Mill vibration is a common problem in rolling production,which directly affects the thickness accuracy of the strip and may even lead to strip fracture accidents in serious cases.The existing vibration prediction mode...Mill vibration is a common problem in rolling production,which directly affects the thickness accuracy of the strip and may even lead to strip fracture accidents in serious cases.The existing vibration prediction models do not consider the features contained in the data,resulting in limited improvement of model accuracy.To address these challenges,this paper proposes a multi-dimensional multi-modal cold rolling vibration time series prediction model(MDMMVPM)based on the deep fusion of multi-level networks.In the model,the long-term and short-term modal features of multi-dimensional data are considered,and the appropriate prediction algorithms are selected for different data features.Based on the established prediction model,the effects of tension and rolling force on mill vibration are analyzed.Taking the 5th stand of a cold mill in a steel mill as the research object,the innovative model is applied to predict the mill vibration for the first time.The experimental results show that the correlation coefficient(R^(2))of the model proposed in this paper is 92.5%,and the root-mean-square error(RMSE)is 0.0011,which significantly improves the modeling accuracy compared with the existing models.The proposed model is also suitable for the hot rolling process,which provides a new method for the prediction of strip rolling vibration.展开更多
In this paper, a compensated compactness framework is established for sonicsubsonic approximate solutions to the n-dimensional (n ≥ 2) Euler equations for steady irrotational flow that may contain stagnation points...In this paper, a compensated compactness framework is established for sonicsubsonic approximate solutions to the n-dimensional (n ≥ 2) Euler equations for steady irrotational flow that may contain stagnation points. This compactness framework holds provided that the approximate solutions are uniformly bounded and satisfy Hloc^-1(Ω) compactness conditions. As illustration, we show the existence of sonic-subsonic weak solution to n-dimensional (n ≥ 2) Euler equations for steady irrotational flow past obstacles or through an infinitely long nozzle. This is the first result concerning the sonic-subsonic limit for n-dimension (n ≥ 3).展开更多
Aiming at the concept of "diagnosis", a simple and effective broadband radar cross section (RCS) measurement system is constructed, and some multi-dimensional scattering properties diagnosis techniques are present...Aiming at the concept of "diagnosis", a simple and effective broadband radar cross section (RCS) measurement system is constructed, and some multi-dimensional scattering properties diagnosis techniques are presented based on the system. Firstly, a stepped-frequency signal is employed to achieve high range resolution, combining with a variety of signal processing tech- niques. Secondly, cross-range resolution is gained with a rotating table, and the high-resolution two-dimensional (2-D) imaging of the scale model is obtained by the microwave imaging theory. Finally, two receiving antennas with a small distance in altitude are used, and the three-dimensional (3-D) height distribution of scattering points on the scale model is extracted from the phase of images. Some typical bodies and a scale aircraft model are diagnosed in an anechoic chamber. The experimental results show that, after scaling with a metal sphere, the accurate one- dimensional (l-D) RCS pattern of the model is obtained, and it has a large dynamic range. When the bandwidth of the transmitting signal is 4 GHz, the resolution of the 2-D image can reach to 0.037 5 m. The 3-D height distribution of scattering points is given by interferometric measurement. This paper provides a feasible way to obtain high-precision scattering properties parameters of the scale aircraft model in a conventional rectangular anechoic chamber.展开更多
Similarity measure design for discrete data group was proposed. Similarity measure design for continuous membership function was also carried out. Proposed similarity measures were designed based on fuzzy number and d...Similarity measure design for discrete data group was proposed. Similarity measure design for continuous membership function was also carried out. Proposed similarity measures were designed based on fuzzy number and distance measure, and were proved. To calculate the degree of similarity of discrete data, relative degree between data and total distribution was obtained. Discrete data similarity measure was completed with combination of mentioned relative degrees. Power interconnected system with multi characteristics was considered to apply discrete similarity measure. Naturally, similarity measure was extended to multi-dimensional similarity measure case, and applied to bus clustering problem.展开更多
English Language teaching involves various English teaching techniques in terms of listening,speaking,reading,writ ing and the like skills.Traditional teaching ways are mostly discussed from that standpoint.Here,some ...English Language teaching involves various English teaching techniques in terms of listening,speaking,reading,writ ing and the like skills.Traditional teaching ways are mostly discussed from that standpoint.Here,some new English classroom teaching techniques are introduced and evaluated in a dimensional perspective,which relate to such elements as the students,the teacher,classroom organization and management,and instructional strategies,etc.It makes English classroom teaching more effec tive,thus improve English classroom teaching results.So,it’s advisable for English teachers to reconsider and reevaluate their teaching strategy and result in language classroom from a new multi-dimensional angle in order to improve English teaching effi ciency.展开更多
The Multi-dimensional Pedestrian System( MPS) is an integral part of the new campus of University of Macao. It observes the principle of "pedestrian first " and features a pedestrian-vehicle dividing system....The Multi-dimensional Pedestrian System( MPS) is an integral part of the new campus of University of Macao. It observes the principle of "pedestrian first " and features a pedestrian-vehicle dividing system.Based on a comprehensive analysis of the location,climate,ecology and other factors of the project site,the conception of the idea of MPS and the related researches are illustrated. The transportation features of the MPS,as summarized,include multi-dimensions,short-distance and weather-resistance. Its features for the sake of livability include integration of nature, respect for the environment and sharing of landscape. Upon the completion of the project, the effects on its users were tested. Finally, some constructive rules for the construction of similar campus pedestrian systems were proposed.展开更多
Integrating with practical e-commerce application, this paper introduces a novel multi-dimension evaluation method to depict and calculate the trust values. The multi-dimension evaluation metrics include functional an...Integrating with practical e-commerce application, this paper introduces a novel multi-dimension evaluation method to depict and calculate the trust values. The multi-dimension evaluation metrics include functional and nonfunctional properties and corresponding weights. The continuous measurement values and the Markov chain mechanism are adopted to compute the trust value and detect the malicious behaviors. The current evaluation has larger influence factor on the next transaction behavior. A trust model is implemented with web service which consists of publication, filtrating, calculating and storage center. It is easily extended and the user only defines each property and its weights according to specific requirements, then the trust values are got. In order to conveniently manage and avoid the dead-lock, some constraint rules are proposed. The results show that the method based on multi-dimension can reflect objectively the dynamic change of trust values.展开更多
The“Ordinary High School Mathematics Curriculum Standards(2017 Edition,2020 Revision)”clearly stated in“Teaching Suggestions”that“teaching activities based on the core literacy of mathematics should grasp the ess...The“Ordinary High School Mathematics Curriculum Standards(2017 Edition,2020 Revision)”clearly stated in“Teaching Suggestions”that“teaching activities based on the core literacy of mathematics should grasp the essence of mathematics,create appropriate teaching situations,put forward appropriate mathematical questions,stimulate students to think and communicate,and form and develop the core literacy of mathematics.”The task-driven teaching model is a new type of teaching method that takes tasks as the main line,teachers as the guide,and students as the main body,which can enable students to engage deeply in classroom discussions and think actively.Based on the characteristics and principles of the task-driven teaching method,this paper designs a high school mathematics classroom teaching based on the task-driven teaching method,hoping to provide a reference for the majority of front-line teachers.展开更多
In the present context of increasing social demands for natural science education,increasing people s awareness of environmental biodiversity protection,and ecological civilization lifting to the state strategy,it is ...In the present context of increasing social demands for natural science education,increasing people s awareness of environmental biodiversity protection,and ecological civilization lifting to the state strategy,it is just the time to explore a new botany field practice model.The attempt of a new task-driven model for botany field practice will greatly enhance students thinking about plants and nature,plants and environment,and plant and ecological civilization,and will inevitably enhance students initiative awareness and practical ability to protect and rationally utilize plant resources.展开更多
A new challenge has been brought by the rapid development of information technology to medical teaching, and the teaching reform of the medical education in China should be deepened for attaining a development. The co...A new challenge has been brought by the rapid development of information technology to medical teaching, and the teaching reform of the medical education in China should be deepened for attaining a development. The core of deepening medical teaching reform is to break the traditional teaching model (i.e. giving a lecture), and create a better classroom teaching situation by making full use of the modern teaching methods. In B-learning, the effective combination of the traditional teaching method' s advantages with the E-learning in a pure technical environment is advocated. In the task-driven teaching, a teaching design is made by students in a real or simulated real environment. In this paper, the effective combination of B-learning with the task-driven teaching model is introduced, so that the better teaching effect is achieved.展开更多
Using a well-known result of polynomial over the finite field p , we show that the Euler-Fermat theorem holds inN [x]. We present a multi-dimension RSA cryptosystem and point out that low exponent algorithm of attacki...Using a well-known result of polynomial over the finite field p , we show that the Euler-Fermat theorem holds inN [x]. We present a multi-dimension RSA cryptosystem and point out that low exponent algorithm of attacking RSA is not suitable for the multi-dimension RSA. Therefore, it is believed that the security of the new cryptosystem is mainly based on the factorization of large integers.展开更多
This paper is concerned with the dissipation of solutions of the isentropic Navier-Stokes equations in even and bigger than two multi-dimensions. Pointwise estimates of the time-asymptotic shape of the solutions are o...This paper is concerned with the dissipation of solutions of the isentropic Navier-Stokes equations in even and bigger than two multi-dimensions. Pointwise estimates of the time-asymptotic shape of the solutions are obtained and the generalized Huygan's principle is exhibited. The approch of the paper is based on the detailed analysis of the Green function of Iinearized system. This is used to study the coupling of nonlinear diffesion waves.展开更多
Study of fuzzy entropy and similarity measure on intuitionistic fuzzy sets (IFSs) was proposed and analyzed. Unlike fuzzy set, IFSs contain uncertainty named hesitance, which is contained in fuzzy membership function ...Study of fuzzy entropy and similarity measure on intuitionistic fuzzy sets (IFSs) was proposed and analyzed. Unlike fuzzy set, IFSs contain uncertainty named hesitance, which is contained in fuzzy membership function itself. Hence, designing fuzzy entropy is not easy because of many entropy definitions. By considering different fuzzy entropy definitions, fuzzy entropy on IFSs is designed and discussed. Similarity measure was also presented and its usefulness was verified to evaluate degree of similarity.展开更多
A good cooling circle should ensure that the system can work at an appropriate temperature in the requirements of power increase,engine compartment constraint and working demands for modern engineering machinery,which...A good cooling circle should ensure that the system can work at an appropriate temperature in the requirements of power increase,engine compartment constraint and working demands for modern engineering machinery,which asks for a thorough understanding of system thermal loads before practical production.However,traditional experiment method spends a long time,costs a huge resource but lacks efficiency,whereas virtual design can avoid the shortcomings of traditional method and can analyze operating states adequately with variable loads on engine,generator,drives,battery pack and HVAC systems.Therefore,this paper focuses on a new virtual design method based on multi-dimension coupled simulation adopting Flowmaster software for initial prediction and CFX tool for further optimization.The simulation results in different operating conditions are compared and validated with experiments.Orthogonal experiment and range analysis are used to explore key parameters of cooling system.The research will be helpful in guiding future design and optimization of engineering machinery.展开更多
A front-end optics system has been developed for the EAST microwave imaging reflectometry for 2D density fluctuation measurement.Via the transmitter optics system,a combination of eight transmitter beams with independ...A front-end optics system has been developed for the EAST microwave imaging reflectometry for 2D density fluctuation measurement.Via the transmitter optics system,a combination of eight transmitter beams with independent frequencies is employed to illuminate wide poloidal regions on eight distinct cutoff layers.The receiver optics collect the reflected wavefront and project them onto the vertical detector array with 12 antennas.Utilizing optimized Field Curvature adjustment lenses in the receiver optics,the front-end optics system provides a flexible and perfect matching between the image plane and a specified cutoff layer in the plasma,which ensures the correct data interpretation of density fluctuation measurement.展开更多
Outcome-based Education is a kind of ability-oriented education mode,which is oriented by social needs and focuses on cultivating students'ability to solve practical problems.All aspects of this education mode are...Outcome-based Education is a kind of ability-oriented education mode,which is oriented by social needs and focuses on cultivating students'ability to solve practical problems.All aspects of this education mode are designed and implemented closely around students.Taking the teaching of database principle and application course as an example,aiming at a series of problems existing in the current course teaching,taking OBE education concept as the main teaching reform guiding strategy,this paper puts forward a series of reform measures and solutions from the aspects of teaching goal formulation,teaching content optimization,teaching methods innovation,experimental design optimization,evaluation system innovation,etc.展开更多
Driven by an ever-increasing num- ber of new services and applications, transport networks have been undergoing significant changes. In this paper, we describe several ex- citing technology directions associated with ...Driven by an ever-increasing num- ber of new services and applications, transport networks have been undergoing significant changes. In this paper, we describe several ex- citing technology directions associated with future optical transport networks. We review the status of 100G, which is now commercially available and entering volume deployments, and its applications in China. Beyond 100G is considered as the primary technology for the expansion of both channel and fiber capacity in tile near term, and several enabling techniques are introduced. Then, key technologies, prod- ucts, and future evolutionary options of Optical Transport Networks (OTNs) are extensively discussed. Compared to fixed bandwidth and coarse granularity of current WDM network, a flexible grid architecture is a desirable evolu- tion trend, and key technologies and challenges are described. Finally, we illustrate the multi-dimension convergences in terms of IP and optical, Packet OTN (P-OTN), as well as Electronic Integrated Circuits (EICs) and Photonic Integrated Cimuits (PICs). Transport networks are therefore in the process of be- coming more broadband, robust, flexible, cost-effective and lower-power-consumptive.展开更多
基金Project(2023JH26-10100002)supported by the Liaoning Science and Technology Major Project,ChinaProjects(U21A20117,52074085)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China+1 种基金Project(2022JH2/101300008)supported by the Liaoning Applied Basic Research Program Project,ChinaProject(22567612H)supported by the Hebei Provincial Key Laboratory Performance Subsidy Project,China。
文摘Mill vibration is a common problem in rolling production,which directly affects the thickness accuracy of the strip and may even lead to strip fracture accidents in serious cases.The existing vibration prediction models do not consider the features contained in the data,resulting in limited improvement of model accuracy.To address these challenges,this paper proposes a multi-dimensional multi-modal cold rolling vibration time series prediction model(MDMMVPM)based on the deep fusion of multi-level networks.In the model,the long-term and short-term modal features of multi-dimensional data are considered,and the appropriate prediction algorithms are selected for different data features.Based on the established prediction model,the effects of tension and rolling force on mill vibration are analyzed.Taking the 5th stand of a cold mill in a steel mill as the research object,the innovative model is applied to predict the mill vibration for the first time.The experimental results show that the correlation coefficient(R^(2))of the model proposed in this paper is 92.5%,and the root-mean-square error(RMSE)is 0.0011,which significantly improves the modeling accuracy compared with the existing models.The proposed model is also suitable for the hot rolling process,which provides a new method for the prediction of strip rolling vibration.
基金supported in part by NSFC (10825102) for distinguished youth scholarNational Basic Research Program of China (973 Program) under Grant No.2011CB808002
文摘In this paper, a compensated compactness framework is established for sonicsubsonic approximate solutions to the n-dimensional (n ≥ 2) Euler equations for steady irrotational flow that may contain stagnation points. This compactness framework holds provided that the approximate solutions are uniformly bounded and satisfy Hloc^-1(Ω) compactness conditions. As illustration, we show the existence of sonic-subsonic weak solution to n-dimensional (n ≥ 2) Euler equations for steady irrotational flow past obstacles or through an infinitely long nozzle. This is the first result concerning the sonic-subsonic limit for n-dimension (n ≥ 3).
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(6120132061371023)
文摘Aiming at the concept of "diagnosis", a simple and effective broadband radar cross section (RCS) measurement system is constructed, and some multi-dimensional scattering properties diagnosis techniques are presented based on the system. Firstly, a stepped-frequency signal is employed to achieve high range resolution, combining with a variety of signal processing tech- niques. Secondly, cross-range resolution is gained with a rotating table, and the high-resolution two-dimensional (2-D) imaging of the scale model is obtained by the microwave imaging theory. Finally, two receiving antennas with a small distance in altitude are used, and the three-dimensional (3-D) height distribution of scattering points on the scale model is extracted from the phase of images. Some typical bodies and a scale aircraft model are diagnosed in an anechoic chamber. The experimental results show that, after scaling with a metal sphere, the accurate one- dimensional (l-D) RCS pattern of the model is obtained, and it has a large dynamic range. When the bandwidth of the transmitting signal is 4 GHz, the resolution of the 2-D image can reach to 0.037 5 m. The 3-D height distribution of scattering points is given by interferometric measurement. This paper provides a feasible way to obtain high-precision scattering properties parameters of the scale aircraft model in a conventional rectangular anechoic chamber.
基金Project(2010-0020163) supported by Key Research Institute Program through the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) funded by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Korea
文摘Similarity measure design for discrete data group was proposed. Similarity measure design for continuous membership function was also carried out. Proposed similarity measures were designed based on fuzzy number and distance measure, and were proved. To calculate the degree of similarity of discrete data, relative degree between data and total distribution was obtained. Discrete data similarity measure was completed with combination of mentioned relative degrees. Power interconnected system with multi characteristics was considered to apply discrete similarity measure. Naturally, similarity measure was extended to multi-dimensional similarity measure case, and applied to bus clustering problem.
文摘English Language teaching involves various English teaching techniques in terms of listening,speaking,reading,writ ing and the like skills.Traditional teaching ways are mostly discussed from that standpoint.Here,some new English classroom teaching techniques are introduced and evaluated in a dimensional perspective,which relate to such elements as the students,the teacher,classroom organization and management,and instructional strategies,etc.It makes English classroom teaching more effec tive,thus improve English classroom teaching results.So,it’s advisable for English teachers to reconsider and reevaluate their teaching strategy and result in language classroom from a new multi-dimensional angle in order to improve English teaching effi ciency.
基金Sponsored by the State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Building Science(Grant No.2011ZA01)
文摘The Multi-dimensional Pedestrian System( MPS) is an integral part of the new campus of University of Macao. It observes the principle of "pedestrian first " and features a pedestrian-vehicle dividing system.Based on a comprehensive analysis of the location,climate,ecology and other factors of the project site,the conception of the idea of MPS and the related researches are illustrated. The transportation features of the MPS,as summarized,include multi-dimensions,short-distance and weather-resistance. Its features for the sake of livability include integration of nature, respect for the environment and sharing of landscape. Upon the completion of the project, the effects on its users were tested. Finally, some constructive rules for the construction of similar campus pedestrian systems were proposed.
文摘Integrating with practical e-commerce application, this paper introduces a novel multi-dimension evaluation method to depict and calculate the trust values. The multi-dimension evaluation metrics include functional and nonfunctional properties and corresponding weights. The continuous measurement values and the Markov chain mechanism are adopted to compute the trust value and detect the malicious behaviors. The current evaluation has larger influence factor on the next transaction behavior. A trust model is implemented with web service which consists of publication, filtrating, calculating and storage center. It is easily extended and the user only defines each property and its weights according to specific requirements, then the trust values are got. In order to conveniently manage and avoid the dead-lock, some constraint rules are proposed. The results show that the method based on multi-dimension can reflect objectively the dynamic change of trust values.
文摘The“Ordinary High School Mathematics Curriculum Standards(2017 Edition,2020 Revision)”clearly stated in“Teaching Suggestions”that“teaching activities based on the core literacy of mathematics should grasp the essence of mathematics,create appropriate teaching situations,put forward appropriate mathematical questions,stimulate students to think and communicate,and form and develop the core literacy of mathematics.”The task-driven teaching model is a new type of teaching method that takes tasks as the main line,teachers as the guide,and students as the main body,which can enable students to engage deeply in classroom discussions and think actively.Based on the characteristics and principles of the task-driven teaching method,this paper designs a high school mathematics classroom teaching based on the task-driven teaching method,hoping to provide a reference for the majority of front-line teachers.
基金Supported by Special Fund for Reform of Teaching Model of Huanggang Normal University(2016CK06,2018CE42)
文摘In the present context of increasing social demands for natural science education,increasing people s awareness of environmental biodiversity protection,and ecological civilization lifting to the state strategy,it is just the time to explore a new botany field practice model.The attempt of a new task-driven model for botany field practice will greatly enhance students thinking about plants and nature,plants and environment,and plant and ecological civilization,and will inevitably enhance students initiative awareness and practical ability to protect and rationally utilize plant resources.
文摘A new challenge has been brought by the rapid development of information technology to medical teaching, and the teaching reform of the medical education in China should be deepened for attaining a development. The core of deepening medical teaching reform is to break the traditional teaching model (i.e. giving a lecture), and create a better classroom teaching situation by making full use of the modern teaching methods. In B-learning, the effective combination of the traditional teaching method' s advantages with the E-learning in a pure technical environment is advocated. In the task-driven teaching, a teaching design is made by students in a real or simulated real environment. In this paper, the effective combination of B-learning with the task-driven teaching model is introduced, so that the better teaching effect is achieved.
文摘Using a well-known result of polynomial over the finite field p , we show that the Euler-Fermat theorem holds inN [x]. We present a multi-dimension RSA cryptosystem and point out that low exponent algorithm of attacking RSA is not suitable for the multi-dimension RSA. Therefore, it is believed that the security of the new cryptosystem is mainly based on the factorization of large integers.
基金Supported in part by National Natural Science Foundationof China (19871065) Hua-Cheng Grant
文摘This paper is concerned with the dissipation of solutions of the isentropic Navier-Stokes equations in even and bigger than two multi-dimensions. Pointwise estimates of the time-asymptotic shape of the solutions are obtained and the generalized Huygan's principle is exhibited. The approch of the paper is based on the detailed analysis of the Green function of Iinearized system. This is used to study the coupling of nonlinear diffesion waves.
基金Project(ER120001) supported by Development of Application Technology BioNano Super Composites, Korea
文摘Study of fuzzy entropy and similarity measure on intuitionistic fuzzy sets (IFSs) was proposed and analyzed. Unlike fuzzy set, IFSs contain uncertainty named hesitance, which is contained in fuzzy membership function itself. Hence, designing fuzzy entropy is not easy because of many entropy definitions. By considering different fuzzy entropy definitions, fuzzy entropy on IFSs is designed and discussed. Similarity measure was also presented and its usefulness was verified to evaluate degree of similarity.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Fujian Province of China(Grant No.2014J01210)Knowledge Innovation of Shenzhen City of China(Grant No.JCYJ20140417162429675)National Key Technology R&D Program of China(Grant No.2013BAF07B04)
文摘A good cooling circle should ensure that the system can work at an appropriate temperature in the requirements of power increase,engine compartment constraint and working demands for modern engineering machinery,which asks for a thorough understanding of system thermal loads before practical production.However,traditional experiment method spends a long time,costs a huge resource but lacks efficiency,whereas virtual design can avoid the shortcomings of traditional method and can analyze operating states adequately with variable loads on engine,generator,drives,battery pack and HVAC systems.Therefore,this paper focuses on a new virtual design method based on multi-dimension coupled simulation adopting Flowmaster software for initial prediction and CFX tool for further optimization.The simulation results in different operating conditions are compared and validated with experiments.Orthogonal experiment and range analysis are used to explore key parameters of cooling system.The research will be helpful in guiding future design and optimization of engineering machinery.
基金supported by the National Magnetic Confinement Fusion Energy Program of China(Nos.2009GB107001 and 2014GB109002)
文摘A front-end optics system has been developed for the EAST microwave imaging reflectometry for 2D density fluctuation measurement.Via the transmitter optics system,a combination of eight transmitter beams with independent frequencies is employed to illuminate wide poloidal regions on eight distinct cutoff layers.The receiver optics collect the reflected wavefront and project them onto the vertical detector array with 12 antennas.Utilizing optimized Field Curvature adjustment lenses in the receiver optics,the front-end optics system provides a flexible and perfect matching between the image plane and a specified cutoff layer in the plasma,which ensures the correct data interpretation of density fluctuation measurement.
文摘Outcome-based Education is a kind of ability-oriented education mode,which is oriented by social needs and focuses on cultivating students'ability to solve practical problems.All aspects of this education mode are designed and implemented closely around students.Taking the teaching of database principle and application course as an example,aiming at a series of problems existing in the current course teaching,taking OBE education concept as the main teaching reform guiding strategy,this paper puts forward a series of reform measures and solutions from the aspects of teaching goal formulation,teaching content optimization,teaching methods innovation,experimental design optimization,evaluation system innovation,etc.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China under GrantNo. 61171076National 863 Project underGrant No. 2012AA011303National 973 Project under Grant No. 2010CB328200(2010CB328201)
文摘Driven by an ever-increasing num- ber of new services and applications, transport networks have been undergoing significant changes. In this paper, we describe several ex- citing technology directions associated with future optical transport networks. We review the status of 100G, which is now commercially available and entering volume deployments, and its applications in China. Beyond 100G is considered as the primary technology for the expansion of both channel and fiber capacity in tile near term, and several enabling techniques are introduced. Then, key technologies, prod- ucts, and future evolutionary options of Optical Transport Networks (OTNs) are extensively discussed. Compared to fixed bandwidth and coarse granularity of current WDM network, a flexible grid architecture is a desirable evolu- tion trend, and key technologies and challenges are described. Finally, we illustrate the multi-dimension convergences in terms of IP and optical, Packet OTN (P-OTN), as well as Electronic Integrated Circuits (EICs) and Photonic Integrated Cimuits (PICs). Transport networks are therefore in the process of be- coming more broadband, robust, flexible, cost-effective and lower-power-consumptive.