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The MedITNet Assessment Framework: Development and Validation of a Framework for Improving Risk Management of Medical IT Networks
No full textMedical devices are increasingly designed for incorporation into a hospital’s IT network allowing devices to exchange critical information. However, connecting devices in this way can introduce risks potentially negating the benefits to patients. While the IEC 80001-1 standard has been developed to aid Healthcare Delivery Organisations (HDOs) in addressing these risks, HDOs often struggle to understand and implement the requirements. The MedITNet framework has been developed to allow HDOs to assess the capability of their risk management processes against the requirements of IEC 80001-1. MedITNet provides a flexible assessment framework enabling HDOs to gain a understanding of the requirements of the standard and to improve risk management processes by determining their current state and highlighting areas for improvement. This paper examines the challenges faced by HDOs in the risk management of medical IT networks and explains the components of the MedITNet framework and how the framework addresses these challenges. The use of Action Design Research (ADR) in the development and validation of MedITNet are also discussed focusing on a pilot implementation of the assessment method and expert review of the overall framework. The changes to the framework and its components as a result of the validation process are also discussed
NETLAKE guidelines for automated monitoring system development. Cost options (Factsheet 002).
Get PDFIn this factsheet, we describe some of the cost options that will determine buoy configuration
NETLAKE guidelines for automated monitoring system development. Factsheet 008: Weather stations.
Get PDFIn this factsheet, we give an overview of whether you should add a weather station to your platform, which types of weather instruments and stations are available on the market and how to position the weather station on your platform
Knowledge Discovery in Databases - Data Mining. In Obrador, B., Jones, I.D. and Jennings, E. (Eds.) NETLAKE toolbox for the analysis of high-frequency data from lakes (Factsheet 7).
Get PDFMobile Health & Medical Apps: Possible Impediments to Healthcare Adoption
No full textAccording to the World Health Organization use of mobile, wireless and communication technologies to support healthcare and the achievement of health objectives is known as mHealth. This paper investigates sub-topics of mHealth, mobile health apps (MHAs) and mobile medical apps (MMAs), which have emerged with the increasing prevalence of smart phones and tablets. The number of health related apps available in 2014 is estimated at 100,000. However, various reports highlight details, such as: 40% of health apps are unused after the initial novelty has worn off; people with chronic diseases who need this technology are not using it; and that due to clinicians having issues with quality and trust of such systems they are not confident in using or in recommending to patients. The paper discusses issues for MMAs which are deterring development and innovation within the industry and the adoption of MMAs by the medical field. The discussion includes, the regulatory background, difficulties such as communication and vagueness surrounding the regulatory status of MMAs, time and cost, safety issues and the security and privacy concerns
The Development and Validation of a Roadmap for Traceability.
Get PDFOrganisations who operate in the safety critical domains such as the medical device, avaition, and automotive domains must ensure their software is safe and provide objective evidence to this effect. One way of achieving this is by adhering to domain specific regulations and guidelines which specify a comprehensive implementation of traceability. However there is a gap between regulatory traceability requirements and what is implemented in practice. This lack of compliance means that organisations find it difficult to assess the safety of their software and thus ensure its safety. One reason for non-compliance with regards to traceability is a lack of guidance on what traceability to implement or how to implement it. In this paper we present the development and validation of a roadmap for the implementation of traceability in the medical device domain. The roadmap will provide medical device organisations with a pathway for effective traceability implementation
An Experimental and Analytical Investigation Into The Scouring Effect Around Bridge Piers of Various Shapes and Alignments
No full textScour is a natural phenomenon, which is caused by the erosive action of flowing water along alluvial beds. It is the leading cause of bridge failure globally, which results from the construction of any hydraulic structure, bridge, culvert, dyke in a natural open channel. In the island of Ireland alone there has been 18 cases of bridge damage/failure due to scour, with the most recent, best-known, case being the collapse of the Malahide Bridge Viaduct in 2009. It is for this reason that a good understanding of the complex three-dimensional process is needed. Also, the magnitude of potential scour may have a major effect on the cost of construction, along withcontinuous maintenance costs of a bridge. The purpose of this research dissertation is to examine, experimentally, the effect piers of alternative shapes and alignments the scouring process; both in terms of equilibrium scour depth and geometry of developed scour hole. And hence, make suggestions which may improve on the already vast literature available on this well-known phenomenon
The use of short rotation coppice (SRC) Willow trees to treat effluent from multi-unit on-site wastewater treatment systems
No full textThe aim of this research is to find if Short Rotation Coppice (SRC) willow trees is a viable wastewater treatment system in Ireland. The research will also evaluate the economic value of the willow within the system as a biofuel. The problems with current wastewater treatment systems in rural areas are that these systems get no maintenance and cannot perform. Current wastewater treatment systems cannot treat wastewater to the standard required. The environment is paying a serious price for the mass consumption of fossil fuels and our climate is warming at a rate that may cause irreversible damage. To prevent any more damage, alternative methods for renewable energy need to be explored. The use of Short Rotation Coppice Willow may be the answer to the poor performing wastewater treatment systems and a safe replacement for fossil fuels. The study will review relevant literature on the subject of the use of willow trees as a wastewater treatment system and as a biofuel. This includes research of scientific papers and reports in relation to the willow trees. Understanding the process of bio-remediation and the benefit of willow as a bio-fuel and how the two relate to each other is vital to this study. Analysis of the economics of willow plantation as a bio-fuel and as a bio-remediation of wastewater is conducted to understand the feasibility of the system in comparison to conventional systems. Investigation of a case study which uses short rotation coppice willow trees as a wastewater treatment system in a rural area is undertaken. This case study is located on a site in Co. Monaghan which is a pilot scheme of a 5.5 hectare willow plantation irrigated. To conclude the system will be determined to be viable or not
Sharing Research at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann
Get PDFIncreasingly, many people are engaging with research into various aspects of Irish traditional music, both in their leisure time and in pursuit of qualifications. Two significant events at this years’ Fleadh included the launch of the album Our Dear Dark Mountain with the Sky Over It by DkIT doctoral student Seán McElwain and a concert by Leitrim band Ceolus featuring music from a tradition currently under investigation by DkIT student Conor Ward as part of his doctoral studies
A comparison of theoretical and experimental behaviour of a model dam in terms of seepage
No full textIn Civil and Geotechnical engineering a thorough knowledge of pore water seepage analysis is critical for the design of dams and structures where a water table is encountered. The following dissertation will primarily look at analysing pore water seepage rates, a background of all seepage failure mechanisms and the standards that govern it. The main objective of this dissertation is to create a model dam and compare the experimental rates of seepage with theoretical values. Permeability is the primary factor which affects seepage rates, it is a measure of the transmissivity of a soil, with the coefficient of permeability (k) the name given to the physical parameter. Methods of experimentally and empirically estimating the coefficient of permeability were identified and adopted as part of the theoretical calculation of seepage rates under a model dam. By means of a drainage and seepage tank, an experimental model dam was constructed. The dam formed the basis of a seepage rate analysis to compare with the theoretical methods of analysis for steady state flow conditions. Finite element computer analysis and the method of flow nets were utilised to produce the theoretical comparisons. The dissertation establishes that it is possible to produce experimental results that are comparable within 10% of theoretical results with an experimental approach for determining the coefficient of permeability. The dissertation also establishes that it is problematic to accurately assess the coefficient of permeability with variations in temperature causing changes to the viscosity of the water and thus affecting the permeability and results if not considered. The empirical methods of determining coefficient of permeability underestimated the flow by circa 60 % for the Prugh method, the Hazen method with correction factors overestimated the quantity of flow by circa 30 %