Wideband Hybrid pipeline ADC

To be able to cope with the demands of next generation radar applications, a bandwidth of 400MHz is required. The SAR assisted CT ∆Σ ADC provides an energy efficient ADC, but needs improvements to cope with the bandwidth enlargement. This thesis examines the front end components and thus initially focuses on resolving the issues in the front end...

Towards Silent Open Windows: An Open-loop Wave-domain Algorithm for Control of Noise through Apertures

Noise pollution is a major health threat to society. Active noise control systems that attenuate noise through open windows have the potential to create quieter homes while maintaining ventilation and sight. Such systems are commonly realized with closed-loop LMS algorithms. However, these algorithms require a large number of error microphones...

Circular economy in construction: re-use NS train windows as a new construction component

The building industry is a significant waste contributor. Especially at the end-of-life of the building it causes an enormous impact on the environment. Construction solid waste has caused serious environmental problems. Reuse, recycling and reduction of construction materials have been advocated for many years, and various methods have been...

A-priori inertia estimation from weight for goal-directed movement under weight compensation

Robotic lifting aids aim to reduce the forces on the operator, but may thereby also change the experienced dynamics of the lifted object. In the case of weight compensation, the experienced ratio between object's weight and inertia is altered, exposing the operator to dynamics different from those experienced in daily life. This may affect...