• ETRI Journal
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• 제42권4호
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• pp.518-526
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• 2020

This paper presents an efficient hardware random-number generator based on a beta source. The proposed generator counts the values of "0" and "1" and provides a method to distinguish between pseudo-random and true random numbers by comparing them using simple cumulative operations. The random-number generator produces labeled data indicating whether the count value is a pseudo- or true random number according to its bit value based on the generated labeling data. The proposed method is verified using a system based on Verilog RTL coding and LabVIEW for hardware implementation. The generated random numbers were tested according to the NIST SP 800-22 and SP 800-90B standards, and they satisfied the test items specified in the standard. Furthermore, the hardware is efficient and can be used for security, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things applications in real time.

• 전기전자학회논문지
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• 제17권4호
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• pp.550-558
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• 2013

본 논문에서는 다중 프로토콜 기반의 효율적인 하이브리드 조명관리 시스템 구현을 제안한다. 제안된 하이브리드 조명관리 시스템은 조명기기의 관리 및 제어를 위한 데이터 표시부와 데이터 변환 및 처리부, 게이트웨이의 통신부로 구성하여 설계하였다. 데이터는 실시간으로 저장이 가능하도록 DB를 설계하였고, 실시간 무선 원격제어 및 스케줄을 설정하여 관리하도록 구현하였다. 본 논문에서 제안된 효율적인 하이브리드 조명관리 시스템의 효율성 검증결과, 스마트 기기 및 포터블 PC 등과 연동하여 실시간 모니터링 및 원격 조명제어가 가능하였고, 결과적으로 에너지 절감 및 전기료 감소, 통신비용 감소 효과를 얻을 수 있었다.

• KSII Transactions on Internet and Information Systems (TIIS)
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• 제13권3호
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• pp.1674-1688
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• 2019

As environmental pollution and fossil fuel energy problems from fuel vehicle have occurred, the interest of electric vehicle(EV) has increased. EV industry and energy industry have grown dynamically in these days. It is expected that the next generation of primary transportation will be EV, and it is necessary to prepare EV infra and efficient energy management such as EV communication protocol, EV charge station, and smart grid. Those EV and energy industry fields are now on growth. Also, the study and development of them are now in progress. In this paper, distributed charge signal processing software for smart slow and quick EV charge is proposed and designed for dealing with EV charge demand. The software consists of smart slow and quick EV charge schedule engine and EV charge power distribution core. The software is designed to support two charge station types. One is normal EV charge station and the other is bus garage EV charge station. Both two types collect the data from EV charge stations, and then analyze the collected data. The software suggests optimized EV charge schedule and deliveries EV charge power distribution information to power switchboard system, and the designed software is implemented on embedded system. It is expected that the software provides efficient EV charge schedule.

• 제어로봇시스템학회논문지
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• 제20권3호
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• pp.235-244
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• 2014

This article introduces recent trends in RHC (Receding Horizon Control), also known as MPC (Model Predictive Control), that has been well recognized in industry and academy as a systematic approach for optimal design and constraint management. Constrained and robust RHCs will be briefly reviewed with milestone results. Among the diverse developments and achievements of RHCs, implementation issues will be focused on, together with the latest applications. In particular, this article introduces results on how to solve a finite horizon open-loop optimal control problem in an efficient way, together with code generation for real-time execution and easy implementation. Instead of traditional applications such as refineries and petrochemical plants, this article highlights some selected emerging applications, such as energy management systems and mechatronics, that have resulted from state-of-the-art high performance computing power and advanced numerical schemes.

• Transactions on Electrical and Electronic Materials
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• 제13권6호
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• pp.278-282
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• 2012

Photovoltaic systems have emerged to be one of the cleanest energy systems. Therefore, many large scale solar parks and PV farms have been built to prepare for the post fossil fuel ages. However, due to their large scale, to efficiently manage and operate PV systems, they need to be visually monitored within the range of infrared ray through the Internet. To satisfy this need, the efficient implementation of a high performance video compression standard is required. This paper therefore presents an implementation of H.264 motion estimation, which is one of the most data-intensive and complicated functions in H.264. To achieve this, this work implements vector instructions in hardware and incorporates them in a generic RISC processor architecture, thus increasing the processing speed while minimizing hardware and software design efforts. Extensive simulation results show that this proposed implementation can process motion estimations up to 13 times faster.

• Journal of Communications and Networks
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• 제14권2호
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• pp.188-194
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• 2012

Cognitive networks (CNs) are capable of enabling dynamic spectrum allocation, and thus constitute a promising technology for future wireless communication. Whereas, the implementation of CN will lead to the requirement of an increased energy-arrival rate, which is a significant parameter in energy harvesting design of a cognitive user (CU) device. A well-designed spectrum-sensing scheme will lower the energy-arrival rate that is required and enable CNs to self-sustain, which will also help alleviate global warming. In this paper, spectrum sensing in a multi-user cognitive ad hoc network with a wide-band spectrum is considered. Based on the prospective spectrum sensing, we classify CN operation into two modes: Distributed and centralized. In a distributed network, each CU conducts spectrum sensing for its own data transmission, while in a centralized network, there is only one cognitive cluster header which performs spectrum sensing and broadcasts its sensing results to other CUs. Thus, a wide-band spectrum that is divided into multiple sub-channels can be sensed simultaneously in a distributed manner or sequentially in a centralized manner. We consider the energy consumption for spectrum sensing only of an analog-to-digital convertor (ADC). By formulating energy consumption for spectrum sensing in terms of the sub-channel sampling rate and whole-band sensing time, the sampling rate and whole-band sensing time that are optimal for minimizing the total energy consumption within sensing reliability constraints are obtained. A power dissipation model of an ADC, which plays an important role in formulating the energy efficiency problem, is presented. Using AD9051 as an ADC example, our numerical results show that the optimal sensing parameters will achieve a reduction in the energy-arrival rate of up to 97.7% and 50% in a distributed and a centralized network, respectively, when comparing the optimal and worst-case energy consumption for given system settings.

• International Journal of Computer Science & Network Security
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• 제24권4호
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• pp.11-25
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• 2024

The proliferation of IoT devices has presented an unprecedented challenge in managing device identities securely and efficiently. In this paper, we introduce an innovative Hybrid Blockchain-Based Approach for IoT Identity Management that prioritizes both security and efficiency. Our hybrid solution, strategically combines the advantages of direct and indirect connections, yielding exceptional performance. This approach delivers reduced latency, optimized network utilization, and energy efficiency by leveraging local cluster interactions for routine tasks while resorting to indirect blockchain connections for critical processes. This paper presents a comprehensive solution to the complex challenges associated with IoT identity management. Our Hybrid Blockchain-Based Approach sets a new benchmark for secure and efficient identity management within IoT ecosystems, arising from the synergy between direct and indirect connections. This serves as a foundational framework for future endeavors, including optimization strategies, scalability enhancements, and the integration of advanced encryption methodologies. In conclusion, this paper underscores the importance of tailored strategies in shaping the future of IoT identity management through innovative blockchain integration.

• 제어로봇시스템학회:학술대회논문집
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• 제어로봇시스템학회 2001년도 ICCAS
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• pp.66.2-66
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• 2001

Double-effect absorption chiller-heaters have been widely installed in large buildings and are also becoming popular in mid-sized commercial buildings. While much emphasis is Put on designing energy saving and efficient chiller-heaters, careful attention must also be given to the design of control systems for these devices. Currently, these devices are controlled by their own built-in controllers, such as relay based sequence controller or microprocessor based controller. But, because large buildings require multiple chiller-heaters, a centralized supervision and control system is necessary for the efficient monitoring, control, and operations management of these devices We have developed man-machine interface software that allows the implementation of such a system. This system will support increased reliability, more efficient building management operations, and reduced ...

• 정보처리학회논문지C
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• 제17C권4호
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• pp.371-378
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• 2010

본 논문에서는 센서 네트워크에서 데이터 전송을 위한 경로선택 시 남아있는 에너지가 많은 노드 중에 최소 에너지를 소모하는 경로를 선택함으로써 망의 수명을 연장하고 에너지 효율을 높일 수 있는 새로운 라우팅 알고리즘을 제안한다. 제안 알고리즘의 기본 목표는 다수의 경로간에 에너지 소비를 고르게 분포시키며 에너지를 효율적으로 활용하는 것이며, 에너지 상태정보로는 각 노드의 가용에너지 양과 홉 수를 사용된다. 또한 이웃 노드의 에너지 저하로 인해 관리 노드로의 가용 정보경로가 상실된 경우 간단한 우회 경로 탐색 방안을 제안하였고 이는 에너지 효율성 개선 방안으로 활용될 수 있다. 시뮬레이션을 통해 기존에 제안된 센서 네트워크 라우팅 알고리즘보다 망의 수명이 개선되고 각 노드의 잔류에너지 분포가 더 균일하여 망의 신뢰성이 높아짐을 보였다.

• 한국정보통신학회:학술대회논문집
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• 한국정보통신학회 2013년도 춘계학술대회
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• pp.531-533
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• 2013

본 논문에서 연구하고자 하는 IPMC(Ionic exchange Polymer Metal Composite)는 술폰산 이온기와 플루오르화 탄소의 결합으로 이루어진 Nafion 필름을 사용한 소재로 전기 활성 고분자(Electro Active Polymer) 특성과 물의 유무 및 양이온에 크게 영향을 받는 특성을 지닌다. 즉, 전기 에너지를 기계적 에너지로 활용 하거나, 기계 에너지를 전기 에너지로 활용 할 수 있으며, 물과 물속의 양이온에 따라 그 특성도 크게 달라진다. 이러한 IPMC의 전기적 특성을 연구하기 위하여 모의실험 장치를 구성하였다. 이 모의 실험 장치에는 MCU 와 Stepper Motor를 사용 하여 해류의 기계적 움직임을 구현 하도록 하여 움직임에 따른 전기적 특성 분석을 하도록 설계 하였다. 본 연구에서는 IPMC와 모의실험 장치를 구성 하여 해류 에너지의 효율 적인 사용을 위하여 IPMC의 면적, 주파수, 염분의 농도, Bending 각도에 따른 전기적 분석 연구 방법을 통해 IPMC의 효율적인 사용 방법을 제안하고자 한다.