Cell Broadcasting Opportunities of Modern Mobile Communications and Its Usage in Emergency Warning Facilities

2009 ◽  
pp. 375-387
Author(s):  
Ioannis P. Chochliouros ◽  
Anastasia S. Spiliopoulou ◽  
George Agapiou ◽  
Nikolaos Lazaridis M.D. Ph.D
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Communications ◽  
Geographical Area ◽  
International Market ◽  
Global Level ◽  
Notification System ◽  
Political Issues ◽  
National Network ◽  
Fast Development ◽  
A Cell ◽  
Public Notification

In the scope of the present chapter, the authors evaluate several potential opportunities from the suggested use of cell broadcasting systems in mobile communications and its specific usage mainly in emergency warning facilities, at the global level. Cell Broadcasting (CB) is a cellular-based public notification system, existing in the vast majority of all modern mobile infrastructures, worldwide. It can instantly (within a brief timeframe of some seconds) broadcast a cell phone text alert or message to a large number of people (independently of their network operators) specific to a geographical area, covered either by a single cell or by the entire (regional or national) network. Thus, CB technology enables governmental and other appropriate authorities/entities to securely transmit emergency alerts of natural or manmade disasters to the cellular phones of the subscribers in specific areas. Simultaneously, it can offer multiple extra advantages for further market offerings and development. This chapter discusses the challenge imposed by the fast development of the corresponding cellular facilities and, after providing some fundamental technical informative background, it focuses on the advantages offered due to CB with an overview of the current European and international market. The chapter then analyzes options for further evolution in several sectors (political issues, technical matters, and regulatory perspectives). CB is a strong, viable, and immediate communications solution, which can be put in place to better alert citizens.

GPS and GSM Based Tracking System for Objects Moving over Wide Geographical Areas

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatima Ameen ◽  
Ziad Mohammed ◽  
Abdulrahman Siddiq
Keyword(s):  
Global Positioning System ◽  
Mobile Communications ◽  
Moving Objects ◽  
Tracking System ◽  
Geographical Area ◽  
Tracking Systems ◽  
Acceptable Result ◽  
Internet Service ◽  
Global Positioning ◽  
Tracking Objects

Tracking systems of moving objects provide a useful means to better control, manage and secure them. Tracking systems are used in different scales of applications such as indoors, outdoors and even used to track vehicles, ships and air planes moving over the globe. This paper presents the design and implementation of a system for tracking objects moving over a wide geographical area. The system depends on the Global Positioning System (GPS) and Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) technologies without requiring the Internet service. The implemented system uses the freely available GPS service to determine the position of the moving objects. The tests of the implemented system in different regions and conditions show that the maximum uncertainty in the obtained positions is a circle with radius of about 16 m, which is an acceptable result for tracking the movement of objects in wide and open environments.

Public Notification System Design Aided by Actual Measurements of Siren Coverage

1983 ◽  
Vol PER-3 (9) ◽  
pp. 51-51
Author(s):  
G. David Tepper ◽  
P. Leslie Schaumberg ◽  
Brian L. Homans ◽  
Marvin Anderson
Keyword(s):  
System Design ◽  
Notification System ◽  
Public Notification

Evolution of Mobile Commerce Applications

2009 ◽  
pp. 47-55
Author(s):  
George K. Lalopoulos ◽  
Ioannis P. Chochliouros ◽  
Anastasia S. Spiliopoulou-Chochliourou
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Mobile Communications ◽  
Personal Digital Assistant ◽  
Mobile Commerce ◽  
Short Message ◽  
Demand Chain ◽  
Phone Calls ◽  
Message Service ◽  
A Cell ◽  
Wireless Device

The tremendous growth in mobile communications has affected our lives significantly. The mobile phone is now pervasive and used in virtually every sector of human activity—private, business, and government. Its usage is not restricted to making basic phone calls; instead, digital content, products, and services are offered. Among them, mobile commerce (m-commerce) holds a very important and promising position. M-commerce can be defined as: using mobile technology to access the Internet through a wireless device such as a cell phone or a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant), in order to sell or buy items (products or services), conduct a transaction, and perform supply-chain or demand-chain functions (Adams, 2001). Within the context of the present study, we shall examine widespread used and emerging m-commerce services, from early ones (i.e., SMS [Short Message Service]) to innovative (i.e., mobile banking and specific products offered by known suppliers). We shall also investigate some important factors for the development of m-commerce, as well as some existing risks. Particular emphasis is given to the issue of collaboration among the key-players for developing standardization, interoperability, and security, and for obtaining market penetration.

scholarly journals The Development of an Algorithm of Evacuation Plans in Emergencies for Client-Server Architecture

2019 ◽  
pp. 30-34
Author(s):  
V. Arutiunian
Keyword(s):  
Nuclear Power ◽  
Power Plants ◽  
Movement Speed ◽  
Calculation Algorithm ◽  
Notification System ◽  
Client Server ◽  
The Public ◽  
Public Notification ◽  
Server Architecture ◽  
Client Server Architecture

A sufficient number of public notification systems in the case of emergencies at nuclear power plants have been developed and implemented. However, most of them have some drawbacks related to system performance, the ability to direct the public to evacuation points, promptness in warning. Mostly, they do not use the capabilities of state- of-the-art technologies — mobile applications for smartphones, which allow elimination of these drawbacks. This research is aimed at the design and development of the public notification system using an algorithm for making effective plans of evacuation in emergencies based on the client- server architecture. In addition to the server and client parts, the package also uses Google Maps services for dealing with an interactive map. A special characteristic of this software solution is an innovative approach to the calculation and transfer of the evacuation plan to the victim. The following three parameters are the most important in finding an effective way for each victim: distance to the shelter; time to cover an estimated distance; movement speed. Such an algorithm makes it possible to calculate an adequate route of evacuation separately for each victim, adjusting the distance depending on the speed of movement and fullness of shelters. The efficiency of the developed algorithm for the distribution of potential victims in shelters and evacuation points is presented in AnyLogic models. The paper presents the analysis of using the evacuation model for short path and using the developed path calculation algorithm. The simulated situations have shown the possibility of saving a larger number of people. The developed information system effectively deals with the models built in the AnyLogic program.

scholarly journals CHALLENGES OF INTEGRATING RESPONSIBLE MANAGEMENT EDUCATION IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS OF UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 171-177
Author(s):  
Ajai Prakash ◽  
Archana Yadav
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Total Population ◽  
Management Education ◽  
Geographical Area ◽  
Uttar Pradesh ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Political Issues ◽  
Responsible Management ◽  
Total Geographical Area ◽  
Education In India

India is facing a big debate on various social, economic and political issues which remained around corruption and poverty; how they can be eradicated from our society. Uttar Pradesh (U.P.) is the most populous state of our country with over 16.4 % of countries total population. Moreover with 9% of the country’s total geographical area, U.P. is the 4th largest state of our country. The median age of U.P. is 20 whereas that of India is young 24 years as in 2011. Though U.P. is the youngest state in India and has a rich cultural heritage but when it comes to literacy and gross enrolment in higher education, it is far behind other states. In order to create a responsible environment, management education can work as a very effective tool. In order to tackle the challenges faced globally such as corruption, poverty and workforce diversity, the United Nations has developed Responsible management initiative. The objective of this paper is to present the structure and different channels of management education in India with special reference to U.P. state. The focus is on identifying critical factors in integrating responsible management education in Higher Educational institutions with reference to sustainable development.

scholarly journals Tracking Women During Threat Using GPS and GSM Module

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (8) ◽  
pp. 2332-2337
Author(s):  
Yerraguntla Preetham Reddy
Keyword(s):  
Real Time ◽  
Mobile Communications ◽  
Public Transportation ◽  
Cell Phone ◽  
Tracking System ◽  
Business Owners ◽  
Geographical Information ◽  
The Status ◽  
A Cell ◽  
Transportation Research

Abstract: During a threat, tracking men/women from any location at any time is considered as extremely beneficial. Using the Global Positioning System (GPS) and Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) technology, a real-time Google map and Arduino based tracking system is implemented. Geographic coordinates are provided by the GPS module periodically. When a person's location is transmitted, the GSM module sends the latitude and longitude of that location to their cell phone. Finally, a cell phone shows the place's name and location via Google map. This would enable owners/users to monitor moving people/vehicles using their cell phones. This research presents experimental results in order to demonstrate the system's feasibility and effectiveness. In spite of GPS technology's excellent accuracy, it's not always applicable due to technical restrictions, for instance limiting participants' views of the satellites when using public transportation, which is crucial. However, GSM is less accurate in terms of spatial accuracy. Incorporating both technologies could be the key to tracking individual's geographical information (origin, route, destination) in a more comprehensive way. Transportation research can be supported by both kinds of tracking technologies in numerous ways. A GPS/GSM system can be used to track women or children 24/7 respectively to interview them on site in real time. This system may also be employed on vehicles in order to prevent theft. This tracking system works for both business owners and individuals wanting to keep track of their fleets or to keep track of expensive assets in the field without having to be there physically. The vehicle's location (Latitude and Longitude) is communicated continuously from a remote location by means of a GSM modem. The GSM modem automatically returns a realtime latitude and longitude coordinates as a response to that particular mobile phone when a request by the user reaches the number in the GSM modem. On demand, this system will continuously monitor the status of a vehicle in motion.

Cyber Crime Regulation, Challenges, and Response

2020 ◽  
pp. 374-391
Author(s):  
Sachin Tiwari
Keyword(s):  
Policy Formation ◽  
Policy Framework ◽  
Global Level ◽  
Terrorist Organizations ◽  
Political Issues ◽  
The World ◽  
Stakeholder Model ◽  
State Actors ◽  
Multi Stakeholder ◽  
Dark Web

The escalation of cybersecurity threats around the world transcends boundaries. Various non-state actors, criminal and terrorist organizations, and state entities exploit it for offensive means. Encryption and dark web are effective tools for conducting malicious activities while maintaining anonymity online. However, the definition and an elaborate understanding of cybersecurity and cybercrime remain contested at the global level. Multiple factors, including the legal, technical, and political issues, play an important part in the formation of diverse policy responses by states and international organizations. Despite limitations, various forms of collaboration have developed between the states, non-state actors, and investigation agencies. This article analyzes the meaning, nature of cybercrime legislation, and the scope of policy formation in the global narrative of cybersecurity. The article concludes with the proposed balanced multi-stakeholder model with equal inclusion of the developing countries in policy framework and capacity building initiatives for combatting cybercrime.

Globalization and Representative Democracy

2020 ◽  
pp. 654-672
Author(s):  
Richard Bellamy
Keyword(s):  
State Level ◽  
Scaling Up ◽  
The State ◽  
Representative Democracy ◽  
Global Level ◽  
Three Solutions ◽  
National Network ◽  
Global Democracy ◽  
The Third ◽  
Elected Representatives

Globalization has typically been regarded as challenging representative democracy at the state level. This chapter outlines four of these challenges—that of democratic externalities, of transnational global processes and supranational organizations, of cosmopolitan norms, and of effective and justified representation at the global level. It then explores three solutions that have been put forward to meet them: scaling up to a supra-national regional or even a global democracy for certain issues; creating a trans-national network of democratic bodies that address different issues and functions; or having inter-national associations of representative states under the equal control of their elected representatives. Whilst the first and second solutions are shown to create problems of both representation surpluses and deficits—some groups get over-represented and other groups under-represented, it is argued that the third solution can avoid both these difficulties and that it addresses the challenges more directly.

Images of the European Crisis: Populism and Contemporary Crime TV Series

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-14
Author(s):  
Federico Pagello
Keyword(s):  
Popular Culture ◽  
European Society ◽  
International Market ◽  
Global Level ◽  
Crime Dramas ◽  
European Crisis ◽  
Production And Distribution ◽  
Serial Crime ◽  
Dramatic Shift

During the last two decades a dramatic shift in the production and distribution strategies of TV series has taken place on a global level. This article discusses how these broad changes also led to a transformation in the form and the themes of European crime series, which emerge as ideal objects to study the representation of European societies in contemporary popular culture. The article looks at recent serial crime dramas such as La casa de papel, Suburra, and Peaky Blinders, which have abandoned the classic formula of European crime TV series, usually focused on the figure of the detective and primarily addressed to a national audience. Designed for an international market, these series provocatively concentrate on the figure of the criminal and adopt an explicitly sensationalist approach. The article argues that this style and the bleak depiction of European society in these series are both an expression and a critical representation of the rise of populism across the Old Continent.

Decrease in the incidence of culture-positive meningitis and cerebral tuberculomas in France from 1990 to 2007

2013 ◽  
Vol 142 (7) ◽  
pp. 1510-1516 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. V. BUI ◽  
V. MEYSSONNIER ◽  
P. Y. BOELLE ◽  
D. CHE ◽  
D. ANTOINE ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Incidence Rates ◽  
Vaccination Policy ◽  
Notification System ◽  
National Network ◽  
National Reference ◽  
Reference Centre ◽  
Mandatory Notification ◽  
Capture Recapture ◽  
Using Data ◽  
Culture Positive

SUMMARYWe evaluated the incidence rate of culture-positive central nervous system tuberculosis (CNS TB) in France in 2007 and its time trend between 1990 and 2007. We used a capture–recapture analysis by using data recorded in 2007 by the mandatory notification system and the national network of the National Reference Centre (NRC). The 2007 sensitivity of the NRC was 79·4%. The previous sensitivity for 2000 (75·6%) and that for 2007 yielded a pooled estimate of 77·4% (95% confidence interval 64·8–88·0), which was used to extrapolate the number of culture-positive CNS TB cases from those reported in four surveys (1990, 1995, 2000, 2007). The extrapolated number of culture-positive CNS TB cases fell from 90 to 35 between 1990 and 2007, and the extrapolated incidence rates fell from 1·6 to 0·55 cases/million (P < 0·001). This favourable trend should be closely monitored following the change of the BCG vaccination policy in 2007.

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