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Fuzzy Model Predictive Controller for Artificial Pancreas

10.11591/ijpeds.v9.i3.pp1178-1185
Mohamed El Hachimi , Abdelhakim Ballouk , AbdNaceur Baghdad
This work consists on new tuning of Model Predictive Controllers using Fuzzy Logic method. Tree relevant parameters are automatically adjusted the prediction horizon Np, the input weight R and the output weight Q. The proposed controller is implemented in an Artificial Pancreas and tested under realistic conditions in a commercial platform of simulation. The result of the simulations revealed the success of such a method to improve the controller’s performances compared to the previous ones.
Volume: 9
Issue: 3
Page: 1178-1185
Publish at: 2018-09-01

Performance of Malaysian Insurance Companies Using Data Envelopment Analysis

10.11591/ijeecs.v11.i3.pp1147-1151
Ng Jia Bao , Rohaizan Ramlan , Fazeeda Mohamad , Azlina Md Yassin
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the performance of the local insurance in Malaysia for the period 2014-2015. The major challenge in the insurance industry is increasing competition in this market. Besides that, problematic in performance measurement to evaluate performance is another challenge in insurance industry. 24 local insurance companies involved in this study using quantitative method of Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) output-orientation CCR model. This study utilizes three inputs and three outputs; operating expenses, equity capital and commission as well as net premium, net investment income, and net incurred claim. The secondary data sources were derived from official data of local insurance companies’ annual report respectively. The DEA-Solver-LV version 8 tools were used to analyze the data that have been collected to evaluate the performance of local insurance company. This DEA model allows integration of the performance for the insurance companies and provides management overall performance evaluation. The results showed that there are 8 efficient companies in 2014 and 9 efficient companies in 2015. The average efficiency score in 2014 was increased from 78.9% to 79.1% in 2015. The findings from this study will benefit the insurance associations in Malaysia, management of insurances companies and policy makers.
Volume: 11
Issue: 3
Page: 1147-1151
Publish at: 2018-09-01

A Novel Low Power-Application UPS consisting of an APF - Correction circuit & integrated Battery-Management system

10.11591/ijpeds.v9.i3.pp1295-1303
Venkat Gumpini , O. Chandra shekar
For the up-coming generations of power-supply systems, the load located area power-supply sources are an effective one, in terms of our requirements: simplicity, integrity, battery-backup, etc. This could follow the Normalization of power factor & Reducing THD% values on input current, which makes us to add an essential to include a power-factor correction unit at supply side in these new typical topologies. This Proposed architecture presents an integrated battery manage system which can also offers PF correction along with Galvanic-Isolation of battery in a humble single structure. [3] The proposed scheme has the reliable characters like increased efficiency, compact circuit and reduced costs associated with a traditional standalone multiple-stages UPS with PFC. This paper addresses the UPS action, the analysis and simulation results of Proposed UPS scheme.
Volume: 9
Issue: 3
Page: 1295-1303
Publish at: 2018-09-01

Dynamic Voltage Restorer for Sag and Swell Issues in Power System

10.11591/ijeecs.v11.i3.pp1243-1250
Lakshmi Lakshmi Kumari , Uma Vani Uma Vani
This paper presents the application of dynamic voltage restorers (DVR) on power distribution Systems for mitigation of voltage sags/swells at critical loads. DVR is one of the compensating types of custom power devices. The power quality is affected mainly due to the sensitive loads which results in voltage sag and voltage swells. It is necessary to investigate the suitable methods for mitigation of voltage sags. Sensitivity is the main cause of the above power quality problems and it cannot be eliminated completely as it has many other operating properties. So the next possible solution is to correct the problems caused by the sensitive equipments connected to the faulty loads. The occurrence of sag and swell varies with equipment, environment, process operations, desired control schemes etc. From the wide range of mitigation methods, the selected one has to be observed for the effect on the characteristics. These problems can be mitigated with voltage injection method using custom power device, Dynamic Voltage Restorer (DVR). In this paper we design a Dynamic Voltage Restorer (DVR) which is utilized for power quality improvement. The main power quality problems like voltage sag and swell are studied in this paper. The device used to phase out voltage sags and a swell in the distribution lines is the Dynamic Voltage Restorer (DVR). The Dynamic Voltage Restorer is a special type of power device used for providing consistent and reliable supply power to the load devices. Dynamic Voltage Restorer uses a vector control strategy for mitigating power quality problems by automatically detecting and injecting the voltage components through an injection transformer. Here comes the importance of soft computing techniques like PI controller. The system will be able to correct repeated occurrences of the power quality problems. 
Volume: 11
Issue: 3
Page: 1243-1250
Publish at: 2018-09-01

Video Quality Assessment through PSNR Estimation for Different Compression Standards

10.11591/ijeecs.v11.i3.pp918-924
Renuka Girish Deshpande , Lata L Ragha , Satyendra Kumar Sharma
Abstract           There is a threefold increase in video traffic over internet. Due to this video compression has become important. Compression of video signals is quiet an interesting task but comes at the cost of video quality. After compression, two methods are scientifically applied to evaluate the quality of video; Subjective and objective analysis. In subjective approach the compressed video is shown to a group of viewers and their feedback is recorded Objective approach aims to set up a mathematical model which can approximate the results of subjective analysis. One such approach is based on the measurement of PSNR. When a signal is applied to the encoder for compression, too much of compression results in a signal with a smaller size but at the same time quality of the signal degrades. In this paper we will compare the quality of compressed video signals produced by H.264, Mpeg2 and Mpeg4 encoder based on the values of MSE and PSNR. Lower the value of MSE, higher will be the PSNR. Comparative plots of MSE, PSNR, SSIM and images for subjective analysis have been added at the end of this paper. 
Volume: 11
Issue: 3
Page: 918-924
Publish at: 2018-09-01

9-Level Single DC Voltage Source Inverter Controlled Using Selective Harmonic Elimination

10.11591/ijpeds.v9.i3.pp1251-1262
Ibrahim Haruna Shanono , Nor Rul Hasma Abdullah , Aisha Muhammad
This paper presents an efficient cascaded H-bridge inverter topology that is controlled using an optimized selective harmonic elimination pulse width modulation technique. The switching angles are obtained by solving the nonlinear transcendental equation with the aid of genetic algorithm optimization method. Unlike the usual H-bridge converter topologies that require multiple individual direct current (DC) sources and additional switching components per voltage step, the proposed topology utilizes a single DC source to supply two full-bridge modules. The modified topology employs a cascaded multi-winding transformer that has two independent primary windings and series-connected secondary side with 1:E  and 1:3E  turn ratios. The converter topology and switching function are proven to be reliable and efficient, as the total harmonic distortion (THD) is quite low when compared with the conventional H-bridge topology controlled by other modulation techniques. This feature makes it attractive to renewable energy systems, distributed generation, and highly sensitive equipment such as those used in medical, aerospace, and military applications. The topology is simulated using a PSIM package. Simulation results show that all the 11-level lower order odd harmonics are eliminated or suppressed in compliance with the SHE elimination theorem of (N-1).
Volume: 9
Issue: 3
Page: 1251-1262
Publish at: 2018-09-01

Solid-State Transformer (S2T) of Single Phase Matrix Converter

10.11591/ijpeds.v9.i3.pp997-1005
Zafirah Zainuddin , Rahimi Baharom , Ihsan Mohd Yassin , Khairul Safuan Muhammad
Solid-State Transformer (S2T) also known as Power Electronic Transformer (PET) is applied in various industrial fields compared to the conventional transformer due to it flexible voltage transfer ratio, high power density, and low harmonic distortion. This paper presents the S2T of Single Phase Matrix Converter (SPMC) that acts as cyclo-converter. A 1kHz frequency was synthesized on the primary side of the transformer using Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) technique, whilst, the output converted by the SPMC that produces the 50Hz frequency. A part of AC to AC operation, the switching algorithm for safe-commutation technique is also presented to solve the commutation problem caused by the usage of inductive load. Minimization of size, losses and optimal efficiency are the advantages of this approach. The proposed model was simulated by using MATLAB/Simulink (MLS).
Volume: 9
Issue: 3
Page: 997-1005
Publish at: 2018-09-01

Error-correcting Coding Usage for Data Transmission Through Power Lines

10.11591/ijpeds.v9.i3.pp1423-1431
Aleksey Ishchenko , Vladimir Shevelev , Alexander Naronov , Alexander Tcherepanov , Boris Shulgin
A concept of data transmission within downhole telemetry systems in oilfield industry through power lines is presented. Based on this concept, MATLAB/Simulink models simulating communication lines in downhole telemetry systems are built, which can be used as prototypes for development of real systems. The most appropriate signal modulation methods for data transmission in downhole telemetry systems are suggested and discussed. The influence of high-voltage interference on signal transmission through power line from downhole unit to ground based unit is simulated. Usage of error-correcting coding methods for data transmission such as Hamming code, Reed-Solomon code, BCH code is suggested, and its efficiency is demonstrated.
Volume: 9
Issue: 3
Page: 1423-1431
Publish at: 2018-09-01

Evaluation of Selective Harmonic Elimination Pulse Width Modulation Technique for Unipolar Single-Phase H-Bridge Inverter: Comparative Study

10.11591/ijpeds.v9.i3.pp1157-1165
Hussain Attia
In this paper, a detailed comparative study about evaluating the single phase inverter performance based on selective harmonic elimination pulse width modulation (SHE PWM) technique is presented. Set of nonlinear equations are derived, four groups of switching angles are calculated using the numerical iterative method of Newton-Raphson. These angles are representing the ideal solutions to eliminate the low order harmonics from inverter output voltage and load current. Inverter effectiveness is evaluated by comparing the performance based on SHE PWM and based on the conventional constant switching frequency PWM (CSF PWM) technique. Same parameters setting is selected with considering the constant switching frequency value for each case separately as equivalent to the number of switching angles. Moreover, different rated load powers are investigated to explain the merit of SHE PWM within high power applications. MATLAB / Simulink simulation results are clearly indicating the priority of the SHE PWM at all groups of calculated angles and at different load power as well.
Volume: 9
Issue: 3
Page: 1157-1165
Publish at: 2018-09-01

A Concise Review of Control Techniques for Reliable and Efficient Control of Induction Motor

10.11591/ijpeds.v9.i3.pp1124-1139
Abdullah Alwadie
Induction motors are work-horse of the industry and major element in energy conversion. The replacement of the existing non-adjustable speed drives with the modern variable frequency drives would save considerable amount of electricity. A proper control scheme for variable frequency drives can enhance the efficiency and performance of the drive. This paper attempt to provide a rigorous review of various control schemes for the induction motor control and provides critical analysis and guidelines for the future research work. A detailed study of sensor based control schemes and sensor-less control schemes has been investigated. The operation, advantages, and limitations of the various control schemes are highlighted and different types of optimization techniques have been suggested to overcome the limitations of control techniques
Volume: 9
Issue: 3
Page: 1124-1139
Publish at: 2018-09-01

Effect of dust accumulation on the performance of photovoltaic panels in desert countries: A case study for Madinah, Saudi Arabia

10.11591/ijpeds.v9.i3.pp1356-1366
Mohamed Benghanem , Abdullah Almohammedi , Mohammed Taukeer Khan , Ahmad Al-Masraqi
The present research shows the effect of dust accumulation on the surface of photovoltaic (PV) modules, which cause losses in their output power. We got 28% of losses in output power at Madinah city during 60 days of dust accumulation. Two ways were used to study the effect of dust on the PV modules of type monocrystalline silicon: the quantitative and the qualitative approaches respectively. A model based on dust density is used to determine the losses of output PV power. We propose to add an important parameter noted dust accumulation coefficient (%/mg.cm-2), in data sheet of PV modules manufacturer. In addition, an intelligent cleaning system is proposed, using the notion of dust density, to start cleaning when an admissible value of power losses is reached. This process allows minimizing the effect of dust. 
Volume: 9
Issue: 3
Page: 1356-1366
Publish at: 2018-09-01

Weighting Model for Group Decision Support System: A Review

10.11591/ijeecs.v11.i3.pp962-974
Hamdani Hamdani , Retantyo Wardoyo , Khabib Mustofa
This paper was conducted a survey of research findings related to decision-making in groups using weighting techniques This paper conducts a survey of research findings related to decision-making in groups using weighting techniques, therefore, a new weighting model can be proposed.. In order to make a decision, this model works based on the weighting parameters, criteria or decision makers (DM) to give ranking preference in the decision results. Weighting could be done objectively or subjectively by statistical calculations. Subjective weighting based on an understanding or expertise of the decision-making process, furthermore, a numerical value was needed to make it objective. The previous weighting models need to be modified for the development of group decision support systems (GDSS). It is required to accommodate the interests of all stakeholders to link the DM relationship. We formed several groups of weighting methods that currently use for the trend of group decision-making (GDM). It showed that the classical multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) models are still dominant in solving GDSS problems, therefore, it was necessary to apply hybrid MCDM with an approach method of stakeholders models and social networks (SN) to improve decision model that has been applied in the previous research.
Volume: 11
Issue: 3
Page: 962-974
Publish at: 2018-09-01

Control of Pole-Climbing Robot Orientation using Self-Tuning Method

10.11591/ijpeds.v9.i3.pp1029-1037
Muhammad Aziz Muslim , Goegoes Dwi Nusantoro , Rini Nur Hasanah , Mokhammad Hasyim Asy’ari
This paper describes the method to control a hybrid robot whose main task is to climb a pole to place an object on the top of the pole. The hybrid pole-climbing robot considered in this paper uses 2 Planetary PG36 DC-motors as actuators and an external rotary encoder sensor to provide a feedback on the change in robot orientation during the climbing movement. The orientation control of the pole-climbing robot using self-tuning method has been realized by identifying the transfer function of the actuator system under consideration, being followed with the calculation of control parameters using the self-tuning pole-placement method, and furthermore being implemented on the external rotary encoder sensor. Self-tuning pole-placement method has been explored to control the parameters q0, q1, q2, and p1 of the controller. The experiments were done on a movement path in a form of a cylindrical pole. The first experiment was done based one the change in rotation angle of the rotary sensor with the angle values greater than 50˚ in the positive direction, whereas the second experiment was done with the angle values greater than -50˚ in the negative direction. The experiment results show that the control of the robot under consideration could maintain its original position at the time of angle change disturbance and that the robot could climb in a straight direction within the specified tolerance of orientation angle change.
Volume: 9
Issue: 3
Page: 1029-1037
Publish at: 2018-09-01

Input Current Ripple Analysis of Multiphase PWM Inverters

10.11591/ijpeds.v9.i3.pp1432-1444
Anwar Muqorobin , Pekik Argo Dahono
This paper investigates the relationship between inverter phase number and inverter input current ripple. Analysis results show that increasing the phase number more than nine cannot provide significant input current ripple reduction. The input current ripple is not affected by the switching frequency. Simulation and experimental results are included in this paper to show the validity of the proposed analysis method.
Volume: 9
Issue: 3
Page: 1432-1444
Publish at: 2018-09-01

The Recovery of Energy from a Hybrid System to Improve the Performance of a Photovoltaic Cell

10.11591/ijpeds.v9.i3.pp957-964
Abdelhak Lekbir , Chin Kim Gan , Mohd Ruddin Ab Ghani , Tole Sutikno
The main objective of this work is to study a photovoltaic/thermoelectric hybrid generator system, ranging from characterisation of thermoelectric (TE) and photovoltaic (PV) modules basic elements of thermal and PV energy conversion into electrical energy through necessary modelling steps. The bibliographic study allows TE and PV generation to be positioned in the current context, by presenting their history and evolution. In some sectors, this technology has already matured. For example, in the space sector, the scientific activity seems to show an acceleration in hybrid systems development in the solar field. This research field remains completely open, as evidenced by the multiplicity of technological solutions implemented. A significant part of this work has been to develop generic energy models of various modules (PV and thermal) for a multi-source generator design, based on experimental tests and existing technologies. In addition, a methodology for sizing optimisation of such generator was proposed by considering surface or volume criteria, number of thermoelectric generator (TEG) modules and temperature gradient.
Volume: 9
Issue: 3
Page: 957-964
Publish at: 2018-09-01
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