@article{GiresiniSassuButenwegetal.2017, author = {Giresini, Linda and Sassu, Mauro and Butenweg, Christoph and Alecci, Valerio and De Stefano, Mario}, title = {Vault macro-element with equivalent trusses in global seismic analyses}, series = {Earthquakes and Structures}, volume = {12}, journal = {Earthquakes and Structures}, number = {4}, publisher = {Techno-Press}, address = {Taejŏn}, issn = {2092-7614 (Print)}, doi = {10.12989/eas.2017.12.4.409}, pages = {409 -- 423}, year = {2017}, abstract = {This paper proposes a quick and simplified method to describe masonry vaults in global seismic analyses of buildings. An equivalent macro-element constituted by a set of six trusses, two for each transverse, longitudinal and diagonal direction, is introduced. The equivalent trusses, whose stiffness is calculated by fully modeled vaults of different geometry, mechanical properties and boundary conditions, simulate the vault in both global analysis and local analysis, such as kinematic or rocking approaches. A parametric study was carried out to investigate the influence of geometrical characteristics and mechanical features on the equivalent stiffness values. The method was numerically validated by performing modal and transient analysis on a three naves-church in the elastic range. Vibration modes and displacement time-histories were compared showing satisfying agreement between the complete and the simplified models. This procedure is particularly useful in engineering practice because it allows to assess, in a simplified way, the effectiveness of strengthening interventions for reducing horizontal relative displacements between vault supports.}, language = {en} } @article{SchoeningBronderWuetal.2017, author = {Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef and Bronder, Thomas and Wu, Chunsheng and Scheja, Sabrina and Jessing, Max and Metzger-Boddien, Christoph and Keusgen, Michael and Poghossian, Arshak}, title = {Label-Free DNA Detection with Capacitive Field-Effect Devices—Challenges and Opportunities}, series = {Proceedings}, volume = {1}, journal = {Proceedings}, number = {8}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, issn = {2504-3900}, doi = {10.3390/proceedings1080719}, pages = {Artikel 719}, year = {2017}, abstract = {Field-effect EIS (electrolyte-insulator-semiconductor) sensors modified with a positively charged weak polyelectrolyte layer have been applied for the electrical detection of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) immobilization and hybridization by the intrinsic molecular charge. The EIS sensors are able to detect the existence of target DNA amplicons in PCR (polymerase chain reaction) samples and thus, can be used as tool for a quick verification of DNA amplification and the successful PCR process. Due to their miniaturized setup, compatibility with advanced micro- and nanotechnologies, and ability to detect biomolecules by their intrinsic molecular charge, those sensors can serve as possible platform for the development of label-free DNA chips. Possible application fields as well as challenges and limitations will be discussed.}, language = {en} } @article{BaringhausGaigall2017, author = {Baringhaus, Ludwig and Gaigall, Daniel}, title = {On Hotelling's T² test in a special paired sample case}, series = {Communications in Statistics - Theory and Methods}, volume = {48}, journal = {Communications in Statistics - Theory and Methods}, number = {2}, publisher = {Taylor \& Francis}, address = {London}, issn = {1532-415X}, doi = {10.1080/03610926.2017.1408828}, pages = {257 -- 267}, year = {2017}, abstract = {In a special paired sample case, Hotelling's T² test based on the differences of the paired random vectors is the likelihood ratio test for testing the hypothesis that the paired random vectors have the same mean; with respect to a special group of affine linear transformations it is the uniformly most powerful invariant test for the general alternative of a difference in mean. We present an elementary straightforward proof of this result. The likelihood ratio test for testing the hypothesis that the covariance structure is of the assumed special form is derived and discussed. Applications to real data are given.}, language = {en} } @article{BaringhausGaigall2017, author = {Baringhaus, Ludwig and Gaigall, Daniel}, title = {Hotelling's T² tests in paired and independent survey samples: An efficiency comparison}, series = {Journal of Multivariate Analysis}, volume = {2017}, journal = {Journal of Multivariate Analysis}, number = {154}, publisher = {Elsevier}, address = {Amsterdam}, issn = {0047-259X}, doi = {10.1016/j.jmva.2016.11.004}, pages = {177 -- 198}, year = {2017}, abstract = {Hotelling's T² tests in paired and independent survey samples are compared using the traditional asymptotic efficiency concepts of Hodges-Lehmann, Bahadur and Pitman, as well as through criteria based on the volumes of corresponding confidence regions. Conditions characterizing the superiority of a procedure are given in terms of population canonical correlation type coefficients. Statistical tests for checking these conditions are developed. Test statistics based on the eigenvalues of a symmetrized sample cross-covariance matrix are suggested, as well as test statistics based on sample canonical correlation type coefficients.}, language = {en} } @article{CzarneckiGeierPflug2017, author = {Czarnecki, Christian and Geier, Jari and Pflug, Karolin}, title = {Netzvirtualisierung durch SDN und NFV : Unternehmensprozesse auf dem Pr{\"u}fstand}, series = {LANline}, journal = {LANline}, publisher = {AWI Aktuelles Wissen Verl.-Ges.}, address = {Trostberg}, issn = {0942-4172}, year = {2017}, abstract = {Kundenanforderungen an Netzwerke haben sich in den vergangenen Jahren stark ver{\"a}ndert. Mit NFV und SDN sind Unternehmen technisch in der Lage, diesen gerecht zu werden. Die Provider stehen jedoch vor großen Herausforderungen: Insbesondere Produkte und Prozesse m{\"u}ssen angepasst und agiler werden, um die St{\"a}rken von NFV und SDN zum Kundenvorteil auszuspielen.}, language = {de} } @article{SteuerDankertSharmaBlecketal.2017, author = {Steuer-Dankert, Linda and Sharma, Mamta Rameshwarlal and Bleck, Wolfgang and Leicht-Scholten, Carmen}, title = {Diversity and innovation management in large research groups}, series = {International Journal of Innovation Management}, volume = {5}, journal = {International Journal of Innovation Management}, number = {2}, issn = {1757-5877}, pages = {49 -- 72}, year = {2017}, abstract = {Contemporary research appreciates a diverse workforce as a potential source of innovation. Researchers explore the fine details of why diversity management is central for generating innovations in heterogeneous research groups and how it could be effectively implemented into organizations. Complex research associations that discuss topics with a high impact on society increasingly address the necessity of establishing a diverse workforce to confront the challenges of tomorrow. Characterized by complex management structures as well as hierarchies, research associations have not been a subject of investigation until now. For this reason, the presented research project aims to develop a diversity and innovation management strategy with the ultimate goal of inducing change in the corporate culture. The proposed approach consisted of six phases; the first two phases investigated the status quo of diversity in the existing organizational structures of member institutes and the variety of particular working cultures within the research association. The third and the fourth phases utilized qualitative and quantitative studies. The third phase focused on the connection of management level to diversity and innovation, and the need for diversity and innovation management, and tailor-made methods of implementing them. The first three phases have been accomplished successfully; preliminary results are already available. The fourth phase will mainly focus on exploring the mind-set of the employees. The fifth phase will consolidate the findings in the first four phases into an implementable strategy. The final phase will address the implementation of this strategy into the organization. Phases 4 to 6 have not yet been undertaken}, language = {en} } @article{GollandKriegesmann2017, author = {Golland, Alexander and Kriegesmann, Torben}, title = {Der Schutz virtueller Identit{\"a}ten durch die DSGVO}, series = {PinG Privacy in Germany}, volume = {5}, journal = {PinG Privacy in Germany}, number = {2}, editor = {H{\"a}rting, Niko}, publisher = {Erich Schmidt Verlag}, address = {Berlin}, isbn = {2197-1862}, doi = {10.37307/j.2196-9817.2017.02.03}, pages = {45 -- 50}, year = {2017}, abstract = {Die Frage des Schutzes von virtuellen Identit{\"a}ten ist - insbesondere bei Online-Medien - von elementarer Bedeutung: Ihre Beantwortung entscheidet {\"u}ber die Anwendbarkeit des Datenschutzrechts auf vermeintlich anonyme Nutzerprofile im Internet. Eine differenzierte Auseinandersetzung mit der Problematik, ob und unter welchen Umst{\"a}nden virtuelle Identit{\"a}ten dem Datenschutzrecht unterfallen, fehlt bislang. Der vorliegende Beitrag gibt einen {\"U}berblick {\"u}ber den Schutz virtueller Identit{\"a}ten und zeigt Ans{\"a}tze auf, mittels derer bestimmt werden kann, wann virtuelle Identit{\"a}ten nach Inkrafttreten der DSGVO durch das Datenschutzrecht gesch{\"u}tzt werden.}, language = {de} } @article{AyedKustererFunkeetal.2017, author = {Ayed, Anis Haj and Kusterer, Karsten and Funke, Harald and Keinz, Jan and Bohn, D.}, title = {CFD based exploration of the dry-low-NOx hydrogen micromix combustion technology at increased energy densities}, series = {Propulsion and Power Research}, volume = {6}, journal = {Propulsion and Power Research}, number = {1}, publisher = {Elsevier}, address = {Amsterdam}, isbn = {2212-540X}, doi = {10.1016/j.jppr.2017.01.005}, pages = {15 -- 24}, year = {2017}, language = {en} } @article{Butenweg2017, author = {Butenweg, Christoph}, title = {Die neue Erdbebenfibel. Neue Hilfsmittel f{\"u}r die Leichtbetonindustrie}, series = {Tagungsband 61. Ulmer Beton Tage 2017}, journal = {Tagungsband 61. Ulmer Beton Tage 2017}, year = {2017}, language = {de} } @article{ButenwegRosinHoller2017, author = {Butenweg, Christoph and Rosin, Julia and Holler, Stefan}, title = {Analysis of cylindrical granular material silos under seismic excitation}, series = {Buildings}, volume = {7}, journal = {Buildings}, number = {3}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, issn = {2075-5309}, doi = {10.3390/buildings7030061}, pages = {1 -- 12}, year = {2017}, abstract = {Silos generally work as storage structures between supply and demand for various goods, and their structural safety has long been of interest to the civil engineering profession. This is especially true for dynamically loaded silos, e.g., in case of seismic excitation. Particularly thin-walled cylindrical silos are highly vulnerable to seismic induced pressures, which can cause critical buckling phenomena of the silo shell. The analysis of silos can be carried out in two different ways. In the first, the seismic loading is modeled through statically equivalent loads acting on the shell. Alternatively, a time history analysis might be carried out, in which nonlinear phenomena due to the filling as well as the interaction between the shell and the granular material are taken into account. The paper presents a comparison of these approaches. The model used for the nonlinear time history analysis considers the granular material by means of the intergranular strain approach for hypoplasticity theory. The interaction effects between the granular material and the shell is represented by contact elements. Additionally, soil-structure interaction effects are taken into account.}, language = {en} }