@article{BiewendtBlaschkeBoehnert2021, author = {Biewendt, Marcel and Blaschke, Florian and B{\"o}hnert, Arno}, title = {Motivational factors in organisational change}, series = {SocioEconomic Challenges}, volume = {5}, journal = {SocioEconomic Challenges}, number = {3}, publisher = {ARMG}, address = {Sumy}, issn = {2520-6214}, doi = {10.21272/sec.5(3).15-27.2021}, pages = {15 -- 27}, year = {2021}, abstract = {The presented paper gives an overview of the most important and most common theories and concepts from the economic field of organisational change and is also enriched with quantitative publication data, which underlines the relevance of the topic. In particular, the topic presented is interwoven in an interdisciplinary way with economic psychological models, which are underpinned within the models with content from leading scholars in the field. The pace of change in companies is accelerating, as is technological change in our society. Adaptations of the corporate structure, but also of management techniques and tasks, are therefore indispensable. This includes not only the right approaches to employee motivation, but also the correct use of intrinsic and extrinsic motivational factors. Based on the hypothesis put forward by the scientist and researcher Rollinson in his book "Organisational behaviour and analysis" that managers believe motivational resources are available at all times, socio-economic and economic psychological theories are contrasted here in order to critically examine this statement. In addition, a fictitious company was created as a model for this work in order to illustrate the effects of motivational deficits in practice. In this context, the theories presented are applied to concrete problems within the model and conclusions are drawn about their influence and applicability. This led to the conclusion that motivation is a very individual challenge for each employee, which requires adapted and personalised approaches. On the other hand, the recommendations for action for supervisors in the case of motivation deficits also cannot be answered in a blanket manner, but can only be solved with the help of professional, expert-supported processing due to the economic-psychological realities of motivation. Identifying, analysing and remedying individual employee motivation deficits is, according to the authors, a problem and a challenge of great importance, especially in the context of rapidly changing ecosystems in modern companies, as motivation also influences other factors such as individual productivity. The authors therefore conclude that good motivation through the individual and customised promotion and further training of employees is an important point for achieving important corporate goals in order to remain competitive on the one hand and to create a productive and pleasant working environment on the other.}, language = {en} } @article{HerssensCowburnAlbrachtetal.2022, author = {Herssens, Nolan and Cowburn, James and Albracht, Kirsten and Braunstein, Bjoern and Cazzola, Dario and Colyer, Steffi and Minetti, Alberto E. and Pavei, Gaspare and Rittweger, J{\"o}rn and Weber, Tobias and Green, David A.}, title = {Movement in low gravity environments (MoLo) programme - the MoLo-L.O.O.P. study protocol}, series = {PLOS ONE / Public Library of Science}, volume = {17}, journal = {PLOS ONE / Public Library of Science}, number = {11}, editor = {Cattaneo, Luigi}, publisher = {Plos}, address = {San Francisco}, issn = {1932-6203}, doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0278051}, pages = {e0278051}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Exposure to prolonged periods in microgravity is associated with deconditioning of the musculoskeletal system due to chronic changes in mechanical stimulation. Given astronauts will operate on the Lunar surface for extended periods of time, it is critical to quantify both external (e.g., ground reaction forces) and internal (e.g., joint reaction forces) loads of relevant movements performed during Lunar missions. Such knowledge is key to predict musculoskeletal deconditioning and determine appropriate exercise countermeasures associated with extended exposure to hypogravity.}, language = {en} } @article{KraffWredeSchoembergetal.2013, author = {Kraff, Oliver and Wrede, Karsten H. and Schoemberg, Tobias and Dammann, Philipp and Noureddine, Yacine and Orzada, Stephan and Ladd, Mark E. and Bitz, Andreas}, title = {MR safety assessment of potential RF heating from cranial fixation plates at 7 T}, series = {Medical Physics}, volume = {40}, journal = {Medical Physics}, number = {4}, publisher = {Wiley}, address = {Hoboken}, issn = {2473-4209}, doi = {10.1118/1.4795347}, pages = {042302-1 -- 042302-10}, year = {2013}, language = {en} } @article{Mertens1998, author = {Mertens, Josef}, title = {Multi point design challenges for supersonic transports}, series = {Fluid dynamics research on supersonic aircraft : this report is a compilation of the edited proceedings of the special course on "Fluid dynamics research on supersonic aircraft" held at the Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics (VKI) in Rhode-Saint-Genese, Belgium, 25-29 May 1998}, journal = {Fluid dynamics research on supersonic aircraft : this report is a compilation of the edited proceedings of the special course on "Fluid dynamics research on supersonic aircraft" held at the Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics (VKI) in Rhode-Saint-Genese, Belgium, 25-29 May 1998}, publisher = {Research and Technology Organization}, address = {Neuilly-sur-Seine}, isbn = {92-837-1007-X}, pages = {8.1 -- 8.12}, year = {1998}, language = {en} } @article{YoshinobuErmelenkoMourzinaetal.2003, author = {Yoshinobu, T. and Ermelenko, Y. and Mourzina, Y. and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef and Iwasaki, H. and Vlasov, Y.}, title = {Multi-component analysis based on the light-addressable potentiometric sensor (LAPS)}, series = {Proceedings : 11th international conference Sensor 2003; 13 - 15 May 2003, Exhibition Centre Nuremberg, Germany}, journal = {Proceedings : 11th international conference Sensor 2003; 13 - 15 May 2003, Exhibition Centre Nuremberg, Germany}, publisher = {AMA Service}, address = {Wunstorf}, pages = {141 -- 144}, year = {2003}, language = {en} } @article{GoettscheAlexopoulosDuemmleretal.2019, author = {G{\"o}ttsche, Joachim and Alexopoulos, Spiros and D{\"u}mmler, Andreas and Maddineni, S. K.}, title = {Multi-Mirror Array Calculations With Optical Error}, pages = {1 -- 6}, year = {2019}, abstract = {The optical performance of a 2-axis solar concentrator was simulated with the COMSOL Multiphysics® software. The concentrator consists of a mirror array, which was created using the application builder. The mirror facets are preconfigured to form a focal point. During tracking all mirrors are moved simultaneously in a coupled mode by 2 motors in two axes, in order to keep the system in focus with the moving sun. Optical errors on each reflecting surface were implemented in combination with the solar angular cone of ± 4.65 mrad. As a result, the intercept factor of solar radiation that is available to the receiver was calculated as a function of the transversal and longitudinal angles of incidence. In addition, the intensity distribution on the receiver plane was calculated as a function of the incidence angles.}, language = {en} } @article{PoghossianSchultzeSchoening2003, author = {Poghossian, Arshak and Schultze, J. W. and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef}, title = {Multi-parameter detection of (bio-)chemical and physical quantities using an identical transducer principle}, series = {Sensors and Actuators B. 91 (2003), H. 1-3}, journal = {Sensors and Actuators B. 91 (2003), H. 1-3}, isbn = {0925-4005}, pages = {83 -- 91}, year = {2003}, language = {en} } @article{HuckPoghossianBaeckeretal.2015, author = {Huck, Christina and Poghossian, Arshak and B{\"a}cker, Matthias and Reisert, Steffen and Kramer, Friederike and Begoyan, Vardges K. and Buniatyan, Vahe V. and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef}, title = {Multi-parameter sensing using high-k oxide of barium strontium titanate}, series = {Physica status solidi (a)}, volume = {212}, journal = {Physica status solidi (a)}, number = {6}, publisher = {Wiley}, address = {Weinheim}, issn = {1862-6319}, doi = {10.1002/pssa.201431911}, pages = {1259}, year = {2015}, abstract = {High-k perovskite oxide of barium strontium titanate (BST) represents a very attractive multi-functional transducer material for the development of (bio-)chemical sensors. In this work, a Si-based sensor chip containing Pt interdigitated electrodes covered with a thin BST layer (485 nm) has been developed for multi-parameter chemical sensing. The chip has been applied for the contactless measurement of the electrolyte conductivity, the detection of adsorbed charged macromolecules (positively charged polyelectrolytes of polyethylenimine) and the concentration of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) vapor. The experimental results of functional testing of individual sensors are presented. The mechanism of the BST sensitivity to charged polyelectrolytes and H2O2 vapor has been proposed and discussed.}, language = {en} } @article{ReisertSchneiderGeissleretal.2013, author = {Reisert, Steffen and Schneider, Benno and Geissler, Hanno and Gompel, Matthias van and Wagner, Patrick and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef}, title = {Multi-sensor chip for the investigation of different types of metal oxides for the detection of H2O2 in the ppm range}, series = {physica status solidi (a)}, volume = {210}, journal = {physica status solidi (a)}, number = {5}, publisher = {Wiley}, address = {Weinheim}, issn = {1862-6319}, pages = {898 -- 904}, year = {2013}, abstract = {In this work, a multi-sensor chip for the investigation of the sensing properties of different types of metal oxides towards hydrogen peroxide in the ppm range is presented. The fabrication process and physical characterization of the multi-sensor chip are described. Pure SnO2 and WO3 as well as Pd- and Pt-doped SnO2 films are characterized in terms of their sensitivity to H2O2. The sensing films have been prepared by drop-coating of water-dispensed nano-powders. A physical characterization, including scanning electron microscopy and X-ray diffraction analysis of the deposited metal-oxide films, was done. From the measurements in hydrogen peroxide atmosphere, it could be shown, that all of the tested metal oxide films are suitable for the detection of H2O2 in the ppm range. The highest sensitivity and reproducibility was achieved using Pt-doped SnO2. Calibration plot of a SnO2, WO3, Pt-, and Pd-doped SnO2 gas sensor for H2O2 concentrations in the ppm range.}, language = {en} } @article{MiyamotoWagnerSchoeningetal.2011, author = {Miyamoto, K. and Wagner, Torsten and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef and Yoshinobu, T.}, title = {Multi-well structure for cell culture on the chemical imaging sensor}, publisher = {IEEE}, address = {New York}, pages = {2130 -- 2132}, year = {2011}, language = {en} } @article{AdelsElbersDiehletal.2023, author = {Adels, Klaudia and Elbers, Gereon and Diehl, Bernd and Monakhova, Yulia}, title = {Multicomponent analysis of dietary supplements containing glucosamine and chondroitin: comparative low- and high-field NMR spectroscopic study}, series = {Analytical Sciences}, volume = {2023}, journal = {Analytical Sciences}, publisher = {Springer Verlag}, address = {Cham}, issn = {1348-2246 (Online)}, doi = {10.1007/s44211-023-00433-2}, pages = {13 Seiten}, year = {2023}, abstract = {With the prevalence of glucosamine- and chondroitin-containing dietary supplements for people with osteoarthritis in the marketplace, it is important to have an accurate and reproducible analytical method for the quantitation of these compounds in finished products. NMR spectroscopic method based both on low- (80 MHz) and high- (500-600 MHz) field NMR instrumentation was established, compared and validated for the determination of chondroitin sulfate and glucosamine in dietary supplements. The proposed method was applied for analysis of 20 different dietary supplements. In the majority of cases, quantification results obtained on the low-field NMR spectrometer are similar to those obtained with high-field 500-600 MHz NMR devices. Validation results in terms of accuracy, precision, reproducibility, limit of detection and recovery demonstrated that the developed method is fit for purpose for the marketed products. The NMR method was extended to the analysis of methylsulfonylmethane, adulterant maltodextrin, acetate and inorganic ions. Low-field NMR can be a quicker and cheaper alternative to more expensive high-field NMR measurements for quality control of the investigated dietary supplements. High-field NMR instrumentation can be more favorable for samples with complex composition due to better resolution, simultaneously giving the possibility of analysis of inorganic species such as potassium and chloride.}, language = {en} } @article{SchubertSchoeningMourzinaetal.2001, author = {Schubert, J. and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef and Mourzina, Y. G. and Legin, A. V. and Vlasov, Y. G. and Zander, W. and L{\"u}th, H.}, title = {Multicomponent thin films for electrochemical sensor applications prepared by pulsed laser deposition}, series = {Sensors and Actuators B. 76 (2001), H. 1-3}, journal = {Sensors and Actuators B. 76 (2001), H. 1-3}, isbn = {0925-4005}, pages = {327 -- 330}, year = {2001}, language = {en} } @article{JacobsQuernheim1990, author = {Jacobs, Stephan and Quernheim, Ulrich}, title = {Multicopy ARQ Error Control Techniques for Multipoint Satellite Links / Ulrich Quernheim, Stephan Jacobs}, series = {Proceedings of the IFIP TC 6 International Conference on Information Network and Data Communication : Lillehammer, Norway, 26 - 29 March, 1990 / ed. by Dipak Khakhar ...}, journal = {Proceedings of the IFIP TC 6 International Conference on Information Network and Data Communication : Lillehammer, Norway, 26 - 29 March, 1990 / ed. by Dipak Khakhar ...}, publisher = {North-Holland}, address = {Amsterdam [u.a.]}, isbn = {0-444-88696-6}, pages = {XI, 411 S. : Ill., graph. Darst.}, year = {1990}, language = {en} } @article{AltherrEdererPoettgenetal.2015, author = {Altherr, Lena and Ederer, Thorsten and P{\"o}ttgen, Philipp and Lorenz, Ulf and Pelz, Peter F.}, title = {Multicriterial optimization of technical systems considering multiple load and availability scenarios}, series = {Applied Mechanics and Materials}, volume = {807}, journal = {Applied Mechanics and Materials}, editor = {Pelz, Peter F. and Groche, Peter}, isbn = {1660-9336}, doi = {10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.807.247}, pages = {247 -- 256}, year = {2015}, abstract = {Cheap does not imply cost-effective -- this is rule number one of zeitgeisty system design. The initial investment accounts only for a small portion of the lifecycle costs of a technical system. In fluid systems, about ninety percent of the total costs are caused by other factors like power consumption and maintenance. With modern optimization methods, it is already possible to plan an optimal technical system considering multiple objectives. In this paper, we focus on an often neglected contribution to the lifecycle costs: downtime costs due to spontaneous failures. Consequently, availability becomes an issue.}, language = {en} } @article{HartungDondetiCastleford2007, author = {Hartung, Frank and Dondeti, L. and Castleford, F.}, title = {Multimedia Internet KEYing (MIKEY) General Extension Payload for Open Mobile Alliance BCAST LTKM/STKM Transport / Dondeti, L. ; Castleford, D. ; Hartung, F.}, pages = {1 -- 7}, year = {2007}, language = {en} } @article{SawadaNakazawaTakenagaetal.2014, author = {Sawada, Kazuaki and Nakazawa, Hirokazu and Takenaga, Shoko and Hizawa, Takeshi and Futagawa, Masato and Dasai, Fumihiro and Sakurai, Takashi and Okumura, Koichi and Hattori, Toshiaki and Ishida, Makoto}, title = {Multimodal bioimage sensor}, series = {IEICE transactions on fundamentals of electronics, communidations and computer sciences}, volume = {E97-A (2014)}, journal = {IEICE transactions on fundamentals of electronics, communidations and computer sciences}, number = {3}, publisher = {IEICE}, address = {Tokyo}, issn = {0916-8508 (Print) ; 1745-1337 (Online)}, doi = {10.1587/transfun.E97.A.726}, pages = {726 -- 733}, year = {2014}, abstract = {To visualize the biochemical distribution two-dimensionally, we invented a solid-state-type ion image sensor that indicates the chemical activity of solutions and cells. The device, which consists of a CCD array covered with a functionalized membrane to detect charge accumulation, is highly sensitive to changes in the concentration and two-dimensional distribution of ions and biomaterials.}, language = {en} } @article{MonakhovaDiehl2022, author = {Monakhova, Yulia and Diehl, Bernd W.K.}, title = {Multinuclear NMR screening of pharmaceuticals using standardization by 2H integral of a deuterated solvent}, series = {Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis}, volume = {209}, journal = {Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis}, number = {Article number: 114530}, publisher = {Elsevier}, isbn = {0731-7085}, doi = {10.1016/j.jpba.2021.114530}, year = {2022}, abstract = {NMR standardization approach that uses the 2H integral of deuterated solvent for quantitative multinuclear analysis of pharmaceuticals is described. As a proof of principle, the existing NMR procedure for the analysis of heparin products according to US Pharmacopeia monograph is extended to the determination of Na+ and Cl- content in this matrix. Quantification is performed based on the ratio of a 23Na (35Cl) NMR integral and 2H NMR signal of deuterated solvent, D2O, acquired using the specific spectrometer hardware. As an alternative, the possibility of 133Cs standardization using the addition of Cs2CO3 stock solution is shown. Validation characteristics (linearity, repeatability, sensitivity) are evaluated. A holistic NMR profiling of heparin products can now also be used for the quantitative determination of inorganic compounds in a single analytical run using a single sample. In general, the new standardization methodology provides an appealing alternative for the NMR screening of inorganic and organic components in pharmaceutical products.}, language = {en} } @article{PrielmeierLang1988, author = {Prielmeier, Franz and Lang, E. W.}, title = {Multinuclear Spin-Lattice Relaxation Time Studies of Supercooled Aqueous LiCl-Solutions / E .W. Lang, F. X. Prielmeier}, series = {Berichte der Bunsen-Gesellschaft f{\"u}r Physikalische Chemie. 92 (1988)}, journal = {Berichte der Bunsen-Gesellschaft f{\"u}r Physikalische Chemie. 92 (1988)}, isbn = {0005-9021}, pages = {717}, year = {1988}, language = {en} } @article{Pieper2011, author = {Pieper, Martin}, title = {Multiobjective optimization with expensive objectives applied to a thermodynamic material design problem}, series = {Proceedings in applied mathematics and mechanics : PAMM. 11 (2011), H. 1}, journal = {Proceedings in applied mathematics and mechanics : PAMM. 11 (2011), H. 1}, publisher = {Wiley}, address = {Weinheim}, isbn = {1617-7061}, pages = {733 -- 734}, year = {2011}, language = {en} } @article{HuckPoghossianKerroumietal.2014, author = {Huck, Christina and Poghossian, Arshak and Kerroumi, Iman and Schusser, Sebastian and B{\"a}cker, Matthias and Zander, Willi and Schubert, J{\"u}rgen and Buniatyan, Vahe V. and Martirosyan, Norayr W. and Wagner, Patrick and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef}, title = {Multiparameter sensor chip with Barium Strontium Titanate as multipurpose material}, series = {Electroanalysis}, volume = {26}, journal = {Electroanalysis}, number = {5}, publisher = {Wiley-VCH}, address = {Weinheim}, issn = {1521-4109 (E-Journal); 1040-0397 (Print)}, doi = {10.1002/elan.201400076}, pages = {980 -- 987}, year = {2014}, abstract = {It is well known that biochemical and biotechnological processes are strongly dependent and affected by a variety of physico-chemical parameters such as pH value, temperature, pressure and electrolyte conductivity. Therefore, these quantities have to be monitored or controlled in order to guarantee a stable process operation, optimization and high yield. In this work, a sensor chip for the multiparameter detection of three physico-chemical parameters such as electrolyte conductivity, pH and temperature is realized using barium strontium titanate (BST) as multipurpose material. The chip integrates a capacitively coupled four-electrode electrolyte-conductivity sensor, a capacitive field-effect pH sensor and a thin-film Pt-temperature sensor. Due to the multifunctional properties of BST, it is utilized as final outermost coating layer of the processed sensor chip and serves as passivation and protection layer as well as pH-sensitive transducer material at the same time. The results of testing of the individual sensors of the developed multiparameter sensor chip are presented. In addition, a quasi-simultaneous multiparameter characterization of the sensor chip in buffer solutions with different pH value and electrolyte conductivity is performed. To study the sensor behavior and the suitability of BST as multifunctional material under harsh environmental conditions, the sensor chip was exemplarily tested in a biogas digestate.}, language = {en} } @article{Tran2014, author = {Tran, Duc Hung}, title = {Multiple corporate governance attributes and the cost of capital - Evidence from Germany}, series = {The British Accounting Review}, volume = {46}, journal = {The British Accounting Review}, number = {2}, publisher = {Elsevier}, address = {Amsterdam}, issn = {0890-8389}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bar.2014.02.003}, pages = {179 -- 197}, year = {2014}, abstract = {This paper investigates the extent to which corporate governance affects the cost of debt and equity capital of German exchange-listed companies. I examine corporate governance along three dimensions: financial information quality, ownership structure and board structure. The results suggest that firms with high levels of financial transparency and bonus compensations face lower cost of equity. In addition, block ownership is negatively related to firms' cost of equity when the blockholders are other firms, managers or founding-family members. Consistent with the conjecture that agency costs increase with firm size, I find significant cost of debt effects only in the largest German companies. Here, the creditors demand lower cost of debt from firms with block ownerships held by corporations or banks. My findings demonstrate that a uniform set of governance attributes is unlikely to satisfy suppliers of debt and equity capital equally.}, language = {en} } @article{DachwaldSeboldt2005, author = {Dachwald, Bernd and Seboldt, Wolfgang}, title = {Multiple Near-Earth Asteroid Rendezvous and Sample Return Using First Generation Solar Sailcraft}, series = {Acta Astronautica. 57 (2005), H. 11}, journal = {Acta Astronautica. 57 (2005), H. 11}, isbn = {0094-5765}, pages = {864 -- 875}, year = {2005}, language = {en} } @article{PeloniDachwaldCeriotti2017, author = {Peloni, Alessandro and Dachwald, Bernd and Ceriotti, Matteo}, title = {Multiple near-earth asteroid rendezvous mission: Solar-sailing options}, series = {Advances in Space Research}, journal = {Advances in Space Research}, number = {In Press, Corrected Proof}, publisher = {Elsevier}, address = {Amsterdam}, issn = {0273-1177}, doi = {10.1016/j.asr.2017.10.017}, year = {2017}, language = {en} } @article{DachwaldSeboldtRichter2003, author = {Dachwald, Bernd and Seboldt, Wolfgang and Richter, L.}, title = {Multiple Rendezvous and Sample Return Missions to Near-Earth Asteroids Using Solar Sailcraft}, series = {Proceedings of the Fifth IAA International Conference on Low Cost Planetary Missions : 24 - 26 September 2003, ESTEC, Noordwijk, the Netherlands / [comp. by R. A. Harris]}, journal = {Proceedings of the Fifth IAA International Conference on Low Cost Planetary Missions : 24 - 26 September 2003, ESTEC, Noordwijk, the Netherlands / [comp. by R. A. Harris]}, publisher = {ESA}, address = {Noordwijk}, isbn = {92-9092-853-0}, pages = {351 -- 358}, year = {2003}, language = {en} } @article{DachwaldSeboldtRichter2006, author = {Dachwald, Bernd and Seboldt, Wolfgang and Richter, L.}, title = {Multiple rendezvous and sample return missions to near-Earth objects using solar sailcraft / Dachwald, B. ; Seboldt, W. ; Richter, L.}, series = {Acta Astronautica. 59 (2006), H. 8-11}, journal = {Acta Astronautica. 59 (2006), H. 8-11}, isbn = {0094-5765}, pages = {768 -- 776}, year = {2006}, language = {en} } @article{ReisertGeisslerWeileretal.2015, author = {Reisert, Steffen and Geissler, H. and Weiler, C. and Wagner, P. and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef}, title = {Multiple sensor-type system for monitoring the microbicidal effectiveness of aseptic sterilisation processes}, series = {Food control}, volume = {47}, journal = {Food control}, issn = {1873-7129 (E-Journal); 0956-7135 (Print)}, doi = {10.1016/j.foodcont.2014.07.063}, pages = {615 -- 622}, year = {2015}, abstract = {The present work describes a novel multiple sensor-type system for the real-time analysis of aseptic sterilisation processes employing gaseous hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) as a sterilant. The inactivation kinetics of Bacillus atrophaeus by gaseous H2O2 have been investigated by means of a methodical calibration experiment, taking into account the process variables H2O2 concentration, humidity and gas temperature. It has been found that the microbicidal effectiveness at H2O2 concentrations above 2\% v/v is largely determined by the concentration itself, while at lower H2O2 concentrations, the gas temperature and humidity play a leading role. Furthermore, the responses of different types of gas sensors towards the influencing factors of the sterilisation process have been analysed within the same experiment. Based on a correlation established between the inactivation kinetics and the sensor responses, a calorimetric H2O2 sensor and a metal-oxide semiconductor (MOX) sensor have been identified as possible candidates for monitoring the microbicidal effectiveness of aseptic sterilisation processes employing gaseous H2O2. Therefore, two linear models that describe the relationship between sensor response and microbicidal effectiveness have been proposed.}, language = {en} } @article{AchtsnichtPourshahidiOffenhaeusseretal.2019, author = {Achtsnicht, Stefan and Pourshahidi, Ali Mohammad and Offenh{\"a}usser, Andreas and Krause, Hans-Joachim}, title = {Multiplex detection of different magnetic beads using frequency scanning in magnetic frequency mixing technique}, series = {Sensors}, volume = {19}, journal = {Sensors}, number = {11}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, issn = {1424-8220}, doi = {10.3390/s19112599}, pages = {13 Seiten}, year = {2019}, abstract = {In modern bioanalytical methods, it is often desired to detect several targets in one sample within one measurement. Immunological methods including those that use superparamagnetic beads are an important group of techniques for these applications. The goal of this work is to investigate the feasibility of simultaneously detecting different superparamagnetic beads acting as markers using the magnetic frequency mixing technique. The frequency of the magnetic excitation field is scanned while the lower driving frequency is kept constant. Due to the particles' nonlinear magnetization, mixing frequencies are generated. To record their amplitude and phase information, a direct digitization of the pickup-coil's signal with subsequent Fast Fourier Transformation is performed. By synchronizing both magnetic beads using frequency scanning in magnetic frequency mixing technique magnetic fields, a stable phase information is gained. In this research, it is shown that the amplitude of the dominant mixing component is proportional to the amount of superparamagnetic beads inside a sample. Additionally, it is shown that the phase does not show this behaviour. Excitation frequency scans of different bead types were performed, showing different phases, without correlation to their diverse amplitudes. Two commercially available beads were selected and a determination of their amount in a mixture is performed as a demonstration for multiplex measurements.}, language = {en} } @article{PourshahidiAchtsnichtNambipareecheeetal.2021, author = {Pourshahidi, Ali Mohammad and Achtsnicht, Stefan and Nambipareechee, Mrinal Murali and Offenh{\"a}usser, Andreas and Krause, Hans-Joachim}, title = {Multiplex detection of magnetic beads using offset field dependent frequency mixing magnetic detection}, series = {Sensors}, volume = {21}, journal = {Sensors}, number = {17}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, issn = {1424-8220}, doi = {10.3390/s21175859}, pages = {16 Seiten}, year = {2021}, abstract = {Magnetic immunoassays employing Frequency Mixing Magnetic Detection (FMMD) have recently become increasingly popular for quantitative detection of various analytes. Simultaneous analysis of a sample for two or more targets is desirable in order to reduce the sample amount, save consumables, and save time. We show that different types of magnetic beads can be distinguished according to their frequency mixing response to a two-frequency magnetic excitation at different static magnetic offset fields. We recorded the offset field dependent FMMD response of two different particle types at frequencies ƒ₁ + n⋅ƒ₂, n = 1, 2, 3, 4 with ƒ₁ = 30.8 kHz and ƒ₂ = 63 Hz. Their signals were clearly distinguishable by the locations of the extremes and zeros of their responses. Binary mixtures of the two particle types were prepared with different mixing ratios. The mixture samples were analyzed by determining the best linear combination of the two pure constituents that best resembled the measured signals of the mixtures. Using a quadratic programming algorithm, the mixing ratios could be determined with an accuracy of greater than 14\%. If each particle type is functionalized with a different antibody, multiplex detection of two different analytes becomes feasible.}, language = {en} } @article{KarschuckSchmidtAchtsnichtetal.2023, author = {Karschuck, Tobias and Schmidt, Stefan and Achtsnicht, Stefan and Poghossian, Arshak and Wagner, Patrick and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef}, title = {Multiplexing system for automated characterization of a capacitive field-effect sensor array}, series = {Physica Status Solidi A}, volume = {220}, journal = {Physica Status Solidi A}, number = {22}, publisher = {Wiley-VCH}, address = {Weinheim}, issn = {1862-6300 (Print)}, doi = {10.1002/pssa.202300265}, pages = {7 Seiten}, year = {2023}, abstract = {In comparison to single-analyte devices, multiplexed systems for a multianalyte detection offer a reduced assay time and sample volume, low cost, and high throughput. Herein, a multiplexing platform for an automated quasi-simultaneous characterization of multiple (up to 16) capacitive field-effect sensors by the capacitive-voltage (C-V) and the constant-capacitance (ConCap) mode is presented. The sensors are mounted in a newly designed multicell arrangement with one common reference electrode and are electrically connected to the impedance analyzer via the base station. A Python script for the automated characterization of the sensors executes the user-defined measurement protocol. The developed multiplexing system is tested for pH measurements and the label-free detection of ligand-stabilized, charged gold nanoparticles.}, language = {en} } @article{Heuermann2006, author = {Heuermann, Holger}, title = {Multiport S-parameter calculation from two-port network analyzer measurements with or without switch matrix}, series = {ARFTG Conference, 2006 67th, San Francisco, CA}, journal = {ARFTG Conference, 2006 67th, San Francisco, CA}, isbn = {978-0-7803-9529-9}, pages = {219 -- 222}, year = {2006}, language = {en} } @article{SvaneborgKarimiVarzanehHojdisetal.2016, author = {Svaneborg, Carsten and Karimi-Varzaneh, Hossein Ali and Hojdis, Nils and Fleck, Franz and Everaers, Ralf}, title = {Multiscale approach to equilibrating model polymer melts}, series = {Physical Review E}, volume = {94}, journal = {Physical Review E}, number = {032502}, publisher = {AIP Publishing}, address = {Melville, NY}, issn = {2470-0053}, doi = {10.1103/PhysRevE.94.032502}, year = {2016}, abstract = {We present an effective and simple multiscale method for equilibrating Kremer Grest model polymer melts of varying stiffness. In our approach, we progressively equilibrate the melt structure above the tube scale, inside the tube and finally at the monomeric scale. We make use of models designed to be computationally effective at each scale. Density fluctuations in the melt structure above the tube scale are minimized through a Monte Carlo simulated annealing of a lattice polymer model. Subsequently the melt structure below the tube scale is equilibrated via the Rouse dynamics of a force-capped Kremer-Grest model that allows chains to partially interpenetrate. Finally the Kremer-Grest force field is introduced to freeze the topological state and enforce correct monomer packing. We generate 15 melts of 500 chains of 10.000 beads for varying chain stiffness as well as a number of melts with 1.000 chains of 15.000 monomers. To validate the equilibration process we study the time evolution of bulk, collective, and single-chain observables at the monomeric, mesoscopic, and macroscopic length scales. Extension of the present method to longer, branched, or polydisperse chains, and/or larger system sizes is straightforward.}, language = {en} } @article{KhaydukovaZadorozhnayaKirsanovetal.2014, author = {Khaydukova, M. M. and Zadorozhnaya, O. A. and Kirsanov, D. O. and Iken, Heiko and Rolka, David and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef and Babain, V. A. and Vlasov, Yu. G. and Legin, A. V.}, title = {Multivariate processing of atomic-force microscopy images for detection of the response of plasticized polymeric membranes}, series = {Russian journal of applied chemistry}, volume = {87}, journal = {Russian journal of applied chemistry}, number = {3}, publisher = {Springer}, address = {Dordrecht}, issn = {1608-3296 (E-Journal); 1070-4272 (Print)}, doi = {10.1134/S1070427214030112}, pages = {307 -- 314}, year = {2014}, abstract = {The possibility of using the atomic-force microscopy as a method for detection of the analytical signal from plasticized polymeric sensor membranes was analyzed. The surfaces of cadmium-selective membranes based on two polymeric matrices were examined. The digital images were processed with multivariate image analysis techniques. A correlation was found between the surface profile of an ion-selective membrane and the concentration of the ion in solution.}, language = {en} } @article{Ziemons1992, author = {Ziemons, Karl}, title = {Muoproduction of J/ψ and the gluon distribution of the nucleon}, series = {Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Physik C Particles and Fields}, volume = {56}, journal = {Zeitschrift f{\"u}r Physik C Particles and Fields}, number = {1}, isbn = {1431-5858}, pages = {21 -- 28}, year = {1992}, abstract = {Measurements are presented of the inclusive distributions of the J/Ψ meson produced by muons of energy 200 GeV from an ammonia target. The gluon distribution of the nucleon has been derived from the data in the range 0.04 180 days). Greater/maintained stiffness indicated countermeasures were effective. Tissue stiffness was preserved in the majority of muscles (neck, shoulder, back, thigh) but Tibialis Anterior (foot lever muscle) stiffness decreased inflight vs. preflight (p < 0.0001; mean difference 149 N/m) in all 12 crewmembers. The calf muscles showed opposing effects, Gastrocnemius increasing in stiffness Soleus decreasing. Selective stiffness decrements indicate lack of preservation despite daily inflight countermeasures. This calls for more targeted exercises for lower leg muscles with vital roles as ankle joint stabilizers and in gait. Muscle stiffness is a digital biomarker for risk monitoring during future planetary explorations (Moon, Mars), for healthcare management in challenging environments or clinical disorders in people on Earth, to enable effective tailored exercise programmes.}, language = {en} } @article{LiphardtFernandezGonzaloAlbrachtetal.2023, author = {Liphardt, Anna-Maria and Fernandez-Gonzalo, Rodrigo and Albracht, Kirsten and Rittweger, J{\"o}rn and Vico, Laurence}, title = {Musculoskeletal research in human space flight - unmet needs for the success of crewed deep space exploration}, series = {npj Microgravity}, volume = {9}, journal = {npj Microgravity}, number = {Article number: 9}, publisher = {Springer Nature}, issn = {2373-8065}, doi = {10.1038/s41526-023-00258-3}, pages = {1 -- 9}, year = {2023}, abstract = {Based on the European Space Agency (ESA) Science in Space Environment (SciSpacE) community White Paper "Human Physiology - Musculoskeletal system", this perspective highlights unmet needs and suggests new avenues for future studies in musculoskeletal research to enable crewed exploration missions. The musculoskeletal system is essential for sustaining physical function and energy metabolism, and the maintenance of health during exploration missions, and consequently mission success, will be tightly linked to musculoskeletal function. Data collection from current space missions from pre-, during-, and post-flight periods would provide important information to understand and ultimately offset musculoskeletal alterations during long-term spaceflight. In addition, understanding the kinetics of the different components of the musculoskeletal system in parallel with a detailed description of the molecular mechanisms driving these alterations appears to be the best approach to address potential musculoskeletal problems that future exploratory-mission crew will face. These research efforts should be accompanied by technical advances in molecular and phenotypic monitoring tools to provide in-flight real-time feedback.}, language = {en} } @article{BurkhardtSchwarzPanetal.2009, author = {Burkhardt, Klaus and Schwarz, Sonja and Pan, Chengrui and Stelter, Felix and Kotliar, Konstantin and Eynatten, Maxilian von and Sollinger, Daniel and Lanzl, Ines and Heemann, Uwe and Baumann, Marcus}, title = {Myeloid-related protein 8/14 complex describes microcirculatory alterations in patients with type 2 diabetes and nephropathy}, series = {Cardiovascular Diabetology}, volume = {8}, journal = {Cardiovascular Diabetology}, number = {10}, publisher = {-}, isbn = {1475-2840}, pages = {1 -- 8}, year = {2009}, language = {en} } @article{HeinrichsUttingFrauenrathetal.2009, author = {Heinrichs, Uwe and Utting, Jane F. and Frauenrath, Tobias and Hezel, Fabian and Krombach, Gabriele A. and Hodenius, Michael A. J. and Kozerke, Sebastian and Niendorf, Thoralf}, title = {Myocardial T2 mapping free of distortion using susceptibility-weighted fast spin-echo imaging: A feasibility study at 1.5 T and 3.0 T}, series = {Magnetic Resonance in Medicine}, volume = {62}, journal = {Magnetic Resonance in Medicine}, number = {3}, publisher = {Wiley-Liss}, address = {New York}, issn = {1522-2594}, doi = {10.1002/mrm.22054}, pages = {822 -- 828}, year = {2009}, abstract = {This study demonstrates the feasibility of applying free-breathing, cardiac-gated, susceptibility-weighted fast spin-echo imaging together with black blood preparation and navigator-gated respiratory motion compensation for anatomically accurate T₂ mapping of the heart. First, T₂ maps are presented for oil phantoms without and with respiratory motion emulation (T₂ = (22.1 ± 1.7) ms at 1.5 T and T₂ = (22.65 ± 0.89) ms at 3.0 T). T₂ relaxometry of a ferrofluid revealed relaxivities of R2 = (477.9 ± 17) mM⁻¹s⁻¹ and R2 = (449.6 ± 13) mM⁻¹s⁻¹ for UFLARE and multiecho gradient-echo imaging at 1.5 T. For inferoseptal myocardial regions mean T₂ values of 29.9 ± 6.6 ms (1.5 T) and 22.3 ± 4.8 ms (3.0 T) were estimated. For posterior myocardial areas close to the vena cava T₂-values of 24.0 ± 6.4 ms (1.5 T) and 15.4 ± 1.8 ms (3.0 T) were observed. The merits and limitations of the proposed approach are discussed and its implications for cardiac and vascular T₂-mapping are considered.}, language = {en} } @article{PoghossianAbouzarChristiaensetal.2007, author = {Poghossian, Arshak and Abouzar, Maryam H. and Christiaens, P. and Williams, O. A. and Haenen, K. and Wagner, P. and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef}, title = {Nanocrystalline diamond-based field-effect (bio-)chemical sensor}, series = {8. Dresdner Sensor-Symposium : Sensoren f{\"u}r Umwelt, Klima und Sicherheit, Biosensoren und Biosysteme, Sensoren und Sensorsysteme f{\"u}r die Prozesstechnik, Trends in der Sensortechnik, Materialentwicklung f{\"u}r die Sensorik; 8. Dresdner Sensor-Symposium, 10. - 12. Dezember 2007, Dresden / Gerald Gerlach ... (Hg.)}, journal = {8. Dresdner Sensor-Symposium : Sensoren f{\"u}r Umwelt, Klima und Sicherheit, Biosensoren und Biosysteme, Sensoren und Sensorsysteme f{\"u}r die Prozesstechnik, Trends in der Sensortechnik, Materialentwicklung f{\"u}r die Sensorik; 8. Dresdner Sensor-Symposium, 10. - 12. Dezember 2007, Dresden / Gerald Gerlach ... (Hg.)}, publisher = {TUDpress, Verl. der Wissenschaften}, address = {Dresden}, isbn = {978-3-940046-45-1}, pages = {191 -- 194}, year = {2007}, language = {en} } @article{ChristiaensAbouzarPoghossianetal.2007, author = {Christiaens, P. and Abouzar, Maryam H. and Poghossian, Arshak and Wagner, Torsten and Bijnens, N. and Williams, O. A. and Daenen, M. and Haenen, K. and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef and Wagner, P.}, title = {Nanocrystalline diamond-based field-effect capacitive pH sensor}, series = {Transducers '07 Eurosensors XXI : digest of technical papers ; the14th International Conference on Solid-State Sensors, Actuators and Microsystems, June 10-14, 2007, Lyon, France / Gilles Delapierre (Ed.)}, journal = {Transducers '07 Eurosensors XXI : digest of technical papers ; the14th International Conference on Solid-State Sensors, Actuators and Microsystems, June 10-14, 2007, Lyon, France / Gilles Delapierre (Ed.)}, publisher = {IEEE}, address = {Piscataway}, isbn = {1-4244-0841-5}, pages = {1891 -- 1894}, year = {2007}, language = {en} } @article{PoghossianAbouzarRazavietal.2009, author = {Poghossian, Arshak and Abouzar, Maryam H. and Razavi, A. and B{\"a}cker, Matthias and Bijnens, N. and Williams, O. A. and Haenen, K. and Moritz, W. and Wagner, P. and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef}, title = {Nanocrystalline-diamond thin films with high pH and penicillin sensitivity prepared on a capacitive Si-SiO2 structure}, series = {Electrochimica Acta. 54 (2009), H. 25}, journal = {Electrochimica Acta. 54 (2009), H. 25}, isbn = {0013-4686}, pages = {5981 -- 5985}, year = {2009}, language = {en} } @article{MoraisGomesSilvaetal.2017, author = {Morais, Paulo V. and Gomes, Vanderley F., Jr. and Silva, Anielle C. A. and Dantas, Noelio O. and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef and Siqueira, Jos{\´e} R., Jr.}, title = {Nanofilm of ZnO nanocrystals/carbon nanotubes as biocompatible layer for enzymatic biosensors in capacitive field-effect devices}, series = {Journal of Materials Science}, volume = {52}, journal = {Journal of Materials Science}, number = {20}, publisher = {Springer}, address = {Berlin}, issn = {1573-4803}, doi = {10.1007/s10853-017-1369-y}, pages = {12314 -- 12325}, year = {2017}, abstract = {The incorporation of nanomaterials that are biocompatible with different types of biological compounds has allowed the development of a new generation of biosensors applied especially in the biomedical field. In particular, the integration of film-based nanomaterials employed in field-effect devices can be interesting to develop biosensors with enhanced properties. In this paper, we studied the fabrication of sensitive nanofilms combining ZnO nanocrystals and carbon nanotubes (CNTs), prepared by means of the layer-by-layer (LbL) technique, in a capacitive electrolyte-insulator-semiconductor (EIS) structure for detecting glucose and urea. The ZnO nanocrystals were incorporated in a polymeric matrix of poly(allylamine) hydrochloride (PAH), and arranged with multi-walled CNTs in a LbL PAH-ZnO/CNTs film architecture onto EIS chips. The electrochemical characterizations were performed by capacitance-voltage and constant capacitance measurements, while the morphology of the films was characterized by atomic force microscopy. The enzymes glucose oxidase and urease were immobilized on film's surface for detection of glucose and urea, respectively. In order to obtain glucose and urea biosensors with optimized amount of sensitive films, we investigated the ideal number of bilayers for each detection system. The glucose biosensor showed better sensitivity and output signal for an LbL PAH-ZnO/CNTs nanofilm with 10 bilayers. On the other hand, the urea biosensor presented enhanced properties even for the first bilayer, exhibiting high sensitivity and output signal. The presence of the LbL PAH-ZnO/CNTs films led to biosensors with better sensitivity and enhanced response signal, demonstrating that the adequate use of nanostructured films is feasible for proof-of-concept biosensors with improved properties that may be employed for biomedical applications.}, language = {en} } @article{AbouzarIngebrandtPoghossianetal.2009, author = {Abouzar, Maryam H. and Ingebrandt, S. and Poghossian, Arshak and Zhang, Y. and Vu, X. T. and Moritz, W. and Sch{\"o}ning, Michael Josef}, title = {Nanoplate field-effect capacitive (bio-)chemical sensor array based on SOI structure}, series = {Procedia Chemistry. 1 (2009), H. 1}, journal = {Procedia Chemistry. 1 (2009), H. 1}, isbn = {1876-6196}, pages = {670 -- 673}, year = {2009}, language = {en} } @article{MansurovJandosovKerimkulovaetal.2014, author = {Mansurov, Z. A. and Jandosov, J. M. and Kerimkulova, A. R. and Azat, S. and Zhubanova, A. A. and Digel, Ilya and Savistkaya, I. S. and Akimbekov, Nuraly S. and Kistaubaeva, A. S.}, title = {Nanostructured carbon materials for biomedical use}, series = {Eurasian chemico-technological journal : quarterly journal of the International Higher Education Academy of Sciences}, volume = {15 (2013)}, journal = {Eurasian chemico-technological journal : quarterly journal of the International Higher Education Academy of Sciences}, number = {3}, publisher = {Institute of Combustion Problems}, address = {Almaty}, issn = {1562-3920}, doi = {10.18321/ectj224}, pages = {209 -- 217}, year = {2014}, abstract = {One of the priority trends of carbon nanotechnology is creation of nanocomposite systems. Such carbon nanostructured composites were produced using - raw materials based on the products of agricultural waste, such as grape stones, apricot stones, rice husk. These products have a - wide spectrum of application and can be obtained in large quantities. The Institute of Combustion Problems has carried out the work on synthesis of the nanostructured carbon sorbents for multiple applications including the field of biomedicine. The article presents the data on the synthesis and physico-chemical properties of carbonaceous sorbents using physicochemical methods of investigation: separation and purification of biomolecules; isolation of phytohormone - fusicoccin; adsorbent INGO-1 in the form of an adsorption column for blood detoxification, oral (entero) sorbent - INGO-2; the study of efferent and probiotic properties and sorption activity in regard to the lipopolysaccharide (LPS), new biocomposites - based on carbonized rice husk (CRH) and cellular microorganisms; the use of CRH in wound treatment. A new material for blood detoxication (INGO-1) has been obtained. Adsorption of p-cresyl sulfate and indoxyl sulfate has shown that active carbon adsorbent can remove clinically significant level of p-cresyl sulfate and indoxyl sulfate from human plasma. Enterosorbent INGO-2 possesses high adsorption activity in relation to Gram-negative bacteria and their endotoxins. INGO-2 slows down the growth of conditionally pathogenic microorganisms, without having a negative effect on bifido and lactobacteria. The use of enterosorbent INGO-2 for sorption therapy may provide a solution to a complex problem - detoxication of the digestive tract and normalization of the intestinal micro ecology. The immobilized probiotic called "Riso-lact" was registered at the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan as a biologically active food additive. The developed technology is patented and provides production of the medicine in the form of freeze-dried biomass immobilized in vials.}, language = {en} } @article{BlomeWilson1996, author = {Blome, Hans-Joachim and Wilson, Thomas L.}, title = {Nanotechnology and Orbital Debris}, series = {Engineering, construction, and operations in space V : proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on Space '96, Albuquerque, New Mexico, June 1-6, 1996 / sponsored by Aerospace Division of the American Society of Civil Engineers ... [et al.]; edite}, journal = {Engineering, construction, and operations in space V : proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on Space '96, Albuquerque, New Mexico, June 1-6, 1996 / sponsored by Aerospace Division of the American Society of Civil Engineers ... [et al.]; edite}, publisher = {The Society}, address = {New York}, isbn = {0-7844-0177-2}, pages = {328 -- 333}, year = {1996}, language = {en} } @article{Laack2014, author = {Laack, Walter van}, title = {Nature is much smarter than expected: the Genetic Code is not degenerate}, series = {American journal of humanities and social sciences}, volume = {Vol. 2}, journal = {American journal of humanities and social sciences}, number = {No. 1}, issn = {2329-0781 (Print) ; 2329-079X (Online)}, pages = {10 -- 12}, year = {2014}, abstract = {In any books about genetics it can still today be read that our genetic code is called "degenerate" because it is still believed that 43 = 64 triplets encode the 20 essential amino acids. Indeed we have to assume the inverse law, what means that 34 = 81 exact code positions are really effective for our genetic code and encode the amino acids, compiled to proteins. This very important discovery leads to two completely new results that are limits-overlooking: 1) 34 (=81) genetic code positions mean exactly the same number as there are stable and naturally existing chemical elements in our universe. This famous argument should now lead to some alternative, as well as new fundamental conclusions about our existence. 2) A genetic code positioning system shows that nature is much smarter than expected: mutations are made less dangerous than believed, because they won't be that easily able any more to cause severe damages in the protein-synthesis. This should also lead to some alternative views upon evolution of life.}, language = {en} } @article{KowalskiLinderZierkeetal.2016, author = {Kowalski, Julia and Linder, Peter and Zierke, S. and Wulfen, B. van and Clemens, J. and Konstantinidis, K. and Ameres, G. and Hoffmann, R. and Mikucki, J. and Tulaczyk, S. and Funke, O. and Blandfort, D. and Espe, Clemens and Feldmann, Marco and Francke, Gero and Hiecker, S. and Plescher, Engelbert and Sch{\"o}ngarth, Sarah and Dachwald, Bernd and Digel, Ilya and Artmann, Gerhard and Eliseev, D. and Heinen, D. and Scholz, F. and Wiebusch, C. and Macht, S. and Bestmann, U. and Reineking, T. and Zetzsche, C. and Schill, K. and F{\"o}rstner, R. and Niedermeier, H. and Szumski, A. and Eissfeller, B. and Naumann, U. and Helbing, K.}, title = {Navigation technology for exploration of glacier ice with maneuverable melting probes}, series = {Cold Regions Science and Technology}, journal = {Cold Regions Science and Technology}, number = {123}, publisher = {Elsevier}, address = {Amsterdam}, issn = {0165-232X}, doi = {10.1016/j.coldregions.2015.11.006}, pages = {53 -- 70}, year = {2016}, abstract = {The Saturnian moon Enceladus with its extensive water bodies underneath a thick ice sheet cover is a potential candidate for extraterrestrial life. Direct exploration of such extraterrestrial aquatic ecosystems requires advanced access and sampling technologies with a high level of autonomy. A new technological approach has been developed as part of the collaborative research project Enceladus Explorer (EnEx). The concept is based upon a minimally invasive melting probe called the IceMole. The force-regulated, heater-controlled IceMole is able to travel along a curved trajectory as well as upwards. Hence, it allows maneuvers which may be necessary for obstacle avoidance or target selection. Maneuverability, however, necessitates a sophisticated on-board navigation system capable of autonomous operations. The development of such a navigational system has been the focal part of the EnEx project. The original IceMole has been further developed to include relative positioning based on in-ice attitude determination, acoustic positioning, ultrasonic obstacle and target detection integrated through a high-level sensor fusion. This paper describes the EnEx technology and discusses implications for an actual extraterrestrial mission concept.}, language = {en} } @article{DruckenmuellerGuentherElbers2018, author = {Druckenm{\"u}ller, Katharina and G{\"u}nther, Klaus and Elbers, Gereon}, title = {Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) as a tool to monitor exhaust air from poultry operations}, series = {Science of the Total Environment}, volume = {630}, journal = {Science of the Total Environment}, publisher = {Elsevier}, address = {Amsterdam}, issn = {0048-9697}, doi = {10.1016/j.scitotenv.2018.02.072}, pages = {536 -- 543}, year = {2018}, abstract = {Intensive poultry operation systems emit a considerable volume of inorganic and organic matter in the surrounding environment. Monitoring cleaning properties of exhaust air cleaning systems and to detect small but significant changes in emission characteristics during a fattening cycle is important for both emission and fattening process control. In the present study, we evaluated the potential of near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) combined with chemometric techniques as a monitoring tool of exhaust air from poultry operation systems. To generate a high-quality data set for evaluation, the exhaust air of two poultry houses was sampled by applying state-of-the-art filter sampling protocols. The two stables were identical except for one crucial difference, the presence or absence of an exhaust air cleaning system. In total, twenty-one exhaust air samples were collected at the two sites to monitor spectral differences caused by the cleaning device, and to follow changes in exhaust air characteristics during a fattening period. The total dust load was analyzed by gravimetric determination and included as a response variable in multivariate data analysis. The filter samples were directly measured with NIR spectroscopy. Principal component analysis (PCA), linear discriminant analysis (LDA), and factor analysis (FA) were effective in classifying the NIR exhaust air spectra according to fattening day and origin. The results indicate that the dust load and the composition of exhaust air (inorganic or organic matter) substantially influence the NIR spectral patterns. In conclusion, NIR spectroscopy as a tool is a promising and very rapid way to detect differences between exhaust air samples based on still not clearly defined circumstances triggered during a fattening period and the availability of an exhaust air cleaning system.}, language = {en} } @article{HellwigVolkmann2004, author = {Hellwig, Angelika and Volkmann, Lutz}, title = {Neighborhood and degree conditions for super-edge-connected bipartite digraphs}, series = {Results in mathematics}, volume = {Vol. 45}, journal = {Results in mathematics}, number = {Iss. 1-2}, issn = {1420-9012 (E-Journal); 1422-6383 (Print)}, pages = {45 -- 58}, year = {2004}, language = {en} } @article{HellwigVolkmann2005, author = {Hellwig, Angelika and Volkmann, Lutz}, title = {Neighborhood conditions for graphs and digraphs to be maximally edge-connected}, series = {Australasian journal of combinatorics}, volume = {Vol. 33}, journal = {Australasian journal of combinatorics}, issn = {10344942 ; 22023518}, pages = {265 -- 277}, year = {2005}, language = {en} }