@article{OrzadaLaddBitz2016,
  author    = {Orzada, Stephan and Ladd, Mark E. and Bitz, Andreas},
  title     = {A method to approximate maximum local SAR in multichannel transmit MR systems without transmit phase information},
  series = {Magnetic Resonance in Medicine},
  volume    = {78},
  journal   = {Magnetic Resonance in Medicine},
  number    = {2},
  publisher = {International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine},
  issn      = {1522-2594},
  doi       = {10.1002/mrm.26398},
  pages     = {805 -- 811},
  year      = {2016},
  abstract  = {Purpose To calculate local specific absorption rate (SAR) correctly, both the amplitude and phase of the signal in each transmit channel have to be known. In this work, we propose a method to derive a conservative upper bound for the local SAR, with a reasonable safety margin without knowledge of the transmit phases of the channels. Methods The proposed method uses virtual observation points (VOPs). Correction factors are calculated for each set of VOPs that prevent underestimation of local SAR when the VOPs are applied with the correct amplitudes but fixed phases. Results The proposed method proved to be superior to the worst-case calculation based on the maximum eigenvalue of the VOPs. The mean overestimation for six coil setups could be reduced, whereas no underestimation of the maximum local SAR occurred. In the best investigated case, the overestimation could be reduced from a factor of 3.3 to a factor of 1.7. Conclusion The upper bound for the local SAR calculated with the proposed method allows a fast estimation of the local SAR based on power measurements in the transmit channels and facilitates SAR monitoring in systems that do not have the capability to monitor transmit phases},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{HeuermannHarzheimMuehmel2021,
  author    = {Heuermann, Holger and Harzheim, Thomas and M{\"u}hmel, Marc},
  title     = {A maritime harmonic radar search and rescue system using passive and active tags},
  series = {2020 17th European Radar Conference (EuRAD)},
  booktitle = {2020 17th European Radar Conference (EuRAD)},
  publisher = {IEEE},
  address   = {New York, NY},
  isbn      = {978-2-87487-061-3},
  doi       = {10.1109/EuRAD48048.2021.00030},
  pages     = {73 -- 76},
  year      = {2021},
  abstract  = {This article introduces a new maritime search and rescue system based on S-band illumination harmonic radar (HR). Passive and active tags have been developed and tested attached to life jackets and a rescue boat. This system was able to detect and range the active tags up to a range of 5800 m in tests on the Baltic Sea with an antenna input power of only 100 W. All electronic GHz components of the system, excluding the S-band power amplifier, were custom developed for this purpose. Special attention is given to the performance and conceptual differences between passive and active tags used in the system and integration with a maritime X-band navigation radar is demonstrated.},
  language  = {en}
}
@article{BragardvanHoekDeDoncker2012,
  author    = {Bragard, Michael and van Hoek, H. and De Doncker, R. W.},
  title     = {A major design step in IETO concept realization that allows overcurrent protection and pushes limits of switching performance},
  series = {IEEE transactions on power electronics},
  volume    = {27},
  journal   = {IEEE transactions on power electronics},
  number    = {9},
  publisher = {IEEE},
  address   = {New York},
  issn      = {0885-8993},
  doi       = {10.1109/TPEL.2012.2189136},
  pages     = {4163 -- 4171},
  year      = {2012},
  abstract  = {This paper presents the latest prototype of the integrated emitter turn-off thyristor concept, which potentially ranks among thyristor high-power devices like the gate turn-off thyristor and the integrated gate-commutated thyristor (IGCT). Due to modifications of the external driver stage and mechanical press-pack design optimization, this prototype allows for full device characterization. The turn-off capability was increased to 1600 A with an active silicon area of 823mm2 . This leads to a transient peak power of 672.1kW/cm² . Within this paper, measurements and concept assessment are presented and a comparison to state-of-the-art IGCT devices is provided.},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{NiemuellerFerreinLakemeyer2010,
  author    = {Niem{\"u}ller, Tim and Ferrein, Alexander and Lakemeyer, Gerhard},
  title     = {A Lua-based behavior engine for controlling the humanoid robot Nao},
  series = {RoboCup 2009: Robot Soccer World Cup XIII},
  booktitle = {RoboCup 2009: Robot Soccer World Cup XIII},
  publisher = {Springer},
  address   = {Berlin},
  doi       = {10.1007/978-3-642-11876-0_21},
  pages     = {240 -- 251},
  year      = {2010},
  abstract  = {The high-level decision making process of an autonomous robot can be seen as an hierarchically organised entity, where strategical decisions are made on the topmost layer, while the bottom layer serves as driver for the hardware. In between is a layer with monitoring and reporting functionality. In this paper we propose a behaviour engine for this middle layer which, based on formalism of hybrid state machines (HSMs), bridges the gap between high-level strategic decision making and low-level actuator control. The behaviour engine has to execute and monitor behaviours and reports status information back to the higher level. To be able to call the behaviours or skills hierarchically, we extend the model of HSMs with dependencies and sub-skills. These Skill-HSMs are implemented in the lightweight but expressive Lua scripting language which is well-suited to implement the behaviour engine on our target platform, the humanoid robot Nao.},
  language  = {en}
}
@article{FerreinRensMeyeretal.2011,
  author    = {Ferrein, Alexander and Rens, Gavin and Meyer, Thomas and Lakemeyer, Gerhard},
  title     = {A Logic for Specifying Partially Observable Stochastic Domains},
  series = {Proceedings of the Ninth International Workshop pn non-Monotonic Reasoning, Action and Change (NRAC`11)},
  journal   = {Proceedings of the Ninth International Workshop pn non-Monotonic Reasoning, Action and Change (NRAC`11)},
  pages     = {15 -- 22},
  year      = {2011},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{RensVarzinczakMeyeretal.2010,
  author    = {Rens, Gavin and Varzinczak, Ivan and Meyer, Thomas and Ferrein, Alexander},
  title     = {A Logic for Reasoning about Actions and Explicit Observations},
  series = {AI 2010: Advances in Artificial Intelligence},
  booktitle = {AI 2010: Advances in Artificial Intelligence},
  publisher = {Springer},
  address   = {Berlin},
  doi       = {10.1007/978-3-642-17432-2_40},
  pages     = {395 -- 404},
  year      = {2010},
  abstract  = {We propose a formalism for reasoning about actions based on multi-modal logic which allows for expressing observations as first-class objects. We introduce a new modal operator, namely [o |α], which allows us to capture the notion of perceiving an observation given that an action has taken place. Formulae of the type [o |α]ϕ mean 'after perceiving observation o, given α was performed, necessarily ϕ'. In this paper, we focus on the challenges concerning sensing with explicit observations, and acting with nondeterministic effects. We present the syntax and semantics, and a correct and decidable tableau calculus for the logic},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{LimpertSchifferFerrein2015,
  author    = {Limpert, Nicolas and Schiffer, Stefan and Ferrein, Alexander},
  title     = {A Local Planner for Ackermann-Driven Vehicles in ROS SBPL},
  series = {Proceedings of the International Conference on Pattern Recognition Association of South Africa and Robotics and Mechatronics (PRASA-RobMech), 2015},
  booktitle = {Proceedings of the International Conference on Pattern Recognition Association of South Africa and Robotics and Mechatronics (PRASA-RobMech), 2015},
  doi       = {10.1109/RoboMech.2015.7359518},
  pages     = {172 -- 177},
  year      = {2015},
  language  = {en}
}
@article{CzarneckiSpiliopoulou2012,
  author    = {Czarnecki, Christian and Spiliopoulou, Myra},
  title     = {A holistic framework for the implementation of a next generation network},
  series = {International Journal of Business Information Systems},
  volume    = {9},
  journal   = {International Journal of Business Information Systems},
  number    = {4},
  publisher = {Inderscience Enterprises},
  address   = {Olney, Bucks},
  issn      = {1746-0972},
  doi       = {10.1504/IJBIS.2012.046291},
  pages     = {385 -- 401},
  year      = {2012},
  abstract  = {As the potential of a next generation network (NGN) is recognised, telecommunication companies consider switching to it. Although the implementation of an NGN seems to be merely a modification of the network infrastructure, it may trigger or require changes in the whole company, because it builds upon the separation between service and transport, a flexible bundling of services to products and the streamlining of the IT infrastructure. We propose a holistic framework, structured into the layers 'strategy', 'processes' and 'information systems' and incorporate into each layer all concepts necessary for the implementation of an NGN, as well as the alignment of these concepts. As a first proof-of-concept for our framework we have performed a case study on the introduction of NGN in a large telecommunication company; we show that our framework captures all topics that are affected by an NGN implementation.},
  language  = {en}
}
@article{RauschFriesenAltherretal.2018,
  author    = {Rausch, Lea and Friesen, John and Altherr, Lena and Meck, Marvin and Pelz, Peter F.},
  title     = {A holistic concept to design optimal water supply infrastructures for informal settlements using remote sensing data},
  series = {Remote Sensing},
  volume    = {10},
  journal   = {Remote Sensing},
  number    = {2},
  publisher = {MDPI},
  address   = {Basel},
  isbn      = {2072-4292},
  doi       = {10.3390/rs10020216},
  pages     = {1 -- 23},
  year      = {2018},
  abstract  = {Ensuring access to water and sanitation for all is Goal No. 6 of the 17 UN Sustainability Development Goals to transform our world. As one step towards this goal, we present an approach that leverages remote sensing data to plan optimal water supply networks for informal urban settlements. The concept focuses on slums within large urban areas, which are often characterized by a lack of an appropriate water supply. We apply methods of mathematical optimization aiming to find a network describing the optimal supply infrastructure. Hereby, we choose between different decentral and central approaches combining supply by motorized vehicles with supply by pipe systems. For the purposes of illustration, we apply the approach to two small slum clusters in Dhaka and Dar es Salaam. We show our optimization results, which represent the lowest cost water supply systems possible. Additionally, we compare the optimal solutions of the two clusters (also for varying input parameters, such as population densities and slum size development over time) and describe how the result of the optimization depends on the entered remote sensing data.},
  language  = {en}
}
@article{HeuermannSchiek1992,
  author    = {Heuermann, Holger and Schiek, Burkhard},
  title     = {A Generalization of the Txx Network Analyzer Self-Calibration Procedure},
  series = {Conference proceedings : monday 24th to thursday 27th august 1992, Helsinki University of Technology, Espoo, Finland ; [the international conference and exhibition designed for the Microwave Community]. Vol. 2},
  journal   = {Conference proceedings : monday 24th to thursday 27th august 1992, Helsinki University of Technology, Espoo, Finland ; [the international conference and exhibition designed for the Microwave Community]. Vol. 2},
  publisher = {Microwave Exhibitions and Publishers},
  address   = {Tunbridge Wells},
  isbn      = {0-946821-77-1},
  pages     = {907 -- 912},
  year      = {1992},
  language  = {en}
}