Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleAutomatic Calibration of Frequency Compensation System in Computer-Controlled Patch-Clamp AmplifierJun Xiong, Gang Hu, Anlian QuComputer-controlled patch-clamp amplifier is a digitally controlled analog device used to record the cellular ion channel currents in electrophysiology research. The inherent bandwidth and performance of the headstage is limited by the stray capacitance and distributed capacitance across the feedback resistors. In order to effectively improve the performance of the headstage, the paper advanced a simplified automatic calibration method of … …Journal of Computer Science, Vol. 3, Issue 10 · 31 Oct 2007 · 6,814 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleSELECTING THE COVARIANCE STRUCTURE IN MIXED MODEL USING STATISTICAL METHODS CALIBRATIONAli Hussein AL-MarshadiIn this article the analysis of experiment of repeated measures design is considered which is used often in different fields of studies. In order to analyze the experiment of repeated measures design efficiently we need to select the suitable covariance structure which required a lot of efforts. In the current paper an approach is used to guide the selection of … …Journal of Mathematics and Statistics, Vol. 10, Issue 3 · 8 Jul 2014 · 7,222 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleMeasurements and Model Calibration of Urban Traffic Noise PollutionN. Al-Mutairi, F. Al-Rukaibi, P. KoushkiProblem statement: The problem of urban traffic noise pollution is universal and in the past few decades it has grown to the point that it has become a major concern for both the public and the policy-makers. Approach: In a comprehensive 18 month research project, traffic-generated noise was monitored at 47 roadway locations in fourteen districts in metropolitan Kuwait in … …American Journal of Environmental Sciences, Vol. 5, Issue 5 · 31 Oct 2009 · 7,622 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsModern Metaheuristic with Multi-Objective Formulation for the Variable Selection ProblemLauro Cassio Martins de Paula, Anderson da Silva Soares, Telma Woerle Soares et al.The development of efficient algorithms for variable selection becomes important to deal with large and complex datasets. Most works in quantitative chemical analysis have used Genetic Algorithms (GAs) as a reference method to select variables. On the other hand, new advances in metaheuristic techniques provide novel possibilities in this task Moreover, the application of Multi-Objective Optimization (MOO) may significantly contribute … …Journal of Computer Science, Vol. 13, Issue 11 · 20 Nov 2017 · 7,661 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsLow Cost Smart Sensor DesignTakialddin A. Al SmadiProblem statement: Sensor with local processing power that enables it to react to local conditions without having to refer back to the central controller. The size and the cost of smart sensor circuit have been reduced. Approach: The use of microcontroller, such as (PIC16C715), with an 8-bit ADC (Analogue to Digital Converter) in one chip. This reduction in the circuit … …American Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Vol. 4, Issue 1 · 11 Feb 2016 · 7,574 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsA JUMP-DIFFUSION WITH STOCHASTIC VOLATILITY AND INTEREST RATEPairote Sattayatham, Paiboon PeeraparpIn this study, we present the application of Time Changed Levy method to model a jump-diffusion process with stochastic volatility and stochastic interest rate. We apply the Lewis Fourier transform method as well as the risk neutral expectation pricing method to derive a formula for a European option pricing. These combining methods give quite a short route to derive the … …Journal of Mathematics and Statistics, Vol. 9, Issue 1 · 27 Mar 2013 · 6,888 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsOptimization of Hydraulic Parameters of Iranshahr Alluvial AquiferJafar Rahnama-Rad, Mohammad Yaghoub Bavali, Reza DerakhshaniProblem statement: The Iranshahr aquifer consists of an unconfined layer. We simulated groundwater flow of the Iranshahr aquifer in a conceptual model. This model is a suitable tool for management of groundwater system and would also be effective when applied in other countries. Approach: In this study, we constructed the conceptual model of Iranshahr aquifer, which is important and applicable … …American Journal of Environmental Sciences, Vol. 6, Issue 6 · 31 Dec 2010 · 8,539 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsArm Movement RecorderJakkrapun Chuanasa, Szathys SongschonProblem statement: Human arm movement is widely studied nowadays. Some movements of arm are performed frequently in everyday life. Devices that can record the path of movement are important in studying human arm gesture. Approach: This project was performed the five degree-of-freedom exoskeleton that was designed and constructed to observe position and orientation values of various movement in x-y-z coordinates … …Energy Research Journal, Vol. 1, Issue 2 · 31 Oct 2010 · 7,762 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsLow Cost Interactive Electronic Whiteboard Using Nintendo Wii RemoteDalbir Singh, Ridha Omar, Azfar AnuarProblem statement: The application of interactive whiteboard offers extensive benefits in the learning and teaching process for classroom environment. The high cost associated with commercial interactive whiteboard may hinder its application in primary or secondary school, especially in developing countries. Thus, this study describes the methods used to create a low cost interactive and viable electronic whiteboard by using the … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 7, Issue 11 · 8 Nov 2010 · 7,793 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsGroundwater Resources Management in Various Scenarios Using Numerical ModelS. Askari Marnani, M. Chitsazan, Y. Mirzaei, B. JahandidehProblem statement: Iran is an arid country and only small percent of its water demand is met by rainfall. At present, about 55% of Iran's water being supplied by aquifers and 45% from surface water. Population growth, joint with economic development and rapid growth in industry and farming, has caused a vast increase in demand for water in Iran. But … …Current Research in Geoscience, Vol. 1, Issue 1 · 30 Jun 2010 · 13,769 accessesView PDFCite