Analysis and reduction of data spikes in thin client computing

While various optimization techniques have been used in existing thin client systems to reduce network traffic, the screen updates triggered by many user operations will still result in long interactive latencies in many contemporary network environments. Long interactive latencies have an unfavorable effect on users’ perception of graphical interfaces and visual contents. The long latencies arise when data spikes need to be transferred over a network while the available bandwidth is limited. These data spikes are composed of a large amount of screen update data produced in a very short time. In this paper, we propose a model to analyze the packet-level redundancy in screen update streams caused by repainting of graphical objects. Using this model we analyzed the data spikes in screen update streams. Based on the analysis result we designed a hybrid cache-compression scheme. This scheme caches the screen updates in data spikes on both server and client sides, and uses the cached data as history to better compress the recurrent screen updates in possible data spikes. We empirically studied the effectiveness of our cache scheme on some screen updates generated by one of the most bandwidth-efficient thin client system, Microsoft Terminal Service. The experiment results showed that this cache scheme with a cache of 2M bytes can reduce 26.7%–42.2% data spike count and 9.9%–21.2% network traffic for the tested data, and can reduce 25.8%–38.5% noticeable long latencies for different types of applications. This scheme costs only a little additional computation time and the cache size can be negotiated between the client and server.     

Thionine immobilized in crosslinked chitosan films

Redox and acid–base properties of thionine immobilized in crosslinked chitosan films are analyzed. The experimental conditions for the preparation of the films are described. Results obtained with cyclic voltammetry, spectroelectrochemistry and spectrophotometry indicate that the immobilized dye retains the redox and acid–base activity of free thionine. An acid dissociation constant (K_a) for the immobilized dye of K_a = 2.7 × 10⁻¹¹ was obtained.

Due to the stable and reversible pH dependent optical signal of the studied film, this membrane can be used as a building component of an optical pH sensor.     

Cyclic voltammetry on electrode surfaces covered with porous layers: An analysis of electron transfer kinetics at single-walled carbon nanotube modified electrodes

Cyclic voltammetry is recorded of the oxidation of ferrocyanide on a glassy carbon electrode modified with multiple layers of single-walled carbon nanotubes. The current response is interpreted in terms of semi-infinite planar diffusion towards the macro-electrode surface and in terms of oxidation of the electroactive species trapped in pockets in between the nanotubes. A thin layer model is used to illustrate the effects of diffusion within a porous layer. It is found that a semi-infinite planar diffusion model alone is not appropriate for interpreting the kinetics of the electron transfer at this electrode surface. In particular, caution should be exercised in respect of comparing voltammetric peak-to-peak potential separations between naked electrodes and nanotube-modified electrodes for the inference of electrocatalysis via electron transfer via the nanotubes.     

Chemical deposition of nanocrystalline nickel oxide from urea containing bath and its use in liquefied petroleum gas sensor

Nanocrystalline nickel oxide (NiO) was deposited onto glass substrates using a chemical deposition method from a bath containing nickel (Ni²⁺) ions and urea at 363 K. The deposition process was based on the reaction between Ni²⁺ and hydroxide ions released from the protolysis of ammonia formed in the decomposition of urea heated at 363 K, which caused to form nickel hydroxide. The structural properties of nickel oxide films were studied by means of X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The XRD analyses showed that nanocrystalline nature remained after heating at 523 K for 2 h. Surface morphology of the nickel oxide film showed worm-like mesoporous structure with pore size in a nanometer range. The chemically deposited nickel oxide films were effectively used as a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) sensor and the maximum response of 36.5% was recorded on exposure to 0.3 vol% of LPG at 698 K.     

Thin‐film barriers using transparent conducting oxides for organic light‐emitting diodes

Abstract— This study covers thin‐film barriers using inorganic barriers of transparent conducting oxides (TCOs) such as zinc oxide (ZnO) and indium tin oxide (ITO). The TCOs were fabricated using a sputtering method with a process gas of pure argon at room temperature. ITO showed better properties as a barrier than the ZnO and exhibited the electronic performance necessary to perform additional functions. The ITO has superior barrier performance because it has a lower crack density due to its partial amorphous phase. For organic/inorganic multilayer barriers, the organic underlayer decreased the water‐vapor transmission rate (WVTR) more than the organic upper layer, indicating that the planarization effect was important in reducing the WVTRs. The results of this organic/ITO multilayer barrier study are expected to be useful in finding a practical solution to OLED encapsulation.     

Characterization of magnetic materials using a scanning microwave microprobe

We investigated the electromagnetic properties of metals of iron, nickel, cobalt, aluminum, gold, copper, silver, and permalloy thin films on SiO(2) substrates using a near-field microwave microprobe. The electromagnetic properties of metal sheets were estimated by measuring the microwave reflection coefficient S(11) and compared with the theoretical values. We observed the hysteresis behavior of permalloy thin films on SiO(2) substrates using a near-field scanning microwave microprobes (NSMM) system. Experimental results are in good agreement with the theoretical model of transmission theory. In order to better characterize the electromagnetic properties of metals and magnetic metals instead of the usual method, we take advantage of the noncontact microprobing evaluation capabilities using a near-field microwave.     

Flux pinning in high-Tc superconductive films

Magnetization measurements have been performed onc-axis oriented Y- and Gd-based superconductive films in a wide range of the temperaturesT (4.2–85 K) and magnetic fieldsH (0–8 T) withH c-axis. The influence of flux creep on both the temperature dependence of critical current densityJ _cm and the scaling behavior of flux pinning forceF _p has been discussed in detail. The experimental results show that Y and Gd films have different pinning mechanism. Flux pinning-force peaks in high fields are observed in Gd film at high temperatures and can be considered as evidence for collective pinning.     

800kV对接式直流穿墙套管缺陷分析及应对策略研究

本文针对对接式结构高压直流穿墙套管回路电阻异常的缺陷事件,根据力矩平衡原则,对套管关键部位受力情况进行了分析,并通过有限元仿真进行了验证。在此基础上,提出了一种端部新增接线端子的结构优化整改方案,通过仿真验证了方案的有效性。     

Analysis of layer splitting in x and z-cut KTiOPO4 implanted by H+ ions

H⁺ ions with various fluences are implanted into x and z-cut KTP crystals to achieve KTP film. Post-implantation annealing under different temperature is imposed on the samples to induce layer splitting and surface morphology modification. Layer exfoliation is observed in freestanding z-cut samples. Layer splitting is obtained using bonding method in x-cut sample implanted with 117 keV H⁺ ions at ion fluence of 6 × 10¹⁶ ions/cm². Optical microscopy, scanning electron microscope and atomic force microscopy are used to observe splitting phenomenon. Rutherford backscattering spectroscopy/channeling method is employed to measure lattice damage and to investigate the relationship between implantation-induced defects and layer splitting.     

Electrochemical corrosion behavior of 2A02 Al alloy under an accelerated simulation marine atmospheric environment

The corrosion behavior of 2A02 Al alloy under simulated marine atmospheric environment has been studied using mass-gain, scanning electron microscope/energy dispersive spectroscopy (SEM/EDS), laser scanning confocal microscopy, X-ray diffraction spectroscopy and localized electrochemical methods. The results demonstrate that the relationship between the corrosion induced mass-gain and the corrosion time is in accordance with the power rule. The mass-gain increases gradually during the corrosion time, while the corrosion rate decreases. With ongoing of the corrosion, corrosion products film changed from a porous to a compact structure. The various spectroscopic data show that the corrosion products films composed mainly of Al(OH)₃, Al₂O₃ and AlCl₃. The electrochemical corrosion behavior of the 2A02 Al alloy was studied by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS).