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Novel approaches for the safety of human-robot interaction
Thesis
Woodman, R. (2013). Novel approaches for the safety of human-robot interaction. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/931262

In recent years there has been a concerted effort to address many of the safety issues associated with physical human-robot interaction (pHRI). However, a number of challenges remain. For personal robots, and those intended to operate in unstructur... Read More about Novel approaches for the safety of human-robot interaction.

Bright Lights
Other
Lane, L. Bright Lights

Bright Lights creates a multi-changing soundscape of trombone textures by use of changing time signatures and recurring refrains. Whilst the fanfare element is always important, the irregular rhythmic nuances create a sparkling effect throughout.

Deformation-based tactile feedback for telesurgery and telepalpation
Thesis
Roke, C. D. (2014). Deformation-based tactile feedback for telesurgery and telepalpation. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/818431

One of the drawbacks of using current telesurgical devices is the absence of force and tactile feedback from the remote surgical manipulators. The lack of tactile feedback in particular limits the surgeon's perception of tissue characteristics during... Read More about Deformation-based tactile feedback for telesurgery and telepalpation.

Just the ticket? Exploring the contribution of free bus fares policy to quality of later life
Thesis
Andrews, G. (2012). Just the ticket? Exploring the contribution of free bus fares policy to quality of later life. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/949157

Increasing longevity and the rapidly ageing UK population present policy makers with the considerable challenge of providing suitable mobility options that facilitate the maintenance of an acceptable quality of life in older age. Since April 2008, UK... Read More about Just the ticket? Exploring the contribution of free bus fares policy to quality of later life.