The traditional model for human-robot interaction is at the level of user-interface. For example, given a robot structure (say Robonaut a relatively complex many DOF humantorso style robot) how should the robot be commanded by the human? We propose that for planetary exploration on the scale of Martian or Lunar habitation, a fixed robot/architecture will not be versatile enough for the variety ...

This research paper explores the use of AdaBoost algorithm for predicting residential habitation status in aftermath Mount Merapi eruption. Using a dataset from Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Task Force, with 2516 instances 11 attributes, model was trained evaluated. The demonstrated robust performance an accuracy 92%, though it struggled correctly identifying all 'No Habited' instances. The...

The proposed Icebreaker mission intends to conduct a robotic ground investigation of the southern polar region of the Moon. Searching for water ice and performing geological studies of the lunar south pole will provide essential information on the presence and distribution of resources necessary to support human habitation and a base for deep-space missions (such as water, fuel and propellant c...

Background The house dust mites are cosmopolitan guest in human habitation. Dust mites occur in nearly all homes. They are generally found in pillows, bed sheets, mattress, stuff toys, carpets etc. Dust mites feed on organic detritus such as flakes of shed human skin and flourish in stable environment of dwellings. Exposure to house dust mites is recognized as major cause allergy worldwide. The...

Gram Vikas is a rural development organization working with poor and marginalized communities, especially the adivasi and dalits, of Orissa. The mission of Gram Vikas is to promote processes which are sustainable, socially inclusive and gender equitable, to enable critical masses of poor and marginalized rural people or communities to achieve a dignified quality of life. Interventions of Gram V...