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Traversal Path Planning And Simulation Of Robot Based On Radiation Scanning, Bin Lin, Guanghui Han, Chenchen Song, Yajing Zhang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Aiming at the high repetition rate and many turns of robot paths based on BINN algorithm, an ITPPA combining the template model and the RS algorithm is proposed. The BINN algorithm is used to formulate the non-obstacle walking strategy. Multiple obstacle avoidance path templates are designed to ensure that the robot could avoid obstacles in an orderly manner. RS algorithm is used to guide the robot to escape the dead zone quickly. Simulation results show that, compared with BINN algorithm, ITPPA could not only effectively reduce the path repetition rate and the number of turning and energy consumption …

Safety Evaluation And Risk Level Prediction Of Driving Behavior Considering Multi-Factors Influence, An Yu, Pengpeng Jiao, Zixiu Bai

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to study the influence of multi-factors of human-vehicle-road on driving behavior and vehicle safety status in road traffic system, a simulated driving comparison test of six scenarios combined by multiple factors is designed. Driving simulator, physiography and eye tracker are used to collect 19 indicators related to driving behavior respectively. The differences of sample data are compared by variance analysis. The nonlinear SVM(support vector machine) is used to classify and predict the sample data. The driving behavior risk level prediction model is established, and the validity of the model is verified by the experimental data. The …

Improved Wolf Pack Algorithm For Distribution Of Molds On Molds Table, Zhonghua Han, Yuehan Liu, Li Man, Liangliang Sun, Hongzhi Zheng

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to solve the problem of the distribution of molds on the mold table in the production process of concrete prefabricated components, a method combining Bottom-Left Algorithm (BLA) and Improved Wolf Pack Algorithm (IWPA) is proposed. Improved Wolf Pack Algorithm is for optimizing the order of upper line and the mold used for each member is sequentially assigned to the mold table according to the upper line. BLA is used to determine the direction and position of the molds on the molds table. The WPA safari behavior is improved by introducing Levi's flying ideas and the Hamming …

Study On Ultimate Carrying Capacity And Regulation Methods Of Urban Atmospheric Environment, Guangqiu Huang, Wenxin Wang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to solve the calculation problem of the ultimate carrying capacity of the atmospheric environment, the calculation formula of the ultimate carrying capacity of the atmospheric environment is proposed, and the system dynamics model with the ‘pollution index-energy' compliance as the constraint is constructed according to the urban energy planning, namely the PI-E-SD(Pollution Indicator-Energy-System Dynamics) model. In this model, the linear regression method is used to determine the pollution index, which solves the non-uniformity problem. The SD-modeling method is used to construct the “energy-economy-environment” simulation system, so that the government measures can be quantified to make the prediction …

Real-Time Prediction Of Primary Flow By Mpc Method In Heating System, Zhongbo Li, Jia Meng, Kang Yan, Haihong Wang, Li Miao, Lü Qing, Jingjing Xie, Dajun Fang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Based on the model predictive control method, this paper uses the discrete controlled autoregressive model to establish the dynamic heat transfer delay model of the secondary network and the thermal station model. The polynomial fitting method of machine learning algorithm is applied to identify and calibrate the parameters of the secondary network model and the thermal station model. The primary flow rate of the heating station under future operating conditions is predicted based on the model results, which provides a basis for the quality-based regulation of heating system. The model is verified by measured data, and the actual …

Cpm-Ga For Multi-Satellite And Multi-Task Simulation Scheduling, Liheng Mao, Deng Qing, Rouni Liu, Xianglong Kong

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: With the increase of the number of satellites and targets, the space for solving satellite task planning increases rapidly. For large-scale multi-satellite and multi-task planning, a hierarchical optimization method, which consists of Critical Path Method (CPM) and Genetic Algorithm (GA) is proposed. The method decomposes the satellite task planning into two subproblems: task allocation and single-satellite task processing. Task allocation is realized by GA and a task allocation result corresponds to an individual of the population. The CPM is used in the single-satellite task processing to solve the fitness of each individual, which improves the optimization efficiency, ensures the …

Impact Analysis Of Gun-On Target Parameters On The Blunting Effect Of The Soft Protective Human Body, Sun Fei, Wenmin Yan, Junbin Zhang, Yongjuan Wang, Xu Cheng

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to research the blunt impact effect of target-entry parameters of pistol bullets, the finite element models of the soft upper body of the pistol blunt with a soft-protected human body are developed. By hitting the heart, lung, liver and stomach at three target-entry velocities, the impact response of pistol bullet impacting on human torso with soft armor is numerically calculated by finite element method. The simulation results quantitatively reveal the pressure transmission mechanism of the human body with blunt body armor at different target speeds and positions and the law of blunt impact response at different target …

Modeling And Simulation Of Physical Layer Security Strategy In Two-Way Cognitive Networks, Pan Lei, Li Zan, Zhili Zhang, Xiangyang Li

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to improve the performance of the mobile communication system, the physical layer security transmission models of a two-way cognitive relay network with the primary network and eavesdropper are established, and a joint optimization strategy for relay selection and power allocation is proposed to protect the source-destination transmission against the eavesdropper. It can be seen from the simulation analysis that this non-convex optimization problem has many restrictions, and it is difficult to guarantee the feasibility of the initial solution generated randomly by the PSO algorithm, resulting in the difficulty of obtaining solution. Therefore, a hybrid optimization algorithm based …

Pre-Collision Safety Risk Assessment Using Multi-Body Simulation, Eko Deprianto

Student Works (2020-2029)

Road accident has become an alarming phenomenon across the country. Its negative impact does not only include loss of lives but also affects the economy. Hence, road safety assessment has become a crucial preventive measure. Several assessment studies have been developed and implemented. However, they are mostly conducted in the post-accident level, in which the accident has already taken place. A study using a vehicle dynamic simulation is then proposed to assess the accident at the post-accident level. In order to check its effectiveness, two accident-prone locations were chosen, its road segments are then generated into a simulated environment. Several …

Bibliometric Of Feature Selection Using Optimization Techniques In Healthcare Using Scopus And Web Of Science Databases, Rahul Joshi, Harita Gadikta, Saneeka Kharat, Soumi Mandal, Kalyani Kadam, Anupkumar M. Bongale Dr., Siddhant Pandit

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Feature selection technique is an important step in the prediction and classification process, primarily in data mining related aspects or related to medical field. Feature selection is immersive with the errand of choosing a subset of applicable features that could be utilized in developing a prototype. Medical datasets are huge in size; hence some effective optimization techniques are required to produce accurate results. Optimization algorithms are a critical function in medical data mining particularly in identifying diseases since it offers excellent effectiveness in minimum computational expense and time. The classification algorithms also produce superior outcomes when an objective function is …

Exploring The Effect Of In-Plane Tensile Forces On The Two-Way Shear Strength: Review, Comparative Study And Future Works, Ahmed F. Deifalla, Eslam Mousa, Dina Yehia, Amr Abdelrahman

Future Engineering Journal

Two-way shear failure of slabs is a sudden one, which has catastrophic outcomes. Slabs with large spans may be subjected to in-plane tensile forces due to thermal or earthquake loading. There is a lack of agreement between various design codes regarding the significance of in-plane tensile forces on the two-way shear strength.

Two-way shear failure of slabs is a sudden one, which has catastrophic outcomes. Slabs with large dimensions may be subjected to in-plane tensile forces due to restraint or earthquake loading. There is a lack of agreement between various design codes regarding the significance of in-plane tensile forces on …

Optimal Nonlinear Pid Speed Control Based On Harmony Search For An Electric Vehicle, Mohamed Shamseldin, Mohamed Abdel Ghany, Yahia Hendawey

Future Engineering Journal

the paper presents an efficient scheme for a Nonlinear PID (NPID) controller to improve the dynamic response of the Electric Vehicle (EV). The objective of the proposed controller is to track accurately the reference speed selected by the driver of the EV. A MATLAB/Simulink model is established and validated for the considered EV to study the system performance. The proposed NPID controller has been investigated by comparing it with the traditional PID controller. The optimal parameters of Both the NPID and PID controllers were obtained using the Harmony Search (HS) optimization technique based on a cost function. The desired rise …

Effect Of Reinforcement Around Web Opening On The Cyclic Behavior Of Exterior Rc Beam-Column Joints, Ahmed F. Deifalla, Amin Saleh, Sherif Elwan, Mostafa Hamad, Sherif Elzeiny

Future Engineering Journal

In many situations, it is necessary to have a beam web opening in the plastic hinge location. However, very limited studies investigated the behavior of reinforced concrete (RC) beam-column joints with nearby beam web openings. A previous study was conducted for investigating the behavior of beam-column joints with unreinforced nearby web opening. In this study, the effect of adding additional reinforcing around a nearby web opening on the seismic behavior of RC exterior Beam-Column joints is being investigated. Nine full-scale beam-column joints were tested, four joints had an unreinforced opening, while five joints had reinforced opening. The behavior of the …

Optimum Cross Section And Longitudinal Profile For Unstiffened Fully Composite Steel Beams, Ahmed M. Ebid Dr.

Future Engineering Journal

Composite steel beam is commonly used element in multistory steel buildings today. The composite action between the concrete deck and the steel beam reduces both steel weight and deflection, accordingly, enhance floor economy and serviceability. Many earlier researches were carried out to optimize the design of the composite steel beams under both static loading and dynamic behavior. None of these researches was concerned in optimizing the cross section or the longitudinal profile of built-up composite steel beams. The aim of this research is to develop simple and practical equations to determine the optimum cross section dimensions and optimum longitudinal profile …

Diabetes Prediction Using Machine Learning : A Bibliometric Analysis, Vijayshri Nitin Khedkar, Sina Patel

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic disease which can be deadly if undetected for longer time. Artificial intelligence is helping in healthcare industry to a great extent by helping professionals to derive useful information and patterns from data available in various formats: Survey data, electronic health records, laboratory data.. Diabetes, if predicted at an early stage can help many people to save lives and cost for healthcare. Decision-making, diagnosing and predicting diabetes have become an increasing trend in recent years. There are numerous publications in diabetes prediction and yet it’s an ongoing research topic with availability of new data and methods. …

Mechanical Behavior Of Al–Al2cu–Si And Al–Al2cu Eutectic Alloys, Qian Lei, Jian Wang, Amitava Mitra

Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering: Faculty Publications

In this study, laser rapid solidification technique was used to refine the microstructure of ternary Al–Cu–Si and binary Al–Cu eutectic alloys to nanoscales. Micropillar compression testing was performed to measure the stress–strain response of the samples with characteristic microstructure in the melt pool regions. The laser-remelted Al–Al₂Cu–Si ternary alloy was observed to reach the compressive strength of 1.59 GPa before failure at a strain of 28.5%, which is significantly better than the as-cast alloy with a maximum strength of 0.48 GPa at a failure strain of 4.8%. The laser-remelted Al–Cu binary alloy was observed to reach the compressive …

A Bibliometric Analysis Of The Tea Quality Evaluation Using Artificial Intelligence, Amruta Bajirao Patil Research Scholar, Mrinal Rahul Bachute Ph.D Guide And Associate Professor

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

ABSTRACT: In this study, we have carried the bibliometric review of the “Tea quality evaluation using artificial intelligence”. Only the Scopus database is under consideration for this analysis. To coat all possible research approaches here we have generated the valid search queries which excludes irrelevant literature. The result analysis shows overall 602 useful papers are available on the tea quality evaluation out of which 12 papers are specifically on artificial taste perception of tea. This survey illustrates the emerging trend of quality evaluation and assurance (QEA) in tea industry and its importance. As the production of tea is huge, storage …

3d-Printed Microfluidic Droplet Generator With Hydrophilic And Hydrophobic Polymers, Chandler A. Warr, Hunter S. Hinnen, Saroya Avery, Rebecca J. Cate, Gregory P. Nordin, William G. Pitt

Faculty Publications

Droplet generation has been widely used in conventional two-dimensional (2D) microfluidic devices, and has recently begun to be explored for 3D-printed droplet generators. A major challenge for 3D-printed devices is preventing water-in-oil droplets from sticking to the interior surfaces of the droplet generator when the device is not made from hydrophobic materials. In this study, two approaches were investigated and shown to successfully form droplets in 3D-printed microfluidic devices. First, several printing resin candidates were tested to evaluate their suitability for droplet formation and material properties. We determined that a hexanediol diacrylate/lauryl acrylate (HDDA/LA) resin forms a solid polymer that …

3d-Printed Microfluidic Droplet Generator With Hydrophilic And Hydrophobic Polymers, Chandler A. Warr, Hunter S. Hinnen, Saroya Avery, Rebecca J. Cate, Gregory P. Nordin, William G. Pitt

Faculty Publications

Droplet generation has been widely used in conventional two-dimensional (2D) microfluidic devices, and has recently begun to be explored for 3D-printed droplet generators. A major challenge for 3D-printed devices is preventing water-in-oil droplets from sticking to the interior surfaces of the droplet generator when the device is not made from hydrophobic materials. In this study, two approaches were investigated and shown to successfully form droplets in 3D-printed microfluidic devices. First, several printing resin candidates were tested to evaluate their suitability for droplet formation and material properties. We determined that a hexanediol diacrylate/lauryl acrylate (HDDA/LA) resin forms a solid polymer that …

Study On Validation Of Simulation Models Based On Weight Matrix Gray Relational Analysis, Xiaolei Ning, Yingxia Wu, Zhanqi Chen

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: When used to validation of simulation models, ordinary gray relational analysis (GRA) usually stresses the similarity but ignores the nearness between the simulation test time series and flight test time series, while the nearness is part of model error. To reduce the risk in application of GRA to validation of simulation models, a new matrix gray relational analysis was proposed, which was in view of the similarity and the nearness between the simulation test time series and flight test time series, so it had a higher accuracy and reliability. The new model could solve the relational analysis problem with …

Research On Simplified Approach Of Multi-Physics Coupling Simulation, Xuegong Sun, Liu Jing

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Multi- physics coupling simulation of aircraft is a highly coupled and advanced nonlinear process. Traditionally, the data of professional model was collected through engineering algorithm, experience. The over- simplfied approach reduced the accuracy of the simulation result. Therefore, a simplified but effective approach according to the characteristics of each multi-physics coupling model needed to be found. Through multi- physics coupling simulation research which focused on the main contradictions and engineering requirements, ignores minor contradictions, depending on characteristics of the various couplings and application requirements, the simplified approach and conclusions were put forward and verified by examples.

Inventory M Lodels With Transshipment Collaboration Among Bases Supporting Different Geographical Regions, Jinhong Zhong, Cheng Hao, Zhou Yun

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: A multi location inventory system composed of a depot and several bases that covers diferent geographical regions was addressed, where there was bidirectional transshipment between the locations at the same region, and unidirectional transshipment between the locations at the different region. Each location in the system faced isolated Poisson distribution demand and adopted continuous review (S-1, S) policy. According to the M/G/S/S queue theory, birth and death process model and approximate calculation thought, the inventory models for the loss sales case and backorder case were established respectively. A discrete event simulation procedure for the inventory system was designed to …

Simulation Of Multiple Diffraction For Uwb Signals Under Nlos Environment, Han Tao, Jianxun Song, Hongcheng Wang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: A time domain (TD) solution based on uniform theory of diffraction-physical optics (UTD-PO) was presented to analyze the multiple diffraction propagation characteristics of UWB signals under NLOS environment. The solution provided a simplified method, which utilized a recursion relation and did not need to incorporate the slope diffraction in the transition zone. The channel impulse response of the renowned Bertoni models was derived and the received signals could be predicted through a simple operation of convolution. The numerical results show that the proposed solution based on UTD-PO can find application in the analysis of multiple diffi-action and significantly reduces …

Method For Real-Time Controllable Step-Length Human Leg Continuous Walking Motion Generation, Shuxu Jing, Zhang Di, Tinglei Zhang, Shaoxin Yuan

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Based on a free walking description model which is not capable of step length control, an iteration algorithm was proposed for solving the corresponding straight walking motion according to the given single step length which could be continuously adjusted. The problem of smooth transition between two consecutive walking steps was solved by pose-wise Bezier weighting, which kept the starting and ending poses of a walking step constant. Continuous straight leg walking motion with continuously varied step length could be generated real-timely. The proposed method provided a solution for real-time continuoxis leg walking motion generation with known step lengths in …

Behavioral Simulation Modeling Of Single Photon Avalanche Diode, Xu Yue, Xiaopeng Xie, Yue Heng

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: An accurate behavioral simulation model for single photon avalanche photodiode (SPAD) was proposed. This presented model solved the convergence problem existed in SPAD avalanche current simulation, and achieved the basic static DC and dynamic AC behaviors modeling. The model functions were extended. Two important statistical effects of dark-counting and after-pulsing phenomena were included in this model according to their physical mechanisms. The model has been written in Verilog-A hardware description language, showing good characteristics of transplantation and universality. A good agreement with more than 90% accuracy is achieved between the model basic simulations and the experimental results, proving the …

Decoupling And Partial Iterative Calculation Method Of Flexibility Dynamics, Xianzhong Wang, Minlan Tang, Jinfang Dong

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Some spacecrafts have large solar panels and a lot of propellant. These spacecrafts with flexible modes can reach hundreds of order. High-powered computers are needed for these spacecrafts,flexibility dynamics iterative operation within several milliseconds. The measures of decoupling flexibility vibration from body rotation and partial iterative calculation were applied to avoid no convergence of the flexibility dynamics iterative operation because of iterative computing error. The parameters of flexible dynamics model which were decoupled could be calculated off-line. The amount of calculation was decreased for the decoupled flexibility dynamics model as parameters could be computed before simulation. The method doesn't …

Construction Of Real-Time Simulation Model Of Fire Fighting Pump System Of Airport Fire Engine, Lishan Jia, Liwen Wang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: To the simulation of fire fighting pump system of airport fire truck in driving training simulator of airport fire engine, the method of construction of simulation model of fire fighting system was promoted. Simulation model of centrifugal pump of airport fire truck was constructed, which was designed for simplification to satisfy the real-time performance of running of system. Considering fire fighting operation of fire truck, simulation model of operation of fire fighting pump system was constructed, which could not only simulate common fire fighting operation of fire truck, but also simulate running status of low pressure of fire fighting …

Modeling And Simulation Of Detection Probability For Whole Airspace Oriented Optical Target, Hongie Dang, Haozhang Yu, Luofeng Deng, Guanlei Jiang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: To ensure the target within view field is the precondition of the tracking measuring equipment working normally, which is described by probability in engineering. A precise method of optical equipment detection probability was addressed aiming at the maneuverable targets, an exact description method of the whole airspace detection according to optical sensor was put forward, and a detection probability model for optical target was set up. A calculation method suited the model was confirmed,which was given by simulation analysis of the algorithm's calculation performance, the influence of model various parameters on algorithm was analyzed, and a comparison was given …

Research On Safety Protection Compositive Simulation Test Bed For Electric Secondary System, Zheniu Zhou, Angang Zheng, Heping Zou

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Existing information and network security simulation methodologies of model construction were analyzed and compared with each other, and applicability and limitations of each of them were summarized. Then according to safety protection needs to electric secondary system, based on previous research results of security simulation aiming at individual and partial objects, a safety protection compositive simulation test bed was designed and implemented in which eight kinds of simulation technology and solutions were integrated. This test bed included four simulation layers and seventeen categories of simulation test, and achieved a large scale, distributed, linkage-type simulation for comprehensive information security. This …

Rendezvous And Docking Digital Simulation System Based On Matlab, An Hao, Zhenshen Qu, Changhong Wang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: On the background of lunar orbit rendezvous and docking (RVD), a framework of the simulation system was designed. The dynamics, navigation and controller of the RVD system were built in detail, and a Simulink model of the lunar orbit RVD was established based on these results. A user interface and a 3D dynamic demonstration were designed to make the operation convenient and intuitive.The digital simulation system can be used to verify the lunar orbit RVD missions incipiently. Furthermore,a semi-physical RVD simulation was taken by using the modified model. The simulation results show the effectiveness of the inertia-visual integrated navigation …