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Design principles of a novel Multifunctional Operation Station (MOS) using Augmented Reality (AR) technology (MOSAR) are proposed in this paper. AR-based design allows more ergonomic remote instrument control in real time in contrast to classical instrument-centered interfaces. Another advantage is its hierarchical software structure including multiple programming interpreters. The MOSAR approach is illustrated with a remote surgical operating station that controls intelligent surgical instruments. The implementation of the Operation Station (MOS) is based on the multiplatform open-source library Tcl/Tk, and an AR extension has been developed on a Unity platform, using Vuforia SDK.

The article presents investigations in the area of the analysis of heterogeneous biological tissues using tools based on mechanical stimulations. Some known tissue mechanical models are presented along with one approach for specifying the tissue internal structure by measuring mechanical macro parameters of the research tools. The methodology of micro and macro stimulation is described and the construction of an experimental model of a smart laparoscopic tool for its realization is presented.

The paper reviews consists an innovation system of two layers -- process-oriented and service-oriented. The process-oriented layer is responsible for carrying out of an innovation process. Its development reflects the way of performance of an innovation. If it ensures the realization of the specific innovation style, it is regarded as innovation platform that is the foreground of the innovation system. The service-oriented layer supports the occurrence of an innovation. It is considered as system's background.

Decision-making support strategy is an important factor that determines a top-down approach to development of Decision-Making Support Systems (DMSS). This strategy depends on the objective that has to be achieved in supporting of decision maker. Since it is known four major objectives, the authors have defined the following strategies: problem formulation-driven, decision model-driven, decision-driven and decision implementation driven. Respectively, this article presents a categorization of decision making support and an application of an innovative approach to decision making. It combines two strategies -- model-driven and decision-driven. The decision-driven DMSS concerns decision aiding that is considered in the context of Personal Decision Analysis (PDA). This article presents a decision technology, that is suitable for realization of PDA decision tool quantifying personnel judgment. The authors have demonstrate this system engineering value driven approach within determination of the equilibrium points in the competitive trading modeled by the Edgworth box. The contract curves and the trading equilibrium in the Edgworth box are specified on the individual consumers' preferences.

Modern technologies provide tools for development infrastructure platforms for implementation of e-Learning practices and digital libraries. This article presents alternative forms of access to education and ICT assisted new methods for adoption, perception and acquiring knowledge. An application of ICT in classical pedagogical tools to achieve an educational process of higher quality is discussed. The new tools offered by ICT enable a completely new design of learning resources, enriched with a variety of colours, shapes, animation, simulation, etc. and offer a possibility for expanding the volume of presented learning material and information. Thus, even the most boring subject matter can be made interesting and understandable, and the performance can be adapted to the specific characteristics of each learner. In this way, all students regardless of their learning habits and style, as well as personal preferences can choose the most effective way for them to master the subject matter. ICT supported pedagogical approaches that increase the effectiveness of teaching and training, and encourage students are presented.

Application of computers and information technologies has radically changed technology of learning. It is important how effectively it is used. The full potential of technology-enhanced learning is revealed in delivering personalized and individualized learning. Clearly, it is not just a technology innovation that drives development of e-learning. People need to get new information and knowledge that are fast changing. For everyone who needs education the most effective way is teaching on demand, but that is expensive. To exploit ICT capabilities for building and delivering aforesaid, personalized and individualized learning is a cost-effective way to achieve better education. The paper presents an overview of computer-aided teaching methods used for adaptation and personalization of learning resources according to the student's psychology and cognitive profile, their interest and learning background. In addition, tools and techniques for adaptation to user's preferences for appearance of learning environment and representation of learning content are mentioned.