Poster Abstract: Opportunistic RPL

Sensor nodes constituting Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN) are often battery- operated and have limited resources. To save energy, nodes sleep most of the time, and wake up periodically to handle communication. Such radio duty cycling poses a basic trade-off between energy and latency. In previous work, we have shown that opportunistic routing is an efficient way to achieve low-latency yet energy efficient data collection in WSN (ORW [3]). In this paper, we extend this approach to the context of low-power IP networks, where nodes need to be addressed individually and where traffic patterns are irregular. We present ORPL, an opportunistic extension of RPL, the stan- dard, state-of-the-art routing protocol for low-power IP networks. We discuss our preliminary results obtained with Contiki in a 137-node testbed

Let the Tree Bloom: Scalable Opportunistic Routing with ORPL

Routing in battery-operated wireless networks is challenging, posing a tradeoff between energy and latency. Previous work has shown that opportunistic routing can achieve low-latency data collection in duty-cycled networks. However, applications are now considered where nodes are not only periodic data sources, but rather addressable end points generating traffic with arbitrary patterns. We present ORPL, an opportunistic routing protocol that supports any-to-any, on-demand traffic. ORPL builds upon RPL, the standard protocol for low-power IPv6 networks. By combining RPL's tree-like topology with opportunistic routing, ORPL forwards data to any destination based on the mere knowledge of the nodes' sub-tree. We use bitmaps and Bloom filters to represent and propagate this information in a space-efficient way, making ORPL scale to large networks of addressable nodes. Our results in a 135-node testbed show that ORPL outperforms a number of state-of-the-art solutions including RPL and CTP, conciliating a sub-second latency and a sub-percent duty cycle. ORPL also increases robustness and scalability, addressing the whole network reliably through a 64-byte Bloom filter, where RPL needs kilobytes of routing tables for the same task

Non-equilibrium noise in the (non-)Abelian fractional quantum Hall effect

We analyse the noise of the edge current of a generic fractional quantum Hall state in a tunnelling point contact system. We show that the non-symmetrized noise in the edge current for the system out-of-equilibrium is completely determined by the noise in the tunnelling current and the Nyquist-Johnson (equilibrium) noise of the edge current. Simply put, the noise in the tunnelling current does not simply add up the equilibrium noise of the edge current. A correction term arises associated with the correlation between the tunnelling current and the edge current. We show, using a non-equilibrium Ward identity, that this correction term is determined by the anti-symmetric part of the noise in the tunnelling current. This leads to a non-equilibrium fluctuation-dissipation theorem and related expressions for the excess and shot noise of the noise in the edge current. Our approach makes use of simple properties of the edge, such as charge conservation and chirality, and applies to generic constructions of the edge theory which includes edges of non-Abelian states and edges with multiple charged channels. Two important tools we make use of are the non-equilibrium Kubo formula and the non-equilibrium Ward identity. We discuss these identities in the appendix.Comment: 20 pages, 5 figure

Low Power, Low Delay: Opportunistic Routing meets Duty Cycling

Traditionally, routing in wireless sensor networks consists of two steps: First, the routing protocol selects a next hop, and, second, the MAC protocol waits for the intended destination to wake up and receive the data. This design makes it difficult to adapt to link dynamics and introduces delays while waiting for the next hop to wake up. In this paper we introduce ORW, a practical opportunistic routing scheme for wireless sensor networks. In a dutycycled setting, packets are addressed to sets of potential receivers and forwarded by the neighbor that wakes up first and successfully receives the packet. This reduces delay and energy consumption by utilizing all neighbors as potential forwarders. Furthermore, this increases resilience to wireless link dynamics by exploiting spatial diversity. Our results show that ORW reduces radio duty-cycles on average by 50% (up to 90% on individual nodes) and delays by 30% to 90% when compared to the state of the art

Interference pattern and visibility of a Mott insulator

We analyze theoretically the experiment reported in [F. Gerbier et al, cond-mat/0503452], where the interference pattern produced by an expanding atomic cloud in the Mott insulator regime was observed. This interference pattern, indicative of short-range coherence in the system, could be traced back to the presence of a small amount of particle/hole pairs in the insulating phase for finite lattice depths. In this paper, we analyze the influence of these pairs on the interference pattern using a random phase approximation, and derive the corresponding visibility. We also account for the inhomogeneity inherent to atom traps in a local density approximation. The calculations reproduce the experimental observations, except for very large lattice depths. The deviation from the measurement in this range is attributed to the increasing importance of non-adiabatic effects.Comment: 6 pages, 4 figure

Seasonal occcurrence of chalcid parasitoids in an apple tree canopy 1999-2004

Im Bereich der Baumkronen ist eine auffallend hohe biologische Vielfalt von Arthropoden zu finden. Nicht nur in naturnahen Räumen, sondern auch im unmittelbaren Siedlungsbereich kann diese Diversität nachgewiesen werden. Als Basis für den Naturschutz und die Biodiversitätsforschung sind kontinuierliche Beobachtungen notwendig. Parasitoide Hymenopteren spielen eine wichtige Rolle als Regulatoren im Naturhaushalt. Sie begrenzen das Auftreten wirtschaftlich bedeutender Schädlinge und sind somit ein Baustein im integrierten Pflanzenschutz. Die Reduktion von Pflanzenschutzmitteln trägt zur Schonung und Förderung von nützlichen Arthropoden, den räuberischen Insekten und parasitoiden Hymenopteren bei. Übersichten zur Biodiversität in Deutschland zeigen, dass im Bereich der sogenannten ´Schlupfwespen´ viele Gruppen für Deutschland nur wenig bearbeitet sind (DATHE et al. 2001), obwohl es sich bei den parasitoiden Hymenopteren neben den Coleopteren um die größte Insektengruppe überhaupt handelt. Die Chalcidoidea und die Ichneumonoidea stellen hier die größten Überfamilien der parasitoiden Hymenopteren. Weltweit liegt der Anteil der Chalcidoidea nach Arten bei 25%, in Deutschland bei 15%. In dieser Überfamilie finden sich die wichtigsten der in der biologischen Schädlingsbekämpfung genutzten Arthropoden: z.B. Encarsia formosa, die Gegenspielerin der ´Weißen Fliege´ im Gewächshaus oder Trichogramma-Arten als natürliche Feinde von Schadmotten. Insgesamt sind für Deutschland etwa 1.800 Chalcidoidea bekannt. Sie werden in 18 Familien unterteilt, wobei die Pteromaliden die größte Familie darstellen.Tree canopy research is detecting a high biodiversity of arthropods even in urban areas. Continuous observation and monitoring provides basic information that is needed for enviromnent saving concepts and detailed research programmes. Parasitic hymenoptera are playing an important role as natural enemies and control agents of economical relevant pests. The reduction of pesticides for enhancing and saving beneficial arthropods is gaining growing interest. An overview on biodiversity of parasitic wasps in Germany shows that there is little known in some groups although they are the largest group of insects, together with the Coleoptera. The Chalcidoidea are of importance because of beneficial insects like the white fly parasitoid Encarsia formosa or Trichogramma species as natural enemies of lepidopterous pests. In Germany, about 1.800 chalcid wasps are know out of 18 families, in which the pteromalids are the largest group. Samples were taken from an apple tree canopy almost every day from 1999-2004. The tree had a canopy size from about 48 m3, leaf surface of about 80 m² and a height of 4,5 m. It is placed in an urban garden area and was never treated with pesticides within the last 45 years. From more than 38.000 caught specimens 2.400 parasitic wasps and as a part of those 800 Chalcidoidea could be identified. The percentage rate of Chalcidoidea from total wasps was 30-50 %. In 2003 to 2004 the sampling rate was smaller because of the growing age, loss of leaf mass and growing areas of non-living wood in the tree canopy. The results show a seasonal occurence of chalcidoidea wasps correlated with weather conditions and the avaibalility of host species

Phase coherence of an atomic Mott insulator

We investigate the phase coherence properties of ultracold Bose gases in optical lattices, with special emphasis on the Mott insulating phase. We show that phase coherence on short length scales persists even deep in the insulating phase, preserving a finite visibility of the interference pattern observed after free expansion. This behavior can be attributed to a coherent admixture of particle/hole pairs to the perfect Mott state for small but finite tunneling. In addition, small but reproducible ``kinks'' are seen in the visibility, in a broad range of atom numbers. We interpret them as signatures for density redistribution in the shell structure of the trapped Mott insulator

Resonant control of spin dynamics in ultracold quantum gases by microwave dressing

We study experimentally interaction-driven spin oscillations in optical lattices in the presence of an off-resonant microwave field. We show that the energy shift induced by this microwave field can be used to control the spin oscillations by tuning the system either into resonance to achieve near-unity contrast or far away from resonance to suppress the oscillations. Finally, we propose a scheme based on this technique to create a flat sample with either singly- or doubly-occupied sites, starting from an inhomogeneous Mott insulator, where singly- and doubly-occupied sites coexist.Comment: 4 pages, 5 figure

A macroprolactinoma becoming resistant to cabergoline and developing atypical pathology

Pituitary adenomas are a common intracranial neoplasm, usually demonstrating a benign phenotype. They can be classified according to pathological, radiological or clinical behaviour as typical, atypical or carcinomas, invasive or noninvasive, and aggressive or nonaggressive. Prolactinomas account for 40-60% of all pituitary adenomas, with dopamine agonists representing the first-line treatment and surgery/radiotherapy reserved for drug intolerance/resistance or in neuro-ophthalmological emergencies. We present the case of a 62-year-old man with an apparently indolent prolactin-secreting macroadenoma managed with partial resection and initially showing a biochemical response to cabergoline. Five years later, the tumour became resistant to cabergoline, despite a substantial increase in dosage, showing rapid growth and causing worsening of vision. The patient then underwent two further transsphenoidal operations and continued on high-dose cabergoline; despite these interventions, the tumour continued enlarging and prolactin increased to 107 269 U/L. Histology of the third surgical specimen demonstrated features of aggressive behaviour (atypical adenoma with a high cell proliferation index) not present in the tumour removed at the first operation. Subsequently, he was referred for radiotherapy aiming to control tumour growth

Existenzgründung - Wie werde ich selbständig, wie werde ich Freiberufler? Ein Leitfaden

In our study: “How to become an entrepreneur, how to become a professional?” we would like to present, after a brief empirical presentation of the development of the entrepreneurs and professions in Germany, a manual on how to reach entrepreneurial or professional self-employment. We would like to offer information and advise in the form of a practical overview about ideas, planning, realisation and management of a business start-up. In addition we would like to provide an address- list of relevant institutions and helpful internet-links.Entrepreneur, self-emloyment, Germany, empirical Study