1. Application challenges for information and automation technologies in an underground mine in Brazil

Abstract Organizations can establish a value-added sustainable strategy by increasing asset utilization. WLAN infrastructure in underground mines tends to be a consistent platform for reliability in data/information management, and assertive governance practices. It enables remote monitoring, registering and data transfer from a control room, avoiding unnece

REM, Int. Eng. J.. Publicado em: 2017-03

2. LOW COST FUZZY SYSTEM APPLIED TO THE CONTROL AND SUPERVISION OF THERMAL ENVIRONMENT IN POULTRY FARMS

ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to develop an automated fuzzy controller with microcontroller, consisting of hardware and software for the control and supervision of thermal environment in broiler farms. The study has been conducted in two steps: in the first one it was performed a computer analysis through simulation. In the second step it was performed

Eng. Agríc.. Publicado em: 2017-02

3. Experimental Study of Tensile Test in Resistance Spot Welding Process

Abstract Resistance spot welding (RSW) is a widely used joining process for fabricating sheet metal assemblies in automobile industry .In comparison with other welding processes the RSW is faster and easier for automation. This process involves electrical, thermal and mechanical interactions. Resistance spot welding primarily takes place by localized melting

Lat. Am. j. solids struct.. Publicado em: 2016-06

4. LOW COST ANALYZER FOR THE DETERMINATION OF PHOSPHORUS BASED ON OPEN-SOURCE HARDWARE AND PULSED FLOWS

The need for automated analyzers for industrial and environmental samples has triggered the research for new and cost-effective strategies of automation and control of analytical systems. The widespread availability of open-source hardware together with novel analytical methods based on pulsed flows have opened the possibility of implementing standalone auto

Quím. Nova. Publicado em: 2016-04

5. Automação de um sistema de pulverização para aplicação de agroquímicos a taxa variada usando injeção direta / Automation of a direct injection sprayer system for variable rate application of agrochemicals

In this work, the automation of a direct injection sprayer system for variable rate application of agrochemicals is presented. The automation of the sprayer system assembled on a laboratory static bench is based on a programmable controller with real time capabilities. Variable rate sprayer with direct injection systems allow multiple agrochemical applicatio

IBICT - Instituto Brasileiro de Informação em Ciência e Tecnologia. Publicado em: 10/09/2012

6. Desenvolvimento de um controlador de irrigação para áreas experimentais / Development of an irrigation controller for experimental areas

Irrigation scheduling at experimental areas is determined by several factors, which are mainly related to features of each unit (container or bed) and criteria set by researchers. Many times the experimental areas are greenhouses and depending on the research may be necessary provide mechanisms for monitoring sensors and controlling actuators on each unit in

IBICT - Instituto Brasileiro de Informação em Ciência e Tecnologia. Publicado em: 29/08/2012

7. Controle preditivo baseado em modelo neuro-fuzzy de sistemas não-lineares aplicado em sistema de refrigeração = : Model predictive control based on neuro-fuzzy nonlinear systems applied to a refrigeration plant / Model predictive control based on neuro-fuzzy nonlinear systems applied to a refrigeration plant

Refrigeration systems can be found in many different branches of industry and are characterized as great energy consumers with considerable non-linear behavior. Several studies have been developed to promote the reduction of energy costs and to minimize the effects of nonlinearities in these systems. The use of automation and process control, particularly th

IBICT - Instituto Brasileiro de Informação em Ciência e Tecnologia. Publicado em: 03/07/2012

8. Arquitetura fÃsica e lÃgica de uma smart microgrid para a gestÃo integrada da energia: um modelo para o Parque TecnolÃgico Itaipu / Physical and logical architecture of a smart micro grid for integrated energy management: a model for Itaipu Technological Park

No presente trabalho apresenta-se uma arquitetura fÃsica e lÃgica de uma microrrede inteligente com o objetivo de realizar a gestÃo integral da energia dos diversos Recursos EnergÃticos DistribuÃdos (REDs) de uma organizaÃÃo. Nesse sentido, inicialmente à proposto um Sistema de GestÃo Integral da Energia (SGIE), atravÃs do qual sÃo definidas as es

IBICT - Instituto Brasileiro de Informação em Ciência e Tecnologia. Publicado em: 20/04/2012

9. Proposta de modernização em instalação industrial de moagem de escória

This paper presents a proposal for upgrading the mill slag industrial facility in a cement plant, with technology upgrade (retrofit) of the main components of that process, focused on implementation of an automation architecture with remote operation. Currently the installation of this mill still uses the technology of the sixties and is not automated, a sit

IBICT - Instituto Brasileiro de Informação em Ciência e Tecnologia. Publicado em: 16/04/2012

10. Aplicação de redes inteligentes nas instalações elétricas residenciais / Application of smart grid in residential electrical installations.

Electricity as an energy resource acquired vital importance in modern society because it allows relatively easily meet the demand for their services. Thus the demand for electricity increases with the evolution of populations who benefit from. The electrical system that produces this input is limited in its ability to available resources for generation, tran

IBICT - Instituto Brasileiro de Informação em Ciência e Tecnologia. Publicado em: 11/04/2012

11. Sistema de automação e controle para tanques oceânicos com múltiplos atuadores / Automation and control system for oceanic wave tank with multiple actuators.

O presente trabalho aborda o desenvolvimento de um sistema de automação e controle para tanques oceânicos com múltiplos atuadores para possibilitar a geração e absorção ativa de ondas. O desenvolvimento compreende: a implementação e a validação do sistema de automação e controle para o tanque de provas; o desenvolvimento de algoritmos para a ge

IBICT - Instituto Brasileiro de Informação em Ciência e Tecnologia. Publicado em: 26/03/2012

12. Dairy cow monitoring by RFID

Dairy cows identification and monitoring on small cattle farms are usually based on the utilization of barcode technology. This kind of identification technology is unsuitable for dairy cows milking and feeding process automation. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology is a better solution in this case. This paper describes the research and impleme

Scientia Agricola. Publicado em: 2012-02