In this paper we describe the proof of an optimisation that can be applied to tuple space based run-time systems (as used in Linda). The optimisation allows, under certain circumstances, for a tuple that has been destructively removed from a shared tuple space (for example, by a Linda in) to be returned as the result for a non-destructive read (for example, a Linda rd) for a di erent process. T...

A relatively new, non-destructive, method for the assessment of optimal blueberry fruit maturity directly on plant uses a DA-meter (delta absorbance) to measure chlorophyll absorbance (IAD). Here, ‘Aurora’ quality parameters (peel color, firmness), chemical composition (individual sugars, organic acids and phenolics) relative expression anthocyanidin synthase (ANS) genes were examined at four d...

The concept of traceability is defined according to the standard ISO 8402 like “the ability for the retrieval of the history and use or location of an article or an activity through a registered identification”. Their implementation in the wood industry is delayed because of the limits of classical automatic identification systems in regard to the nature of wood and the features of the manufact...

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The availability of reliable characterisation tools for carbon films down to a few atomic layers’ thickness is one of the most decisive factors for technology development and production. In particular, non-destructive techniques are preferred. This chapter reviews the use of x-ray reflectivity, surface acoustic waves, and Raman spectroscopy to characterise carbon films in terms of density, thic...

Computed Tomography (CT) scanning has served as an important non-destructive research tool by providing twoand three-dimensional images particularly in medicine, biology and materials science. An example of its application in the area of materials is reported. Experimental study was carried out to investigate the effect of location within column element on the strength and porosity characterist...