ILC for non-minimum phase system

In this paper we propose a design method of an iterative learning controller (ILC) for a non-minimum phase (NMP) system by model-matching theory. The ILC consists of two learning filters acting on both the previous input signal and the previous error signal. To design the learning filters, we convert the convergence condition of the ILC into the model-matching problem and get the stable and proper learning filter by solving the Nevanlinna's algorithm. To show the usefulness of the proposed algorithm, some design examples are included.     

RSA-based Proxy Signature for Media Independent Handover

This paper proposes an Authentication Interworking Protocol (AIP) based cn IEEE 802.21 Medi Independent Handover (MIH)in the heterogeneous networks.The proposed AIP with the RSA-based proxy signature reduces handover delay time and communication message overhead when the mobile rode moves between the heterogeneous networks.It defines new AIP Type Length Value (AIP TLV) in MIH frame format and uses the MIH Information Server (MIHIS) for issuing signature.The MIHIS can generate a signature on behalf of the AAA server and then the signature can be used by mobile node for a pre-authentication.For low handover delay,the proposed AIP performs pre-authentication processes with MIP protocol before layer 2handover.Also,this paper analyses the performance of the handover and compares with the non-secure MIH.     

Gelatinization and Retrogradation Characteristics of Hydroxypropylated and Cross-linked Rices

Chemically modified rices were prepared by treating with propylene oxide and epichlorohydrin. Gelatinization and retrogradation characteristics of these modified rices were investigated by using DSC and amylograph. Hydroxypropylation of rice caused an extreme decrease in gelatinization temperature from 62°C to 50°C and reduced the retrogradation rate of cooked rice. In rice treated by both hydroxypropylation and cross-linking the retrogradation was reduced more than for hydroxypropylated rice.     

高热稳定性多硝基芳烃的研究

The paper is focused on 2,4,6,4′,6′,2″,4″,6″-octanitro[1,1′,3′,1″]-terphenyl (ONT), 2,2′,2″,4,4′,4″,6,6′,6″-nonanitro[1,1′,3′,1″]-terphenyl (NONA), 2,4,6-tris(2,4,6-trinitrophenyl)-1,3,5-triazine (TPT), N,N-bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl)-2,4,6-trinitroaniline (NTFA), 2,2′,4,4′,6,6′-hexanitrobiphenyl (HNB), 1,3-dinitrobenzene (1,3-DNB) and 1,3,5-trinitrobenzene (TNB). The initiation reactivity of these substances has been studied by means of the data obtained from non-isothermal differential thermal analysis (DTA), their ignition temperatures, impact sensitivity, the data obtained from the Russian manometric method and the detonation characteristics. For comparison, also the data published about 2,2′,2″,2″′,4,4′,4″,4″′,6,6′,6″,6″′-dodecanitro-[1,3′,1′,1″]quaterphenyl (DODECA) have been included. The paper specifies and discusses the relationships between the results of various methods used, inclusive of the forms of modified Evans-Polanyi-Semenov relationship. It has been stated that the technologically most attractive substances, out of those studied, can be ordered in the sequence ONT-TPT-NONA-NTFA according to their increasing thermal reactivity.     

Comparison of in vivo biocompatibilities between parylene-C and polydimethylsiloxane for implantable microelectronic devices

Implantable devices are often composed of or coated with different biologically compatible materials based on their requirements. Selecting a surface material for an implantable device is not an easy task, and it is necessary to compare the biocompatibilities of the available surface materials. In this study, we perform a comparison of the in vivo biocompatibilities of polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) and para-xylyene polymer (parylene-C) as they are considered to be candidates for a coating material for implantable microelectronic devices. For in vivo biocompatibility testing, fifty four male Sprague-Dawley rats were used for testing, and they were divided into three groups (PDMS, parylene-C and a positive control). At one, four and twelve weeks after implantation of the test object, the density of inflammatory cells and the granulation layer thickness were recorded for each group and compared with other groups using visible light and fluorescence microscopy. The thickness of the granulation layer tended to decrease over time for all of the experimental groups, whereas the granulation layer thickness remained constant in the positive control group. The thinnest capsular layer was observed for the parylene-C group and fewest inflammatory cells were observed in this group during the entire experimental period. Macrophage infiltration was minimal, even at one week, and was not observed thereafter. The parylene-C group showed better biocompatibility than the PDMS groups, both for acute and chronic implantation. Thus, parylene-C is the best candidate of the tested materials for applications involving permanent implantable micro-devices.     

SEQUENTIAL LOOP CLOSING IDENTIFICATION OF MULTIVARIABLE PROCESSES USING THE BIASED RELAY FEEDBACK METHOD

Each controller in multiloop control systems for multivariable processes can be tuned sequentially with the ultimate information for the paired input and output while former loops have been closed, and hence, single-input single-output autotuning methods can be applied. In this sequential autotuning for multiloop control systems, several iterations are usually required for better control performances. Especially when pairings are undesirable, the autotuning sequences should be repeated with correct pairings, which result in long field experiments. Here, to avoid this drawback, a simple method to identify process models while loops are being sequentially tuned is proposed. The identified models can be used to correct pairings of multiloop control systems and to improve tuning performances without several field iterations. In addition, they can be used to obtain model-based control systems such as decoupling control systems.     

Dielectric and field-induced strain behaviour of (Pb1−xBax) ZrO3 ceramics

The effects of Ba2+ substitution on the dielectric properties and induced strain behaviour of the (Pb1–xBax) ZrO3 ceramics (0.05x0.3) have been investigated as a function of x. A new phase diagram of the (Pb1–xBax) ZrO3 system, indicating the field effect on the phase transition, is also presented. As the Ba2+ content increases, the Curie temperature decreases linearly, whereas maximum dielectric constant increases for up to 20 mol% Ba2+ addition, and then decreases with further Ba2+ addition. Based on the hysteresis loops, the temperature range of the ferroelectric phase as an intermediate phase between the antiferroelectric and paraelectric phases, increases with increasing electric field and Ba2+ content. The ferroelectric loops are induced at room temperature for the specimens containing above 10 mol% Ba2+ by applying an electric field up to 25 kV cm–1. However, for the 5 mol% Ba2+-substituted specimen, no ferroelectric loop is induced, even with applied fields up to 55 kV cm–1. The phase transition due to electric field and Ba2+ addition is also confirmed by the measurement of the field-induced longitudinal strain.     

Branched Oligosaccharides Concentrated by Yeast Fermentation and Effectiveness as a Low Sweetness Humectant

A branched oligosaccharides (BOS) mixture was prepared from liquefied corn starch using Bacillus lichenifrmis maltogenic amylase (BLMA). A highly concentrated BOS was prepared by removing glucose and maltose through yeast fermentation, which increased the BOS content. Water activity (a_w) of bread went from 0.87 to 0.82 when 10% (w/w) or to 0.78 when 20% (w/w) BOS was added. BOS lowered a_w more effectively as concentration of BOS increased. The water sorption isotherm of BOS was much higher than that of sucrose at a_w, 0.1–0.8. BOS also prevented starch retrogradation in bread, probably due to steric hinderance and to the state of water retained by BOS. Relative sweetness of BOS was ± 17.5% of sucrose. The BOS mixture produced by BLMA might provide a new type humectant for foods that is low in sweetness and retards retrogradation.