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Emergency Material Scheduling Based On Discrete Shuffled Frog Leaping Algorithm, Xiaoning Shen, Zhongpei Ge, Chengbin Yao, Liyan Song, Yufang Wang 2024 School of Automation, Nanjing University of Information Science & Technology, Nanjing 210044, China; Jiangsu Collaborative Innovation Center of Atmospheric Environment and Equipment Technology, Nanjing 210044, China; Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Big Data Analysis Technology, Nanjing 210044, China;

Emergency Material Scheduling Based On Discrete Shuffled Frog Leaping Algorithm, Xiaoning Shen, Zhongpei Ge, Chengbin Yao, Liyan Song, Yufang Wang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: A mathematical model of emergency material scheduling after earthquakes is built. The model evaluates the emergency degree of each disaster area based on the disaster situation and designs a method to split the demand of the disaster area, improving the efficiency of vehicle utilization. To solve the model, this paper proposes a discrete shuffled frog leaping algorithm with multi-resource learning. The multiple information sources introduced by the proposed algorithm can expand the search direction and reduce the assimilation speed of the population in the algorithm. Second, the worst individual in each subgroup can learn the effective information in the …


Combat Effectiveness Evaluation Method Of Homogeneous Cluster Equipment System Based On Rlomag+Eas, Guohui Zhang, Ang Gao, Ya'nan Zhang 2024 Department of Information and Communication, Academy of Army Armored Force, Beijing 100072, China

Combat Effectiveness Evaluation Method Of Homogeneous Cluster Equipment System Based On Rlomag+Eas, Guohui Zhang, Ang Gao, Ya'nan Zhang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: The equipment system is the reflection of the combat system from the perspective of equipment. The research on the combat effectiveness evaluation of the equipment system is of great practical significance for the optimization, construction, and development of the equipment system. Cluster equipment combat system confrontation is characterized by large-scale, highly dynamic and strong confrontation, and it is difficult to directly evaluate combat effectiveness with traditional methods. Aiming at the single task homogeneous cluster equipment system (such as UAV reconnaissance swarm and ground unmanned platform fire assault cluster), this paper regards the confrontation process of equipment system as the …


Optimization On Cold Chain Distribution Routes Considering Carbon Emissions Based On Improved Ant Colony Algorithm, Huifang Bao, Jie Fang, Jinsi Zhang, Chuansheng Wang 2024 School of Electrical and Photoelectric Engineering, West Anhui University, Luan 237012, China

Optimization On Cold Chain Distribution Routes Considering Carbon Emissions Based On Improved Ant Colony Algorithm, Huifang Bao, Jie Fang, Jinsi Zhang, Chuansheng Wang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: As the comprehensive distribution cost is not considered comprehensively in the current cold chain distribution route optimization, this paper builds a path optimization model to minimize the comprehensive distribution cost. The model combines with the characteristics of fresh distribution, and comprehensively considers the transportation cost, carbon emission, refrigeration, cargo damage and time window constraints during cold chain transportation. Then, an improved ant colony algorithm is designed to solve this model. At the initial stage, the genetic algorithm is adopted to generate the initial pheromone, and then the ant colony algorithm is applied to conduct the subsequent optimization search. The …


Recursive Subspace-Based Model Refinement Method For Digital Twin Of Thermal Power Unit, Yanbo Zhao, Yuanli Cai, Huaizhong Hu 2024 School of Automation Science & Engineering, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710049, China

Recursive Subspace-Based Model Refinement Method For Digital Twin Of Thermal Power Unit, Yanbo Zhao, Yuanli Cai, Huaizhong Hu

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Due to factors such as simplified assumptions or equipment characteristic deviation, modeling errors are inevitable in the mechanism modeling of thermal power units. To deal with the problem, this paper proposes a novel model refinement method based on recursive subspace for the digital twin of thermal power units. Firstly, the digital twin models are built based on mechanism analysis and combined with small sample data of typical conditions, ensuring interpretability and generalization performance. Secondly, based on the recursive subspace identification method, the refinement model is built and updated online in real time to compensate for the modeling error, improving …


Driving Method Of Virtual Multi-Person Disassembly And Assembly Task For Aeroengine, Qiuwei Zeng, Zhaoyong Hu, Zhile Wang, Ruilin Zhang, Gang Zou 2024 Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China

Driving Method Of Virtual Multi-Person Disassembly And Assembly Task For Aeroengine, Qiuwei Zeng, Zhaoyong Hu, Zhile Wang, Ruilin Zhang, Gang Zou

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: To meet the needs of virtual multi-person collaborative disassembly and assembly system for different disassembly and assembly tasks, this paper proposes a data-driven method with configurable task sequence. Taking an aeroengine prototype as the research object, the paper studies the task elements of multi-person collaborative disassembly and assembly. It parameterizes and expresses the task based on JSON (JavaScript object notation) and drives the task sequence by JSON parametrical files, defining the interactive operation of each task step. The practice shows that this method is applied to the multi-person collaborative disassembly and assembly system, which makes the system configurable and …


Result Validation Method Of Simulation Models Based On Piecewise Feature Extraction, Yucheng Luo, Ming'en Zhang, Fei Liu, Yingbo Lu, Feng Ye 2024 School of Software Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China

Result Validation Method Of Simulation Models Based On Piecewise Feature Extraction, Yucheng Luo, Ming'en Zhang, Fei Liu, Yingbo Lu, Feng Ye

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Verification, validation, and accreditation (VV&A) is a key means to ensure the credibility of simulation models, and model validation is the core link. In view of the unavailability of reference data, various sources of reference data, and strong subjectivity of expert validation in the result validation of the missile flight simulation model, a result validation method for the missile flight simulation model based on piecewise feature extraction of time series was proposed. Specifically, a comprehensive piecewise linear method for time series was first proposed. The method consisted of a linear piecewise algorithm based on the second-order derivative for extracting …


Obstacle Avoidance Motion In Mobile Robotics, Yunchao Tang, Shaojun Qi, Lixue Zhu, Xianrong Zhuo, Yunqi Zhang, Fan Meng 2024 Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan 523419, China; Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou 510650, China

Obstacle Avoidance Motion In Mobile Robotics, Yunchao Tang, Shaojun Qi, Lixue Zhu, Xianrong Zhuo, Yunqi Zhang, Fan Meng

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: The advancement of artificial intelligence technology has significantly enhanced the utilization of mobile robots in various fields such as industry, aerospace, and agriculture. The autonomous obstacle avoidance capability of these robots is crucial to the safety and efficiency of their operations in diverse settings. Path planning, a key technology in obstacle avoidance, plays an essential role in the overall performance of these systems. This paper presents a comprehensive review of path planning technology for mobile robots, categorizing the algorithms into global planning and local obstacle avoidance according to their operational requirements. Specific focus is given to the global planning …


Intelligent Airport Crowd Management Technology Based On Digital Twin, Jinghui Zhong, Yutian Lin, Wenqiang Li, Wentong Cai 2024 School of Computer Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510000, China

Intelligent Airport Crowd Management Technology Based On Digital Twin, Jinghui Zhong, Yutian Lin, Wenqiang Li, Wentong Cai

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Given the need for intelligent emergency control and management of airport crowds, a smart control scheme for airport crowds based on digital twin is proposed. The scheme constructs an integrated crowd control system framework with four dimensions, including digital layer, modeling layer, functional layer, and application layer. It discusses and demonstrates the application effect of five important application modules. By using a data-driven crowd simulation model and intelligent optimization algorithm, the proposed scheme realizes the dynamic prediction and control optimization of the airport crowd status. The scheme can effectively improve the efficiency and intelligence level of airport crowd control …


Multi-Uav Collaborative Trajectory Planning Algorithm For Urban Ultra-Low-Altitude Air Transportation Scenario, Jie Cheng, Yuan Zheng, Chenglong Li, Bo Jiang 2024 College of Air Traffic Management, Civil Aviation Flight University of China, Guanghan 618307, China

Multi-Uav Collaborative Trajectory Planning Algorithm For Urban Ultra-Low-Altitude Air Transportation Scenario, Jie Cheng, Yuan Zheng, Chenglong Li, Bo Jiang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: The rapid development of the drone industry has promoted the opening of low-altitude, forming a wave of ultra-low-altitude air transportation in cities sweeping over the world. However, the existing trajectory planning algorithms do not consider the division method and operating rules of the ultra-low-altitude airspace. They are not suitable for the collaborative trajectory planning of multiple UAVs in the urban ultra-low-altitude air transportation scenario, which may restrict the development of the ultra-low-altitude air transportation industry. This paper explores a multi-UAV collaborative trajectory planning method for urban ultra-low-altitude air transportation scenario based on the airspace flight altitude layer architecture. Specifically, …


Multi-View Depth Estimation Based On Adaptive Space Feature Enhancement, Dong Wei, Huan Liu, Xiaohan Zhang, Changkai Li, Tianyi Sun, Ziyou Zhang 2024 School of Information Science and Engineering, Shenyang University of Technology, Shenyang 110870, China

Multi-View Depth Estimation Based On Adaptive Space Feature Enhancement, Dong Wei, Huan Liu, Xiaohan Zhang, Changkai Li, Tianyi Sun, Ziyou Zhang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: A multi-view depth estimation algorithm based on adaptive space feature enhancement (ASFE) is presented to improve the multi-view depth estimation accuracy. A multi-scale feature extraction module composed of an improved feature pyramid network (FPN) and ASFE is designed. This module obtains multi-scale feature maps with global context-aware information and coordinate information. The residual learning network is used to optimize the depth map to prevent the problem of blurred reconstructed edges in multiple convolution operations. The proposed algorithm constructs a focal loss function through the idea of classification to enhance the prediction ability of the network model. The experimental results …


Visual Monitoring System Of Digital Twin Workshop For Process Manufacturing, Yanchao Yin, Jiasheng Feng, Bin Yi, Wang Li, Qingwen Yin 2024 Faculty of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming 650500, China

Visual Monitoring System Of Digital Twin Workshop For Process Manufacturing, Yanchao Yin, Jiasheng Feng, Bin Yi, Wang Li, Qingwen Yin

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: To solve the problem of poor real-time and accuracy of process manufacturing monitoring, this paper proposes a visual monitoring system architecture of digital twin workshop based on production factor data, production process, and multi-process equipment entity object amid the rapid development of digital twin technology and increasingly close integration with the manufacturing industry. Twin modeling is conducted on multi-process coupling production line entity objects from multiple dimensions such as element, state, and operation logic. Based on key technologies of data collection and transmission of OPC UA (OLE for process control unified archiecture) unified architecture and real-time drive of the …


Reentrant Hybrid Flow Shop Scheduling Problem Based On Moma, Hongbin Qin, Chenxiao Li, Hongtao Tang, Feng Zhang 2024 School of Mechanical and Electronic Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China; Suizhou-WUT Industry Research Institute, Suizhou 441300, China

Reentrant Hybrid Flow Shop Scheduling Problem Based On Moma, Hongbin Qin, Chenxiao Li, Hongtao Tang, Feng Zhang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: For the characteristics of multi-variety, large-scale and mixed-flow production of reentrant manufacturing systems, the reentrant hybrid flow shop scheduling problem with batch processors (BPRHFSP) is constructed, and an improved multi-objective mayfly algorithm (MOMA) is proposed for BPRHFSP. Firstly, decoding rules for single-piece processing stage and batch-processing stage are proposed. Then, a reverse learning initialization strategy based on logistic chaotic mapping is designed to improve the quality of the initial solution of the algorithm, also an improved mayfly mating strategy is designed to improve the local search ability of MOMA. Finally, a VND-based mayfly movement strategy is designed based on …


Research On Campus Epidemic Evolution Based On Multi-Scale Modeling And Simulation In Microscopic & Microscopic View, Mingwei Hu, Wenjie Yang 2024 College of Civil and Transportation Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518060, China; State Key Laboratory of Intelligent Geotechnics and Tunnelling, Shenzhen 518060, China; Key Laboratory for Resilient Infrastructures of Coastal Cities of Ministry of Education, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518060, China; Underground Polis Academy, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518060, China

Research On Campus Epidemic Evolution Based On Multi-Scale Modeling And Simulation In Microscopic & Microscopic View, Mingwei Hu, Wenjie Yang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: High density of population leads to high possibility of cross-infection. It is necessary to focus on campus epidemic prevention and control. Basing on existing studies in macroscopic or microscopic view, this paper proposed a multi-scale means to analyze a short-term evolution of Corona virus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on campus and estimated the efficiency of prevention strategies. Macroscopic model was based on the susceptible-exposed-infections-recovered(SEIR) model, which exported the time curve of the number of asymptomatic patients and symptomatic patients. Microscopic model combined discrete event simulation modeling and agent-based modeling to simulate the behavior of campus students and the state evolution …


Heterogeneous Multi-Ant Colony Algorithm Combining Competitive Interaction Strategy And Eliminatingreconstructing Mechanism, Chen Feng, Xiaoming You, Sheng Liu 2024 Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai 201620, China

Heterogeneous Multi-Ant Colony Algorithm Combining Competitive Interaction Strategy And Eliminatingreconstructing Mechanism, Chen Feng, Xiaoming You, Sheng Liu

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: The traditional ant colony algorithm has many problems in convergence and diversity when solving the traveling salesman problem (TSP). Therefore, this paper proposes a heterogeneous multi-ant colony algorithm that combines the competitive interaction strategy and the eliminating-reconstructing mechanism (CEACO) to overcome these shortcomings. Firstly, the algorithm uses a competitive interaction strategy, which adjusts the interaction period adaptively according to the Hamming distance of different groups in different periods. Competition coefficients are adopted to differentiate matching interaction objects for interaction. The matched objects interact with each other through the optimal solution and pheromone matrix. This mechanism achieves a balance between …


Multi-Model Soft Sensor Modeling Under Help-Training Strategy, Luosuyang He, Weili Xiong 2024 School of Internet of Things Engineering, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China

Multi-Model Soft Sensor Modeling Under Help-Training Strategy, Luosuyang He, Weili Xiong

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Due to the strong nonlinearity, multi-stage coupling, and the small number of labeled samples in complex industrial processes, it is difficult for traditional global soft sensor models to accurately describe the whole process. Therefore, a multi-model soft sensor modeling method under the helptraining strategy is proposed. This method uses a fuzzy C-means (FMC) clustering algorithm to mine similar samples in the sample set and build several sub-models. By introducing the help-training strategy, a collaborative training framework based on main and auxiliary learners is formed, and a confidence evaluation mechanism is designed to eliminate error samples and expand the modeling …


Strategy Optimization Method Of Multi-Dimension Projection Based On Deep Reinforcement Learning, Jing An, Guangya Si, Lei Zhang 2024 Joint Logistics College, PLA National Defense University, Beijing 100858, China; Graduate School, PLA National Defense University, Beijing 100091, China; Joint Operations College, PLA National Defense University, Beijing 100091, China

Strategy Optimization Method Of Multi-Dimension Projection Based On Deep Reinforcement Learning, Jing An, Guangya Si, Lei Zhang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Based on the perfect performance of deep reinforcement learning (DRL) in strategy optimization, this paper proposes a strategy optimization method of action taking the multi-dimension projection action as the main research object. The method combines the simulation experiment method with the DRL method. After analyzing the current situation of strategy optimization research, the deep learning framework is selected according to the research problems, and a DRL multi-dimension projection strategy model based on the asynchronous advantage actor-critic (A3C) algorithm is constructed. Through simulation experiments, the interactive learning between the DRL model and the simulation of "out of the loop" is …


A Simulation Method Based On Multi-Source Sensors For Aircraft Type Identification, Shaozhu Gu, Yuxin Ying, Huajie Zhang, Yiqi Tong 2024 Beijing Institute of Electronic System Engineering, Beijing 100854, China; 2. Beihang University, Beijing 100191, China

A Simulation Method Based On Multi-Source Sensors For Aircraft Type Identification, Shaozhu Gu, Yuxin Ying, Huajie Zhang, Yiqi Tong

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Existing simulation methods for aircraft type identification mainly focus on a single sensor and a single target. They do not consider the joint acquisition of aircraft parameters by various sensor devices such as optoelectronics, radar, and electronic detection in real scenarios, leading to the simple simulation scenarios. This paper proposes a simulation platform based on multi-source sensors. Specifically, the platform includes an infrared image simulator that uses a cycleGAN network to generate infrared images of the aircraft, a flight simulator that adopts the three-degree-of-freedom flight control method to generate the movement trajectory of the aircraft, a radar simulator, that …


Integrated Computer-Aided Design, Experimentation, And Optimization Approach For Perovskites And Petroleum Packaging Processes, Swapana Subbarao Jerpoth 2024 Rowan University

Integrated Computer-Aided Design, Experimentation, And Optimization Approach For Perovskites And Petroleum Packaging Processes, Swapana Subbarao Jerpoth

Theses and Dissertations

According to the World Economic Forum report, the U.S. currently has an energy efficiency of just 30%, thus illustrating the potential scope and need for efficiency enhancement and waste minimization. In the U.S. energy sector, petroleum and solar energy are the two key pillars that have the potential to create research opportunities for transition to a cleaner, greener, and sustainable future. In this research endeavor, the focus is on two pivotal areas: (i) Computer-aided perovskite solar cell synthesis; and (ii) Optimization of flow processes through multiproduct petroleum pipelines. In the area of perovskite synthesis, the emphasis is on the enhancement …


Flexural Behavior Of Pultruded Gfrp–Concrete Composite Beams Strengthened With Gfrp Stiffeners, Muataz I. Ali, Abbas A. Allawi, Ayman El-Zohairy 2024 East Texas A&M University

Flexural Behavior Of Pultruded Gfrp–Concrete Composite Beams Strengthened With Gfrp Stiffeners, Muataz I. Ali, Abbas A. Allawi, Ayman El-Zohairy

Faculty Publications

The utilization and incorporation of glass fiber-reinforced plastics (GFRP) in structural applications and architectural constructions are progressively gaining prominence. Therefore, this paper experimentally and numerically investigates the use of GFRP I-beams in conjunction with concrete slabs to form composite beams. The experimental design incorporated 2600 mm long GFRP I-beams which were connected compositely to concrete slabs with a 500 mm width and 80 mm thickness. The concrete slabs are categorized into two groups: concrete slabs cast using normal strength concrete (NSC), and concrete slabs prepared using high-strength concrete (HSC). Various parameters like the type of concrete (normal and high-strength concrete), …


Low Complexity Doa Estimation Of Multiple Coherent Sources Using A Single Direct Data Snapshot, Ahmed A. Hussain, Nizar Tayem, Abdel-Hamid Soliman 2024 East Texas A&M University

Low Complexity Doa Estimation Of Multiple Coherent Sources Using A Single Direct Data Snapshot, Ahmed A. Hussain, Nizar Tayem, Abdel-Hamid Soliman

Faculty Publications

The direction of arrival (DOA) estimation of multiple radio frequency (RF) coherent signals using conventional algorithms such as Multiple Signal Classification (MUSIC), Estimation of the Signal Parameters via the Rotational Invariance Technique (ESPRIT), and their variants is computationally complex and usually requires a large number of data snapshots for accurate estimation. As the number of antenna elements grows, particularly in massive MIMO systems, the complexity of real-time DOA estimation algorithms significantly rises, placing higher demands on computational power and memory resources. In this paper, we present an efficient approach that operates effectively with just a single snapshot for DOA estimation …


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