scholarly journals Designing of a Biometric Fingerprint Scanner-Based, Secure, and Low-Cost Electronic Voting Machine for India

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shubhranil Chakraborty ◽  
Debabrata Bej ◽  
Dootam Roy ◽  
Sekh Arif Mahammad
Keyword(s):  
Human Resources ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Electronic Voting ◽  
Election Process ◽  
User Data ◽  
Systematic Development ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Interactive User ◽  
Interactive User Interface ◽  
Voting Machine

A reliable Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) is proposed and implemented in this study, which is integrated with a biometric fingerprint scanner to ensure a secure election process. This biometric EVM includes features such as an interactive user interface, hack-free design and master lock. The EVM system has the capability of registering user data and storing them in a database through proper authentication. Moreover, the system proposed lowers the requirement for human resources. This paper provides a detailed description of the systematic development of the hardware and software used. The software part includes algorithm development and implementation. A thorough and in-depth understanding of the data and the communication protocols along with the pathways used for storage of data in the devices is provided. Additionally, the cost of the system is 62.82% less than the officially existing EVM machines of India. Furthermore, this study seeks to demonstrate the benefits of such an approach from a technological and a social standpoint.

scholarly journals Xilinx Based Electronic Voting Machine

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 3935-3939
Keyword(s):  
Real Time ◽  
Input Signal ◽  
Electronic Voting ◽  
High Input ◽  
Verilog Hdl ◽  
Election Process ◽  
Switch Input ◽  
University Level ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Voting Machine

Conventional paper based voting procedure was terribly long process and extremely prone to errors. Polling by Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) is easy, safe and secure methodology that takes minimum of our time .In order to perform this mechanism, there were several phases in the design process such as designing a flow chart, algorithm and simultaneously the code is developed to implement & stimulate the logic. The proposed digital EVM was designed on Xilinx ISE using verilog HDL and can also be implemented on FPGA board for real time purpose. The proposed method consists of 3 stages, in the first stage we decide the total no. of voters and the total number of contestants taking part in the election process .we have assigned Voting enable which is active high input signal for the voter in order to cast his vote by using voter switch input signal for making this election process more secure and safe. In stage two, voting process begins when the voter casts his vote to a particular party or contestants the polled vote is registered in the individual contestant registry. In stage three after completion of voting process the votes are validated by comparing the votes polled to the contestants in their registries after which the election process ends by declaring the winner. The above proposed method can be implemented on FPGA board for real time applications ranging from university level elections to Assembly and LokSabha elections, as it has the advantage that it can be reprogrammed over and over for various tasks according to their requirement which helps in reducing the expenditure.

scholarly journals ЕЛЕКТРОННЕ ГОЛОСУВАННЯ: МОЖЛИВОСТІ УКРАЇНСЬКОЇ РЕЦЕПЦІЇ

2019 ◽  
pp. 60-72
Author(s):  
Ю. А. Данько ◽  
Н. Г. Білоцерківська Білоцерківська
Keyword(s):  
Political Life ◽  
Electronic Voting ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Election Process ◽  
The World ◽  
Voting System ◽  
Election Results ◽  
Complex Forms ◽  
Electronic Voting System ◽  
The Cost

The article considers the advantages and disadvantages of implementing and applying the electronic voting system in different countries of the world and the prospects for the introduction of electronic voting in Ukraine. It is noted that e-democracy is a direct tool of democratization and development of the society in the information direction. One of the mechanisms of e-democracy is e-voting. Electronic voting is considered as a procedure for the implementation of the expression of will with the use of electronic means and as an automated process of counting votes, which simplifies the voting procedure and contributes to raising the level of electoral activity. It has been determined that e-voting, although it is one of the most complex forms of e-democracy, can still increase the interest of citizens, namely, the young people in the political life of the country, reduce the cost of the election process, enable citizens with disabilities to carry out a process of expression of will, improve the reliability of the procedure for counting election results. The author also examines the forms of e-voting that are used in world practice, namely: voting through the Internet, voting in the booth using "electronic ballot boxes" and e-voting with the help of a mobile phone. The experience of using e-voting system in different countries of the world, such as USA, Brazil, Estonia, Austria, Finland, Switzerland, France, Great Britain, the Netherlands, Germany, Norway, etc., is analyzed. Identified problems faced by countries in elections when using the e-voting system. The author also considers the measures that Ukraine is developing to implement the e-voting system. In particular, it was noted that the first attempts to establish on the legislative level the introduction of electronic voting in Ukraine were recorded as early as 2011. At present, the use of electronic voting in Ukraine is only in the stage of active discussion. Based on the experience of other countries, it has been determined that electronic voting should be used in parallel with the traditional expression of will.

scholarly journals An Electronic Voting System adopting Blockchain: Interpretation, Characteristics and Investigation

2021 ◽  
Vol 297 ◽  
pp. 01076
Author(s):  
Ahmed Yacoubi ◽  
Brahim Erraha ◽  
Hiba Asri
Keyword(s):  
Internet Of Things ◽  
Data Privacy ◽  
Electronic Voting ◽  
Blockchain Technology ◽  
Voting System ◽  
Electronic Voting System ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Exchange Data ◽  
Voting Machine

This article offers an E-voting (Electronic Voting) approach that ensures security, privacy, and transparency. We have decided to use the blockchain system. Blockchain technology lowers the cost of centralized Clouds, Datacenters, and Networking Equipment, decreases the need for middlemen, and provides data privacy and transparency; all of which are critical for a fair election.An Architecture and Algorithm are suggested for the blockchain-based voting system. An internet of things (IoT) based system is designed to exchange data from the electronic voting machine and the nodes. Furthermore, we introduced its features, and we concluded with some future investigations.

scholarly journals A Low-cost Multicomputer for solving the RCPSP

2016 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 50
Author(s):  
Grzegorz Pawiński ◽  
Krzysztof Sapiecha
Keyword(s):  
Human Resources ◽  
Project Scheduling ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Distributed Processing ◽  
Local Network ◽  
Metaheuristic Algorithm ◽  
Acceptable Solution ◽  
Communication Costs ◽  
Project Scheduling Problem ◽  
The Cost

<p>In the paper it is shown that time necessary to solve the NP-hard Resource-Constrained Project Scheduling Problem (RCPSP) could be considerably reduced using a low-cost multicomputer. We consider an extension of the problem when resources are only partially available and a deadline is given but the cost of the project should be minimized. In such a case nding an acceptable solution (optimal or even semi-optimal) is computationally very hard. To reduce this complexity a distributed processing model of a metaheuristic algorithm, previously adapted by us for working with human resources and the CCPM method, was developed. Then, a new implementation of the model on a low-cost multicomputer built from PCs connected through a local network was designed and compared with regular implementation of the model on a cluster. Furthermore, to examine communication costs, an implementation of the model on a single multi-core PC was tested, too.<br />The comparative studies proved that the implementation is as ecient as on more expensive cluster. Moreover, it has balanced load and scales well.</p>

Advance Protection for Three Phase Induction Motor using Microcontroller Atmega32

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 172
Author(s):  
Karan S Belsare ◽  
Gajanan D Patil
Keyword(s):  
Induction Motor ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Short Circuit ◽  
Cost Factor ◽  
Protection Scheme ◽  
Three Phase ◽  
The Cost

A low cost and reliable protection scheme has been designed for a three phase induction motor against unbalance voltages, under voltage, over voltage, short circuit and overheating protection. Taking the cost factor into consideration the design has been proposed using microcontroller Atmega32, MOSFETs, relays, small CTs and PTs. However the sensitivity of the protection scheme has been not compromised. The design has been tested online in the laboratory for small motors and the same can be implemented for larger motors by replacing the i-v converters and relays of suitable ratings.

Janus – A New Approach to Air Combat Pilot Training

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 (4) ◽  
pp. 7-22
Author(s):  
Georges Bridel ◽  
Zdobyslaw Goraj ◽  
Lukasz Kiszkowiak ◽  
Jean-Georges Brévot ◽  
Jean-Pierre Devaux ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Cost ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
High Energy ◽  
Training System ◽  
Embedded Sensors ◽  
Pilot Training ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Combat Aircraft ◽  
Air Combat ◽  
The Cost

Abstract Advanced jet training still relies on old concepts and solutions that are no longer efficient when considering the current and forthcoming changes in air combat. The cost of those old solutions to develop and maintain combat pilot skills are important, adding even more constraints to the training limitations. The requirement of having a trainer aircraft able to perform also light combat aircraft operational mission is adding unnecessary complexity and cost without any real operational advantages to air combat mission training. Thanks to emerging technologies, the JANUS project will study the feasibility of a brand-new concept of agile manoeuvrable training aircraft and an integrated training system, able to provide a live, virtual and constructive environment. The JANUS concept is based on a lightweight, low-cost, high energy aircraft associated to a ground based Integrated Training System providing simulated and emulated signals, simulated and real opponents, combined with real-time feedback on pilot’s physiological characteristics: traditionally embedded sensors are replaced with emulated signals, simulated opponents are proposed to the pilot, enabling out of sight engagement. JANUS is also providing new cost effective and more realistic solutions for “Red air aircraft” missions, organised in so-called “Aggressor Squadrons”.

scholarly journals A low-cost wireless endoscope camera: a preliminary report

2021 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
J. M. Lazarus ◽  
M. Ncube
Keyword(s):  
Minimally Invasive Surgery ◽  
Minimally Invasive ◽  
Video Transmission ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Battery Life ◽  
Resource Constrained ◽  
High Definition ◽  
Industry Standard ◽  
Constrained Environments ◽  
The Cost

Abstract Background Technology currently used for surgical endoscopy was developed and is manufactured in high-income economies. The cost of this equipment makes technology transfer to resource constrained environments difficult. We aimed to design an affordable wireless endoscope to aid visualisation during rigid endoscopy and minimally invasive surgery (MIS). The initial prototype aimed to replicate a 4-mm lens used in rigid cystoscopy. Methods Focus was placed on using open-source resources to develop the wireless endoscope to significantly lower the cost and make the device accessible for resource-constrained settings. An off the shelf miniature single-board computer module was used because of its low cost (US$10) and its ability to handle high-definition (720p) video. Open-source Linux software made monitor mode (“hotspot”) wireless video transmission possible. A 1280 × 720 pixel high-definition tube camera was used to generate the video signal. Video is transmitted to a standard laptop computer for display. Bench testing included latency of wireless digital video transmission. Comparison to industry standard wired cameras was made including weight and cost. The battery life was also assessed. Results In comparison with industry standard cystoscope lens, wired camera, video processing unit and light source, the prototype costs substantially less. (US$ 230 vs 28 000). The prototype is light weight (184 g), has no cables tethering and has acceptable battery life (of over 2 h, using a 1200 mAh battery). The camera transmits video wirelessly in near real time with only imperceptible latency of < 200 ms. Image quality is high definition at 30 frames per second. Colour rendering is good, and white balancing is possible. Limitations include the lack of a zoom. Conclusion The novel wireless endoscope camera described here offers equivalent high-definition video at a markedly reduced cost to contemporary industry wired units and could contribute to making minimally invasive surgery possible in resource-constrained environments.

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