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Clustering Algorithm Based On Similarity Of Objects, Akhram Khasanovich Nishanov, Alisher Tulkunovich Tursunov, Fayzullo Farhod O'G'Li Ollamberganov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The article discusses the problem of drug clustering. Initially, k classes are randomly formed and the resulting training sample is preprocessed, then the similarity between objects of each class is assessed based on the proximity function and the criterion for assessing the contribution of objects to the formation of their own class. It is usually expressed as a percentage and represents the degree of mutual similarity of objects of each class. In the next steps of the algorithm, first one object is taken from the first class and by adding it to all k classes, the contribution of this object …

Capacitive Sensors With Ultra-Small Capacitance For Smart Measurement And Control Systems, Rustam Baratov, Farrux Jabbor O'G'Li Ko'charov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

This article discusses methods of low capacitance measurement of capacitive sensors. The results of the study of the amplitude-frequency (AF) and phase-frequency (PF) response of measurement circuits of capacitive sensors for low capacitances measurement, consisting of RC - differentiating elements are presented. The input and output parameters of the differentiating circuit and the complex transfer function are analyzed. The research results show that low capacitances measurement by measuring the rectangular pulses duration is the most effective measurement method.

Developing Decision-Making Models And Algorithms To Help Prevent Emergencies, Mizaakbar Xakkulmirzayevich Hudayberdiyev, Oybek Zokirovich Koraboshev

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The article is devoted to the solution of the scientific issue of decision-making support for the prevention and elimination of the consequences of emergency situations. The relevance of this issue is related to the need to develop a theoretical basis for optimizing the risk of adverse effects on human health and the environment in connection with emergency situations, and a predictive model for the development of emergency situations and their prevention or elimination of their consequences. The optimization of the importance measure of signs for predicting the values of the factors of fire conditions has been carried out. In addition, …

Investigation Of The Parameters Of Semicylindrical Capacitive Sensor, Erkin Uljaev, Elyor Faxriddinovich Khudoyberdiev, Shohrukh Nurali O‘G‘Li Narzullayev

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

This study introduces a semicylindrical capacitive sensor, featuring an internal dielectric insulator, designed to measure moisture levels in bulk and other materials while in motion. The research employs numerical analysis to explore the sensor's capacitance variation and evaluate its performance. The change in capacitance of the semicylindrical capacitive sensor in the picofarad range is easily converted into a change in the frequency of the generator, which is implemented on an operational amplifier with feedback. The generator circuit is quite compact, and its output can be connected directly to the discrete input of a microcontroller without a matching element. Using the …

Creating A Wholistic Manufacturing Score To Highlight The Effects Of Hidden Inefficiencies In Automated Manufacturing Caused By Soft Dedication And Preventative Maintenance Failures, Oded Tal

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

The semiconductor industry is one of the most advanced manufacturing sectors, operating at an unparalleled scale and complexity. A new manufacturing facility costs between $500 million and $15 billion, and the industry's investment in automation is unmatched. However, the intricate and cyclical nature of semiconductor manufacturing creates very complex manufacturing facilities where the boundaries between planning and real-time operations often blur.

For the industry to keep improving, there is a need to create a new method that allows comparison among different manufacturing environments to uncover hidden losses that may be obscured by automation.

To better understand these hidden losses, the …

Lean Manufacturing Practices In Tanzania: Exploring Awareness, Training And Capital Investment, Francis D. Sinkamba

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

With the growing competition among industries in the world, manufacturing industries are now forced to adopt the Lean Manufacturing philosophy to improve their competitive abilities. The adoption of the philosophy is very low in developing countries such as Tanzania, as is demonstrated with 1% of publications and the lack of knowledge and capital for Lean Manufacturing implementation causes this. Furthermore, the contribution of the sector to the Gross Domestic Product in Tanzania is low and stands at 8.4%. The study wants to bridge the gap in training, capital and awareness of Lean Manufacturing in Tanzania. Survey and purposive sampling techniques …

Evaluation Of Business-Driven Reference Architecture For Big Data Analytics Implementation By Public Sector Organizations In Resource-Constrained Setting: A Case Study Of Uganda, Matendo Didas

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Big Data Analytics (BDA) is a new area at the nexus of agenda, public sector organizations, and government business. It may satisfy the growing need for trustworthy, cost-effective services in the public sector for better, more informed decision-making processes. BDA has been proposed on the planning schedules of several public sector organizations and the government. Therefore, from the previous work, using Uganda as a case study, specifically the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), Ministry of Health (MoH), and Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES), this study aims to evaluate a designed Business-Driven Reference Architecture for Big Data Analytics Implementation (BRABDAI) …

Assessment Of The Factors Affecting The National Ict Broadband Backbone (Nictbb) Systems Restoration Time, Victoria Mahabi

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

This study investigates the factors affecting the prolonged system restoration time when national ICT broadband backbone (NICTBB) services are affected by breakdown incidents. NICTBB is the government-owned backbone infrastructure constructed nationally by the Republic of Tanzania to increase the usage of ICT for equitable and sustainable socio-economic development and accelerate poverty reduction. This study utilised a mixture of exploratory and descriptive study approaches. The sample size determination was executed using purposing and simple random sampling, thus involving 289 respondents. The data reliability test was undertaken. It was followed by factor analysis, analysis of variances (ANOVA), linear regression analysis, and confirmed …

Modeling The Influence Of Internal Factors On Vehicular Mobility Performance, Aziz Mdimi

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Traffic mobility is significantly influenced by road conditions and the internal factors governing vehicular performance. Internal factors play a crucial role in vehicular mobility, influencing vehicles operate and performance. While existing vehicular mobility models primarily address external factors, external factors such as governor, engine, gear train and differential unit remain underexplored. This study formulates a comprehensive model to address this gap, focusing on the internal components that affect vehicular mobility. The proposed model employs both analytical and numerical methods to derive transfer functions for these subsystems using Matrix Laboratory (MATLAB), aiming to capture the dynamic behavior of vehicles under various …

Exploring The Transformation Of Sustainable Collective Spaces: A Study From Mlalakuwa Informal Settlement, Jacob Lutta

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

A major challenge in collective space transformation is addressing the complexity of informal urbanisation in developing countries. Using a case study approach, this paper examines the concerns related to a particular informal settlement's sustainable collective space transformation. One of the key findings is that the absence of formal rules and regulations in the development of informal settlements in combination with land-grabbing leads to the absence of open spaces that could be used collectively. It is observed that sustainability in urban development is another body of critical thought that integrates several streams of current urban elements and embodies various conceptions of …

Performance Of Gfrp-Confined Rubberized Engineered Cementitious Composite Columns, Mahmoud T. Nawar, Mohamed Selim, Mahmoud Zaglal, Ayman El-Zohairy

Faculty Publications

In coastal regions, the deterioration of structures and bridges due to environmental conditions and corrosion is a significant concern. To combat these issues, the use of corrosion-resistant materials like fiber-reinforced polymers (FRPs) materials, engineered cementitious composites (ECCs), and rubberized ECCs (RECC) shows promise as normal concrete (NC) alternatives by providing increased ductility and energy absorption properties. The effectiveness of confining concrete columns using GFRP tubes with ECC/RECC was assessed in this research by evaluating their performance through compression and push-out tests. The study explored key parameters such as GFRP tube thickness and the presence of shear connectors along the tube …

Investigation Of Heavy Metal Composition And Associated Health Risks From Selected Groundwater Wells In Temeke, Dar-Es-Salaam, Justin M. Jeremiah

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Water quality continues to be the challenge to residents in Dar es Salaam due to various anthropogenic activities in the city. This study was conducted to assess groundwater quality by determining concentrations of heavy metals. Both probability and Nonprobability sampling techniques were used to collect samples from 40 groundwater wells in 24 wards of Temeke municipal and analysed using Microwave Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometer (Agilent 4210 MP-AES) at the Geochemistry Laboratory of the University of Dar es Salaam. Results indicated varying heavy metal concentrations ranging from 0.71 ± 0.08 to 6.64 ± 0.21 mg/l for As, 0.02 ± 0.01 to …

Development And Testing Of Small-Scale Flash Dryer For Maize Bran, Eden Ngowi

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Sun drying is the most common technique used to dry various food products due to its economic convenience. However, it is not effective owing to its unreliable nature leading to microbial deterioration and aflatoxin contamination of food. In Tanzania, about 1.3 million tonnes of maize bran are at risk of deterioration annually due to improper drying. The aim of this study was to design, fabricate and test an efficient small-scale flash dryer for maize bran. Using principles of material and energy balance, a small-scale flash dryer with a throughput of 500 kg of dry product per hour was designed resulting …

Investigations Of Cell Tower Antennas Parameters On Reduction Of Radio Frequency Radiation Levels From Radio Base Stations, Florence U. Rashidi

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

The widespread deployment of mobile cellular base stations in populated areas has raised public health concerns due to increased exposure to radio frequency (RF) radiation emissions. Exposure to high levels of RF radiation can have potential thermal and non-thermal biological effects. Optimizing the configuration of cell tower antenna parameters is crucial for mitigating these radiation levels. This study therefore aims at systematically investigating the influence of different cell tower antenna parameters on reducing the RF radiation levels from mobile base stations. Field measurements were conducted at two cell sites shared by multiple mobile operators. Electric field strengths were measured at …

Necessity Of Education For Efficient And Sustainable Production And Consumption Of Energy In Tanzania, George Kahangwa

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

This paper reports the findings of a study that was conducted in Tanzania to grasp how the policies, plans and curricula at different levels of education accommodate knowledge gathered on energy to support the fostering of energy education. The study interrogated what necessitates the inclusion of energy education into the curricula in Tanzania. Subscribing to a qualitative approach, the study employed a desk research method to review curricula and other documents guiding secondary and university level education in the country. The study found out that heightening people’s consumption of energy for domestic and industrial purposes constituted the main issue that …

Assessing The Importance Of Air-Decking Blasting In Controlling Bigv At An Open Pit Gold Mine In Tanzania Using Ann Model, Karim R. Baruti

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Air-decking blasting technique is used to control blast induced ground vibration (BIGV) in several mines including open-pit gold mines located in Tanzania. While the importance of air-deck to control BIGV is practically evident, theoretical models such as BIGV prediction models cannot be used to assess the importance of air-decking. The main objective of this study was to assess the importance of the air-decking blasting technique to control BIGV using the artificial neural network (ANN)Model. To achieve this objective, ANNs were modeled and trained to learn the pattern of data using Multilayer Perception with Back Propagation to predict BIGV. The main …

The Effects Of Corporate Culture On Firm Growth: Evidence From Tanzania’S Construction Firms, Fred P. Okangi

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Corporate culture is one of those important aspects that determine the growth of firms. This study investigates the effects of the different types of corporate culture on the growth of Tanzania’s local construction firms. A survey of 227 Tanzania’s construction firms was undertaken using semi-structured questionnaire. The data collected were quantitatively analysed using Stata 13.0 software. The study results indicate that only the hierarchy type of corporate culture positively and significantly impacts the growth of Tanzania’s construction firms. The other types of corporate culture, such as adhocracy, market, and clan had insignificant effects on the growth of the construction firms …

Perona-Malik Diffusion-Driven Regularization For Image Resolution Enhancement In Electrical Capacitance Tomography, Nassor Ally

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Electrical Capacitance Tomography (ECT) is a non-invasive promising method for monitoring industrial processes, such as oil-gas flow in pipelines and solid-gas flow in pneumatic systems. Despite its potential benefits, ECT generates poor-quality images, often used only for qualitative analysis. A non-linear relationship between measured capacitances and permittivity distribution and the ill-posedness of the sensitivity matrix elements causes this limitation. This hinders the applicability of ECT in monitoring online industrial process applications. This work proposes a reconstruction method based on a nonlinear diffusion function to generate high-quality images from the measured capacitance data from the ECT system. The diffusion regularization functional …

Parallax-Tolerant Image Stitching With Geometric Structure Protection For Unmanned Ship Visual Perception, Zhilin Yang, Yong Yin, Rukai Zhang, Qianfeng Jing, Sen Jiang, Wenfeng Zhu

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to address the artifacts caused by misalignment in maritime image stitch with low texture and large parallax, a geometric structure parallax-tolerant image stitch algorithm based on point-line feature registration and optimal seam fusion is proposed. Line segment features are introduced into the traditional homography transformation based on point features, and potential coplanar local line segments are merged into global line segments to provide accurate alignment conditions for seam line fusion. In the image fusion stage, the energy function of seam cutting method is designed by using the color difference and gradient difference of tanh measure and introducing …

An Improved Cat Swarm Optimization For Heterogeneous Multiple Mobile Robots, Liang Kang, Yi Du, Lihua Yin

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: At present, it is difficult to achieve the real homogeneity of the members of the multiple mobile robots. The existing swarm intelligence algorithm is also difficult to accommodate the heterogeneity of the team. Focusing on the heterogeneous cooperation of multiple mobile robots, the concept of mother and child robots is proposed. In order to realize the application of swarm intelligence algorithm in heterogeneous multiple mobile robots, the basic cat swarm algorithm is improved. The subdomain and neighborhood of cat swarm are defined, and eight improvements of cat swarm algorithm are proposed, including priority of search direction, extended trajectory tracking …

Research On Path Optimization Algorithm In Dynamic Routing Environment, Xin Xie, Xiaobing Hu, Hang Zhou

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In a real dynamic routing environment, static path optimization (SPO) and traditional dynamic path optimization (DPO) tend to encounter issues such as detours, reversals and high computational complexity due to frequent real-time optimization calculation. To address these problems, a novel restart co-evolutionary path optimization (RCEPO) method based on the ripple-spreading algorithm (RSA) is proposed. This method integrates the path optimization process with the dynamic changes of the routing network environment to enhance the effectiveness of path optimization. Moreover, the path reoptimization calculation is performed only when the dynamic changes in the routing environment exceed the predicted range, thereby reducing …

Hybrid Evolutionary Multi-Objective Optimization Algorithm For Vehicle Routing Problem With Simultaneous Delivery And Pickup, Wenqiang Zhang, Xiaomeng Wang, Xiaoxiao Zhang, Guohui Zhang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to provide reasonable and effective decision support for logistics enterprises in vehicle distribution route planning, a hybrid evolutionary multi-objective optimization algorithm combining a multi-region mixed-sampling strategy for global search and a local search based on individual route sequence differences is proposed for the problem. A reasonable mathematical model is constructed and the global search strategy is used to make the population individuals to converge quickly to the Pareto front from multiple directions, and the local search strategy is employed to guide the poorly performing individuals in the population to evolve towards the direction of better performing individuals, …

Parametric Identification Of Ship Maneuvering Motion Response Model Based On Square Root Cubature Kalman Filtering, Qinghao Li, Junsheng Ren, Yan Hua

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: The system identification algorithm, based on the square root cubature Kalman filter (SRCKF) is proposed to address issues such as low accuracy, poor robustness, and weak generalization ability encountered by the extended Kalman filter (EKF) algorithm in parameters identification of ship maneuvering motion models. This algorithm, within the framework of CKF, replaces the original covariance matrix with its root mean square and utilizes triangular decomposition for prediction and update to enhance identification stability. The EKF is used as a comparison algorithm to identify the parameters of the second-order nonlinear response model of a ship with rudder angles that comply …

A Method Based On Deep Learning For Assisting Sins/Dvl Integrated Navigation, Xinghong Kuang, Aowei Huang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: The navigation and positioning accuracy of an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) affects the efficiency of the AUV to a certain extent, and since GNSS cannot be used underwater, the integrated navigation system of Strapdown Inertial Navigation System/ Doppler Velocity Log (SINS/DVL) has been widely favored. However, DVL will fail in some cases, and if DVL is isolated directly, the system will become a pure inertial navigation system, which seriously affects the accuracy of navigation and positioning. In order to cope with the situation that DVL is missing in some beams, a DLinear-Informer assisted integrated navigation algorithm is proposed. Through …

Dynamic Data Driven Simulation: An Overview, Xu Xie, Xiaogang Qiu, Yizheng Bao, Kai Xu

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Dynamic data driven simulation is a simulation paradigm which integrates simulation and data together. This paradigm continuously feeds real-time data into the simulation, enabling the simulation be dynamically adjusted by the data, which thus improves the simulation-based estimation and prediction capability. Due to this integration, the dynamic data driven simulation can estimate system states and predict future state evolution more accurately. This paper reviews the origins and basic concept of dynamic data driven simulation, and introduces several simulation paradigms originated from the idea of "integrating models with data", and identifies the linkages and differences among them. The particle filterbased …

Study On Robust Chance Constrained Optimization Of Multi-Energy Supply System Based On Wind And Solar Power Combined Output Simulation, Zhe Bao, Wei Li, Xiaofang Zhang, Zongyuan An, Ye Xu

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to effectively avoid potential imbalance between supply and demand caused by the uncertainty of wind and solar power outputs, and promote the sustained development of the multi-energy supply system, a robust chance-constrained optimization model is developed for identifying optimal operation strategies under complexities and uncertainties through incorporating Copula theory, chance-constrained programming, and robust programming within a general framework. The results show that this model can not only accurately characterize the distribution probability of combined outputs of wind and solar power and formulate the operational strategies under low default risk conditions, but also reduce the proportion of highrisk …

Research On Digital Twins Technology In Cyberspace Security, Qiankun Ren, Xinli Xiong, Jingju Liu, Qian Yao

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Combined with digital twins and cyber-space modeling and simulation, the network digital twins (NDT) technology with in-deep research can enable the development of diverse techniques of cyber security. The basic concept and research history of NDT are summarized, and a taxonomy is proposed to survey applications of NDT. A cyber security-oriented network digital twin model (CyS-NDT) is concluded through the literature. The relationship between the internal security problem of NDT and the method of enabling network security technology is discussed to prospect further challenges and opportunities.

Estimation Of The Berthing Parameter Of Unmanned Surface Vessels Based On 3d Lidar, Haichao Wang, Yong Yin, Qianfeng Jing, Lin Cong

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Accurate estimation of berthing parameters is a prerequisite for unmanned surface vessel autonomous berthing. A method for berthing parameter estimation is proposed based on shipborne 3D LiDAR. The method consists of two main modules: ship pose estimation and berthing state estimation. In the berthing position estimation module, raw point cloud data undergoes preprocessing algorithms aims at downsampling and removing outliers. Point cloud registration algorithms are employed to determine the vessel's position during the berthing process. The berthing state estimation module extracts berth boundary information by using the MSAC algorithm, and on the basis of this information, calculates the berthing …

Research On Virtual Simulation Testing Technology For Intelligent Navigation Collision Avoidance Decision-Making And Planning, Jialun Liu, Fan Yang, Lingli Xie, Shijie Li, Tengfei Wang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: This paper studies virtual simulation testing technology for intelligent navigation collision avoidance decision-making and planning. The application requirements of intelligent navigation in cargo ships are introduced, and the current research status of collision avoidance decision-making strategies, path planning algorithms and decision-making planning testing technology are analyzed. For the intelligent navigation collision avoidance decision-making and planning capabilities of cargo ships, an intelligent navigation collision avoidance decision-making and planning algorithm is proposed based on the encounter situation division in the collision avoidance rules, combined with the quaternary ship field and Bezier curve interpolation theory. A simulation testing method for decision-making planning …

Digital Twin Method Of Stress Field Of Deep Submersible Spherical Shell Based On Simulation Database, Yu Cao, Jie Li, Fang Wang, Zhixiang Liu, Xueliang Wang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: This paper presents a method for predicting the stress field of deep diving spherical shells based on simulation databases and digital twin technology. By establishing simulation databases of stress field distribution of pressure-resistant spherical shells under different scales and loads, virtual sensing monitoring of stress states in other parts of the vessel is realized through finite sensor layout of pressureresistant shells on the submersible. Based on the DT(digital twin) technology, a three-level virtual structure layer is constructed. The Level-1 DT layer realizes the spatial mapping and cloud image display from the finite element simulation model to the digital model. …