The idea of ambient intelligence implies an intrinsic link between individuals and their environment, enabling individuals to access and interact with computing artifacts in ways that are intuitive and do not disrupt ...
In this paper we introduce the use of force feedback in conjunction with myoelectric control to establish an improved interface for a powered prosthetic limb. The force feedback is delivered through a single-axis exoskeleton ...
Employees that engage in even moderate amounts of exercise during their working day suffer less from stress and are more tolerant in the various irritations that accompany normal working life. Though it cannot be said with ...
The paper engages with the notion that the new spatial logic, underpinned by information and communication technology (ICT) and the ‘space of flows’, manifests itself in the form of ‘informational cities’ described as ...
The ability to identify the behavior of people in a home is at the core of Smart Home functionality. Such environments are equipped with sensors that unobtrusively capture information about the occupants. Reasoning mechanisms ...
Increases in fuel and feed prices are placing a significant
burden on the poultry industry in Ireland and worldwide. For producers to meet
their financial targets, increased performance and output is a key issue, now
more ...
The city of Dublin has experienced rapid growth over the last 15 years, much of it based on knowledge-intensive industries. This report examines the growth of Dublin and assesses the progress Dublin has made towards becoming ...