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When buildings collapse, the resulting rubble may trap live victims underneath it, entombing them. Voids beneath the rubble may allow victims to stay alive. However, chances of survival dramatically decrease following the initial 24 hours after a disaster occurs. Hence, first responders must act quickly to rescue live victims. The work presented showcases enhancements to an autonomous access hole...
A massive earthquake has been forecast for Bangladesh in the near future due to its position at the junction of three continental plates. Should it occur, the earthquake is expected to be devastating, particularly in the capital city of Dhaka, due to the large number of high-rise buildings constructed on relatively unstable ground and the high population density of the metropolitan area. In this paper,...
This work presents a useful standard management tool called Broadband Condition Index (BCI), which measures WAN network condition. It is a functional indicator resulting from an analysis of different unrelated factors (such as current WAN architecture and number of users) to obtain an overview of WAN condition as a numerical value. The proposed BCI has been developed based on “knowledge-based” approach...
Electrocardiogram (ECG) is used for detection of a number of heart abnormalities. In this project, we have utilized a two lead ECG in order to improve the ECG signal accuracy applying artificial neural network (ANN). In order to extract features, current methods commonly rely on advanced signal processing of the main lead II (MLII). Although MLII is obtained easily, it does not include a complete...
This paper examines the limitations of conventional communication systems during disaster recovery and discusses alternative wireless solutions that can assist with post-disaster relief operations. Factors such as network infrastructure, deployment requirements, localization and tracking architecture, and autonomous control are considered. One of the biggest challenges is that conventional communications...
The required broadband for school and school board depends on curriculum delivery, the administrative and operational needs of the school and many other factors. These represent very different usage patterns, but both require a high level of reliability and performance. Therefore, there are no standards define what is the suitable broadband for the school and school board. This article is the first...
Cities consume high energy per unit area as a result of rising concentration of population and therefore can play an increasingly crucial role in driving global sustainability. Though integrating energy efficiency and sustainability can prove challenging, the fusion of both objectives is a critical step towards a green future. This paper focuses on building and transportation sectors which have the...
As a part of an Early Warning System, it has been developed a receiver of warning message, which has mainly DTT ISDB-T, FM RDS and Sound power submodules. This receiver is able to process warming messages over DTT and radio FM, with the purpose of activating an electronic siren and alerting to a neighboring population. In this context, this paper proposes a management module based on SNMP for the...
Traditional means of communication rely on a centralized service provider, which may not be functional in the wake of a disaster. With a traditional cellular service provider, when somebody (Alice) wants to send a text message to someone else (Bob), the message is sent from Alice's phone to a cellular network and then finally to Bob. This process happens regardless if they are located on opposite...
Fossil fuels account for more than three-fourths of today's global energy consumption. The combustion of these fuels has contributed to the worsening of climate change and global warming. Fossil fuels are not only detrimental to the environment, but they are also not sustainable. In the Philippines, the country is heavily dependent on fossil fuels, as 40% of its energy consumption comes from oil with...
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Over 1 billion people suffer from the effects of water scarcity with the majority being poor residents of developing countries. Desalting seawater is an excellent potential solution but reverse osmosis (R/O) desalination systems require a connection to a strong electrical grid. However, because developing countries typically lack sufficient electrical grid capacity and cannot afford the capital or...
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Depending on the context, straw bale constructions can be appropriate for the improvement of the housing conditions in poor Countries or in post-emergency conditions. In the paper, starting from the case of Haiti, the problem is faced with a systemic approach. First, the situation is analysed; then, different construction techniques are discussed; a design of a dedicated press is presented; a construction...
The Syrian refugee crisis has been termed “the greatest humanitarian crisis of the last century” and countries around the world have stepped up to provide safe haven to millions of Syrians fleeing violence. Canada's unique private sponsorship policy coupled with government sponsorship of refugees saw more than 40,000 welcomed to Canada in a matter of months prompting the need for new processes and...
This paper describes Global High-Ed Project Learning Platform, BioprotecENV which is a clinical organic farming that leads a sustainable living, introduces a unique methodology developed by Umgibe® Organic Farming training institute, describes sustainable university campus initiatives and educate and train energy professionals worldwide using Global High-Ed Project Learning, and finally introduces...
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