15th International Scientific Conference

Engineering for Rural Development

25-27.05.2016 Jelgava, LATVIA

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Contents of Proceedings of 15th International Scientific Conference
ENGINEERING FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT
May 25-27, 2016

ISSN 1691-5976


Jan Novotny

J. E. Purkyne University in Usti nad Labem, Czech Republic

Technical and natural sciences teaching at engineering faculty of FPTM UJEP


David Herak, Ruslan Askarbekov

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Determination of rapeseed (Brassica napus) dimensions and shape by image analysis


Retta Zewdie, Pavel Kic

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Microclimate conditions and stress factors effecting farm machine operators during harvest


Pavel Kic, Aivars Aboltins, Juris Priekulis

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic; Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Optimization of choosing and evaluation of milking parlours for dairy farms in Latvia


Aivars Aboltins, Harijs Kalis, Ilmars Kangro

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; Rezekne Academy of Technologies, Latvia; University of Latvia, Latvia

On mathematical modelling of heat and moisture distribution in porous multilayer media


Pavel Kic

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Dust pollution in buildings for housing of meat chickens


Dana Kocova, Pavel Kic

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Technical and economic aspects of thermal insulation of buildings


Alena Krofova, Pavel Kic

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Heat recuperation in ventilation system of basement laboratory


Milan Brozek, Alexandra Novakova

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Properties evaluation of briquettes made using different briquette presses


Martin Prejza, Pavel Kic

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Reduction of moisture in basements of buildings


Raitis Lacis

Forest Sector Competence Centre, Latvia

Structural monitoring of experimental timber-concrete composite bridge


Alexandra Novakova, Milan Brozek

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Briquette properties after three years storage


Edmunds Visockis, Stanislavs Pleiksnis, Uldis Gross, Godfrids Noviks

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; Rezekne Academy of Technologies, Latvia

Use of tree leaves-lime mixture for building insulation


Inna Davydova, Yury Mazhayskiy, Evgeny Davydov

Joint Institute for Nuclear Research, Russia; MNTC Ltd., Russia; Ryazan State University, Russia

Petroleum-contaminated soils price regulation for the aids of land use optimization and ecological risk mitigation


Sergey Rakutko, Elena Rakutko, Dmitriy Kaposhko, Alexander Vaskin

Institute for Engineering and Environmental Problems in Agricultural Production, Russia; Saint-Petersburg State Agrarian University, Russia

Monitoring technique of energy and ecological efficiency of indoor plant lighting


Anastasija Vilcina, Gunta Grinberga-Zalite, Gunita Mazure, Elina Dumpe

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Opportunities for development of organic milk production and processing in Latvia


Alexander Abbasov, Tatjana Tambovceva, Vladimir Artyushenko

Moscow State Regional University of Technology, Russia; Riga Technical University, Latvia

CAD-systems for optimization modeling of large equipment


Vladimir Romanenko, Galina Nikitina

North-Western Branch of Academy of Information Technologies in Education, Russia

Instructional technology and hidden processes: development of professional skills and professonal ethics


Vladimir Romanenko, Galina Nikitina

North-Western Branch of Academy of Information Technologies in Education, Russia

Cognitive stress in pedagogics: general analysis


Aigars Atvars, Solvita Umbrasko, Dace Markus

OptimEyz, Ltd, Latvia; Riga Teacher Training and Education Management Academy, Latvia; University of Latvia, Latvia

Reading errors and eye fixation durations of primary school Latvian readers


Harijs Kalis, Inesa Barmina, Maija Zake, Andrejs Koliskins

Riga Technical University, Latvia; University of Latvia, Latvia

Mathematical modelling and experimental study of electrodynamic control of swirling flame flows


Inesa Barmina, Raimonds Valdmanis, Maija Zake

University of Latvia, Latvia

Development of combustion dynamics at thermochemical conversion of biomass pellets


Ludmila Kalinnikova, Jelena Shaplavska, Aleksey Zavodilov

"Psy Technology" LLC, Latvia

Psychological well-being relation to individual orientation in early adulthood


Serikbay Kosbolov, Kuralay Tulegenova, Erulan Bekenov, Algazy Zhauyt, Batyr Naurushev

Kazakh National Research Technical University named after K.I. Satpayev, Kazakhstan

Kinematic synthesis of initial kinematic chains (IKC)


Edgars Repsa, Eriks Kronbergs

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Rhombus briquetting mechanism modelling


Aleksejs Nipers, Irina Pilvere, Anda Valdovska, Liga Proskina

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Assessment of key aspects of technologies and cow farming for milk production in Latvia


Yekaterina Astafyeva, Kamila Shalabayeva

M. Auezov South-Kazakhstan State University, Kazakhstan

Dependence of Azotobacter Chroococcum culture growth rate on salt concentrations


Tatjana Rubina, Aivars Aboltins, Janis Palabinskis, Algirdas Jasinskas

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania; Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Potatoes drying dynamics research


Alexander Sergeyev, Diy Sergeyev

Institute of Problems of Mechanical Engineering RAS, Russia

Pipe line segment squeezing by reactive load due to flowing out


Manea Dragos, Voicu Gheorghe, Paraschiv Gigel, Marin Eugen

National Institute of Research-Development for Machines and Installations Designed to Agriculture and Food Industry, Romania; University Politehnica of Bucharest, Romania

Performances evaluation of direct seeder for grasslands


Kristine Mezale, Andris Kundzins, Zigurds Markovics

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Decision table synthesis in fuzzy environment for industrial robot - telpher


Anicetas Straksas, Dainius Steponavicius, Rolandas Domeika, Tadas Katkevicius

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania

Research in cleaning and sorting of ecologically grown white mustard seed


Vladimir Astashev, Vitaly Krupenin

A. Blagonravov Institute of Machines Science of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia

Auto-resonant ultrasonic cutting of materials for machinery manufacture


Arnis Lenerts, Gatis Berzins, Dina Popluga

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; SIA "Precision Farming", Latvia

Nitrogen fertilizer use efficiency and GHG emissions in the Latvian grain sector


Vitaly Grinchenko, Gennady Nikitenko, Alexander Lysakov, Evgeny Konoplev

Stavropol State Agrarian University, Russia

Milking machine with electropulsator


Aleksandr Vostrukhin, Elena Vakhtina

Stavropol State Agrarian University, Russia; Stavropol Technological Institute of Service, Russia

Studying digital signal processing on arduino based platform


Patrik Prikner, Radka Kodesova

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Influence of pore size distribution on penetration resistance behaviour and dry density of clay-loam soil


Arta Bardule, Andis Lazdins, Toms Sarkanabols, Dagnija Lazdina

Latvian State Forest Research Institute Silava", Latvia

Fertilized short rotation plantations of hybrid aspen (Populus tremuloides Michx. x Populus tremula L.) for energy wood or mitigation of GHG emissions


Miroslav Muller, Petr Valasek

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Evaluation of used e-learning support from students' point of view


Baiba Osmane, Inara Helena Konosonoka, Liga Proskina, Sallija Cerina

Institute of Agricultural Resources and Economics - "Priekuli", Latvia; Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Chemical composition of different pea and beans varieties grown in Latvia


Inara Helena Konosonoka, Baiba Osmane, Sallija Cerina, Liga Proskina

Institute of Agricultural Resources and Economics - "Priekuli", Latvia; Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Feed additives in chicken feed and their impact on microflora of digestive tract


Irina Belinskaia, Dmitriy Agapov

Saint-Petersburg State Agrarian University, Russia

Parametric optimization of energy conversion systems based on thermo economic indicators


Evgueniy G. Ivanov

Nizhny Novgorod State Agricultural Academy, Russia

Seed germination with use of acoustic - cavitation technologies


Haiyan Sulaiman, Tomas Ratinger, Jan Banout

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Spatial and temporal arbitrage by citrus farmers depending on market information system in Lattakia region, R. A. Syria


Elena Boitsova, Natalia Bogach, Karina Vylegzhanina

Peter the Great Saint-Petersburg Polytechnic University, Russia

To specificity of discourse approach for engineering students listening comprehension training in ELT classroom


Edgars Cubars, Liena Poisa

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; Rezekne Academy of Technologies, Latvia

Content of heavy metals in reed ash and possibilities of reed ash utilization


Dainius Steponavicius, Aurelija Kemzuraite, Remigijus Zinkevicius, Tadas Bartkus

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania

Effect of soil PH on reasonable travel speed of mobile unit and lime application


Imants Ziemelis, Henriks Putans, Algirdas Jasinskas, Liene Kancevica

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania; Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Investigation of air heating solar collector with energy concentrator


Tomasz Huscio, Roman Trochimczuk

Bialystok University of Technology, Poland

Novel rope-free mechatronic elevator system to automation of transport in agricultural farms


Petr Valasek, Petr Chocholous, Miroslav Muller

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Mechanical properties of thermal insulating sandwich materials


Rafal Grzejda

West Pomeranian University of Technology, Poland

Modelling nonlinear multi-bolted connections: a case of the assembly condition


Rafal Grzejda

West Pomeranian University of Technology, Poland

Modelling nonlinear multi-bolted connections: a case of operational condition


Andrejs Jaunzems, Ilze Balode

Ventspils University College, Latvia

Model of price volatility risk management for firm with perfectly structured technology


Jekaterina Smirnova, Gatis Vitols

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Procedure for testing Jelgava school websites on mobile devices using GoPro head camera


Vladimir Sadovoy, Ruslan Omarov, Sergei Shlykov, Tatiana Shchedrina

Belgorod University of Cooperation, Economics and Law, Russia; North-Caucasian Federal University, Russia; Stavropol State Agrarian University, Russia

Assessment of compliance of qualitative food characteristics to standard requirements


Carmen Bracacescu, Iuliana Gageanu, Simion Popescu, Kemal Cagatay Selvi

National Institute of Research-Development for Machines and Installations Designed to Agriculture and Food Industry, Romania; Ondokuz Mayis University, Turkey; Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Researches concerning impurities separation process from mass of cereal seeds using vibrating sieves in air flow currents


Rasma Platace, Aleksandrs Adamovics, Janis Kalnacs

Institute of Physical Energetics, Latvia; Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Production of reed canary grass-wood pellets


Elita Aplocina, Aivars Aboltins, Juris Priekulis

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Amount of nitrogen in cattle manure


Juris Priekulis, Elita Aplocina, Armins Laurs

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Chemical composition of digestate


Julia Gorzelany, Barbara Prus, Tomasz Salata

University of Agriculture in Krakow, Poland

Delimitation of same municipalities of Cracow district in reference to technical and social infrastructure (using numerical taxonomy methods) and their impact on local development


Tatiana Panysheva

Peter the Great Saint-Petersburg Polytechnic University, Russia

High frequency words and foreign language competence development in engineering


Stanislavs Pleiksnis, Juris Skujans, Edmunds Visockis, Kristaps Pulkis

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Increasing fire proofness of sapropel and hemp shives insulation material


Marina Griscenko, Renars Vitols, Oskars Simanis

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Case study of shell-type power transformer tank vibration in different loading conditions


Sergejs Kodors, Ilmars Kangro

Rezekne Academy of Technologies, Latvia

Simple method of lidar point density definition for automatic building recognition


Aldis Cirulis, Valdis Kleinbergs, Gunars Verdins

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Galvanised sheet steel folding characteristics and corrosion resistance


Elena Zorina, Olga Chudnova, Irina Crusyan

Stavropol State Agrarian University, Russia

Socio-cultural peculiarities in personal consciousness formation


Valerii Vtoryi, Sergei Vtoryi, Evgenia Lantsova, Vladislav Gordeev

Institute for Engineering and Environmental Problems in Agricultural Production, Russia

Effect of weather conditions on content of carbon dioxide in barns


Harijs Grinbergs

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Production quality decision support using real-time computer vision framework


Vaclovas Kurkauskas, Algirdas Janulevicius, Gediminas Pupinis

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania

Influence of inflation pressure in tires on traction ratio 2WD and 4WD driving modes of tractor


Lilija Degola, Aiga Trupa, Elita Aplocina

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Forage quality and digestibility for calculation of enteric methane emission from cattle


Aivars Birkavs, Aivars Kakitis, Ilmars Dukulis

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Biodiesel impact on diesel engine high pressure pump plunger pairs


Aivars Birkavs, Ilmars Dukulis

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Amount of toxic exhaust gases emitted during engine warm up


Irina Pilvere, Liga Proskina, Aleksejs Nipers

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Technological and economic aspects of meat cattle farming in Latvia


Peteris Shipkovs, Kristina Lebedeva, Lana Migla, Galina Kashkarova

Institute of Physical Energetics, Latvia

Renewable energy resources effective use for rural development


Veronika Hartova, Jan Hart

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Biometric systems based on facial features and their reliability


Veronika Hartova, Jan Hart

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Risk of wiring of biometric identification systems


Jozef Hernik, Agnieszka Rutkowska, Tomasz Noszczyk

University of Agriculture in Krakow, Poland

Correlation between selected socioeconomic variables and the number of renewable energy sources in Świętokrzyskie voivodeship (Poland)


Ibrahim Demirbilek, Atilgan Atilgan

Suleyman Demirel University, Turkey

Determination of level of fertilizer usage in greenhouses in Mugla region


Dagnija Cedere, Inese Jurgena, Gunita Praulite

Riga Teacher Training and Education Management Academy, Latvia

Possibilities of promoting students' cognitive interest in science subjects


Atilgan Atilgan, Burak Saltuk, Hasan Oz, Ozan Artun

Cukurova University, Turkey; Siirt University, Turkey; Suleyman Demirel University, Turkey

Management of manure from livestock housing in Tigris basin and its environmental potential impact


Jan Hart, Veronika Hartova

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Development of new testers to improve quality for data transmissions in intrusion and hold-up alarm systems


Jan Hart, Veronika Hartova

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Risks of vibration detectors in intrusion and hold-up alarm systems


Kastytis Laurinaitis, Stasys Slavinskas

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania

Influence of intake air temperature and exhaust gas recirculation on HCCI combustion process using bioethanol


Magdalena Dabrowska-Salwin, Aleksander Lisowski, Monika Kostrubiec, Adam Swietochowski

Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Poland

Pressure agglomeration of biomass with addition of the calcium carbonate


Adam Swietochowski, Aleksander Lisowski, Magdalena Dabrowska-Salwin

Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Poland

Strength of briquettes and pellets from energy crops


Atilgan Atilgan, Ali Yucel, Hasan Oz, Yusuf Aydin

Osmaniye Korkut Ata University, Turkey; Siirt University, Turkey; Suleyman Demirel University, Turkey

Analysis of heating and cooling days for broiler housing in gap region: Euphrates basin case


Martins Ekmanis, Agris Nikitenko

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Mobile robot camera extrinsic parameters auto calibration by spiral motion


Miloslav Linda, Monika Hromasova

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Model analysis of temperature sensors


Povilas Gurevicius, Algirdas Janulevicius, Gediminas Pupinis

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania

Kinematic discrepancy and moving resistance dependence on tires air pressure in 4x4 tractors


Tomas Mickevicius, Stasys Slavinskas, Ricardas Uzelka, Valentina Vilutiene

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania; The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania, Lithuania

Numerical and experimental analyses of injection characteristics using jet fuel


Svetla Stoilova, Radina Nikolova

Technical University-Sofia, Bulgaria

Complex methodology for study of intercity rail transport


Janis Kaneps, Anita Gerina-Ancane

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Perfection of learning methods for mechatronics basic in mechanical engineering and industrial design studies


Dijs Sergejevs, Andris Tipainis

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Assessment of railway turnout element restoration using mma and fcaw welding


Aleksejs Gedzurs, Indulis Straume, Ainars Galins, Aigars Laizans

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Low-voltage circuit breakers selectivity studies


Pavels Gavrilovs, Aleksandrs Dmitrijevs

Riga Technical University, Latvia; Transport Accident and Incident Investigation Bureau, Latvia

Research in passenger car bogie central suspension roller and rod base metal and welded metal structure


Iuliana Gageanu, Gheorghe Voicu, George Bunduchi, Carmen Bracacescu

National Institute of Research-Development for Machines and Installations Designed to Agriculture and Food Industry, Romania; University Politehnica of Bucharest, Romania

Experimental research on the process of pelleting Salix Viminalis depending on humidity and granulation


Laura Toma, Gheorghe Voicu, Mariana Ferdes, Mirela Dinca

University Politehnica of Bucharest, Romania

Animal manure as substrate for biogas production


Janis Eiduks, Liga Paura

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Software for biological data storage and sequence comparison


Liga Paura, Irina Arhipova

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Student dropout rate in engineering education study program


Algirdas Jasinskas, Juozas Pekarskas, Vytautas Kucinskas, Aivars Aboltins

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania; Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Investigation of natural magnesium mineral fertilizer granulation and determination of granule qualitative indicators


Janis Lungevics, Armands Leitans, Irina Boiko, Janis Rudzitis

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Surface texture parameters influence on tribological properties of functional coatings


Sandra Iriste, Irena Katane

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Facilitation of reflection for self-development of competitiveness of university students as prospective specialists


Algirdas Jasinskas, Vytautas Kucinskas, Imants Ziemelis, Egle Jotautiene

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania; Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Evaluation of wood and peat mixture biofuel characteristics


Aija Ruzaike, Sandra Muizniece-Brasava, Kaspars Kovalenko, Aivars Aboltins

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Development of mathematical model for calculation of thermal treatment regimes of potato products packed in soft retortable pouches


Dainis Viesturs, Nikolajs Kopiks

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Investigations in suitability of fleet of combines for timely harvesting


Ernests Jansons, Janis Lungevics, Karlis Agris Gross

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Surface roughness measure that best correlates to ease of sliding


Mario Szabo, Radoslav Majdan, Stanislav Lindak, Vladislav Hajdak

Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Slovakia

Special monitoring device for evaluation of driving style of car drivers


Jelena Malahova, Baiba Rivza, Daina Vasilevska

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; Liepaja University, Latvia; Riga Technical University, Latvia

Analysis of fire safety systems in regions of Latvia: possibility of building new fire stations


Zofia Koloszko-Chomentowska, Leszek Sieczko

Bialystok University of Technology, Poland; Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Poland

Effectiveness of fixed assets in agriculture of selected new member states in european union


Janis Viba, Stanislavs Noskovs, Vitaly Beresnevich, Janis Dobelis

Riga Technical University, Latvia

New devices for energy extraction from air flow


Oskars Ozolins, Valters Cipruss, Janis Viba, Olegs Jakovlevs

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Double pendulum motion analysis in variable fluid flow


Indra Eihvalde, Daina Kairisa, Ilga Sematovica

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Long-term continuous monitoring of ruminal ph and temperature for dairy cows with indwelling and wireless data transmitting unit


Milan Kroulik, Vaclav Brant, Jan Chyba, Petr Zabransky

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Effect of plowing and deep loosening on cone index and water flow


Svetlana Polukoshko, Vladimirs Gonca, Andris Martinovs, Svetlana Sokolova

Rezekne Academy of Technologies, Latvia; Riga Technical University, Latvia; Ventspils University College, Latvia

Boundary conditions influence on compressive stiffness of elastomeric isolators


Ruslan Askarbekov, David Herak, Cestmir Mizera

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Mechanical behavior of rubber samples under relaxation


Daina Kairisa, Dace Barzdina

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Quality evaluation of fattening lambs using ultrasonic scanner Mindray Dp-50 Vet


Jiri Masek, Frantisek Kumhala, Petr Novak, Tomas Fic

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Influence of different threshing system design on grain damage


Joanna A. Pawlowicz, Elzbieta Szafranko

University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland

Application of reverse engineering in modelling of rural buildings of religious worship


Kestutis Romaneckas, Egidijus Sarauskis, Antanas Sakalauskas, Algirdas Jasinskas

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania

Impact of subsoiling and scattered sowing on some soil physical properties and wheat productivity


Dace Brizga

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Competence development model for occupational safety specialists


Nataliya Kasyanova, Larisa Kirina, Ekaterina Serebryakova-Shibelbeyn

Stavropol State Agrarian University, Russia

Formation of a competitive person in the context of corporate communications using blog-based technologies in the agrarianuniversity


Stanislav Lindak, Peter Kuchar, Marek Halenar, Vladislav Hajdak

Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Slovakia

Assessment of the economy of municipal bus operation


Baiba Briede

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Engineering students' self-assessment of learning outcomes in the context of transformative learning


Michal Lattner, Jaroslava Svobodova, Radek Lattner, Pavel Kraus

J. E. Purkyne University in Usti nad Labem, Czech Republic

Effect of machining technology for durability with notched components


Jaroslava Svobodova, Michal Lattner, Pavel Kraus, Radek Lattner

J. E. Purkyne University in Usti nad Labem, Czech Republic

Analysis of chemical pre-treatment excluded with use of sol-gel technology on polished surface of Al substrate


Josef Hula, Petr Novak

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Evaluation of soil tillage technologies in terms of soil particle transfer


Stefan Croitoru, Valentin Vladut, Eugen Marin, Mihai Matache, Ilie Dumitru

National Institute of Research-Development for Machines and Installations Designed to Agriculture and Food Industry, Romania; University of Craiova, Romania

Determination of subsoiler's traction force influenced by different working depth and velocity


Zivile Cerniauskiene, Algirdas Raila, Egidijus Zvicevicius, Zydre Kadziuliene, Vita Tilvikiene

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania; Lithuanian Research Centre for Agriculture and Forestry, Lithuania

Influence of harvest time of Artemisia Dubia Wall. properties


Mihaela Nitu, Mihai Matache, Valentin Vladut, Imre Kiss

National Institute of Research-Development for Machines and Installations Designed to Agriculture and Food Industry, Romania; P. University Timişoara, Romania

Researches in optimizing the working process of machinery used for treatment of field crops


Janis Judrups, Uldis Zandbergs, Maksims Kazakovs

Baltic Computer Academy Ltd, Latvia

Learning and competence management solution


Igor Subbotin, Eduard Vasilev

Institute for Engineering and Environmental Problems in Agricultural Production, Russia

Formalization of criteria for determining best available technologies: the case of Russia


Roman Uvarov, Alexander Briukhanov, Ekaterina Shalavina

Institute for Engineering and Environmental Problems in Agricultural Production, Russia

Study results of mass and nutrient loss in technologies of different composting rate: case of bedding poultry manure


Maksims Kazakovs

Baltic Computer Academy Ltd, Latvia

Competence-based approach in human resource development planning automation


Uldis Zandbergs, Maksims Kazakovs

Baltic Computer Academy Ltd, Latvia

Impact of competence fragmentation on employee development in public services in Latvia


Francesco Marinello, Andrea Pezzuolo, Alessandro Chiumenti, Luigi Sartori

University of Padova, Italy; University of Udine, Italy

Technical analysis of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) for agricultural applications


Francesco Marinello, Andrea Pezzuolo, Donato Cillis, Luigi Sartori

University of Padova, Italy

Kinect 3D reconstruction for quantification of grape bunches volume and mass


Andrea Pezzuolo, Alessandro Chiumenti, Luigi Sartori, Francesco Da Borso

University of Padova, Italy; University of Udine, Italy

Automatic feeding system: evaluation of energy consumption and labour requirement in North-East Italy dairy farm


Jan Komarek, Jitka Kumhalova, Milan Kroulik

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Surface modelling based on unmanned aerial vehicle photogrammetry and its accuracy assessment


Zofija Jankauskiene, Elvyra Gruzdeviene, Semjons Ivanovs, Ernestas Maumevicius

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania; Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; Lithuanian Research Centre for Agriculture and Forestry, Lithuania

Investigation of hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) morphological parameters as influenced by seed rate and genotype


Martin Kotek, Miroslav Ruzicka, Petr Jindra, Jakub Marik

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Comparison of ground and underground routes by analysing operating parameters of driven vehicle


Anita Gerina-Ancane, Agrita Eiduka

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Research and analysis of Absorbent Hygiene Product (AHP) recycling


Darius Mazeika, Algimantas Bubulis, Audrius Bartkus, Arvydas Pauliukas, Martynas Lendraitis, Dalia Nizeviciene

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania; Kaunas University of Technology, Lithuania; UAB "MATURE", Lithuania

Experimental and computational research of new filter inner linear design


Roberts Vanags, Daina Kanaska

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Modelling of sapropel flow using solidworks simulation tools


Skaidrite Bumane, Rasma Platace, Liena Poisa, Aleksandrs Adamovics

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; Latvian Plant Protection Research Centre, Latvia

Analysis of reed canary grass chemical content


Liena Poisa, Skaidrite Bumane, Edgars Cubars, Lidija Antipova

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; Latvian Plant Protection Research Centre, Latvia; Mykolayiv State Agrarian University, Ukraine; Rezekne Academy of Technologies, Latvia

Hemp quality parameters for bioenergy-impact of nitrogen fertilization


Viesturs Kalnins, Inga Straupe, Ritvars Sudars

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; Liepaja University, Latvia

In depth evaluation of cumulative air pollution forming factors in Liepaja and Riga with Cumulative Pollution Index method


Tomasz Lipinski

University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland

Modification of AlSi21CuNi alloy by fast cooled alloy with Al, B and Ti


Tomasz Lipinski

University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland

Corrosion of the X2CrNiMoSi18-5-3 duplex stainless steel


Stasys Slavinskas, Gvidonas Labeckas, Irena Kanapkiene, Tomas Mickevicius

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania

Numerical model of common rail electromagnetic fuel injector


Andrea Pezzuolo, Davide Boscaro, Francesco Marinello, Luigi Sartori

University of Padova, Italy

Alternative maize ensiling techniques for anaerobic digestion process: economic and energetic comparison


Elzbieta Szafranko

University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland

Evaluation of possibilities of investment using rural areas with multicriterial analysis


Anna Brunerova, Tatiana Ivanova, Milan Brozek

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Mechanical durability of digestate briquettes mixed with mineral additives


Martin Krupicka, Adolf Rybka, Petr Hermanek, Ivo Honzik

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Monitoring of dependency of hop material fall through on size of gaps at new design of separation rollers


Ilze Pelece, Uldis Gross

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Practical use of solar collector integrated in combined heating system


Arta Seile, Dana Belakova

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Properties of long flax fiber reinforced nonwoven and composite materials


Olafs Vronskis, Egils Laukmanis, Aivars Kakitis, Imants Nulle

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; SIA Bioorganic Earthworm Compost, Latvia

Earthworm biohumus conditioning for pellet production


Lancine Doumbouya, Changsheng Guan, Sixiang Dengc, Guoping Gaod

Wuhan University of Technology, P.R. China

Collinear force and frequency analysis of a viaduct pile foundation construction project: a case study on the application of BIM technology


Veronika Chaloupkova, Tatiana Ivanova, Bohumil Havrland

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Sieve analysis of biomass: accurate method for determination of particle size distribution


Evalds Urtans, Agris Nikitenko

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Active infrared markers for augmented and virtual reality


Ritvars Sudars, Laima Berzina, Linda Grinberga

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Analysis of agricultural run-off monitoring program results for estimation of nitrous oxide indirect emissions in Latvia


Volodimir Bulgakov, Volodimir Nadykto, Igor Velichko, Semjons Ivanovs

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; National Scientific Centre "Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Electrification" of Ukraine, Ukraine

Investigation of draft coefficient of efficiency of wheeled tractor


Ilze Kazaine

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Software for creation of electronic materials


Karlis Berkolds

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Image recognition with hardware neural networks


Armins Laurs, Juris Priekulis, Zigurds Markovics, Aivars Aboltins

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; Riga Technical University, Latvia

Research in farm animal breeding technological parameters


Natalija Bulaha, Janis Rudzitis, Janis Lungevics, Vladimirs Cudinovs

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Measurement principles of 3D roughness parameters


Vasiliy Sysuev, Peter Savinyh, Alexey Aleshkin, Semjons Ivanovs

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; North-East Zonal Agricultural Research Institute named after Rudnicki N.V, Russia; Vyatka State University, Russia

Simulation of elastic deformation propagation of grain under impact crushing in crusher


Peter Savinyh, Vladimir Nechaev, Marina Nechaeva, Semjons Ivanovs

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; North-East Agricultural Research Institute, Russia; Vyatka State University, Russia

Motion of grain particle along blade of rotor fan of hammer crusher


Volodimir Bulgakov, Semjons Ivanovs, Valeriy Adamchuk, Volodimir Nadykto

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; National Scientific Centre "Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Electrification" of Ukraine, Ukraine

Theoretical investigation of turning ability of machine and tractor aggregate on basis of ploughing and intertilling wheeled tractor


Aleksandrs Adamovics, Rasma Platace, Semjons Ivanovs

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Influence of nitrogen fertilizers on chemical composition of energy grass


Volodimir Bulgakov, Semjons Ivanovs, Zinoviy Ruzhylo, Ivan Golovach

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine, Ukraine

Theoretical investigations in cleaning sugar beet heads from remnants of leaves by cleaning blade


Valeriy Adamchuk, Viktor Prysyazhnyi, Semjons Ivanovs, Volodimir Bulgakov

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; National Scientific Centre "Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Electrification" of Ukraine, Ukraine

Investigations in technological method of growing potatoes under mulch of straw and its effect on the yield


Edgars Kovals, Janis Viba, Lauris Stals, Svetlana Sokolova, Vitaly Krupenin

A. Blagonravov Institute of Machines Science of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia; Riga Technical University, Latvia

Mechanism motion studies with collisions at several points


Natalija Mozga, Ivans Grinevichs

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Complete automation of assembly process for cylindrical parts with using vibrations


Antanas Pocius, Egle Jotautiene, Juozas Pekarskas, Mecys Palsauskas

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania

Investigation of physical-mechanical properties of experimental organic granular fertilizers


Anna Vintere, Baiba Briede

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Engineers' mathematics education in the context of sustainable development


Victor Mironov, Pavel Stankevich, Irina Beljaeva, Vladimir Glushenkov

Riga Technical University, Latvia; Samara State Aerospace University, Russia

Static-dynamic powder material compaction methods


Natasa Naprstkova, Jaromir Cais, Jan Sviantek, Helena Cierna

J. E. Purkyne University in Usti nad Labem, Czech Republic; Technical University of Zvolen, Slovakia

Change of selected resulting properties of AlSi9CuMnNi alloy by heat treatment and antimony


Petr Novak, Jiri Masek, Josef Hula

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Impact of soil tillage technology on erosion parameters in Central Bohemia region


Aivars Aboltins, Pavel Kic

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Research in some medical plant drying process


Aivars Aboltins, Pavel Kic

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Bark effect on wood drying dynamics


Alexandr Shimanovsky

Belarusian State University of Transport, Belarus

Oscillations of partially filled tanker truck at its braking


Ligita Melece

Institute of Agricultural Resources and Economics, Latvia

Challenges and opportunities of circular economy and green economy


Ligita Melece, Agnese Krievina

Institute of Agricultural Resources and Economics, Latvia

Bioenergy in Latvia: sector value and impacts


Martins Ziemelis, Gunars Verdins

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Wear of plough chisel during processing of podzolic soil


Irena Katane, Regina Baltusite, Edgars Katans

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; Autentica, SIA, Latvia

Programming engineer professional development from multi-aspect view


Dainis Berjoza, Vilnis Pirs, Ilmars Dukulis

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Experimental investigation of effectiveness of electric vehicle vacuum brake booster on power test bench


Dainis Berjoza, Inara Jurgena

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Ecological effect of electric vehicles on CO2 emissions in Latvia


Josef Krupicka, Petr Sarec, Petr Novak

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Measurement of electrical conductivity of fertilizer NPK 20-8-8


Sylvia Kusmierczak, Lubomir Hodinar

J. E. Purkyne University in Usti nad Labem, Czech Republic

Complex analysis of the quality of the nickel layer of screws


Jan Novotny, Martin Jaskevic

J. E. Purkyne University in Usti nad Labem, Czech Republic

Morphology and producing of TiO2 particles


Karlis Kreslins, Dace Stefenberga

Ventspils University College, Latvia

Analysis of Kurzeme region development in the context of smart specialization strategy: preliminary results


Valdis Avotins, Biruta Sloka, Natalja Jarohnovich

University of Latvia, Latvia; Ventspils University College, Latvia

Global talent war: differences in small emerging country


Normunds Jekabsons, Sabine Upnere, Janis Kleperis

Ventspils University College, Latvia; SIA "Multipla Energy", Latvia; Institute of Solid State Physics, Latvia

Numerical and experimental investigation of H-darrieus vertical axis wind turbine


Sabine Upnere, Normunds Jekabsons

Riga Technical University, Latvia; Ventspils University College, Latvia

Flow-induced vibration of cylindrical structures


Juris Roberts Kalnins, Natalja Jarohnovich

Ventspils University College, Latvia

Dynamic model of enterpreneurial university: case of Ventspils University College development vision


Aivars Kakitis, Roberts Berzins, Uldis Berzins

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Cutting energy assessment of hemp straw


Jaroslaw Janus, Agnieszka Glowacka, Piotr Bozek

University of Agriculture in Krakow, Poland

Identification of areas with unfavorable agriculture development conditions in terms of shape and size of parcels with example of Southern Poland


Tatevik Yezekyan, Juri Olt

Armenian National Agrarian University, Armenia; Estonian University of Life Sciences, Estonia

Vineyard floor management with novel free-active inter-row tiller


Lasma Dobele, Irina Deicmane, Lana Janmere

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Challenges with engineering education from the marketing perspective


Ilze Priedite, Gatis Bazbauers

Institute of Physical Energetics, Latvia; Riga Technical University, Latvia

Combination of wind power plants and district heating systems - technical, Economic and environmental aspects


Sarmite Cernajeva, Inta Volodko

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Improvement of teaching methodology of mathematics for students and pupils using the mooc platform


Sandra Gusta

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Sustainable construction in Latvia - opportunities and challanges


Marek Gaworski, Aguida Garreth Ferraz Rocha

University Federal of Uberlandia, Brazil; Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Poland

Effect of management practices on time spent by cows in waiting area before milking


Dan Cujbescu, Valentin Vladut, Gheorghe Voicu, Nicoleta Ungureanu

National Institute of Research-Development for Machines and Installations Designed to Agriculture and Food Industry, Romania; University Politehnica of Bucharest, Romania

Researches on obtaining higher qualitative indices for sowing work


Jaroslav Zukerstein

J. E. Purkyne University in Usti nad Labem, Czech Republic

Innovative approaches to practical training for teachers of technical subjects


Aleksandrs Gasparjans, Aleksandrs Terebkovs, Anastasija Ziravecka

Latvian Maritime Academy, Latvia; Riga Technical University, Latvia

Early diagnostics of real time technical condition of steel shafts


Zbigniew Kulesza, Tomasz Huscio

Bialystok University of Technology, Poland

Influence of load conditions in membrane spring-loaded cylinder on dynamic characteristics of pneumatic brake system


Henrietta Nagy, Jozsef Kaposzta

Szent István University, Hungary

Interpretation of land-use system in hungary in the context of rural development


Anna Ancevska, Dijs Sergejevs

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Reasons for railway wear at curves


Mihret Dananto Ulsido, Meng Li

Hawassa University, Ethiopia; Wuhan University of Technology, P.R. China

Effect of organic matter from coffee pulp compost on yield response of chickpeas (Cicer Arietinum L.) in Ethiopia


Mihret Dananto Ulsido, Gerawork Zeleke, Meng Li

Hawassa University, Ethiopia; Wuhan University of Technology, P.R. China

Biogas potential assessment from coffee husk: an option for solid waste management in gidabo watershed of Ethiopia


Andrius Senkus, Egle Jotautiene

Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania

FEM numerical analysis of tool holder of turning lathe


Vilis Dubrovskis, Imants Plume

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Biogas potential assessment from beer and sugar producing factories waste


Vilis Dubrovskis, Imants Plume

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Biogas potential from residues of food processing factories


Vilis Dubrovskis, Imants Plume

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Impact of melafen-metaferm additive on maize silage anaerobic digestion process


Ayrat Valiev, Farzutdin Muhamadyarov

Kazan State Agrarian University, Russia; Vyatka State University, Russia

Study of soil stratum deformation by disc cultivator


Kaspars Kroics, Viesturs Brazis

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Ultracapacitor based storage system for lead-acid powered light electric vehicle retrofit


Pavels Patlins

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Efficient transportation in cities and perishable goods secondary packaging


Turatbek Duishenaliev, Ruslan Askarbekov

Kyrgyz State Technical University, Kyrgyzstan; Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

Calculation of deformation of rubber layer in rubber metal elements


Arturs Macanovskis, Andrejs Krasnikovs, Olga Kononova, Edgars Macanovskis

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Pull-out mechanism detailed micromechanical investigation in situation when out of concrete pulling straight steel fibre


Arturs Lukasenoks, Arturs Macanovskis, Andrejs Krasnikovs, Videvuds Lapsa

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Composite fiber pull-out in concretes with various strengths


Maris Gailis, Marcis Jansons, Janis Rudzitis, Juris Kreicbergs

Riga Technical University, Latvia; Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Instrumentation of cetane number research engine


Guntis Springis, Janis Rudzitis, Eriks Gerins, Armands Leitans

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Rough surface peak influence on the wear process of sliding-friction pairs


Aivars Rubenis, Aigars Laizans, Dainis Berjoza

SIA "TransfoElectric", Latvia; Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia

Using wireless charging to prolong lead-acid battery lifetime


Janis Voitkans, Leslie R. Adrian, Donato Repole

Riga Technical University, Latvia

Investigation of the electrical parameters for a PCB transformer


Mara Laizane, Ilze Vardanjana, Ilona Laizane

NGO Building and Energy Conservation Bureau, Latvia; Riga Teacher Training and Education Management Academy, Latvia

Social aspects of multi-family apartment building renovation


Ainars Galins, Pauls Beinarovics, Aigars Laizans, Arvids Jakusenoks

Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia; Road Traffic Safety Directorate, Latvia

RFID application for electric car identification at the charging station