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Year 2020
  • Improved model of isothermal and incompressible fluid flow in pipelines versus the Darcy–Weisbach equation and the issue of friction factor

    In this article, we consider the modelling of stationary incompressible and isothermal one-dimensional fluid flow through a long pipeline. The approximation of the average pressure in the developed model by the arithmetic mean of inlet and outlet pressures leads to the known empirical Darcy–Weisbach equation. Most importantly, we also present another improved approach that is more accurate because the average pressure is estimated...

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  • Interpretation and modeling of emotions in the management of autonomous robots using a control paradigm based on a scheduling variable

    The paper presents a technical introduction to psychological theories of emotions. It highlights a usable ideaimplemented in a number of recently developed computational systems of emotions, and the hypothesis thatemotion can play the role of a scheduling variable in controlling autonomous robots. In the main part ofthis study, we outline our own computational system of emotion – xEmotion – designed as a key structuralelement in...

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  • Magnetic switching of Kerker scattering in spherical microresonators
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    • G. P. Zouros
    • G. D. Kolezas
    • E. Almpanis
    • K. Baskourelos
    • T. Stefański
    • K. L. Tsakmakidis

    - Nanophotonics - Year 2020

    Magneto-optical materials have become a key tool in functional nanophotonics, mainly due to their ability to offer active tuning between two different operational states in subwavelength structures. In the long-wavelength limit, such states may be considered as the directional forward- and back-scattering operations, due to the interplay between magnetic and electric dipolar modes, which act as equivalent Huygens sources. In this...

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  • Modele rurociągowych procesów przepływowych

    W rozdziale analizowane jest zagadnienie modelowania oraz parametryzacji procesu przepływu w rurociągach przemysłowych. W pierwszej kolejności przedstawia się bazowy model dyskretny, do którego odnoszone są pozostałe syntezowane rozwiązania. Następnie proponuje się metodę aproksymacji diagonalnej (AMDA), w której stosuje się przybliżenia trójdiagonalnych podmacierzy macierzy rekombinacji za pomocą ich diagonalnych odpowiedników...

  • Multimodal Genetic Algorithm with Phase Analysis to Solve Complex Equations of Electromagnetic Analysis
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    - Year 2020

    In this contribution, a new genetic-algorithm-based method of finding roots and poles of a complex function of a complex variable is presented. The algorithm employs the phase analysis of the function to explore the complex plane with the use of the genetic algorithm. Hence, the candidate regions of root and pole occurrences are selected and verified with the use of discrete Cauchy's argument principle. The algorithm is evaluated...

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  • Multimodal Particle Swarm Optimization with Phase Analysis to Solve Complex Equations of Electromagnetic Analysis
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    - Year 2020

    In this paper, a new meta-heuristic method of finding roots and poles of a complex function of a complex variable is presented. The algorithm combines an efficient space exploration provided by the particle swarm optimization (PSO) and the classification of root and pole occurrences based on the phase analysis of the complex function. The method initially generates two uniformly distributed populations of particles on the complex...

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  • Nonreciprocal cavities and the time-bandwidth limit: comment
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    - Optica - Year 2020

    In their paper in Optica 6, 104 (2019), Mann et al. claim that linear, time-invariant nonreciprocal structures cannot overcome the time-bandwidth limit and do not exhibit an advantage over their reciprocal counterparts, specifically with regard to their time-bandwidth performance. In this Comment, we argue that these conclusions are unfounded. On the basis of both rigorous full-wave simulations and insightful physical justifications,...

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  • On Applications of Elements Modelled by Fractional Derivatives in Circuit Theory
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    - ENERGIES - Year 2020

    In this paper, concepts of fractional-order (FO) derivatives are reviewed and discussed with regard to element models applied in the circuit theory. The properties of FO derivatives required for the circuit-level modeling are formulated. Potential problems related to the generalization of transmission-line equations with the use of FO derivatives are presented. It is demonstrated that some formulations of FO derivatives have limited...

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  • On Applications of Fractional Derivatives in Circuit Theory
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    - Year 2020

    In this paper, concepts of fractional-order (FO) derivatives are discussed from the point of view of applications in the circuit theory. The properties of FO derivatives required for the circuit-level modelling are formulated. Potential problems related to the generalization of transmission line equations with the use of FO derivatives are presented. It is demonstrated that some of formulations of the FO derivatives have limited...

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  • On Applications of Fractional Derivatives in Electromagnetic Theory
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    - Year 2020

    In this paper, concepts of fractional-order (FO) derivatives are analysed from the point of view of applications in the electromagnetic theory. The mathematical problems related to the FO generalization of Maxwell's equations are investigated. The most popular formulations of the fractional derivatives, i.e., Riemann-Liouville, Caputo, Grünwald-Letnikov and Marchaud definitions, are considered. Properties of these derivatives are...

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  • Open-Source Coprocessor for Integer Multiple Precision Arithmetic
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    - Electronics - Year 2020

    This paper presents an open-source digital circuit of the coprocessor for an integer multiple-precision arithmetic (MPA). The purpose of this coprocessor is to support a central processing unit (CPU) by offloading computations requiring integer precision higher than 32/64 bits. The coprocessor is developed using the very high speed integrated circuit hardware description language (VHDL) as an intellectual property (IP) core. Therefore,...

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  • Performance Analysis of Convolutional Neural Networks on Embedded Systems
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    - Year 2020

    Machine learning is no longer confined to cloud and high-end server systems and has been successfully deployed on devices that are part of Internet of Things. This paper presents the analysis of performance of convolutional neural networks deployed on an ARM microcontroller. Inference time is measured for different core frequencies, with and without DSP instructions and disabled access to cache. Networks use both real-valued and...

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  • Rozpoznawanie urządzeń i wykrywanie nieautoryzowanego poboru energii elektrycznej na podstawie pomiaru napięcia

    W pracy rozpatrywany jest problem wykrywania nieautoryzowanego poboru energii z sieci elektrycznej przez identyfikację podłączonych urządzeń. Estymacja stanu sieci, rozumianej jako zbiór podpiętych układów, wraz z ustaloną listą urządzeń dopuszczonych, pozwala określić, czy w danej chwili ma miejsce pobór nieautoryzowany. W celu wykrywania urządzeń, proponuje się wykorzystać prostą metodę opartą na analizie wysokoczęstotliwościowego...

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  • Signal propagation in electromagnetic media described by fractional-order models

    In this paper, signal propagation is analysed in electromagnetic media described by fractional-order (FO) models (FOMs). Maxwell’s equations with FO constitutive relations are introduced in the time domain. Then, their phasor representation is derived for one-dimensional case of the plane wave propagation. With the use of the Fourier transformation, the algorithm for simulation of the non-monochromatic wave propagation is introduced....

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  • Simulation of Signal Propagation Along Fractional-Order Transmission Lines
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    - Year 2020

    In this paper, the simulation method of signal propagation along fractional-order (FO) transmission lines is presented. Initially, fractional calculus and the model of FO transmission line are introduced. Then, the algorithm allowing for simulation of the nonmonochromatic wave propagation along FO transmission lines is presented. It employs computations in the frequency domain, i.e., an analytical excitation is transformed to the...

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  • Simulation of Wave Propagation in Media Described by Fractional-Order Models
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    - Year 2020

    In this paper, algorithms for simulation of the wave propagation in electromagnetic media described by fractional-order (FO) models (FOMs) are presented. Initially, fractional calculus and FO Maxwell's equations are introduced. The problem of the wave propagation is formulated for media described by FOMs. Then, algorithms for simulation of the non-monochromatic wave propagation are presented which employ computations in the time...

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  • Stability analysis of interconnected discrete-time fractional-order LTI state-space systems
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    In this paper, a stability analysis of interconnected discrete-time fractional-order (FO) linear time-invariant (LTI) state-space systems is presented. A new system is formed by interconnecting given FO systems using cascade, feedback, parallel interconnections. The stability requirement for such a system is that all zeros of a non-polynomial characteristic equation must be within the unit circle on the complex z-plane. The obtained...

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  • Testing Stability of Digital Filters Using Multimodal Particle Swarm Optimization with Phase Analysis
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    - Year 2020

    In this paper, a novel meta-heuristic method for evaluation of digital filter stability is presented. The proposed method is very general because it allows one to evaluate stability of systems whose characteristic equations are not based on polynomials. The method combines an efficient evolutionary algorithm represented by the particle swarm optimization and the phase analysis of a complex function in the characteristic equation....

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  • Toolchain Modeling: Comprehensive Engineering Plans for Industry 4.0
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    - Year 2020

    The fourth industrial revolution (Industry 4.0) elevates the complexity and autonomy of industrial systems and engineering environments to levels not seen before. The novel challenges involve not only the software running on the partaking autonomous devices, but also architectural considerations and the technological infrastructure around the entire engineering process. In this paper, complementing the trends in industrial systems...

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Year 2018
  • A New Approach to Stability Evaluation of Digital Filters
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    - Year 2018

    In this paper, a new numerical method of evaluating digital filter stability is presented. This approach is based on novel root-finding algorithms at the complex plane using the Delaunay triangulation and Cauchy's Argument Principle. The presented algorithm locates unstable zeros of the characteristic equation with their multiplicities. The proposed method is generic and can be applied to a vast range of systems. Verification of...

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  • An Intelligent Decision-Making System for Autonomous Units Based on the Mind Model
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    This article presents a specific part of current trends in autonomous robotics. It pays special attention to the basic aspects of cognitive architecture. After a brief introduction, we shortly describe the Intelligent System of Decision-making developed at the Gdansk University of Technology.

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  • Analytical Steady-State Model of the Pipeline Flow Process
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    The paper addresses the issue of modeling the flow process in transmission pipelines. A base model used for numerical simulation is introduced. Under certain assumptions concerning steady state analysis, the differential equations describing the process are solved analytically for two cases: zero and nonzero inclination angle α. These equations describe a constant flow rate and a corresponding distribution of the pressure along...

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  • Approximate Criteria for the Evaluation of Truly Multi-Dimensional Optimization Problems
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    In this paper we propose new improved approximate quality criteria useful in assessing the efficiency of evolutionary multi-objective optimization (EMO). In the performed comparative study we take into account the various EMO algorithms of the state-of-the-art, in order to objectively assess the EMO performance in highly dimensional spaces. It is well known that useful executive criteria, such as those based on the true Pareto...

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  • Approximate Quality Criteria for Difficult Multi-Objective Optimization Problems
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    This paper introduces approximate analytic quality criteria useful in assessing the efficiency of evolutionary multi-objective optimization (EMO) procedures. We present a summary of extensive research into computing. In the performed comparative study we take into account the various approaches of the state-of-the-art, in order to objectively assess the EMO performance in highly dimensional spaces; where some executive criteria,...

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  • Approximate Quality Criteria for Difficult Multi-Objective Optimization Problems
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    This paper introduces approximate analytic quality criteria useful in assessing the efficiency of evolutionary multi-objective optimization (EMO) procedures. We present a summary of extensive research into computing. In the performed comparative study we take into account the various approaches of the state-of-the-art, in order to objectively assess the EMO performance in highly dimensional spaces; where some executive criteria,...

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  • Constructing autonomous agents using the cognitive-emotional architecture of the mind
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    The article discusses an important issue regarding the humanoid aspects of modern science related to the autonomy of systems and robotization. Particular attention is paid to the basic aspects of cognitive architecture. After a short introduction, the Intelligent Decision Making System, developed at the ETI Faculty of the Gdańsk University of Technology, is described.

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  • Embodying Intelligence in Autonomous and Robotic Systems with the Use of Cognitive Psychology and Motivation Theories
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    The article discusses, on a certain level of abstraction and generalization, a coherent anthropological approach to the issue of controlling autonomous robots or agents. A contemporary idea can be based on appropriate modeling of the human mind using the available psychological knowledge. One of the main reasons for developing such projects is the lack of available and effective top-down approaches resulting from the known research...

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  • Estimation of a Stochastic Burgers' Equation Using an Ensemble Kalman Filter
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    In this work, we consider a difficult problem of state estimation of nonlinear stochastic partial differential equations (SPDE) based on uncertain measurements. The presented solution uses the method of lines (MoL), which allows us to discretize a stochastic partial differential equation in a spatial dimension and represent it as a system of coupled continuous-time ordinary stochastic differential equations (SDE). For such a system...

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  • Gender approaches to evolutionary multi-objective optimization using pre-selection of criteria

    A novel idea to perform evolutionary computations (ECs) for solving highly dimensional multi-objective optimization (MOO) problems is proposed. Following the general idea of evolution, it is proposed that information about gender is used to distinguish between various groups of objectives and identify the (aggregate) nature of optimality of individuals (solutions). This identification is drawn out of the fitness of individuals...

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  • Identification of Continuous Systems - Practical Issues of Insensitivity to Perturbations

    In this paper the issue of continuous systems estimation, insensitive to certain perturbations, is discussed. Such an approach has rational advantages, especially when robust schemes are used to assist a target system responsible for industrial diagnostics. This requires that estimated model parameters are generated on-line, and their values are reliable and to a great extent accurate. Practical hints are suggested to challenge...

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