Abstract Autonomous exploration is a critical technology to realize robotic intelligence as it allows unsupervised preparation for future tasks and facilitates flexible deployment.In this paper, a novel Deep Reinforcement Learning (DRL) based autonomous exploration strategy is proposed to efficiently reduce the unknown area of the workspace and pro
An observational comparison of FACT and ACT in the Netherlands and the US
Abstract Background Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is a well-defined service delivery model for the care EMPTY BOTTLE KIT and treatment of the most severely mentally ill in the community with American origins.The Dutch have adapted the model in order to accommodate a broader range of needs and allow more flexible implementation.Functional Asse
No evidence that mask-wearing in public places elicits risk compensation behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic
Abstract Face masks have been widely employed as a personal protective measure during the COVID-19 pandemic.However, concerns remain that masks create a false sense of security that reduces adherence Ceiling Light to other public health measures, including social distancing.This paper tested whether mask-wearing was negatively associated with socia
Socioeconomic vulnerability and climate risk in coastal Virginia
Coastal Virginia, a region with economic and strategic significance at the state and national level, has been experiencing the highest sea-level rise (SLR) on the Atlantic coast Bade sæbe of the United States.This has been accompanied by a variety of climate hazards such as flooding and more frequent storms, initiating adaptation planning and deci