Yacht Performance Analysis with Computers

1981 ◽  
Author(s):  
David R. Pedrick ◽  
Richard S. McCurdy

Advances in computer technology continue to expand the every-day application of electronic calculation and programming. With everything from home computers to automotive diagnostic devices, hand-held Pong games, and calculator wristwatches now being big sellers, it is no surprise that computer-based marine instruments have increased in capability and popularity. This paper describes some current developments in electronics to evaluate the performance of sailing yachts, ranging from basic digital displays to full-blown shoreside computers.

2021 ◽  
pp. 20200944
Author(s):  
Lucio Calandriello ◽  
Simon LF Walsh

In patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), there is an urgent need of biomarkers which can predict disease behaviour or response to treatment. Most published studies report results based on continuous data which can be difficult to apply to individual patients in clinical practice. Having antifibrotic therapies makes it even more important that we can accurately diagnose and prognosticate in IPF patients. Advances in computer technology over the past decade have provided computer-based methods for objectively quantifying fibrotic lung disease on high-resolution CT of the chest with greater strength than visual CT analysis scores. These computer-based methods and, more recently, the arrival of deep learning-based image analysis might provide a response to these unsolved problems. The purpose of this commentary is to provide insights into the problems associated with visual interpretation of HRCT, describe of the current technologies used to provide quantification of disease on HRCT and prognostication in IPF patients, discuss challenges to the implementation of this technology and future directions.


Author(s):  
Iris Xie

Online catalogs are types of interactive computer systems; they can also be called “interactive catalogs” because a user interacts with the computer to find relevant information. The interaction is the main difference between Online Public Access Catalogs (OPACs) and other types of library catalogs (Hildreth, 1982; Matthews, 1985). Online catalogs are regarded as real-time interactive retrieval systems for libraries (Fayen, 1983). According to Peters (1991), the development of online catalogs can be characterized by three decades of development. In the 1960s, the development of online catalogs was led by the development of computer technology and the library community’s desire to increase efficiency in finding library materials. In the 1970s, commercial vendors started to replace large university libraries as the principal developers of computer-based library systems. In the 1980s, local libraries expand their control of the library catalog systems.


1989 ◽  
Vol 28 (04) ◽  
pp. 215-222 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Levy

Abstract:Although computer technology has progressed rapidly in the last decade, the use of computer mediated instruction as an adjunct to medical education has made only limited progress. This paper will attempt to analyze some of the major factors bearing on this limitation, will review those areas where computer based´instruction is potentially of greatest use, and will suggest means by which medical education can make greater use of the rapidly evolving information technologies. The Medical PLATO project at the University of Illinois will be used as an example to illustrate many of the points relating to the development of this field.


1997 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 207-212 ◽  
Author(s):  
Donelson R. Forsyth ◽  
C. Ray Archer

Computer-based teaching methods can improve the transfer of information, increase instructional focus on conceptual and methodological skills, enhance motivation, and stimulate the development of expressive skills. After reviewing a number of studies of computer-based applications, we report a correlational study of psychology students' attitudes and achievement in a technologically enhanced classroom. The results indicated that (a) students rated the computer-based instructional components positively, (b) those with weak academic backgrounds who consistently used the technology achieved higher test scores than weak students who did not use the technology, and (c) students who dropped out of college the following semester tended to be low users of technology. We also discuss the implications of computer technology for teaching.


1986 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 137-147
Author(s):  
Ben F. Eller ◽  
Alan S. Kaufman ◽  
James E. McLean

Rapid advances in the computer industry and the concomitant knowledge explosion have created a revolution in the information handling electronics industry. The continued proliferation of computer technology in the educational environment appears inevitable. There seems to be little doubt that recent advances in educational technology will have important consequences for educational institutions at all levels during the coming decades. Students, teachers, and administrators alike have already come to rely on bibliographic and statistical data bases, automated dictionaries, micrographic storage and retrieval systems, and specialized interactive cable and videotext systems for information access. Despite the impact of computer technology in the school environment, guidelines for planning and developing useable software for assessing cognitive abilities has warranted little attention in educational literature. This article suggests that computer-based support systems are now available which could be instrumental in solving the problems associated with cognitive assessment.


2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 70-78
Author(s):  
Masayu Rosyidah ◽  
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Marhaini Marhaini ◽  
Reny Kartika Sary ◽  
Febi Ardianto ◽  
...  

The teacher is a professional educator with the task of educating, teaching, guiding, directing, training, assessing, and evaluating students in early and secondary education in certain formal institutions. One of the problems faced by Al-Hamidiyah Middle School teachers is the low competency of teachers, especially in the use of computer technology devices. This is unfortunate, even though the demands on teachers' assignments are in line with the enactment of the 2013 curriculum, where teachers are required to work using applications, learning media using information technology, application-based assessment systems, computer-based national exams, and others. This obstacle occurs because there is still a lack of teacher motivation to add competence outside the main task for a variety of reasons conveyed. The approach used in this dedication activity with a persuasive-educative approach, by providing knowledge, understanding, and skills in using Microsoft Office. The method used in the form of lectures, practice, and discussion. The results of this dedication the teacher understands and is able to practice directly.


2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 52-61
Author(s):  
Alzuwandi ◽  
Jalinus

Computer technology can be utilized to create interactive learning media in the form of multimedia. Along with the development of technology need to make a computer-based learning media to help learners and teachers in learning, especially mathematics. In school, teachers use the material only from cardboard media and affixed to the blackboard, and even then not the students who hold it, so far the teacher taught mathematics only using textbooks and LKS, even though the teacher already has a computer or laptop and in the school already has facilities to support the use of media based computer that is one of them is LCD projector. One way that can be done is to create interactive learning media and interesting for learners. This study aims to develop a computer-based learning media that is valid to help students understand about functions. The research steps to be done is to analyze the syllabus, RPP and textbooks, collect the required images or animations, create paper based media designs, create media on powerpoints, create frontpage, and ask to validate by experts and practitioners. The program used for the design of computer-based products is a frontpage program, microsoft power point. Learning media validated by three experts or validators and then be revised according to validator’s advice. Learning media is packaged in the form of compact disk (CD) and user manual.


Author(s):  
Muhammad Sadar ◽  
Didik Siswanto ◽  
Susi Handayani

The development of computer technology now enables the development of computer-based information systems, so the Community Organization (ORMAS) licensing service at the National Unity and Politics Agency (Bakesbangpol) Pekanbaru City needs support from technological developments to reduce existing problems items, namely the lack of information for ORMAS administrators who want to extend the Certification of registration Community Organization ORMAS SKT, and SKT ORMAS when registering. The purpose of this research is to Facilitate all forms of licensing at the Kesbangpol office, so that the process can be more efficient in terms of time and cost. The system that will be created is a Web-based application, the design is done using Unified Modeling Language (UML) and making the system using the PHP programming language, and using a MySQL database


2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 7-12
Author(s):  
Larissa Navia Rani ◽  
Hari Marfalino ◽  
Putri Asysyura Yuska

The rapid development of computer technology and information greatly helps work in storing, accessing to data processing becomes faster and easier, this has triggered various fields in utilizing this with the use of computer-based information systems, especially for intelligence units in western security police. The system that will be created uses access to the virtual host-based client server. Modeling used UML modeling, this system is built using PHP programming language and MYSQL database. The results of the study show that the information system designed can process criminal data and is able to be implemented at the research site..


2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 1426-1440
Author(s):  
VASILIKI KOUKOUSOURI ◽  
ANDREAS KARAOULANIS

Abstract The purpose of this research is to investigate the views of the postgraduate students of the Hellenic Open University during the 2016-17 academic year on the possibilities of using internet based platforms and computer technology in general for the preparation of their written work in such a distance learning degree. Our sample was students 24 women and 6 men. All students in the same degree in the above mentioned academic year. Students were asked to complete a written questionnaire that was posted on the internet, while they were ensured for their anonymity. Data analysis was done by following a quantitative approach via the usage of the SPSS24 statistical software. The most important findings of the research were that of all forms of internet and computer based technology that was used in order to assist students during their studies, the forum, the emails and the usage of phone conversations with students and lectures were the ones that were mostly related with their written assignments. In terms of their educational needs in general, they were covered by email, forums, telephone communication and they also chose to videoconferencing. Generally speaking, they have shown that internet and computer technology are essential in distance learning education. Finally, students wanted to improve their communication with their lectures, would like to increase their telephone communication with them and to give answers to their questions via the forum usage. Keywords: Internet, communication, e-mail, forum, distance education, Hellenic Open University, telephone


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