In a method for error correcting a data signal that is transmitted via a channel and contains data blocks with associated error checking information, the data signal is first equalized, with calculated soft-bit information. A new pattern can be derived from a base pattern, wherein the new pattern can be used to form a stent scaffold from a precursor tube having an outer diameter ODPR smaller than that needed for the base pattern. The voting application then sends a vote package with the vote identification value and the gathered voting information, and the vote package is validated to ensure that the vote identification value matches the vote identification value matches. The upper storage electrode functions as a reflection electrode.