Implementation of voltage regulation control scheme in distributed computing platform

Modern networks are built following a centralized architecture that relies on a constant communication between each node and the controller node. That node will then regulate the network. The approach we are taking throughout this project is implementing a distributed architecture. In this architecture we eliminate the controller node. We will substitute it by simpler controllers, Arduino boards, in each of the nodes. These Arduinos will be in charge of computation and communication with one another. The algorithms that regulate the network will be run in the Arduinos. They will work as a neuronal network in a collaborative structure. This part of the project is based on the implementation of the voltage control algorithm into the Arduino code that will be implemented in the network. This code is tested with the Typhoon HIL simulator in one of the ECE laboratories. The goal is to code the algorithm so that it can work with any possible network we want to simulate. Complementary goals are to try to improve the robustness of the algorithms and improve functions in order to shorten the computational time. For testing we have implemented the code into a 6-node example. Comparing the results obtained we can assure that the best approach for this case is implementing a distributed architecture which will give a more reliable faster recovery time.Ope

Security Baggage Process and on Time Performance at Guarulhos International Airport

The study recommended starting the process of screening domestic passengers’ checked baggage at Guarulhos – São Paulo International Airport – for airlines efficiency and security improvement reasons. The aviation industry in Brazil is at risk. Domestic flights, which accounts for over 85% of the airport activity at Guarulhos International Airport, do not have a process in which checked baggage of the boarding passengers are duly screened. That risk is significant to personal welfare and business. This Capstone Project demonstrated that such an issue should be addressed. Not only is there a potential risk involved in not screening baggage of domestic flights, but also airlines are not efficient when it comes to withdrawing pieces of luggage of passengers that do not board the flight. There is a security measure that forces the airlines to do so – eventually leading the flight to be delayed and having extra costs. The aim of this paper is to present an alternative to these issues. Through a financial assessment and statistical investigation, it has been proved that screening domestic checked baggage at Guarulhos airport could minimize delays and improve the overall security of domestic flights

Agreement in the assessment of metastatic spine disease using scoring systems

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