New Results of the Fifth-Kind Orthogonal Chebyshev Polynomials

The principal objective of this article is to develop new formulas of the so-called Chebyshev polynomials of the fifth-kind. Some fundamental properties and relations concerned with these polynomials are proposed. New moments formulas of these polynomials are obtained. Linearization formulas for these polynomials are derived using the moments formulas. Connection problems between the fifth-kind Chebyshev polynomials and some other orthogonal polynomials are explicitly solved. The linking coefficients are given in forms involving certain generalized hypergeometric functions. As special cases, the connection formulas between Chebyshev polynomials of the fifth-kind and the well-known four kinds of Chebyshev polynomials are shown. The linking coefficients are all free of hypergeometric functions.

Feedback on the benefits of remote patient control in Automated Peritoneal Dialysis in a French peritoneal dialysis center.

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the growing role of telemedicine in home dialysis treatments. Since the appearance of a connected automated peritoneal dialysis (APD) machine (Claria Sharesource Baxter® machine), we have systematically offered this solution to our patients treated with APD. Over the past two years, we have treated 35 patients with connected APD, of which 20 are still under the technique (aged 50 to 87) and represent 54% of the patients on peritoneal dialysis. A questionnaire on five subjects (perception of switching to the connected machine, stress, safety, everyday life, and vacations) was also given to them and showed that 80% of the patients had no stress related to the telemonitoring, while 18 out of 20 patients (90%) felt safe. In 2020, we received 74 phone calls during on-call phone duty, including 42 calls for the 20 patients on connected APD, one all for a patient on normal APD, and 32 calls for 16 patients on continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD). Handling errors concerned 42.85% of the calls, system errors concerned 4.76%, program validation concerned 7.14%, and connection problems concerned 9.52%. We were thus able to correct several problems remotely, such as drainage problems, weight gain, blood pressure imbalance, poor compliance, and connection problems. Thanks to the platform, we are notified daily of a possible problem. This saves the nurses time and allows them to deal with other issues. The way we educate patients and assist private nurses has not changed. Indeed, only the connection to the network as well as the entry of the weight and arterial pressure were added, and the disposables remained the same. Night or day, or in times of a health crisis, we can provide a rapid and targeted response to the patients’ questions, thanks to the platform.

Proof of Concept (PoC) 1.0—Implementing a Bioshading System Design Method

Nature provides a remarkable database of possible adaptation strategies that can be implemented in biomimetic design of shading systems. However, at this moment, successful design methods are conditioned to a limited knowledge and ability to emulate nature’s strategies to meet corresponding functional needs. The implementation of biomimetic processes has some major challenges: (1) the search and selection among several databases of appropriate strategies adopted by nature; (2) difficulties in reading, interpreting and translating at different scales; (3) connection problems between concepts and material premises. The selection of nature models is a very common situation among architectural projects. Proof of Concept (PoC) 1.0 was the first experience of application of the Bioshading System Design Method (BSDM). BSDM is a problem-based method that guides its users since the initial architectural challenge definition, improving users’ capabilities to interpret and translate nature strategies into architecture design, until its final state of creation, it’s physical condition. This experience enabled us to validate and evolve initial decisions, based on users experience and evaluation. At the end, PoC 1.0 revealed to be a fundamental step into the final version of BSDM.

First impressions: Use of the Azoth Systems O’Dive subclavian bubble monitor on a liveaboard dive vessel

Germonpré P, Van der Eecken P, Van Renterghem E, Germonpré F-L, Balestra C. First impressions: Use of the Azoth Systems O’Dive subclavian bubble monitor on a liveaboard dive vessel. Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine. 2020 December 20;50(4):405–412. doi: 10.28920/dhm50.4.405-412. PMID: 33325023.) Introduction: The Azoth Systems O’Dive bubble monitor is marketed at recreational and professional divers as a tool to improve personal diving decompression safety. We report the use of this tool during a 12-day dive trip aboard a liveaboard vessel. Methods: Six divers were consistently monitored according to the user manual of the O’Dive system. Data were synchronised with the Azoth server whenever possible (depending on cell phone data signal). Information regarding ease of use, diver acceptance and influence on dive behaviour were recorded. Results: In total, 157 dives were completely monitored over 11 diving days. Formal evaluations were only available after six days because of internet connection problems. Sixty-one dives resulted in the detection of bubbles, mostly in one diver, none of which produced any symptoms of decompression illness. Conclusions: The O’Dive system may contribute to increasing dive safety by making divers immediately aware of the potential consequences of certain types of diving behaviour. It was noted that bubble monitoring either reinforced divers in their safe diving habits or incited them to modify their dive planning. Whether this is a lasting effect is not known.

Robots and Robotics Kits for Early Childhood and First School Age

<p class="0abstract">Educational robotics can consider one of the newest trends in education and they have been introduced into the classrooms ranging from kindergarten through high school as a means of enriching the learning environment and promote knowledge-building activities. Especially, robotics technologies offer opportunities for young age children, for a practical, hands-on understanding of the things they meet in their daily life but do not fully understand, such as proximity sensors, motion detectors, and light sensors, reasoning failures (software bugs) and connection problems (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth disconnection). In this article, we presented robots that can be used in early childhood and first primary classes of education. The purpose of this article is not to advocate against an educational robot or robotic kit but indeed to inform the educational community so that to make informed decisions regarding the introduction of this kind of technology into the classroom.</p>

Analysis of the application of E-Invoicing in increasing Taxable Enterpreneur compliance

This study aims to examine the application of e-invoices to the compliance of Taxable Entrepreneurs (PKP) registered at KPP Pratama Makassar Selatan. This research is a qualitative descriptive study. Data sources are primary data obtained from interviews with Tax Entrepreneurs (PKP) and Tax Officers. This study uses four informants consisting of three informants from taxable entrepreneurs (PKP) and one informant from the Supervision and Consultation Section. Data analysis uses descriptive analysis method. The results showed that the application of e-invoicing within the scope of the South Makassar Primary Tax Office was effective and efficient. The implementation of e-invoicing increases taxpayer compliance, although there are some obstacles experienced by taxable entrepreneurs in using e-invoices, namely internet connection problems, and the application of errors sometimes occurs

Neuropsychologist, Psychologist, 3 years’ experience, USA

This chapter examines how, when treating individuals with Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Events (PNEE), a neuropsychologist operates from a viewpoint of PNEE as a “psycho-neurological” problem. The distinction between a “neurological” and “psychological” origin has important implications for the training necessary to perform the services offered by each specialist, but both specialties actually refer to the same origin of the PNEE. In both cases PNEE clearly arise from the brain. The neuropsychologist views these spheres not as separate and distinct, but rather as being on a continuous spectrum, with the major difference being the scale and scope at which the brain is considered. Neurological problems are typically viewed as large scale, concretely identifiable, and dealing with fundamental functioning and structural integrity. Psychological problems are viewed as small-scale neurological connection problems, too granular for the primary attention of neurologists. This is the clinical domain of psychiatrists, psychologists, and neuropsychologists. PNEE clearly have their origins in the brain, falling within the sphere of small-scale connection problems of brain functioning. Finally this chapter considers the lack of a clear explanation for why and how PNEE manifest in the brain because their true origin remains elusive.