@article{BringoutErbFrikel, author = {Bringout, Ga{\"e}l and Erb, Wolfgang and Frikel, J{\"u}rgen}, title = {A new 3D model for Magnetic Particle Imaging using realistic magnetic field topologies for algebraic reconstruction}, series = {Inverse Problems}, volume = {36}, journal = {Inverse Problems}, number = {12}, publisher = {IOP Publishing}, doi = {10.1088/1361-6420/abb446}, abstract = {We derive a new 3D model for magnetic particle imaging (MPI) that is able to incorporate realistic magnetic fields in the reconstruction process. In real MPI scanners, the generated magnetic fields have distortions that lead to deformed magnetic low-field volumes with the shapes of ellipsoids or bananas instead of ideal field-free points (FFP) or lines (FFL), respectively. Most of the common model-based reconstruction schemes in MPI use however the idealized assumption of an ideal FFP or FFL topology and, thus, generate artifacts in the reconstruction. Our model-based approach is able to deal with these distortions and can generally be applied to dynamic magnetic fields that are approximately parallel to their velocity field. We show how this new 3D model can be discretized and inverted algebraically in order to recover the magnetic particle concentration. To model and describe the magnetic fields, we use decompositions of the fields in spherical harmonics. We complement the description of the new model with several simulations and experiments, exploring the effects of magnetic fields distortion and reconstruction parameters on the reconstruction.}, 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{ChatzitakisDawoud, author = {Chatzitakis, Paris and Dawoud, Belal}, title = {An alternative approach towards absorption heat pump working pair screening}, series = {Renewable Energy}, volume = {110}, journal = {Renewable Energy}, publisher = {Pergamon-Elsevier}, organization = {PERGAMON-ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD}, doi = {10.1016/j.renene.2016.08.014}, pages = {47 -- 58}, abstract = {The successful market penetration of modern absorption heat pumps (AHP) today is critically dependent on their thermodynamic performance as well as other key factors like cost, reliability and inherent safety. Conventional AHPs have a proven record in the first two aspects but crucial shortcomings in the last two. For this reason it has been imperative to search for alternative working pairs that could potentially provide comparable performance while also satisfying the rest of the conditions to the best extent possible. As part of a systematic approach towards this direction, a detailed cycle analysis was performed, utilizing an idealized AHP system containing a real working pair, which enabled the identification of five dimensionless parameters and key thermophysical properties that influence the system's thermodynamic efficiency and the circulation ratio. In order to validate those findings, these parameters were calculated and compared between conventional and alternative AHP refrigerants. It turned out that low molecular weight ratios between absorbent and refrigerant have a beneficial effect on both coefficient of performance and the circulation ratio. Furthermore, both the refrigerant acentric factor and the absorbent vaporization enthalpy shall be minimized to obtain better performance. (C) 2016 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.}, language = {en} } @article{OstermeierMottokKnorretal., author = {Ostermeier, Daniel and Mottok, J{\"u}rgen and Knorr, Christine and Huber, Michael}, title = {Competence Atlas for Save and Green Road Vehicles in the Electro Mobility Cluster Regensburg}, series = {Applied Research Conference 2012 (ARC 2012) 25./26. June 2012, Nuremberg}, journal = {Applied Research Conference 2012 (ARC 2012) 25./26. June 2012, Nuremberg}, editor = {Mottok, J{\"u}rgen and Ziemann, Olaf}, pages = {86 -- 92}, language = {en} } @article{KeimParedesNonnetal., author = {Keim, Vincent and Paredes, Marcelo and Nonn, Aida and M{\"u}nstermann, Sebastian}, title = {FSI-simulation of ductile fracture propagation and arrest in pipelines}, series = {International Journal of Pressure Vessels and Piping}, volume = {182}, journal = {International Journal of Pressure Vessels and Piping}, number = {May}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.1016/j.ijpvp.2020.104067}, abstract = {The fracture propagation and arrest control for pipelines transporting rich natural gases and high vapor pressure liquids is based on the Battelle Two-Curve Model (BTCM). Distinct limitations of this model were demonstrated for past and modern steels and gas mixtures. These can be related to the insufficient description of individual physical processes and interactions between the pipe material and transported mixture during the running ductile fracture. In the past, fluid-structure interaction (FSI) models enabled a more sophisticated, coupled analysis of the failure scenario. To quantify their capability of describing the multi-physical processes, the FSI models need to be verified by experimental data from full-scale burst tests (FSBT). Therefore, this paper deals with the simulation of five FSBTs from the literature on API grade X65 pipes with different pipe geometries, mixtures and initial conditions. The FSI is modeled by the coupled Euler-Lagrange (CEL) method. The modified Mohr-Coulomb (MMC) model is implemented in the CEL framework to describe the deformation and ductile fracture in the X65/L450 pipes. 3D Euler equations are used to calculate the mixture decompression with the GERG-2008 equation of state defining the volumetric behavior of a CO2-rich mixture, CH4 and H2. The extended model considers the effect of soil backfill on the pipe deformation and inertia. The numerical predictions agree well with the experimental findings in terms of the crack propagation speed and arrest length underlining the capability of the developed numerical tool.}, subject = {Bruchmechanik}, language = {en} } @article{AndersBriemNovaketal., author = {Anders, M. and Briem, Ulrich and Novak, G. and Steinbach, G.}, title = {Inspektionsintervalle im Blick}, series = {Technische Logistik}, journal = {Technische Logistik}, publisher = {Huss-Medien}, address = {Berlin}, pages = {14 -- 17}, language = {de} } @article{ChenZhangSongetal., author = {Chen, Rui and Zhang, Zhuo and Song, Ruizhou and Fang, Cheng and Sindersberger, Dirk and Monkman, Gareth J. and Guo, Jianglong}, title = {Time-dependent electroadhesive force degradation}, series = {Smart Materials and Structures}, volume = {29}, journal = {Smart Materials and Structures}, number = {5}, publisher = {IOP Publishing}, doi = {10.1088/1361-665X/ab79b5}, abstract = {This paper concerns a comprehensive investigation of time-dependent electroadhesion (EA) force degradation. EA shear force tests on different object materials (a PET, glass, ABS, and wood plate) have shown that force degradation was dominated by residual polarization charges trapped in the EA pad dielectric rather than in the substrate dielectric from which the object to be prehended is made. In order to explain this dynamic physical phenomenon, a model of dielectric polarization and depolarization has been proposed. According to the derived relationship between EA force and discharge time, three different methods intended to mitigate this problem has been compared: (1) the natural discharge method, (2) the high voltage resistor discharge method, and (3) the discharge prior to field polarity reversal method. These methods are useful for generating repeatable and stable EA forces, which are required for the characterization of EA pads and their subsequent employment in material handling, mobile robot crawling and climbing tasks.}, language = {en} } @article{ChatzitakisSafarovOpferkuchetal., author = {Chatzitakis, Paris and Safarov, Javid and Opferkuch, Frank and Dawoud, Belal and Hassel, Egon}, title = {Vapor pressures and activity coefficients of 2,2,2-trifluoroethanol in binary mixtures with 1,3-dimethyl-2-imidazolidinone and 2-pyrrolidone}, series = {Journal of Molecular Liquids}, volume = {305}, journal = {Journal of Molecular Liquids}, number = {May}, publisher = {Elsevier}, issn = {0167-7322}, doi = {10.1016/j.molliq.2020.112828}, abstract = {The vapor pressures of two binary mixtures containing 2-trifluoroethanol (TFE) + 1,3-dimethyl-2-imidazolidinone (DMI) and TFE + 2-pyrrolidone (PYR), were investigated at temperatures T = (274.15 to 423.15) K using two different static method installations. Both combinations were modelled using an extended Clausius-Clapeyron equation with concentration dependent parameters and the NRTL equation with temperature dependent parameters. The best fit was obtained using the NRTL equation.}, language = {en} } @article{Briem, author = {Briem, Ulrich}, title = {Die neue VDI 2500 : Faserseilwissen kompakt}, series = {Logistik f{\"u}r Unternehmen}, journal = {Logistik f{\"u}r Unternehmen}, number = {11-12}, pages = {36 -- 37}, abstract = {Die Richtlinie VDI 2500 „Faserseile" hat 1990 erstmals zusammenfassend den Stand der Technik auf dem Gebiet der Faserseile dargestellt und wertvolle Infor-mationen {\"u}ber Aufbau, Auswahl, Konfek-tionierung und {\"U}berwachung von Faser-seilen gegeben. Die jetzt erscheinende zweite Auflage enth{\"a}lt eine Vielzahl wichtiger technischer Neuerungen f{\"u}r die Praxis. Zu nennen sind hier die hochfesten Fasern und deren Beschichtung sowie die erstmals systematisch aufgef{\"u}hrten Sei-lendverbindungen und ein Ausblick auf die zuk{\"u}nftig bedeutsamen sogenannten Hybridseile. Eine Checkliste hilft bei der richtigen Auswahl und Bemessung von Faserseilen. Bei den Normen wurde - soweit m{\"o}glich - auf europ{\"a}ische Normen verwiesen.}, language = {de} } @article{Briem, author = {Briem, Ulrich}, title = {Umlaufbiegewechselzahl von verdichteten Seildr{\"a}hten}, series = {Draht}, journal = {Draht}, number = {6}, pages = {14 -- 15}, language = {de} } @article{Briem, author = {Briem, Ulrich}, title = {Biegesteifigkeit von Drahtseilen}, series = {Technische Logistik}, journal = {Technische Logistik}, number = {11-12}, publisher = {Huss-Medien}, address = {Berlin}, pages = {24 -- 25}, language = {de} } @article{GeilfussDawoud, author = {Geilfuß, Kristina and Dawoud, Belal}, title = {Analytical investigation of a zeolite-NaY-water adsorption heat and cold storage and its integration into a steam power process}, series = {Energy}, volume = {195}, journal = {Energy}, number = {March}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.1016/j.energy.2020.116977}, abstract = {tabilizing the effects of greenhouse gas emissions on the atmosphere is a key step towards solving the global climate change problems. Storage technologies play an essential role in compensating the discrepancy between surplus energy and peak times. Sorption processes, in particular, offer an environment friendly way for almost loss-free heat (of adsorption or absorption) and cold storage. This work is dedicated first to analytically investigate the potential of applying NaY-Water/Zeolite as a working pair for heat and cold storage upon utilizing high temperature heat. It turned out that, the mass of the adsorber heat exchanger increases the useful specific heat stored from 229 kWh/tzeolite for the ideal storage to 538 kWh/tzeolite or even higher depending on the thermal capacity of the adsorber heat exchanger (AdsHX). Contrary to that trend, COP will decrease with increasing the thermal capacity of the AdsHX. Sensible heat losses between charging and discharging phases do have a negative effect on both stored heating capacity and COP. In addition, an innovative hybrid steam power cum adsorption storage process is introduced and analytically investigated at different ambient conditions and time scenarios for on-peak and off-peak durations over the day. The introduced hybrid process seems quite promising in achieving electrical power production and efficiency enhancements during peak load durations. The extent of enhancing both performance indicators increases with increasing the ambient temperature difference between peak and off-peak times.}, 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{SchmidtStraubSindersbergeretal., author = {Schmidt, Henrik and Straub, Benedikt B. and Sindersberger, Dirk and Br{\"o}ckel, Ulrich and Monkman, Gareth J. and Auernhammer, G{\"u}nter}, title = {Collision and separation of nickel particles embedded in a Poly dimethylsiloxan matrix under a rotating magnetic field: A strong magneto active function}, series = {Colloid and Polymer Science}, volume = {299}, journal = {Colloid and Polymer Science}, publisher = {Springer}, doi = {10.1007/s00396-020-04784-4}, pages = {955 -- 967}, abstract = {In order to function as soft actuators, depending on their field of use, magnetorheological elastomers (MREs) must fulfill certain criteria. To name just a few, these can include rapid response to external magnetic fields, mechanical durability, mechanical strength, and/or large deformation. Of particular interest are MREs which produce macroscopic deformation for small external magnetic field variations. This work demonstrates how this can be achieved by just a small change in magnetic field orientation. To achieve this, (super)paramagnetic nickel particles of size ≈ 160 μm were embedded in a non-magnetic polydimethylsiloxan (PDMS) (661-1301 Pa) and their displacement in a stepwise rotated magnetic field (170 mT) recorded using a video microscope. Changes in particle aggregation resulting from very small variations in magnetic field orientation led to the observation of a new strongly magneto-active effect. This configuration is characterized by an interparticle distance in relation to the angle difference between magnetic field and particle axis. This causes a strong matrix deformation which in turn demonstrates hysteresis on relaxation. It is shown that the occurrence strongly depends on the particle size, particle distance, and stiffness of the matrix. Choosing the correct parameter combination, the state can be suppressed and the particle-matrix system demonstrates no displacement or hysteresis. In addition, evidences of non-negligible higher order magnetization effects are experimentally ascertained which is qualitatively in agreement with similar, already theoretically described, particle systems. Even at larger particle geometries, the new strongly magneto-active configuration is preserved and could create macroscopic deformation changes.}, 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} } @article{RillBauerTopcagic, author = {Rill, Georg and Bauer, Florian and Topcagic, Edin}, title = {Performance of leaf spring suspended axles in model approaches of different complexities}, series = {Vehicle System Dynamics}, volume = {60}, journal = {Vehicle System Dynamics}, number = {8}, publisher = {Taylor\&Francis}, doi = {10.1080/00423114.2021.1928249}, pages = {2871 -- 2889}, abstract = {Axles with leaf spring suspension systems are still a popular choice in many commercial vehicles. However, leaf springs are not in perfect conformity to standard multibody vehicle models because they combine guidance and suspension in one single element. Combining standard multibody vehicle models with sophisticated finite element leaf spring models results in rather complex and computing time-consuming solutions. Purely kinematic models, defined by lookup tables or the design kinematics approach, cover only some but not all features of the leaf spring suspension. As shown here, the five-link model, which incorporates a quasi-static solution of the leaf spring compliance, provides a very practical model. It is comparatively lean and provides results of sufficient accuracy in the whole application range.}, language = {en} } @article{KeinerRamBarbosaetal., author = {Keiner, Dominik and Ram, Manish and Barbosa, Larissa de Souza Noel Simas and Bogdanov, Dmitrii and Breyer, Christian}, title = {Cost optimal self-consumption of PV prosumers with stationary batteries, heat pumps, thermal energy storage and electric vehicles across the world up to 2050}, series = {Solar Energy}, volume = {185}, journal = {Solar Energy}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.1016/j.solener.2019.04.081}, pages = {406 -- 423}, abstract = {Globally, PV prosumers account for a significant share of the total installed solar PV capacity, which is a growing trend with ever-increasing retail electricity prices. Further propelled by performance improvements of solar PV and innovations that allow for greater consumer choice, with additional benefits such as cost reductions and availability of incentives. PV prosumers may be one of the most important enablers of the energy transition. PV prosumers are set to gain the most by maximising self-consumption, while avoiding large amounts of excess electricity being fed into the grid. Additionally, electricity and heat storage technologies, heat pumps and battery electric vehicles are complementary to achieve the highest possible self-consumption shares for residential PV prosumer systems, which can reach grid-parity within this decade in most regions of the world. This research finds the cost optimal mix of the various complementary technologies such as batteries, electric vehicles, heat pumps and thermal heat storage for PV prosumers across the world by exploring 4 different scenarios. Furthermore, the research presents the threshold for economical maximum battery capacity per installed PV capacity, along with self-consumption ratios, demand cover ratios and heat cover ratios for 145 different regions across the world. This is a first of its kind study to conduct a global analysis of PV prosumers with a range of options to meet their complete energy demand from a future perspective, up to 2050. Maximising self-consumption from solar PV generation to meet all energy needs will be the most economical option in the future, for households across most regions of the world.}, language = {en} } @article{KahlKrauseHackenbergetal., author = {Kahl, Matthias and Krause, Veronika and Hackenberg, Rudolf and Ul Haq, Anwar and Horn, Anton and Jacobsen, Hans-Arno and Kriechbaumer, Thomas and Petzenhauser, Michael and Shamonin (Chamonine), Mikhail and Udalzow, Anton}, title = {Measurement system and dataset for in-depth analysis of appliance energy consumption in industrial environment}, series = {tm - Technisches Messen}, volume = {86}, journal = {tm - Technisches Messen}, number = {1}, publisher = {De Gruyter}, doi = {10.1515/teme-2018-0038}, pages = {1 -- 13}, abstract = {To support a rational and efficient use of electrical energy in residential and industrial environments, Non-Intrusive Load Monitoring (NILM) provides several techniques to identify state and power consumption profiles of connected appliances. Design requirements for such systems include a low hardware and installations costs for residential, reliability and high-availability for industrial purposes, while keeping invasive interventions into the electrical infrastructure to a minimum. This work introduces a reference hardware setup that allows an in depth analysis of electrical energy consumption in industrial environments. To identify appliances and their consumption profile, appropriate identification algorithms are developed by the NILM community. To enable an evaluation of these algorithms on industrial appliances, we introduce the Laboratory-measured IndustriaL Appliance Characteristics (LILAC) dataset: 1302 measurements from one, two, and three concurrently running appliances of 15 appliance types, measured with the introduced testbed. To allow in-depth appliance consumption analysis, measurements were carried out with a sampling rate of 50 kHz and 16-bit amplitude resolution for voltage and current signals. We show in experiments that signal signatures, contained in the measurement data, allows one to distinguish the single measured electrical appliances with a baseline machine learning approach of nearly 100\% accuracy.}, language = {en} } @article{MikhaeilGadererDawoud, author = {Mikhaeil, Makram and Gaderer, Matthias and Dawoud, Belal}, title = {On the application of adsorber plate heat exchangers in thermally driven chillers}, series = {Applied Thermal Engineering}, volume = {220}, journal = {Applied Thermal Engineering}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2022.119713}, abstract = {The effect of both heat and mass transfer characteristic lengths (HTCL, MTCL) of two different adsorber plate heat exchangers (APHE), for application in an adsorption chiller, on the adsorption and desorption kinetics is investigated. Three representative test frames (TF1-TF3) are prepared to examine small-scale adsorbent samples of the microporous silica gel (Siogel of Oker-Chemie, Germany) applying the volumetric large-temperature-jump methodology at different operating conditions. Based on the obtained kinetic data, an analytical model has been developed to predict the specific cooling power (SCP) and the coefficient of performance (COP) of a single-bed adsorption chiller comprising the studied APHEs. It turned out that, within the tested range of HTCL and MTCL, it can be concluded that, the adsorption kinetics are mainly influenced by the MTCL, while the desorption kinetics are dominated by the HTCL of the adsorbent domain. Applying Siogel as loose pellets inside a newly introduced APHE results in of 423.3 and 182.7 W⋅kg-1, at the evaporator temperatures of 15 °C and 5 °C, respectively. Herein, the condenser and adsorber-end temperatures amount to 30 °C and the desorption-end temperature to 90 °C. The corresponding s amount to 0.50 and 0.40, respectively, which represent quite promising results for further design optimizations.}, 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{SykoraHolickyJungetal., author = {S{\´y}kora, Miroslav and Holicky, Milan and Jung, Karel and Diamantidis, Dimitris}, title = {Human safety criteria for risk-based structural design}, series = {International Journal of Safety and Security Engineering}, volume = {8}, journal = {International Journal of Safety and Security Engineering}, number = {2}, publisher = {WIT Press}, doi = {10.2495/SAFE-V8-N2-287-298}, pages = {287 -- 298}, abstract = {Risk and reliability criteria are well established in many industrial sectors such as the offshore, chemi- cal or nuclear industries. Comparative risk thresholds have been specified to allow a responsible organization or regulator to identify activities, which impose an acceptable level of risk concerning the participating individuals, or society as a whole. The scope of this contribution is to present target reliability criteria based on acceptable human safety levels. Application of theoretical principles is illustrated by examples of railway engineering structures. Initially it is shown how civil engineering structures for which human safety criteria play a role are classified according to Eurocodes. Examples include bridges, tunnels or station buildings. The general concepts for risk acceptance are then briefly reviewed, particularly in their relation to the target reliability criteria. The distinction between the two types of criteria is made: group risk and the acceptance criterion based on the Life Quality Index LQI approach introduced by ISO 2394:2015. The differences between the criteria for new and existing structures are discussed. The application is illustrated by an example of a bridge crossing an important railway line. It appears that while benefits and costs of a private stakeholder or public authority are reflected by economic optimisation, the society should define the limits for human safety to achieve uniform risks for various daily-life activities and across different industrial sectors. Keywords: group risk, human safety, individual risk, Life Quality Index, railway, risk acceptance, structure, target reliability}, 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} }