iosr-JECE   Volume-12 ~ Issue-4 ~ July-August 2017

Abstract: For future wireless communications Multiple input multiple output and orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (MIMO-OFDM) is an originating technology for high speed data multi-carriers transmission. Because it combines both MIMO technology, which gives high data rates without need of additional bandwidth and OFDM technology, which gives good robustness in multipath environment, high spectral efficiency, so it is very beneficial. But the main drawback of this is peak to average power ratio (PAPR). This feature impact on power amplifier leading to non-linear distortion, and it is necessary to reduce PAPR as much as possible. So many methods to reduce PAPR.........

Keywords: Multiple input multiple output, orthogonal frequency division multiplexing, peak to average power ratio (PAPR), parallel artificial bee colony algorithm (P-ABC), SUI

[1]. Y. Rahmatallah and S. Mohan, "Peak-to-average power ratio reduction in OFDM systems: A survey and taxonomy," IEEE Commun. Surveys Tuts., vol. 15, no. 4, pp. 1567–1592, 2013.
[2]. J.-C. Chen and C.-K. Wen, "A low-complexity scheme to reduce the PAPR of an OFDM signal using sign-selection algorithms," IEEE Signal Process. Lett., vol. 17, no. 2, pp. 189–192, Feb. 2010.
[3]. S. H. Wang and C. P. Li, "A low-complexity PAPR reduction scheme for SFBC MIMO-OFDM systems," IEEE Signal Process. Lett., vol. 16, no. 11, pp. 941–944, Nov. 2009.
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[5]. Y. Wang, W. Chen, and C. Tellambura, "A PAPR reduction method based on artificial bee colony algorithm for OFDM signals," IEEE Trans. Wireless Commun., vol. 9, no. 10, pp. 2994–2999, Oct. 2010

Abstract: Vehicle fire outbreak has caused a tremendous amount of losses to the lives of individuals and to insurance companies. Money or lives or both are saved if vehicle fire outbreak is detected or stopped before great damage is caused. As regards to that it was prudent to design and implement a system that can curtail such a devastating menace. This paper presents the design of an easy and economical method to monitor vehicle temperatures that leads fire outbreak. Furthermore, it presents the method that minimizes the response time taken by emergency teams to attend to the scene of........

Keywords: Communication, Detector, Fire, System, Sensor, Vehicle

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Abstract: To achieve highly dexterous manoeuvre with many degrees of freedom is of significant importance to perform normal hand-like movements. We present a powerful tool, Myoelectric Interface for Computer and Human Interaction (MIRCHI), which can be used in prosthesis, physiotherapy and Gaming technology. MIRCHI is useful for people undergoing upper limb prosthesis. Unlike most of the exiting prosthesis tools which are dynamic subject- or task-specific, the proposed system takes input from the muscle of the subject using surface electromyography sensors and generates corresponding movements with the aid of some predefined mapping functions. We have tested different movements from various subjects. Results show that the subject is able to make custom movements with lot of ease.........

Keywords: Degree-of-Freedom (DoF), Human Computer Interaction, OpenGL., Prosthesis, Ubuntu 12.04 LTS

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Abstract: In this advanced and rapid changing environment, smart living is taking different twists and turns in such of efficient systems that helps in every aspect of living. An advanced Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the possibility of connecting sensors, actuators or any device to the Internet. It can lead to a significant change in our daily lives in the way we live and interact with the devices such as home appliances, smart meters, security sensors, HVAC systems, etc. To apply IoT to the ambient assisted living platform, investigations need to be made at different levels. With IoT, data can be stored on cloud and can be accessed from anywhere. The system uses IEEE 802.11 WiFi standard as a communication link between.........

Keywords: Internet of Things (IoT).

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Abstract: A specific way or style of proceeding onward foot is characterized as Gait. Gait acknowledgment could be used from a detachment that makes it proper to perceive the offenders doing incorrectly work. In this paper we utilize Hananava's model which is a geometric human body model and an aggregate of 41 Anthropometric parameters should have been measured. The systems being utilized for acknowledgment are SURF and SVM. SURF is a vigorous neighbourhood highlight finder though SVM is a cutting edge characterization strategy. The yield result is being acquired from the blend of these two calculations. Yield is through coordinating the video information outlines with recordings yield outlines.

Keywords: Gait Recognition, Speeded up Robust Features (SURF), Support Vector Machine (SVM).

[1] Jiwen Lu, Gang Wang and Pierre Moulin. "Human Identity and Gender Recognition from Gait Sequences with Arbitrary Walking Directions". IEEE Transactions on Image Processing, 2013.
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Abstract: The ultra-high quality antimonide (Sb) based substrates with a low dark current is prerequisite in the third generation Infrared (IR) devices. Novel strategy of the unidirectional growth for Sb-based crystals have been carried in a vertical furnace under detached conditions to reduce the buoyant thermo-gravitational convection using vertical directional solidification (VDS). In view of the traditional growth process, disadvantages of the large dark current should be removed to enhance electron carrier lifetime. Despite technology advantages of IR-devices, suppressed generation-recombination (g-r), Shockley-Read-Hall (SRH), Auger recombination, reduced tunneling, and surface leakage.........

Keywords: Semiconductors III-V, Directional solidification, detached crystal growth, Sb-based crystals, Low dark current, Doping, IR-devices.

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Abstract: A new wideband CPW fed microstrip antenna using modified gnd for wideband applications is proposed. The objective of the work is to design a wideband rectangular micro strip antenna for covering WLAN and WiMAX Applications. To enhance the impedance bandwidth, Co-Planar Waveguide (CPW) mechanism has been proposed. The proposed antenna geometry describes a CPW fed microstrip antenna printed over a FR4 substrate of thickness 1.6mm, and permittivity εr=4.4. The proposed design comprises monopole patch with asymmetric coplanar ground plane with conductor backing exhibit dual band of response with simulated bandwidth of return loss ≤−10 dB is.........

Keywords: Asymmetric, Coplanar strips, Co-Planar Waveguide (CPW), wideband, Dual band antenna.

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Abstract: The purpose of this study is to develop an information system for decision makers, industries and organizations to support their business intelligence. In this work, an overview of different types of information system development, especially with respect to business intelligence is carried out. Many companies have adopted business intelligence (BI) tools and systems having understood the importance of enforcing achievements of the goals defined by their business strategies through business intelligence concept. The paper implores the functions and components of information system.........

Keywords: Information System Development, Intelligence Support System, Business Intelligence and Information technology

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Abstract: Traffic congestion problem is a phenomenon which contributed huge impact to the transportation system in our country. This causes many problems especially when there are emergency cases at traffic light intersections which are always busy with many vehicles. A traffic light assistance system is designed in order to solve these problems. This system was designed to be operated when it received signal from emergency vehicles based on radio frequency (RF) transmission and used the Programmable Arduino Atmega 328 microcontroller to controls the LEDs used in the traffic signals.........

Keywords: Traffic congestion, Arduino, Traffic light assistance system, Hazard LED.

[1] Levi L. Rose, "Emergency Traffic Control System with Security Transmission Coding".
[2] Michael R. Smith, Paul J. Davidson and Henry L. Pfister, "Emergency Vehicle Warning and Traffic Control System".
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