In this research, a quick switching sampling (QSS) system based on the coefficient of variation (CV) is developed, which utilizes information from present and previous lots to make a decision about the submitted lot of product. The design parameters...
With the aim of achieving the combat technical requirements of super-quick (SQ) initiation and reliable self-destruction (SD) of a small-caliber projectile fuze, this paper describes a high-functional-density integrated (HFDI) inertial switch based o...
This paper presents a lightweight end-effector quick-change control system for robotic arms, designed for scenarios such as workpiece assembly that require rapid switching between multiple end-effectors. The system utilizes a proprietary quick-change...
Due to numerous advantages, a neutral point clamped (NPC) inverter is a preferred choice for high-power applications and renewable technology. The reliability of the NPC inverter is a major concerning factor during the assessment of system performanc...
Multi-port energy routers are a core device that integrates distributed energy sources and enables energy-to-energy interconnections. For the energy routing system, the construction of its topology, the establishment of internal model switching and t...
Phase-shifted converters are practically important to provide high conversion efficiencies through soft-switching techniques. However, the limitation on a resonant inductor current in the converters often leads to a non-fulfillment of the requirement...
Three-leg AC-DC Vienna rectifiers are susceptible to single open-switch faults, which make DC-link voltage ripple and make three-leg input AC currents distorted and unbalanced. Thus, this paper presents a quick identification method for single open-s...
31 May 2019
One of the most interesting features of Staphylococcus aureus is its ability to switch to a small colony variant (SCV). This switch allows the pathogen to survive periods of antibiotic treatment or pressure from the immune system of the host and furt...
Resistive switching behaviour has been demonstrated to be a common characteristic to many materials. In this regard, research teams to date have produced a plethora of different devices exhibiting diverse behaviour, but when system design is consider...
Distributed generation (DG) resources integration into power system results in environmental and economic benefits. However, technical challenges may create many problems for the distribution system. Islanding detection is the topmost technical persp...
A time-sequential working, spatially-multiplexed autostereoscopic 3D display design consisting of a fast switchable RGB-color filter array and a fast color display is presented. The newly-introduced 3D display design is usable as a multi-user display...
Incorporation of a pH-sensitive conformational switch into a lipid structure enables a drastic conformational flip upon protonation that disrupts the liposome membrane and causes rapid release of cargo specifically in areas of increased acidity. pH-s...
In this study, a fault-tolerant control (FTC) tactic using a sliding mode controller–observer method for uncertain and faulty robotic manipulators is proposed. First, a finite-time disturbance observer (DO) is proposed based on the sliding mode...
Z and quasi-Z-source inverters (Z/qZSI) have a nonlinear impedance network on their
Most buildings are not continuously occupied, such as office buildings, schools, churches and many residential buildings. Maintaining comfortable conditions only during the occupied periods reduces the energy costs. This can be done by lowering the t...
Power system flexibility is becoming increasingly critical in modern power systems due to the quick switch from fossil fuel-based power generation to renewables, old-fashioned infrastructures, and a sharp rise in demand. If a power system complies wi...
IoT technology is evolving at a quick pace and is becoming an important part of everyday life. Consequently, IoT systems hold large amounts of data related to the user of the system that is vulnerable to security breaches. Thus, data collected by IoT...
Grid-connected PV inverters require sophisticated control procedures for smooth integration with the modern electrical grid. The ability of FCS-MPC to manage the discrete character of power electronic devices is highly acknowledged, since it enables...
This paper presents the design and development of a new modular wall-climbing robot—Modular Wall Climbing-1 (MC-1)—for solving the problem of autonomous wall switching observed in wall-climbing robots. Each modular robot is capable of ind...
The increase in renewable energy sources (RESs) in power systems is causing significant changes in their dynamic behavior. To ensure the safe operation of these systems, it is necessary to develop new methods for preserving transient stability that f...
Significant advances have been made in prostheses with the aim of enhancing the quality of life for transfemoral amputees. While commercially available transfemoral prostheses mainly focus on the developing passive prostheses that act only as dampers...
In this paper, we propose a nonlinear tracking solution for maneuvering aerial targets based on an adaptive interacting multiple model (IMM) framework and unscented Kalman filters (UKFs), termed as AIMM-UKF. The purpose is to obtain more accurate est...
Octopus tentacles are equipped with numerous suckers, wherein the muscles contract and expel air, creating a pressure difference. Subsequently, when the muscular tension is released, objects can be securely adhered to. This mechanism has been widely...
The integration of shiftable/curtailment distribution generators (DGs) along with quick-response storage has not only increased the transaction’s flexibility but also puzzled the bidding willingness of transmission-connected market players (TMP...
In Chinese medicine, the effect of promoting blood circulation and removing stasis could be enhanced after Chuanxiong Rhizoma is processed by wine. However, the relevant mechanism remains unclear. In this manuscript, a rapid and sensitive quantificat...
Building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) glazing systems with intelligent window technologies enhance building energy efficiency by generating electricity and managing daylighting. This study explores advanced BIPV glazing, focusing on building-integr...
Phospholipid (PL) membranes are ubiquitous in nature and their phase behavior has been extensively studied. Lipids assemble in a variety of structures and external stimuli can activate a quick switch between them. Amphiphilic block copolymers (BCPs)...
The implementation of photoelectric conversion in photoelectric integrated systems requires the design of photodetectors (PDs) with quick response times and low power consumption. In this work, the self-powered photodetector was prepared by antimony...
Unlike the winding structure of existing three-phase single winding motors, the winding structure of the dual winding motor (DWM) contains a master part and two slave parts. Thus, when the master part fails, it can be driven using the remaining slave...
The design and testing phase of photovoltaic (PV) power systems requires time-consuming and expensive field-testing activities for the proper operational evaluation of maximum power point trackers (MPPT), battery chargers, DC/AC inverters. Instead, t...
Humanoid robots are equipped with humanoid arms to make them more acceptable to the general public. Humanoid robots are a great challenge in robotics. The concept of digital twin technology complies with the guiding ideology of not only Industry 4.0,...
The molecular engineering of conjugated systems has proven to be an effective method for understanding structure–property relationships toward the advancement of optoelectronic properties and biosensing characteristics. Herein, a series of thre...
Finding an appropriate technique to detect an islanding issue is one of the major challenges associated with the design of a resilient grid-linked photovoltaic-based distributed power generation (PV-DPG) system. In general, the technique used for isl...
Virtual reality (VR)/the metaverse is transforming into a ubiquitous technology by leveraging smart devices to provide highly immersive experiences at an affordable price. Cryptographically securing such augmented reality schemes is of paramount impo...
This paper presents an improved control system for a small flux-switching permanent magnet motor (FSPM) to enhance its performance and torque sensing. The analytical magnetic circuit design was used to determine the related motor parameters, such as...
Deterministic, microsecond-level timing reproduction in full-system virtualization remains a key challenge for hardware-in-the-loop simulation of timing-sensitive communication buses. This paper presents a virtual time-driven approach that models pro...
In order to improve power quality in low-voltage distribution networks with nonlinear, distorted, and unbalanced loads, this research suggests an innovative design for Shunt Active Power Filters (SAPFs). Compared to conventional single-inverter SAPF...
This study assessed the safety and performance of ARTFit, a new tool embedded in MAESTRO, the cochlear implant (CI) system software by MED-EL GmbH (Innsbruck, Austria). ARTFit automatically measures thresholds of the electrically evoked compound acti...
28 November 2022
Plant–water relations mediated by aquaporins (AQPs) play vital roles in both key plant growth processes and responses to environmental challenges. As a well-known medicinal and edible plant, the harsh natural growth habitat endows Lycium plants...
Introduction: In recent years, the integration of robotic systems into various aspects of daily life has become increasingly common. As these technologies continue to advance, ensuring user-friendly interfaces and seamless interactions becomes more e...
In conventional reliability analysis, the duration of interruptions relied on the input parameter of mean time to repair (MTTR) values in the network components. For certain criteria without network automation, reconfiguration functionalities and/or...