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Real-Time Scheduling Method For Dynamic Flexible Job Shop Scheduling, Quan Jiang, Jingxuan Wei

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: A multi-objective dynamic flexible job shop scheduling problem model with machine breakdown and random jobs arrival is constructed to address the interference of dynamic events in manufacturing processing on the scheduling scheme, and a real-time scheduling method with multiobjective proximal policy optimization (MPPO) algorithm is proposed. The MPPO algorithm trains two agents, routing agent (RA) and sequencing agent (SA), for real-time scheduling and real-time processing of dynamic events. It employs a linear combination of weight vectors and reward vectors as reward signals and stores the agents' parameters for each weight vector to optimize multiple objectives. The required state information, …

Simulation System For Carrier-Based Aircraft Ammunition Support Scheduling, Zhe Liu, Jiafeng Chen, Junfei Ma, Songhua Ma

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: For inefficient scheduling of carrier-based aircraft ammunition support on the flight deck of aircraft carriers, a Unity3D-based 3D virtual demonstration method for carrier-based aircraft ammunition scheduling is proposed, and a 3D virtual simulation system for carrier-based aircraft ammunition scheduling on the flight deck of aircraft carriers is constructed. A problem model targeted at carrierbased aircraft ammunition transportation and loading scheduling process as well as processing rules for path determination, sequence constraint, and loading position compensation are established based on the defining system. An optimal solution for the scheduling process is realized by using the improved discrete grey wolf optimizer …

Simulation Optimization Of Airport Baggage Import System Based On Multi-Objective Wolf Pack Algorithm, Yifei Tao, Xiaopeng Ding, Junbin Luo, Xiao Fu, Jiaxing Wu, Yirong Li

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Aiming at the problems of long waiting time for passenger baggage import and high system energy consumption during the operation of the baggage import system in civil aviation airports, a simulation optimization framework for solving this problem is proposed by comprehensively considering the influence of key control parameters on the operation efficiency of the baggage import system in airports, including the virtual window control mode, the operation speed of the collection belt conveyor, the length of the virtual window and the number of check-in counters opened at the same time. By analyzing the actual operating conditions of the airport …

Task Analysis Methods Based On Deep Reinforcement Learning, Xue Gong, Pengfei Peng, Li Rong, Yalian Zheng, Jun Jiang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In response to the high coupling of task interaction and many influencing factors in task analysis, a task analysis method based on sequence decoupling and deep reinforcement learning (DRL) is proposed, which can achieve task decomposition and task sequence reconstruction under complex constraints. The method designs an environment for deep reinforcement learning based on task information interaction, while improving the SumTree algorithm based on the difference between the loss functions of the target network and the evaluation network, achieving the priority evaluation among tasks. The activation function operation mechanism is introduced into the deep reinforcement learning network, followed by …

Modeling And Verification Of Cooperative Vehicle Infrastructure System At Unsignalized Intersection Based On Time Automata, Wei Liu, Qirui Xiao, Xinhai Chen, Chang Rao, Yu Zhang, Bosi Wang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Cooperative vehicle infrastructure system (CVIS) is one of the advanced solutions to enhance intersection vehicle passage safety. Due to the lack of clear specifications and standards regarding the dynamic timing and transition processes of system object state interaction in existing CVIS technologies, ensuring the safety of passage control logic is challenging. This study utilizes formal language to describe the functional logic of CVIS in unsignalized intersections, verifying the safety of system object state interaction and control logic to improve vehicle passage safety at unsignalized intersections. Simulations are conducted for scenarios including single-vehicle non-conflict, dual-vehicle conflict, and multi-vehicle conflict to …

Digital Application Of Equipment System Test And Evaluation Based On Digital Twin And Parallel Experiment Theory, Hongjie Dang, Wenguang Yu, Huahui Yang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: With the development of equipment systematization, traditional test with real equipment can not meet the requirements of Test and Evaluation(T&E), especially for complex equipment. As the main digital methods in current, digital twins and parallel experiments can support the digital application in the field of equipment Test and Evaluation. This paper makes a comparative analysis of the two digital technology means, extracts their technical connotation and characteristics, and then integrates them to explore the application mode, application time and application occasions in the field of equipment T&E. Taking the satellite for example, by constructing the digital architecture of equipment …

Interaction Between Virus Transmission Variation And Population Crossover Activity And Diffusion Model, Lei Yu, Xichou Zhu, Huaming Liao, Jiafeng Guo, Xueqi Cheng

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In view of the current high incidence of human-to-human infectious viruses, a multi-agent simulation and deduction model was proposed and designed based on the random characteristics of virus transmission variation and the influence of population crossover activity. The external pathogenicity and infectious characteristics of the virus and the external activities and immune characteristics of the human were quantified, and the interdependence and confrontation process between the virus and the human were modeled. The development trends and statistical characteristics of a large number of viruses and humans were deduced through the model. The experimental analysis reveals that the randomness of …

Vysion Software, Isaias Hernandez-Dominguez Jr, Chander Luderman Miller

2024 Symposium

Vision loss presents significant challenges in daily life. Existing solutions for blind and visually impaired individuals are often limited in functionality, expensive, or complex to use. Vysion Software addresses this gap by developing a user-friendly, all-in-one AI companion app that provides features including text summarization, real-time audio descriptions, and AI-enhanced navigation. This project details the development plan, initial functionalities, and future vision for Vysion Software.

Microservices Architecture: Evolution, Realizing Benefits, And Addressing Challenges In The Modern Software Era -A Systematic Literature Review, Linah M. Elnaghi, Ramadan Moawad

Future Computing and Informatics Journal

This paper explores the world of modern software development and the rising popularity of microservices architecture. Microservices, a modern approach, brings benefits like scalability, Reusability, and fault tolerance. challenging traditional monolithic approaches.This survey involves a detailed comparison, unraveling the motivations behind the wide usage of microservices. This paper extracts insights from a diverse range of studies, presenting a clear and accessible synthesis of the key benefits and challenges associated with microservices architecture. Through a methodical analysis of these factors, the study aims to discern the most pivotal advantages and challenges within the domain of microservices. Steering away from complicated terminology, …

Development Of A Rule-Based Monitoring System For Autonomous Heavy Equipment Safety, Amirpooya Shirazi

Department of Construction Engineering and Management: Dissertations, Theses, and Student Research

Roadway construction work zones are constantly exposed to interactions among construction equipment, workers, and vehicles. Furthermore, ensuring safety in these areas is considered a challenging task due to the complexity of the environment. As shown in the rising trend of fatal accidents in roadway work zones, current OSHA regulations in construction safety are insufficient in effectively detecting unsafe situations and mitigating the risks. Furthermore, best practices, such as internal traffic control planning (ITCP), exhibit critical limitations requiring continuous monitoring of active work zones as well as adjustments to the site coordination plans due to the dynamic nature of work zone …

Safe And Efficient Operation Of Mobile Robots In Indoor Environments: A User-Centric Shared Control System With High-Level Navigation Capabilities, Ahmet Saglam

Electrical & Computer Engineering Theses & Dissertations

Hospitalization and isolation can be a traumatic experience for immunocompromised children, especially because they are separated from their families and friends. Social robots have been proposed as a way to improve the quality of care for children hospitalized in isolation by providing alternative means of social interaction and support. Remote control of such robots in a hospital setting, particularly where safety is a major concern, can be a daunting task for young patients.

This dissertation introduces a multilevel shared control system for mobile robots, specifically companion robots in hospital-like indoor spaces. The system integrates user inputs with algorithmic semi-autonomous control …

Research On Operational Protection Area Of Ils Glide Slope, Qingdong Li, Jiaquan Ye, Jian Xu

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: The scientific protection for the operational protection area of the instrument landing system glide slope is of great significance to ensure the quality of civil aviation navigation space signals, the safety of aircraft approach operations, and the efficiency of airport operations. Combined with the concept evolution of the glide slope operational protection area, a comparative analysis of the delineation of the glide slope operational protection area required by the national civil aviation standards, industry standards, and Annex 10 Volume I of the Convention on International Civil Aviation is carried out. Taking the extra-large aircraft (A380-800) as an example, the …

Thinking Of Aerospace Equipment Systematization Simulation Technology Development, Weimin Bao, Zhenqiang Qi

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: The aerospace field is flourishing in the new era. Aerospace equipment presents new characteristics such as systematization, new quality, high efficiency and intelligence. Simulation technology plays a more important role in the digital aerospace era as a means of enhancing efficiency and empowerment covering all stages of the entire lifecycle, including project demonstration, research and development, testing, manufacturing, training, and maintenance. The conception of aerospace equipment systematization simulation technology is introduced, the current development status and practices at home and abroad are elaborated, and the future development trends and challenges of aerospace equipment systematization simulation technology are evaluated. Focusing …

Air Defense Missile Weapon Target Assignment Based On Multi-Objective Evolutionary Algorithm, Xin Sun, Lining Xing, Rui Wang, Ling Wang, Jianmai Shi, Tianyu Luo

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: An effective weapon target assignment method can reduce the combat losses and improve the defense effect. A reasonable mathematical model is established for the allocation of air defense resources, aiming at the optimization objectives of maximizing target destruction effectiveness and minimizing radar resource consumption, considering multiple constraints such as the upper limit of radar channels, on the basis of multiobjective evolutionary algorithm based on decomposition (MOEA/D), the probability of crossover and mutation is adaptively adjusted to improve the quality of individuals in the process of population evolution, and a set of optimal solution sets for decision makers is obtained. …

Arterial Coordination Optimization Method Based On Vehicle Speed Guidance And Inductive Control, Mingjun Deng, Xinxia Hu, Xiang Li, Liping Xu

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Arterial signal coordination is usually based on fixed belt speeds and time-of-day statistical flows. Actually, vehicle speeds and traffic flows are fluctuating, which causes to the mismatch between the signal scheme and the actual optimal belt speeds and traffic flow demands, and affects the intersection's traffic efficiency. Based on the vehicle infrastructure cooperation, by applying Maxband model and the maximum green wave bandwidth, the minimum number of arterial vehicle delays, arterial stops and the minor direction delays being the optimization objectives, a multi-objective optimization model for arterial signal coordination is established. Through using an improved multi-objective particle swarm algorithm …

Simulation Of Rice Disease Recognition Based On Improved Attention Mechanism Embedded In Pr-Net Model, Yang Lu, Pengfei Liu, Siyuan Xu, Qiwang Liu, Fuqian Gu, Peng Wang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Aiming at the low accuracy of existing CNN models in identifying rice leaf diseases, a hybrid convolutional neural network model PRC-Net (parallel residual with coordinate attention network) combining parallel structure and residual structure is proposed. A parallel structure is introduced to improve the receptive field of convolution, and the residual structure is combined to achieve the complete and continuous transmission of feature information. An improved spatial attention mechanism is embedded into the backbone model PR-Net to enhance the degree of aggregation of lesion feature information at different scales. In order to further improve the accuracy of disease identification and …

Unsupervised Complex Condition Recognition Based On Stochastic Neighborhood Embedding, Lin Huang, Shanjun Liu, Wei Wang, Li Gong

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Modern industrial production equipment usually has a complex structure and runs alternately in different working conditions. Accurate working conditions identification based on monitoring data is the basis of health monitoring of the system, but the monitoring data of the system usually has a high dimension and a large data volume. To identify the complex equipment operating conditions, an unsupervised operating condition identification method based on stochastic neighborhood embedding is proposed. The stochastic neighborhood embedding algorithm can simultaneously preserve the local and global structural characteristics of the data, and also calculate the probability similarity of data points in high-dimensional and …

Hybrid Flow Shop Scheduling With Limited Buffers Considering Energy Consumption And Transportation, Tingxin Wen, Tingyu Guan

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Aiming at the untimely production scheduling and excessive energy consumption during processing, a limited buffer hybrid flow shop scheduling optimization model is constructed. To minimize the makespan and total energy consumption of the workshop, the transport time, generalized energy consumption and buffer capacity being the constraints, and the on/off energy saving strategy applied to reduce the standby energy consumption, the feasibility of the optimization model are verified. A lion swarm optimization algorithm is designed, in which a population initialization method combining random generation and greedy selection is used to improve the initial solution quality and solution efficiency, the lion …

Application Of Driving Simulation Technology In Calibration Of Traffic Simulation Parameters, Shikun Liu, Yi Tang, Yonghong Liu

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: To address the insufficient accuracy in traffic simulation modeling due to the lack of in-depth consideration of complex driving behaviors, a calibration method for traffic simulation parameters based on driving simulation technology is proposed. The reconstruction and expansion project of Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport Expressway is selected as the case. Using VISSIM simulation software, a comprehensive traffic simulation model of the entire route is constructed, and UC-winRoad software is employed to create the highly realistic driving simulation scenarios. Driving simulation experiments are conducted to extract the typical driving behavior characteristics in complex scenarios. Calibration functions for simulation parameters are …

Optimal Trajectory Of Full-Duplex Uav Relaying Over Hybrid Probability Channels, Tao Wang, Ji Xiaodong

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: A fixed-wing UAV being the full-duplex moving relay, and a hybrid probability channel being the source to send data to the destination, through the flight optimal trajectory design. On the basis of ensuring the total data amount of source-destination communication, the energy consumption of the system is minimized. Two optimization problems of runway shape and mixed trajectory are established, which are non-convex and are difficult to get the closed-form solution. The hybrid probability channels gains are replaced by the average channel gains, and the lower bounds of the received data at the UAV and the destination are calculated by …

Classification Cooperative Scheduling Of U-Automated Container Terminal Based On Container Markers, Fei Wang, Daofang Chang, Furong Wen

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: To improve the confusing scheduling of U-shaped yard operations due to improper classification of containers, the classification cooperative scheduling process is proposed, in which the classification cooperative scheduling model is established with the constraints of coordinated operation and efficient independent operation. The container classification principle and the container multiple stacking principle are proposed, the stacking point is selected by the weighted calculation based on the container operation mark to design the penalty mechanism, and the classification cooperative heuristic algorithm solution model is designed. Comparative experiments show that the strategy used in the algorithm is superior,which can reduce the equipment …

Simulation Of Robotic Peg-In-Hole Assembly Strategy Based On Drl, Zilu Zhu, Yongkui Liu, Lin Zhang, Lihui Wang, Tingyu Lin

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Aiming at the existing peg-in-hole assembly method problems of dependence on accurate contact state models, difficulties in data acquisition, low sampling efficiency, and poor security, a simulation research method for robot peg-in-hole assembly strategy based on DRL is proposed. A simulation environment of robot peg-in-hole assembly based on ROS-Gazebo is built, and a method of gravity compensation for force/torque sensor based on a least square method is proposed. The reinforcement learning paradigm is employed to model the robot peg-in-hole assembly, and a method based on soft actor-critic(SAC) algorithm is proposed. The communication mechanism between the simulation environment and the …

Adaptive Pid Control Algorithm Based On Ppo, Zhiyong Zhou, Fei Mo, Kai Zhao, Yunbo Hao, Yufeng Qian

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: A six-axis robotic arm is built and simulated in a complex control environment with disturbances by using MATLAB physics engine and Python, which provides a trial-and-error environment for the robotic arm training that could not be provided in reality. Proximal policy optimization(PPO) algorithm in reinforcement learning is proposed to improve the traditional PID control algorithm. By introducing the multi-agent idea and on the basis of the different effects of the three parameters of PID on control system and the characteristics of the six-axis robotic arm, the three parameters are separately trained as different intelligent individuals to achieve a new …

Fusing Rotation Angle Coding In Spherical Space For Human Action Recognition, Benyue Su, Bangguo Zhu, Mengjuan Guo, Min Sheng

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: The existing human action recognition methods focus more on the translation information such as the coordinates and displacements of skeleton structure, and pay less attention to the motion trend of skeleton structure and the rotation information representing the motion direction of joints and bones. A spatio-temporal convolutional neural network method combining the rotation angle coding in spherical space is introduced. The angle information with scale invariance is obtained by mapping the human action in three-dimensional spherical space, and the dynamic angular velocity information is extracted as the angle code to represent the rotation information of joints and bones in …

Development And Application Of Simulation Platform For Aquatic Movement Of An Amphibious Armored Vehicle, Mingzhe Chen, Yunzheng Song, Pei Wang, Lei Zhang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to design and verify the fire control system(FCS) algorithm of amphibious assault vehicle under heavy wind and wave conditions, a real-time simulation platform is developed. The traditional single rigid body dynamic model can't describe the body-turret-barrel dynamic coupling relationship and it is not suitable for FCS simulation with high dynamic characteristics. Twist-wrench method is used to establish the multiple rigid body dynamic model of vehicle, the buoyancy and the hydrodynamic calculation is carried out according to the body and the moving relationship between visual generated waves, and the hydrodynamic coefficient is obtained by the computational fluid dynamic …

Curriculum Learning-Based Simulation Of Uav Air Combat Under Sparse Rewards, Jingyu Zhu, Hongli Zhang, Minchi Kuang, Heng Shi, Jihong Zhu, Zhi Qiao, Wenqing Zhou

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: To address the limited exploration capabilities and sparse rewards of conventional reinforcement learning methods in air combat environment, a curriculum learning distributed proximal policy optimization (CLDPPO) reinforcement learning algorithm is proposed. A reward function informed by professional empirical knowledge is integrated, a discrete action space is developed, and a global observation and local value and decision network featuring separated global and local observations is established. A methodology for unmanned aerial vehicles UAVs is presented to acquire combat expertise through a sequence of fundamental courses that progressively intensify in their offensive, defensive, and comprehensive content. The experimental results show that …

Design Of Real-Time Simulation & Test Software Based On Windows/Rtx, Yongbo Li, Runmei Tian, Hui Zhang, Shanpeng Guo, Qi Li

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Aiming at the limited real-time performance of traditional test software and the low generality of traditional simulation interface software, a real-time simulation software based on Windows/RTX is designed to meet the requirements of unit testing and control system simulation verification of semiphysical simulation software. Through modular design, GUI layer human-computer interface and RTX layer real-time operation program are developed. To ensure the real-time, the lock-free cyclic buffer plus dual-threading technology is used to solve the timeout problem of serial data transmission and reception when the simulation step size is 1 ms under RTX environment. A timeout detection algorithm is …

Cooperative Ant Colony Algorithm Combining Evaluation Reward And Punishment Mechanism And Neighborhood Dynamic Degradation, Yujie Wang, Xiaoming You, Sheng Liu

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: To address the slow convergence and the tendency to fall into local optimality in solving TSP, a cooperative ant colony algorithm combining evaluation reward and punishment mechanism and neighborhood dynamic degradation (ENCACO) is proposed. The paths are classified into active and abandon paths according to the path evaluation value, and with the path evaluation value as the weight, the different pheromone reward and punishment strategies are adopted for the two types of paths to accelerate the convergence speed of the algorithm. Through the neighborhood dynamic degradation strategy, and the neighborhood radius is used to divide the set of cities …

Construction Of A Virtual Interactive System For Orchards Based On Digital Twin, Hongjun Wang, Junqiang Lin, Xiangjun Zou, Po Zhang, Mingxuan Zhou, Weirui Zou, Yunchao Tang, Lufeng Luo

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Aiming at the low visibility, poor real-time, weak adaptability and single interaction mode in orchard planting management system, a six-dimensional model of orchard digital twin system for planting management process is proposed. The system model construction theory and technology system is discussed from four aspects, entity modeling of management elements, dynamic modeling of management process, simulation modeling of management system and optimization modeling of management strategy. Based on the six-dimensional model, supported by the theory and technology system, the virtual interactive system architecture of the orchard based on the digital twin is designed, and the key technologies of the …

Dynamic Air Defense Resource Allocation Optimization Based On Improved Differential Evolution Algorithm, Tianyu Luo, Lining Xing, Rui Wang, Ling Wang, Jianmai Shi, Xin Sun

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: Based on the integrated performance of weapon equipments such as radars, launchers and missiles, a mixed-integer decision model that minimizes the total target intercept value and the probability of survival based on Target-Set, Resource-Set is developed. A new improved differential evolutionary algorithm has been introduced to solve the problem, and the initial solutions is generated by using the reverse learning strategies to ensure the quality of the initial populations. An inspiration rule for the fast repair and reconstruction is designed to work at multi-stage to improve the search capability of the algorithm. The simulation experiment results show the algorithm's …