@phdthesis{Bruns2010,
  author    = {Bruns, Erich},
  title     = {Adaptive Image Classification on Mobile Phones},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.1421},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20100707-15092},
  school      = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar},
  year      = {2010},
  abstract  = {The advent of high-performance mobile phones has opened up the opportunity to develop new context-aware applications for everyday life. In particular, applications for context-aware information retrieval in conjunction with image-based object recognition have become a focal area of recent research. In this thesis we introduce an adaptive mobile museum guidance system that allows visitors in a museum to identify exhibits by taking a picture with their mobile phone. Besides approaches to object recognition, we present different adaptation techniques that improve classification performance. After providing a comprehensive background of context-aware mobile information systems in general, we present an on-device object recognition algorithm and show how its classification performance can be improved by capturing multiple images of a single exhibit. To accomplish this, we combine the classification results of the individual pictures and consider the perspective relations among the retrieved database images. In order to identify multiple exhibits in pictures we present an approach that uses the spatial relationships among the objects in images. They make it possible to infer and validate the locations of undetected objects relative to the detected ones and additionally improve classification performance. To cope with environmental influences, we introduce an adaptation technique that establishes ad-hoc wireless networks among the visitors' mobile devices to exchange classification data. This ensures constant classification rates under varying illumination levels and changing object placement. Finally, in addition to localization using RF-technology, we present an adaptation technique that uses user-generated spatio-temporal pathway data for person movement prediction. Based on the history of previously visited exhibits, the algorithm determines possible future locations and incorporates these predictions into the object classification process. This increases classification performance and offers benefits comparable to traditional localization approaches but without the need for additional hardware. Through multiple field studies and laboratory experiments we demonstrate the benefits of each approach and show how they influence the overall classification rate.},
  subject      = {Kontextbezogenes System},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{SchinkKoch2004,
  author    = {Schink, Claus-J{\"u}rgen and Koch, Volker},
  title     = {Interdisciplinary Cooperation Modules in Mobile Networks},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.178},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1788},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {The contribution describes the didactical integration of wireless access networks for the campus of the University of Karlsruhe in the education of architects and engineers. It focuses on the development of an interdisciplinary communication network to encourage and promote the communication and collaboration between students. The project assumes that significant learning progresses in net-based learning scenarios are based upon the synchronous and asynchronous cooperation between the students themselves. The remote cooperation across borders of disciplines makes high demands on capacity in communicating and cooperating of the involved persons as well as on the supporting tools. Therefore, the collective acquisition of knowledge and cooperation has to be trained intensively during the studies. Based on the design and project oriented cooperation platform netzentwurf.de the authors developed the tools "Jobadmin" to administrate multidisciplinary workgroups, the "Swarm Knowledge Catalogue" to collect and store knowledge and "LivingCampus", an instrument providing basic services for dynamic communication.},
  subject      = {Architektur},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{Molkenthin2004,
  author    = {Molkenthin, Frank},
  title     = {Web-based Information Systems: Data Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting for Measurements and Simulations},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.118},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1184},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {This paper describes the concept, implementation and application of the Web-based Information System 'Turtle' for data monitoring, analysis, reporting and management in engineering projects. The system uses a generalised object-oriented approach for information modelling of physical state variables from measurements and simulations by sets of tensor objects and is implemented platform-independently as a Web application. This leads to a more flexible handling of measurement and simulation information in distributed and interdisciplinary engineering projects based on the concept of information sharing. The potential and advantages of Web-based information systems like 'Turtle' are described for one selected application example: a measurement programme dealing with the physical limnology of Lake Constance.},
  subject      = {Mobile Computing},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{RobertNicoudRaphaelSmith2004,
  author    = {Robert-Nicoud, Yvan and Raphael, Benny and Smith, Ian F. C.},
  title     = {Using entropy to maximize the usefulness of data collection},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.117},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1177},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {This paper presents a generic methodology for measurement system configuration when the goal is to identify behaviour models that reasonably explain observations. For such tasks, the best measurement system provides maximum separation between candidate models. In this work, the degree of separation between models is measured using Shannon's Entropy Function. The location and type of measurement devices are chosen such that the entropy of candidate models is greatest. This methodology is tested on a laboratory structure and, to demonstrate generality, an existing fresh water supply network in a city in Switzerland. In both cases, the methodology suggests an appropriate set of sensors for identifying the state of the system.},
  subject      = {Mobile Computing},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{BuergyGarrett2004,
  author    = {B{\"u}rgy, Christian and Garrett, James H.},
  title     = {Supporting Domain Experts in Determining Viable User Interface Designs for Wearable Computers Used in AEC Work Situations},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.116},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1168},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {The design of mobile IT systems, especially the design of wearable computer systems, is a complex task that requires computer science knowledge, such as that related to hardware configuration and software development, in addition to knowledge of the domain in which the system is intended to be used. Particularly in the AEC sector, it is necessary that the support from mobile information technology fit the work situation at hand. Ideally, the domain expert alone can adjust the wearable computer system to achieve this fit without having to consult IT experts. In this paper, we describe a model that helps in transferring existing design knowledge from non-AEC domains to new projects in the construction area. The base for this is a model and a methodology that describes the usage scenarios of said computer systems in an application-neutral and domain-independent way. Thus, the actual design information and experience will be transferable between different applications and domains.},
  subject      = {Mobile Computing},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{ReinhardtGarrettAkinci2004,
  author    = {Reinhardt, Jan and Garrett, James H. and Akinci, Burcu},
  title     = {SiDaCoS: Product and Process Models on Construction Sites},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.115},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1156},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {Site superintendents performing project management tasks on construction sites need to access project documents and need to collect information that they observe while inspecting the site. Often, information that is observed on a construction site needs to be integrated into electronic documents or project control systems. In the future, we expect integrated product and process models to be the medium for storing and handling construction project management information. Even though mobile computing devices today are already capable of storing and handling such integrated product and process data models, the user interaction with such large and complex models is difficult and not adequately addressed in the existing research. In this paper, we introduce a system that supports project management tasks on construction sites effectively and efficiently by making integrated product and process models accessible. In order to effectively and efficiently enter or access information, site superintendents need visual representations of the project data that are flexible with respect to the level of detail, the decomposition structure, and the type of visual representation. Based on this understanding of the information and data collection needs, we developed the navigational model framework and the application Site Data Collection System (SiDaCoS), which implements that framework. The navigational model framework allows site superintendents to create customized representations of information contained in a product and process model that correspond to their data access and data collection needs on site.},
  subject      = {Mobile Computing},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{JaselskisWhiteWalters2004,
  author    = {Jaselskis, Edward and White, David and Walters, Russell},
  title     = {Real time geotechnical field data acquistion using a distributed approach},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.114},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1146},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {A distributed geotechnical remote analysis of data system (Distributed G-RAD) can benefit both owners and contractors in providing better quality control and assurance on geotechnical projects. The Distributed G-RAD approach involves efficient data acquisition using PDAs with GPS capability, radio frequency identification (RFID) tags for labeling soil samples, laser scanning for measuring lift thickness and volumes of stockpiles and borrow pits. Spatial data storage is provided using a geographic information system (GIS). Portions of this system are already developed while other parts are still being considered. This paper also describes how RFID and laser scanning technologies can be used in the larger Distributed G-RAD system.},
  subject      = {Mobile Computing},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{Suzuki2004,
  author    = {Suzuki, Aketo},
  title     = {Numerical Analysis for Prediction as to Influence of Digging a Tunnel on Groundwater},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.113},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1133},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {This paper describes monitoring of the in-valley discharge and underground water level at the place where the tunnel will be constructed and also, the numerical analysis for prediction applying the Tank Model and Linear Filter Method to calculate the prediction. The application of these analyses has actually allowed the change of underground water level to be grasped and more effective information system to be established by comparing the real-time monitoring data with the real-time calculation of prediction.},
  subject      = {Mobile Computing},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{LiuSoibelmanTrupp2004,
  author    = {Liu, Liang and Soibelman, Lucio and Trupp, Torsten},
  title     = {Novel Technologies for Construction Field Data Collection},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.112},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1120},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {A vast growth of advanced information technology systems and tools nowadays is opening new ways to collect accurate as-built data. Since the turn of the millennium, new technology developments enable for the first time to gather accurate as-built information. Accurate as-built data will be of great usage to construction management as well as to designers and engineers. Given that most of the planned data are already digitally available, as-built data remains on paper forms. Information technology developments are opening new ways to digitize construction field data in order to develop intelligent tools for construction management allowing design engineers to update as-planned data. 3D Laser scanning, digital close-range photogrammetry and mobile computing are among the promising data collection technologies, which are auspicious to create new opportunities to develop advanced construction management and engineering tools. Primarily, accurate collected as-built data will be highly beneficial for the process of updating as-planned data.},
  subject      = {Mobile Computing},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{JianMingKe2004,
  author    = {Jian Ming, Lu and Ke, Chen},
  title     = {Information technology used in highway and bridge engineering},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.111},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1114},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {With the speedy development of transportation of China, especially construction of many high-grade highways, some information technology successes have been achieved in the highway and bridge engineering, such as survey, design, construction and maintenance etc. In this paper, some applications about information technology in the highway engineering were introduced and some bridge professional software developed by RIOH (Research Institute Of Highways) in recent years was also introduced.},
  subject      = {Mobile Computing},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{MenzelDittrichDomschke2004,
  author    = {Menzel, Karsten and Dittrich, J{\"o}rg and Domschke, Sven},
  title     = {About the implantation process of mobile computing in AEC},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.110},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1106},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {The AEC industry is conscious of the potentials arising from the usage of mobile computer systems to increase productivity by streamlining their business processes. Discussions are no longer on whether or not to use a mobile computer solution, but rather, on how it should be used. However, the implantation process of this new technology in Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) and Facility Management (FM) practise is very slow and should be improved. One way to encourage and ease the usage of mobile computer systems in AEC is a more process-oriented usability and context appropriateness of mobile computer solutions. Context-sensitivity is defined as a crucial feature to be taken into account for further research in the area of Mobile Computing. Context-sensitive, mobile IT-solutions depend on two features: (1) flexible definitions of (construction) processes describing the context and (2) tools for flexible, multi-dimensional information management representing the context. It is on this premise that the authors propose the n-dimensional data management approach for the implementation of mobile computing solutions. In this paper, we analyse working scenarios in the AEC and FM sector, defining context aspects which are transformed and formalized as dimension hierarchies of the envisaged context model.},
  subject      = {Mobile Computing},
  language  = {en}
}