Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Quantitative disassembly evaluation

To provide a scientific basis for the design for disassembly (DFD), a quantitative evaluation of the disassemblability should be conducted independently of the actual disassembly tasks. In the paper we propose a new approach for the evaluation of disassemblability by introducing two parameters which describe the disassemblability quantitatively: (1) energy for disassembly, and (2) entropy for disassembly. To demonstrate the applicability of the disassemblability parameters, six personal computers were disassembled. The net disassembly time is correlated to the disassembly energy, while the difference between the total disassembly time and net disassembly time are explained by the disassembly entropies.
Structural and optoelectronic properties of sprayed Sb:SnO2 thin films: Effects of substrate temperature and nozzle-to-substrate distance

The influence of substrate temperature and nozzle-to-substrate distance (NSD) on the structural, morphological, optical and electrical properties of Sb:SnO2 thin films prepared by chemical spray pyrolysis has been analyzed. The structural, morphological, optical and electrical properties were characterized by using XRD, SEM, UV-visible spectrophotometry and Hall effect measurement techniques. It was seen that the films are polycrystalline, having a tetragonal crystal structure with strong orientation along the (200) reflection. The pyramidal crystallites formed due to coalescence were observed from SEM images. The values of highest conductivity, optical transmittance and figure of merit of about 1449(Ω·cm)−1, 70 %and 5.2 × 10−3 □/Ω, respectively, were observed for a typical film deposited using optimal conditions (substrate temperature = 500 °C and NSD = 30 cm).
Rapid prototyping and art

This article is a summary of the session topic “Art and rapid prototyping” that was part of this online conference called The Future of Rapid Prototyping. The author discusses general topics covered in the conference and elaborates on the potential for collaboration between science and art, especially as it relates to rapid prototyping. There were no formal studies conducted – only observations on the speculative nature of rapid prototyping in art.
Discrete Element Modeling of Asphalt Concrete: Microfabric Approach

Micromechanical modeling has tremendous potential benefits in the field of asphalt technology for reducing or eliminating costly tests to characterize asphalt-aggregate mixtures for the design and control of flexible pavement structures and materials. In time, these models could provide a crucial missing link for the development of true performance-related specifications for hot-mix asphalt. A microfabric discrete element modeling (MDEM) approach is presented for modeling asphalt concrete microstructure. The technique is a straightforward extension of a traditional discrete element modeling (DEM) analysis, in which various material phases (e.g., aggregates, mastic) are modeled with clusters of very small, discrete elements. The MDEM approach has all the benefits of traditional DEM (e.g., the ability to handle complex, changing contact geometries and the suitability for modeling large displacements and crack propagation). These models also allow for the simulation of specimen assembly (e.g., laboratory compaction of the asphalt mixture). By modeling inclusions such as aggregates with a “mesh” of small, discrete elements, it is also possible for one to model complex aggregate shapes and the propagation of cracks around or through aggregates during a strength test. A commercially available DEM package was used to demonstrate the usefulness of the MDEM approach. A method was also presented to obtain the properties of the matrix material in an asphalt mixture, which is typically difficult to determine experimentally. This study was limited to two-dimensional analysis techniques and involved the simulation of small test specimens. Follow-up studies involving larger specimen models and three-dimensional modeling capabilities are under way.
Félix

Joint inference via cycles through operators Validation: Felix achieves higher efficiency and quality than monolithic Method: Run Felix, Tuffy, and Alchemy on MLN programs for IE Three tasks: NFL winner-loser, DBLife affiliations, Enron person-phone  Baseline extractors: CRF, DBLife Cimple, IBM SystemT Two MLNs each task: P0 without coref subtask; P1 with coref Results: Alchemy crashed on all MLN programs Tuffy crashed on P1 of NFL and DBLife  Felix scales and achieves best quality Quality: P1 > P0 > baselines Conclusion Felix achieves higher efficiency and quality by running specialized algorithms for well-studied subtasks buried in MLN programs Future Work More specialized subtasks/algorithms, e.g. Cuts More optimization in data movement More systematic recognition/planning  Efficient weight learning in Felix (for feedback between operators)
The progress of photonic sensor development to measure the RF electric and magnetic fields

A new series of RF electric and magnetic field photonic sensors have being developed at the Center for Measurement Standards (CMS) of the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) in Taiwan. The aim of this research project is to develop affordable optical electro-magnetic field sensors (OEFS and OMFS) for EMC measurement and monitoring purposes. Here we report for the first time the performance of these sensors.
Co-Integration Theory-Based Study on Environmental Kuznets Curve of Land Use Change Carbon Emission in Shenzhen

The carbon emission caused by land use change is a human carbon source only second to fossil fuel combustion, the urbanization process in China is extremely intensified, which carbon emissions effect caused by land use change becomes a key factor to influence China's target of carbon emission reduction. Taken Shenzhen city as a typical case, this study utilizes unit root and co-integration test method to research existence of carbon emissions EKC (Environmental Kuznets Curve) in Shenzhen on the basis of the carbon emissions EKC theory and land-use carbon emissions data of 1979-2010 years, in combination with the existing research foundation. The result proves that, the carbon emission EKC per capita exists in Shenzhen, and the inflection point time of carbon emissions per capita is also calculated for Shenzhen city, which provides new research ideas and scientific guidance for urban carbon emission reduction in China.
Exposure of Bicyclists to Air Pollution in Seattle, Washington

The increase in urban bicycling facilities, raises public health concerns for potential exposure of bicyclists to traffic emissions. For an assessment of bicyclists' exposure to local traffic emissions, a hybrid approach is presented; it combines personal monitoring and a land use regression (LUR) model. Black carbon, a proxy variable for traffic-related air pollution, was measured with an Aethalometer along the predesignated bicycle route in Seattle, Washington, for 10 days, during a.m. and p.m. peak hours (20 sampling campaigns). Descriptive statistics and three-dimensional pollution maps were used to explore temporal variations and to identify pollution hot spots. The LUR model was developed to quantify the influence of spatial covariates on black carbon concentrations along the designated route. The results indicated that the black carbon concentrations fluctuated throughout the sampling periods and showed statistically significant diurnal and monthly patterns. The hot spot analysis suggests that proximity to traffic and other physical environments have important impacts on bicyclists' exposure and demand further investigation on the localized effects of traffic emissions on exposure levels. The LUR model explains 46% of the variations in black carbon concentrations, and significant relationships are found with types of bicycle route facility, wind speed, length of truck routes, and transportation and utility land uses. This research is the first application of the LUR approach in quantifying bicyclists' exposure to air pollution in transport microenvironments. This study provides a rationale for encouraging municipalities to develop effective strategies to mitigate the health risks of exposure to local traffic emissions in complex urban bicycling environments.
Alignment of organizational level workload and maintenance manning in the United States Navy F/A-18C community

Abstract : This research was conducted to examine the balance of workload and manning in the F/A-18C community. Data shows that current application of the Navy Standard at sea workweek results in squadrons being overworked ashore during return and post-deployment months. This increase in workload is exacerbated by the fact that the Navy Standard at sea Workweek does not include leave. If all squadron maintenance personnel take their earned leave 3,930 days of labor predicted in the workweek must be performed by personnel not on leave. Data shows that squadron workload is not constant across the deployment cycle. Historical aircraft utilization rates suggest that projected utilization rates in the F/A-18C ROC/POE are accurate for their intended purpose. This should not, however, eliminate the use of historical aircraft utilization data in the manpower process. Squadrons could be more accurately manned at sea by using a percentage of projected aircraft utilization rates. Current alignment of workload and manning results in paying a premium for personnel deployed who do not support workload. Establishment of an operational tempo department to more accurately align workload and manning through funding of requirements is one possible solution to balancing workload and manning while supporting Navy personnel policies and initiatives.
Temperature oscillations in a silicon wafer under constant power of incoherent irradiation by heating lamps in a thermal chamber of RTP set up

In a silicon wafer, temperature oscillations observed in a thermal chamber of the rapid thermal annealing set up are investigated in the conditions corresponding to a bistable behavior of a wafer. Oscillations with a typical period near ~400 s are observed at temperatures corresponding to the unstable branch of the s-shaped transfer characteristic of the wafer. Temperature behavior of the wafer at the different regimes of heat exchange is analyzed and it is shown that the oscillations depend on the availability of the negative feedback between the wafer and water-cooled pedestal, through which the heat output is released from the wafer. Oscillation excitation mechanism in such a heat system is offered and the theoretic model of the oscillations is derived. Estimations of the oscillation period obtained by the use of the theoretical model fall in the range between 103 and 104 s.
CETL for employability: identifying and evaluating institutional impact

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore the aims, objectives and approach to change adopted by the e3i CETL for Employability at Sheffield Hallam University and illustrates the impact of change via three thematic case studies and an organising framework for understanding the locus of change with respect to work‐related learning: module curriculum and pedagogy (micro level), Faculty and Departmental strategies and operations, course design, structure and delivery (meso level), and institutional policies and processes (the macro level). These experiences are distilled to formulate recommendations for a modus operandi for those interested or involved with transforming higher education institutions (HEIs) to create a greater emphasis on and enhanced opportunities for students to engage with work‐related learning.Design – A case studies approach is utilised to illustrate the work of the CETL in practice and generate insights.Findings – Findings suggest that HEIs can successfully embrace the WRL agend.
Collecting and processing personal data : addressing data protection and privacy issues by design

The European Council has concluded in October 2013 that “It is important to foster the trust of citizens and businesses in the digital economy. The timely adoption of a strong EU General Data Protection framework and the Cyber-security Directive is essential for the completion of the Digital Single Market by 2015. ” This paper discusses the collection and processing of personal data in the context of the EU-funded ADMOS project whose aim is to detect in real time whether or not a person has noticed an advert and, if so, their profile in terms of gender and age. We review the issues and current legislation on the processing of personal data in the context of information systems, and how the project has incorporated a solution that fully satisfies current and proposed legislation on privacy.
Structure and agency in
 capabilities‐enhancing
 homeless services: Housing first, housing quality and consumer choice

Psychology Department, University of Limerick, Castletroy, Co., Limerick, Ireland Applied Psychology Research Center, ISPA University Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal Faculté de Médecine, AMU, Aix-Marseille University, Marseille, France Psychology Department, University of Padova, Padova, Italy Center for Social Care and Research, The Radboud University Medical Center (RUMC), Nijmegen, The Netherlands Institute of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences, Opolsky University, Opole, Poland Fresno Consulting, Madrid, Spain Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden FEANTSA (European Federation of National Organisations), Brussels, Belgium
Defense Acquisition Management for Systems-of-systems

Abstract : The Department of Defense (DoD) has placed a growing emphasis in recent years on the pursuit of agile capabilities via net-centric operations. Dramatic technological advancements in communications and sensing have generated opportunities for battlefield systems to exploit collaboration for multiple effects. In this setting, systems are expected and often required to interoperate along several dimensions. Yet, the manner in which these system-of-systems are acquired (designed, developed, tested and fielded) has not kept pace with the shifts in operational doctrine. Systems acquisition remains largely focused on requirements for individual operation, paying insufficient attention to the ability of systems to influence the variety of future ecosystems in which they may subsist. Further, acquisition programs have struggled with complexities in both program management and engineering design. This paper establishes an understanding and classification of underlying complexities in the acquisition of system-of-systems. It also provides a conceptual model that exposes the connectivity between systems and the impact of system heterogeneity and externalities on that connectivity throughout the acquisition lifecycle. Implementation of this model in an exploratory simulation is in progress. Its objective is to allow acquisition professionals to develop intuition for procuring and deploying system-of-systems, providing a venue for experimentation and exploration to develop insights that underpin successful acquisition of SoS-oriented defense capabilities.
Modified fast exact NLMS adaptive algorithm

A novel method for efficiently implementing the fast exact NLMS (FENLMS) algorithm is proposed. The method is based on partitioning the algorithm into an 'updating' part and a 'fixed' filtering part, leading to a uniform distribution and a significant reduction in the number of arithmetic operations within the block. Its application is illustrated on the basis of some simulation results dealing with the identification of an acoustic room impulse response. >
Prediction of wideband propagation characteristics of the millimeter-wave in the mobile radio environment

A prediction of the 54 GHz-band multipath propagation characteristics in typical urban and rural environments are clarified. The analysis depends on actual measured results. To analyze the propagation in an outdoor environment, the three dimensional model based on geometrical optics and the uniform geometrical theory of diffraction is employed. Prediction by the three dimensional ray tracing method needs a detailed map, which records locations and shapes of obstacles surrounding a transmitter and a receiver. The results are demonstrated and comparisons are made between the simulated results and the experimental data. Good agreement between the measured results and prediction is obtained.
A Novel Testing System of Welds in Tube Nodes Based on Ultrasonic Phased Array Technology

A novel automatic ultrasonic system used for the inspection of welds in T nodes is developed, in which a linear phased array transducer using electronic scan is adopted. This paper introduces the testing method of welds in T nodes, and the structure of the whole testing system. Optimization of array transducer has been also pursued based on a mathematical model of acoustic field for linear phased array. The experimental results have proved that the phased array transducer system had the same detectability as that of conventional ultrasonic transducer system, but the component part of the system can be simplified greatly, and the testing flexibility and the testing speed can be improved greatly. It provides an excellent base for the further research and development of the defect inspection of welds in TKY nodes.
The shift from belt conveyor line to work-cell based assembly systems to cope with increasing demand variation in Japanese industries

The increasing market turbulence has impelled leading manufacturers to search the development of alternative production systems supposed to enhance their responsiveness to the market. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the turnaround currently observed in some manufacturing industries in Japan, which are migrating to more human-centred production systems. The pattern of production organisation that has emerged from this trend has been called 'cell production system' and should not be confounded with cellular manufacturing system. This paper intends to elucidate the rationality behind the conversion into cell production approach and examines the major features of this production organisation pattern.
Discrimination of Storage Age for Wheat by E-Nose

An investigation was conducted to evaluate the capacity of an electronic nose (E-nose) to classify wheat based on storage age. The effects of vial volume, headspace generation time, and wheat sample mass were studied, and the optimum experimental procedure was determined using multifactor analysis of variance. The results showed that the headspace generation time and the mass of the wheat sample had an obvious effect on E-nose response; however, the volume of the vial had no significant effect on E-nose response. The optimum parameters are 500 mL vial volume, 1.5 h headspace generation time, and 50 g sample mass. The five wheat groups were discriminated completely by principal component analysis (PCA). However, samples from 2006 and 2005 were overlapped by linear discriminant analysis (LDA). The method of artificial neural network (ANN) was performed, and 85% of the testing set was classified correctly using a back-propagation neural network.
ADOPTING ENVIRONMENT RESPONSIVE STRATEGIES FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS: A PRESCRIPTIVE STUDY

Buildings around the world are known to be highly energy intensive through their life cycle consuming about 40% of the world’s primary energy supply. This is especially true for hospitality buildings, since they cannot compromise on the comfort conditions for the guests and have to ensure 24 h continuous energy and water supply. In urban areas, particularly with high-end tourist facilities, energy effi ciency measures are widely used. However, in case of remote natural areas with erratic supply of grid electricity, use of fossil fuels for backup power supply is common. Energy effi ciency measures are rare when the facility caters to budget tourists. In such cases, it is important to adopt environment-sensitive measures for the buildings so that their negative impact on nature and surrounding environment can be minimized. This paper discusses some of the strategies that can be easily integrated with existing buildings and also evaluates their economic feasibility for successful adoption. The case studies selected are typical two tourist lodges located in the coastal belt of West Bengal in India, popular for its beach tourism. Data collected on their energy and water consumption pattern have been recorded and case-specifi c adoption and integration of environmentally appropriate measures into the existing building forms have been identifi ed. While further evaluation of these has shown favorable environmental impact, the cost payback analysis had different results to share. It was found that fi nancial viability of some of
An Insight of Existing Research Methods towards Securing IoT Communication System

IoT is an advanced analytics system that incorporates physical devices, intelligent technologies, and internet services to provide automation services and cost-effective productivity. The IoT oriented framework offers effective control, stabilized execution, and translucent services when it is applied to any enterprise. However, IoT devices are at risk of many security threats because they communicate and operate smart device services over wide distributed networks (i.e., insecure Internet channels). Over the past few years, it has been witnessed that several types of malicious activities have been tried to undermine the security and privacy of sensor networks as well as Internet-based applications. In order to protect IoT devices, many research works have been carried out to address potential security attack and to find an optimal way to overcome and limit the risk factors that affect security requirement and individual privacy. Therefore, this paper carries an assessment of the existing research works in order to understand better the root cause of the new possible threat and the challenges associated with IoT security. The paper also reflects the research trend to demonstrate the current status of security methods being developed till date. The prime motive of the present work is to reveal the current research gap and make an effective contribution to the future research direction.
Half-mode substrate integrated waveguide (HMSIW) double-slot coupler

Based on a newly proposed guided wave structure of half-mode substrate integrated waveguide (HMSIW), a narrow-wall double-slot 3 dB directional coupler is proposed, which keeps the advantages of an SIW coupler but with a reduction of nearly one-half in size and better isolation. Simulated results are consistent with the measured data.
Low-insertion-loss, high-precision liquid crystal optical phased array

We describe a nonmechanical beam forming device which simultaneously provides the high precision beam deflection and beam spoiling required for narrow beamwidth laser communication systems. The device''s transmission is near unity and is composed of a liquid crystal optical phased array sandwiched between static phase plates. Device design and performance goals are described, along with the results of proof-of-concept experiments.
Total quality management, ISO 9000 certification and performance improvement

Records the research on the relationship between TQM, ISO 9000 certification and business performance improvement. The research is based on a survey conducted in Norway. Finds that the TQM criteria (or enablers) such as quality leadership, human resource development, quality information, etc. contribute to the improvement of customer satisfaction and business performance. However, none of these TQM enablers can guarantee enhanced performance. It is these enablers as a whole that contribute collectively to the improvement of performance. The study also finds that ISO 9000 standards are partially related to the implementation of TQM and the improvement of business performance. The recommendation is that ISO 9000 should be incorporated with the philosophy and methods of TQM.