Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Recognition of Tablet using Blister Strip for Visually Impaired using SIFT Algorithm

Objectives: To create a tablet recognition system that recognizes and gives an audio output of the name of the tablet so that the visually impaired person may recognize it. Methods: In this, to create a user friendly system, such that a blind person does not require the help of another person to use it. These systems give medical assistive instrument to take the drug at the accurate time as per the doctor prescription and removes dependency on others for the visually challenged people. Various models were technologically advanced to compact with misidentiﬁcation of remedies but are incompetent of formative exact pill picked by the person. Findings : The name of the medicine is obtained from the image. Then the name of the medicine is converted from text to speech using Google text to speech (gTTS). The proposed system will be helpful for visually challenged people, SQLite Database management system has been used along with Scale Invariant Feature Transform algorithm (SIFT) to identify and pronounce local features in the image. The image of the medicine given by the user is matched with the images in the database. Novelty: Developed a user-friendly voice based tablet recognition system for visually impaired people and this system is fast and accurate.
An Introduction to Materials Engineering and Science for Chemical and Materials Engineers

eration as a backing text for undergraduate MSE courses (even though Mitchell specifically concerns himself only with the E of MSE). Whether the price will permit either text to be widely adopted is a separate question. Reviewer: Robert W. Cahn is a physical metallurgist turned materials scientist, currently attached in nominal retirement to the University of Cambridge. In 2001, he brought out a historical book, The Coming of Materials Science. He has served for many years as a member of the Editorial Board and the Book Review Board of MRS Bulletin.
Life-cycle performance of deteriorating structures : assessment, design, and management

Life-Cycle Performance of Deteriorating Structures comprises most of the papers presented at the joint event of the Third IABMAS (International Association for Bridge Maintenance and Safety) Workshop on Life-Cycle Cost Analysis and Design of Civil Infrastructure Systems and the JCSS (Joint Committee on Structural Safety) Workshop on Probabilistic Modeling of Deterioration Processes in Concrete Structures, held in Lausanne, Switzerland, March 24-26, 2003. The 43 papers, including four keynote lectures and the statements and conclusions, cover a wide range of studies on life-cycle performance of deteriorating structures. Contributions are from a range of internationally recognized researchers and practicing engineers from the Americas, Asia, Australia and Europe.
Nitinol-reinforced shape-memory polymers

Reinforced shape-memory polymers have been developed from an acrylate based thermoset shape-memory polymer and nitinol wires. A rectangular shape-memory polymer measuring approximately 1 by 2 by 0.1 inches has a ten fold increase in actuation force under three-point bending when reinforced with two 0.02 inch diameter nitinol wires. A constitutive model for shape-memory polymers and nitinol has been used to predict with good correlation the actuation-versus-time and displacement-versustime behavior of the reinforced shape-memory polymer composites. It is possible then, using finite-element modeling, to design and manufacture reinforced shape-memory polymers tailored for use as thermally-activated actuators of specific force. Thesis Supervisor: Lallit Anand Title: Warren and Towneley Rohsenow Professor of Mechanical Engineering
The identification of organisational subcultures in an international energy company : a 219.899 thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the degree of Master of Management at Massey University, Auckland, New Zealand

For more than half a century it has been hypothesised that organisational culture is a single, homogeneous and consistent phenomenon, which provides an overarching set of meanings shared by all organisational members. Increasingly, however, the efficacy of this approach has been tested as a small number of scholars have put forward an alternative hypothesis – that, like the societies they are part of, organisations are more likely characterised by pluralism, heterogeneity and ambiguity. The possibility of subcultures as the dominant expression of organisational culture has gained support as a means to understand and explain the cultural milieu of the highly complex organisations of the 21st century. This research, an embedded single case study, examines the procurement directorate (PD) of a large, multinational energy company, to identify whether subcultures exist in this context, and if so, whether they can be defined using current theoretical concepts. Content analysis of the data shows that a number of unique subcultural groups do exist, which are delineated by a variety of unifying characteristics and physical manifestations of the group‟s culture. These distinct subcultures emerge as being influential in a variety of different ways: at the operating unit level through sustaining harmonious relationships with one another and supporting the day-to-day work of the directorate; and at the organisational level through fostering positive relationships between group members and ZAOC Norge and the overt support of important organisational meanings. The findings from this study suggest that subcultures are central to the cultural environment of the PD and
Requirements engineering: social and technical issues

Introduction, Marina Jirotka and Joseph A Goguen. Requirements Analysis: Orthodoxy, Fundamentalism and Heresy, John A McDerinid Resolving Requirements Conflicts with Computer-Supported Negotiation, Steve Easterbrook Co-operative Requirements Capture - Control Room 2000, Linda Macaulay The ORDIT Approach to Organisational Requirements, J.E. Dobson, et al Social Norms in Requirements Analysis - An Outline of MEASUR, Ronald Stamper Using Domain Knowledge in Requirements Capture and Formal Specification Construction, David Bolton, et al Requirements Engineering as the Reconciliation of Technical and Social Issues, Joseph A. Goguen. Rethinking Requirements Analysis - Some Implications of Recent Research into Producer-Consumer Relationships in IT Development, Steve Woolgar Occasioned Practices in the Work of Software Engineers, Graham Button and Wes Shamrock Steps Towards a Partnership - Ethnography and System Design, Dave Randall, et al Work, Interaction and Technology - The Naturalistic Analysis of Human Conduct and Requirements Analysis, Paul Luff, et al.
The Multimodal Consequences of Coordinology

This essay explores the processes involved in the 'procedural architecture' of the artists-turned-architects, Arakawa and Gins. Coordinology is the description they use for the relationships that a person constructs across the 'organism-person-surround' and then utilises in both the construction of perception and in the colloaborative forming of a common world.
VIABILITY OF A CONTROLLABLE CHAOTIC MICROMIXER THROUGH THE USE OF TITANIUM-NICKEL SHAPE MEMORY ALLOY

OF THESIS VIABILITY OF A CONTROLLABLE CHAOTIC MICROMIXER THROUGH THE USE OF TITANIUM-NICKEL SHAPE MEMORY ALLOY Microfluidic devices have found applications in a number of areas, such as medical analysis, chemical synthesis, biological study, and drug delivery. Because of the small channel dimensions used in these systems, most microchannels exhibit laminar flow due to their low Reynold’s number, making mixing of fluids very challenging. Mixing at this size scale is diffusion-limited, so inducing chaotic flow patterns can increase the interface surface area between two fluids, thereby decreasing overall mixing time. One method to create a chaotic flow within the channel is through the introduction of internal protrusions into the channel. In such an application protrusions that create a rotational flow within the channel are preferred due to their effectiveness in folding the two fluids over one another. The novel mixer outlined in this paper uses a Ti-Ni shape memory alloy for the creation of protrusions that can be turned controlled through material temperature. Controllability of the alloy allows users to turn the chaotic flow created by the protrusions off and on by varying the temperature of the mixer. This ability contributes to the idea of a continuous microfluidic system that can be turned on only when necessary as well as recycle unmixed fluids while turned off.
Sound from ultrasound : the parametric array as an audible sound source

A parametric array exploits the nonlinearity of the propagation medium to emit or detect acoustic waves in a spatially versatile manner, permitting concise, narrow directivity patterns otherwise possible only with physically very large transducer geometries. This thesis explores the use of the parametric array as an audible sound source, permitting audible sound to be generated with very high directivity compared to traditional loudspeakers of comparable size. The thesis begins with a review of basic underlying mathematics and relevant approximate solutions of nonlinear acoustic systems. Then, these solutions are used to construct suitable methods of ultrasonic synthesis for low-distortion audio reproduction. Geometrical modelling methods for predicting the acoustic distribution are presented and evaluated, and practical applications are explored experimentally. Issues of risk associated with ultrasonic exposure are presented, and the feasibility of a phased-array system for beam control is explored. Thesis Supervisor: Barry L. Vercoe, D.M.A. Professor of Media Arts and Sciences This work was primarily supported by the Digital Life consortium of the MIT Media Laboratory, with additional support in the form of a fellowship by British Telecom.
Low-frequency measurements of the quantized Hall resistance

Measurements of the quantised Hall resistance R/sub H/(i) for i=2 and 4 have been made over the frequency range 0.4-6.4 kHz using a modified ac bridge. The results have been corrected for cable effects and the frequency-dependence of the standard resistor R/sub s/. The measurements indicate that in addition to a linear frequency dependence f there is also a linear dependence on source-drain voltage V/sub SD/ such that: /spl Delta/R/sub H/(i)/R/sub s/=/spl alpha/[V/sub SD/+/spl nu/(i)]f where /spl alpha/(i) and /spl nu/(i) are constants.
DRAM fault analysis and test generation

Dynamic random access memories (DRAMs) are the most widely used type of memory in the market today, due to their important application as the main memory of the personal computer (PC). These memories are tested by their manufacturers in an ad hoc way, that results in an expensive test process the price of which is ultimately paid by the end consumer. In this PhD dissertation, we propose a new alternative approach to the development of industrial memory testing that is more systematic and less expensive than the currently used test approaches. The new approach is based on the introduction of a number of fault analysis algorithms that enable using electrical Spice simulations to develop effective memory tests in a short amount of time. The new approach makes it possible to enhance memory tests in many different manufacturing stages, starting from the initial test application stage where silicon is manufactured, through the memory ramp-up stage where products are shipped to the customer, and ending with the test adaptation stage, based on memory failures in the field. The new test development approach has been implemented and evaluated at Infineon Technologies, a leading DRAM manufacturer based in Germany, to develop tests for their DRAM products.
Design of a biomimetic pectoral fin joint in an artificial fish

A biomimetic design of the muscle joint in a pectoral fish fin was produced based on comparisons with four design models. All four design models consisted of a mechanical joint connection and incorporated the functional operation of the pectoral fish fin rays when affected by specific actuators, such as induced contractions of conducting polymer strands. Design constraints of the joint were determined by the fundamental kinematic elements of motion determined in the Bioinstrumentation Laboratory. A mechanical pin-joint provided correct simulation of movements specialized for this phase of the development of an artificial fish fin. A compression spring with a spring coefficient of K=0.45 was used as a mechanical means to imitate the biological energy conservations produced by each stroke of the pectoral fin. The joint was designed to adhere to displacements by conducting polymer actuators that induced a 2.0% maximal strain on the fish fin ray. Thesis Supervisor: Ian Hunter Title: Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Two‐port circular polarized antenna array for point‐to‐point communication

A two‐port circular polarization (CP) array antenna is presented in this article. The proposed antenna used two‐port which each port is designed with 2 × 2 array structure and both array consist of four circular radiating elements. The used of 90° triple‐coupled phased shift polarizer at both left and right side of circular‐slotted patches with two‐port generate CP aptitude with high gain performance. Moreover, the presence of slots at center of circular elements produce discontinuity effect to assist change in the E‐field and H‐Field rotation of RF current and force the current to flow in CP. Axial ratio of 1.95 dB confirms the CP capability. Nonetheless, the proposed antenna demonstrates a good characteristic for MIMO's isolation with mutual coupling of −55.0 dB (S12) and −45.1 dB (S21), correlation coefficient of 1.2015e‐4 and diversity gain (Gapp) of 9.9999. The proposed antenna also produced gain as high as 13.23 dB for both port. With those capabilities, the antenna designed is suitable for 5.8 GHz point‐to‐point communication. © 2015 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Microwave Opt Technol Lett 57:2328–2332, 2015
51.2: Delta‐Color Adjustment (DCA) Method for Color Controlled Backlight of High Dynamic Range LCD‐TVs

A high‐dynamic‐range liquid crystal display (HDR‐LCD) can much enhance the contrast ratio of image and reduce power consumption upon the locally controlled dynamic backlight. Delta‐color adjustment(DCA) method with simple adjustment progress, was proposed and demonstrated on a 37″ HDR‐LCD to further reduce the power consumption, increase the contrast widen the NTSC ratio and can still maintain image details.
Computer-generated graphite pencil materials and rendering

During the past decades, photorealism has been the driving research effort in computer graphics and has become the method of choice for rendering 3D models. Despite much recent progress in efficiency and quality of photorealistic rendering methods, there is one very important open issue remaining: Photorealistic images are not always the best option for representing information in certain application domains (architecture design, technical and artistic illustration). Therefore, alternative display methods are necessary. The main thrust of research in Non-Photorealistic Rendering (NPR) is to devise such alternative display methods. Several approaches have been proposed, and they can be categorized in two main research directions: (1) simulation of natural media for drawing (pencil, charcoal, pen-and-ink) or painting (watercolor, oil), including their correspondent rendering tools and primitives (brush, boards, strokes); and (2) rendering methods applied to reference images and/or 3D models directly. This research contributes to both directions by presenting an automatic 3D pencil rendering system. We have broken the problem of simulating pencil drawing down into four basic parts: (1) simulating the drawing materials (graphite pencil and drawing paper, blenders and kneaded eraser), (2) modeling the drawing primitives (individual pencil strokes and mark-making to create tones and textures), (3) simulating the basic rendering techniques used by artists and illustrators familiar with pencil rendering, and (4) modeling the control of the drawing composition. Each part builds upon the others and is essential to developing the framework for higher-level rendering methods and tools. We demonstrate the capabilities of our approach with a variety of images generated from 3D models.
Phát hiện hoạt động bất thường của người bằng mạng học sâu tích chập kết hợp mạng bộ nhớ dài ngắn

Bài báo này đề xuất một mô hình học sâu nhân chập kết hợp với mạng bộ nhớ dài ngắn (CNN-LSTM) cho bài toán phát hiện các vận động bất thường của người sử dụng cảm biến đeo trên người. Nhờ tận dụng các đặc tính không-thời gian, kiến trúc đề xuất CNN-LSTM đã được thiết kế để tự động học và biểu diễn các đặc trưng hiệu quả trên dữ liệu cảm biến không thuần nhất (heterogeneous sensing data). Kết quả thử nghiệm trên 4 tập dữ liệu được công bố cho thấy mô hình đề xuất đã cho kết quả cải tiến tốt hơn từ 2% đến 7% F1-score so với các mô hình học máy dựa trên trích xuất đặc trưng thủ công SVM, mô hình học sâu nhân chập (CNN) và mô hình mạng bộ nhớ dài ngắn (LSTM).
Influence of Waste Slurry as Mixing Water on the Properties of C80 Concrete with Different Mineral Admixtures

This paper mainly explores how waste slurry as mixing water affects the properties of C80 concrete. The waste slurry was collected from a mixing station. Two types of C80 concrete were prepared with different mineral admixtures: type I concrete mixed from 15% fly ash and 20% slag powder, and type II concrete mixed from 20% fly ash and 10% silica fume. The properties of the two types of concrete were evaluated in terms of working performance, mechanical properties, and durability. In addition, the influence of waste slurry on microstructure of concrete was analyzed through X-ray diffraction (XRD). The results show that, with the growing content of waste slurry, slump and expansion were declining; the initial and final setting times gradually increased, but the increments were not significant; with the growing content of waste slurry, the 7d compressive strength of type I concrete stayed below that of reference concrete, and gradually decreased, but the later compressive strengths increased rapidly; the 7d compressive strength of type II mineral admixture concrete gradually increased, while the later compressive strengths increased first and then decreased. Besides, the addition of waste slurry enhanced the resistance to chloride ion penetration (CIP), and increased the carbonization depth of concrete. The 7d XRD peak of using tap water as mixing water was slightly higher than that of using waste slurry as mixing water; the 28d XRD peak of the former was slightly lower than that of the latter. The research provides reference for applying waste slurry in concrete production.
cdmaOne(R) (IS-95) technology overview and evolution

The cdmaOne(R) community is working to evolve the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) TIA/EIA-95 standard to third generation. Changes are being made throughout the cdmaOne(R) system to provide for high data rate services, to enhance the coverage for high rate services, to enhance capacity, and to provide efficient control of packet and multimedia services. Physical layer changes include a higher chip rate option, a coherent reverse link, fast forward link power control, transmit diversity, and Turbo coding.
Communication and Collaboration in the Online Classroom: Examples and Applications.

About the Editor. About the Contributors. Foreword. Preface. Acknowledgments. Introduction: Collaboration, Communication, Teaching, and Learning: A Theoretical Foundation and Frame (Patricia Comeaux, University of North Carolina, Wilmington). SECTION I: PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION. 1 Developing an MBA Online Degree Program: Expanding Knowledge and Skills Via Technology-Mediated Learning Communities (Richard G. Milter, Ohio University). 2 Collaborative Instructional Design for an Internet-Based Graduate Degree Program (Mary Anne Nixon and Beth Rodgers Leftwich, Western Carolina University). 3 Degrees and Programs by Distance Education: Defining Need and Finding Support Through Collaboration (Frank Fuller, Ronald McBride, and Robert Gillan, Northwestern State University). 4 Beyond Demographics, Content, and Technology: The Impact of Culture on the Design and Implementation of a Distance Education Program (Richard Olsen, University of North Carolina, Wilmington Robert Schihl, Regent University). SECTION II: PROFESSIONAL COLLABORATIVE ENDEAVORS: TEACHING ACROSS THE DISTANCE. 5 Virtual Visiting Professors: Communicative, Pedagogical, and Technological Collaboration (Scott A. Chadwick, Iowa State University Tracy Callaway Russo, University of Kansas). 6 Intrapersonal Communication, Interpersonal Communication, and Computer-Mediated Communication: A Synergetic Collaboration (Leonard J. Shedletsky, University of Southern Maine Joan E. Aitken, University of Missouri, Kansas City). 7 Collaborating on the Instructional Design and Implementation of an Environmental Education Course: The Real Challengesof Collaboration (Richard Huber, University of North Carolina, Wilmington). 8 Pedagogy and Process: Linking Two Diversity and Communication Courses Through Interactive Television (Deborah Brunson, University of North Carolina, Wilmington Nina-Jo Moore, Appalachian State University). 9 Camera Presentation Perspectives and Techniques in an Interactive Audio/Video Instructional Environment: A Rhetorical Perspective (Frank P. Trimble, University of North Carolina, Wilmington). SECTION III: CREATING ONLINE LEARNING COMMUNITIES: A FOCUS ON COMMUNICATION AND STUDENT-CENTERED LEARNING IN THE VIRTUAL CLASSROOM. 10 Planet Xeno: Creating a Collaborative Computer-Mediated Communication Culture (Mary E. Wildner-Bassett, University of Arizona). 11 Designing and Implementing an Interactive Online Learning Environment (Mahnaz Moallem, University of North Carolina, Wilmington). 12 Communicating: The key to Success in an Online Writing and Reading Course (Ele Byington, University of North Carolina, Wilmington). 13 Fostering Intellectual Development in a Learning Community: Using an Electronic Bulletin Board (Mary Bozik and Karen Tracey, University of Northern Iowa). 14 Building a Communications Learning Community (Patricia Worrall and Brian Kline, Gainesville College). Conclusion: Teaching and Learning with Interactive Technologies: What Have We Learned and Where Are We Going? (Patricia Comeaux, University of North Carolina, Wilmington). Bibliography. Index.