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Thermodynamic Model Of Co2 Deposition In Cold Climates, Sandra K. S. Boetcher, Ted Von Hippel, Matthew J. Traum

Publications

A thermodynamic model, borrowing ideas from psychrometric principles, of a cryogenic direct-air CO2-capture system utilizing a precooler is used to estimate the optimal CO2 removal fraction to minimize energy input per tonne of CO2. Energy costs to operate the system scale almost linearly with the temperature drop between the ingested air and the cryogenic desublimation temperature of CO2, driving siting to the coldest accessible locations. System performance in three Arctic/Antarctic regions where the proposed system can potentially be located is analyzed. Colder ambient temperatures provide colder system input air temperature yielding lower CO2 removal energy requirements. A case is also …

An Approach To Fast Multi-Robot Exploration In Buildings With Inaccessible Spaces, Matt Mcneill, Damian Lyons

Faculty Publications

The rapid exploration of unknown environments is a common application of autonomous multi-robot teams. For some types of exploration missions, a mission designer may possess some rudimentary knowledge about the area to be explored. For example, the dimensions of a building may be known, but not its floor layout or the location of furniture and equipment inside. For this type of mission, the Space- Based Potential Field (SBPF) method is an approach to multirobot exploration which leverages a priori knowledge of area bounds to determine robot motion. Explored areas and obstacles exert a repulsive force, and unexplored areas exert an …

Carrying Capacity Of Single-Gauge Railways At Introduction Of Speed Motion Of Passenger-Trains, Saidburkhan Tulaganovich Djabbarov

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

Results over of complex researches of organization of speed and high-speed motion of passenger-trains are brought on existent single-gauge railways, choice and ground of complex of measures on the increase (to maintenance) of freight and throughput capacity, and ensure continuous operation of the infrastructure of operated railways are presented.

Problems Of The State Of The Rolling Surface Of The Rail Head On Speed And High-Speed Railway Sections Of Jsc "Uzbekistan Temir Yollari", Kuvandik Saginovich Lesov, Igor Ivanovich Kuznetsov, Mukhamedali Kazbek Ugli Kenjaliev, Xushnudbek Odilbekovich Samandarov

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

In the process of train traffic on the rolling surface of the rail head are formed bumps and fatigue defects, constant dynamic loads lead to the frustration the upper structure of the path. In this article the analyzes integral indicators of the rolling surface of the rails (long waves, medium waves, short waves) on the section of speed and high-speed train traffic for assess the condition of rails in transit. Problems with the formation of wave-like irregularities on the surface of the rails are identified, promising directions in solving this problem are indicated.

Improvement Of Efficiency Of “O‘Zbekiston” Series Electric Locomotive Control System, Usan Berdiev, Malika Nabievna Tuychieva

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

This article examines the work of efficient use of electric locomotives of the “O‘ZBEKISTON” series operated in the railways of Uzbekistan, storage in working parts, provision of reliable and safe operations, as well as reduction of operating costs and extension of the repair period. For this purpose, during operation, it is constantly necessary to analyze and develop the possibility to achieve planned results using effective methods of technical diagnostics system.

Theoretical Foundations For Determining Kinematic Parameters Of A Jet Unit, Kudrat Raximov, A.R. Babaev, Dilbar Abduraimova

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

This article discusses the theoretical basis of the dependence of the kinematic parameters, in particular the average speed of flow rate in the suction pipeline of the jet apparatus intended for cleaning water bodies from silting, from changes in the pressure in the mixing chamber. In the problem is considered a single-phase flow, that is, the density of the working and the suction fluid are the same.

Increasing The Efficiency Of Work Of Locomotive Electronic Equipment By Using Portable Diagnostic Devices, Nodir Botirovich Adilov, Nurilla Khayrullayevich Ermatov

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

This article discusses the current trends in the construction of portable and stationary systems for diagnosing electric and electronic components of locomotives built on integrated chips, as well as presents own model of a portable diagnostic stand for testing electronic devices and electric circuits of locomotives

Evaluation Of The Efficiency Of Flat Sunny Solar Air Heaters With Heat Transfer Turbulizers, Yorkin Sodikovich Abbasov, Muyassar Abubakirovna Umurzakova

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

The article presents methods for assessing the effectiveness of flat solar air heaters with heat transfer turbulators. The experience of world scientific achievements in the field of increasing the efficiency of solar air heaters is analyzed. The analysis of the effectiveness of flat air heaters. According to the results of the study, it was determined that, in addition to the traditional formula efficiency, for evaluating the effectiveness of flat air heaters with heat transfer turbulators collectors use methods developed in heat engineering and based on the Reynolds analogy.

Comparative Analysis Of Modern Electric Centralization Systems, Asadulla Raximovich Azizov, Elnara Kuandikovna Ametova

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

This article discusses a comparative analysis of modern electrical centralization systems. The possibilities of developing computer centralizations and centralizations implemented on blocks manufactured using microprocessors are discussed

To The Calculation Of Solid-State Cargo Attachment Under The Influence Of Longitudinal Forces, Khabibulla Turanov, Yadgor Ruzmetov, Jamol Shihnazarov

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

The article is devoted to the calculation of cargo fastening using the current method. It is proved that according to the existing method, the force in all elastic cargo mounts of both one and the other direction under the influence of longitudinal forces has the same value, regardless of the different location of the geometric parameters of the mounts in space. Calculations of forces in elastic elements of fastening by the specified method are given. The results of the comparative analysis showed that the forces in all wire fasteners, in contrast to the existing method of calculation, have different values. …

Analysis Of Sensors Of The Electronic System For Counting Axles (Eacs) And Firm Altpro Frausсher In The Organization Of Train Traffic, Sunnatillo Tuymurodovich Boltaev, Jonibek Fayzullaevich Kurbonov, Aziz Azimovich Saitov

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

In this scientific work, the sensors of the electronic system for counting axles of various firms used in level crossings, trunk and station railways of the Republic of Uzbekistan are investigated. Based on the analysis, the parameters of the EACS accounting system are determined. The parameters that led to system crashes were defined in the electronic system for calculating the axes of the EACS. The parameters of the components of the EACS accounting system are determined, which are the main element in determining free loaded roads, reference points, points and sections of arrows. The conditions for using the sensor parameter …

The Role Of Intra-Production Accounting In The Management System Of Enterprises Of Jsc " Uzbekistan Temir Yullari», Aijan Baxtiyarovna Djumanova, Shohruh Vosiljon O’G’Li Ergashev

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

This article discusses the essence, content and tasks of internal accounting and its role in the management system of enterprises of JSC “Uzbekistan temir yullari”. In order to effectively manage the activities of enterprises need to assess the contribution of each farm unit in the final result of the enterprise activity, the mechanism of which are internal accounting, reporting and analysis of their activity. Managers of enterprises for the development and adoption of management decisions need both General information on the enterprise as a whole, and detailed information on intra – production segments of activity-responsibility centers.

To The Question Of The Mathematical Model Of Rational Planning Of Technological Sections Of The Warehouse, Daurenbek Ihtiyarovich Ilesaliev, Jamol Alisherovich Shixnazarov, Avaz Mirsultanovich Merganov

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

Modern railway warehouses have an important place in the supply chain.The main task of the railway warehouses is to convert incoming cargo flows with large quantities into outgoing flows.This article discusses the structure of the functioning of a standard railway warehouse.Based on the coating method and methods of V.P. Sityaev developed a rational version of the layout of the railway warehouse, taking into account the cost criteria, representing the amount of logistics costs.Based on the results of the study, three options of non-traditional warehouse planning schemes were obtained and recommended.

Results Of Application Of The Methods “Sologub” And Combinator Sorting In The Process Of Forming Multi-Group Trains At The Sorting Station, Sakijan Kabildjanovich Khudayberganov, Shinpolat Mansuraliyevich Suyunbayev, Sherzod Bakhrom Ugli Jumayev

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

At present, the formation of multi-group freight trains in accordance with the established procedure at all marshalling yards of JSC Uzbek Railways is based on the experience of the relevant personnel. Therefore, one of the urgent tasks is to improve the process of forming such trains based on the introduction of modern technologies. This article presents the results of applying the Sologub methods and combinatorial sorting in the process of forming multi-group trains at the sorting station of JSC Uzbek Railways. The regularity of the dependence of the number of groups in a multi-group train on the required paths was …

Asynchronous Phase Rotor Generators For Power Planes Operating Parallel With A Network, Sharafiddin Kamaliddinovich Alimhodzhaev, Odil Umirzakovich Zakhidov, Mirzohid Hurramovich Taniev

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

The article presents the results of studies of asynchronous generators of wind power plants and small hydroelectric power stations operating in parallel with the electric network. The parameters of the equivalent circuit are specified, on the basis of which the analytical dependence of the electromagnetic moment of the generator is found. It is proposed to take into account the revealed features of the mechanical characteristics of the generators that differ from the characteristics determined by the generally accepted analytical method

Comparative Analysis Of Functional Diagnostic Methods Of Traction Asynchronous Motors, Zhavkharbek Sulton Ugli Fayzullaev

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

The article provides a comparative analysis of the methods of functional diagnostics of traction induction motors and justifies that of them the most promising are thermal, electric, vibroacoustic and magnetic methods. To obtain the most reliable information in diagnosing the technical condition of traction induction motors, it is recommended that the methods considered be used in conjunction with the simultaneous improvement of their technical means.

The Research Of Transient Processes In Current Transformers By The Operator's Method, Sultan Fayzullayevich Amirov, Shavkat Mukhsimov, Otabek Tashmuhammatovich Boltayev

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

In the article the transient processes occurring in current transformers are investigated and the values of the magnetization current are determined by the operator method using the primary current source. Using the obtained results, the regularities of the magnetization current change in time are analyzed. For the investigated wide-range current transformer with a closed and open core, that is, at different values of T', a comparative analysis of the laws of change in time of the aperiodic components of the magnetic current was carried out. It is determined that current transformers with air gap are effective in all cases when …

On The Dynamics Of The Movement Carriage In The Accelerating Grable The Marshalling Yard, Shukhrat Umarkhodjaevich Saidivaliev, Zakhro Valijanovna Ergasheva

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

The article presents the results of studies of the movement of the carriage on the slope hump (including brake position) when exposed to the forces of wind. Maintaining acceptable speed impacts and screening the Park can be achieved by changing the profiles of individual sections of the drain side hump or application of additional wagon retarders.

Contextual Influences On Human Resources Development: Considerations And Evaluations On The Various External And Internal Factors That Shape And Influence Hrd In Organisations, Charles Alves De Castro

Articles

This article aims to briefly understand and evaluate the main external and internal factors that impact directly on human resources development area within the organisations, mainly related to multinational companies. Also, it discusses the various aspects and influences on HRD-(Human Resources Development) such as societal, organisational/local, global, that impacts on costs, environment, regulations, policies, culture, beliefs, technology and values. This research was carried out by way of a literature review. This is important to demonstrate, explain and evaluate the current existent literature about this specific theme covered in this article. Furthermore, through this review we compared previous research on HRD. …

Illuminator, Volume 3, Issue 4, Batten College Of Engineering & Technology, Old Dominion University

College of Engineering & Technology Newsletter

December 2019 issue of Illuminator, a monthly publication of ODU's Batten College of Engineering and Technology

Image-Driven Automated End-To-End Testing For Mobile Applications, Caleb Fritz

Computer Science and Computer Engineering Undergraduate Honors Theses

The increasing complexity and demand of software systems and the greater availability of test automation software is quickly rendering manual end-to-end (E2E) testing techniques for mobile platforms obsolete. This research seeks to explore the potential increase in automated test efficacy and maintainability through the use of computer vision algorithms when applied with Appium, a leading cross-platform mobile test automation framework. A testing framework written in a Node.js environment was created to support the development of E2E test scripts that examine and report the functional capabilities of a mobile test app. The test framework provides a suite of functions that connect …

The Effect Of Precursor Design And Processing On The Semi-Crystalline Morphologies Of Polyacrylonitrile-Based Carbon Fiber, Katelyn Cordell

Dissertations

Basic research to control the morphology of polyacrylonitrile (PAN)-based carbon fiber is crucial for next generation composites as it determines their mechanical properties and final use. Poor molecular design of PAN-based precursors and fiber processing causes morphological defects and mechanical limitations.^1,2 This research focused on utilizing the controlled polymerization technique, reversible addition-fragmentation chain transfer (RAFT), of novel acrylamide comonomers to afford well-defined precursors with precisely controlled molecular design. This controlled RAFT technique improved the overall precursor graphitic structure as evident by the increased extent of stabilization and reduced activation energy as compared to precursors prepared by traditional free radical …

Load Flow Analysis Of 138/69kv Substation Using Electrical Transient & Analysis Program (Etap), Vanessa Abadia Gomez

Electrical Engineering Undergraduate Honors Theses

This paper examines the load flow analysis of a high-voltage substation using ETAP, and explores options for improving the voltage profile of the system. This study yields critical information about the system, such as the voltage drop at each feeder, the voltage at each bus, as well as real and reactive power losses at the different branches and feeders. In this power flow examination, the system’s performance is evaluated for different operating conditions, so that control measurements can be applied if necessary. The experimental results are used for proposing a plan of using fixed and switched shunt capacitor banks to …

Stock Price Using Domain Specific Lexicons, Zane Turner

Computer Science and Computer Engineering Undergraduate Honors Theses

Sentiment analysis is a broad and expanding field that aims to extract and classifying opinions from textual data. Lexicon-based approaches are based on using a sentiment lexicon, a list of words each mapped to a sentiment score, to rate the sentiment of a text chunk. Our work focuses on predicting stock price change using a sentiment lexicon built from financial conference call logs. We introduce a method to generate a sentiment lexicon based upon an existing probabilistic approach. By using a domain-specific lexicon, we outperform traditional techniques and demonstrate that domain-specific sentiment lexicons provide higher accuracy than generic sentiment lexicons …

Multiple Face Detection And Recognition System Design Applying Deep Learning In Web Browsers Using Javascript, Cristhian Gabriel Espinosa Sandoval

Computer Science and Computer Engineering Undergraduate Honors Theses

Deep learning has advanced progressively in the last years and now demonstrates state-of-the-art performance in various fields. In the era of big data, transformation of data into valuable knowledge has become one of the most important challenges in computing. Therefore, we will review multiple algorithms for face recognition that have been researched for a long time and are maturely developed, and analyze deep learning, presenting examples of current research.

To provide a useful and comprehensive perspective, in this paper we categorize research by deep learning architecture, including neural networks, convolutional neural networks, depthwise Separable Convolutions, densely connected convolutional networks, and …

Beneficial Mutations For Carotenoid Production Identified From Laboratory-Evolved Saccharomyces Cerevisiae, Avinash Godara, Maria Alejandra Gomez Rodriguez, Joshua Weatherston, George Peabody, Hung-Jen Wu, Katy Kao

Faculty Publications

Adaptive laboratory evolution (ALE) is a powerful tool used to increase strain fitness in the presence of environmental stressors. If production and strain fitness can be coupled, ALE can be used to increase product formation. In earlier work, carotenoids hyperproducing mutants were obtained using an ALE strategy. Here, de novo mutations were identified in hyperproducers, and reconstructed mutants were explored to determine the exact impact of each mutation on production and tolerance. A single mutation in YMRCTy1-3 conferred increased carotenoid production, and when combined with other beneficial mutations led to further increased β-carotene production. Findings also suggest that the ALE …

Engineering Research Review 2019, Office Of Engineering Research

Engineering Research Review

Table of Contents:

[Page] 2 Helder recounts journey building world-class image processing laboratory
[Page] 6 Researchers build test bed to verify sprayer nozzle simulations
[Page] 8 Data scientists evaluate credit risk to help lenders, borrowers
[Page] 10 Team develops sensor to monitor blood sugar through breath
[Page] 12 Cybersecurity startup finds supportive business climate, student talent
[Page} 14 Power systems researchers help integrate renewable energy into electric grid
[Page] 17 Engineering researchers receive college, university awards
[Page] 18 Grantswinship Awards

Integrating The Three E’S In Wastewater Treatment, Kirti Maheshkumar Yenkie

Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering Departmental Research

Water is often the most mispriced and misused component in domestic, industrial and agricultural sectors. The rise in world population and industrialization in developing nations has tremendously increased the demand for water and has resulted in the generation of wastewater which is contaminated with dangerous pollutants and unknown contaminants. Furthermore, if the wastewater is not treated properly the toxic pollutants will leach back into the ground ultimately contaminating the groundwater resources. Thus, wastewater treatment, reuse, and safe disposal have become crucial for sustainable existence. In this review, the different aspects involved in designing efficient and sustainable wastewater treatment systems such …

College Of Engineering And Applied Sciences 12/2019, College Of Engineering And Applied Sciences

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences News

• Student Team Launching NASA Competition Dream
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Comparison Study Of Mold Growth Resistance Of Plastic Based Material Flooring (Pbm Flooring) And Ceramic Tile Flooring, Jyothi Rangineni, Jeremy Tzeng

Publications

Clemson University Department of Biological Sciences and Tile Council of North America Product Performance Testing Laboratory evaluated whether ceramic tile and Plastic Based Material (PBM¹) flooring support mold growth when exposed to fungal spores.

Mold grows in moisture-rich environments and requires only minimal sources of nutrition to support growth. It has long been identified to cause damage to buildings and construction materials and its presence in buildings has been connected to many major health concerns with various studies and reviews published on this matter.²

The method used to evaluate mold growth was ASTM G21-96 (2015).³ This …