Driving Method Of Virtual Multi-Person Disassembly And Assembly Task For Aeroengine, Qiuwei Zeng, Zhaoyong Hu, Zhile Wang, Ruilin Zhang, Gang Zou

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: To meet the needs of virtual multi-person collaborative disassembly and assembly system for different disassembly and assembly tasks, this paper proposes a data-driven method with configurable task sequence. Taking an aeroengine prototype as the research object, the paper studies the task elements of multi-person collaborative disassembly and assembly. It parameterizes and expresses the task based on JSON (JavaScript object notation) and drives the task sequence by JSON parametrical files, defining the interactive operation of each task step. The practice shows that this method is applied to the multi-person collaborative disassembly and assembly system, which makes the system configurable and …

Result Validation Method Of Simulation Models Based On Piecewise Feature Extraction, Yucheng Luo, Ming'en Zhang, Fei Liu, Yingbo Lu, Feng Ye

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Verification, validation, and accreditation (VV&A) is a key means to ensure the credibility of simulation models, and model validation is the core link. In view of the unavailability of reference data, various sources of reference data, and strong subjectivity of expert validation in the result validation of the missile flight simulation model, a result validation method for the missile flight simulation model based on piecewise feature extraction of time series was proposed. Specifically, a comprehensive piecewise linear method for time series was first proposed. The method consisted of a linear piecewise algorithm based on the second-order derivative for extracting …

Obstacle Avoidance Motion In Mobile Robotics, Yunchao Tang, Shaojun Qi, Lixue Zhu, Xianrong Zhuo, Yunqi Zhang, Fan Meng

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: The advancement of artificial intelligence technology has significantly enhanced the utilization of mobile robots in various fields such as industry, aerospace, and agriculture. The autonomous obstacle avoidance capability of these robots is crucial to the safety and efficiency of their operations in diverse settings. Path planning, a key technology in obstacle avoidance, plays an essential role in the overall performance of these systems. This paper presents a comprehensive review of path planning technology for mobile robots, categorizing the algorithms into global planning and local obstacle avoidance according to their operational requirements. Specific focus is given to the global planning …

Intelligent Airport Crowd Management Technology Based On Digital Twin, Jinghui Zhong, Yutian Lin, Wenqiang Li, Wentong Cai

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Given the need for intelligent emergency control and management of airport crowds, a smart control scheme for airport crowds based on digital twin is proposed. The scheme constructs an integrated crowd control system framework with four dimensions, including digital layer, modeling layer, functional layer, and application layer. It discusses and demonstrates the application effect of five important application modules. By using a data-driven crowd simulation model and intelligent optimization algorithm, the proposed scheme realizes the dynamic prediction and control optimization of the airport crowd status. The scheme can effectively improve the efficiency and intelligence level of airport crowd control …

Multi-Uav Collaborative Trajectory Planning Algorithm For Urban Ultra-Low-Altitude Air Transportation Scenario, Jie Cheng, Yuan Zheng, Chenglong Li, Bo Jiang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: The rapid development of the drone industry has promoted the opening of low-altitude, forming a wave of ultra-low-altitude air transportation in cities sweeping over the world. However, the existing trajectory planning algorithms do not consider the division method and operating rules of the ultra-low-altitude airspace. They are not suitable for the collaborative trajectory planning of multiple UAVs in the urban ultra-low-altitude air transportation scenario, which may restrict the development of the ultra-low-altitude air transportation industry. This paper explores a multi-UAV collaborative trajectory planning method for urban ultra-low-altitude air transportation scenario based on the airspace flight altitude layer architecture. Specifically, …

Multi-View Depth Estimation Based On Adaptive Space Feature Enhancement, Dong Wei, Huan Liu, Xiaohan Zhang, Changkai Li, Tianyi Sun, Ziyou Zhang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: A multi-view depth estimation algorithm based on adaptive space feature enhancement (ASFE) is presented to improve the multi-view depth estimation accuracy. A multi-scale feature extraction module composed of an improved feature pyramid network (FPN) and ASFE is designed. This module obtains multi-scale feature maps with global context-aware information and coordinate information. The residual learning network is used to optimize the depth map to prevent the problem of blurred reconstructed edges in multiple convolution operations. The proposed algorithm constructs a focal loss function through the idea of classification to enhance the prediction ability of the network model. The experimental results …

Visual Monitoring System Of Digital Twin Workshop For Process Manufacturing, Yanchao Yin, Jiasheng Feng, Bin Yi, Wang Li, Qingwen Yin

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: To solve the problem of poor real-time and accuracy of process manufacturing monitoring, this paper proposes a visual monitoring system architecture of digital twin workshop based on production factor data, production process, and multi-process equipment entity object amid the rapid development of digital twin technology and increasingly close integration with the manufacturing industry. Twin modeling is conducted on multi-process coupling production line entity objects from multiple dimensions such as element, state, and operation logic. Based on key technologies of data collection and transmission of OPC UA (OLE for process control unified archiecture) unified architecture and real-time drive of the …

Reentrant Hybrid Flow Shop Scheduling Problem Based On Moma, Hongbin Qin, Chenxiao Li, Hongtao Tang, Feng Zhang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: For the characteristics of multi-variety, large-scale and mixed-flow production of reentrant manufacturing systems, the reentrant hybrid flow shop scheduling problem with batch processors (BPRHFSP) is constructed, and an improved multi-objective mayfly algorithm (MOMA) is proposed for BPRHFSP. Firstly, decoding rules for single-piece processing stage and batch-processing stage are proposed. Then, a reverse learning initialization strategy based on logistic chaotic mapping is designed to improve the quality of the initial solution of the algorithm, also an improved mayfly mating strategy is designed to improve the local search ability of MOMA. Finally, a VND-based mayfly movement strategy is designed based on …

Research On Campus Epidemic Evolution Based On Multi-Scale Modeling And Simulation In Microscopic & Microscopic View, Mingwei Hu, Wenjie Yang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: High density of population leads to high possibility of cross-infection. It is necessary to focus on campus epidemic prevention and control. Basing on existing studies in macroscopic or microscopic view, this paper proposed a multi-scale means to analyze a short-term evolution of Corona virus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on campus and estimated the efficiency of prevention strategies. Macroscopic model was based on the susceptible-exposed-infections-recovered(SEIR) model, which exported the time curve of the number of asymptomatic patients and symptomatic patients. Microscopic model combined discrete event simulation modeling and agent-based modeling to simulate the behavior of campus students and the state evolution …

Heterogeneous Multi-Ant Colony Algorithm Combining Competitive Interaction Strategy And Eliminatingreconstructing Mechanism, Chen Feng, Xiaoming You, Sheng Liu

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: The traditional ant colony algorithm has many problems in convergence and diversity when solving the traveling salesman problem (TSP). Therefore, this paper proposes a heterogeneous multi-ant colony algorithm that combines the competitive interaction strategy and the eliminating-reconstructing mechanism (CEACO) to overcome these shortcomings. Firstly, the algorithm uses a competitive interaction strategy, which adjusts the interaction period adaptively according to the Hamming distance of different groups in different periods. Competition coefficients are adopted to differentiate matching interaction objects for interaction. The matched objects interact with each other through the optimal solution and pheromone matrix. This mechanism achieves a balance between …

Multi-Model Soft Sensor Modeling Under Help-Training Strategy, Luosuyang He, Weili Xiong

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Due to the strong nonlinearity, multi-stage coupling, and the small number of labeled samples in complex industrial processes, it is difficult for traditional global soft sensor models to accurately describe the whole process. Therefore, a multi-model soft sensor modeling method under the helptraining strategy is proposed. This method uses a fuzzy C-means (FMC) clustering algorithm to mine similar samples in the sample set and build several sub-models. By introducing the help-training strategy, a collaborative training framework based on main and auxiliary learners is formed, and a confidence evaluation mechanism is designed to eliminate error samples and expand the modeling …

Strategy Optimization Method Of Multi-Dimension Projection Based On Deep Reinforcement Learning, Jing An, Guangya Si, Lei Zhang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Based on the perfect performance of deep reinforcement learning (DRL) in strategy optimization, this paper proposes a strategy optimization method of action taking the multi-dimension projection action as the main research object. The method combines the simulation experiment method with the DRL method. After analyzing the current situation of strategy optimization research, the deep learning framework is selected according to the research problems, and a DRL multi-dimension projection strategy model based on the asynchronous advantage actor-critic (A3C) algorithm is constructed. Through simulation experiments, the interactive learning between the DRL model and the simulation of "out of the loop" is …

A Simulation Method Based On Multi-Source Sensors For Aircraft Type Identification, Shaozhu Gu, Yuxin Ying, Huajie Zhang, Yiqi Tong

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Existing simulation methods for aircraft type identification mainly focus on a single sensor and a single target. They do not consider the joint acquisition of aircraft parameters by various sensor devices such as optoelectronics, radar, and electronic detection in real scenarios, leading to the simple simulation scenarios. This paper proposes a simulation platform based on multi-source sensors. Specifically, the platform includes an infrared image simulator that uses a cycleGAN network to generate infrared images of the aircraft, a flight simulator that adopts the three-degree-of-freedom flight control method to generate the movement trajectory of the aircraft, a radar simulator, that …

Securing Edge Computing: A Hierarchical Iot Service Framework, Sajan Poudel, Nishar Miya, Rasib Khan

Posters-at-the-Capitol

Title: Securing Edge Computing: A Hierarchical IoT Service Framework

Authors: Nishar Miya, Sajan Poudel, Faculty Advisor: Rasib Khan, Ph.D.

Department: School of Computing and Analytics, College of Informatics, Northern Kentucky University

Abstract:

Edge computing, a paradigm shift in data processing, faces a critical challenge: ensuring security in a landscape marked by decentralization, distributed nodes, and a myriad of devices. These factors make traditional security measures inadequate, as they cannot effectively address the unique vulnerabilities of edge environments. Our research introduces a hierarchical framework that excels in securing IoT-based edge services against these inherent risks.

Our secure by design approach prioritizes …

Motivations Driving Video Research Podcasts: Impact On Value And Creation Of Research Video Presentations, My Doan, Anh Tran, Na Le

Posters-at-the-Capitol

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of the study is to better understand the role and impact of video research podcasts in bridging the gap between academia and the general public, especially concerning the challenges of accessibility and comprehension of scholarly research.

Methods: A 10-question survey was administered to evaluate the effectiveness, utility, and acceptance of video recordings in research presentations. The survey also aimed to gather insights into the motivations, challenges, and benefits of using video podcasts for research dissemination. Results were then analyzed using the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) model.

Results: There were 102 respondents …

Electron Effective Mass In Gan Revisited: New Insights From Terahertz And Mid-Infrared Optical Hall Effect, Nerijus Armakavicius, Sean Knight, Philipp Kühne, Vallery Stanishev, Dat Q. Tran, Steffen Richter, Alexis Papamichail, Megan Stokey, Preston Sorensen, Ufuk Kilic, Mathias Schubert, Plamen P. Paskov, Vanya Darakchieva

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering: Faculty Publications

Electron effective mass is a fundamental material parameter defining the free charge carrier transport properties, but it is very challenging to be experimentally determined at high temperatures relevant to device operation. In this work, we obtain the electron effective mass parameters in a Si-doped GaN bulk substrate and epitaxial layers from terahertz (THz) and mid-infrared (MIR) optical Hall effect (OHE) measurements in the temperature range of 38–340 K. The OHE data are analyzed using the well-accepted Drude model to account for the free charge carrier contributions. A strong temperature dependence of the electron effective mass parameter in both bulk and …

Digital Phobia: An Inquiry For Mapping The Unseen Dimension Of New Digital Anxiety, The ‘Digiphobia’, Amarjit Kumar Singh ,Library Assistant, Md. Arshad Ali , Professional Assistant, Dr. Pankaj Mathur, Deputy Librarian,

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Background: As technology continues to advance, individuals' interactions with digital platforms have become integral to daily life. Amidst this technological evolution, a novel concern emerges—Digital Phobia, hereafter referred to as “Digiphobia.” This phenomenon, although not previously explored in scholarly literature, necessitates an in-depth investigation due to its potential impact on individuals' well-being. Our research employs a two-step methodology to investigate its existence, implications, and manifestations.

Introduction: This research paper introduces and proposes the term "Digiphobia" as a comprehensive conceptualization of anxiety arising from interactions with digital spaces, applications, and environments. The proliferation of digital technologies has led to the emergence …

Parallel Algorithm For Testing The Singularity Of An N-Th Order Matrix, Ehab Alasadi

Al-Bahir

Analyze the possibilities of implementing a parallel algorithm to test the singularity of the N-th order matrix. Design and implement in ( C/C++) a solution based on sending messages between nodes using the PVM system library. Distribute the load among the nodes such that the computation time is as small as possible. Find out how the execution time and calculation acceleration depend on the number of nodes and the size of the problem (indicate the table and graphs). Based on the results, estimate the communication latency, for what size the task is (well) scalable on the given architecture, and what …

Alice In Cyberspace 2024, Stanley Mierzwa

Center for Cybersecurity

‘Alice in Cyberspace’ Conference Nurtures Women’s Interest, Representation in Cybersecurity

Unrealvision: A Synthetic Dataset Generator For Human-Pose Estimation And Behavior Analysis, Thinh Lu

Master's Theses

For over a decade, computer vision (CV) has become an indispensable component of numerous camera surveillance applications as well as intelligent autonomous systems. Thanks to new advances in AI, Edge Computing, and IoT technologies, there is now a rapidly growing number of smart camera devices, industrial and consumer robots that are using computer vision for various applications - from human tracking and analysis, object classification, to visual inspection and anomaly detection. For most common use cases, building vision-based applications can be a straightforward and affordable task thanks to the increasing number of publicly accessible datasets and research publications. However, it …

Embedded Deep Learning To Improve The Performance Of Approaches For Extinct Heritage Images Denoising, Ali Salim Rasheed, Alaa Hamza Omran

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

Many advanced deep convolutional neural network (DCNN) methods have proven their efficacy in reconstructing the texture of super-resolution images (SR) from low-resolution images (LR). Nevertheless, the objective of achieving super-resolution (SR) reconstruction using Deep Convolutional Neural Networks (DCNN) becomes difficult when the input image is distorted by noise. Photographs captured at the inception of the camera are presently regarded as acultural heritage that chronicles an important periodin human history; however, they are marred by low resolution and noise as a result of obsolescence and the primitive nature of the technology that captured them, in contrast to the technological advances that …

An Integrative Computational Intelligence For Robust Anomaly Detection In Social Networks, Helina Rajini Suresh, K R. Harsavarthini, R Mageswaran, Hirald Dwaraka Praveena, C Gnanaprakasam, C.Sakthi Lakshmi Priya

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

Anomaly detection is one of the most important tasks for maintaining the integrity, security, and trustworthiness of online communities in a social network. This paper proposes AdaptoDetect, which represents a new framework; it discusses a new anomaly detection approach called Pufferfish Optimization Technique for feature selection, together with a Graph Embedding Autoencoder for identifying anomalies. What makes AdaptoDetect special is that, with the use of POT, it has a distinctive capability in dynamic adaptation against network changes by selecting only the most relevant features in social network data. The technique for optimization underlines the important attributes for anomaly detection so …

Improving Security In The 5g-Based Medicalinternet Of Things Toimprove The Qualityofpatient Services, Israa Ibraheem Al_Barazanchi, Kholood J. Moulood, Muneer Sameer Gheni Mansoor, Jamal Fadhil Tawfeq

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

The Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) is like a tech upgrade that benefits patients by reducing healthcare costs, making medical care more accessible, and improving the quality of treatment. To make IoMT devices smart and capable, they need super-fast 5G support. However, there are security concerns when using IoMT devices that can put a patient's data and privacy at risk. For instance, someone could eavesdrop on your medical data due to weak network access management and data encryption.Many systems use encryption methods to protect data, but these methods often fall short when it comes to the high security standards required …

Automatic Temperature Control System Using African Vultures Optimization Algorithm, Mostafa Abdulghafoor Mohammed, Muntadher Khamees, Dina Hassan Abbas

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

One of the most important tasks in control engineering is tuning a PID controller for maximum efficiency. However, without a great deal of practice, manual adjustment of PID settings might result in erroneous results. Using met heuristic algorithms is one method for tweaking the PID controller. These algorithms, which are inspired bythe laws of nature, can effectively find the sweet spot for the PID settings. Therefore, instead of manually tweaking the PID controller, using met heuristic methods can greatly enhance the system's performance while decreasing the related expenses. A reliable temperature control system is crucial to the production of a …

Immersive Framework For Designing Trajectories Using Augmented Reality, Joseph Anderson, Leo Materne, Karis Cooks, Michelle Aros, Jaia Huggins, Jesika Geliga-Torres, Kamden Kuykendall, David Canales, Barbara Chaparro

Publications

The intuitive interaction capabilities of augmented reality make it ideal for solving complex 3D problems that require complex spatial representations, which is key for astrodynamics and space mission planning. By implementing common and complex orbital mechanics algorithms in augmented reality, a hands-on method for designing orbit solutions and spacecraft missions is created. This effort explores the aforementioned implementation with the Microsoft Hololens 2 as well as its applications in industry and academia. Furthermore, a human-centered design process and study are utilized to ensure the tool is user-friendly while maintaining accuracy and applicability to higher-fidelity problems.

Resource Allocation And Edge Computing For Dual Hop Communication In Satellite Assisted Uavs Enabled Vanets, Ahmed Adil Nafea, Mustafa Maad Hamdi, Sami Abduljabbar Rashid

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

VANETs are highly attractive and isused in maximum of the applications of cross-regional communication. To increase the coverage of the vehicular network, Unmanned Arial Vehicles (UAVs) are introduced, and they getconnected with the satellite networks to perform heterogeneous communication. With the help of this connectivity,the communication quality of ground level to air medium is increased.Currently the vehicle usage is highly increased and as aresults of communication link failure, improper resource allocation are arises whither abruptly assumesa stability about a network with that increasesan energy consumption and communication delay in the heterogeneous networks. In these conditions, thus study is idea of …

Uncovering Weaknesses In Autonomous Driving: A Formal Approach To Adversarial Scenario Generation And Falsification, Carlos O. Hernandez

Master's Theses

Autonomous vehicles utilize advanced safety features like proactive driving assistance and pre-collision alerts to minimize the risk of accidents. However, evaluating the correct functionality of these systems is complex. First, safety systems are highly sophisticated, integrating software, networking, and hardware components, many of which rely on advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms. Second, an array of dynamic factors, including numerous actors and physical variables, can influence the performance of safety mechanisms during critical scenarios. Each actor’s unique behavior introduces unpredictability, making it difficult to anticipate future states and outcomes. This thesis presents a comprehensive framework for testing autonomous vehicle …

A Review Of Optimization Techniques: Applications And Comparative Analysis, Ahmed Hasan Alridha, Fouad H. Abd Alsharify, Zahir Al-Khafaji

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

Optimization algorithms exist to find solutions to various problems and then find out the optimal solutions. These algorithms are designed to reach desired goals with high accuracy and low error, as well as improve performance in various fields, including machine learning, operations research, physics, chemistry, and engineering. As technology continues to advance, optimization algorithms are increasingly needed to address complex real-world challenges and drive innovation across all disciplines. Quantitative leaps have been achieved in improving the efficiency of optimization algorithms through the diversity of sources of information feeding these algorithms according to the type of optimization problem, based on scientific …

The Sensory Accommodation Framework For Technology: Bridging Sensory Processing To Social Cognition, Louanne Boyd

Engineering Faculty Books and Book Chapters

This book provides a thorough introduction to the many facets of designing technologies for autism, with a particular focus on optimizing visual attention frameworks. This book is designed to provide a detailed overview of several aspects of technology for autism. Each Chapter illustrates different parts of the Sensory Accommodation Framework and provides examples of relevant available technologies. The books first discusses a variety of skills that make up human development as well as a history of autism as a diagnosis and the birth of the neurodiversity movement. It goes on to detail individual types of therapy and how they interact …

Identification Of Faulty Sensor Nodes In Wban Using Genetically Linked Artificial Neural Network, Haider Rasheed Abdulshaheed, Mayasa M. Abdulrahman, Israa Ibraheem Al_Barazanchi, Jamal Fadhil Tawfeq

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

Wireless Body Area Networks (WBANs) have risen as a promising innovation for checking human physiological parameters in real time. Be that as it may, the unwavering quality and precision of WBANs depend on the right working of sensor hubs. The distinguishing proof of defective sensor hubs is vital for guaranteeing the quality of information collected by WBANs. In this paper, we propose a novel approach to recognizing faulty sensor hubs in WBAN employing a hereditarily linked artificial neural organize (GLANN). The GLANN is preparedto employa crossbreedfuzzy-genetic calculation to optimize its execution in distinguishing defective sensor hubs. The proposed approach is …