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Evaluation of the energy efficiency of electric vehicle drivetrains under urban operating conditions
PublicationIn electric vehicles, as in hybrids vehicles, a very important factor affecting the energy efficiency of the powertrain is the ability to use the regenerative braking energy. Depending on the settings available in electric vehicles, the driver can choose different modes of operation: switch off the regenerative braking mode altogether, select the intensity of regenerative braking, or leave the control system in automatic mode....
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DOP and Pseudorange Error Estimation in Urban Environments for Mobile Android GNSS Applications
PublicationJust a couple of years ago, GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems) were available only for a narrow group of users. Currently, with the outbreak of mobile devices, they are accessible to anyone and everywhere. Urban navigation or searching for POIs (Points of Interest) had become an everyday activity. With the availability of consumer electronics and wireless technologies, each user can obtain information considering his or...
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Interrelations between Travel Patterns and Urban Spatial Structure of the Largest Russian Cities
PublicationThe study presented within this dissertation involves the analysis of the relationship between urban spatial structure and travel patterns in the largest Russian cities. It is an empirical investigation of how the spatial structure, formed during the Soviet and post-Soviet periods, affects the travel patterns in the largest cities of contemporary Russia. It aims to determine what measures, both urban structure and transportation...
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Towards Carbon Neutral Settlements. The Importance of Early-Stage Urban and Energetic Optimizations
PublicationThe aim of the research was to verify the essence of interdisciplinary energy optimizations in earlystage urban design process. A further aim was to the find most optimal design variant and scenario in terms of urban energy efficiency for the future development in Nowy Port, located in Gdansk, Poland - a place requiring complex revitalization. The research combined qualitative and quantitative approaches; an urban design layer...
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Rethinking Sustainable Cities at Night: Paradigm Shifts in Urban Design and City Lighting
PublicationSince the establishment of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015, various perspectives on sustainable cities have been developed and adopted in order to achieve a better and more sustainable future. However, background research has revealed that these goals and targets are limited because they do not take into account the growing body of lighting-related research in diverse fields...
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Seasonal contributions of nutrients from small urban and agricultural watersheds in northern Poland
PublicationDiffuse sources of pollution like agricultural or urban runoff are important factors in determining the quality of surface waters, although they are more difficult to monitor thanpointsources.Theobjectiveofourstudywastoverifyassumptionsthattheinflow from agricultural nutrient sources is higher than from urbanized ones. It has been done by comparing the nutrients and organic matter concentrations and loads for three small streams...
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Psychological and physical components in forming preferences on urban greenery management – The case of trees
PublicationPublic opinion is increasingly important in managing urban greenery. In this regard, this study demonstrates the importance of sociological (environmental worldviews), psychological (place attachment, perceived benefits of trees), and physical factors (type of building people live in, and urban greenery) in forming residents’ opinions on whether the municipality or landowners should decide about tree removal on private land. Logistic...
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Chapter 19. Mutagenic, Carcinogenic, and Chemopreventive Compounds in Foods
PublicationMutagenami są nazywane czynniki i substancje mogące powodować zmiany w zapisie genetycznym, kancerogenami lub czynnikami rakotwórczymi natomiast te, które przyczyniają się do powstawania nowotworów, z wyłączeniem podatności uwarunkowanej genetycznie. Przetwórstwo, a w szczególności obróbka termiczna żywności, jest główną przyczyną tworzenia się mutagenów i kancerogenów, niemniej jednak zwiekszają one trwałość żywności. Badania...
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Mass and momentum conservation in the simplified flood routing models
PublicationW pracy wykazano, że uproszczone modele fal wezbraniowych w postaci fali kinematycznej reprezentują w przypadku liniowych zarówno zasadę zachowania masy jaki i pędu, natomiast w przypadku nieliniowym, reprezentują albo zasadę zachowania masy albo pędu, zależnie od postaci zachowawczej równania. Ponadto wykazano, iż nieliniowa fala dyfuzyjna nie spełnia ani całkowowej zasady zachowania masy ani pędu.
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Characteristics of sweeteners used in foods and their effects on human health
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Contamination of water in Oliwski Stream after the flood in 2016
PublicationIn the article pollution of stream waters with surface runoff from an urbanized area caused by an extremely high rainfall is discussed. The analyzes were carried out after the rainfall of the depth 152 mm which took place in Gdańsk on 14th and 15th July 2016. This extreme rainfall caused urban flooding, damage of several retention ponds and pollution of surface waters. In the article the results of physical and chemical analyzes...
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Inverse Flood Routing Using Simplified Flow Equations
PublicationThe paper considers the problem of inverse flood routing in reservoir operation strategy. The aim of the work is to investigate the possibility of determining the hydrograph at the upstream end based on the hydrograph required at the downstream end using simplified open channel flow models. To accomplish this, the linear kinematic wave equation, the diffusive wave equation and the linear Muskingum equation are considered. To achieve...
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An analysis of pesticides and polychlorinated biphenyls in biological samples and foods.
PublicationPestycydy i polichlorowane bifenyle występują w środowisku w małych ilościach, ale ulegając kumulacji, stanowią zagrożenie dla ludzi i zwierząt. Najbardziej zagrożony jest człowiek stojący na szczycie łańcucha pokarmowego. Świadomość niebezpieczeństw jakie niesie ze sobą postępujące zanieczyszczenie środowiska w połączeniu z nowoczesnymi środkami zaradczymi powinna zmniejszyć do minimum możliwość występowania zatruć u ludzi i powstania...
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Scenario-planning solutions for waterfront flood-prone areas
PublicationThe aim of this article is to discuss the potential of applying scenario planning to achieve resilient and future-oriented solutions for flood-prone areas. The authors have proposed additions to scenario-planning processes based on the introduction of research-by-design architectural inquiries. Examined in this article is the insight into the testing of such a modified scenario-planning methodology during two courses that accompanied...
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Supercomputing Grid-Based Services for Hearing Protection and Acoustical Urban Planning, Research and Education
PublicationSpecific computational environments, so-called domain grids, are developed within the PLGrid Plus project in order to prepare specialized IT solutions, i.e., dedicated software implementations and hardware (infrastructure adaptation), suited for particular research group demands. One of the PLGrid Plus domain grids, presented in this paper, is Acoustics. The article describes in detail two kinds of the acoustic domain services....
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Research, theories and practical experience of therapeutic landscapes as a tool for urban open space design
PublicationThis paper reviews the research on therapeutic landscapes and discusses the design of urban parks and open green space. Firstly, the most relevant research on therapeutic landscapes is reviewed. Secondly, the practical experience of healing and therapeutic gardens is discussed. Finally, the conclusions leading to future use of therapeutic landscape concept in urban open space design are presented.
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GIS estimated potential of rooftop PVs in urban areas - case study Wrocław (Poland)
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Heavy Metals in Sediments of Urban Streams: Contamination and Health Risk Assessment of Influencing Factors
PublicationSediments of two urban streams in northern Poland outflowing to the Baltic Sea were assessed to explain the spatial variation in relation to urbanization level of the catchment, the role of retention tanks (RTs) and identification of pollution level. During the 3 month period of investigation sediment samples were collected from the inflow (IN) and outflow (OUT) of six RTs located on streams for flood protection. Six heavy metals...
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The application of environmental issues in designing urban structures – a framework for comprehensive local planning policies
PublicationThe implementation of environmental issues in planning and designing urban structures is becoming a novel approach and a common practice consistent with the paradigm of sustainable development. Maintaining environmental quality in urban areas, managing natural resources and understanding the complexity of urban systems is becoming increasingly challenging. Therefore, it is important to develop strategies for the integration of...
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The Impact of Forms of Buildings on the Air Exchange in Their Environment. Based on the Example of Urban Development in Warsaw
PublicationPossibilities for energy-efficient, natural ventilation of buildings in an urban environment depend on the airflow around them. This chapter deals with the issue of dependence of air exchange in urban spaces on the building forms used in them and on relative position of these buildings. The authors focused on the problem of air stagnation in dense urban development. This phenomenon increases the energy demand of buildings. The...
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Collaborative urban studios in Poland. Teaching collective problem solving via live projects
PublicationThe requirements of contemporary architectural and urban design practice places a growing importance on the ability to generate new solutions to complex design challenges. Such an approach is particularly relevant in the context of contemporary urban projects in need of urban innovation and socially engaged practice, i.e. urban regeneration or street quality improvement projects. Meaningful involvement in such topics requires a...
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Retrieving Urban Energy from Retail = Handel jako forma odzyskiwania energii miasta
PublicationW artykule zawarto przykłady przemian z wiodącym udziałem funkcji handlowej, które przyczyniły się do poprawy jakości przestrzeni miejskiej.
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Quality of road and roof runoff waters from an urban region with Gdańsk (Poland) as an example
PublicationWody spływne (z arterii komunikacyjnych, dachów budynków) są ważnym medium wprowadzającym zanieczyszczenia z powietrza do gleby i wód powierzchniowych i podziemnych, które mogą następnie stanowić źródło wody pitnej. Przedstawione w pracy dane dotyczące zawartości kationów i anionów, metali ciężkich i pestycydów oznaczonych w próbkach wód spływnych stanowią istotne źródło informacji co do stanu zanieczyszczenia środowiska na terenie...
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Quality assessment criteria in the process of collective communication of passengers in selected urban transport organizations
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Water Footprint Index (WFTP) for Poznań as a Tool for Assessing Water Management in Urban Areas
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An assessment of wastewater pollution, treatment efficiency and management in a semi-arid urban area of Pakistan
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Acidity trace pollutants of urban rain and roof runoff from selected roof coverings
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono dane dotyczące chemizmu opadów atmosferycznych i wód spływnych pobranych na terenie dużej aglomeracji miejskiej. Oznaczane były: pH, aniony - chlorki, azotany i siarczany oraz metale ciężkie - cynk, ołów, miedź, kadm. Próbki były pobierane na terenie Trójmiasta i w Dąbrówce Tczewskiej koło Gdańska z budynków pokrytych nowymi i starymi pokryciami. Badania prowadzono od kwietnia do czerwca 2006.
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Level and significance of European Union means in the budgets of non-urban poviats of Pomeranian voivodeship
PublicationJednym z warunków prowadzenia działań mających na celu rozwój obszaru jest posiadanie środków finansowych pozwalających realizować zadania, które ten rozwój determinują. Środki te pochodzić mogą z różnych źródeł. Jednym z tych źródeł jest wsparcie pochodzące z budżetu Unii Europejskiej przyznawane w określonych ramach czasowych zwanych okresem programowania. Polska już po raz drugi korzystać może z pomocy udzielanej w tej formie....
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Large shopping centres in Poznań as a source of rainwater recovery and irrigation of urban green areas
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An incorporation of contemporary daylight assessment methods into architecture and urban planning of residential areas in Poland
PublicationThis paper presents the preliminary results of the ongoing research focusing on daylight design methods for the urban planning of residential areas in Poland. The purpose of this research is to find out if modern daylight performance metrics and design methods can be beneficial to the process of urban residential planning. The paper presents a review of daylight guidelines derived from historic, Polish building regulations. A summary...
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The structure of the data flow in integrated urban traffic management systems – the case of TRISTAR system
PublicationThe purpose of the article is to offer some insight into the data flow architecture in the Tri-City’s integrated traffic management system called TRISTAR. To that end selected elements of TRISTAR are identified and described as well as the structure for collecting and exchanging data within different sub-systems. Finally, the article highlights how the TRISTAR system can be extended by adding new elements and modules.
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Application of BN in Risk Diagnostics Arising from the Degree of Urban Regeneration Area Degradation
PublicationUrban regeneration as a complex project, generates many extremely specific threats affecting the increase of investment risk. Its unique nature causes that probability parameter, normally applied in the process of risk quantification, is extremely difficult to estimate. Due to lack of historical data urban regeneration related activities are therefore associated with uncertainty. According to the authors, a useful tool for resolving...
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The Relationships Between BTEX, NOx, and O3 Concentrations in Urban Air in Gdansk and Gdynia, Poland
PublicationThis paper presents the results of atmospheric air quality research conducted in the areas of two shipyard cities: Gdansk and Gdynia (Poland), in the period between March and December 2011. The purpose of the research was focused on determination of benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylenes (BTEX) compounds in atmospheric air. Passive sampling technique, with Radiello® diffusive passive samplers, was used for BTEX sample collection...
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Participatory co-design approach for Greencoin educational tool shaping urban green behaviors.
PublicationOur main goal is to prepare assumptions of the Greencoin (GC) cybernetic system, implying pro-ecological attitudes and behavior of city residents. We used qualitative methods, including a literature review and action research -workshops attended by academics, representatives of private and business sectors, urban movements, municipal institutions’ partners, and residents. Our results defined functionalities of the GC, identified...
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Greenery and Urban Form vs. Health of Residents: Evaluation of Modernist Housing in Lodz and Gdansk
PublicationUrban forms can have numerous direct and indirect effects on the health of residents. This article focuses on the rela‐ tionship between health and urban form, in particular the role of green open spaces. The goal is to identify criteria for evaluating the impact of physical forms such as streets and open spaces, green infrastructure, and built structures on urban health. These criteria are then used to identify paths for the redevelopment...
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Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans: implementation process and indicators to evaluate effects on physical activity
PublicationBackground: Active mobility and public transport increase physical activity (PA) levels. With varying intensity and effectiveness, European cities implement Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans (SUMPs) to spur transport-related PA. Therefore, we aim to examine drivers and barriers to SUMP implementation and assess its influence on PA across European cities. Methods: We screened policy reports to gain insights into SUMP implementation...
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Impact of AI-Based Tools and Urban Big Data Analytics on the Design and Planning of Cities
PublicationWide access to large volumes of urban big data and artificial intelligence (AI)-based tools allow performing new analyses that were previously impossible due to the lack of data or their high aggregation. This paper aims to assess the possibilities of the use of urban big data analytics based on AI-related tools to support the design and planning of cities. To this end, the author introduces a conceptual framework to assess the...
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A Systematic Review for Establishing Relevant Environmental Parameters for Urban Lighting: Translating Research into Practice
PublicationThe application of lighting technologies developed in the 20th century has increased the brightness and changed the spectral composition of nocturnal night-time habitats and night skies across urban, peri-urban, rural, and pristine landscapes, and subsequently, researchers have observed the disturbance of biological rhythms of flora and fauna. To reduce these impacts, it is essential to translate relevant knowledge about the potential...
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The Potential of Improving Air Quality by Urban Mobility Management: Policy Guidelines and a Case Study
PublicationThere is a growing recognition among planners and policy makers that proper transformation of urban mobility systems is crucial to the reduction of air pollution emission. The main objective of the work was to review the current urban mobility strategies in the city of Gdańsk, Poland in terms of their potential for the improvement of urban air quality. Firstly, general policy guidelines for mobility systems were formulated based...
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Determination of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in bulk precipitation andrunoff waters in an urban region (Poland)
PublicationOznaczono 16 wielopierścieniowych węglowodorów aromatycznych w próbkach opadów atmosferycznych (10 stacji zbierania próbek) i wód spływnych (5 stacji) zbieranych na terenie Trójmiasta. Podjęto próbę ustalenia korelacji pomiędzy stężeniem analitów z grupy WWA i intensywnym ruchem pojazdów mechanicznych oraz sposobem ogrzewania mieszkań w okolicach punktu zbierania próbek.
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Enhancing environmental literacy through urban technology-based learning. The PULA app case
PublicationThis study addresses the need to enhance environmental literacy, focusing on urban adults through mobile applications, based on the example of PULA app that engages early adopters in gamified pro- environmental activities, offering insights into informal learning. Grounded in 'urban pedagogy,' the study combines semi-structured interviews with 17 application testers and quantitative data analysis, unveiling motivations, user feedback,...
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Determination of volatile organohalogen compounds in urban precipitation in Tricity area (Gdańsk, Gdynia, Sopot).
PublicationPróbki opadów atmosferycznych pobierano w 4 punktach na terenie Gdańska i Sopotu, od listopada 2000 do maja 2001. Oznaczano chloro- i bromopochodne metanu, etanu i etenu. Lotne związki chlorowcoorganiczne oznaczane były metodą bezpośredniego nastrzyku próbki wody do kolumny kapilarnej z wykorzystaniem detektora wychwytu elektronów na etapie detekcji (DAI-GC-ECD). Najczęściej oznaczanymi związkami na wszystkich stacjach pobierania...
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International architectural - urban - landscape design workshops to strengthen students’ education, capabilities and mobility
PublicationFive international architectural/urban/landscape workshops in Poland and Portugal between 2011 and 2015 are discussed in this article. The general aims of the workshops were to plan to connect divided city spaces, to harmonise them and make them attractive for different uses. The main task was to create in multicultural groups of students the vision of sustainable development in the context of architecture, urban and landscape...
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State of the Art in Open Platforms for Collaborative Urban Design and Sharing of Resources in Districts and Cities
PublicationThis work discusses recent developments in sharing economy concepts and collaborative co-design technology platforms applied in districts and cities. These developments are being driven both by new technological advances and by increased environmental awareness. The paper begins by outlining the state of the art in smart technology platforms for collaborative urban design, highlighting a number of recent examples. The case of peer-to-peer...
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Distributed Architectures for Intensive Urban Computing: A Case Study on Smart Lighting for Sustainable Cities
PublicationNew information and communication technologies have contributed to the development of the smart city concept. On a physical level, this paradigm is characterised by deploying a substantial number of different devices that can sense their surroundings and generate a large amount of data. The most typical case is image and video acquisition sensors. Recently, these types of sensors are found in abundance in urban spaces and are responsible...
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Determining an Architectural Character for Durban Residential Streetscapes
PublicationIn the current global context and in consideration of the Sustainable Development Goals, there is a strong need for urban densification. However, this development is also driven by processes linked to the idea of capitalism and 'economic growth'. Such development often leads to the loss of the 'genius loci' of a place and sometimes even overlooks the fact that the quality of the built environment greatly influences the health and...
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Assessing and Mitigating Ice-Jam Flood Hazards and Risks: A European Perspective
PublicationThe assessment and mapping of riverine flood hazards and risks is recognized by many countries as an important tool for characterizing floods and developing flood management plans. Often, however, these management plans give attention primarily to open-water floods, with ice-jam floods being mostly an afterthought once these plans have been drafted. In some Nordic regions, ice-jam floods can be more severe than open-water floods,...
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Measurements of the Hydraulic Fluids Compressibility
PublicationPerformance of the hydrostatic high-pressure drive systems is affected by the changes of working fluid’s volume. Presence of air bubbles in the fluid cause this problem to be even more serious. To study this phenomenon precise measurements of fluid’s bulk modulus are necessary. Differ-ent measurement methods are applied, but they are either limited to low pressure range or give inaccurate results. To solve the problem the new...
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Municipality’s financial potencial and policy of flood risk management in Poland
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ASSESSING USEFULNESS OF LOW-VALUE FISH IN PRODUCING SNACK FOODS
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