• A Collaborative Augmented Reality Application for Training and Assistance during Shipbuilding Assembly Processes 

      Vidal-Balea, Aida; Blanco, Óscar; Fraga-Lamas, Paula; Vilar-Montesinos, Miguel A.; Fernández-Caramés, Tiago M. (MDPI AG, 2020-08-18)
      [Abstract] This paper presents the development of a novel Microsoft HoloLens collaborative application that allows shipyard operators to interact with a virtual clutch during its assembly in a real Turbine workshop. Such ...
    • A Comparative Study of Low Cost Open Source EEG Devices 

      Laport López, Francisco; Vázquez Araújo, Francisco Javier; Iglesia, Daniel I.; Castro-Castro, Paula-María; Dapena, Adriana (MDPI AG, 2019-08-05)
      [Abstract] A comparison of two open source electroencephalography devices designed to acquire signals associated to the brain activity is presented in this work. The experiments are developed considering the task of ...
    • A Deep Learning-Based Strategy to Predict Self-Interference in SFN DTT 

      Pereira-Ruisánchez, Dariel; Pérez-Adán, Darian; Castedo, Luis (MDPI, 2021)
      [Abstract] A deep learning-based strategy for the analysis of the self-interference in single frequency networks (SFNs) for digital terrestrial television (DTT) broadcasting is considered. Several laboratory measurements ...
    • A UAV and Blockchain-Based System for Industry 4.0 Inventory and Traceability Applications 

      Fernández-Caramés, Tiago M.; Blanco, Óscar; Suárez-Albela, Manuel; Fraga-Lamas, Paula (MDPI, 2019)
      [Abstract] Industry 4.0 has paved the way for a world where smart factories will automate and upgrade many processes through the use of some of the latest emerging technologies. One of such technology is Unmanned Aerial ...
    • Alternatives for Locating People Using Cameras and Embedded AI Accelerators: A Practical Approach 

      Carro Lagoa, Ángel; Barral Vales, Valentín; González-López, Miguel; Escudero, Carlos J.; Castedo, Luis (MDPI, 2021)
      [Abstract] Indoor positioning systems usually rely on RF-based devices that should be carried by the targets, which is non-viable in certain use cases. Recent advances in AI have increased the reliability of person detection ...
    • Analog Video Encoding and Quality Evaluation 

      Balsa, José; Fresnedo, Óscar; García-Naya, José A.; Domínguez-Bolaño, Tomás; Castedo, Luis (M D P I AG, 2019-07-23)
      [Abstract] The most widespread analog video encoding systems in the literature are based on the use of the 2D and 3D DCT. These systems use both transformations indistinctly without assessing their suitability. In this ...
    • Analysis, Design and Empirical Validation of a Smart Campus Based on LoRaWAN 

      Fraga-Lamas, Paula; Celaya-Echarri, Mikel; López Iturri, Peio; Fernández-Caramés, Tiago M.; Azpilicueta, Leyre; Aguirre, Erik; Suárez-Albela, Manuel; Falcone, Francisco; Castedo, Luis (MDPI, 2019)
      [Abstract] Internet of Things (IoT) applications for smart environments demand challenging requirements for wireless networks in terms of security, coverage, availability, power consumption, and scalability. The technologies ...
    • Brain-Computer Interfaces for Internet of Things 

      Laport López, Francisco; Vázquez Araújo, Francisco Javier; Castro-Castro, Paula-María; Dapena, Adriana (M D P I AG, 2018-09-17)
      [Abstract] A brain-computer interface for controlling elements commonly used at home is presented in this paper. It includes the electroencephalography device needed to acquire signals associated to the brain activity, the ...
    • Channel Covariance Identification in FDD Massive MIMO Systems 

      González-Coma, José P.; Suárez-Casal, Pedro; Castro-Castro, Paula-María; Castedo, Luis; Joham, Michael (IEEE, 2018-11)
      [Abstract]: Many channel estimation methods in Massive MIMO FDD systems usually rely on the knowledge of the channel covariance matrix to operate. However, in real scenarios, this covariance is not known beforehand, and ...
    • Collaborative Augmented Digital Twin: A Novel Open-Source Augmented Reality Solution for Training and Maintenance Processes in the Shipyard of the Future 

      Vidal-Balea, Aida; Blanco Novoa, Óscar; Fraga-Lamas, Paula; Vilar-Montesinos, Miguel A.; Fernández-Caramés, Tiago M. (MDPI, 2021)
      [Abstract] Large companies use a lot of resources on workshop operator training and industrial machinery maintenance since the lack of this practice or its poor implementation increases the cost and risks of operating and ...
    • COVID-19 Digital Vaccination Passport Based on Blockchain with Its Own Cryptocurrency as a Reward and Mobile App for Its Use 

      De los Santos Nodar, Mauro A.; Fernández-Caramés, Tiago M. (MDPI, 2021)
      [Abstract] Due to the recent outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, everybody’s lives have changed dramatically and society went through new stages accompanied by new needs. This article details a solution for one of these ...
    • Decentralized P2P Broker for M2M and IoT Applications 

      Froiz-Míguez, Iván; Fraga-Lamas, Paula; Fernández-Caramés, Tiago M. (MDPI AG, 2020-08-20)
      [Abstract] The recent increase in the number of connected IoT devices, as well as the heterogeneity of the environments where they are deployed, has derived into the growth of the complexity of Machine-to-Machine (M2M) ...
    • Design and Empirical Validation of a LoRaWAN IoT Smart Irrigation System 

      Fraga-Lamas, Paula; Celaya-Echarri, Mikel; Azpilicueta, Leyre; López Iturri, Peio; Falcone, Francisco; Fernández-Caramés, Tiago M. (MDPI AG, 2020-04-21)
      [Abstract] In some parts of the world, climate change has led to periods of drought that require managing efficiently the scarce water and energy resources. This paper proposes an IoT smart irrigation system specifically ...
    • Design of a Fog Computing, Blockchain and IoT-Based Continuous Glucose Monitoring System for Crowdsourcing mHealth 

      Fernández-Caramés, Tiago M.; Fraga-Lamas, Paula (M D P I AG, 2018-11-14)
      [Abstract] Diabetes Mellitus, usually called only Diabetes, is a worldwide chronic metabolic disorder that is characterized by abnormal oscillations in blood sugar levels. Such levels should be monitored by diabetes patients, ...
    • Design, Implementation and Validation of a Bluetooth 5 Real-Time Monitoring System for Large Indoor Environments 

      Froiz-Míguez, Iván; Fraga-Lamas, Paula; Fernández-Caramés, Tiago M. (MDPI, 2021)
      [Abstract] The progress of LPWAN technologies in recent years has increased their use in various types of environments as well as increased the applications in which they are used. However, due to the duty cycle limitations ...
    • Development of Dual Activities with Micro:Bit for Interventions in People with Cerebral Palsy 

      Molinero-Rodríguez, Ainhoa; Carneiro-Medín, Rubén; Miranda-Duro, María del Carmen; Nieto-Riveiro, Laura; Castro-Castro, Paula-María; Dapena, Adriana (MDPI, 2021-10-12)
      [Abstract] Several studies have shown that video games help to motivate users in different kinds of therapies. Therefore, in this work we developed a tool that includes dual activities for therapy, as well as a data system ...
    • Development of Recreational Content with Micro:Bit for Intervention with People with Cerebral Palsy 

      López Fernández, Alejandro; Carneiro-Medín, Rubén; Pousada, Thais; Groba, Betania; Dapena, Adriana (MDPI, 2020-09-04)
      [Abstract] This paper presents a project carried out to use games in therapies for people with cerebral palsy. A Micro:bit board is used to have a friendly interaction between the user and the game. Through a simple ...
    • E-Voting System Using Hyperledger Fabric Blockchain and Smart Contracts † 

      Díaz-Santiso, Javier; Fraga-Lamas, Paula (MDPI, 2021)
      [Abstract] The emergence of the current pandemic has led to a new reality in which bureaucratic formalities have been affected in terms of health security, procedures, resource management, among others. Specifically, in ...
    • Evolving military broadband wireless communication systems: WiMAX, LTE and WLAN 

      Fraga-Lamas, Paula; Castedo, Luis; Morales-Méndez, Antonio; Camas-Albar, J. M. (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, 2016)
      [Abstract]: Emerging technologies for mobile broadband wireless are being considered as a Commercial Off-The-Shelf solution to cover the operational requirements of the future warfare. The capabilities of these technologies ...
    • Exploring the Feasibility of Low Cost Technology in Rainfall Monitoring: The TREBOADA Observing System 

      Fraga, Ignacio; Alvarellos, Alberto; González-Coma, José P. (M D P I AG, 2019-07-22)
      [Abstract] In order to characterize the spatial and temporal variability of the rainfall, we have developed an observation system to monitor the precipitation over the metropolitan area of A Coruña. The observation system ...