Clever commensalism in a harsh environment

A Significant Improvement to Clever Algorithm in Hyperlinked Environment

This article addresses a problem with the existing approach by Clever Algorithm on studies of Web hyperlink structure: It does not take into consideration of user behavior when following multiple consecutive hyperlinks. We present an improved algorithm and show that any connected hyperlink graph has a unique hyper-weight (authority weight and hub weight) distribution. Our formulation has connec...

RF-Based Location System in Harsh Environment

RF-based location tracking in industrial environment possesses many challenges due to the complex propagation condition. This paper will address some of the problems in this environment. Firstly, we evaluate the performance of RF-based tracking in a harsh environment, i.e. in a car manufacturing plant. Secondly, the research presents a comprehensive study of an algorithm that utilises Bayesian ...

Biocompatible coatings for CMUTs in a harsh, aqueous environment

The results of coating capacitive micromachined ultrasonic transducer (CMUT) arrays with two different biocompatible materials, parylene-c and polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS), are reported. These materials were characterized for use with CMUTs to enable direct contact transcutaneous and in vivo imaging. A passivation coating is required to provide electrical isolation to the active areas of the dev...

Bromeliad Selection by Two Salamander Species in a Harsh Environment

Bromeliad phytotelmata are frequently used by several Neotropical amphibian taxa, possibly due to their high humidity, microclimatic stability, and role as a refuge from predators. Indeed, the ability of phytotelmata to buffer against adverse environmental conditions may be instrumental in allowing some amphibian species to survive during periods of environmental change or to colonize sub-optim...

Focus on Harsh Environment Mass Spectrometry.