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A framework for distributed analytical and hybrid simulations

  • Kwon, Oh-Sung;Elnashai, Amr S.;Spencer, Billie F.
    • Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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    • v.30 no.3
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    • pp.331-350
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    • 2008
  • A framework for multi-platform analytical and multi-component hybrid (testing-analysis) simulations is described in this paper and illustrated with several application examples. The framework allows the integration of various analytical platforms and geographically distributed experimental facilities into a comprehensive pseudo-dynamic hybrid simulation. The object-oriented architecture of the framework enables easy inclusion of new analysis platforms or experimental models, and the addition of a multitude of auxiliary components, such as data acquisition and camera control. Four application examples are given, namely; (i) multi-platform analysis of a bridge with soil and structural models, (ii) multiplatform, multi-resolution analysis of a high-rise building, (iii) three-site small scale frame hybrid simulation, and (iv) three-site large scale bridge hybrid simulation. These simulations serve as illustrative examples of collaborative research among geographically distributed researchers employing different analysis platforms and testing equipment. The versatility of the framework, ease of including additional modules and the wide application potential demonstrated in the paper provide a rich research environment for structural and geotechnical engineering.

Design and Implementation of a Framework for Automatically Generating Control and Monitoring Software

  • Yoo, Dae-Sung;Sim, Min-Suck;Park, Sung-Ghue;Kim, Jong-Hwan;Yi, Myeong-Jae
    • 제어로봇시스템학회:학술대회논문집
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    • 2004.08a
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    • pp.932-935
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    • 2004
  • In this paper, we present a framework that is easy to develop, modify, maintain and extend a control and monitoring software for any kinds of instruments. The presented framework is composed of three XML documents (IID, MAP, and CMIML) and two tools (Virtual Instrument Wizard, Generator). Interface information about behaviors and states of instruments is written on IID. Mapping information between the interface information in IID and API of a real instrument driver is written on MAP. Finally information about control and monitoring software is written on CMIML. IID, MAP and CMIML are written with XML format to provide common usage and platform independence of the suggested framework. VI Wizard generates CMIML (platform independent intermediate document) using IID and existing CMIML, and Generator generates source code of a control and monitoring software (platform dependent code) automatically using CMIML and MAP. The suggested framework that automatically generates control and monitoring software based on GUI provides easy development and maintenance. Also, reusability can be increased by reusing platform independent software description documents.

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Ontology-Based Multi-level Knowledge Framework for a Knowledge Management System for Discrete-Product Development

  • Lee, Jae-Hyun;Suh, Hyo-Won
    • International Journal of CAD/CAM
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    • v.5 no.1
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    • pp.99-109
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    • 2005
  • This paper introduces an approach to an ontology-based multi-level knowledge framework for a knowledge management system for discrete-product development. Participants in a product life cycle want to share comprehensive product knowledge without any ambiguity and heterogeneity. However, previous knowledge management approaches are limited in providing those aspects: therefore, we suggest an ontology-based multi-level knowledge framework (OBMKF). The bottom level, the axiom, specifies the semantics of concepts and relations of knowledge so ambiguity can be alleviated. The middle level is a product development knowledge map; it defines the concepts and the relations of the product domain knowledge and guides the engineer to process their engineering decisions. The middle level is then classified further into more detailed levels, such as generic product level, specific product level, product version level, and manufactured item level, according to the various viewpoints. The top level is specialized knowledge for a specific domain that gives the solution of a specific task or problem. It is classified into three knowledge types: expert knowledge, engineering function knowledge, and data-analysis-based knowledge. This proposed framework is based on ontology to accommodate a comprehensive range of knowledge and is represented with first-order logic to maintain a uniform representation.

A remotely controllable structural health monitoring framework for bridges using 3.5 generation mobile telecommunication technology

  • Koo, Ki-Young;Hong, Jun-Young;Park, Seunghee;Lee, Jong-Jae;Yun, Chung-Bang
    • Smart Structures and Systems
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    • v.5 no.2
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    • pp.193-207
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    • 2009
  • A framework for structural health monitoring (SHM) systems is presented utilizing a recent 3.5 generation mobile telecommunication technology, HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access). It may be effectively applied to monitoring bridges, cut-slopes, and other facilities located in rural areas where the conventional Internet service is not readily available, since HSDPA is currently commercialized in 86 countries to make the Internet access possible in anywhere the mobile phone service is available. The proposed SHM framework is also incorporating remote desktop software to have remote control/operation of the SHM systems. The feasibility of the proposed framework has been demonstrated by field tests on a highway bridge in operation. One can expect that fast advances in the mobile telecommunication technology will further enhance the performance of the SHM network using the proposed framework for bridges and other facilities located in remote areas without the conventional wired Internet service.

A new framework for Person Re-identification: Integrated level feature pattern (ILEP)

  • Manimaran, V.;Srinivasagan, K.G.;Gokul, S.;Jacob, I.Jeena;Baburenagarajan, S.
    • KSII Transactions on Internet and Information Systems (TIIS)
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    • v.15 no.12
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    • pp.4456-4475
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    • 2021
  • The system for re-identifying persons is used to find and verify the persons crossing through different spots using various cameras. Much research has been done to re-identify the person by utilising features with deep-learned or hand-crafted information. Deep learning techniques segregate and analyse the features of their layers in various forms, and the output is complex feature vectors. This paper proposes a distinctive framework called Integrated Level Feature Pattern (ILFP) framework, which integrates local and global features. A new deep learning architecture named modified XceptionNet (m-XceptionNet) is also proposed in this work, which extracts the global features effectively with lesser complexity. The proposed framework gives better performance in Rank1 metric for Market1501 (96.15%), CUHK03 (82.29%) and the newly created NEC01 (96.66%) datasets than the existing works. The mean Average Precision (mAP) calculated using the proposed framework gives 92%, 85% and 98%, respectively, for the same datasets.

A Framework to Automate Reliability-based Structural Optimization based on Visual Programming and OpenSees

  • Lin, Jia-Rui;Xiao, Jian;Zhang, Yi
    • International conference on construction engineering and project management
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    • 2020.12a
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    • pp.225-234
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    • 2020
  • Reliability-based structural optimization usually requires designers or engineers model different designs manually, which is considered very time consuming and all possibilities cannot be fully explored. Otherwise, a lot of time are needed for designers or engineers to learn mathematical modeling and programming skills. Therefore, a framework that integrates generative design, structural simulation and reliability theory is proposed. With the proposed framework, various designs are generated based on a set of rules and parameters defined based on visual programming, and their structural performance are simulated by OpenSees. Then, reliability of each design is evaluated based on the simulation results, and an optimal design can be found. The proposed framework and prototype are tested in the optimization of a steel frame structure, and results illustrate that generative design based on visual programming is user friendly and different design possibilities can be explored in an efficient way. It is also reported that structural reliability can be assessed in an automatic way by integrating Dynamo and OpenSees. This research contributes to the body of knowledge by providing a novel framework for automatic reliability evaluation and structural optimization.

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A framework for modelling mechanical behavior of surrounding rocks of underground openings under seismic load

  • Zhang, Yuting;Ding, Xiuli;Huang, Shuling;Pei, Qitao;Wu, Yongjin
    • Earthquakes and Structures
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    • v.13 no.6
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    • pp.519-529
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    • 2017
  • The surrounding rocks of underground openings are natural materials and their mechanical behavior under seismic load is different from traditional man-made materials. This paper proposes a framework to comprehensively model the mechanical behavior of surrounding rocks. Firstly, the effects of seismic load on the surrounding rocks are summarized. Three mechanical effects and the mechanism, including the strengthening effect, the degradation effect, and the relaxation effect, are detailed, respectively. Then, the framework for modelling the mechanical behavior of surrounding rocks are outlined. The strain-dependent characteristics of rocks under seismic load is considered to model the strengthening effect. The damage concept under cyclic load is introduced to model the degradation effect. The quantitative relationship between the damage coefficient and the relaxation zone is established to model the relaxation effect. The major effects caused by seismic load, in this way, are all considered in the proposed framework. Afterwards, an independently developed 3D dynamic FEM analysis code is adopted to include the algorithms and models of the framework. Finally, the proposed framework is illustrated with its application to an underground opening subjected to earthquake impact. The calculation results and post-earthquake survey conclusions are seen to agree well, indicating the effectiveness of the proposed framework. Based on the numerical calculation results, post-earthquake reinforcement measures are suggested.

A Study on the Development of Edge Gateway based on EdgeX Open Framework Using Raspberry Pi (라즈베리파이를 활용한 EdgeX Open Framework 기반 Edge Gateway 개발 연구)

  • Lee, Gyeongheon;Hong, Jiyeon;Youn, Joosang
    • Proceedings of the Korea Information Processing Society Conference
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    • 2018.10a
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    • pp.1018-1019
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    • 2018
  • 본 논문에서는 오픈 하드웨어 플랫폼인 라즈베리파이를 활용하여 IoT 디바이스-클라우드 간 발생 가능한 상호운용성 문제를 해결할 수 있는 EdgeX Open Framework 기반 IoT Edge Gateway 개발 과정을 기술하고 이를 검증하였다.

Study of a unified framework for small signal stability of power systems (계통의 종합적 미소신호 안정도 해석에 관한 연구)

  • Kim, Sang-Ahm;Lee, Byoung-Jun;Kwon, Sae-Hyuk
    • Proceedings of the KIEE Conference
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    • 1998.11a
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    • pp.201-203
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    • 1998
  • This paper presents the framework for analysis of small-signal stabili1ty. In this framework the equilibrium points of system DAE model are traced using continuation method and instability points are determined on the solution path. Especially Implicit shift QR-modified ARnoldi method is utilized to calculated the rightmost eigenvalues. ISPS measure is utilized to determine critical parameters.

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A Reference Model Based Framework for Supply Chain Collaboration (공급사슬 협업을 위한 참조모델 기반의 프레임워크)

  • Choi, Younghwan;Chae, Heekwon;Kim, Kwangsoo
    • Journal of Korean Institute of Industrial Engineers
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    • v.31 no.2
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    • pp.152-163
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    • 2005
  • The focus of enterprise collaboration of supply chain management, has changed from integrating and exchanging business information to integrating and managing business processes between business partners. However, the collaboration is difficult due to the inherent complexity such as diverse business processes and dynamic business environments. To settle these problems, a reference model based enterprise architecture framework for the collaboration of supply chains is proposed in this paper. The supply chain collaboration framework is composed of three reference models capturing the different views of supply chain collaboration: supply process reference model, service component reference model, and technology and standard reference model. As the framework adapts the OMG's metadata architecture, the processes in the supply chain can be extended and integrated with other value chains, such as design chains, when it is necessary. Using the proposed framework, business managers can rapidly integrate and manage their business processes with their suppliers and customers.