Articles tagged with Systems Engineering
Researchers created a new method to analyze molecular interactions by leveraging hypergraphs to represent complex connections among molecules. The approach resolves limitations of traditional graph-based models, enabling more accurate discovery of interaction patterns.
A new anti-windup design paradigm was developed to improve control system performance in the presence of actuator saturation. The triple loop anti-windup design outperforms other methods, demonstrating stronger ability to recover nominal closed-loop performance.
Stanford expert Elisabeth Paté-Cornell argues that 'black swan' events are rare, while 'perfect storms' can be assessed using systematic risk analysis. She recommends considering dependent events and external factors to make better management decisions.
A Korean research team uses systems metabolic engineering to improve butanol production in Clostridium acetobutylicum. The optimized process yields over 585g of butanol from 1.8Kg of glucose, making biofuel production cost-competitive.
The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) has successfully engineered microbes to produce biodegradable materials like polylactic acid, which can be used in various applications. Metabolic engineering enhances microbial performance to improve the production of desired chemicals and materials.
The project aims to develop a comprehensive health information technology data preparation strategy to provide accurate healthcare demand and supply portfolio data. The team will also create stochastic optimization models to aid in managing patient panels and staffing levels for PCMH teams.
The first of three third-generation TDRS satellites is set to launch in December, providing critical communication support for NASA's human spaceflight endeavors and science missions. The new satellite will increase bandwidth and ensure operational continuity for NASA's Space Network.
The US Department of Homeland Security's Science and Technology Directorate has developed the BIOSwimmer, an unmanned underwater vehicle inspired by the tuna fish. It features a flexible aft section and fins for high maneuverability in hard-to-reach spaces, making it ideal for inspection and security missions.
Concordia University researchers created a computer model to help car-sharing services grow while reducing congestion and carbon emissions. The model assesses areas with greatest growth potential and simulates various scenarios to predict the best strategy for growth.
The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation's Patient Care Program aims to improve healthcare by engaging patients and their families, reducing costs, and increasing patient safety. The program focuses on eliminating all preventable harms to adult patients in acute-care settings and reconfiguring clinical processes, care teams, and technolog...
The National Science Foundation has awarded a three-year grant to Virginia Tech to optimize DNA molecule fabrication using industrial engineering methods. The project aims to increase productivity in life science research and create manufacturing jobs for undereducated individuals.
The GTRI's automated pavement crack detection and sealing system can detect cracks as small as one-eighth-inch wide and efficiently fill them, increasing road structural integrity and extending repaving project time. The system requires fewer personnel and increases roadway coverage per day, saving transportation departments money.
The NIH has awarded $400,000 to Arizona State University's Kevin Bennett to develop a non-invasive method for detecting nephritis, a common form of kidney disease. The new technology uses magnetic resonance imaging and magnetic nanoparticles to extract information about the kidney's function and location.
Researchers at KAIST develop microorganisms to produce natural and non-natural chemicals from renewable biomass through systems metabolic engineering. The study presents new general strategies for improving cellular characteristics and designing synthetic metabolic pathways, enabling high-efficiency production of desired chemicals and ...
A WPI research team will conduct fire testing on a five-story building after simulating earthquakes on the nation's largest outdoor shake table. The goal is to gather data that will help engineers design better fire protection systems and provide safer buildings for people and property.
Researchers at Georgia Tech developed models to optimize breast milk distribution in South Africa and malaria intervention distribution in Swaziland, increasing coverage by over 25%. They also forecasted disaster preparedness plans for Puerto Rico and Belize, providing recommendations for health care resources and hospital capacities.
A team of engineers led by Ioannis Poulakakis aims to create robots that can run like animals, enabling them to access areas inaccessible to conventional vehicles. Using biomechanics research, they seek to develop a family of systematic control strategies that work with the robot's natural dynamics.
Researchers at JBEI have developed a breakthrough in engineering systems of RNA molecules through computer-assisted design, enabling the development of new strains of E. coli that can digest switchgrass biomass and convert it into three types of transportation fuels. This technology has the potential to improve the production of advanc...
Joint BioEnergy Institute researchers have developed CAD-type models and simulations for RNA molecules, enabling the design of complex RNA-based control systems. These systems can process cellular information and program gene expression, holding enormous potential for microbial-based sustainable production of advanced biofuels.
The Office of Naval Research (ONR) has released its latest science and technology strategic plan, emphasizing the importance of autonomous systems and speed-to-fleet in meeting future naval requirements. The plan also highlights initiatives to increase the talent pool of future naval scientists and engineers.
Georgia Institute of Technology experts developed RealOpt-ABM software to model guest movement through the aquarium. The tool accurately predicted guest flow, recommending strategies for show scheduling, resource allocation, and theater loading/unloading. Optimized designs minimized congestion and ensured an amazing guest experience.
The EU-funded ADVANCE project will deliver methods and tools for formal modelling, verification, and validation to produce precise models for embedded systems. This will help eliminate design errors before projects go into manufacturing, reducing costs and improving system quality.
The University of Arizona space systems engineer Roberto Furfaro and his colleagues have designed an autonomous guidance system that will fly the privately-funded Moon Express lander to the lunar surface. The $30 million X Prize is won by landing a spacecraft on the moon, deploying a robot, and sending back an image and data to Earth.
The Gemini-Scout Mine Rescue Robot is equipped with gas sensors, a thermal camera, and can haul food, air packs, and medicine to trapped miners. It can navigate through water, over boulders, and rubble piles ahead of rescuers, providing critical information to aid rescue efforts.
A new study models technology complexity to predict rapid improvement. The researchers found that more complex systems change and improve slowly over time.
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have made significant progress in controlling the characteristics of lead selenide nanowires, a promising material for semiconductors. By manipulating the exposure to oxygen and chemical hydrazine, they can alter the conductive properties between p-type and n-type devices.
A UWM study found that nearly half of women who left engineering careers cited negative working conditions as the primary reason. Factors influencing retention include workplace culture, supervisors, and training opportunities.
Researchers propose a new cross-disciplinary approach to analyze and prevent systemic failures in complex systems. Such catastrophes, including power blackouts and disasters, are often caused by fragility in complex systems due to nonlinear interactions among components.
The smart sensor system recognizes spatio-temporal patterns of perimeter intrusion by foot, fence, or vehicle to protect remote perimeters against unauthorized access. It actively raises alerts for fence climbing and human footsteps while ignoring typical visitor activity.
A group of academics recommend transforming university culture to prioritize teaching alongside research. They suggest training science faculty in best practices, promoting teaching excellence for tenure, and creating awards supporting teaching.
NASA has formed a single systems engineering organization for its James Webb Space Telescope, combining Northrop Grumman's expertise with NASA's mission-level decision-making. The new team aims to streamline communication and decision-making, reducing costs and meeting the launch goal with minimal risk.
A new £2.4 million research project aims to develop technologies that can help respond to global health, transportation, energy and climate challenges. The project will focus on improving the fuel efficiency of air and marine transport, as well as developing new techniques for simulating fluid dynamics at the micro and nano scales.
The Office of Naval Research has awarded a $7.5M grant to Boston University to develop unmanned aircraft inspired by the flight mechanics of bats, birds, and insects. The project will investigate biological capabilities for agile flight and integrate engineering design with biological studies.
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) will present technical achievement awards to recognize outstanding contributions in aerospace power systems and energy efficiency. Edward M. Gaddy and Essam Khalil are among the recipients, honored for their work on space photovoltaics and energy-efficient combustors.
Researchers developed a reversible watermarking system to verify the authenticity of digital images without modifying them. The system uses a Hash Message Authentication Code (HMAC) to embed and extract watermark bits, allowing for lossless data integrity verification.
The new system integrates optical scanning, data processing, and encryption with manual ballot paper writing, ensuring total vote-counting accuracy. It also allows voters to verify their vote without revealing how they voted.
Researchers have recorded and recreated Egyptian fruit bats' echolocation calls, allowing them to apply the technique to human engineering systems. The study will enhance information on robotic vehicles' locations, detecting structural flaws.
Dijiang Huang's secure mobile cloud computing research has earned a $510,000 ONR grant to develop advanced mobile wireless systems. The goal is to create a framework for mobile defense operations using cloud-computing techniques.
Researchers at Caltech develop a nonlinear acoustic lens producing highly focused sound bullets for advanced medical imaging, nondestructive evaluation, and potentially even cancer treatment. The device exploits particle contacts to create compact acoustic pulses with high amplitude and low distortion.
The University of Houston welcomes the NSF-supported National Center for Airborne Laser Mapping, bringing cutting-edge laser mapping technology to its campus. The center aims to advance research in geosensing systems engineering, improving disaster recovery, oil and gas exploration, and environmental studies.
David Boore developed a well-known method for computing estimates of ground motion from simulated earthquakes, known as SMSIM. His work has advanced understanding of strong-motion seismology and influenced seismic building standards worldwide.
A team of engineers from the University of Seville has developed a system to monitor historical monuments remotely, using sensors on the Giraldillo sculpture. The study reveals that the sculpture requires specific wind speeds and temperatures to move and position itself, with no abnormal values recorded in vibration frequencies.
To create sustainable engineers in the 21st century, educators and students must be aware of emerging fields and their global context. This includes developing business skills and understanding social and environmental implications.
Arizona State University professor Brad Allenby argues that geoengineering solutions to environmental problems need to account for their social and cultural implications. He contends that the planet no longer has purely natural systems but an integrated natural-human environment shaped by centuries of technological evolution.
The GOES-P spacecraft has been fueled and prepared for its 14-year orbit around the Earth. Engineers conducted propulsion system pressurization and leak checks to prevent fuel leaks. The launch vehicle is currently processing on stand, with a March 1 target date.
Researchers are developing a smart bushfire monitoring system that uses temperature and humidity sensors connected to GPS and wireless communication technologies. The system offers several benefits over earlier detection methods, including easy adaptability and low initial expense.
Three African scientists have been awarded the inaugural TWAS-AAS-Microsoft Award for Young Scientists for their outstanding contributions to science and development in Africa. Youcef Bentoutou, Omar Fakih Hamad, and Tshilidzi Marwala will receive a cash prize of €7,000 each.
A new UWM study investigates the factors influencing career decisions among women with engineering degrees, focusing on self-confidence, work-life balance, and workplace climate. The POWER survey aims to design effective policies for increasing women's retention in engineering careers.
Dr. George Whitesides receives the inaugural Dreyfus Prize in the Chemical Sciences for his pioneering work in materials chemistry. He has developed innovative methods for creating new materials that have significantly advanced the field of chemistry and its societal benefits.
Researchers developed formulas and models to predict boiling behavior in microchannels, allowing for more efficient cooling systems. The new technology can be used to cool high-power electronic components in vehicles, improving performance and reducing overheating.
A new formula for assessing tropical sky climate conditions allows for optimized daylighting and shading. The study suggests that for over 95% of occupancy periods, daylight alone can suffice for lighting with the right window configuration.
Engineers propose new laws to rethink human-robot relationships, focusing on human organizations that develop and deploy robots. The laws aim to ensure high safety standards and address the limitations of current AI capabilities.
A new type of optical particle trap has been developed by UCSC researchers to manipulate particles on a chip. This innovation enables the rapid detection and sorting of bacteria and viruses, with potential applications in hospitals and research labs.
Concordia University has received a $3,348,402 CFI investment to support advanced research infrastructure, benefiting faculty members Suong Hoa, Lynn Hughes, and Ann English. The funding will enhance the university's reputation as an emerging leader in research across various fields.
The UC San Diego Jacobs School of Engineering has launched the Bernard and Sophia Gordon Engineering Leadership Center to cultivate effective engineering leaders. The center will offer leadership courses, forums with industry leaders, and challenges for students to design and build products that benefit society.
Evelyn Hirt, IEEE-USA president-elect, and William Wulf, former NAE President, will receive the organization's highest honors for their contributions to engineering professionalism and public service. They join other award recipients recognized for their achievements in advancing U.S. competitiveness in science and technology.
Researchers at the University of California, Santa Cruz, have found evidence that mobile repetitive elements, or 'jumping genes,' significantly impact the evolution of gene regulatory networks. At least five percent of the human genome has been under negative selection during most of mammalian evolution, indicating functional importance.
The Bobby B. Lyle School of Engineering at Southern Methodist University will participate in the Systems Engineering Research Center (SERC), a UARC funded by the DoD, focusing on complex systems engineering issues. SERC aims to support defense system development and integration.
The Systems Engineering Research Center (SERC) will support the development, integration, and testing of complex defense systems. Penn State's Applied Research Lab, College of Information Sciences and Technology, and Great Valley School of Graduate Professional Studies are involved in the center.
The University of Texas at Austin and its collaborators have been awarded a $6.8 million grant to develop two wireless monitoring systems for highway bridges. The system will continuously monitor cracks or defects in key structural components, enabling real-time assessment of bridge safety.