This paper shows a technique that allows adaptive user interfaces, spanning multiple devices, to be rendered from the task specification at runtime taking into account the context of use. The designer can specify a task model using the ConcurTaskTrees Notation and its contextdependent parts, and deploy the user interface immediately from the specification. By defining a set of context-rules in ...

The commercial use of stem cells continues to be constrained by the difficulty and high cost of developing efficient and reliable production protocols. The use of microfabricated systems combines good control over the cellular microenvironment with reduced use of resources in process optimization. Our previously reported microfabricated culture device was shown to be suitable for the culture of...

This thesis presents the design of two magnetically levitated high precision positioning systems based on permanent magnet linear synchronous motors (PMLSMs). Magnetic levitation based on PMLSMs requires the motors to operate with a variable airgap length but previous research in the field has studied mainly motors fastened by bearings; therefore, this work first models a motor with free normal...

We propose consistency priorities to support multi-device interface design minimizing the user’s cognitive effort while performing the same task on different interfaces. The methodology is being evaluated through a framework that generates Pocket PC interfaces from desktop web pages. Initial results point to the acceptance of the approach. Research sub-areas: design methods, mobile computing, w...

This paper presents the design study of a lightweight inertial actuator, with integrated velocity sensor, for the implementation of velocity feedback control, i.e. active damping, in lightly-damped panels. The arrangement provides a collocated force actuator and velocity sensor device so that, in principle, an unconditionally stable direct velocity feedback loop could be implemented. However, t...

Unlike other integrated circuits, SRAM-based FPGA devices present a unique problem for testing. Because of their high level of configurability, it is often difficult to isolate and test device resources. This high level of configurability of FPGA devices, while a drawback for traditional test methods, can also provide unique advantages when performing device test. If configurability is used to ...

Automated visual inspection of printed wiring is providing research opportunities in completely utomated optical systems technology. This paper addresses device design considerations, articularly the important problem of turning an optical inspection device into a tool for lanufacturing process analysis and control.