title: Majesty in misery. Two pictorial sources of Andreas Gryphius's martyr play Carolus Stuardus

authors: Laaper, Hein

abstract: In the annotations to his drama, Ermordete Majest ät Oder CAROLUS STUARDUS K önig von Gross Britanien, the Baroque dramatist Andreas Gryphius left no doubt about the fact that he consulted for his work both the Eikon Basilike Vel Imago Regis Caroli, which was first published in England in 1649, and the Vollst ändiges Englisches Memorial, which appeared in Holland early in the same year. When comparing these two historical sources with Carolus Stuardus one notices immediately the similarity of the content and form of the Englisches Memorial with Gryphius's drama. Less noticeable is the connection of the play with the King's book, Eikon Basilike, but Gryphius makes extensive reference to the text in the annotations of his play. The Eikon Basilike and the Englisches Memorial each contain an engraving whose significance for the martyr play has been underestimated until recently. The engravings in question are the depiction of the royal martyr, Charles I, in the Eikon Basilike as well as the pictorial representation of the last moments of the monarch ' s life and his execution from the Englisches Memorial.

text: Majesty in misery. Two pictorial sources of Andreas Gryphius's martyr play Carolus Stuardus In the annotations to his drama, Ermordete Majest ät Oder CAROLUS STUARDUS K önig von Gross Britanien, the Baroque dramatist Andreas Gryphius left no doubt about the fact that he consulted for his work both the Eikon Basilike Vel Imago Regis Caroli, which was first published in England in 1649, and the Vollst ändiges Englisches Memorial, which appeared in Holland early in the same year. When comparing these two historical sources with Carolus Stuardus one notices immediately the similarity of the content and form of the Englisches Memorial with Gryphius's drama. Less noticeable is the connection of the play with the King's book, Eikon Basilike, but Gryphius makes extensive reference to the text in the annotations of his play. The Eikon Basilike and the Englisches Memorial each contain an engraving whose significance for the martyr play has been underestimated until recently. The engravings in question are the depiction of the royal martyr, Charles I, in the Eikon Basilike as well as the pictorial representation of the last moments of the monarch ' s life and his execution from the Englisches Memorial.

year: 1977

title: Supercapacitor assisted power converter for DC microgrid applications with self-contained DC-UPS capability

authors: Hu, Yang

subjects: DC microgrid

abstract: Nowadays, due to the advantages inherent in using renewable energy, renewable power generation is becoming established worldwide. Direct current (DC) microgrid systems, which have been proposed as alternatives for traditional alternating current (AC) networks, enable the introduction of a large amount of solar energy by using distributed photovoltaic generation units. Meanwhile, small-scale DC microgrid systems designed at the household level are also viable options used to harness renewable energy (like solar energy) and have broad development prospects.
One of the ‘hot topics’ in the field of renewable energies is how to make efficient use of this type of energy. In this thesis, a high-efficiency DC microgrid system with supercapacitor (SC)-assisted power converter is introduced as a way to harness solar energy to run a 12 V, 50 W household lighting system.
Supercapacitor-assisted low dropout regulator (SCALDO) techniques were used to build an SC-assisted converter for a DC microgrid system. Supercapacitors in the DC microgrid acted as voltage droppers to convert 24 V solar panel’s output to 11 V – 13 V. Supercapacitors were also used as energy storage devices, and performed as a power source to run the household lighting system for a period of time after a sudden mains power outage.
Real weather condition data, including local Hamilton illuminance values, were required to design this system. These data were measured at the University of Waikato. They were converted into irradiance data and were used to create similar patterns for simulation. Prototype circuit of the complete DC microgrid system, with an SC-assisted converter was also developed and shown at the end of the thesis.

text: Supercapacitor assisted power converter for DC microgrid applications with self-contained DC-UPS capability Nowadays, due to the advantages inherent in using renewable energy, renewable power generation is becoming established worldwide. Direct current (DC) microgrid systems, which have been proposed as alternatives for traditional alternating current (AC) networks, enable the introduction of a large amount of solar energy by using distributed photovoltaic generation units. Meanwhile, small-scale DC microgrid systems designed at the household level are also viable options used to harness renewable energy (like solar energy) and have broad development prospects.
One of the ‘hot topics’ in the field of renewable energies is how to make efficient use of this type of energy. In this thesis, a high-efficiency DC microgrid system with supercapacitor (SC)-assisted power converter is introduced as a way to harness solar energy to run a 12 V, 50 W household lighting system.
Supercapacitor-assisted low dropout regulator (SCALDO) techniques were used to build an SC-assisted converter for a DC microgrid system. Supercapacitors in the DC microgrid acted as voltage droppers to convert 24 V solar panel’s output to 11 V – 13 V. Supercapacitors were also used as energy storage devices, and performed as a power source to run the household lighting system for a period of time after a sudden mains power outage.
Real weather condition data, including local Hamilton illuminance values, were required to design this system. These data were measured at the University of Waikato. They were converted into irradiance data and were used to create similar patterns for simulation. Prototype circuit of the complete DC microgrid system, with an SC-assisted converter was also developed and shown at the end of the thesis.

year: 2017

title: Secular schools, spirituality and Maori values

authors: Fraser, Deborah

abstract: New Zealand has had free, state, secular education since 1877, but just what is meant by secularism is changing. Since the 1980s the growth of Maori education initiatives has mushroomed and these place emphasis on Maori values and beliefs, including spirituality. In addition, in 1999 a definition and statement on spirituality appeared in the health and physical education national curriculum document. This statement referred to values, beliefs, meaning and purpose. It also incorporated a Maori model of well‐being which places the spiritual alongside other dimensions of humanity. This article explores the concept of spirituality in secular schooling in New Zealand. Some influences from Maori culture are explored with particular reference to values, ethical decision‐making and spirituality. Interviews with Maori teachers highlight how moral decisions often reflect spiritual beliefs and practices. It is argued that schooling has a moral obligation to reflect indigenous values if understanding, respect and cultural identity are to be promoted and cherished. It is also suggested that spirituality challenges what we have traditionally considered as learning at school.

text: Secular schools, spirituality and Maori values New Zealand has had free, state, secular education since 1877, but just what is meant by secularism is changing. Since the 1980s the growth of Maori education initiatives has mushroomed and these place emphasis on Maori values and beliefs, including spirituality. In addition, in 1999 a definition and statement on spirituality appeared in the health and physical education national curriculum document. This statement referred to values, beliefs, meaning and purpose. It also incorporated a Maori model of well‐being which places the spiritual alongside other dimensions of humanity. This article explores the concept of spirituality in secular schooling in New Zealand. Some influences from Maori culture are explored with particular reference to values, ethical decision‐making and spirituality. Interviews with Maori teachers highlight how moral decisions often reflect spiritual beliefs and practices. It is argued that schooling has a moral obligation to reflect indigenous values if understanding, respect and cultural identity are to be promoted and cherished. It is also suggested that spirituality challenges what we have traditionally considered as learning at school.

year: 2004