@article{GeithEckmannHaspingeretal., author = {Geith, Markus A. and Eckmann, Jakob D. and Haspinger, Daniel Ch. and Agrafiotis, Emmanouil and Maier, Dominik and Szabo, Patrick and Sommer, Gerhard and Schratzenstaller, Thomas and Holzapfel, Gerhard A.}, title = {Experimental and mathematical characterization of coronary polyamide-12 balloon catheter membranes}, series = {PLoS One}, volume = {15}, journal = {PLoS One}, number = {6}, publisher = {PLOS}, doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0234340}, pages = {1 -- 22}, abstract = {The experimental quantification and modeling of the multiaxial mechanical response of polymer membranes of coronary balloon catheters have not yet been carried out. Due to the lack of insights, it is not shown whether isotropic material models can describe the material response of balloon catheter membranes expanded with nominal or higher, supra-nominal pressures. Therefore, for the first time, specimens of commercial polyamide-12 balloon catheters membranes were investigated during uniaxial and biaxial loading scenarios. Furthermore, the influence of kinematic effects on the material response was observed by comparing results from quasi-static and dynamic biaxial extension tests. Novel clamping techniques are described, which allow to test even tiny specimens taken from the balloon membranes. The results of this study reveal the semi-compliant, nonlinear, and viscoelastic character of polyamide-12 balloon catheter membranes. Above nominal pressure, the membranes show a pronounced anisotropic mechanical behavior with a stiffer response in the circumferential direction. The anisotropic feature intensifies with an increasing strain-rate. A modified polynomial model was applied to represent the realistic mechanical response of the balloon catheter membranes during dynamic biaxial extension tests. This study also includes a compact set of constitutive model parameters for the use of the proposed model in future finite element analyses to perform more accurate simulations of expanding balloon catheters.}, language = {en} } @article{Goertler, author = {G{\"o}rtler, Michael}, title = {Politische Erwachsenenbildung und Zeit}, series = {Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Weiterbildungsforschung (ZfW)}, journal = {Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Weiterbildungsforschung (ZfW)}, number = {1}, publisher = {Springer}, organization = {Springer}, doi = {10.1007/s40955-016-0052-2}, pages = {9 -- 25}, abstract = {Der Beitrag fokussiert die Bedeutung von Zeit f{\"u}r die politische Erwachsenenbildung. Angesichts aktueller soziokultureller und sozio{\"o}konomischer Herausforderungen - besonders: der {\"O}konomisierung und Beschleunigung im Kontext von Bildung und Lernen - ergeben sich eine ganze Reihe von dr{\"a}ngenden Zeitfragen. Der Bedeutung von Zeit wird in der Erwachsenenbildung und der Politischen Bildung jedoch bisher wenig Aufmerksamkeit geschenkt. Aus diesem Grund wird diese Fragestellung im Beitrag vertieft. Erstens werden die Situation der politischen Erwachsenenbildung und zweitens der Forschungsstand untersucht. Ausgehend von den Befunden werden drittens drei Zug{\"a}nge herausgearbeitet, welche die Bedeutung von Zeit f{\"u}r die politische Erwachsenenbildung sichtbar machen: Politische Bildung als Prozess und Verz{\"o}gerung sowie Zeit als Gegenstand, um die Zeitlichkeit von Gesellschaft und Politik zu verstehen und zu beurteilen, um sich an der Gestaltung der Zeitstrukturen zu beteiligen. Der Beitrag endet mit einem Ausblick und offenen Fragen, die sich an die zeittheoretischen {\"U}berlegungen anschließen. The article focusses on the importance of time for the political adult education. Current socio-cultural and socio-economic challenges - in particular: the commodification and acceleration in the context of education and learning - results in a wide range of pressing time issues. However the adult education und the political education pay little attention to the importance of time. For this reason, this issue will be deepened in the article. First, the situation of the political adult education and secondly, the state of research are examined. On the base of the findings, three approaches are pointed out, which emphasize the importance of time for the political adult education: political education as a process and as a deceleration and also as a subject to understand and judge the temporality of politics and society as a necessary condition to participate in shaping the time structures. The paper ends with an outlook and open-ended questions, which adjoin the time theoretical considerations.}, language = {de} } @article{Goertler, author = {G{\"o}rtler, Michael}, title = {Soziale Arbeit, Zeit und Nachhaltigkeit : Zeitpolitische Perspektiven}, series = {ZPM - Zeitpolitisches Magazin}, volume = {19}, journal = {ZPM - Zeitpolitisches Magazin}, number = {40}, publisher = {DGfZP (Deutsche Gesellschaft f{\"u}r Zeitpolitik)}, issn = {2196-0356}, pages = {24 -- 26}, abstract = {In diesem Beitrag sollen in der gebotenen K{\"u}rze zeitpolitische Perspektiven auf die Bedeutung von Zeit und Nachhaltigkeit im Kontext der Sozialen Arbeit reflektiert werden. Daf{\"u}r werden die Begriffsfelder um Nachhaltigkeit und Zeit diskutiert und zeitpolitische Implikationen formuliert.}, language = {de} } @article{WalterSchwanzerSteineretal., author = {Walter, Stefanie and Schwanzer, Peter and Steiner, Carsten and Hagen, Gunter and Rabl, Hans-Peter and Dietrich, Markus and Moos, Ralf}, title = {Mixing Rules for an Exact Determination of the Dielectric Properties of Engine Soot Using the Microwave Cavity Perturbation Method and Its Application in Gasoline Particulate Filters}, series = {Sensors}, volume = {22}, journal = {Sensors}, number = {9}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/s22093311}, pages = {1 -- 17}, abstract = {In recent years, particulate filters have become mandatory in almost all gasoline-powered vehicles to comply with emission standards regarding particulate number. In contrast to diesel applications, monitoring gasoline particulate filters (GPFs) by differential pressure sensors is challenging due to lower soot masses to be deposited in the GPFs. A different approach to determine the soot loading of GPFs is a radio frequency-based sensor (RF sensor). To facilitate sensor development, in previous work, a simulation model was created to determine the RF signal at arbitrary engine operating points. To ensure accuracy, the exact dielectric properties of the soot need to be known. This work has shown how small samples of soot-loaded filter are sufficient to determine the dielectric properties of soot itself using the microwave cavity perturbation method. For this purpose, mixing rules were determined through simulation and measurement, allowing the air and substrate fraction of the sample to be considered. Due to the different geometry of filter substrates compared to crushed soot samples, a different mixing rule had to be derived to calculate the effective filter properties required for the simulation model. The accuracy of the determined mixing rules and the underlying simulation model could be verified by comparative measurements on an engine test bench.}, language = {en} } @article{ThemaSternerLencketal., author = {Thema, Martin and Sterner, Michael and Lenck, Thorsten and G{\"o}tz, Philipp}, title = {Necessity and Impact of Power-to-gas on Energy Transition in Germany}, series = {Energy Procedia}, volume = {99}, journal = {Energy Procedia}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.1016/j.egypro.2016.10.129}, pages = {392 -- 400}, abstract = {The present paper gives an outlook on a bandwidth of required installed power-to-gas capacity in the German power sector fed by 100\% renewable generation until 2050. Two scenarios were simulated to quantify cost effects of power-to-gas on the electricity system: once with, once without additional short-term flexibility options to a system using fossil natural gas as sole flexibility option instead. As a result, at latest in 2035, power-to-gas capacity expansion has to take place to reach required installed capacities of up to 89-134 GW in 2050. Application of power-to-gas as long-term flexibility leads to cost savings of up to 11,7-19 bn Euro enabling a fully renewable system in 2050.}, language = {en} } @article{ThemaWeidlichHoerletal., author = {Thema, Martin and Weidlich, Tobias and H{\"o}rl, Manuel and Bellack, Annett and M{\"o}rs, Friedemann and Hackl, Florian and Kohlmayer, Matthias and Gleich, Jasmin and Stabenau, Carsten and Trabold, Thomas and Neubert, Michael and Ortloff, Felix and Brotsack, Raimund and Schmack, Doris and Huber, Harald and Hafenbradl, Doris and Karl, J{\"u}rgen and Sterner, Michael}, title = {Biological CO2-Methanation: An Approach to Standardization}, series = {Energies}, volume = {12}, journal = {Energies}, number = {9}, publisher = {MDPI}, doi = {10.3390/en12091670}, pages = {1 -- 32}, abstract = {Power-to-Methane as one part of Power-to-Gas has been recognized globally as one of the key elements for the transition towards a sustainable energy system. While plants that produce methane catalytically have been in operation for a long time, biological methanation has just reached industrial pilot scale and near-term commercial application. The growing importance of the biological method is reflected by an increasing number of scientific articles describing novel approaches to improve this technology. However, these studies are difficult to compare because they lack a coherent nomenclature. In this article, we present a comprehensive set of parameters allowing the characterization and comparison of various biological methanation processes. To identify relevant parameters needed for a proper description of this technology, we summarized existing literature and defined system boundaries for Power-to-Methane process steps. On this basis, we derive system parameters providing information on the methanation system, its performance, the biology and cost aspects. As a result, three different standards are provided as a blueprint matrix for use in academia and industry applicable to both, biological and catalytic methanation. Hence, this review attempts to set the standards for a comprehensive description of biological and chemical methanation processes.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{VitzthumClausHerrmann, author = {Vitzthum, Thorsten and Claus, Thorsten and Herrmann, Frank}, title = {Can Aggregate Production Planning (APP) be modified to be as good as Master Production Scheduling (MPS)}, series = {ACC Journal}, volume = {23}, booktitle = {ACC Journal}, number = {2}, doi = {10.15240/tul/004/2017-2-012}, pages = {155 -- 162}, abstract = {In diesem Beitrag wird anhand einer Fallstudie die Bedeutung der Hauptproduktionsprogrammplanung (HPPLAN) f{\"u}r die hierarchische Produktionsplanung herausgearbeitet werden. Dazu wird versucht das Ergebnis der aggregierten Gesamtplanung (AGGRPLAN) durch Ver{\"a}nderung einzelner Paramater so zu verbessern, dass es dem Ergebnis der HPPLAN entspricht. Im Rahmen der Untersuchungen konnten dabei Verbesserungen f{\"u}r einzelne Planungssituationen erzielt werden, eine generelle L{\"o}sung konnte jedoch nicht gefunden werden. Insbesondere der Einsatz eines geeigneten Kapazit{\"a}tsreduktionsfaktors in Verbindung mit der Ber{\"u}cksichtigung der Durchlaufzeit f{\"u}hrt zu einer Verbesserung der L{\"o}sung. Bei der Planung von mehr als einem Produkt ist allerdings schwierig einen geeigneten Kapazit{\"a}tsreduktionsfaktor zu finden, da dieser abh{\"a}ngig von der Nachfrage ist.}, subject = {Hierarchische Produktionsplanung}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{TrostTeichClausetal., author = {Trost, Marco and Teich, Enrico and Claus, Thorsten and Herrmann, Frank}, title = {Master Production Scheduling and the relevance of included social criteria}, series = {ACC Journal}, volume = {23}, booktitle = {ACC Journal}, number = {3}, doi = {10.15240/tul/004/2017-2-011}, pages = {146 -- 154}, abstract = {Folgender Beitrag untersucht die Notwendigkeit einer Ber{\"u}cksichtigung von Mitarbeiterauslastungen und davon abh{\"a}ngiger Bearbeitungszeiten in der Hauptproduktionsprogrammplanung. Zudem wird aufgezeigt, dass dieses Themengebiet aktuell eine Forschungsl{\"u}cke darstellt. Aus diesem Grund wird ein selbst entwickeltes lineares Optimierungsmodell f{\"u}r die Hauptproduktionsprogrammplanung vorgestellt, welches soziale Kriterien und eine geeignete Fallstudie enth{\"a}lt. Die Ergebnisse verdeutlichen, dass erhebliche Abweichungen durch eine Ignoranz von Mitarbeiterauslastungen und davon abh{\"a}ngiger Bearbeitungszeiten entstehen. Deshalb ist eine Integration zu empfehlen. Allerdings wird auch deutlich, dass weitere Forschungen notwendig sind, speziell f{\"u}r die Bestimmung geeigneter Ersch{\"o}pfungsfunktionen, so wie beispielsweise Funktionen f{\"u}r Lerneffekte existieren.}, subject = {Fertigungsprogrammplanung}, language = {en} } @article{Herrmann, author = {Herrmann, Frank}, title = {Scheduling a flow shop with simultaneously loaded stations: A real world application}, series = {Journal of Control Science and Engineering}, volume = {3}, journal = {Journal of Control Science and Engineering}, doi = {10.17265/2328-2231/2015.03.004}, pages = {147 -- 163}, abstract = {Companies use special designed flow shops, in order to satisfy specific demands. Products need to be transported (from one station to the next station) by a crane and the way of working of this crane excludes the intermediate storage (of a work piece). In addition, the way of working restricts the set of feasible schedules even more than the no-buffer restriction discussed in the literature in the case of limited storage. Since this scheduling problem is integrated in the usual hierarchical planning, the tardiness is minimised. A linear optimisation model is presented to provide a formal description of this NP-hard problem. It is also used to explain the performance of priority rule based heuristic solutions on small test problems. In detail, priority rules as well as a priority rule based branch and bound procedure are analysed; priority rules are regarded, because a priority rule is still the standard procedure for on-line scheduling in industrial practise. Out of successful priority rules in the literature the best one is identified by an extensive simulative investigation. An improved look-ahead is realised by a restricted search over all possible schedules.}, subject = {Fließfertigung}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{SchmailzlHierlSchmidt, author = {Schmailzl, Anton and Hierl, Stefan and Schmidt, Michael}, title = {Gap-Bridging during Quasi-Simultaneous Laser Transmission Welding}, series = {Physics Procedia}, volume = {83}, booktitle = {Physics Procedia}, editor = {Schmidt, Michael}, publisher = {Elsevier}, address = {Amsterdam [u.a.]}, issn = {1875-3892}, doi = {10.1016/j.phpro.2016.08.113}, pages = {1073 -- 1082}, abstract = {Tightness is often the main requirement for quasi-simultaneous laser transmission welds. However, remaining gaps cannot be detected by the used set-path monitoring. By using a pyrometer in combination with a 3D-scanner, weld seam interruptions can be localized precisely while welding, due to temperature deviations along the weld contour. To analyze the temperature signal in correlation to the progress of gap-bridging, T-joint samples with predefined gaps are welded. The set-path is measured synchronously. Additionally, the temperature distribution and the influence of the thermal expansion of the polymers are studied by a thermo-mechanical FEM-process simulation. On top of that, the melt blow-out of the welded samples is analyzed using μCT-measurements. The experiments have shown that closing of a gap can be identified reliably by the temperature signal and that the squeezed melt flow into the gap and the thermal expansion in the gap zone accelerates gap-bridging. Furthermore the inserted heat can be adapted in the fault zone, in order to avoid thermal damage.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{SchmailzlQuandtSchmidtetal., author = {Schmailzl, Anton and Quandt, Benjamin and Schmidt, Michael and Hierl, Stefan}, title = {In-Situ Process Monitoring during Laser Transmission Welding of PA6-GF30}, series = {Procedia CIRP}, volume = {74}, booktitle = {Procedia CIRP}, doi = {10.1016/j.procir.2018.08.131}, pages = {524 -- 527}, abstract = {Quasi-simultaneous laser transmission welding is preferably used for packaging sensors and electronics. In order to protect the components from moisture, a hermetic encapsulation is needed. However, local weld seam interruptions cannot be identified with the commonly used set-path monitoring. By using a pyrometer, coaxially integrated into a 3D-scanner, gaps between the joining partners can be allocated on basis of the measured temperature. However, the scattering of the heat radiation, especially caused by the fiber reinforcement of the plastics, leads to a reduction of the accessible heat radiation, which makes the identification of gaps considerably more difficult. The herein used experimental setup is characterized by a small detection spot and only by a slight weakening of the heat radiation inside the scanner. Hence, for welding PA6-GF30, the detection of small sized gaps is possible, even if a glass fiber content of 30 percent (wt.) and a weld seam width with approximately 1 mm are given.}, language = {en} } @incollection{MeusslingSentpali, author = {Meussling-Sentpali, Annette}, title = {Berufsbegleitend Pflegemanagement studieren: Aus der Pflegepraxis ins Management}, series = {Akademische Weiterbildung f{\"u}r soziale Berufe}, booktitle = {Akademische Weiterbildung f{\"u}r soziale Berufe}, editor = {Sch{\"o}pf, Nicolas}, publisher = {wbv}, address = {Bielefeld}, isbn = {9783763966479}, pages = {193 -- 207}, abstract = {In diesem Beitrag werden am Beispiel des berufsbegleitenden Bachelorstudiengangs Pflegemanagement der OTH Regensburg die Charakteristika dieses Studiums sowie die Merkmale der Studierenden und die daraus resultierenden methodischen, didaktischen und organisatorischen Spezifika dargestellt. Um Hintergrund und Relevanz aufzuzeigen, soll zun{\"a}chst ein Blick auf die Akademisierung der Pflege geworfen und eine Standortbestimmung von Pflegemanagementstudieng{\"a}ngen innerhalb der verschiedenen inzwischen etablierten Pflegestudieng{\"a}nge vorgenommen werden. Im zweiten Kapitel wird der Studiengang der OTH Regensburg vorgestellt und im dritten Kapitel werden die Erfahrungen, Herausforderungen und L{\"o}sungsstrategien beschrieben, die aus dem berufsbegleitenden Format mit „nicht-traditionell" Studierenden resultieren. Abschließend finden sich eine kurze Zusammenfassung und ein Ausblick.}, language = {de} } @incollection{EttlMohr, author = {Ettl, Katrin and Mohr, Christa}, title = {»Mein Selbstvertrauen ist wieder ein bisschen mehr geworden« - Bewertung der h{\"a}uslichen Telenursinginterventionen durch Schlaganfallbetroffene und pflegende Angeh{\"o}rige}, 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 = {10.14361/9783839467282-006}, pages = {89 -- 124}, language = {de} } @incollection{AltenbuchnerHaugKretschmeretal., author = {Altenbuchner, Amelie and Haug, Sonja and Kretschmer, Rainer and Weber, Karsten}, title = {How to Measure Physical Motion and the Impact of Individualized Feedback in the Field of Rehabilitation of Geriatric Trauma Patients}, series = {Health Informatics Meets eHealth}, booktitle = {Health Informatics Meets eHealth}, doi = {10.3233/978-1-61499-858-7-226}, pages = {226 -- 232}, abstract = {Background: This preparatory study accelerates an implementation of individualized monitoring and feedback of physical motion using conventional motion trackers in the rehabilitation process of geriatric trauma patients. Regaining mobility is accompanied with improved quality of life in persons of very advanced age recovering from fragility fractures. Objectives: Quantitative survey of regaining physical mobility provides recommendations for action on how to use motion trackers effectively in a clinical geriatric setting. Methods: Method mix of quantitative and qualitative interdisciplinary and mutual complementary research approaches (sociology, health research, philosophy/ethics, medical informatics, nursing science, gerontology and physical therapy). While validating motion tracker use in geriatric traumatology preliminary data are used to develop a target group oriented motion feedback. In addition measurement accuracy of a questionnaire about quality of life of multimorbid geriatric patients (FLQM) is tested. Conclusion: Implementing a new technology in a complex clinical setting needs to be based on a strong theoretical background but will not succeed without careful field testing.}, language = {en} } @article{WeberKleinePallasetal., author = {Weber, Karsten and Kleine, Nadine and Pallas, Frank and Ulbricht, Max-R.}, title = {Technik zur Unterst{\"u}tzung von Citizen Science und Open Science}, series = {TATuP - Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Technikfolgenabsch{\"a}tzung in Theorie und Praxis}, volume = {26}, journal = {TATuP - Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Technikfolgenabsch{\"a}tzung in Theorie und Praxis}, number = {1/2}, doi = {10.14512/tatup.26.1-2.25}, pages = {25 -- 30}, abstract = {If citizens actively participate in the process of collecting empirical data, as a key element of empirically oriented scientific projects, this can be seen as a contribution to an open and citizen-oriented science. Such participation can be supported by providing technical tools. The paper therefore presents examples of participatory sensing as the provision of affordable sensors for measuring environmental parameters as well as wearable technologies for recording quantified vital data and physiological states. Conceptually, the provision of data collected with these tools can be understood as a commons - with all opportunities and risks associated with such goods. After describing examples of participatory sensing and wearable technologies, the authors identify potential challenges and outline technical and organizational approaches to solve them.}, language = {de} } @incollection{AltenbuchnerWeber, author = {Altenbuchner, Amelie and Weber, Karsten}, title = {Geriatric trauma patients as research subjects in a technology-driven research project}, series = {Aging between Participation and Simulation}, booktitle = {Aging between Participation and Simulation}, editor = {Haltaufderheide, Joschka and Hovemann, Johanna and Vollmann, Jochen}, publisher = {De Gruyter}, address = {Berlin u.a.}, isbn = {9783110677485}, doi = {10.1515/9783110677485-006}, pages = {87 -- 104}, abstract = {This article highlights methodological and ethical challenges in research with adults of older and oldest age, by presenting field experiences of the current research project "Motion Monitoring of Geriatric Trauma Patients - Explorative Study on the Rehabilitation Process after Hip Fracture Using Sensor-based Data". Depiction of the survey situation, with regard to the subjects in particular, can serve as practical examples for designing future research projects. The group of older adults is a rather large and growing group for which research is required, especially concerning their heterogeneity, their individual autonomy and quality of life. It is assumed, that research designs of studies on the target group must be specifically adjusted, in particular when considering the attribution of vulnerability of the group members. At the same time, it is not clear yet what exact specifics of the subjects and target group must be considered in research designs, as surprisingly little is known about the target group as subjects and corresponding theories have been insufficiently tested. The exploratory long-term design of the research project presented in the second section of this chapter has a positive evaluation of an ethics committee. Still ethical challenges occurred in the field situation, that are illustrated in the third section of this chapter, by providing information on the patients, their role as research subjects, how they were recruited, how an informed consensus was reached, and in some cases how participation was rejected or abandoned. After a summary, the end of the paper is marked by recommendations on how to design future research projects. Cumulatively it must always be expected that interaction between researchers and research subjects of this target group can become very intensive, what requires to follow clearly defined procedures and at the same time to be prepared to act flexibly.}, language = {en} } @incollection{WeberKleine, author = {Weber, Karsten and Kleine, Nadine}, title = {Cybersecurity in Health Care}, series = {The Ethics of Cybersecurity}, volume = {21}, booktitle = {The Ethics of Cybersecurity}, editor = {Christen, Markus and Gordijn, Bert and Loi, Michele}, publisher = {Springer Nature}, address = {Cham, Switzerland}, isbn = {978-3-030-29053-5}, doi = {10.1007/978-3-030-29053-5_7}, pages = {139 -- 156}, abstract = {Ethical questions have always been crucial in health care; the rapid dissemination of ICT makes some of those questions even more pressing and also raises new ones. One of these new questions is cybersecurity in relation to ethics in health care. In order to more closely examine this issue, this chapter introduces Beauchamp and Childress' four principles of biomedical ethics as well as additional ethical values and technical aims of relevance for health care. Based on this, two case studies—implantable medical devices and electronic Health Card—are presented, which illustrate potential conflicts between ethical values and technical aims as well as between ethical values themselves. It becomes apparent that these conflicts cannot be eliminated in general but must be reconsidered on a case-by-case basis. An ethical debate on cybersecurity regarding the design and implementation of new (digital) technologies in health care is essential.}, language = {en} } @article{Weber, author = {Weber, Karsten}, title = {Computers as omnipotent instruments of power}, series = {The ORBIT Journal - An Online Journal for Responsible Research and Innovation in ICT}, volume = {2}, journal = {The ORBIT Journal - An Online Journal for Responsible Research and Innovation in ICT}, number = {1}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.29297/orbit.v2i1.97}, pages = {1 -- 19}, abstract = {With examples concerning the development and dissemination of computer technology in the Soviet Union, the U.S., and other Western countries it shall be demonstrated that computer development on the one hand and social change as well as changes in policy making and administration on the other hand are mingled with each other without a clear direction of causation being discernible.It also shall be shown that perceived social and political threats imposed by early computer technology sometimes actually helped to stop or at least slow down social change. One conclusion that can be drawn from the case studies described for RRI is that the conscious steering of innovations fails because of diffuse and uncoordinated resistance from very different stakeholders. The case studies also suggest that the effectiveness of RRI might be rather limited.}, language = {en} } @article{WeberHaug, author = {Weber, Karsten and Haug, Sonja}, title = {Ist automatisiertes Fahren nachhaltig?}, series = {TATuP - Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Technikfolgenabsch{\"a}tzung in Theorie und Praxis}, volume = {27}, journal = {TATuP - Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Technikfolgenabsch{\"a}tzung in Theorie und Praxis}, number = {2}, publisher = {Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)}, doi = {10.14512/tatup.27.2.16}, pages = {16 -- 22}, abstract = {Automatisiertes Fahren st{\"o}ßt derzeit noch auf große Skepsis. Eine disruptive Strategie bei der Einf{\"u}hrung (voll-)automatisierten Fahrens k{\"o}nnte daher auf fehlende Akzeptanz treffen. Um dem zu entgehen, laufen evolution{\"a}re Strategien darauf hinaus, durch die Entwicklung adaptiver Fahrassistenzsysteme Vertrautheit, Vertrauen und damit Akzeptanz bei den prospektiven NutzerInnen zu schaffen. Erste Ergebnisse einer Pilotstudie lassen jedoch Zweifel an der Nachhaltigkeit dieser Strategie aufkommen.}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{BerndtLindnerTschurtschenthaleretal., author = {Berndt, Dominik and Lindner, Matthias and Tschurtschenthaler, Karl and Langer, Christoph and Schreiner, Rupert}, title = {Miniaturized Plasma Actuator Flow Measurements by MEMS-Based Thermal Conductivity Sensors}, series = {MDPI Proceedings of Eurosensors 2018, 9-12 September, Graz}, volume = {Vol.13}, booktitle = {MDPI Proceedings of Eurosensors 2018, 9-12 September, Graz}, number = {2}, doi = {10.3390/proceedings2130939}, abstract = {The gasflow created by a minaturized dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma actuator is measured by a MEMS-based thermal conductivity gas sensor giving an indication of flow velocity and flow direction. The possiblity of several sensors in a small area gives a far better accuracy of local flow phenomena compared to conventional sensors. This is important for a better understanding of plasma- induced flow characteristics.}, language = {en} } @incollection{FrommeldWeber, author = {Frommeld, Debora and Weber, Karsten}, title = {Aufkl{\"a}rung, Risiko, Datennutzung: Ergebnisse einer MEESTAR-Befragung zu Telepr{\"a}senzrobotern}, 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 = {10.14361/9783839467282-011}, pages = {241 -- 272}, language = {de} } @incollection{FrommeldWeber, author = {Frommeld, Debora and Weber, Karsten}, title = {Telepr{\"a}senzroboter zur 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 = {10.14361/9783839467282-013}, pages = {307 -- 328}, language = {de} } @article{HellwigSchrollDecker, author = {Hellwig, Michael and Schroll-Decker, Irmgard}, title = {Wirksamkeit wissenschaftlicher Weiterbildung aus Sicht von Stakeholdern}, series = {ZHWB - Zeitschrift Hochschule und Weiterbildung}, journal = {ZHWB - Zeitschrift Hochschule und Weiterbildung}, number = {2}, doi = {10.4119/zhwb-2369}, pages = {22 -- 31}, abstract = {Die Weiterbildung an Hochschulen ist an evidenzbasierten Daten interessiert, um Aussagen {\"u}ber die Wirksamkeit von eigenen Angeboten treffen zu k{\"o}nnen. Oftmals unklar ist, was unter Wirksamkeit verstanden werden kann und welche Voraussetzungen gegeben sein m{\"u}ssen, damit die Weiterbildungen Wirkung entfalten. Der Beitrag stellt eine Studie vor, die beide Aspekte adressiert und Aussagen unterschiedlicher Beteiligter am Weiterbildungsgeschehen wiedergibt. Angebotsseitig wurden Weiterbildungsverantwortliche sowie Lehrpersonen der Hochschule befragt. Nachfrageseitig wurden Teilnehmende berufsbegleitender Studieng{\"a}nge und Unternehmensvertreter*innen aus ausgew{\"a}hlten Branchen einbezogen. Die erhobenen qualitativen Daten wurden inhaltsanalytisch analysiert und induktiv zu Kategorien zusammengefasst. Die Ergebnisse zeigen insgesamt f{\"u}nf Oberkategorien auf, die die Wirksamkeit abbilden: (1) Erfolgreicher Praxistransfer; (2) Erwerb von Kenntnissen, F{\"a}higkeiten und Kompetenzen; (3) Strategischer Nutzen; (4) Sozialer/kultureller Nutzen und (5) Resonanz der Teilnehmenden auf die wissenschaftliche Weiterbildung. Die Voraussetzungen lassen sich ebenfalls in f{\"u}nf Kategorien abbilden: (a) teilnehmenden-, (b) unternehmens-, (c) angebots-, (d) hochschul- und (e) markt-/umfeldbezogene Faktoren. Im Beitrag werden nach der Darstellung der Studienergebnisse Schlussfolgerungen f{\"u}r die Weiterbildungspraxis in Hinblick auf die Themen Evaluation, Theorie-Praxis-Transfer und Marketing/Zielgruppenspezifische Kommunikation diskutiert.}, subject = {Wissenschaftliche Weiterbildung}, language = {de} } @article{MaiwaldEnglmaierHierl, author = {Maiwald, Frederik and Englmaier, Stephan and Hierl, Stefan}, title = {Online pyrometry for weld seam localization in absorber-free laser transmission welding of transparent polymers}, series = {Journal of Laser Micro/Nanoengineering}, volume = {Vol. 16}, journal = {Journal of Laser Micro/Nanoengineering}, number = {1}, publisher = {Japan Laser Processing Society}, issn = {1880-0688}, doi = {10.2961/jlmn.2021.01.2002}, pages = {8 -- 13}, abstract = {Production of optical and medical devices makes high demands on cleanliness, precision, visual appearance and reliability. Advantages of laser transmission welding - contactless input of energy, high precision, no adhesives and no particle formation - can be fully exploited for this use. For absorber-free welding, lasers emitting in the polymers' intrinsic absorption spectrum between 1.6 μm and 2 μm are used. Focusing the laser beam with high NA provides large intensity gradients inside the specimen and enables selective fusing of the joining zone without affecting the surface. Since a molten upper surface leads to visible and palpable irregularities and causes warpage, the verticalexpansion of the weld seam is crucial. To meet the high quality and reliability required in the medical and optical industry, online monitoring of the seam is necessary. The aim of this work is the localization and evaluation of the weld seam using pyrometry. First, the emitted thermal radiation is computed, enabling signal analysis regarding origin and spectrum. Thus, assessment of measurement spectrum and forecast of the signal in dependence on seam shape and position is possible. Finally, welding tests with Topas 8007-04 are performed at 200 mm/s feed rate and monitored with 100 kHz. The comparison of tracked data with thin-cuts demonstrates that weld seam localization by pyrometry is possible, enabling online assessment of the process.}, subject = {Laserdurchstrahlschweissen}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{KaesbauerSchmailzlPrehmetal., author = {K{\"a}sbauer, Johannes and Schmailzl, Anton and Prehm, Jens and Loose, Tobias and Hierl, Stefan}, title = {Simulation of Quasi-Simultaneous Laser Transmission Welding of Plastics}, series = {Procedia CIRP}, volume = {94}, booktitle = {Procedia CIRP}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.1016/j.procir.2020.09.136}, pages = {737 -- 741}, abstract = {Thermo-mechanical simulation offers great opportunities to optimize welding processes of plastics. For realistic simulation, the temperature dependent mechanical properties need to be implemented from ambient temperature to temperatures above the flow temperature. Standard test methods are insufficient for characterization in the entire temperature range because close to the flow temperature the material is too soft for tensile tests and too stiff for rheometry. Therefore, an optimization strategy is developed, that determines unknown material parameters by testing in welding simulations. The unknown parameters are iteratively adjusted to minimize the mismatch between computed and measured set-paths. Thus, important process characteristics are calculated realistically, enabling the computer aided assessment of the weld quality.}, subject = {Kunststoffschweißen}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{MaiwaldEnglmaierHierl, author = {Maiwald, Frederik and Englmaier, Stephan and Hierl, Stefan}, title = {Absorber-free Laser Transmission Welding of Transparent Polymers using Fixed Focus Optics and 3D Laser Scanner}, series = {Procedia CIRP}, volume = {94}, booktitle = {Procedia CIRP}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.1016/j.procir.2020.09.117}, pages = {686 -- 690}, abstract = {Laser transmission welding is a well-known joining technology for thermoplastics, providing reliable and hermetical sealing without adhesives or particle formation. The main advantages of laser-based energy input - high precision, no additional adhesive and no particle emission - are essential for medical and optical applications. To obtain sufficient absorption in visually transparent polymers, thulium fibre lasers emitting in the polymers' intrinsic absorption spectrum are used. Optics with high numerical aperture provide large intensity gradients inside the specimen, enabling selective fusing in the joining zone. Although the basic feasibility has already been demonstrated, the welding process lacks stability and productivity. Aim of this work is the determination of optimized settings for a fast and reliable welding process. Thus, the interplay of process parameters as well as their impact on the seam are analysed by thermal simulations. Calculated settings are verified by welding tests with COC, PA6 and PETG, using a fixed-focus optics and a 3D laser scanner with up to 200 mm/s feed rate.}, language = {en} } @incollection{HaugVetter, author = {Haug, Sonja and Vetter, Miriam}, title = {{\"A}ltere Menschen im Wohnquartier Margaretenau in Regensburg - aktuelle Situation und zuk{\"u}nftiger Bedarf}, series = {Wohnen und Gesundheit im Alter}, booktitle = {Wohnen und Gesundheit im Alter}, editor = {Teti, Andrea}, publisher = {Springer VS}, address = {Wiesbaden}, isbn = {978-3-658-34385-9}, doi = {10.1007/978-3-658-34386-6_14}, pages = {215 -- 227}, abstract = {Der Beitrag zeigt Ergebnisse einer Begleitstudie zur Restaurierung und energetischen Modernisierung des historischen genossenschaftlichen Wohnquartiers Margaretenau in Regensburg im Projekt MAGGIE. Bei der Gestaltung von Wohnungen und Gelegenheiten f{\"u}r die soziale Einbettung im Quartier wird eine altersgerechte Perspektive eingenommen. Die Darstellung der schriftlichen standardisierten Haushaltsbefragung (n = 195) nimmt die Lebenssituation {\"a}lterer Menschen ab 65 Jahren in den Fokus. Dazu werden die Themenbereiche Haushaltsstruktur, altersgerechtes Wohnen und Gemeinschaftseinrichtungen pr{\"a}sentiert. Neben der aktuellen Wohnsituation wurden Pl{\"a}ne und W{\"u}nsche f{\"u}r das zuk{\"u}nftige Wohnen abgefragt. Im Alter schwindet die Bereitschaft f{\"u}r Ver{\"a}nderungen, was sich am Wunsch zum Altern in der bisherigen Wohnung und Verbleib im Wohnquartier zeigt. Das Interesse am barrierereduzierten Wohnen ist bei {\"a}lteren Haushalten geringer als bei j{\"u}ngeren. Es zeigt sich ein {\"u}berdurchschnittlich hohes Maß an lokalem Sozialkapital, wobei kein signifikanter Unterschied zwischen j{\"u}ngeren und {\"a}lteren Haushalten besteht.}, language = {de} } @incollection{Weber, author = {Weber, Karsten}, title = {Altersgerechte Assistenzsysteme. Ein {\"U}berblick}, series = {Gute Technik f{\"u}r ein gutes Leben im Alter? Akzeptanz, Chancen und Herausforderungen altersgerechter Assistenzsysteme}, booktitle = {Gute Technik f{\"u}r ein gutes Leben im Alter? Akzeptanz, Chancen und Herausforderungen altersgerechter Assistenzsysteme}, editor = {Frommeld, Debora and Scorna, Ulrike and Haug, Sonja and Weber, Karsten}, publisher = {transcript}, address = {Bielefeld}, isbn = {978-3-8376-5469-1}, doi = {10.1515/9783839454695-002}, pages = {27 -- 62}, subject = {Altenpflege}, language = {de} } @incollection{HaugScharf, author = {Haug, Sonja and Scharf, Anna}, title = {Berufsbegleitend Studieren aus der Perspektive von Studieninteressierten, Dozierenden und Beratungsstellen: Bedarf im Bereich virtuelle Lehre und Diversit{\"a}t der Studierenden}, series = {Akademische Weiterbildung f{\"u}r soziale Berufe. Theoretische, empirische und praktische Aspekte}, booktitle = {Akademische Weiterbildung f{\"u}r soziale Berufe. Theoretische, empirische und praktische Aspekte}, editor = {Sch{\"o}pf, Nicolas}, publisher = {WBV Media}, address = {Bielefeld}, isbn = {978-3-7639-6646-2}, pages = {107 -- 126}, abstract = {Die sozialwissenschaftliche Begleitforschung zum Projekt WANTED (Wissens-management, Aktualit{\"a}t, Netzwerk,Transfer, Entwicklung, Diversit{\"a}t) an der OTH Regensburg zielte auf die inhaltlichen Schwerpunkte Flexibilisierung bzw. Digitalisie-rung und Diversit{\"a}t der Zielgruppen, insbesondere im Hinblick auf Personen mit Migrationshintergrund. Zur Erhebung und Bewertung des Bedarfs und der Passgenauigkeit der geplanten Angebote wurden vier Erhebungen mit verschiedenen Stake-holdern durchgef{\"u}hrt: Weiterbildungsinteressierte, Dozierende berufsbegleitender Bachelorstudieng{\"a}nge sowie Beratungsstellen f{\"u}r (Weiter-)Bildung. Bei der quantitativen und qualitativen Analyse zeigt sich ein Bedarf nach Vereinbarkeit von Familie, Beruf und Studium sowie eine Erweiterung des Angebots an Auswahlm{\"o}glichkeiten, digitaler Lehre, Modularisierung und verbesserter Informationsverbreitung.}, language = {de} } @incollection{HaugCurrleFrommeldetal., author = {Haug, Sonja and Currle, Edda and Frommeld, Debora and Weber, Karsten}, title = {Telepr{\"a}senzroboter f{\"u}r die Pflege und Unterst{\"u}tzung von Schlaganfallpatientinnen und -patienten: Das Forschungsdesign f{\"u}r die sozialwissenschaftliche Begleitforschung}, series = {Digitale Technik f{\"u}r ambulante Pflege und Therapie: Herausforderungen, L{\"o}sungen, Anwendungen und Forschungsperspektiven}, booktitle = {Digitale Technik f{\"u}r ambulante Pflege und Therapie: Herausforderungen, L{\"o}sungen, Anwendungen und Forschungsperspektiven}, editor = {Weber, Karsten and Haug, Sonja and Lauer, Norina and Meussling-Sentpali, Annette and Mohr, Christa and Pfingsten, Andrea and Raptis, Georgios and Bahr, Gudrun}, publisher = {Transcript}, address = {Bielefeld}, isbn = {978-3-8376-6235-1}, doi = {10.14361/9783839462355-009}, pages = {175 -- 193}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{CurrleHaug, author = {Currle, Edda and Haug, Sonja}, title = {Acceptance of Telepresence Robotics, Telecare and Teletherapy Among Stroke Patients, Relatives and Therapy Staff}, series = {dHealth 2024: proceedings of the 18th annual conference on Health Informatics meets Digital Health conference}, booktitle = {dHealth 2024: proceedings of the 18th annual conference on Health Informatics meets Digital Health conference}, publisher = {IOS Press}, isbn = {978-1-64368-517-5}, issn = {0926-9630}, doi = {10.3233/SHTI240005}, pages = {15 -- 21}, abstract = {Background: Stroke as a cause of disability in adulthood causes an increasing demand for therapy and care services, including telecare and teletherapy. Objectives: Aim of the study is to analyse the acceptance of telepresence robotics and digital therapy applications. Methods: Longitudinal study with a before and after survey of patients, relatives and care and therapy staff. Results: Acceptance of the technology analysed is high in all three groups. Although acceptance among patients declined in parts of the cases in the second survey after having used telerobotics, all in all approval ratings remained high. With regard to patients no significant correlation was found between the general technology acceptance and the acceptance of use of telerobotics. Conclusion: Accepted new telecare and teletherapies can be offered with the help of telepresence robotics. This requires knowledge of and experience with the technology.}, language = {en} } @incollection{Haug, author = {Haug, Sonja}, title = {Digitale Technik f{\"u}r ambulante Pflege und Therapie II - zukunftsweisende Wege}, series = {Digitale Technik f{\"u}r ambulante Pflege und Therapie II - Impulse f{\"u}r die Praxis}, booktitle = {Digitale Technik f{\"u}r ambulante Pflege und Therapie II - Impulse f{\"u}r die Praxis}, editor = {Weber, Karsten and Haug, Sonja and Lauer, Norina and Mohr, Christa and Pfingsten, Andrea and Raptis, Georgios and Bahr, Gudrun}, publisher = {transcript}, address = {Bielefeld}, isbn = {978-3-8394-6727-5}, doi = {10.14361/9783839467275-002}, pages = {11 -- 19}, language = {de} } @incollection{Weber, author = {Weber, Karsten}, title = {Der Einsatz von Telepr{\"a}senzrobotern als normatives Gebot: Ein Pl{\"a}doyer f{\"u}r mehr Technikoffenheit und Technikeinsatz in Pflege und Gesundheit}, series = {Digitale Technik f{\"u}r ambulante Pflege und Therapie: Herausforderungen, L{\"o}sungen, Anwendungen und Forschungsperspektiven}, booktitle = {Digitale Technik f{\"u}r ambulante Pflege und Therapie: Herausforderungen, L{\"o}sungen, Anwendungen und Forschungsperspektiven}, editor = {Weber, Karsten and Haug, Sonja and Lauer, Norina and Meussling-Sentpali, Annette and Mohr, Christa and Pfingsten, Andrea and Raptis, Georgios and Bahr, Gudrun}, publisher = {Transcript}, address = {Bielefeld}, isbn = {978-3-8376-6235-1}, doi = {10.14361/9783839462355-014}, pages = {317 -- 334}, language = {de} } @incollection{Weber, author = {Weber, Karsten}, title = {DeinHaus 4.0 Oberpfalz - Feldstudie, Schaufenster und Stolpersteine}, series = {Digitale Technik f{\"u}r ambulante Pflege und Therapie}, booktitle = {Digitale Technik f{\"u}r ambulante Pflege und Therapie}, editor = {Weber, Karsten and Haug, Sonja and Lauer, Norina and Meussling-Sentpali, Annette and Mohr, Christa and Pfingsten, Andrea and Raptis, Georgios and Bahr, Gudrun}, publisher = {Transcript}, address = {Bielefeld}, isbn = {978-3-8376-6235-1}, doi = {10.14361/9783839462355}, pages = {9 -- 17}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{AltenbuchnerMueckeHaug, author = {Altenbuchner, Amelie and M{\"u}cke, Vanessa and Haug, Sonja}, title = {Comparing monitoring results of two motion trackers for geriatric patients}, series = {dHealth 2020: biomedical informatics for health and care, proceedings of the 14th Health Informatics Meets Digital Health Conference}, booktitle = {dHealth 2020: biomedical informatics for health and care, proceedings of the 14th Health Informatics Meets Digital Health Conference}, editor = {Schreier, G{\"u}nter}, publisher = {IOS Press}, address = {Amsterdam}, isbn = {978-1-64368-085-9}, doi = {10.3233/SHTI200078}, pages = {77 -- 84}, abstract = {Background: Fitbit and Garmin motion tracker devices are highly used in research. The validity and reliability of these devices is proven for healthy adults between 18 and 64. Objectives: Comparing data output of two devices. Methods: Observational case study on a test track and in the domestic environment of a 80- year-old female multimorbide geriatric patient. Results: High significant correlation of the devices on the test track [r=.776, p≤.001, Bca-CI-95\% (.618;.874), N=33], but significant different in the domestic environment over time (z=4.840, p≤.001). Conclusion: The dominant/non-dominant body side and further sources of error may play a role in monitoring steps with these devices.}, language = {en} } @article{HaugVetterWeber, author = {Haug, Sonja and Vetter, Miriam and Weber, Karsten}, title = {Geb{\"a}udesanierung zwischen Energieeffizienz und Sozialvertr{\"a}glichkeit}, series = {TATuP - Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Technikfolgenabsch{\"a}tzung in Theorie und Praxis}, volume = {29}, journal = {TATuP - Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Technikfolgenabsch{\"a}tzung in Theorie und Praxis}, number = {3}, publisher = {oekom-Verlag}, issn = {2567-8833}, doi = {10.14512/tatup.29.3.56}, pages = {56 -- 63}, abstract = {Die Akzeptanz unter Bewohnern und Bewohnerinnen gewinnt bei hoch komplexen, technisch anspruchsvollen energetischen Sanierungen als „Innovationsmotor" zunehmend an Relevanz. Der Beitrag basiert auf zwei Fallstudien zur partizipativen Nutzereinbindung bei energetischen Sanierungen im genossenschaftlichen Wohnbau historischer Stadtquartiere in Regensburg. Neben einer sozialvertr{\"a}glichen Sanierung wurde jeweils ein hohes Maß an Energieeffizienz bei den technischen L{\"o}sungen ange-strebt. Haushaltsbefragungen und qualitative Interviews zeigen die hohe Akzeptanz von Sanierungsmaßnahmen, sofern die Senkung der Energiekosten die erh{\"o}hte Miete kompensiert. Abschließend werden Akzeptanzfaktoren wie Partizipation, Vertrauen, Sozialvertr{\"a}glichkeit und Autarkie er{\"o}rtert.}, subject = {Altbaumodernisierung}, language = {de} } @article{HaugMilewski, author = {Haug, Sonja and Milewski, Nadja}, title = {Women's attitudes towards assisted reproductive technologies}, series = {Comparative Population Studies. Special Collection on "New aspects in fertility of migrant and minority populations in Europe: The role of attitudes and intentions in family planning"}, volume = {Vol. 43}, journal = {Comparative Population Studies. Special Collection on "New aspects in fertility of migrant and minority populations in Europe: The role of attitudes and intentions in family planning"}, organization = {Federal Institute for Population Research     }, doi = {10.12765/CPoS-2019-06}, pages = {343 -- 370}, abstract = {This study examines attitudes toward assisted reproductive technologies (ART) among immigrant women and non-migrants in Germany. The social relevance of ART is increasing in Western countries due to overall low birth rates, a high rate of childlessness, and a gap between the desired and the actual numbers of children. Previous literature has been scarce, however, on attitudes toward ART, and immigrant minorities have rarely been included in studies on ART. Our working hypotheses are drawn from theoretical considerations on political socialisation and cultural integration. The analysis is based on data collected in a pilot study in 2014 and 2015. The sample includes 960 women aged 18 to 50 living in Germany. About 81 percent of the sample are immigrants who originate from Turkey, Poland, the Balkan countries, or countries of the (Russian) Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). We study the social norm to use ART to have a child, the personal attitude of whether a woman would use ART herself, and the methods that they would consider for their own use. Our results show that ART is overall socially acceptable, and the majority of women said that they would use it if necessary. There is significant variation between the origin groups, however. Non-migrants show the lowest acceptance rates and migrants from Poland and Turkey the highest approval. There is also variation in the ART procedures considered for use with the migrants more approving of heterologous methods than non-migrants. The differences between the origin groups diminish only partly when controlling for further explanatory variables, i.e. gender-role attitudes, religiosity, and socio-demographic characteristics of the respondents. We conclude that attitudes toward ART are shaped less by socio-demographic characteristics, but rather by cultural factors and the socialization in the migrants' countries of origin. The diversity in attitudes toward ART by cultural background should be acknowledged in research and public discourses on ART as well as in regulating policies.}, language = {en} } @article{SnarskiiKalitaShamoninChamonine, author = {Snarskii, Andrei A. and Kalita, Viktor M. and Shamonin (Chamonine), Mikhail}, title = {Renormalization of the critical exponent for the shear modulus of magnetoactive elastomers}, series = {Scientific Reports}, volume = {8}, journal = {Scientific Reports}, publisher = {Nature}, doi = {10.1038/s41598-018-22333-6}, pages = {1 -- 8}, abstract = {It is shown that the critical exponent for the effective shear modulus of a composite medium where a compliant polymer matrix is filled with ferromagnetic particles may significantly depend on the external magnetic field. The physical consequence of this dependence is the critical behavior of the relative magnetorheological effect.}, language = {en} } @article{PrantlEigenbergerReinhardetal., author = {Prantl, Lukas and Eigenberger, Andreas and Reinhard, Ruben and Siegmund, Andreas and Heumann, Kerstin and Felthaus, Oliver}, title = {Cell-Enriched Lipotransfer (CELT) Improves Tissue Regeneration and Rejuvenation without Substantial Manipulation of the Adipose Tissue Graft}, series = {Cells}, volume = {11}, journal = {Cells}, number = {19}, publisher = {MDPI}, doi = {10.3390/cells11193159}, pages = {1 -- 11}, abstract = {The good availability and the large content of adult stem cells in adipose tissue has made it one of the most interesting tissues in regenerative medicine. Although lipofilling is one of the most frequent procedures in plastic surgery, the method still struggles with high absorption rates and volume losses of up to 70\%. Therefore, many efforts have been made to optimize liposuction and to process the harvested tissue in order to increase fat graft retention. Because of their immunomodulatory properties, their cytokine secretory activity, and their differentiation potential, enrichment with adipose tissue-derived stem cells was identified as a promising tool to promote transplant survival. Here, we review the important parameters for lipofilling optimization. Finally, we present a new method for the enrichment of lipoaspirate with adipose tissue-derived stem cells and discuss the parameters that contribute to fat graft survival.}, language = {en} } @article{LaumerKargSchmidt, author = {Laumer, Tobias and Karg, Michael Cornelius Hermann and Schmidt, Michael}, title = {Laser Beam Melting of Multi-Material Components}, series = {Physics Procedia}, volume = {39}, journal = {Physics Procedia}, publisher = {Elsevier}, issn = {1875-3892}, doi = {10.1016/j.phpro.2012.10.068}, pages = {518 -- 525}, abstract = {First results regarding the realisation of multi-material components manufactured by Laser Beam Melting of polymers and metals are published. For realising composite structures from polymer powders by additive manufacturing, at first relevant material properties regarding compatibility have to be analysed. The paper shows the main requirements for compatibility between different materials and offers first results in form of a compatibility matrix of possible combinations for composite structures.For achieving gradient properties of additively manufactured metal parts by using composite materials the composition of alloying components in the powder and adapted process strategies are varied. As an alternative to atomizing pre-alloyed materials, mixtures of different powders are investigated.}, language = {en} } @article{WidbillerKeimSchlichtingetal., author = {Widbiller, Matthias and Keim, Lukas and Schlichting, Ralf and Striegl, Birgit and Hiller, Karl-Anton and Jungbauer, Rebecca and Buchalla, Wolfgang and Galler, Kerstin M.}, title = {Debris Removal by Activation of Endodontic Irrigants in Complex Root Canal Systems}, series = {Applied Sciences}, volume = {11}, journal = {Applied Sciences}, number = {16}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/app11167331}, pages = {1 -- 14}, abstract = {Aim of the study was to develop a standardized model system to investigate endodontic irrigation techniques and assess the efficiency of different activation methods on the removal of hard tissue debris in complex root canal systems. Mesial roots of mandibular molars were firstly scanned by micro-computed tomography (µCT) and allocated to three groups of irrigant activation: sonic activation (EDDY, VDW, Munich, Germany), laser activation (AutoSWEEPS, FOTONA, Ljubljana, Slovenia) and conventional needle irrigation (control). Roots were fixed in individual 3D-printed holders to facilitate root canal enlargement under constant irrigation with NaOCl (5\%). To enable standardized quantification of remaining debris, BaSO4-enriched dentine powder was compacted into the canals, followed by another µCT-scan. The final irrigation was performed using 17\% ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) and 5\% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) with the respective activation method, and the volume of remaining artificial debris was quantified after a final µCT-scan. The newly developed model system allowed for reliable, reproducible and standardized assessment of irrigation methods. Activation of the irrigant proved to be significantly more effective than conventional needle irrigation regarding the removal of debris, which persisted particularly in the apical third of the root canal in the control group. The efficiency of irrigation was significantly enhanced with laser- and sonic-based activation, especially in the apical third.}, language = {en} } @incollection{Giese, author = {Giese, Constanze}, title = {Roboter als Hoffnungstr{\"a}ger in der Pflege: Pflegeethische Zug{\"a}nge zur Einsch{\"a}tzung k{\"u}nftiger Einsatzm{\"o}glichkeiten}, series = {Digitale Technik f{\"u}r ambulante Pflege und Therapie II - Impulse f{\"u}r die Praxis}, booktitle = {Digitale Technik f{\"u}r ambulante Pflege und Therapie II - Impulse f{\"u}r die Praxis}, editor = {Weber, Karsten and Haug, Sonja and Mohr, Christa and Lauer, Norina and Pfingsten, Andrea and Raptis, Georgios and Bahr, Gudrun}, publisher = {transcript}, address = {Bielefeld}, doi = {10.14361/9783839467275-010}, pages = {115 -- 130}, language = {de} } @article{OsmanlicWudyLaumeretal., author = {Osmanlic, Fuad and Wudy, Katrin and Laumer, Tobias and Schmidt, Michael and Drummer, Dietmar and K{\"o}rner, Carolin}, title = {Modeling of Laser Beam Absorption in a Polymer Powder Bed}, series = {Polymers}, volume = {10}, journal = {Polymers}, number = {7}, publisher = {MDPI}, doi = {10.3390/polym10070784}, pages = {1 -- 11}, abstract = {In order to understand the absorption characteristic, a ray trace model is developed by taking into account the reflection, absorption and refraction. The ray paths are resolved on a sub-powder grid. For validation, the simulation results are compared to analytic solutions of the irradiation of the laser beam onto a plain surface. In addition, the absorptance, reflectance and transmittance of PA12 powder layers measured by an integration sphere setup are compared with the numerical results of our model. It is shown that the effective penetration depth can be lower than the penetration depth in bulk material for polymer powders and, therefore, can increase the energy density at the powder bed surface. The implications for modeling of the selective laser sintering (SLS) process and the processability of fine powder distributions and high powder bed densities are discussed.}, language = {en} } @misc{RollerRudolphEcketal., author = {Roller, Katrin and Rudolph, Clarissa and Eck, Sandra and Schneider, Kyra and Vischer, Nina}, title = {Wohnen, Care, Geschlecht - Theorie und Praxis kollektiven Wohnens aus Geschlechterperspektive}, publisher = {Westf{\"a}lisches Dampfboot}, address = {M{\"u}nster}, isbn = {978-3-98634-175-6}, doi = {10.56715/398634175}, language = {de} } @article{HaynackSekandarJithenderetal., author = {Haynack, Alexander and Sekandar, Zadran and Jithender, J. Timothy and Gambarelli, Serena and Kr{\"a}nkel, Thomas and Thiel, Charlotte and Ozbolt, Josko and Gehlen, Christoph}, title = {Can a Hend-Held 3D Scanner Capture Temperature-Induced Strain of Mortar Samples? Comparison between Experimental Measurements and Numerical Simulations}, series = {mathematics}, volume = {11}, journal = {mathematics}, number = {17}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/math11173672}, abstract = {The expected lifespan of cement-based materials, particularly concrete, is at least 50 years. Changes in the pore structure of the material need to be considered due to external influences and associated transport processes. The expansion behaviour of concrete and mortar during freeze-thaw attacks, combined with de-icing salt agents, is crucial for both internal and external damage. It is essential to determine and simulate the expansion behaviour of these materials in the laboratory, as well as detect the slow, long-term expansion in real structures. This study measures the expansion of mortar samples during freeze-thaw loading using a high-resolution hand-held 3D laser scanner. The specimens are prepared with fully or partially saturated pore structures through water storage or drying. During freeze-thaw experiments, the specimens are exposed to pure water or a 3\% sodium chloride solution (NaCl). Results show contraction during freezing and subsequent expansion during thawing. Both test solutions exhibit similar expansion behaviour, with differences primarily due to saturation levels. Further investigations are required to explore the changing expansion behaviour caused by increasing microcracking resulting from continuous freeze-thaw cycles. A numerical analysis using a 3D coupled hygro-thermo-mechanical (HTM) model is conducted to examine the freeze-thaw behaviour of the mortar. The model accurately represents the freezing deformation during the freeze-thaw cycle.}, language = {en} } @article{KruegerFischerManoonpongetal., author = {Kr{\"u}ger, Norbert and Fischer, Kerstin and Manoonpong, Poramate and Palinko, Oskar and Bodenhagen, Leon and Baumann, Timo and Kj{\ae}rum, Jens and Rano, Ignacio and Naik, Lakshadeep and Juel, William Kristian and Haarslev, Frederik and Ignasov, Jevgeni and Marchetti, Emanuela and Langedijk, Rosalyn Melissa and Kollakidou, Avgi and Jeppesen, Kasper Camillus and Heidtmann, Conny and Dalgaard, Lars}, title = {The SMOOTH-Robot: A Modular, Interactive Service Robot}, series = {Frontiers in Robotics and AI}, volume = {8}, journal = {Frontiers in Robotics and AI}, publisher = {Frontiers}, doi = {10.3389/frobt.2021.645639}, abstract = {The SMOOTH-robot is a mobile robot that-due to its modularity-combines a relatively low price with the possibility to be used for a large variety of tasks in a wide range of domains. In this article, we demonstrate the potential of the SMOOTH-robot through three use cases, two of which were performed in elderly care homes. The robot is designed so that it can either make itself ready or be quickly changed by staff to perform different tasks. We carefully considered important design parameters such as the appearance, intended and unintended interactions with users, and the technical complexity, in order to achieve high acceptability and a sufficient degree of utilization of the robot. Three demonstrated use cases indicate that such a robot could contribute to an improved work environment, having the potential to free resources of care staff which could be allocated to actual care-giving tasks. Moreover, the SMOOTH-robot can be used in many other domains, as we will also exemplify in this article.}, language = {en} } @article{AlvarezMoretObermeierPohletal., author = {Alvarez Moret, Judit and Obermeier, Tina and Pohl, Fabian and L{\"o}schel, Rainer and K{\"o}lbl, Oliver and Dobler, Barbara}, title = {Second cancer risk after radiation therapy of ependymoma using the flattening filter free irradiation mode of a linear accelerator}, series = {Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics}, volume = {19}, journal = {Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics}, number = {5}, publisher = {Wiley}, organization = {American Association of Physicists in Medicine}, doi = {10.1002/acm2.12438}, pages = {632 -- 639}, abstract = {Pediatric patients suffering from ependymoma are usually treated with cranial or craniospinal three-dimensional (3D) conformal radiotherapy (3DCRT). Intensity-modulated techniques spare dose to the surrounding tissue, but the risk for second malignancies may be increased due to the increase in low-dose volume. The aim of this study is to investigate if the flattening filter free (FFF) mode allows reducing the risk for second malignancies compared to the mode with flattening filter (FF) for intensity-modulated techniques and to 3DCRT. A reduction of the risk would be advantageous for treating pediatric ependymoma. 3DCRT was compared to intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) and volumetric-modulated arc therapy (VMAT) with and without flattening filter. Dose-volume histograms (DVHs) were compared to evaluate the plan quality and used to calculate the excess absolute risk (EAR) to develop second cancer in the brain. Dose verification was performed with a two-dimensional (2D) ionization chamber array and the out-of-field dose was measured with an ionization chamber to determine the EAR in peripheral organs. Delivery times were measured. Both VMAT and IMRT achieved similar plan quality in terms of dose sparing in the OAR and higher PTV coverage as compared to 3DCRT. Peripheral dose in low-dose region, which is proportional to the EAR in organs located in this region, for example, gonads, bladder, or bowel, could be significantly reduced using FFF. The lowest peripheral EAR and lowest delivery times were hereby achieved with VMATFFF . The EAR calculated based on DVH in the brain could not be reduced using FFF mode. VMATFFF improved the target coverage and homogeneity and kept the dose in the OAR similar compared to 3DCRT. In addition, delivery times were significantly reduced using VMATFFF . Therefore, for radiotherapy of ependymoma patients, VMATFFF may be considered advantageous for the combination of Elekta Synergy linac and Oncentra External Beam planning system used in this study.}, language = {en} } @article{MikhaeilGadererDawoud, author = {Mikhaeil, Makram and Gaderer, Matthias and Dawoud, Belal}, title = {Experimental Investigation of the Adsorption and Desorption Kinetics on an Open-Structured Asymmetric Plate Heat Exchanger; Matching Between Small-Scale and Full-Scale Results}, series = {Frontiers in Energy Research}, volume = {10}, journal = {Frontiers in Energy Research}, publisher = {Frontiers}, doi = {10.3389/fenrg.2022.818486}, pages = {1 -- 15}, abstract = {This paper introduces the results of an experimental study on the adsorption and desorption kinetics of a commercially available, open-structured asymmetric plate heat exchanger adapted to act as an adsorber/desorber for the application in adsorption heat transformation processes. In addition, a volumetric large temperature jump (V-LTJ) kinetic setup was applied to measure the adsorption and desorption kinetics of a small-scale adsorbent sample prepared dedicatedly to be representative for the adsorbent domain inside the investigated adsorber plate heat exchanger (APHE). All kinetic results of the small-scale adsorbent sample and the APHE were fitted into exponential forms with a single characteristic time constant (τ) with a coefficient of determination (R2) better than 0.9531. A very good matching between the small-scale and full-scale adsorption kinetic measurements was obtained, with an average relative deviation of 12.3\% in the obtained τ-values. In addition, the kinetic data of the small-scale adsorbent sample were utilized for estimating the expected specific instantaneous and moving average powers of the evaporator/condenser heat exchanger. The average relative deviation (ARD) between the moving average specific evaporator powers obtained from the small-scale and the full-scale measurements amounts between 5.4 and 15.1\%.}, language = {en} } @article{CurbachLanderDierksetal., author = {Curbach, Janina and Lander, Jonas and Dierks, Marie-Luise and Grepmeier, Eva-Maria and von Sommoggy, Julia}, title = {How do health professionals translate evidence on early childhood allergy prevention into health literacy-responsive practice?}, series = {BMJ OPEN}, volume = {11}, journal = {BMJ OPEN}, publisher = {BMJ}, doi = {10.1136/bmjopen-2020-047733}, pages = {1 -- 8}, abstract = {Introduction Paediatricians, general practitioners (GPs) and midwives in primary care are important sources of information for parents on early childhood allergy prevention (ECAP). Research has shown that preventive counselling by health professionals can be effective in improving patients' health literacy (HL) and health behaviour. Providing effective advice relies on two factors. First, health professionals need be up-to-date with research evidence on ECAP, to consider popular misconceptions and fears and to translate this knowledge into clear recommendations for parents (knowledge translation). Second, they need to know and apply counselling techniques and create a practice setting which accommodates parental HL needs (health literacy-responsive care). The objective of this study is to explore and assess how German health professionals take up and translate ECAP evidence into appropriate recommendations for parents, how they consider HL in counselling and practice organisation and what barriers and enablers they find in their performance of HL-responsive ECAP. Methods and analysis The study has a sequential mixed-method design, in two phases. In the first phase, qualitative semi-structured expert interviews will be conducted with health professionals (paediatricians, GPs and midwives) at primary care level and professional policy level. Data collection is ongoing until January 2022. In the second phase, based on the qualitative results, a standardised questionnaire will be developed, and pilot-tested in a wider population of German health professionals. The findings of both phases will be integrated. Ethics and dissemination The study has received ethical approval from the Ethics Committee of the University of Regensburg (18-1205-101). The results will be published in international peer-reviewed open access journals and via presentations at scientific conferences. The results will also be shared with German health professionals, decision-makers and potential funders of interventions.}, language = {en} } @article{BerndtMuggliHeckeletal., author = {Berndt, Dominik and Muggli, Josef and Heckel, Robert and Rahiman, Mohd Fuad and Lindner, Matthias and Heinrich, Stephan and Pl{\"o}chinger, Heinz and Schreiner, Rupert}, title = {A Robust Miniaturized Gas Sensor for H₂ and CO₂ Detection Based on the 3ω Method}, series = {Sensors}, volume = {22}, journal = {Sensors}, number = {2}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/s22020485}, pages = {1 -- 17}, abstract = {Gas concentration monitoring is essential in industrial or life science areas in order to address safety-relevant or process-related questions. Many of the sensors used in this context are based on the principle of thermal conductivity. The 3ω-method is a very accurate method to determine the thermal properties of materials. It has its origin in the thermal characterization of thin solid films. To date, there have been very few scientific investigations using this method to determine the thermal properties of gases and to apply it to gas measurement technology. In this article, we use two exemplary gases (H2 and CO2) for a systematical investigation of this method in the context of gas analysis. To perform our experiments, we use a robust, reliable sensing element that is already well established in vacuum measurement technology. This helix-shaped thin wire of tungsten exhibits high robustness against chemical and mechanical influences. Our setup features a compact measurement environment, where sensor operation and data acquisition are integrated into a single device. The experimental results show a good agreement with a simplified analytical model and FEM simulations. The sensor exhibits a lower detection limit of 0.62\% in the case of CO2, and only 0.062\% in case the of H2 at an excitation frequency of 1 Hz. This is one of the lowest values reported in literature for thermal conductivity H2 sensors.}, language = {en} } @article{SteiningerGadererSteffensetal., author = {Steininger, Peter and Gaderer, Matthias and Steffens, Oliver and Dawoud, Belal}, title = {Experimental and Numerical Study on the Heat Transfer Characteristics of a Newly-Developed Solar Active Thermal Insulation System}, series = {Buildings}, volume = {11}, journal = {Buildings}, number = {3}, publisher = {MDPI}, doi = {10.3390/buildings11030123}, pages = {1 -- 22}, abstract = {A newly-developed solar active thermal insulation system (SATIS) is introduced with the main objective to accomplish a highly-dependent total solar transmittance on the irradiation angle. SATIS is also designed to obtain the maximum transmittance at a prescribed design irradiation angle and to reduce it remarkably at higher irradiation angles. A purely mineral thermal insulation plaster with micro hollow glass spheres is applied to manufacture the investigated SATIS prototype. Light-conducting elements (LCEs) have been introduced into SATIS and suitable closing elements have been applied. The SATIS prototype has been investigated both experimentally and numerically. It turned out that the contributions of conduction, radiation and convection to the effective thermal conductivity of SATIS, without the closing elements (49 mWmK), amount to 86.2\%, 13.2\% and 0.6\%, respectively. The angle-dependent short-wave radiation exchange within the LCE has been investigated via ray tracing. At the incidence angle of 19\% (design angle), 27\% of the radiation within the LCE is absorbed by the absorber plate, resulting in measured and computed total solar energy transmittances of 11.2\%/11.7\%, respectively. For a typical summer irradiation angle of 60\%, 98\% of the incident radiation is absorbed by the surfaces at the entrance of the LCE. The corresponding total solar energy transmittance amounts to 2.9\%.}, language = {en} } @article{GamischGadererDawoud, author = {Gamisch, Bernd and Gaderer, Matthias and Dawoud, Belal}, title = {On the Development of Thermochemical Hydrogen Storage: An Experimental Study of the Kinetics of the Redox Reactions under Different Operating Conditions}, series = {Applied Sciences}, volume = {11}, journal = {Applied Sciences}, number = {4}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/app11041623}, pages = {1 -- 15}, abstract = {This work aims at investigating the reduction/oxidation (redox) reaction kinetics on iron oxide pellets under different operating conditions of thermochemical hydrogen storage. In order to reduce the iron oxide pellets (90\% Fe2O3, 10\% stabilizing cement), hydrogen (H2) is applied in different concentrations with nitrogen (N2), as a carrier gas, at temperatures between between 700 ∘C and 900 ∘C, thus simulating the charging phase. The discharge phase is triggered by the flow of a mixture out of steam (H2O) and N2 at different concentrations in the same temperature range, resulting in the oxidizing of the previously reduced pellets. All investigations were carried out in a thermo-gravimetric analyzer (TGA) with a flow rate of 250mL/min. To describe the obtained kinetic results, a simplified analytical model, based on the linear driving force model, was developed. The investigated iron oxide pellets showed a stable redox performance of 23.8\% weight reduction/gain, which corresponds to a volumetric storage density of 2.8kWh/(L bulk), also after the 29 performed redox cycles. Recalling that there is no H2 stored during the storage phase but iron, the introduced hydrogen storage technology is deemed very promising for applications in urban areas as day-night or seasonal storage for green hydrogen.}, language = {en} } @article{PremSindersbergerMonkman, author = {Prem, Nina and Sindersberger, Dirk and Monkman, Gareth J.}, title = {Mini-Extruder for 3D Magnetoactive Polymer Printing}, series = {Advances in Materials Science and Engineering}, journal = {Advances in Materials Science and Engineering}, publisher = {HINDAWI}, doi = {10.1155/2019/8715718}, pages = {1 -- 8}, abstract = {This work describes the development of a new miniature extruder, essential to cavity-free 3D printing of silicone-based smart materials. This makes the 3D printing of magnetoactive and electroactive polymer soft robotic components and devices directly from CAD data possible. The special feature of such an extruder is that it is designed for use with addition-crosslinking RTV-2 silicones, including solid particulate additives. The extruder merges the respective components automatically during extrusion which obviates the need for premixing and vacuum evacuation. Problems associated with inhomogeneities and unwanted cavity production are consequently eliminated. Rheological details necessary to the design, together with some preliminary performance results, are presented.}, language = {en} } @article{DechantFedulovFetisovetal., author = {Dechant, Eduard and Fedulov, Feodor and Fetisov, Leonid Y. and Shamonin (Chamonine), Mikhail}, title = {Bandwidth Widening of Piezoelectric Cantilever Beam Arrays by Mass-Tip Tuning for Low-Frequency Vibration Energy Harvesting}, series = {Applied Science}, volume = {7}, journal = {Applied Science}, number = {12}, publisher = {MDPI}, organization = {MDPI AG}, doi = {10.3390/app7121324}, abstract = {Wireless sensor networks usually rely on internal permanent or rechargeable batteries as a power supply, causing high maintenance efforts. An alternative solution is to supply the entire system by harvesting the ambient energy, for example, by transducing ambient vibrations into electric energy by virtue of the piezoelectric effect. The purpose of this paper is to present a simple engineering approach for the bandwidth optimization of vibration energy harvesting systems comprising multiple piezoelectric cantilevers (PECs). The frequency tuning of a particular cantilever is achieved by changing the tip mass. It is shown that the bandwidth enhancement by mass tuning is limited and requires several PECs with close resonance frequencies. At a fixed frequency detuning between subsequent PECs, the achievable bandwidth shows a saturation behavior as a function of the number of cantilevers used. Since the resonance frequency of each PEC is different, the output voltages at a particular excitation frequency have different amplitudes and phases. A simple power-transfer circuit where several PECs with an individual full wave bridge rectifier are connected in parallel allows one to extract the electrical power close to the theoretical maximum excluding the diode losses. The experiments performed on two- and three-PEC arrays show reasonable agreement with simulations and demonstrate that this power-transfer circuit additionally influences the frequency dependence of the harvested electrical power.}, language = {en} } @article{Diamantidis, author = {Diamantidis, Dimitris}, title = {A Critical View on Environmental and Human Risk Acceptance Criteria}, series = {International Journal of Environmental Science and Development}, volume = {8}, journal = {International Journal of Environmental Science and Development}, number = {1}, doi = {10.18178/ijesd.2017.8.1.921}, pages = {62 -- 66}, abstract = {Natural and technological hazards have a major impact on environmental and human safety. Risk assessment plays an essential role in the risk management of the effects of such hazards. This contribution summarizes first the general formulation of risk depending on two parameters: hazard probability and associated consequences. Problems faced in industrial applications based on the experience of the author are discussed. Risk acceptance criteria for the contributors to risk i.e. human, economic and environment are critically reviewed. Resilience based criteria are also included and conclusions for future developments are provided.}, language = {en} } @article{KreitmeierChashinFetisovetal., author = {Kreitmeier, Florian and Chashin, Dmitri V. and Fetisov, Yuri K. and Fetisov, Leonid Y. and Schulz, Irene and Monkman, Gareth J. and Shamonin (Chamonine), Mikhail}, title = {Nonlinear Magnetoelectric Response of Planar Ferromagnetic-Piezoelectric Structures to Sub-Millisecond Magnetic Pulses}, series = {Sensors}, volume = {12}, journal = {Sensors}, number = {11}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/s121114821}, pages = {14821 -- 14837}, abstract = {The magnetoelectric response of bi- and symmetric trilayer composite structures to pulsed magnetic fields is experimentally investigated in detail. The structures comprise layers of commercially available piezoelectric (lead zirconate titanate) and magnetostrictive (permendur or nickel) materials. The magnetic-field pulses have the form of a half-wave sine function with duration of 450 µs and amplitudes ranging from 500 Oe to 38 kOe. The time dependence of the resulting voltage is presented and explained by theoretical estimations. Appearance of voltage oscillations with frequencies much larger than the reciprocal pulse length is observed for sufficiently large amplitudes (~1-10 kOe) of the magnetic-field pulse. The origin of these oscillations is the excitation of bending and planar acoustic oscillations in the structures. Dependencies of the magnetoelectric voltage coefficient on the excitation frequency and the applied magnetic field are calculated by digital signal processing and compared with those obtained by the method of harmonic field modulation. The results are of interest for developing magnetoelectric sensors of pulsed magnetic fields as well as for rapid characterization of magnetoelectric composite structures.}, language = {en} } @article{ApelsmeierGleixnerMayeretal., author = {Apelsmeier, Andreas and Gleixner, Ramona and Mayer, Matthias and Shamonin (Chamonine), Mikhail and Schmauss, Bernhard}, title = {Intensity referencing in an extrinsic optical fiber temperature sensor}, series = {Procedia Engineering}, volume = {5}, journal = {Procedia Engineering}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.1016/j.proeng.2010.09.301}, pages = {1095 -- 1098}, abstract = {Optical fiber sensors based on intensity measurement require some form of intensity referencing to avoid errors arising from parasitic losses. Known techniques of referencing such as balanced bridge, divided beam systems or two-wavelength referencing are not suitable for low-cost applications since they use relatively complicated optical components such as multiple LED sources, couplers, filters etc. In this work a novel method of referencing in an extrinsic optical fiber sensor system utilizing temperature dependence of absorption edge in a semiconductor crystal is described. The sensor system comprises a single LED source and no optical fiber junctions. The emission spectrum of an LED depends on its temperature. The reference is provided by controlling the temperature of an LED source and transmission measurements with different emission spectra. The entire process is controlled by a microprocessor unit. Performance of a sensor system is investigated and it is shown that the losses in connectors may be compensated for.}, language = {en} } @article{MonkmanSindersbergerPremetal., author = {Monkman, Gareth J. and Sindersberger, Dirk and Prem, Nina and Szecsey, Tamara}, title = {Smart Stiction}, series = {Robotics \& Automation Engineering Journal}, volume = {4}, journal = {Robotics \& Automation Engineering Journal}, number = {4}, publisher = {Juniper Publishers}, doi = {10.19080/RAEJ.2019.04.555641}, abstract = {Soft robotics could loosely be described as the engineering science of expanded dexterity through controllable flexibility. The exploitation of controllable compliance through the judicious choice of soft flexible members, as opposed to a finite number of rigid kinematic joints, can result in greater dexterity without compromising simplicity. One example is the replacement of segmented mechanical legs with simple compliant material eruciform prolegs. To achieve this in robotics, without introducing additional mechanical joints, mobile surfaces with switchable coefficients of friction is essential. This paper explains how, using silicone based smart materials, the rapid alternation between kinematic and static friction (stiction) may be achieved.}, language = {en} } @article{Herrmann, author = {Herrmann, Frank}, title = {Human Experience Versus Rule Decision at Krones AG}, series = {Biomedical Journal of Scientific \& Technical Research}, volume = {42}, journal = {Biomedical Journal of Scientific \& Technical Research}, number = {1}, publisher = {Biomedical Research Network+}, issn = {2574 -1241}, doi = {10.26717/BJSTR.2022.42.006691}, pages = {33255 -- 33260}, abstract = {Final assembly at Krones AG must make the best possible use of its production space and meeting the specified customer due dates is critical. Via a self developed simulation tool, the present scheduling procedure is compared with the one by priority rule shortest slack. As a consequence slack should have a higher importance in the planning}, language = {en} } @article{GoeppelFrikelHaltmeier, author = {G{\"o}ppel, Simon and Frikel, J{\"u}rgen and Haltmeier, Markus}, title = {Data-Proximal Complementary ℓ1-TV Reconstruction for Limited Data Computed Tomography}, series = {Mathematics}, volume = {12}, journal = {Mathematics}, number = {10}, publisher = {MDPI}, issn = {2227-7390}, doi = {10.3390/math12101606}, abstract = {In a number of tomographic applications, data cannot be fully acquired, resulting in severely underdetermined image reconstruction. Conventional methods in such cases lead to reconstructions with significant artifacts. To overcome these artifacts, regularization methods are applied that incorporate additional information. An important example is TV reconstruction, which is known to be efficient in compensating for missing data and reducing reconstruction artifacts. On the other hand, tomographic data are also contaminated by noise, which poses an additional challenge. The use of a single regularizer must therefore account for both the missing data and the noise. A particular regularizer may not be ideal for both tasks. For example, the TV regularizer is a poor choice for noise reduction over multiple scales, in which case ℓ1 curvelet regularization methods are well suited. To address this issue, in this paper, we present a novel variational regularization framework that combines the advantages of different regularizers. The basic idea of our framework is to perform reconstruction in two stages. The first stage is mainly aimed at accurate reconstruction in the presence of noise, and the second stage is aimed at artifact reduction. Both reconstruction stages are connected by a data proximity condition. The proposed method is implemented and tested for limited-view CT using a combined curvelet-TV approach. We define and implement a curvelet transform adapted to the limited-view problem and illustrate the advantages of our approach in numerical experiments.}, language = {en} } @article{HuberHeindlSchlosseretal., author = {Huber, Lea and Heindl, Melanie and Schlosser, Marc and Pfitzner, Arno and Dawoud, Belal}, title = {On the Cycle Stability and Macroscopic Structure of Iron Oxide Pellets for Thermochemical Hydrogen Storage: Influence of Water Content during the Pelletizing Process}, series = {Applied Sciences}, volume = {13}, journal = {Applied Sciences}, number = {11}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {16}, doi = {10.3390/app13116408}, abstract = {Hydrogen storage based on the repeated reduction and oxidation (redox) reactions of iron oxide/iron composites represents a promising technology. This work is dedicated to studying the influence of the amount of water added during the pelletizing process on the cycle stability and structure of iron oxide pellets. The storage composites were prepared from iron oxide (Fe2O3) and 10 wt.-\% support material (cement) with different amounts of water (18 and 33 wt.-\%) in a laboratory-scale pelletizing disk. To evaluate the cycle stability of the composites, the kinetics of the redox reactions were experimentally measured at 800 ∘ C in an atmosphere of 50\% N2 and 50\% H2 (reduction) or 50\% steam (oxidation), respectively. Moreover, the structure of the pellets was analyzed by micro-computed tomography scans. It turned out that pellets with higher water contents attained faster kinetics and a higher cycle stability. The sample with the least water content (18 wt.-\%) needed about 26 min and 19 min to reach a conversion rate of 80\% during the reduction and oxidation reactions of the sixth redox cycle, respectively. In contrast, the sample with the highest water content (33 wt.-\%) could achieve the same conversion rate after 18 min (reduction) and 13 min (oxidation) during the ninth redox cycle.}, language = {en} } @article{Schiek, author = {Schiek, Roland}, title = {Nonlinear refractive index in silica glass}, series = {Optical Materials Expres}, volume = {13}, journal = {Optical Materials Expres}, number = {6}, publisher = {Optica}, doi = {10.1364/ome.489520}, pages = {1727 -- 1740}, abstract = {The third-order nonlinear susceptibility of silica glass is measured via self-phase modulation in standard single mode fibers at a wavelength of 1550 nm. To minimize the influence of polarization state changes along the propagation only meter-long fibers were investigated. With pulse durations of picoseconds a quasi-instantaneous nonlinearity with ultrafast electronic and fast nuclear-vibration contributions produces under conditions of negligible dispersion a classic and clean nonlinear phase shift following exactly the shape of the pulse power. The complex pulse envelope was retrieved from frequency optical gating spectrograms. The nonlinear fiber parameter γ could be determined with an accuracy of 3.7 percent. Considering the mode field structure and the doping influence the nonlinear refractive index of silica glass as the fiber base material was found to be n 2 =2.22⋅10 -16 cm 2 W±6.0\% for picosecond-long pulses. Comparing nonlinear phase shifts from linear and circular polarized light a nuclear-vibration contribution to the cubic fiber nonlinearity of 25 percent was estimated.}, language = {en} } @article{SteiningerGadererDawoud, author = {Steininger, Peter and Gaderer, Matthias and Dawoud, Belal}, title = {Assessment of the Annual Transmission Heat Loss Reduction of a Refurbished Existing Building with an Advanced Solar Selective Thermal Insulation System}, series = {Sustainability}, volume = {13}, journal = {Sustainability}, number = {13}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/su13137336}, pages = {1 -- 19}, abstract = {A numerical parameter sensitivity analysis of the design parameters of the recently published solar selective thermal insulation system (SATIS) has been carried out to enhance its thermal and optical properties. It turned out that the insulation properties of SATIS can be effectively improved by reducing the length of the glass closure element. Increasing the area share of the light conducting elements (LCEs) and decreasing their length-to-diameter (L/D) ratio were identified as key parameters in order to increase the solar gain. Two SATIS variants were compared with the same wall insulation without SATIS in a yearly energetic performance assessment. The SATIS variant with 10 mm length of the closure element, 44.2\% area share of LCE, as well as front and rear diameters of 12 mm/9 mm shows an 11.8\% lower transmission heat loss over the heating period than the wall insulation without SATIS. A new methodology was developed to enable the implementation of the computed solar gains of SATIS in 1D simulation tools. The result is a radiant heat flow map for integration as a heat source in 1D simulation models. A comparison between the 1D and 3D models of the inside wall heat fluxes showed an integral yearly agreement of 98\%.}, language = {en} } @article{SaidEngelhartKirchesetal., author = {Said, Nadia and Engelhart, Michael and Kirches, Christian and K{\"o}rkel, Stefan and Holt, Daniel V.}, title = {Applying mathematical optimization methods to an ACT-R instance-based learning model}, series = {PLoS ONE}, volume = {11}, journal = {PLoS ONE}, number = {7}, publisher = {PLOS}, doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0158832}, abstract = {Computational models of cognition provide an interface to connect advanced mathematical tools and methods to empirically supported theories of behavior in psychology, cognitive science, and neuroscience. In this article, we consider a computational model of instance-based learning, implemented in the ACT-R cognitive architecture. We propose an approach for obtaining mathematical reformulations of such cognitive models that improve their computational tractability. For the well-established Sugar Factory dynamic decision making task, we conduct a simulation study to analyze central model parameters. We show how mathematical optimization techniques can be applied to efficiently identify optimal parameter values with respect to different optimization goals. Beyond these methodological contributions, our analysis reveals the sensitivity of this particular task with respect to initial settings and yields new insights into how average human performance deviates from potential optimal performance. We conclude by discussing possible extensions of our approach as well as future steps towards applying more powerful derivative-based optimization methods.}, language = {en} } @article{SindersbergerPremMonkman, author = {Sindersberger, Dirk and Prem, Nina and Monkman, Gareth J.}, title = {Structure formation in low concentration magnetoactive polymers}, series = {AIP advances}, volume = {9}, journal = {AIP advances}, number = {3}, publisher = {AIP Publishing}, doi = {10.1063/1.5079997}, abstract = {This paper concerns recent research into the autonomous formation of micro-structures in low carbonyl iron powder (CIP) concentration magneto active polymers (MAP). Higher concentrations of CIP show an isotropic distribution of magnetic filler throughout the entire sample, while autonomous structure formation is possible at mass concentrations lower than 3\%. The formation of micro-toroids commences as CIP concentration approaches 1\% wt. Further development of coherent rings with a defined order follow as CIP concentrations increase toward 2\% wt, whilst exceeding 3\% wt leads to the same isotropic distribution found in higher concentration MAP. Structured samples containing between 1\% wt and 3\% wt CIP were investigated using X-Ray tomography where solitary structures could clearly be observed. The ring structures represent microinductivities whose geometries can be manipulated during fabrication. In addition, these structures are magnetic field sensitive. This is not only relevant to applications in the GHz and THz areas but recent research has revealed implications for optical, thermal, acoustic and even chemical MAP sensors. (C) 2019 Author(s).}, language = {en} } @article{FrazzicaBrancatoDawoud, author = {Frazzica, Andrea and Brancato, Vincenza and Dawoud, Belal}, title = {Unified Methodology to Identify the Potential Application of Seasonal Sorption Storage Technology}, series = {Energies}, volume = {13}, journal = {Energies}, number = {5}, publisher = {MPDI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/en13051037}, pages = {1 -- 17}, abstract = {In this study, the definition of a new methodology for a preliminary evaluation of the working boundary conditions under which a seasonal thermal energy storage (STES) system operates is described. The approach starts by considering the building features as well as the reference heating system in terms of solar thermal collectors' technology, ambient heat sinks/source, and space heating distribution systems employed. Furthermore, it is based on a deep climatic analysis of the place where the STES needs to be installed, to identify both winter and summer operating conditions. In particular, the STES energy density is evaluated considering different space heating demands covered by the STES (ranging from 10\% up to 60\%). The obtained results demonstrate that this approach allows for the careful estimation of the achievable STES density, which is varies significantly both with the space heating coverage guaranteed by the STES as well as with the ambient heat source/sink that is employed in the system. This confirms the need for careful preliminary analysis to avoid the overestimation of the STES material volume. The proposed approach was then applied for different climatic conditions (e.g., Germany and Sweden) and the volume of one of the most attractive composite sorbent materials reported in the literature, i.e., multi-wall carbon nanotubes (MWCNT)-LiCl, using water as the working fluid, needed for covering the variable space heating demand in a Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB) was calculated. In the case of Swedish buildings, it ranges from about 3.5 m3 when 10\% of the space heating demand is provided by the STES, up to 11.1 m3 when 30\% of the space heating demand is provided by the STES.}, language = {en} } @article{HagerSeitzWaas, author = {Hager, Markus and Seitz, Jochen and Waas, Thomas}, title = {Literature Survey on Recent Progress in Inter-Vehicle Communication Simulations}, series = {Journal of Transportation Technologies}, volume = {Vol. 5}, journal = {Journal of Transportation Technologies}, number = {3}, doi = {10.4236/jtts.2015.53015}, pages = {159 -- 168}, abstract = {The vehicular ad hoc network (VANET) technology based on the approved IEEE 802.11p standard and the appendant inter-vehicle communication (IVC) has the potential to dramatically change the way transportation systems work. The fundamental idea is to change the individual behavior of each vehicle by exchanging information among traffic participants to realize a cooperative and more efficient ransportation system. Certainly, the evaluation of such systems is a comprehensive and challenging task in a real world test bed, therefore, simulation frameworks are a key tool to analyze IVC. Several models are needed to emulate the real behavior of a VANET in all aspects as much realistically as necessary. The intention of this survey is to provide a comprehensive overview of publications concerning IVC simulations of the year 2013 and to see how IVC simulation has changed since 2009. Based on this analysis, we will answer the following questions: What simulation techniques are applied to IVC? Which aspects of IVS have been evaluated? What has changed within five years of IVC simulations? We also take a closer look at commonly used software tools and discuss their functionality and drawbacks. Finally, we present open questions concerning IVC simulations.}, language = {en} } @article{WeberHuberBorchseniusetal.2020, author = {Weber, Felix and Huber, Peter and Borchsenius, Fredrik and Braun, Christian}, title = {Performance of TMDI for Tall Building Damping}, series = {Actuators}, volume = {9}, journal = {Actuators}, number = {4}, publisher = {MPDI}, doi = {10.3390/act9040139}, pages = {1 -- 13}, year = {2020}, abstract = {This study investigates the vibration reduction of tall wind-excited buildings using a tuned mass damper (TMD) with an inerter (TMDI). The performance of the TMDI is computed as a function of the floor to which the inerter is grounded as this parameter strongly influences the vibration reduction of the building and for the case when the inerter is grounded to the earth whereby the absolute acceleration of the corresponding inerter terminal is zero. Simulations are made for broadband and harmonic excitations of the first three bending modes, and the conventional TMD is used as a benchmark. It is found that the inerter performs best when grounded to the earth because, then, the inerter force is in proportion to the absolute acceleration of only the pendulum mass, but not to the relative acceleration of the two inerter terminals, which is demonstrated by the mass matrix. However, if the inerter is grounded to a floor below the pendulum mass, the TMDI only outperforms the TMD if the inerter is grounded to a floor within approximately the first third of the building's height. For the most realistic case, where the inerter is grounded to a floor in the vicinity of the pendulum mass, the TMDI performs far worse than the classical TMD.}, language = {en} } @article{AbhijitSenBaumgartnerHeissetal., author = {Abhijit Sen, Kwantlen and Baumgartner, Laura and Heiß, Katharina and Wagner, Cornelia}, title = {DevOps paradigm}, series = {Issues in Information Systems}, volume = {22}, journal = {Issues in Information Systems}, number = {4}, publisher = {International Association for Computer Information Systems}, issn = {1529-7314}, doi = {10.48009/4_iis_2021_117-133}, pages = {110 -- 125}, abstract = {DevOps, the widely used term in software industry, integrates the Development and IT Operations activities to frequently deliver, deploy, and release quality software features. DevOps approach emphasizes collaboration among Developments and IT operations teams throughout System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). The DevOps process is supported by wide variety of tool chains for various phases of SDLC. There exist many DevOps models. However, in this paper authors use a simple four phase pedagogical models to demonstrate principles of DevOps. In this paper authors attempt to show how DevOps principles can effectively be used to manage and implement business problems in classroom setting. Specifically, DevOps methodology is applied to manage develop and implement a small web application. This pedagogical approach is specially aimed at students who do not have prior experiences and skillsets in applying DevOps methodology and associated toolsets to every stages of SDLC. At the conclusion of the project, students gained valuable insights on how to apply DevOps principles to business problems and to select and use commonly used state of the arts tools to plan, manage, build, test, monitor, deploy tasks at every stages of DevOps. The authors also discuss the limitations and practical issues related to implementing DevOps within classroom settings.}, language = {en} } @article{KennerThalerKuceraetal., author = {Kenner, Susanne and Thaler, Raphael and Kucera, Markus and Volbert, Klaus and Waas, Thomas}, title = {Comparison of Smart Grid architectures for monitoring and analyzing power grid data via Modbus and REST}, series = {EURASIP Journal on Embedded Systems}, volume = {2017}, journal = {EURASIP Journal on Embedded Systems}, doi = {10.1186/s13639-016-0045-7}, abstract = {Smart grid, smart metering, electromobility, and the regulation of the power network are keywords of the transition in energy politics. In the future, the power grid will be smart. Based on different works, this article presents a data collection, analyzing, and monitoring software for a reference smart grid. We discuss two possible architectures for collecting data from energy analyzers and analyze their performance with respect to real-time monitoring, load peak analysis, and automated regulation of the power grid. In the first architecture, we analyze the latency, needed bandwidth, and scalability for collecting data over the Modbus TCP/IP protocol and in the second one over a RESTful web service. The analysis results show that the solution with Modbus is more scalable as the one with RESTful web service. However, the performance and scalability of both architectures are sufficient for our reference smart grid and use cases.}, subject = {Intelligentes Stromnetz}, language = {en} } @article{BleningerFuernrohrKiesletal., author = {Bleninger, Sara and F{\"u}rnrohr, Michael and Kiesl, Hans and Kr{\"a}mer, Walter and K{\"u}chenhoff, Helmut and Burgard, Jan Pablo and M{\"u}nnich, Ralf and Rupp, Martin}, title = {Kommentare und Erwiderung zu: Qualit{\"a}tszielfunktionen f{\"u}r stark variierende Gemeindegr{\"o}ßen im Zensus 2021}, series = {AStA Wirtschafts- und Sozialstatistisches Archiv}, volume = {14}, journal = {AStA Wirtschafts- und Sozialstatistisches Archiv}, publisher = {Springer Nature}, doi = {10.1007/s11943-019-00264-6}, pages = {67 -- 98}, abstract = {Burgard et al. (2020) stellen in ihrem Artikel zu Qualit{\"a}tszielfunktionen f{\"u}r stark variierende Gemeindegr{\"o}ßen im Zensus 2021 Erweiterungen der Stichproben- und Sch{\"a}tzmethoden des Zensus 2011 vor, die kleine Gemeinden unter 10.000 Einwohnern in den Entscheidungsprozess integrieren. Die Dringlichkeit zur L{\"o}sung dieses Problems wurde ebenso im Urteil des Bundesverfassungsgerichts zur Volksz{\"a}hlung 2011 festgestellt. Ziel dieser Erwiderung ist eine eingehende Diskussion der Ergebnisse des vorangegangenen Beitrags mit namhaften Experten auf diesem Gebiet. Insbesondere geht es um eine Einordnung des Artikels in den Wissenschaftskontext (Kr{\"a}mer), die Bedeutung von Nichtstichprobenfehlern f{\"u}r den Zensus (K{\"u}chenhoff), den Zensus aus Sicht der Amtsstatistik (Bleninger und F{\"u}rnrohr) sowie aus statistisch-methodischer Sicht (Kiesl). Dar{\"u}ber hinaus werden aktuelle Entwicklungen vorgestellt.}, language = {de} } @article{BrabenecPoborskySassmannshausen, author = {Brabenec, Tomas and Poborsky, Frantisek and Saßmannshausen, Sean Patrick}, title = {The Difference between Preferred \& Common Stocks in Europe from the Market Perspective}, series = {Journal of Competitiveness}, volume = {12}, journal = {Journal of Competitiveness}, number = {3}, publisher = {Tomas Bata University in Zl{\´i}n}, doi = {10.7441/joc.2020.03.04}, pages = {64 -- 81}, abstract = {Companies listed on the stock market must devote a great deal of attention to their market position. They must increase their competitive advantage in the undeniably key process of the issuance of stocks. As the issuance of preferred stocks has increased after the last crisis and in the current period of low interest rates in Europe, they are becoming more favoured investment instruments, we decided to analyse the real properties of preferred stocks in Europe in order to increase the efficiency of joint-stock companies. Using a dataset comprising all companies having both common and preferred stocks issued and traded on European markets between 2009- 2016, we determined the relationship of risk (measured by beta coefficients) and price volatility among common and preferred stocks and bonds in Europe. Our findings show beta coefficients of preferred stocks as systematically lower than beta coefficients of common stocks. Considering a difference of up to 10\% as negligible, however, preferred stocks showed a similar or higher beta coefficient than corresponding common stocks of the same company in 53\% of cases, whereas for 33\% of cases, the difference is only ±10\%. Coefficients of variation in prices showed a similar relationship, with only a negligible portion of preferred stocks bearing fixed (stable) dividends. This result implies that currently traded preferred stocks in Europe in fact do not possess such characteristics they are typically said to have, and in many cases they incur as comparable a risk as do common stocks. This essential information should help to increase the efficiency and competitiveness of joint-stock companies.}, language = {en} } @article{KurzweilScheuerpflug, author = {Kurzweil, Peter and Scheuerpflug, Wolfgang}, title = {State-of-charge monitoring and battery diagnosis of different lithium ion chemistries using impedance spectroscopy}, series = {Batteries}, volume = {7}, journal = {Batteries}, number = {1}, doi = {10.3390/batteries7010017}, pages = {16}, abstract = {For lithium iron phosphate batteries (LFP) in aerospace applications, impedance spectroscopy is applicable in the flat region of the voltage-charge curve. The frequency-dependent pseudocapacitance at 0.15 Hz is presented as useful state-of-charge (SOC) and state-of-health (SOH) indicator. For the same battery type, the prediction error of pseudocapacitance is better than 1\% for a quadratic calibration curve, and less than 36\% for a linear model. An approximately linear correlation between pseudocapacitance and Ah battery capacity is observed as long as overcharge and deep discharge are avoided. We verify the impedance method in comparison to the classical constant-current discharge measurements. In the case of five examined lithium-ion chemistries, the linear trend of impedance and SOC is lost if the slope of the discharge voltage curve versus SOC changes. With nickel manganese cobalt (NMC), high impedance modulus correlates with high SOC above 70\%.}, language = {en} } @article{SchiekBaronio, author = {Schiek, Roland and Baronio, Fabio}, title = {Spatial Akhmediev breathers and modulation instability growth-decay cycles in a quadratic optical medium}, series = {Physical Review Research}, volume = {1}, journal = {Physical Review Research}, number = {3}, publisher = {American Physical Society}, doi = {10.1103/PhysRevResearch.1.032036}, pages = {1 -- 5}, abstract = {We investigate the spatial nonlinear localization of light on a quasi-plane-wave background with a harmonic perturbation induced by modulation instability in a quadratic nonlinear optical medium. In particular, we demonstrate experimentally the excitation of deterministic Akhmediev breathers and thus the growth-decay dynamics of modulation instability in a LiNbO3 slab waveguide. The results should stimulate new interest in modulation instability, extreme events, turbulence, recurrence, and supercontinuum generation in quadratic nonlinear optics.}, language = {en} } @article{SnarskiiShamoninChamonineYuskevich, author = {Snarskii, Andrei A. and Shamonin (Chamonine), Mikhail and Yuskevich, Pavel}, title = {Effective medium theory for the elastic properties of composite materials with various percolation thresholds}, series = {Materials}, volume = {13}, journal = {Materials}, number = {5}, publisher = {MPDI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/ma13051243}, pages = {1 -- 19}, abstract = {It is discussed that the classical effective medium theory for the elastic properties of random heterogeneous materials is not congruous with the effective medium theory for the electrical conductivity. In particular, when describing the elastic and electro-conductive properties of a strongly inhomogeneous two-phase composite material, the steep rise of effective parameters occurs at different concentrations. To achieve the logical concordance between the cross-property relations, a modification of the effective medium theory of the elastic properties is introduced. It is shown that the qualitative conclusions of the theory do not change, while a possibility of describing a broader class of composite materials with various percolation thresholds arises. It is determined under what conditions there is an elasticity theory analogue of the Dykhne formula for the effective conductivity. The theoretical results are supported by known experiments and show improvement over the existing approach. The introduction of the theory with the variable percolation threshold paves the way for describing the magnetorheological properties of magnetoactive elastomers. A similar approach has been recently used for the description of magneto-dielectric and magnetic properties.}, language = {en} } @incollection{Gerhards, author = {Gerhards, Helene}, title = {Von Patient*innenzellen und Patient*innenzahlen}, series = {Intersektionalit{\"a}t und Postkolonialit{\"a}t ; kritische feministische Perspektiven auf Politik und Macht}, booktitle = {Intersektionalit{\"a}t und Postkolonialit{\"a}t ; kritische feministische Perspektiven auf Politik und Macht}, editor = {Mauer, Heike and Leinius, Johanna and Gerhards, Helene}, publisher = {Verlag Barbara Budrich}, address = {Opladen; Berlin}, isbn = {9783847424550}, doi = {10.3224/84742455}, pages = {181 -- 203}, language = {de} } @article{KostrovShamoninChamonineStepanovetal., author = {Kostrov, Sergei A. and Shamonin (Chamonine), Mikhail and Stepanov, Gennady V. and Kramarenko, Elena Yu}, title = {Magnetodielectric Response of Soft Magnetoactive Elastomers: Effects of Filler Concentration and Measurement Frequency}, series = {International Journal of Molecular Sciences}, volume = {20}, journal = {International Journal of Molecular Sciences}, number = {9}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/ijms20092230}, pages = {1 -- 13}, abstract = {The magnetodielectric response of magnetoactive elastomers (MAEs) in its dependence on filler concentration, magnetic field, and test frequency is studied experimentally. MAEs are synthesized on the basis of a silicone matrix filled with spherical carbonyl iron particles characterized by a mean diameter of 4.5 mu m. The concentration of the magnetic filler within composite materials is equal to 70, 75, and 80 mass\%. The effective lossless permittivity epsilon as well as the dielectric loss tan grow significantly when the magnetic field increases. The permittivity increases and the dielectric loss decreases with increasing filler concentration. In the measurement frequency range between 1 kHz and 200 kHz, the frequency hardly affects the values of epsilon and tan in the absence of a magnetic field. However, both parameters decrease considerably with the growing frequency in a constant magnetic field. The more strongly the magnetic field is applied, the larger the change in permittivity and loss tangent at the same test frequency is observed. An equivalent circuit formulation qualitatively describes the main tendencies of the magnetodielectric response.}, language = {en} } @article{ZucchiFrancoSchrecketal., author = {Zucchi, Jose William and Franco, Estefania Aparecida Thome and Schreck, Thomas and Castro Silva, Maria Helena and Migliorini, Sandro Rog{\´e}rio dos Santos and Garcia, T. and Mota, G. A. F. and de Morais, Bruna Evelyn Bueno and Machado, L. H. S. and Batista, A. N. R. and de Pavia, Sergio and de Godoy, I. and Tanni, Suzana}, title = {Different Clusters in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)}, series = {International Journal of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease}, volume = {15}, journal = {International Journal of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease}, publisher = {Dove Medical Press}, doi = {10.2147/COPD.S268332}, pages = {2847 -- 2856}, abstract = {Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has a functional definition. However, differences in clinical characteristics and systemic manifestations make COPD a heterogeneous disease and some manifestations have been associated with different risks of acute exacerbations, hospitalizations, and death. Objective: Therefore, the objective of the study was to evaluate possible clinical clusters in COPD at two study centers in Brazil and identify the associated exacerbation and mortality rate during 1 year of follow-up. Methods: We included patients with COPD and all underwent an evaluation composed of the Charlson Index, body mass index (BMI), current pharmacological treatment, smoking history (packs-year), history of exacerbations/hospitalizations in the last year, spirometry, six-minute walking test (6MWT), quality of life questionnaires, dyspnea, and hospital anxiety and depression scale. Blood samples were also collected for measurements of C-reactive protein (CRP), blood gases, laboratory analysis, and blood count. For the construction of the clusters, 13 continuous variables of clinical importance were considered: hematocrit, CRP, triglycerides, low density lipoprotein, absolute number of peripheral eosinophils, age, pulse oximetry, BMI, forced expiratory volume in the first second, dyspnea, 6MWD, total score of the Saint George Respiratory Questionnaire and packs-year of smoking. We used the Ward and K-means methods and determined the best silhouette value to identify similarities of individuals within the cluster (cohesion) in relation to the other clusters (separation). The number of clusters was determined by the heterogeneity values of the cluster, which in this case was determined as four clusters. Results: We evaluated 301 COPD patients and identified four different groups of COPD patients. The first cluster (203 patients) was characterized by fewer symptoms and lower functional severity of the disease, the second cluster by higher values of peripheral eosinophils, the third cluster by more systemic inflammation and the fourth cluster by greater obstructive severity and worse gas exchange. Cluster 2 had an average of 959 3 peripheral eosinophils, cluster 3 had a higher prevalence of nutritional depletion (46.1\%), and cluster 4 had a higher BODE index. Regarding the associated comorbidities, we found that only obstructive sleep apnea syndrome and pulmonary thromboembolism were more prevalent in cluster 4. Almost 50\% of all patients presented an exacerbation during 1 year of follow-up. However, it was higher in cluster 4, with 65\% of all patients having at least one exacerbation. The mortality rate was statistically higher in cluster 4, with 26.9\%, vs 9.6\% in cluster 1. Conclusion: We could identify four clinical different clusters in these COPD populations, that were related to different clinical manifestations, comorbidities, exacerbation, and mortality rate. We also identified a specific cluster with higher values of peripheral eosinophils.}, language = {en} } @article{RoeslSeitzToedter, author = {R{\"o}sl, Gerhard and Seitz, Franz and T{\"o}dter, Karl-Heinz}, title = {The Cost of Overcoming the Zero Lower-Bound: A Welfare Analysis}, series = {Economies}, volume = {7}, journal = {Economies}, number = {3}, publisher = {MDPI}, doi = {10.3390/economies7030067}, pages = {1 -- 18}, abstract = {To broaden the operational scope of monetary policy, several authors suggest cash abolition as an appropriate means of breaking through the zero lower-bound. We argue that the welfare costs of bypassing the zero lower-bound by getting rid of cash entirely are analytically equivalent to negative interest rates on cash holdings. Using a money-in-the-utility-function model, we measure in two ways the welfare loss consumers as money holders would be forced to bear once the zero lower-bound is broken: in terms of the amount needed to compensate consumers (compensated variation), and as excess burden (deadweight loss) imposed on the economy as a whole. We calibrated the model for the euro area and for Germany. Our findings suggest that the welfare losses of negative interest rates incurred by consumers as holders of cash and transaction balances (M3) are large and enduring, notably if implemented in the current low-interest rate environment.}, language = {en} } @article{VerezBorriCrespoetal., author = {V{\´e}rez, David and Borri, Emiliano and Crespo, Alicia and Zsembinszki, Gabriel and Dawoud, Belal and Cabeza, Luisa F.}, title = {Experimental Study of a Small-Size Vacuum Insulated Water Tank for Building Applications}, series = {Sustainability}, volume = {13}, journal = {Sustainability}, number = {10}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/su13105329}, pages = {1 -- 11}, abstract = {Insulation of thermal energy storage tanks is fundamental to reduce heat losses and to achieve high energy storage efficiency. Although water tanks were extensively studied in the literature, the enhancement of the insulation quality is often overlooked. The use of vacuum insulation has the potential to significantly reduce heat losses without affecting the dimension of the storage system. This paper shows for the first time the results of the heat losses tests done for a 0.535 m3 water tank for residential building applications built with a double wall vacuum insulation. The different tests show that the rate of heat losses strictly depends on the temperature distribution inside the tank at the beginning of the experiment. Compared to a conventional water tank insulated with conventional materials, the U-value of the lateral surface was reduced by almost three times (from 1.05 W/K·m2 to 0.38 W/K·m2) using vacuum insulation. However, the bottom part, which is usually used to place the support parts and the piping, is the critical design part of those tanks acting as a thermal bridge with the ambient and enhancing heat losses.}, language = {en} } @article{KurzweilShamoninChamonine, author = {Kurzweil, Peter and Shamonin (Chamonine), Mikhail}, title = {State-of-Charge Monitoring by Impedance Spectroscopy during Long-Term Self-Discharge of Supercapacitors and Lithium-Ion Batteries}, series = {Batteries}, volume = {4}, journal = {Batteries}, number = {3}, publisher = {MPDI}, doi = {10.3390/batteries4030035}, pages = {1 -- 13}, abstract = {Frequency-dependent capacitance C(ω) is a rapid and reliable method for the determination of the state-of-charge (SoC) of electrochemical storage devices. The state-of-the-art of SoC monitoring using impedance spectroscopy is reviewed, and complemented by original 1.5-year long-term electrical impedance measurements of several commercially available supercapacitors. It is found that the kinetics of the self-discharge of supercapacitors comprises at least two characteristic time constants in the range of days and months. The curvature of the Nyquist curve at frequencies above 10 Hz (charge transfer resistance) depends on the available electric charge as well, but it is of little use for applications. Lithium-ion batteries demonstrate a linear correlation between voltage and capacitance as long as overcharge and deep discharge are avoided.}, language = {en} } @article{KellerGreimKusterle, author = {Keller, Helena and Greim, Markus and Kusterle, Wolfgang}, title = {27th Conference and Workshop on Rheology of Building Materials, Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule (OTH) Regensburg, Germany, March 7 - 8, 2018}, series = {Applied Rheology}, volume = {28}, journal = {Applied Rheology}, number = {2}, publisher = {De Gruyter}, doi = {10.1515/arh-2018-0005}, pages = {56 -- 58}, language = {en} } @article{FuersattelPlankMaieretal., author = {Fuersattel, Peter and Plank, Claus and Maier, Andreas and Riess, Christian}, title = {Accurate laser scanner to camera calibration with application to range sensor evaluation}, series = {IPSJ Transactions on Computer Vision and Applications}, volume = {9}, journal = {IPSJ Transactions on Computer Vision and Applications}, number = {1}, publisher = {Springer Nature}, doi = {10.1186/s41074-017-0032-5}, abstract = {Multi-modal sensory data plays an important role in many computer vision and robotics tasks. One popular multi-modal pair is cameras and laser scanners. To overlay and jointly use the data from both modalities, it is necessary to calibrate the sensors, i.e., to obtain the spatial relation between the sensors. Computing such a calibration is challenging as both sensors provide quite different data: cameras yield color or brightness information, laser scanners yield 3-D points. However, several laser scanners additionally provide reflectances, which turn out to make calibration to a camera well feasible. To this end, we first estimate a rough alignment of the coordinate systems of both modalities. Then, we use the laser scanner reflectances to compute a virtual image of the scene. Stereo calibration on the virtual image and the camera image are then used to compute a refined, high-accuracy calibration. It is encouraging that the accuracies in our experiments are comparable to camera-camera stereo setups and outperform another of other target-based calibration approach. This shows that the proposed algorithm reliably integrates the point cloud with the intensity image. As an example application, we use the calibration results to obtain ground-truth distance images for range cameras. Furthermore, we utilize this data to investigate the accuracy of the Microsoft Kinect V2 time-of-flight and the Intel RealSense R200 structured light camera.}, language = {en} } @article{JostKudrussKoerkeletal., author = {Jost, Felix and Kudruss, Manuel and Koerkel, Stefan and Walter, Sebastian F.}, title = {A computational method for key-performance-indicator-based parameter identification of industrial manipulators}, series = {Journal of mathematics in Industry}, volume = {7}, journal = {Journal of mathematics in Industry}, number = {9}, publisher = {Springer Nature}, doi = {10.1186/s13362-017-0039-7}, abstract = {We present a novel derivative-based parameter identification method to improve the precision at the tool center point of an industrial manipulator. The tool center point is directly considered in the optimization as part of the problem formulation as a key performance indicator. Additionally, our proposed method takes collision avoidance as special nonlinear constraints into account and is therefore suitable for industrial use. The performed numerical experiments show that the optimum experimental designs considering key performance indicators during optimization achieve a significant improvement in comparison to other methods. An improvement in terms of precision at the tool center point of 40\% to 44\% was achieved in experiments with three KUKA robots and 90 notional manipulator models compared to the heuristic experimental designs chosen by an experimenter as well as 10\% to 19\% compared to an existing state-of-the-art method.}, language = {en} } @article{MaasHuemmerSehretal., author = {Maas, Roland and Huemmer, Christian and Sehr, Armin and Kellermann, Walter}, title = {A Bayesian view on acoustic model-based techniques for robust speech recognition}, series = {EURASIP Journal on Advances in Signal Processing}, volume = {103}, journal = {EURASIP Journal on Advances in Signal Processing}, publisher = {Springer Nature}, doi = {10.1186/s13634-015-0287-x}, abstract = {This article provides a unifying Bayesian view on various approaches for acoustic model adaptation, missing feature, and uncertainty decoding that are well-known in the literature of robust automatic speech recognition. The representatives of these classes can often be deduced from a Bayesian network that extends the conventional hidden Markov models used in speech recognition. These extensions, in turn, can in many cases be motivated from an underlying observation model that relates clean and distorted feature vectors. By identifying and converting the observation models into a Bayesian network representation, we formulate the corresponding compensation rules. We thus summarize the various approaches as approximations or modifications of the same Bayesian decoding rule leading to a unified view on known derivations as well as to new formulations for certain approaches.}, language = {en} } @article{CheeKammlerGrahametal., author = {Chee, See Wee and Kammler, Martin and Graham, Jeremy and Gignac, Lynne and Reuter, Mark C. and Hull, Robert and Ross, Frances M.}, title = {Directed Self-Assembly of Ge Quantum Dots Using Focused Si2+ Ion Beam Patterning}, series = {scientific reports}, volume = {8}, journal = {scientific reports}, publisher = {Nature}, doi = {10.1038/s41598-018-27512-z}, pages = {1 -- 10}, abstract = {We show that templating a Si surface with a focused beam of Si2+ or Si+ ions can create suitable nucleation sites for the subsequent growth of self-assembled Ge quantum dots by chemical vapor deposition. To determine the mechanism of patterning we use atomic force microscopy to show that, similar to Ga+ patterning, the formation of a surface pit is required to enable control over Ge quantum dot locations. We find that relatively high implantation doses are required to achieve patterning, and these doses lead to amorphization of the substrate. We assess the degree to which the substrate crystallinity can be recovered by subsequent processing. Using in situ transmission electron microscopy heating experiments we find that recrystallization is possible at the growth temperature of the Ge quantum dots, but defects remain that follow the pattern of the initial implantation. We discuss the formation mechanism of the defects and the benefits of using Si ions for patterning both defects and quantum dots on Si substrates.}, language = {en} } @article{RaesaenenPulkkinenVirtanenetal., author = {R{\"a}s{\"a}nen, Esa and Pulkkinen, Otto and Virtanen, Tuomas and Zollner, Manfred and Hennig, Holger}, title = {Fluctuations of hi-hat timing and dynamics in a virtuoso drum track of a popular music recording}, series = {PLoS ONE}, volume = {10}, journal = {PLoS ONE}, number = {6}, publisher = {PLOS}, doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0127902}, abstract = {Long-range correlated temporal fluctuations in the beats of musical rhythms are an inevitable consequence of human action. According to recent studies, such fluctuations also lead to a favored listening experience. The scaling laws of amplitude variations in rhythms, however, are widely unknown. Here we use highly sensitive onset detection and time series analysis to study the amplitude and temporal fluctuations of Jeff Porcaro's one-handed hi-hat pattern in "I Keep Forgettin'"-one of the most renowned 16th note patterns in modern drumming. We show that fluctuations of hi-hat amplitudes and interbeat intervals (times between hits) have clear long-range correlations and short-range anticorrelations separated by a characteristic time scale. In addition, we detect subtle features in Porcaro's drumming such as small drifts in the 16th note pulse and non-trivial periodic two-bar patterns in both hi-hat amplitudes and intervals. Through this investigation we introduce a step towards statistical studies of the 20th and 21st century music recordings in the framework of complex systems. Our analysis has direct applications to the development of drum machines and to drumming pedagogy.}, language = {en} } @article{deCamposSilvaBaimaRibeirodeBarrosetal., author = {de Campos Silva, Elen Farinelli and Baima, Julio Pinheiro and Ribeiro de Barros, Jaqueline and Tanni, Suzana and Schreck, Thomas and Saad-Hossne, Rogerio and Sassaki, Ligia Yukie}, title = {Risk factors for ulcerative colitis-associated colorectal cancer A retrospective cohort study}, series = {Medicine}, volume = {99}, journal = {Medicine}, number = {32}, publisher = {Lippincott}, doi = {10.1097/MD.0000000000021686}, pages = {1 -- 6}, abstract = {Inflammatory bowel disease is associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer. The study aims to identify the risk factors for ulcerative colitis-colorectal cancer and to perform a survival curve analysis of the outcome. This retrospective cohort study included 254 patients from March 2016 to October 2017. Age, age at diagnosis, follow-up time, smoking status, and family history of colorectal cancer were analyzed as risk factors for colorectal cancer. The mean patient age was 46.6 +/- 16.9 years; 5.5\% of the patients were smokers and 49.6\% had pancolitis. Six patients (2.36\%) had colorectal cancer, which was associated with age at diagnosis (odds/hazard ratio 1.059 [95\% confidence interval: 1.001-1.121];P = .04), family history of colorectal cancer (12.992 [1.611-104.7];P = .02), and follow-up time (0.665 [0.513-0.864];P = .002). Active smoking was the main identified risk factor, after both logistic (8.477 [1.350-53.232];P = .02) and Cox proportional-hazards (32.484 [2.465-428.1];P = .008) regression analysis. The risk of colorectal cancer was 3.17\% at 10 years and 4.26\% at 20 years of follow-up. Active smoking and family history were identified as risk factors for colorectal cancer. These findings should aid the early identification of patients who require vigorous surveillance, and prevent exposure to risk factors.}, language = {en} } @article{DeNiklasBrianetal., author = {De, Sangita and Niklas, Michael and Brian, Rooney and Mottok, J{\"u}rgen and Brada, Premek}, title = {Semantic Mapping of Component Framework Interface Ontologies for Interoperability of Vehicle Applications}, series = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {170}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, number = {2}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2020.03.151}, pages = {813 -- 818}, abstract = {Over the past few years, ontology merging, and ontology semantic alignment has gained significant interest as research topics in automotive application domain for finding solutions to semantic data heterogeneity. To accomplish the complex and novel vehicle service requirements such as autonomous driving, V2X (Vehicle-to-Vehicle communication), etc. the automotive applications involve collaborations of several platform-specific data from heterogeneous enterprises component frameworks and consequently there has been increase in data interoperability issues. At the application component level, data interoperability relies on the semantic alignment or mapping between the various component framework interfaces data models represented as XML schemas (XSD). With the XML schemas being the preferred standard for the interface description exchange between most of the automotive application domain components, however, the data interoperability between the semantically equivalent but structurally different data constructs of multiple heterogeneous XSDs stands as a challenge in the absence of an ontology-based approach. To confront this crucial requirement for data interoperability and to increase in effect the reuse of existing components through their interfaces, we propose an approach to semantically map the various component framework interface data models when expressed as ontology schemas, based on the exploration of semantic synergies. The transformation between XSD and RDF (Resource Description Framework) schema representations and the use of queries over the ontology schemas for semantic mapping are demonstrated including a real-world case study.}, language = {en} } @article{RoggeBaurBlettneretal., author = {Rogge, Alize A. and Baur, Isabel and Blettner, Gabriele and Holtkamp, Ulrike and Horneber, Markus and Jahn, Patrick and Joos, Stefanie and Keberle, Silva and Kettelgerdes, Anita and Klemperer, David and Laengler, Alfred and Voiss, Petra and Weis, Joachim and Witt, Claudia M.}, title = {Defining Criteria for Guiding Cancer Patients to Find a Reputable Complementary Medicine Provider}, series = {Patient Preference and Adherence}, volume = {14}, journal = {Patient Preference and Adherence}, publisher = {DOVE MEDICAL PRESS}, doi = {10.2147/PPA.S230705}, pages = {747 -- 755}, abstract = {Purpose: Even in cases of positive evidence for complementary medicine (CM) therapies, it is still difficult for cancer patients to identify reputable providers. The aim of this study was to develop and evaluate a criteria list to provide guidance to cancer patients seeking a reputable CM provider. Methods: The design combined a literature review, an expert consensus procedure (n=15) and an assessment from three stakeholder perspectives (patients (n=18), CM providers (n=26) and oncology physicians (n=20)). Results: A total of 30 existing CM criteria were extracted from the literature, and 12 more were added by the experts. The main challenge was to define criteria that could easily be applied by the patients. A final comprehensive list of 8 criteria guiding cancer patients to find a reputable CM provider was developed. Conclusion: Health professionals and cancer information services might find the criteria list helpful when aiming to strengthen patients' awareness of quality-related factors associated with CM providers. The criteria developed might be helpful when standards are established for quality assurance in CM in oncology.}, language = {en} } @article{PrantlEigenbergerGehmertetal., author = {Prantl, Lukas and Eigenberger, Andreas and Gehmert, Sebastian and Haerteis, Silke and Aung, Thiha and Rachel, Reinhard and Jung, Ernst Michael and Felthaus, Oliver}, title = {Enhanced Resorption of Liposomal Packed Vitamin C Monitored by Ultrasound}, series = {Journal of Clinical Medicine}, volume = {9}, journal = {Journal of Clinical Medicine}, number = {6}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/jcm9061616}, pages = {1 -- 12}, abstract = {Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for humans and is involved in a plethora of health-related functions. Several studies have shown a connection between vitamin C intake and an improved resistance to infections that involves the immune system. However, the body cannot store vitamin C and both the elevated oral intake, and the intravenous application have certain disadvantages. In this study, we wanted to show a new formulation for the liposomal packaging of vitamin C. Using freeze etching electron microscopy, we show the formed liposomes. With a novel approach of post-processing procedures of real-time sonography that combines enhancement effects by contrast-like ultrasound with a transducer, we wanted to demonstrate the elevated intestinal vitamin C resorption on four participants. With the method presented in this study, it is possible to make use of the liposomal packaging of vitamin C with simple household materials and equipment for intake elevation. For the first time, we show the enhanced resorption of ingested liposomes using microbubble enhanced ultrasound imaging.}, language = {en} } @article{HussStein, author = {Huss, Sorin A. and Stein, Oliver}, title = {A Novel Design Flow for a Security-Driven Synthesis of Side-Channel Hardened Cryptographic Modules}, series = {Journal of Low Power Electronics and Applications}, volume = {7}, journal = {Journal of Low Power Electronics and Applications}, number = {1}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, issn = {2079-9268}, doi = {10.3390/jlpea7010004}, pages = {20}, abstract = {Over the last few decades, computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools have been developed and improved in order to ensure a short time-to-market in the chip design business. Up to now, these design tools do not yet support an integrated design strategy for the development of side-channel-resistant hardware implementations. In order to close this gap, a novel framework named AMASIVE (Adaptable Modular Autonomous SIde-Channel Vulnerability Evaluator) was developed. It supports the designer in implementing devices hardened against power attacks by exploiting novel security-driven synthesis methods. The article at hand can be seen as the second of the two contributions that address the AMASIVE framework. While the first one describes how the framework automatically detects vulnerabilities against power attacks, the second one explains how a design can be hardened in an automatic way by means of appropriate countermeasures, which are tailored to the identified weaknesses. In addition to the theoretical introduction of the fundamental concepts, we demonstrate an application to the hardening of a complete hardware implementation of the block cipher PRESENT.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{BaumannBangaloreHirschberg, author = {Baumann, Timo and Bangalore, Srinivas and Hirschberg, Julia}, title = {Towards Simultaneous Interpreting: The Timing of Incremental Machine Translation and Speech Synthesis}, series = {Proceedings of the 11th International Workshop on Spoken Language Translation. Papers. Lake Tahoe, December 4th and 5th, 2014}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the 11th International Workshop on Spoken Language Translation. Papers. Lake Tahoe, December 4th and 5th, 2014}, editor = {Federico, Marcello and St{\"u}ker, Sebastian and Yvon, Fran{\c{c}}ois}, pages = {163 -- 168}, abstract = {In simultaneous interpreting, human experts incrementally construct and extend partial hypotheses about the source speaker's message, and start to verbalize a corresponding message in the target language, based on a partial translation - which may have to be corrected occasionally. They commence the target utterance in the hope that they will be able to finish understanding the source speaker's message and determine its translation in time for the unfolding delivery. Of course, both incremental understanding and translation by humans can be garden-pathed, although experts are able to optimize their delivery so as to balance the goals of minimal latency, translation quality and high speech fluency with few corrections. We investigate the temporal properties of both translation input and output to evaluate the tradeoff between low latency and translation quality. In addition, we estimate the improvements that can be gained with a tempo-elastic speech synthesizer.}, language = {en} } @article{MeyerSickendiekHusseinBaumann, author = {Meyer-Sickendiek, Burkhard and Hussein, Hussein and Baumann, Timo}, title = {Towards the Creation of a Poetry Translation Mapping System}, series = {Archives of Data Science, Series A}, volume = {5}, journal = {Archives of Data Science, Series A}, number = {1}, publisher = {Towards the Creation of a Poetry Translation Mapping System}, issn = {2363-9881}, doi = {10.5445/KSP/1000087327/21}, pages = {1 -- 15}, abstract = {The translation of poetry is a complex, multifaceted challenge: the translated text should communicate the same meaning, similar metaphoric expressions, and also match the style and prosody of the original poem. Research on machine poetry translation is existing since 2010, but for four reasons it is still rather insufficient: 1. The few approaches existing completely lack any knowledge about current developments in both lyric theory and translation theory. 2. They are based on very small datasets. 3. They mostly ignored the neural learning approach that superseded the long-standing dominance of phrase-based approaches within machine translation. 4. They have no concept concerning the pragmatic function of their research and the resulting tools. Our paper describes how to improve the existing research and technology for poetry translations in exactly these four points. With regards to 1) we will describe the "Poetics of Translation". With regards to 2) we will introduce the Worlds largest corpus for poetry translations from lyrikline. With regards to 3) we will describe first steps towards a neural machine translation of poetry. With regards to 4) we will describe first steps towards the development of a poetry translation mapping system.}, language = {en} } @article{WeberBorchseniusDistletal., author = {Weber, Felix and Borchsenius, Fredrik and Distl, Johann and Braun, Christian}, title = {Performance of Numerically Optimized Tuned Mass Damper with Inerter (TMDI)}, series = {Applied Sciences}, volume = {12}, journal = {Applied Sciences}, number = {12}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/app12126204}, pages = {1 -- 15}, abstract = {In recent years, the Tuned Mass Damper with inerter (TMDI) has received significant attention. The inerter is defined to exert a force that is in proportion to the relative acceleration of the two inerter terminals. Here, two TMDI topologies are investigated. The conventional topology is given by the inerter being in parallel to the spring and viscous damper of the TMDI. The other topology is the serial arrangement of spring, inerter and viscous damper being in parallel to the stiffness of the mass spring oscillator of the TMDI. While the first topology intends to increase the inertial force of the TMDI, the second topology aims at producing an additional degree of freedom. The considered TMDI concepts are simulated for harmonic and random excitations, with parameters set according to those described in the literature and with numerically optimized parameters which minimize the primary structure displacement response. The classical TMD is used as a benchmark. The findings are twofold. The conventional TMDI with typical inertance ratio of 1\% and the very small value of 0.02\% performs significantly worse than the classical TMD with the same mass ratio. In contrast, the TMDI with an additional degree of freedom can improve the mitigation of the primary structure if the inertance ratio is set very small and if the TMDI parameters are numerically optimized.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{BaumannMeyerSickendiek, author = {Baumann, Timo and Meyer-Sickendiek, Burkhard}, title = {Deep Learning meets Post-modern Poetry}, series = {TwinTalks 2020: Understanding and Facilitating Collaboration in Digital Humanities 2020, proceedings of the Twin Talks 2 and 3 workshops at DHN 2020 and DH 2020, Ottawa Canada and Riga Latvia, July 23 and October 20, 2020}, booktitle = {TwinTalks 2020: Understanding and Facilitating Collaboration in Digital Humanities 2020, proceedings of the Twin Talks 2 and 3 workshops at DHN 2020 and DH 2020, Ottawa Canada and Riga Latvia, July 23 and October 20, 2020}, editor = {Krauwer, Steven and Fišer, Darja}, publisher = {RWTH Aachen}, issn = {1613-0073}, pages = {30 -- 36}, abstract = {We summarize our project Rhythmicalizer in which we analyze a corpus of post-modern poetry in a combination of qualitative hermeneutical and computational methods, as we have run the project over the course of the past three years (and preparing it for some time before that). Interdisciplinary work is always challenging and we here focus on some of the highlights of our collaboration.}, language = {en} } @article{BayerstadlerBecquinBinderetal., author = {Bayerstadler, Andreas and Becquin, Guillaume and Binder, Julia and Botter, Thierry and Ehm, Hans and Ehmer, Thomas and Erdmann, Marvin and Gaus, Norbert and Harbach, Philipp and Hess, Maximilian and Klepsch, Johannes and Leib, Martin and Luber, Sebastian and Luckow, Andre and Mansky, Maximilian and Mauerer, Wolfgang and Neukart, Florian and Niedermeier, Christoph and Palackal, Lilly and Pfeiffer, Ruben and Polenz, Carsten and Sepulveda, Johanna and Sievers, Tammo and Standen, Brian and Streif, Michael and Strohm, Thomas and Utschig-Utschig, Clemens and Volz, Daniel and Weiss, Horst and Winter, Fabian}, title = {Industry quantum computing applications}, series = {EPJ Quantum Technology}, volume = {8}, journal = {EPJ Quantum Technology}, publisher = {Springer}, organization = {Springer}, doi = {10.1140/epjqt/s40507-021-00114-x}, pages = {1 -- 17}, abstract = {Quantum computing promises to overcome computational limitations with better and faster solutions for optimization, simulation, and machine learning problems. Europe and Germany are in the process of successfully establishing research and funding programs with the objective to dvance the technology's ecosystem and industrialization, thereby ensuring digital sovereignty, security, and competitiveness. Such an ecosystem comprises hardware/software solution providers, system integrators, and users from research institutions, start-ups, and industry. The vision of the Quantum Technology and Application Consortium (QUTAC) is to establish and advance the quantum computing ecosystem, supporting the ambitious goals of the German government and various research programs. QUTAC is comprised of ten members representing different industries, in particular automotive manufacturing, chemical and pharmaceutical production, insurance, and technology. In this paper, we survey the current state of quantum computing in these sectors as well as the aerospace industry and identify the contributions of QUTAC to the ecosystem. We propose an application-centric approach for the industrialization of the technology based on proven business impact. This paper identifies 24 different use cases. By formalizing high-value use cases into well-described reference problems and benchmarks, we will guide technological progress and eventually commercialization. Our results will be beneficial to all ecosystem participants, including suppliers, system integrators, software developers, users, policymakers, funding program managers, and investors.}, language = {en} } @article{PitFiskFreihautetal., author = {Pit, Sabrina and Fisk, Malcolm and Freihaut, Winona and Akintunde, Fashola and Aloko, Bamidele and Berge, Britta and Burmeister, Anne and Ciac{\^a}ru, Adriana and Deller, J{\"u}rgen and Dulmage, Rae and Han, Tae Hwa and Hao, Qiang and Honeyman, Peter and Huber, Peter C. and Linner, Thomas and Lundberg, Stefan and Nwamara, Mofoluwaso and Punpuing, Kamolpun and Schramm, Jennifer and Yamada, Hajime and Yap, Jason C. H.}, title = {COVID-19 and the ageing workforce: global perspectives on needs and solutions across 15 countries}, series = {International Journal for Equity in Health volume}, volume = {20}, journal = {International Journal for Equity in Health volume}, publisher = {Springer Nature}, doi = {10.1186/s12939-021-01552-w}, pages = {1 -- 22}, abstract = {BACKGROUND: COVID-19 has a direct impact on the employment of older people. This adds to the challenge of ageism. The World Health Organization has started a worldwide campaign to combat ageism and has called for more research and evidence-based strategies that have the potential to be scaled up. This study specifically aims to identify solutions to combat the adverse effects of COVID-19 on the global ageing workforce. METHODS: We present 15 case studies from different countries and report on what those countries are doing or not doing to address the impact of COVID-19 on ageing workers. RESULTS: We provide examples of how COVID-19 influences older people's ability to work and stay healthy, and offer case studies of what governments, organizations or individuals can do to help ensure older people can obtain, maintain and, potentially, expand their current work. Case studies come from Australia, Austria, Canada, China, Germany, Israel, Japan, Nigeria, Romania, Singapore, Sweden, South Korea, Thailand, United Kingdom (UK), and the United States (US). Across the countries, the impact of COVID-19 on older workers is shown as widening inequalities. A particular challenge has arisen because of a large proportion of older people, often with limited education and working in the informal sector within rural areas, e.g. in Nigeria, Thailand and China. Remedies to the particular disadvantage experienced by older workers in the context of COVID are presented. These range from funding support to encouraging business continuity, innovative product and service developments, community action, new business models and localized, national and international actions. The case studies can be seen as frequently fitting within strategies that have been proven to work in reducing ageism within the workplace. They include policy and laws that have increased benefits to workers during lockdowns (most countries); educational activities such as coaching seniorpreneurship (e,g, Australia); intergenerational contact interventions such as younger Thai people who moved back to rural areas and sharing their digital knowledge with older people and where older people reciprocate by teaching the younger people farming knowledge. CONCLUSION: Global sharing of this knowledge among international, national and local governments and organizations, businesses, policy makers and health and human resources experts will further understanding of the issues that are faced by older workers. This will facilitate the replication or scalability of solutions as called for in the WHO call to combat ageism in 2021. We suggest that policy makers, business owners, researchers and international organisations build on the case studies by investing in evidence-based strategies to create inclusive workplaces. Such action will thus help to challenge ageism, reduce inequity, improve business continuity and add to the quality of life of older workers.}, language = {en} } @article{GoeppelFrikelHaltmeier, author = {G{\"o}ppel, Simon and Frikel, J{\"u}rgen and Haltmeier, Markus}, title = {Feature Reconstruction from Incomplete Tomographic Data without Detour}, series = {Mathematics}, volume = {10}, journal = {Mathematics}, number = {8}, publisher = {MDPI}, doi = {10.3390/math10081318}, abstract = {In this paper, we consider the problem of feature reconstruction from incomplete X-ray CT data. Such incomplete data problems occur when the number of measured X-rays is restricted either due to limit radiation exposure or due to practical constraints, making the detection of certain rays challenging. Since image reconstruction from incomplete data is a severely ill-posed (unstable) problem, the reconstructed images may suffer from characteristic artefacts or missing features, thus significantly complicating subsequent image processing tasks (e.g., edge detection or segmentation). In this paper, we introduce a framework for the robust reconstruction of convolutional image features directly from CT data without the need of computing a reconstructed image first. Within our framework, we use non-linear variational regularization methods that can be adapted to a variety of feature reconstruction tasks and to several limited data situations. The proposed variational regularization method minimizes an energy functional being the sum of a feature dependent datafitting term and an additional penalty accounting for specific properties of the features. In our numerical experiments, we consider instances of edge reconstructions from angular under-sampled data and show that our approach is able to reliably reconstruct feature maps in this case.}, language = {en} } @article{ChristBrechtMauereretal., author = {Christ, Andreas and Brecht, Benjamin and Mauerer, Wolfgang and Silberhorn, Christine}, title = {Theory of quantum frequency conversion and type-II parametric down-conversion in the high-gain regime}, series = {New Journal of Physics}, volume = {15}, journal = {New Journal of Physics}, number = {5}, publisher = {IOP}, doi = {10.1088/1367-2630/15/5/053038}, abstract = {Frequency conversion (FC) and type-II parametric down-conversion (PDC) processes serve as basic building blocks for the implementation of quantum optical experiments: type-II PDC enables the efficient creation of quantum states such as photon-number states and Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen (EPR)-states. FC gives rise to technologies enabling efficient atom-photon coupling, ultrafast pulse gates and enhanced detection schemes. However, despite their widespread deployment, their theoretical treatment remains challenging. Especially the multi-photon components in the high-gain regime as well as the explicit time-dependence of the involved Hamiltonians hamper an efficient theoretical description of these nonlinear optical processes. In this paper, we investigate these effects and put forward two models that enable a full description of FC and type-II PDC in the high-gain regime. We present a rigorous numerical model relying on the solution of coupled integro-differential equations that covers the complete dynamics of the process. As an alternative, we develop a simplified model that, at the expense of neglecting time-ordering effects, enables an analytical solution. While the simplified model approximates the correct solution with high fidelity in a broad parameter range, sufficient for many experimental situations, such as FC with low efficiency, entangled photon-pair generation and the heralding of single photons from type-II PDC, our investigations reveal that the rigorous model predicts a decreased performance for FC processes in quantum pulse gate applications and an enhanced EPR-state generation rate during type-II PDC, when EPR squeezing values above 12 dB are considered.}, language = {en} }