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Steady Algorithms For Synthesis Of Multidimensional Controlling Systems With Incomplete Information About The Object State, Uktam Farkhodovich Mamirov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

In this paper, questions of forming and creation of steady synthesis algorithms of multidimensional controlling systems at incomplete information on object status are considered. It is shown that the matrix of feedback coupling on a status at the complete information is not determined. The different algorithms of steady calculation of a matrix pseudo-inverse to the matrix of outputs using these or those decomposition of matrixes are analyzed. Algorithms of iterative specification of a required solution of "skeletal" decomposition are given. The given expressions allow synthesizing the simplified computing procedures of synthesis of multidimensional controlling systems at incomplete information on object …

Techniques To Solve Decision-Making Problems, Dilnoz Tulkunovna Muhamediyeva, Bekmuratov Fayzievich Tulkun

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

Solving decision-making problems in poorly formalized systems only with the help of deterministic and probabilistic methods is insufficient. To do this, it is necessary to widely apply the methods of hybrid intelligent systems and, especially, the methods of “soft” calculations (SoftCalculation, SoftComputing) and the directions of ComputationalIntelligence — intelligent computing technologies that are emerging on this theoretical and methodological base. An immune - fuzzy algorithm for the synthesis of fuzzy inference systems (FIS) is proposed. A two-stage adaptive FIS synthesis algorithm is described. At the first stage, the initial fuzzy parameters are clustered in order to reduce the number of …

Importance Of Morphological Features In Orthoptera Identification, Kamilov Mirzoyan, Alisher Khamroev, Hudayberdiev Mirzaakbar

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

This article analyzes the problems of implementing image recognition methods and algorithms for identifying biological objects. The Orthoptera group was chosen as a biological object. Orthoptera is a taxonomic order of insects that includes grasshoppers, crickets, locusts, and others. Approaches to the formation and identification of features of Orthoptera species and the formation of training and control samples of their samples are proposed. Estimation algorithms (ACE) were chosen as algorithmic support for identifying Orthoptera collections. ACE is based on the principle of partial priority. Approaches to the formation of a training and testing complex based on the data from the …

Atomic Force Microscopic Characterization Of Solid Electrolyte Interphase In Lithium Ion Batteries, Qing-Yu Dong, Yan-Li Chu, Yan-Bin Shen, Li-Wei Chen

Journal of Electrochemistry

In recent years, the rapid growing in the electric vehicle market has raised higher requirement on the lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) performance towards energy density and safety. However, considering the successful development of LIBs techniques in the past 30 years, there is little room left for improving the LIBs performance on the aspects related to the electrode materials, battery structure design and production processes. It is important to pursue more comprehensive fundamental understanding in the entire system and working principle of LIBs. Solid electrolyte interphase (SEI), existing between the electrode material and the electrolyte, has been proved to be an important …

Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy For Electrocatalytic Interfaces And Reactions: Classics Never Die, Jun Huang

Journal of Electrochemistry

This review article recapitulates electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) studies in the field of electrocatalysis. The history of this specialized field, ranging from the beginning of the twentieth century to now, is outlined. We then chronicle milestones of the impedance theory. Special emphases are put on the Dolin-Ershler model, the prevailing model for analyzing adsorption impedance data. Afterwards, we narrow into a very specific and fundamental topic, the double-layer capacitance at platinum (Pt) single crystals. We discuss the challenges in experimentation and theoretical understanding thereof. We cast doubts into the validity of using the Dolin-Ershler model to obtain the double-layer capacitance …

Electrochemical Preparations And Applications Of Nano-Catalysts With High-Index Facets, Chi Xiao, Na Tian, Zhi-You Zhou, Shi-Gang Sun

Journal of Electrochemistry

The performance of catalysts highly depends on their surface structure and composition. Nanocrystals bounded by high-index facets usually exhibit high catalytic activity due to their high-density low-coordinated step atoms with high reactivity. In this paper, we have reviewed the preparations of noble metals (e.g., Pt, Pd and Rh) nanocatalysts with high-index facets by electrochemical square-wave potential method developed in our group. The square-wave potential method includes a nucleation procedure to generate nuclei, followed by a square-wave potential procedure for a certain period of time for the growth of nuclei into nanocrystals. The formation mechanism of high-index facets is also discussed. …

Research Progresses In Polymeric Proton Exchange Membranes For Fuel Cells, Xu-Po Liu, Yun-Feng Zhang, Shao-Feng Deng, De-Li Wang, Han-Song Cheng

Journal of Electrochemistry

Proton exchange membrane (PEM) is one of the key components in PEM fuel cells, which possesses the function of separating the cathode and anode, affording proton transport channels and preventing fuel permeability. The property of PEM significantly influences the performance and service life of fuel cells. Nowadays, the commercially used Nafion membranes have the shortcomings of serious fuel permeability, low proton conductivity at elevated temperature and high price, which limits the rapid development of PEM fuel cells. Therefore, it seems to be urgent to develop novel PEMs with low cost and good comprehensive properties. Polymeric proton exchange membrane is an …

Research Progresses In Ni-Co-Mn/Al Ternary Concentration Gradient Cathode Materials For Li-Ion Batteries, Chun-Fang Zhang, Wen-Gao Zhao, Shi-Yao Zheng, Yi-Xiao Li, Zheng-Liang Gong, Zhong-Ru Zhang, Yong Yang

Journal of Electrochemistry

Nickel-rich ternary materials with large reversible capacity as well as high operating voltage are considered as the most promising candidate for next generation lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). However, the inferior cycle stability and thermal stability have limited their widely commercial applications. Concentration gradient design of Ni-Co-Mn/Al ternary concentration gradient materials have been extensively studied in the past decade, which can ensure high cycle capacity while maintaining excellent cycle stability. In this paper, the latest research progresses in Ni-Co-Mn/Al ternary concentration gradient materials for LIBs are reviewed. Firstly, we summarize the different synthesis methods of ternary concentration-gradient materials, especially focusing on the …

Effect Of Nitrogen Content In Catalyst Precursor On Activity Of Fen/C Catalyst For Oxygen Reduction Reaction, Zhi Yang, Ya-Yun Shen, E Zhou, Cheng-Ling Wei, Hao-Li Qin, Juan Tian

Journal of Electrochemistry

Non-noble metal catalysts with high activity and low cost have attracted increasing interest as potential catalysts for oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) to replace Pt-based catalysts. In this paper, the effect of nitrogen content in catalyst precursor on ORR activity of FeN/C catalyst was investigated by X-ray diffraction (XRD), Brunauer-Emmet-Teller (BET) surface area and pore size distribution measurements, transmission electron microscope (TEM), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), and rotating disk electrode (RDE) techniques. The results show that the most active catalyst was obtained by pyrolysis in argon at 1050 °C with a catalyst precursor containing 20wt% 1,10-phenanthroline, 1wt% Fe and Black Pearl 2000. …

Challenges In The Activity And Stability Of Pt-Based Catalysts Toward Orr, Tuo Zhao, Er-Gui Luo, Xian Wang, Jun-Jie Ge, Chang-Peng Liu, Wei Xing

Journal of Electrochemistry

The development of highly efficient oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) catalysts is the key to the commercialization of fuel cells, where the sluggish ORR reaction rate needs to be overcome by adjusting the intermediates adsorption energies on the catalytic surfaces. To-date, platinum (Pt)-based materials are the-state-of-the-art catalysts in terms of both activity and stability in ORR, making them the preferred choice for commercial applications. However, the high cost of Pt-based catalysts limits their widespread use, leading to massive effects paid in reducing Pt loading, improving catalyst activity and stability. This article illustrates the challenges in the ORR reaction and introduces the …

Preparation And Electrocatalytic Performance Of Nico2O4/Ni Foam For Hydrogen Peroxide Electrooxidation, Wei-Wei Chen, Fei-Fan Zhang, Jia-Liang Du, Yi Wang, Chun-Lin Zhao, Kai Zhu, Dian-Xue Cao, Gui-Ling Wang

Journal of Electrochemistry

The electrodes of Ni foam supported NiCo₂O₄ nanowires were prepared by hydrothermal method, followed by a thermal treatment in air, and were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). It was found that the NiCo₂O₄ nanowires had a diameter of about 50 nm with a length up to 3 ~ 5 μm. The catalytic performances of the Ni foam supported NiCo₂O₄ nanowires for H₂O₂ electrooxidation were studied by cyclic voltammetry and chronoamperometry. The results show that the Ni foam supported NiCo …

A Mock Software Company: For Teaching Software Engineering (Cse 455) Course, Arturo Concepcion

Q2S Enhancing Pedagogy

This is a novel way of teaching software engineering as an upper-division course for senior computer science students. Teach the class as a mock software company where students play a role in the “software company” such as project managers, assistant project managers, team leads, software engineers, software designers, UI designers, QA engineers, etc. Then to make a realistic work environment, solicit software projects from real clients, not toy software projects that the instructors think of. It has been proven, pedagogically, that project-based learning is one of the most effective way of teaching. There are no quizzes, no mid-terms, and no …

Hybrid Phase-Change Lattice Boltzmann Simulation Of Vapor Condensation On Vertical Subcooled Walls, Wandong Zhao, Yuan Gao, Ruijie Li, Songgang Qiu, Yin Zhang, Ben Xu

Mechanical Engineering Faculty Publications

Saturated vapor condensation on homogenous and heterogeneous subcooled walls is presented in this study by adopting a hybrid phase-change multiple-relaxation-time Lattice Boltzmann model. The effects of wall wettability on the condensation process, including droplets’ growth, coalescence and falling, and the influence of vapor flow to condensation are investigated. The results demonstrate that the heat fluxes around the triple-phase contact lines are higher than that in other cold areas in homogeneous subcooled walls, which actually indicates the fact that filmwise condensation is preventing the continuous condensation process. Furthermore, the dropwise condensation can be formed more easily on the heterogeneous surface with …

Mass Spectrometric Calibration For Real -Time Hydrocarbon Detection, Makuachukwu Mbaegbu

LSU Master's Theses

Determining gas compositions from live well fluids on a drilling rig is critical for real time formation evaluation. However, development and utilization of a reliable mass spectrometric method to accurately characterize these live well fluids is always a challenging issue because of lack of a robust, quick and effectively selective instrument and method. The primary goal of this research is to understand reasons of such discrepancies in results between “good” spectra, and “poor” ones. The objectives are thus to identify the detection issues, calibrate and QA/QC the instruments, and analyze the results in lab settings. In this study, we used …

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The Research Status And Prospect Of Coal-Based Graphite In China, Cao Daiyong, Wang Lu, Liu Zhifei, Ding Zhhengyun, Li Yang, Shu Zhenyu

Coal Geology & Exploration

Coal-based graphite is regarded as a special and non-typical crystalline mineral and belongs to amorphous graphite, which is both the important part of graphite resources and also one of parts of coal measures mineral resources. Coal and coal-based graphite are two different mineral resources which occur at the same place. The graphitization of coal essentially show carbon enrichement and hydrogen and oxygen exclusion in elementary composition and increase of structural ordering degree and the formation of graphite crystals. Coal macerals, magmatic intrusion and geological structure are all critical factors for coal graphitization, which present different characteristics under the influence of …

Investigation On Structural Evolution And Thermal Reaction Of Coal-Based Graphite From Xinhua County, Hunan Province, Li Kuo, Liu Qinfu, Song Botao, Zhang Shuai, Wu Yingke

Coal Geology & Exploration

To investigate the structural evolution and thermal reaction of coal-based graphite with different graphitization,the anthracite and coal-based graphite from Xinhua County, Hunan were analyzed by X-ray diffraction (XRD), high resolution transformation electron microscope(HRTEM), and temperature programmed oxidation (TPO). The results show that carbon structure transformed from the amorphous anthracite to three dimensionally ordered graphite as graphitization degree increases. The coal-based graphite samples with different graphitization degree are composed of multi carbon phases, suggesting a heterogeneous nature of coal-based graphite, and ordered carbon phases were common in higher rank samples, however, defects can still be detected in most metamorphosed coal-based graphite. …

Lithium And Gallium Abundance And Enrichment Factors In Typical Late Permian Coal-Accumulating Basin In Guangxi, Liao Jialong, Zhang Fuqiang, Wei Mengdie, Liang Xingdong

Coal Geology & Exploration

Through systematic sampling and testing of two typical Late Permian coalfields in Fusui and Xian’an, starting with the lithium and gallium abundance of the samples, and combining with the metallogenic geological background of the Late Permian coal-accumulating basin in Guangxi, the factors controlling the enrichment of lithium and gallium in coal are analyzed. The results show that lithium and gallium in coal of both coalfield have certain industrial prospect. Lithium is mainly concentrated in K1 coal seam, carbonaceous mudstone and bauxite section at the bottom of Heshan Formation, while gallium abundance in each lithology at the bottom of Heshan Formation …

Multi-Source Information Evaluation Of Mud And Sand Inrush Disaster During The Mining Of Deep-Buried Coal Seam, Guo Xiaoming, Guo Kang, Liu Yingfeng

Coal Geology & Exploration

The mud and sand inrush disaster during the mining of deep-buried coal seam is caused by the disintegration of the mudstone in the coal seam roof when meeting water. It is a comprehensive disaster due to concentrated underground mud and sand gush under mine pressure. The occurrence of such disaster is affected by many factors, such as aquifer, mine pressure, and geological structure, etc. This paper took Zhaojin coal mine in Huanglong coalfield as the study area, and discussed the mechanism of the disaster. Then the main controlling factors were identified, including water yield property of Luohe Formation aquifer, distance …

Application Of Far And Near Trace Attributes For Avo Analysis In Deep Water Area In Qiongdongnan Basin, Liu Shiyou, Zhang Yingzhao, Li Yangsen, Yan Anju, Zhang Haiyang

Coal Geology & Exploration

For prestack seismic data with low signal-to-noise ratio(SNR), the effect of traditional AVO rendezvous analysis and intercept gradient product attribute(P×G attribute) may not be ideal. In order to extract the information of AVO attribute effectively, this paper starts from the prestack partial superposition body, according to the relative relation of the far and near track part superposition body, the far and near attribute factor similar to the P×G attribute was constructed, in which the near track stack reflects the intercept attribute, and the near-far stack difference reflects the intercept attribute, which is similar to the …

Application Of Small Scale Curvature In Small And Micro-Structure Interpretation Of Coal Field, Cheng Yan

Coal Geology & Exploration

The interpretation and delineation of small and micro-structure which acts as one of the main disaster sources in coal mine is an important guarantee for safe and efficient production of coal mines. However, it can't satisfy the geological guarantee for precise mining by only using the traditional seismic exploration methods to solve this problem. Therefore, in this paper, we reconstruct the seismic data by extracting the components above 60 Hz from the 3D seismic data, and then extract minimum negative curvature to interpret and analyze the small and micro-structures in study areas. By comparing the revealed micro-structures and explained results …

Application Of Mine-Hole Joint Microseismic Technology In Monitoring The Damage Depth Of Working Face Floor, Duan Jianhua, Yan Wenchao, Nan Hanchen, Zhang Qingqing, Fan Xin

Coal Geology & Exploration

Accurate prediction of the mining damage depth of floor is a key problem in the prevention and control of mining floor water hazard especially in the case with confined water. It is very important for developing the strategy of water control. According to the geological characteristics and working face layout of Baode coal mine, Shaanxi Province, a high-precision microseismic monitoring system consisting of well and hole arrays was deployed to detect the floor damage depth in working face 81307 in real time. The velocity model was calibrated and the location accuracy was verified by hammering method. It is proved that …

Forward Response Analysis Of Shield Advanced Detection With Moving Array Electrode, Zhao Shuanfeng, Bai Yunrui, Huang Tao, Wei Mingle

Coal Geology & Exploration

Aiming at problems of serious electromagnetic interference, difficult application in TBM(Tunnel Boring Machine) tunnel construction and so on, a method of shield advanced detection based on moving array electrodes is adopted. Using Comsol Multiphysics finite element simulation software to establish geoelectric model, forward response analysis is carried out for various geological conditions. The results show that adding the protective electrodes can obviously enlarge the voltage distribution range, which means the detection range increases. In order to improve the detection effect, it is necessary to add protective electrodes. Changes in the size, shape and position of the anomalous body will exhibit …

The Key Technology For Drilling Horizontal Well In Coal Seam Roof In Qianbei Mining Area, Hu Xinpeng, Zhao Yongzhe, Xu Kanshe, Wang Linjie, Li Peng, Duan Huijun

Coal Geology & Exploration

primary ways to develop the soft coal seam CBM. Aiming at the complex geological conditions and reservoir conditions in Qianbei mining area of Guizhou Province, in order to solve the problems of horizontal well leakage, well trajectory control and solid completion in the horizontal well drilling of coal seam roof, the key technology of horizontal well drilling of coal seam roof in Qianbei mining area, with the accurate control of trajectory as the core, and the technology of preventing leakage, eccentricity and solid completion are combined. Combined with on-site drilling practice, the problems of difficulties in horizontal well drilling were …

Thoroughbred Racehorse Welfare Through The Lens Of ‘Social License To Operate—With An Emphasis On A U.S. Perspective, Camie Heleski, C. Jill Stowe, Julie Fiedler, Michael L. Peterson, Colleen Brady, Carissa Wickens, James N. Macleod

Agricultural Economics Faculty Publications

This review addresses the question of whether Thoroughbred horse racing is sustainable in the context of current social values. A recently acknowledged framework, known as ‘Social License to Operate’ (SLO), provides us with a lens through which to view and assess racehorse welfare. In multiple surveys of the general public, the horse owning public, and university students, the primary topics of concern regarding Thoroughbred racing show considerable concordance: concern about catastrophic injuries—particularly as related to track surfaces, concern over the racing of two-year-olds, whip use by jockeys, drug/medication policies, and aftercare opportunities for retired Thoroughbred racehorses. Legitimacy of an industry, …

Numerical Simulation Of Rupture Process Of Shale Under Action Of Fluid-Solid Coupling, Lou Yili, Wu Zhonghu, Wang Anli, Zuo Yujun, Liu Hao, Sun Wenjibin

Coal Geology & Exploration

In order to investigate the rupture process and acoustic emission characteristics of shale under fluid-solid coupling, the numerical simulation of fluid-solid coupling of the Niutitang Formation shale in different bedding angle in the northern part of the Qianbei area was carried out by RFPA2D-Flow numerical software. Studies have shown that due to the influence of the bedding structure, the compressive strength and elastic modulus of shale show obvious anisotropy. The rupture process of shale can be divided into three stages: elasticity, yielding and destruction. With the change of the bedding angle, the shale finally showed three failure modes, namely oblique …

Thermal Short-Circuiting And Heat Transfer Performance Of Coaxial Borehole Heat Exchanger, Li Yongqiang, Xu Shuanhai, Zhang Weidong, Sun Yuliang, Han Yongliang, Zhang Hao, Huang Jianfeng

Coal Geology & Exploration

The coaxial heat exchanger is a commonly used device for deep ground source heat pump systems. Based on the fluid flow heat transfer equation, the coupled heat transfer model of the coaxial heat exchanger and the surrounding rock mass is established. Taking the first heating period as an example, the influence of the inner tube thermal conductivity and circulating water flow on the heat transfer performance was analyzed, and the heat exchanger efficiency was introduced to evaluate the thermal short-circuiting phenomenon. The following conclusions were obtained: The phenomenon of thermal short circuit becomes obvious with the increase of the thermal …

Aviation Maintenance Safety Management Challenges : Thematic Analysis, Tori Kobayashi, Brent D. Bowen

Student Works

Aircraft maintenance is a fundamental and necessary element in any aviation operation. In order to be considered safe and airworthy, operators must be diligent in the way aircraft are maintained and how employees are performing. A safety management system (SMS) is an organized approach by management to include every employee of a company that standardizes the procedures a company will follow to improve safety. The structure of SMS was designed by the International Civil Aviation Organization in order to be standardized across different countries and types of operations. Currently, only part 121 U.S. commercial airlines are mandated by the Federal …

Geosteering Technology And Cbm Horizontal Well Drilling Without Pilot Hole, Liu Mingjun, Li Bing, Huang Wei

Coal Geology & Exploration

Aiming at the difficulties of hole-forming of the horizontal interval in a soft coal seam, low drilling ratio of coal seam and need of pilot hole during deflecting drilling, the key technologies such as drilling parameter optimization, anti-collapse drilling were put forward in the paper. Geosteering technology with multi-markers was used to realize timely layer identification, to search suitable targeting angle, to be adaptive to the stratum dip so as to realize one time direct landing at the target. Geosteering and geometric steering were combined to control finely the wellbore trajectory of the horizontal interval, to make the wellbore trajectory …

Millimetre-Wave Planar Bruce Array Antenna, Zeeshan Ahmed, Manh Ha Hoang, Patrick Mcevoy, Max Ammann

Conference papers

A tri-band mm-wave planar Bruce array antenna for fifth generation communications (5G) is presented. The 16-element planar Bruce array antenna is simulated and fabricated on Rogers RT/Duroid 5880 substrate with thickness of 0.254 mm. For a compact and simple structure, the antenna has a highly directional fan-beam radiation pattern at broadside and peak realized gain of 14.0 dBi.