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- Análise da vulnerabilidade das soluções construtivas na interface urbano-florestalPublication . Meneses, Susana; Correia, António; Fragoso, Teresa; Gouveia, João; Ribeiro, Alexandra; Santos, Luis Araújo; Santos, C.C.; Vaz, GilbertoA interface urbano-florestal representa uma das zonas de maior risco na gestão dos incêndios rurais em Portugal. A coexistência entre edificações e vegetação densa cria condições favoráveis à propagação do fogo, quer pela radiação térmica, quer pela projeção de partículas incandescentes. Os eventos de 2017, que resultaram em extensos danos materiais e humanos, demonstraram a necessidade urgente de adotar medidas de conceção e construção que limitem a vulnerabilidade dos edifícios à ação do fogo exterior.
- Utilização de termografia tática no combate a incêndios estruturais: adaptação ao contexto operacional portuguêsPublication . Moreira, Luís C. Ferreira; Santos, C.C.; Starnes, AndrewA termografia infravermelha consolidou-se como uma tecnologia essencial no combate a incêndios estruturais, permitindo detetar ambientes de baixa visibilidade e identificar anomalias térmicas decisivas para a ação tática. Este estudo analisa o funcionamento das câmaras de imagem térmica (CIT), descrevendo os seus componentes, modos de operação e parâmetros críticos, como a resolução, a sensibilidade e a taxa de atualização. Destacam-se as aplicações práticas na leitura espacial, no apoio à decisão, na busca e salvamento e na monitorização de focos de calor. Estudos de incidentes envolvendo bombeiros evidenciam a CIT como uma ferramenta de mitigação de riscos. Contudo, identificam-se algumas limitações relacionadas com a dependência do utilizador, a necessidade de formação e as restrições físicas dos detetores. A eficácia operacional da termografia depende da integração entre equipamento adequado, conhecimento técnico e utilização estratégica nas operações de socorro.
- Comparison between the fire safety legislation of India – Italy – EnglandPublication . Patel, Nisarg; Santos, C.C.Fire safety regulation is critical to safeguarding the protection of people and property in structures. The laws and regulations in force differ amongst countries, reflecting their respective cultural, economic, and social situations. This research analyzes fire safety regulations in India, Italy, and England, noting important similarities and variations. The fire safety legislation is a combination of laws, regulations, codes, and standards that are intended to avoid and mitigate the risks connected with fire events, assuring the protection of people and property. In India, the National Building Code [1] is critical in establishing regulations for fire prevention, life safety, and fire protection in structures. It addresses issues like as occupancy categorization, construction regulations, egress provisions, and fire protection elements. Furthermore, the Model Building Bye Laws of 2003 delegate responsibility for fire clearance to the Chief Fire Officer, highlighting the need of adherence to fire safety measures throughout construction. In Italy, fire safety rules are governed by the Fire Prevention and Control Code [2], which requires fire risk assessments, fire safety plans, and specific standards for fire safety equipment in structures. The National Fire Corps (Vigili del Fuoco) enforces these restrictions. In England, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) [3] is a crucial piece of legislation that applies to all non-domestic properties and common areas of residential structures. It necessitates fire risk assessments, fire safety plans, and adherence to specified fire safety measures such as fire extinguishers, alarms, emergency lights, and escape routes. The Fire Safety Act 2021 [4] strengthens fire safety standards by establishing new provisions for multi-occupancy residential buildings. The objective of fire safety law is to create a framework that guarantees buildings have the required safeguards in place to successfully prevent, detect, and respond to fire accidents, thereby protecting lives and properties. Compliance with these regulations is critical for reducing fire hazards and improving overall safety standards in public places. Fire safety legislation refers to the rules, regulations, codes, and standards put in place to avoid and limit the hazards of fire incidents, thereby assuring the safety of people and property. These regulations specify the standards for fire prevention, fire protection, and emergency response procedures that buildings and enterprises must meet. Fire safety law often includes requirements for fire risk assessments, fire safety plans, fire detection and suppression systems, equipment maintenance, evacuation procedures, and occupant training. Compliance with fire safety rules is critical for reducing the impact of fires and protecting people and property from harm. Comparing fire safety legislation in India, Italy, and England reveals significant differences and similarities shaped by each country's legal frameworks, governance structures, and fire safety priorities.
- Combining DDMRP and CONWIP: A simulation study of the pool-sequencing rulePublication . Fernandes, Nuno O.; Almeida, João; Ferreira, Luís Pinto; Ávila, Paulo; Silva, Sílvio ,Two essential tasks in production planning and control are the generation and the release of orders to the shop floor. In this study order, generation is based on the Demand Driven Materials Requirement Planning system, while order release is based on the CONstant Work-in-Process system. Although the two systems alone have been extensively studied, their combination has received much less attention. In this paper, we address the problem of sequencing replenishment orders generated by the Demand Driven Materials Requirement Planning system to be released by the CONstant Work-in-Process system. Four pool-sequencing rules have been considered. Two of these are used by Demand Driven Materials Requirement Planning for establishing priorities for order planning and order execution. The other two are the First-Come-First-Served rule and a virtual due date rule. Results of a simulation study show that the rules proposed in the Demand Driven Materials Requirement Planning literature for planning and for execution are not the best options for pool-sequencing, particularly for restricted levels of workload allowed on the shop floor.
- A simulation study of DDMRP and MRP manufacturing planning and control systemsPublication . Guedes, N.; Ferreira, Luís Pinto; Silva, F.J.G.; Fernandes, Nuno O.; Silva, Sílvio C.Demand Diven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP) is a manufacturing planning and control system for fast response to customer requirements in varying and volatile demand and supply markets. DDMRP is an extension of the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) approach that explores the principles of Lean and Theory of Constraints production philosophies to reduce manufacturing response time and make good use of manufacturing resources. It achieves this by promoting flow through selective, reduced, and continuously adjusted inventory levels to synchronize manufacturing and supply with customer market demand. Only a few studies compared the performance of both approaches. However, these studies have not fully addressed the relationship between inventory and service levels. Therefore, this research contributes to a better understanding of this relationship by evaluating and comparing the performance of these two approaches in a multi-product, multi-stage production system. The results of a discrete-event simulation study show that DDMRP outperforms MRP regarding the work-in-process and finished-goods-inventory levels required to achieve a given service level.
- A simulation study of walking-workers assignment strategies based on work zonesPublication . Fernandes, Nuno O.; Thürer, Matthias; Matos, P.This study addresses an “U” shaped assembly line with walking workers and flexible worker assignments. Workers, rather than machines, are the constraining resource in a dual-resource production system. Assignment strategies for walking workers based on Takt Time or restricted time zones of overlap are compared under different production conditions, including processing time variability and worker efficiency conditions. Four strategies have been considered namely: dedicated zoning, relaxed zoning, float zoning, and overlapped zoning. Discrete event simulation is used to assess the performance of these strategies under the controlled release of jobs to the assembly line based on a Constant Work In Process policy. Results show that heterogeneous worker efficiencies strongly impact the performance of all strategies. However, this impact depends on the specific strategy. The study contributes to a better understanding of the behavior of walking workers’ strategies in “U” shaped assembly lines controlled by a Constant Work In Process policy.
- Establishing a regional industry 4.0 electronics hub: The GreenUpPCB modelPublication . Dionísio, Rogério Pais; Ünal, Irem; Delgado-Prieto, M.; Romeral Martinez, L.This chapter presents GreenUpPCB as a regional Industry 4.0 hub for electronics repair and retrofitting, based in Castelo Branco, Portugal. The initiative combines artificial intelligence, machine vision, 3D printing, and automation to extend the life cycle of obsolete printed circuit boards, particularly in renewable energy systems and railway rolling stock. By promoting circular economy practices and reducing electronic waste, GreenUpPCB supports sustainable and resilient industrial operations. The hub also strengthens regional development by linking academic research with industrial needs, offering training, innovation, and high-tech services to local small- and medium-sized enterprises. Its model enables smart manufacturing adoption in low-density territories without dependence on urban clusters. Aligned with the European Chips Act and national strategies for microelectronics, GreenUpPCB demonstrates how regional hubs can contribute to the green and digital transitions across multiple sectors, including energy and transport.
- Preserve or visit? The role of electric mobility in the balance between tourism and conservation in protected areasPublication . Ramos, George; Dionísio, Rogério Pais; Pereira, Paula; Oliveira, Antonella CarvalhoThis article contributes to the debate on sustainable electric mobility as a beneficial element for tourism activities in protected areas. While the topic of sustainable mobility is not new, the recent advancement of electromobility has reignited research interest, predominantly in urban contexts but with promising potential for application in natural spaces. Our objective is to determine the potential for electric mobility to intervene in protected areas, generating benefits for tourism. To this end, we conducted a literature review and compared its findings with a case study of a natural reserve in Portugal. The investigative procedure involved analysing the virtues and conflicts identified in the literature regarding tourism mobility in natural areas, followed by an examination of how these factors manifest in the specific context of the Serra da Malcata Natural Reserve during the development of an INTERREG project. Although comprehensive project indicators are not yet fully available, we conclude that there is a tangible possibility to overcome existing conflicts and maximize identified virtues through electric mobility. This could have a significant impact not only on tourism activities but also on the socioeconomic development of the territories hosting these protected areas.
- Design for automation, edge services, and manufacturing – A React Native interface for collaborative robot palletizing systemsPublication . Torres, Pedro; Esteves, Arthur; Ribeiro, Fillipe; Barbosa, FláviaThis work is part of the PRODUTECH R3 mobilizing agenda project and provides a comprehensive overview of the concepts of Design-for-Automation (DfA), Design-for-Edge Services (DfES), and Design-for-Manufacturing (DfM), highlighting their importance within the Industry 4.0 paradigm. These principles are crucial for developing smart, efficient, and scalable industrial solutions. As a case study, the paper presents the development of an automatic configuration system for a collaborative robotic palletizer, implemented in React Native. The graphical interface simplifies the mosaic configuration process, improves the user experience, and ensures integration with the collaborative robot. Using cutting-edge computing resources, the solution achieves real-time performance and scalability, offering significant value to the company involved and its customers. The study demonstrates how the adoption of these design principles can drive innovation and efficiency in industrial processes, reinforcing the fundamental role of user-centered solutions in the digital transformation of production systems.
- Caraterização das zonas industriais localizadas junto a zonas florestaisPublication . Lopes, Rúben Filipe; Santos, C.C.; Rodrigues, João PauloO presente livro resume os principais resultados do projeto InduForestFire e foi desenvolvido para orientar e colaborar com os agentes dos setores florestal e industrial e com o legislador na criação de regulamentações baseadas em propostas mais eficazes para a gestão dos incêndios florestais em Portugal. Dividido em oito capítulos, o presente livro aborda para além das recomendações de mitigação dos danos provocados por incêndios florestais em zonas industriais, temas contemporâneos, como as novas tendências no controle de incêndios florestais, os incêndios de interface urbano-florestal no mundo e a legislação vigente em Portugal sobre a gestão de incêndios rurais e segurança contra incêndios.