In this paper, we consider a schedulability analysis problem for real-time modular computer systems (RT MCS).A system configuration is called schedulable if all the jobs finish within their deadlines.The authors propose a stopwatch automata-based general model of RT MCS operation.A model instance for a given RT MCS configuration is a network of sto
We present a two-stage energy extraction circuit for a piezoelectric energy harvester, powering an asset-tracking system.Exploiting accelerations generated by many logistic transport devices, e.g., pushcarts, forklifts, assembly belts or cars, we are able to harvest sufficient electrical energy to transmit radio signals, which will allow to track a
Cardiac autonomic neuropathy (CAN) is closely associated with an approximately five-fold increase in the risk of cardiovascular mortality in patients with diabetes mellitus (DM).Impaired autonomic function of the cardiovascular system in DM, which leads to the development of CAN, can be accompanied by coronary artery ischemia, heart rhythm disturba
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