In vibration active control of composite structures, piezoelectricsensors/actuators are usually bonded to the surface of a host structure. Debonding of piezoelectricsensors/actuators can result in significant changes ...In vibration active control of composite structures, piezoelectricsensors/actuators are usually bonded to the surface of a host structure. Debonding of piezoelectricsensors/actuators can result in significant changes to the static and dynamic response. In thepresent paper, an novel Enhanced Assumed Strain(EAS) piezoelectric solid element formulation isdeveloped for vibration active control of laminated structures bonded with piezoelectric sensors andactuators. Unlike the conventional brick elements, the present formulation is very reliable, moreaccurate, and computationally efficient and can be used to model the response of shell structuresbesides thin plates. Delaminations are modeled by pairs of nodes with the same coordinates butdifferent node numbers, and numerical results demonstrate the performance of the element and theglobal and local effects of debonding sensors/actuators on the dynamics of the adaptive laminates.展开更多
In this paper, a biosensor based on photonic crystal fiber (PCF) is proposed and designed using Full-Vectorial Finite Element Method (FVFEM). The proposed PCF sensor consists of three concentric circles surrounding th...In this paper, a biosensor based on photonic crystal fiber (PCF) is proposed and designed using Full-Vectorial Finite Element Method (FVFEM). The proposed PCF sensor consists of three concentric circles surrounding the core. The key optical sensor characteristics such as sensitivity, the field profiles and real part of the refractive index of the proposed PCF structure are investigated by employing the FVFEM. The proposed sensor can be deployed for environmental sensing when the PCF active region is filled with either analytes such as liquids or gas. By careful selection of the design parameters such as the radius of the sensing circle, the diameter of air holes in the core region and hole to hole spacing, Λ, the sensitivity analytes is determined. Our simulation results show that, the electric field distribution is primary localized in the third concentric circle with a radius of 16 μm. Effects of PCF bending on the sensitivity is also studied and reported.展开更多
Exploiting mobile elements （MEs） to accomplish data collection in wireless sensor networks （WSNs） can improve the energy efficiency of sensor nodes, and prolong network lifetime. However, it will lead to large dat...Exploiting mobile elements （MEs） to accomplish data collection in wireless sensor networks （WSNs） can improve the energy efficiency of sensor nodes, and prolong network lifetime. However, it will lead to large data collection latency for the network, which is unacceptable for data-critical applications. In this paper, we address this problem by minimizing the traveling length of MEs. Our methods mainly consist of two steps： we first construct a virtual grid network and select the minimal stop point set （SPS） from it; then, we make optimal scheduling for the MEs based on the SPS in order to minimize their traveling length. Different implementations of genetic algorithm （GA） are used to solve the problem. Our methods are evaluated by extensive simulations. The results show that these methods can greatly reduce the traveling length of MEs, and decrease the data collection latency.展开更多
This paper presents a methodology for analytical calculation and computational simulation using the finite element method for piezoresistive graphite sensor element on flexible polymer substrate,A4 paper.The computer ...This paper presents a methodology for analytical calculation and computational simulation using the finite element method for piezoresistive graphite sensor element on flexible polymer substrate,A4 paper.The computer simulation aims to find the region of greatest mechanical tension and deflection of the circular diaphragm set in the circumference edges.The steps for simulation are geometry definition,mesh generation,inclusion of material physical properties and simulation execution.The mathematical modeling of maximum mechanical stress and deflection is described analytically and computationally.The analytical calculations were compared with the computer simulation and presented a relative percentage error of 3.38%for the maximum deflection.The results show that the piezoresistor should be positioned at the edges of the circular diaphragm to take advantage of maximum mechanical stress by defining the best location for graphite film deposition for sensor device designs and fabrications.展开更多
A polymeric membrane ion-selective electrode for determination of heparin is described in this paper.Protamine is incorporated into the organic membrane phase and functions as sensing element for selective recognition...A polymeric membrane ion-selective electrode for determination of heparin is described in this paper.Protamine is incorporated into the organic membrane phase and functions as sensing element for selective recognition of heparin.The proposed membrane electrode exhibits high selectivity for heparin over lipophilic anions such as thiocyanide and salicylate.The potentiometric response to the concentration of heparin is Unear in the range of 0.01-0.4 U/mL and a lower detection limit of 0.005 U/mL can be achieved.展开更多
We report the first attempt to model the contacts of an ionic polymer metal composite（IPMC） based tactile sensor. The tactile sensor comprises an IPMC actuator, an IPMC sensor and the target to be detected. The syst...We report the first attempt to model the contacts of an ionic polymer metal composite（IPMC） based tactile sensor. The tactile sensor comprises an IPMC actuator, an IPMC sensor and the target to be detected. The system makes use of multiple contacts to work： the actuator comes into contact with the sensor and pushes the movement of sensor; the contact between the sensor and the object detects the existence and the stiffness of the target. We integrate modeling of various physical processes involved in IPMC devices to form a simulation scheme. An iteration and optimization strategy is also described to correlate the experimental and simulation results of an IPMC bending actuator to identify the two key parameters used in electromechanical transduction. Modeling the multiple contacts will aid the design and optimization of such IPMC based soft robotics.展开更多
With the increase of pipelines, corrosion leakage accidents happen frequently. Therefore, nondestructive testing technology is important for ensuring the safe operation of the pipelines and energy mining. In this pape...With the increase of pipelines, corrosion leakage accidents happen frequently. Therefore, nondestructive testing technology is important for ensuring the safe operation of the pipelines and energy mining. In this paper, the structure and principle of magnetic flux leakage （MFL） in-line inspection system is introduced first. Besides, a mathematic model of the system according to the ampere circuit rule, flux continuity theorem, and column coordinate transform is built, and the magnetic flux density in every point of space is calculated based on the theory of finite element analysis. Then we analyze and design the disposition of measurement section probes and sensors combining both three-axis MFL in-line inspection and multi-sensor fusion technology. Its advantage is that the three-axis changes of magnetic flux leakage field are measured by the multi-probes at the same time, so we can determine various defects accurately. Finally, the theory of finite element analysis is used to build a finite element simulation model, and the relationship between defects and MFL inspection signals is studied. Simulation and experiment results verify that the method not only enhances the detection ability to different types of defects but also improves the precision and reliability of the inspection system.展开更多
Considering the importance of axle counter function in detecting the train wheels and determining the clearance or occupancy of a track section, it is important to ensure a safe and reliable performance of this system...Considering the importance of axle counter function in detecting the train wheels and determining the clearance or occupancy of a track section, it is important to ensure a safe and reliable performance of this system. In this paper, in order to improve the sensor performance, the authors have focused on the orientation of magnetic sensors’ coils. In order to improve the detection capability of the system, through measuring the induced voltage in the receiver coil, it is important to adjust the relative orientation of the transmitter and receiver coils. Due to the existence of infinite relative orientations, in order to determine the optimum orientation for the sensor coils, Kriging methods which is one of the Response Surface Methodologies (RSMs) is applied. Finite Element Method (FEM) is utilized to provide sample data, as inputs to the Kriging algorithm. The analysis not only provides the optimum relative orientation of the sensor coils, it also improves analysis time, comparing to field based measurements. The analysis results are validated by the laboratory based data implemented in the control and signaling laboratory of the school of railway engineering and also field based tests in Iranian railway.展开更多
The directivity of acoustic vector sensor can be distorted by the sound diffraction wave of baffle.According to Helmholtz integral equation,the directivity of acoustic vector sensor under the condition of finite cylin...The directivity of acoustic vector sensor can be distorted by the sound diffraction wave of baffle.According to Helmholtz integral equation,the directivity of acoustic vector sensor under the condition of finite cylinder baffle is calculated by using boundary element method(BEM).Considering the problem of nearly singular integrals of BEM,the exponent parts of fundamental solutions are expanded in trigonometric functions.The singular and the nonsingular parts are separated:the nonsingular parts are calculated by Gaussian integral method;the singular parts are regularized by subsection integral method.Then the surface integrals are reduced into line integrals along the elements' contour which can be calculated by Gaussian integral method.The sound diffraction field of a plane wave under the condition of finite cylinder baffle at different frequencies and incident angles is calculated,and the characteristics of directivity of pressure and vibration velocity at different frequencies are analyzed.The experimental data are treated and the errors between the experimental and theoretical results are analyzed.Finally,according to the research results about the influences on the directivity of acoustic vector sensor by baffle at present,some future prospects about eliminating the effects of sound diffraction field by baffle are presented.展开更多
Correlation between optimum of MR element slant angle and the ratio of magnetic pole length to magnetoresistance element length on linear magnetic encoder is explored in this paper.Optimum slant angle of MR element is...Correlation between optimum of MR element slant angle and the ratio of magnetic pole length to magnetoresistance element length on linear magnetic encoder is explored in this paper.Optimum slant angle of MR element is different and increases in proportion to the ratio of magnetic pole length to MR element length by slant multi-phase filtering model.展开更多
The piezothermoelectric actuator/sensor collocation for advanced intelligent structure is studied. The quasi-static equations of piezothermoelasticity are used to analyze the coupling effects between the displaceme...The piezothermoelectric actuator/sensor collocation for advanced intelligent structure is studied. The quasi-static equations of piezothermoelasticity are used to analyze the coupling effects between the displacement, temperature and electric fields of piezothermoelasticity continua and the governing equations for piezothermoelasticity continua are derived to discuss the effects of coupling factors on the control/sensing performance in intelligent structure. Based on those analyses, a finite element analysis model of distributed piezothertnoelectric continua is developed later. The thermal stress and deformation of a beam are calculated by FEA method so as to determine the optimal actuator/sensor placement. Based on the results of the optimal analysis procedure of actuator/sensor placement, some conclusions of actuator/sensor placement are obtained. Thus, the optimal actuator/sensor placement for piezothermoelectric intelligent structure can be found from the actuator/sensor placements available so that intelligent system will have the best controllability and observability.展开更多
For our research, a new hybrid experimental-computational method is presented. We applied a least squares fitting method （LSFM） to reconstruct the wood moisture content （WMC） from the data measured with a planar c...For our research, a new hybrid experimental-computational method is presented. We applied a least squares fitting method （LSFM） to reconstruct the wood moisture content （WMC） from the data measured with a planar capacitance sensor. A boundary element method （BEM） was used to compute the relationship between capacitance and the dielectric constant. A functional relationship between MC and the dielectric constant was identified by LSFM. The agreement of this final computation result with the experimental data indicates that this method can be used to estimate the WMC quickly and effectively with engineering analysis. Compared with popular statistical methods, a large number of experiments are avoided, some costs of testing are reduced and the efficiency of testing is enhanced.展开更多
Zinc Sulfide (ZnS) thin film has attracted increasing attention due to their potential applications in the new generation of nano-electronics and opto-electronics devices. The physical and chemical properties of ZnS h...Zinc Sulfide (ZnS) thin film has attracted increasing attention due to their potential applications in the new generation of nano-electronics and opto-electronics devices. The physical and chemical properties of ZnS have outstanding quality for different applications. Moreover, ZnS doped with various elements are creating a new era for both academic research and industrial applications. So, the optical properties of modified ZnS thin film will help us to find a suitable doping element for convenient deposition which may enhance the conductance and transmitting properties of the film. This review work has been carried out to explore the four-modification elements that constitute Cu, Ni, Co & Fe as descending order of atomic number corresponding to Zn, along with some potential applications considering the recent research work with other doping elements too such as Al, C, Pt etc. For example, FE, FET, Catalytic, Solar cell, Electroluminescence, Fuel cell, different sensors (Chemical sensors, Bio-sensors, Humidity sensors, light sensors, UV light sensors) and nanogenerators use ZnS thin film.展开更多
Micro-mass sensors have attracted increasing attention in the field of biomolecular and chemical detec- tion. It has been found that the size, shape, and geometry of the structure may affect the performance of the sen...Micro-mass sensors have attracted increasing attention in the field of biomolecular and chemical detec- tion. It has been found that the size, shape, and geometry of the structure may affect the performance of the sensor. As a result, a topology optimization methodology is proposed in this paper for the design of micro-mass sensors. A phase- field function controlled by nodal variables and finite element shape functions is used to describe the configuration of a sen- sor in the constructed optimization problem. The design goal is to maximize the mass detection sensitivity. On the basis of these formulations, an optimization algorithm is constructed using the finite element method and the method of moving asymptotes. Numerical examples are presented to demon- strate the validity of the proposed problem formulation. The results suggest that the performance of the micro-mass sensor can be improved by using the proposed approach.展开更多
文摘In vibration active control of composite structures, piezoelectricsensors/actuators are usually bonded to the surface of a host structure. Debonding of piezoelectricsensors/actuators can result in significant changes to the static and dynamic response. In thepresent paper, an novel Enhanced Assumed Strain(EAS) piezoelectric solid element formulation isdeveloped for vibration active control of laminated structures bonded with piezoelectric sensors andactuators. Unlike the conventional brick elements, the present formulation is very reliable, moreaccurate, and computationally efficient and can be used to model the response of shell structuresbesides thin plates. Delaminations are modeled by pairs of nodes with the same coordinates butdifferent node numbers, and numerical results demonstrate the performance of the element and theglobal and local effects of debonding sensors/actuators on the dynamics of the adaptive laminates.
文摘In this paper, a biosensor based on photonic crystal fiber (PCF) is proposed and designed using Full-Vectorial Finite Element Method (FVFEM). The proposed PCF sensor consists of three concentric circles surrounding the core. The key optical sensor characteristics such as sensitivity, the field profiles and real part of the refractive index of the proposed PCF structure are investigated by employing the FVFEM. The proposed sensor can be deployed for environmental sensing when the PCF active region is filled with either analytes such as liquids or gas. By careful selection of the design parameters such as the radius of the sensing circle, the diameter of air holes in the core region and hole to hole spacing, Λ, the sensitivity analytes is determined. Our simulation results show that, the electric field distribution is primary localized in the third concentric circle with a radius of 16 μm. Effects of PCF bending on the sensitivity is also studied and reported.
基金supported by Tianjin Municipal Information Industry Office (No. 082044012)
文摘Exploiting mobile elements （MEs） to accomplish data collection in wireless sensor networks （WSNs） can improve the energy efficiency of sensor nodes, and prolong network lifetime. However, it will lead to large data collection latency for the network, which is unacceptable for data-critical applications. In this paper, we address this problem by minimizing the traveling length of MEs. Our methods mainly consist of two steps： we first construct a virtual grid network and select the minimal stop point set （SPS） from it; then, we make optimal scheduling for the MEs based on the SPS in order to minimize their traveling length. Different implementations of genetic algorithm （GA） are used to solve the problem. Our methods are evaluated by extensive simulations. The results show that these methods can greatly reduce the traveling length of MEs, and decrease the data collection latency.
文摘This paper presents a methodology for analytical calculation and computational simulation using the finite element method for piezoresistive graphite sensor element on flexible polymer substrate,A4 paper.The computer simulation aims to find the region of greatest mechanical tension and deflection of the circular diaphragm set in the circumference edges.The steps for simulation are geometry definition,mesh generation,inclusion of material physical properties and simulation execution.The mathematical modeling of maximum mechanical stress and deflection is described analytically and computationally.The analytical calculations were compared with the computer simulation and presented a relative percentage error of 3.38%for the maximum deflection.The results show that the piezoresistor should be positioned at the edges of the circular diaphragm to take advantage of maximum mechanical stress by defining the best location for graphite film deposition for sensor device designs and fabrications.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No41176081)the Outstanding Youth Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(NoJQ200814)the Taishan Scholar Program of Shandong Province(NoTS20081159)
文摘A polymeric membrane ion-selective electrode for determination of heparin is described in this paper.Protamine is incorporated into the organic membrane phase and functions as sensing element for selective recognition of heparin.The proposed membrane electrode exhibits high selectivity for heparin over lipophilic anions such as thiocyanide and salicylate.The potentiometric response to the concentration of heparin is Unear in the range of 0.01-0.4 U/mL and a lower detection limit of 0.005 U/mL can be achieved.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.11372239,11321062 and 11472210)
文摘We report the first attempt to model the contacts of an ionic polymer metal composite（IPMC） based tactile sensor. The tactile sensor comprises an IPMC actuator, an IPMC sensor and the target to be detected. The system makes use of multiple contacts to work： the actuator comes into contact with the sensor and pushes the movement of sensor; the contact between the sensor and the object detects the existence and the stiffness of the target. We integrate modeling of various physical processes involved in IPMC devices to form a simulation scheme. An iteration and optimization strategy is also described to correlate the experimental and simulation results of an IPMC bending actuator to identify the two key parameters used in electromechanical transduction. Modeling the multiple contacts will aid the design and optimization of such IPMC based soft robotics.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 61273164 and 61034005)the National High Technology Research and Development Program of China (Grant No. 2012AA040104)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities, China (Grant No. N100104102)
文摘With the increase of pipelines, corrosion leakage accidents happen frequently. Therefore, nondestructive testing technology is important for ensuring the safe operation of the pipelines and energy mining. In this paper, the structure and principle of magnetic flux leakage （MFL） in-line inspection system is introduced first. Besides, a mathematic model of the system according to the ampere circuit rule, flux continuity theorem, and column coordinate transform is built, and the magnetic flux density in every point of space is calculated based on the theory of finite element analysis. Then we analyze and design the disposition of measurement section probes and sensors combining both three-axis MFL in-line inspection and multi-sensor fusion technology. Its advantage is that the three-axis changes of magnetic flux leakage field are measured by the multi-probes at the same time, so we can determine various defects accurately. Finally, the theory of finite element analysis is used to build a finite element simulation model, and the relationship between defects and MFL inspection signals is studied. Simulation and experiment results verify that the method not only enhances the detection ability to different types of defects but also improves the precision and reliability of the inspection system.
文摘Considering the importance of axle counter function in detecting the train wheels and determining the clearance or occupancy of a track section, it is important to ensure a safe and reliable performance of this system. In this paper, in order to improve the sensor performance, the authors have focused on the orientation of magnetic sensors’ coils. In order to improve the detection capability of the system, through measuring the induced voltage in the receiver coil, it is important to adjust the relative orientation of the transmitter and receiver coils. Due to the existence of infinite relative orientations, in order to determine the optimum orientation for the sensor coils, Kriging methods which is one of the Response Surface Methodologies (RSMs) is applied. Finite Element Method (FEM) is utilized to provide sample data, as inputs to the Kriging algorithm. The analysis not only provides the optimum relative orientation of the sensor coils, it also improves analysis time, comparing to field based measurements. The analysis results are validated by the laboratory based data implemented in the control and signaling laboratory of the school of railway engineering and also field based tests in Iranian railway.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.50009042)
文摘The directivity of acoustic vector sensor can be distorted by the sound diffraction wave of baffle.According to Helmholtz integral equation,the directivity of acoustic vector sensor under the condition of finite cylinder baffle is calculated by using boundary element method(BEM).Considering the problem of nearly singular integrals of BEM,the exponent parts of fundamental solutions are expanded in trigonometric functions.The singular and the nonsingular parts are separated:the nonsingular parts are calculated by Gaussian integral method;the singular parts are regularized by subsection integral method.Then the surface integrals are reduced into line integrals along the elements' contour which can be calculated by Gaussian integral method.The sound diffraction field of a plane wave under the condition of finite cylinder baffle at different frequencies and incident angles is calculated,and the characteristics of directivity of pressure and vibration velocity at different frequencies are analyzed.The experimental data are treated and the errors between the experimental and theoretical results are analyzed.Finally,according to the research results about the influences on the directivity of acoustic vector sensor by baffle at present,some future prospects about eliminating the effects of sound diffraction field by baffle are presented.
文摘Correlation between optimum of MR element slant angle and the ratio of magnetic pole length to magnetoresistance element length on linear magnetic encoder is explored in this paper.Optimum slant angle of MR element is different and increases in proportion to the ratio of magnetic pole length to MR element length by slant multi-phase filtering model.
基金The project is supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China (59805018)
文摘The piezothermoelectric actuator/sensor collocation for advanced intelligent structure is studied. The quasi-static equations of piezothermoelasticity are used to analyze the coupling effects between the displacement, temperature and electric fields of piezothermoelasticity continua and the governing equations for piezothermoelasticity continua are derived to discuss the effects of coupling factors on the control/sensing performance in intelligent structure. Based on those analyses, a finite element analysis model of distributed piezothertnoelectric continua is developed later. The thermal stress and deformation of a beam are calculated by FEA method so as to determine the optimal actuator/sensor placement. Based on the results of the optimal analysis procedure of actuator/sensor placement, some conclusions of actuator/sensor placement are obtained. Thus, the optimal actuator/sensor placement for piezothermoelectric intelligent structure can be found from the actuator/sensor placements available so that intelligent system will have the best controllability and observability.
基金supported by the Central University Basic Research Professional Expenses Special Foundation of Harbin Engineering University (Grant No. HEUCFL10101109)
文摘For our research, a new hybrid experimental-computational method is presented. We applied a least squares fitting method （LSFM） to reconstruct the wood moisture content （WMC） from the data measured with a planar capacitance sensor. A boundary element method （BEM） was used to compute the relationship between capacitance and the dielectric constant. A functional relationship between MC and the dielectric constant was identified by LSFM. The agreement of this final computation result with the experimental data indicates that this method can be used to estimate the WMC quickly and effectively with engineering analysis. Compared with popular statistical methods, a large number of experiments are avoided, some costs of testing are reduced and the efficiency of testing is enhanced.
文摘Zinc Sulfide (ZnS) thin film has attracted increasing attention due to their potential applications in the new generation of nano-electronics and opto-electronics devices. The physical and chemical properties of ZnS have outstanding quality for different applications. Moreover, ZnS doped with various elements are creating a new era for both academic research and industrial applications. So, the optical properties of modified ZnS thin film will help us to find a suitable doping element for convenient deposition which may enhance the conductance and transmitting properties of the film. This review work has been carried out to explore the four-modification elements that constitute Cu, Ni, Co & Fe as descending order of atomic number corresponding to Zn, along with some potential applications considering the recent research work with other doping elements too such as Al, C, Pt etc. For example, FE, FET, Catalytic, Solar cell, Electroluminescence, Fuel cell, different sensors (Chemical sensors, Bio-sensors, Humidity sensors, light sensors, UV light sensors) and nanogenerators use ZnS thin film.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grants 11202246 and 11002031)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation funded project(Grant2012M511863)
文摘Micro-mass sensors have attracted increasing attention in the field of biomolecular and chemical detec- tion. It has been found that the size, shape, and geometry of the structure may affect the performance of the sensor. As a result, a topology optimization methodology is proposed in this paper for the design of micro-mass sensors. A phase- field function controlled by nodal variables and finite element shape functions is used to describe the configuration of a sen- sor in the constructed optimization problem. The design goal is to maximize the mass detection sensitivity. On the basis of these formulations, an optimization algorithm is constructed using the finite element method and the method of moving asymptotes. Numerical examples are presented to demon- strate the validity of the proposed problem formulation. The results suggest that the performance of the micro-mass sensor can be improved by using the proposed approach.
