Day

Time

Thursday

12.05.2016

9.00 – 10.00

Registration and morning coffee (Estonian University of Life Sciences, Institute of Technology, 56 Kreutzwaldi Str., Tartu)

10.00 – 10.10

OPENING: Rector Prof. Mait Klaassen (Institute of Technology, room A204)

Opening remarks and welcome: Director of Institute of Technology Margus Arak

PLENARY SESSION   (Institute of Technology, room A204):

10.10 – 10.40

Microalgae: Recovery of valuable biomolecules – Prof. Michel Eppink, Wageningen University, Netherland

10.40 – 11.10

Biofuel production caught between political restrictions and advances in research – Prof. Alexander Jäger, University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria, Wels, Austria

11.10 – 11.40

Research and Innovation Roadmap for Smart Industries – Prof. Tauno Otto, Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia

11.40 –12.10

From Haze to Clarity – RAMP for Systematic Risk Management – Associate Professor Linda Rose, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden

12.10 – 13.00

LUNCH

at the main building of Estonian University of Life Sciences, 1 Kreutzwaldi Str., Tartu

Thursday

12.05.2016

AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING

(Institute of Technology,

room B136)

VEHICLES and FUELS

(Institute of Technology,

room B200)

BIOENERGY

(Institute of Technology,

room A204)

ERGONOMICS

&

ERGODESIGN

(Institute of Technology,

room A220)

13.00 – 15.00

Chair:

Prof. Jukka Ahokas

Chair:

Prof. Marcis Jansons

Chair:

Prof. Alexander Jäger

Chair:

Ass. Prof. Eda Merisalu

Performance Evaluation of TDR Soil Moisture Sensor – H. Kirnak, Y. Akpinar: Turkey

Optimization of vehicles’ trajectories by means of interpolation and approximation methods – D. Novák, J. Pavlovkin, V. Novák: Czech Republic

Model-based estimation of market potential for Bio-SNG in the German biomethane market until 2030 within a system dynamics approach – T. Horschig, E. Billig, D. Thraen: Germany

The ergonomic risk factors of agriculture sector in Latvia – I. Vanadzins, Z. Martinsone, I. Martinsone, A. Seile, J. Reste: Latvia

Realtime soil moisture measurement during field work – J. Ahokas, J. Tuure, A. Rammo: Finland & Iraq

Comparison of methods for fuel consumption measuring of vehicle – J. Pavlu, V. Jurca, Z. Ales, M. Pexa: Czech Republic

Realistic biomass gasification model including tar and char – V. Kirsanovs, D. Blumberga, A. Žandeckis : Latvia

The effect of repeatable throwing motion on the upper limb's functional condition of sport training – E. Tamm, T. Meerits, E. Merisalu, M. Pääsuke: Estonia

Freshwater sapropel (gyttja): Its description, properties and opportunities of use in contemporary agriculture – K. Stankevica, Z. Vincevica-Gaile, M. Klavins: Latvia

Link between static radial tire stiffness and the size of its contact surface and contact pressure – M. Kučera, M. Helexa, J. Čedík: Czech Republic

Biogas potential from animal waste of Marmara Region-Turkey – A. Ayhan: Turkey

Changes in Air Ions Concentration depending on Indoor Plants Activity – N. Sinicina, A. Martinovs: Latvia

Translocation of soil particles during primary soil tillage – J. Hula, P. Novak: Czech Republic

Development and analysis of a driving cycle to identify the effectiveness of the vacuum brake booster – D. Berjoza, V. Pirs, I. Dukulis, I. Jurgena: Latvia

Microalgae for biomethane production – V. Dubrovskis and I. Plume: Latvia

Ergonomics risk analysis in construction operations – H. Kalkis, Z. Roja, I. Reinholds, A. Cekuls: Latvia

The effect of soil tillage technologies on the surface of the infiltration speed of water into the soil – S. Kovář, P. Novak, P. Kovaříček, M. Kroulík: Czech Republic

Effect of gasoline contamination on the quality of arctic diesel fuel – V. Hönig, Z. Linhart, M. Orsák: Czech Republic

New constructs for ethanol production via cyanobacteria – H. Kahr, A. Jäger, F. Pfannerer, K. Krennhuber: Austria

Toxoplasma gondii, an overlooked parasite in the agricultural setting in Estonia – M. Tagel, B. Lassen, A. Viltrop, P. Takelainen: Estonia

Analysis of organic agricultural waste usage for fertilizer production – R. Mieldažys, E. Jotautiene, A. Pocius, A. Jasinskas: Lithuania

The influence of biobutanol on performance parameters of mobile generator – B. Peterka, M. Pexa, J. Čedík, Z. Aleš: Czech Republic

Explosive decompression pretreatment: nitrogen vs. compressed air – M. Raud, V. Rooni, T. Kikas: Estonia

Predictors and prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among sewing machine operators – M. Männaste, K. Hiir, E. Merisalu, A. Traumann: Estonia

Measurement of mulcher power input in relation to yield – F. Kumhála, J. Chyba, M. Pexa, J. Čedík: Czech Republic

Vehicle in-use tyre characteristics evaluation during winter driving training – J. Kreicbergs, G. Zalcmanis, A. Grislis: Latvia

Influence of mechanical pre–treatment on fermentable sugar production from lignocellulosic biomass – L. Mežule, M. Strods, B. Dalecka: Latvia

Dust pollution in the sport facilities – P. Kic: Czech Republic  

Use of thermal images for optimizing burner height, operating pressure, and burner angle of a weed flamer – N. Tursun, S. Arslan, D. Güleç, F. Kurtulmuş: Turkey

Evaluation of Conventional and Alternative Jet Fuel Surrogates in a Variable Compression Ratio Reciprocating Engine – M. Jansons, J. Rudzitis, J. Kreicbergs, M. Gailis: Latvia

The effect of sulphur content on B20 fuel stability – K. Sirviö, S. Niemi, S. Heikkilä, E. Hiltunen: Finland

OHSAS 18001 contribution to real and formal safety elements in safety management system in manufacturing – Õ. Paas, K. Reinhold, P. Tint: Estonia

Thursday

12.05.2016

13.00 – 15.00

LIVESTOCK  TECHNOLOGY

(Institute of Technology,

room A211)

Chair:

Prof. Marek Gaworski

PRODUCTION ENGINEERING

&

MODELLING

(Institute of Technology,

room A310)

Chair:

Prof. Tauno Otto

RENEWABLE ENERGY

&

AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGY

(Institute of Technology,

room A107)

Chair:

Prof. Andres Annuk

FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

(Institute of Technology,

room B119)

Chair:

PhD Helena Andreson and DSc Väino Poikalainen

Microclimatic conditions in the poultry houses – P. Kic: Czech Republic

Research on dynamic behaviour of structural adhesives – M. Müller, R. Choteborsky: Czech Republic

Optimization of a solar power station with LiFePO4 accumulators – V. Papez, S. Papezova: Czech Republic

Image analysis of the shapes and dimensions of Teff seeds (Eragrostis tef) – D. Herak: Czech Republic

Effect of cow traffic system and herd size on cow performance and automatic milking systems capacity – M. Gaworski, A. Leola, O. Sada, P. Kic and J. Priekulis: Poland

Electromagnetic shielding properties of ceramic spheres coated with paramagnetic metal – T. Koppel, A. Shishkin, I. Hussainova: Estonia

Low degradation of a-Si solar panels of the building integrated PV power plant in Prague historical area – M. Libra , T. Olšan, V. Avramov, V. Poulek: Czech Republic

Water and water clusters in biological systems – P. Laurson, U. Mäeorg: Estonia

Method to monitor sand amount changes in free-stall lying area for dairy cows – M. Gaworski and Á. Garreth Ferraz Rocha: Poland

Natural vibrations of stepped arches with cracks – J. Lellep, A. Liyvapuu: Estonia

Feasibility study of a local power supply system for sparsely populated areas in Estonia – T. Vaimann, A. Rassõlkin, A. Kallaste and M. Märss: Estonia

Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry study of lipids in northern berries – L. Klavins, J. Kviesis, I. Steinberga, L. Klavina, M. Klavins: Latvia

Aquaculture: problems and modern perspective on topical solution – M. Uspenskaya, M. Kremenevskaya, K. Volkova and O. Sosnina: Russia

Supply and processing of novel whole-crop raw materials for reinforced composites – H. -J. Gusovius, R. Rinberg, T. Brückner: Germany

Automated Measuring Station for Accumulator Testing – S. Papezova, V. Papez: Czech Republic

Developing a household vacuum cooking equipment, testing its performance on strawberry jam production and its comparison with atmospheric cooking – D. Tomruk, E. Devseren, M. Koç, Ö. Özdestan Ocak, H. Karataş, F. Kaymak-Ertekin: Turkey

Research in farm management technologies using the expert method – A. Laurs, Z. Markovics, J. Priekulis and A. Aboltins: Latvia

Development of belt sorters smoothly adjustable belt drums – K. Soots, T. Leemet, K. Tops and J. Olt: Estonia

Correlation between temperatures of air, heat carrier liquid and seabed sediment in renewable low energy network – A. Mäkiranta , J.B. Martinkauppi, E. Hiltunen: Finland

Total phenols and antioxidant capacity of hull-less barley and hull-less oats – Z. Kruma, L. Tomsone, R. Galoburda, E. Straumite, A. Kronberga and M. Åssveen: Latvia

Determination of spatial distribution of ammonia levels in broiler houses - B. Cemek, E. Kucuktopcu and Y. Demir: Turkey

Mechanical and physical properties of thermally modified wood flour reinforced polypropylene composites – H. Kallakas, M. Martin, T. Poltimäe, A. Krumme, J. Kers: Estonia

Operation reliability of induction motors at egg processing plant “Balticovo” – A. Gedzurs: Latvia

Effects of germination on total phenol compounds and radical scavenging activity in hull-less spring cereals and tritikale – Z. Kruma, L. Tomsone, T. Kince, R. Galoburda, S. Senhofa, M. Sabovics, E. Straumite and I. Sturite: Latvia

Cellular tubular structures from perforated metallic tape and its application – I. Boiko, V. Mironovs, M. Lisicins, T. Koppel: Latvia

Electrical field based detection of fruits and vegetables for robotized horticulture – V. Osadcuks, A. Pecka: Latvia

Effect of heat treatment at constant 120 °C temperature on the rheological and technological properties of pork – A. Põldvere, A. Tänavots, R. Saar, S. Sild, L. Lepasalu: Estonia

Study on impact strength of sisal fibres reinforced epoxy composites using experimental methods – P. Valášek: Czech Republic

Effect of conductive ink on transfer characteristics of pressure into electric signal for tactile sensors – J. Volf, V. Novák, V. Ryzhenko: Czech Republic

The application of green tea extract as a source of antioxidants in the processing of dairy products – T. Evstigneeva, N. Skvortsova and R. Yakovleva: Russia

15.00 – 16.30

COFFEE BREAK, room B135

POSTER SESSIONS (Institute of Technology, room B135)

AGRICLUTURAL ENGINEERING, PRECISION AGRICLUTURE

Soil Physical Characteristics and Soil-Tillage  Implement Draft Assessment – P. Šarec, N. Žemlickova: Czech Republic

The effect of pre-planting thermal treatment of seed tubers on the yield and quality of potato - Viachelsav Eremeev, Berit Tein, Peeter Lääniste, Erkki Mäeorg, Jaan Kuht: Estonia

Distribution of mating types, metalaxyl sensitivity and virulence races of Phytophthora infestans in Estonia - E. Runno-Paurson*, A. Aav, R. Kiiker and M. Hansen: Estonia

Soil weed seed bank at the end of conversion period to organic production - Jaan Kuht, Viacheslav Eremeev, Berit Tein, Liina Talgre, Merili Toom, Erkki Mäeorg, Anne Luik: Estonia

Relationship between precompression stress and rut depth on different soil types in Estonia – K. Vennik, P. Kukk, K. Krebstein, E. Reintam: Estonia

The effect of fertilizer and growing season on tuber dry matter and nitrate content in potato - Reijo Simson, Luule Tartlan, Edvin Nugis and Viacheslav Eremeev: Estonia

Influence of shape of knives on energy loss during mulching – J. Čedík, M. Pexa, J. Chyba, Z. Vondrašek, R. Pražan: Czech Republic

The influence of basic soil tillage methods and weather conditions on the yield of spring barley in forest-steppe conditions – N. Borys, A. Küüt: Ukraine/Estonia

Estimate of energy intensity of mulching – J. Čedík, M. Pexa, R. Pražan: Czech Republic

Soil microbiological activity in the context of tillage system and crop rotation – L. Dubova, A. Ruža, I. Alsina: Latvia

Dependence of digestate briquettes mechanical and sorption properties on represented particle size – I. Černá, J. Pecen, T. Ivanova: Czech Republic

Mechanical harvesting in traditional olive orchards: Olipicker case study – B. Bernardi, S. Benalia, A. Fazari, G. Zimbalatti, T. Stillitano, A. I. De Luca: Italy

Determination of areas with drainage problems on coastal region in Carşamba Plain, Turkey using different interpolation methods – H. Arslan: Turkey

Domestic wastewater treatment in rural parts of turkey (natural treatment systems – constructed wetlands) – Z. Gokalp, B. Cakmak, S. Karaman: Turkey

Characteristics of natural tuff storages in Nevsehir (Cappadokia) region of Turkey – S. Karaman, Z. Gokalp: Turkey

Accumulation of Cd, Cr, Cu, Ni and Zn in rapeseed (Brassica napus L.) under the treatment with nitrogen fertilizers – A. Kasiuliene, V. Paulauskas, J. Kumpiene: Lithuania

Precision Apiculture approach for improving bee colony management – A. Zacepins, A. Kviesis: Latvia

Application of Artificial Neural Networks for Honey Bee Swarming identification – A. Kviesis, A. Zacepins: Latvia

Microbial communities in the rhizosphere of chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.): methagenome analysis – O. Shcherbakova: Russia

Bacterial endophytes of grapevine (Vitis vinifera L.): isolation, characterization and detection in treated plants – S. Mulina: Russia

Importance of Monitoring and Evaluation for the Success of Land Consolidation Projects - Kemal Sulhi Gündogdu, S. Tulin Akkaya Aslan, Muge Kirmikil: Turkey

Optimization of the filtrate generated from acidogenic fermentation of poultry manure for polyhydroxyalkanoate production through struvite precipitation – M. Altun, F. Tufaner, A. S. Erturk: Turkey

15.00 – 16.30

VEHICLES AND FUELS

Measuring the mobility parameters of tree-length forwarding systems using GPS technology in the Southern Italy forestry – G. Macrì, G. Zimbalatti, A.R. Proto, D. Russo: Italy

Carbon Dioxide Emissions of Wind Machine Operating – O. Taskin, A. Vardar: Turkey

Influence of biofuel moisture content on combustion and emission characteristics of stove – D. Černý, J. Malaťák, J. Bradna: Czech Republic

Speed limits and their impact on emissions production and fuel consumption – M. Kotek, P. Jindra, J. Mařík: Czech Republic

15.00 – 16.30

BIOENERGY

Biogas production from sugar rich wastes – V. Dubrovskis and I. Plume: Latvia

Significance of material recycling of waste paper for its subsequent utilization – I. Balada, V. Altmann and N. Žemličková: Czech Republic

Identification of kinetics parameters of wheat straw and sugar beet pulp hydrolysis with sulphurous acid – V. Emelyanov, M. Kharina, I. Loginova, L. Kleshchevnikov, M. Shulaev: Russia

Analysis and evaluation of the waste management in municipality – M. Mimra, R. Renfus, M. Kavka: Czech Republic

Applying Simultaneously Encapsulation/ Dehydration and Cryopreservation Method For Long-Term Storage Of Cyanobacteria – M. Conk Dalay, C. Demirkaya, E. Imamoglu, Z. Demirel: Turkey

Effect of cryopreserved Haematococcus cells on astaxanthin production in airlift photobioreactor – E. Imamoglu, Z. Demirel, M. Conk Dalay: Turkey

Diatom Cultivation and Lipid productivity for Non-cryopreserved and Cryopreserved Cells – Z. Demirel, M. Conk Dalay, E. Imamoglu, C. Demirkaya: Turkey

The Effects of Cryopreservation on The Fatty Acid Production of Microalgae – Z. Demirel, C. Demirkaya, N. Demirci, E. Imamoglu, M. Conk Dalay: Turkey

Combustion of briquettes from oversize components from composting process – J. Malaťák, J. Bradna, J. Velebil: Czech Republic

The ash from wheat straw combustion as a soil amendment – J. Malaťák, J. Bradna, J. Velebil: Czech Republic

Energetic value of hydrothermally carbonized brewer’s spent grain – J. Velebil, J. Malatak, J. Bradna: Czech Republic

Washed-out marine brown macroalgae Fucus vesiculosus as substrate for anaerobic digestion: biological methane potential batch tests – L. Pastare, F. Romagnoli: Latvia

Mechanical durability of digestate briquettes in different storage conditions – A. Brunerová, J. Pecen, M. Brožek, T. Ivanova: Czech Republic

Energy wood willows and ground vegetation – I. Pučka, D. Lazdina, I. Bebre: Latvia

Main limitations of hydrolysed hay sugar content analysis by HPLC RI technique  - K. Tihomirova, B. Dalecka, L. Mezule: Latvia

Small- and medium-scale biogas plants in Sri Lanka: Case study on flue gas analysis of biogas cookers – H. Roubík, J. Mazancová: Czech Republic

Methodology for determining the mixing ratio of selected solid recovered fuels for energy recovery - V. Malijonytė, E. Dace, F. Romagnoli, M. Gedrovics: Latvia

Potential use of macroalgae Fucus vesiculosus for bioenergy production in Latvia: A Review - K. Balina, F. Romagnoli, D. Blumberga: Latvia

The evaluation of biomass yield and quality of Phalaris arundinacea and Festulolium using bioenergy waste products as fertilisers – S. Rancāne, A. Kārkliņš, D. Lazdina, P. Bērziņš, A. Bārdule, A. Butlers, A. Lazdiņš: Latvia

15.00 – 16.30

PRODUCTION ENGINEERING, ENGINEERING DESIGN AND MODELLING, ENGINEERING EDUCATION

Production of Crumb Rubber — Iron Powder Mixture for perspective synthesis of Carbon-Iron powder sorbent – V. Mironovs , O. Ozernovs, I. Jevmenovs, V. Lapkovskis, D. Golyandin: Latvia

Effect of porosity on the performance of cutting ceramics - V. Maksarov, A. Khalimonenko, J. Olt: Russia/Estonia

Improving fretting resistance of heavily loaded friction machine parts using a modified polymer composition - V. Krasnyy, V. Maksarov, J. Olt: Russia/Estonia

Water vapour transmission properties of linseed oil paint – A. Ruus, R. Semjakin, K. Kirtsi, E. Tungel: Estonia

15.00 –

16.30

RENEWABLE ENERGY & POWER ENGINEERING & AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGY

Intrusion and hold-up alarm systems and their reliability of glass break detection – J. Hart, V. Hartova: Czech Republic

Numerical Modelling of Transient Phenomena in a Synchronous Machine – Z. Vondrášek: Czech Republic

New security elements in biometric systems and systems I&HAS – J. Hart, V. Hartova: Czech Republic

Development of a system for locating of persons by triangulation – J. Hart, V. Hartova: Czech Republic

Support scheme for CHP and its sensitivity on heat wasting – R. Nedela, R. Nedela: Czech Republic

Analysis of rapid temperature changes – M. Hromasova, M. Linda: Czech Republic

Basic Theory and Methods for Managing Energy Efficiency in Consumer Systems - V. Karpov, T. Kabanen, Z. Sh. Yuldashev, A. Nemtsev, I. Nemtsev: Estonia/Russia

Methodology for determining the mixing ratio of selected solid recovered fuels - V. Malijonytė, E. Dace, F. Romagnoli, M. Gedrovics: Latvia/Lithuania

Practical usage of additional heat from biogas plant – M. Bloch-Michalik, M. Gaworski: Poland

15.00 – 16.30

LIVESTOCK TECHNOLOGY

The human factor impact on the process of milking – M. Prikryl, P. Vaculik, L. Chladek, L. Libich and P. Smetanova: Czech Republic

Determination of the physical properties of different types of milk claws and air leaks in the claw according to rotameter-milk bucket methods – H. Unal and H. Erdogan: Turkey

An approach for determination of quality in hay bale and halage – A. Ince, Y. Vurarak and S.M. Say: Turkey

Choosing and evaluation of milking parlours for dairy farms in Estonia – O. Sada, A. Leola, P. Kic: Czech Republic & Estonia

Use of automatic system for pig feed consumption control – L. Paura and D. Jonkus: Latvia

The efficient management of straw-bedding solid manure – T. Leola: Estonia

Determination of Current Location of Animal Barns and Establishment of a Data Base by GIS: Study Case for Akçalar Village in Bursa – S. Uguz, B. Keskin, E. Şimşek: Turkey

The impact of differently solved machine lines and work procedures of feeding and bedding on dust concentration in stables for dairy cows – J. Vegricht and J. Šimon: Czech Republic

15.00 – 16.30

ERGONOMICS

Ventilation and microclimatic conditions in the laboratory of adhesive bonding – A. Krofová, P. Kic: Czech Republic

Mastering Control of Unknown Systems in Passenger Cars According to Driver Skills /Ability to Handle Unfamiliar Systems in Passenger Cars According to Driver Skills – M. Hruška, P. Jindra: Czech Republic

Comparison of reliability of monocriterial and multi-criteria of biometric identification systems – V. Hartová, J. Hart: Czech Republic

Integrating Ergonomics Principles and Workplace Health Protection and Promotion in improving safety and health at work - evidence from Estonia – K. Kuimet, M. Järvis, A. Virovere: Estonia

Electromagnetic fields’ exposure to head, torso and limbs in office workplaces – I. Vilcane, T. Koppel, H. Kalkis, V. Urbane, I. Ievins: Latvia

Improvement of managers’ knowledge in prevention of musculoskeletal disorders development in industrial and office-work – V. Pille, P. Tint: Estonia

Safety climate in Estonian elderly nursing homes: A nationwide survey using the NOSACQ-50 Questionnaire - Jaana Sepp, Marina Järvis, Karin Reinhold: Estonia

Improvement of health and safety management at enterprises – G. Hrenov, P. Tint, K. Reinhold: Estonia

Comparative study of the noise levels: impact of renovation – S. Kalle, J. Paju: Estonia

15.00 – 16.30

FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

The temperature changes of barley malt during its disintegration on a two roller mill – P. Vaculik, L. Chladek, M. Prikryl, A. Smejtkova and P. Brany: Czech Republic

Influence of the Packaging Material on the Quality Parameters of Tobacco during Ageing – L. Skarkova, A. Smejtkova, D. Satrudinov and P. Vaculik: Czech Republic   

Differences in cadmium accumulation and induced changes in root anatomical structures in plants used for food – V. Alle, U. Kondratovics, A. Osvalde and M. Vikmane: Latvia

The influence of heat transfer coefficient on moisture evaporation rate during the cooling of fresh baked white pan bread – A. Pastukhov: Russia

The content of minerals in milk of small ruminants – T. Michlová, A. Hejtmánková, H. Dragounová, and Š. Horníčková: Czech Republic

The hygienic and nutritional quality of milk from Saanen goats bred in the Moravian-Silesian region – T. Michlová, H. Dragounová, R. Seydlová and A. Hejtmánková: Czech Republic

Extraction of biologically active compounds from fruit, berry and grain grist using ViscoStar 150L enzyme complex – N. V. Barakova, N. N. Skvortsova, N. Y. Sharova: Russia

Egg yolk oil as a source of bioactive compounds for infant nutrition – A. Kovalcuks, M. Duma: Latvia

The influence of microelements selenium and copper on the rye malt amylase activity and flour technological properties – K. Antoņenko, M. Duma, V. Kreicbergs, D. Kunkulberga: Latvia

Changes in the total phenol content in the industrial potato peel wastes during the storage – I. Shepelev, R. Galoburda, T. Kince: Latvia

Modelling of impact parameters for nondestructive evaluation of firmness of greenhouse tomatoes – K. K. Vursavus, Z. Kesilmis: Turkey

Effect of lovage phenolics to formation of acrylamide in French fries – S. Kampuse, L. Tomsone, Z. Krūma, M. Šabovics and I. Skrabule: Latvia

Extruded pea product physical and chemical properties – L. Strauta, S. Muižniece-Brasava, I. Gedrovica: Latvia

Nitrogen effect on winter wheat wholemeal protein content and rheological properties – A. Liniņa, A. Ruža, D. Kunkulberga: Latvia

Grain processing by enzymes to increase bioavailability of minerals in cereals – E. A. Kuznetsova, V. Y. Zomitev and E. A. Kuznetsova: Russia

Winter wheat grain baking quality depending on environmental conditions and fertilizer – I. Skudra and A. Ruza: Latvia

Effect of sowing date on oil, protein and glucosinolate concentration of winter oilseed rape (Brassica napus L.) – P. Lääniste, V. Eremeev, E. Mäeorg, J. Jõudu: Estonia

Partial Purification of β–glucosidase enzyme from soybean (Glycine max) and determination of inhibitory effects two quercetin derivatives on enzyme activity – A. C. Olcay, G. Bilir, Ö. Taş, M. Deniz and D. Ekinci: Turkey

15.00 – 16.30

AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS

Investigations about the impact of norms of the fertilisers and cultivars upon the crop capacity biomass of industrial hemp – A. Adamovics, S. Ivanovs and V. Stramkale: Latvia

Pilot study of variability on demand and knowledge concerning organic food on an example of two Polish regions – N. Kamińska, M. Gaworski, P. Kaźmierska and A.M. Klepacka: Poland

Methodological challenges in research of Vidzeme rural areas – G. Krumins, I. Krumina, S. Rozentale: Latvia

Thursday

12.05.2016

16.30 –

18.30

AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING

(Institute of Technology,

room B136)

VEHICLES and FUELS

(Institute of Technology,

room B200)

BIOENERGY

(Institute of Technology,

room A204)

ERGONOMICS

(Institute of Technology,

room A220)

Chair:

Assoc. Prof. Selcuk Arslan

Chair:

Ass. Prof. Arne Küüt

Chair:

Prof. Michel Eppink

Chair:

Prof. Mati Pääsuke

Seed passage speed through short delivery tubes at precise seeding – M. Kroulik, J. Hula, A. Rybka, I. Honzik: Czech Republic

The water content in the engine oil by using E85 – K. Veselá, M. Pexa, J. Pavlů: Czech Republic

Efficient use of arable land for energy: Comparison of cropping natural fibre plants and energy plants – T. Hoffmann, R. Pecenka, H.-J. Gusovius, J. Budde: Germany

The impact of information technologies upon the social interaction culture among employees in Latvian enterprises – A. Cekuls, H. Kalkis, Z. Roja: Latvia

Current situation and future of trends in vineyard floor management – T. Yezekyan: Armenia

Detection and characterization of wear particles of universal tractor oil using a particles size analyser –       M. Kučera, Z. Aleš, M. Pexa: Czech Republic

Investigations of fibre plant preparation and utilization of solid biofuels – D. Streikus, A. Jasinskas, M. Arak, E. Jotautiene, R. Mieldažyas, S. Čekanauskas, Z. Jankauskienė: Lithuania & Estonia

Transport route segments and stress effect on drivers – R. Zewdie, P. Kic: Czech Republic

New design of roller separation line and its effect on the separation of hop matter – M. Krupička, A. Rybka: Czech Republic  

Effect of different biofuels to particulate matters production –        P. Jindra, M. Kotek, J. Mařík, M. Vojtíšek: Czech Republic

Mechanical durability and water absorption of pellets made from different tree species - a case study – K. Makovskis, D. Lazdina, A. Arsanica, V. Solodovnik, U. Daugavietis: Latvia

Pulse-video method for determining the workload and energy expenditure for assessing of work environment – A. Nautras, B. Reppo, J. Kuzmin: Estonia

Fruit  drying  process  investigation  in infrared  film  dryer – A. Aboltins, J. Palabinskis: Latvia

Smoke and NOX emissions of combustion engine using biofuels – M. Pexa, J. Čedík, R. Pražan: Czech Republic

Impact of browsing damages on growth and quality of Silver birch plantations in Latvia – L. Sisenis, B. Dzerina, K. Udris, M. Purins, J. Katrevics: Latvia

Software Development for Qualimetrical Ergonomics of a Workplace – D. Maksimov, H. Kalkis: Latvia

Identification of worm-damaged chestnuts using impact acoustics and support vector machine – F. Kurtulmuş, S. Öztüfekçi, İ. Kavdir: Turkey

Study of prior art of free-piston engine – V. Raide: Estonia

Frost-tolerance and selection of the commercial poplar clones for agroforestry systems in Latvia – D. Lazdina, S. Senhofa, M. Zeps, K. Makovskis, I. Bebre, A. Jansons: Latvia

Telework as a possibility to prevent psychosocial stress from ICT use –  R. Arvola, P. Tint, Ü. Kristjuhan and V. Siirak: Estonia

Productivity of Vimek 404 T5 harvester and Vimek 610 forwarder in early thinning – A. Lazdinš, A. Zimelis, U. Prindulis, S. Kaleja: Latvia

The impact of bioethanol fuel blends on piston engine exhaust gases – A. Vlasov: Estonia

The effect of ash fertilization on tree biomass growth and soil nutrient availability – A. Lupikis, Z.Libiete, A. Bardule, A. Lazdins: Latvia

Group 0 to 0+ child restraint system usage in Estonia – V. Strelovskaja, E. Pabo, I. Ploomipuu: Estonia

Productivity and cost of biofuel in ditch cleaning operations using tracked excavator based harvester – A. Zimelis, G. Spalva, G. Saule, A. Lazdinš: Latvia

Intra-annual dynamics of height growth of Norway spruce in Latvia – U. Neimane, Z. Katrevica, M. Purins, J. Kalnins, A. Adamovics: Latvia

Strenght potential of lateral pinch activities: a work in progress – M. Reinvee, V. Luik: Estonia

Influence of lammas shoots on height of young Scots pines in Latvia – A. Jansons, U. Neimane, B. Dzerina, A. Adamovics: Latvia  

Comparison of musculoskeletal discomfort in female office workers and supermarket cashiers – T. Sirge, J. Ereline, T. Kums, H. Gapeyeva, M. Pääsuke: Estonia

16.30 –

18.30

PRECISION AGRICULTURE

(Institute of Technology,

room A107)

Chair:

Ass. Prof. Eugen Kokin

PRODUCTION ENGINEERING

&

MODELLING

(Institute of Technology,

room A310)

Chair:

PhD Tõnu Leemet

AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS

(Institute of Technology,

room B119)

Chair:

PhD Iivi Riivits-Arkonsuo

Technical and software solutions for autonomous unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) navigation in case of unavailable GPS signal – M. Dlouhy, J. Lev, M. Kroulik: Czech Republic

Mechanical properties of polymer matrix composites filled with Jatropha Curcal L. – P. Hrabe, M. Müller, C. Mizera: Czech Republic

Ethics audit as a marketing instrument and its potential for organic farming – M. Ojasoo and A. Leppiman: Estonia

Awareness and adoption of precision agriculture in the Cukurova region of Turkey – M. Keskin, Y. E. Sekerli: Turkey

Low-cyclic fatigue test of adhesive bond reinforced with glass fibre fabric  – J. Zavrtálek, M. Müller, V. Šleger: Czech Republic

Fertilizer use efficiency impact on GHG emissions in the Latvian crop sektor – A. Lēnerts, D. Popluga, K. Naglis-Liepa and P. Rivža: Latvia

Comparison of different chlorophylls determination methods for leafy vegetables – I. Alsina, M. Dūma, L. Dubova, A. Šenberga, S. Daģis: Latvia

Utilisation of industrial steel wastes in polymer composite design and its agricultural applications – M. Lisicins, V. Lapkovskis, V. Mironovs: Latvia  

Quality labels in Estonian food market. Do the labels matter? – I. Riivits-Arkonsuo, A. Leppiman and J. Hartšenko: Estonia

Segmented capacitance sensor and first tests of inverse problem solution – J. Lev, M. Wohlmuthová: Czech Republic  

Hybrid aspen clone wood mechanical properties – M. Zeps, A. Gailis, J. Smilga, O. Miezite, L. Sisenis and I. Zariņa: Latvia

The construct of value in knowledge-intensive business service from customer’s perspective. An example of a long-term training activity – J. Kukk and A. Leppiman: Estonia

Mapping of Some Soil Properties due to Precision Irrigation in Agriculture – K. E. Temizel: Turkey

Determination of the heat flux of steel for the heat treatment model of agricultural tools – A. Kešner, R. Chotěborský, M. Linda: Czech Republic

Assessment of the economic value of cattle slurry and biogas digestate used on grassland – K. Kall, Ü. Roosmaa and R. Viiralt: Estonia

Precision Apiculture approach for improving bee colony management – A. Zacepins, A. Kviesis: Latvia

Influence of dust pollution in the laboratory on the strength of adhesive bond – A. Krofová, P. Kic, M. Müller: Czech Republic

Development possibilities of rural area in Vidzeme region: comparison to other regions of Latvia and analysis – I. Krumina, G. Krumins, S. Rozentale and H. Kalkis: Latvia

Bacterial endophytes of grapevine and conifers as promising objects for agriculture and forestry – A. Shcherbakov: Russia

Determination of chemical content of soil particle for abrasive wear test – R. Chotěborský, M. Linda: Czech Republic

Economic considerations for using sexed semen on Holstein cows and heifers in Estonia – A. Remmik, J. Naaber and R. Värnik: Estonia

Relaxation and creep behaviour of false banana’s fibre (Ensete ventricosum) – C. Mizera, D. Herak: Czech Republic

Performance trends  as a prerequisite for smart growth in Latvia rural territories – B. Rivza, M. Kruzmetra, V. Zaluksne: Latvia

Thursday

12.05.2016

Time

19.00

OFFICIAL CONFERENCE DINNER at Restaurant Atlantis, 2 Narva Str., Tartu

http://www.atlantis.ee/

Friday

13.05.2016

10.30

11.00

EXCURSION:

Ilmatsalu Biogas Station (Start at Institute of Technology)

OR

Tartu City Tour (Gathering at Town Hall)