The STRIP instrument of the Large Scale Polarization Explorer: microwave eyes to map the Galactic polarized foregrounds

In this paper we discuss the latest developments of the STRIP instrument of the "Large Scale Polarization Explorer" (LSPE) experiment. LSPE is a novel project that combines ground-based (STRIP) and balloon-borne (SWIPE) polarization measurements of the microwave sky on large angular scales to attempt a detection of the "B-modes" of the Cosmic Microwave Background polarization. STRIP will observe approximately 25% of the Northern sky from the "Observatorio del Teide" in Tenerife, using an array of forty-nine coherent polarimeters at 43 GHz, coupled to a 1.5 m fully rotating crossed-Dragone telescope. A second frequency channel with six-elements at 95 GHz will be exploited as an atmospheric monitor. At present, most of the hardware of the STRIP instrument has been developed and tested at sub-system level. System-level characterization, starting in July 2018, will lead STRIP to be shipped and installed at the observation site within the end of the year. The on-site verification and calibration of the whole instrument will prepare STRIP for a 2-years campaign for the observation of the CMB polarization.Comment: 17 pages, 15 figures, proceedings of the SPIE Astronomical Telescopes + Instrumentation conference "Millimeter, Submillimeter, and Far-Infrared Detectors and Instrumentation for Astronomy IX", on June 15th, 2018, Austin (TX

[ARTIGO RETRATADO] REDES NEURAIS ARTIFICIAIS APLICADAS À PREVISÃO DE ENCHENTES PARA REGIÃO DO PANTANAL NO MATO GROSSO DO SUL: [RETRACTED ARTICLE] Artificial neural networks applied to flood forecastins for the Pantanal region in Mato Grosso do Sul

Since 1941, there have been reports of flooding in the city of Aquidauana and Anastácio. In this context, this study aimed at forecast flood the urban area of the city of Aquidauana, using the technique of Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs). The RNA model adopted was the Perceptron Multi Layers (MLP), using data from the quotas of the Aquidauana river and the accumulated precipitation from 1995 to 2014 in points of the river basin in the city of Aquidauana. To reduce the number of meteorological data, was applied to the technical data of the Principal Component Analysis (ACP), with the calculation of the correlation coefficient r. The best results of the correlation coefficients were for one and three days before the forecast, with values equal to 97% and 86%, respectively. The results indicate that the RNAs provide means of detection or risk of flooding in the city of Aquidauana, with a forecast of up to five days before.Desde 1941 existe relatos de enchentes na cidade de Aquidauana e Anastácio. Nesse contexto, este estudo teve como objetivo prever enchentes na área urbana da cidade de Aquidauana, utilizando a técnica de Redes Neurais Artificiais (RNAs). O modelo de RNA proposto foi o Perceptron Multi Camadas (MLP), sendo usados os dados de cotas do rio Aquidauana e da precipitação acumulada do período de 1953 a 2007 em pontos da bacia do rio a montante da cidade de Aquidauana. Para reduzir o número de dados meteorológicos e melhor explicar a variância da matriz de observações, foi aplicada aos dados a técnica de Análise de Componentes Principais (ACP), com o cálculo do coeficiente de correlação r. Os melhores resultados dos coeficientes de correlação foram para um e três dias de antecedência de previsão, com os valores de r iguais a 97% e 86%, respectivamente. Os resultados indicaram que as RNAs forneceram meios confiáveis de detectar o risco de enchentes na cidade de Aquidauana, com previsão de até cinco dias de antecedência

Clinical Results of Bone Ingrowth TKA in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) often are not considered for TKA with bone ingrowth fixation because of poor bone quality, but we asked whether implants with sintered metal bead surfaces could be used to durably fix implants in this group of patients. We prospectively evaluated a consecutive series of 47 patients (64 knees) between January 1, 1994, and December 30, 2001, in two separate medical centers using one TKA system. Standard primary implants were used in all knees except those with major bone defects, and in these patients we used long diaphyseal stems to stabilize the implants. Minimum followup was 61 months (mean ± standard deviation, 83 ± 6 months; range, 61–124 months). Survivorship was 98.4% at 10 years postoperatively. No components failed because of loosening. One femoral component was revised for fracture because of a massive intraosseous rheumatoid cyst. No knees had radiographic evidence of migration or widening radiolucent lines. Knee Society clinical, pain, and function scores improved after surgery and were maintained throughout followup. These data suggest bone ingrowth implants can provide durable fixation in patients with RA

Gender differences in Glenoid and Coracoid Dimensions evaluated through 3D Printed bone models in the context of Anterior Shoulder Instability Surgery – An exploratory study

Introduction: Nonrecognition of smaller bone anatomy in the context of the Latarjet procedure may increase the chance of complications and worsen it outcomes, and this should be addressed preoperatively by accurate measuring of bone anatomy. Measurement of bone dimension can be performed through 3d printed bone models nowadays and therefore we aimed to evaluate glenoid and coracoid process dimensions obtained in 3D printed bone models, assess differences between genders, and compare the results with previously published anatomical studies. We hypothesized that the values obtained in the 3D models would be similar to those previously reported in other anatomical studies and gender differences would also be present. Methods: We retrospectively retrieved shoulder computer tomography scans from 39 adult patients with uninjured scapula. Using the DICOM file of the CT, we performed three-dimensional reconstructions of the scapula, including the glenoid and coracoid. The resulting digital model was then printed in an FDM technology 3D printer. With the 3D Printed models, one of the authors measured the models using a digital caliper. The measurements collected on the Glenoid were Glenoid Superior-Inferior length (GlenSI); and Glenoid Antero-Inferior length (GlenAP) .On the coracoid, the measurements collected were the Coracoid Anterior-Posterior length (CoracAP), the Coracoid Medial-Lateral (CoracML) distance and the Coracoid Superior-Inferior (CoracSI) distance. Those measurements were summarized and underwent statistical comparison between genders. The results were compared with other anatomical studies in the same bone anatomy. Results: We recorded a mean glenoid length (GlenAP) of 28.03 mm (SD = 0.45) and mean glenoid height (GlenSI) of 37,18 mm (SD =0,55). The mean glenoid dimensions differ significantly between male and female gender (p=0,002 and p=0,001, respectively).The coracoid mean length was 22,35 mm (SD=0.47), mean coracoid width was 14,97 mm (SD=0,30), mean coracoid height was9,51 mm (SD=0,22), and those measures also differ significantly between genders. The observed mean values were similar to those previously reported in other anatomical studies. Discussion: We observed that coracoid and glenoid dimensions significantly vary between genders for all of the measurements performed. Measurements obtained in this series are comparable with other similar anatomic studies. Although some limitations exists in our study, we consider 3D-printed bone models in the setting of anatomical studies as a relevant option to traditional cadaveric studies. Conclusion: Gender differences in coracoid and glenoid dimensions were observed and must be considered for the Latarjet procedure. Our results suggest that 3d printed bone models may be used for such evaluation with a good degree of reproducibility of the measurements observed in already published anatomic studies

Pressurized liquids extraction as an alternative process to readily obtain bioactive compounds from passion fruit rinds

Bioactive compounds from passion fruit industry by-products (rinds) were obtained using ethanolic-water pressurized liquid extraction (PLE), a green and intensified extraction process. The PLE method was compared with Soxhlet and maceration. Ethanol, water, and their mixtures were used as solvents. PLE and maceration conditions were: temperature 30–60 °C, ethanol concentration 70–100% (v/v), pressure 10 MPa (PLE) and atmospheric pressure (maceration). The extraction processes were evaluated in terms of global yield, total phenolic content, phenolic composition, and antioxidant activity. PLE achieved extracts with higher global yield, phenolic content, and antioxidant activity than the conventional methods. Based on these results and the fast extraction time, PLE at 60 °C using 70% ethanol was the best method to recover bioactive compounds from passion fruit rinds. Five phenolic compounds were identified and quantified in the extracts: isoorientin, vicenin, vitexin, orientin, and isovitexin. The antioxidant capacity and phenolic content exhibited high and positive correlation expressed by the Pearson’s coefficient. Extraction kinetics were performed and showed that target compounds could be recovered in short extraction times at the best PLE condition. The passion fruit rinds have therefore proved to be a rich source of phenolic compounds and PLE showed high efficiency to recover such compounds100A382390COORDENAÇÃO DE APERFEIÇOAMENTO DE PESSOAL DE NÍVEL SUPERIOR - CAPESFUNDAÇÃO DE AMPARO À PESQUISA DO ESTADO DE SÃO PAULO - FAPESP2925/20112013/02203-6; 2014/00372-8; 2015/11932-

Analysis and Distribution of the Rainfall Monitoring Network in a Brazilian Pantanal Region

Abstract To better understand drought and flood dynamics in the Pantanal is crucial an adequate hydrometeorological monitoring network. However, few studies have investigated whether the current monitoring systems are suitable in this region. Here, we analyzed the hydrometeorological monitoring network of the Aquidauana region, composed of pluviometric, meteorological and fluviatile gauging stations. We obtained data of all hydrometeorological gauges available in this region to compare with the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) recommendation. We found that although the number of stations in operation is satisfactory when compared with that established by the WMO, the network is not satisfactory in the operating stations because of lack of maintenance, thus creating a need for additional stations. This fact was also observed when analyzing the meteorological network. Using remote sensing data may be possible to fill these data gap. However, to improve the knowledge on hydrological processes in this region is still necessary to install additional ground-based stations

The STRIP instrument of the Large Scale Polarization Explorer:Microwave eyes to map the Galactic polarized foregrounds

\u3cp\u3eIn this paper we discuss the latest developments of the STRIP instrument of the Large Scale Polarization Explorer (LSPE) experiment. LSPE is a novel project that combines ground-based (STRIP) and balloon-borne (SWIPE) polarization measurements of the microwave sky on large angular scales to attempt a detection of the B-modes of the Cosmic Microwave Background polarization. STRIP will observe approximately 25% of the Northern sky from the Observatorio del Teide in Tenerife, using an array of forty-nine coherent polarimeters at 43 GHz, coupled to a 1.5 m fully rotating crossed-Dragone telescope. A second frequency channel with six-elements at 95 GHz will be exploited as an atmospheric monitor. At present, most of the hardware of the STRIP instrument has been developed and tested at sub-system level. System-level characterization, starting in July 2018, will lead STRIP to be shipped and installed at the observation site within the end of the year. The on-site verification and calibration of the whole instrument will prepare STRIP for a 2-years campaign for the observation of the CMB polarization.\u3c/p\u3