In order to suppress the influence of temperature changes on the performance of accelerometers,a digital quartz resonant accelerometer with low temperature drift is developed using a quartz resonator cluster as a tran...In order to suppress the influence of temperature changes on the performance of accelerometers,a digital quartz resonant accelerometer with low temperature drift is developed using a quartz resonator cluster as a transducer element.In addition,a digital intellectual property(IP) is designed in FPGA to achieve signal processing and fusion of integrated resonators.A testing system for digital quartz resonant accelerometers is established to characterize the performance under different conditions.The scale factor of the accelerometer prototype reaches 3561.63 Hz/g in the range of -1 g to +1 g,and 3542.5 Hz/g in the range of-10 g to+10 g.In different measurement ranges,the linear correlation coefficient R~2 of the accelerometer achieves greater than 0.998.The temperature drift of the accelerometer prototype is tested using a constant temperature test chamber,with a temperature change from -20℃ to 80℃.After temperature-drift compensation,the zero bias temperature coefficient falls to 0.08 mg/℃,and the scale factor temperature coefficient is 65.43 ppm/℃.The experimental results show that the digital quartz resonant accelerometer exhibits excellent sensitivity and low temperature drift.展开更多
Along with process control,perception represents the main function performed by the Edge Layer of an Internet of Things(IoT)network.Many of these networks implement various applications where the response time does no...Along with process control,perception represents the main function performed by the Edge Layer of an Internet of Things(IoT)network.Many of these networks implement various applications where the response time does not represent an important parameter.However,in critical applications,this parameter represents a crucial aspect.One important sensing device used in IoT designs is the accelerometer.In most applications,the response time of the embedded driver software handling this device is generally not analysed and not taken into account.In this paper,we present the design and implementation of a predictable real-time driver stack for a popular accelerometer and gyroscope device family.We provide clear justifications for why this response time is extremely important for critical applications in the acquisition process of such data.We present extensive measurements and experimental results that demonstrate the predictability of our solution,making it suitable for critical real-time systems.展开更多
This study focuses on the design and validation of a behavior classification system for cattle using behavioral data collected through accelerometer sensors.Data collection and behavioral analysis are achieved using m...This study focuses on the design and validation of a behavior classification system for cattle using behavioral data collected through accelerometer sensors.Data collection and behavioral analysis are achieved using machine learning(ML)algorithms through accelerometer sensors.However,behavioral analysis poses challenges due to the complexity of cow activities.The task becomes more challenging in a real-time behavioral analysis system with the requirement for shorter data windows and energy constraints.Shorter windows may lack sufficient information,reducing algorithm performance.Additionally,the sensor’s position on the cowsmay shift during practical use,altering the collected accelerometer data.This study addresses these challenges by employing a 3-s data window to analyze cow behaviors,specifically Feeding,Lying,Standing,and Walking.Data synchronization between accelerometer sensors placed on the neck and leg compensates for the lack of information in short data windows.Features such as the Vector of Dynamic Body Acceleration(VeDBA),Mean,Variance,and Kurtosis are utilized alongside the Decision Tree(DT)algorithm to address energy efficiency and ensure computational effectiveness.This study also evaluates the impact of sensor misalignment on behavior classification.Simulated datasets with varying levels of sensor misalignment were created,and the system’s classification accuracy exceeded 0.95 for the four behaviors across all datasets(including original and simulated misalignment datasets).Sensitivity(Sen)and PPV for all datasets were above 0.9.The study provides farmers and the dairy industry with a practical,energy-efficient system for continuously monitoring cattle behavior to enhance herd productivity while reducing labor costs.展开更多
Ultrasonic neuromodulation has gained recognition as a promising therapeutic approach.A miniature transducer capable of generating suitable-strength and broadband ultrasound is of great significance for achieving high...Ultrasonic neuromodulation has gained recognition as a promising therapeutic approach.A miniature transducer capable of generating suitable-strength and broadband ultrasound is of great significance for achieving high spatial precision ultrasonic neural stimulation.However,the ultrasound transducer with the above integrated is yet to be challenged.Here,we developed a fiber-optic photoacoustic emitter(FPE)with a diameter of 200μm,featuring controllable sound intensity and a broadband response(−6 dB bandwidth:162%).The device integrates MXene(Ti_(3)C_(2)Tx),known for its exceptional photothermal properties,and polydimethylsiloxane,which offers a high thermal expansion coefficient.This FPE,exhibiting high spatial precision(lateral:163.3μm,axial:207μm),is capable of selectively activating neurons in targeted regions.Using the TetTagging method to selectively express a cfos-promoter-inducible mCHERRY gene within the medial prefrontal cortex(mPFC),we found that photoacoustic stimulation significantly and temporarily activated the neurons.In vivo fiber photometry demonstrated that photoacoustic stimulation induced substantial calcium transients in mPFC neurons.Furthermore,we confirmed that photoacoustic stimulation of the mPFC using FPE markedly alleviates acute social defeat stress-induced emotional stress in mice.This work demonstrates the potential of FPEs for clinical applications,with a particular focus on modulating neural activity to regulate emotions.展开更多
Vibration detection using sensors with both wide working frequency range,good sensitivity,and other good performances is a topic of great interest in fields such as inertial navigation,deep-sea fishing boat engines co...Vibration detection using sensors with both wide working frequency range,good sensitivity,and other good performances is a topic of great interest in fields such as inertial navigation,deep-sea fishing boat engines condition monitoring,seismic monitoring,attitude,and heading reference system,etc.This paper investigates two 6H-SIC MEMS diaphragms,one triangular and the other square,used in a fiber optic Fabry–Perot(FP)accelerometer in an experimental scenario.The triangular chip shows a wide working frequency range of 630 Hz–5300 Hz,a natural frequency of 44.3 k Hz,and a mechanical sensitivity of 0.154 nm/g.An optimal structure of the square chip used in a probe such as a fiber optic FP accelerometer also shows a wide working frequency range of 120 Hz–2300 Hz;a good sensitivity of 31.5 m V/g,a resonance frequency of7873 Hz,an accuracy of 0.96%F.S.,a frequency measurement error of 1.15%,and an excellent linearity of 0.9995.展开更多
In order to get rid of the dependence on high-precision centrifuges in accelerometer nonlinear coefficients calibration,this paper proposes a system-level calibration method for field condition.Firstly,a 42-dimension ...In order to get rid of the dependence on high-precision centrifuges in accelerometer nonlinear coefficients calibration,this paper proposes a system-level calibration method for field condition.Firstly,a 42-dimension Kalman filter is constructed to reduce impact brought by turntable.Then,a biaxial rotation path is designed based on the accelerometer output model,including orthogonal 22 positions and tilt 12 positions,which enhances gravity excitation on nonlinear coefficients of accelerometer.Finally,sampling is carried out for calibration and further experiments.The results of static inertial navigation experiments lasting 4000 s show that compared with the traditional method,the proposed method reduces the position error by about 390 m.展开更多
A high precision detection technique is analyzed based on the optical micro electro-mechanical system(MEMS)accelerometer with double gratings for noise suppression and scale factor enhancement.The brief sensing model ...A high precision detection technique is analyzed based on the optical micro electro-mechanical system(MEMS)accelerometer with double gratings for noise suppression and scale factor enhancement.The brief sensing model and modulation detection model are built using the phase sensitive detection,and the relationship between stimulated acceleration and system output is given.The schematics of gap modulation and light intensity modulation are analyzed respectively,and the choice of modulation frequency in the optical MEMS accelerometer system is discussed.According to the experimental results,the scale factor is improved from 15.45 V/g with the gap modulation to 18.78 V/g with the light intensity modulation,and the signal to noise ratio is improved from 42.95 dB to 81.73 dB.The overall noise level in the optical MEMS accelerometer is effectively suppressed.展开更多
Accurate and real-time detection of hydrogen(H_(2))is essential for ensuring energy security.Fiber-optic H_(2) sensors are gaining attention for their integration and remote sensing capabilities.However,they face chal...Accurate and real-time detection of hydrogen(H_(2))is essential for ensuring energy security.Fiber-optic H_(2) sensors are gaining attention for their integration and remote sensing capabilities.However,they face challenges,including complex fabrication processes and limited response times.Here,we propose a fiber-optic H_(2) sensing tip based on Tamm plasmon polariton(TPP)resonance,consisting of a multilayer metal/dielectric Bragg reflector deposited directly on the fiber end facet,simplifying the fabrication process.The fiber-optic TPP(FOTPP)tip exhibits both TPP and multiple Fabry-Perot(FP)resonances simultaneously,with the TPP employed for highly sensitive H_(2) detection.Compared to FP resonance,TPP exhibits more than twice the sensitivity under the same structural dimension without cavity geometry deformation.The excellent performance is attributed to alterations in phase-matching conditions,driven by changes in penetration depth of TPP.Furthermore,the FP mode is utilized to achieve an efficient photothermal effect to catalyze the reaction between H_(2) and the FOTPP structure.Consequently,the response and recovery speeds of the FOTPP tip under resonance-enhanced photothermal assistance are improved by 6.5 and 2.1 times,respectively.Our work offers a novel strategy for developing TPP-integrated fiber-optic tips,refines the theoretical framework of photothermal-assisted detection systems,and provides clear experimental evidence.展开更多
Device-based measurements are recommended to improve population-based physical activity(PA)surveillance.1,2However,implementation remains challenging due to lack of consensus on analytical methods,and the most widely ...Device-based measurements are recommended to improve population-based physical activity(PA)surveillance.1,2However,implementation remains challenging due to lack of consensus on analytical methods,and the most widely used“generic”(absolute intensity)cut-point approach has limited generalisability to population-level free-living data.Further,current methods generally fail to account for differences in people's physical capacity.展开更多
Type 2 diabetes(T2D)is a global public health issue.In 2021,537 million adults were diagnosed with T2D,corresponding to 10.5%of adults aged 20 and older.^(1)T2D increases the risks for morbidity,disability,and prematu...Type 2 diabetes(T2D)is a global public health issue.In 2021,537 million adults were diagnosed with T2D,corresponding to 10.5%of adults aged 20 and older.^(1)T2D increases the risks for morbidity,disability,and premature mortality,which increased by 3%between 2000 and 2019.2 Evidence is strong that maintaining a healthy diet,engaging in regular physical activity(PA),and preventing obesity can prevent or delay the incidence of T2D.展开更多
A calculation and test method for the natural frequency of a high-g micro accelerometer with complex structures is presented. A universal formula for natural frequency, which can significantly simplify the structural ...A calculation and test method for the natural frequency of a high-g micro accelerometer with complex structures is presented. A universal formula for natural frequency, which can significantly simplify the structural design process, is deduced and confirmed by experiment. A simplified analytical model is established to describe the accelerometer＇s mechanical behavior and deduce the formula for the natural frequency. Finite element modeling is also conducted to evaluate the natural frequency of the micro-accelerometer and verify the formula. The results obtained from the analytical model and the finite element simulation show good agreement. Finally, a shock comparison method designed for acquiring the high frequency characteristics of the accelerometer is introduced to verify the formula by testing its actual natural frequency.展开更多
In allusion to the limitations of the traditional attitude measurement system consisting of a three-axis magnetic sensor and two accelerometers on high-spinning projectile, a new scheme comprised of two magnetic senso...In allusion to the limitations of the traditional attitude measurement system consisting of a three-axis magnetic sensor and two accelerometers on high-spinning projectile, a new scheme comprised of two magnetic sensors and two accelerometers installed in a particular way is given. The configuration of the sensors is described. The calculation method and the mathematical model of the projectile attitude based on the sensor configuration are discussed. The basic calculation method including the Magsonde Window, the proof of the ratios of maximums and minimums and the calculation of the attitude angles are analyzed in theory. Finally, the system is simulated under the given conditions. The simulation result indicates that the estimated attitude angles are in agreement with the true attitude angles.展开更多
Resonant accelerometer is designed,which includes two double-ended tuning forks,a proof mass,four-leverage system amplifying inertial force,and drive/sense combs.Each tuning fork is electrostatically actuated and sens...Resonant accelerometer is designed,which includes two double-ended tuning forks,a proof mass,four-leverage system amplifying inertial force,and drive/sense combs.Each tuning fork is electrostatically actuated and sensed at resonance using comb electrodes.The device is fabricated using MEMS bulk-silicon technology,whose sensitive degree is 27 3Hz/g,and the resolution is 167 8μg.展开更多
A novel capacitive biaxial microaccelerometer with a highly symmetrical microstructure is developed. The sensor is composed of a single seismic mass, grid strip, supporting beam, joint beam, and damping adjusting comb...A novel capacitive biaxial microaccelerometer with a highly symmetrical microstructure is developed. The sensor is composed of a single seismic mass, grid strip, supporting beam, joint beam, and damping adjusting combs. The sensing method of changing capacitance area is used in the design,which depresses the requirement of the DRIE process, and de- creases electronic noise by increasing sensing voltage to improve the resolution. The parameters and characteristics of the biaxial microaccelerometer are discussed with the FEM tool ANSYS. The simulated results show that the transverse sensitivity of the sensor is equal to zero. The testing devices based on the slide-film damping effect are fabricated, and the testing quality factor is 514, which shows that the designed structure can improve the resolution and proves the feasibility of the designed process.展开更多
A tunneling accelerometer is fabricated and characterized based on the extension of the silicon-glass anodic-bonding and deep etching releasing process provided by Peking University.The tunneling current under open lo...A tunneling accelerometer is fabricated and characterized based on the extension of the silicon-glass anodic-bonding and deep etching releasing process provided by Peking University.The tunneling current under open loop operation is tested in the air by HP4145B semiconductor analyzer,which verifies the presence of tunneling current and the exponential relationship between tunneling gap and tunneling current.The tunneling barrier is extrapolated to be from 1.182 to 2.177eV.The threshold voltages are tested to be 14～16V for most of the devices.The threshold voltages under -1,0,and +1g are tested,respectively,which shows the sensitivity of the accelerometer is about 87mV/g.展开更多
This paper presents two approaches for system-level simulation of force-balance accelerometers. The derivation of the system-level model is elaborated and simulation results are obtained from the implementation of tho...This paper presents two approaches for system-level simulation of force-balance accelerometers. The derivation of the system-level model is elaborated and simulation results are obtained from the implementation of those strategies on the fabricated silicon force-balance MEMS accelerometer. The mathematical model presented is implemented in VHDL- AMS and SIMULINK TM,respectively. The simulation results from the two approaches are compared and show a slight difference. Using VHDL-AMS is flexible,reusable,and more accurate. But there is not a mature solver developed for the language and this approach takes more time, while the simulation model can be easily built and quickly evaluated using SIMULINK.展开更多
A piezoresistive silicon accelerometer fabricated by a selective,self-stopping porous silicon (PS) etching method using an epitaxial layer for movable microstructures is described and analyzed.The technique is capable...A piezoresistive silicon accelerometer fabricated by a selective,self-stopping porous silicon (PS) etching method using an epitaxial layer for movable microstructures is described and analyzed.The technique is capable of constructing a microstructure precisely.PS is used as a sacrificial layer,and releasing holes are etched in the film.TMAH solution with additional Si powder and (NH_4)_2S_2O_8 is used to remove PS through the small releasing holes without eroding uncovered Al.The designed fabrication process is full compatible with standard CMOS process.展开更多
For the purpose of improving the precision of the inertial guidance system,it is necessary to enhance the accuracy of the accelerometer.Combining the micro-fabrication processes with resonant sensor technology,a high-...For the purpose of improving the precision of the inertial guidance system,it is necessary to enhance the accuracy of the accelerometer.Combining the micro-fabrication processes with resonant sensor technology,a high-resolution inertial-grade novel micro resonant accelerometer is studied.Based on the detecting theory of the resonant sensors,the accelerometer is designed,fabricated,and tested.The accelerometer consists of one proofmass,two micro leverages and two double-ended-tuning-fork （DETF） resonators.The sensing principle of this accelerometer is based on that the natural frequency of the DETF resonator shifts with its axial load which is caused by inertial force.The push-pull configuration of the DETF is for temperature compensation.The two-stage micro leverage mechanisms are employed to amplify the force and increase the sensitivity of the accelerometer.The micro leverage and the resonator are modeled for static analysis and nonlinear modal analysis via theory method and finite element method （FEM）,respectively.The geometrical parameters of them are optimized.The amplification factor of the leverage is 102,and the sensitivity of the resonator on theory is about 62 Hz/g.The samples of the accelerometer are fabricated with deep reactive ion etching （DRIE） technology which can get a high-aspect ratio structure for contributing a greater sensing-capacitance.The measuring results of the samples by scanning electron microscopy （SEM） show that the process is feasible,because of the complete structure,the sound combs and micro leverages,and the acceptable errors.The frequency of the resonator and the sensitivity of the accelerometer are tested via printed circuit board （PCB）,respectively.The result of the test shows that the frequency of the push-resonator is about 54 530 Hz and the sensitivity of the accelerometer is about 55 Hz/g.The amplification factor of the leverage is calculated more accurately because the coupling of the two stages leverage is considered during derivation of the analysis formula.In addition,the novel differential structure of the accelerometer can greatly improve the sensitivity of the accelerometers.展开更多
For the vector attitude determination, the traditional optimal algorithms which are based on quaternion estimator（QUEST） measurement noise model are complicated for just two observations. In our application, the mag...For the vector attitude determination, the traditional optimal algorithms which are based on quaternion estimator（QUEST） measurement noise model are complicated for just two observations. In our application, the magnetometer and accelerometer are not two comparable kinds of sensors and both are not small field-of-view sensors as well. So in this paper a new unit measurement model is derived. According to the Wahba problem, the optimal weights for each measurement are obtained by the error variance researches. Then an improved quaternion Gauss–Newton method is presented and adopted to acquire attitude. Eventually, simulation results and experimental validation employed to test the proposed method demonstrate the usefulness of the improved algorithm.展开更多
In view of the problem that the current single-antenna GPS attitude determination system can only determine the body attitude when the sideslip angle is zero and the multiantenna GPS/SINS integrated navigation system ...In view of the problem that the current single-antenna GPS attitude determination system can only determine the body attitude when the sideslip angle is zero and the multiantenna GPS/SINS integrated navigation system is of large volume, high cost, and complex structure, this approach is presented to determine the attitude based on vector space with single-antenna GPS and accelerometers in the micro inertial measurement unit （MIMU）. It can provide real-time and accurate attitude information. Subsequently, the single-antenna GPS/SINS integrated navigation system is designed based on the combination of position, velocity, and attitude. Finally the semi- physical simulations of single-antenna GPS attitude determination system and single-antenna GPS/SINS integrated navigation system are carried out. The simulation results, based on measured data, show that the single-antenna GPS/SINS system can provide more accurate navigation information compared to the GPS/SINS system, based on the combination of position and velocity. Furthermore, the single-antenna GPS/SINS system is characteristic of lower cost and simpler structure. It provides the basis for the application of a single-antenna GPS/SINS integrated navigation system in a micro aerial vehicle （MAV）.展开更多
文摘In order to suppress the influence of temperature changes on the performance of accelerometers,a digital quartz resonant accelerometer with low temperature drift is developed using a quartz resonator cluster as a transducer element.In addition,a digital intellectual property(IP) is designed in FPGA to achieve signal processing and fusion of integrated resonators.A testing system for digital quartz resonant accelerometers is established to characterize the performance under different conditions.The scale factor of the accelerometer prototype reaches 3561.63 Hz/g in the range of -1 g to +1 g,and 3542.5 Hz/g in the range of-10 g to+10 g.In different measurement ranges,the linear correlation coefficient R~2 of the accelerometer achieves greater than 0.998.The temperature drift of the accelerometer prototype is tested using a constant temperature test chamber,with a temperature change from -20℃ to 80℃.After temperature-drift compensation,the zero bias temperature coefficient falls to 0.08 mg/℃,and the scale factor temperature coefficient is 65.43 ppm/℃.The experimental results show that the digital quartz resonant accelerometer exhibits excellent sensitivity and low temperature drift.
文摘Along with process control,perception represents the main function performed by the Edge Layer of an Internet of Things(IoT)network.Many of these networks implement various applications where the response time does not represent an important parameter.However,in critical applications,this parameter represents a crucial aspect.One important sensing device used in IoT designs is the accelerometer.In most applications,the response time of the embedded driver software handling this device is generally not analysed and not taken into account.In this paper,we present the design and implementation of a predictable real-time driver stack for a popular accelerometer and gyroscope device family.We provide clear justifications for why this response time is extremely important for critical applications in the acquisition process of such data.We present extensive measurements and experimental results that demonstrate the predictability of our solution,making it suitable for critical real-time systems.
基金funded by Vietnam National Foundation for Science and Technology Development(NAFOSTED)under grant number:02/2022/TN.
文摘This study focuses on the design and validation of a behavior classification system for cattle using behavioral data collected through accelerometer sensors.Data collection and behavioral analysis are achieved using machine learning(ML)algorithms through accelerometer sensors.However,behavioral analysis poses challenges due to the complexity of cow activities.The task becomes more challenging in a real-time behavioral analysis system with the requirement for shorter data windows and energy constraints.Shorter windows may lack sufficient information,reducing algorithm performance.Additionally,the sensor’s position on the cowsmay shift during practical use,altering the collected accelerometer data.This study addresses these challenges by employing a 3-s data window to analyze cow behaviors,specifically Feeding,Lying,Standing,and Walking.Data synchronization between accelerometer sensors placed on the neck and leg compensates for the lack of information in short data windows.Features such as the Vector of Dynamic Body Acceleration(VeDBA),Mean,Variance,and Kurtosis are utilized alongside the Decision Tree(DT)algorithm to address energy efficiency and ensure computational effectiveness.This study also evaluates the impact of sensor misalignment on behavior classification.Simulated datasets with varying levels of sensor misalignment were created,and the system’s classification accuracy exceeded 0.95 for the four behaviors across all datasets(including original and simulated misalignment datasets).Sensitivity(Sen)and PPV for all datasets were above 0.9.The study provides farmers and the dairy industry with a practical,energy-efficient system for continuously monitoring cattle behavior to enhance herd productivity while reducing labor costs.
基金supported by the National Nature Science Foundation of China(Grant Number:U24A20306,12102140,6227031087,62035006,and 6207030117).
文摘Ultrasonic neuromodulation has gained recognition as a promising therapeutic approach.A miniature transducer capable of generating suitable-strength and broadband ultrasound is of great significance for achieving high spatial precision ultrasonic neural stimulation.However,the ultrasound transducer with the above integrated is yet to be challenged.Here,we developed a fiber-optic photoacoustic emitter(FPE)with a diameter of 200μm,featuring controllable sound intensity and a broadband response(−6 dB bandwidth:162%).The device integrates MXene(Ti_(3)C_(2)Tx),known for its exceptional photothermal properties,and polydimethylsiloxane,which offers a high thermal expansion coefficient.This FPE,exhibiting high spatial precision(lateral:163.3μm,axial:207μm),is capable of selectively activating neurons in targeted regions.Using the TetTagging method to selectively express a cfos-promoter-inducible mCHERRY gene within the medial prefrontal cortex(mPFC),we found that photoacoustic stimulation significantly and temporarily activated the neurons.In vivo fiber photometry demonstrated that photoacoustic stimulation induced substantial calcium transients in mPFC neurons.Furthermore,we confirmed that photoacoustic stimulation of the mPFC using FPE markedly alleviates acute social defeat stress-induced emotional stress in mice.This work demonstrates the potential of FPEs for clinical applications,with a particular focus on modulating neural activity to regulate emotions.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.32473216)Ningbo Youth Science and Technology Innovation Leading Talent Project(Grant No.2023QL004)。
文摘Vibration detection using sensors with both wide working frequency range,good sensitivity,and other good performances is a topic of great interest in fields such as inertial navigation,deep-sea fishing boat engines condition monitoring,seismic monitoring,attitude,and heading reference system,etc.This paper investigates two 6H-SIC MEMS diaphragms,one triangular and the other square,used in a fiber optic Fabry–Perot(FP)accelerometer in an experimental scenario.The triangular chip shows a wide working frequency range of 630 Hz–5300 Hz,a natural frequency of 44.3 k Hz,and a mechanical sensitivity of 0.154 nm/g.An optimal structure of the square chip used in a probe such as a fiber optic FP accelerometer also shows a wide working frequency range of 120 Hz–2300 Hz;a good sensitivity of 31.5 m V/g,a resonance frequency of7873 Hz,an accuracy of 0.96%F.S.,a frequency measurement error of 1.15%,and an excellent linearity of 0.9995.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(42276199).
文摘In order to get rid of the dependence on high-precision centrifuges in accelerometer nonlinear coefficients calibration,this paper proposes a system-level calibration method for field condition.Firstly,a 42-dimension Kalman filter is constructed to reduce impact brought by turntable.Then,a biaxial rotation path is designed based on the accelerometer output model,including orthogonal 22 positions and tilt 12 positions,which enhances gravity excitation on nonlinear coefficients of accelerometer.Finally,sampling is carried out for calibration and further experiments.The results of static inertial navigation experiments lasting 4000 s show that compared with the traditional method,the proposed method reduces the position error by about 390 m.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(62205377).
文摘A high precision detection technique is analyzed based on the optical micro electro-mechanical system(MEMS)accelerometer with double gratings for noise suppression and scale factor enhancement.The brief sensing model and modulation detection model are built using the phase sensitive detection,and the relationship between stimulated acceleration and system output is given.The schematics of gap modulation and light intensity modulation are analyzed respectively,and the choice of modulation frequency in the optical MEMS accelerometer system is discussed.According to the experimental results,the scale factor is improved from 15.45 V/g with the gap modulation to 18.78 V/g with the light intensity modulation,and the signal to noise ratio is improved from 42.95 dB to 81.73 dB.The overall noise level in the optical MEMS accelerometer is effectively suppressed.
基金financial supports from National Key Research and Development Program of China(2023YFB3209500)National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)(12274052 and 62171076)+1 种基金Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(DUT24ZD203)Bolian Research Funds of Dalian Maritime University and Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(3132024605).
文摘Accurate and real-time detection of hydrogen(H_(2))is essential for ensuring energy security.Fiber-optic H_(2) sensors are gaining attention for their integration and remote sensing capabilities.However,they face challenges,including complex fabrication processes and limited response times.Here,we propose a fiber-optic H_(2) sensing tip based on Tamm plasmon polariton(TPP)resonance,consisting of a multilayer metal/dielectric Bragg reflector deposited directly on the fiber end facet,simplifying the fabrication process.The fiber-optic TPP(FOTPP)tip exhibits both TPP and multiple Fabry-Perot(FP)resonances simultaneously,with the TPP employed for highly sensitive H_(2) detection.Compared to FP resonance,TPP exhibits more than twice the sensitivity under the same structural dimension without cavity geometry deformation.The excellent performance is attributed to alterations in phase-matching conditions,driven by changes in penetration depth of TPP.Furthermore,the FP mode is utilized to achieve an efficient photothermal effect to catalyze the reaction between H_(2) and the FOTPP structure.Consequently,the response and recovery speeds of the FOTPP tip under resonance-enhanced photothermal assistance are improved by 6.5 and 2.1 times,respectively.Our work offers a novel strategy for developing TPP-integrated fiber-optic tips,refines the theoretical framework of photothermal-assisted detection systems,and provides clear experimental evidence.
文摘Device-based measurements are recommended to improve population-based physical activity(PA)surveillance.1,2However,implementation remains challenging due to lack of consensus on analytical methods,and the most widely used“generic”(absolute intensity)cut-point approach has limited generalisability to population-level free-living data.Further,current methods generally fail to account for differences in people's physical capacity.
文摘Type 2 diabetes(T2D)is a global public health issue.In 2021,537 million adults were diagnosed with T2D,corresponding to 10.5%of adults aged 20 and older.^(1)T2D increases the risks for morbidity,disability,and premature mortality,which increased by 3%between 2000 and 2019.2 Evidence is strong that maintaining a healthy diet,engaging in regular physical activity(PA),and preventing obesity can prevent or delay the incidence of T2D.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.50775209)NCET~~
文摘A calculation and test method for the natural frequency of a high-g micro accelerometer with complex structures is presented. A universal formula for natural frequency, which can significantly simplify the structural design process, is deduced and confirmed by experiment. A simplified analytical model is established to describe the accelerometer＇s mechanical behavior and deduce the formula for the natural frequency. Finite element modeling is also conducted to evaluate the natural frequency of the micro-accelerometer and verify the formula. The results obtained from the analytical model and the finite element simulation show good agreement. Finally, a shock comparison method designed for acquiring the high frequency characteristics of the accelerometer is introduced to verify the formula by testing its actual natural frequency.
文摘In allusion to the limitations of the traditional attitude measurement system consisting of a three-axis magnetic sensor and two accelerometers on high-spinning projectile, a new scheme comprised of two magnetic sensors and two accelerometers installed in a particular way is given. The configuration of the sensors is described. The calculation method and the mathematical model of the projectile attitude based on the sensor configuration are discussed. The basic calculation method including the Magsonde Window, the proof of the ratios of maximums and minimums and the calculation of the attitude angles are analyzed in theory. Finally, the system is simulated under the given conditions. The simulation result indicates that the estimated attitude angles are in agreement with the true attitude angles.
文摘Resonant accelerometer is designed,which includes two double-ended tuning forks,a proof mass,four-leverage system amplifying inertial force,and drive/sense combs.Each tuning fork is electrostatically actuated and sensed at resonance using comb electrodes.The device is fabricated using MEMS bulk-silicon technology,whose sensitive degree is 27 3Hz/g,and the resolution is 167 8μg.
文摘A novel capacitive biaxial microaccelerometer with a highly symmetrical microstructure is developed. The sensor is composed of a single seismic mass, grid strip, supporting beam, joint beam, and damping adjusting combs. The sensing method of changing capacitance area is used in the design,which depresses the requirement of the DRIE process, and de- creases electronic noise by increasing sensing voltage to improve the resolution. The parameters and characteristics of the biaxial microaccelerometer are discussed with the FEM tool ANSYS. The simulated results show that the transverse sensitivity of the sensor is equal to zero. The testing devices based on the slide-film damping effect are fabricated, and the testing quality factor is 514, which shows that the designed structure can improve the resolution and proves the feasibility of the designed process.
文摘A tunneling accelerometer is fabricated and characterized based on the extension of the silicon-glass anodic-bonding and deep etching releasing process provided by Peking University.The tunneling current under open loop operation is tested in the air by HP4145B semiconductor analyzer,which verifies the presence of tunneling current and the exponential relationship between tunneling gap and tunneling current.The tunneling barrier is extrapolated to be from 1.182 to 2.177eV.The threshold voltages are tested to be 14～16V for most of the devices.The threshold voltages under -1,0,and +1g are tested,respectively,which shows the sensitivity of the accelerometer is about 87mV/g.
文摘This paper presents two approaches for system-level simulation of force-balance accelerometers. The derivation of the system-level model is elaborated and simulation results are obtained from the implementation of those strategies on the fabricated silicon force-balance MEMS accelerometer. The mathematical model presented is implemented in VHDL- AMS and SIMULINK TM,respectively. The simulation results from the two approaches are compared and show a slight difference. Using VHDL-AMS is flexible,reusable,and more accurate. But there is not a mature solver developed for the language and this approach takes more time, while the simulation model can be easily built and quickly evaluated using SIMULINK.
文摘A piezoresistive silicon accelerometer fabricated by a selective,self-stopping porous silicon (PS) etching method using an epitaxial layer for movable microstructures is described and analyzed.The technique is capable of constructing a microstructure precisely.PS is used as a sacrificial layer,and releasing holes are etched in the film.TMAH solution with additional Si powder and (NH_4)_2S_2O_8 is used to remove PS through the small releasing holes without eroding uncovered Al.The designed fabrication process is full compatible with standard CMOS process.
文摘For the purpose of improving the precision of the inertial guidance system,it is necessary to enhance the accuracy of the accelerometer.Combining the micro-fabrication processes with resonant sensor technology,a high-resolution inertial-grade novel micro resonant accelerometer is studied.Based on the detecting theory of the resonant sensors,the accelerometer is designed,fabricated,and tested.The accelerometer consists of one proofmass,two micro leverages and two double-ended-tuning-fork （DETF） resonators.The sensing principle of this accelerometer is based on that the natural frequency of the DETF resonator shifts with its axial load which is caused by inertial force.The push-pull configuration of the DETF is for temperature compensation.The two-stage micro leverage mechanisms are employed to amplify the force and increase the sensitivity of the accelerometer.The micro leverage and the resonator are modeled for static analysis and nonlinear modal analysis via theory method and finite element method （FEM）,respectively.The geometrical parameters of them are optimized.The amplification factor of the leverage is 102,and the sensitivity of the resonator on theory is about 62 Hz/g.The samples of the accelerometer are fabricated with deep reactive ion etching （DRIE） technology which can get a high-aspect ratio structure for contributing a greater sensing-capacitance.The measuring results of the samples by scanning electron microscopy （SEM） show that the process is feasible,because of the complete structure,the sound combs and micro leverages,and the acceptable errors.The frequency of the resonator and the sensitivity of the accelerometer are tested via printed circuit board （PCB）,respectively.The result of the test shows that the frequency of the push-resonator is about 54 530 Hz and the sensitivity of the accelerometer is about 55 Hz/g.The amplification factor of the leverage is calculated more accurately because the coupling of the two stages leverage is considered during derivation of the analysis formula.In addition,the novel differential structure of the accelerometer can greatly improve the sensitivity of the accelerometers.
文摘For the vector attitude determination, the traditional optimal algorithms which are based on quaternion estimator（QUEST） measurement noise model are complicated for just two observations. In our application, the magnetometer and accelerometer are not two comparable kinds of sensors and both are not small field-of-view sensors as well. So in this paper a new unit measurement model is derived. According to the Wahba problem, the optimal weights for each measurement are obtained by the error variance researches. Then an improved quaternion Gauss–Newton method is presented and adopted to acquire attitude. Eventually, simulation results and experimental validation employed to test the proposed method demonstrate the usefulness of the improved algorithm.
基金the Astronautic Technology Foundation (HTZC0405)
文摘In view of the problem that the current single-antenna GPS attitude determination system can only determine the body attitude when the sideslip angle is zero and the multiantenna GPS/SINS integrated navigation system is of large volume, high cost, and complex structure, this approach is presented to determine the attitude based on vector space with single-antenna GPS and accelerometers in the micro inertial measurement unit （MIMU）. It can provide real-time and accurate attitude information. Subsequently, the single-antenna GPS/SINS integrated navigation system is designed based on the combination of position, velocity, and attitude. Finally the semi- physical simulations of single-antenna GPS attitude determination system and single-antenna GPS/SINS integrated navigation system are carried out. The simulation results, based on measured data, show that the single-antenna GPS/SINS system can provide more accurate navigation information compared to the GPS/SINS system, based on the combination of position and velocity. Furthermore, the single-antenna GPS/SINS system is characteristic of lower cost and simpler structure. It provides the basis for the application of a single-antenna GPS/SINS integrated navigation system in a micro aerial vehicle （MAV）.
