As workplaces become increasingly complex, manufacturing companies must adopt technologies that not only fulfill customer requirements but also prioritize high-quality jobs for production workers. Assistance systems are gaining popularity because they can enhance manufacturing performance and support …

Abstract Digital Product Passports (DPPs) can play an essential role in accelerating the circular economy. However, the process of DPP implementation and adoption in the Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE) sector remains slow and unclear, highlighting a critical gap in the existing research. This …

The transition to a circular economy presents significant challenges for high-tech manufacturing, particularly among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which often face resource constraints. Digital Product Passports (DPPs) have emerged as pivotal tools for enhancing transparency, traceability, …

Abstract. The rapid increase in e-waste poses significant environmental challenges. Most disposed Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE) products, including computers, mobile phones, and household appliances, are currently recycled for materials rather than reused, due to perceived low residual value. This …

The Sloe area is an unembanked industrial port area in Zeeland. As sea levels rise, this area will experience increased flood risks. This is partly due to climate change, which is causing sea level rise to accelerate, and partly due to the area's vulnerability because it is located outside the dike ring, …

This thesis focuses on optimizing the structural design and cost efficiency of an industrial electrical room for a large-scale data center located in Eemshaven, Netherlands. The industrial hall is designed to accommodate a 5-ton gantry crane integral to the installation and maintenance of heavy electrical …

Light intensity and spectral composition notably impact the human circadian rhythm. The human body is a physiological system that regulates its sleep-awake cycle through a constant rhythm of light and darkness. For a long time, the lighting research field has been concerned with understanding this circadian …

There is a pressing need to align energy curricula in vocational and higher education to the challenges of the energy transition. Therefor this paper aims at drafting up to date skills profiles for jobs in the Dutch energy sector. Skills profiles were drafted by mapping (transversal) skills mentioned …

This review offers a detailed examination of the current landscape of radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic field (EMF) assessment tools, ranging from spectrum analyzers and broadband field meters to area monitors and custom-built devices. The discussion encompasses both standardized and non-standardized …

This study evaluates the maximum theoretical exposure to radiofrequency (RF) electromag- netic fields (EMFs) from a Fifth-generation (5G) New Radio (NR) base station (BS) while using four commonly used mobile applications: YouTube for video streaming, WhatsApp for voice calls, Instagram for posting pictures …