LiDAR and camera are two of the most common sensors used in the fields of robot perception,autonomous driving,augmented reality,and virtual reality,where these sensors are widely used to perform various tasks such as ...LiDAR and camera are two of the most common sensors used in the fields of robot perception,autonomous driving,augmented reality,and virtual reality,where these sensors are widely used to perform various tasks such as odometry estimation and 3D reconstruction.Fusing the information from these two sensors can significantly increase the robustness and accuracy of these perception tasks.The extrinsic calibration between cameras and LiDAR is a fundamental prerequisite for multimodal systems.Recently,extensive studies have been conducted on the calibration of extrinsic parameters.Although several calibration methods facilitate sensor fusion,a comprehensive summary for researchers and,especially,non-expert users is lacking.Thus,we present an overview of extrinsic calibration and discuss diverse calibration methods from the perspective of calibration system design.Based on the calibration information sources,this study classifies these methods as target-based or targetless.For each type of calibration method,further classification was performed according to the diverse types of features or constraints used in the calibration process,and their detailed implementations and key characteristics were introduced.Thereafter,calibration-accuracy evaluation methods are presented.Finally,we comprehensively compare the advantages and disadvantages of each calibration method and suggest directions for practical applications and future research.展开更多
The two-dimensional grating serves as a critical component in plane grating interferometers for achieving high-precision multidimensional displacement measurements.The calibration of grating groove density and orthogo...The two-dimensional grating serves as a critical component in plane grating interferometers for achieving high-precision multidimensional displacement measurements.The calibration of grating groove density and orthogonality error of grating grooves not only improves the positioning accuracy of grating interferometers but also provides essential feedback for optimizing two-dimensional grating fabrication.This study proposes a method for simultaneous calibration of these parameters using orthogonal heterodyne laser interferometry.A two-dimensional grating interferometer is built with the grating to be measured,and a biaxial laser interferometer provides a displacement reference for it.The phase mapping relationship between grating interference and laser interference is established.The interference phase information obtained by any two displacements can simultaneously solve the above three parameters and obtain the grating installation error.The feasibility of the proposed method is verified by using a 1200 gr/mm two-dimensional grating.The standard deviation of the grating groove density in the X and Y directions is 0.012 gr/mm and 0.014 gr/mm,respectively.The standard deviation of the orthogonality error of grating grooves is 0.004°,and the standard deviation of the installation error is 0.002°.Compared with the atomic force microscope method,the consistency of the grating groove density in the X and Y directions is better than 0.03 gr/mm and 0.06 gr/mm,and the orthogonality error of grating grooves is better than 0.008°.The experimental results show that the proposed method can be simply and efficiently applied to the calibration of the grating line parameters of the two-dimensional grating.展开更多
This study investigates the reduction in polarization measurement accuracy caused by varying in-cident angles in a liquid crystal variable retarder(LCVR).The phase delay characteristics of the LCVR were examined,with ...This study investigates the reduction in polarization measurement accuracy caused by varying in-cident angles in a liquid crystal variable retarder(LCVR).The phase delay characteristics of the LCVR were examined,with particular emphasis on the influence of different two-dimensional incident angles on phase delay behavior.Building upon the calibration of phase delay under normal incidence,a phase delay calibra-tion model was developed to account for variations in incident angle and driving voltage.A mathematical re-lationship was established between phase delay and the azimuth angle(α)and pitch angle(β).Experimental validation was conducted under three conditions:α=20°,β=0°;α=0°,β=20°;and an arbitrary angle whereα=5°,β=15°.The results demonstrated that the maximum average deviation between theoretical pre-dictions and experimental measurements did not exceed 0.059 rad.The proposed calibration method proved to be both accurate and practical.This approach offers robust support for LCVR parameter calibration and performance optimization in optical systems,particularly in polarization imaging applications.展开更多
The segmented solar telescope described in this study employs a simultaneous dual-wavelength measurement technique to achieve co-phase alignment.To meet the measurement requirements of a 20μm range,5 nm root mean squ...The segmented solar telescope described in this study employs a simultaneous dual-wavelength measurement technique to achieve co-phase alignment.To meet the measurement requirements of a 20μm range,5 nm root mean square precision,and edge jump rates of<10^(−6),this study focused on calibrating the dual-wavelength measurement system for the segmented-mirror solar telescope.Analysis of the relative error in the measurement system revealed that assembly-induced errors such as defocus,translation,scaling,and rotation markedly degrade measurement accuracy.To address these issues,we propose a defocus error compensation algorithm,based on the light intensity distribution of the point spread function(PSF)and an affine transformation model,to calibrate spatial pose deviations across the two measurement channels.A dual-wavelength measurement system was implemented on a segmented-mirror experimental platform for calibration.Experimental results demonstrated that the mean relative error decreased from−0.6423 to−0.0345 nm after calibration,reflecting improved reliability and stability of the co-phase measurements.展开更多
In data communication,limited communication resources often lead to measurement bias,which adversely affects subsequent system estimation if not effectively handled.This paper proposes a novel bias calibration algorit...In data communication,limited communication resources often lead to measurement bias,which adversely affects subsequent system estimation if not effectively handled.This paper proposes a novel bias calibration algorithm under communication constraints to achieve accurate system states of the interested system.An output-based event-triggered scheme is first employed to alleviate transmission burden.Accounting for the limited-communication-induced measurement bias,a novel bias calibration algorithm following the Kalman filtering line is developed to restrain the effect of the measurement bias on system estimation,thereby achieving accurate system state estimates.Subsequently,the Field Programmable Gate Array(FPGA)implementation of the proposed algorithm is also realized with the hope of providing fast bias calibration in practical scenarios.A simulation about a numerical example and a practical example(for gyroscope’s angular velocity bias calibration)on MATLAB is provided to demonstrate the feasibility and effectiveness of the proposed algorithm.展开更多
With the widespread adoption of digital equipment in intelligent substations,testing digital signals in power systems has become an important role for relay protection test equipment.Testing and calibrating digital si...With the widespread adoption of digital equipment in intelligent substations,testing digital signals in power systems has become an important role for relay protection test equipment.Testing and calibrating digital signals require high accuracy.However,existing methods have low precision,cannot be calibrated at full range for all indexes,and have complex configuration,making them unsuitable for routine calibration work.To solve the above problems,a novel calibration method is designed and implemented using field programmable gate array(FPGA)to achieve accurate input and output time control.Accurate calibration relies on multiple forms of traceability including theoretical value traceability based on waveform comparison,time scale value traceability based on accurate time stamps,and algorithm traceability based on typical algorithms.Compared with other existing methods,the proposed approach reduces the mean absolute error of action time and time measurement by 92.88%,effectively addressing a key industry challenge and offering a valuable reference for further research,application,and standardization.展开更多
We present the preparation and measurement of the radioactive isotope^(37)Ar,which was produced using thermal neutrons from a reactor,as a calibration source for liquid xenon time projection chambers.^(37)Ar is a low-...We present the preparation and measurement of the radioactive isotope^(37)Ar,which was produced using thermal neutrons from a reactor,as a calibration source for liquid xenon time projection chambers.^(37)Ar is a low-energy calibration source with a half-life of 35.01 days,making it suitable for calibration in the low-energy region of liquid xenon dark-matter experiments.Radioactive isotope^(37)Ar was produced by irradiating ^(36)Ar with thermal neutrons.It was subsequently measured in a gaseous xenon time projection chamber(GXe TPC)to validate its radioactivity.Our results demonstrate that^(37)Ar is an effective and viable calibration source that offers precise calibration capabilities in the low-energy domain of xenon-based detectors.展开更多
Considering the drastic variations in the surface elevation of the piedmont region in the Bai Cheng West Area,there is no reference point within the Reference Ground Line(RG line)of the starting point of the synthetic...Considering the drastic variations in the surface elevation of the piedmont region in the Bai Cheng West Area,there is no reference point within the Reference Ground Line(RG line)of the starting point of the synthetic seismic records in the process of calibration of the horizon.Through the analysis of the process and properties of the production of the RG line,in the processing of seismic data,it is indicated that the position of the synthetic data of seismic records is not located at the beginning of the RG line.Rather,it must be at the time point of the seismic profile at the elevation of a datum position of the static value of less than the datum plane.Both the RG line and the elevation static correction value line can easily be seen by computerizing the calculated value of the elevation static correction of the datum plane relating to the seismic section and plotting it on the seismic section.To achieve a good calibration with the synthetic seismogram,it is possible to set the starting point of the synthetic seismogram on the elevation static correction value line that is situated at the place of the Common Mid-Point(CMP).In the current paper,a systematic overview of methods and safety procedures for establishing the seismic interpretation work area and horizon calibration in seismic interpretation has been reviewed,which will form an effective guide towards seismic interpretation under the complicated surface conditions in the Bai Cheng west region.展开更多
Large-volume presses(LVPs)are widely utilized in diverse research fields—including high-pressure physics,chemistry,materials science,and Earth and planetary sciences—to investigate the physical and chemical properti...Large-volume presses(LVPs)are widely utilized in diverse research fields—including high-pressure physics,chemistry,materials science,and Earth and planetary sciences—to investigate the physical and chemical properties of materials under extreme high-pressure and hightemperature conditions.A prerequisite for achieving reproducible property measurements is the determination and control of pressure within experimental setups.However,the lack of precise pressure calibration in LVPs hinders the broader application of such devices in ultrahigh-pressure studies.This study employs a suite of standard phase transition-based pressure markers—comprising metallic conductors,semiconductors,and minerals—through both in situ and ex situ identification approaches,to establish pressure calibration curves ranging from 0.4 to>30 GPa for various types of LVP installed at the Center for High Pressure Science and Technology Advanced Research(HPSTAR),Beijing,including piston–cylinder,cubic,and multi-anvil presses.The results provide a unified and traceable pressure reference for highpressure experiments conducted at HPSTAR,while also offering technical guidance and calibration standards for other researchers utilizing similar LVP systems,thereby enabling more consistent comparison between different laboratories.This work facilitates the advancement of LVP research toward broader applications in higher-pressure regimes.展开更多
Defining an ERBB2(HER2/neu)gene amplification status is critical to guiding human epidermal growth factor receptor 2(HER2)-targeted therapy in breast cancer.Up to 40%of breast cancer patients are reported as having an...Defining an ERBB2(HER2/neu)gene amplification status is critical to guiding human epidermal growth factor receptor 2(HER2)-targeted therapy in breast cancer.Up to 40%of breast cancer patients are reported as having an immunohistochemistry(IHC)of HER22+and requiring additional testing using fluorescence in situ hybridization to confirm the results.This paper aims to establish an automatically weighted calibration deep learning(AWCDL)algorithm to predict ERBB2 amplification based on IHC images.In this study,we applied IHC HER22+images from 1,073 breast cancer patients at three cancer centers in China and extracted 376,099 tiles.Among these,269,664 tiles were used for internal and external validation.The designed AWCDL consists of two steps.In Step 1,the internal validation achieved an accuracy of 89%,with a specificity of 0.89 and a sensitivity of 0.89.The external validation in the two other centers showed an average accuracy of 85%,with a specificity of 0.86 and a sensitivity of 0.82.In Step 2,the model achieved higher accuracy for the slides predicted as negative in Step 1 by automatically calibrating the weight.Collectively,these results suggest that this AWCDL model has successfully proved useful as an alternative method to fluorescence in situ hybridization for assessing the ERBB2 amplification status in breast cancer.展开更多
High-precision magnetic field measurements are crucial for understanding Earth’s internal structure,space environment,and dynamic geomagnetic variations.Data from the Fluxgate Magnetometer (FGM) on the Macao Science ...High-precision magnetic field measurements are crucial for understanding Earth’s internal structure,space environment,and dynamic geomagnetic variations.Data from the Fluxgate Magnetometer (FGM) on the Macao Science Satellite-1A (MSS-1A),added to data from other space-based magnetometers,should increase significantly the ability of scientists to observe changes in Earth’s magnetic field over time and space.Additionally,the MSS-1A’s FGM is intended to help identify magnetic disturbances affecting the spacecraft itself.This report focuses on the in-flight calibration of the MSS-1 FGM.A scalar calibration,independent of geomagnetic field models,was performed to correct offsets,sensitivities,and misalignment angles of the FGM.Using seven months of data,we find that the in-flight calibration parameters show good stability.We determined Euler angles describing the rotational relationship between the FGM and the Advanced Stellar Compass (ASC) coordinate system using two approaches:calibration with the CHAOS-7 geomagnetic field model,and simultaneous estimation of Euler angles and Gaussian spherical harmonic coefficients through self-consistent modeling.The accuracy of Euler angles describing the rotation was better than 18 arcsec.The calibrated FGM data exhibit good agreement with the calibrated data of the Vector Field Magnetometer (VFM),which is the primary vector magnetometer of the satellite.These calibration efforts have significantly improved the accuracy of the FGM measurements,which are now providing reliable data for geomagnetic field studies that promise to advance our understanding of the Earth’s magnetic environment.展开更多
A novel method is developed by utilizing the fractional frequency based multirange rulers to precisely position the passive inter-modulation(PIM)sources within radio frequency(RF)cables.The proposed method employs a s...A novel method is developed by utilizing the fractional frequency based multirange rulers to precisely position the passive inter-modulation(PIM)sources within radio frequency(RF)cables.The proposed method employs a set of fractional frequencies to create multiple measuring rulers with different metric ranges to determine the values of the tens,ones,tenths,and hundredths digits of the distance.Among these rulers,the one with the lowest frequency determines the maximum metric range,while the one with the highest frequency decides the highest achievable accuracy of the position system.For all rulers,the metric accuracy is uniquely determined by the phase accuracy of the detected PIM signals.With the all-phase Fourier transform method,the phases of the PIM signals at all fractional frequencies maintain almost the same accuracy,approximately 1°(about 1/360 wavelength in the positioning accuracy)at the signal-to-noise ratio(SNR)of 10 d B.Numerical simulations verify the effectiveness of the proposed method,improving the positioning accuracy of the cable PIM up to a millimeter level with the highest fractional frequency operating at 200 MHz.展开更多
Currently,there is a lack of in-situ or model test results for cone penetration tests(CPTs)conducted in deep,dense sand layers under high overburden stresses,restricting the development of empirical relationships betw...Currently,there is a lack of in-situ or model test results for cone penetration tests(CPTs)conducted in deep,dense sand layers under high overburden stresses,restricting the development of empirical relationships between CPT results and the characteristics of such deep,dense sand layers.This study addresses this gap by proposing an empirical relationship to predict the relative density of dense silica sand based on stress level and cone tip resistance.The relationship was developed through CPTs performed in a calibration chamber using dense sand specimens(with relative densities of 74%-91%)subjected to high stresses(under overburden stresses of 0.5-2.0 MPa)and numerical simulations employing the large deformation finite element method.The Arbitrary Lagrangian Eulerian method was used to regularly regenerate the mesh to prevent soil element distortion around the cone tip.Additionally,the modified Mohr-Coulomb model was integrated to capture the stress-strain behavior of dense silica sand under high stresses.A reasonable agreement was achieved between the numerical and experimental penetration profiles,which verifies the reliability of the numerical model.A sufficient number of parametric analyses were carried out,and then an empirical equation was proposed to establish the relationship between the relative density of dense sand,stress level and cone resistance.The empirical equation provides predictions with acceptable accuracy,as the discrepancies between the predicted and measured relative density values fall within±30%.展开更多
Accurate calibration of surgical instruments and ultrasound probes is essential for achieving high precision in image guided minimally invasive procedures.However,existing methods typically treat the calibration of th...Accurate calibration of surgical instruments and ultrasound probes is essential for achieving high precision in image guided minimally invasive procedures.However,existing methods typically treat the calibration of the needle tip and the ultrasound probe as two independent processes,lacking an integrated calibration mechanism,which often leads to cumulative errors and reduced spatial consistency.To address this challenge,we propose a joint calibration model that unifies the calibration of the surgical needle tip and the ultrasound probe within a single coordinate system.The method formulates the calibration process through a series of mathematical models and coordinate transformation models and employs a gradient descent based optimization to refine the parameters of these models.By establishing and iteratively optimizing a template coordinate system through modeling of constrained spherical motion,the proposed joint calibration model achieves submillimeter accuracy in needle tip localization.Building upon this,an N line based calibration model is developed to determine the spatial relationship between the probe and the ultrasound image plane,resulting in an average pixel deviation of only 1.2373 mm.Experimental results confirm that this unified modeling approach effectively overcomes the limitations of separate calibration schemes,significantly enhancing both precision and robustness,and providing a reliable computational model for surgical navigation systems that require high spatial accuracy without relying on ionizing radiation.展开更多
The response and performance of radiation detectors for accurate measurements and effective use for radiological safety in medical, industrial, and nuclear sectors are based on the optimal use, maintenance, repair and...The response and performance of radiation detectors for accurate measurements and effective use for radiological safety in medical, industrial, and nuclear sectors are based on the optimal use, maintenance, repair and calibration of radiation monitoring instruments in a secondary standard dosimetry laboratory. In Nigeria, the suboptimal performances of these instruments are attributed to inadequate maintenance practices, insufficient calibration, and limited awareness of proper equipment handling for optimal use. This study assesses the current practices related to the optimal use, maintenance, repair, and calibration of radiation detection equipment across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. Using a cross-sectional survey approach, data were collected from Ninety (90) radiation monitoring equipment operators, Radiation Safety Officers, and frontline responders to evaluate their knowledge, awareness, and practices concerning equipment usage, operation, storage, handling, and calibration. The findings reveal significant gaps in knowledge of usage (trained is 43.2%, not trained is 56.8%) and inconsistencies in maintenance practices (as indicated by the regression analysis (β = 0.51, p < 0.01), particularly regarding specialized instruments such as the PackEye, Mobile Detection System (MDS), Radionuclide Identifinder (RID), and Personal Radiation Detectors (PRD). While there is high awareness of the need for regular calibration and handling training, the lack of standardized protocols and training alignment poses challenges to the effective use of these instruments. This study underscores the importance of comprehensive training programs, standardized maintenance protocols, and enhanced awareness initiatives to optimize the usage, performance and safety of radiation monitoring instruments in Nigeria.展开更多
Radiation detectors, such as survey meters, are essential for ensuring radiation safety in various sectors, including healthcare, industrial processing, emergency response, etc. However, regular calibration and proper...Radiation detectors, such as survey meters, are essential for ensuring radiation safety in various sectors, including healthcare, industrial processing, emergency response, etc. However, regular calibration and proper maintenance of survey meters are important in order to ascertain their accuracy and reliability. This study provides a comprehensive retrospective assessment of the calibration behaviour, durability, and fault trends of 160 survey meters, spanning ten different models. They were calibrated at the Secondary Standard Dosimetry Laboratory (SSDL) in Nigeria over a decade (2012-2023) using an X-Ray Beam Irradiator Model X80-225K and Cs-137 irradiator (OB6) with a PTW reference spherical chamber traceable to the IAEA SSDL in Seibersdorf, Austria. The calibration stability of each model was evaluated, revealing that models like Instrument A and Instrument B demonstrated high reliability with calibration factors close to the ideal value of 1, while models like Instrument C exhibited higher variability, suggesting less consistent performance for dose rate monitoring. Fault analysis showed that the most common issues were related to the battery compartment, indicating a need for improved handling practices. Correlation analysis reveals no statistically significant correlation between calibration factor and age of survey meter across the analysed models. The study concludes that regular calibration, proper handling, and user training are crucial for maintaining the accuracy and longevity of radiation detectors.展开更多
In various imaging applications such as autonomous vehicles and drones,autofocus lenses are indispensable for capturing clear images.However,conventional camera calibration methods typically rely either on processing ...In various imaging applications such as autonomous vehicles and drones,autofocus lenses are indispensable for capturing clear images.However,conventional camera calibration methods typically rely either on processing multiple images at a fixed focal length or on detecting multi-plane markers in a single image and then applying multi-image calibration models.This paper proposes a flexible and accurate calibration approach that extracts subpixel saddle points from a single image containing three non-coplanar calibration boards.To compute accurate homography matrices for the three boards,outliers are removed by eliminating chessboard points that deviated from the fitted grid lines according to their row and column positions.Initial estimates of the intrinsic parameters and the poses of the three planar chessboards are obtained using the three homography matrices in combination with Zhang’s calibration method.During parameter refinement,a multi-objective optimization function is constructed,incorporating three error terms:(1)Reprojection error of the inlier grid points;(2)Mechanism-driven error derived from the relationship between homography matrices and camera parameters;(3)Cross-planar linearity constraint error,which preserves the pre-imaging collinearity of any five points across different planes after projection.For weight selection in the optimization process,confidence intervals of the detected grid points are analyzed by horizontally rotating the reprojection lines to reduce bias introduced by line slope.The optimal weights are determined by minimizing the number of points whose confidence intervals does not intersect the reprojected lines.When multiple candidates yield similar reprojection performance,the parameter set with the smallest reprojection error is selected as the final result.This method efficiently estimates both intrinsic and extrinsic camera parameters.Simulations and real-world experiments validate the high precision and effectiveness of the proposed approach.Our technique is straightforward,practical,and holds significant theoretical and practical value for rapid and reliable camera calibration.展开更多
In clinical environments,the prolonged utilization of polarization equipment can result in theaccumulation of errors over extended periods.The absence of expeditious calibration techniques in clinical practice present...In clinical environments,the prolonged utilization of polarization equipment can result in theaccumulation of errors over extended periods.The absence of expeditious calibration techniques in clinical practice presents a significant obstacle in preserving the precision and dependability of these instruments.To address this challenge,we propose an innovative research study that presents a comprebersive calibration system specifically designed for the calibration of the backscattering Muellet matrix measurement system,enabling swift online calibration acroes various scenarios.This system employs an external calibration framework for rmal-time adjust-ment of the polarizer's initial angle,oversecing the rotation of PSG and PSA motors through position measurement and control procedures,with light intensity monitored by a camera.By incorporating moment um concepts and the Adam optimization algorithm,we enhance conver-gence speed,mitigate noise,and improve calibration accuracy.Experimental results showcase the exceptional precision,speed,and robustness of oрroposed method,achieving high acсuracy and minimal error,thereby offering a promising solution for maintaining the reliabilit y of polarization equipment in clinical settings.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
To enhance direction of arrival(DOA)estimation accuracy,this paper proposes a low-cost method for calibrating farfield steering vectors of large aperture millimeter wave radar(mmWR).To this end,we first derive the ste...To enhance direction of arrival(DOA)estimation accuracy,this paper proposes a low-cost method for calibrating farfield steering vectors of large aperture millimeter wave radar(mmWR).To this end,we first derive the steering vectors with amplitude and phase errors,assuming that mmWR works in the time-sharing mode.Then,approximate relationship between the near-field calibration steering vector and the far-field calibration steering vector is analyzed,which is used to accomplish the mapping between the two of them.Finally,simulation results verify that the proposed method can effectively improve the angle measurement accuracy of mmWR with existing amplitude and phase errors.展开更多
基金Supported by Beijing Natural Science Foundation(Grant No.L241012)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.62572468).
文摘LiDAR and camera are two of the most common sensors used in the fields of robot perception,autonomous driving,augmented reality,and virtual reality,where these sensors are widely used to perform various tasks such as odometry estimation and 3D reconstruction.Fusing the information from these two sensors can significantly increase the robustness and accuracy of these perception tasks.The extrinsic calibration between cameras and LiDAR is a fundamental prerequisite for multimodal systems.Recently,extensive studies have been conducted on the calibration of extrinsic parameters.Although several calibration methods facilitate sensor fusion,a comprehensive summary for researchers and,especially,non-expert users is lacking.Thus,we present an overview of extrinsic calibration and discuss diverse calibration methods from the perspective of calibration system design.Based on the calibration information sources,this study classifies these methods as target-based or targetless.For each type of calibration method,further classification was performed according to the diverse types of features or constraints used in the calibration process,and their detailed implementations and key characteristics were introduced.Thereafter,calibration-accuracy evaluation methods are presented.Finally,we comprehensively compare the advantages and disadvantages of each calibration method and suggest directions for practical applications and future research.
文摘The two-dimensional grating serves as a critical component in plane grating interferometers for achieving high-precision multidimensional displacement measurements.The calibration of grating groove density and orthogonality error of grating grooves not only improves the positioning accuracy of grating interferometers but also provides essential feedback for optimizing two-dimensional grating fabrication.This study proposes a method for simultaneous calibration of these parameters using orthogonal heterodyne laser interferometry.A two-dimensional grating interferometer is built with the grating to be measured,and a biaxial laser interferometer provides a displacement reference for it.The phase mapping relationship between grating interference and laser interference is established.The interference phase information obtained by any two displacements can simultaneously solve the above three parameters and obtain the grating installation error.The feasibility of the proposed method is verified by using a 1200 gr/mm two-dimensional grating.The standard deviation of the grating groove density in the X and Y directions is 0.012 gr/mm and 0.014 gr/mm,respectively.The standard deviation of the orthogonality error of grating grooves is 0.004°,and the standard deviation of the installation error is 0.002°.Compared with the atomic force microscope method,the consistency of the grating groove density in the X and Y directions is better than 0.03 gr/mm and 0.06 gr/mm,and the orthogonality error of grating grooves is better than 0.008°.The experimental results show that the proposed method can be simply and efficiently applied to the calibration of the grating line parameters of the two-dimensional grating.
文摘This study investigates the reduction in polarization measurement accuracy caused by varying in-cident angles in a liquid crystal variable retarder(LCVR).The phase delay characteristics of the LCVR were examined,with particular emphasis on the influence of different two-dimensional incident angles on phase delay behavior.Building upon the calibration of phase delay under normal incidence,a phase delay calibra-tion model was developed to account for variations in incident angle and driving voltage.A mathematical re-lationship was established between phase delay and the azimuth angle(α)and pitch angle(β).Experimental validation was conducted under three conditions:α=20°,β=0°;α=0°,β=20°;and an arbitrary angle whereα=5°,β=15°.The results demonstrated that the maximum average deviation between theoretical pre-dictions and experimental measurements did not exceed 0.059 rad.The proposed calibration method proved to be both accurate and practical.This approach offers robust support for LCVR parameter calibration and performance optimization in optical systems,particularly in polarization imaging applications.
基金supported by the Yunnan Revitalization Talent Support Program(202305AS350029 and 202305AT350005)Yunnan Revitalization Talent Support Program-Science&Technology Champion Project(202105AB160001)+1 种基金Yunnan Key Laboratory of Solar Physics and Space Science(202205AG070009)Yunnan Provincial Science and Technology Department(202401AU070062).
文摘The segmented solar telescope described in this study employs a simultaneous dual-wavelength measurement technique to achieve co-phase alignment.To meet the measurement requirements of a 20μm range,5 nm root mean square precision,and edge jump rates of<10^(−6),this study focused on calibrating the dual-wavelength measurement system for the segmented-mirror solar telescope.Analysis of the relative error in the measurement system revealed that assembly-induced errors such as defocus,translation,scaling,and rotation markedly degrade measurement accuracy.To address these issues,we propose a defocus error compensation algorithm,based on the light intensity distribution of the point spread function(PSF)and an affine transformation model,to calibrate spatial pose deviations across the two measurement channels.A dual-wavelength measurement system was implemented on a segmented-mirror experimental platform for calibration.Experimental results demonstrated that the mean relative error decreased from−0.6423 to−0.0345 nm after calibration,reflecting improved reliability and stability of the co-phase measurements.
基金support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.U2330206,U2230206,62173068)Sichuan Science and Technology Program(Grants Nos.2024NSFSC1483,2024ZYD0156,2023NSFC1962,DQ202412).
文摘In data communication,limited communication resources often lead to measurement bias,which adversely affects subsequent system estimation if not effectively handled.This paper proposes a novel bias calibration algorithm under communication constraints to achieve accurate system states of the interested system.An output-based event-triggered scheme is first employed to alleviate transmission burden.Accounting for the limited-communication-induced measurement bias,a novel bias calibration algorithm following the Kalman filtering line is developed to restrain the effect of the measurement bias on system estimation,thereby achieving accurate system state estimates.Subsequently,the Field Programmable Gate Array(FPGA)implementation of the proposed algorithm is also realized with the hope of providing fast bias calibration in practical scenarios.A simulation about a numerical example and a practical example(for gyroscope’s angular velocity bias calibration)on MATLAB is provided to demonstrate the feasibility and effectiveness of the proposed algorithm.
基金supported by the Key Technologies R&D Program of Henan Province(No.242102211065)Postgraduate Education Reform and Quality Im-provement Project of Henan Province(No.YJS2025GZZ36).
文摘With the widespread adoption of digital equipment in intelligent substations,testing digital signals in power systems has become an important role for relay protection test equipment.Testing and calibrating digital signals require high accuracy.However,existing methods have low precision,cannot be calibrated at full range for all indexes,and have complex configuration,making them unsuitable for routine calibration work.To solve the above problems,a novel calibration method is designed and implemented using field programmable gate array(FPGA)to achieve accurate input and output time control.Accurate calibration relies on multiple forms of traceability including theoretical value traceability based on waveform comparison,time scale value traceability based on accurate time stamps,and algorithm traceability based on typical algorithms.Compared with other existing methods,the proposed approach reduces the mean absolute error of action time and time measurement by 92.88%,effectively addressing a key industry challenge and offering a valuable reference for further research,application,and standardization.
基金supported by National Key R&D grant from the Ministry of Science and Technology of China(Nos.2021YFA1601600,2023YFA1606200)National Science Foundation of China(Nos.12090062,12105008)the Major State Basic Research Development Program of China.
文摘We present the preparation and measurement of the radioactive isotope^(37)Ar,which was produced using thermal neutrons from a reactor,as a calibration source for liquid xenon time projection chambers.^(37)Ar is a low-energy calibration source with a half-life of 35.01 days,making it suitable for calibration in the low-energy region of liquid xenon dark-matter experiments.Radioactive isotope^(37)Ar was produced by irradiating ^(36)Ar with thermal neutrons.It was subsequently measured in a gaseous xenon time projection chamber(GXe TPC)to validate its radioactivity.Our results demonstrate that^(37)Ar is an effective and viable calibration source that offers precise calibration capabilities in the low-energy domain of xenon-based detectors.
文摘Considering the drastic variations in the surface elevation of the piedmont region in the Bai Cheng West Area,there is no reference point within the Reference Ground Line(RG line)of the starting point of the synthetic seismic records in the process of calibration of the horizon.Through the analysis of the process and properties of the production of the RG line,in the processing of seismic data,it is indicated that the position of the synthetic data of seismic records is not located at the beginning of the RG line.Rather,it must be at the time point of the seismic profile at the elevation of a datum position of the static value of less than the datum plane.Both the RG line and the elevation static correction value line can easily be seen by computerizing the calculated value of the elevation static correction of the datum plane relating to the seismic section and plotting it on the seismic section.To achieve a good calibration with the synthetic seismogram,it is possible to set the starting point of the synthetic seismogram on the elevation static correction value line that is situated at the place of the Common Mid-Point(CMP).In the current paper,a systematic overview of methods and safety procedures for establishing the seismic interpretation work area and horizon calibration in seismic interpretation has been reviewed,which will form an effective guide towards seismic interpretation under the complicated surface conditions in the Bai Cheng west region.
基金supported by the National Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.U1530402 and U1930401).
文摘Large-volume presses(LVPs)are widely utilized in diverse research fields—including high-pressure physics,chemistry,materials science,and Earth and planetary sciences—to investigate the physical and chemical properties of materials under extreme high-pressure and hightemperature conditions.A prerequisite for achieving reproducible property measurements is the determination and control of pressure within experimental setups.However,the lack of precise pressure calibration in LVPs hinders the broader application of such devices in ultrahigh-pressure studies.This study employs a suite of standard phase transition-based pressure markers—comprising metallic conductors,semiconductors,and minerals—through both in situ and ex situ identification approaches,to establish pressure calibration curves ranging from 0.4 to>30 GPa for various types of LVP installed at the Center for High Pressure Science and Technology Advanced Research(HPSTAR),Beijing,including piston–cylinder,cubic,and multi-anvil presses.The results provide a unified and traceable pressure reference for highpressure experiments conducted at HPSTAR,while also offering technical guidance and calibration standards for other researchers utilizing similar LVP systems,thereby enabling more consistent comparison between different laboratories.This work facilitates the advancement of LVP research toward broader applications in higher-pressure regimes.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.:81672743 and 81974464).
文摘Defining an ERBB2(HER2/neu)gene amplification status is critical to guiding human epidermal growth factor receptor 2(HER2)-targeted therapy in breast cancer.Up to 40%of breast cancer patients are reported as having an immunohistochemistry(IHC)of HER22+and requiring additional testing using fluorescence in situ hybridization to confirm the results.This paper aims to establish an automatically weighted calibration deep learning(AWCDL)algorithm to predict ERBB2 amplification based on IHC images.In this study,we applied IHC HER22+images from 1,073 breast cancer patients at three cancer centers in China and extracted 376,099 tiles.Among these,269,664 tiles were used for internal and external validation.The designed AWCDL consists of two steps.In Step 1,the internal validation achieved an accuracy of 89%,with a specificity of 0.89 and a sensitivity of 0.89.The external validation in the two other centers showed an average accuracy of 85%,with a specificity of 0.86 and a sensitivity of 0.82.In Step 2,the model achieved higher accuracy for the slides predicted as negative in Step 1 by automatically calibrating the weight.Collectively,these results suggest that this AWCDL model has successfully proved useful as an alternative method to fluorescence in situ hybridization for assessing the ERBB2 amplification status in breast cancer.
文摘High-precision magnetic field measurements are crucial for understanding Earth’s internal structure,space environment,and dynamic geomagnetic variations.Data from the Fluxgate Magnetometer (FGM) on the Macao Science Satellite-1A (MSS-1A),added to data from other space-based magnetometers,should increase significantly the ability of scientists to observe changes in Earth’s magnetic field over time and space.Additionally,the MSS-1A’s FGM is intended to help identify magnetic disturbances affecting the spacecraft itself.This report focuses on the in-flight calibration of the MSS-1 FGM.A scalar calibration,independent of geomagnetic field models,was performed to correct offsets,sensitivities,and misalignment angles of the FGM.Using seven months of data,we find that the in-flight calibration parameters show good stability.We determined Euler angles describing the rotational relationship between the FGM and the Advanced Stellar Compass (ASC) coordinate system using two approaches:calibration with the CHAOS-7 geomagnetic field model,and simultaneous estimation of Euler angles and Gaussian spherical harmonic coefficients through self-consistent modeling.The accuracy of Euler angles describing the rotation was better than 18 arcsec.The calibrated FGM data exhibit good agreement with the calibrated data of the Vector Field Magnetometer (VFM),which is the primary vector magnetometer of the satellite.These calibration efforts have significantly improved the accuracy of the FGM measurements,which are now providing reliable data for geomagnetic field studies that promise to advance our understanding of the Earth’s magnetic environment.
文摘A novel method is developed by utilizing the fractional frequency based multirange rulers to precisely position the passive inter-modulation(PIM)sources within radio frequency(RF)cables.The proposed method employs a set of fractional frequencies to create multiple measuring rulers with different metric ranges to determine the values of the tens,ones,tenths,and hundredths digits of the distance.Among these rulers,the one with the lowest frequency determines the maximum metric range,while the one with the highest frequency decides the highest achievable accuracy of the position system.For all rulers,the metric accuracy is uniquely determined by the phase accuracy of the detected PIM signals.With the all-phase Fourier transform method,the phases of the PIM signals at all fractional frequencies maintain almost the same accuracy,approximately 1°(about 1/360 wavelength in the positioning accuracy)at the signal-to-noise ratio(SNR)of 10 d B.Numerical simulations verify the effectiveness of the proposed method,improving the positioning accuracy of the cable PIM up to a millimeter level with the highest fractional frequency operating at 200 MHz.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42025702,52394251)。
文摘Currently,there is a lack of in-situ or model test results for cone penetration tests(CPTs)conducted in deep,dense sand layers under high overburden stresses,restricting the development of empirical relationships between CPT results and the characteristics of such deep,dense sand layers.This study addresses this gap by proposing an empirical relationship to predict the relative density of dense silica sand based on stress level and cone tip resistance.The relationship was developed through CPTs performed in a calibration chamber using dense sand specimens(with relative densities of 74%-91%)subjected to high stresses(under overburden stresses of 0.5-2.0 MPa)and numerical simulations employing the large deformation finite element method.The Arbitrary Lagrangian Eulerian method was used to regularly regenerate the mesh to prevent soil element distortion around the cone tip.Additionally,the modified Mohr-Coulomb model was integrated to capture the stress-strain behavior of dense silica sand under high stresses.A reasonable agreement was achieved between the numerical and experimental penetration profiles,which verifies the reliability of the numerical model.A sufficient number of parametric analyses were carried out,and then an empirical equation was proposed to establish the relationship between the relative density of dense sand,stress level and cone resistance.The empirical equation provides predictions with acceptable accuracy,as the discrepancies between the predicted and measured relative density values fall within±30%.
基金Support by Sichuan Science and Technology Program[2023YFSY0026,2023YFH0004].
文摘Accurate calibration of surgical instruments and ultrasound probes is essential for achieving high precision in image guided minimally invasive procedures.However,existing methods typically treat the calibration of the needle tip and the ultrasound probe as two independent processes,lacking an integrated calibration mechanism,which often leads to cumulative errors and reduced spatial consistency.To address this challenge,we propose a joint calibration model that unifies the calibration of the surgical needle tip and the ultrasound probe within a single coordinate system.The method formulates the calibration process through a series of mathematical models and coordinate transformation models and employs a gradient descent based optimization to refine the parameters of these models.By establishing and iteratively optimizing a template coordinate system through modeling of constrained spherical motion,the proposed joint calibration model achieves submillimeter accuracy in needle tip localization.Building upon this,an N line based calibration model is developed to determine the spatial relationship between the probe and the ultrasound image plane,resulting in an average pixel deviation of only 1.2373 mm.Experimental results confirm that this unified modeling approach effectively overcomes the limitations of separate calibration schemes,significantly enhancing both precision and robustness,and providing a reliable computational model for surgical navigation systems that require high spatial accuracy without relying on ionizing radiation.
文摘The response and performance of radiation detectors for accurate measurements and effective use for radiological safety in medical, industrial, and nuclear sectors are based on the optimal use, maintenance, repair and calibration of radiation monitoring instruments in a secondary standard dosimetry laboratory. In Nigeria, the suboptimal performances of these instruments are attributed to inadequate maintenance practices, insufficient calibration, and limited awareness of proper equipment handling for optimal use. This study assesses the current practices related to the optimal use, maintenance, repair, and calibration of radiation detection equipment across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. Using a cross-sectional survey approach, data were collected from Ninety (90) radiation monitoring equipment operators, Radiation Safety Officers, and frontline responders to evaluate their knowledge, awareness, and practices concerning equipment usage, operation, storage, handling, and calibration. The findings reveal significant gaps in knowledge of usage (trained is 43.2%, not trained is 56.8%) and inconsistencies in maintenance practices (as indicated by the regression analysis (β = 0.51, p < 0.01), particularly regarding specialized instruments such as the PackEye, Mobile Detection System (MDS), Radionuclide Identifinder (RID), and Personal Radiation Detectors (PRD). While there is high awareness of the need for regular calibration and handling training, the lack of standardized protocols and training alignment poses challenges to the effective use of these instruments. This study underscores the importance of comprehensive training programs, standardized maintenance protocols, and enhanced awareness initiatives to optimize the usage, performance and safety of radiation monitoring instruments in Nigeria.
文摘Radiation detectors, such as survey meters, are essential for ensuring radiation safety in various sectors, including healthcare, industrial processing, emergency response, etc. However, regular calibration and proper maintenance of survey meters are important in order to ascertain their accuracy and reliability. This study provides a comprehensive retrospective assessment of the calibration behaviour, durability, and fault trends of 160 survey meters, spanning ten different models. They were calibrated at the Secondary Standard Dosimetry Laboratory (SSDL) in Nigeria over a decade (2012-2023) using an X-Ray Beam Irradiator Model X80-225K and Cs-137 irradiator (OB6) with a PTW reference spherical chamber traceable to the IAEA SSDL in Seibersdorf, Austria. The calibration stability of each model was evaluated, revealing that models like Instrument A and Instrument B demonstrated high reliability with calibration factors close to the ideal value of 1, while models like Instrument C exhibited higher variability, suggesting less consistent performance for dose rate monitoring. Fault analysis showed that the most common issues were related to the battery compartment, indicating a need for improved handling practices. Correlation analysis reveals no statistically significant correlation between calibration factor and age of survey meter across the analysed models. The study concludes that regular calibration, proper handling, and user training are crucial for maintaining the accuracy and longevity of radiation detectors.
基金supported by the Research on the Reform of Curriculum Assessment Methods for College Mathematics Platform Courses(No.53111104016)。
文摘In various imaging applications such as autonomous vehicles and drones,autofocus lenses are indispensable for capturing clear images.However,conventional camera calibration methods typically rely either on processing multiple images at a fixed focal length or on detecting multi-plane markers in a single image and then applying multi-image calibration models.This paper proposes a flexible and accurate calibration approach that extracts subpixel saddle points from a single image containing three non-coplanar calibration boards.To compute accurate homography matrices for the three boards,outliers are removed by eliminating chessboard points that deviated from the fitted grid lines according to their row and column positions.Initial estimates of the intrinsic parameters and the poses of the three planar chessboards are obtained using the three homography matrices in combination with Zhang’s calibration method.During parameter refinement,a multi-objective optimization function is constructed,incorporating three error terms:(1)Reprojection error of the inlier grid points;(2)Mechanism-driven error derived from the relationship between homography matrices and camera parameters;(3)Cross-planar linearity constraint error,which preserves the pre-imaging collinearity of any five points across different planes after projection.For weight selection in the optimization process,confidence intervals of the detected grid points are analyzed by horizontally rotating the reprojection lines to reduce bias introduced by line slope.The optimal weights are determined by minimizing the number of points whose confidence intervals does not intersect the reprojected lines.When multiple candidates yield similar reprojection performance,the parameter set with the smallest reprojection error is selected as the final result.This method efficiently estimates both intrinsic and extrinsic camera parameters.Simulations and real-world experiments validate the high precision and effectiveness of the proposed approach.Our technique is straightforward,practical,and holds significant theoretical and practical value for rapid and reliable camera calibration.
基金the Knowledge Innovation Program of Basic Re-search Projects of Shenzhen for their support under Grant No.JCYJ20200109142805928the funding provided by the Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation of Guangdong Provinæunder Grant No.2021A1515220113partially supported by the Guangzhou Municipal Science and Technology Project under Grant 202102010421.
文摘In clinical environments,the prolonged utilization of polarization equipment can result in theaccumulation of errors over extended periods.The absence of expeditious calibration techniques in clinical practice presents a significant obstacle in preserving the precision and dependability of these instruments.To address this challenge,we propose an innovative research study that presents a comprebersive calibration system specifically designed for the calibration of the backscattering Muellet matrix measurement system,enabling swift online calibration acroes various scenarios.This system employs an external calibration framework for rmal-time adjust-ment of the polarizer's initial angle,oversecing the rotation of PSG and PSA motors through position measurement and control procedures,with light intensity monitored by a camera.By incorporating moment um concepts and the Adam optimization algorithm,we enhance conver-gence speed,mitigate noise,and improve calibration accuracy.Experimental results showcase the exceptional precision,speed,and robustness of oрroposed method,achieving high acсuracy and minimal error,thereby offering a promising solution for maintaining the reliabilit y of polarization equipment in clinical settings.
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.
文摘To enhance direction of arrival(DOA)estimation accuracy,this paper proposes a low-cost method for calibrating farfield steering vectors of large aperture millimeter wave radar(mmWR).To this end,we first derive the steering vectors with amplitude and phase errors,assuming that mmWR works in the time-sharing mode.Then,approximate relationship between the near-field calibration steering vector and the far-field calibration steering vector is analyzed,which is used to accomplish the mapping between the two of them.Finally,simulation results verify that the proposed method can effectively improve the angle measurement accuracy of mmWR with existing amplitude and phase errors.
