scholarly journals Smart Textiles for Visible and IR Camouflage Application: State-of-the-Art and Microfabrication Path Forward

Micromachines ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (7) ◽  
pp. 773
Author(s):  
Lauren M. Degenstein ◽  
Dan Sameoto ◽  
James D. Hogan ◽  
Asad Asad ◽  
Patricia I. Dolez
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Conditions ◽  
Phase Change Materials ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Electromagnetic Spectrum ◽  
Functional Requirements ◽  
Smart Textiles ◽  
Infrared Sensing ◽  
Sensing Technology ◽  
Ir Signature ◽  
Protective Textiles

Protective textiles used for military applications must fulfill a variety of functional requirements, including durability, resistance to environmental conditions and ballistic threats, all while being comfortable and lightweight. In addition, these textiles must provide camouflage and concealment under various environmental conditions and, thus, a range of wavelengths on the electromagnetic spectrum. Similar requirements may exist for other applications, for instance hunting. With improvements in infrared sensing technology, the focus of protective textile research and development has shifted solely from providing visible camouflage to providing camouflage in the infrared (IR) region. Smart textiles, which can monitor and react to the textile wearer or environmental stimuli, have been applied to protective textiles to improve camouflage in the IR spectral range. This study presents a review of current smart textile technologies for visible and IR signature control of protective textiles, including coloration techniques, chromic materials, conductive polymers, and phase change materials. We propose novel fabrication technology combinations using various microfabrication techniques (e.g., three-dimensional (3D) printing; microfluidics; machine learning) to improve the visible and IR signature management of protective textiles and discuss possible challenges in terms of compatibility with the different textile performance requirements.

scholarly journals The Application of Visual Environmental Economics in the Study of Public Preference and Urban Greenspace

2009 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 355-375 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard Laing ◽  
Anne-Marie Davies ◽  
David Miller ◽  
Anna Conniff ◽  
Stephen Scott ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Economic ◽  
Environmental Economics ◽  
Environmental Conditions ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Computer Models ◽  
Time Of Day ◽  
Public Preference ◽  
Daily Lives ◽  
Urban Greenspace ◽  
Physical Variables

Urban greenspace has consistently been argued to be of great importance to the wellbeing, health, and daily lives of residents and users. This paper reports results from a study that combined the visualisation of public results from a study that combined the visualisation of public greenspace with environmental economics, and that aimed to develop a method by which realistic computer models of sites could be used within preference studies. As part of a methodology that employed contingent rating to establish the values placed on specific greenspace sites, three-dimensional computer models were used to produce visualisations of particular environmental conditions. Of particular importance to the study was the influence of variables including lighting, season, time of day, and weather on the perception of respondents. This study followed previous work that established a suitable approach to the modelling and testing of entirely moveable physical variables within the built environment. As such, the study has established firmly that computer-generated visualisations are appropriate for use within environmental economic surveys, and that there is potential for a holistic range of attributes to be included in such studies.

Engineering Graphics Model Room Based on VRML

2013 ◽  
Vol 546 ◽  
pp. 93-95
Author(s):  
Fang Xie ◽  
You Jun Wang ◽  
Qiu Juan Lv ◽  
Hai Xia Du ◽  
Yan Jiao Li
Keyword(s):  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Space Time ◽  
Practical Significance ◽  
Functional Requirements ◽  
Remote Education ◽  
Engineering Graphics ◽  
Network Engineering ◽  
Effective Use ◽  
Model Room

The traditional engineering graphics model room could not be effective use by space, time and other factors of limitation. In view of the above questions, network engineering graphics model room was built with VRML software as a platform. This technology made use of PRO/E, Dreamweaver, Java software in order to transmission stability, the three dimensional visualization and strong interactivity and functional requirements. It has the important practical significance in remote education and teaching.

A Three-Dimensional Analysis of Thermohydrodynamic Performance of Sector-Shaped, Tilting-Pad Thrust Bearings

1983 ◽  
Vol 105 (3) ◽  
pp. 406-412 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kyung Woong Kim ◽  
Masato Tanaka ◽  
Yukio Hori
Keyword(s):  
Dimensional Analysis ◽  
Environmental Conditions ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Two Dimensional ◽  
Thrust Bearings ◽  
Tilting Pad ◽  
Dimensional Variation ◽  
Lubricant Viscosity

The thermohydrodynamic performance of the bearing is analyzed, taking into account the three-dimensional variation of lubricant viscosity and density. The effect of pivot position and operating and environmental conditions on the performance is studied. The present analysis is compared with the isoviscous or the two-dimensional analysis, and is found to predict the bearing performance more accurately.

scholarly journals Horizontal-vertical movement relationships: Adélie penguins forage continuously throughout provisioning trips

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Javed Riaz ◽  
Sophie Bestley ◽  
Simon Wotherspoon ◽  
Louise Emmerson
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Conditions ◽  
Optimal Foraging ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Spatial Location ◽  
Vertical Movement ◽  
Foraging Activity ◽  
Directed Movement ◽  
Vertical Movements ◽  
Movement Trajectories ◽  
Adélie Penguins

Abstract Background Diving marine predators forage in a three-dimensional environment, adjusting their horizontal and vertical movement behaviour in response to environmental conditions and the spatial distribution of prey. Expectations regarding horizontal-vertical movements are derived from optimal foraging theories, however, inconsistent empirical findings across a range of taxa suggests these behavioural assumptions are not universally applicable. Methods Here, we examined how changes in horizontal movement trajectories corresponded with diving behaviour and marine environmental conditions for a ubiquitous Southern Ocean predator, the Adélie penguin. Integrating extensive telemetry-based movement and environmental datasets for chick-rearing Adélie penguins at Béchervaise Island, we tested the relationships between horizontal move persistence (continuous scale indicating low [‘resident’] to high [‘directed’] movement autocorrelation), vertical dive effort and environmental variables. Results Penguins dived continuously over the course of their foraging trips and lower horizontal move persistence corresponded with less intense foraging activity, likely indicative of resting behaviour. This challenges the traditional interpretation of horizontal-vertical movement relationships based on optimal foraging models, which assumes increased residency within an area translates to increased foraging activity. Movement was also influenced by different environmental conditions during the two stages of chick-rearing: guard and crèche. These differences highlight the strong seasonality of foraging habitat for chick-rearing Adélie penguins at Béchervaise Island. Conclusions Our findings advance our understanding of the foraging behaviour for this marine predator and demonstrates the importance of integrating spatial location and behavioural data before inferring habitat use.

scholarly journals On-line Temperature Monitoring of the GIS Contacts Based on Infrared Sensing Technology

2014 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 1385-1393 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qingmin Li ◽  
Haoxi Cong ◽  
Jinyuan Xing ◽  
Bo Qi ◽  
Chengrong Li
Keyword(s):  
Temperature Monitoring ◽  
Infrared Sensing ◽  
Sensing Technology ◽  
On Line ◽  
Line Temperature

Integrated and Intelligent Database Systems for Plant Engineering Framework

1994 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Narikawa ◽  
T. Sato ◽  
N. Sasaki
Keyword(s):  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Database Systems ◽  
Database System ◽  
Structure Design ◽  
Object Oriented Programming ◽  
Design Knowledge ◽  
Automation System ◽  
Functional Requirements ◽  
Plant Structure ◽  
Cad System

Abstract This paper gives an overview of an integrated and intelligent database system for a plant engineering framework. We have integrated existing two-dimensional (2D) CAD systems, a three-dimensional (3D) CAD system, and a relational database system which stores engineering information such as design conditions, maintenance histories, and inherent properties. By integrating these systems, the infrastructure for concurrent engineering has been realized. As for design knowledge, we treat object-oriented programming as a useful knowledge representation method. We analyze the plant structure and functional requirements of the system, and then represented them by using the hierarchical Class structure. Design knowledge accompanies the Class, so we represent it using Method. As a design automation system, we develop an automated design check system. This is implemented by using the Common Lisp Object System. These systems are the main parts of the plant engineering framework, and are utilized in the practical design. We intend to develop a mechanical/electronic design framework using the same approach.

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