@misc{KeimerGirbigMayntzetal.2022, author = {Keimer, Jona and Girbig, Leo and Mayntz, Joscha and Tegtmeyer, Philipp and Wendland, Frederik and Dahman, Peter and Fisher, Alex and Dorrington, Graham}, title = {Flight mission optimization for eco-efficiency in consideration of electric regeneration and atmospheric conditions}, series = {AIAA AVIATION 2022 Forum}, journal = {AIAA AVIATION 2022 Forum}, publisher = {AIAA}, address = {Reston, Va.}, doi = {10.2514/6.2022-4118}, year = {2022}, abstract = {The development and operation of hybrid or purely electrically powered aircraft in regional air mobility is a significant challenge for the entire aviation sector. This technology is expected to lead to substantial advances in flight performance, energy efficiency, reliability, safety, noise reduction, and exhaust emissions. Nevertheless, any consumed energy results in heat or carbon dioxide emissions and limited electric energy storage capabilities suppress commercial use. Therefore, the significant challenges to achieving eco-efficient aviation are increased aircraft efficiency, the development of new energy storage technologies, and the optimization of flight operations. Two major approaches for higher eco-efficiency are identified: The first one, is to take horizontal and vertical atmospheric motion phenomena into account. Where, in particular, atmospheric waves hold exciting potential. The second one is the use of the regeneration ability of electric aircraft. The fusion of both strategies is expected to improve efficiency. The objective is to reduce energy consumption during flight while not neglecting commercial usability and convenient flight characteristics. Therefore, an optimized control problem based on a general aviation class aircraft has to be developed and validated by flight experiments. The formulated approach enables a development of detailed knowledge of the potential and limitations of optimizing flight missions, considering the capability of regeneration and atmospheric influences to increase efficiency and range.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{Maurer2022, author = {Maurer, Florian}, title = {Framework to provide a simulative comparison of different energy market designs}, series = {Energy Informatics}, volume = {5}, booktitle = {Energy Informatics}, number = {2, Article number: 12}, publisher = {Springer Nature}, issn = {2520-8942}, doi = {10.1186/s42162-022-00215-6}, pages = {18 -- 20}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Useful market simulations are key to the evaluation of diferent market designs existing of multiple market mechanisms or rules. Yet a simulation framework which has a comparison of diferent market mechanisms in mind was not found. The need to create an objective view on different sets of market rules while investigating meaningful agent strategies concludes that such a simulation framework is needed to advance the research on this subject. An overview of diferent existing market simulation models is given which also shows the research gap and the missing capabilities of those systems. Finally, a methodology is outlined how a novel market simulation which can answer the research questions can be developed.}, language = {en} } @article{PourshahidiAchtsnichtOffenhaeusseretal.2022, author = {Pourshahidi, Ali Mohammad and Achtsnicht, Stefan and Offenh{\"a}usser, Andreas and Krause, Hans-Joachim}, title = {Frequency Mixing Magnetic Detection Setup Employing Permanent Ring Magnets as a Static Offset Field Source}, series = {Sensors}, volume = {22}, journal = {Sensors}, number = {22}, editor = {Offenh{\"a}usser, Andreas}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, issn = {1424-8220}, doi = {10.3390/s22228776}, pages = {12 Seiten}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Frequency mixing magnetic detection (FMMD) has been explored for its applications in fields of magnetic biosensing, multiplex detection of magnetic nanoparticles (MNP) and the determination of core size distribution of MNP samples. Such applications rely on the application of a static offset magnetic field, which is generated traditionally with an electromagnet. Such a setup requires a current source, as well as passive or active cooling strategies, which directly sets a limitation based on the portability aspect that is desired for point of care (POC) monitoring applications. In this work, a measurement head is introduced that involves the utilization of two ring-shaped permanent magnets to generate a static offset magnetic field. A steel cylinder in the ring bores homogenizes the field. By variation of the distance between the ring magnets and of the thickness of the steel cylinder, the magnitude of the magnetic field at the sample position can be adjusted. Furthermore, the measurement setup is compared to the electromagnet offset module based on measured signals and temperature behavior.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{EggertKriska2022, author = {Eggert, Mathias and Kriska, Melina}, title = {Gamification for software development processes - relevant affordances and design principles}, series = {Proceedings of the 55th Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the 55th Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences}, publisher = {HICSS Publishing}, address = {Honolulu}, isbn = {978-0-9981331-5-7}, doi = {10.24251/HICSS.2022.200}, pages = {1614 -- 1623}, year = {2022}, abstract = {A Gamified Information System (GIS) implements game concepts and elements, such as affordances and game design principles to motivate people. Based on the idea to develop a GIS to increase the motivation of software developers to perform software quality tasks, the research work at hand aims at investigating relevant requirements from that target group. Therefore, 14 interviews with software development experts are conducted and analyzed. According to the results, software developers prefer the affordances points, narrative storytelling in a multiplayer and a round-based setting. Furthermore, six design principles for the development of a GIS are derived.}, language = {en} } @article{UlmerBraunChengetal.2022, author = {Ulmer, Jessica and Braun, Sebastian and Cheng, Chi-Tsun and Dowey, Steve and Wollert, J{\"o}rg}, title = {Gamification of virtual reality assembly training: Effects of a combined point and level system on motivation and training results}, series = {International Journal of Human-Computer Studies}, volume = {165}, journal = {International Journal of Human-Computer Studies}, number = {Art. No. 102854}, publisher = {Elsevier}, address = {Amsterdam}, issn = {1071-5819}, doi = {10.1016/j.ijhcs.2022.102854}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Virtual Reality (VR) offers novel possibilities for remote training regardless of the availability of the actual equipment, the presence of specialists, and the training locations. Research shows that training environments that adapt to users' preferences and performance can promote more effective learning. However, the observed results can hardly be traced back to specific adaptive measures but the whole new training approach. This study analyzes the effects of a combined point and leveling VR-based gamification system on assembly training targeting specific training outcomes and users' motivations. The Gamified-VR-Group with 26 subjects received the gamified training, and the Non-Gamified-VR-Group with 27 subjects received the alternative without gamified elements. Both groups conducted their VR training at least three times before assembling the actual structure. The study found that a level system that gradually increases the difficulty and error probability in VR can significantly lower real-world error rates, self-corrections, and support usages. According to our study, a high error occurrence at the highest training level reduced the Gamified-VR-Group's feeling of competence compared to the Non-Gamified-VR-Group, but at the same time also led to lower error probabilities in real-life. It is concluded that a level system with a variable task difficulty should be combined with carefully balanced positive and negative feedback messages. This way, better learning results, and an improved self-evaluation can be achieved while not causing significant impacts on the participants' feeling of competence.}, language = {en} } @book{KurzSchwer2022, author = {Kurz, Melanie and Schwer, Thilo}, title = {Geschichte des Designs}, edition = {1. Auflage}, publisher = {Beck}, address = {M{\"u}nchen}, isbn = {978-3-406-78813-0}, pages = {128 Seiten}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Dieser Band bietet einen kompakten {\"U}berblick {\"u}ber die wichtigsten Stationen des Produktdesigns vom Beginn der Industrialisierung bis heute. Im Zentrum stehen ikonische Alltagsgegenst{\"a}nde vom Thonet-Stuhl bis zum iPhone. Anschaulich und kenntnisreich nehmen Melanie Kurz und Thilo Schwer dabei auch die gesellschaftspolitische Situation, in der die Objekte entstanden sind, in den Blick.}, language = {de} } @masterthesis{Meesters2022, type = {Bachelor Thesis}, author = {Meesters, Elena}, title = {Gestaltung eines h{\"a}uslichen Telemonitoringsystems zur Prognose kardialer Dekompensation}, publisher = {FH Aachen}, address = {Aachen}, pages = {113 Seiten}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Herzinsuffizienz ist eine der h{\"a}ufigsten Herzerkrankungen in Deutschland. Sie ist fortschreitend und nicht heilbar. Der Krankheitsverlauf ist gepr{\"a}gt von pl{\"o}tzlichen, z.T. lebensbedrohlichen Verschlechterungen und Krankenhauseinweisungen, nach denen die Leistung des Herzen vermindert bleibt. Diese Dekompensationen lassen sich bisher im heimischen Umfeld nicht durch Messwerte vorhersehen. Dieses Ger{\"a}t bestimmt die Fl{\"u}ssigkeitsansammlungen in der Lunge, die ein mittelfristiges Symptom einer Dekompensation sind. Außerdem misst es {\"u}ber einen Hautsensor die im Schweiß enthaltene Menge eines Proteins, das bei {\"U}berdehnung des Herzmuskels vermehrt im Blutplasma zu finden ist. So k{\"o}nnen Dekompensationen bis zu zwei Wochen vor einem akuten Ereignis detektiert und behandelt werden. Außerdem gibt es tagesformabh{\"a}ngige Tipps f{\"u}r die Alltagsgestaltung mit der Erkrankung.}, language = {de} } @article{PeereBlanke2022, author = {Peere, Wouter and Blanke, Tobias}, title = {GHEtool: An open-source tool for borefield sizing in Python}, series = {Journal of Open Source Software}, volume = {7}, journal = {Journal of Open Source Software}, number = {76}, editor = {Vernon, Chris}, issn = {2475-9066}, doi = {10.21105/joss.04406}, pages = {1 -- 4, 4406}, year = {2022}, abstract = {GHEtool is a Python package that contains all the functionalities needed to deal with borefield design. It is developed for both researchers and practitioners. The core of this package is the automated sizing of borefield under different conditions. The sizing of a borefield is typically slow due to the high complexity of the mathematical background. Because this tool has a lot of precalculated data, GHEtool can size a borefield in the order of tenths of milliseconds. This sizing typically takes the order of minutes. Therefore, this tool is suited for being implemented in typical workflows where iterations are required. GHEtool also comes with a graphical user interface (GUI). This GUI is prebuilt as an exe-file because this provides access to all the functionalities without coding. A setup to install the GUI at the user-defined place is also implemented and available at: https://www.mech.kuleuven.be/en/tme/research/thermal_systems/tools/ghetool.}, language = {en} } @masterthesis{Breitbach2022, type = {Bachelor Thesis}, author = {Breitbach, Evgeniya}, title = {goodays Garderobe : eine Saison \& Wetter orientierte Station}, publisher = {FH Aachen}, address = {Aachen}, pages = {61 Seiten}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Garderobe- ist ein M{\"o}belst{\"u}ck, dessen Nutzungsbedingungen alleine von den Jahreszeiten und dem Wetter bestimmt werden. Mit dem Wechsel der Saison ver{\"a}ndert sich auch unsere Garderobe. Garderobe ist auch erstes Erscheinungsbild eines Zuhauses, welches vieles {\"u}ber deren Bewohner verr{\"a}t. Goodays ist eine erweiterungsf{\"a}hige und nach dem Wetter/Zweck ver{\"a}nderbare Station. Es gibt Feuchtigkeit und Schmutz orientierte Fl{\"a}chen und l{\"u}ftungsf{\"a}hige R{\"a}ume, um Ger{\"u}che zu vermeiden. Die Dimensionen sind flexibel, was nicht viel Platz und Lichtfang wegnimmt. Die Tiefe des M{\"o}belst{\"u}ckes entspricht den notwendigen Kleidern und Schuhmaßen. Verschiede Bestandteile der Kollektion unterst{\"u}tzen bei der Forderung zur Ruhe und verringern den visuellen L{\"a}rm. Geschlossene Staur{\"a}ume sorgen f{\"u}r mehr Ordnung und Neutralit{\"a}t. Die Station bietet Komfort in der Form von Sitzfl{\"a}che und ausreichender Ablagefl{\"a}che.}, language = {de} } @masterthesis{Vornewald2022, type = {Bachelor Thesis}, author = {Vornewald, Klara Franziska}, title = {Graphic Novel : Konzeptionierung und Umsetzung einer Graphic Novel f{\"u}r Kinder}, publisher = {FH Aachen}, address = {Aachen}, pages = {147 Seiten}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Die Graphic Novel „Traumspiel" erz{\"a}hlt eine kindgerechte Fantasiegeschichte zum Thema Traum. Ansatz des Projektes war die Frage, wie wohl eine Welt auss{\"a}he, in der Tr{\"a}ume eine greifbare Entit{\"a}t darstellen. Ziel war es, diese Welt und eine dort spielende Geschichte zu erschaffen und beides visuell in einer Graphic Novel zum Leben zu erwecken. In „Traumspiel" werden Menschen unwissentlich nachts in ein Traumland entf{\"u}hrt, wo ihnen die Tr{\"a}ume als Marionettentheater vorgespielt werden. Erz{\"a}hlt wird die Geschichte eines Kindes, das auf diese Weise je einen Traum und Albtraum erlebt. Die Illustrationen sind mit Tusche gemalt. Durch die Beschr{\"a}nkung auf drei Farben werden verschiedene Aspekte der Geschichte visuell unterschieden. Entstanden ist eine Graphic Novel, in der alle konzeptionellen und gestalterischen Entscheidungen aufeinander aufbauen, um eine spannende Geschichte zu erz{\"a}hlen.}, language = {de} } @book{Laack2022, author = {Laack, Walter van}, title = {Greater Than the Entire Universe}, publisher = {van Laack GmbH}, address = {Aachen}, isbn = {978-3-936624-52-6}, pages = {120 Seiten}, year = {2022}, language = {en} } @misc{Buechel2022, type = {Master Thesis}, author = {B{\"u}chel, Carolin}, title = {GYMLET : dein mobiles Freiluftstudio - Entwicklung eines serientauglichen Prototypen und einer Vermarktungsstrategie}, publisher = {FH Aachen}, address = {Aachen}, pages = {93 Seiten}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Sportvereine verlieren zunehmend Mitglieder. Grund daf{\"u}r ist der wachsende Wunsch nach unabh{\"a}ngigen Trainingsm{\"o}glichkeiten. GYMLET bietet den Sportler:innen die M{\"o}glichkeit, ihre Fitness funktional, selbstorganisiert und unabh{\"a}ngig zu trainieren. Dabei kann durch den selbstbestimmten Trainingsort neben der k{\"o}rperlichen Fitness vor allem die Motivation zur sportlichen Aktivit{\"a}t und das Wohlbefinden gesteigert werden. Unterst{\"u}tzt wird das Trainingssystem durch eine App, welche den Sportler:innen neben Nutzungsm{\"o}glichkeiten als Coach und Trainingsplaner dient. Um diese Trainingsm{\"o}glichkeit an die Zielgruppe heranzutragen, ist eine Kampagnenstrategie aus zwei Phasen entstanden. In dieser sollen Postings und Clips {\"u}ber Instagram und Youtube ver{\"o}ffentlicht werden. Zus{\"a}tzlich werden Zeitschriften und m{\"o}gliche Kooperationen mit Therapeuten oder Freizeitunterk{\"u}nften zur Ver{\"o}ffentlichung der Kampagne genutzt.}, language = {de} } @masterthesis{Plura2022, type = {Bachelor Thesis}, author = {Plura, Annika}, title = {Health Literacy : Konzeption und Entwurf eines digitalen Informationsangebots zum Thema Gesundheit}, publisher = {FH Aachen}, address = {Aachen}, pages = {63 Seiten}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Nicht zuletzt die Corona-Pandemie hat gezeigt: Gesundheit geht alle Menschen etwas an. Vom Begriff „Health Literacy" haben viele aber noch nie geh{\"o}rt. Damit gemeint ist die menschliche Gesundheitskompetenz, also die F{\"a}higkeit, mit gesundheitsrelevanten Informationen richtig umzugehen und daraus selbstbestimmte Entscheidungen in Gesundheitsfragen ableiten zu k{\"o}nnen. In dieser Arbeit wurden dazu wichtige Aspekte aus der Studie HLS-GER 1 interaktiv und erlebbar aufbereitet. Durch das ausgew{\"a}hlte Informationsdesign wird die Thematik zug{\"a}nglich gemacht und aufgezeigt, welche gravierenden Auswirkungen schlecht ausgebildete Health Literacy auf die Selbstbestimmtheit und Chancengleichheit der Menschen hat. "Health Literacy" legt den Finger in die Wunde und zeigt, dass vor allem im Bildungskontext noch sehr viel Handlungsbedarf ist.}, language = {de} } @incollection{HoffschmidtAlexopoulosGoettscheetal.2022, author = {Hoffschmidt, Bernhard and Alexopoulos, Spiros and G{\"o}ttsche, Joachim and Sauerborn, Markus and Kaufhold, O.}, title = {High Concentration Solar Collectors}, series = {Comprehensive Renewable Energy (Second Edition) / Volume 3: Solar Thermal Systems: Components and Applications}, booktitle = {Comprehensive Renewable Energy (Second Edition) / Volume 3: Solar Thermal Systems: Components and Applications}, publisher = {Elsevier}, address = {Amsterdam}, isbn = {978-0-12-819734-9}, doi = {10.1016/B978-0-12-819727-1.00058-3}, pages = {198 -- 245}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Solar thermal concentrated power is an emerging technology that provides clean electricity for the growing energy market. To the solar thermal concentrated power plant systems belong the parabolic trough, the Fresnel collector, the solar dish, and the central receiver system. For high-concentration solar collector systems, optical and thermal analysis is essential. There exist a number of measurement techniques and systems for the optical and thermal characterization of the efficiency of solar thermal concentrated systems. For each system, structure, components, and specific characteristics types are described. The chapter presents additionally an outline for the calculation of system performance and operation and maintenance topics. One main focus is set to the models of components and their construction details as well as different types on the market. In the later part of this article, different criteria for the choice of technology are analyzed in detail.}, language = {en} } @masterthesis{Schiffers2022, type = {Bachelor Thesis}, author = {Schiffers, Simon}, title = {Historische Stoffe im Spielfilm : Zwischen Authentizit{\"a}t und Unterhaltung}, publisher = {FH Aachen}, address = {Aachen}, pages = {107 Seiten}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Historische Stoffe im Spielfilm Zwischen Authentizit{\"a}t und Unterhaltung Spielfilme {\"u}ber wahre Begebenheiten stellen sich der Herausforderung, historisch korrekte Darstellung mit einer spannenden und sehenswerten Pr{\"a}sentation zu kombinieren. Dies ist ein schwieriger Balance Akt, gerade bei Studentenprojekten mit geringem Budget. Im Kurzfilm {\"u}ber Julius Erasmus, dem „Totengr{\"a}ber von Vossenack", wurde sich dieser Aufgabe gestellt. Inhaltlich werden seine m{\"o}glichen Beweggr{\"u}nde dargestellt, die ihn dazu brachten kurz nach dem 2. Weltkrieg zahlreiche gefallene Soldaten im ehemaligen Kampfgebiet im H{\"u}rtgenwald zu begraben. Die schriftliche Dokumentation des Projektes zeigt die Recherche des verfilmten Stoffes, Herausforderungen w{\"a}hrend der Produktion, sowie pers{\"o}nliche Eindr{\"u}cke und Lerneffekte. Letztendlich ist ein Werk entstanden, dass respektvoll mit der zu Grunde liegenden Geschichte umgeht und gleichsam ein cineastisches Erlebnis f{\"u}r den Zuschauer darstellt.}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{LangohrBungCrookston2022, author = {Langohr, Philipp and Bung, Daniel Bernhard and Crookston, Brian M.}, title = {Hybrid investigation of labyrinth weirs: Discharge capacity and energy dissipation}, series = {Proceedings of the 39th IAHR World Congress}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the 39th IAHR World Congress}, editor = {Ortega-S{\´a}nchez, Miguel}, publisher = {International Association for Hydro-Environment Engineering and Research (IAHR)}, address = {Madrid}, isbn = {978-90-832612-1-8}, issn = {2521-7119 (print)}, doi = {10.3850/IAHR-39WC252171192022738}, pages = {2313 -- 2318}, year = {2022}, abstract = {The replacement of existing spillway crests or gates with labyrinth weirs is a proven techno-economical means to increase the discharge capacity when rehabilitating existing structures. However, additional information is needed regarding energy dissipation of such weirs, since due to the folded weir crest, a three-dimensional flow field is generated, yielding more complex overflow and energy dissipation processes. In this study, CFD simulations of labyrinth weirs were conducted 1) to analyze the discharge coefficients for different discharges to compare the Cd values to literature data and 2) to analyze and improve energy dissipation downstream of the structure. All tests were performed for a structure at laboratory scale with a height of approx. P = 30.5 cm, a ratio of the total crest length to the total width of 4.7, a sidewall angle of 10° and a quarter-round weir crest shape. Tested headwater ratios were 0.089 ≤ HT/P ≤ 0.817. For numerical simulations, FLOW-3D Hydro was employed, solving the RANS equations with use of finite-volume method and RNG k-ε turbulence closure. In terms of discharge capacity, results were compared to data from physical model tests performed at the Utah Water Research Laboratory (Utah State University), emphasizing higher discharge coefficients from CFD than from the physical model. For upstream heads, some discrepancy in the range of ± 1 cm between literature, CFD and physical model tests was identified with a discussion regarding differences included in the manuscript. For downstream energy dissipation, variable tailwater depths were considered to analyze the formation and sweep-out of a hydraulic jump. It was found that even for high discharges, relatively low downstream Froude numbers were obtained due to high energy dissipation involved by the three-dimensional flow between the sidewalls. The effects of some additional energy dissipation devices, e.g. baffle blocks or end sills, were also analyzed. End sills were found to be non-effective. However, baffle blocks with different locations may improve energy dissipation downstream of labyrinth weirs.}, language = {en} } @article{RuebbelkeVoegeleGrajewskietal.2022, author = {R{\"u}bbelke, Dirk and V{\"o}gele, Stefan and Grajewski, Matthias and Zobel, Luzy}, title = {Hydrogen-based steel production and global climate protection: An empirical analysis of the potential role of a European cross border adjustment mechanism}, series = {Journal of Cleaner Production}, volume = {380}, journal = {Journal of Cleaner Production}, number = {Part 2, Art. Nr.:135040}, publisher = {Elsevier}, issn = {0959-6526}, doi = {10.1016/j.jclepro.2022.135040}, year = {2022}, abstract = {The European Union's aim to become climate neutral by 2050 necessitates ambitious efforts to reduce carbon emissions. Large reductions can be attained particularly in energy intensive sectors like iron and steel. In order to prevent the relocation of such industries outside the EU in the course of tightening environmental regulations, the establishment of a climate club jointly with other large emitters and alternatively the unilateral implementation of an international cross-border carbon tax mechanism are proposed. This article focuses on the latter option choosing the steel sector as an example. In particular, we investigate the financial conditions under which a European cross border mechanism is capable to protect hydrogen-based steel production routes employed in Europe against more polluting competition from abroad. By using a floor price model, we assess the competitiveness of different steel production routes in selected countries. We evaluate the climate friendliness of steel production on the basis of specific GHG emissions. In addition, we utilize an input-output price model. It enables us to assess impacts of rising cost of steel production on commodities using steel as intermediates. Our results raise concerns that a cross-border tax mechanism will not suffice to bring about competitiveness of hydrogen-based steel production in Europe because the cost tends to remain higher than the cost of steel production in e.g. China. Steel is a classic example for a good used mainly as intermediate for other products. Therefore, a cross-border tax mechanism for steel will increase the price of products produced in the EU that require steel as an input. This can in turn adversely affect competitiveness of these sectors. Hence, the effects of higher steel costs on European exports should be borne in mind and could require the cross-border adjustment mechanism to also subsidize exports.}, language = {en} } @incollection{FissabreWilson2022, author = {Fissabre, Anke and Wilson, Ariane}, title = {Hypotheses on the Tower of Monthoiron: A Built Design of Italian and Leonardian Inspiration in France}, series = {Leonardo da Vinci: l'architettura / Léonard de Vinci : l'architecture}, booktitle = {Leonardo da Vinci: l'architettura / Léonard de Vinci : l'architecture}, editor = {Di Teodoro, Francesco P. and Ferretti, Emanuela and Frommel, Sabine and Schlimme, Hermann}, publisher = {Campisano Editore}, address = {Roma}, isbn = {979-12-80956-00-2}, pages = {287 -- 300}, year = {2022}, language = {mul} } @article{WerfelGuenthnerHapfelmeieretal.2022, author = {Werfel, Stanislas and G{\"u}nthner, Roman and Hapfelmeier, Alexander and Hanssen, Henner and Kotliar, Konstantin and Heemann, Uwe and Schmaderer, Christoph}, title = {Identification of cardiovascular high-risk groups from dynamic retinal vessel signals using untargeted machine learning}, series = {Cardiovascular Research}, volume = {118}, journal = {Cardiovascular Research}, number = {2}, editor = {Guzik, Tomasz J.}, publisher = {Oxford University Press}, address = {Oxford}, issn = {0008-6363}, doi = {10.1093/cvr/cvab040}, pages = {612 -- 621}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Dynamic retinal vessel analysis (DVA) provides a non-invasive way to assess microvascular function in patients and potentially to improve predictions of individual cardiovascular (CV) risk. The aim of our study was to use untargeted machine learning on DVA in order to improve CV mortality prediction and identify corresponding response alterations.}, language = {en} } @article{PhilippEfthimiouPaganoetal.2022, author = {Philipp, Mohr and Efthimiou, Nikos and Pagano, Fiammetta and Kratochwil, Nicolaus and Pizzichemi, Marco and Tsoumpas, Charalampos and Auffray, Etiennette and Ziemons, Karl}, title = {Image reconstruction analysis for positron emission tomography with heterostructured scintillators}, series = {IEEE Transactions on Radiation and Plasma Medical Sciences}, volume = {7}, journal = {IEEE Transactions on Radiation and Plasma Medical Sciences}, number = {1}, publisher = {IEEE}, address = {New York, NY}, issn = {2469-7311}, doi = {10.1109/TRPMS.2022.3208615}, pages = {41 -- 51}, year = {2022}, abstract = {The concept of structure engineering has been proposed for exploring the next generation of radiation detectors with improved performance. A TOF-PET geometry with heterostructured scintillators with a pixel size of 3.0×3.1×15 mm3 was simulated using Monte Carlo. The heterostructures consisted of alternating layers of BGO as a dense material with high stopping power and plastic (EJ232) as a fast light emitter. The detector time resolution was calculated as a function of the deposited and shared energy in both materials on an event-by-event basis. While sensitivity was reduced to 32\% for 100 μm thick plastic layers and 52\% for 50 μm, the CTR distribution improved to 204±49 ps and 220±41 ps respectively, compared to 276 ps that we considered for bulk BGO. The complex distribution of timing resolutions was accounted for in the reconstruction. We divided the events into three groups based on their CTR and modeled them with different Gaussian TOF kernels. On a NEMA IQ phantom, the heterostructures had better contrast recovery in early iterations. On the other hand, BGO achieved a better contrast to noise ratio (CNR) after the 15th iteration due to the higher sensitivity. The developed simulation and reconstruction methods constitute new tools for evaluating different detector designs with complex time responses.}, language = {en} }