Reduce Labor Intensity Research Articles

Further Application Of Automatic Control Based On Servo Motor In Smart Grid

The paper summarize the advantages and applications of servo motor. As a kind of equipment that can replace manual long-distance inspection, the intelligent inspection device for overhead transmission lines can significantly improve inspection efficiency and reduce labor intensity. The servo motor with high power density and low torque ripple can guarantee the high precision and stable operation of the intelligent inspection device in line inspection, which provides a certain practical intelligent application significance for transmission line inspection.

Автоматизований метод перевірки та налагодження тестових сценаріїв на основі формальної моделі

Introduction. Model-based test cases generation is a popular strategy for test automation. It helps to reduce time spent on the development of a test suite and can improve level of coverage. However, many reports show shortage of such test cases in poor quality and doubtable efficiency. Purpose. The main goal of the proposed method is cost-effective validation, assessment, debugging and concretization of generated test cases. The method helps improve quality and efficiency of the test cases, make their scenario meaningful and goal-oriented. The method also develops debugging facilities and simplifies data dependency analysis and test scenario editing. Methods. We propose an automated post-processing method which allows to evaluate path that is examined by the test case, and to make safe changes to the path which will eliminate the shortcomings while leaving the coverage targets of the test case unharmed. The method is based on visualization of the path along the control flow graph of the model with additional information about factual evaluation history of all variables and possible alternative variants of behavior. For consistent substitution of certain values in the signal parameters, which would determine the artifacts of the test environment (such as, for example, files, databases, etc.) and check boundary cases (in predicates of conditions, indexing of arrays, etc.), a method of interactive specification of symbolic traces has been developed. Results. The role of the user in deciding whether to add a test case to the project test suite and make changes to it remains crucial, but to reduce labor intensity, the following processes are automated: evaluation of test scenarios according to certain objective characteristics (level of coverage, ability to detect defects, data cohesion, etc.); highlighting of possible alternatives for making corrections; consistent updating of computations for the corresponding corrections. A prototype was developed based on the proposed methods. The empirical results demonstrated a positive impact on the overall efficiency (ability to detect defects and reduce resource consumption) and quality (meaningfulness, readability, maintenance, usefulness for debugging, etc) of the generated test suites. The method allows to make automatically generated test cases trustable and usable. Conclusion. The proposed toolkit significantly reduces the time spent on researching the results of test generation and validation of the obtained tests and their editing. Unlike existing simulation methods, the proposed method not only informs about the values of variables, but also explores the history of their computations and additionally provides information about admissible alternatives. Further we plan to improve the process of localizing the causes of test failure at execution phase to speed up the search for defects.

Pulse diffusion welding of female joints

Special feature of operation of electrovacuum tubes, in particular the cathode assembly, is constant heating due to bombardment of its surface with electrons. Stable characteristics and durability of the cathode assembly depend on high-quality connection (welding) of the core surfaces with the emitter over the entire area of ​​the overlapped conjugation. The use of diffusion welding for joining a cathode assembly made of dissimilar materials is not possible due to the occurrence of poor welding fusion due to the presence of gaps in the ring sectors of the equipment, and, consequently, a decrease in the service life of the cathode assembly. The authors proposed to implement the process by combining magnetic pulse welding with diffusion welding. The originality of the work is the possibility of remote action on the joint through a dielectric quartz cup, which is a part of the technological vacuum chamber. The inductor system is outside the quartz cup, which allows heating the assembled unit without heating the tool – an inductor made of dissimilar materials – to a temperature of 700 ° C and higher. The authors determined the main parameters of the process of pulse diffusion welding in vacuum: pressure in the working chamber is В=0.66·10−2Pa (5·10−5mmHg); preheating temperature is T=700–1250°C; magnetic field pulse energy is W=5÷17kJ; operating frequency of current pulse discharge is fd=5–15kHz; magnetic pressure is Pm∙107N/m2. In this way, cathode assemblies of a wide range of metal pair combinations with a base diameter of d=20mm and a sample length of L=40mm were produced. The proposed technology has been successfully implemented and introduced at Tantal (Open Joint Stock company). The economic effect consists in reducing labor intensity and obtaining joints of stable quality.

A simple, robust, cost-effective, and low-input ChIP-seq method for profiling histone modifications and Pol II in plants.

Chromatin immunoprecipitation and sequencing (vs ChIP-seq) is an essential tool for epigenetic and molecular genetic studies. Although being routinely used, ChIP-seq is expensive, requires grams of plant materials, and is challenging for samples that enrich fatty acids such as seeds. Here, we developed an Ultrasensitive Plant ChIP-seq (UP-ChIP) method based on native ChIP-seq combined with Tn5 tagmentation-based library construction strategy. UP-ChIP is generally applicable for profiling both histone modification and Pol II in a wide range of plant samples, such as a single Arabidopsis seedling, a few Arabidopsis seeds, and sorted nuclei. Compared with conventional ChIP-seq, UP-ChIP is much less labor intensive and only consumes 1 μg of antibody and 10 μl of Protein-A/G conjugated beads for each IP and can work effectively with the amount of starting material down to a few milligrams. By performing UP-ChIP in various conditions and genotypes, we showed that UP-ChIP is highly reliable, sensitive, and quantitative for studying histone modifications. Detailed UP-ChIP protocol is provided. We recommend UP-ChIP as an alternative to traditional ChIP-seq for profiling histone modifications and Pol II, offering the advantages of reduced labor intensity, decreased costs, and low-sample input.

A novel combined method for conveyor belt deviation discrimination under complex operational scenarios

Conveyor belt can enhance transportation efficiency and reduce labor intensity, which is extensively applied in material transportation. However, the deviation of conveyor belt commonly leads to malfunctions in the transmission system, affecting routine transportation function. Therefore, it is crucial to accurately identify whether the conveyor belt deviates and rectify anomalies promptly. Previously, the on-site camera have to be arranged in the appropriate position to ensure conducive recognition results for deviation discrimination, which is probably constrained by environmental conditions during implementation. In this paper, a combined method of detection and segmentation with deblurring function (CDSwD) is presented for conveyor belt deviation discrimination, which can avoid the impact of the camera position on the deviation discrimination results by combining roller information and conveyor belt contour information. Initially, the deblurring approach is adopted to remove the motion blur from the images. Subsequently, the object detection technology and the semantic segmentation technique are utilized to generate the detection results along the lower line of the rollers and the segmentation results of the overall conveyor belt contour. Finally, the outcomes will be combined for conveyor belt deviation discrimination. Comparisons have demonstrated that the proposed method can accurately determine the deviation of the conveyor belt, which is beneficial for maintaining the normal transportation and improving work efficiency.

Machine Learning Enabled Design and Optimization for 3D‐Printing of High‐Fidelity Presurgical Organ Models

AbstractThe development of a general‐purpose machine learning algorithm capable of quickly identifying optimal 3D‐printing settings can save manufacturing time and cost, reduce labor intensity, and improve the quality of 3D‐printed objects. Existing methods have limitations which focus on overall performance or one specific aspect of 3D‐printing quality. Here, for addressing the limitations, a multi‐objective Bayesian Optimization (BO) approach which uses a general‐purpose algorithm to optimize the black‐box functions is demonstrated and identifies the optimal input parameters of direct ink writing for 3D‐printing different presurgical organ models with intricate geometry. The BO approach enhances the 3D‐printing efficiency to achieve the best possible printed object quality while simultaneously addressing the inherent trade‐offs from the process of pursuing ideal outcomes relevant to requirements from practitioners. The BO approach also enables us to effectively explore 3D‐printing inputs inclusive of layer height, nozzle travel speed, and dispensing pressure, as well as visualize the trade‐offs between each set of 3D‐printing inputs in terms of the output objectives which consist of time, porosity, and geometry precisions through the Pareto front.

A comparative study across mule, equine and equine clone pregnancies regarding the determination of the day of birth

Monitoring equine parturition effectively is essential for preemptive intervention in periparturient issues and ensuring the overall well-being of both mares and foals. However, its implementation in breeding farms is challenging due to variable gestational lengths and nocturnal births. Predictive techniques have the potential to streamline the monitoring process, reduce labor intensity, and minimize costs. Research on foaling prediction in mares carrying mule or equine clone fetuses is scarce. Therefore, this study aimed to comparatively analyze foaling prediction parameters in mares pregnant with mule, equine, or equine clone fetus. The study included vulvar relaxation, sacroiliac ligament tension, pH, BRIX index, and concentrations of calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, and potassium in prepartum mammary secretions. Sixty pregnant mares were used for this study and grouped as follows: 25 mares with mule fetuses (MF), 20 with equine clone fetuses (CF), and 15 with equine control fetuses (EF). Results showed significant differences in vulvar relaxation and sacroiliac ligament tension only in MF group (p < 0.05) on the day of parturition compared to the other days evaluated, different from the other groups. Levels of pH notably decreased on parturition day (mean 5.7 ± 0.04, p < 0.0001), with lower values in MF (6.05 ± 0.02) and CF (6.08 ± 0.04) compared to EF (6.26 ± 0.04) (p < 0.03). The BRIX index showed variation across mares and was not a good parameter for foaling prediction. Electrolytes correlated positively with impending parturition, showing no significant differences among groups. The MF and CF groups exhibited a substantial increase (102.13 % and 110.66 %, respectively) in mean calcium concentrations on the day before foaling, unlike EF (38.29 %). In conclusion, the pH values were different in mammary secretions between mares carrying mule and clone fetuses, in contrast to equine control fetuses. Nevertheless, there was a trend of decreasing pH values closer to parturition in all groups. Conversely, the BRIX index serves as a valuable indicator of colostrum quality yet does not offer insights into the proximity of parturition. While electrolyte concentrations did not reveal significant differences among groups, it is worth noting that the evaluation of phosphorus emerges as a new parameter to explore in mares nearing parturition, since it obtained a pattern similar to calcium.

A degranulation assay using Vγ9Vδ2 T cells for the rapid diagnosis of familial hemophagocytic syndromes.

Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is a life-threatening immune disorder characterized by uncontrolled lymphocyte and macrophage activation and a subsequent cytokine storm. The timely initiation of immunosuppressive treatment is crucial for survival. Here, we harnessed Vγ9Vδ2 T cell degranulation to develop a novel functional assay for the diagnosis of HLH. We compared the novel assay with the conventional natural killer (NK) cell stimulation method in terms of efficiency, specificity, and reliability. Our analysis involved 213 samples from 182 individuals, including 23 samples from 12 patients with degranulation deficiency (10 individuals with UNC13D deficiency, 1 with STXBP2 deficiency, and 1 with RAB27A deficiency). While both tests exhibited 100% sensitivity, the Vγ9Vδ2 T cell degranulation assay showed a superior specificity of 86.2% (n=70) compared to the NK cell degranulation assay, which achieved 78.9% specificity (n=213). The Vγ9Vδ2 T cell degranulation assay offered simpler technical requirements and reduced labor intensity, leading to decreased susceptibility to errors with faster processing times. This efficiency stemmed from the sole requirement of dissolving (E)-4-hydroxy-3-methyl-but-2-enyl pyrophosphate (HMBPP) powder, contrasting with the intricate maintenance of K562 cells necessary for the NK cell degranulation assay. With its diminished susceptibility to errors, we anticipate that the assay will require fewer repetitions of analysis, rendering it particularly well-suited for testing infants. The Vγ9Vδ2 T cell degranulation assay is a user-friendly, efficient diagnostic tool for HLH. It offers greater specificity, reliability, and practicality than established methods. We believe that our present findings will facilitate the prompt, accurate diagnosis of HLH and thus enable rapid treatment and better patient outcomes.

Design and control of a side dense transplanting machine for sweet potato seedlings on mulch film

At present, China is the leading country in sweet potato cultivation worldwide. However, there are still several problems such as high labor intensity, low efficiency of manual transplanting, and lack of machinery for side transplanting for sweet potato seedlings on mulch film. Therefore, a side dense transplanting machine for sweet potato seedlings on mulch film is designed, using a multi-row side transplanting method. It is mainly composed of a transplanting device, a seedling conveying device, a traveling device, and a control system. Based on the agronomic requirements for sweet potato transplanting, the study focuses on the structure and working principle of the complete machine. It involves the detailed structural design and motion analysis of the crank-rocker and cam of the transplanting device. Based on the sweet potato seedlings transportation plan, parameters such as the vertical height of the seedling conveying device, the size of the support frame, and the relative relationship between position of the transplanting device are determined. To ensure the smooth transplantation of sweet potato seedlings, the motor parameters required for each device are calculated and determined. An Arduino control system is developed to manage the coordinated movement of each device. Positioning components are integrated to ensure accurate coordination between the transplanting device and the seedling conveying device. This setup enables the seedling claws to pick sweet potato seedlings and perform the side transplanting on the mulch film. Field test results show the missed rate of seedlings, the qualified rate of transplanting and the qualified rate of transplanting depth are 4.13 %, 91.62 % and 93.86 % respectively. The transplant spacing coefficient of variation and the average spacing between seedlings are 1.90 and 177.06 mm respectively. All indicators of the transplanting machine meet the agronomic requirements for side dense transplanting for sweet potato seedlings on mulch film. The transplanting machine is integrated with sweet potato seedling transplanting agronomy, achieving mechanized transplanting of sweet potato seedlings, reducing labor intensity, and promoting the quality and efficiency of sweet potato production. This research provides a reference for the development of sweet potato seedlings transplanting equipment.

SpheroMold: modernizing the hanging drop method for spheroid culture

The hanging drop method is a cost-effective approach for 3D spheroid culture. However, obtaining numerous spheroids in a limited area becomes challenging due to the risk of droplet coalescence, primarly during Petri dish handling. In this study, we describe a general method to fabricate a 3D printing-based support called SpheroMold that facilitates Petri dish handling and enhances spheroid production per unit area. As a proof-of-concept, we designed a digital negative mold which comprised 37 pegs within a 13.52 cm2 area, and then printed it using stereolithography; the density of pegs can be adjusted according to user requirements. The SpheroMold was created by pouring the base and curing agent (10:1) (Sylgard® 184 silicone) into the mold, curing it at 80°C, and then attaching it to the lid of a Petri dish. Our SpheroMold effectively prevented droplet coalescence during Petri dish inversion, enabling the production of numerous 3D spheroids while simplifying manipulation. Unlike conventional techniques, our design also facilitated a larger volume of culture medium per drop compared to a standard Petri dish, potentially decreasing the necessity for frequent medium exchange to sustain cellular health and reducing labor intensity.

An Integrated Potato-Planting Machine with Full-Film Mulching and Ridged Row Soil Covering

This paper presents the design of an integrated potato-planting machine capable of full-film covering, creating micro-ditches on ridges, and covering seed rows with soil. The machine addresses the challenges of traditional methods, allowing for mechanized planting with complete film coverage and individual seed row soil covering. The key components of the prototype were analyzed and designed. This includes the seeding system, the pointed wing-shaped trencher for creating micro-ditches, and the straddling film-mulching device. Additionally, the operating mechanism of these core components was analyzed. Field trials demonstrated an 85% success rate for seed depth placement under the film. The machine also achieved a 90% qualified index for seed potato spacing, with a 6% repetitive seeding rate and a 3% missed seeding rate. Furthermore, the qualified rate for covered soil width on seed rows was 94%, and the qualified rate for covered soil thickness was 93%. The adjacent row spacing achieved an 88% success rate. The degree of mechanical damage to the exposed surface of the mulch film was minimal, at only 30.2 mm2/m2. These results meet all the national and industry standards. The successful field trials confirm the effectiveness of the machine in performing integrated fertilization, sowing, ridging, full-film covering, and seed row soil covering. Compared to traditional methods, this machine significantly reduces labor intensity for farmers and enhances the economic value of potato planting.

Management of New Automatic Ticket Vending Machine System in Urban Rail Transit

The technology of automatic fare collection system for urban rail transit is an important technology for achieving automatic fare collection for public transportation facilities such as urban subways. This article studies the relevant characteristics of the AFC system. Through introducing queuing models, simulation comparative experiments, and neural network debugging, it is found that the automatic fare collection system for urban rail transit not only effectively helps station staff to allocate tickets in a timely and reasonable manner, adjust station ticket supply, but also facilitates station passengers to query tickets, and passengers can freely choose whether to take the train according to their actual needs. The experiment shows that the AFC system can effectively help passengers avoid traffic congestion during peak hours, greatly improve management level, and reduce labor intensity.

Exploration of the Application of Agricultural Intelligent Robots in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau

In order to improve agricultural efficiency, reduce labor intensity, and improve the quality and yield of agricultural products on the Tibetan Plateau, this paper takes the application of traditional agricultural robots as an example and proposes the application of agricultural robots to agriculture on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau based on the special breeding environment of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau combined with the current situation of traditional agriculture. Through the application practice of robots in traditional agriculture, the possibility of the application of agricultural robots in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau is pointed out, the working methods and advantages of robots in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau are expounded, and the application of intelligent agricultural robots in the agriculture of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau is discussed and analyzed. The results show that with the progress of science and technology, intelligent robots have gradually played an important role in various fields, and intelligent robots have broad application prospects in plateau agriculture. The application of agricultural robots in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau should be aimed at the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau to make some adaptive research and development, intelligent upgrading and demonstration project promotion in order to promote the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau agricultural automation.

Design of elements of specialized technological equipment for finishing processing of parts

This article is devoted to solving the current problem of use of the polyester materials application for the synthesis of specialized technological finishing equipment elements that usually used by enterprises for the repair and maintenance of mining equipment. The article discusses the possibility of the polyester materials application when creating equipment elements. The equipment’s parts are created by using additive technologies, in which the creation of the part occurs by sequential application of material layers. The use of polyester materials makes it possible to reduce labor intensity, increase the economic efficiency of production and ensure compliance with environmental standards both during the production process and during subsequent processing. Based on the modeling results, an analysis of the strength characteristics of the specialized technological equipment reservoirs made of steel 3 (ISO – E 235-C, Fe 360-C) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET plastic) was carried out. The possibility of application of the PET plastic as an analogue material for the reservoir manufacture with the ensuring of the necessary strength characteristics has been established.

AERODROME MAPPING DATA DESIGN DEVELOPMENT APPROACH HIGHLIGHTS

In accordance with the trend in further intellectualization of mapping data design systems, this article deals with the problem of development methods for obtaining aerodrome mapping data more efficient than the existing methods that use manual vectorization on a raster base. Data usage areas were listed, including automated control systems, flight deck automation, simulators and simulation systems. Much attention was given to main aerodrome mapping data design approaches analysis, which shows that existing aerodrome cartographic data obtaining methods lack functionality. A description and basic requirements for an aerodrome mapping data design system, as well as requirements for the data itself, are presented. Additionally, data validation aspects are noted, including those of a taxi route network. Results of the research suggest that computer-aided design methods make it possible to significantly reduce labor intensity and time required to obtain mapping data. A new approach, which consists in using computer-aided design methods for such data, is proposed. Areas in which this approach can provide a significant effect were identified. Methods, algorithms and programs that implement the approach are being developed in context of the new data design system. It will provide a wide range of functions for aerodrome mapping design. General scheme of the system describing its main components was given. An example of aircraft parking elements design as a part of routing network design is provided.

Research and Application of Key Technologies for Assembling Design and Construction of Reinforcement in Super High Concrete Bridge Tower

Concrete bridge towers are widely used in long-span bridges. Aiming at the reinforcement process which requires the largest labor force and has the highest safety risk during the construction of the super high concrete bridge tower. The key technology of assembling design and construction of super high concrete bridge tower reinforcement characterized by “industrialized production of mesh, rapid section forming and on-site assembling installation” is creatively proposed. In terms of design, the three-dimensional bridge tower reinforcement is discretized into planar or 3D mesh. In order to facilitate the reinforcement segment, a new flush lapping is used for the circumferential connection of stirrup, and the tapered sleeve splicing is used for the connection of the reinforcement parts between the segments, and the reliability of the connection is verified by experiments. In terms of construction, industrial assembly lines are used for the production of steel mesh and overall bending forming. The bridge tower reinforcement segments are assembled on the special jig, and finally installed on the tower by the tower crane. At present, this technology has been successfully applied to projects such as Lingdingyang Bridge, reducing labor intensity, improving construction efficiency by 30%, and ensuring project quality.

Design and Implementation of a Three-phase Asynchronous Motor Intelligent Test System

Background: The locomotive traction motor has gradually shifted from DC motors to AC motors in high-speed railways, and the traction motor needs to be regularly maintained and tested frequently. Objective: The aim of this study was to test the related motor performance by obtaining and analyzing motor data from the test according to the standard "Three-phase Asynchronous Motor Test Method (GB-T 1032-2012)". The performance of the tested motor has been evaluated to meet the relevant requirements of the application. Thus, reasonable and scientific references have been offered for the maintenance and repair of the motor. Methods: A three-phase AC asynchronous motor test system based on LabVIEW and an AC power dynamometer was constructed based on the needs of the factory and type test of a three-phase AC asynchronous motor. Ambient temperature measurement, insulation resistance measurement, DC resistance measurement, no-load characteristics test, overspeed test, blocking characteristics test, load test, and temperature rise test have been carried out. The data on voltage, current, speed, power, and so on, have been collected. A 125 kW three-phase asynchronous motor was tested with the designed system, and the parameters obtained from the system were compared with those from the motor labels. Results: The three-phase AC asynchronous motor test system was designed based on LabVIEW and AC dynamometer operating on an industrial computer with a precision measuring instrument. The most advanced virtual instrument technology was used to combine the powerful data computing and processing ability with the measurement and control ability of instrument hardware. The software proved to be able to acquire data display, control, storage, and analysis simultaneously. In addition, a high degree of intelligence, an automatic motor start and stop control, automatic synchronous acquisition of test data, automatic data processing and calculation, and automatic test report generation and printing function were covered in this system. The simulated results of the system agreed well with the actual performance of the three-phase asynchronous motor, and helped the motor to operate well. Conclusion: The designed testing system exhibited a high automation ability, reliability, and accuracy. It proved to be a time and manpower-saving technical method, improving the actual test efficiency, and helped to reduce labor intensity dramatically.

Application of Intelligent Logistics System Based on AGV Robot in Medical Consumables Management

Medical consumables are expensive, with numerous specifications and large usage, and traditional manual management models have certain drawbacks. Building an intelligent logistics management system to improve management level. Using AGV robots to achieve functions such as outbound, inbound, and inventory in the primary warehouse, the original "person to goods" mode is transformed into "goods to person" mode. The intelligent logistics system based on AGV robots saves manpower, costs, reduces labor intensity, improves warehouse utilization, improves work efficiency. Hospital is a new field of intelligent logistics development, and intelligent logistics systems based on AGV robots have achieved good application results in hospitals, and improved the level of hospital intelligent management.

Использование аналитических процедур и искусственного интеллекта в системе внутреннего контроля рисков финансовой безопасности компаний

The article discusses methodological issues of using analytical procedures in the internal control system of financial security risks of a company using the example of accounts receivable. Problems have been identified and the advantages of digital transformation of control activities through analytical procedures of artificial intelligence have been substantiated, which reduces labor intensity, increases the efficiency of internal control as a result of a deeper analysis of information, increased security and confidentiality, as well as a risk-based approach.

Ecological glue for traditional furniture: Optimization of the handicraft for making fish glue.

Through a comprehensive review of published literature on fish glue (FG), the ecological glue for traditional furniture, the traditional handicraft for making FG was found to include six main processes: soaking, steaming, manual smashing, decoction, filtration, and airing. The handicraft that makes FG is manual and is not only time-consuming and laborious but does not have clearly documented standard processes and is thus less repeatable. Considering this, experiments to optimize a new technique for making FG were designed. Six basic technological processes (cutting and drying, crushing, soaking, decoction, filtration, and airing) were investigated to optimize the new glue production technique. The technological processes of the new technique were compared with those of the traditional handicraft method. The results indicated that preparing FG following the optimal processes of the new glue-making technique not only ensured the quality of the glue solution but also outperformed the traditional handicraft technique in the following aspects: 1) it simplifies the production process, reduces labor intensity, and saves time: the soaking time is decreased by 50% and the traditional manual smashing process is not required; 2) it improves the glue yield by 5.42%; and 3) due to introduction of mechanical processing, time and temperature are controllable, rendering production more repeatable and easily up-scaled.