SIRIS-Lab/unlabelled-sti-corpus huggingface dataset:
Effect of Processing Gain on the Iterative Decoding for a Recursive Single Parity Check Product Code

In this paper, we propose a scalable content-based routing scheme for the tactical mobile ad-hoc networks where the nodes usually move together forming a group. Our scheme is classified as a content-based routing scheme based on publish and subscribe model. The nodes compose a cluster according to their position and interest. Our scheme allows multi-level cluster nesting. As a publish/subscribe model does, each node announces its interest to the cluster head who aggregates and announces the interests from cluster members to its neighbor cluster head. Actual data messages are delivered to the end node via cluster header in the reverse direction of the interest announcement. Using Qualnet simulator, we evaluated the performance of our scheme in comparison with two well-known content-based routing schemes. Simulation results show that our scheme maintains higher message delivery ratio as number of nodes increases whereas the two schemes show much lower delivery ratio. In addition, as the group mobility gets faster our scheme incurs less or similar control message overhead compared with the two schemes.
Post-purchase cognitive dissonance  evidence from the mobile phone market

This article investigates whether cognitive dissonance exists in the post-purchase phase in the mobile phone industry. It asks if mobile phone users are fully satisfied since they are usually overloaded with information during the purchasing period. Three dimensions of dissonance were measured in 283 university students. The results provide interesting insights. The major differences between the high and low dissonance groups are being influenced by other people’s opinions, difficulty in finding information, product involvement, and satisfaction with mobile phones/operators. These findings reveal that consumers are ‘not unhappy’ with their mobile phones/operators, but not extremely happy either. However, there is ample room for improvements in the level of consumer satisfaction. Marketers should give consumers’ perceptions of communicated messages high priority. The messages need to be straightforward and clear in the consumers’ interpretation as this will reduce negative feelings after purchase.
Global platform for indoor location services

Today more than 4 billion people live in urban environments, spending over 90% of their time indoors. Urban Mobility will be one of the toughest challenges for cities around the globe. Taking into consideration 12,6% increase in the global smartphone use adoption this year alone, indoor positioning market is on track to grow 36% CAGR to over 4B€ in 2020. IndoorAtlas – Finland-based technology SME – is the only global provider delivering an indoor location Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS). IndoorAtlas cloud platform provides an interface for application developers to create venues, manage data and build their location-based services within their mobile application. The platform seamlessly supports both Android and iOS devices ensuring that developers can build a wide range of application features that support navigation, search and discovery, and proximity advertising. The innovative platform leverages geomagnetic indoor positioning technology and utilises the digital compass present in every smartphone. It enables currently over 25,000 registered developers to create highly scalable mobile applications that utilise indoor positioning. The key ambition of this project is to scale-up and expand IndoorAtlas concept into new geographical and sectoral markets by reaching to potential customers in new industrial verticals, educating and developing the market in the process, as well as enhancing global support and customer success.
Process intensification through the development of innovative membranes and catalysts

PROMECA strategic objective is to substantially contribute to the increase of knowledge, skills, and competitiveness in the European research area and industry, through the design and deployment of a thorough plan of research and secondment of researchers between top-level EU academia and industrial partners, contributing to the main European Policies on innovation. In line with the MSCA-RISE general objectives, the project will:
• Support career development and training of 44 researchers through international and inter-sectoral mobility among 3 academia and 3 industrial partners in 4 European countries;
• Promote sharing of knowledge and ideas from research to the market (and vice versa) in a systematic way, through the participation of researchers to 3 focused research groups where scientific and industrial mix of competences are ensured, and the organization of 8 project meetings, where research findings will be assessed and validated among groups.
• Carry out a thorough training of researchers in 6 dedicated workshops, each with a different focus, also adding key entrepreneurial skills and innovation management.
As an ultimate R&D goal, PROMECA will develop, test, and validate an innovative membrane reactor integrating new structured catalysts and selective membranes to improve the overall performance, durability, cost effectiveness, and sustainability over different industrially interesting processes, with distributed hydrogen production as the main focus of the project. 
The project will bring substantial impacts in terms of skills and knowledge development of the researchers, as well as higher R&I output, contributing to convert more ideas into products. Organizations involved will strongly boost their capacity to carry out R&I activities in multidisciplinary and inter-sectorial collaborations. Finally, the project will enhance the innovation potential and competitiveness of the EU industry, reinforcing its world leadership as a true knowledge-driven industry
Nano-Magnetic oscillators

The isolation of graphene sheets ushered the age of 2D materials as the poster children of condensed matter physics. Until a few years ago, 2D magnetism was thought to be impossible to observe experimentally, as any amount of thermal fluctuations is enough to disturb the magnetic order. Recently, the existence of 2D magnets have been proved and these materials have garnered a great amount of interest, both due to their novel physics and to the possibility of downscaling magnetic devices, enabling future beyond CMOS technology. However, the physics underlying 2D magnetism are not fully understood. In this project, we aim to study how the magnetism of 2D monolayers of CrI3 and CrBr3 is modified by applying a mechanical strain, which tunes their intralayer magnetic exchange and ultimately their magnetic order. CrI3 and CrBr3 bilayers will also be used to study the dependence of the magnetic coupling between different layers in van der Waals heterostructures, describing the origin of their interlayer magnetic orderings. Using the same materials, we will fabricate nanomechanical resonators which will be used to study the backaction of magnetic field on oscillating 2D magnets. Ultimately, this project will shed light on how magnetism and mechanics interplay in 2D materials.
Probabilistic verification and synthesis of the next generation airborne collision avoidance system

The next generation airborne collision avoidance system, ACAS X, departs from the traditional deterministic model on which the current system, TCAS, is based. To increase robustness, ACAS X relies on probabilistic models to represent the various sources of uncertainty. The work reported in this paper identifies verification challenges for ACAS X, and studies the applicability of probabilistic verification and synthesis techniques in addressing these challenges. Due to shortcomings of off-the-shelf probabilistic analysis tools, we developed a new framework, named VeriCA (Verification for Collision Avoidance). VeriCA is a combined probabilistic synthesis and verification framework that is custom designed for ACAS X and systems with similar characteristics. VeriCA supports Java as a modeling language, is memory efficient, employs parallelization, and provides an interactive simulator that displays aircraft encounters and the corresponding ACAS X behavior. We describe the application of our framework to ACAS X, together with the results and recommendations that our analysis produced.
Characterization of Hydrolysis Kinetics in Staged Anaerobic Digestion of Wastewater Treatment Sludge

The hydrolysis of mixed primary and secondary sludges in two-stage anaerobic digestion was evaluated and compared with conventional single-stage digestion, using various temperature-phased configurations of M1-M2, M1-T3, T1-T2, and T1-M3. A dual hydrolysis model best described the hydrolysis in all tests. This model was also able to consistently estimate the readily and slowly fractions of particulate chemical oxygen demand (COD) of raw sludge used in the tests. The hydrolysis kinetic coefficients (Khyd_s and Khyd_r) estimated for the mesophilic digesters were significantly greater in the short hydraulic retention time (HRT) M1 digester than those of the extended HRT digesters. Conversely, at thermophilic temperatures only Khyd_r was greater in short HRT T1 digester when compared to the extended HRT digesters. The increased Khyd_r and reduced Khyd_s values due to staging effect were explained with surface reaction models and endogenous decay. The temperature dependency of Khyd_s and Khyd_r was also explored in the staged digesters.
Distribution device for a hydraulic servo-mechanism operating silently.

1. Distribution device for a hydraulic servo mechanism operating silently, particularly for a power steering mechanism, comprising two cylindrical fluid distributing elements arranged in coaxial relationship and adapted for limited relative rotation around their common axis in either sense with respect to a relative neutral position overcoming the force of biassing means (18), the distributing elements having orifices and cavities defining a fluid path (26) between a pressure fluid source (27) and a fluid reservoir (28), the fluid path including two parallel branches (56, 57) having variable section passage means operating via overlap of the contacting cylindrical surfaces of the distributing elements and having in first line, in each of the branches, two types (a, b) of passages showing opposite sense of cross-sectional variation when rotated out of the relative neutral position in either direction, the two passage means of said two types being connected in series between the pressure fluid source and the reservoir, the portion of the fluid path defined between the passage means of said two types communicating with a working pressure fluid tap (37, 39) of the respective branch ; characterized in that two passages of the same type (61a-61b, 62a-62b) are arranged in each branch between said pressure fluid tap and the fluid reservoir, i.e. principal passage means (61a, 61b) having priority closing characteristics viz. secondary passage means (62a, 62b) having posterior closing characteristics ; and in that said secondary passage means and a flow restricting element (63) are connected in series, said series connection formed by the secondary passage means and the flow restricting element being in turn shunted in parallel across the principal passage means.
Electrical steel structuring, insulating and assembling by means of the laser technologies

Soft magnetic materials, made from stack of steel sheets separated by insulating layers, are becoming crucial in the various end-user industries and applications based on magnetic components and machines (transformers, sensors, actuators, motors, generators …). Experts estimate that the growth rate of soft magnetic materials will improve by 7.8% annually in the coming years! However, the technology used to manufacture steel sheets causes huge energy losses (called iron losses in addition to copper and mechanical losses) and noise (due to induced stresses and vibrations).

ESSIAL will use laser surface texturizing in order to improve the performance and functionalities of laminated magnetic circuits, while preserving a high mechanical and thermal resistance. In addition, the improved materials will be eco-friendly (no emission of pollutant during their working life); and made of materials that are easy to recycle. At the end of this four-year project, the ESSIAL consortium aims to: 
   - Decrease iron losses due to magnetic reversal processes by 20% (namely the excess magnetic losses).
   - Control and decrease mechanical vibrations and acoustic noise by 20%.
   - Make the deposition/removal of insulating layer easier for sustainable manufacturing process chains.
   - Integrate new laser processes with maximum 10% price increase
   - Implement innovative and unconventional technologies along the European manufacturing value chain.
   - Transfer the ESSIAL technology to European clusters and companies.
Achieving these goals will help Europe reaching the objectives of the energy transition agenda, while strengthening European industrial base.

The ESSIAL consortium is composed of research centres and companies that cover the whole value chain of soft magnetic materials, with all necessary resources to carry-out the project. The project includes seven Work-Packages, ranging from manufacturing processes to up-scaling for mass production and dissemination.
A VACCINE COMPOSITION COMPRISING AN IMMUNOGENIC PROTEIN AND COMBINATION ADJUVANTS FOR USE IN ELICITING ANTIGEN-SPECIFIC T-CELL RESPONSES

Vaccine compositions for use in inducing enhanced antigen-specific T cell-mediated immune responses in a subject in need thereof are disclosed. The composition comprises (a) a therapeutically effective amount of an immunogenic protein comprising at least an antigen of a pathogen; (b) a saponin-base adjuvant selected from the group consisting of GPI-0100, Quil A, QS-21; and (c) a Toll-like receptor (TLR) agonist adjuvant selected from the group consisting of monophosphoryl lipid A (MPL), and CpG1826.
Madden–Julian Oscillation simulated in BCC climate models

Abstract This study evaluates the ability of four versions BCC (Beijing Climate Center or National Climate Center) models (BCC_AGCM2.1, BCC_AGCM2.2, BCC_CSM1.1 and BCC_CSM1.1m) in simulating the MJO phenomenon using the outputs of the AMIP (Atmospheric Model Intercomparison Project) and historical runs. In general, the models can simulate some major characteristics of the MJO, such as the intensity, the periodicity, the propagation, and the temporal/spatial evolution of the MJO signals in the tropics. There are still some biases between the models and the observation/reanalysis data, such as the overestimated total intraseasonal variability, but underestimated MJO intensity, shorter significant periodicity, and excessive westward propagation. The differences in the ability of simulating the MJO between AMIP and historical experiments are also significant. Compared to the AMIP runs, the total intraseasonal variability is reduced and more realistic, however the ratio between the MJO and its westward counterpart decreases in the historical runs. This unrealistic simulation of the zonal propagation might have been associated with the greater mean precipitation over the Pacific and corresponded to the exaggeration of the South Pacific Convergence Zone structure in precipitation mean state. In contrast to the T42 versions, the improvement of model resolution demonstrate more elaborate topography, but the enhanced westward propagation signals over the Arabia Sea followed. The underestimated (overestimated) MJO variability over eastern Indian Ocean (Pacific) was assumed to be associated with the mean state. Three sets of sensitive experiments using BCC_CSM1.1m turn out to support this argument.
The Competitiveness of Central and Eastern European (CEE) Financial Markets

Although there has been vivid academic debate as to what extent Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs) are motivated by political reasons, it is rather clear that countries can use state-owned investment funds as a tool of their foreign policy. Even Barack Obama, during his initial presidential campaign in 2008 commented: “I am obviously concerned if these… sovereign wealth funds are motivated by more than just market consideration and that’s obviously a possibility”.
This book looks at SWF activities in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) to determine the main motives for SWF presence in CEE. Are the potential financial gains the only reason behind their investments? Are SWF activities in the region dangerous for the stability and security of the CEE countries? 
The book is pioneering analyses of SWFs behaviour in the region, based on empirical data collected from the Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute Transaction Database, arguably the most comprehensive and authoritative resource tracking SWF investment behaviour globally.
Ground-Breaking roof tile solution for solar energy collection

The overall objective of the project is to mature, qualify and enable a swift market launch and scale-up of our revolutionary solar roof technology with the overarching aim to become the new reference for solar roof technology in Europe and beyond.
Our disruptive E-Tile+ solution is the first solar system made of real roof tiles, having the same size, shape and appearance as normal roof tiles. These features, in contrast to standard solar panels or tiles, entail high ease of installment (40% lower installation time), reliability (i.e. 30% higher lifetime and lower maintenance costs) and safety (<120V operations vs. 400V), as well as increased exploitation of available roof area (30% more). With E-Tile+, 20-30 million roofs across the EU, which cannot be served with standard solar panels today, could be targeted to harvest solar energy. Furthermore, our unique and patented tiles contacting approach (plug-and-play and parallel connection) provides more power output (20% higher conversion efficiency) than today’s solar panels. The latter are connected in-series and thus suffer from shadow effects, high additional costs and danger (high-voltage operations that require specially qualified electricians). Hence, E-Tile+ is a solar system specifically designed for the needs of construction companies, complying with upcoming energy regulations and solving the current issues of traditional PV roof panels.
This FTI project will mature E-Tile+ in terms of performance, manufacturing cost, production yield and ensure full qualification of our product for its launch in our target markets, with a Business Plan adapted to guarantee a fast and sustained market entry. TilePlus project will address the solar roof market. We will argue that E-Tile+ can be installed on 13,700 roofs, while providing 142GWh in year 5 post-project, generating accumulated revenues of €267m and net profits of €156m, create 65 new FTEs among the consortium and unlocking CO2 emission cuts of 64.4kt.
PROCESS FOR MAKING A SOLID DIAMMONIUM DICARBOXYLATE SALT AND POLYAMIDES THEREOF

The present invention relates to a process for making a solid diammonium dicarboxylate salt suitable for making a polyamide, wherein the process comprises a step of contacting, in essentially counter-current fashion, a dicarboxylic acid in solid form with a vapor stream containing a diamine in gaseous form inside a reaction zone of a reactor column, wherein the reaction zone contains a heat exchanger section, the solid dicarboxylic acid is moving as a moving packed bed through the reactor column while being transported by gravity, and reactor column contains a gas inlet section located at the top of the column to feed inert gas into the reactor column. The present invention also relates to a polymerisation process of the solid diammonium dicarboxylate salt obtained via the method above.
Research, connections, networks and culture - use of projects, games, research and digital in education

Knowing that the EU H2020 funds only the best research and innovation projects which generate knowledge for the benefit of society, the Reconnect Upgrade 20.20 project has the ultimate goal to identify, and enhance the public recognition of those remarkable researchers, who are charged with  leading the societal progress towards Horizon Europe, and stimulate promotion of research careers among the young pupils and students who will take over in the coming EU framework programmes. Reconnect Upgrade 20.20  project reflects Europe in a changing world which is asked to generate science that is smart, transformational, anticipating, co-creational, and more responsive to stakeholders’ engagement. Researchers need to rise to the societal challenges framed in Sustainable Development Goals and referred to in Towards A Sustainable Europe By 2030, while the general public needs recognize their added value in translating the EU funding for science and education into sustainable solutions that impact the daily life. Since the new EU framework programme for research and innovation is just around the corner, Reconnect Upgrade 20.20  project focuses on this transitional phase and sheds a light on the triangle among the science, industry and citizens, which is well reflected in the EU RIS3 Smart Specialisation Strategies that should bring in a demand-driven dimension, foster innovation partnerships emphasizing greater co-ordination between different societal stakeholders, and align resources and strategies between private and public actors.
Ground Support Strategies at the Turquoise Ridge Joint Venture, Nevada

Weak rock masses of high grade Carlin-trend gold mineralization are encountered in the Turquoise Ridge Joint Venture underground mine. The sediments consist of very weak and altered limestone, mudstone, and carbon-rich clays. The rock mass ratings are described as very poor to poor (Bieniawski in Proceedings of the symposium on exploration for rock engineering, Johannesburg, South Africa, pp. 97–106, 1976). The undercut and fill or boxes stoping mining methods are used because of the low dipping ore body geometry, complex geology, and weak rock mass. Design criteria are chosen to keep openings in weak rock as small as possible to prevent unraveling and to minimize supplementary support. Typical ground support for drifting includes the use of bolts, mesh, spiling, and shotcrete. Quality control of cemented rock fill (CRF) through sampling and aggregate sieve testing is necessary to insure high support strength. Specific support may include shotcrete arches with steel ring sets and CRF “arches” as a replacement of weak rock masses around long-term mine openings. Movement monitoring is utilized in problem areas and is needed to quantify and validate computer modeling.
Evaluating the usability and use efficiency of a desktop vs tablet version of one application

The process of design and creating software products is shifting day by day to mobile devices. But what happens when the user must perform complex tasks with mobile applications, such as managing a small or medium business. Is it really usable and efficient a mobile application to manage a company? In this paper we conducted a study to measure the efficiency and perceived usability of a desktop application, facing the results to those obtained in a study of the tablet version of the same application. This way, we have obtained an efficiency ratio of a desktop application regarding to its respective tablet version, which may be relevant for the development of future mobile or desktop applications.