Publications
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Dynamic Switching State Systems for Visual Tracking
(2020)
This work addresses the problem of how to capture the dynamics of maneuvering objects for visual tracking. Towards this end, the perspective of recursive Bayesian filters and the perspective of deep learning approaches for ...
Arthur Schnitzler und der Film
(2006)
The study presents an overview of Arthur Schnitzler's collaborative work with the film industry. His attitude towards the cinema is taken into account and also his perceptions and theoretical reflection on the new medium. ...
Worte am Werk
(2008)
The focus of this study on Wittgenstein's work is on the connection between language and world. Whereas this issue is of high relevance in the Tractatus, PU seems to unmask it as meaningless. It is widely assumed that the ...
Schlüsselqualifikationen für Studium, Beruf und Gesellschaft
(2009)
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Allgemeine Technologie
(2009)
Worte am Werk
(2008)
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Vertrauen - zwischen sozialem Kitt und der Senkung von Transaktionskosten
(2010)
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Globale Handlungsfelder. Medien - Politik - Bildung
(2006)
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Symbiosen, Rituale, Routinen
(2010)
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Vernetztes Leben. Soziale und digitale Kulturen
(2006)
The Internet has taken with its unlimited communication structures an outstanding role. In the process of globalization this creates not only the possibility for the integration of access to information independent from ...
Mobilität in der globalisierten Welt
(2005)
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Verantwortung in Technik und Ökonomie
(2009)
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Technik und Kultur
(2010)
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Techniknostalgie und Retrotechnologie
(2010)
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Arthur Schnitzler und der Film. Bedeutung, Wahrnehmung, Beziehung, Umsetzung, Erfahrung
(2006)
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In Search of Meaning
(2009)
The essays collected in this volume explore some of the themes that have been at the centre of recent debates within Wittgensteinian scholarship. In opposition to what we are tentatively inclined to think, the articles of ...
Berufliche Bildung in Deutschland
(2008)
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Guaranteed Verification of Dynamic Systems
(2022)
This work introduces a new specification and verification approach for dynamic systems. The introduced approach is able to provide type II error free results by definition, i.e. there are no hidden faults in the verification ...
Waveguide-Based Photonic Sensors: From Devices to Robust Systems
(2022)
Integrated photonic sensor systems are miniaturized, mass-producible devices that leverage the mature semiconductor fabrication technology and a well-established ecosystem for photonic circuits. This book aims at a holistic ...
Fluorescent thermal imaging method for investigating transient effects in high-temperature superconductor tapes and coils
(2022)
This work presents the development and application of high-speed fluorescent thermal imaging for quench analysis in high-temperature superconductors (HTS). Using a fluorescent coating, with a temperature-dependent light ...
Impacts of natural disasters on supply chain performance
(2021)
Considering the increasing importance of natural disaster events it is inevitable to also focus on their impacts on supply chains as well as their performance impacts on them. The developed approach SCperformND (Supply ...
Building Transformation Networks for Consistent Evolution of Interrelated Models
(2022)
Complex software systems are described with multiple artifacts, such as code, design diagrams and others. Ensuring their consistency is crucial and can be automated with transformations for pairs of artifacts. We investigate ...
Realities, Challenges, Visions?
(2022)
Changing realities, global power shifts, and societal upheavals are resulting in new tasks and challenges for Foreign Cultural and Educational Policy. In an age of globalisation, digitisation, and growing nationalism, there ...
Deep Learning based Vehicle Detection in Aerial Imagery
(2022)
This book proposes a novel deep learning based detection method, focusing on vehicle detection in aerial imagery recorded in top view. The base detection framework is extended by two novel components to improve the detection ...
Experimental investigation and process simulation of the compression molding process of Sheet Molding Compound (SMC) with local reinforcements
(2022)
In this book, a new three-dimensional approach for the process simulation of SMC is developed. This approach takes into account both, the core layer that is dominated by the extensional viscosity and the thin lubrication ...
Emanzipatorisches Wohnen
(2022)
Facility Location Planning in Relief Logistics: Decision Support for German Authorities
(2022)
The delivery of essential goods to beneficiaries in the aftermath of a disaster is one of the main objectives of relief logistics. Thereby, the present work aims to improve relief logistics by improving the location selection ...
Verkehrsphasenbasierte Datenanalyse von zeitlich-räumlichen Strukturen der Staufronten
(2022)
To this day, the sudden emergence of the structures of congested traffic poses a great danger to drivers and vehicles: This is especially true when driving into the end of a traffic jam. One way to reduce the danger is the ...
Modellfreies Lernen optimaler zeitdiskreter Regelungsstrategien für Fertigungsprozesse mit endlichem Zeithorizont
(2022)
The quality and performance of components is largely determined by the execution of the manufacturing processes involved. The process result depends -- in addition to the initial state of the component and the process -- ...
Bildfolgenbasierte Gewinnung und Nutzung partikelindividueller Bewegungsinformation in der optischen Schüttgutsortierung
(2022)
Sensor-based sorting enables the separation of individual particles from a material stream. In this work, a novel sorting system using an area-scan camera is investigated. The use of high-speed cameras raises exciting ...
AI and IoT Meet Mobile Machines
(2022)
Infrastructure construction is society's cornerstone and economics' catalyst. Therefore, improving mobile machinery's efficiency and reducing their cost of use have enormous economic benefits in the vast and growing ...
Proceedings of the 2021 Joint Workshop of Fraunhofer IOSB and Institute for Anthropomatics, Vision and Fusion Laboratory
(2022)
2021, the annual joint workshop of the Fraunhofer IOSB and KIT IES was hosted at the IOSB in Karlsruhe. For a week from the 2nd to the 6th July the doctoral students extensive reports on the status of their research. The ...
Biegefestigkeit von Trägern aus kreissektorförmigen Lamellen
(2022)
Laminated Segment Timber (LST) consists of mutually glued trapezoidal lamellas made of Spruce. Due to the optimization of process parameters the wood yield can be increased to an average of 85 %. LST and layered LST are ...
Development of NbN based Kinetic Inductance Detectors on sapphire and diamond substrates for fusion plasma polarimetric diagnostics
(2022)
This work aimed at designing, studying and producing the first prototypes of KIDs tailored for fusion plasma polarimetric diagnostics. Diamond was considered for the first time as substrate material for low-temperature ...
Optical coherence tomography for characterization of nanocomposite materials
(2021)
Major challenges in nanoparticle and nanocomposite development are the control of particle size and shape, and to achieve uniform particle dispersion. In this book, the application of optical coherence tomography (OCT) for ...
Development of high-temperature superconductor cables for high direct current applications
(2021)
A design process for HTS DC cables was developed for high current applications. Based on the design process, a 35 kA HTS DC cable demonstrator was developed. The superconducting elements of the demonstrator were manufactured ...
Characterisation and Modelling of Continuous-Discontinuous Sheet Moulding Compound Composites for Structural Applications
(2020)
The main objective of this work is to significantly deepen the understanding of the material and the structural behaviour of continuous-discontinuous SMC composites, following a holistic approach to investigate microscopic ...
Pushing the KIT 2 MW Coaxial-Cavity Short-Pulse Gyrotron Towards a DEMO Relevant Design
(2021)
Magnetic fusion is one approach to generate thermonuclear fusion power in an environmental friendly way. The Electron Cyclotron Resonance Heating is considered as the major concept for startup, heating and control of the ...
Analysis of a Rotatable Wind Turbine Tower by means of Aero-Servo-Elastic Load Simulations
(2021)
This work highlights how the costs and CO2-emissions of land-based wind turbines can be reduced by means of an innovative and material efficient support structure concept. Thereby the yaw system is placed at the tower base, ...
Modeling martensitic phase transformation in dual phase steels based on a sharp interface theory
(2021)
Martensite forms under rapid cooling of austenitic grains accompanied by a change of the crystal lattice. Large deformations are induced which lead to plastic dislocations. In this work a transformation model based on the ...
Manufacturing-constrained multi-objective optimization of local patch reinforcements for discontinuous fiber reinforced composite parts
(2021)
In this work, contributes to the optimization of local continuous fiber reinforcement patches, under consideration of manufacturing constraints. This approach requires specific optimization strategies. Therefore, an ...
Annual Report 2019 of the Institute for Nuclear and Energy Technologies
(2021)
The annual report of the Institute for Nuclear and Energy Technologies of KIT summarizes its research activities and provides some highlights of each working group, like thermal-hydraulic analyses for fusion reactors, ...
On direct and inverse problems related to longitudinal impact of non-uniform elastic rods
(2021)
The impact of two non-uniform elastic rods is considered and a recursive method was developed that solves the inverse problem: Find the location-dependent impedance function of the impacting rod that generates a prescribed ...
On the Electro-Chemo-Mechanical Coupling in Solid State Batteries and its Impact on Morphological Interface Stability
(2021)
Solid state batteries with a lithium metal electrode are considered the next generation of high energy battery technology. Unfortunately, lithium metal is prone to harmful protrusion or dendrite growth which causes dangerous ...
Road Condition Estimation with Data Mining Methods using Vehicle Based Sensors
(2021)
The work provides novel methods to process inertial sensor and acoustic sensor data for road condition estimation and monitoring with application in vehicles, which serve as sensor platforms. Furthermore, methods are ...
OCM 2021 - Optical Characterization of Materials
(2021)
The state of the art in the optical characterization of materials is advancing rapidly. New insights have been gained into the theoretical foundations of this research and exciting developments have been made in practice, ...
High-speed surface profilometry based on an adaptive microscope with axial chromatic encoding
(2021)
An adaptive microscope with axial chromatic encoding is designed and developed, namely the AdaScope. With the ability to confocally address any locations within the measurement volume, the AdaScope provides the hardware ...
Optimal Scheduling of Combined Heat and Power Generation Considering Heating Grid Dynamics
(2021)
As the share of renewable generation increases in electric grids, the traditionally heat driven operation of combined heat and power plants (CHPs) reaches its limits. Thermal storage is required for a flexible operation ...
Probabilistic Motion Planning for Automated Vehicles
(2021)
In motion planning for automated vehicles, a thorough uncertainty consideration is crucial to facilitate safe and convenient driving behavior. This work presents three motion planning approaches which are targeted towards ...
Wireless Terahertz Communications: Optoelectronic Devices and Signal Processing
(2021)
Novel THz device concepts and signal processing schemes are introduced and experimentally confirmed. Record-high data rates are achieved with a simple envelope detector at the receiver. Moreover, a THz communication system ...
Quantum Sensing Experiments with Superconducting Qubits
(2021)
Quantum sensing is a vast and emerging field enabling in-situ studies of quantum systems and hence the development of quantum hybrid systems. This work creates the fundament of direct superconducting-magnetic hybrid systems ...
Proceedings of the 2020 Joint Workshop of Fraunhofer IOSB and Institute for Anthropomatics, Vision and Fusion Laboratory
(2021)
In 2020, the annual joint workshop of the Fraunhofer IOSB and the Vision and Fusion Laboratory of the KIT was hosted at the IOSB in Karlsruhe. For a week from the 27th to the 31st July the doctoral students of both ...
Phase-field Modeling of Phase Changes and Mechanical Stresses in Electrode Particles of Secondary Batteries
(2021)
Most storage materials exhibit phase changes, which cause stresses and, thus, lead to damage of the electrode particles. In this work, a phase-field model for the cathode material NaxFePO4 of Na-ion batteries is studied ...
Utility, Progress, and Technology: Proceedings of the 15th Conference of the International Society for Utilitarian Studies
(2021)
This volume collects selected papers delivered at the 15th Conference of the International Society for Utilitarian Studies, which was held at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology in July 2018. It includes papers dealing with ...
Belief State Planning for Autonomous Driving
(2021)
This work presents a behavior planning algorithm for automated driving in urban environments with an uncertain and dynamic nature. The algorithm allows to consider the prediction uncertainty (e.g. different intentions), ...
Convective precipitation simulated with ICON over heterogeneous surfaces in dependence on model and land-surface resolution
(2021)
The impact of land-surface properties like vegetation, soil type, soil moisture, and the orography on the atmosphere is manifold. These features determine the evolution of the atmospheric boundary layer, convective conditions, ...
Implicit Incremental Model Analyses and Transformations
(2021)
When models of a system change, analyses based on them have to be reevaluated in order for the results to stay meaningful. In many cases, the time to get updated analysis results is critical. This thesis proposes multiple, ...