Method of increasing the output signal-to-noise ratio in passive multi-element antenna arrays

A method of processing complex signals in passive multi-element antenna arrays based on an analysis of the natural values of the correlation matrix of the signal is considered. By means of the method it is possible to substantially increase the output signal-to-noise ratio. An iterational process by means of which optimal estimators of both the signal and the amplitude-phase distribution may be obtained, is proposed. Theoretical estimators of the efficiency of the method are given. It is proved that, in terms of the efficiency, the approach considered in the article comes close to the technique of matched filtration. Results of statistical modeling that confirm the statistical results are presented.     

光纤智能复合材料

对光纤型智能复合材料的工作原理，性能特点和应用前景作了介绍，并讨论了制造成型的技术问题。     

颗粒增强TiAl基复合材料及其Si的韧化作用研究EI

运用ＸＤ工艺制备了颗粒增强ＴｉＡｌ基复合材料。增强颗粒均匀分布于ＴｉＡｌ基体中并细化ＴｉＡｌ合金。通过在ＴｉＢ_２／ＴｉＡｌ、ＴｉＣ／ＴｉＡｌ复合材料中加入适量的Ｓｉ，颗粒增强ＴｉＡｌ基复合材料的室温延性得到了改善。     

双噁唑啉化合物对PBT的增粘作用

以２．２＇－双（２－唑啉）和双（２－唑啉基）苯作扩链剂，用焙融挤出的方法，对聚对苯二甲酸丁二酯（ＰＢＴ）进行扩链，考察扩链剂的用量、反应时间和反应温度对ＰＢＴ的特性粘度及端羧基含量（ＣＶ）的影响。结果表明，当用２，２＇－双（２－唑啉）作扩链剂时，ＰＢＴ的特性粘度［η］从０．７９９提高到０．９２６ｄＬ／ｇ，ＣＶ降至５ｅｑ／１０￣６ｇ以下；当用双（２－　唑啉基）苯作扩链剂，［η］从０．７６３增至０．９２５ｄＬ／ｇ，ＣＶ降至１０ｅｑ／１０￣６ｇ以下，达到了较满意的扩链效果。     

HDPE的耐磨蚀性与抗冲击性的研究

用自制的旋臂式磨蚀实验仪，研究了５种高密度聚乙烯和１种顺丁橡胶改性的高密度聚乙烯，在铁尾矿和铁精矿浆体中的耐磨蚀性。耐磨蚀性最差的是ＨＤＰＥ２２００Ｊ，耐磨蚀性较差的是ＨＤＰＥ６３００Ｍ；ＨＤＰＥ５０００ｓ，６０９８和２４８０的耐磨蚀性较好；ＨＤＰＥ／ｃｉｓ－ＢＲ的耐磨蚀性最好。     

THE EFFECT OF CATHODIC PROTECTION POTENTIAL ON CORROSION FATIGUE CRACK GROWTH RATE OF AN OFFSHORE STRUCTURAL STEEL

Abstract— Duplicate tests have been performed to determine the effect of cathodic protection potential on corrosion fatigue crack growth rate of a modern offshore structural steel, produced by thermo-mechanically controlled processes. The experiments were carried out using compact tension specimens exposed to artificial seawater at 10°C and subjected to constant amplitude loading at 0.35 Hz. Reproducible results showed that the merits of cathodic protection potentials are strongly dependent on stress intensity ratio R and stress intensity range Δ K . It appears that a specific value of cathodic potential may not give comprehensive protection against corrosion fatigue within the spectrum of variable amplitude loading experienced in service. Fractography showed the initiation of secondary cracks on the fracture surface to be associated with the dissolution of calcium sulphide inclusions, regardless of imposed cathodic potential.     

Testing the robustness of CIECAM02

CIE TC8‐01 has adopted a new color appearance model: CIECAM02¹ replaces the CIECAM97s.² The new model consists of a number of refinements and simplifications of the CIECAM97s color appearance model. This article describes further tests to the robustness of the forward and reverse modes. © 2005 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Col Res Appl, 30, 99–106, 2005; Published online in Wiley InterScience (www.interscience.wiley.com). DOI 10.1002/col.20087     

Analysis of low load transients for the Vandellòs-II NPP: Application to operation and control support

The Technical University of Catalonia (UPC) has been jointly working with the Asociación Nuclear Ascó-Vandellòs (ANAV) for a number of years in order to establish, qualify and use best estimate (BE) models for the reactors under the control of ANAV. ANAV is the consortium that is responsible for operation of the Ascó and Vandellòs-II reactors. The reactors are Westinghouse-design three-loop PWRs with an approximate electrical power of 1000 MW. The existing integral plant models for each plant are currently used for many different purposes among which are support of plant operation and control. Quite a number of studies have been done in order to improve both safety and plant competitiveness. Most of these dynamic analyses were carried out in relation to transients starting at nominal full power or at least, very close to full power. This paper develops a specific use of the Vandellòs-II plant model for operation and control support at low power involving new ranges of system actuation parameters. It also examines scenarios that are somewhat different from those typically analysed. The study starts showing the results of an assessment case, which is a start-up test and provides some additional qualification, and subsequently attempts to establish calculations to support both an improvement in feed water controls and to set up operating recommendations for low-load manual operation of feed water turbo-pump. Both results hopefully, will produce an outcome, which leads to an improvement in safety and reduces reactor trip probability.     

Marmaray project: Tunnels and stations in BC contract

Istanbul is one of the most famous historical cities in the world. However, the project alignment selected as the best of a range of alignments cannot avoid passing beneath the historical and cultural heritages of Istanbul as well as under ancient and densely inhabited areas of the city. This paper will explain some of the challenges related to the bored tunnels.

Historical buildings are vulnerable. Yet many existing residential and office buildings are old and constructed on minimal foundations. As a consequence, it is vital that any drawdown of groundwater and any ground settlements have to be minimized.

In addition, the connection between the immersed and bored tunnels will be made directly and totally underground, without the usual intermediate shafts and beneath the deep waters of the Bosphorus Strait. This operation needs the utmost control of the tunnel excavation face to ensure its stability and to minimize water ingress. Based on such considerations, tunnel excavation by tunnel boring machine (TBM) using a slurry shield and having the ability to operate under high pore pressures was recommended as the method of excavation for the main running tunnels.

The paper will explain how the design team from Avrasyaconsult – the Employer’s Representative – arrived at the final minimum, specific and functional requirements of the bored tunneling works which are to be carried out using the ‘FIDIC EPC/Turnkey Project’ conditions.     

A Study on the Model of Forecasting System about the Actual Telephone Occupation in the Lead Development

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