2023
Autores
Charlton, PH; Allen, J; Bailon, R; Baker, S; Behar, JA; Chen, F; Clifford, GD; Clifton, DA; Davies, HJ; Ding, C; Ding, XR; Dunn, J; Elgendi, M; Ferdoushi, M; Franklin, D; Gil, E; Hassan, MF; Hernesniemi, J; Hu, X; Ji, N; Khan, Y; Kontaxis, S; Korhonen, I; Kyriacou, PA; Laguna, P; Lazaro, J; Lee, CK; Levy, J; Li, YM; Liu, CY; Liu, J; Lu, L; Mandic, DP; Marozas, V; Mejía-Mejía, E; Mukkamala, R; Nitzan, M; Pereira, T; Poon, CCY; Ramella-Roman, JC; Saarinen, H; Shandhi, MMH; Shin, H; Stansby, G; Tamura, T; Vehkaoja, A; Wang, WK; Zhang, YT; Zhao, N; Zheng, DC; Zhu, TT;
Publicação
PHYSIOLOGICAL MEASUREMENT
Abstract
Photoplethysmography is a key sensing technology which is used in wearable devices such as smartwatches and fitness trackers. Currently, photoplethysmography sensors are used to monitor physiological parameters including heart rate and heart rhythm, and to track activities like sleep and exercise. Yet, wearable photoplethysmography has potential to provide much more information on health and wellbeing, which could inform clinical decision making. This Roadmap outlines directions for research and development to realise the full potential of wearable photoplethysmography. Experts discuss key topics within the areas of sensor design, signal processing, clinical applications, and research directions. Their perspectives provide valuable guidance to researchers developing wearable photoplethysmography technology.
2023
Autores
Loureiro, JP; Teixeira, FB; Campos, R;
Publicação
2023 IEEE 9TH WORLD FORUM ON INTERNET OF THINGS, WF-IOT
Abstract
The exploration of the ocean has got an increasing interest, including activities such as offshore wind farms and deep-sea mining. However, the ocean environment and the high cost of operations, namely for manned missions, have led to the development of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and other sensing platforms. AUVs play a vital role in these environments, relying on communications systems to operate and exchange sensor data. Yet, reliable and energy-efficient broad-band wireless communications underwater remain an unsolved challenge, despite the recent advances in the field. We present a novel multimodal approach, named DURIUS, that considers the movement of the AUV to convey the sensor data and selects the most suitable underwater wireless communications technology - acoustic, optical or radio - according to the underwater context, targeting maximum performance and minimum energy consumption. Our analytical results show that DURIUS increases data throughput and reduces energy consumption when compared with the state of the art approaches.
2023
Autores
Dionisio, R; Ribeiro, F; Metrolho, J;
Publicação
ELECTRONICS
Abstract
The use of wireless communications systems on the factory shop floor is becoming an appealing solution with many advantages compared to cable-based solutions, including low cost, easy deployment, and flexibility. This, combined with the continuous growth of low-cost mobile devices, creates opportunities to develop innovative and powerful applications that, in many cases, rely on computing and memory-intensive algorithms and low-latency requirements. However, as the density of connected wireless devices increases, the spectral noise density rises, and, consequently, the radio interference between radio devices increase. In this paper, we discuss how the density of AR/VR mobile applications with high throughput and low latency affect industrial environments where other wireless devices use the same frequency channel. We also discuss how the growing number of these applications may have an impact on the radio interference of wireless networks. We present an agnostic methodology to assess the radio interferences between wireless communication systems on the factory floor by using appropriate radio and system models. Several interference scenarios are simulated between commonly used radio systems: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and WirelessHART, using SEAMCAT. For a 1% probability of interference and considering a criterion of C/I = 14 dB, the simulations on an 80 m x 80 m factory shop floor show that low-bandwidth systems, such as Bluetooth and WirelessHART, can coexist with high-bandwidth and low-latency AR/VR applications running on Wi-Fi mobile terminals if the number of 11 Wi-Fi access points and 80 mobile AR/VR devices transmitting simultaneously is not exceeded.
2023
Autores
Fonseca, L; Ribeiro, F; Metrolho, J; Santos, A; Dionisio, R; Amini, MM; Silva, AF; Heravi, AR; Sheikholeslami, DF; Fidalgo, F; Rodrigues, FB; Santos, O; Coelho, P; Aemmi, SS;
Publicação
DATA
Abstract
This study presents a dataset containing three layers of data that are useful for body position classification and all uses related to it. The PoPu dataset contains simultaneously collected data from two different sensor sheets-one placed over and one placed under a mattress; furthermore, a segmentation data layer was added where different body parts are identified using the pressure data from the sensors over the mattress. The data included were gathered from 60 healthy volunteers distributed among the different gathered characteristics: namely sex, weight, and height. This dataset can be used for position classification, assessing the viability of sensors placed under a mattress, and in applications regarding bedded or lying people or sleep related disorders. Dataset The dataset is available on GitHub: https://github.com/rdionisio1403/PoPu/. Dataset License The dataset is available under Creative Commons (CC0).
2023
Autores
Silva, A; Santos, O; Reinaldo, F; Fidalgo, F; Metrôlho, J; Amini, M; Fonseca, L; Dionísio, R;
Publicação
PROCEEDINGS OF THE 5TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON PRODUCTION ECONOMICS AND PROJECT EVALUATION, ICOPEV 2022
Abstract
Pressure ulcers are skin injuries that develop mainly over bony areas as the result of prolonged pressure caused by the immobility of bedridden patients. They constitute not only a source of additional suffering for these patients but also contribute to the burnout of healthcare professionals who must maintain continuous monitoring of these patients. Data from countries such as the UK or the USA allows the cost of this problem to be estimated to be, respectively, near 2 pound billion and $80 billion. In this article, we describe the SensoMatt approach to pressure ulcer prevention and management, which is being developed as a research project that includes partners from industry, healthcare, and academia. The SensoMatt solution is centered on a pressure sheet that is placed under the patient's mattress, complemented by an online management portal and a mobile app. These provide patients and healthcare providers with an unparalleled set of services that include personalized analysis, prevention warnings and recommendations.
2023
Autores
Metrôlho, J; Reinaldo, F; Oliveira, A; Dionísio, R; Fidalgo, F; Santos, O; Candeias, A; Serpa, R; Rodrigues, P; Rebelo, J;
Publicação
PROCEEDINGS OF THE 5TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON PRODUCTION ECONOMICS AND PROJECT EVALUATION, ICOPEV 2022
Abstract
Efficient use of resources is a critical factor in almond crops. Technological solutions can significantly contribute to this purpose. The VeraTech project aims to explore the integration of sensors and cloud-based technologies in almond crops for efficient use of resources and reduction of environmental impact. It also makes available a set of relevant and impactful performance indicators in agricultural activity, which promote productivity gains supported by efficient use of resources. The proposed solution includes a sensor network in the almond crops, the transmission of data and its integration in the cloud, making this data available to be consumed, processed, and presented in the monitoring and alerts dashboard. In the current state of the development, several data are collected by sensors, transmitted over LoRaWAN, integrated using AWS IoT Core, and monitored and analysed through a cloud business analytics service. This project is implemented on a farm located in the Beira-Baixa region of Portugal and involves a partnership between Vera Cruz (owner of the farm), Veratech, and the Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco.
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