A six level automatic soil temperature measuring system

An automatic soil temperature measuring equipment is developed using four terminal thermistors. The output voltages from the six levels, i.e., 10 cm above soil surface, soil surface and 10 cm, 20 cm, 30 cm and 60 cm below the soil surface, are amplified and their multiplexed output is recorded on a chart recorder. The equipment is tested in the field and continuous observations are taken during May 1991. Temperature profiles for different hours of the day are plotted and diurnal variations of all levels are also discussed. An attempt is made to evaluate the damping depth and thence the thermal conductivity and soil heat flux.

Development and Analysis of Long-Term Measurement Systems for Groundwater Level Using Electric Capacity

In soil dams and embankments made of soil, deterioration and stress release owing to internal and external influences occur, and the instability of the body increases as the shear strength decreases. In particular, understanding the location and flow of underground water is very important for securing the long-term stability of waterfront structures in contact with water. However, the physical limitations of measuring equipment cause many difficulties in understanding the existence and location of groundwater over a long period of time. In this study, measuring equipment using electric capacity was developed for the long-term measurement of groundwater, and contactless measuring sensors were manufactured to eliminate the possibility of corrosion by water. In addition, the precision of the measurement data was improved by applying waterproof and water-repellent coatings to the measurement sensor. Laboratory tests conducted using the developed equipment demonstrate the high precision of the measurement data according to the groundwater level change and enhanced durability of the sensor, which facilitate long-term measurements in the field.

Multi-DMEs for alternative position, navigation and timing (A-PNT)

Distance measuring equipment (DME/DME) as the main reversionary method provides alternative positioning, navigation and timing (A-PNT) services for use during a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) outage. Considering the geometry limitation of DME/DME, multi-DMEs with better geometry can be used to increase the accuracy and integrity performance of positioning. This paper discusses the opportunities and challenges related to use of multi-DMEs as an alternate source of positioning, navigation and timing. To support the performance for A-PNT, the basic idea is considering the existing installed equipment. In this paper, barometer altimeter and TACAN are used to help improve the performance of A-PNT provided by multi-DMEs both in accuracy and integrity. Based on the database of EUROCONTROL, the test results demonstrate that 79⋅7% of a reference area roughly matching with the continental European locations achieve RNP 1 using multi-DMEs when the DME measurement accuracy is 0⋅2 NM (95%). When the DME measurement accuracy is 0⋅1 NM (95%), 87⋅9% of the reference area can achieve RNP 1 using multi-DMEs. The usage of barometer/TACAN measurements aided multi-DMEs improves the performance of the accuracy and integrity monitoring.

DEVELOPMENT OF MEANS FOR MONITORING THE PARAMETERS OF MICROCHIPS FOR ASSESSING RADIATION RESISTANCE

This article discusses the technical means of monitoring the performance of a special-purpose ECB for experimental evaluation of radiation resistance, in the absence of test measuring equipment that allows you to control the areas of the most degraded degradation when exposed to ionizing radiation and heavy charged particles of outer space.

AN OVERVIEW OF IMPORTANT FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN CALIBRATING LEDS IN PHOTOMETRY WITH DIFFERENT DETECTORS

LED-based lighting products are the fastest developing light sources on the general lighting market. These include not only white light sources, but also coloured light sources. SI-traceable calibrations with a low measurement uncertainty are challenging because their unique spectral and geometric properties must be taken into account. The requirements on the measuring equipment and resulting uncertainty contributions differ significantly from those for the calibration of conventional incandescent or fluorescent light sources. Furthermore, different detector types can be used when calibrating LEDs. These include classic photometers, radiometers, spectroradiometers but also imaging systems such as ILMDs. Each of these measuring devices has its specific advantages and disadvantages. In this paper, traceable calibrations on 9 coloured and 9 white LEDs are discussed. Various array spectroradiometers, photometers, radiometers and a double monochromator were used for this purpose. Each of these measuring instruments is discussed in terms of its suitability for measuring different physical quantities (e.g. array spectrometer for measuring illuminance).

CONSIDERATION OF THE "CONDITION-BASED" ALGORITHM OF AVIATION EQUIPMENT OPERATION WITH THE USE OF GROUND MEANS OF TECHNICAL CONTROL AND ON-BOARD MEASURING SYSTEMS IN THE STATE AVIATION OF UKRAINE

The article highlights the main aspects and features of the algorithm of aviation equipment operation "condition-based" with the use of ground technical means of control and on-board measuring systems and the formation of decision- making principles for further operation of aircraft. To develop methods of technical diagnostics of any technical equipment, it is necessary to identify which parameters characterize its condition and reliability as well as to establish diagnostic criteria and limit values of the controlled parameters. Depending on the nature of the parameters being controlled, there are parametric and physical methods of diagnostics. Based on the results of the diagnostics, we must get a straight answer: whether or not it is necessary to perform repairs or maintenance of the equipment being tested, taking into account the ensuring of failure-free operation before the next diagnostics. Currently, a large number of different measuring equipment that can measure signals that meet the parameters of the object of control and diagnostics are successfully used to objectively determine the technical condition of aircraft. The use of the laboratory for technical diagnostics of aviation equipment in conjunction with on-board measuring systems will provide an opportunity to make a quality technical diagnostics and reasonable conclusion to decide on further operation of the sample of aviation equipment. The use of mentioned laboratory will also predict the occurrence of failures of aviation equipment systems and units. Only a comprehensive approach to the technical diagnostics of aviation equipment with employment of all means of technical control (ground, on-board) will prevent sudden failures of aviation equipment systems.

Assessment of the technical condition of ship hulls using mobile magnetic devices

Оценку технического состояния корпуса судна проводят с применением диагностических датчиков. С помощью них замеряются, например, толщина обшивки, параметры бухтин, вмятин, гофрировки. Процессы эти трудоемкие и достаточно сложные. Проблемой автоматизации таких операций является удержание измерительной аппаратуры на криволинейной поверхности корпуса судна и перемещение аппаратуры по ней. Одним из вариантов решения проблемы является применение подвижных тележек с установленными на них магнитными устройствами. В данной работе исследуются вопросы влияния кривизны обшивки корпуса судна на параметры подвижной магнитной системы. Представлены расчетные схемы для различных компоновок, физические и математические модели. Анализ полученных математических выражений позволил сделать выводы по вариантам размещения, по зазору и скорости его изменения, клиренсу транспортного устройства, углу между опорной поверхностью и торцевой плоскостью магнита, который приводит к уменьшению силы притяжения. Учтен начальный зазор. Проведены расчеты зависимостей изменения радиуса кривизны корпуса судна от колеи и конструктивной схемы мобильных устройств. The assessment of the technical condition of the vessel's hull is carried out using diagnostic sensors. They are used to measure, for example, the thickness of the skin, the parameters of camber, dents, corrugations. These processes are time-consuming and quite complex. The problem of automation of such operations is the retention of measuring equipment on the curved surface of the hull of the vessel and the movement of equipment along it. One of the solutions to the problem is the use of movable trolleys with magnetic devices installed on them. In this paper, the issues of the influence of the curvature of the hull covering on the parameters of the mobile magnetic system are investigated. Calculation schemes for various layouts, physical and mathematical models are presented. The analysis of the obtained mathematical expressions allowed us to draw conclusions on the placement options, on the gap and the speed of its change, the clearance of the transport device, the angle between the support surface and the end plane of the magnet, which leads to a decrease in the force of attraction. The initial gap is taken into account. Calculations of the dependences of changes in the radius of curvature of the hull of the vessel on the track and the design scheme of mobile devices are carried out.

Ten Measurements That Can Reduce Anxiety in Physicians and Their Patients Undergoing Breast Augmentation Surgery

There are numerous measuring systems that practitioners employ as part of their presurgical assessment for breast implant surgery. These range from direct measurements of patients using a tape measure, to assessment of standardized photographs and 3-dimensional scanning technologies. This personal view describes the authors system, developed over 20 years. The data yielded have assisted in assessing breast symmetry, ptosis, and match of implant to patient, with proven benefits for managing patient outcomes and expectations. It is simple, rapid to undertake, and requires inexpensive measuring equipment to provide useful data.

Monitoring and assessment of the state of the atmosphere over the Yenisei riverbed using drone

The article is devoted to studying the characteristics of the atmosphere over the Yenisei riverbed with the help of a drone. We develop special mounted measuring equipment for the drone for experimental observations. Designed equipment was used to measure weather parameters and atmospheric pollution from autumn 2020 to summer 2021. More than 50 drone flights were performed during this time. The experiments obtained data from measurements of temperature, relative humidity, and PM25 concentration at different heights above the riverbed. At the same time, no quasi-stationary gradients of meteorological quantities predicted in several publications were found.