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  1. Book ; Online: Reinforcement Learning with Parameterized Manipulation Primitives for Robotic Assembly

    Vuong, Nghia / Pham, Quang-Cuong

    2023  

    Abstract: A common theme in robot assembly is the adoption of Manipulation Primitives as the atomic motion to compose assembly strategy, typically in the form of a state machine or a graph. While this approach has shown great performance and robustness in ... ...

    Abstract A common theme in robot assembly is the adoption of Manipulation Primitives as the atomic motion to compose assembly strategy, typically in the form of a state machine or a graph. While this approach has shown great performance and robustness in increasingly complex assembly tasks, the state machine has to be engineered manually in most cases. Such hard-coded strategies will fail to handle unexpected situations that are not considered in the design. To address this issue, we propose to find dynamics sequence of manipulation primitives through Reinforcement Learning. Leveraging parameterized manipulation primitives, the proposed method greatly improves both assembly performance and sample efficiency of Reinforcement Learning compared to a previous work using non-parameterized manipulation primitives. In practice, our method achieves good zero-shot sim-to-real performance on high-precision peg insertion tasks with different geometry, clearance, and material.

    Comment: arXiv admin note: text overlap with arXiv:2011.00778
    Keywords Computer Science - Robotics
    Subject code 629
    Publishing date 2023-06-11
    Publishing country us
    Document type Book ; Online
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  2. Book ; Online: Contact Reduction with Bounded Stiffness for Robust Sim-to-Real Transfer of Robot Assembly

    Vuong, Nghia / Pham, Quang-Cuong

    2023  

    Abstract: In sim-to-real Reinforcement Learning (RL), a policy is trained in a simulated environment and then deployed on the physical system. The main challenge of sim-to-real RL is to overcome the reality gap - the discrepancies between the real world and its ... ...

    Abstract In sim-to-real Reinforcement Learning (RL), a policy is trained in a simulated environment and then deployed on the physical system. The main challenge of sim-to-real RL is to overcome the reality gap - the discrepancies between the real world and its simulated counterpart. Using general geometric representations, such as convex decomposition, triangular mesh, signed distance field can improve simulation fidelity, and thus potentially narrow the reality gap. Common to these approaches is that many contact points are generated for geometrically-complex objects, which slows down simulation and may cause numerical instability. Contact reduction methods address these issues by limiting the number of contact points, but the validity of these methods for sim-to-real RL has not been confirmed. In this paper, we present a contact reduction method with bounded stiffness to improve the simulation accuracy. Our experiments show that the proposed method critically enables training RL policy for a tight-clearance double pin insertion task and successfully deploying the policy on a rigid, position-controlled physical robot.
    Keywords Computer Science - Robotics
    Subject code 629
    Publishing date 2023-06-11
    Publishing country us
    Document type Book ; Online
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  3. Book ; Online: Dynamic Manipulation of a Deformable Linear Object

    Chen, Qi Jing / Bretl, Timothy / Vuong, Nghia / Pham, Quang-Cuong

    Simulation and Learning

    2023  

    Abstract: We show that it is possible to learn an open-loop policy in simulation for the dynamic manipulation of a deformable linear object (DLO) -- e.g., a rope, wire, or cable -- that can be executed by a real robot without additional training. Our method is ... ...

    Abstract We show that it is possible to learn an open-loop policy in simulation for the dynamic manipulation of a deformable linear object (DLO) -- e.g., a rope, wire, or cable -- that can be executed by a real robot without additional training. Our method is enabled by integrating an existing state-of-the-art DLO model (Discrete Elastic Rods) with MuJoCo, a robot simulator. We describe how this integration was done, check that validation results produced in simulation match what we expect from analysis of the physics, and apply policy optimization to train an open-loop policy from data collected only in simulation that uses a robot arm to fling a wire precisely between two obstacles. This policy achieves a success rate of 76.7% when executed by a real robot in hardware experiments without additional training on the real task.

    Comment: 7 pages, 8 figures
    Keywords Computer Science - Robotics
    Publishing date 2023-10-02
    Publishing country us
    Document type Book ; Online
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  4. Article ; Online: Microplastics and trace metals in river sediment: Prevalence and correlation with multiple factors.

    Nguyen, Thi Lan Huong / Duong, Thi Lim / Nguyen, Thi Huong Thuy / Dang, Tran Quan / Nguyen, Thi Hue / Dao, Ngoc Nhiem / Nguyen, Kien Trung / Duong, Cong Dien / Pham, Ngo Nghia / Nguyen, Bac Quang

    The Science of the total environment

    2023  Volume 895, Page(s) 165145

    Abstract: Microplastics (MPs), which are ubiquitous, are no longer novel emerging pollutants, yet our knowledge of them is insufficient. This study investigates the prevalence of MPs and trace metals in sediment belonging to Ma River, Vietnam, and their ... ...

    Abstract Microplastics (MPs), which are ubiquitous, are no longer novel emerging pollutants, yet our knowledge of them is insufficient. This study investigates the prevalence of MPs and trace metals in sediment belonging to Ma River, Vietnam, and their interaction with various parameters, including nutrients such as total carbon (TC), total nitrogen (TN), and total phosphorus (TP), grain sizes, and MPs in surface water. The study revealed that the abundance of MPs in sediment (MPs/S) is relatively high (i.e., 1328.3 ± 1925.5 items.kg
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-28
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 121506-1
    ISSN 1879-1026 ; 0048-9697
    ISSN (online) 1879-1026
    ISSN 0048-9697
    DOI 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.165145
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  5. Article ; Online: Perfluoroalkyl substances in food contact materials: preliminary investigation in Vietnam and global comparison.

    Hoang, Anh Quoc / Tran, Thi Lieu / Tuyen, Le Huu / Nguyen, Thi Anh Huong / Pham, Dang Minh / Nguyen, Thi Chuc / Nguyen, Trong Nghia / Phan, Dinh Quang / Nguyen, Manh Khai / Tran, Van Quy / Pham, Chau Thuy / Do Bui, Quang / Nguyen, Thi Quynh Hoa

    Environmental science and pollution research international

    2023  Volume 30, Issue 47, Page(s) 104181–104193

    Abstract: Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) are a group of concerned persistent toxic substances, especially for their application or unintentional formation in food contact materials (FCMs). However, information about the occurrence, sources, and fate ... ...

    Abstract Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) are a group of concerned persistent toxic substances, especially for their application or unintentional formation in food contact materials (FCMs). However, information about the occurrence, sources, and fate of these pollutants in food packaging materials from Vietnam as well as Southeast Asian countries is probably still obscured. In this study, levels of 13 perfluoroalkyl carboxylic acids (PFCAs) and 4 sulfonates (PFSs) were determined in various types of food packaging samples collected from Vietnamese markets. Generally low concentrations of total 17 PFASs (median 0.341; max 624 ng/g) suggested that these compounds were mainly inadvertently produced rather than intentionally added to the packaging materials. A few mochi paper tray samples had relatively high PFAS levels (372-624 ng/g), which were dominated by long-chain (C
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Animals ; Vietnam ; Fluorocarbons/analysis ; Water Pollutants, Chemical/analysis ; Alkanesulfonates ; Carboxylic Acids ; Environmental Monitoring ; Alkanesulfonic Acids/analysis
    Chemical Substances Fluorocarbons ; Water Pollutants, Chemical ; Alkanesulfonates ; Carboxylic Acids ; Alkanesulfonic Acids
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-09-12
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Review ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1178791-0
    ISSN 1614-7499 ; 0944-1344
    ISSN (online) 1614-7499
    ISSN 0944-1344
    DOI 10.1007/s11356-023-29746-5
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  6. Article: Safety and Efficacy of Liver Venous Deprivation Following Transarterial Chemoembolization Before Major Hepatectomy for Hepatocellular Carcinoma.

    Sy, Than-Van / Dung, Le Thanh / Giang, Bui-Van / Nghia, Nguyen Quang / Viet Khai, Ninh / Manh Thau, Cao / Gia Anh, Pham / Hong Son, Trinh / Minh Duc, Nguyen

    Therapeutics and clinical risk management

    2023  Volume 19, Page(s) 425–433

    Abstract: Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of liver venous deprivation (LVD) following transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).: Methods: Between January 2021 and December 2022, HCC ... ...

    Abstract Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of liver venous deprivation (LVD) following transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).
    Methods: Between January 2021 and December 2022, HCC patients indicated for hepatectomy with initial insufficient future liver remnant (FLR) underwent LVD after TACE to induce preoperative liver hypertrophy.
    Results: Twenty-seven HCC patients with a median age of 55 years underwent LVD. No TACE or LVD procedure-associated complications occurred, except for 1 case presenting with grade A liver failure after LVD (then recovered after 7 days). The FLR volume was 29.3% (interquartile range [IQR] = 7.5) and 48.9% (IQR = 8.6) of the total liver volume before and after LVD, respectively (p < 0.001). The degree of hypertrophy and FLR hypertrophy rate were 14.8% (IQR = 8.4) and 55.2% (IQR = 36.7), respectively. All 27 patients demonstrated sufficient FLR after LVD (24 patients at three weeks post-LVD, one at six weeks, and two at ten weeks), but only 21 patients accepted surgery. Postoperative histopathology showed 16 patients with cirrhosis and five with mild fibrosis (F1, F2). One patient presented with severe intraoperative bleeding due to damage of left hepatic vein and developed grade C liver failure, then died on day 32 postoperation.
    Conclusion: LVD following TACE seems to be a safe, effective, and feasible method of inducing significant FLR regeneration in HCC, even in well-selected cirrhotic livers. Comparative studies with a large patient population and multicenter data are needed for further evaluation.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-18
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2186560-7
    ISSN 1178-203X ; 1176-6336
    ISSN (online) 1178-203X
    ISSN 1176-6336
    DOI 10.2147/TCRM.S411080
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  7. Article ; Online: Outbreak of Sexually Transmitted Nongroupable Neisseria meningitidis-Associated Urethritis, Vietnam.

    Nguyen, Hao Trong / Phan, Thanh V / Tran, Hau Phuc / Vu, Thao Thi Phuong / Pham, Nhi Thi Uyen / Nguyen, Tho Thi Thanh / Bui, Ha Manh / Duong, Bao Hac / Luu, Thu Nguyen Anh / Pham, Nguyen Nhat / Nguyen, Phuc Duy / Le, Tu Ngoc / Le, Thu Quang / Vo, Dai Thi Trang / Phan, Lan Trong / Van Khuu, Nghia / Pham, Quang Duy / Nguyen, Thuong Vu

    Emerging infectious diseases

    2023  Volume 29, Issue 10, Page(s) 2130–2134

    Abstract: We report on an outbreak of nongroupable Neisseria meningitidis-associated urethritis, primarily among men who have sex with men in southern Vietnam. Nearly 50% of N. meningitidis isolates were resistant to ciprofloxacin. This emerging pathogen should be ...

    Abstract We report on an outbreak of nongroupable Neisseria meningitidis-associated urethritis, primarily among men who have sex with men in southern Vietnam. Nearly 50% of N. meningitidis isolates were resistant to ciprofloxacin. This emerging pathogen should be considered in the differential diagnosis and management of urethritis.
    MeSH term(s) Male ; Humans ; Urethritis/diagnosis ; Urethritis/epidemiology ; Vietnam/epidemiology ; Homosexuality, Male ; Sexual and Gender Minorities ; Disease Outbreaks ; Neisseria meningitidis/genetics
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-29
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1380686-5
    ISSN 1080-6059 ; 1080-6040
    ISSN (online) 1080-6059
    ISSN 1080-6040
    DOI 10.3201/eid2910.221596
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  8. Article: After action review of the COVID-19 surveillance system in Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam, in 2020.

    Quach, Ha-Linh / Nguyen, Khanh Cong / Pham, Thai Quang / Hoang, Ngoc-Anh / Do, Hien Hong Thi / Nguyen, Dung Thi / Ninh, Chu Van / Field, Emma / Dang, Anh Duc / Tran, Duong Nhu / Pham, Ha Cam Thi / Tran, Anh Tu / Nguyen, Hien Tran / Ngu, Nghia Duy / Vogt, Florian

    American journal of disaster medicine

    2023  Volume 18, Issue 1, Page(s) 63–77

    Abstract: ... 19 surveillance system in Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam, during 2020 using the COVID-19-specific AAR ... interviews with staff from Quang Ninh CDC's COVID-19 surveillance system. The COVID-19 surveillance system ... communication channels, and lack of resources. Overall, the surveillance systems in Quang Ninh province proved ...

    Abstract Surveillance is the backbone of any response to an infectious disease outbreak, and comprehensive evaluation of surveillance systems is crucial. However, structured evaluations of surveillance systems during the COVID-19 pandemic are scarce. We conducted an after action review (AAR) of the performance of the COVID-19 surveillance system in Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam, during 2020 using the COVID-19-specific AAR methodology developed by the World Health Organization in combination with guidance from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We conducted a stakeholder survey, document reviews, and key informant interviews with staff from Quang Ninh CDC's COVID-19 surveillance system. The COVID-19 surveillance system was based on the pre-existing surveillance system in the province. The system's strengths were early preparation for emergency response, strong governance and central coordination, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Stakeholders agreed that the system proved useful and adaptive to the fast-evolving COVID-19 situation but was weakened by overly complex systems, redundant administrative processes, unclear communication channels, and lack of resources. Overall, the surveillance systems in Quang Ninh province proved effective in containing COVID-19 and adaptive in a fast-changing epidemiological context. Several recommendations were made based on identified areas of concern that are of relevance for COVID-19 surveillance systems in Vietnam and similar settings.
    MeSH term(s) United States ; Humans ; Vietnam/epidemiology ; Pandemics/prevention & control ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; Disease Outbreaks
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-16
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 1932-149X
    ISSN 1932-149X
    DOI 10.5055/ajdm.0460
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  9. Article: After action review of the COVID-19 surveillance system in Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam, in 2020.

    Quach, Ha-Linh / Nguyen, Khanh Cong / Pham, Thai Quang / Hoang, Ngoc-Anh / Thi Do, Hien Hong / Nguyen, Dung Thi / Ninh, Chu Van / Field, Emma / Dang, Anh Duc / Tran, Duong Nhu / Pham, Ha Cam Thi / Tran, Anh Tu / Nguyen, Hien Tran / Ngu, Nghia Duy / Vogt, Florian

    Journal of emergency management (Weston, Mass.)

    2023  Volume 21, Issue 7, Page(s) 267–281

    Abstract: ... 19 surveillance system in Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam, during 2020 using the COVID-19-specific AAR ... interviews with staff from Quang Ninh CDC's COVID-19 surveillance system. The COVID-19 surveillance system ... communication channels, and lack of resources. Overall, the surveillance systems in Quang Ninh province proved ...

    Abstract Surveillance is the backbone of any response to an infectious disease outbreak, and comprehensive evaluation of surveillance systems is crucial. However, structured evaluations of surveillance systems during the COVID-19 pandemic are scarce. We conducted a after action review (AAR) of the performance of the COVID-19 surveillance system in Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam, during 2020 using the COVID-19-specific AAR methodology developed by the World Health Organization in combination with guidance from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We conducted a stakeholder survey, document reviews, and key informant interviews with staff from Quang Ninh CDC's COVID-19 surveillance system. The COVID-19 surveillance system was based on the pre-existing surveillance system in the province. The system's strengths were early preparation for emergency response, strong governance and central coordination, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Stakeholders agreed that the system proved useful and adaptive to the fast-evolving COVID-19 situation but was weakened by overly complex systems, redundant administrative processes, unclear communication channels, and lack of resources. Overall, the surveillance systems in Quang Ninh province proved effective in containing COVID-19 and adaptive in a fast-changing epidemiological context. Several recommendations were made based on identified areas of concern that are of relevance for COVID-19 surveillance systems in Vietnam and similar settings.
    MeSH term(s) United States ; Humans ; Vietnam/epidemiology ; Pandemics ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; Disease Outbreaks
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-08
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2799989-0
    ISSN 1543-5865
    ISSN 1543-5865
    DOI 10.5055/jem.0742
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  10. Article: Life cycle assessment of paper mill wastewater: a case study in Viet Nam.

    Bui, Hiep Nghia / Chen, Yi-Ching / Pham, Anh Thi / Ng, Si Ling / Lin, Kun-Yi Andrew / Nguyen, Ngan Quang Viet / Bui, Ha Manh

    Water science and technology : a journal of the International Association on Water Pollution Research

    2022  Volume 85, Issue 5, Page(s) 1522–1537

    Abstract: Although in a critical position in the economy, the paper industry releases a lot of wastewater that requires adequate treatment for sustainable development. This study presents an application of Life cycle assessment (LCA) with the ReCiPe tool on the ... ...

    Abstract Although in a critical position in the economy, the paper industry releases a lot of wastewater that requires adequate treatment for sustainable development. This study presents an application of Life cycle assessment (LCA) with the ReCiPe tool on the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) of a paper factory in Vietnam to evaluate the environmental effect of the individual techniques in WWTP, especially the internal circulation (IC) reactor, a pioneer and practical anaerobic technology. Both Midpoint and Endpoint categories results demonstrated that chemical use and electricity consumption mainly contributed to the environmental impact in the WWTP. The Dissolved air flotation (DAF) and Moving bed biofilm reactor (MBBR) are classified as effective techniques to reduce the impacts on the environment. Moreover, the comparison of LCA between IC and up-flow anaerobic sludge bed (UASB) shows that IC is the better practically green technique for the environment.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Biofilms ; Bioreactors ; Life Cycle Stages ; Vietnam ; Waste Disposal, Fluid/methods ; Waste Water
    Chemical Substances Waste Water
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-03-15
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 764273-8
    ISSN 1996-9732 ; 0273-1223
    ISSN (online) 1996-9732
    ISSN 0273-1223
    DOI 10.2166/wst.2022.049
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