The COVID-19 pandemic led to changes in business communication. As face-to-face communication was no longer possible, many businesses shifted to Zoom because of its ease of use and user-friendly functionality. One unique context in which users were f...
In order to study the infrared radiation characteristics of an air-breathing hypersonic vehicle powered by a scramjet, it is necessary to solve the internal and external flow field of the air-breathing hypersonic vehicle. Owing to the complexity and...
Raman spectroscopy is a powerful analytical technique based on the inelastic scattering of photons. Conventional macro-Raman spectrometers are suitable for mass analysis but often lack the spatial resolution required to accurately examine microscopic...
We developed an innovative method using the focal length change in the zoom lens to enable subjects with refractive errors to see the E chart image. For myopes, the distant E chart image is in front of the retina. By using the focal length change in...
In response to the zooming delay issue during the transition from a wide-area search to high-resolution target identification in high-magnification zoom lenses, we propose a drive technology based on voice coil motors. The linear motion of the motor...
The study uses the Theory of Planned Behavior and the Influence of Information System Success to understand how users respond to the technology used for teaching and learning. The study intends to look at the relationship between the Information Syst...
As the core element of adaptive optical systems, tuneable lenses are essential in adaptive optics. Dielectric elastomer-driven tuneable lenses offer significant advantages in tuning range, response speed, and lightweight design compared to traditiona...
In this paper, we propose a zoom auxiliary imaging lens based on the four-component mechanical zoom method for a modulation transfer function (MTF) test system. The auxiliary imaging lenses of the current MTF test system typically use fixed-focus opt...
Point cloud imaging technology usually faces the problem of point cloud sparsity, which leads to a lack of important geometric detail. There are many point cloud upsampling networks that have been designed to solve this problem. However, the existing...
This paper describes a case study of a novel teaching method where the “Teaching with Industry” (TWI) model–industry practitioners incorporated as co-instructors in a semester-long classroom setting–is enhanced by using new vi...
The use of human gesturing to interact with devices such as computers or smartphones has presented several problems. This form of interaction relies on gesture interaction technology such as Leap Motion from Leap Motion, Inc, which enables humans to...
Pair housing is known to promote welfare for macaques in captivity. However, finding compatible partners can be challenging, particularly when animals are not located near one another. Because macaques show interest in videos of conspecifics, we exam...
This study investigates the effectiveness of virtual simulations in developing intercultural competence (IC) among pre-service teachers in Israel. In the context of cultural diversity and historical conflict, 283 Arab and Jewish students participated...
Archaeological excavation is a demolishing process. Rather few elements outlast extractive operations. Therefore, it is hard to visualise the precise location of unearthed finds at a previously excavated research area. Here, we present a mixed realit...
The machine vision measurement module is indispensable for the Modularized Flexible Precision Assembly Station (MFPAS), which is a fully automatic assembly system being developed at Dalian University of Technology (DUT). MFPAS consists of basic and a...
Mobile phone technology is becoming ubiquitous. However, a number of unique usability challenges are still unresolved, including small screen size, device orientation changes, and an array of interaction methods (tap, flick, pinch, etc.) These challe...
A multispectral infrared zoom optical system design and a single-frame hierarchical guided filtering image enhancement algorithm are proposed to address the technical problems of low contrast, blurred edges, and weak signal strength of single-spectru...
The paper is a survey of the main technological aspects of advanced visual-based surveillance systems. A brief historical view of such systems from the origins to nowadays is given together with a short description of the main research projects in It...
This study aims to propose a capacitance-to-digital converter (CDC) based on a third-order cascade of integrators with a feed-forward (CIFF) incremental sigma-delta modulator for smart humidity sensor application. Disguised zoom-in technology was pro...
10 May 2022
The paper presents the results of the research on the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on the dissemination of innovative e-learning tools in higher education. Research was carried out in Poland in December 2021 on a sample of 621 students. The mai...
As HEIs face increasing hybrid environment and communication demands, digital tools and AI can offer timely solutions (for more inclusive and more effective mediation. By applying Media Richness and Social Presence theories, we study how platforms li...
The COVID-19 pandemic and the travel restrictions imposed by many states led people to resort to technology for many of their daily needs which put older adults (aged 65 years and over) at a particular disadvantage as it is known that they are slow t...
The unpredictable duration of the COVID-19 pandemic necessitates renewed reflection on our collective reliance on video platforms such as Zoom and YouTube for telecommunication and music listening purposes, which have virtually filled the gap left by...
With the rapid development of information technology, virtual reality and gesture interaction have been gradually applied in the research and development of map navigation systems. Traditional visualization methods are no longer suitable for this nov...
Recent advancements in Electroencephalographic (EEG) sensor technologies and signal processing algorithms have paved the way for further evolution of Brain Computer Interfaces (BCI) in several practical applications, ranging from rehabilitation syste...
This essay seeks to add to the emerging conversation regarding digital ecclesiology. In short, digital ecclesiology is an ongoing conversation not only about how congregations use technology but craft digital spaces for worship and ministry. This ess...
The purpose of this research was to investigate how the use of green screen technology affects vocabulary acquisition in LOTE (languages other than English) learners, particularly Chinese students learning French as a second foreign language. Two gro...
Digital technologies are an opportunity to overcome disabilities, provided that accessibility is ensured. In this paper, we focus on visual accessibility and the way it is supported in Operating Systems (OS). The significant variability in this suppo...
In Japan, telepharmacy is becoming increasingly popular due to deregulation triggered by the outbreak of COVID-19. The purpose of this study was to gain an understanding of the actual state of telepharmacy in Japan by interviewing pharmacists who hav...
This study examines the use of digitalized educational solutions among students in higher education institutions (HEIs). Drawing upon theories of technology, digitalization, and education, we analyze the suitability of different digitalization soluti...
The aim of this paper is to investigate technological advancements made to a robotic tele-ultrasound system for musculoskeletal imaging, the MSK-TIM (Musculoskeletal Telerobotic Imaging Machine). The hardware was enhanced with a force feedback sensor...
With the advancement of human-computer interaction, robotics, and especially humanoid robots, there is an increasing trend for human-to-human communications over online platforms (e.g., zoom). This has become more significant in recent years due to t...
Effective communication between students and instructors is vital for student success. Traditionally, this communication has taken place in person within classroom settings. However, with technological advancements, online classes have become more co...
Long-range wireless connectivity technologies for sensors and actuators open the door for a variety of new Internet of Things (IoT) applications. These technologies can be deployed to establish new monitoring capabilities and enhance efficiency of se...
Today, the impact of information technologies (IT) on humanity in this artificial intelligence (AI) era is vast, transformative, and remarkable, especially on human beliefs, practices, and truth discovery. Modern IT advancements like AI, particularly...
The paper deals with the application of abrasive water-jet cutting to composite material containing natural reinforcement—wood plastic composite. The specimens were cut through the application of four flows of different abrasive mass: 150, 200,...
The application of extended reality (XR) technology in education has been growing for the last two decades. XR offers immersive and interactive visualization experiences that can enhance learning by making it engaging. Recent technological advances h...
Climate change poses an acute threat to the Vietnamese Mekong Delta (VMD). To respond to this threat, the structure of the delta’s agriculture-based economy must transform, becoming more adaptive to changing conditions. One adaptive livelihood option...
The COVID-19 revolution has demanded that higher education institutions (HEIs) in South Africa, as in most other countries globally, migrate to a digitalised curriculum (DC). The DC is a plan for or of digital technology-driven education. The COVID-1...
Wildlife monitoring can be time-consuming and expensive, but the fast-developing technologies of uncrewed aerial vehicles, sensors, and machine learning pave the way for automated monitoring. In this study, we trained YOLOv5 neural networks to detect...
This paper proposes an interface application-specific-integrated-circuit (ASIC) for micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) vibratory gyroscopes. A closed self-excited drive loop is employed for automatic amplitude stabilization based on peak detectio...
Digital and networking technologies are increasingly used to predict who is at risk of attempting suicide. Such digitalized suicide prevention within and beyond mental health care raises ethical, social and legal issues for a range of actors involved...
This research provides an overview on horticulture innovations in the last decade through a literature review and the use of a computer qualitative data analysis. We used Leximancer text mining software to identify concepts, themes and pathways linke...
Traditional rotational speed measurement methods, such as invasive sensors and visual recognition technologies, are often constrained by physical wear and environmental limitations. This paper introduces a non-invasive rotational speed measurement ap...
ArcGIS Dashboard technology allows for the integration and visualization of various maps, charts, and indicators within a single interface, using databases underneath a geographic information system. The two dashboards of the European project Teachin...
As an important national strategy infrastructure, the Space Information Network (SIN) is a powerful platform for future information support. In this paper, we design and implement a user-centered, dynamic, interactive visualization system (SINDVis),...
Background: The recent pandemic due to the appearance of COVID-19 in 2020 has led to lockdowns worldwide, which have affected companies and universities conducting sensory evaluations. Therefore, a novel method to conduct sensory sessions for descrip...
In an experimental evaluation of an introductory Arka Dhyana (Intuitive Meditation) course, HeartMath (HM) Inner Balance or emWave2 electronic technology showed highly significant increases in both coherence and achievement in six participants who le...
The increasing demand for laparoscopic surgery due to its cosmetic benefits and rapid post-surgery recovery is juxtaposed with a shortage of surgical support staff. This juxtaposition highlights the necessity for improved camera management in laparos...
17 December 2024
This retrospective, descriptive study, conducted in 2024, analysed Virtual Care Survey (2020–2022) data of patients’ self-reported reflections on use and experiences to investigate relationships between demographics, the number of chronic...
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