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Study On Hand Gesture Recognition And Portfolio Optimization Model Based On Svm, Zhiwei Cai, Shuyan Wu, Junfeng Song

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Hand gesture recognition was researched. The idea of extracting related features was proposed by using SVM algorithm in machine learning domain, and combination optimization method was used, which consists of ANN, HMM and DTW, to do hand gesture recognition. The experimental results show that portfolio optimization model based gesture recognition method has high accuracy and is very effective.

Vehicle Routing Optimization Model Of Cold Chain Logistics Based On Stochastic Demand, Xiangguo Ma, Tongjuan Liu, Pingzhe Yang, Rongfen Jiang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: The costs of vehicle distribution in the process of cold chain logistics is analyzed and amended; A mathematical model with mixing time window is built to balance the customers' service request with importance level; To minimize the total cost, a mathematical model which uses a factor to make balance between the stability of customer demand fluctuation and the cost increase in the assignment phase is established. Based on MATLAB software, the optical solution is found with adaptive genetic algorithm by taking the background of a distribution center to simulate and analyze.

Phy Security Transmission Based On Antenna Selection And Artificial Noise, Deng Dan, Wang Wei, Zhao Ming

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: A physical-layer security enhancement scheme based on antenna selection and artificial noise (ASAN) was proposed. In broadcast phase, the Relay node selected the optimal antenna subset, and transmitted the beamforming matrix and artificial noise vector simultaneously. Simulation results show that the ASAN scheme outperforms classical beamforming scheme. Compared with beamforming scheme, the proposed scheme shows about 2.5dB gain in ergodic secrecy capacity when antenna number of Relay is three, and 3dB gain when the antenna number is six. Specifically, the combined selection criterion shows the similar curve compared with the one-direction criterion, in which the Relay only needs the …

Engineering And Technology For The Better Good Of Society, Pit-Oer, Huixin Wu, Raymond Lam, Dimitrios Stroumbakis

Open Educational Resources

Understanding the importance of New America's commitment to strengthening the outcomes of non-profits and the public sector. We at QCC's Engineering Technology (ET) Department are dedicated to contributing to the nationwide efforts underway by Universities to establish Public-Interest-in-Technology curriculums. Technology impacts our every day lives like never before and it is time to augment the technologists' and engineers' education with curriculum components to enhance their ability to serve the good of society by:

• Teaching students to leverage 3D printing, Open Source Coding, Project Management and Engineering Ethics for the good of society.
• Exposing ET students to put into practice the …

Artificial Neural Network Discovery Of A Switchable Metasurface Reflector, J. R. Thompson, J. A. Burrow, P. J. Shah, J. Slagle, E. S. Harper, A. Van Rynbach, I. Agha, M. S. Mills

Electro-Optics and Photonics Faculty Publications

Optical materials engineered to dynamically and selectively manipulate electromag- netic waves are essential to the future of modern optical systems. In this paper, we simulate various metasurface configurations consisting of periodic 1D bars or 2D pillars made of the ternary phase change material Ge2Sb2Te5 (GST). Dynamic switching behavior in reflectance is exploited due to a drastic refractive index change between the crystalline and amorphous states of GST. Selectivity in the reflection and transmission spectra is manipulated by tailoring the geometrical parameters of the metasurface. Due to the immense number of possible metasurface configurations, we train deep neural networks capable of …

Modeling And Simulation Of Executable Architecture Based On P-Devs, Jianpeng Hu, Linpeng Huang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Executable architecture modeling plays a vital role in the design of complex systems and System of Systems (SoS), but there is still no common view and standard, unified execution mechanism and environment for an executable architecture. Three major elements of executable architecting were analyzed and summarized with a comparison among the options of these elements. To realize automated transformation from graphical models to executable codes, a generic modeling approach to executable architecture of SoS based on Parallel Discrete Event System Specification (P-DEVS) was proposed, and a case study of airport SoS shows its feasibility and effectiveness.

Coupling Sph Model For Occupant Evacuation In Fires And Simulation, Zhihong Miao, Zhihui Li

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Computer simulation of evacuation can be very helpful in building design for fire protection and reducing casualty in compartment fire. A coupling model for occupant evacuation building fires was proposed. A continuous model was composed by treating pedestrians movement as fluid movement, and by using Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics method to discretize this continuous model, the model was transformed into a particle system. A method for coupling FDS into the occupant evacuation model was proposed, and the amounts of smoke density and smoke charge of pedestrian were used to determine the move direction of a pedestrian and …

Topology Modeling Of Information Grid Network For Military Applications, Mingqing Zhang, Meilin Wei, Hongshan Kong, Shuqin Dong

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: For the lack of military network topology research and incomprehensive consideration of topology modeling factors, a topology modeling method of information grid network for military applications was proposed. AS-level and router level topology generation algorithms were designed. A seamless integration scheme between two topologies was proposed. Simulation experiments about meeting the conditions for the topological properties and topology model deployment strategy in network simulation environment were implemented. The simulation results show that the information grid network can be remained stable in the overall nature with considering the growth, death, “preferential attachment”, invulnerability and other factors of …

Simulation & Analysis Of Liquid Metal Conical Helical Antenna, Zhou Yun, Shaojun Fang, Shiqiang Fu, Zhongbao Wang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to replace the solid metal antenna, a novel liquid metal conical helical antenna was presented. The antenna is easy to adjust its shape. The circularly polarized antenna has the characteristics of small size, high gain, wide bandwidth, and it is easy to reconstruct. Taking maritime satellite communications as an example, the proposed antenna was designed, simulated and optimized for antenna impedance matching with HFSS software, and a good circularly polarized radiation and impedance characteristics for the antenna were obtained. The simulated results show that: in the entire maritime satellite communication work band (1 525-1 660.5 …

Study On Comprehensive Performance Of Roadheader Shovel Based On Simulation Optimization Method, Dayong Wang, Wang Hui

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: An improved genetic algorithm that integrates into non-uniform mutation operator and niching technology, which could run toward the optimal solution effectively, and to better maintain the diversity of the solution and high convergence speed was proposed. Meanwhile, taking shovel width and shovel dip for design variables optimizes loading capacity, shovel grubbing force and shovel coaming thickness of roadheader shovel. Optimization results show that: shovel width is reduced by 1.33%, shovel dip is reduced by 9.47%, and Shovel coaming thickness is increased by 11.4%, which has a significant effect on the overall stability of roadheader and the shovel strength. …

Dgetmw: Motion Video Tracking Based On Memory Watershed Disc Gradient Expansion Template, Wei Wei, Kongping Wu, Laigong Guo, Qin Meng

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to obtain ideal detection results of moving object, a new video moving object detection algorithm based on labeling watershed and detection algorithm and morphology were proposed. The image was pre-processed by diffusion model to eliminate noise interference on object detection, and the difference algorithm was used to extract outline of moving object.. Morphological operations were used to process the target outline, and marked watershed algorithm was used to segment moving object and performance was tested by simulation experiments. The simulation results show that the proposed algorithm can prevent over segmentation problems and accurately detect moving object …

Research Of Satellite Tactical Communication Network Routing Protocol Simulation Based On Tdma, Yanfang Fu, Li Lu, Gao Xiang, Cheng Bing

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to build a globally oriented efficient and seamless tactical communication network system, on the research of satellite and mobile communication network technology, using simulation software OPNET Modeler, a TDMA model and unique tactical communications network was designed. Its main feature is full-completion five layers network model which can satisfy the function of each network level, also provides a reliable basis for later work. After compared with DSR routing, the hierarchical routing shows some advantages in simulation. Some valuable conclusions were drawn, which can provide objective, reliable information for network planning and design.

Simulation Of Performance Optimization Control About Transcritical Co2 Automotive Air Conditioning System, Jinghua Zhao, Tao Jing, Fangxi Xie, Kainan Zhao

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: According to the researching data of certain corporate, a semi-theoretical model of the transcritical CO₂ automotive air conditioning system was established using AMESim Software. The research was carried out successively from the aspects of thermodynamics, system performance analysis and optimal control, in order to ensure that the coefficient of performance (COP) reached its maximum. According to the results of exergy loss analysis and performance analysis, the fuzzy PID controller was designed. Under the interference of the ambient temperature change, the controller could control high pressure to ensure COP reach its maximum. The comparison with the well-tuning PID controller …

Slashing Quality Index Modeling And Simulation Based On Data Dispersion Clustering, Yuxian Zhang, Xiaoyi Qian, Dong Xiao, Jianhui Wang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: For the sensitivity of noise and outliers data in the typical partitioning clustering algorithm, a clustering algorithm based on data dispersion was proposed. The data dispersion was defined and introduced to a non-Euclidean distance. The similarity metric was established, and the data clustering was realized. The optimal clustering number was obtained by the validity function based on improved partition coefficient. Then the proposed clustering algorithm was applied to quality index model in slashing process. A size add-on quality index model was built by radial basis function neural networks. The node number of hidden layer was determined and the center …

Nonlinear H∞ Control For Marine Speed With Parameter Perturbation And Ambient Interference, Yupeng Yuan, Zhang Meng, Xinping Yan, Guo Bo, Jianglong Wan

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to improve the automation level and enhance the navigation safety of ships, stable control for ship speed is very important. Good control effect is difficult to obtain based on the conventional control method since the marine speed control system is a time-varying parameters and nonlinear complicated propulsion system. The uncertainty of the system parameters and the effect of environment such as winds, waves and currents were considered adequately in ship motion mathematical model with disturbing force. The mathematic model was linearized accurately with the differential geometry method. Then the nonlinear H_∞ controller was designed according to …

Underground Wireless Channel Bandwidth And Capacity, Abdul Salam, Usman Raza

Computer Information Technology Faculty Publications

The UG channel bandwidth and capacity are vital parameters in wireless underground communication system design. In this chapter, a comprehensive analysis of the wireless underground channel capacity is presented. The impact of soil on return loss, bandwidth, and path loss is discussed. The results of underground multi-carrier modulation capacity are also outlined. Moreover, the single user capacity and multi-carrier capacity are also introduced with an in-depth treatment of soil texture, soil moisture, and distance effects on channel capacity. Finally, the chapter is concluded with a discussion of challenges and open research issues.

Modulation Schemes And Connectivity In Wireless Underground Channel, Abdul Salam, Usman Raza

Computer Information Technology Faculty Publications

In this chapter, a thorough treatment of the modulation schemes for UG Wireless is presented. The effects of soil texture and water content on the capacity of multi-carrier modulation in WUC are discussed. The multi-carrier capacity model results are analyzed. Moreover, the underground MIMO design for underground communications is explained thoroughly. An analysis of medium access in wireless underground is done as well. Furthermore, the soil properties are considered for cross-layer communications of UG wireless. The performance analysis of traditional modulation schemes is also considered. The soil moisture-based modulation approach is also explored in this chapter. The connectivity and diversity …

Underground Phased Arrays And Beamforming Applications, Abdul Salam, Usman Raza

Computer Information Technology Faculty Publications

This chapter presents a framework for adaptive beamforming in underground communication. The wireless propagation is thoroughly analyzed to develop a model using the soil moisture as an input parameter to provide feedback mechanism while enhancing the system performance. The working of array element in the soil is analyzed. Moreover, the effect of soil texture and soil moisture on the resonant frequency and return loss is studied in detail. The wave refraction from the soil–air interface highly degrades the performance of the system. Furthermore, to beam steering is done to achieve high gain for lateral component improving the UG communication. The …

Current Advances In Internet Of Underground Things, Abdul Salam, Usman Raza

Computer Information Technology Faculty Publications

The latest developments in Internet of Underground Things are covered in this chapter. First, the IOUT Architecture is discussed followed by the explanation of the challenges being faced in this paradigm. Moreover, a comprehensive coverage of the different IOUT components is presented that includes communications, sensing, and system integration with the cloud. An in-depth coverage of the applications of the IOUT in various disciplines is also surveyed. These applications include areas such as decision agriculture, pipeline monitoring, border control, and oil wells.

Electromagnetic Characteristics Of The Soil, Abdul Salam, Usman Raza

Computer Information Technology Faculty Publications

The electromagnetic characteristics of the soil are discussed in this chapter. The characteristics of porous bedrock, soil medium, and impacts of rain attenuations are also presented. The models of dielectric soil properties are studied with a rigorous focus on the constitutive parameters of subsurface soil medium. Moreover, the permittivity and wavenumber in soil are explained. In addition, the frequency-dependent dielectric properties such as dispersion in soil, absorption characteristic, and penetration depth versus frequency are reviewed. Furthermore, the effective permittivity of soil–water mixture for through-the soil-propagation mechanism is analyzed thoroughly.

Signals In The Soil: Subsurface Sensing, Abdul Salam, Usman Raza

Computer Information Technology Faculty Publications

In this chapter, novel subsurface soil sensing approaches are presented for monitoring and real-time decision support system applications. The methods, materials, and operational feasibility aspects of soil sensors are explored. The soil sensing techniques covered in this chapter include aerial sensing, in-situ, proximal sensing, and remote sensing. The underlying mechanism used for sensing is also examined as well. The sensor selection and calibration techniques are described in detail. The chapter concludes with discussion of soil sensing challenges.

Soil Moisture And Permittivity Estimation, Abdul Salam, Usman Raza

Computer Information Technology Faculty Publications

The soil moisture and permittivity estimation is vital for the success of the variable rate approaches in the field of the decision agriculture. In this chapter, the development of a novel permittivity estimation and soil moisture sensing approach is presented. The empirical setup and experimental methodology for the power delay measurements used in model are introduced. Moreover, the performance analysis is explained that includes the model validation and error analysis. The transfer functions are reported as well for soil moisture and permittivity estimation. Furthermore, the potential applications of the developed approach in different disciplines are also examined.

Autonomous Irrigation Management In Decision Agriculture, Abdul Salam, Usman Raza

Computer Information Technology Faculty Publications

In this chapter, the important application of autonomous irrigation management in the field decision agriculture is discussed. The different types of sensor-guided irrigation systems are presented that includes center pivot systems and drip irrigation systems. Their sensing and actuator components are with detailed focus on real-time decision-making and integration to the cloud. This chapter also presents irrigation control systems which takes, as an input, soil moisture and temperature from IOUT and weather data from Internet and communicate with center pivot based irrigation systems. Moreover, the system architecture is explored where development of the nodes including sensing and actuators is presented. …

Decision Agriculture, Abdul Salam, Usman Raza

Computer Information Technology Faculty Publications

In this chapter, the latest developments in the field of decision agriculture are discussed. The practice of management zones in digital agriculture is described for efficient and smart faming. Accordingly, the methodology for delineating management zones is presented. Modeling of decision support systems is explained along with discussion of the issues and challenges in this area. Moreover, the precision agriculture technology is also considered. Moreover, the chapter surveys the state of the decision agriculture technologies in the countries such as Bulgaria, Denmark, France, Israel, Malaysia, Pakistan, United Kingdom, Ukraine, and Sweden. Finally, different field factors such as GPS accuracy and …

Variable Rate Applications In Decision Agriculture, Abdul Salam, Usman Raza

Computer Information Technology Faculty Publications

In this chapter, the variable rate applications (VRA) are presented for the field of decision agriculture. The characteristics of VRA control systems are described along with control hardware. Different types of VRA systems are discussed (e.g., liquid VRA systems and dry VRA systems). A case study is also explored in this regard. Moreover, recent advances and future trends are also outlined. Accordingly, a sustainable variable-rate irrigation scheduling is studied where different hardware and software component of the cyber-physical system are considered. Finally, chapter is concluded with a novel sensor deployment methodology.

Signals In The Soil: Underground Antennas, Abdul Salam, Usman Raza

Computer Information Technology Faculty Publications

Antenna is a major design component of Internet of Underground Things (IOUT) communication system. The use of antenna, in IOUT, differs from traditional communication in that it is buried in the soil. Therefore, one of the main challenges, in IOUT applications, is to establish a reliable communication. To that end, there is a need of designing an underground-specific antenna. Three major factors that can impact the performance of a buried antenna are: (1) effect of high soil permittivity changes the wavelength of EM waves, (2) variations in soil moisture with time affecting the permittivity of the soil, and (3) difference …

Wireless Underground Channel Modeling, Abdul Salam, Usman Raza

Computer Information Technology Faculty Publications

A comprehensive treatment of wireless underground channel modeling is presented in this chapter. The impacts of the soil on bandwidth and path loss are analyzed. A mechanism for the UG channel sounding and multipath characteristics analysis is discussed. Moreover, novel time-domain impulse response model for WUC is reviewed with the explanation of model parameters and statistics. Furthermore, different types of the through-the-soil wireless communications are surveyed. Finally, the chapter concludes with discussion of the UG wireless statistical model and path loss model for through-the-soil wireless communications in decision agriculture. The model presented in this chapter is also validated with empirical …

Trusted Modeling And Analysis Of Complex Software Systems Based On Spatial-Temporal Petri Nets, Li Gang, Longmei Han, Yongli Zhu

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Complexity of complex software system is not only due to the coupling correlation software itself, but also the Internet environment has great influence on the complex software system, and it has not existed independently from the external environment. Petri net uses of place and transition meet the modeling of distributed system, support concurrency and asynchronous, but the basic Petri net can't completely describe the characteristic of complex software systems with time constraints. A Petri net modeling method based on spatial and temporal was proposed. From aspects of synergetic and software behavior, constraints on the characteristics of spatial and temporal, …

Calculation Of Transformer Core Loss Based On Finite Element Coupling Algorithm, Yongqiang Wang, Zhihong Zheng, Baolong Ouyang, Jianfang Li

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to accurately calculate the deducting transformer core loss, on the basis of analysis on traditional finite element method and Steinmetz method, an edge-nodal coupled $E-\psi$ method was proposed to calculate the High Power High Frequency High Voltage transformer core loss. Taking a 20 kHz, 50 kV, 60 kW transformer for example, the 3D model was established to calculate the transformer core loss. By comparing the measured data of transformer core loss with the figures calculated by edge-nodal coupled $E-\psi$ method, NFEM, EFEM and Steinmetz method, the comparison results show that: the edge-nodal coupled $E-\psi$ method has higher …

Improved Genetic Algorithm-Based Network Game Path Selection And Simulation, Jianping Gu, Mingmin Zhang, Meiliang Wang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Traditional optimal path algorithm only sets the shortest path as the target, and it does not consider the network congestion and the number of users in game area for real-time situation, thus resulting in some limitations. According to the actual circumstance of network game, network game path selection model was proposed, and the improved genetic algorithm was employed for simulation. The method pre-processed the game map to get each road weighted length value for a real-time game map, and optimization solution was obtained through the genetic algorithm. A network game path selection method based on improved genetic algorithm was …