Article
Surgery
Ryosuke Tsumura, Yoshihiko Koseki, Naotaka Nitta, Kiyoshi Yoshinaka
Summary: This study presents an automated robotic platform for remote auscultation, which enables autonomous stethoscope positioning based on external body information acquired using the LiDAR camera. It also ensures safe and flexible contact through the passive-actuated mechanism.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MEDICAL ROBOTICS AND COMPUTER ASSISTED SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Tong-tong Dai, Zi-guang Jia, Liang Ren, Yan-lin Wang, Dong-sheng Li
Summary: A method for axial force identification of marine structures is proposed in this paper, which can accurately identify the axial force of beams. The method is applied to the axial force identification of the legs of a four-legged jacket platform, and the results show that the method has a relative error of less than 6.5% in the identification results.
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Xuehao Feng, Baolin Wen, Wenming Shi, Ilkyeong Moon
Summary: This paper examines a universal point scheme in a channel with multiple retailers and a platform. Through analyzing the equilibrium of the channel under different control modes and lateral cost-sharing among retailers, the authors find that retailers are more willing to set lower point conversion ratios under the lateral cost-sharing mode. The study also considers the participation of a new retailer and discusses the impact of cost spillover on channel members' preferences. Furthermore, the authors propose an optimal buyback contract that maximizes channel profit and allows arbitrary profit split. The managerial insights provided in this study shed light on designing a universal point scheme and selecting channel members for a win-win scenario.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PRODUCTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Guoqing Zhang, Yuqi Dai, Zhihui Lai
Summary: In this study, a novel force-based 2D tool centre error identification method in single-point diamond turning is proposed, which classifies tool centre error into nine cases based on the relative position between the tool and workpiece centre. By analyzing the relationship between the cutting force profiles and tool centre error, numerical fitting and geometric models are established to identify tool-above-centre and tool-below-centre errors. Additionally, a geometric model is utilized to calculate the normal distance from tool interference/exit cutting to the workpiece centre for horizontal tool centre error identification. The on-machine identification results of the 2D tool centre error are validated through experiments, demonstrating the effectiveness and accuracy of the proposed method in improving cutting efficiency in single-point diamond turning.
PRECISION ENGINEERING-JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETIES FOR PRECISION ENGINEERING AND NANOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Mookyoung Yoo, Nabil H. Bhuiyan, M. Jalal Uddin, Joon S. Shim
Summary: We have developed a highly efficient colorimetric analyzer for disposable rapid diagnostic test kits. By using an external camera module connected to an IoT-enabled single-board mini-computer, we can capture color images of the test chip and analyze them using an image processing algorithm. With the incorporation of a unique light-diffusing model and optimized lighting conditions, we successfully applied this platform for the detection of blood hematocrit, ss-hCG, and SARS-CoV-2 antigen.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS A-PHYSICAL
(2023)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Chibueze C. Okeke, Abubakar Adamu, Ratthaprom Promkam, Pongsakorn Sunthrayuth
Summary: In this paper, an algorithm with two-step inertial extrapolation and self-adaptive step sizes is proposed to solve the split common null point problem with multiple output sets in Hilbert spaces. Weak convergence analysis is obtained under some easy to verify conditions on the iterative parameters in Hilbert spaces. Preliminary numerical tests are performed to support the theoretical analysis of our proposed algorithm.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Elisabeth Johanna Dippold, Fuan Tsai
Summary: This paper introduces a novel two-view Structure-from-Motion (SfM) algorithm with the application of multiple Feature Detector Operators (FDO). The implementation of multiple FDOs into a two-view SfM algorithm improves its performance. The experimental results and comparisons with existing algorithms demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed method.
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Sha Wei, Xu-Long Li, Hu Ding, Li-Qun Chen
Summary: This paper proposes a two-step method for nonlinear localization of multi-degree-of-freedom (MDOF) systems with multiple local nonlinearities. The method achieves accurate nonlinear localization by performing subset nonlinearity detection to narrow down the localization range and using candidate nonlinear basis functions to confirm the connections. The accuracy and effectiveness of the method are verified through numerical examples and an experimental study.
MECHANICAL SYSTEMS AND SIGNAL PROCESSING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Pengpeng Xu, Dan Xia, Bowen Zheng, Li Huang, Longhan Xie
Summary: This study designs a new trunk restraint belt compensation motion mode detection system that can identify compensatory motion patterns of stroke patients and limit large range compensatory motion. The system is easy to use, without calibration and considering object occlusion problems.
IEEE SENSORS JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Rongxin Zhou, William M. Coombs, Yang Xu, Ping Zhang, Li -Ge Wang
Summary: The paper introduces a new numerical modeling approach that combines configurational forces and the material point method for 2D linear elastic solids, demonstrating its potential as a numerical tool for fracture modeling.
THEORETICAL AND APPLIED FRACTURE MECHANICS
(2022)
Article
Mathematics, Interdisciplinary Applications
Hossein Bagherzadeh, Omid Reza Barani
Summary: This study investigates the force partitioning and concurrent coupling schemes to couple the Peridynamics theory (PD) and the material point method (MPM). The force partitioning scheme uses embedded hybrid MPM-PD particles to relay the coupling force between the two domains, while the concurrent coupling method synchronizes the velocity field at the interface mesh nodes. It is found that the concurrent coupling scheme produces better results with lower computation effort compared to the force partitioning scheme, and the weak concurrent coupling pattern outperforms the strict concurrent coupling pattern.
COMPUTATIONAL PARTICLE MECHANICS
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Hexiang Bai, Minhu Yang, Gregoire Mariethoz
Summary: Multiple-point simulation methods are effective in reproducing complex spatial structures, but they require intensive computations in the pattern matching process. To alleviate the computation burden, a new method is proposed that first constructs a mixed sparse part using a regular sub grid and random cells. Direct sampling is then only performed on this part, while all other cells are estimated from neighboring conditioning cells. Two estimation methods based on Bayes' theorem and regression are proposed for categorical and continuous variables. Experiments show that the proposed method can save up to 90% and 40% computation time for categorical and continuous variables, respectively, compared to direct sampling.
COMPUTERS & GEOSCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Junyeong Lee, Hyowoong Noh, Chang-Ju Lee, Ju-Hyun Bae, Moon-Chang Baek, Muhan Choi, Sung-Wook Nam, Hyun-Hwa Cha, Gun Oh Chong, Hyung Soo Han, Hongsik Park
Summary: The diagnosis of pathogen infection using loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) is a fast, cost-effective, and highly specific method for detecting target DNAs. However, the subjective nature of naked-eye observation can significantly affect the diagnosis result. In this study, a colorimetric sensor platform was developed to accurately monitor the color change of LAMP solutions for diagnosing pathogen infection. The method showed high accuracy when tested with clinical samples for Streptococcus agalactiae bacterial infection.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Shuangqiang Wang, Guiyong Zhang, Boqian Yan, Yuzhen Chen, Zhifan Zhang
Summary: The paper introduces a hybrid immersed smoothed point interpolation method (hybrid IS-PIM) that employs a hybrid force approach for fluid-structure interaction (FSI) force condition. This method overcomes the limitation of mesh size ratio, enhances numerical algorithm stability, and provides more accurate results by using body force for pressure term and shear force for boundary.
ENGINEERING ANALYSIS WITH BOUNDARY ELEMENTS
(2021)
Article
Hematology
Neta Bachar, Dana Benbassat, David Brailovsky, Yochay Eshel, Dan Gluck, Daniel Levner, Sarah Levy, Sharon Pecker, Evgeny Yurkovsky, Amir Zait, Cordelia Sever, Alexander Kratz, Carlo Brugnara
Summary: Sight OLO is a novel hematological platform that addresses the limitations of current point-of-care hematology analyzers using artificial intelligence and computer vision, showing high accuracy and repeatability for all CBC parameters. The study demonstrated the validity of CBC analysis using samples collected directly from fingerpricks.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF HEMATOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Sport Sciences
Jonathon Weakley, Gabriella Munteanu, Nicholas Cowley, Rich Johnston, Matthew Morrison, Carissa Gardiner, Alejandro Perez-Castilla, Amador Garcia-Ramos
Summary: This study evaluated the criterion validity and between-day reliability of the Perch measurement system for mean and peak concentric velocity. The results showed excellent agreement between the Perch and criterion device, indicating that the Perch can be confidently used for monitoring and prescribing resistance training. The technological variability and between-day reliability were all smaller than the minimum detectable changes.
JOURNAL OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Alejandro Perez-Castilla, Felipe Garcia-Pinillos, Rodrigo Ramirez-Campillo, Santiago A. Ruiz-Alias
Summary: This study examined the effects of altering the intra-session exercise sequence on the load-velocity relationship variables in a concurrent training program. The results showed that both exercise sequences induced comparable improvements in the load-velocity relationship variables after an eight-week training period.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPORTS SCIENCE & COACHING
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Alejandro Perez-Castilla, Sergio Miras-Moreno, Jonathon Weakley, Amador Garcia-Ramos
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between the number of repetitions in reserve (RIR) and the repetition velocity during the prone bench pull exercise. The individual (load-specific) RIR-velocity relationship model showed the best fit, followed by the individual (multiple-loads) model, general (multiple-loads) model, and general (load-specific) model. The accuracy of predicting RIR based on the RIR-velocity equations was acceptable for all models.
JOURNAL OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Alejandro Perez-Castilla, Felipe Garcia-Pinillos, Sergio Miras-Moreno, Rodrigo Ramirez-Campillo, Amador Garcia-Ramos, Santiago A. Ruiz-Alias
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the acute effect of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and sprint interval training (SIT) on resistance training (RT) performance and their combined effect on lower-body neuromuscular capacities. The results showed that SIT had a greater impact on RT quality and F-0 capacity compared to long-interval HIIT.
JOURNAL OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Danica Janicijevic, Jorge M. Gonzalez-Hernandez, Pedro Jimenez-Reyes, Gonzalo Marquez, Amador Garcia-Ramos
Summary: This study compared the long-term effects of resistance training programs based on traditional and rest redistribution set configurations on explosive-strength and strength-endurance performance. The results showed that both traditional and rest redistribution training were equally effective in improving lower-body explosive strength, lower-body strength endurance, and upper-body explosive strength, but rest redistribution training may lead to greater improvements in upper-body strength endurance.
JOURNAL OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Biology
Zdravko Anicic, Danica Janicijevic, Olivera M. Knezevic, Amador Garcia-Ramos, Milos R. Petrovic, Dimitrije Cabarkapa, Dragan M. Mirkov
Summary: The purpose of this study was to explore the reliability of countermovement jump (CMJ) metrics and identify significant factors for CMJ performance. The findings showed that out of 45 computed metrics, only 24 demonstrated acceptable levels of reliability. These metrics loaded into four factors, namely performance component, eccentric component, concentric component, and jump strategy component, explaining 91% of the CMJ variance.
Article
Ophthalmology
Paula M. Lara, Beatriz Redondo, Daniel Jerez-Mayorga, Dario Martinez-Garcia, Amador Garcia-Ramos, Jesus Vera
Summary: The objective of this study was to determine the intraocular pressure (IOP) response to bench press exercise at different intensities and body positions. The findings showed that the seated position resulted in lower increases in IOP compared to the supine position. There was also a correlation between exercise intensity and IOP, with higher intensity exercises leading to greater increases in IOP.
GRAEFES ARCHIVE FOR CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL OPHTHALMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Physiology
Pablo Jimenez-Martinez, Carlos Alix-Fages, Danica Janicijevic, Sergio Miras-Moreno, Sara Chacon-Ventura, Juan J. Martin-Olmedo, Juan Carlos de la Cruz-Marquez, Francisco J. Osuna-Prieto, Lucas Jurado-Fasoli, Francisco J. Amaro-Gahete, Amador Garcia-Ramos, Juan C. Colado
Summary: This study assessed the effects of phenylcapsaicin (PC) on aerobic capacity, substrate oxidation, energy metabolism, and exercise physiological variables in young males. The results showed that PC can increase aerobic capacity through the improvement of fat oxidation, maximum heart rate, and perceptual responses during exercise.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Physiology
Zhaoqian Li, Peng Zhi, Zhi Yuan, Amador Garcia-Ramos, Mark King
Summary: This study aimed to explore the feasibility of using vertical force-velocity (F-V) profiles to monitor changes in muscle function following different fatigue protocols. The results showed that the vertical F-V profile had acceptable between-day reliability and high sensitivity to detect the acute effects of force-oriented and velocity-oriented fatigue protocols on specific maximal neuromuscular capacities.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Francisco J. Osuna-Prieto, Dario Milla-Martin, Sergio Miras-Moreno, Lucas Jurado-Fasoli, Mauricio Ramirez-Maldonado, Marcos A. Soriano, Amador Garcia-Ramos, Jonatan R. Ruiz, Francisco J. Amaro-Gahete
Summary: This study investigated the acute effects of capsinoids on neuromuscular performance in resistance-trained individuals. The results showed that the ingestion of capsinoids did not immediately improve the neuromuscular performance of the participants.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SPORT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Zivota Stefanovic, Filip Kukic, Olivera M. Knezevic, Nejc Sarabon, Dragan M. Mirkov
Summary: This study evaluated the validity and reliability of a reduced protocol for assessing the rate of force development scaling factor (RFD-SF) and detecting inter-limb asymmetries. The results showed significant correlation between the reduced protocol and the common protocol, indicating that the reduced protocol is a valid and reliable alternative.
Article
Sport Sciences
Danica Janicijevic, Yaodong Gu, Nejc Sarabon, Darjan Smajla, Ziga Kozinc, Amador Garcia-Ramos
Summary: This study investigates the sensitivity of jump type (unilateral and bilateral) and output variable (mean force, propulsive impulse, and jump height) in detecting changes in inter-limb asymmetries induced by unilateral and bilateral fatigue protocols. The results show that both unilateral and bilateral fatigue protocols lead to a decrease in all jump variables. However, only the unilateral protocol accentuated inter-limb asymmetries, which were detected during the unilateral CMJ but not during the bilateral CMJ. Rating: 8.5/10.
JOURNAL OF SPORTS SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Danica Janicijevic, Alejandro Perez-Castilla, Sergio Miras-Moreno, Manuel Ortega-Becerra, Maria Dolores Morenas-Aguilar, Darjan Smajla, Nejc Sarabon, Amador Garcia-Ramos
Summary: The study aimed to determine whether a unilateral or bilateral countermovement jump is more sensitive to detecting the decrement in kinetic variables of the leg more actively involved in a handball-specific fatigue protocol. Results showed that bilateral countermovement jump height decreased by 5.4% after the fatigue protocol, while only the propulsive impulse of the leg less involved in the fatigue protocol during unilateral countermovement jump had a significant decrease. Neither unilateral nor bilateral countermovement jumps were able to detect changes in interlimb asymmetries after a high-intensity handball-specific fatigue protocol.
JOURNAL OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Andrija Vojinovic, Danica Janicijevic, Milos R. Petrovic, Amador Garcia-Ramos, Milica Simic, Dejan Suzovic
Summary: The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of two resistance training programs on velocity variables using load-velocity relationship modelling. Both training programs increased handball throwing velocity and maximal theoretical velocity, with greater improvements observed in the free weight group compared to the elastic band group. The study also found that free weight training was more effective in increasing 1-repetition maximum, while elastic band training was more effective in increasing maximal isometric force.