Politecnico di Milano

Modelling the biomechanics of the human iris with an active strain approach

Abstract The iris is a deformable circular diaphragm that regulates pupil size in response to changes in illumination through the antagonistic actions of sphincter and dilator muscles. While the phenomenological relationship between pupil size and light intensity is well studied,...

Identification and Characterization of an Electric Vehicle’s Operational Regimes Using Sensor Data

The increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has led to the generation of large-scale multi-domain datasets containing information on battery, thermal, charging, and driving behavior under real-world operating conditions. These datasets provide valuable insights into vehicl...

Mantle heterogeneity drives spreading center dynamics at Arctic Mid-Ocean Ridge

The Mohns and Knipovich mid-ocean ridges in the Arctic Ocean are ideal settings to investigate the dynamics of spreading centers, being the region affected by intricate interplays between oblique plate kinematics and curved plate boundary geometry. Furthermore, significant mantle...

A multi-channel signal-enhanced fractional-order vibrational resonance coupled stochastic resonance array method for early fault detection of rolling bearings

In the field of early fault detection for rolling bearings, stochastic resonance (SR) and vibrational resonance (VR) have been widely adopted as effective nonlinear signal processing tools. Nonetheless, when it comes to enhancing weak fault characteristics, most existing methods...

Integrating Petri net heuristics within MILP for optimizing energy-efficient scheduling of flexible manufacturing systems

Abstract Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMSs) increasingly need to reconcile flexibility, high productivity and energy efficiency. This paper addresses the energy-efficient scheduling of routing-flexible FMSs with multiple job instances, shared machines and route-level Work-in-P...

Benchmarking and assessment of image-based methods for particulate matter estimation: The AQpictures project

Abstract. Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) is a major air-quality and public-health concern, while conventional monitoring networks remain limited in coverage and costly to deploy and maintain. This work presents the AQpictures project, which investigates alternative low-cost moni...

H-GIS-BIM Integration as a Knowledge-Making Tool for Heritage in Italian Marginal Areas

This research investigates the development of integrated knowledge systems for built heritage located in Italian Inner Areas, marginal territories characterised by socio-economic fragility and the progressive weakening of traditional settlement systems. Within these contexts, bui...

Panoramic Near-Infrared Imaging Device for Peripheral Vascular Mapping

Longitudinal mapping of the superficial peripheral vascular network is clinically relevant for conditions such as venous insufficiency, superficial venous thrombosis, and localized hemorrhagic injury; yet existing modalities are either operator-dependent, costly, or unable to pro...

Diels-Alder polyurethanes for reversible-by-design adhesives and coatings

Adhesively bonded joints with debonding-on-demand characteristics are required to combine high mechanical response with improved durability and sustainable end-of-life management. In this work, a novel polyurethane system based on Diels-Alder (DA) chemistry is proposed as a reusa...

A Smart, Sensor-Augmented Probe Card for Wafer-Level Photonic Testing of Co-Packaged Optics Devices

The transition from electrical to optical interconnects, enabled by the adoption of co-packaged optics (CPO) in advanced processors, is accelerating the scale-up to high volumes and redefining wafer-level test requirements. As optical interfaces migrate closer to the compute die,...

Not just alignment: body shape influences adult spinal deformity biomechanics

Abstract Purpose Adult spinal deformity (ASD) alters sagittal alignment and trunk centre of mass location, increasing spinal loading. Current clinical assessment of ASD primarily focuses on alignment parameters disregarding patient’s body shape variability. This study aimed to ev...

Why involvement remains fragile: a qualitative comparison of principal investigators’ and patient organisations’ perspectives in Italy

Patient Public Involvement is increasingly promoted to enhance the relevance, feasibility, and ethical grounding of clinical research, particularly in oncology, where trials can be demanding, and quality-of-life trade-offs are substantial. Despite this, involvement often remains...