Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
3D-Rekonstruktion von Objekten mittels "Structure-from- Motion" aus einer photogrammetrischen Aufnahme mit den Programmen VisualSFM und CMPMVS

Zusammenfassung: Es gibt Programme, mit denen aus Mehrbildaufnahmen eines Objektes eine 3D-Punktwolke berechnet und daraus ein 3D-Modell erstellt werden kann. Die Programme werden allgemein als „Structure-from-Motion“-Programme bezeichnet. Im Mittelpunkt steht das Programm VisualSFM. VisualSFM detektiert Merkmale in den Bildern, verknupft diese und rekonstruiert daraus das Objekt als dunne Punktwolke. Fur die Verdichtung der Punktwolke sind zwei Stufen vorgesehen. Mit den Programmen CMVS/PMVS2 erhalt man in kurzer Zeit ein einfaches 3D-Modell. Zeitaufwandiger ist die Verwendung von CMPMVS, dafur ist das Resultat ein hochwertiges und detailliertes Modell. Diese Arbeit untersucht die Funktionalitat dieser Prozessschritte und vergleicht das Ergebnis mit dem Alternativprogramm 123D-Catch. VisualSFM ermoglicht eine Einflussnahme auf die Berechnungen. Mit Funktionen wie z.B. dem „Sequence Matching“ kann die Auswertung nicht nur beschleunigt sondern auch Fehler vermieden werden. Die Korrektur der Objektivverzeichnung wird von VisualSFM allein anhand der importierten Fotos durchgefuhrt. Besonders wichtig sind die Exif-Informationen der Fotos, die u.a. die Objektivbrennweite der Kamera enthalten. Fehlt diese, berechnet VisualSFM nach einer festgelegten Formel eine Brennweite, die meist viel zu gros ausfallt. Dies fuhrt zu mehr oder weniger starken Deformationen. Mit 123D-Catch liesen sich dabei keine brauchbaren 3D-Modelle mehr berechnen.
QoS Guaranteed Energy Minimization Over Two-Way Relaying Networks

In this work, we consider a typical three-node, two-way relaying network (TWRN) over fading channels. The aim is to minimize the entire system energy usage for a TWRN in the long run, while satisfying the required average symmetric exchange rate between the two source nodes. To this end, the energy usage of the physical-layer network coding (PNC) or the superposition coding based digital network coding (SPC-DNC) is analyzed. The rule on selection of both strategies is then derived by comparison. Based on the observed rule, we then design a scheme by switching between PNC and SPC-DNC for each channel realization. The associated optimization problem, through PNC/DNC switching,as well as power allocation on the uplink and the downlink for each channel realization is formulated and solved via an iterative algorithm. It is demonstrated that this switching scheme outperforms the schemes solely employing PNC or SPC-DNC through both theoretical analysis and simulations.
Gait control of biped robot based on kinematics and motion description in Cartesian space

This paper proposes a new simple 3-D (three dimension) dynamic gait control scheme for a walking biped robot based on kinematics calculation and robust joint solution control. The 3-D dynamic gait motion of the biped robot is approximated to the inverted pendulums for the sagittal plane and lateral plane in Cartesian space. Using the kinematics calculation of biped robots and the robust joint position controller of each joint, both the top positions of the supporting leg and floating leg track each position reference robustly. Experimental results of the tested ten-joints biped robot confirm that the proposed method realizes 3-D dynamic gait control stably.
Survey of Nonlinear Filters in the Framework of Recursive Bayesian Estimation

Nonlinear filters in the framework of recursive Bayesian estimation were classified.These filters were divided into three categories based on their designed ideas.These categories include nonlinear filters based on functions'approximation or transform and nonlinear filters based on moments'approximation and nonlinear filters based on conditional posterior probability density function's approximation.At the same time,common properties and special properties among the linear regression Kalman filter and divided difference 2Kalman filter and unscented Kalman filter and Gauss-Hermite filter were discussed in detail.Deficiencies of filters'synthesis which is used to design new nonlinear filters were indicated.Sufficiency of designed ideas in nonlinear filters was analyzed,and deficiencies in some designed ideas were detected.Potential breakthrough directions in nonlinear filters were specified.
Knowledge Management in Health and Social Care

Knowledge management became established as a key business process in the commercial sector in the mid‐1990s. That innovative practice has been adapted in local government, health and social care, but it has yet to fulfil the potential it offers these sectors. This article, the first of two, looks at what knowledge management has to offer health and social care, and contrasts the developments in each.
A ESPACIALIDADE RELIGIOSA DA IGREJA MADALENA SOFIA BARAT E SANTO EXPEDITO SOB A ÓTICA DA METODOLOGIA GOFFMANIANA Religious Spatiality Magdalene Church Sofia Barat and Holy Expedito under the perspective of methodology goffmann

RESUMO: O presente artigo tem por objetivo apresentar a espacialidade religiosa da Igreja Madalena Sofia Barat e Santo Expedito. Tendo como base as leituras do cotidiano, realizadas sob a otica da metodologia de Erving Goffman. Desse modo, sao analisadas as situacoes sociais que se formam atraves de um acervo simbolico, em palcos de atuacao. Dessa maneira, cada pessoa desempenha um papel ao interagir com os outros atraves de comportamentos fisicos e verbais, criando tambem um papel de desejo, que utiliza a aparencia para convencer o outro de sua intencao mascarada por sua propria atuacao. Assim, a vida do teatro e vida cotidiana apresentam inumeros paralelos, principalmente quando estabelecem palcos. Esse palco de interacoes permite que, de acordo com Berger e Luckmann (1999, p.38), “a realidade da vida cotidiana apareca ja objetivada, isto e, constituida por uma ordem de objetos que foram designados como objetos, antes da minha entrada em cena. ” O individuo que se apresenta como personagem sera considerado o que e, um ator desempenhando seu papel em um palco pre-estabelecido. A abordagem teatral na vida social e o centro da argumentacao de Erving Goffman. Nesse contexto, Goffman diferencia entre um desejo individual-pessoal e um conjunto interativo coletivo. Assim, se permite a suposicao de dois espacos; de um lado um espaco da personalidade autentica e, de outro um espaco social de interacao. A teatralizacao da vida cotidiana se estabelece entre ambos e, consequentemente cada acao que um individuo executa solicita que os observadores dessa acao levem a serio, quer dizer, que julguem como autentico, a impressao do que esta sendo apresentado. Inserida na dimensao tracada, estao categorias como as Instituicoes formadoras do Bairro Alto em Curitiba- PR, temos a dimensao religiosa da Igreja Madalena Sofia Barat e Santo Expedito, um dos palcos com uma historia extremamente antiga, portanto bastante ritualizada, com claros papeis entre liderancas religiosas e os fieis, alem dos outsiders das cerimonias. Palavras-chave: Espacialidade religiosa; Cotidiano; Metodologia goffmaniana.
Challenging the Recognition of Facial Expression via Deep Learning

A deep Neural Network model was trained to classify the facial expression in unconstrained images, which comprises nine layers, including input layer, convolutional layer, pooling layer, fully connected layers and output layer. In order to optimize the model, rectified linear units for the nonlinear transformation, weights sharing for reducing the complexity, “mean” and “max” pooling for subsample, “dropout” for sparsity are applied in the forward processing. With large amounts of hard training faces, the model was trained via back propagation method with stochastic gradient descent. The results of shows the proposed model achieves excellent performance.
Retinal Findings in Bardet-Biedl Syndrome

We report three cases of Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS) among which a young female and two siblings from a separate family, presented with common features of obesity, postaxial (ulnar) polydactyly, speech delay, developmental delay with learning difficulties and progressive deterioration of vision. Fundus examination revealed maculopathy and other remarkable findings in these patients. In this image of endocrinology, we describe the BBS phenotypes of these cases highlighting the fundus photography features with a plan for close follow up on obesity and endocrine complications.
Steps and Coverability in Inhibitor Nets

For Petri nets with inhibitor arcs, properties like reachability and boundedness are undecidable and hence constructing a coverability tree is not feasible. Here it is investigated to what extent the coverability tree construction might be adapted for Petri nets with inhibitor arcs. Emphasis is given to the (a priori) step sequence semantics which cannot always be simulated by firing sequences. All this leads to the notion of a step coverability tree which may be of use for the analysis of the step behaviour of certain subclasses of Petri nets with inhibitor arcs. © 2008 University of Newcastle upon Tyne. Printed and published by the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, Computing Science, Claremont Tower, Claremont Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RU, England. Bibliographical details KLEIJN, J., KOUTNY, M. Steps and Coverability in Inhibitor Nets [By] J. Kleijn, M. Koutny. Newcastle upon Tyne: University of Newcastle upon Tyne: Computing Science, 2008. (University of Newcastle upon Tyne, Computing Science, Technical Report Series, No. CS-TR-1118)
Developments in industrial control languages - where next?

This paper reviews the influence of standards on the development of software languages for industrial control systems. It considers the progress that has come from standardisation and issues still remain to be addressed. The features of various languages that have been used for programming industrial control systems over the past twenty years such as Modula 2, Ada, C, C++ are considered against benefits from using the IEC languages from the programmable logic controller (PLC) standard IEC 61131. The paper also considers the wider issues regarding tools and languages to deal with the complete life cycle of industrial control systems - from user requirements through coding, to final test and delivery. Finally, it considers the benefits of having re-usable code in the form of function blocks as proposed by the emerging standard IEC 61499. (16 pages)
MATLAB Graphics and Data Visualization Cookbook

Tell data stories with compelling graphics using this collection of data visualization recipes Overview Collection of data visualization recipes with functionalized versions of common tasks for easy integration into your data analysis workflow Recipes cross-referenced with MATLAB product pages and MATLAB Central File Exchange resources for improved coverage Includes hand created indices to find exactly what you need; such as application driven, or functionality driven solutions In Detail MATLAB's customizable graphics elements allow you to tailor your visualizations for exactly what you need to present; alter the figure and axis properties, lighting, transparency and camera position. Use MATLAB to apply volume visualizations to your data as well as interactivity and animation, or to plot your data in 1, 2, 3 and higher data dimensions. "MATLAB Graphics and Data Visualization Cookbook" will serve as your handbook to help you know the right graphic to showcase your data and teach you how to create it in clear step-by-step instructions. Tasks range from simple graphs using built-in MATLAB commands, to complex functions making frequently used customizations easy to implement. Learn about the key customizable elements in MATLAB graphics starting from figure and axis property settings, color, lighting, transparency and camera positioning to strategies for more advanced data visualization including adding interactivity and animation. Finish with recipes on presentation and publication. Learn the techniques and easily customize the recipes to apply to your datasets. What you will learn from this book Jump start your first MATLAB plot Strengthen your knowledge of standard graph types and learn new advanced types Common visualization mistakes that people make and how to avoid them Easily adapt recipes from the book to best display your data - one, two, three dimensions, and beyond Say more with legends, annotations, labels, different layouts, and color Design superior data displays with custom lighting, transparency, and camera positioning Do animations and interactive graphics with MATLAB Fix the resolution and format before employing the Publish command Approach "MATLAB Graphics and Data Visualization Cookbook" will serve as your handbook in recipe format with ample screenshots. Each independent recipe will help you in achieving target-oriented solutions to your problems with concise explanation. Who this book is written for For those who are already using MATLAB for their computational needs but need to also harness its powerful visualization capabilities.
A Theoretical Framework for a Network of Elastic Elements Generating Arbitrary Torque Fields

Diagonal spring elements can render torque to any orthotic joint, and here we describe the theoretical framework for an ExoNET device that utilizes stacked spring elements as torque generators. Stacked spring elements act mathematically as basis functions, which can be simultaneously tuned to deliver any torque-angle relation. Here we outline the theory, demonstrate our initial developments in several example applications, and then describe the design considerations necessary to develop a functional prototype. We show several exemplary solutions: replicating the torque-angle profile of a single muscle (brachioradialis), two-joint gravity compensation for arm weight, error augmentation and limit push fields capable of providing forces for rehabilitation, and attractor torque fields that collectively pull the arm towards a desired position. This ExoNET system has the potential to be quickly and inexpensively constructed and easily configured by the end user or clinician for specific needs. It shifts control intelligence from the software to physical hardware, which is an efficient solution for neurorehabilitation, military, manual labor, and performance enhancement.
The Interplay of Knowledge and Practice in Dance Teaching: What we Can Learn From a Non-Traditional Dance Teacher

If we are serious about dance education within the school setting and the preparation of professional dance educators, current dance educators must engage in the difficult identification of the knowledge base required for competent teaching, and develop the materials and strategies to transfer this to students. (Brooks Schmitz 1990, 61) As Brooks Schmitz recognized, the improvement of dance education will arise from a better understanding of the dance teacher's knowledge in relation to its pedagogical delivery. Although research on teacher knowledge has become a major focus of research in general education (Elbaz 1993; Leinhardt 1990; Schön 1983; Shulman 1986), such research is absent in dance.
Designing a Cryptographic Scheme for e-Surveys in Higher-Education Institutions

We present design guidelines for a cryptographic scheme destined for an electronic survey software system developed in view of application in higher-education institutions. By using commercial-grade software, we can provide a user-friendly environment that, on the other hand, can also ensure anonymous participation. We describe the implementation of such a system with the Javatrade programming language and the steps taken for its installation and use
DOCÊNCIA ONLINE: RELATO DE UMA EXPERIÊNCIA EM UM CURSO DE POSGRADUAÇÃO LATO SENSU. Doi: 10.5212/PublicatioHuma.v.20i1.0007

This paper aims to conduct an analysis of online teaching in the context of the pedagogical model of two courses of specialization of the National Public Administration (PNAP) in UNIRIO well as discussing the specifics of their teaching within the discipline. Contextualizes the binding of the courses with the program and there is a shift in the space-time teachers where these activities are performed by different actors throughout the planning and implementation of the teaching-learning process. Proposed in this study that online teaching is understood as a collective and collaborative activity, where the actors share the responsibilities of teaching, as proposed by Miller (Miller et al 2010). And yet, that before the specific, new skills are demanded as a teacher in the distance when compared with the face modality. It is noteworthy also that these characteristics should be considered in discussions about the professionalization of teaching.
The Next Generation Cognitive Security Operations Center: Network Flow Forensics Using Cybersecurity Intelligence

A Security Operations Center (SOC) can be defined as an organized and highly skilled team that uses advanced computer forensics tools to prevent, detect and respond to cybersecurity incidents of an organization. The fundamental aspects of an effective SOC is related to the ability to examine and analyze the vast number of data flows and to correlate several other types of events from a cybersecurity perception. The supervision and categorization of network flow is an essential process not only for the scheduling, management, and regulation of the network’s services, but also for attacks identification and for the consequent forensics’ investigations. A serious potential disadvantage of the traditional software solutions used today for computer network monitoring, and specifically for the instances of effective categorization of the encrypted or obfuscated network flow, which enforces the rebuilding of messages packets in sophisticated underlying protocols, is the requirements of computational resources. In addition, an additional significant inability of these software packages is they create high false positive rates because they are deprived of accurate predicting mechanisms. For all the reasons above, in most cases, the traditional software fails completely to recognize unidentified vulnerabilities and zero-day exploitations. This paper proposes a novel intelligence driven Network Flow Forensics Framework (NF3) which uses low utilization of computing power and resources, for the Next Generation Cognitive Computing SOC (NGC2SOC) that rely solely on advanced fully automated intelligence methods. It is an effective and accurate Ensemble Machine Learning forensics tool to Network Traffic Analysis, Demystification of Malware Traffic and Encrypted Traffic Identification.
An Overlap Communities Detection Algorithm in Asymmetric Dynamic Social Network

Community structure in social network has features of link asymmetry and community overlapping. The overlap community detection is important for obtaining global topological characteristics of the network, designing data distribution mechanism and controlling marketing costs. Based on the asymmetric dynamic networks and the characteristics of the community, we propose a universal algorithm for community mining: AFCAL. Not only can the algorithm detects the hierarchical structure and the overlapping areas of communities, but also trace their evolution in dynamic mobile networks effectively. Simulation results show that AFCAL algorithm compared with existing methods, exhibit better performance on the overlapping community detection accuracy and robustness.
Pharmacological otoprotection strategies against cisplatin-induced ototoxicity

Cisplatin is a platinum-based chemotherapeutic agent, known to be one of the most active platinum compounds in cancer treatment. It is highly effective in the treatment of soft-tissue neoplasms, lung cancer, squamous cell cancer, cancer of the head and neck, testicular, ovarian, cervical, and bladder cancer. Ototoxicity is an important and dose-limited side-effect of cisplatin therapy apart from nephrotoxicity and neurotoxicity. This is mainly due to the generated reactive oxygen species (ROS). In ototoxicity the ROS have a significant effect on the outer hair cells (OHCs) in the organ of Corti. Many agents with chemoprotective action against cisplatin-induced ototoxicity have been tested for a long time. Some show promising results in animal models, but it is important to verify these promising results in future clinical trials. The possible administration modalities of an otoprotector are systemic and transtympanic (local). Considering the technical difficulties and the physical and mental status of a patient undergoing treatment for neoplasms, systemic administration seems to stand ahead of local administration. When using a chemoprotective agent systemically it is important that the compound will not affect the anti-tumour effect of cisplatin. Promising results of an otoprotector in clinical practice will let us increase the dose of cisplatin in treatment which will increase the effectiveness of cisplatin therapy and so improve the quality of life for a large group of patients.
A new approach to transforming time series into symbolic sequences

Time series analysis is difficult to understand. But when they are transformed into symbolic sequences, it will be more easily to find out some rules. Symbolic sequence may represent the dynamic behavior of some chaotic systems. We propose a new approach to transform time series into symbolic sequences, which can maintain most of the information included in time series. We also give an example of its application.
Résultats De La Trabéculectomie Dans Le Glaucome Infantile Au Chu Campus De Lomé (Togo)

Purpose: To evaluate the results of the trabeculectomy without antimitotic in children aged 5 to 15 years and identify the factors of success of this technique. Method: we have conducted a retrospective study based on records of children of 5 to 15 years, operated from January 2011 to December 2013 for glaucoma excepted congenital glaucoma. The trabeculectomy was performed without antimitotic and the follow up was done during 6 months. Nineteen children (35 eyes) were included over 23 children (43 eyes) operated. Surgical success was defined for intra ocular (IOP) ≤ 20mmhg (target pressure) pressure associated with a pressure reduction over 30% with or without topical medication and major postoperative complications. Results: On the 19 included Sham children (35 eyes) the mean age was 9.05 years [5;15], 11 were of boys and 8 girls and the sex ratio was 0.73. The mean cup/disc of the papillary excavation was 0.54 [0.2; 0.8]. The mean preoperative IOP was 20.08 mm Hg [11;30]. Postoperative complications was seen in 17% (6 eyes) with 11.4% (4 eyes) of hypothalamy. The mean post operative IOP at 6 months was 12.86 mm Hg [10; 23]. The success rate was 62.86% (22 eyes). IOP control was the only factor influencing the success of surgery (p = 0. 0055). Conclusion: The trabeculectomy without antimitotic allowed a substantial reduction in IOP. The control of IOP determine the success of the surgery at 6 months. The spreading of the technique with the use of an antimitotic will optimize our results.