The working hypothesis for this research project is that it is possible to develop a new functional polymer printing process for the direct application of conductive polymer onto textiles. We will use the basic extrusion technology that is currently applied in 3D printing. Thus the aim is also expanding …

The Saxion University of Applied Sciences recently started its “Safety at Work” project. Its objective is to increase safety in the workplace by combining and applying state-of-the-art factors from Ambient Intelligence, Industrial & Product Design and Smart Materials [1].The human factor plays a significant …

Het SIA RAAK project Crossmedia Atelier startte in 2008. Dit project was het begin van een samenwerking tussen Hogeschool Utrecht, Saxion, Stichting Fris, Novay en Syntens. Het project Crossmedia Atelier werd afgesloten met de eerste Media Battle. Deze eerste Battle bleek een groot succes voor alle betrokken …

In this paper we focus on the inclusion of decentralized energy production in the current energy infrastructure, and the changing role of the consumer towards a producer and an active participant in the energy value network.

In discussions on smart grids, it is often stated that residential end-users will play a more active role in the management of the electric power system. Experience in practice on how to empower end-users for such a role is however limited. This paper presents a field study in the first phase of the …

Smart home technology has been introduced as a potential solution to support ageing in place, to enhance the quality of life of residents, or to decrease the workload of professionals. The ability of smart home technology is to monitor the activity of daily living and safety of residents. The aim of …

Project idee e-Home.

Presentatie Energietransitie. Doelgroep: HIT Assen en Enexis

HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht (HU) initiated a sustainability program in 2010. A compelling vision, collaboration with external partners, interdisciplinary research and interweavement of research and education are important elements in this program. The scope of this paper is sustainability …