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Interaction Between Vortex‐Induced Vibrations and Base Vibrations in Piezoelectric Harvesters

open access: yesInternational Journal of Mechanical System Dynamics, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT In the present era, powering sensors using green energy is a significant challenge. One promising solution for the power supply of small sensors relies on piezoelectric energy harvesters excited by vortex‐induced vibrations (VIVs) generated by wind.
Michele Tonan   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Weathering the storms of climate change: Preparing persons with disabilities and the physiatrists who provide their care for extreme hurricanes

open access: yesPM&R, EarlyView.
Abstract Climate‐driven disasters have disproportionate and often devastating consequences on individuals with disabilities. Warming ocean and air temperatures are fueling more extreme tropical cyclones, further endangering those living in at‐risk regions.
Mollie Andreae   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Overall outcome, functioning, and disability in older adults 3 to 14 years after traumatic brain injury

open access: yesPM&R, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Epidemiological studies show an increasing incidence of traumatic brain injury (TBI) among people aged 65 years and older. Advances in neurointensive care have improved survival after TBI. There is a need for knowledge about long‐term outcome after TBI among older survivors of TBI.
Charlotta von Seth   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

E-Scooters appear on bike infrastructure: users and usage, conflicts and coexistence with cycling [PDF]

open access: yes, 2023
E-scooters are a rather new mode of transport. Nevertheless, in recent years lots of studies have been published. Replaced modes and consequential environmental impacts as well as specific injury pattern are important topics.
Hardinghaus, Michael   +1 more
core   +1 more source

Advancing Sustainable Tourism in Svalbard by Assessing and Prioritizing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

open access: yesSustainable Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Tourism is a significant sector on the Svalbard archipelago. The increase in visitors and tourism activities has reshaped the local community of Longyearbyen, brought new economic opportunities, and put greater pressure on the local environment.
Julien Lebel   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Hardware implementation of WPT Charging System for EV Vehicles [PDF]

open access: yesE3S Web of Conferences
Transportation in urban areas is being transformed by various vehicles, with e-scooters being among the fastest growing. Despite their popularity, e-scooters face issues like incompatible chargers, especially problematic for rental services.
Devi P Srividya   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Who Does Bogotá “Care” for? Care Blocks, Care Workers and the Sustainable Development Goals

open access: yesSustainable Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This paper critically examines Bogotá's District Care System within the framework of urban social sustainability and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Focusing on the Care Blocks (Manzanas del Cuidado), it employs a mixed‐methods approach—legal analysis, interviews, testimonies, surveys, and InfoCuidado data—to explore the paradox of a
Valentina Montoya‐Robledo   +1 more
wiley   +1 more source

A Novel Crowdsourcing Model for Micro-Mobility Ride-Sharing Systems

open access: yesSensors, 2021
Substantial research is required to ensure that micro-mobility ride sharing provides a better fulfilment of user needs. This study proposes a novel crowdsourcing model for the ride-sharing system where light vehicles such as scooters and bikes are ...
Mohammed Elhenawy   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Unlocking Financial Inclusion: The Dynamics of Bank Account Ownership in Urban Slums

open access: yesSustainable Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Financial inclusion is a key driver of sustainable development, contributing to poverty reduction (SDG 1), gender equality (SDG 5), and reduced inequalities (SDG 10). Despite extensive financial‐inclusion policies in India, residents of urban slums remain largely excluded from formal banking systems.
Davide Moro   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

From e-Bikes to e-Scooters; a matter of Safety [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
Part of expert panel discussionBrief keypoint slides to support expert panel discussionVisit Funded by Mayor's Office of ...
Cox, Peter
core  

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