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    A high-order compact finite-difference lattice Boltzmann method for simulation of steady and unsteady incompressible flows

    , Article International Journal for Numerical Methods in Fluids ; Vol. 75, Issue. 10 , 2014 , Pages 713-746 ; ISSN: 02712091 Hejranfar, K ; Ezzatneshan, E ; Sharif University of Technology
    Abstract
    A high-order compact finite-difference lattice Boltzmann method (CFDLBM) is proposed and applied to accurately compute steady and unsteady incompressible flows. Herein, the spatial derivatives in the lattice Boltzmann equation are discretized by using the fourth-order compact FD scheme, and the temporal term is discretized with the fourth-order Runge-Kutta scheme to provide an accurate and efficient incompressible flow solver. A high-order spectral-type low-pass compact filter is used to stabilize the numerical solution. An iterative initialization procedure is presented and applied to generate consistent initial conditions for the simulation of unsteady flows. A sensitivity study is also... 

    An ant-based rate allocation algorithm for media streaming in peer to peer networks: Extension to multiple sessions and dynamic networks

    , Article Journal of Network and Computer Applications ; Volume 34, Issue 1 , 2011 , Pages 327-340 ; 10848045 (ISSN) Goudarzi, H ; Salavati, A. H ; Pakravan, M. R ; Sharif University of Technology
    Abstract
    In this paper, we introduce a novel algorithm for rate allocation in media streaming P2P networks where multimedia contents are distributed among network members and streamed toward any requesting peer. The proposed algorithm is based on ant-colony optimization. It is capable of handling network dynamism, which is an inherent property of unstructured P2P networks. Another advantage of our algorithm is its ability to get over uncertainties in network state information, particularly the rate of supplying peers that could happen due to lack of accurate measurements. In addition, the suggested method does not rely on any information about the topology of the network. We have investigated both... 

    Comparison of uniform and random sampling for speech and music signals

    , Article 2017 12th International Conference on Sampling Theory and Applications, SampTA 2017, 3 July 2017 through 7 July 2017 ; 2017 , Pages 552-555 ; 9781538615652 (ISBN) Zarmehi, N ; Shahsavari, S ; Marvasti, F ; Sharif University of Technology
    Abstract
    In this paper, we will provide a comparison between uniform and random sampling for speech and music signals. There are various sampling and recovery methods for audio signals. Here, we only investigate uniform and random schemes for sampling and basic low-pass filtering and iterative method with adaptive thresholding for recovery. The simulation results indicate that uniform sampling with cubic spline interpolation outperforms other sampling and recovery methods. © 2017 IEEE  

    Ultra-low power frequency-shift keying demodulator based on injection-locking ring oscillator without using phase locked loop for wireless body area networks

    , Article Electronics Letters ; Volume 53, Issue 16 , 2017 , Pages 1148-1150 ; 00135194 (ISSN) Sattari, R ; Safarian, A ; Sharif University of Technology
    Abstract
    An ultra-low power frequency-shift keying (FSK) demodulator based on injection-locking ring oscillator for wireless body area networks is presented. The proposed system uses the power-efficient injectionlocking ring oscillator (ILRO) to replace the LC oscillator which occupies much more area on chip with higher power consumption. In addition, through the ILRO, the frequency modulated input signal is converted to a full swing rectangular signal, which can be directly demodulated by a chain of down-conversion passive mixers, lowpass filters and a comparator. Power efficiency and simplicity of the proposed structure eliminate conventional FSK demodulator based on power-hungry phase locked... 

    A tunable-Q 4-path bandpass filter with Gm-C second-order baseband impedances

    , Article 25th Iranian Conference on Electrical Engineering, ICEE 2017, 2 May 2017 through 4 May 2017 ; 2017 , Pages 244-248 ; 9781509059638 (ISBN) Rezvanitabar, A ; Babamir, S. M ; Behmanesh, B ; Atarodi, S. M ; Sharif University of Technology
    Abstract
    An active switched-capacitor 4-path bandpass filter suitable for multi-standard applications in ultra-high frequency (UHF) band with different channel bandwidths is designed and simulated in 0.18 μm CMOS technology. The baseband impedance of the filter is implemented as a second-order Gm-C low-pass filter which can be used to tune the channel bandwidth as well as the quality factor (Q) of the RF filter. The center frequency of the filter can be tuned from 100 MHz up to 1.5 GHz by changing the clock frequency applied to the filter while its bandwidth can be tuned by tuning impedance parameters in any center frequency. To do so, the baseband impedance utilizes a frequency dependent negative... 

    Design and Implenentation of a Bandpass Delta-sigma Modulator Using High-Q N-path Filter

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Kabiri, Mohammad Reza (Author) ; Atarodi,Mojtaba (Supervisor) ; Sharifkhani, Mohammad (Co-Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Delta-Sigma Analog-to-Digital converters have been positioned themselves as robust reliable converters so far. The magic Of extracting high resolutions from low bit ADC has made them popular between designers. Previously, the noise-shaping magic was used in high-resolution applications such as high-quality audio signal converters. However, as the technology scales and proceeds, these converters are approaching RF applications, too. Power and OSR trade-off limits this progress. To increase OSR in bandpass delta-sigma modulators, more power should be consumed to increase the quality factor of loop filters. In this thesis, a systematic approach has been utilized. An n-path filter is employed... 

    Design and Simulation of Integrated Bio-Impedance Driver and Sensor Circuits

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Ghouchani, Arman (Author) ; Sharifkhani, Mohammad (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Cardiovascular diseases stand as leading contributors to human mortality and disability, with heart muscle diseases, particularly acute and chronic failures, prevalent among them. While various diagnostic methods exist, an accurate, non-invasive, portable, easily accessible, and minimally disruptive approach for monitoring, requiring no frequent clinic visits, takes precedence. Early diagnosis and continuous fluid status monitoring through bioimpedance measurements of chest size are crucial in mitigating the mortality associated with these diseases. Utilizing bioimpedance as a non-invasive signal, this system facilitates ongoing vital parameter monitoring, treatment strategy optimization,... 

    Synthesis and analysis of sigma-delta modulators employing continuous-time filters

    , Article Analog Integrated Circuits and Signal Processing, Dordrecht, Netherlands ; Volume 23, Issue 2 , 2000 , Pages 141-152 ; 09251030 (ISSN) Bénabès, P ; Keramat, M ; Kielbasa, R ; Sharif University of Technology
    Kluwer Academic Publishers  2000
    Abstract
    A methodology for analysis and synthesis of lowpass sigma-delta (∑Δ) converters is presented in this paper. This method permits the synthesis of ∑Δ modulators employing continuous-time filters from discrete-time topologies. The analysis method is based on the discretization of a continuous-time model and using a discrete simulator, which is more efficient than an analog simulator. In our analysis approach, the influence of the sample and hold block and non-idealities of the feedback DAC can be systematically modeled by discrete-time systems. Finally, a realistic design of a second-order ∑Δ modulator with a compensation of the non-ideal behavior of the DAC is given. Moreover, simulation... 

    A new low power 2-2 cascaded Sigma-Delta modulator with the reduced number of op-amps for GSM transceiver applications

    , Article 2003 10th IEEE International Conference on Electronics, Circuits and Systems, ICECS2003, Sharjah, 14 December 2003 through 17 December 2003 ; Volume 1 , 2003 , Pages 268-271 ; 0780381637 (ISBN); 9780780381636 (ISBN) Safarian, A. Q ; Vahidfar, M. B ; Aslanzadeh, H ; Mehrmanesh, S ; Sharif University of Technology
    2003
    Abstract
    A new single-bit cascaded 2-2 σ/δ (Sigma-Delta) modulator with only two op-amps, instead of four ones in conventional modulators, to decrease the static power consumption and area, is designed for GSM transceiver applications. The circuit consists of two new single op-amp, second-order, and low-pass loop filters to achieve a fourth-order quantization noise shaping. The modulator shows 84dB DR (Dynamic Range) for GSM signal bandwidth, while consuming 2.3mW from a 2.5V supply voltage. © 2003 IEEE  

    TCP retransmission timer adjustment mechanism using system identification

    , Article Proceedings of the 2004 American Control Conference (AAC), Boston, MA, 30 June 2004 through 2 July 2004 ; Volume 3 , 2004 , Pages 2328-2332 ; 07431619 (ISSN); 0780383354 (ISBN) Haeri, M ; Rad, A. H. M ; American Automatic Control Council; International Federation of Automation Control, IFAC ; Sharif University of Technology
    2004
    Abstract
    In this paper, the TCP retransmission timer adjustment mechanism is approached from the system's theoretic point of view. TCP uses a simple recursive system identification algorithm to capture both time variant and time invariant Internet behavior and provides a dynamic Round-Trip Time (RTT) predictor. Based on real Internet data collection, it is observed that when the retransmission timer is adjusted by using the proposed predictor instead of the traditional RTT estimator, its performance increases significantly  

    Inserting the effects of ion channels in mean field models: Application to generation of anesthetic slow waves

    , Article EUROCON 2005 - The International Conference on Computer as a Tool, Belgrade, 21 November 2005 through 24 November 2005 ; Volume I , 2005 , Pages 378-381 ; 142440049X (ISBN); 9781424400492 (ISBN) Molaee Ardekani, B ; Senhadji, L ; Shamsollahi, M. B ; Sharif University of Technology
    2005
    Abstract
    In this paper, effects of general anesthesia on the electroencephalogram (EEC) has been modeled with an enhanced physiological mean field theory of electrocortical activity. Enhancement is done by inserting two intrinsic ion channels (IKNa and IAR) in Liley's mean field model. In addition to excitatory and inhibitory synapses, intrinsic ion channels can generate or manipulate the brain rhythms. IKNa and IAR can produce slow brain rhythms (delta band frequency) in deep levels of anesthesia. We represent the activities of each mentioned ion channels by cascading a nonlinear function and a first order low pass filter. Linearized and numerical solutions of the modified model show that the power... 

    Experimental and analytical model analysis of Babolsar's steel arch bridge

    , Article 3rd International Conference on Bridge Maintenance, Safety and Management - Bridge Maintenance, Safety, Management, Life-Cycle Performance and Cost, Porto, 16 July 2006 through 19 July 2006 ; 2006 , Pages 235-237 ; 0415403154 (ISBN); 9780415403153 (ISBN) Beygi, M. H. A ; Kazemi, M. T ; Lark, B ; Tabrizian, Z ; Sharif University of Technology
    Taylor and Francis/ Balkema  2006
    Abstract
    The paper presents the experimental and analytical model analysis of a steel-girder arch bridge. The field test is carried out by ambient vibration testing under traffic excitations. Both the peak picking method in the frequency domain and the stochastic subspace identification method in the time domain are used for the output-only model identification. A good agreement in identified frequencies has been found between the two methods. It is further demonstrated that the stochastic subspace method provides better mode shapes. The three-dimensional finite element models are constructed and an analytical model analysis is then performed to generate natural frequencies and mode shapes in the... 

    Performance of valveless diffuser micropumps under harmonic piezoelectric actuation

    , Article 8th Biennial ASME Conference on Engineering Systems Design and Analysis, ESDA2006, Torino, 4 July 2006 through 7 July 2006 ; Volume 2006 , 2006 ; 0791837793 (ISBN); 9780791837795 (ISBN) Ahmadian, M. T ; Saidi, M. H ; Mehrabian, A ; Bazargan, M ; Kenarsari, S. D ; Sharif University of Technology
    American Society of Mechanical Engineers  2006
    Abstract
    Valveless piezoelectric micropumps are in wide practical use due to their ability to conduct particles with absence of interior moving mechanical parts. The objective of this paper is to obtain the fluid flow response to actuation frequency of a passive diffuser valve under harmonic pressures. In this regards a 2D model of a micropump valves and chambers is analyzed. The analysis is performed for 10Kpa back pressure on micropump chamber and actuation frequencies within the range of 1Hz to 10 KHz. Results show the highest velocity in the direction of diffuser axis occurs at the narrow diffuser neck while flow direction reverses every half period. For low frequencies, a parabolic velocity... 

    A low-power CMOS Gm-C filter for wireless receiver applications with on-chip automatic tuning system

    , Article ISCAS 2006: 2006 IEEE International Symposium on Circuits and Systems, Kos, 21 May 2006 through 24 May 2006 ; 2006 , Pages 3810-3813 ; 02714310 (ISSN); 0780393902 (ISBN); 9780780393905 (ISBN) Adrang, H ; Lotfi, R ; Mafinejhad, K ; Tajalli, A ; Mehrmanesh, S ; Sharif University of Technology
    2006
    Abstract
    In this paper, a fourth-order, 3.5-MHz, low-pass elliptic Gm-C filter employing low-noise, low-voltage transconductance amplifiers is presented. A new technique to enhance the linearity of the Gm-C filter is proposed. Furthermore, the nonlinear behavior of the filter caused by nonlinear behavior of transconductors with determined input amplitude is discussed. HSpice simulation results of the 1.8-V filter in a 0.18μm CMOS process show a THD of less than 44dB for 0.6Vpp input signal and an input-referred noise of less than 45 nV/√Hz in worst case. The current consumption of each OTA is 1.5-mA. © 2006 IEEE  

    Effect of actuation frequency on the performance of diffuser micropumps

    , Article 4th International Conference on Nanochannels, Microchannels and Minichannels, ICNMM2006, Limerick, 19 June 2006 through 21 June 2006 ; Volume 2006 B , 2006 , Pages 725-731 ; 0791847608 (ISBN); 9780791847602 (ISBN) Mehrabian, A ; Ahmadian, M. T ; Sharif University of Technology
    2006
    Abstract
    Valveless piezoelectric micropumps are in wide practical use due to their ability to conduct particles with absence of interior moving mechanical parts. The objective of this paper is to obtain the fluid flow response to actuation frequency of a passive diffuser valve under harmonic pressures. In this regards a 2D model of a micropump valves and chambers is analyzed. The analysis is performed for 10Kpa back pressure on micropump chamber and actuation frequencies within the range of 1 Hz to 10 KHz. Results show the highest velocity in the direction of diffuser axis occurs at the narrow diffuser neck while flow direction reverses every half period. For low frequencies, a parabolic velocity... 

    A compact mixer and DAC for implementation of a direct conversion OQPSK transmitter

    , Article 2007 IEEE Region 10 Conference, TENCON 2007, Taipei, 30 October 2007 through 2 November 2007 ; 2007 ; 1424412722 (ISBN); 9781424412723 (ISBN) Chahardori, M ; Mehrmanesh, S ; Zamanlooy, B ; Atarodi, M ; Sharif University of Technology
    2007
    Abstract
    A compact low power circuit for implementation of a direct conversion OQPSK modulator is proposed. The circuit consists of a digital to analog converter, a low pass filter and an up-converter mixer. By embedding these three blocks, the circuit performance is enhanced and the total power consumption is reduced. The mixer is designed base on a Gilbert cell with on chip inductor loads. Instead of transconductance transistors of Gilbert cell, a fully deferential current mode DAC is used and proficiently a low pass filter is embedded between them and therefore the linearity of total system is improved. All of circuits are designed based on 0.18 μm CMOS technology with a single 1.8 volt power... 

    A new high-speed class-AB current-mode circuit

    , Article 2007 IEEE International Symposium on Circuits and Systems, ISCAS 2007, New Orleans, LA, 27 May 2007 through 30 May 2007 ; 2007 , Pages 717-720 ; 02714310 (ISSN) Sedighi, B ; Bakhtiar, M. S ; Sharif University of Technology
    Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc  2007
    Abstract
    this paper presents a new class AB circuit for current-mode signal processing. The proposed circuit provides high-dynamic range, low distortion and accurate definition of quiescent current and it is well suited for high-speed applications. A third-order low-pass filter with a cutoff frequency of 200MHz and 51dB dynamic range is also presented. The Alter consumes 2.7mW from 1.8V supply. © 2007 IEEE  

    A variational method for designing wavelets to match a specified signal

    , Article Signal Processing ; Volume 88, Issue 10 , 2008 , Pages 2417-2424 ; 01651684 (ISSN) Bahrampour, A. R ; Izadnia, S ; Vahedi, M ; Sharif University of Technology
    Elsevier  2008
    Abstract
    In this paper, we have developed an efficient method for obtaining an orthonormal wavelet that is matched to a given signal. The error between the wavelet and the given signal is minimized subject to the constraints of the amplitude and phase of the band-limited wavelet spectrum. To consider the constraints of the minimization problem, the Lagrange multipliers technique is applied. Variational method reduced the optimal matching problem to the solution of a set of functional equations for the amplitude and phase of the wavelet spectrum. Continuous functional equations were written in terms of Fourier coefficients of the phase of the transfer function of the quadrature low pass filter at the... 

    A variational method for designing adaptive bandlimited wavelets

    , Article Signal, Image and Video Processing ; Volume 3, Issue 4 , 2009 , Pages 363-374 ; 18631703 (ISSN) Bahrampour, A. R ; Mirzaee, S. M. A ; Sharif University of Technology
    2009
    Abstract
    This paper proposes a new method of estimating an orthogonal bounded spectrum wavelet from a given signal. The method is based on minimizing the distance of the wavelet and the given signal in the sense of the metric of the L2 space. In this method, the amplitude and phase of the mother wavelet are optimized simultaneously. The Lagrange multipliers technique is applied to consider the constraints due to the bounded spectrum wavelet and orthogonality conditions. The variational method reduced the optimal matching problem to the solution of a set of functional equations for the amplitude and phase of the optimal-matched bandlimited wavelet spectrum. Continuous functional equations are written... 

    Robust image watermarking using independent component analysis

    , Article Proceedings - 3rd International Symposium on Information Processing, ISIP 2010, 12 November 2010 through 14 November 2010, Qingdao ; 2010 , Pages 363-367 ; 9780769542614 (ISBN) Hajisami, A ; Ghaemmaghami, S ; Sharif University of Technology
    2010
    Abstract
    This paper proposes an image watermarking scheme for copyright protection based on Independent Component Analysis (ICA). In the suggested scheme, we divide the original image into blocks and use the ICA to project the image into a basis with its components as statistically independent as possible. The data embedding is carried out in cumulative form in the ICA basis and also the ICA is used for watermark extraction. The extraction process could be either non-blind, through a straightforward procedure, or blind, via a tricky method we propose. Experimental results show that the new method outperforms some well-known image watermarking methods [1], [2], [3] in spatial or frequency domain and...