Slope Error Measurements of Parabolic Troughs Using the Reflected Image of the Absorber Tube

2009 ◽  
Vol 131 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Steffen Ulmer ◽  
Boris Heinz ◽  
Klaus Pottler ◽  
Eckhard Lüpfert
Keyword(s):  
Digital Camera ◽  
Observation Point ◽  
Fast Method ◽  
Image Analysis Algorithm ◽  
Measurement Results ◽  
Close Range ◽  
Photogrammetric Method ◽  
Slope Error ◽  
Geometric Relationship ◽  
Good Agreement

A new and fast method for optically measuring the reflector slope of parabolic troughs with high accuracy has been developed. It uses the reflection of the absorber tube in the concentrator, as seen from some distance, and is therefore called “absorber reflection method.” A digital camera is placed at a distant observation point perpendicular to the trough axis with the concentrator orientated toward it. Then, a set of pictures from the absorber tube reflection is taken with slightly different tilt angles of the concentrator. A specially developed image analysis algorithm detects the edges of the absorber tube in the reflected images. This information, along with the geometric relationship between the components, the relative collector tilt angles, and the known approximately parabolic shape of the concentrator, is used to calculate the slopes perpendicular to the trough axis. Measurement results of a EuroTrough segment of four facets are presented and verified with results from a reference measurement using high-resolution close-range photogrammetry. The results show good agreement in statistical values as well as in local values of the reflector slope. Compared to the existing photogrammetric method, the new technique reduces drastically the time measurement.

Study of close-Range Photogrammetric Method Using Ordinary Digital Camera

2011 ◽  
Vol 110-116 ◽  
pp. 4337-4342
Author(s):  
Ying Dan Mao
Keyword(s):  
Image Processing ◽  
Digital Imaging ◽  
Digital Camera ◽  
Mapping Method ◽  
Digital Cameras ◽  
Basic Principles ◽  
Progressive Development ◽  
Close Range Photogrammetry ◽  
Close Range ◽  
Photogrammetric Method

With the progressive development of photogrammetric technology, the digital photogrammetric method based on the basic principles of digital imaging and photogrammetry has replaced the traditional photogrammetric mapping method and has been widely promoted and applied. In this paper, it studies further the issues about the image processing and photogrammetric algorithms of common digital cameras based on some research results in the traditional field of close-range photogrammetry, and verifies with actual examples the application of using digital cameras to implement the close-range photogrammetric method to engineering is feasible.

Slope Measurements of Parabolic Dish Concentrators Using Color-Coded Targets

2007 ◽  
Vol 130 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Steffen Ulmer ◽  
Peter Heller ◽  
Wolfgang Reinalter
Keyword(s):  
Flux Distribution ◽  
Optical Axis ◽  
Digital Camera ◽  
Accurate Method ◽  
Observation Point ◽  
Color Target ◽  
Image Analysis Algorithm ◽  
Design Values ◽  
Parabolic Dish ◽  
Normal Vectors

A new fast and highly accurate method for measuring the slope errors of parabolic dish concentrators has been developed. This method uses a flat target with colored stripes placed close to the focal plane of the concentrator and a digital camera located at an observation point on the optical axis at some distance from it. A specially developed image analysis algorithm detects the different colors of the images of the reflection of the target in the concentrator and assigns them their known position on the color target. This information, along with the geometry of the measurement setup and the theoretical parabolic shape of the concentrator, is used to calculate the normal vectors of the concentrator surface. From these normal vectors, the radial and tangential slopes can be calculated and compared to the design values of the concentrator. The resulting slope errors not only give the total concentrator error for general characterization of the dish but also indicate systematic errors from fabrication and installation with a high spatial resolution. In order to verify the quality of the results obtained, a ray-tracing code was developed that calculates the flux distribution on planes perpendicular to the optical axis. Measured slope errors of a 8.5m dish concentrator are presented and the calculated flux distributions are compared to measured flux distributions. The comparison shows excellent agreement in the flux distribution on the absorber plane. This verifies the promising potential of this fast and highly precise new method for measuring imperfections in dish concentrator shape.

The study of acoustic scattering from a single sound-permeable sphere

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 79-91 ◽  
Author(s):  
E.Sh. Nasibullaeva
Keyword(s):  
Speed Of Sound ◽  
Numerical Technique ◽  
Acoustic Scattering ◽  
Computer Time ◽  
Physical Parameters ◽  
Fast Method ◽  
Scattering Field ◽  
Permeable Sphere ◽  
Test Verification ◽  
Good Agreement

The paper presents a generalized mathematical model and numerical investigation of the problem of acoustic scattering from a single sound-permeable sphere during the passage of two types of waves - spherical from a monopole radiation source and a plane one. In solving the Helmholtz equation, a numerical technique based on the fast method of multipoles is used, which allows achieving high accuracy of the results obtained at the lowest cost of computer time. The calculations are compared with known experimental data and a good agreement is obtained. The formulas for calculating the main characteristic of the scattering field (the total scattering cross section) for a sound-permeable sphere are generalized. The effect on this characteristic of the physical parameters of media outside and inside the sphere, such as the density and speed of sound, is shown. A numerical parametric analysis of the pressure distribution around a single sound-permeable sphere for different values of the wave radius, density, and speed of sound of the outer and inner medium of the sphere is carried out. The obtained results will later be used for test verification calculations for the numerical solution of the generalized problem of acoustic scattering of a set of sound-permeable spheres (coaxial or arbitrarily located in space).

scholarly journals A balanced-to-balanced directional coupler based on branch-slotline coupled structure

Frequenz ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 74 (11-12) ◽  
pp. 427-433
Author(s):  
Yaxin Liu ◽  
Feng Wei ◽  
Xiaowei Shi ◽  
Cao Zeng
Keyword(s):  
Directional Coupler ◽  
Return Loss ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Differential Mode ◽  
Arbitrary Power ◽  
Measurement Results ◽  
Transition Structures ◽  
Coupled Structures ◽  
Better Than ◽  
Good Agreement

AbstractIn this paper, a balanced-to-balanced (BTB) branch-slotline directional coupler (DC) is firstly presented, which can realize an arbitrary power division ratios (PDRs). The coupler is composed by microstrip-to-slotline (MS) transition structures and branch-slotline coupled structures. The single-ended to balanced-ended conversion is simplified and easy to implemented by the MS transition structures, which intrinsically leads to the differential-mode (DM) transmission and common-mode (CM) suppression. Moreover, the different PDRs which are controlled by the widths of branch-slotlines can be achieved. In order to verify the feasibility of the proposed design method, two prototype circuits of the proposed coupler with different PDRs are fabricated and measured. The return loss and the isolation of two designs are all better than 10 dB. Moreover, the CM suppressions are greater than 35 dB. A good agreement between the simulation and measurement results is observed.

Modeling of Discrete Tip Injection in a Two-Dimensional Streamline Curvature Method

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roland Matzgeller ◽  
Richard Pichler
Keyword(s):  
Rotating Stall ◽  
Streamline Curvature ◽  
Measurement Results ◽  
Compressor Design ◽  
Multistage Compressor ◽  
Physical Effects ◽  
Tip Injection ◽  
Stability Enhancement ◽  
Good Agreement ◽  
Streamline Curvature Method

Fluid injection at the tip of highly loaded compressor rotors is known to be effective in suppressing the onset of rotating stall and eventually compressor instability. However, using such stability enhancement methods in a multistage compressor might not only stabilize certain stages but has also an impact on radial and axial matching. In order to account for tip injection during the early stages of compressor design, this paper focuses on the development of a method to model the physical effects underlying tip injection within a streamline curvature method. With the help of system identification it could be shown that a rotor subject to the discrete jets of tip injection adapts to the varying flow conditions according to a first order model. This information was used to generate a time-dependent input for the steady equations used with a streamline curvature method and eventually to model the unsteady response of the rotor to tip injection. Comparing the results obtained with the enhanced streamline curvature model to measurement results, good agreement could be shown which raised confidence that the influence of tip injection on axial and radial matching was sufficiently captured.

scholarly journals Design of Broadband Compact Canonical Triple-Sleeve Antenna Operating in UHF Band

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
pp. 291-298
Author(s):  
Chandana SaiRam ◽  
Damera Vakula ◽  
Mada Chakravarthy
Keyword(s):  
Wireless Communication ◽  
Instantaneous Frequency ◽  
Dipole Antenna ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Broadband Antenna ◽  
Operating Frequency Range ◽  
Half Wave ◽  
Measurement Results ◽  
Antenna Configuration ◽  
Good Agreement

In this paper, a novel compact broadband antenna at UHF frequencies is presented with canonical shapes. Hemispherical, conical and cylindrical shapes have all been considered for antenna configuration. The designed antenna provides an instantaneous frequency range from 370 to 5,000 MHz with omnidirectional characteristics. The antenna was simulated in CST Microwave Studio, fabricated and evaluated; the results are presented. The simulated and measurement results are in good agreement. The antenna has voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR) ≤ 1.9:1 in 400–570 MHz, 2,530–3,740 MHz and 4,180–4,620 MHz; it has VSWR ≤ 3:1 over the operating frequency range 370–5,000 MHz and the measured gain varies from -0.6 to 4.5 dBi over the frequency band. The concept of canonical-shaped antenna elements and the incorporation of triple sleeves resulted in a reduction of the length of the antenna by 62% compared to the length of a half-wave dipole antenna designed at the lowest frequency. The antenna can be used for trans-receiving applications in wireless communication.

scholarly journals A Wideband End-Fire Conformal Vivaldi Antenna Array Mounted on a Dielectric Cone

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zengrui Li ◽  
Xiaole Kang ◽  
Jianxun Su ◽  
Qingxin Guo ◽  
Yaoqing (Lamar) Yang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antenna Array ◽  
Antenna Element ◽  
Radiation Characteristics ◽  
Antenna Measurement ◽  
Radiation Beam ◽  
Conformal Antenna ◽  
Single Antenna ◽  
Measurement Results ◽  
Vivaldi Antenna ◽  
Good Agreement

The characteristics of a novel antipodal Vivaldi antenna array mounted on a dielectric cone are presented. By employing antipodal Vivaldi antenna element, the antenna array shows ultrawide bandwidth and end-fire radiation characteristics. Our simulations show that the cone curvature has an obvious influence on the performance of the conformal antenna, in terms of both the bandwidth and the radiation patterns. The thickness and permittivity of the dielectric cone have an effect on the bandwidth of the conformal antenna. Measurement results of both single antenna and conformal antenna array show a good agreement with the simulated results. The measured conformal antenna can achieve a −10 dBS11with bandwidth of 2.2–12 GHz and demonstrate a typical end-fire radiation beam. These findings provide useful guidelines and insights for the design of wideband end-fire antennas mounted on a dielectric cone.

Precise multi-image pointing (MIP) applied on convergence close-range photogrammetry images

Sensor Review ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 40 (3) ◽  
pp. 311-328
Author(s):  
Farid Esmaeili ◽  
Hamid Ebadi ◽  
Mohammad Saadatseresht ◽  
Farzin Kalantary
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Geometric Model ◽  
Local Features ◽  
Displacement Measurement ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Close Range Photogrammetry ◽  
Position Correction ◽  
Close Range ◽  
Photogrammetric Method ◽  
Self Adaptive

Purpose Displacement measurement in large-scale structures (such as excavation walls) is one of the most important applications of close-range photogrammetry, in which achieving high precision requires extracting and accurately matching local features from convergent images. The purpose of this study is to introduce a new multi-image pointing (MIP) algorithm is introduced based on the characteristics of the geometric model generated from the initial matching. This self-adaptive algorithm is used to correct and improve the accuracy of the extracted positions from local features in the convergent images. Design/methodology/approach In this paper, the new MIP algorithm based on the geometric characteristics of the model generated from the initial matching was introduced, which in a self-adaptive way corrected the extracted image coordinates. The unique characteristics of this proposed algorithm were that the position correction was accomplished with the help of continuous interaction between the 3D model coordinates and the image coordinates and that it had the least dependency on the geometric and radiometric nature of the images. After the initial feature extraction and implementation of the MIP algorithm, the image coordinates were ready for use in the displacement measurement process. The combined photogrammetry displacement adjustment (CPDA) algorithm was used for displacement measurement between two epochs. Micro-geodesy, target-based photogrammetry and the proposed MIP methods were used in a displacement measurement project for an excavation wall in the Velenjak area in Tehran, Iran, to evaluate the proposed algorithm performance. According to the results, the measurement accuracy of the point geo-coordinates of 8 mm and the displacement accuracy of 13 mm could be achieved using the MIP algorithm. In addition to the micro-geodesy method, the accuracy of the results was matched by the cracks created behind the project’s wall. Given the maximum allowable displacement limit of 4 cm in this project, the use of the MIP algorithm produced the required accuracy to determine the critical displacement in the project. Findings Evaluation of the results demonstrated that the accuracy of 8 mm in determining the position of the points on the feature and the accuracy of 13 mm in the displacement measurement of the excavation walls could be achieved using precise positioning of local features on images using the MIP algorithm.The proposed algorithm can be used in all applications that need to achieve high accuracy in determining the 3D coordinates of local features in close-range photogrammetry. Originality/value Some advantages of the proposed MIP photogrammetry algorithm, including the ease of obtaining observations and using local features on the structure in the images rather than installing the artificial targets, make it possible to effectively replace micro-geodesy and instrumentation methods. In addition, the proposed MIP method is superior to the target-based photogrammetric method because it does not need artificial target installation and protection. Moreover, in each photogrammetric application that needs to determine the exact point coordinates on the feature, the proposed algorithm can be very effective in providing the possibility to achieve the required accuracy according to the desired objectives.

A Filtering Power Divider with Tunable Center Frequency and Wide Stopband

Frequenz ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 73 (9-10) ◽  
pp. 301-306
Author(s):  
Xuehan Hu ◽  
Feng Wei ◽  
Jiawen Hao ◽  
Xiaowei Shi
Keyword(s):  
Design Method ◽  
Power Divider ◽  
Center Frequency ◽  
Electrical Length ◽  
Transmission Zeros ◽  
Quarter Wavelength ◽  
Varactor Diodes ◽  
Measurement Results ◽  
Band Pass ◽  
Good Agreement

AbstractIn this paper, a tunable power divider (PD) with a good band-pass filtering response using quarter-wavelength stepped impedance resonators (SIRs) is presented. By appropriately adjusting the impedance and electrical length ratio of SIR, the proposed structure can achieve wide stopband performance. Meanwhile, four varactor diodes are loaded to the external resonators to achieve electrical reconfiguration. In addition, a pair of transmission zeros (TZs) can be generated by applying source and load coupling on each side of the passband, which can effectively improve passband selectivity and out-of-band rejection. In order to verify the feasibility of the proposed design method, a prototype circuit of the proposed filtering power divider (FPD) with tunable center frequency is simulated, fabricated and measured. A good agreement between the simulation and measurement results is observed.

scholarly journals Highly Unequal Three-Port Power Divider: Theory and Implementation

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Duolong Wu ◽  
Adriana Serban ◽  
Magnus Karlsson ◽  
Shaofang Gong
Keyword(s):  
Transmission Lines ◽  
Directional Coupler ◽  
Feedback Mechanism ◽  
Power Divider ◽  
Electromagnetic Simulation ◽  
Planar Form ◽  
Measurement Results ◽  
Minimum Number ◽  
Wilkinson Power Divider ◽  
Good Agreement

A three-port power divider consisting of a directional coupler, a Wilkinson power divider, and two transmission lines connected to them is proposed. Theoretical analysis reveals that highly unequal power division can be achieved by a feedback mechanism of two transmission lines along with the coupling coefficient of the directional coupler and the power division ratio of the Wilkinson power divider. The three-port power divider inherits the performance characteristics of high isolation, low reflection coefficients at all ports, and the minimum number of components. The proposed power divider is designed at 5.8 GHz and fabricated and evaluated through measurements. It demonstrates that electromagnetic simulation results are in good agreement with theoretical prediction and measurement results. The three-port power divider is compact in the planar form, so it can be easily integrated into radio frequency front ends.

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