Joint DAMA-TCP protocol optimization through multiple cross layer interactions in DVB RCS scenario

Two aspects of DVB-RCS standard can worsen performance of TCP data connections: DAMA access scheme, since it introduces additional and variable delay to the already significant propagation delay and the adoption of Adaptive Coding on the return link to maximize bandwidth efficiency to face variable weather conditions, because it results in variable bandwidth allocation. Both aspects can severely impact TCP performance, especially for what concerns now adaptation to varying channel conditions and channel usage efficiency. To optimize performance, in this paper cross-layer signaling among transport, MAC and physical layers of a DVB-RCS system is addressed. In particular MAC-TCP cross-layer is analyzed through the use of NS2 network simulator, showing the possible benefit in a DVB-RCS scenario

Electron transfer driven decomposition of adenine and selected analogs as probed by experimental and theoretical methods

We report on a combined experimental and theoretical study of electron transfer induced decomposition of adenine and a selection of analogue molecules in collisions with potassium atoms (K). Time-of-flight negative ion mass spectra have been obtained in a wide collision energy range (6–68 eV in the centre-of-mass frame), providing a comprehensive investigation of the fragmentation patterns of purine, adenine, 9-methyl adenine, 6-dimethyl adenine and 2-D adenine. Following our recent communication about selective hydrogen loss from the transient negative ions (TNI) produced in these collisions [T. Dunha et al. J. Chem. Phys. 148, 021101 (2018)], this work focuses on the production of smaller fragment anions. In the low-energy part of the present range, several dissociation channels that are accessible in free electron attachment experiments are absent from the present mass spectra, notably NH2 loss from adenine and 9-methyl adenine. This can be understood in terms of a relatively long transit time of the K+ cation in the vicinity of the TNI tending to enhance the likelihood of intramolecular electron transfer. In this case, the excess energy can be redistributed through the available degrees of freedom inhibiting fragmentation pathways. Ab initio theoretical calculations were performed for 9-methyl adenine (9-mAd) and adenine (Ad) in the presence of a potassium atom and provided a strong basis for the assignment the lowest unoccupied molecular orbitals accessed in the collision process

Self-Similarity of Friction Laws

The change of the friction law from a mesoscopic level to a macroscopic level is studied in the spring-block models introduced by Burridge-Knopoff. We find that the Coulomb law is always scale invariant. Other proposed scaling laws are only invariant under certain conditions.}Comment: Plain TEX. Figures not include

Utilização de lodo de esgoto na cultura de soja.

Avaliou-se o efeito da utilização de lodo de esgoto, como fonte de fósforo, na fixação do N2 e na produção da soja. Os experimentos foram conduzidos em duas etapas: uma sob condição de casa de vegetação e outra a campo. Em casa-devegetação, oito tratamentos foram impostos: sem fertilização ou aplicação de lodo, adubação química completa, inoculação com rizóbio mais fertilização fosfatada, inoculação com rizóbio sem adição de adubos fosfatados, inoculação mais dose 1 de lodo, inoculação mais dose 2 de lodo, sem inoculação mais dose 1 de lodo, sem inoculação mais dose 2 de lodo. As doses 1 e 2 corresponderam, respectivamente, a 11.2 e 22,4 t ha-1 (base úmida). O experimento a campo foi constituído dos seguintes tratamentos: ausência de adubação química ou lodo, adubação química completa, inoculação mais dose 0 de lodo, inoculação mais dose 1 de lodo, inoculação mais dose 2 de lodo, inoculação mais dose 3 de lodo, inoculação mais adubação química, exceto a nitrogenada. As doses 1, 2 e 3 de lodo, corresponderam a 1,5, 3,0 e 6,0 t ha-1 (base seca), respectivamente. Os experimentos demonstraram que a necessidade de P na cultura da soja pode ser suprida por meio da aplicação de pequenas doses de lodo de esgoto, sem prejuízo para o processo simbiótico ou mesmo para a produção.bitstream/CNPMA/5803/1/boletim_21.pd

Aspectos biológicos de Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) alimentados de Brachiaria ruziziensis.

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Beam loading in the nonlinear regime of plasma-based acceleration

A theory that describes how to load negative charge into a nonlinear, three-dimensional plasma wakefield is presented. In this regime, a laser or an electron beam blows out the plasma electrons and creates a nearly spherical ion channel, which is modified by the presence of the beam load. Analytical solutions for the fields and the shape of the ion channel are derived. It is shown that very high beam-loading efficiency can be achieved, while the energy spread of the bunch is conserved. The theoretical results are verified with the Particle-In-Cell code OSIRIS.Comment: 5 pages, 2 figures, to appear in Physical Review Letter

Produção de sementes de coentro em função dos tipos de adubação.

O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar a influência de tipos de adubo na produção de sementes de coentro (Coriandrum sativum L.) nas condições de Botucatu-SP. Utilizou-se sementes Aglofora S.A, cv. Português

Rate coefficients for rovibrational transitions in H_2 due to collisions with He

We present quantum mechanical and quasiclassical trajectory calculations of cross sections for rovibrational transitions in ortho- and para-H_2 induced by collisions with He atoms. Cross sections were obtained for kinetic energies between 10^-4 and 3 eV, and the corresponding rate coefficients were calculated for the temperature range 100<T<4000 K. Comparisons are made with previous calculations.Comment: 21 pages, 2 figures, AAS, eps

Assessment of Exoskeleton Related Changes in Kinematics and Muscle Activity

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders, reported at shoulder and low back regions, rank among the most serious health problems in industry. Owing to their ability in providing support to the shoulder and back regions during sustained and repetitive tasks, passive exoskeletons are expected to prevent work-related disorders. In this work, experimental protocols were conducted for the extraction of relevant information regarding the neuromuscular activation and kinematics during simulated working activities with passive exoskeletons. Our results support the notion these passive exoskeletons have the potential to alleviate muscular loading and therefore to prevent musculoskeletal disorders in the industrial sector