Railways are one of the most efficient and widely used mass transportation systems for mid-range distances, also being pointed out as the best strategy to reach European Union decarbonisation goals. However, to increase railways attractiveness, it is...
A train seat–human body coupled dynamics model was established to predict the ride comfort of high-speed trains. The train and track and the seat and human body were both coupled in the model. An on-site vibration experiment in a high-speed tra...
The platform–train interface (PTI) is one of the most complex spaces in metro stations. At the PTI, the interaction of passengers boarding and alighting reaches high density, affecting the boarding and alighting time, among other variables rela...
Color is an important visual element of high-speed train seats, which has a significant impact on passenger travel experience. In order to solve the problem that color design relies on the subjective experience of designers, this study aims to establ...
Nowadays, riding comfort is more significant than before for evaluating the quality of high–speed railways and sitting is the most common posture for its passengers. This study aimed to analyze and optimize the pressure distribution and sitting...
This study investigates occupant–seat interaction dynamics in high-speed train frontal collisions. A finite element model of a second-class double seat was developed and simulated using LS-DYNA R12.1 software with a Hybrid III dummy, applying t...
In order to facilitate the development of product image design, the research proposes the optimized product image design integrated decision system based on Kansei Engineering experiment. The system consists of two sub-models, namely product image de...
In pedestrian dynamics, individual-based models serve to simulate the behavior of crowds so that evacuation times and crowd densities can be estimated or the efficiency of public transportation optimized. Often, train systems are investigated where s...
The aim of this paper is to analyze the physiognomy of unique sets in the maximum number of repetitions (MNR) strategy and different correlations between the maximal forces, duration and volume for a relevant exercise in the case of a small muscle gr...
In this study, we examined ticket pricing and train stop planning for the high-speed railway (HSR), which integrates two key aspects of railway operation and organization. We considered that passenger demand is sensitive to the generalized travel cos...
Outdoor fitness equipment (OFE) are strength training installations comparable to those found in indoor gyms but are located outdoors with greater accessibility. However, the scientific evidence supporting their effectiveness remains limited. The obj...
In the transportation organization optimization of high-speed railway (HSR), optimizations such as line planning, ticket pricing, and seat allocation are generally studied separately. However, in reality, when passengers choose trains, they need to c...
This study first examines the developmental perspective on seated meditation from Bodhidharma 達摩 to the Linji 臨濟 school of the Tang Dynasty. During this dynasty, the Linji school followed the criticism of physical seated m...
This paper presents a comprehensive study on the utilization of machine learning and deep learning techniques to predict the dynamic characteristics of design parameters, exemplified by a diesel engine valve train. The research aims to address the ch...
Background: It is thought that swimming might elicit remarkable chronic lung function improvements that were not observed in land-based sports. However, there is no consensus on whether this is mainly attributable to genetic predisposition or specifi...
Olympic-style sliding-seat rowing is a sport that has been extensively researched, with studies investigating aspects related to the physiology, biomechanics, kinematics, and the performance of rowers. In contrast, studies on the more classic form of...
29 October 2021
Although direct contact is considered the main mode of transmission of SARS-CoV-2, environmental factors play an important role. In this study, we evaluated the presence of SARS-CoV-2 on bus and train surfaces. From the buses, we took samples from th...
A reliable prediction model can greatly contribute to the research of car seating system vibration control. The novelty of this paper lies in the development of a hybrid method of an artificial neural network (ANN) and response surface methodology (R...
The seat characteristics have high relevance in overall comfort on any transportation means. In particular, the foam’s mechanical properties, interface pressure, and contact temperature play an important role in low- or no-vibration situations...
29 October 2020
One of the first challenges for many children with physical disabilities is to sit independently. A floor seating positioning system enables this milestone, helping a child to maintain eye level with other children, play and learn on the floor, recti...
Electromagnetic fully variable valve train (EMVT) technology promises to improve the fuel economy and optimize the engine performance. A novel EMVT equipped with a magnetorheological buffer (EMVT with MR buffer) is proposed to suppress the valve seat...
The objective is to study the distribution of passengers inside urban trains for different levels of crowding. The study is carried out through the observation of videos made by laboratory experiments in which a mock-up of a carriage represented the...
Personalized drug selection is crucial for treating complex diseases such as Acute Myeloid Leukemia, where maximizing therapeutic efficacy is essential. Although precision medicine aims to tailor treatments to individual molecular profiles, existing...
We present a solution for intelligent posture training based on accurate, real-time sitting posture monitoring using the LifeChair IoT cushion and supervised machine learning from pressure sensing and user body data. We demonstrate our system’s...
Background: Seated shot put is a core Paralympic event in which lower-limb-impaired athletes generate throwing power primarily through the trunk and upper limbs. The configuration of the throwing frame may influence performance stability and biomecha...
In this paper, an electromagnetic variable valve train with a magnetorheological buffer (EMVT with MR buffer) is proposed. This system is mainly composed of an electromagnetic linear actuator (EMLA) and a magnetorheological buffer (MR buffer). The va...
This longitudinal study aimed to analyze the effects of a team rowing-based training program on physical fitness and anthropometric parameters in female breast cancer survivors (n = 40; 56.78 ± 6.38 years). Participants were divided into two g...
Background: Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) is an effective method for relieving pain and improving gait function. However, THA patients demonstrate slow gait speed at discharge. Rehabilitation programs after THA require the immediate improvement of gai...
The aims of this study were to assess the efficacy of the rate of perceived exertion (RPE) scale based on the number of repetitions in reserve (RIR) before exhaustion for the prescription of resistance training in cardiac rehabilitation and to compar...
Background: This study investigated sex differences in foot arch structure and function, and their impact on postural control and energy flow during dynamic tasks. Findings aim to inform sex-specific training, movement assessment, and injury preventi...
This paper suggests an assistive system for the toilet with the objective of measuring human activities and to provide intelligent mechanical assistance to help seating and standing. The project intends to develop a seating assistance as a technical...
Stroke often results in sensory deficits, muscular weakness, and diminished postural control, thereby restricting mobility and functional capabilities. It is important to promote neuroplasticity by implementing task-oriented exercises that induce cha...
Predicting the Remaining Useful Life (RUL) of light aircraft landing gear is complicated by flight-to-flight variability in operational loads, particularly in sensor-free fleets that rely only on mass-and-balance records. This study develops a hybrid...
Defining a passenger’s thermal comfort in a car cabin is difficult because of the narrow environment and various parameters. Although passenger comfort is predicted using a thermal-comfort scale in the overall cabin or a local area, the scale&r...
21 September 2022
Background: Peer-led approaches improve satisfaction with participation, wheelchair skills and wheelchair use self-efficacy in adults, but the evidence is limited in children. This pilot study aimed to explore the influence of community-based, peer-l...
Biometric systems designed on wearable technology have substantial differences from traditional biometric systems. Due to their wearable nature, they generally capture noisier signals and can only be trained with signals belonging to the device user...
Nowadays, the percentage of time that the population spends sitting has increased substantially due to the use of computers as the main tool for work or leisure and the increase in jobs with a high office workload. As a consequence, it is common to s...
Sedentarism is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD), but currently it is not clear how a sedentary behavior such as long sitting time can affect atherosclerosis development. This study examined the relationship between sitting time and the...
This study investigates the classification of nine sitting postures using pressure distribution data from hard and soft seat surfaces. Three neural network architectures (FNN, CNN, ResNet) were evaluated under single-surface and mixed-domain training...
Background: Strength and the strength–power continuum may increase athletic performance, although data are scarce regarding the effects of long-term periodized training on the athletic performance of adolescent track and field athletes. The pur...
The aim of this study was to compare seat pressure asymmetries before and after 30 min cycling at constant intensity in association with pelvic anthropometric parameters and skeletal muscle fatigue. Twelve male road cyclists aged 18–30 years (m...
In recent years, employment in sedentary occupations has continuously risen. Office workers are more prone to prolonged static sitting, spending 65–80% of work hours sitting, increasing risks for multiple health problems, including cardiovascul...
The advanced technology of vehicles makes them vulnerable to external exploitation. The current trend of research is to impose security measures to protect vehicles from different aspects. One of the main problems that counter Intrusion Detection Sys...
In this paper, we looked at the role of electromechanical storage in railway applications. A mathematical model of a running train was interfaced with real products on the electromechanical storage market supposed to be installed at the substation. T...
This paper deals with the development of dimensional control technology for the production of accessory drive train (ADT) gearbox housing, according to the closed door technology approach. The work presents the methodology of the final inspection of...
In this study, field measurements of the bending moments of prestressed concrete (PC) sleepers installed on commercial lines were obtained, and numerical analyses to identify the effects of different parameters on their bending moments were conducted...
Trams are a meaningful means of public transport in urban traffic. However, trams have some well-known disadvantages. These include, for example, possibly long distances to the stop, long waiting times, and lack of privacy, among others. The innovati...
This study aimed to examine the validity and reliability of the recently developed Assioma Favero pedals under laboratory cycling conditions. In total, 12 well-trained male cyclists and triathletes (VO2max = 65.7 ± 8.7 mL·kg−1·min−1) completed five c...
There are many options for passengers choosing to travel by train. In order to maximize price revenue requests, railway companies must consider the differences between passenger types in the process of formulating ticket strategies. This study firstl...
Background: In proprioceptive training, unstable devices produce multidirectional perturbations that must be counterbalanced by the postural control systems and core-muscle activation. We investigated whether different sizes and shapes of three gymna...
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