IAS'95
Volume 2
Conference Record of the
1995 IEEE Industry
Applications Conference
Thirtieth IAS Annual MeetingOctober 8 - 12,1995
Orlando, Florida, USA
Power Module Control DesignRichardJ. Valentine, Motorola Semiconductor Products Sector 904
Novel Designs in Power Modules
C. Van Godbold, University ofSouth Carolina, V. AnandSankaran, Ford Motor Co., Jerry L.Hudgins,University ofSouth Carolina 911
Metal Matrix Composite Power Modules: Improvements in Reliability and Package IntegrationGuillermo L. Romero, James M. Fusaro, Joe L. Martinez, Jr., Motorola Semiconductor Products
Sector 916
Design Trade-Offs and Reliability of Power Circuit Substrates with Respect to Varying Geometrical
Parameters of Direct Copper Bonded AI2O3 and BeO
Kiran H.Dalai, Joseph F. Dickson, Brush Wellman Inc 923
Power Module Durability Copper Clad Insulated Metal Substrates
Herbert J. Fick, Berquist Company 930
MODULES/THERMAL CONSIDERATIONS
Breakdown Voltage Improvement of Standard MOS Technologies Targeted at Smart Power
P. Mendonca Santos, M.LCastro Simas, M.Langa, Instituto Superior Tecnico-CEAUTL, S.Finco,
F.H.Behrens, Fundacao Centro Tecnologicopara Informatica 937
Development of a Conception Methodology for Power Multi Rectifier Chips Modules
S.Rael, D.Baillivet, Ch. Schaeffer, Laboratoire d'Electrotechnique de Grenoble 946
New Intelligent Power Module for Electric Vehicles
Toshihiro Nakajima, Shigekazu Yoshida, Akio Uenishi, Takaaki Shirawasa, Mitsubishi Electric,FukuokaWorks, Susumu Ukita, Yoshio Kimura, Toyota Motor Company 954
Thyristor (Diode) Transient Thermal Impedance Modeling Including Spatial Temperature Distribution
During Surge and Overload Conditions
John W.Motto, Jr., William HKarstaedt, Jerry M.Sherbondy, Scott G.Leslie, Powerex Inc 959
Numerical Optimization of a Heat Sink Used for Electric Motor Drives
M.H.Gordon, M.B. Stewart, B.King, J.C.Balda, KJ.Olejniczak, University ofArkansas 967
Wide Temperature Operation of a PWM DC-DC Converter
BiswajitRay, University ofPuerto Rico, RichardL.Patterson, NASA Lewis Research Center 971
IGBTs AND MOS STRUCTURES
Analysis ofCMOS Compatible BIPMOS Transistor
D.KThakur, A.Kumar, S.KMahajan, KL.Jasuja, Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute,Y.KGauba, USHA (India) Ltd. 979
A 60 V BiCDMOS Device Technology for Automotive ApplicationsKimimori Hamada, Fumiaki Kawai, Tomoyoshi Kushidu, Akira Kawahashi, Toyota Motor
Corporation 986
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New Process Technologies Improve IGBT Module EfficiencyEric RMotto, John F.Donlon, Powerex Inc., Satoshi Mori, Mitsubishi Electric Co.,Fukuoka Works,Takahiko Iida, Okayama University ofScience 991
Active Voltage Balancement of Series Connected IGBTs
Alfio Consoli, Salvatore Musumeci, Aalborg University, UlrikJaeger, Danfoss A/S 2752
Evaluation ofModern IGBT-modules for Hard-switched AC/DC/AC Converters
Frede Blaabjerg, John KPedersen, Aalborg University, Ulrik Jaeger, Danfoss A/S 997
Dynamics of IGBT Performance in Hard- and Soft-Switching Converters
H.H.Li, MSrivedi, KShenai, University ofWisconsin-Madison 1006
Design of Lateral IGBT Power Devices with Current Sensor
Yung C.Liang, Vincent Hor, National University ofSingapore 1010
COMPONENTS
Technological Design Rules for Control Circuits of Static Power Converters
F.Merienne, J.Roudet, Laboratoire d'Electrotechnique de Grenoble 1019
Power Factor Corrector on Insulated Metal Substrate
G.Aime, J.Barbaroux, J-P Ferrieux, Laaboratoire d'Electrotechnique de Grenoble 1026
A New Approach to Model Component Parasitics
J.A.Ferreira, S.J.Marais, RandAfrikaans University 1031
Bridge Leg Snubbers for GTO Thyristor Inverters
Xiangning He, Zhejiang University, Stephen J. Finney, Barry W. Williams, Heriot-Watt University,
Zhaoming Qian, Zhejiang University 1038
Special Current Transducers for Safety Requirements and Special ApplicationsMarcel Etter, LEMS.A., Gregg Ehlert, LEM USA, Inc 1045
Designing LC Filters for AC-Motor Drives
Per-Anders Gath, RIFA Electrolytics AB Sweden/UPE Inc., Marty Lucas, Trenco Inc 1050
SPECIAL SESSION ON MODEL VALIDATION
Test Circuits for Verification of Power Device Models
S.Pendharkar, C. Winterhalter, M. Trivedi, H.Li, A.Kurnia, D.Divan, K. Shenai, University of Wisconsin-Madison 1055
Determination of Switching Losses in IGBTs by Loss-Summation-Method
LAbraham, M.Reddig, Federal Armed Forces University, Munich 1061
A Systematic Approach to Power Diode Characterization and Model Validation
Jeffrey L.Duliere, HAlan Mantooth, RGlenn Perry, Analogy Inc 1069
Automatic Functional Model Validation Between Spice and VerilogMichaiel C.Naum, Yoshio Inoue, Mitsubishi Electronics America, Inc 1076
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Defining Standard Performance Levels for Power Semiconductor Devices
I.Budihardjo, P.O.Lauritzen, KY.Wong, R.B.Darling, University of Washington, H.Alan Mantooth,
Analogy Inc 1084
Synchronous Rectifier as a Test Circuit for High-Frequency Power MOSFET Model Verification
K.Fischer, KShenai, University ofWisconsin-Madison 1091
POWER SYSTEMSPROTECTION COMMITTEE
POWER QUALITY
Costs and Benefits ofHarmonic Current Reduction for Switch-Mode Power Supplies in a Commercial Office
BuildingThomas Key, Power Electronics Applicatiion Center, Jih-Sheng Lai, Oak Ridge National
Laboratory1101
Special Design Considerations for Filter Banks in Arc Furnace Installations
RF.Dudley, Trench Electric, C.Fellers, J.A.Bonner, Cooper Power Systems 1109
Industrial Capacitor Application Procedures for Loss Reduction and Estimation ofHarmonics
Roger C.Dugan, Electrotek Concepts, Barry W. Kennedy, Bonneville Power Administratio 1117
A Simplified Solution for Bi-Dimensional Random-Walks and Its Application to Power Quality Related
Problems
A.Cavallini, Universita di Ferrara, G.C.Montanari, Istituto diElettrotecnicaIndustriale 1125
POWER SYSTEM PROTECTION #1
Protective Relaying for the Cogeneration Intertie Revisited
Catherine M. Mattison, Basler Electric Co 1135
Real-Time Transient Testing and Performance of Transformer Differential Relays
Norman T.Stringer, Larry Lav/head, Tim Wilkerson, Jason Biggs, Basler Electric, G.D.Rockefeller, Rocke¬
fellerAssociates, Inc 1142
Much More Than an Overcurrent Relay
Bruce Bailey, JeffMizener, Max Bentley, Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc 1151
POWER SYSTEM PROTECTION #2
An Innovative Method of Providing Total Breaker Failure Protection
Norman T.Stringer, Dan Waser, Basler Electric Co 1165
The Meaning of Interrupting Ratings on Low Voltage Protective Equipment
James J. Toth III, ABB Service, Inc 1170
Consideration ofMotor Contribution in Series Ratings
George D. Gregory, ErmalCurd, Square D. Co 1178
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Digital Model of Overcurrent Relay Characteristics
H.A.Darwish,M.A.Rahman, Memorial University ofNewfoundland, A.I.Taalab, H.Shaaban, MenoufryaUniversity jjgj
Nonlinear Transient Simulation of Transformers
L.Pierrat, T.Tran-Quoc, Institut National Polytechnique de Grenoble & Electricite de France, A.Montmeat,Electricite de France 7/93
ELECTROSTATICPROCESSES COMMITTEE
CORONA DISCHARGE AND CHARGED PARTICLES
High Divider Ratio Fast Response Capacitive Dividers for High Voltage Pulse Measurements
S.Jayaram, X.Xu, J.D.Cross, University ofWaterloo 1201
The Measurement of Ion Mobility by Using an Axsymmetric Ion-Flow Anemometer
Kazutoshi Asano, Takashi AjimaYoshio Higashiyama, Yamagata University 1206
Formation ofthe Charged Droplet Cloud and Corona Discharge Between the Cloud and a Grounded Electrode
Toshiyuki Sugimoto, Yoshio Higashiyama, Kazutoshi Asano, Yamagata University 1211
Onset Voltage of Corona on Coated Conductors
MAbdel-Salam, Assiut University, Y. Abo-Shal, SCECO - East 1216
Electrostatic Motion ofPolymer Particles in Silicon Fluid
Kyoko Yatsuzuka, Young-Soo Ahn, Kazutoshi Asano, Yamagata University 1223
Charging ofInsulating Spheres in Contact with an Electrode Affected by a Mono-Ionized Field
Lucian Dascalescu, Laboratoire dElectrostaique et de Materiaux Dielectriques - C.N.R.S., Dan Rqftroiu,Adrian Samuila, Technical University ofCluj-Napoca, Robert Tobazeon.Laboratoire d'Electrostaique et
de Materiaux Dielectriques - C.N.RS 1229
ELECTROSTATIC HAZARDS AND ESD
The Electrostatic Properties of Insulating Sheets Close to a Conductor: A Review
G.S.P.Castle, U.Inculet, The University of Western Ontario 1237
Static Electricity Hazards in the Use ofFlexible Intermediate Bulk Containers
Giinter Luttgens, Wilhelm-Jost Institut, Hamm 1242
Electrostatic Discharge Issues in Electric Vehicles
Philip T.Krein, University ofIllinois at Urbana-Champaign 1245
Constant Energy Charged Device Model (CECDM) for Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and Semiconductor
Devices
William D.Greason, Sviatoslav Bulach, University of Western Ontario 1251
Measurement of Electric Field due to Electrostatic Discharge Using the Pockels Effect
Hajime Tomita, Yasuyuki Tabata, The National Institute ofIndustrial Safety, Tokyo 1260
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Non-Invasive Optoelectronic System for Measurement of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Induced
Phenomena
William D.Greason, Zdenek Kucerovsky, Sviatoslav Bulach, Martin Flatley, University of Western On¬
tario1264
ELECTROSTATIC COATING AND APPLIED ELECTROSTATICS
Simulation of Particle Trajectories in Tribo-Powder Coating
KAdamiak, J.Mao, University ofWestern Ontario 1273
A Transfer Efficiency Model for Powder Coating Process
H. Chen, Universtiy ofArkansas at Little Rock, B. Gatlin, Mississippi State University, G. Burnside, R.N.
Reddy, V.KKandarpa, M.K.Mazumder, University ofArkansas-Little Rock 1280
Surface Potential Measurements for Predicting Film Thickness of Electrostatically Sprayed Powders
Stanely G. Rawski, Alaa A.Elmoursi, Robert A. Ottaviani, Phuong-Anh Ngo, General Motors
R&D Center1284
Q/M Distribution in Pulsed Corona Powder Coating Spray Cone
I.I.Inculet, G.S.P. Castle, The University ofWestern Ontario 1289
Characterization of Chargeability ofBiological Particulates by Triboelectrification
S.Banerjee, S.E.Law, University ofGeorgia 1295
Electrostatic Devices for Particle Micro-Handling
Felix M.Moesner, Toshiro Higuchi, KanagawaAcademy ofScience and Technology 1302
Electrostatic Levitator for Hard Disk Media
Ju Jin, KanagawaAcademy ofScience and Technology, Toshiro Higuchi, University ofTokyo, Manabu
Kanemoto, MITSUBISHIMaterials Co 1310
Dual Excitation Multiphase Electrostatic Drive
Toshiki Niino, The Institute ofPhysical and Chemical Research (RIKEN); Toshiro Higuchi, University of
Tokyo, Saku Egawa, Hitachi Ltd. 1318
BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS
Dielectric Constant and Conductivity of One Seed in Germination Process
Shuntaro Kurinobu, Yutaka Okazaki, Fukuyama University 1329
Electrostatic Treatment of Bean Seeds
Roman Morar, Radu Munteanu, Emil Simion, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Iuliu Munteanu,
Romanian Academy ofScience, Lucian Dascalescu, Laboratoire d'Electrostatique et de Materiaux
Dielectriques - C.N.R.S. 1335
Inactivation ofYersinia Enterocolitica Gram-Negative Bacteria Using High Voltage Pulse Technique
Piotr Lubicki, James D. Cross, Shesha Jayaram, University ofWaterloo, Boleslaw Mazurek, Technical
University of Wroclaw, Zdzislaw Staroniewicz, Agricultural Academy 1338
A Continuous Treatment System for Inactivating Microorganisms with Pulsed Electric Fields
B.L.Qin, G.V.Barbosa-Cdnovas, B.G.Swanson, P.D.Pedrow, R.G.Olsen, Washington State
University 1345
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Evaluation of Cell Characteristics by Opto-Electrostatic MicromanipulationMasateru Nishioka, Shinji Katsura, Ken Hirano, Akira Mizuno, Toyohashi University ofTechnology
Dielectrophoretic Manipulation of Particles
Xiao-Bo Wang, Ying Huang, Peter R.C.Gascoyne, Frederick F.Becker, University of Texas M.D,Anderson Cancer Center j^ss
Dielectrophoretic Separation of Cancer Cells from Blood
P.RC.Gascoyne, X-B. Wang, Y.Huang, F.F.Becker, University of'Texas M.D.Anderson CancerCenter 1366
Quantitative Analysis ofDNA Orientation in Stationary AC Electric Field Using Fluorescence AnisotropySeiichi Suzuki, Takeshi Yamanashi, Shin-ichi Tazawa, Seikei University, Osamu Kurosawa, ADVANCECo. Ltd., Masao Washizu, Seikei Univeristy 1374
COMPUTATIONAL ELECTROSTATICS
Aerosol Deposition on an Arbitrarily Oriented Single Rectangular Fibre in a Uniform Electric Field
K. Adamiak, University of Western Ontario 1385
Generation of Steep Front Short Duration Impulses from Conventional Standard Impulse Generator-A
Simulation StudyXXu, S.Jayaram, University ofWaterloo 1390
Modeling the Transient Electric Field Produced by a Charged Pollen Cloud Entering a Flower
Y.Dai, S.E.Law, University ofGeorgia 1395
Induced Fields, Charges and Currents on a Lineman Engaged in Transmission-Line Insulator Washing
M.Abdel-Salam, M. Th.El-Mohandes, Assiut University, A.S.Alghamdi, Junior College ofTechnology,Jeddah, Saudi Arabia 1403
Lightning Protection Using Energized Franklin Rods
M. Abdel-Salam, Assiut University, U. Al-Abdul-Latif, Construction Materials Co 1409
Adaptive Finite-Element Ballooning Analysis of Bipolar Ionized Fields
ZakariyaM. Al-Hamouz, King Fahd University ofPetroleum andMinerals 1415
PLASMA CHEMICAL PROCESSING
The Effect ofAC Applied Voltage Phase Differences on the NOxReduction from the Combustion Flue Gases
by Superimposed Surface and Silent Discharge Plasma Reactors
K. Urashima, J.S.Chang, McMaster University, T. Ito, Musashi Institute of Technology 1425
Pulsed Plasma Treatment of Polluted Gas using Wet/Low Temperature Corona Reactors
KShimizu, KKinoshita, KYanagihara, B.S.Rajanikanth, S.Katsura, A.Mizuno, Toyohashi University
ofTechnology1432
Studies on Atmospheric Low Temperature Discharge Plasma Decomposition of VOCs
Tersuji Oda, Ryuichi Yamashita, Tadashi Takahashi, The University of Tokyo 1440
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Destruction ofVolatile Organic Compounds used in a Semiconductor Industry by a Capillary Tube DischargeReactor
H.Kohno, MTamura, A.Shibuya, S.Honda, Asahikogyosha Co. Ltd., A.A.Berezin, J.S.Chang, McMaster
University, T. Yamamoto, Research Triangle Institute 1445
Towards Understanding of VOC Decomposition Mechanisms Using Nonthermal Plasmas
Shigeru Futamura, National Institutefor Resources and Environment, Japan, Toshiaki Yamamoto, Phil
A.Lawless, Research Triangle Institute 1453
Application of Pulsed Discharge Plasma for Methanol SynthesisB.S.Rajanikanth, K.Shimizu, M.Okumoto, S.Katsura, A.Mizuno, Toyohashi University ofTechnology 1459
ELECTROHYDRODYNAMICS / ELECTROSTATIC SPRAYING
Effect ofElectrical Field on Buoyancy-Induced Flows in an Enclosure
H.S.Shu, F.C.Lai, University ofOklahoma 1465
Enhanced Heat Transfer in a Horizontal Channel with Double Electrodes
J.Mathew, F.C.Lai, University ofOklahoma 1472
Micro-Electrohydrodynamic Pump Driven by Traveling Electric Fields
Jin-Woo Choi, Yong-Kweon Kim, Seoul National University 1480
Experimental Investigation ofDroplet Formation Mechanisms by Electrostatic Dispersion in a Liquid-LiquidSystem
Masayuki Sato, Toshihiro Hatori, Masahiro Saito, Gunma University 1485
Harmonic Spraying of Conducting Liquids Employing AC-DC Electric Fields
Z.Huneiti, W. Balachandran, W.Machowski, P.Arnold, University ofSurrey 1493
ELECTROSTATIC SEPARATION AND POLYMER PROCESSING
High-Voltage Supplies for Corona-Electrostatic SeparatorsAlexandru luga, Vasile Neamtu, Hie Suarasan, Roman Morar, Technical University ofCluj-Napoca;L.Dascalescu, LEMD-CNRS, Grenoble 1503
Influence ofElectrode Geometry on Transport and Separation Efficiency ofPowders using Travelling WaveField TechniqueW.Machowski, W.Balachandran, D.Hu, University ofSurrey 1508
Conductive Modification ofInjection Molded Thermoplastics: Electrical Properties and Electrostatic Painta-
bilityJ.Helms, E.Blais, M-F.Cheung, J.Schroeder, T.Derengowski, Ford Motor Company 1514
Space and Surface Charge Behavior Analysis of Charge-Eliminated Polymer Films
Tetsuji Oda, Kazunori Takashima, Shin-ichiro Ichiyama, The University ofTokyo 1523
The Effect of Charge Elminiation by Corona Discharge on the Characteristics of Contact Charging of HighPolymersTetuhiro Hase, Isao Hiyoshi, Yuji Murata, Science University ofTokyo 1529
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Partial Electrostatic Discharge Induced by Precharged Dielectric Surfaces
T.S.Lee, University of'Minnesota,John Gasal, Anoka Electric Cooperative 1534
Mechanism of Contact Charging Photoconductor and Insulator with DC-biased Conductive Roller
Hiroyuki Hirakawa, Yuji Murata, Science University of Tokyo 1539
Characteristics of Digital-Type Photoconductors with Different Binder ResinsHitohiro Maeda, Yuji Murata, Science University of Tokyo 1543
INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION & CONTROL COMMITTEE
INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATIC CONTROL APPLICATIONS
Computer Integrated Monitoring, Fault Identification and Control for a Bottling Line
D.Trouplis, S.Manesis, N.T.Koussoulas, T.Chronopoulos, University ofPatras 1549
A Machine Vision Approach to Detect and Categorize Fires in Aircraft Dry Bays and Engine CompartmentsSimon Y. Foo, FloridaA&M University 1557
Performance Assessment ofAdvanced Process Control Algorithms Using An Interacting Tank SystemF.G.Jota, UFMG, A.RBraga, CEFET/MG, RT.Pena, UFMG 1565
High-Performance Automotive Engine Control in Engine Tester
MichitakaHori, Masahiko Suzuki, MasakatsuNomura, Masayuki Terashima, Meidensha Corp, . .
1572
ANew High Speed Digital Motor Controller for Increasing the Packaging Speed ofa Tiromat Machine
Akram Hossain, Suzali Suyut, Purdue University, Calumet 1580
Automatic Magnetic Particle Testing System for Square Billets
Tamotsu Nishimine, Osamu Tsuyama, Toshimitsu Tanaka, Hirotsugu Fujiwara, Sumitomo Metal
Industries, Ltd. 1585
INDUSTRIAL ADAPTIVE CONTROL APPLICATIONS
A Real-Time Digital Adaptive Tracking Controller for a DC Motor
Santai Hwang, Indiana University-Purdue University 1593
The Self-Learning CMAC Control ofthe Oil Temperature in Hydraulic SystemHe Hong, Zhou Entao, Zhou Shichang, Northeast University 1599
Intelligent Model Reference Adaptive Control Applied to Motion Control
Tom Rehm, Peter B. Schmidt, Allen-Bradley Company 1605
Model Reference Adaptive Control-Implementation Considerations on an Integer-Based DSP
LiyongChen, Polyspede Electronics Corp., Juan C. Balda, KraigJ. Olejniczak, Univ. ofArkansas .. .
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Intelligent Self Tuning Regulator for On-Line Tuning of Industrial Controller Using a Digital Parameter
Optimization TechniqueMohamedE. Brihoum, DeVry Institute of Technology, Ahmad M. Farhoud, Adel A. Ghandakly, The
University of Toledo '
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Design of An Adaptive Speed Controller for DC Brushless Motors
AdelA. Ghandakly, Michael R. Owed, The University of Toledo 1626
Enhancement of Exiting PLC's with an Adaptive Control TechniqueAdelA. Ghandakly, Mark E. Shields, Ahmad M.Farhoud, The University ofToledo 1634
A Decentralized Adaptive Control Algorithm and The Application in Power System Stabilzer
(PSS) Design
J.J.Dai, Operation Technology, Inc. A.A.Ghandakfy, The University ofToledo 1641
FUZZY LOGIC CONTROLS
Comparative Study of Proportional-Integral, Sliding Mode and Fuzzy Logic Controllers for Power
Converters
V.S.C.Ravirqj, P.C.Sen, Queen's University 1651
A Self Organizing and Self Tuning Fuzzy Logic Controller for Field Oriented Control of Induction Motor
Drives
F. Ashrafzadeh, Dr. E.P.Nowicki, The University ofCalgary, J.C.Salmon, University ofAlberta ....
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Stabilization Procedures Based on Fuzzy Inference Algorithms for PWM Drives
Marek Budzisz, Zbigniew Nowacki, Technical University ofLodz, Politechnika Lodzka 1663
Predictive Fuzzy Controller for Robotic Motion Control
Shiuh-Jer Huang, Chih-FengHu, National Taiwan Institute of Technology 1668
Fuzzy Logic Control ofAutomated Screw FasteningFouad Mrad, American University ofBeirut, Zhiqiang Gao, Nitin Dhayagude, Cleveland State
University 1673
Sinusoidial Rotatory Chair System by an Auto-Tuning Fuzzy PID Controller
Hae-Am Park, Kwangju Health Institute ofScience, In-Su Cha, Dong Shin University, Hyung-Lae Baek,Cho Sun University 1681
MODELING OF INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES
Probabilistic Representation of Harmonic Currents Produced by AC/DC Static Power Converters
Y.G.Hegazy, MMA.Salama, University of Waterloo 1689
A Study of Atomicity and Consistency in MMS Servers
S.Messina, P. Pleinevaux, Swiss Federal Institute ofTechnology 1696
Analysis of Three-Phase Induction Motors Under Conditions of Technical and Economical Uncertainty
Aiming Energy Conservation
Afonso Henriques Moreira Santos, Edson da Costa Bortoni, Federal Engineering School ofltajuba ....
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Parameters Identification ofLoad-Motor Set for Energy Conservation: Dynamic Analysis
Afonso Henriques Moreira Santos, Edson da Costa Bortoni, Erick Diedrich K, Federal EngineeringSchool ofltajuba 1707
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Checkweigher Modeling Using Dynamical SubsystemsM.Tariq, W.Balachandran, S.Song, University ofSurrey 7775
Basic Components ofDigital Instrumentation for Industry by Electromagnetic Micro RelaysFranco Castelli, Polytechnic di Milan
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The Characterization of a Clean Room Assembly Process
FouadMrad, The American University ofBeirut 7727
Modelling Arc Furnace Flicker and Investigating Compensation TechniquesH.M.Petersen,Rand Afrikaans University, R.G.Koch.Eskom Technology Research & InvestigationSouth Africa,P.H.Swart,RandAfrikaans University, Rvan Heerden, Eskom Transmission Operation &Maintenance South Africa 7733
Modelling of a DC Arc Furnace for Optimal Integration with the Supply SystemJ.Bekker, P.HSwart.RandAfrikaans University, C.F.Landy, University ofthe Witwatersrand SouthAfrica,D.A.Marshall, Eskom 7747
Rodbed Grounding Resistances from the Single Driven Rod Resistance The "F" Multiplication Factor
M.MElsherbiny, MMA.Salama, Y.L.Chow, University of Waterloo 1749
INDUSTRIAL NEURALNETWORKAPPLICATIONS
An Intelligent Control System for Resistance Spot Welding Using a Neural Network and Fuzzy LogicRobert W. Messier, Jr., MinJou, C.James Li, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 7757
Sensor Fusion Using Neural Network in the Robotic Welding
Kenji Ohshima, Masaaki Yabe, Kazuya Akita, Katsuya Kugai, Saitama University, Takefumi Kubota,
Himeji Institute of Technology, Satoshi Yamane, Saitama University 1764
A Neural Network Controller For Indirect Field Orientation Control
M. Mohamadian, E.P.Nowicki, The University ofCalgary, J.C.Salmon, University ofAlberta. .....1770
Artifical Neural Network Based Controller for Permanent Magnet DC Motor Drives
M.A.Hoque, M.RZaman, MA.Rahman, Memorial University ofNewfoundland 1775
Identification and Control of Induction Motor Stator Currents Using Fast on-Line Random Trainingof a Neural Network
Bruce Burton, University ofNatal, Farrukh Kamran, Georgia Institute of Technology, Ronald
G.Harley, University ofNatal, Thomas G.Habetler, Martin Brooke, Ravi Poddar, Georgia Institute
of Technology ^5/
An Alternative Approach for Adaptive Real-Time Control using a Nonparametric Neural Network
Alexandre Pinto Alves da Silva, Paulo Cesar Nascimento, Germano Lambert-Torres, Luiz Eduardo
Borges da Silva, Escola Federal de Engenharia de Itajuba 1788
A Neural Network Recognition System for Machine Printed Characters on Coils
Tetsuro Yanagita, Toshimitsu Tanaka, Sumitomo Metal Industries, Ltd.; Akio Toshima, Sumitomo Metal
Industries, Control Engineering Corp ^795
Learning Unknown Nonlinearities Using a Discrete Observer in Combination with Neural Networks
Thomas Frenz, Dierk Schroder, Technical University ofMunich 1^00
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INDUSTRIAL PROCESS CONTROLS
Automated Visual Inspection and Interpretation System for Weld Quality Evaluation
George E. Cook, RJoel Barnett, Vanderbilt University, Kristinn Andersen, Marel Corp., James F.
Springfield, Microsoft Corp., Alvin M. Strauss, Vanderbilt University 1809
Direct Production of Conductive/Resistive Traces on a Flexible Substrate Using a Computer/ Printer
SystemPaulS. Sherman, Arkansas State University 1817
The Interval Based Control Technique: Controlling Physical Systems Through Imprecise Models
M.M.Lamego, Universidade Federal do Espirito Santo, J.P.Rey, Noordelijke HogeschoolLeeuwarden 1822
Control Basic Building Block (CB3) (Part I: An Optimal Control Law)Novica A. Losic, Ljubomir Dj. Varga, Electrohome Ltd. 1828
Control Basic Building Block (CB3) (Part II: Rigid, Invariant and Chattering-Free Control of
Nonlinear and Nonstationary Systems
Ljubomir Dj. Varga, Institute "M.Pupin" & Electrohome Ltd., Novica A. Losic, LockheedMartin-
APL 1832
Control of Back Weld Pool Shape in MIG Welding by Using Switch Back Method
Bingzhe Jin, Yasuyoshi Kaneko, Masahiro Soeda, Kenji Ohshima, Saitama University 1835
Application of Block Pulse Functions in a Polyphase Digital Distance RelaySri R. Kolla, Bowling Green State University 1841
DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING APPLICATIONS
A DSB-SC Demodulation Technique for Non-Intrusive Diagnostics of Motor-Operated Valves
Bela D. Joshi, Old Dominion University, B.RUpadhyaya, University ofTennessee 1849
Design of A Flexible DSP Based Drive Development SystemRSamudio, P. Pillay, University ofNew Orleans 1854
Operation Strategy of Hybrid Harmonic Filter in Demand-Side SystemChin E. Lin, Wei-Fu Su, Shun-Li Lu, Chin-Lin Chen, Ching-Lien Huang, National Cheng KungUniversity 1862
Multifrequency FM-SWFM Data Transmission Using Optical Fiber
Yuji Hamamatsu, Hideyuki Asada,Shizuoka University, Yuying Wu.Seikoh Giken Co.Ltd., Hiroaki Ikeda,Hirofumi Yoshida, Shizuoka University 1867
Incorporating Radio Frequency Communication into a Computer Integrated Manufacturing Test FacilityD.S.Zinger, H.R. Liggett, North Illinois University, V. Difatta, Grayhill, Inc 1874
Predictive Digital Hysteresis Current Control
Luca Sonaglioni, University ofPadova 1879
Hardware Software System Design of a Generic Embedded Controller for Industrial ApplicationsJai P. Agrawal, EssaidBouktache, Omer Farook, Chandra R. Sekhar, Purdue University Calumet.
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