Cyborg insects are a major part of the vision of future interactions of the living world and technology, including but not limited to the Internet of Living Things (IoLT). They are crawling or flying insects with additional electronic circuitry allowing remote control of their movement and collection of sensory data. In this critical review, we survey the historical development of cyborg insects engineering, from the first backpacks on insects used for communication and sensing, to different methods of control and actuation of insects’ locomotion. We review the suggested applications of cyborg insects ranging from military use to agriculture, pointing out the problematic connotations of swarms and cyborgs in these contexts. We address the applications and the narratives around engineered insects from the perspective of philosophy, economy, law, and politics. We add perspectives on emancipatory potential of cyborg technology and where the future of it could lie.

This paper aims at providing a framework suitable for justification of classical convolution integral and Fourier transform in many cases not covered by the usual definition of integral used for signal theory applications. Generalized functions approach from functional analysis is used, simplifying it to be approachable for engineers while retaining the rigor. The generalized functions approach results in an elegant and applicable definition of integral known before in the mathematical literature which is readily applicable in signal theory, justifying formulae usually seen as dubious and criticised for lack of rigor. The study offers a rigorous, simple and understandable definition of integral for use in analog signal theory, helping the formalization of engineering education by means of rigor. Main advantage of this approach is retaining the classical notation used in signal theory as well as its straightforward justification of key formulae in signal theory resulting from convolution and/or Fourier transform.

In this paper we examine the representations of quantum theory and technology in visual media. Namely, we conduct a thorough content analysis of film scripts in science fiction and fantasy to discover ways quantum physics and computing are portrayed: examples include quantum computer scepticism, quantum as proxy for complexity/intelligence, and quantum theory as a vehicle for mysticism. We proceed with motif analysis in quantum theory and technology illustrations in outlets representative of modern global north economy, news, and science writing. There we extract the dominant symbols of quantum discourse and compare them to quantum technology imaginaries in literature. We recognise the repeated and replicated bias towards quantum technology as fuzzy, non­binary, subjective, mystical, as well as a venue of a new arms/space race.

: Complexes of general formula [ Ru(bpy) 2 (L) ]CF 3 SO 3 , where bpy = 2,2′ - bipyridine, and L = Schiff bases derived from salicylaldehyde and amino acids (glycine ( 1a), cysteine (1b), methionine (1c ) and phenylalanine ( 1d )) were synthesized. Characterization based on elemental analysis, Ru content, mass, infrared and electronic spectra confirmed RuN 5 O coordination unlike 1b where coordination occurred via azomethine nitrogen and cysteine sulfur. Cyclic voltammograms, except 1b, showed several quasi- reversible redox pairs in the positive potential range, the first located at about 0.5 V, corresponding to similar heteroleptic Ru(II) bipyridyl complexes. Biological activity was tested by interactions with DNA and BSA. DNA binding constants of order 10 3 M − 1 , suggest groove binding due to bpy ligand and hydrogen bonding of the OH and CO groups from the imine moiety. In vitro BSA protein inhibition assay performed by spectrofluorimetry showed Complex : BSA binding in 1 : 1 ratio with K b of 10 4 M − 1 order. Cytotoxicity studies by MTT assay for 72 h of drug action revealed activity of 1a and 1d against breast cancer MCF- 7 cells with IC 50 values 32 ± 8 and 26 ± 1µM, respectively.

In this paper, a novel method for the magnetic flux density estimation in the vicinity of multi-circuit overhead transmission lines is proposed. The proposed method is based on a fully connected feed-forward artificial neural network model that is trained to estimate the magnetic flux density vector components for a range of single-circuit overhead transmission lines. The proposed algorithm is able to simplify estimation process in instances when there are two or more geometrically identical circuits present in the multi-circuit overhead transmission line. In such instances, artificial neural network model is employed to estimate the magnetic flux density distribution over a considered lateral profile for only one of such circuits. The magnetic flux density estimates of the other geometrically identical circuits are derived from these results. The proposed methodology defines the resultant magnetic flux density for the multi-circuit overhead transmission line in terms of the contributions made by individual circuits. The application of the proposed magnetic flux density estimation method is demonstrated on several multi-circuit configurations of overhead transmission lines. The performance of the proposed method is compared with the Biot-Savart law based method calculation results as well as with field measurement results.

Introduction. Lean principles have been successfully adapted to the healthcare environment, enabling hospitals and clinics to streamline their operations and focus on value as perceived by their patients. Many healthcare facilities have implemented lean principles to improve their efficiency. The subject of this paper is the lean concept, the essence of which is implementation of methods that affect the efficiency and quality of providing health services. Our aim was to point out the necessity of applying modern concepts in healthcare. Material and Methods. The primary sources of data were obtained through research on the opinions and possibility of applying the lean concept in hospitals in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We presented the results on the effectiveness of the lean concept in hospitals that apply it. Results. After implementation of the lean concept in an Italian hospital, the results showed a positive impact on the waiting time for admission, faster discharge, and faster flow of information. The results of the research in Bosnia and Herzegovina showed that there were positive attitudes towards the effects that would be achieved by implementing the lean concept. Conclusion. The implementation of the lean concept would reduce medical waste, which would positively affect the quality of health care services.

The aim of our manuscript is to report of a successful perinatal outcome after treatment of acute polyhydramnios caused by duodenal atresia. A 34-year-old G3P1 was referred due to polyhydramnios in the 30th week of pregnancy. Ultrasound revealed polyhydramnios, amniotic fluid index (AFI) 28, and a double bubble sign that indicated duodenal atresia and dilatated oesophagus. In the 32nd week of gestation, the volume of amniotic fluid increases, AFI 35, along with symptoms of dyspnea and abdominal pain. Due to the clinical picture and the early gestational age, it was decided to perform an amnioreduction. In the 36th week of gestation cesarean section was performed. The baby was taken for exploratory laparotomy and found to have a simultaneous complete duodenal atresia and annular pancreas with associated dilated the first portion of the duodenum and the stomach. A side-to-side duodenoduodenostomy via single-layer hand-sewn anastomosis was performed over a transanastamotic feeding tube (TAFT). The postoperative course was uneventful. Amnioreduction is useful and safe in the treatment of acute polyhydramnios caused by duodenal atresia and thus has a significant role in prolonging gestation until fetal maturity.