Mobile crowdsensing (MCS) is an emerging paradigm that leverages the pervasive presence of mobile devices to collect and analyze data from the environment. However, the choice of a push- or pull-based architecture for...
Mobile crowdsensing (MCS) is an emerging paradigm that leverages the pervasive presence of mobile devices to collect and analyze data from the environment. However, the choice of a push- or pull-based architecture for MCS can result in a loss of flexibility and limitations for the creators of the campaigns (crowdsourcers). To address this issue, we propose a hybrid push-pull architecture for MCS campaigns that leverages the W3C Web of Things (WoT) to standardize the interfaces and interactions of devices through well-consolidated Web technologies. Furthermore, we present the design and implementation of a WoT-enabled Android application for MCS. We evaluate our proposal through simulations in a vehicular scenario based on a real dataset, showing that the hybrid architecture provides greater flexibility to crowdsourcers, supporting simultaneously the push and pull paradigms.
Wearable Internet of Things (IoT) devices with inertial sensors can enable personalized and fine-grained Human Activity Recognition (HAR). While activity classification on the Extreme Edge (EE) can reduce latency and ...
Wearable Internet of Things (IoT) devices with inertial sensors can enable personalized and fine-grained Human Activity Recognition (HAR). While activity classification on the Extreme Edge (EE) can reduce latency and maximize user privacy, it must tackle the unique challenges posed by the constrained environment. Indeed, Deep Learning (DL) techniques may not be applicable, and data processing can become burdensome due to the lack of input systems. In this paper, we address those issues by proposing, implementing, and validating an EE-aware HAR system. Our system incorporates a feature selection mechanism to reduce the data dimensionality in input, and an unsupervised feature separation and classification technique based on Self-Organizing Maps (SOMs). We developed the system on an M5Stack IoT prototype board and implemented a new SOM library for the Arduino SDK. Experimental results on two HAR datasets show that our proposed solution is able to overcome other unsupervised approaches and achieve performance close to state-of-art DL techniques while generating a model small enough to fit the limited memory capabilities of EE devices.
The problem of single-snapshot direction of arrival (DoA) estimation with antenna arrays has been considered. A sectorized approach based on Bayesian Compressive Sensing (BCS) has been proposed. In this method, the an...
The problem of single-snapshot direction of arrival (DoA) estimation with antenna arrays has been considered. A sectorized approach based on Bayesian Compressive Sensing (BCS) has been proposed. In this method, the angular space is discretized, defining many non-overlapping small grids which cover the desired large angular space. First, a BCS estimation is run in each of the sectors to estimate the DoA of the signals. Then, a second stage is performed to correct the inconsistencies at the edges due to signal leaking between sectors. The performance of the method has been analyzed via extensive Monte-Carlo simulations in which the number of targets, their Radar Cross Section (RCS), and their location have been varied in a large extent, and the targets were observed by a Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) radar with an 86-element Uniform Linear Array (ULA). The results are compared with state-of-the-art methods in terms of estimation accuracy and resolution. Moreover, an analysis of the computational time, critical for many real-time applications, is presented, which shows a reduction of 20 times in the computational time compared with the standard BCS. Finally, the method has also been validated using experimental data collected with a commercial automotive radar.
A virtual coaching system is key for monitoring the performance during exercise regimes and rendering timely feedback to avoid potential physical harm. Ideally, the core technologies behind such a system imply exercis...
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A virtual coaching system is key for monitoring the performance during exercise regimes and rendering timely feedback to avoid potential physical harm. Ideally, the core technologies behind such a system imply exercise recognition/assessment for performance evaluation and subject identification for retrieval/update of personal profiles. In this work, we develop techniques based on learning models for inferences regarding exercise recognition, prediction of the subject's biometrics, exercise evaluation, and simultaneous recognition and evaluation. We address four indoor exercises: squats, push-ups, shoulder-press, and lunges. Different sorts of exercise evaluation are provided: (1) the overall-binary assessment, with a detailed assessment rendering the exact mistakes performed, and (2) the score-based evaluation giving a metric in the range of 0-10 for each aspect of the exercise. Thermal and RGB imagery are examined with various descriptors, such as raw images, Gait Energy Image (GEI), and skeletal pose, with a comparison between their performance. The GEI descriptor extracted from RGB imagery is introduced for exercise recognition and evaluation tasks achieving remarkable results. The GEI descriptor is further utilized for subject recognition and verification from the performed exercise showing the ability of subject discrimination from the way of exercising. Consequently, we introduce new kinds of biometrics based on indoor exercising inspired by the notion that individuals are recognizable from the fingerprint motion dynamics in exercise regimes. To the best of our knowledge, our work is the first to use GEI in such directions and show its remarkable effectiveness.
Operations and Maintenance (O&M) cost optimization in the nuclear energy industry is an imperative task for developing sustainable systems and efficient renewable technologies. We present a modular probabilistic f...
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Frequently, individuals undergo specific episodes of mental health challenges throughout their lifetime. But the COVID pandemic has triggered a surge in mental health disorders arising from isolation, monotonous routi...
Frequently, individuals undergo specific episodes of mental health challenges throughout their lifetime. But the COVID pandemic has triggered a surge in mental health disorders arising from isolation, monotonous routines, demanding workloads, financial disparities, and disruptions to daily schedules. Furthermore, the global pandemic has induced constant anxiety and stress. Beyond the pandemic, the competition and intense pressure of the modern world impact mental health. Access to advanced mental health solutions and the necessary familiarity remain limited for most of the population. Given the integration of technology into daily life, diverse remedies, including mobile and web applications, have emerged to tackle the escalating challenge of mental health disorders. This study proposes an accessible and cost-effective approach that employs machine learning to detect stress levels and discern user emotions from journal entries and facial expressions while integrating self-journaling, video recommendations, and visual content generation to stimulate positive emotions and relieve stress.
In this work, we employ micromagnetic modelling of a spin Hall oscillator for a direct inference and classification of binary digit inputs. The spectral characteristics of the oscillation is utilized for the classific...
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Due to their low processing power, disparate operating systems, and frequently reticent security mechanisms, Internet of Things gadgets create unique security difficulties. These elements come together to provide spec...
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Due to their low processing power, disparate operating systems, and frequently reticent security mechanisms, Internet of Things gadgets create unique security difficulties. These elements come together to provide special security challenges for the Internet of Things. This is specifically because they are becoming less common in artificial and consumer activities. The architecture that has been provided uses sophisticated machine literacy techniques to identify and eliminate a variety of cybersecurity issues, including malware attacks, unauthorised access, and data breaches. The framework can be used to recognise and remove these hazards. The frame detects anomalies and hidden dangers in real time by continuously monitoring network activity and device gesture. This is a big plus since it makes it possible to design creative protection mechanisms. Experiments have shown that the technique is useful for improving the security of networks linked to the Internet of Things (IoT) without appreciably impacting device performance. The trials’ outcomes served as evidence for this. The investigation’s conclusions provide insight into the potential for fusing cybersecurity tactics with machine literacy to solve issues that are spreading throughout the Internet of Things’ geographic domain. This would offer a dependable solution that would protect confidential information and ensure that connected systems would carry on as usual until further notice.
Traditional anti-jamming techniques like spread spectrum, adaptive power/rate control, and cognitive radio, have demonstrated effectiveness in mitigating jamming attacks. However, their robustness against the growing ...
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Muskmelon(Cucumis melo L.)is one of the important horticultural crops of the Cucurbitaceae *** production of melon fruits was approximately 27 million tons,with the United States production yielding 616,050 tons(FAO 2...
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Muskmelon(Cucumis melo L.)is one of the important horticultural crops of the Cucurbitaceae *** production of melon fruits was approximately 27 million tons,with the United States production yielding 616,050 tons(FAO 2018).Melon is diploid(2n=24)and has an approximate genome size of 450 Mbp(Arumuganathan and Earle 1991).A high-quality reference genome of melon(DHL92 v4.0)covers 358 Mbp pseudomolecules(Castanera et al.2019).
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