Cross-Layer Design Based Optimized Link State Routing Protocol for Wireless Mesh Networks

A proactive routing protocol CL-OLSR （cross-layer based optimized link state routing） by using a brand-new routing metric CLM （cross-layer metric） is proposed. CL-OLSR takes into account four link quality impact factors in route calculation through the cross-layer operation mechanism： the node available bandwidth, the node load, the link delivery rate, and the link interference, and thus the effect of route selection is optimized greatly. The simulation results show that the proposed CL-OLSR protocol can not only improve the network throughput to a large extent, but also reduce the end-to-end delay, while achieving load balance route results.

Performance of Cross-Layer Design with Power Allocation in Space-Time Coded MIMO Systems

A cross-layer design(CLD)scheme with combination of power allocation,adaptive modulation(AM)and automatic repeat request(ARQ)is presented for space-time coded MIMO system under imperfect feedback,and the corresponding system performance is investigated in a Rayleigh fading channel.Based on imperfect feedback information,a suboptimal power allocation(PA)scheme is derived to maximize the average spectral efficiency(SE)of the system.The scheme is based on a so-called compressed SNR criterion,and has a closed-form expression for positive power allocation,thus being computationally efficient.Moreover,it can improve SE of the presented CLD.Besides,due to better approximation,it obtains the performance close to the existing optimal approach which requires numerical search.Simulation results show that the proposed CLD with PA can achieve higher SE than the conventional CLD with equal power allocation scheme,and has almost the same performance as CLD with optimal PA.However,it has lower calculation complexity.

Novel Optimized Cross-Layer Design with Maximum Weighted Capacity Based Resource Allocation for AMC/HARQ Wireless Networks

To provide quality-of service (QoS) guarantees for heterogeneous applications, most recent wireless communications technologies and standards combine the error-correcting capability of hybrid automatic repeat request (HARQ) schemes at the data link layer (DLL) with the adaptation ability of the adaptive modulation and coding (AMC) modes at the physical layer (PHY) layer. This paper aims to investigate the aggregated system capacity as well as the breakdown of this capacity for different ACM modes in each HARQ scheme. This investigation was done by using maximum weighted capacity (MWC) resource allocation at the PHY layer in conjunction with a novel packet error rate (PER)-based scheduling at the medium access control (MAC) layer. As a result, the dominant AMC mode corresponding to channel SNR was available.

Cross-layer design of combining AMC with HARQ in cooperative relay system with perfect and imperfect CSI

A cross-layer design which combines adaptive modulation and coding (AMC) at the physical layer with a hybrid automatic repeat request (HARQ) protocol at the data link layer (LL) is presented, in cooperative relay system over Nakagami-m fading channels with perfect and imperfect channel state information (CSI). In order to maximize spectral efficiency (SE) under delay and packet error rate (PER) performance constraints, a state transition model and an optimization framework with perfect CSI are presented. Then the framework is extended to cooperative relay system with imperfect CSI. The numerical results show that the scheme can achieve maximum SE while satisfying transmitting delay requirements. Compared with the imperfect CSI, the average PER with perfect CSI is much lower and the spectral efficiency is much higher.

On Cross-Layer Design of AMC Based on Rate Compatible Punctured Turbo Codes

This paper extends the work on cross-layer design which combines adaptive modulation and coding at the physical layer and hybrid automatic repeat request protocol at the data link layer. By contrast with previous works on this topic, the present development and the performance analysis as well, is based on rate compatible punctured turbo codes. Rate compatibility provides incremental redundancy in transmission of parity bits for error correction at the data link layer. Turbo coding and iterative decoding gives lower packet error rate values in low signal-to-noise ratio regions of the adaptive modulation and coding (AMC) schemes. Thus, the applied cross-layer design results in AMC schemes can achieve better spectral efficiency than convolutional one while it retains the QoS requirements at the application layer. Numerical results in terms of spectral efficiency for both turbo and convolutional rate compatible punctured codes are presented. For a more comprehensive presentation, the performance of rate compatible LDPC is contrasted with turbo case as well as the performance complexity is discussed for each of the above codes.

Cross Layer Design for Cooperative Transmission in Wireless Sensor Networks

Several protocols and schemes have been proposed to reduce energy consumption in Wireless Sensor Net-works (WSNs). In this paper we employ farcoopt, a cross layer design approach with the concept of coop-eration among the nodes with best farthest neighbor scheme to increase the Quality of Service (QoS), reduce energy consumption, increases performance and end-to-end throughput. We present cooperative transmission to connect previously disconnect parts of a network thus overcoming the separation problem of multi-hop network. We show that this approach improves connectivity over 50% compared to multi-hop approaches and reduces the number of nodes necessary to provide full coverage of an area up to 35%. Simulation results show that on increase of data rates i.e. packet the network life time increases in farcoopt as compared to tra-ditional multi hop approach. The result of this analysis is presented in this work.

Factorial Experimental Design to Study the Effects of Layers and Fiber Content on Concrete Flexural Behavior

Experimentation has come a long in helping researchers achieve breakthroughs in their different scientific areas and engineering happens to be one of those areas with the most impact from experimental advancement. The need for valid experimental results free from biases and confounding conclusions has prompted the development of new experimental techniques that takes consideration of all applicable factor and combinations in providing answers on a research topic, and the Factorial Experimental design credited to Sir Ronald Fisher is one technique yielding highly valid results. This paper uses the factorial design of experiments to research the flexural impact of polyvinyl acetate fiber and layered concrete in construction. The experiment considered two levels of fiber contents and two levels of layers, and prepared samples with all combinations of the variable factors. The samples were tested after 7 days from casting for flexural strength and an advance statistical analysis was performed on the flexural responses of the samples using R-program. The results from the analyses revealed the significance of the variables to the flexural strength of the samples, as well as their interactions. The experiment concluded that based on the number of layers and fiber content used for the experiment, casting concrete in layers does have a significant negative effect on the flexural strength of concrete, and the failure pattern of concrete members under flexural load in evidently influenced by the material composition of the concrete, and that it can be evidently influenced by casting the concrete in layers.

Enhanced performance based on cross-layer design from physical to transport layers for multihop wireless networks

This paper puts forward a novel cognitive cross-layer design algorithms for multihop wireless networks optimization across physical,mediam access control （MAC）,network and transport layers.As is well known,the conventional layered-protocol architecture can not provide optimal performance for wireless networks,and cross-layer design is becoming increasingly important for improving the performance of wireless networks.In this study,we formulate a specific network utility maximization （NUM） problem that we believe is appropriate for multihop wireless networks.By using the dual algorithm,the NUM problem has been optimal decomposed and solved with a novel distributed cross-layer design algorithm from physical to transport layers.Our solution enjoys the benefits of cross-layer optimization while maintaining the simplicity and modularity of the traditional layered architecture.The proposed cross-layer design can guarantee the end-to-end goals of data flows while fully utilizing network resources.Computer simulations have evaluated an enhanced performance of the proposed algorithm at both average source rate and network throughput.Meanwhile,the proposed algorithm has low implementation complexity for practical reality.

Cross Layered MAC Design for RF Energy Harvesting Sensor Network

The main research objective in wireless sensor networks (WSN) domain is to develop algorithms and protocols to ensure minimal energy consumption with maximum network lifetime. In this paper, we propose a novel design for energy harvesting sensor node and cross-layered MAC protocol using three adjacent layers (Physical, MAC and Network) to economize energy for WSN. The basic idea behind our protocol is to re-energize the neighboring nodes using the radio frequency (RF) energy transmitted by the active nodes. This can be achieved by designing new energy harvesting sensor node and redesigning the MAC protocol. The results show that the proposed cross layer CL_EHSN improves the life time of the WSN by 40%.

Design of multi-layered porous fibrous metals for optimal sound absorption in the low frequency range

We present a design method for calculating and optimizing sound absorption coefficient of multi-layered porous fibrous metals （PFM） in the low frequency range. PFM is simplified as an equivalent idealized sheet with all metallic fibers aligned in one direction and distributed in periodic hexagonal patterns. We use a phenomenological model in the literature to investigate the effects of pore geometrical parameters （fiber diameter and gap） on sound absorption performance. The sound absorption coefficient of multi- layered PFMs is calculated using impedance translation theorem, To demonstrate the validity of the present model, we compare the predicted results with the experimental data. With the average sound absorption （low frequency range） as the objective function and the fiber gaps as the design variables, an optimization method for multi-layered fibrous metals is proposed. A new fibrous layout with given porosity of multi-layered fibrous metals is suggested to achieve optimal low frequency sound absorption. The sound absorption coefficient of the optimal multi-layered fibrous metal is higher than the single- layered fibrous metal, and a significant effect of the fibrous material on sound absorption is found due to the surface Dorosity of the multi-layered fibrous.

Research on Top-layer Planning and Overall Design Project Decision of Weapon System Based on Analytic Hierarchy Process

Based on analytic hierarchy process(AHP) theory,a vital important problem for top-layer planning and overall design of modern self-propelled gun-howitzer system,namely overall project decision-making,was analyzed.A hierarchy model was built to solve the complex and uncertain problem,and a decision-making index system was established.Then,the weights in all layers of the model were determined by simulating experts.Finally,according to the calculated results of the elements in each layer,the weights of the alternatives to the overall goal were calculated to conduct the hierarchy total decision.A decision example shows that the overall project of a self-propelled gun-howitzer A is much better than that of another self-propelled gun-howitzer B,digitalized in comprehensive efficiency,operability,system accuracy and economy,but inferior to it in the information capability,and there exists relatively larger gap between them in the information sharing index.

电、热、力仿真研究平滑铝护套高压XLPE电缆缓冲层设计

平滑铝护套电缆可有效规避皱纹铝护套电缆缓冲层缺陷,但目前国内对其缓冲层结构设计最优参数尚不明确。通过对绝缘膨胀进行计算、试验验证及公式修正,研究平滑铝护套电缆绝缘膨胀及间隙设计;建立平滑铝护套电缆仿真模型,分析有无空气间隙对电场分布的影响,以及不同缓冲层厚度对平滑铝护套电缆温度、热应力分布的影响;建立平滑铝护套电缆简化结构四点弯曲仿真模型,研究在重力作用下其机械应力分布。结果表明:综合重力、绝缘膨胀等因素,220 kV 1200 mm^(2)平滑铝护套电缆缓冲层和铝套之间的负间隙大小建议设计为1.3~1.6 mm。在平滑铝护套电缆缓冲层设计时,应在满足绝缘热膨胀的同时尽可能减薄缓冲层的厚度,提高电缆载流量,避免铝护套承受过大的热应力。

光致变色纱线在多层织物设计中的应用

为了丰富织物的多样性,利用光致变色纱线,结合表里换层双层组织,设计与开发了“P”字图案表里换层光致变色面料;并进一步设计与开发了上、中层表里换层结构的“E”字图案三层组织光致变色面料,实现了织物在光线照射下单面变色,而反面不显变色的特殊效果。将光致变色纱线与表里换层结构的双层或多层织物相结合,可以形成新型光致变色功能面料,为此类产品的开发与设计提供了一种新思路。

An Innovative Soft Design Science Methodology for Improving Development of a Secure Information System in Tanzania Using Multi-Layered Approach

This paper presents an innovative Soft Design Science Methodology for improving information systems security using multi-layered security approach. The study applied Soft Design Science Methodology to address the problematic situation on how information systems security can be improved. In addition, Soft Design Science Methodology was compounded with mixed research methodology. This holistic approach helped for research methodology triangulation. The study assessed security requirements and developed a framework for improving information systems security. The study carried out maturity level assessment to determine security status quo in the education sector in Tanzania. The study identified security requirements gap (IT security controls, IT security measures) using ISO/IEC 21827: Systems Security Engineering-Capability Maturity Model (SSE-CMM) with a rating scale of 0 - 5. The results of this study show that maturity level across security domain is 0.44 out of 5. The finding shows that the implementation of IT security controls and security measures for ensuring security goals are lacking or conducted in ad-hoc. Thus, for improving the security of information systems, organisations should implement security controls and security measures in each security domain (multi-layer security). This research provides a framework for enhancing information systems security during capturing, processing, storage and transmission of information. This research has several practical contributions. Firstly, it contributes to the body of knowledge of information systems security by providing a set of security requirements for ensuring information systems security. Secondly, it contributes empirical evidence on how information systems security can be improved. Thirdly, it contributes on the applicability of Soft Design Science Methodology on addressing the problematic situation in information systems security. The research findings can be used by decision makers and lawmakers to improve existing cyber security laws, and enact laws for data privacy and sharing of open data.

材料腐蚀与防护实验教学案例设计

针对材料类学生教学需求,以科研项目为牵引,设计了稀土合金化增强耐候钢表面锈层保护性能的实验教学案例。该实验案例以海洋大气环境下耐候钢耐蚀性能亟待提高这一实际工程问题为切入点,通过现场大气曝露腐蚀实验、实验室模拟加速腐蚀实验来评价耐候钢的耐腐蚀能力。通过扫描电镜、X射线衍射分析等物理方法和极化曲线等电化学方法,研究分析了稀土耐候钢在近海大气环境下表面锈层的形貌、物相组成、合金元素分布及其电化学腐蚀行为。利用综合实验结果分析了特定腐蚀环境下稀土耐候钢的耐蚀性能和耐蚀机理。该实验教学案例以“问题提出-材料制备-腐蚀行为分析-耐蚀性能评价”为主线,综合性强,涉及材料合金成分设计、电化学腐蚀机理、表征技术、电化学分析等众多知识点,在一定程度上实现了专业知识的系统化和一体化,对学生创新意识和研究能力的培养具有很好的推动作用。

芳纶针织面料透气透湿及隔热性能研究

通过棉、蚕丝混纺纱,竹炭纤维、丙纶混纺纱和芳纶纱的科学搭配,由龙星制版系统进行双面针织物结构数字化设计,利用艺术设计方法有效地在结构和空间中进行科学合理的分配和排列,制备了纬编间隔织物和罗纹空气层织物,探讨了芳纶协同高舒适性双面针织物的透气透湿、隔热等性能。结果表明:通过有效的数字化方法所设计的空气层组织中,芳纶与竹炭、丙纶混纺纱搭配织造的空气层织物透气性更好,纬编间隔组织中,芳纶与竹炭、丙纶混纺纱间隔织物比芳纶与蚕丝、棉混纺纱间隔织物的透气性好。蚕丝的透湿性比竹炭纤维更好,更适用于制作服装纤维材料。

基于总安全系数法的喷射混凝土支护承载能力的试验研究

为验证总安全系数法中喷层的荷载结构模型及其安全系数计算方法,研制大型隧道结构模型试验系统,采取结构试验的方法,开展毛洞、不同厚度喷层以及二次衬砌的加载破坏试验。通过围岩和细砂材料的三轴试验明确模型试验中各材料的物理与力学参数,模拟毛洞、不同厚度喷层以及二次衬砌的加载破坏全过程,依据破坏状态明确喷层与二次衬砌的设计承载能力,试验中监测围岩应力应变、喷层内外侧应变和喷层位移,结合监测结果分析喷层与二次衬砌在承载过程中的变形特征与受力特征,明晰喷层与二次衬砌的承载机制,并与总安全系数法理论计算结果进行对比分析。结果表明:1)在试验断面条件下喷层受力状态为小偏心受压,喷层与围岩之间的粘结能有效传递剪力,从而减少了喷层的弯矩,有利于充分发挥喷层的抗压强度,同厚度情况下喷层的设计承载力要高于二次衬砌;2)试验得到的厚度为2 cm和4 cm喷层的设计承载力比总安全系数法理论计算结果分别大27.0%和22.9%,表明总安全系数法的喷层承载力计算模型是合理的,并具有合适的安全性。

基于钻井泥浆优化设计水淹层识别技术研究

南堡凹陷深层岩性复杂、物性、含油性变化大,油气层测井特征非常复杂,识别难度大。注淡水开发加剧了储层水性的复杂程度,电性特征更加复杂,以电阻率-孔隙度为主的常规测井系列水淹层定性识别技术具有较大的局限性。由于自然电位测井正幅度差异能够有效指示储层水性变化,通过控制钻井泥浆矿化度,使自然电位在油层处呈现较小或微幅度正差异,在水淹层处呈现较大幅度正差异来指示储层水性变化,突出水淹层、识别隐蔽油气层。现场应用实践表明,通过合理控制钻井泥浆矿化度,利用自然电位正幅度差异指示储层水性变化,能够对水淹层及隐蔽油气层进行识别,取得了良好应用效果。

碳纤维电池包箱体的设计与铺层优化研究

为实现电池包箱体的轻量化设计,采用碳纤维复合材料取代传统金属构建电池包箱体结构。首先对碳纤维电池包的动静态性能开展有限元分析,并基于性能要求对上盖板依次进行形貌优化和尺寸优化,对下箱体进行结构优化,使下箱体质量减轻31.1%,且一阶固有频率提升至50.63 Hz,然后,开展了箱体铺层优化分析,基于Isight平台对下箱体的质量和一阶固有频率进行多目标优化,利用熵-优劣解距离法(TOPSIS)确定最优铺层设计方案,并综合考虑层合板铺覆工艺对铺层顺序进行全面优化,优化分析结果表明,下箱体实现质量减轻58.9%,且各工况下的最大位移和最大应力均有所减小,电池包箱体动静态性能均得到提升。