This thesis aims at investigating methods and software architectures for discovering what are the typical and frequently occurring structures used for organizing knowledge in the Web. We identify these structures as Knowledge Patterns (KPs), i.e., small, well connected units of meaning which are task-based, well-grounded, and cognitively sound. KPs are an abstraction of frames as introduced by ...

Evaluation of stress states in backfilled mine stopes (or similar openings), using arching theory, can be largely impacted by the value selected for the earth pressure coefficient, K = σh/σv. Recently, the current study’s authors addressed the debate about the value of K near the opening center, based on Rankine’s active coefficient (Ka) and at-rest coefficient (K0). Here, stress ratios in vert...

INTRODUCTION Hand strength is a good indicator of physical fitness and frailty among the elderly. However, there are no published hand strength references for Malaysians aged > 65 years. This study aimed to establish normative data for hand grip strength (HGS) and key pinch strength (KPS) for Malaysians aged ≥ 60 years, and explore the relationship between hand strength and physical ability. ...

OBJECTIVE The outcome of whole-brain radiotherapy in elderly patients with brain metastases is not well documented. As the number of such patients is expected to increase, we evaluated our results. METHODS Seventeen patients aged 75-82 years were identified for this retrospective analysis. The majority received 30 Gy in 10 fractions plus steroids (without other local or systemic measures). Th...

Objective: It has been theorized that changes in the lower extremity mechanics may lead to develop Patellofemoral Pain (PFP) young population. The present study aims investigate effects of on Syndrome private university students.
 Material-Method: Kujala Score (KPS) 400 Yeditepe University students ages 18-30 years was performed. Students having a less or equal point 85 KPS (n=30) and heal...