Novel prototyping method for microfluidic devices based on thermoplastic polyurethane microcapillary film

Thermoplastic polyurethane microcapillary film (TPU-MCF), as a novel extruded product, inherently contains an array of circular micron-sized capillaries embedded inside the polymer matrix. With the aid of simple laser cutting and conventional sealing technologies, a rapid prototyping method for microfluidic devices is proposed based on the ready-made microstructure of MCFs. Two functionalized microfluidic devices: serpentine micromixer and multi-droplet generator, are rapidly fabricated to demonstrate the advantages and potential of employing this new method. The whole proof-of-concept fabrication process can be completed in 8–10 min in a simple way; each procedure is repeatable with stable performance control of microfluidic devices; and the material cost can be as low as $0.01 for each device. The TPU-MCF and this novel method are expected to provide a new perspective and alternative in microfluidic community with particular requirements.     

Quasi-Newton-type optimized iterative learning control for discrete linear time invariant systems

In this paper, a quasi-Newton-type optimized iterative learning control (ILC) algorithm is investigated for a class of discrete linear time-invariant systems. The proposed learning algorithm is to update the learning gain matrix by a quasi-Newton-type matrix instead of the inversion of the plant. By means of the mathematical inductive method, the monotone convergence of the proposed algorithm is analyzed, which shows that the tracking error monotonously converges to zero after a finite number of iterations. Compared with the existing optimized ILC algorithms, due to the superlinear convergence of quasi-Newton method, the proposed learning law operates with a faster convergent rate and is robust to the ill-condition of the system model, and thus owns a wide range of applications. Numerical simulations demonstrate the validity and effectiveness.     

校园安防前景——安防行业的下一块绿洲

本文主要介绍了校园安防的发展趋势。     

一级直线倒立摆匀速行走的模糊控制研究与实现

当前针对倒立摆的研究一般是把角度控制或者位置控制作为控制目标,很少着眼于速度控制,有鉴于此,设计了一种简单的模糊控制器,应用于一级直线倒立摆的匀速行走控制中;仿真实验和实物实时控制实验均验证了该控制器的有效性,对于设定的速度整定值,通过调整几个比例环节的系数,系统具有很好的动态性能指标,而且控制器在有外界扰动时体现了很好的抗扰性;考虑到实际物理系统中倒立摆行程的限制,设计的自动换向开关实现了倒立摆在一段给定的行程上匀速来回行走的控制目标,通过手动切换开关也能实现倒立摆的位置控制。     

Dynamic Multiple-Fault Diagnosis With Imperfect Tests

In this paper, we consider a model for the dynamic multiple-fault diagnosis (DMFD) problem arising in online monitoring of complex systems and present a solution. This problem involves real-time inference of the most likely set of faults and their time-evolution based on blocks of unreliable test outcomes over time. In the DMFD problem, there is a finite set of mutually independent fault states, and a finite set of sensors (tests) is used to monitor their status. We model the dependence of test outcomes on the fault states via the traditional D-matrix (fault dictionary). The tests are imperfect in the sense that they can have missed detections, false alarms, or may be available asynchronously. Based on the imperfect observations over time, the problem is to identify the most likely evolution of fault states over time. The DMFD problem is an intractable NP-hard combinatorial optimization problem. Consequently, we decompose the DMFD problem into a series of decoupled subproblems, one for each sample epoch. For a single-epoch MFD, we develop a fast and high-quality deterministic simulated annealing method. Based on the sequential inferences, a local search-and-update scheme is applied to further improve the solution. Finally, we discuss how the method can be extended to dependent faults.     

基于时间放大的光盘抖晃测试系统设计

利用TIA(时序分析仪)或其它模拟方法来测量光盘的抖晃存在成本高、灵活性差、稳定性低等不足,而在实际的光盘生产测试过程中,更需要一种升级扩展方便、性价比高的测试设备。在粗糙脉宽检测方法的基础上,引入时间放大电路,成功地设计出一套以FPGA为核心,基于PCI Express总线的抖晃测试系统;实验表明,该系统具有结构简单、精度高、设计灵活、成本低等特点,在光盘测试和抖晃特性研究方面具有较好的应用价值和一定的市场前景。     

多星侦察移动目标：一种基于潜在区域的求解策略

针对面向移动目标侦察的多星联合调度,提出了一种新颖的求解策略:将移动目标问题转变为区域目标问题,即在多星联合侦察的框架内利用电子侦察引导信息构建移动目标的潜在区域,基于约束满足问题(CSP)描述方法以最大覆盖率为目标建立了面向潜在区域目标的多星联合调度模型,并提出了相应的禁忌搜索算法。通过基于潜在区域的求解策略,可以优化星载遥感器的侦察方案,指导移动目标侦察任务的执行。     

Network management integrating SNMP/CMIP protocol implementations

In this paper, a new approach to integratingSNMP andCMIP protocols in a network management system is introduced. It is based on the use of proxy systems allowing to integrate SNMP network management agents in a general network management framework based onCMIP. The system architecture for marrying the protocols is first presented. Then the key features of a new protocol gateway implementing the proxy function are described, with emphasis on the explanation of theSNMP/CMIP mapping algorithm and the threshold/event reporting functions.     

Regulating the Water Molecular in the Solvation Structure for Stable Zinc Metal Batteries

Rechargeable aqueous zinc batteries are promising energy storage devices because of their low cost, high safety, and high energy density. However, their performance is plagued by the unsatisfied cyclability due to the dendrite growth and hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) at the Zn anode. Herein, it is demonstrated that the concentrated hybrid aqueous/non-aqueous ZnCl₂ electrolytes constitute a peculiar chemical environment for not only the Zn-ions but also water molecules. The high concentration of chloride ions substitutes the H₂O molecular in the solvation structure of Zn²⁺, while the acetonitrile further interacts with H₂O to decrease its activity. The hybrid electrolytes both inhibit the dendrite formation and HER, enabling an ultrahigh average Coulombic efficiency of 99.9% in the Zn||Cu half-cell and a highly reversible Zn plating/stripping with a low overpotential of 21 mV. Using this hybrid electrolyte, the Zn||polytriphenylamine (PTPAn) full cell deliveres a high discharge capacity of 110 mAh g⁻¹, a high power density of 9200 W kg⁻¹ at 100 °C and maintains 85% of the capacity for over 6000 cycles at 10 °C. This study provides a deep understanding between the solvation structure and columbic efficiency of Zn anode, thus inspiring the development for stable Zn batteries.