Theoretical and Experimental Study of Energy-Harvesting and Movement-Sensing Solutions in Pneumatic Systems.

This paper presents an experimentally based study aimed at assessing the viability of employing a commercial energy harvester to develop a self-powered end-stroke and speed sensor for pneumatic cylinders. An energy-harvesting device was integrated into a cylinder end-cap to recover energy from the piston impact at the end of the stroke. The recovered energy powers a radio transmitter that communicates the reach of the end-stroke.

[The management of structured interviews from lay personnel of the European non-emergency call number 116117].

Unlabelled: . The management of structured interviews from lay personnel of the European non-emergency call number 116117.

Introduction: The 116117 telephone number is the European harmonised number (NEA) for access to non-emergency medical care and other low-intensity/priority community health services.