Implicit communication robots based on automatic scenario generation using web intelligence

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 312-335
Author(s):  
Ryo Mashimo ◽  
Tatsuya Kitamura ◽  
Tomohiro Umetani ◽  
Akiyo Nadamoto
Keyword(s):  
Real Time ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Communication Style ◽  
Scenario Generation ◽  
Knowledge Gap ◽  
Knowledge Gaps ◽  
Web Intelligence ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Implicit Communication ◽  
Web News

Purpose This paper aims to propose a system that generates dialogue scenarios automatically in real time from Web news articles. Then, the authors used the Manzai metaphor, a form of Japanese traditional humorous comedy, in the system. The generated Manzai scenario consists of snappy patter and a humorous misunderstanding of dialogue based on the gap of our structure of funny points. The authors create communication robots to amuse people with the generated humorous robot dialogue scenarios. Design/methodology/approach The authors propose the following: how to generate funny dialogue-based scenario from Web news and Web intelligence, automatically? How to create direction of robots based on the pre-experiment? The authors conducted experiments from three viewpoints, namely, effectiveness of Manzai scenarios as content, effectiveness of Manzai-Robots as a medium and familiarity of Manzai-Robots. Findings In this paper, the authors find two points, namely, the new communication style called “human–robots implicit communication-and bridging the knowledge gap using Web intelligence, to communicate smoothly between humans and robots. Originality/value Numerous studies have examined communication robots that mutually communicate with people. However, for several reasons, communicating smoothly with people is difficult for robots. One reason is the problem of communication style. Another is knowledge gaps separating humans and robots. The authors propose a new communication style to solve the problems and designate the communication style based on dialogue between robots as “human-robot implicit communication”. The authors then create communication robots to communicate with people naturally, smoothly and with familiarity according to their dialogue.

Halochromic optical nose for assessment of spoilage of packed seer fish

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kesavan Devarayan ◽  
Kopperundevi Sivakami Nagaraju ◽  
Padmavathi Pandiyan
Keyword(s):  
Thin Film ◽  
Real Time ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Real Time Monitoring ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Color Changes ◽  
Thin Film Sensors ◽  
Unique Color ◽  
Indicator Dyes ◽  
Seer Fish

Purpose The present study aims to describe the development of halochromic thin film sensors using mixed indicator dyes for monitoring the spoilage of packed seer fish. Design/methodology/approach Thin film was prepared using renewable polysaccharide incorporated with mixed indicator dyes. The thin film was characterized using ultraviolet visible and Fourier transform-infrared spectroscopy. The characteristics of the thin film were studied by analyzing the CIELAB and Red Green Blue values and biodegradability. The thin films were evaluated for real-time monitoring of the spoilage of packed seer fish. Findings The thin film sensors were found to exhibit excellent halochromism. The color changes were visible and distinguishable. The sensors responded efficiently for real-time monitoring of spoilage of fish by showing unique color changes. Originality/value This study provides promising mixed indicator that exhibits different colors in the alkaline pH. Also the present study reveals a potential combination of materials for preparation of halochromic sensors that can be used for monitoring the spoilage of packed seer fish in real time.

Parallelization and analysis of selected numerical algorithms using OpenMP and Pluto on symmetric multiprocessing machine

2019 ◽  
Vol 53 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-32
Author(s):  
Tanvir Habib Sardar ◽  
Ahmed Rimaz Faizabadi
Keyword(s):  
Parallel Computing ◽  
Real Time ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Original Work ◽  
Multicore Processors ◽  
Numerical Algorithms ◽  
Huge Amount ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Programming Paradigm ◽  
Symmetric Multiprocessing

PurposeIn recent years, there is a gradual shift from sequential computing to parallel computing. Nowadays, nearly all computers are of multicore processors. To exploit the available cores, parallel computing becomes necessary. It increases speed by processing huge amount of data in real time. The purpose of this paper is to parallelize a set of well-known programs using different techniques to determine best way to parallelize a program experimented.Design/methodology/approachA set of numeric algorithms are parallelized using hand parallelization using OpenMP and auto parallelization using Pluto tool.FindingsThe work discovers that few of the algorithms are well suited in auto parallelization using Pluto tool but many of the algorithms execute more efficiently using OpenMP hand parallelization.Originality/valueThe work provides an original work on parallelization using OpenMP programming paradigm and Pluto tool.

Lasers sensors very accurately measure both speed and length in real time

Sensor Review ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard Bloss
Keyword(s):  
Real Time ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Laser Measurement ◽  
Quality Cost ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Laser Sensors ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Length Measurements ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Insight Into

Purpose – Review of the advancements in non-contact laser sensors for much more accurate real time speed as well as length measurements. The paper aims to discuss these issues. Design/methodology/approach – In-depth review of a number of applications of laser sensors. Findings – A wide range of manufacturers in the converting industries have solved measurement problems and realized major improvements in product quality, cost of production and productivity by applying laser measurement as well as reduction in scrap. Practical implications – Others with the need to make very accurate measurements of speed and length in real time may find that laser sensors may provide the answer. Originality/value – An expert insight into how to solve real time speed and length measurement problems.

Guidelines for effective intercultural business negotiations

2019 ◽  
Vol 18 (5) ◽  
pp. 199-203
Author(s):  
Jean-Claude Usunier
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Time Orientation ◽  
Communication Style ◽  
Senior Executives ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Cultural Aspects ◽  
Situational Variable ◽  
Business Negotiations ◽  
Key Negotiation

Purpose For managers and senior executives who find themselves negotiating with international partners who differ in terms of culture, communication style, time orientation, as well as personal and professional backgrounds, understanding the complex range of factors that impact intercultural business negotiations (ICBN) for short – is a fundamentally important skill. Design/methodology/approach This paper is based on an organised review of literature on culture and business negotiations in Usunier (2019), systematically examining the interface of culture with dispositional (e.g. negotiator’s gender) and situational variable (e.g. type of contract, one-shot versus repeated deals). Findings Empathy is not all, culture overlaps and interacts with other key negotiation variables. The paper derives a set of guidelines for effective ICBN. Originality/value Many approaches to ICBN emphasise culture as a stand-alone variable. The approach helps to avoid naïve behaviour and proposes a framework for linking cultural aspects to other major situational and dispositional variables in the ICBN process.

Integrating Big Data in “e-Oman”: opportunities and challenges

Info ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 18 (5) ◽  
pp. 79-97 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stuti Saxena ◽  
Sujeet Kumar Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Big Data ◽  
Real Time ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Public Services ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
The Government ◽  
Time Basis ◽  
Privacy And Confidentiality ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to integrate Big Data in e-government in Oman, also known as “e-Oman”, wherein Big Data might be better harnessed to tackle real-time challenges. Design/methodology/approach Besides a description of the concepts of e-government and Big Data in general, the paper underscores the dimensions of “e-Oman”. Following a qualitative approach, the paper asserts how integration of Big Data in “e-Oman” may be useful by invoking examples from four short case studies across different sectors. Findings The paper supports the integration of “e-Oman” and Big Data wherein besides providing smooth public services, the government is encouraged to forge inter- and intra-ministerial collaboration and public-private partnership. The paper probes through the challenges and opportunities in effecting this integration. Practical implications The paper provides a platform for the policymakers to conceive of a synchronized programme for integrating “e-Oman” and the Big Data generated by it. This integration would go a long way in building upon the economy of Oman, besides providing better public services to the individuals and businesses on a real-time basis. Social implications The paper does throw light on the issues of privacy and confidentiality of data available with the government. There are challenges of cybercrime as well. Therefore, the paper posits that a robust fool-proof infrastructure should be instituted by the government for effecting integration of e-government and Big Data. Originality/value This paper seeks to fill the gap in extant literature which remains scant on the integration of e-government with Big Data. This is especially true in the case of Oman where not a single study has been presented to probe this issue. Given that “e-Oman” is expanding its scope over the years, this paper foresees the concomitant opportunities and challenges in the integration of Big Data in “e-Oman”.

OBD-II and raspberry Pi technology to diagnose car’s machine current condition: study literature

2017 ◽  
Vol 34 (10) ◽  
pp. 15-21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sonya Rapinta Manalu ◽  
Jurike Moniaga ◽  
Dionisius Andrian Hadipurnawan ◽  
Firda Sahidi
Keyword(s):  
Real Time ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Raspberry Pi ◽  
Data Link ◽  
Content Type ◽  
History Of ◽  
To Receive ◽  
Technology Comparison

Purpose Low-cost microcomputers such as the Raspberry Pi are common in library makerspaces. This paper aims to create an OBD-II technology to diagnose a vehicle’s condition. Design/methodology/approach An OBD-II scanner plugged into the OBD-II port or usually called the data link connector (DLC), sends diagnostics to the Raspberry Pi. Findings Compared with other microcontrollers such as Arduino, the Raspberry Pi was chosen because it sustains the application to receive real-time diagnostics, process the diagnostics and send commands to automobiles at the same time, rather than Arduino that must wait for another process finished to run another process. Originality/value This paper also represents the history of mobile technology and OBD-II technology, comparison between Arduino and Raspberry Pi and Node.

Designing organizations for sustainable effectiveness

2014 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 14-34 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan Albers Mohrman ◽  
Edward E. Lawler III
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Environmental Issues ◽  
Knowledge Gap ◽  
Design Features ◽  
Stakeholder Expectations ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Global Issues ◽  
Sustainable Future ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
New Strategies

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine design features that enable an organization to address today's complex and increasingly pressing global issues in ways that are sustainably effective. It identifies key social and environmental issues and reviews research examining how organizations can respond to them. Design/methodology/approach – Research and theory on the interface between organizations and their environments are reviewed and evaluated. Proposals are offered with respect to organizing and designing to be sustainably effective. Findings – There is a significant knowledge gap about how organizations can perform in sustainably effective ways. The globalization of business, increased stakeholder expectations, and environmental issues have created major challenges for corporations. Research that focusses on creating a sustainable future is needed. Practical implications – Leaders need to help their organization envision new strategies and purposes, and companies will have to develop new capabilities and fundamentally alter their designs. Originality/value – Important new points about the types of outcomes organizations need to produce and how they can be structured and managed in order to produce them.

Dynamic drape behaviours of wool woven suiting fabrics considering real-time use

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Gonca Balci Kilic ◽  
Murat Demir ◽  
Musa Kilic
Keyword(s):  
Real Time ◽  
Time Use ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Rotation Speed ◽  
Woven Fabrics ◽  
Unit Weight ◽  
Bending Rigidity ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Deformation Properties ◽  
Time Usage

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to analyse dynamic drape behaviours of 100% wool woven suiting fabrics considering real-time usage.Design/methodology/approachDynamic drape coefficients of 100% wool woven fabrics were measured at different rotation speeds (25, 75, 125 and 175 rpm) with a commercially used fabric drape tester which works on image processing principle. Average daily walking speed of male and female volunteers was determined and the closest rotation speed was selected to calculate dynamic drape coefficient at walking (DDCw). Besides, bending rigidity and shear deformation properties, which are known to be related to the static drape behaviours of the fabrics, were also measured and the relationships between these parameters and DDCw were examined.FindingsAs a result of the experimental study, it was found that dynamic drape coefficients become greater, which means the fabrics take flatter position, with the increase of the rotation speed. In addition, it was also seen that parameters known to be related to static drape behaviours such as unit weight and bending stiffness have less effect on the dynamic drapes of fabrics. For the estimation of dynamic drape behaviour of fabrics, parameters such as static perimeter, dynamic perimeter, etc. are found more significant.Originality/valueTo date, although studies about dynamic drape behaviours of the fabrics claimed that dynamic drape gives more realistic results for in wearer experience, few of them focused on the rotation speed of dynamic drape tester for real-time usage. As dynamic drape behaviours of fabrics may differ for different rotation speed, determining appropriate speed in accordance with real-time usage gives more realistic results.

Improving stability in physical human–robot interaction by estimating human hand stiffness and a vibration index

2019 ◽  
Vol 46 (4) ◽  
pp. 529-540 ◽  
Author(s):  
Feifei Bian ◽  
Danmei Ren ◽  
Ruifeng Li ◽  
Peidong Liang
Keyword(s):  
Time Delay ◽  
Real Time ◽  
Time Domain ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Interaction Force ◽  
Human Robot Interaction ◽  
Experimental Results ◽  
Human Hand ◽  
Robot Interaction ◽  
Content Type

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to eliminate instability which may occur when a human stiffens his arms in physical human–robot interaction by estimating the human hand stiffness and presenting a modified vibration index. Design/methodology/approach Human hand stiffness is first estimated in real time as a prior indicator of instability by capturing the arm configuration and modeling the level of muscle co-contraction in the human’s arms. A time-domain vibration index based on the interaction force is then modified to reduce the delay in instability detection. The instability is confirmed when the vibration index exceeds a given threshold. The virtual damping coefficient in admittance controller is adjusted accordingly to ensure stability in physical human–robot interaction. Findings By estimating the human hand stiffness and modifying the vibration index, the instability which may occur in stiff environment in physical human–robot interaction is detected and eliminated, and the time delay is reduced. The experimental results demonstrate significant improvement in stabilizing the system when the human operator stiffens his arms. Originality/value The originality is in estimating the human hand stiffness online as a prior indicator of instability by capturing the arm configuration and modeling the level of muscle co-contraction in the human’s arms. A modification of the vibration index is also an originality to reduce the time delay of instability detection.

Gives you wings or not? Exploring the impact of viewers’ responsibility attribution and surprise on their attitude, identification and trust

2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 113-127
Author(s):  
Jens Seiffert-Brockmann ◽  
Christopher Ruppel ◽  
Sabine Einwiller
Keyword(s):  
Negative Affect ◽  
Real Time ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Inoculation Theory ◽  
Responsibility Attribution ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Red Bull

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the impact of critical, journalistic documentaries on viewers. More precisely, it investigates the effects of responsibility attribution and surprise on stakeholder attitude, trust and identification. Design/methodology/approach In a quasi-experimental pre-post setting, 127 participants viewed a documentary about Austrian beverage and marketing company Red Bull. The film inquired into the deaths of six extreme athletes sponsored by the company. As a critical, investigative piece, the documentary was designed to give viewers the impression that Red Bull was, at least partially, responsible for the athletes’ deaths. Findings Results show that responsibility attribution, the feeling of being surprised and being in a state of negative affect, had a significant impact on viewers’ attitude and trust toward, and identification with Red Bull. Originality/value The study adds insights on surprise as a factor in viewers’ assessment of responsibility. The study is original in terms of methodology by using real-time rating to ascertain which sequences trigger changes in responsibility attribution among viewers. Furthermore, implications of the study’s findings with regard to inoculation theory are discussed.

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