization in design and planning. Besides, it has the potential to enable circularity to assist in the current resource crisis. This article explores how robotization can foster the circular built environment with design for fabrication, assembly and disassembly in current practice. This article first presents the industry adoption of robotization through design for fabrication, assembly and disassembly (Design for X) and Robot-Oriented Design (ROD) in Japan and abroad. Secondly, based on the concept of ROD, this work investigates how this fosters the circular built environment through industry review and literature review. It is concluded with three takeaways of robotization for the circular built environment with ROD and future directions in research. The work contributes to the body of knowledge in automation in construction, construction management, technology and innovation.}, language = {en} } @incollection{KoenigGuertlerTlukova, author = {Koenig, Eric and Guertler, Katherine and Tlukov{\´a}, Jolana}, title = {Harnessing learners' domain expertise for LSP curriculum development: Experience-based best practices and strategies}, series = {New to the LSP Classroom? A Selection of Monographs on Successful Practices}, booktitle = {New to the LSP Classroom? A Selection of Monographs on Successful Practices}, editor = {Vranova, Martina}, publisher = {Vernon Press}, address = {Wilmington, DE}, isbn = {978-1-64889-150-2}, pages = {131 -- 146}, abstract = {In Chapter 7, a team of authors from European technical universities addresses the most common challenge novice LSP practitioners usually have—inadequate knowledge of the target domain. They propose strategies to develop the language instructor's technical terminology and concepts. Struggling with feelings of intimidation in an alienating environment of the technical English classroom led the authors to a realization that the best source of target-domain knowledge is their own students. Interacting with students and receiving and appreciating subject-matter input from them bridges the gap between LSP practitioners with humanistic training and their technology-oriented students. By creating the classroom culture of two sets of experts in cooperation to solve a problem, both the teachers and the students can symbiotically learn from each other. Such teacher-student cooperation will give novice LSP practitioners a considerable head start. Moreover, it ensures that course design and curriculum can be tailored to the students' needs. Such student-guided input will also make up for the intensely felt lack of contact between LSP instructors and experts teaching subject-matter courses. The reflections on the unenviable situation of LSP instructors in an environment where everybody else but them has the target-domain knowledge is then followed by a list of specific in-class and take-home activities that incorporate the student-domain expertise in the ESP classroom. All these activities can be adapted to any language, level of proficiency, or target domain.}, language = {en} } @incollection{BresinskyStrat, author = {Bresinsky, Markus and Strat, Francesca Elena}, title = {ChatGPT supporting intelligence analysis in strategic forecasting}, series = {Zagrożenia i wyzwania bezpieczeństwa w cyberprzestrzeni}, booktitle = {Zagrożenia i wyzwania bezpieczeństwa w cyberprzestrzeni}, editor = {Pomykala, Marta and Oleksiewicz, Izabela}, publisher = {Oficyna Wydawnicza Politechniki Rzeszowskiej}, address = {Rzesz{\´o}w}, pages = {231 -- 258}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{SchmidbauerHaug, author = {Schmidbauer, Simon and Haug, Sonja}, title = {Quantitative surveys of refugees}, series = {Polarisierte Welten, 41. Kongress der Deutschen Gesellschaft f{\"u}r Soziologie, 26.-30. Sept. 2022, Bielefeld}, booktitle = {Polarisierte Welten, 41. Kongress der Deutschen Gesellschaft f{\"u}r Soziologie, 26.-30. Sept. 2022, Bielefeld}, editor = {Villa, Paula-Irene}, address = {Bielefeld}, organization = {Deutsche Gesellschaft f{\"u}r Soziologie}, doi = {10.35096/othr/pub-7836}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-78368}, pages = {8}, abstract = {Contribution to the Ad Hoc Group "M{\"o}glichkeiten der quantitativen Erforschung schwer erreichbarer, versteckter und marginalisierter Bev{\"o}lkerungsgruppen"}, subject = {Migration}, language = {en} } @techreport{BresinskyPetzke, author = {Bresinsky, Markus and Petzke, Jan}, title = {Russland 2030+}, publisher = {OTH Regensburg}, doi = {10.35096/othr/pub-7839}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-78395}, abstract = {Der Bericht "Russland 2030+: Wege in eine ungewisse Zukunft" pr{\"a}sentiert m{\"o}gliche Szenarien f{\"u}r die politische, wirtschaftliche, milit{\"a}rische und gesellschaftliche Entwicklung Russlands bis {\"u}ber das Jahr 2030 hinaus. Er basiert auf einem interdisziplin{\"a}ren Ansatz und verwendet Foresight-Methoden, darunter eine PMESII-Analyse. Diese wurde von Studierenden der OTH Regensburg unter Leitung von Prof. Dr. Markus Bresinsky in Zusammenarbeit mit Vertretern der Bundeswehr durchgef{\"u}hrt. Der Bericht stellt f{\"u}nf Zukuntsbilder vor, die sich jeweils auf unterschiedliche Schl{\"u}sselfaktoren und Annahmen st{\"u}tzen: von einer Fortf{\"u}hrung der autorit{\"a}ren Herrschaft (Putin's Tsardom) {\"u}ber gewaltsame Machtwechsel (Moscow Meltdown) bis hin zur zunehmenden Abh{\"a}ngigkeit von China (Dragon eats Bear). Ziel der Untersuchung ist es, m{\"o}gliche Entwicklungen und deren Implikationen f{\"u}r internationale Akteure aufzuzeigen, um eine fundierte Entscheidungsgrundlage f{\"u}r vorausschauendes Handeln zu schaffen.}, language = {de} } @article{RusavyCechovaDendorferetal., author = {Rusavy, Zdenek and Cechova, Hana and Dendorfer, Sebastian and Kalis, Vladimir and Ismail, Khaled M.}, title = {Is the Finnish grip tight enough? A manometric study of two manual perineal protection techniques}, series = {Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica}, journal = {Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica}, edition = {Early view}, publisher = {Wiley}, doi = {10.1111/aogs.15033}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{SpaethWestner, author = {Sp{\"a}th, Carina and Westner, Markus}, title = {Challenges in Agile Transformations: A Comprehensive Review}, series = {16th Mediterranean Conference on Information Systems (MCIS) 2024, Proceedings, October 3rd to 5th, 2024, Porto, Portugal}, booktitle = {16th Mediterranean Conference on Information Systems (MCIS) 2024, Proceedings, October 3rd to 5th, 2024, Porto, Portugal}, publisher = {AIS eLibrary}, doi = {10.35096/othr/pub-7832}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-78320}, pages = {18}, abstract = {This paper investigates the challenges organizations face during agile transformations, a critical adaptation in today's fast-paced business environment. Despite the potential benefits, many companies struggle with the implementation of agile methodologies. Through a systematic literature review of recent publications, we identify and categorize 19 challenges into three main areas: people, leadership, and organisation/processes. Our findings highlight that the most significant issues arise within the 'people' category, including plan-driven thinking, lack of knowledge, and inefficient collaboration. Leadership challenges involve insufficient management support and cultural mismatches, while organisation/process-related issues encompass inadequate planning and coordination. By synthesizing these challenges, this study provides a comprehensive overview aimed at helping practitioners anticipate and mitigate potential obstacles, thereby increasing the likelihood of successful agile transformations. These insights extend existing knowledge and emphasize the need for a holistic approach to manage the people, the leadership, and the organisation/process challenges of agile transformation.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{WestnerCuestaGorostidiGutierrezRodriguezetal., author = {Westner, Markus and Cuesta Gorostidi, Irene and Gutierrez Rodriguez, Uxue and Oyarbide-Zubillaga, Aitor and Fern{\´a}ndez Rodr{\´i}guez, Isabel}, title = {Enhancing work-based learning through the i-wobal project and its digital school of work-based learning (WBL) facilitators}, series = {17th annual International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation (ICERI2024), Seville, Spain. 11-13 November, 2024}, booktitle = {17th annual International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation (ICERI2024), Seville, Spain. 11-13 November, 2024}, publisher = {IATED}, address = {Sevilla}, isbn = {978-84-09-63010-3}, issn = {2340-1095}, doi = {10.21125/iceri.2024}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-78459}, pages = {10}, abstract = {The i-WOBAL project, supported by Erasmus+, strategically enhances work-based learning (WBL) in higher education and vocational training across Europe, with a particular focus on supporting the professional development of company and academic facilitators of students engaged in WBL environments. This initiative launches the i-WOBAL didactical guide, together with the establishment of the digital school of WBL facilitators, a digital learning space designed to translate the theoretical framework of the guide into practical, actionable strategies for facilitators. The project is the result of the coordinated work of a consortium of 7 higher education and vocational training institutions from 5 different European countries. The digital school of WBL facilitators serves as a training hub where facilitators from both academic institutions and the business sector receive specialised training to effectively guide and support students. The digital school offers a structured curriculum, including modules on relevant soft skills, to ensure that facilitators are well equipped to manage and enhance the WBL experience for students. This paper describes the curriculum and pedagogical approaches of the digital school of WBL facilitators, its role in facilitating the practical application of WBL strategies and the collaboration of the partners to bring in their unique expertise. The collaborative nature of the i-WOBAL project, involving a consortium of European educational and corporate institutions, promotes a shared culture of best practice and continuous innovation in WBL. The potential scalability of this model offers significant implications for future educational policies aimed at standardising and improving the facilitation of WBL across different educational systems and market environments.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{SouzaPachecodeAngeloetal., author = {Souza, Luis A. and Pacheco, Andr{\´e} G.C. and de Angelo, Gabriel G. and Oliveira-Santos, Thiago and Palm, Christoph and Papa, Jo{\~a}o Paulo}, title = {LiwTERM: A Lightweight Transformer-Based Model for Dermatological Multimodal Lesion Detection}, series = {2024 37th SIBGRAPI Conference on Graphics, Patterns and Images (SIBGRAPI), Manaus, Brazil, 9/30/2024 - 10/3/2024}, booktitle = {2024 37th SIBGRAPI Conference on Graphics, Patterns and Images (SIBGRAPI), Manaus, Brazil, 9/30/2024 - 10/3/2024}, publisher = {IEEE}, isbn = {979-8-3503-7603-6}, doi = {10.1109/SIBGRAPI62404.2024.10716324}, pages = {1 -- 6}, abstract = {Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the world, accounting for approximately 30\% of all diagnosed tumors. Early diagnosis reduces mortality rates and prevents disfiguring effects in different body regions. In recent years, machine learning techniques, particularly deep learning, have shown promising results in this task, presenting studies that have demonstrated that combining a patient's clinical information with images of the lesion is crucial for improving the classification of skin lesions. Despite that, meaningful use of clinical information with multiple images is mandatory, requiring further investigation. Thus, this project aims to contribute to developing multimodal machine learning-based models to cope with the skin lesion classification task employing a lightweight transformer model. As a main hypothesis, models can take multiple images from different sources as input, along with clinical information from the patient's history, leading to a more reliable diagnosis. Our model deals with the not-trivial task of combining images and clinical information (from anamneses) concerning the skin lesions in a lightweight transformer architecture that does not demand high computation resources but still presents competitive classification results.}, language = {en} } @incollection{Pfingsten, author = {Pfingsten, Andrea}, title = {Telepr{\"a}senzroboter - Potenzial als Unterst{\"u}tzung von Pflege und Therapie}, series = {Digitale Technik f{\"u}r ambulante Pflege und Therapie III: Nutzung Akzeptanz Wirkung und Lebensqualit{\"a}t}, booktitle = {Digitale Technik f{\"u}r ambulante Pflege und Therapie III: Nutzung Akzeptanz Wirkung und Lebensqualit{\"a}t}, editor = {Weber, Karsten and Haug, Sonja and Lauer, Norina and Mohr, Christa}, publisher = {transcript}, address = {Bielefeld}, isbn = {978-3-8376-6728-8}, doi = {10.14361/9783839467282-002}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/10.14361/9783839467282-002}, pages = {7 -- 12}, language = {de} } @misc{ScheppachMendelMuzalyovaetal., author = {Scheppach, Markus W. and Mendel, Robert and Muzalyova, Anna and Rauber, David and Probst, Andreas and Nagl, Sandra and R{\"o}mmele, Christoph and Yip, Hon Chi and Lau, Louis Ho Shing and G{\"o}lder, Stefan Karl and Schmidt, Arthur and Kouladouros, Konstantinos and Abdelhafez, Mohamed and Walter, B. and Meinikheim, Michael and Chiu, Philip Wai Yan and Palm, Christoph and Messmann, Helmut and Ebigbo, Alanna}, title = {K{\"u}nstliche Intelligenz erh{\"o}ht die Gef{\"a}ßerkennung von Endoskopikern bei third space Endoskopie}, series = {Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Gastroenterologie}, volume = {62}, journal = {Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Gastroenterologie}, number = {09}, publisher = {Georg Thieme Verlag KG}, doi = {10.1055/s-0044-1790087}, pages = {e830}, abstract = {Einleitung: K{\"u}nstliche Intelligenz (KI)-Algorithmen unterst{\"u}tzen Endoskopiker bei der Erkennung und Charakterisierung von Kolonpolypen in der klinischen Praxis und f{\"u}hren zu einer Erh{\"o}hung der Adenomdetektionsrate. Auch bei therapeutischen Maßnahmen wie der endoskopischen Submukosadissektion (ESD) k{\"o}nne relevante anatomische Strukturen durch KI mit hoher Genauigkeit erkannt und im endoskopischen Bild in Echtzeit markiert werden. Der Effekt einer solchen Applikation auf die Gef{\"a}ßdetektion von Endoskopikern ist bislang nicht erforscht. Ziele: In dieser Studie wurde der Effekt eines KI-Algorithmus zur Echtzeit-Gef{\"a}ßmarkierung bei ESD auf die Gef{\"a}ßdetektionsrate von Endoskopikern untersucht. Methodik: 59 third space Endoskopievideos wurde aus der Datenbank des Universit{\"a}tsklinikums Augsburg extrahiert. Auf 5470 Einzelbildern dieser Untersuchungen wurde submukosale Blutgef{\"a}ße annotiert. Zusammen mit weiteren 179681 unmarkierten Bildern wurde ein DeepLabV3+ neuronales Netzwerk mit einer semi-supervised learning Methode darin trainiert, submukosale Blutgef{\"a}ße auf dem endoskopischen Bild zu erkennen und in Echtzeit einzuzeichnen. Anhand eines Videotests mit 101 Videoclips und 200 vordefinierten Blutgef{\"a}ßen wurden 19 Endoskopiker mit und ohne KI Unterst{\"u}tzung getestet. Ergebnis: Der Algorithmus erkannte in dem Videotest 93.5\% der Gef{\"a}ße in einer Detektionszeit von im Median 0,3 Sekunden. Die Gef{\"a}ßdetektionsrate von Endoskopikern erh{\"o}hte sich durch KI Unterst{\"u}tzung von 56,4\% auf 72,4\% (p<0.001). Die Gef{\"a}ßdetektionszeit reduzierte sich durch KI-Unterst{\"u}tzung von 6,7 auf 5.2 Sekunden (p<0.001). Der Algorithmus zeigte eine Rate an falsch positiven Detektionen in 4.5\% der Einzelbilder. Falsch positiv erkannte Strukturen wurde k{\"u}rzer detektiert, als richtig positive (0.7 und 6.0 Sekunden, p<0.001). Schlussfolgerung: KI Unterst{\"u}tzung f{\"u}hrte zu einer erh{\"o}hten Gef{\"a}ßdetektionsrate und schnelleren Gef{\"a}ßdetektionszeit von Endoskopikern. Ein m{\"o}glicher klinischer Effekt auf die intraprozedurale Komplikationsrate oder Operationszeit k{\"o}nnte in prospektiven Studien ermittelt werden.}, language = {de} } @article{GradSchultheissDiemaretal., author = {Grad, Marius and Schultheiß, Ulrich and Diemar, Andreas and Spieß, Lothar and Noster, Ulf}, title = {Preparation methodology for the microstructural characterization of diffusion layers in a titanium/steel composite}, series = {Practical Metallography}, volume = {61}, journal = {Practical Metallography}, number = {12}, publisher = {Walter de Gruyter GmbH}, issn = {2195-8599}, doi = {10.1515/pm-2024-0087}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-78346}, pages = {938 -- 946}, abstract = {Hot pressing of titanium and carbon steel leads to the formation of a diffusion layer at the interface. Depending on the carbon content of the steel used, it either exclusively contains TiC or additional other phases. In the case of steel with a medium carbon concentration (0.67 wt.\% C), a pure TiC layer forms. A preparation methodology was developed to make statements about functional and microstructural properties of the respective layers such as layer thickness, porosity, or grain size. However, apart from the diffusion layer's microstructure, it also reveals the microstructure of the two base substrates. A comparison based on electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD) examinations yields similar results in terms of microstructure. A micrograph analysis based on the new preparation methodology also allows confirming the element distribution measurement by glow discharge optical emission spectroscopy (GDOES). The methodology therefore provides a way of quickly and reliably controlling the layer formation during the hot pressing process of titanium and carbon steel.}, language = {en} } @misc{ScheppachNunesArizietal., author = {Scheppach, Markus W. and Nunes, Danilo Weber and Arizi, X. and Rauber, David and Probst, Andreas and Nagl, Sandra and R{\"o}mmele, Christoph and Palm, Christoph and Messmann, Helmut and Ebigbo, Alanna}, title = {Intraoperative Phasenerkennung bei endoskopischer Submukosadissektion mit Hilfe von k{\"u}nstlicher Intelligenz}, series = {Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Gastroenterologie}, volume = {62}, journal = {Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Gastroenterologie}, number = {09}, publisher = {Georg Thieme Verlag KG}, doi = {10.1055/s-0044-1790084}, pages = {e828}, abstract = {Einleitung: K{\"u}nstliche Intelligenz (KI) wird in der Endoskopie des Gastrointestinaltraktes zur Erkennung und Charakterisierung von Kolonpolypen eingesetzt. Die Rolle von KI bei therapeutischen Maßnahmen wurde noch nicht eingehend untersucht. Eine intraprozedurale Phasenerkennung bei endoskopischer Submukoasdissektion (ESD) k{\"o}nnte die Erhebung von Qualit{\"a}tsindikatoren erm{\"o}glichen. Weiterhin k{\"o}nnte diese Technologie zu einem tieferen Verst{\"a}ndnis {\"u}ber die Eigenschaften der Prozedur f{\"u}hren und weiterf{\"u}hrende Applikationen zur automatischen Dokumentation oder standardisiertem Training vorbereiten. Ziele: Ziel dieser Studie war die Entwicklung eines KI Algorithmus zur intraprozeduralen Phasenerkennung bei endoskopischer Submukosadissektion. Methodik: 2071546 Einzelbilder aus 27 ESD Videos in voller L{\"a}nge wurden f{\"u}r die {\"u}bergeordneten Klassen Diagnostik, Markierung, Nadelinjektion, Dissektion und Blutung, sowie die untergeordneten Klassen Endoskop-Manipulation, Injektion und Applikation von elektrischem Strom annotiert. Mit einem Trainingsdatensatz (898440 Einzelbilder, 17 ESDs) wurde ein Video Swin Transformer mit uniformer Stichprobenentnahme trainiert und intern validiert (769523 Einzelbilder, 6 ESDs). Neben der internen Validierung wurde der Algorithmus anhand von einem separaten Testdatensatz (403583 Einzelbilder, 4 ESDs) evaluiert. Ergebnis: Der F1 Score des Algorithmus f{\"u}r alle Klassen lag in der internen Validierung bei 83\%, in dem separaten Test bei 90\%. Anhand des separaten Tests wurden true positive (TP)-Raten f{\"u}r Diagnostik, Markierung, Nadelinjektion, Dissektion und Blutung von 100\%, 100\%, 96\%, 97\% und 93\% ermittelt. F{\"u}r Endoskopmanipulation, Injektion und Applikation von Elektrizit{\"a}t lagen die TP-Raten bei 92\%, 98\% und 91\%. Schlussfolgerung: Der entwickelte Algorithmus klassifizierte ESD Videos in voller L{\"a}nge und anhand jedes einzelnen Bildes mit hoher Genauigkeit. Zuk{\"u}nftige Forschungsvorhaben k{\"o}nnten intraoperative Qualit{\"a}tsindikatioren auf Basis dieser Informationen entwickeln und eine automatisierte Dokumentation erm{\"o}glichen.}, language = {de} } @article{GlavanBelyaevaShamoninChamonine, author = {Glavan, Gašper and Belyaeva, Inna A. and Shamonin (Chamonine), Mikhail}, title = {On the Piezomagnetism of Magnetoactive Elastomeric Cylinders in Uniform Magnetic Fields: Height Modulation in the Vicinity of an Operating Point by Time-Harmonic Fields}, series = {Polymers}, volume = {16}, journal = {Polymers}, number = {19}, doi = {10.3390/polym16192706}, abstract = {Soft magnetoactive elastomers (MAEs) are currently considered to be promising materials for actuators in soft robotics. Magnetically controlled actuators often operate in the vicinity of a bias point. Their dynamic properties can be characterized by the piezomagnetic strain coefficient, which is a ratio of the time-harmonic strain amplitude to the corresponding magnetic field strength. Herein, the dynamic strain response of a family of MAE cylinders to the time-harmonic (frequency of 0.1-2.5 Hz) magnetic fields of varying amplitude (12.5 kA/m-62.5 kA/m), superimposed on different bias magnetic fields (25-127 kA/m), is systematically investigated for the first time. Strain measurements are based on optical imaging with sub-pixel resolution. It is found that the dynamic strain response of MAEs is considerably different from that in conventional magnetostrictive polymer composites (MPCs), and it cannot be described by the effective piezomagnetic constant from the quasi-static measurements. The obtained maximum values of the piezomagnetic strain coefficient (∼102 nm/A) are one to two orders of magnitude higher than in conventional MPCs, but there is a significant phase lag (35-60°) in the magnetostrictive response with respect to an alternating magnetic field. The experimental dependencies of the characteristics of the alternating strain on the amplitude of the alternating field, bias field, oscillation frequency, and aspect ratio of cylinders are given for several representative examples. It is hypothesized that the main cause of observed peculiarities is the non-linear viscoelasticity of these composite materials.}, language = {en} } @misc{RoserMeinikheimMendeletal., author = {Roser, David and Meinikheim, Michael and Mendel, Robert and Palm, Christoph and Muzalyova, Anna and Rauber, David and R{\"u}ckert, Tobias and Parsa, Nasim and Byrne, Michael F. and Messmann, Helmut and Ebigbo, Alanna}, title = {Mensch-Maschine-Interaktion: Einfluss k{\"u}nstlicher Intelligenz auf das diagnostische Vertrauen von Endoskopikern bei der Beurteilung des Barrett-{\"O}sophagus}, series = {Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Gastroenterologie}, volume = {62}, journal = {Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Gastroenterologie}, number = {09}, publisher = {Georg Thieme Verlag KG}, doi = {10.1055/s-0044-1789656}, pages = {e575 -- e576}, abstract = {Ziele: Das Ziel der Studie war es, den Einfluss von KI auf die diagnostische Sicherheit (Konfidenzniveau) von Endoskopikern anhand von B{\"O}-Videos zu untersuchen und m{\"o}gliche Korrelationen mit der Untersuchungsqualit{\"a}t zu erforschen. Methodik: 22 Endoskopiker aus zw{\"o}lf Zentren mit unterschiedlicher Barrett-Erfahrung untersuchten 96 standardisierte Endoskopievideos. Die Untersucher wurden in Experten und Nicht-Experten eingeteilt und nach dem Zufallsprinzip f{\"u}r die Bewertung der Videos mit oder ohne KI eingeteilt. Die Teilnehmer wurden in zwei Gruppen aufgeteilt: Arm A bewertete zun{\"a}chst Videos ohne KI und dann mit KI, w{\"a}hrend Arm B die umgekehrte Reihenfolge einhielt. Die Untersucher hatten die Aufgabe, B{\"O}-assoziierte Neoplasien zu erkennen und ihr Konfidenzniveau sowohl mit als auch ohne KI auf einer Skala von 0 bis 9 anzugeben. Ergebnis: In Arm A erh{\"o}hte der Einsatz von KI das Konfidenzniveau bei beiden signifikant (p<0.001). Bemerkenswert ist, dass jedoch nur Nicht-Experten durch die KI eine signifikante Verbesserung der Sensitivit{\"a}t und Spezifit{\"a}t (p<0.001 bzw. p<0.05) erfuhren. W{\"a}hrend Experten ohne KI im Vergleich zu Nicht-Experten mit KI ein h{\"o}heres Konfidenzniveau aufwiesen, gab es keinen signifikanten Unterschied in der Genauigkeit. In Arm B zeigten beide Gruppen eine signifikante Abnahme des Konfidenzniveaus (p<0.001) bei gleichbleibender Genauigkeit. Dar{\"u}ber hinaus wurden in 9\% der Entscheidungen trotz korrekter KI eine falsche Wahl getroffen. Schlussfolgerung: Der Einsatz k{\"u}nstlicher Intelligenz steigerte das Konfidenzniveau sowohl bei Experten als auch bei Nicht-Experten signifikant - ein Effekt, der im Studienmodell reversibel war. Dar{\"u}ber hinaus wiesen Experten mit oder ohne KI durchweg h{\"o}here Konfidenzniveaus auf als Nicht-Experten mit KI, trotz vergleichbarer Ergebnisse. Zudem konnte beobachtet werden, dass die Untersucher in 9\% der F{\"a}lle die KI zuungunsten des Patienten ignorierten.}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{BaumannEllerGagarina, author = {Baumann, Timo and Eller, Korbinian and Gagarina, Natalia}, title = {BERT-based Annotation of Oral Texts Elicited via Multilingual Assessment Instrument for Narratives}, series = {Proceedings of the the 6th Workshop on Narrative Understanding (WNU), November 12th to November 16th 2024, Miami, Florida, USA}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the the 6th Workshop on Narrative Understanding (WNU), November 12th to November 16th 2024, Miami, Florida, USA}, editor = {Lal, Yash Kumar and Clark, Elizabeth and Iyyer, Mohit and Chaturvedi, Snigdha and Brei, Anneliese and Brahman, Faeze and Chandu, Khyathi Raghavi}, publisher = {Association for Computational Linguistics}, address = {Stroudsburg, PA, USA}, doi = {10.18653/v1/2024.wnu-1.16}, pages = {99 -- 104}, abstract = {We investigate how NLP can help annotate the structure and complexity of oral narrative texts elicited via the Multilingual Assessment Instrument for Narratives (MAIN). MAIN is a theory-based tool designed to evaluate the narrative abilities of children who are learning one or more languages from birth or early in their development. It provides a standardized way to measure how well children can comprehend and produce stories across different languages and referential norms for children between 3 and 12 years old. MAIN has been adapted to over ninety languages and is used in over 65 countries. The MAIN analysis focuses on story structure and story complexity which are typically evaluated manually based on scoring sheets. We here investigate the automation of this process using BERT-based classification which already yields promising results.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{HantschWestner, author = {Hantsch, Carolin and Westner, Markus}, title = {Governance of IT/OT Convergence: A Review of Academic and Practitioner Literature}, series = {16th Mediterranean Conference on Information Systems (MCIS) 2024, Proceedings, October 3rd to 5th, 2024, Porto, Portugal}, booktitle = {16th Mediterranean Conference on Information Systems (MCIS) 2024, Proceedings, October 3rd to 5th, 2024, Porto, Portugal}, publisher = {AIS eLibrary}, isbn = {978-989-33-6886-2}, doi = {10.35096/othr/pub-7833}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-78335}, pages = {16}, abstract = {The convergence, i.e., integration, of Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) is a critical aspect of digital transformation in industries, driving efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage. However, this integration also introduces significant challenges, particularly in governance. This paper presents a comprehensive literature review of IT/OT convergence, focusing on the governance challenges and strategies drawn from both academic and practitioner literature. The findings reveal that effective governance is crucial for successful IT/OT convergence, requiring clear definitions of roles and responsibilities, cross-functional collaboration, and a unified approach to mitigate risks and align organizational goals. Key IT/OT convergence governance strategies include establishing a Center of Excellence, adopting a risk-based approach, and fostering a culture of change. The paper highlights the need for further research to develop comprehensive governance frameworks and empirically examine the impact of governance on IT/OT convergence success. This paper provides valuable insights for both researchers and practitioners navigating the complexities of IT/OT convergence and governance in the era of Industry 4.0.}, language = {en} } @unpublished{PagelVoglIsrael, author = {Pagel, Johannes and Vogl, Stefanie and Israel, Laura}, title = {Analyzing the Impact of Redaction on Document Classification Performance of Deep CNN Models}, publisher = {OSFPreprints}, doi = {10.31219/osf.io/sntb3}, abstract = {Many companies are facing growing data archives leading to an increasing focus on the automated classification of documents in corporate processes. Due to data protection guidelines, development with clear data is often difficult. One way to overcome this difficulty is to desensitize documents using document redaction. The following study, therefore, examines the impact of redaction on the document classification performance of a deep CNN model by analyzing how the classifica- tion performance deteriorates when the model is trained on unredacted documents and evaluated on redacted data (unredacted model) or trained on redacted data and applied to unredacted documents (redacted model). For the former condition, a loss in accuracy of 2.56\%P was found and a loss of 2.08\%P for the latter. We were also able to show that the loss in performance differed greatly between document classes and was influenced by their proportion of redacted area (unredacted model: r=0.31; redacted model: r=0.87). For the model trained with redacted and evaluated on unredacted data, we also determined that the decrease in classification accu- racy was affected by the intra-class variability of the redacted area (r=0.74). From these results, recommendations for dealing with redacted data in document classification systems are derived.}, language = {en} } @misc{CapellmannWestner, author = {Capellmann, Dominik and Westner, Markus}, title = {ChatGPT in Software Engineering: Potentials, Challenges and Possible Applications for Unit Testing and Code Debugging}, series = {21st International Conference on Applied Computing 2024}, journal = {21st International Conference on Applied Computing 2024}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{HoOoiWestner, author = {Ho, Joe Ee and Ooi, Boon Yaik and Westner, Markus}, title = {Application Integration Framework for Large Language Models}, series = {2024 5th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Data Sciences (AiDAS), Bangkok, Thailand, 03-04 September 2024}, booktitle = {2024 5th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Data Sciences (AiDAS), Bangkok, Thailand, 03-04 September 2024}, publisher = {IEEE}, isbn = {979-8-3315-2855-3}, doi = {10.1109/AiDAS63860.2024.10730541}, pages = {1 -- 6}, abstract = {Large Language Models (LLMs) have unlocked new opportunities in processing non-structured information. However, integrating LLM into conventional applications poses challenges due to their non-deterministic nature. This paper introduces a framework designed to effectively integrate LLM into intermediate modules by ensuring more consistent and reliable outputs. The framework includes three key components: the Sieve, which captures and retries processing of incorrect outputs; the Circuit Breaker, which stops processing persistently incorrect outputs; and the Optimizer, which enhances processing efficiency by combining inputs into single prompts. Experimental results employing structured methodology demonstrate the framework's effectiveness, achieving significant improvements a 71.05\% reduction in processing time and an 82.97\% reduction in token usage while maintaining high accuracy. The proposed framework, agnostic to specific LLM implementations, aids the integration of LLMs into diverse applications, enhancing automation and efficiency in fields such as finance, healthcare, and education.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{NonnMarx, author = {Nonn, Aida and Marx, P.}, title = {Validated Multiphysics Modeling For Advanced Pipeline Integrity Management}, series = {ADIPEC, November 4-7, 2024, Abu Dhabi, UAE}, booktitle = {ADIPEC, November 4-7, 2024, Abu Dhabi, UAE}, organization = {Society of Petroleum Engineers}, doi = {10.2118/222279-MS}, abstract = {The aim of this paper is to present practical steps for utilizing a validated multiphysics approach for fracture control in CO2 pipelines within the framework of Carbon Capture Transport and Storage (CCTS). Ensuring the arrest of running ductile fracture (RDF) is a crucial safety requirement for the transportation of dense-phase CO2. However, current standards rely on outdated and restrictive methods, imposing severe limitations on pipeline material and structural design. As a result, projects that fall outside these standards face the need for extremely costly tests, often leading to delays or cancellations of CCTS initiatives. This study introduces an advanced, validated, fully-coupled fluid-structure interaction (FSI) model designed to accurately predict fracture propagation in CO2 pipelines. A key advantage of this approach is its use of robust and reproducible calibration and validation procedures combined with high-quality material characterization data. The full coupling of structural, fluid, and backfill models is essential for obtaining precise results, not only in determining arrest occurrence but also in analyzing properties such as fracture velocity history, 3D pressure distributions behind the propagating crack, wall thinning, and crack tip opening angle. The FSI model has demonstrated its value as a cost-effective tool for safety assessments, enabling the development of fracture control plans that specify minimum required material properties and fluid compositions for optimized pipeline design, both onshore and offshore. Additionally, performing virtual studies with the parameterized FSI model enables the generation of synthetic data for training and validating a machine learning surrogate model. This surrogate model can be integrated into industrial practices, facilitating the application of multiphysics modeling without the need for extensive expertise.}, language = {en} } @unpublished{KloiberAnetsbergerSchultheissetal., author = {Kloiber, Jessica and Anetsberger, Viktoria and Schultheiss, Ulrich and Hornberger, Helga}, title = {Electropolishing of Magnesium Alloy Az31 with Varying Electrolyte Concentrations and Applied Potentials}, publisher = {SSRN}, doi = {10.2139/ssrn.4991311}, abstract = {Magnesium alloy AZ31 is a light material with a good mechanical stability and is used in various engineering applications. Although its tendency to localized corrosion is a limiting factor in its use. Electropolishing is a widely used process for improving the surface roughness and corrosion behavior of metals. However, there is a lack of knowledge about the electropolishing of magnesium and its alloys. In this study, an optimal electropolishing process for AZ31 was developed to improve the surface properties by varying the electrolyte concentration and the applied potential. The electrolyte composition was a mixture of phosphoric acid, ethanol and deionized water. The applied potentials were selected based on measured current density potential curves. Thereby, electropolishing was performed up to an electric charge of 18 As. The experimental results indicate that the electropolishing process should be carried out at a low current density to avoid bubble evolution and surface defects. Therefore, the concentration of the electropolishing electrolyte should have an appropriate low conductivity, and the applied potential should be in the transient or passive region of the polarization curve recorded prior to electropolishing. It could be shown that an optimized electropolishing process improved the surface of AZ31 by providing a bright and mirror-like surface and a lower roughness compared to a mechanically ground surface.}, language = {en} } @article{GarkischGoldkind, author = {Garkisch, Michael and Goldkind, Lauri}, title = {Considering a Unified Model of Artificial Intelligence Enhanced Social Work: A Systematic Review}, series = {Journal of Human Rights and Social Work}, journal = {Journal of Human Rights and Social Work}, publisher = {Springer Nature}, doi = {10.1007/s41134-024-00326-y}, pages = {20}, abstract = {Social work, as a human rights-based profession, is globally recognized as a profession committed to enhancing human well-being and helping meet the basic needs of all people, with a particular focus on those who are marginalized vulnerable, oppressed, or living in poverty. Artificial intelligence (AI), a sub-discipline of computer science, focuses on developing computers with decision-making capacity. The impacts of these two disciplines on each other and the ecosystems that social work is most concerned with have considerable unrealized potential. This systematic review aims to map the research landscape of social work AI scholarship. The authors analyzed the contents of 67 articles and used a qualitative analytic approach to code the literature, exploring how social work researchers investigate AI. We identified themes consistent with Staub-Bernasconi's triple mandate, covering profession level, social agency (organizations), and clients. The literature has a striking gap or lack of empirical research about AI implementations or using AI strategies as a research method. We present the emergent themes (possibilities and risks) from the analysis as well as recommendations for future social work researchers. We propose an integrated model of Artificial Intelligence Enhanced Social Work (or "Artificial Social Work"), which proposes a marriage of social work practice and artificial intelligence tools. This model is based on our findings and informed by the triple mandate and the human rights framework.}, subject = {K{\"u}nstliche Intelligenz}, language = {en} } @incollection{Rill, author = {Rill, Georg}, title = {Vehicle Dynamics in Real-Time Simulation}, series = {The dynamics of vehicles on roads and on tracks}, booktitle = {The dynamics of vehicles on roads and on tracks}, editor = {Apetaur, Milan}, publisher = {CRC Press}, address = {Boca Raton}, isbn = {9781003210894}, doi = {10.1201/9781003210894-40}, pages = {337 -- 347}, abstract = {This paper presents some ideas on a new concept, named COMPACT (Computer Simulation of Passenger Cars and Trucks). COMPACT was developed for the mathematical description of vehicles in all driving situations. As COMPACT is completely adopted to the particular problems in road vehicle dynamics, it results in a computer code where execution time is minimized. Thus, even real-time application at the Daimler-Benz driving simulator is possible. Previous Chapter Next Chapter}, language = {en} } @article{SchieglSchrollDecker, author = {Schiegl, Corina and Schroll-Decker, Irmgard}, title = {Außerklinisches Weaning in einer {\"U}bergangswohnform}, series = {Bl{\"a}tter der Wohlfahrtspflege}, volume = {171}, journal = {Bl{\"a}tter der Wohlfahrtspflege}, number = {4}, publisher = {Nomos}, issn = {2942-3147}, doi = {10.5771/0340-8574-2024-4-146}, pages = {146 -- 149}, abstract = {Das Weaning bezeichnet die Entw{\"o}hnung von einer maschinellen Beatmung. Es findet bislang {\"u}berwiegend in klinischen Settings statt. Aktuell gibt es Bestrebungen in der Medizin und in der Pflege, das Weaning auch außerhalb des Krankenhauses in spezialisierten außerklinischen Einrichtungen zu implementieren. Im Januar 2021 wurde im Landkreis Regensburg eine solche {\"U}bergangswohnform zum außerklinischen Weaning auf Probe zugelassen. Nachfolgend werden die ersten Ergebnisse der sozialwissenschaftlichen Begleitung dargestellt.}, language = {de} } @techreport{HaugScharf, author = {Haug, Sonja and Scharf, Anna}, title = {Report on social acceptance and consequences of hydrogen and fuel cell technology. Living Laboratory - Demonstration eines komplett reinen Wasserstoff-Brennstoffzellen-Systems (Living H2). Deliverable 6.4}, organization = {Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Regensburg / Institut f{\"u}r Sozialforschung und Technikfolgenabsch{\"a}tzung}, doi = {10.13140/RG.2.2.34937.07526}, abstract = {The aim of this deliverable is to report about empirical research on social acceptance of fuel cell technology for energy generation. Different stakeholder groups in France and Germany were asked about their level of knowledge and their attitude towards fuel cell technology and hydrogen-powered heating systems with an online survey (Germany: n=106, France: n=8). From an expert's point of view the future importance of hydrogen heating systems is estimated to be very high. For the evaluation, sustainability aspects, autonomy, and independence regarding energy consumption are considered paramount. Results show that subjective knowledge on hydrogen technology is rather low, and concerns are widespread. A technology acceptance model was established and empirically tested. The linear regression model shows that for acceptance, sustainability of energy consumption and autonomy from prices on the electricity market are crucial; the more respondents know about the technology, acceptance rates fall. Experts point out that the hydrogen economy cannot be considered as being mature and that risks exist. They also state a lack of political strategy and concepts for a hydrogen economy. There are differences and similarities concerning the preferred scenario for the distribution and use of hydrogen between Germany and France. In both countries, there is not dispute about that the H 2 production plant should be close to a renewable energy generation plant and distribution should not employ trucks. The employment of the technology with a 100 \% H 2 fuel cell cogeneration system receives high acceptance rates in both countries. In Germany, in contrast to France, a scenario with H 2 pipeline and H 2 boiler is not considered reasonable. Preferred is a combination of H 2 pipeline, local heating networks, and fuel cell cogeneration. Given these findings, in what follows, recommendations for action are derived.}, language = {en} } @incollection{JaritzMarx, author = {Jaritz, Sabine and Marx, Susanne}, title = {Externe Begleitung f{\"u}r KI-Projekte in KMUs}, series = {KI in der Projektwirtschaft 2: Eine neue {\"A}ra der Effizienz und Innovation}, booktitle = {KI in der Projektwirtschaft 2: Eine neue {\"A}ra der Effizienz und Innovation}, editor = {Bernert, Christian and Scheuerer, Steffen and Wehnes, Harald}, publisher = {UKV}, address = {T{\"u}bingen}, isbn = {978-3-381-11141-1}, doi = {10.24053/9783381111428}, pages = {15 -- 25}, abstract = {Dieser Beitrag befasst sich mit der Rolle externer Unterst{\"u}tzungsangebote in der Umsetzung von Projekten zur Nutzung von K{\"u}nstlicher Intelligenz (KI) im Mittelstand. W{\"a}hrend Großunternehmen Mittel und Ressourcen haben, externe Beratungsleistungen einzukaufen, um sich bei KI-Themen unterst{\"u}tzen zu lassen, so haben kleine und mittlere Unternehmen (KMUs) diese M{\"o}glichkeit in der Regel nur eingeschr{\"a}nkt. Die Nachfrage nach Support, um f{\"u}r das KI-Zeitalter ger{\"u}stet zu sein, ist auch bei KMUs groß. Der Artikel bietet einen {\"U}berblick {\"u}ber die verschiedenen Anbietergruppen und ihre unterschiedlichen Angebotsformen f{\"u}r KMUs. Dazu werden im ersten Schritt diverse Angebotsformen, wie Wissensvermittlung mit Hilfe von Informationsmaterialien und Veranstaltungen, Erstgespr{\"a}che, Potenzialanalysen, individuelle Beratung bei KI-Projekten und Vernetzung, auf Basis einer Desk-Research erfasst. Im zweiten Schritt wird sich dann auf individuelle Beratung von KMUs als spezifische Angebotsform fokussiert. Durch Tiefeninterviews mit KI-Beratern wird beleuchtet, welche Art von KI-Projekten von KMUs derzeit priorisiert werden und welche zentralen Aufgaben die externen Begleitungen dabei {\"u}bernehmen.}, language = {de} } @misc{HaugSchmidbauer, author = {Haug, Sonja and Schmidbauer, Simon}, title = {Erhebungsmaterialien im Projekt Demokratieakzeptanz und Partizipation von Gefl{\"u}chteten (DePaGe)}, organization = {Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Regensburg / Institut f{\"u}r Sozialforschung und Technikfolgenabsch{\"a}tzung}, doi = {10.35096/othr/pub-7729}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-77296}, abstract = {Erhebungsmaterialien (Fragebogen und Informationstext) des Forschungsprojekts Demokratieakzeptanz und Partizipation von Gefl{\"u}chteten (DePaGe) im Rahmen des bayerischen Forschungsverbunds zur Zukunft der Demokratie (ForDemocracy).}, language = {de} } @incollection{Jaritz, author = {Jaritz, Sabine}, title = {KI in der Projektmanagement-Lehre}, series = {KI in der Projektwirtschaft: Was ver{\"a}ndert sich durch KI im Projektmanagement?}, booktitle = {KI in der Projektwirtschaft: Was ver{\"a}ndert sich durch KI im Projektmanagement?}, editor = {Bernert, Christian and Scheurer, Steffen and Wehnes, Harald}, publisher = {UKV}, address = {T{\"u}bingen}, isbn = {978-3-381-11131-2}, doi = {10.24053/9783381111329}, pages = {201 -- 210}, abstract = {Der Artikel besch{\"a}ftigt sich mit dem Einbezug von K{\"u}nstlicher Intelligenz (KI) in die Projektmanagement-Lehre an Hochschulen. Um zeitgem{\"a}ße Projektmanagement-Lehre anbieten zu k{\"o}nnen, ist es f{\"o}rderlich, KI in die Lehre einzubeziehen, und so Studierende bei der Entwicklung von Future Skills zu unterst{\"u}tzen. Die Integration von KI in die Lehre wird anhand von vier Handlungsfeldern aufgezeigt. Im Sinne eines Call-to-Action wird ermutigt, KI-bezogene Lernziele explizit zu definieren und diese mit den Pr{\"u}fungsleistungen und den Lehr-/Lernaktivit{\"a}ten entsprechend des vorgestellten didaktischen Ansatzes des Constructive Alignment aufeinander abzustimmen. Es werden drei Good-Practice-Beispiele vorgestellt, die als Anregung dienen sollen. Der Beitrag pl{\"a}diert f{\"u}r Experimente im Zusammenhang mit dem Einsatz von KI in der Lehre. Durch experimentelles Lernen k{\"o}nnen Studierende Kompetenzen im Umgang mit KI aufbauen und sich so auf eine k{\"u}nftige Arbeitswelt vorbereiten, die von Projektarbeit und KI-Unterst{\"u}tzung gepr{\"a}gt sein wird.}, language = {de} } @misc{PfahlerNeidhartHuettneretal., author = {Pfahler, Katharina and Neidhart, Thomas and H{\"u}ttner, Susanne and Thiel, Charlotte}, title = {Vom Boden zur Wand - Stand der Technik und zuk{\"u}nftige Entwicklungen}, series = {LEHM 2024, 9. Internationale Fachtagung f{\"u}r Lehmbau, 27.-29.9.2024, Weimar}, journal = {LEHM 2024, 9. Internationale Fachtagung f{\"u}r Lehmbau, 27.-29.9.2024, Weimar}, publisher = {Eigenverlag Dachverband Lehm e.V.}, address = {Weimar}, isbn = {978-3-00-079502-2}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-78400}, pages = {8}, abstract = {Lehm selbst ist ein Baustoff mit zahlreichen Vorteilen (diffusionsoffen, wiederverwendbar, hohe Verf{\"u}gbarkeit, geringe graue Emissionen, guter Schallschutz und hohe Dauerhaftigkeit bei fachgerechtem Einsatz), aber auch Grenzen in der Anwendbarkeit, die sich aus Schwund, begrenzter Lastaufnahme und hoher W{\"a}rmeleitf{\"a}higkeit (und damit geringer W{\"a}rmed{\"a}mmwirkung) ergeben. Aus Lehm und damit aus Boden Wandbaustoff zu fertigen, funktioniert sowohl im Bereich des Trockenausbaus (Lehmbauplatten, Lehmputz) als auch des tragendes Mauerwerks sehr gut und gewinnt durch die k{\"u}rzlich eingef{\"u}hrten Normen an neuem Aufschwung. Die tragende Stampflehmbauweise mit lokal ausgehobenem Material ist bedingt durch den hohen handwerklichen Aufwand bei gleichzeitigem Fachkr{\"a}ftemangel und erforderlichen Zustimmung im Einzelfall oder vorhabensbezogener Bauartgenehmigung kosten- und zeitintensiv. Dabei bringt sie bauphysikalisch und {\"o}kologisch h{\"a}ufig signifikante Vorteile im Vergleich zu konventionellen Bauweisen mit sich. Dieser Beitrag stellt daher anhand einer ausf{\"u}hrlichen Literaturrecherche und eigenen Versuchen den Stand der Technik industrieller Lehmbaustoffe dar. Fokus des Beitrags liegt auf M{\"o}glichkeiten, die Stampflehmbauweise zu neuer und wirtschaftlicher Leistungsf{\"a}higkeit zu bringen.}, subject = {Lehmbau}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{FuerederMottok, author = {F{\"u}reder, Lukas and Mottok, J{\"u}rgen}, title = {Assessment of a MACsec-based Security System for Use in Critical Infrastructure Communication}, series = {Proceedings of the 12th Prague Embedded Systems Workshop, June 27 - 29, 2024, Horoměřice, Czech Republic}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the 12th Prague Embedded Systems Workshop, June 27 - 29, 2024, Horoměřice, Czech Republic}, isbn = {978-80-01-07303-2}, pages = {51 -- 59}, abstract = {This paper investigates the integration of Media Access Control Security (MACsec) into the communication of critical infrastructure, specifically within power grid applications, such as Substation Automation Systems (SAS) using the IEC 61850 standard. Building on the principles of both standards, this study aims to determine if MACsec can meet the security and performance requirements set by IEC 62351 for power system communications. Furthermore, a test environment containing a number of Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) supporting communication compliant to all IEC 61850 message types is established to evaluate this integration. The results of the measurements executed in this environment indicate that MACsec could secure all types of messages, such as Manufacturing Message Specification (MMS), Sampled-Value (SV) and Generic Object Oriented Substation Events (GOOSE), within the required time periods without significant delays. Even with additional encryption activated in the cipher suite, the resulting transmission times are well below the required times. This suggests that MACsec can enhance the security goals for industrial communication by providing confidentiality in addition to the already mandated assurance of authenticity and integrity to all messages without compromising performance. Only the requirement for end-to-end security cannot be met by MACsec in this configuration, as the security system re-encrypts with every hop of the transmission. For this reason, we propose a hybrid approach of Transport Layer Security (TLS) and MACsec as part of future work.}, language = {en} } @misc{SchudererRillSchulzetal., author = {Schuderer, Matthias and Rill, Georg and Schulz, Carsten and Schaeffer, Thomas}, title = {Dynamic Stick-Slip Models based on Continuous and Discontinuous Friction Characteristics}, series = {ENOC - European Nonlinear Dynamics Conference, 11th, 2024, Delft}, journal = {ENOC - European Nonlinear Dynamics Conference, 11th, 2024, Delft}, doi = {10.2139/ssrn.5014569}, pages = {17}, abstract = {This paper presents the implementation of a recently developed continuous second-order dynamic friction model (FrD2) in the commercial multibody system software Simpack, where it is evaluated against Simpack's discontinuous friction model for stick-slip applications in terms of performance. A method for adapting parameters from the well-known LuGre model to the FrD2 model is introduced. The FrD2 model accurately captures complex friction phenomena, including the Stribeck effect, which is essential for simulating friction-induced vibrations. Tested on a festoon cable system and a belt model, the FrD2 model demonstrates itself as a robust alternative to both the LuGre and Simpack models, especially for applications requiring continuous transitions between static and dynamic friction states, long-term stiction effects, and other complex friction behaviors.}, language = {en} } @incollection{WeiglMuellerPangerletal., author = {Weigl, Stefan and M{\"u}ller, Max and Pangerl, Jonas and R{\"u}ck, Thomas}, title = {Scopes and Limits of Photoacoustic Spectroscopy in Modern Breath Analysis}, series = {Breath Analysis}, booktitle = {Breath Analysis}, publisher = {Springer nature}, isbn = {978-3-031-18526-7}, doi = {10.1007/11663_2022_22}, pages = {101 -- 159}, abstract = {Photoacoustic spectroscopy is a viable tool for trace gas detection in various application fields. In recent years, this technique has been exploited more and more for modern breath analysis as well. Within this chapter, a holistic overview of photoacoustic spectroscopy is presented, while maintaining the relationship to breath analysis. Therefore, a concise description of the fundamentals of photoacoustic spectroscopy is provided. This is essential for understanding the scopes and limits of this outstanding measurement technique being described within this chapter. In the past several different types of photoacoustic measurement setups for trace gas detection have emerged, including different light sources, modulation techniques, and detection schemes. These are described shortly and advantages as well as disadvantages, especially in relation to breath analysis, are highlighted. Though being a promising sensor principle, measurement devices based on photoacoustic spectroscopy are still rare on the sensor market, especially when it comes to trace gas detection in complex gas matrices, e.g., human breath exhale. One main reason is due to possible molecular interactions influencing the relaxational behavior of the analyte altering the sensor signal. Recent results shedding light on the intricate relaxational processes within complex gas matrices are discussed in detail, providing approaches to overcome this issue. Finally, various applications of photoacoustic spectroscopy in breath analysis are described demonstrating the great potential of this technology.}, language = {en} } @article{PangerlSukulRuecketal., author = {Pangerl, Jonas and Sukul, Pritam and R{\"u}ck, Thomas and Escher, Lukas and Miekisch, Wolfram and Bierl, Rudolf and Matysik, Frank-Michael}, title = {Photoacoustic trace-analysis of breath isoprene and acetone via interband- and Quantum Cascade Lasers}, series = {Sensors and Actuators: B. Chemical}, volume = {424}, journal = {Sensors and Actuators: B. Chemical}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.1016/j.snb.2024.136886}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-77024}, pages = {12}, abstract = {This research presents two laser-based photoacoustic approaches for analyzing exhaled breath isoprene and acetone. The integration of a PTR-ToF-MS as a reference device ensured the reliability and accuracy of the photoacoustic systems that is based on an ICL for isoprene and a QCL for acetone detection. The calibration yielded limits of detection of 26.9 ppbV and 1.7 ppbV, respectively, and corresponding normalized noise equivalent absorption coefficients (NNEAs) of 5.0E-9 Wcm 1Hz 0.5 and 4.9E-9 Wcm 1Hz 0.5. Laboratory as well as real breath sample measurements from alveolar breath revealed a robust system performance, with only one outlier within the static isoprene measurements. However, discrepancies emerged under dynamic breath sampling conditions, emphasizing the need for further optimization. Especially by knowing the dynamic nature and endogenous origin of exhaled isoprene our findings highlight the potential of breath analysis for non-invasive physio-metabolic and pathophysiological monitoring towards point-of-care devices}, language = {en} } @article{LaufSchmiederVolynec, author = {Lauf, Wolfgang and Schmieder, G. and Volynec, I. A.}, title = {The automorphism space Σ(G) of a domain without punctiform prime ends}, series = {The Journal of Geometric Analysis}, volume = {10}, journal = {The Journal of Geometric Analysis}, number = {4}, publisher = {Springer}, issn = {1050-6926}, doi = {10.1007/BF02921993}, pages = {697 -- 712}, abstract = {Let G ⊆ ℂ be a simply connected domain and let Σ (G) be its group of conformal automorphisms with the topology of uniform chordal convergence on G. In 1984 Gaier raised the question whether the connectedness of the space Σ (G) implies that the domain G has only punctiform prime ends. As a contribution to answering this question in this paper the authors use suitable spike Junctions to construct a bounded domain without any punctiform prime end such that its automorphism space Σ (G) is not discrete, but totally disconnected.}, language = {en} } @misc{BresinskyHagerXanthos, author = {Bresinsky, Markus and Hager, Eva and Xanthos, George}, title = {ChatGPT for futures: how large language models can support the development of future scenarios using the Cone of Plausibility}, series = {CCEW SYMPOSIUM 2024: Predictive Synergies: Crisis Early Warning \& Foresight, 19. und 20. September 2024, M{\"u}nchen}, journal = {CCEW SYMPOSIUM 2024: Predictive Synergies: Crisis Early Warning \& Foresight, 19. und 20. September 2024, M{\"u}nchen}, doi = {10.35096/othr/pub-7781}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-77811}, abstract = {Recently, large language models (LLMs), such as the "Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer", commonly known as ChatGPT, are substantially impacting the world of (big) data analytics and artificial intelligence. This paper explores how ChatGPT-4 can be used to support the development of future scenarios using the Cone of Plausibility method. The most recent version ChatGPT 4.0 differs from its predecessors in that it can now access real-time data to generate its responses. This makes it an attractive tool for intelligence analysts, who are faced with the permanent challenge of having to sift through large amounts of data whilst also providing actionable products in a timely manner. Previous versions of ChatGPT were prone to errors such as making up information. But what if, using the right prompts, version 4.0 could become a useful sparring partner for developing future scenarios? In this study, we will ask ChatGPT 4.0 to generate sets of plausible future scenarios for "Russia 2035+" based on previously specified key drivers and assumptions. The LLM's potential for error is reduced because it is not working with hypotheses that it has generated itself. This could turn ChatGPT into a quick-thinking sparring partner for imagining varieties of future scenarios, supporting out-of-the box thinking and further minimising cognitive biases. To evaluate the reliability and accuracy of the results generated by ChatGPT, we will use the VV\&A concept developed by the US Department of Defence. According to this concept, credibility in an intelligence product is rooted in the verification, validation and accreditation of its analysis. This process is routinely followed by every intelligence analyst. We will have found out to which extent and under which circumstances ChatGPT 4.0 can credibly support the development of future scenarios.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{BuchmannPeinlSchwaegerl, author = {Buchmann, Thomas and Peinl, Ren{\´e} and Schw{\"a}gerl, Felix}, title = {White-box LLM-supported Low-code Engineering: A Vision and First Insights}, series = {Proceedings of the ACM/IEEE 27th International Conference on Model Driven Engineering Languages and Systems}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the ACM/IEEE 27th International Conference on Model Driven Engineering Languages and Systems}, publisher = {ACM}, address = {New York, NY, USA}, doi = {10.1145/3652620.368780}, pages = {556 -- 560}, abstract = {Low-code development (LCD) platforms promise to empower citizen developers to define core domain models and rules for business applications. However, as domain rules grow complex, LCD platforms may fail to do so effectively. Generative AI, driven by large language models (LLMs), offers source code generation from natural language but suffers from its non-deterministic black-box nature and limited explainability. Therefore, rather than having LLMs generate entire applications from single prompts, we advocate for a white-box approach allowing citizen developers to specify domain models semi-formally, attaching constraints and operations as natural language annotations. These annotations are fed incrementally into an LLM contextualized with the generated application stub. This results in deterministic and better explainable generation of static application components, while offering citizen developers an appropriate level of abstraction. We report on a case study in manufacturing execution systems, where the implementation of the approach provides first insights.}, language = {en} } @article{VanoutriveAldereteDeBelieetal., author = {Vanoutrive, Hanne and Alderete, Natalia and De Belie, Nele and Etxeberria, Miren and Grengg, Cyrill and Ignjatović, Ivan and Ling, Tung-Chai and Liu, Zhiyuan and Garcia-Lodeiro, In{\´e}s and Medina Mart{\´i}nez, C{\´e}sar and Sanchez, Javier and Palomo, Angel and Rebolledo, Nuria and Sakoparnig, Marlene and Sideris, Kosmas and Thiel, Charlotte and Van den Heede, Philip and Vollpracht, Anya and von Greve-Dierfeld, Stefanie and Wei, Jinxin and Zając, Maciej and Gruyaert, Elke}, title = {Report of RILEM TC 281-CCC: outcomes of a round robin on the resistance to natural carbonation of Portland, Portland-fly ash and blast-furnace cements and its relation to accelerated carbonation}, series = {Materials and Structures}, volume = {57}, journal = {Materials and Structures}, number = {9}, publisher = {Springer Science and Business Media}, issn = {1359-5997}, doi = {10.1617/s11527-024-02464-1}, abstract = {Numerous (inter)national standards are in place for assessing the resistance to carbonation of mortar and concrete. Within the framework of RILEM TC 281-CCC 'Carbonation of Concrete with SCMs,' an extensive interlaboratory test campaign (ILT) involving twenty-two participating laboratories worldwide was initiated to compare natural carbonation of concrete and mortar with three different cement types (Portland cement (CEM I), Portland-fly ash cement (CEM II/B-V) and blast-furnace cement (CEM III/B)) and investigate its relation to accelerated carbonation as reported in Vanoutrive et al. (Mater Struct 55:1-29, 2022). It could be concluded that ranking of cement types was analogous between accelerated and natural carbonation methods. Environmental parameters have an important effect on the carbonation rate, however, differences between the mean carbonation rates originating from indoor and sheltered outdoor natural exposure with different exposure conditions and curing regimes were insignificant for each considered cement type. This is caused by the scatter related to carbonation testing among different laboratories. Nevertheless, results showed that a natural exposure period of at least one year is essential to reach a constant carbonation rate over time. For both natural and accelerated carbonation, the carbonation rate increased by 18\% when the aggregate-to-cement ratio increased by 1.79 (concrete versus mortar). This correlation seems insensitive to binder type and exposure method. Finally, the best correlation between natural and accelerated carbonation was found for EN 12390-10 (specifically natural indoor exposure) and EN 12390-12 (accelerated exposure) when only test methods performed by more than one laboratory were considered.}, language = {en} } @article{SieglJungbauerGebhardtetal., author = {Siegl, Marco and Jungbauer, Bastian and Gebhardt, Jakob and Judenmann, Anna and Ehrlich, Ingo}, title = {Winding process of fibre-reinforced thermoplastic tubes with integrated tape production through in-situ roving impregnation and infrared consolidation}, series = {The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology}, volume = {135}, journal = {The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology}, number = {5-6}, editor = {Baeten, Somayeh}, publisher = {Springer Nature}, doi = {10.1007/s00170-024-14628-y}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-77827}, pages = {2847 -- 2870}, abstract = {This paper introduces a novel method for producing fibre-reinforced thermoplastic tubes by integrating tape production and consolidation into a single operation. This innovation diverges from conventional methods by combining processes to reduce costs by using raw materials instead of organotapes, allowing customised material combinations and utilising residual heat from tape production. The new process uses carbon roving and molten low-viscosity PA6 granulates, processed through a new direct impregnation setup in siphon design. Key advancements include a high-speed impregnation module capable of up to 1 m/s with high-performance extruders, cost-effective infrared emitters for winding, and a powered consolidation unit with adjustable winding angles between ±65° and ±90°. Experiments demonstrate operational speeds of approximately 471 mm/min, with an optimal cross-winding speed of 354 mm/min due to the technical limitations of the laboratory extruder and IR emitter used. Based on the technical limitations of the current system, future improvements and methodological changes will be discussed.}, language = {en} } @incollection{BoerschSupanWeiss, author = {B{\"o}rsch-Supan, Axel and Weiss, Matthias}, title = {Productivity in an Aging World}, series = {The Routledge Handbook of the Economics of Ageing}, booktitle = {The Routledge Handbook of the Economics of Ageing}, editor = {Bloom, David and Souza-Poza, Alphonso and Sunde, Uwe}, edition = {1st edition}, publisher = {Taylor \& Francis}, isbn = {9780367713324}, doi = {10.4324/9781003150398-27}, pages = {410 -- 436}, abstract = {There is a widespread impression that older workers are less productive than their younger colleagues. If this impression were true, population ageing would have negative effects on overall productivity as the share of older workers is increasing and would thus directly reduce economic growth. A lack of economic growth would amplify the economic strains on ageing societies already exerted by increasing pension, healthcare, and long-term care expenditures. This chapter discusses many methodological challenges that have plagued the measurement of the link between age and productivity. It reviews micro- and macroeconomic studies and juxtaposes them with the literature on the relationship between population ageing and aggregate productivity. The methodologically most convincing studies on individual productivity in standard jobs find an initial increase in productivity, probably a learning effect, but then productivity remains flat until retirement. These micro-level studies measure productivity in a given technological environment and therefore ignore the contribution to productivity from improving this environment. This is where macro studies come into play, which suggest a negative influence of population ageing on total factor productivity. While the microeconomic and the macroeconomic evidence appear to contradict each other, they do not because they measure different relationships that are not linked through simple aggregation. This result has important implications for methodology and public policy.}, subject = {Bev{\"o}lkerung}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{WiedererHoengEder, author = {Wiederer, Jonas and H{\"o}ng, Simon and Eder, Friedrich}, title = {Konzept zur KI-gest{\"u}tzten parametrischen Br{\"u}ckenmodellierung f{\"u}r ressourcen- und kostenoptimierte Bauwerksentw{\"u}rfe}, series = {Tagungsband 35. Forum Bauinformatik, 2024, Hamburg}, booktitle = {Tagungsband 35. Forum Bauinformatik, 2024, Hamburg}, editor = {St{\"u}hrenberg, Jan and Al-Zuriqat, Thamer and Chillon Geck, Carlos}, publisher = {Technische Universit{\"a}t Hamburg, Institut f{\"u}r Digitales und Autonomes Bauen}, address = {Hamburg}, doi = {10.15480/882.13506}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-77922}, pages = {50 -- 57}, abstract = {Br{\"u}ckenbauwerke stellen eine wesentliche Komponente einer soliden Infrastruktur dar. Wegen vernachl{\"a}ssigter Instandsetzungsmaßnahmen und sich ver{\"a}ndernder Anforderungen sind f{\"u}r eine Vielzahl dieser Bauwerke in Deutschland Ersatzneubauten notwendig. Diese Arbeit adressiert die Herausforderungen der Ressourcenverschwendung durch wiederholten Arbeitsaufwand bei individuellen Br{\"u}ckenentw{\"u}rfen f{\"u}r die angesprochenen Bauwerke. Es wird ein parametrisches Entwurfsmodells in Siemens NX entwickelt, um den Entwurfsprozess zu beschleunigen und eine einfache Anpassung an die entsprechenden Rahmenbedingungen zu erm{\"o}glichen. Zudem wird eine effektive Methode zur Anbindung an die Kostenermittlungssoftware RIB iTWO vorgestellt, die eine nachgelagerte Kostenkalkulation nach DIN 276 erm{\"o}glicht. Aufbauend darauf wird ein Optimierungsworkflow vorgestellt, welcher verschiedene Faktoren einbindet, um einen hochwertigen Bauwerksentwurf zu erzielen. Hierbei wird die Einbindung von Techniken aus dem Bereich der K{\"u}nstlichen Intelligenz angestrebt. Die vorgestellte Methodik soll die Wirtschaftlichkeitsbewertung und Entscheidungsfindung f{\"u}r die Realisierung der Br{\"u}ckenentw{\"u}rfe erleichtern und somit zu einer effizienteren Nutzung von Ressourcen im Br{\"u}ckenbau beitragen.}, language = {de} } @article{HantschWestnerMatschi, author = {Hantsch, Carolin and Westner, Markus and Matschi, Markus}, title = {IT/OT-Konvergenz: Status-Quo und Umsetzungsempfehlungen}, series = {HMD Praxis der Wirtschaftsinformatik}, journal = {HMD Praxis der Wirtschaftsinformatik}, publisher = {Springer Nature}, doi = {10.1365/s40702-024-01111-1}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-77937}, pages = {16}, abstract = {Organisationen machen große Anstrengungen zur Verbesserung ihrer Ambidextrie, d. h. ihrer F{\"a}higkeit sowohl Exploitationsziele (z. B. Effizienz, Vorhersagbarkeit) als auch Explorationsziele (z. B. Anpassbarkeit, Innovation) zu erreichen. Obwohl gem{\"a}ß der Praxisliteratur Technologie in Software-Projekten dabei eine zentrale Rolle spielen kann, gibt es kaum Forschung dazu, wie technologische Faktoren Ambidexterie in Software-Projekten beeinflussen. In dieser Studie untersuchen wir die Rolle dreier technologischer Faktoren: kontinuierliche Integration, Standardisierung und Microservice-Architektur. Die Ergebnisse einer Mehrinformanten-Umfrage in 95 Projekten in der Schweiz und D{\"a}nemark zeigen, dass kontinuierliche Integration und Standardisierung mit h{\"o}herer Ambidexterie einhergehen, w{\"a}hrend der Zusammenhang zwischen Microservice-Architektur und Ambidextrie nicht signifikant ist. Unser Artikel geht {\"u}ber die existierende Forschung hinaus, indem er zeigt, dass kontinuierliche Integration und Standardisierung nicht nur Exploitation, sondern auch Exploration f{\"o}rdern k{\"o}nnen. Wir diskutieren auch Gr{\"u}nde f{\"u}r den insignifikanten Zusammenhang zwischen Microservice-Architektur und Ambidextrie.}, language = {de} } @misc{OPUS4-7794, title = {Mauerwerkkalender 2024}, volume = {49}, editor = {Schermer, Detleff and Brehm, Eric}, publisher = {Ernst \& Sohn}, address = {Berlin}, isbn = {978-3-433-03408-8}, doi = {10.1002/9783433611524}, pages = {554}, subject = {Mauerwerksbau}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{GalkaSchmid, author = {Galka, Stefan and Schmid, Florian}, title = {Initialization of Simulation-Based Digital Twins for Internal Transport Systems}, series = {IFAC-PapersOnLine}, volume = {58}, booktitle = {IFAC-PapersOnLine}, number = {19}, editor = {Schlund, Sebastian and Ansari, Fazel}, address = {Wien}, organization = {International Federation of Automatic Control (IFAC)}, issn = {2405-8963}, doi = {10.1016/j.ifacol.2024.09.127}, pages = {1084 -- 1089}, abstract = {To support operational decisions using simulation-based digital twins, it is crucial to synchronize the simulation model quickly and accurately with the load state in the real system. This minimizes the typical transient behavior of material flow simulations to a short period of time. This paper presents a concept for initializing a simulation model using the example of a distribution center that uses SAP EWM as a warehouse management system. As part of a study, the influence of the presented initialization concept on the simulation models' transient behavior is investigated. The simulation model used as a reference is in an 'empty' load state at the beginning of the simulation. The study results indicate that the proposed approach can significantly shorten the transient behavior.}, language = {en} } @article{VollprachtGluthRogiersetal., author = {Vollpracht, A. and Gluth, Gregor J. G. and Rogiers, Bart and Uwanuakwa, I. D. and Phung, Quoc Tri and Villagran Zaccardi, Y. and Thiel, Charlotte and Vanoutrive, H. and Etcheverry, Juan Manuel and Gruyaert, Elke and Kamali-Bernard, Siham and Kanellopoulos, Antonios and Zhao, Zengfeng and Milagre Martins, Isabel and Rathnarajan, Sundar and De Belie, Nele}, title = {Report of RILEM TC 281-CCC: insights into factors affecting the carbonation rate of concrete with SCMs revealed from data mining and machine learning approaches}, series = {Materials and Structures}, volume = {57}, journal = {Materials and Structures}, number = {9}, publisher = {Springer Science and Business Media}, issn = {1359-5997}, doi = {10.1617/s11527-024-02465-0}, abstract = {The RILEM TC 281-CCC ''Carbonation of concrete with supplementary cementitious materials'' conducted a study on the effects of supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) on the carbonation rate of blended cement concretes and mortars. In this context, a comprehensive database has been established, consisting of 1044 concrete and mortar mixes with their associated carbonation depth data over time. The dataset comprises mix designs with a large variety of binders with up to 94\% SCMs, collected from the literature as well as unpublished testing reports. The data includes chemical composition and physical properties of the raw materials, mix-designs, compressive strengths, curing and carbonation testing conditions. Natural carbonation was recorded for several years in many cases with both indoor and outdoor results. The database has been analysed to investigate the effects of binder composition and mix design, curing and preconditioning, and relative humidity on the carbonation rate. Furthermore, the accuracy of accelerated carbonation testing as well as possible correlations between compressive strength and carbonation resistance were evaluated. One approach to summerise the physical and chemical resistance in one parameter is the ratio of water content to content of carbonatable CaO (w/CaOreactive ratio). The analysis revealed that the w/CaOreactive ratio is a decisive factor for carbonation resistance, while curing and exposure conditions also influence carbonation. Under natural exposure conditions, the carbonation data exhibit significant variations. Nevertheless, probabilistic inference suggests that both accelerated and natural carbonation processes follow a square-root-of-time behavior, though accelerated and natural carbonation cannot be converted into each other without corrections. Additionally, a machine learning technique was employed to assess the influence of parameters governing the carbonation progress in concretes.}, language = {en} } @incollection{Schermer, author = {Schermer, Detleff}, title = {Bemessung von Mauerwerk}, series = {Konstruktiver Ingenieurbau und Hochbau: Technik, Organisation, Wirtschaftlichkeit}, booktitle = {Konstruktiver Ingenieurbau und Hochbau: Technik, Organisation, Wirtschaftlichkeit}, editor = {Zilch, Konrad}, edition = {3. Aufl.}, publisher = {Springer Vieweg}, address = {Wiesbaden}, isbn = {978-3-658-29497-7}, doi = {10.1007/978-3-658-29498-4}, pages = {443 -- 473}, subject = {ingenieurbau}, language = {de} } @article{RueckPangerlEscheretal., author = {R{\"u}ck, Thomas and Pangerl, Jonas and Escher, Lukas and Jobst, Simon and M{\"u}ller, Max and Bierl, Rudolf and Matysik, Frank-Michael}, title = {Kinetic cooling in mid-infrared methane photoacoustic spectroscopy: A quantitative analysis via digital twin verification}, series = {Photoacoustics}, volume = {40}, journal = {Photoacoustics}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.1016/j.pacs.2024.100652}, abstract = {This study presents a detailed quantitative analysis of kinetic cooling in methane photoacoustic spectroscopy, leveraging the capabilities of a digital twin model. Using a quantum cascade laser tuned to 1210.01 cm⁻¹, we investigated the effects of varying nitrogen-oxygen matrix compositions on the photoacoustic signals of 15 ppmV methane. Notably, the photoacoustic signal amplitude decreased with increasing oxygen concentration, even falling below the background signal at oxygen levels higher than approximately 6 \%V. This phenomenon was attributed to kinetic cooling, where thermal energy is extracted from the surrounding gas molecules rather than added, as validated by complex vector analysis using a previously published digital twin model. The model accurately reproduced complex signal patterns through simulations, providing insights into the underlying molecular mechanisms by quantifying individual collision contributions. These findings underscore the importance of digital twins in understanding the fundamentals of photoacoustic signal generation at the molecular level.}, language = {en} } @unpublished{LinzMottok, author = {Linz, Tilo and Mottok, J{\"u}rgen}, title = {Application of Causal Models in Scenario-based Testing}, doi = {10.13140/RG.2.2.34160.06402}, abstract = {This paper presents a new methodology for scenario-based testing of automated driving functions in the context of ISO 21448 (safety of the target function). By using structural causal models (SCMs), the evaluation process of highly automated vehicle systems is to be improved, thus increasing their safety and reliability. Using SCMs, the presented methodology systematically analyzes causal relationships between various risk factors of the investigated system and its operating environment and automatically identifies potential parameter combinations that influence system safety. This approach makes it possible to safeguard automated driving functions, such as an emergency brake assistant, by determining foreseeable risks and providing them as test parameters for relevant scenarios. The HolmeS3 approach combines expert knowledge with probabilistic data analysis to develop robust causal models that can be validated through both simulation and real-world testing. The use of causal inference enables the generation of critical test cases, known as "edge and corner cases", which are essential for testing vehicle systems under investigation. This focused testing approach helps to limit the test case explosion that occurs with conventional approaches by specifically identifying highly relevant parameter combinations that potentially (negatively) influence system performance. The methodology presented, which was developed as part of the HolmeS3 R\&D project, offers transparency, comparability, explainability and traceability in the modeling and testing processes. It supports compliance with the ISO 21448 standard and lays the foundation for the causality-driven development of safe and reliable automotive technology. The project's tools and methods can be applied beyond the automotive sector to all cyber-physical systems that require rigorous safety validation.}, language = {en} } @misc{WeberKann, author = {Weber, Karsten and Kann, Peter}, title = {Paradigmenwechsel? Karsten Weber {\"u}ber KI in den Geistes- und Sozialwissenschaften}, pages = {34 Min. 23 Sek.}, abstract = {In dieser Folge begr{\"u}ßen wir ein weiteres Mal Karsten Weber von der OTH Regensburg zu Gast, Professor f{\"u}r Technikfolgenabsch{\"a}tzung und Technikbewertung an der Fakult{\"a}t f{\"u}r Informatik und Mathematik. Gemeinsam mit unserem Moderator Peter Kann spricht er {\"u}ber Herausforderungen und Potenziale, die das verst{\"a}rkte Aufkommen von K{\"u}nstlicher Intelligenz in den Geistes- und Sozialwissenschaften hervorruft, sowie {\"u}ber die damit verbundenen philosophischen Fragen nach Bewusstsein, Denken und Emotionen von Maschinen. Erfahren Sie außerdem, warum Grenzen zwischen quantitativen und qualitativen Forschungsarbeiten zunehmend schwinden und wie eine enge interdisziplin{\"a}re Zusammenarbeit neue Impulse zur Bew{\"a}ltigung des Spannungsfeldes globaler Wettbewerbsf{\"a}higkeit und der Regulierung von KI geben kann.}, language = {de} } @misc{HeeseScherle, author = {Heese, Carl and Scherle, Nicolai}, title = {Corporate Citizenship als strategisches Kommunikationsinstrument unternehmerischer Krankenh{\"a}user}, series = {EUKO 2023: Europ{\"a}ische Kulturen in der Wirtschaftskommunikation (EUKO): Next Generation Communication: Kommunikation in einer ver{\"a}nderten Welt, 19.-21.10.2023, Luzern}, journal = {EUKO 2023: Europ{\"a}ische Kulturen in der Wirtschaftskommunikation (EUKO): Next Generation Communication: Kommunikation in einer ver{\"a}nderten Welt, 19.-21.10.2023, Luzern}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{RuettenKrenkelQuadrio, author = {R{\"u}tten, Markus and Krenkel, Lars and Quadrio, Maurizio}, title = {Simulation and Analyis of the Unsteady Flow within Nasal Airways}, series = {9th European Congress on Computational Methods in Applied Sciences and Engineering - ECCOMAS Congress, 3-7 June 2024, Lisbon, Portugal}, booktitle = {9th European Congress on Computational Methods in Applied Sciences and Engineering - ECCOMAS Congress, 3-7 June 2024, Lisbon, Portugal}, language = {en} } @article{AndraeKastenmeierGebhardtetal., author = {Andrae, Matthias and Kastenmeier, Andreas and Gebhardt, Jakob and Ehrlich, Ingo and Gebbeken, Norbert}, title = {Shock-tube tests on conventional windows: Exploring retrofit concepts for enhanced blast protection}, series = {International Journal of Protective Structures}, journal = {International Journal of Protective Structures}, publisher = {SAGE}, issn = {2041-4196}, doi = {10.1177/20414196241284297}, abstract = {Ensuring blast protection for existing buildings, especially addressing the vulnerability of conventional windows, is a significant challenge. Such unprotected windows can shatter even with moderate blast loads, posing a substantial risk of injury to occupants. This article discusses experimental research on enhancing the blast protection of single casement windows with insulating glass units and frames made of unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (uPVC). A retrofit concept using anti-shatter films, metallic sash reinforcements, adhesive bonding of the glazing to the sash frame, and a burglary resistance fitting-system was developed and tested in an explosion-driven shock-tube. Moreover, novel patches made of glass fiber-reinforced polymer applied to the corners of the window frames have been tested and proven effective in providing additional strength to the window. The study concludes that the tested combination of retrofit measures can significantly reduce hazards from window fragments without compromising functionality or aesthetics.}, language = {en} } @unpublished{Steffens, author = {Steffens, Oliver}, title = {Binomial Distribution Nomogram after Larson}, abstract = {Following an idea of Larson (1966) we construct a nomogram for cumulative binomial distribution that can be used to perform hypothesis testing, quality management (e.g. test design) and other statistical tasks. The nomogram can be printed and directly used with a simple ruler to read the results. It is instructive and as an analog computing device continuous changes are easily visible.}, language = {en} } @unpublished{JungKrumkeSchrothetal., author = {Jung, Matthias and Krumke, Sven O. and Schroth, Christof and Lobe, Elisabeth and Mauerer, Wolfgang}, title = {QCEDA: Using Quantum Computers for EDA}, abstract = {The field of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) is crucial for microelectronics, but the increasing complexity of Integrated Circuits (ICs) poses challenges for conventional EDA: Corresponding problems are often NP-hard and are therefore in general solved by heuristics, not guaranteeing optimal solutions. Quantum computers may offer better solutions due to their potential for optimization through entanglement, superposition, and interference. Most of the works in the area of EDA and quantum computers focus on how to use EDA for building quantum circuits. However, almost no research focuses on exploiting quantum computers for solving EDA problems. Therefore, this paper investigates the feasibility and potential of quantum computing for a typical EDA optimization problem broken down to the Min-k-Union problem. The problem is mathematically transformed into a Quadratic Unconstrained Binary Optimization (QUBO) problem, which was successfully solved on an IBM quantum computer and a D-Wave quantum annealer.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{FranzWinkerGroppeetal., author = {Franz, Maja and Winker, Tobias and Groppe, Sven and Mauerer, Wolfgang}, title = {Hype or Heuristic? Quantum Reinforcement Learning for Join Order Optimisation}, series = {2024 IEEE International Conference on Quantum Computing and Engineering (QCE), 15-20 September 2024, Montreal, QC, Canada}, booktitle = {2024 IEEE International Conference on Quantum Computing and Engineering (QCE), 15-20 September 2024, Montreal, QC, Canada}, publisher = {IEEE}, doi = {10.1109/QCE60285.2024.00055}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-76877}, pages = {409 -- 420}, abstract = {Identifying optimal join orders (JOs) stands out as a key challenge in database research and engineering. Owing to the large search space, established classical methods rely on approximations and heuristics. Recent efforts have successfully explored reinforcement learning (RL) for JO. Likewise, quantum versions of RL have received considerable scientific attention. Yet, it is an open question if they can achieve sustainable, overall practical advantages with improved quantum processors. In this paper, we present a novel approach that uses quantum reinforcement learning (QRL) for JO based on a hybrid variational quantum ansatz. It is able to handle general bushy join trees instead of resorting to simpler left-deep variants as compared to approaches based on quantum(-inspired) optimisation, yet requires multiple orders of magnitudes fewer qubits, which is a scarce resource even for post-NISQ systems. Despite moderate circuit depth, the ansatz exceeds current NISQ capabilities, which requires an evaluation by numerical simulations. While QRL may not significantly outperform classical approaches in solving the JO problem with respect to result quality (albeit we see parity), we find a drastic reduction in required trainable parameters. This benefits practically relevant aspects ranging from shorter training times compared to classical RL, less involved classical optimisation passes, or better use of available training data, and fits data-stream and low-latency processing scenarios. Our comprehensive evaluation and careful discussion delivers a balanced perspective on possible practical quantum advantage, provides insights for future systemic approaches, and allows for quantitatively assessing trade-offs of quantum approaches for one of the most crucial problems of database management systems.}, language = {en} } @unpublished{PeriyasamyPlingeMutschleretal., author = {Periyasamy, Maniraman and Plinge, Axel and Mutschler, Christopher and Scherer, Daniel D. and Mauerer, Wolfgang}, title = {Guided-SPSA: Simultaneous Perturbation Stochastic Approximation assisted by the Parameter Shift Rule}, abstract = {The study of variational quantum algorithms (VQCs) has received significant attention from the quantum computing community in recent years. These hybrid algorithms, utilizing both classical and quantum components, are well-suited for noisy intermediate-scale quantum devices. Though estimating exact gradients using the parameter-shift rule to optimize the VQCs is realizable in NISQ devices, they do not scale well for larger problem sizes. The computational complexity, in terms of the number of circuit evaluations required for gradient estimation by the parameter-shift rule, scales linearly with the number of parameters in VQCs. On the other hand, techniques that approximate the gradients of the VQCs, such as the simultaneous perturbation stochastic approximation (SPSA), do not scale with the number of parameters but struggle with instability and often attain suboptimal solutions. In this work, we introduce a novel gradient estimation approach called Guided-SPSA, which meaningfully combines the parameter-shift rule and SPSA-based gradient approximation. The Guided-SPSA results in a 15\% to 25\% reduction in the number of circuit evaluations required during training for a similar or better optimality of the solution found compared to the parameter-shift rule. The Guided-SPSA outperforms standard SPSA in all scenarios and outperforms the parameter-shift rule in scenarios such as suboptimal initialization of the parameters. We demonstrate numerically the performance of Guided-SPSA on different paradigms of quantum machine learning, such as regression, classification, and reinforcement learning.}, language = {en} } @article{DiamantidisTannerHolickyetal., author = {Diamantidis, Dimitris and Tanner, Peter and Holicky, Milan and Madsen, Henrik O. and Sykora, Miroslav}, title = {On reliability assessment of existing structures}, series = {Structural Safety}, journal = {Structural Safety}, publisher = {Elsevier}, issn = {0167-4730}, doi = {10.1016/j.strusafe.2024.102452}, pages = {1}, abstract = {This contribution discusses the reliability assessment of existing structures emphasizing on developments within or initiated by the JCSS. After a bibliographical review, the principles of reliability updating, i.e. Bayesian updating of random variables and updating of event probabilities are summarized. Developments in standards and established verification formats—partial factor or load and resistance factor, reliability-based, and risk-informed—are briefly presented and discussed. The impact of JCSS work in recent standards such as ISO 13822, the draft Eurocode prEN1990-2, and the fib Model Code 2020 as well as in national standards is highlighted. Criteria for defining target reliabilities for existing structures including human safety and optimization are critically reviewed. Obstacles for a wider implementation of reliability-based and risk-informed methods in practice are identified and conclusions for future developments are drawn. Finally, Annex A illustrates updating procedures for resistance variables and Annex B presents a case study.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{FalterBrunkhWessetal., author = {Falter, Sandro and Brunkh, Gerald and Wess, Max and Fischer, Sebastian}, title = {Automated Vulnerability Scanner for the Cyber Resilience Act}, series = {CLOUD COMPUTING 2024 : The Fifteenth International Conference on Cloud Computing, GRIDs, and Virtualization, 15, 2024, Venice}, booktitle = {CLOUD COMPUTING 2024 : The Fifteenth International Conference on Cloud Computing, GRIDs, and Virtualization, 15, 2024, Venice}, publisher = {IARIA}, isbn = {978-1-68558-156-5}, pages = {13 -- 18}, abstract = {This paper explores the mitigation of the compliance burdens faced by manufacturers of digital products under the Cyber Resilience Act. After providing a concise overview of the Cyber Resilience Act and pinpointing pivotal areas where tool-based interventions could reduce the regulatory strain on manufacturers, we introduce two prototypes: a digital checklist for product classification and a prototype to streamline the analysis and monitoring of the security state of software along the software development life cycle. As the second prototype is based on Static Application Software Testing and Software Component Analysis, we validate the approach through benchmark tests. While Static Application Software Testing tools show promise in identifying vulnerabilities, additional tests are needed for full compliance with the Cyber Resilience Act. In general, the prototypes serve as an entry point for identifying possible automation potential to alleviate the compliance burdens of manufacturers.}, language = {en} }