11 research outputs found
A New Code Family for QS-CDMA Visible Light Communication Systems, Journal of Telecommunications and Information Technology, 2018, nr 3
No full textVisible light communication (VLC) is a promising technology for wireless communication networks. Optical code division multiple access (OCDMA) is a strong candidate for VLC-based applications. The predominant source of bit error in OCDMA is the multiple access interference (MAI). To eliminate MAI in synchronous OCDMA, zero cross correlation (ZCC) codes have been proposed. However, synchronization problems and multipath propagation introduce relative non-zero time delays. Therefore, the zero correlation zone (ZCZ) concept was introduced. In this paper, we propose a new method for generating ZCC codes. The proposed construction can accommodate any number of users with flexible Hamming weight. The numerical results obtained show that the proposed codes significantly reduce MAI, compared to ZCC, as well as ZCZ codes
Suitable Spreading Sequences for Asynchronous MC-CDMA Systems, Journal of Telecommunications and Information Technology, 2018, nr 3
No full textIn order to meet the demand of high data rate transmission with good quality maintained, the multi-carrier code division multiple access (MC-CDMA) technology is considered for the next generation wireless communication systems. However, their high crest factor (CF) is one of the major drawbacks of multi-carrier transmission systems. Thus, CF reduction is one of the most important research areas in MC-CDMA systems. In addition, asynchronous MC-CDMA suffers from the effect of multiple access interference (MAI), caused by all users active in the system. Degradation of the system’s bit error rate (BER) caused by MAI must be taken into consideration as well. The aim of this paper is to provide a comparative study on the enhancement of performance of an MC-CDMA system. The spreading sequences used in CDMA play an important role in CF and interference reduction. Hence, spreading sequences should be selected to simultaneously ensure low CF and low BER values. Therefore, the effect that correlation properties of sequences exert on CF values is investigated in this study. Furthermore, a numerical BER evaluation, as a function of the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the number of users, is provided. The results obtained indicate that a trade-off between the two criteria is necessary to ensure good performance. It was concluded that zero correlation zone (ZCZ) sequences are the most suitable spreading sequences as far as the satisfaction of the above criteria is concerned
Suitable Spreading Sequences for Asynchronous MC-CDMA Systems
No full textIn order to meet the demand of high data rate transmission with good quality maintained, the multi-carrier code division multiple access (MC-CDMA) technology is considered for the next generation wireless communication systems. However, their high crest factor (CF) is one of the major drawbacks of multi-carrier transmission systems. Thus, CF reduction is one of the most important research areas in MC-CDMA systems. In addition, asynchronous MC-CDMA suffers from the effect of multiple access interference (MAI), caused by all users active in the system. Degradation of the system’s bit error rate (BER) caused by MAI must be taken into consideration as well. The aim of this paper is to provide a comparative study on the enhancement of performance of an MC-CDMA system. The spreading sequences used in CDMA play an important role in CF and interference reduction. Hence, spreading sequences should be selected to simultaneously ensure low CF and low BER values. Therefore, the effect that correlation properties of sequences exert on CF values is investigated in this study. Furthermore, a numerical BER evaluation, as a function of the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the number of users, is provided. The results obtained indicate that a trade-off between the two criteria is necessary to ensure good performance. It was concluded that zero correlation zone (ZCZ) sequences are the most suitable spreading sequences as far as the satisfaction of the above criteria is concerned
A New Code Family for QS-CDMA Visible Light Communication Systems
No full textVisible light communication (VLC) is a promising technology for wireless communication networks. Optical code division multiple access (OCDMA) is a strong candidate for VLC-based applications. The predominant source of bit error in OCDMA is the multiple access interference (MAI). To eliminate MAI in synchronous OCDMA, zero cross correlation (ZCC) codes have been proposed. However, synchronization problems and multipath propagation introduce relative non-zero time delays. Therefore, the zero correlation zone (ZCZ) concept was introduced. In this paper, we propose a new method for generating ZCC codes. The proposed construction can accommodate any number of users with flexible Hamming weight. The numerical results obtained show that the proposed codes significantly reduce MAI, compared to ZCC, as well as ZCZ codes
Exact Analysis of MIMO Channel Estimation Based on Superimposed Training
No full textIn this paper, channel estimation capabilities of a multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) system using superimposed training sequences are investigated. A new expression for estimation-error variance is derived. It is shown that the training sequences must be balanced and must have specific correlation properties. The latter are required only in a specific zone. Sequences that satisfy these criteria exist and are referred to as zero-correlation zone (ZCZ) solutions. Consequently, by using balanced ZCZ sequences, harmful direct current (DC) offset can be removed. Owing to their zero-cross correlation, interference from other transmitting antennas may be eliminated. Furthermore, a closed-form expression of the estimation-error variance can be obtained due to their impulse-like autocorrelation. To increase the number of antennas in the MIMO system, a new construction of ZCZ sequence set is proposed, in which all sequences are balanced
The Effect of Stress Changes on Wave Velocity: Application of Stress Measurement in a Concrete Medium
No full textThe Dutch infrastructure counts many bridges, the majority of which are built in concrete. These bridges have been designed and constructed according to safety codes. A lot of these bridges date from the previous century and have been designed conform outdated safety codes. Therefore, the main problemof these bridges is the uncertainty with regard to their structural health as well as their performance under the current loading conditions.The application of ‘smart aggregates’ could potentially solve these issues. Smart aggregates refer to a network of sensors that emit and receive wave signals inside the concrete structure. These sensor are embedded within the concrete and can be implemented in both new and existing structures. Thechanges in the medium with regard to the stresses are reflected by the phase changes of the wave signal measured by the smart aggregates. This information allows for the monitoring of the conditions of the bridge during its lifespan. The magnitude of the stress in certain parts of the structure could then indicate the need for maintenance at an early stage, thus preventing unnecessary maintenance while preserving the safety of the bridge. This method, however, requires a thorough understanding of the wave propagation inside a concrete medium subjected to a stress state. This thesis investigates how the relative wave-velocity change of a concrete-like medium is influenced by the stresses to which it is subjected. Throughout the report this relation is referred to as the acoustoelastic effect. The first part of the thesis is centered around the theoretical formulation of the acoustoelastic effect. During this study, the models of Murnaghan and Biot have been studied. Subsequently, their differences with respect to the fundamental assumptions have been indicated. Here, it has been found that the main difference between the two models is demonstrated by the way they regard the second-order deformation terms. Murnaghan assumed that these terms are significant and has included them in the constitutive relation. From the latter, Hughes and Kelly have derived expression for wave velocities of a stressed medium, which have been verified with experimental results. On the other hand, Biot adopted the theory of infinitesimal deformations which omits the second-order deformation terms. In addition he based his theory around the wave propagation of a bending rod and extended this model to a three-dimensional medium subjected to initial stresses. This generalisation of an approximated model has led to analytical expressions for the wave velocity of a stressed solid which are contradicted by experiments. From this comparison, it has been concluded that Murnaghan’s model results in the most accurate representation of the acoustoelastic effect.The second part of the thesis focuses on the verification of the theoretical acoustoelastic effect through experimental research. For the purpose of verifying the acoustoelastic effect as well as determining the third-order elastic coefficients of a concrete-like medium, four specimens have been tested.In order to investigate the influence of the inhomogeneity of the material on the changes in the wave velocity, two different material compositions have been investigated. The first type consists of a homogeneous cement paste, whereas the second type represents heterogeneous concrete includingaggregates. During the experiment, the different waveforms have been repeatedly emitted through a specimen subjected to an uniaxial compression. The relative wave-velocity change has then been obtained by post-processing the acquired data, which has been compared with Murnaghan’s model.The conclusion of this research is that Murnaghan’s theory can be used to accurately predict the relative wave-velocity changes of the cement-paste specimens, and in particular the relative P-wave velocity changes. The results have shown that the radial recordings yield inconsistencies which can be attributed to the small dimensions of the specimens. Furthermore, the influence of the inhomogeneity of the material on the relative wave-velocity changes manifests itself through a discrepancy in the acoustoelasticity.Here, it is found that the ratio between the aggregate size, the specimen dimensions and the wavelength of the signal determines the sensitivity to the acoustoelastic effect. Therefore, before the data from the smart aggregates embedded in a real structure can be interpreted, the experiments need to be improved and expanded. It is important to investigate the acoustoelasticity of waves with non-orthogonal propagation and particle-oscillation direction, while applying various stress states to the medium. This is because the smart aggregates are arranged in a network, where the signals are emitted signals are propagating through the structure via arbitrary paths between various transducers.Civil Engineering | Structural Engineering | Concrete Structure
A Binary-based MapReduce Analysis for Cloud Logs
No full textAbstractEfficiently managing and analyzing cloud logs is a difficult and expensive task due the growth in size and variety of formats. In this paper, we propose a binary-based approach for frequency mining correlated attacks in log data. This approach is conceived to work using the MapReduce programming model. Initial experimental results are presented and they serve as the subject of a data mining algorithm to help us predict the likelihood of correlated attacks taking place
