Performance guarantee and stability analysis of a rate-basedflow control algorithm

The bursty events of available bit rate (ABR) traffic challenge the research on flow control algorithm. This bursty nature makes the network difficult to guarantee some performance such as decreasing cell loss especially when congestion appears. In addition the robust stability analysis in the presence of virtual connections (VCs) variation is another inherent problem of the current rate-based algorithm. An explicit rate-based scheme is concerned. Some mathematical methods are adopted to minimize overshoot in the buffer to eliminate the growing congestion quickly. Then in linear matrix inequality (LMI) forms via Lyapunov stability argument relating to robustness issues in the presence of time-varying VCs is purposed in linear matrix inequality. A set of numerical examples guarantees this choice of algorithm parameters is robust stability. The simulations further back up our results.

Congestion control method: improved ERICA algorithm based on available bandwidth prediction using neural networks

The improved ERICA algorithm for ABR flow congestion control is presented based on available bandwidth prediction using the BP neural networks in ATM networks. The switch periodically calculates the available bandwidth, monitors the load of network and updates the ER value according to the PERICA algorithm. The proposed algorithm can keep better performance than ERICA algorithm in simulations.

Non-classical diffusion model for heat and mass transfer in laser drying

A numerical analysis of the laser drying process by employing a generalized,Maxwell-Cattaneo equation to treat both heat and mass transfer was presented. Calculations wereperformed to illustrate the non-classical transport of heat and moisture. The effect of the heatflux density and the initial moisture content on water removal was also investigated. The resultsindicate that the non-equilibrium mass diffusion plays an important role during the very earlystages of moisture removal, especially at the surface of the medium. Away from the surface, thenon-Fickian model shows a delay in the reduction of the moisture content. The calculation resultsalso show that the initial moisture content of the medium has a considerable effect on waterremoval.

Anode and Cathode Spots in High-Voltage Nanosecond-Pulse Discharge Initiated by Runaway Electrons in Air

We report the experimental results with nanosecond-pulse discharges formed in the air gap between a fiat electrode and a sharp electrode. The appearance of anode and cathode spots on the electrodes is studied experimentally. It is considered that bright spots on the fiat cathode with positive polarity of the sharp electrode are formed due to the explosive electron emission on the cathode and the dynamic displacement current in the gap. It is also shown that with negative polarity of the sharp electrode, bright spots on the flat anode are formed after changing the polarity of the flat electrode due to the discharge oscillatory mode. Under these conditions, the explosive electron emission firstly forms on the sharp cathode. With negative polarity of the sharp electrode of the subnanosecond-pulse pulser, the runaway electron beam current is measured behind the anode foil with a time resolution of no more than 100ps.

Second generation YBCO coated conductors: A review

The advance in first generation Bi-2223 HTS wire has enabled the demonstration of superconducting power cables, magnetic energy-storage devices, transformers,fault current limiters and motors. However, the low irreversibility field (H^*) prevents application of Bi-2223 at 77 Kin any significant field. Worldwide activities are therefore,focused on developing a second-generation HTS technology based on YBCO, for which H^* (77K)-7 T. In this paper, we discuss the status and commercial prospects of second generation HTS wire technologies. In addition, we review the recent results and discuss the prospects of future applications.