Dostopnost objektov za funkcionalno ovirane osebe: metoda za popis z uporabo spletnih orodij

Stanje v Sloveniji glede dostopnosti javnih objektov funkcionalno oviranim osebam je skrb vzbujajoče. Največkrat so ovire že pri dostopu do objekta (ni parkirnega prostora za invalide, do vhoda v objekt vodijo stopnice, pred vhodom je visok prag, vrata v objekt so pretežka, kljuka je nameščena previsoko ipd.) in v notranjosti objekta (stopnišča, neprilagojena dvigala, premajhne sanitarije ipd.). Da bi funkcionalno oviranim osebam omogočili prikaz morebitnih ovir ter te ovire prikazali lastnikom in vzdrževalcem objektov, je bila izdelana metoda za popis dostopnosti objektov za funkcionalno ovirane osebe z uporabo spletnih orodij, ki je predstavljena v tem članku. Metoda za popis dostopnosti objektov se opira na upoštevno zakonodajo in standarde s področja univerzalne dostopnosti. Pomembna je predvsem za natančno in primerljivo presojo morebitnih ovir in njihovih že vzpostavljenih prilagoditev. To je tako večfunkcijski okvir za presojo dostopnosti vseh objektov, saj omogoča pregled in prikaz morebitnih ovir za lastnike in vzdrževalce objektov, kot vodnik o dostopnosti objekta za funkcionalne osebe. V članku je predstavljena še implementacija metode v spletni sistem za popis dostopnosti objektov. Ta med drugim omogoča spremljanje dostopnosti objektov za potrebe funkcionalno oviranih oseb in pregled ugotovljenih ovir za lastnike in vzdrževalce objektov

Accessibility of buildings for the functionally impaired: An inventorying method using online tools

The situation in Slovenia in terms of the accessibility of public buildings for functionally impaired persons is concerning. Most often people with disabilities already face barriers when accessing the building (no disabled parking available, stairs leading to the entrance into the building, thresholds that are too high, doors too heavy to open, handles set too high, etc.) and then in the building itself (staircases, unadapted lifts, insufficiently large toilets, etc.). To show potential barriers to the functionally impaired as well as the building owners and maintenance staff, a method is presented for inventorying building accessibility for the functionally impaired using online tools. The method relies on relevant universal accessibility legislation and standards, and it is important because it facilitates an accurate and comparable evaluation of potential barriers and adaptations already in place. Thus, it functions both as a multifunctional framework for evaluating the accessibility of all buildings, which provides an overview of and displays potential barriers to building owners and maintenance staff, and as a guide to building accessibility for the functionally impaired. Also presented is the method’s implementation in the online system for inventorying building accessibility, which makes it possible to monitor building accessibility for the needs of the functionally impaired and provides an overview of the barriers detected for the building owners and maintenance staf

Web model for public participation in the spatial-planning procedures

In this PhD dissertation we have researched the possibilities how to use Web 2.0 tools in public participation in the spatial-planning procedures. In the dissertation we are defending the thesis that it is possible to include public in spatial-planning more actively, create better response, better coverage, to get an effective public participation in spatial-planning, and to harvest the knowledge and learning of public about the local community they live in, by using electronic tools.\ud The importance of public participation from the sociological point of view and especially in the proceedings of spatial-planning was researched in the dissertation through the history of public participation, from theoretical grounds, taking into account the legislation which gives public the right to monitor and participate in the proceedings of spatial-planning. Explored were the effects of classic methods of public participation and corresponding tools from Web 2.0 recognized.\ud In the last part of the dissertation a system for public participation in spatial-planning was developed based on theoretical findings. A working prototype was made based on that system. The system scheme, key requirements of the system and actual Web 2.0 tools enabling public participation are explained. The prototype is devised as a generative web platform. Users of the platform can generate their own arrays of Web 2.0 tools adapted to specific projects. The concept of the system was tested with the prototype of the generative web platform. The analysis has shown the system has many possibilities of further development and expansion which confirms the starting hypothesis

A case of penile fracture with complete urethral disruption during sexual intercourse: a case report

Penile fracture is a rare condition. Primarily it is a rupture of the corpus cavernosum that occurs when the penis is erect. The rupture can also affect the corpus spongiosum and the urethra. We report a case of a 37 year old man who presented with acute penile pain, penile swelling and the inability to pass urine after a blunt trauma during sexual intercourse. In emergency surgery we found bilateral partial rupture of the corpus cavernosum with complete urethral and corpus spongiosum disruption. In the one year follow up the patient presented with normal erectile and voiding function. Emergency surgical repair in penile fracture can preserve erectile and voiding function

Living in darkness: Exploring adaptation of Proteus anguinus in 3 dimensions by X-ray imaging

Background: Lightless caves can harbour a wide range of living organisms. Cave animals have evolved a set of morphological, physiological, and behavioural adaptations known as troglomorphisms, enabling their survival in the perpetual darkness, narrow temperature and humidity ranges, and nutrient scarcity of the subterranean environment. In this study, we focused on adaptations of skull shape and sensory systems in the blind cave salamander, Proteus anguinus, also known as olm or simply proteus—the largest cave tetrapod and the only European amphibian living exclusively in subterranean environments. This extraordinary amphibian compensates for the loss of sight by enhanced non-visual sensory systems including mechanoreceptors, electroreceptors, and chemoreceptors. We compared developmental stages of P. anguinus with Ambystoma mexicanum, also known as axolotl, to make an exemplary comparison between cave- and surface-dwelling paedomorphic salamanders. Findings: We used contrast-enhanced X-ray computed microtomography for the 3D segmentation of the soft tissues in the head of P. anguinus and A. mexicanum. Sensory organs were visualized to elucidate how the animal is adapted to living in complete darkness. X-ray microCT datasets were provided along with 3D models for larval, juvenile, and adult specimens, showing the cartilage of the chondrocranium and the position, shape, and size of the brain, eyes, and olfactory epithelium. Conclusions: P. anguinus still keeps some of its secrets. Our high-resolution X-ray microCT scans together with 3D models of the anatomical structures in the head may help to elucidate the nature and origin of the mechanisms behind its adaptations to the subterranean environment, which led to a series of troglomorphisms

More than a Geographic information system

This paper describes a model how to upgrade GIS system to Spatial Decision Support System (SDSS) or Web Spatial Decision Support System (Web SDSS). The purpose of SDSS systems is to help users of the system to make decisions on issues such as finding a suitable location for dumping toxic waste, finding a location for building industrial objects, determinating flooding areas or defining urbanization of a territory. The paper also describes some cases of such systems