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The Integral Quadratic Constraint (IQC) framework developed by Professor Yakubovich and his co-workers, see Yakubovich et.al. (2004), is one of few available constructive tools for establishing robust stability of nonlinear systems. An explicit format of stability conditions, procedures for computing a Lyapunov function and developed libraries IQCs for common nonlinearities in dynamics, all togeth

The ability of chevrons at the top edge of a backward-facing step to reduce downstream surface pressure fluctuations is investigated numerically. Three different chevron configurations are compared against a baseline case without chevrons. Low frequency reduction in the surface pressure fluctuations is observed for two of the configurations. The chevrons do not appear to have a significant effect

An extended Kalman-Yakubovich-Popov Lemma for positive systems is proved, which generalizes earlier versions in several respects: Non-strict inequalities are treated. Matrix assumptions are less restrictive. Moreover, a new equivalence is introduced in terms of linear programming rather than semi-definite programming. As a complement, we also prove that a symmetric Metzler matrix with rn non-zero

Hypoxic pulmonary vasoconstriction (HPV) serves to optimize ventilation-perfusion matching in focal hypoxia and thereby enhances pulmonary gas exchange. During global hypoxia, however, HPV induces general pulmonary vasoconstriction, which may lead to pulmonary hypertension (PH), impaired exercise capacity, right-heart failure and pulmonary oedema at high altitude. In chronic hypoxia, generalized H

This research examines the strategic stances of uniqueness vs. the use of common standards and sharing the outcomes of internal corporate standardization. It analyzes the standardization management in a large Swedish automotive manufacturer, exploring the standards-related decision-making within the company and focusing the strategic motives and effects. Particular attention is paid tohow internal

This paper investigates the effects of multinationality on firm productivity, and contributes to the literature in two respects. First, we argue that multinationality affects productivity both directly and indirectly through higher incentives to invest in R&D. Second, we maintain that the multinational depth and breadth have different direct effects on productivity and R&D. Using data from

This article examines the contours of how sex-selective abortion (SSA) and ‘gendercide’ have been problematically combined within contemporary debates on abortion in Europe. Analysing the development of policies on the topic, we identify three ‘turns’ which have become integral to the biopolitics of SSA in Europe: the biomedical turn, the ‘gendercide’ turn, and the Asian demographic turn. Recent a

Many small farmland ponds are built for nutrient retention, the conservation of biodiversity or both, yet they are relatively neglected habitats. For example, little is known about the potential for ponds to influence populations of beneficial terrestrial insects, deliver ecosystem services across the aquatic-terrestrial boundary and affect crop yield in insect-pollinated cash crops.We assessed wh

In recent years, workflows within the field of contemporary classical music have changed drastically. Increasingly, composers are active in the process of creating and co-creating performances, not only the auditory dimensions but also the visual design and theatrical staging. The practice has recently been termed The New Discipline (Walshe, 2016). Of particular interest to the present article are

Diabetes is an increasing worldwide problem leading to major associated health issues and increased health care costs. In 2012, 9.3% of the American population was affected by diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association, with 1.7 million of new cases since during the year (www.diabetes.org). Proteome initiatives can provide a deeper understanding of the biology of this disease and hel

Three-dimensional (3D) imaging of dynamic objects that rapidly undergoes structural changes, such as turbulent combusting flows, has been a long-standing challenge, mainly due to the common need for sequential image acquisitions. To accurately sense the 3D shape of the sample, all acquisitions need to be recorded within a sufficiently short time-scale during which the sample appears stationary. He

This paper studies the consequences on high temperature corrosion when biomass is co-fired with coal in oxy-fuel combustion, a concept that would enable negative CO2 emissions by combining renewable fuels with CO2 capture. The particular focus of the work is the sulphation of alkali chlorides which is studied by means of experiments and modelling. The melting point of alkali sulphates is higher th

Irradiating a flame by microwave radiation is one of several plasma-assisted combustion (PAC) technologies that can be used to modify the combustion chemical kinetics in order to improve flame-stability and to delay lean blow-out. One practical implication is that engines may be able to operate with leaner fuel mixtures and have an improved fuel flexibility capability including biofuels. In additi