Analytical models for energy consumption in infrastructure WLAN STAs carrying TCP traffic

We develop analytical models for estimating the energy spent by stations (STAs) in infrastructure WLANs when performing TCP controlled file downloads. We focus on the energy spent in radio communication when the STAs are in the Continuously Active Mode (CAM), or in the static Power Save Mode (PSM). Our approach is to develop accurate models for obtaining the fraction of times the STA radios spend in idling, receiving and transmitting. We discuss two traffic models for each mode of operation: (i) each STA performs one large file download, and (ii) the STAs perform short file transfers. We evaluate the rate of STA energy expenditure with long file downloads, and show that static PSM is worse than just using CAM. For short file downloads we compute the number of file downloads that can be completed with given battery capacity, and show that PSM performs better than CAM for this case. We provide a validation of our analytical models using the NS-2 simulator.

A 100MHz to 1GHz, 0.35V to 1.5V Supply 256 x 64 SRAM Block Using Symmetrized 9T SRAM Cell with Controlled Read

In this paper, we present dynamic voltage and frequency Managed 256 x 64 SRAM block in 65 nm technology, for frequency ranging from 100 MHz to 1 GHz. The total energy is minimized for any operating frequency in the above range and leakage energy is minimized during standby mode. Since noise margin of SRAM cell deteriorates at low voltages, we propose static noise margin improvement circuitry, which symmetrizes the SRAM cell by controlling the body bias of pull down NMOS transistor. We used a 9T SRAM cell that isolates Read and hold noise margin and has less leakage. We have implemented an efficient technique of pushing address decoder into zigzag- super-cut-off in stand-by mode without affecting its performance in active mode of operation. The read bit line (RBL) voltage drop is controlled and pre-charge of bit lines is done only when needed for reducing power wastage.

Shape memory alloy based motor

Design and characterization of a new shape memory alloy wire based Poly Phase Motor has been reported in this paper. The motor can be used either in stepping mode or in servo mode of operation. Each phase of the motor consists of an SMA wire with a spring in series. The principle of operation of the poly phase motor is presented. The motor resembles a stepper motor in its functioning though the actuation principles are different and hence has been characterized similar to a stepper motor. The motor can be actuated in either direction with different phase sequencing methods, which are presented in this work. The motor is modelled and simulated and the results of simulations and experiments are presented. The experimental model of the motor is of dimension 150mm square, 20mm thick and uses SMA wire of 0·4mm diameter and 125mm of length in each phase.

Circulating power test setup for a PWM rectifier motor drive

Power converters burn-in test consumes large amount of energy, which increases the cost of testing, and certification, in medium and high power application. A simple test configuration to test a PWM rectifier induction motor drive, using a Doubly Fed Induction Machine (DFIM) to circulate power back to the grid for burn-in test is presented. The test configuration makes use of only one power electronic converter, which is the converter to be tested. The test method ensures soft synchronization of DFIM and Squirrel Cage Induction Machine (SCIM). A simple volt per hertz control of the drive is sufficient for conducting the test. To synchronize the DFIM with SCIM, the rotor terminal voltage of DFIM is measured and used as an indication of speed mismatch between DFIM and SCIM. The synchronization is done when the DFIM rotor voltage is at its minimum. Analysis of the DFIM characteristics confirms that such a test can be effectively performed with smooth start up and loading of the test setup. After synchronization is obtained, the speed command to SCIM is changed in order to load the setup in motoring or regenerative mode of operation. The experimental results are presented that validates the proposed test method.

Study on Rotor Current Waveforms in an Inverter-fed Induction Motor Drive During Overmodulation

Overmodulation introduces low-order harmonics in the output voltage of a voltage source inverter. This paper presents the effects of low-order harmonics in the stator voltage on the rotor currents of an induction motor. Rotor current waveforms are presented for various operating zones in overmodulation, including six-step mode. Harmonic spectra of stator and rotor currents are compared in six-step mode of operation. Pulsating torque is evaluated at various depths of modulation during overmodulation.

A 5th and 7th order harmonic suppression scheme using capacitive filtering for 2-level VSI fed IM drive

In this paper, a 5th and 7th harmonic suppression technique for a 2-level VSI fed IM drive, by using capacitive filtering is proposed. A capacitor fed 2-level inverter is used on an open-end winding induction motor to suppress all 5th and 7th order harmonics. A PWM scheme that maintains the capacitor voltage, while suppressing the harmonics is also proposed. The proposed scheme is valid for the entire modulation range, including overmodulation and six-step mode of operation of the main inverter.

Low-Order Harmonic Suppression for Open-End Winding IM With Dodecagonal Space Vector Using a Single DC-Link Supply

This paper proposes a technique to suppress low-order harmonics for an open-end winding induction motor drive for a full modulation range. One side of the machine is connected to a main inverter with a dc power supply, whereas the other inverter is connected to a capacitor from the other side. Harmonic suppression (with complete elimination of fifth- and seventh-order harmonics) is achieved by realizing dodecagonal space vectors using a combined pulsewidth modulation (PWM) control for the two inverters. The floating capacitor voltage is inherently controlled during the PWM operation. The proposed PWM technique is shown to be valid for the entire modulation range, including overmodulation and six-step mode of operation of the main inverter. Experimental results have been presented to validate the proposed technique.

El objeto formal de la vis cogitativa en Santo Tomás de Aquino

Resumen: De acuerdo a la mente de Santo Tomás de Aquino, la potencia de conocimiento sensible que se denomina «cogitativa » es susceptible de una doble consideración. Por un lado, es la estimativa animal y, como tal, aprehende su mismo objeto formal quod, esto es, las intenciones de beneficio o perjuicio a nivel sensible. Pero a causa de su particular modo de operar, esas intenciones no son conocidas por ella solamente en orden a la conservación del individuo humano o de la especie a la que él pertenece. El reconocimiento de una doble dimensión de la cogitativa está en Santo Tomás justificado por la particular relación que existe entre ella y la razón universal. Por un lado, la cogitativa no es una facultad distinta de la estimativa natural. Por esto, ella aprehende las intenciones necesarias para la perfección de la vida sensitiva humana. Por otro lado, la razón ejerce sobre la cogitativa un influjo particular que la hace operar a su modo, esto es, de manera discursiva. Este carácter móvil en la aprehensión de la cogitativa permite la conformación de una experiencia a nivel sensible, en virtud de la cual su objeto formal se ve ampliado. Esto resulta aún más razonable si se tiene en cuenta que el conocimiento sensorial del hombre prepara el intelectual. De esta manera, la cogitativa no aprehende simplemente al individuo como beneficioso o perjudicial para la subsistencia del cognoscente, sino como sujeto de una cierta naturaleza.

Autopoiese e autoerotismo na transferência

Assumindo uma leitura histórica descontinuísta do pensamento de Freud e privilegiando nele a dimensão pulsional do psíquico, as intensidades e os afetos, o presente trabalho busca demonstrar a ocorrência de uma operação criadora que a transferência faz comparecer no entre-dois do encontro clínico. O sentido de operação criadora aqui adotado encontra-se na idéia de autopoiese, uma idéia extraída da biologia contemporânea na qual identificamos afinidades significativas com o conceito freudiano de autoerotismo, o modo de operar originário das pulsões. Retomando este conceito seminal de Freud e fazendo-o dialogar com a autopoiese do vivo demonstrada por Humberto Maturana e Francisco Varela, visamos repensar o autoerotismo dentro da teoria das pulsões, concebendo-o como aquilo que define essencialmente a maquínica pulsional e que, como tal, perpetua-se no sujeito como uma operação criadora contínua. Se o autoerotismo é o infantil pré-individual, pré-narcísico, que em nós se perpetua, é na transferência que ele se repete, potencializando um plano intensivo de parcialidades multiformes mediante o qual a clínica pode ser concebida como um processo de criação de novas formas de si, de novas modalidades de existência para um sujeito.

The BDFM as a generator in wind turbines

The Brushless Doubly-Fed Machine (BDFM) is attractive for use in wind turbines, especially offshore, as it offers high reliability by virtue of the absence of brushgear. Critical issues in the use of the BDFM in this role at a system level include the appropriate mode of operation, the sizing of associated converter and the control of the machine. At a machine level, the design of the machine and the determination of its ratings are important. Both system and machine issues are reviewed in the light of recent advances in the study of the BDFM, and preliminary comparisons are made with the well-established doubly fed wound rotor induction generator. © 2006 IEEE.

The Brushless Doubly-Fed Machine vector model in the rotor flux oriented reference frame

The paper presents the vector model of the Brushless Doubly-Fed Machine (BDFM) in the rotor flux oriented reference frame. The rotor flux oriented reference frame is well known in the standard AC machines analysis and control. Similar benefits can be sought by employing this method for the BDFM The vector model is implemented in MATLAB/SIVIULINK to simulate the BDFM dynamic performance under different operating conditions. The predictions from the vector model are compared to those from the coupled circuit model in simulation. The results are shown for the cascade mode of operation. © 2008 IEEE.

Linear multimodal actuation through discrete coupling

Due to technological limitations, robot actuators are often designed for specific tasks with narrow performance goals, whereas a wide range of behaviors is necessary for autonomous robots in uncertain complex environments. In an effort to increase the versatility of actuators, we introduce a new concept of multimodal actuation (MMA) that employs dynamic coupling in the form of clutches and brakes to change its mode of operation. The dynamic coupling allows motors and passive elements such as springs to be engaged and disengaged within a single actuator. We apply the concept to a linear series elastic actuator which uses friction brakes controlled online for the dynamic coupling. With this prototype, we are able to demonstrate several modes of operation including stiff position control, series elastic actuation as well as the possibility to store and release energy in a controlled manner for explosive tasks such as jumping. In this paper, we model the proposed concept of actuation and show a systematic performance analysis of the physical prototype that we developed in our laboratory. © 1996-2012 IEEE.

分组密码工作模式的研究现状

分组密码工作模式是利用分组密码解决实际问题的密码方案．好的工作模式可以弥补分组密码的某些缺憾；相反，不好的工作模式可能带来安全隐患．工作模式的研究始终伴随着分组密码的研究历史，新的分组密码标准的推出，都会伴随着相应工作模式的研究．从针对DES的ECB、CBC、CFB和OFB，到针对AES的CTR、CCM、CMAC、GCM和AESKW，作者以各种模式标准为主线，介绍分组密码工作模式的设计理念、安全模型、二十多年的研究成果以及发展现状．

改进的CBC模式及其安全性分析

针对CBC模式在分块适应性攻击模型下不安全这一问题，提出了一个新的分组密码工作模式。新方案引进了Gray码，改变了原有模式的输入方式，打乱了前后输出输入的内在联系。同时，利用规约的思想对其安全性进行了分析。结果表明，在所用分组密码是伪随机置换的条件下，方案在分块适应性攻击模型下是可证明安全的。

一个优化的分组密码的工作模式

作为基本工作模式OFB具有流密码的特点，它允许明文的分组单位长度小于分组密码的长度，从而可适应用户数据格式的需要。但当分组单位长度远远小于分组密码的长度时，此模式使用分组密码的效率不高。因为不管加密多短的明文块，每加密一块都要使用一次分组密码。为了提高其效率，引进了计数嚣和缓冲嚣，使分组密码的输出得到全部使用。同时为了增强安全性，改进了OFB模式的反馈输入方式，使得在P．Rogaway等人给出的强安全性定义（priv）下是可证明安全的，并用M．Bellare和V．Shoup的玩游戏的方法给出了一个自然、通俗易懂的证明。