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Satellite SAR interferometry (InSAR) is proven as effective method for monitoring of deformations of both terrain and urban structures. By applying multi-temporal InSAR processing techniques (for example Persistent Scatterers InSAR-PS InSAR) to a series of radar images over the same region, it is possible to detect both vertical and horizontal movements of such structures and to evaluate rate of their movements in sensitivity of first millimeters in direction of satellite sight (usually inclined by 20-35 degrees from vertical axis). Therefore, it is possible to identify abnormal or excessive movement indicating potential problems requiring detailed ground investigation. Three case studies (in Bratislava, Ostrava and Hong Kong) presented within the paper demonstrate potential for monitoring deformations and movements due to thermal dilation of bridge structures.

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The refinement of an existing internet multimedia tool to support teaching/learning activities concerning GRAFCET is reported here. The tool called c-GRAFCET resulted in an updated and improved version called e-GRAFCET+. The overall objective of this internet-based tool is to provide fundamental aspects regarding GRAFCET presented with animated examples, promoting students self-learning. While originally this tool was developed to be used by Portuguese speakers, now it is also available in English. The tool upgrading resulted in the elaboration of a new internet portal, incorporating new features, concerning the site management and question quizzes updating. A very important feature of e-GRACFCET+, is to be prepared to work on most devices regardless of operating systems and screen sins, such as smart-phones and tablets.

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Radio Frequency (RF) communications su.er high attenuation underwater, limiting the range of standard IEEE 802.11 networks to a few centimeters underwater. The usage of custom RF solutions at lower frequencies to increase range entails high development costs, and proprietary hardware. This paper evaluates the performance of cost-e.ective, mass-market IEEE 802.11 networks underwater at di.erent frequencies in the sub-GHz bands using Software Defined Radio platforms. Optimizations to the gr-ieee802.11 implementation, together with custom designed antennas, allowed the testing of frequencies in the 70-700 MHz range, in a large-scale freshwater tank, and in real-world, seawater conditions in Tagus river estuary. Results show a frequency-dependent communications range up to 5 m in freshwater and 1.8 m in seawater, with bitrates up to 550 kbit/s and delay under 45 ms. This proves the feasibility of IEEE 802.11 networks in the sub-GHz bands for applications such as video streaming from an autonomous underwater vehicle and underwater sensors. Copyright 2015 ACM.

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The Diagnosis and Recommendation Integrated System (DRIS) is an alternative tool for the evaluation of nutritional status and fertilizer recommendation of several crops. However, as this methodology implies the establishment of norms or standards, without which one cannot infer about the nutritional status of a crop, in Portugal this tool has little application. The aim of this study was to establish preliminary DRIS norms for vineyards in Portugal. From 2007 to 2009, petiole samples were collected on a set of 199 selected plots. The DRIS norms were established according to the proposed by Beaufils (1973), based on the results of the laboratory procedures. The results suggest the need for further studies in order to validate the DRIS norms presented. In the future it will be important to increase the number of observations for the establishment of DRIS norms, as well as to determine the relevance of establishing specific nutritional standard according the edaphic, climatic and varietal variability of Portuguese wine regions.

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Incentivized Sustainable Mobility is a conceptual business model which involves four stakeholders: citizens, municipalities, commerce and mobility services. A platform named ISUMO (Incentivized Sustainable Mobility) provides technological support to this business model, integrating a set of metaservices that unifies the existing ICTs of transportation plus a unique patented QR-based (Quick Response) low-cost charging device for electric vehicles. Essentially, the system tracks and registers citizens' transportation activities (anonymously and voluntarily) and evaluates each through a scoring system while their ecological footprint is calculated. Afterwards, citizens are able to exchange their accumulated points for discount QR coupons, to be redeemed in the associated commerce in order to purchase their products or services. The breakthrough of this business model is that it enhances awareness of sustainable mobility practices, increasing their attractiveness as perceived by the stakeholders with diverse benefits; citizens (and indirectly, the municipalities) initiate a new consumption pattern of coupons culture linked to sustainable mobility, the urban economy is stimulated, and the use of mobility services grows, providing a new business opportunity regarding electric vehicles. It is expected that continuous exploration of the model and implementation will contribute to sustainable social and economic development aiming at CO2 emissions reduction, headline targets of the Europe 2020 strategy.