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2025

Augmented Reality in Information Design

Autores
Fadel, LM; Coelho, A;

Publicação
ADVANCES IN DESIGN AND DIGITAL COMMUNICATION V, DIGICOM 2024

Abstract
The potential of Augmented Reality (AR) has been harnessed to create immersive game settings, present layers of relevant information in museums, streamline procedures in healthcare and industry, and captivate consumers through innovative marketing strategies. Certain artifacts lend themselves well to representation in AR, especially those requiring a seamless fusion of the information layer with physical space. This integration underscores the suitability of information design artifacts for AR implementation. This study aims to delineate the distinctive attributes of AR in remediating information design, effectively catering to the user's informational needs. To this end, we analyzed the Google Translate app, examining it through the analytical lens of body schema and haptic engagement. The findings reveal that AR manifests as a performative, personalized, crafted image that fosters involvement through agency. The performative nature of the image directs attention, while individual images collectively form a collection. It is recommended that AR design be centered around achieving harmony among body, media, and space.

2025

Enhancing Mobile Robot Navigation: A Graph Decomposition Submodule for TEA*

Autores
Cardoso, F; Matos, DM; Brilhante, M; Costat, P; Sobreira, H; Silva, C;

Publicação
IEEE International Conference on Autonomous Robot Systems and Competitions, ICARSC

Abstract
Rising industrial complexity demands efficient mobile robots to drive automation and productivity. Effective navigation relies on perception, localization, mapping, path planning, and motion control, with path planning being key. The Time Enhanced A * (TEA *) algorithm extends A * by adding time as a dimension to resolve temporal conflicts in multi-robot coordination. However, inconsistencies in edge lengths within the graph can hinder optimal path calculation. To address this, a Graph Decomposition submodule was developed to standardize edge lengths and temporal costs. Integrated into a ROS-based fleet coordination system, this approach significantly reduces execution time and improves coordination capacity. © 2025 IEEE.

2025

Evaluation of PID-Based Algorithms for UGVs

Autores
Gameiro, T; Pereira, T; Moghadaspoura, H; Di Giorgio, F; Viegas, C; Ferreira, N; Ferreira, J; Soares, S; Valente, A;

Publicação
ALGORITHMS

Abstract
The autonomous navigation of unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) in unstructured environments, such as agricultural or forestry settings, has been the subject of extensive research by various investigators. The navigation capability of a UGV in unstructured environments requires considering numerous factors, including the quality of data reception that allows reliable interpretation of what the UGV perceives in a given environment, as well as the use these data to control the UGV's navigation. This article aims to study different PID control algorithms to enable autonomous navigation on a robotic platform. The robotic platform consists of a forestry tractor, used for forest cleaning tasks, which was converted into a UGV through the integration of sensors. Using sensor data, the UGV's position and orientation are obtained and utilized for navigation by inputting these data into a PID control algorithm. The correct choice of PID control algorithm involved the study, analysis, and implementation of different controllers, leading to the conclusion that the Vector Field control algorithm demonstrated better performance compared to the others studied and implemented in this paper.

2025

Integrating Automated Perforator Analysis for Breast Reconstruction in Medical Imaging Workflow

Autores
Frias, J; Romariz, M; Ferreira, R; Pereira, T; Oliveira, P; Santinha, J; Pinto, D; Gouveia, P; Silva, LB; Costa, C;

Publicação
Lecture Notes in Computer Science

Abstract
Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator (DIEP) flap breast reconstruction relies on the precise identification of perforator vessels supplying blood to transferred tissue. Traditional manual mapping from preoperative imaging is time-consuming and subjective. To address this, AVA, a semi-automated perforator detection algorithm, was developed to analyze angiography images. AVA follows a three-step process: automated anatomical segmentation, manual annotation of perforators, and segmentation of perforator courses. This approach enhances accuracy, reduces subjectivity, and accelerates the mapping process while generating quantitative reports for surgical planning. To streamline integration into clinical workflows, AVA has been embedded into PACScenter, a medical imaging platform, leveraging DICOM encapsulation for seamless data exchange within a Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA). This integration allows surgeons to interactively annotate perforators, adjust parameters iteratively, and visualize detailed anatomical structures. AVA-PACScenter integration eliminates workflow disruptions by providing real-time perforator analysis within the surgical environment, ultimately improving preoperative planning and intraoperative guidance. Currently undergoing clinical feasibility testing, this integration aims to enhance DIEP flap reconstruction efficiency by reducing manual inputs, improving mapping precision, and facilitating long-term report storage within Dicoogle. By automating perforator analysis, AVA represents a significant advancement toward data-driven, patient-centered surgical planning. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025.

2025

Implementation of an Internet of Things Architecture to Monitor Indoor Air Quality: A Case Study During Sleep Periods

Autores
Mota, A; Serôdio, C; Briga-Sá, A; Valente, A;

Publicação
SENSORS

Abstract
Most human time is spent indoors, and due to the pandemic, monitoring indoor air quality (IAQ) has become more crucial. In this study, an IoT (Internet of Things) architecture is implemented to monitor IAQ parameters, including CO2 and particulate matter (PM). An ESP32-C6-based device is developed to measure sensor data and send them, using the MQTT protocol, to a remote InfluxDBv2 database instance, where the data are stored and visualized. The Python 3.11 scripting programming language is used to automate Flux queries to the database, allowing a more in-depth data interpretation. The implemented system allows to analyze two measured scenarios during sleep: one with the door slightly open and one with the door closed. Results indicate that sleeping with the door slightly open causes CO2 levels to ascend slowly and maintain lower concentrations compared to sleeping with the door closed, where CO2 levels ascend faster and the maximum recommended values are exceeded. This demonstrates the benefits of ventilation in maintaining IAQ. The developed system can be used for sensing in different environments, such as schools or offices, so an IAQ assessment can be made. Based on the generated data, predictive models can be designed to support decisions on intelligent natural ventilation systems, achieving an optimized, efficient, and ubiquitous solution to moderate the IAQ.

2025

Integrating Automated Perforator Analysis for Breast Reconstruction in Medical Imaging Workflow

Autores
Frías, J; Romariz, M; Ferreira, R; Pereira, T; Oliveira, HP; Santinha, J; Pinto, D; Gouveia, P; Silva, LB; Costa, C;

Publicação
Universal Access in Human-Computer Interaction - 19th International Conference, UAHCI 2025, Held as Part of the 27th HCI International Conference, HCII 2025, Gothenburg, Sweden, June 22-27, 2025, Proceedings, Part I

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