A theoretical model is proposed that specifies lay causal theories of behavior; and supporting experimental evidence is presented. The model's basic assumption is that different types of behavior trigger different hypotheses concerning the types of causes that may have brought about the behavior. Seven categories are distinguished that are assumed to serve as both behavior types and explanation...

This paper suggests advanced video processing methods for monitoring temporary structures to detect possible structural failures. The causes of failures are mainly related to human error, but the imposed loads of structural failures can also be caused by complicated events such as accumulated stress, deflection, wind, vibration, and lateral forces. However, there is a lack of interactive tools ...

This paper quantifies the impact of providing a shortterm excess active power support of a variable speed wind turbine (VSWT) and effect of super magnetic energy storage (SMES) unit on frequency control, particularly temporary minimum frequency (TMF) term. To demonstrate the effect of these factors on the power system frequency, a three-area power system is considered as a test system.

Complete heart block frequently requires emergency pacing to restore systemic perfusion. We report the case of a 3-yr-old girl undergoing interventional atrial septal defect closure who suffered from transient complete heart block with circulatory arrest. Transthoracic mechanical pacing for more than 3 min provided temporary support, sustaining an adequate cardiac output until sinus rhythm resu...

OBJECTIVES The use of OKT3 for treatment of advanced high-grade acute rejection episodes eventually can result in cytokine release and consecutive pulmonary edema. Temporary extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) bridging can be used to overcome this crucial period before the beneficial effects of OKT3 can be observed. METHODS We summarize our experience with three patients, who underwent...

OBJECTIVE Early graft failure (EGF) is a major risk for death after heart transplantation. We studied the impact of an extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) temporary support on the operative mortality and the mean-term survival after EGF. MATERIALS AND METHODS Between January 2000 and December 2006, 394 patients underwent orthotopic heart transplantation at our institution. EGF was obs...

The recovery technique introduced in this paper can be implemented in new designs and may allow sequential circuits to recover from many temporary faults. It is assumed that errors will be detected by other means. The memory elements of the mission circuit are implemented with standard, slightly enhanced, scan-cells that work as stand-alone, needing no external control or support.

This study examined the effect of involvement in mutual support groups on long-term recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and other vulnerable individuals. From qualitative interviews with nine group members, the study identified key themes, benefits, and barriers related to involvement in the groups. Content analysis of the data revealed insights about characteristics of...