In this paper, the performance gain obtained by combining parallel peri- odic real-time processes is elaborated. In certain single-core mono-processor configurations, for example, embedded control systems in robotics comprising many short processes, process context switches may consume a considerable …

The Saxion University of Applied Sciences recently started its “Safety at Work” project. Its objective is to increase safety in the workplace by combining and applying state-of-the-art factors from Ambient Intelligence, Industrial & Product Design and Smart Materials [1].The human factor plays a significant …

Een onderzoek naar de huidige situatie en mogelijkheden op het gebied van duurzaam bouwen in de toeristensector in Zuid Afrika met een bouwkundig uitgewerkte inpassing als voorbeeld.

The task of risk assessment is a central feature of probation work and a core activity of probation officers. Risk assessment forms the basis for subsequent interventions and management of offenders so that the likelihood of reoffending is reduced. A primary difficulty for probation workers is the ability …

This dissertation will focus on the greenhouse vegetable horticulture sector of the Netherlands, and will investigate how Dutch greenhouse companies can benefit from the relationship with Poland. Currently, the export of the Dutch greenhouse vegetable has decreased and the sector is experiencing the …

Dit artikel stelt dat beleidsverandering binnen de Europese Unie (EU) ook voortkomt uit besluitvorming op dagelijks niveau. Om veranderingen aan te kunnen wijzen en te verklaren dient de traditionele rationele keuzetheorie en de oriëntatie op instrumenteel-strategisch handelen te worden aangevuld met …

The aim of the present thesis is to identify violations of the right to a fair trial and the right to liberty and security of person in Romania. It focuses on the developments that have taken place since country acceded to the EU in 2007, and delivers recommendations to address them. The miscarriages …

At the end of the nineties, many unaccompanied minor asylum seekers (UMAs) came to the Netherlands due to wars and continuing violence in the world. Many UMAs try to find a new home and ask for asylum in order to get protection. Therefore, the asylum issue has become an urgent item on the political agendas …

Inleiding: fysieke activiteit en gezond leven wordt steeds belangrijker, ook voor kinderen met een lichamelijke beperking. In de literatuur is er niet veel bekend over de faciliterende en belemmerende factoren voor kinderen met een lichamelijke beperking om fysiek actief te zijn. Vraagstelling: Wat zijn …

Online platforms for collecting local memories are often claimed to be a driving force of empowerment for individuals, groups and the community as a whole. Long term online participation especially plays a key role in the claims for empowerment on group and community level. However, the present research …