Articles tagged with Control Systems
The center section of NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has been completed, marking a significant milestone in the telescope's hardware development. The backplane will support the telescope's mirrors, instruments, and thermal control systems during its mission.
Researchers developed a biologically inspired control system that uses memory of past control experiences and outcomes to generate new actions. This approach shows promise for enhancing wind power conversion efficiency, outperforming traditional methods in simulations.
Computer scientists at Carnegie Mellon University developed a model of a distributed car control system and used mathematical methods to formally verify its safety. They proved that the system design would keep cars from crashing into each other, even for complex scenarios like merging across multi-lane highways.
A study by researchers at the University of Valencia found that up to 26% of herbs sold in Spain are contaminated with bacteria, compromising their quality. The study highlights the need for improved health controls during production and cultivation to prevent health risks.
Researchers at Ohio State University have designed a new control system software that can adapt to changing conditions during a flight, enabling experimental aircraft to fly faster than sound. The system performed flawlessly in computer simulations of flight maneuvers, guiding the jet along its trajectory and keeping it stable.
Researchers have developed a new method for systematically identifying bugs in aircraft collision avoidance systems and other cyber-physical systems. The approach, led by Edmund M. Clarke and Andre Platzer, has detected flaws in aircraft collision avoidance maneuvers and verified the European Train Control System.
After completing the Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP), GOCE's control systems have been confirmed to be operating normally. The Satellite-to-Satellite Tracking Instrument (SSTI) has also been successfully switched on, enabling autonomous orbit determinations.
Researchers at Virginia Tech have created a mathematical model to explore the roles of noise in controlling DNA replication and cell division. The study reveals flaws in two accepted notions about information processing in single cells, suggesting that the average number of mRNA molecules must be much larger than previously thought.
Researchers at UC Davis developed a control system that allows robots to pick up on cues and predict where leaders are going, enabling them to follow accurately around corners. The system uses behavioral cues such as head turns and incorporates them into decision-making processes.
An international team of engineers is developing mission-critical control software for future European robotic space missions. The project aims to improve the reliability of control systems required for autonomous rendezvous of satellites.
Researchers at Duke University have successfully assembled five micro-robots into a self-organized structure using global control and slight variations in device dimensions. The microrobots, measuring just 100 times smaller than previous designs, can move, turn, and circle together with precision.
The collaboration aims to promote best practices in sterilization monitoring and provide objective educational resources to customers. Belimed will offer access to 3M's Attest Sterile U Network educational resources, while both companies advance higher standards of practice in sterile processing areas.
Dutch researcher Rachel van Ooteghem's innovative control system optimizes climate conditions in a solar greenhouse, leading to a 39% increase in crop yield and a 52% reduction in gas usage. The system uses sustainable energy and minimizes waste heat, resulting in lower costs for growers.
After two months of tweaking, FUSE's control system resumed operations at an efficiency comparable to earlier in the mission. The satellite has obtained significant science data on various celestial objects, including discovering a hot gas halo around the Milky Way galaxy.
Researchers at NIST have developed an improved experimental X-ray detector that can detect X-rays across a broad range of energies with pinpoint energy resolution. The new detector uses quantum-level, transition edge sensors and improved temperature control systems, eliminating the need for constant recalibrations.
The project aims to preserve vital at-risk digital content of Southern culture and history. Virginia Tech will identify digital collections in need of preservation and develop software to meet digital preservation needs.
Geneva Aerospace successfully tested a variable autonomy control system that allows a single human operator to control three unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) during a mission. The demonstration showed advanced yet affordable technologies can enable non-aviators to coordinate multiple UAVs, significantly reducing logistical burden.
The StratoSail system uses a wing suspended below the balloon to steer it through wind, enabling maneuvering towards desired regions or away from unfavorable conditions. With NASA funding, this technology aims to increase science observation strategies, safety, and payload recovery for stratospheric balloons.
Dr. Linda M. Hanagan's innovative approach uses active control systems to dampen vibrations in existing buildings, reducing costs and time required compared to traditional stiffening or thickening methods. The system can be applied quickly, often taking less than a week to fix the problem.
Researchers develop AI-powered system to provide real-time characterization of ice buildup on wings, enhancing pilot decision-making and aircraft stability. The smart ice-management system aims to improve safety for pilots flying in severe icing conditions.
A Stanford doctoral student has developed a dynamic control system that uses Global Positioning System signals to actively control errant oscillations in large space structures. The system can detect centimeter-level precision and automatically fire thrusters to compensate for wayward motions, allowing for stable structure operation.