A method that does not use numerical integration is presented for approximating the cumulative distribution of integer-valued random variables from their characteristic functions. Bounds on the approximation error are...
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A method that does not use numerical integration is presented for approximating the cumulative distribution of integer-valued random variables from their characteristic functions. Bounds on the approximation error are also given, The method is then used to compute photomultiplier counting distributions.
Describes a high-quality distance learning course in undergraduate signals and systems which is being taught at the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth and is being shared with the University of Massachusetts, Bost...
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Describes a high-quality distance learning course in undergraduate signals and systems which is being taught at the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth and is being shared with the University of Massachusetts, Boston. The course uses computer-assisted collaborative learning techniques over two-way compressed video. Students in this course spend most of their class time working in groups on problems or interactive demonstrations. Often, they use simulators with audio input and output. This gives students an active learning experience during the class while also sharply reducing the amount of information which must be sent in broadcast fashion through the video system. By using collaborative learning methods, the negative impact of the video system is greatly reduced in the classrooms at both ends. There are many logistical issues in designing a distance learning course using collaborative learning methods for a subject like linear systems. This paper describes the layout of a computer-assisted learning studio. It also discusses the teaching methods used. These were optimized together for maximum effectiveness of this distance learning course.
An analytic model for the performance evaluation of space-division Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) switches is presented. This model assumes that the switch has a fixed capacity of m, where 12 is given. The result sh...
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A theoretical model of microwave absorption in linear dielectric (non-ferroelectric) ionic crystals that takes into account the presence of point defects was synthesized and verified using NaCl single crystals. In the...
A theoretical model of microwave absorption in linear dielectric (non-ferroelectric) ionic crystals that takes into account the presence of point defects was synthesized and verified using NaCl single crystals. In the next stage of this research, we will introduce a controlled density of dislocations into the single crystal NaCl samples and study the effect on the microwave absorption mechanisms (ionic conduction, dielectric relaxation and multi-phonon processes) both theoretically and experimentally. Qualitative outlines of this modified theory are presented. The loss factor ε’ has been measured in the dislocation-free case by a cavity resonator insertion technique and the experimental results are in good agreement with the theoretical model. We describe the sample preparation technique that will be used to produce a controlled dislocation density in single crystal samples that will also be studied in our cavity resonator insertion system.
Estimation of the distortion parameters in pattern recognition applications is addressed. This paper reports a new technique for the estimation of distortion parameters using correlation techniques with a synthetic jo...
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Estimation of the distortion parameters in pattern recognition applications is addressed. This paper reports a new technique for the estimation of distortion parameters using correlation techniques with a synthetic joint Fourier transform (JFT) correlator set-up. In particular, the degree of rotational distortion is studied with the synthesis of a composite estimation feature from a set of distorted targets. Simulation results are presented to show better estimation performance.
The mortality related to cervical cancer can be substantially reduced through early detection and treatment. However, current detection techniques, such as Pap smear and colposcopy, fail to achieve a concurrently high...
The mortality related to cervical cancer can be substantially reduced through early detection and treatment. However, current detection techniques, such as Pap smear and colposcopy, fail to achieve a concurrently high sensitivity and specificity. In vivo fluorescence spectroscopy is a technique which quickly, noninvasively and quantitatively probes the biochemical and morphological changes that occur in pre-cancerous tissue. RBF ensemble algorithms based on such spectra provide automated, and near realtime implementation of pre-cancer detection in the hands of nonexperts. The results are more reliable, direct and accurate than those achieved by either human experts or multivariate statistical algorithms.
Body surface Laplacian maps were studied from a set of unipolar potential data in healthy human subjects. The present results indicate that body surface Laplacian maps can be obtained with high reproducibility in the ...
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Body surface Laplacian maps were studied from a set of unipolar potential data in healthy human subjects. The present results indicate that body surface Laplacian maps can be obtained with high reproducibility in the human subjects studied, and can reveal detailed information regarding the underlying ventricular conduction process.
The authors have developed a multi-purpose X-window based mapping software system. This software system can be used to analyze and display body surface maps of the Laplacian electrocardiogram, potential electrocardiog...
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The authors have developed a multi-purpose X-window based mapping software system. This software system can be used to analyze and display body surface maps of the Laplacian electrocardiogram, potential electrocardiogram, electroencephalogram, etc.
Fusion is one of a few future power sources with the potential to be both economically acceptable and have attractive safety and environmental characteristics. In addition fusion fuel is inexhaustible, readily availab...
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Fusion is one of a few future power sources with the potential to be both economically acceptable and have attractive safety and environmental characteristics. In addition fusion fuel is inexhaustible, readily available, and affordable. Fusion can be an important option in the energy mix for the future because of environmental, supply, and political difficulties associated with fossil fuels and present-day nuclear power. An overview of the technological requirements for fusion power plants is given and their economic, safety, and environmental features are explored. Conceptual design studies predict that fusion power plants will be capital intensive and will be used as central electric power station. The cost of electricity from these power stations is estimated be comparable to other sources of energy. In addition, by using "low-activation" materials and care in design, fusion safety and environmental advantages (with respect to consequences of accidents, waste-disposal, and air pollution, etc.) can be realized. These advantages of fusion will not, however, be achieved automatically and a significant science and technology development program will be required for their realization.
Processing conditions such as temperature, soak time, and heating rate affect the final density of conventionally-sintered and microwave-sintered ceramics. Of additional importance is the question of whether microwave...
Processing conditions such as temperature, soak time, and heating rate affect the final density of conventionally-sintered and microwave-sintered ceramics. Of additional importance is the question of whether microwave-sintered ceramics display intrinsically superior macroscopic engineering properties compared with conventionally-sintered control specimens. An analysis using the Yates algorithm indicates that the processing condition which has the largest impact on the density of the specimen is the heating method (microwave vs. conventional). The microwave-sintered specimens resulted in higher densities and higher fracture strengths. However, it was determined that the higher fracture strengths were due to the higher sintered densities rather than a significantly different microstructure.
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