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Sparse representation-based augmented multinomial logistic extreme learning machine with weighted composite features for spectral–spatial classification of hyperspectral images. (2018)
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CAO, F., YANG, Z., REN, J., LING, W.-K., ZHAO, H., SUN, M. and BENEDIKTSSON, J.A. 2018. Sparse representation-based augmented multinomial logistic extreme learning machine with weighted composite features for spectral–spatial classification of hyperspectral images. IEEE transactions on geoscience and remote sensing [online], 56(11), pages 6263-6279. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1109/tgrs.2018.2828601

Although extreme learning machine (ELM) has successfully been applied to a number of pattern recognition problems, only with the original ELM it can hardly yield high accuracy for the classification of hyperspectral images (HSIs) due to two main draw... Read More about Sparse representation-based augmented multinomial logistic extreme learning machine with weighted composite features for spectral–spatial classification of hyperspectral images..

Analysis of acoustic emission propagation in metal-to-metal adhesively-bonded joints. (2018)
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CRAWFORD, A., DROUBI, M.G. and FAISAL, N.H. 2018. Analysis of acoustic emission propagation in metal-to-metal adhesively-bonded joints. Journal of nondestructive evaluation [online], 37(2), article number 33. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10921-018-0488-y

Acoustic emission (AE) monitoring shows promise as one of the most effective methods for condition monitoring of adhesively-bonded joints. Previous research has demonstrated its ability to detect, locate and classify adhesive joint failure, though in... Read More about Analysis of acoustic emission propagation in metal-to-metal adhesively-bonded joints..

Optimization and experimental verification of the vibro-impact capsule system in fluid pipeline. (2018)
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YAN, Y., LIU, Y., JIANG, H., PENG, Z., CRAWFORD, A., WILLIAMSON, J., THOMPSON, J., KERINS, G., YUSUPOV, A. and ISLAM, S. 2019. Optimization and experimental verification of the vibro-impact capsule system in fluid pipeline. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, part C: journal of mechanical engineering science [online], 233(3), pages 880-894. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1177/0954406218766200

This paper studies the prototype development of the vibro-impact capsule system aiming for autonomous mobile sensing for pipeline inspection. Self-propelled progression of the system is obtained by employing a vibro-impact oscillator encapsuled in th... Read More about Optimization and experimental verification of the vibro-impact capsule system in fluid pipeline..

W3C accessibility guidelines for mobile games. (2018)
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WILSON, A. and CRABB, M. 2018. W3C accessibility guidelines for mobile games. Computer games journal [online], 7(2), pages 49-61. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40869-018-0058-7

In the past decade, video games have become one of the fastest growing forms or entertainment around the world. In particular, mobile gaming has continued to evolve, becoming increasingly popular for billions of people worldwide. An ongoing issue wit... Read More about W3C accessibility guidelines for mobile games..

The intersection of entrepreneurship and selling: an interdisciplinary review, framework, and future research agenda. (2018)
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MATTHEWS, R.S., CHALMERS, D.M. and FRASER, S.S. 2018. The intersection of entrepreneurship and selling: an interdisciplinary review, framework, and future research agenda. Journal of business venturing [online], 33(6), pages 691-719. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbusvent.2018.04.008

Selling is integral to entrepreneurship, yet it has rarely been a focal topic of analysis for entrepreneurship scholars. To address this, we undertake a broad-ranging systematic literature review of research that in some way explores selling within e... Read More about The intersection of entrepreneurship and selling: an interdisciplinary review, framework, and future research agenda..

Rediscovery of Otto Frank's contribution to science. (2018)
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KUHTZ-BUSCHBECK, J.P., DRAKE-HOLLAND, A., NOBLE, M.I.M., LOHFF, B. and SCHAEFER, J. 2018. Rediscovery of Otto Frank's contribution to science. Journal of molecular and cellular cardiology [online], 119, pages 96-103. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.yjmcc.2018.04.017

In the late 19th century, German physiologist Otto Frank (1865-1944) embarked on a near life-long research program of laying down the mathematical, methodological, and theoretical foundations in order to understand and define the performance of the h... Read More about Rediscovery of Otto Frank's contribution to science..

Mutual trust and co-operation under NEC 3&4: a fresh perspective. (2018)
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MANTE, J. 2018. Mutual trust and co-operation under NEC 3&4: a fresh perspective. Construction law journal [online], 34(4), pages 231-252. Available from: http://westlaw.co.uk

Using insights from planning and employment law, this piece looks beyond the conventional connotation of good faith and critically examines the meaning, scope and consequence of the duty to act in a spirit of mutual trust and co-operation under Claus... Read More about Mutual trust and co-operation under NEC 3&4: a fresh perspective..

Identifying as an outsider: implications for nonfamily in small family firms. (2018)
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CUNNINGHAM, J. 2020. Identifying as an outsider: implications for nonfamily in small family firms. International journal of human resource management [online], 31(22), pages 2785-2807. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1080/09585192.2018.1469160

Family businesses are held in high regard the world over for their impact on employment, credited in part to their longevity and abundance. In spite of this omnipresence, we have only begun to understand the day-to-day realities of the family busines... Read More about Identifying as an outsider: implications for nonfamily in small family firms..

Development and validation of a liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry method for the determination of nicotine and its metabolites in placenta and umbilical cord. (2018)
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PANIAGUA-GONZÁLEZ. L., JIMÉNEZ-MORIGOSA, C., LENDOIRO, E., CONCHEIRO, M., CRUZ, A., LÓPEZ-RIVADULLA, M. and DE CASTRO, A. 2018. Development and validation of a liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry method for the determination of nicotine and its metabolites in placenta and umbilical cord. Drug testing and analysis [online], 10(8), pages 1305-1314. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1002/dta.2381

Tobacco exposure during pregnancy is associated with obstetric and fetal complications. This study developed and validated a liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) method to analyse the placenta (PL) and umbilical cord (UC) for nic... Read More about Development and validation of a liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry method for the determination of nicotine and its metabolites in placenta and umbilical cord..

Meeple centred design: a heuristic toolkit for evaluating the accessibility of tabletop games. (2018)
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HERON, M.J., BELFORD, P.H., REID, H. and CRABB, M. 2018. Meeple centred design: a heuristic toolkit for evaluating the accessibility of tabletop games. Computer games journal [online], 7(2), pages 97-114. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40869-018-0057-8

Evaluation of accessibility within a tabletop context is much more complicated than it is within a video game environment. There is a considerable amount of variation in game systems, game mechanisms, and interaction regimes. Games may be entirely ve... Read More about Meeple centred design: a heuristic toolkit for evaluating the accessibility of tabletop games..

Application of graphene nanoplatelets and graphene magnetite for the removal of emulsified oil from produced water. (2018)
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CHACRA, L.A., SABRI, M.A., IBRAHIM, T.H., KHAMIS, M.I., HAMDAN, N.M., AL-ASHEH, S., ALREFAI, M. and FERNANDEZ, C. 2018. Application of graphene nanoplatelets and graphene magnetite for the removal of emulsified oil from produced water. Journal of environmental chemical engineering [online], 6(2), pages 3018-3033. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jece.2018.04.060

Graphene and its magnetite derivative were used as adsorbents for removal of emulsified oil from produced water. The experimental parameters for maximum emulsified oil removal efficiency and effective regeneration of these adsorbents were determined.... Read More about Application of graphene nanoplatelets and graphene magnetite for the removal of emulsified oil from produced water..

Characterisation of illicit ecstasy and diazepam tablets by colorant identification. (2018)
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SHARRENBROCH, L., TOUGH, A. and MATTHEWS, K.H. 2018. Characterisation of illicit ecstasy and diazepam tablets by colorant identification. Analytical methods [online], 10(17), pages 2048-2055. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1039/c7ay02921g

Ecstasy and diazepam are two commonly abused drugs with a high potential for dependence. They are typically available as oral tablets that contain both the drug and other bulk components (excipients). Compositional knowledge of individual tablets off... Read More about Characterisation of illicit ecstasy and diazepam tablets by colorant identification..

A review of optical concentrators for portable solar photovoltaic systems for developing countries. (2018)
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FREIER, D., RAMIREZ-INIGUEZ, R., JAFRY, T., MUHAMMAD-SUKKI, F. and GAMIO, C. 2018. A review of optical concentrators for portable solar photovoltaic systems for developing countries. Renewable and sustainable energy reviews [online], 90, pages 957-968. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2018.03.039

Worldwide, over 1.1 billion people have no access to electricity. The consequences for the affected people include health hazards from fuels used for lighting, limits to learning when it gets dark, a short productive day and high expenditures on ligh... Read More about A review of optical concentrators for portable solar photovoltaic systems for developing countries..

Calibration and comparison of VIV wake oscillator models for low mass ratio structures. (2018)
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KURUSHINA, V., PAVLOVSKAIA, E., POSTNIKOV, A. and WIERCIGROCH, M. 2018. Calibration and comparison of VIV wake oscillator models for low mass ratio structures. International journal of mechanical sciences [online], 142-143, pages 547-560. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijmecsci.2018.04.027

In this work, Vortex-Induced Vibration (VIV) of a rigid cylinder on elastic supports is reviewed and modelled. We consider a cylinder moving both cross-flow and in-line, subjected to fluid forces calculated as proposed in [1]. A suite of wake oscilla... Read More about Calibration and comparison of VIV wake oscillator models for low mass ratio structures..

Eighteen months of Meeple Like Us: an exploration into the state of board game accessibility. (2018)
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HERON, M.J., BELFORD, P.H., REID, H. and CRABB, M. 2018. Eighteen months of Meeple Like Us: an exploration into the state of board game accessibility. Computer games journal [online], 7(2), pages 75-95. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40869-018-0056-9

The study of game accessibility to date has largely focused on the topic of accessibility within a video game context. Largely underexplored in the academic and professional literature is accessibility in the domain of tabletop games, especially thos... Read More about Eighteen months of Meeple Like Us: an exploration into the state of board game accessibility..

Collision avoidance effects on the mobility of a UAV swarm using chaotic ant colony with model predictive control. (2018)
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DENTLER, J., ROSALIE, M., DANOY, G., BOUVRY, P., KANNAN, S., OLIVARES-MENDEZ, M.A. and VOOS, H. 2019. Collision avoidance effects on the mobility of a UAV swarm using chaotic ant colony with model predictive control. Journal of intelligent and robotic systems [online], 93(1-2), pages 227-243. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10846-018-0822-8

The recent development of compact and economic small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) permits the development of new UAV swarm applications. In order to enhance the area coverage of such UAV swarms, a novel mobility model has been presented in previou... Read More about Collision avoidance effects on the mobility of a UAV swarm using chaotic ant colony with model predictive control..

A case study of polypharmacy management in nine European countries: implications for change management and implementation. (2018)
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MCINTOSH, J., ALONSO, A., MACLURE, K., STEWART, D., KEMPEN, T., MAIR, A., CASTEL-BRANCO, M., CODINA, C., FERNANDEZ-LLIMOS, F., FLEMING, G., GENNIMATA, D., GILLESPIE, U., HARRISON, C., ILLARIO, M., JUNIUS-WALKER, U., KAMPOLIS, C.F., KARDAS, P., LEWEK, P., MALVA, J., MENDITTO, E., SCULLIN, C., WIESE, B. 2018. A case study of polypharmacy management in nine European countries: implications for change management and implementation. PLoS ONE [online], 13(4), article number e0195232. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0195232

Background: - Multimorbidity and its associated polypharmacy contribute to an increase in adverse drug events, hospitalizations, and healthcare spending. This study aimed to address: what exists regarding polypharmacy management in the European Union... Read More about A case study of polypharmacy management in nine European countries: implications for change management and implementation..

Dispute resolution under the FIDIC and NEC Conditions: paradox of philosophies and procedures? (2018)
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MANTE, J. 2018. Dispute resolution under the FIDIC and NEC Conditions: paradox of philosophies and procedures? International construction law review [online], 35(2), pages 182-223. Available from: https://www.i-law.com/ilaw/doc/view.htm?id=388268

A careful reader of the philosophical underpinnings and the dispute resolution frameworks of the FIDIC and NEC Conditions of Contract will likely be baffled by the paradoxical relationship between the underpinning ethos of these forms and the approac... Read More about Dispute resolution under the FIDIC and NEC Conditions: paradox of philosophies and procedures?.

Aggregation of classifiers: a justifiable information granularity approach. (2018)
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NGUYEN, T.T., PHAM, X.C., LIEW, A.W.-C. and PEDRYCZ, W. 2019. Aggregation of classifiers: a justifiable information granularity approach. IEEE transactions on cybernetics [online], 49(6), pages 2168-2177. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1109/TCYB.2018.2821679

In this paper, we introduced a new approach of combining multiple classifiers in a heterogeneous ensemble system. Instead of using numerical membership values when combining, we constructed interval membership values for each class prediction from th... Read More about Aggregation of classifiers: a justifiable information granularity approach..

A UK perspective on human factors and patient safety education in pharmacy curricula. (2018)
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VOSPER, H. and HIGNETT, S. 2018. A UK perspective on human factors and patient safety education in pharmacy curricula. American journal of pharmaceutical education [online], 82(3), article number 6184. Available from: https://doi.org/10.5688/ajpe6184

Objective: - To take a systematic approach to exploring patient safety teaching in health care curricula, particularly in relation to how educators ensure students achieve patient safety competencies. Findings: - There is a lack of formally articulat... Read More about A UK perspective on human factors and patient safety education in pharmacy curricula..