This article addresses the state of the art of methodologies for bridge inspection with potential for inclusion in Bridge Management Systems (BMS) and within the scope of the IABSE Task Group 5.9 on Remote Inspection of Bridges. The document covers computer vision approaches, including 3D geometric reconstitution…
Abstract Theoretical Background Previous studies indicate that students' learning motivation varies across learning situations and is influenced by situational characteristics such as teaching behaviour. We focus on instructional clarity as one factor that may influence expectancies and task values.…
Abstract Electron microscopy is an essential tool in the fabrication and characterization of optoelectronic devices. This study systematically investigated the stability of zinc oxide nanowires under electron irradiation, focusing on spontaneous and stimulated emission as well as their waveguiding properties.…
Abstract Stress-related disorders are common in modern societies. What adds to the burden is empathic stress, arising when observing another’s stress elicits a stress response in the observer. In romantic couples, we investigated the association between empathic stress and adult attachment—a deep emotional…
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The first methods for simulating tree growth were introduced more than 50 years ago. These early methods used small parameter sets to generate branching patterns. Today, functional structural plant models (FSPMs) use large parameter sets to describe the growth process and are employed in plant simulations.…