The Self-Production Economy as a trend is based on the availability and accessibility of digital design and manufacturing technology to a wide range of individuals. Such technology allows them to create their own products with the quality and functionality that, so far, only industrial manufacturers …

Addressing the challenges of road construction in high-temperature regions, this research focuses on the technical and economic comparison between traditional asphalt pavement and recycled plastic asphalt pavement. The overarching research question is: “Technical and economical comparison of traditional …

This research aims to evaluate the usability, efficiency, user satisfaction, and cost-effectiveness of different augmented reality hardware in the quality control process within a manufacturing environment. The study focuses on the application of AR technologies to enhance industrial practices, particularly …

The comparative analysis of clay properties is a crucial study in dike design, construction and maintenance. Understanding the properties of different clay covers and soil is essential for ensuring the stability and effectiveness of dike systems. This research analysis aims to provide valuable insights …

This research investigates the feasibility and design of an Universal Transition Piece (TP) grillage for Heerema Marine Contractors (HMC) to enhance the efficiency of transporting transition pieces in offshore wind projects. The study addresses the problem of designing unique TP grillages for each project, …

The use of serious games as educational tools for healthcare professionals and patient interventions is rising, offering potential cost savings and quality improvements in healthcare. Customers from healthcare/educational organizations often ask about clinical effectiveness of these games. However, Dutch …

Objectives: Hospital admission in older adults is associated with unwanted outcomes such as readmission, institutionalization, and functional decline. To reduce these outcomes, the Netherlands introduced an alternative to hospital-based care: the Acute Geriatric Community Hospital (AGCH). The AGCH is …

Abstract: Teledentistry offers possibilities for improving efficiency and quality of care and supporting cost-effective healthcare systems. This umbrella review aims to synthesize existing systematic reviews on teledentistry and provide a summary of evidence of its clinical- and cost-effectiveness. …

Background: In recent years, the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of digital health services for people with musculoskeletal conditions have increasingly been studied and show potential. Despite the potential of digital health services, their use in primary care is lagging. A thorough implementation …