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Range-free Localization Based on Residual Force-vector with Kalman Filter in Wireless Sensor Networks (무선 센서 네트워크에서 칼만 필터를 이용한 잔여 힘-벡터 기반 Range-free 위치인식 알고리즘)

  • Lee, Sang-Woo;Lee, Chae-Woo
    • The Journal of Korean Institute of Communications and Information Sciences
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    • v.35 no.4B
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    • pp.647-658
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    • 2010
  • Many localization schemes estimate the locations of radio nodes based on the physical locations of anchors and the connectivity from the anchors. Since they only consider the knowledge of the anchors without else other nodes, they are likely to have enormous error in location estimate unless the range information from the anchors is accurate or there are sufficiently many anchors. In this paper, we propose a novel localization algorithm with the location knowledge of anchors and even one-hop neighbors to localize unknown nodes in the uniform distance from all the one-hop neighbors without the range information. The node in the uniform distance to its all neighbors reduces the location error relative to the neighbors. It further alleviates the location error between its actual and estimated locations. We evaluate our algorithm through extensive simulations under a variety of node densities and anchor placement methods.

Instrumentation and system identification of a typical school building in Istanbul

  • Bakir, Pelin Gundes
    • Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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    • v.43 no.2
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    • pp.179-197
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    • 2012
  • This study presents the findings of the structural health monitoring and the real time system identification of one of the first large scale building instrumentations in Turkey for earthquake safety. Within this context, a thorough review of steps in the instrumentation, monitoring is presented and seismic performance evaluation of structures using both nonlinear pushover and nonlinear dynamic time history analysis is carried out. The sensor locations are determined using the optimal sensor placement techniques used in NASA for on orbit modal identification of large space structures. System identification is carried out via the stochastic subspace technique. The results of the study show that under ambient vibrations, stocky buildings can be substantially stiffer than what is predicted by the finite element models due to the presence of a large number of partitioning walls. However, in a severe earthquake, it will not be safe to rely on this resistance due to the fact that once the partitioning walls crack, the bare frame contributes to the lateral stiffness of the building alone. Consequently, the periods obtained from system identification will be closer to those obtained from the FE analysis. A technique to control the validity of the proportional damping assumption is employed that checks the presence of phase difference in displacements of different stories obtained from band pass filtered records and it is confirmed that the "proportional damping assumption" is valid for this structure. Two different techniques are implemented for identifying the influence of the soil structure interaction. The first technique uses the transfer function between the roof and the basement in both directions. The second technique uses a pre-whitening filter on the data obtained from both the basement and the roof. Subsequently the impulse response function is computed from the scaled cross correlation between the input and the output. The overall results showed that the structure will satisfy the life safety performance level in a future earthquake but some soil structure interaction effects should be expected in the North South direction.

EF Sensor-Based Hand Motion Detection and Automatic Frame Extraction (EF 센서기반 손동작 신호 감지 및 자동 프레임 추출)

  • Lee, Hummin;Jung, Sunil;Kim, Youngchul
    • Smart Media Journal
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    • v.9 no.4
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    • pp.102-108
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    • 2020
  • In this paper, we propose a real-time method of detecting hand motions and extracting the signal frame induced by EF(Electric Field) sensors. The signal induced by hand motion includes not only noises caused by various environmental sources as well as sensor's physical placement, but also different initial off-set conditions. Thus, it has been considered as a challenging problem to detect the motion signal and extract the motion frame automatically in real-time. In this study, we remove the PLN(Power Line Noise) using LPF with 10Hz cut-off and successively apply MA(Moving Average) filter to obtain clean and smooth input motion signals. To sense a hand motion, we use two thresholds(positive and negative thresholds) with offset value to detect a starting as well as an ending moment of the motion. Using this approach, we can achieve the correct motion detection rate over 98%. Once the final motion frame is determined, the motion signals are normalized to be used in next process of classification or recognition stage such as LSTN deep neural networks. Our experiment and analysis show that our proposed methods produce better than 98% performance in correct motion detection rate as well as in frame-matching rate.

Immersive Smart Balance Board with Multiple Feedback (다중 피드백을 지원하는 몰입형 스마트 밸런스 보드)

  • Seung-Yong Lee;Seonho Lee;Junesung Park;Min-Chul Shin;Seung-Hyun Yoon
    • Journal of the Korea Computer Graphics Society
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    • v.30 no.3
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    • pp.171-178
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    • 2024
  • Exercises using a Balance Board (BB) are effective in developing balance, strengthening core muscles, and improving physical fitness and concentration. In particular, the Smart Balance Board (SBB), which integrates with various digital content, provides appropriate feedback compared to traditional balance boards, maximizing the effectiveness of the exercise. However, most systems only offer visual and auditory feedback, failing to evaluate the impact on user engagement, interest, and the accuracy of exercise postures. This study proposes an Immersive Smart Balance Board (I-SBB) that utilizes multiple sensors to enable training with various feedback mechanisms and precise postures. The proposed system, based on Arduino, consists of a gyro sensor for measuring the board's posture, a communication module for wired/wireless communication, an infrared sensor to guide the user's foot placement, and a vibration motor for tactile feedback. The board's posture measurements are smoothly corrected using a Kalman Filter, and the multi-sensor data is processed in real-time using FreeRTOS. The proposed I-SBB is shown to be effective in enhancing user concentration and engagement, as well as generating interest, by integrating with diverse content.

Comparative Study of GPS-Integrated Concrete Supply Management using Discrete Event Simulation

  • Zekavat, Payam Rahnamayie;Mortaheb, Mohammad Mehdi;Han, Sangwon;Bernold, Leonhard
    • Journal of Construction Engineering and Project Management
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    • v.4 no.2
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    • pp.31-40
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    • 2014
  • The management of vehicular supply of "perishable" construction material, such as concrete mixes, faces a series of uncertainties such as weather, daily traffic patterns and accidents. Presented in this paper is a logistics control model for managing a hauling fleet with interrelated processes at both ends and queue capacities. Discrete event simulation is used to model the complex interactions of production units and the randomness of the real world. Two alternative strategies for ready mix concrete delivery, with and without an off-site waiting queue, are studied to compare supply performance. Secondly, the paper discusses the effect of an agent-based GPS tracking system providing real-time travel data that lessens the uncertainty of trucking time. The results show that the combination of GPS information with off-site queuing reduces productivity loss and process wastes of concrete placement as well as the idleness of supply trucks when crew or pump experience an unexpected stoppage.

Study on DEVS Based Development that GPS Location Tracking System (DEVS 기반의 GPS 위치추적 시스템 개발에 관한 연구)

  • Seo, Hee Suk;Ju, Seung Hwan;Lee, Eun Jung;Lee, Seung Jae
    • Journal of Korea Society of Digital Industry and Information Management
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    • v.6 no.3
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    • pp.1-8
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    • 2010
  • Recently, the missing due to the heinous crimes occurred in succession has been the focus of attention, so measures for these are urgently needed. So, it is necessary that we need to check and take care the weak like children, women, the elderly with dementia and insane person to prevent these social problems. This study is location-based service that suggests the tracking system and way to guard a family and property from the various risk factors which are possible in our life. To acquire the location of the user who is in motion, a communications network technologies were integrated and the system will be able to be monitoring in real time through the website. So, it is convenient and safe because it is possible to use anywhere. Concretely, it was described around location-based service, GPS system, tracking system, process of the service solution and composition for the system. Also, the way to activate the system will be suggested. The final suggested system was verified the possibility through the placement. With this, i will offer effective measures which is more convenient to use and reliable.

Development of On Board Pyro-Shock Recorder for Launch Vehicle (발사체 탑재용 파이로 충격기록장치 개발 및 시험)

  • Kim, Joo-Nyun;Jung, Hae-Seung;Lee, Jae-Deuk;Kim, Bo-Gwan
    • Journal of the Korean Society for Aeronautical & Space Sciences
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    • v.33 no.5
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    • pp.65-71
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    • 2005
  • Pyro-shock measurement system in launch vehicle is necessary to validate structural robustness and to prepare environmental qualification criteria for launch vehicle systems. This paper describes design, development and function test of prototype pyro-shock recorder to be employed on KSLV-I in the near future. Due to the limitation of telemetry transmission rate, pyro-shock recorder acquires and stores the shock sensor data with high sampling rate in short period and sends the data to the KSLV-I telemetry system with lower data rate. Signal conditioning in pyro-shock recorder is designed to enhance signal-to-noise ratio through proper placement of anti-aliasing filter.

Thermal Sensor Allocation and Placement Algorithm on FPGA Based Design (FPGA 기반 설계의 온도 센서 최적 배치 알고리즘)

  • Hyeon, Cheol-Hwan;Nam, Hyoung-Wook;Kim, Yong-Ju;Kim, Tae-Whan
    • Proceedings of the Korean Information Science Society Conference
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    • 2008.06b
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    • pp.292-297
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    • 2008
  • 본 논문은 FPGA 기반 설계에서 주변보다 급격한 온도 변화를 보이는 hotspot들을 탐지하기 위한 열 감지 센서 수를 정하고, 센서의 놓여야 할 배치 장소를 결정하는 알고리즘을 제안한다. 열 감지 센서로는 동적으로 설계가 가능한 ring oscillator 센서 기술을 사용한다는 가정 하에, 센서의 사용 개수를 최소화함과 동시에 최적의 센서 배치 위치 찾는다. 기존의 연구의 단점은 센서가 감지하는 영역 범위를 적당한 크기의 정사각형으로 간주하였기에, 실제 원형의 관측 범위를 보이는 센서 감지 영역의 현실을 올바로 반영하지 못하였으며, 또한 잘 알려진 회로 분할(partition) 기법에 의존한 휴리스틱으로 최적의 결과를 보장하지는 못하였다. 이와는 달리 본 연구에서는 센서의 관측 범위를 원형으로 할 수도 있게 함과 동시에 최적의 해를 보장하는 센서 할당 및 배치 알고리즘을 제안한다. 구체적으로 본 제안 알고즘에서는 소위 “Candidate Coloring 기법”을 통해 센서가 놓여야 할 모든 후보 영역을 표시하며, “Candidate Filtering 기법”을 통해 불필요한 후보 영역들을 완전히 삭제하여 탐색 공간을 줄이게 되며 (해의 최적 해는 항상 유지 되도록 하면서), 마지막으로 Branch-and-Bound 알고리즘을 적용해 최적의 센서 할당 및 배치 결과를 찾아내었다.

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Direct digital radiography versus conventional radiography for estimation of canal length in curved canals

  • Mohtavipour, Seiedeh Tahereh;Dalili, Zahra;Azar, Nasim Gheshlaghi
    • Imaging Science in Dentistry
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    • v.41 no.1
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    • pp.7-10
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    • 2011
  • Purpose : The purpose of this study was to compare the conventional and digital radiography in the estimation of working length in mandibular molars. Materials and Methods : Sixty molar teeth were selected and divided into three groups in the basis of canal curves (0-$15^{\circ}$, 15-$30^{\circ}$, > $30^{\circ}$). After the placement of a 15 K-file, radiographs were taken with a conventional film (Fspeed) and a digital sensor. Canal lengths were measured in these images by two observers. Statistical analysis was performed with repeated measures of ANOVA and paired sample t-test with 95% confidence. Results : There was a high inter-observer agreement on the measurements of working length in conventional and digital radiographs. There was no significant difference between the mean values of measurements in conventional and digital radiography. Moreover, there was no significant difference between conventional and digital radiography with the actual values in the basis of canal curves. Conclusion : The accuracy of conventional and digital radiography in the determination of the working length was in an acceptable range.

Model Validation for the CBS Ku-Band Transponder Panel Using Launch Environmental Test (발사환경시험을 이용한 통신방송위성 Ku대역 중계기 패널의 모델 검증)

  • Seo Hyun Suk;Choi Jang Sub;Park Jong Heung;Woo Hyung Je
    • Transactions of the Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers A
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    • v.29 no.3 s.234
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    • pp.387-394
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    • 2005
  • Accurate predictions and simulations of the behavior of space structures based on analytical models become more important. In order to perform analysis to support the design of Ku-band transponder panel for the Communications and Broadcasting Satellite(CBS), mathematical models of the panel were generated in the form of finite element models. Test verification of these models is required before the transponder panel can be certified for launch environments. A modal identification was performed to obtain modal parameters which can be compared with the test results using correlation techniques. This paper approaches the sensor placement from the standpoint of the structural dynamicist who uses the modal parameter obtained during launch environmental test. The models were validated by performing a test-analysis correlation and updating analysis. It was proved that the Ku-band transponder panel satisfies the environmental test requirements.