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Parallel PnP Robots: Dynamic Control and Motion Planning
by Guanglei WuThis book provides the design and application of multiple control algorithms and motion planning to a family of parallel robots, which can be generalized to other robot counterparts. The book covers the fundamentals of dynamic models for control design, as well as a comparison of the control effects from the classical to advanced control algorithms step by step, which can help the researcher to understand the design procedure of control algorithms. It also includes different trajectory planning algorithms to ensure optimal robot performances. Furthermore, the research results previously scattered in many prestigious journals and conferences worldwide are methodically edited and presented in a unified form. The book is likely to be of interest to university researchers, R&D engineers, and graduate students in industrial parallel robotics who wish to learn the core principles, methods, algorithms, and applications.
Parallel PnP Robots: Parametric Modeling, Performance Evaluation and Design Optimization (Research on Intelligent Manufacturing)
by Guanglei Wu Huiping ShenThis book discusses the parametric modeling, performance evaluation, design optimization and comparative study of the high-speed, parallel pick-and-place robots. It collects the modeling methodology, evaluation criteria and design guidelines for parallel PnP robots to provide a systematic analysis method for robotic developers. Furthermore, it gathers the research results previously scattered in many prestigious international journals and conference proceedings and methodically edits them and presents them in a unified form. The book is of interest to researchers, R&D engineers and graduate students in industrial parallel robotics who wish to learn the core principles, methods, algorithms, and applications.
Parallel Power Electronics Filters in Three-Phase Four-Wire Systems
by Man-Chung Wong Ning-Yi Dai Chi-Seng LamThis book describes parallel power electronic filters for 3-phase 4-wire systems, focusing on the control, design and system operation. It presents the basics of power-electronics techniques applied in power systems as well as the advanced techniques in controlling, implementing and designing parallel power electronics converters. The power-quality compensation has been achieved using active filters and hybrid filters, and circuit models, control principles and operational practice problems have been verified by principle study, simulation and experimental results. The state-of-the-art research findings were mainly developed by a team at the University of Macau. Offering background information and related novel techniques, this book is a valuable resource for electrical engineers and researchers wanting to work on energy saving using power-quality compensators or renewable energy power electronics systems.
Parallel Power Electronics Filters in Three-Phase Four-Wire Systems: Principle, Control and Design
by Man-Chung Wong Ning-Yi Dai Chi-Seng LamThis book describes parallel power electronic filters for 3-phase 4-wire systems, focusing on the control, design and system operation. It presents the basics of power-electronics techniques applied in power systems as well as the advanced techniques in controlling, implementing and designing parallel power electronics converters. The power-quality compensation has been achieved using active filters and hybrid filters, and circuit models, control principles and operational practice problems have been verified by principle study, simulation and experimental results. The state-of-the-art research findings were mainly developed by a team at the University of Macau. Offering background information and related novel techniques, this book is a valuable resource for electrical engineers and researchers wanting to work on energy saving using power-quality compensators or renewable energy power electronics systems.
Parallel Processing Algorithms For GIS
by Richard Healey; Steve Dowers; Bruce Gittings; Mike MineterOver the last fifteen years GIS has become a fully-fledged technology, deployed across a range of application areas. However, although computer advances in performance appear to continue unhindered, data volumes and the growing sophistication of analysis procedures mean that performance will increasingly become a serious concern in GIS. Parallel computing offers a potential solution. However, traditional algorithms may not run effectively in a parallel environment, so utilization of parallel technology is not entirely straightforward. This groundbreaking book examines some of the current strategies facing scientists and engineers at this crucial interface of parallel computing and GIS.; The book begins with an introduction to the concepts, terminology and techniques of parallel processing, with particular reference to GIS. High level programming paradigms and software engineering issues underlying parallel software developments are considered and emphasis is given to designing modular reusable software libraries. The book continues with problems in designing parallel software for GIS applications, potential vector and raster data structures and details the algorithmic design for some major GIS operations. An implementation case study is included, based around a raster generalization problem, which illustrates some of the principles involved. Subsequent chapters review progress in parallel database technology in a GIS environment and the use of parallel techniques in various application areas, dealing with both algorithmic and implementation issues.; "Parallel Processing Algorithms for GIS" should be a useful text for a new generation of GIS professionals whose principal concern is the challenge of embracing major computer performance enhancements via parallel computing. Similarly, it should be an important volume for parallel computing professionals who are increasingly aware that GIS offers a major application domain for their technology.
Parallel Processing in Computational Mechanics (New Generation Computing Ser. #2)
by Hojjat AdeliIntroduces mechanical engineers to high-performance computing using the new generation of computers with vector and parallel processing capabilities that allow the solution to problems beyond the ken of traditional computers. The chapters present an introduction and overview, explain several methodo
Parallel Programming
by Thomas Rauber Gudula RüngerInnovations in hardware architecture, like hyper-threading or multicore processors, mean that parallel computing resources are available for inexpensive desktop computers. In only a few years, many standard software products will be based on concepts of parallel programming implemented on such hardware, and the range of applications will be much broader than that of scientific computing, up to now the main application area for parallel computing. Rauber and Rünger take up these recent developments in processor architecture by giving detailed descriptions of parallel programming techniques that are necessary for developing efficient programs for multicore processors as well as for parallel cluster systems and supercomputers. Their book is structured in three main parts, covering all areas of parallel computing: the architecture of parallel systems, parallel programming models and environments, and the implementation of efficient application algorithms. The emphasis lies on parallel programming techniques needed for different architectures. The main goal of the book is to present parallel programming techniques that can be used in many situations for many application areas and which enable the reader to develop correct and efficient parallel programs. Many examples and exercises are provided to show how to apply the techniques. The book can be used as both a textbook for students and a reference book for professionals. The presented material has been used for courses in parallel programming at different universities for many years.
Parallel Programming: for Multicore and Cluster Systems
by Gudula Rünger Thomas RauberInnovations in hardware architecture, like hyper-threading or multicore processors, mean that parallel computing resources are available for inexpensive desktop computers. In only a few years, many standard software products will be based on concepts of parallel programming implemented on such hardware, and the range of applications will be much broader than that of scientific computing, up to now the main application area for parallel computing. Rauber and Rünger take up these recent developments in processor architecture by giving detailed descriptions of parallel programming techniques that are necessary for developing efficient programs for multicore processors as well as for parallel cluster systems and supercomputers. Their book is structured in three main parts, covering all areas of parallel computing: the architecture of parallel systems, parallel programming models and environments, and the implementation of efficient application algorithms. The emphasis lies on parallel programming techniques needed for different architectures. For this second edition, all chapters have been carefully revised. The chapter on architecture of parallel systems has been updated considerably, with a greater emphasis on the architecture of multicore systems and adding new material on the latest developments in computer architecture. Lastly, a completely new chapter on general-purpose GPUs and the corresponding programming techniques has been added. The main goal of the book is to present parallel programming techniques that can be used in many situations for a broad range of application areas and which enable the reader to develop correct and efficient parallel programs. Many examples and exercises are provided to show how to apply the techniques. The book can be used as both a textbook for students and a reference book for professionals. The material presented has been used for courses in parallel programming at different universities for many years.
Parallel Robotic Machine Tools
by Dan ZhangResearch and development of various parallel mechanism applications in engineering are now being performed more and more actively in every industrial field. Parallel robot based machine tools development is considered a key technology of robot applications in manufacturing industries. The material covered here describes the basic theory, approaches, and algorithms in the field of parallel robot based machine tools. In addition families of new alternative mechanical architectures which can be used for machine tools with parallel architecture are introduced. Given equal importance is the design of mechanism systems such as kinematic analysis, stiffness analysis, kinetostatic modeling, and optimization.
Parallel Robots: Mechanics And Control
by Hamid D. TaghiradParallel structures are more effective than serial ones for industrial automation applications that require high precision and stiffness, or a high load capacity relative to robot weight. Although many industrial applications have adopted parallel structures for their design, few textbooks introduce the analysis of such robots in terms of dynamics and control. Filling this gap, Parallel Robots: Mechanics and Control presents a systematic approach to analyze the kinematics, dynamics, and control of parallel robots. It brings together analysis and design tools for engineers and researchers who want to design and implement parallel structures in industry. Covers Kinematics, Dynamics, and Control in One Volume The book begins with the representation of motion of robots and the kinematic analysis of parallel manipulators. Moving beyond static positioning, it then examines a systematic approach to performing Jacobian analysis. A special feature of the book is its detailed coverage of the dynamics and control of parallel manipulators. The text examines dynamic analysis using the Newton-Euler method, the principle of virtual work, and the Lagrange formulations. Finally, the book elaborates on the control of parallel robots, considering both motion and force control. It introduces various model-free and model-based controllers and develops robust and adaptive control schemes. It also addresses redundancy resolution schemes in detail. Analysis and Design Tools to Help You Create Parallel Robots In each chapter, the author revisits the same case studies to show how the techniques may be applied. The case studies include a planar cable-driven parallel robot, part of a promising new generation of parallel structures that will allow for larger workspaces. The MATLAB® code used for analysis and simulation is available online. Combining the analysis of kinematics and dynamics with methods of designing controllers, this text offers a holistic introduction for anyone interested in designing and implementing parallel robots.
Parallel Sparse Direct Solver for Integrated Circuit Simulation
by Xiaoming Chen Yu Wang Huazhong YangThis book describes algorithmic methods and parallelization techniques to design a parallel sparse direct solver which is specifically targeted at integrated circuit simulation problems. The authors describe a complete flow and detailed parallel algorithms of the sparse direct solver. They also show how to improve the performance by simple but effective numerical techniques. The sparse direct solver techniques described can be applied to any SPICE-like integrated circuit simulator and have been proven to be high-performance in actual circuit simulation. Readers will benefit from the state-of-the-art parallel integrated circuit simulation techniques described in this book, especially the latest parallel sparse matrix solution techniques.
Parallel Supercomputing in MIMD Architectures
by R.Michael HordParallel Supercomputing in MIMD Architectures is devoted to supercomputing on a wide variety of Multiple-Instruction-Multiple-Data (MIMD)-class parallel machines. This book describes architectural concepts, commercial and research hardware implementations, major programming concepts, algorithmic methods, representative applications, and benefits and drawbacks. Commercial machines described include Connection Machine 5, NCUBE, Butterfly, Meiko, Intel iPSC, iPSC/2 and iWarp, DSP3, Multimax, Sequent, and Teradata. Research machines covered include the J-Machine, PAX, Concert, and ASP. Operating systems, languages, translating sequential programs to parallel, and semiautomatic parallelizing are aspects of MIMD software addressed in Parallel Supercomputing in MIMD Architectures. MIMD issues such as scalability, partitioning, processor utilization, and heterogenous networks are discussed as well.This book is packed with important information and richly illustrated with diagrams and tables, Parallel Supercomputing in MIMD Architectures is an essential reference for computer professionals, program managers, applications system designers, scientists, engineers, and students in the computer sciences.
Parallel System Interconnections and Communications
by Miltos D. Grammatikakis D. Frank Hsu Miroslav KraetzlThis introduction to networking large scale parallel computer systems acts as a primary resource for a wide readership, including network systems engineers, electronics engineers, systems designers, computer scientists involved in systems design and implementation of parallel algorithms development, graduate students in systems architecture, design, or engineering.
Parallele Programmierung
by Gudula Rünger Thomas RauberMultiprozessor-Desktoprechner, Cluster von PCs und Innovationen wie Hyperthreading oder Multicore-Prozessoren machen parallele Rechenressourcen allgegenwärtig. Die Ausnutzung dieser Rechenleistung ist jedoch nur durch parallele Programmiertechniken möglich. Das Buch stellt diese Techniken für herkömmliche Parallelrechner und für neuartige Plattformen umfassend dar. Neben den Grundlagen der parallelen Programmierung werden Programmierumgebungen wie Pthreads, Java-Threads, OpenMP, MPI oder PVM sowie die zugehörigen Programmiermodelle behandelt.
Parallels and Responses to Curricular Innovation: The Possibilities of Posthumanistic Education (Routledge International Studies in the Philosophy of Education #36)
by Brad PetitfilsThis volume explores two radical shifts in history and subsequent responses in curricular spaces: the move from oral to print culture during the transition between the 15th and 16th centuries and the rise of the Jesuits, and the move from print to digital culture during the transition between the 20th and 21st centuries and the rise of what the philosopher Jean Baudrillard called "hyperreality." The curricular innovation that accompanied the first shift is considered through the rise of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits). These men created the first "global network" of education, and developed a humanistic curriculum designed to help students navigate a complicated era of the known (human-centered) and unknown (God-centered) universe. The curricular innovation that is proposed for the current shift is guided by the question: What should be the role of undergraduate education become in the 21st century? Today, the tension between the known and unknown universe is concentrated on the interrelationships between our embodied spaces and our digitally mediated ones. As a result, today’s undergraduate students should be challenged to understand how—in the objectively focused, commodified, STEM-centric landscape of higher education—the human subject is decentered by the forces of hyperreality, and in turn, how the human subject might be recentered to balance our humanness with the new realities of digital living. Therein, one finds the possibility of posthumanistic education.
Parameter-Centric Scaled FET Devices: Physics Based Perspectives and Attributes (Synthesis Lectures on Emerging Engineering Technologies)
by Nabil Shovon AshrafParameters that determine the performance of silicon-based Field Effect Transistors (FET) devices in the presence of degenerate doping, often are not modeled properly and so require precise analysis to improve modeling accuracy. The book is focused on the extraction of parameters for silicon-based FET models that critically determine the FET performance at room temperature as well as at very low temperatures. Emphasize is put on analysis that is based on the device physics, especially at low (cryogenic) temperatures. Performance of gate-all-around (GAA) nanowire FETs, and stacked nanosheet complementary FETs (C-FET) are also discussed.
Parameter Estimation of Nonlinear Random Medium by Scattered Electromagnetic Fields (Springer Tracts in Electrical and Electronics Engineering)
by Manisha Khulbe Harish ParthasarathyThis book is on the nonlinear random medium analysis that includes subtopics of terahertz imaging, inverse scattering, plasmonics, quantum optics/communication laser modes, and terahertz photonic antennas. Here in this book, a mathematical framework is developed to analyze the impact of dimensions and chemical potential on nano-antenna channels.
Parameterextraktion bei Halbleiterbauelementen: Simulation mit PSPICE
by Peter BaumannErgänzend zu Vorlesung, zu Rechenübungen und insbesondere zum Laborpraktikum im Lehrfach Elektronik werden Analyseverfahren zur Extraktion von SPICE-Modellparametern ausgewählter Halbleiterbauelemente vorgestellt. Für Bauelemente aus der DEMO-Version des Programms OrCAD-PSPICE wird aufgezeigt, wie man deren statische und dynamische elektrische Modellparameter mit SPICE-Analysen wieder zurück gewinnen kann. Diese Parameterermittlung wird vorgestellt für Schaltdiode, Kapazitätsdiode, Z-Diode, npn-Bipolartransistor, N-Kanal-Sperrschicht-Feldeffekttransistor, CMOS-Array-Transistoren, Operationsverstärker und Optokoppler.
Parameterextraktion bei Halbleiterbauelementen: Simulation mit PSPICE
by Peter BaumannErgänzend zu Vorlesung, zu Rechenübungen und insbesondere zum Laborpraktikum im Lehrfach Elektronik werden Analyseverfahren zur Extraktion von SPICE-Modellparametern ausgewählter Halbleiterbauelemente vorgestellt. Für Bauelemente aus der DEMO-Version des Programms OrCAD-PSPICE wird aufgezeigt, wie man deren statische und dynamische elektrische Modellparameter mit PSPICE-Analysen wieder zurück gewinnen kann. Diese Parameterermittlung wird vorgestellt für Schaltdiode, Kapazitätsdiode, npn-Bipolartransistor, N-Kanal-Sperr- Schicht-Feldeffekttransistor, CMOS-Array-Transistoren, Operationsverstärker und Optokoppler. Im abschließenden neuen Kapitel wird die Ermittlung der Modell- Parameter von Sensoren zur Erfassung von Temperatur, Licht, Feuchte, Kraft, Schall, Gaskonzentration und pH-Wert behandelt.
Parameterextraktion bei Halbleiterbauelementen: Simulation mit PSPICE
by Peter BaumannErgänzend zu Vorlesung, zu Rechenübungen und insbesondere zum Laborpraktikum im Lehrfach Elektronik werden Analyseverfahren zur Extraktion von SPICE-Modellparametern ausgewählter Halbleiterbauelemente vorgestellt. Für Bauelemente aus der DEMO-Version des Programms ORCAD-PSPICE wird aufgezeigt, wie man deren statische und dynamische elektrische Modellparameter mit PSPICE-Analysen wieder zurück gewinnen kann. Diese Parameterermittlung wird ausgeführt für Schaltdiode, Kapazitätsdiode, npn-Bipolartransistor, N-Kanal-Sperrschicht-Feldeffekttransistor, CMOS-Array-Transistoren, Operationsverstärker und Optokoppler. In einem neuen Abschnitt werden Streuparameter-Analysen zum bipolaren HF-Transistor vorgenommen. Behandelt wird ferner die Ermittlung der Modellparameter von Sensoren zur Erfassung von Temperatur, Licht, Feuchte, Kraft, Schall, Gaskonzentration und pH-Wert. Das abschließende neue Kapitel widmet sich der Parameterextraktion von multikristallinen, monokristallinen und Dünnschicht-Silizium-Solarzellen.
Parametric Analog Signal Amplification Applied to Nanoscale CMOS Technologies
by João Goes João P. OliveiraThis book is dedicated to the analysis of parametric amplification with special emphasis on the MOS discrete-time implementation. This implementation is demonstrated by the presentation of several circuits where the MOS parametric amplifier cell is used: small gain amplifier, comparator with embedded pre-amplification, discrete-time mixer/IIR-Filter, and analog-to-digital converter (ADC). Experimental results are shown to validate the overall design technique.
Parametric Cost Modeling for Buildings
by Donald E. ParkerSuccessful cost management and value engineering in construction is based on accurate and early estimations of cost, and this book is the quickest route to creating a cost plan from scratch. The budgeting system described in this book will help the reader to: document project scope at a level that provides excellent cost control at design stage establish the parameters of potential sites before selecting one determine the amount of financing needed before deciding to bid on a project make a detailed and robust building project budget determine the rental rate necessary to see if a building project will be marketable The technique used is a parametric cost system, not the square foot cost system used by most who quote an up-front building cost. To help calculate the parameter quantities and price them as quantified, this book comes with 5 electronic templates to calculate program scope; i.e. – space, configuration, HVAC loads, plumbing and electrical. It also includes: the author’s parametric cost database and cost template to prepare the construction estimate a soft cost template to price out all related program costs, convert them to a monthly cash flow, incorporate financing costs and then reveal the final budget an operation and maintenance annual cost template to calculate those variable and fixed costs necessary to run the building and then convert the result into the necessary rental rate to capitalize all costs The spreadsheets, data, advice, and templates, are all introduced through a detailed case study, placing everything in an easy to understand practical context. This will prove an invaluable guide not only for estimators and cost engineers, but also developers, clients, and architects.
Parametric Experiments in Architecture: A Connection Joint Design for Sustainable Structures in Bamboo (UNIPA Springer Series)
by Andrea Mercurio Francesco Di PaolaThis book offers a comprehensive overview of the use of bamboo in the building industry. It systematically demonstrates bamboo’s utility in terms of its properties, describing the material properties of typical industrial bamboo products, and discussing their performance evaluation and optimization as building components and in the creation of building envelopes. The book presents the recent developments regarding the innovative ways to design and represent architecture through parametric survey tools, and describes the experimental geometrical-generative design process of a connection joint for free-form lightweight structures employing beams made of bamboo culms. It examines algorithmic-generative design themes, through processes of optimization, analysis, and geometrical-spatial verification, employing the potential of digital form-finding design and digital manufacturing techniques to validate the defined technological solution. This book appeals to scientists and professionals and is a valuable resource for civil engineers, designers and students interested in this unique plant material and its application in the building industry. Videos via app: download the SN More Media app for free, scan an image or a link with play button and access the videos directly on your smartphone or tablet.
A Parametric Framework for Modelling of Bioelectrical Signals (Series in BioEngineering)
by Yar M. MughalThis book examines non-invasive, electrical-based methods for disease diagnosis and assessment of heart function. In particular, a formalized signal model is proposed since this offers several advantages over methods that rely on measured data alone. By using a formalized representation, the parameters of the signal model can be easily manipulated and/or modified, thus providing mechanisms that allow researchers to reproduce and control such signals. In addition, having such a formalized signal model makes it possible to develop computer tools that can be used for manipulating and understanding how signal changes result from various heart conditions, as well as for generating input signals for experimenting with and evaluating the performance of e. g. signal extraction methods. The work focuses on bioelectrical information, particularly electrical bio-impedance (EBI). Once the EBI has been measured, the corresponding signals have to be modelled for analysis. This requires a structured approach in order to move from real measured data to the model of the corresponding signals. This book proposes a generic framework for this procedure. It can be used as a guide for modelling impedance cardiography (ICG) and impedance respirography (IRG) signals, as well as for developing the corresponding bio-impedance signal simulator (BISS).
Parametric Modeling with SOLIDWORKS 2016
by Randy H. Shih Paul J. Schilling<p>Parametric Modeling with SOLIDWORKS 2016 contains a series of sixteen tutorial style lessons designed to introduce SOLIDWORKS 2016, solid modeling and parametric modeling techniques and concepts. This book introduces SOLIDWORKS 2016 on a step-by-step basis, starting with constructing basic shapes, all the way through to the creation of assembly drawings and motion analysis. <p>This book takes a hands on, exercise intensive approach to all the important Parametric Modeling techniques and concepts. Each lesson introduces a new set of commands and concepts, building on previous lessons. The lessons guide the user from constructing basic shapes to building intelligent solid models, assemblies and creating multi-view drawings. <p>This book also covers some of the more advanced features of SOLIDWORKS 2016, including how to use the SOLIDWORKS Design Library, basic motion analysis, collision detection and analysis with SimulationXpress. <p>The exercises in this book cover the performance tasks that are included on the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) Examination. Reference guides located at the front of the book and in each chapter show where these performance tasks are covered.</p>