Design and Developed a traffic light controller using FPGA.
Team Members:
Ryan Bern
Oliver Chang
Quyen Vu
FPGA Design at Cal Poly Pomona
ETE4451
Instructor: Scott Boskovich
A GPS tracking unit is a navigation gadget normally conveyed by a moving vehicle or person that uses the Global Positioning System (GPS) to chase the gadget's movements and affirm its area.
Asymmetric 2-Opt Scheduling for Roadmap-Based Task Planning in Urban TerrainFlorian-Michael Adolf
This work presents an automated task scheduling approach for mission planning that allows for task-level motion planning with an unmanned rotorcraft in complex terrain. Given a set of mission task elements (e.g. single waypoints or areas of interest) a 2-opt-based heuristic optimization is chosen to reduce tour costs and achieve 2-optimal results. The 2-opt approach is modified to account for asymmetric partial tour costs derived from a sampling-based path planner. To aid this local optimization a global meta-heuristic guidance like simulated-annealing is evaluated. The iterative convergence is evaluated for different configurations of tour initialization methods, a meta heuristic and two 2-opt variants. Although in theory local minima can exist, given the planning uncertainties and an expected number of tasks of up to 100, the cost sub-optimality of generated task schedules are practically negligible. Furthermore, we emphasize the combination of task scheduling with a multi-query planner in fair comparison against a single-query variant of our approach. For tasks distributed across complex terrain, the combination of 2-opt and our multi-query planner results in feasible tours within the order of a few seconds. Moreover, due to a local optimization type of tour improvement, an extension for online re-scheduling is possible.
Multi-Query Path Planning for Exploration Tasks with an Unmanned RotorcraftFlorian-Michael Adolf
This paper presents an online multi-query path planner for exploration tasks planned onboard an unmanned helicopter. While the desirable properties of roadmaps can be exploited in offline path planning, the dynamic nature of exploration scenarios hinders to utilize conventional roadmap planners. Hence, the presented path planning approach utilizes a deterministically sampled roadmap which is dynamically indexed in real time. To address situations of partial terrain knowledge, the roadmap can be extended from its a priori dimensions towards locations of unknown terrain that are outside its original, a priori boundaries. The multi-query property of the planning system allows for combinatorial optimization such that a rapidly acting decisional autonomy is achievable during exploration flights. D*-Lite is used as dynamic heuristic path searcher in order to re-plan efficiently. Inspired by the original work on this path search algorithm, the roadmap graph is augmented with an exploration vertex which steers the exploration behavior of the vehicle. As a result, the presented roadmap guides an unmanned rotorcraft through a priori unknown urban terrain in real time.
This presentation is dedicated to a concept of a smart city where vehicles communicate with each other and with city infrastructure objects. This presentation is based on a PoC developed by GlobalLogic experts.
The respective talk was held by Viktoriia Taraniuk (Associate Manager, Consultant, GlobalLogic) at GlobalLogic Embedded TechTalk #5 on June 21, 2018.
DROMAS 2 is a district roads management system that allows engineers to define and record road inventories, show roads on maps, track road conditions and traffic data over years, enter annual work plans, package works into contracts, and manage contracts and reporting. It produces reports at district, regional, and national levels on road networks, maintenance plans, contract progress, and payments.
Road gradients and cold starts - Sam BradleyIES / IAQM
This document summarizes a case study presentation on modeling road gradients and cold starts for an air quality assessment. It discusses using terrain data and GIS software to calculate road gradients to estimate their impact on vehicle emissions. It also addresses accounting for cold start emissions from heavy duty vehicles leaving a development, noting guidance to apply them within 2.5 km of travel after starting based on a 5 minute warm-up period. Key steps involved terrain analysis, road network digitization, and input parameters for emissions modeling tools.
The document summarizes key aspects of railway infrastructure, signaling, and data logging in India. It notes that Indian railways has over 8000 engines, 40,000 coaches, 2.5 lakh wagons, 7000 stations, and 1 lakh km of track. It describes the types of mechanical and color light signals used to control train traffic safely. It provides details on how signals are controlled through panels in stationmaster offices and illustrates how routes are set between signals. It also gives an overview of data logger systems used to monitor and record all activities in railway signaling systems.
The traffic light sequence works on the specific switching of Red, Green and Yellow lights in a particular way with stipulated time form. The normal function of traffic lights requires sophisticated control and coordination to ensure that traffic moves as smoothly and safely as possible and that pedestrians are protected when they cross the roads [1].This Traffic Light sequence is generated using a specific switching mechanism which will help to control a traffic light system on a road in a specified sequence. This paper focuses on the fact that the traffic lights can be varied in the day and night mode depending on the intensity of the traffic. It plays a vital role in supervising and running the metropolitan traffic and evade the possibilities of any unfortunate mishaps happening in and around the cities. It is a sequential machine to be scrutinized as per the requirements and programmed through a multistep development process. The methods that are used in this project are proposing the circuit, write a code, simulate, synthesis and implement on the hardware [8]. In this project, XILINX Software was chosen to devise a schematic using schematic edit, write a code using Verilog HDL (Hardware Description Language) text editor and implements the circuit on Programmable Logic Device [PLD].The system has been successfully tested and implemented in hardware using Nexys 2 Digilent FPGA.
A GPS tracking unit is a navigation gadget normally conveyed by a moving vehicle or person that uses the Global Positioning System (GPS) to chase the gadget's movements and affirm its area.
Asymmetric 2-Opt Scheduling for Roadmap-Based Task Planning in Urban TerrainFlorian-Michael Adolf
This work presents an automated task scheduling approach for mission planning that allows for task-level motion planning with an unmanned rotorcraft in complex terrain. Given a set of mission task elements (e.g. single waypoints or areas of interest) a 2-opt-based heuristic optimization is chosen to reduce tour costs and achieve 2-optimal results. The 2-opt approach is modified to account for asymmetric partial tour costs derived from a sampling-based path planner. To aid this local optimization a global meta-heuristic guidance like simulated-annealing is evaluated. The iterative convergence is evaluated for different configurations of tour initialization methods, a meta heuristic and two 2-opt variants. Although in theory local minima can exist, given the planning uncertainties and an expected number of tasks of up to 100, the cost sub-optimality of generated task schedules are practically negligible. Furthermore, we emphasize the combination of task scheduling with a multi-query planner in fair comparison against a single-query variant of our approach. For tasks distributed across complex terrain, the combination of 2-opt and our multi-query planner results in feasible tours within the order of a few seconds. Moreover, due to a local optimization type of tour improvement, an extension for online re-scheduling is possible.
Multi-Query Path Planning for Exploration Tasks with an Unmanned RotorcraftFlorian-Michael Adolf
This paper presents an online multi-query path planner for exploration tasks planned onboard an unmanned helicopter. While the desirable properties of roadmaps can be exploited in offline path planning, the dynamic nature of exploration scenarios hinders to utilize conventional roadmap planners. Hence, the presented path planning approach utilizes a deterministically sampled roadmap which is dynamically indexed in real time. To address situations of partial terrain knowledge, the roadmap can be extended from its a priori dimensions towards locations of unknown terrain that are outside its original, a priori boundaries. The multi-query property of the planning system allows for combinatorial optimization such that a rapidly acting decisional autonomy is achievable during exploration flights. D*-Lite is used as dynamic heuristic path searcher in order to re-plan efficiently. Inspired by the original work on this path search algorithm, the roadmap graph is augmented with an exploration vertex which steers the exploration behavior of the vehicle. As a result, the presented roadmap guides an unmanned rotorcraft through a priori unknown urban terrain in real time.
This presentation is dedicated to a concept of a smart city where vehicles communicate with each other and with city infrastructure objects. This presentation is based on a PoC developed by GlobalLogic experts.
The respective talk was held by Viktoriia Taraniuk (Associate Manager, Consultant, GlobalLogic) at GlobalLogic Embedded TechTalk #5 on June 21, 2018.
DROMAS 2 is a district roads management system that allows engineers to define and record road inventories, show roads on maps, track road conditions and traffic data over years, enter annual work plans, package works into contracts, and manage contracts and reporting. It produces reports at district, regional, and national levels on road networks, maintenance plans, contract progress, and payments.
Road gradients and cold starts - Sam BradleyIES / IAQM
This document summarizes a case study presentation on modeling road gradients and cold starts for an air quality assessment. It discusses using terrain data and GIS software to calculate road gradients to estimate their impact on vehicle emissions. It also addresses accounting for cold start emissions from heavy duty vehicles leaving a development, noting guidance to apply them within 2.5 km of travel after starting based on a 5 minute warm-up period. Key steps involved terrain analysis, road network digitization, and input parameters for emissions modeling tools.
The document summarizes key aspects of railway infrastructure, signaling, and data logging in India. It notes that Indian railways has over 8000 engines, 40,000 coaches, 2.5 lakh wagons, 7000 stations, and 1 lakh km of track. It describes the types of mechanical and color light signals used to control train traffic safely. It provides details on how signals are controlled through panels in stationmaster offices and illustrates how routes are set between signals. It also gives an overview of data logger systems used to monitor and record all activities in railway signaling systems.
The traffic light sequence works on the specific switching of Red, Green and Yellow lights in a particular way with stipulated time form. The normal function of traffic lights requires sophisticated control and coordination to ensure that traffic moves as smoothly and safely as possible and that pedestrians are protected when they cross the roads [1].This Traffic Light sequence is generated using a specific switching mechanism which will help to control a traffic light system on a road in a specified sequence. This paper focuses on the fact that the traffic lights can be varied in the day and night mode depending on the intensity of the traffic. It plays a vital role in supervising and running the metropolitan traffic and evade the possibilities of any unfortunate mishaps happening in and around the cities. It is a sequential machine to be scrutinized as per the requirements and programmed through a multistep development process. The methods that are used in this project are proposing the circuit, write a code, simulate, synthesis and implement on the hardware [8]. In this project, XILINX Software was chosen to devise a schematic using schematic edit, write a code using Verilog HDL (Hardware Description Language) text editor and implements the circuit on Programmable Logic Device [PLD].The system has been successfully tested and implemented in hardware using Nexys 2 Digilent FPGA.
THIS IS A 2 AXIS FEEDER APPLICATION .X AND Y AXIS SERVO DRIVES COVER PREDEFINED DISTANCES FOR N NO. OF TIMES . THEY MOVE IN A ZIG ZAG MANNER AND PRODUCE THE MAXIMUM EFFICIENT PUNCHING SOLUTION WITHOUT WASTAGE IN TO AND FRO MOTION.
UML is used to model a model train controller system. The system includes a console to control up to 8 trains and receive input from knobs. It formats and transmits messages to a receiver on each train. The trains interpret the messages to control speed using pulse width modulation of the motor. Classes are defined for the console components like the knobs, transmitter, and formatter. Classes are also defined for the train components like the receiver, detector, motor interface and controller. Sequence diagrams show transmitting a control from the console and receiving a set speed command on the train.
This document provides information about connecting Delta servo drives and motors in an indexing application. A Delta PLC acts as the master controller, receiving position inputs from an HMI and sending pulse signals to two Delta ASD-B0421A servo drives to control the motion of two ECMA-C30604ES Delta motors. The wiring details and pinouts for connection to the servo drives are shown, along with motor specifications and the principle of operation where the PLC synchronizes motor position based on sensor triggers.
Torque controlled servo stationary screwdriver is a Torque Controlled application.Servo provides analog output corresponding to the actual real time torque. Hence servo can be operated at any desired torque at any point of time.
This document provides information about using a Delta servo drive and motor system for an Anilex roller used in UV coating applications. A master encoder is attached to the main unit and transmits pulse commands to the Delta servo drive. The servo reads the encoder pulses and matches the speed of the roller to the machine. A Delta ASDA-SOFT software is used to configure the drive and monitor operation. The specific components used include a Delta ECMA-C11010ES servo motor, a Delta ASD-A2-1021-U servo drive, and a Delta FL1210 master encoder. Wiring details are provided to connect the encoder to the drive.
Team Two presented their Green Bike project which is an electric bicycle capable of speeds up to 35 mph. The bike can be powered by either pedaling or an electric motor powered by nickel-metal hydride batteries. The team's presentation covered the prototype design, electrical and mechanical systems testing, and user interface. Key components included a brushless hub motor, battery management circuitry, microcontroller for motor control and user interface, and a digital speedometer display. The user interface was designed to be intuitive and provide information like charge level, speed, and lights in a safe way for both day and night riding.
This document discusses using a Delta servo drive and motor for positioning applications. It provides details on connecting the servo drive to a PLC and peripheral devices. The principle of operation involves the PLC acting as the master controller that calculates and converts positions into equivalent pulses to control the servo motor's movement to predefined positions triggered by a push button. Connection details and specifications for the Delta servo drive, motor, and wiring are also included.
This document describes the design and implementation of a basic calculator using an LCD display module with an FPGA. It includes objectives to write Verilog code for the calculator logic and driving the LCD display. The design is a simple four-function calculator that takes two single-digit inputs and an operation and displays the result. The document outlines the state machine design and functions for converting values to ASCII format for the LCD. It provides details on interfacing with and controlling the LCD module through its control lines and registers. The implementation in Verilog is described including the top module ports and behavioral simulation steps to test the design functionality.
Automation could be achieved with the aid of Industrial Controller PLC. PLC basic Programming are discussed in this presentation.Case studies are available and solutions for those questions will be updated in next presentation.
Design System Design-ASM and Asynchronous Sequential CircuitsIndira Priyadarshini
Algorithmic State Machines (ASMs): ASM chart, ASM block, simplifications and timing considerations with design example. ASMD chart for binary multiplier and Verilog HDL code, one hot state controller.
Asynchronous Sequential logic: Analysis procedure-Transition table, flow table, race conditions. Hazards with design example of Vending-Machine Controller
This document provides an interactive schematic for a construction machine. It includes a table of contents that allows the user to navigate between different machine views. Blue, underlined text throughout the document acts as hyperlinks to different sections. Buttons at the top allow the user to view all callouts or zoom in/out of schematic views.
Here are the steps to interface external RAM to 8051 microcontroller:
1. Connect the RD pin of 8051 to the OE (Output Enable) pin of the external RAM. This will enable the RAM during read operations.
2. Connect the WR pin of 8051 to the WE (Write Enable) pin of the external RAM. This will enable writing into the RAM during write operations.
3. Connect the active low input of a NAND gate to the CE (Chip Enable) pin of the external RAM.
4. Connect the other input of the NAND gate to EA pin of 8051.
5. Connect the output of the NAND gate to the PSEN (Program Store Enable
This document provides an overview of programmable logic controllers (PLCs). It describes how PLCs are microcomputer-based controllers that can be programmed to control automated processes and machinery. The document outlines the basic architecture and operation of PLCs, and discusses how they are programmed using ladder logic. It also provides examples of ladder logic programming and compares programming for PLCs versus relay-based systems. The key advantages of PLCs are their flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and ability to replace relay-based control systems.
The aim of this project is to control an autonomous RC (Remote Control) car using GPS systems. The challenge of this project is to use the RC car and control it autonomously.
An autonomous car is a self-driving car capable of sensing the world with different techniques plus navigating to a destination without involving human although human may set destination. In smaller scale like this project RC car can be used.
This RC car gets destination coordinate from a user, identify its current position, after calculating which path and direction should be taken navigates itself from the source to destination in an open environment.
while it’s possible to face obstacles it is capable of detecting them, change its current path to a new one and continues its way until destination has been reached.
The document discusses the history and components of programmable logic controllers (PLCs). It describes how PLCs have evolved from manual and pneumatic controls to electronic hardwired logic systems and modern PLCs with programming capabilities. The key components of PLCs include a power supply, communication modules, input/output modules, and a processor. PLCs are commonly used in industrial automation and control systems due to advantages like large numbers of input/output ports, robustness, easy programming via ladder logic, and reliable operation.
The document describes the design of a line-following robot. It discusses the key components needed which include sensors to detect the line, a microcontroller to process sensor input and control motors, and DC motors powered by an H-bridge circuit to drive the wheels. It also outlines an algorithm for the robot to follow the line and make turns depending on which sensor detects the line. Potential applications are mentioned as well as some limitations of the current design.
This document describes implementing the CORDIC algorithm on an FPGA to calculate the sine function. It provides background on FPGAs, the Spartan 3E kit, and the CORDIC algorithm. The CORDIC algorithm uses iterative shifts and additions to calculate trigonometric and other functions. It will implement the CORDIC algorithm on the Spartan 3E FPGA to calculate sine values from input angles provided via keyboard, displaying results on the FPGA's LCD module.
THIS IS A 2 AXIS FEEDER APPLICATION .X AND Y AXIS SERVO DRIVES COVER PREDEFINED DISTANCES FOR N NO. OF TIMES . THEY MOVE IN A ZIG ZAG MANNER AND PRODUCE THE MAXIMUM EFFICIENT PUNCHING SOLUTION WITHOUT WASTAGE IN TO AND FRO MOTION.
UML is used to model a model train controller system. The system includes a console to control up to 8 trains and receive input from knobs. It formats and transmits messages to a receiver on each train. The trains interpret the messages to control speed using pulse width modulation of the motor. Classes are defined for the console components like the knobs, transmitter, and formatter. Classes are also defined for the train components like the receiver, detector, motor interface and controller. Sequence diagrams show transmitting a control from the console and receiving a set speed command on the train.
This document provides information about connecting Delta servo drives and motors in an indexing application. A Delta PLC acts as the master controller, receiving position inputs from an HMI and sending pulse signals to two Delta ASD-B0421A servo drives to control the motion of two ECMA-C30604ES Delta motors. The wiring details and pinouts for connection to the servo drives are shown, along with motor specifications and the principle of operation where the PLC synchronizes motor position based on sensor triggers.
Torque controlled servo stationary screwdriver is a Torque Controlled application.Servo provides analog output corresponding to the actual real time torque. Hence servo can be operated at any desired torque at any point of time.
This document provides information about using a Delta servo drive and motor system for an Anilex roller used in UV coating applications. A master encoder is attached to the main unit and transmits pulse commands to the Delta servo drive. The servo reads the encoder pulses and matches the speed of the roller to the machine. A Delta ASDA-SOFT software is used to configure the drive and monitor operation. The specific components used include a Delta ECMA-C11010ES servo motor, a Delta ASD-A2-1021-U servo drive, and a Delta FL1210 master encoder. Wiring details are provided to connect the encoder to the drive.
Team Two presented their Green Bike project which is an electric bicycle capable of speeds up to 35 mph. The bike can be powered by either pedaling or an electric motor powered by nickel-metal hydride batteries. The team's presentation covered the prototype design, electrical and mechanical systems testing, and user interface. Key components included a brushless hub motor, battery management circuitry, microcontroller for motor control and user interface, and a digital speedometer display. The user interface was designed to be intuitive and provide information like charge level, speed, and lights in a safe way for both day and night riding.
This document discusses using a Delta servo drive and motor for positioning applications. It provides details on connecting the servo drive to a PLC and peripheral devices. The principle of operation involves the PLC acting as the master controller that calculates and converts positions into equivalent pulses to control the servo motor's movement to predefined positions triggered by a push button. Connection details and specifications for the Delta servo drive, motor, and wiring are also included.
This document describes the design and implementation of a basic calculator using an LCD display module with an FPGA. It includes objectives to write Verilog code for the calculator logic and driving the LCD display. The design is a simple four-function calculator that takes two single-digit inputs and an operation and displays the result. The document outlines the state machine design and functions for converting values to ASCII format for the LCD. It provides details on interfacing with and controlling the LCD module through its control lines and registers. The implementation in Verilog is described including the top module ports and behavioral simulation steps to test the design functionality.
Automation could be achieved with the aid of Industrial Controller PLC. PLC basic Programming are discussed in this presentation.Case studies are available and solutions for those questions will be updated in next presentation.
Design System Design-ASM and Asynchronous Sequential CircuitsIndira Priyadarshini
Algorithmic State Machines (ASMs): ASM chart, ASM block, simplifications and timing considerations with design example. ASMD chart for binary multiplier and Verilog HDL code, one hot state controller.
Asynchronous Sequential logic: Analysis procedure-Transition table, flow table, race conditions. Hazards with design example of Vending-Machine Controller
This document provides an interactive schematic for a construction machine. It includes a table of contents that allows the user to navigate between different machine views. Blue, underlined text throughout the document acts as hyperlinks to different sections. Buttons at the top allow the user to view all callouts or zoom in/out of schematic views.
Here are the steps to interface external RAM to 8051 microcontroller:
1. Connect the RD pin of 8051 to the OE (Output Enable) pin of the external RAM. This will enable the RAM during read operations.
2. Connect the WR pin of 8051 to the WE (Write Enable) pin of the external RAM. This will enable writing into the RAM during write operations.
3. Connect the active low input of a NAND gate to the CE (Chip Enable) pin of the external RAM.
4. Connect the other input of the NAND gate to EA pin of 8051.
5. Connect the output of the NAND gate to the PSEN (Program Store Enable
This document provides an overview of programmable logic controllers (PLCs). It describes how PLCs are microcomputer-based controllers that can be programmed to control automated processes and machinery. The document outlines the basic architecture and operation of PLCs, and discusses how they are programmed using ladder logic. It also provides examples of ladder logic programming and compares programming for PLCs versus relay-based systems. The key advantages of PLCs are their flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and ability to replace relay-based control systems.
The aim of this project is to control an autonomous RC (Remote Control) car using GPS systems. The challenge of this project is to use the RC car and control it autonomously.
An autonomous car is a self-driving car capable of sensing the world with different techniques plus navigating to a destination without involving human although human may set destination. In smaller scale like this project RC car can be used.
This RC car gets destination coordinate from a user, identify its current position, after calculating which path and direction should be taken navigates itself from the source to destination in an open environment.
while it’s possible to face obstacles it is capable of detecting them, change its current path to a new one and continues its way until destination has been reached.
The document discusses the history and components of programmable logic controllers (PLCs). It describes how PLCs have evolved from manual and pneumatic controls to electronic hardwired logic systems and modern PLCs with programming capabilities. The key components of PLCs include a power supply, communication modules, input/output modules, and a processor. PLCs are commonly used in industrial automation and control systems due to advantages like large numbers of input/output ports, robustness, easy programming via ladder logic, and reliable operation.
The document describes the design of a line-following robot. It discusses the key components needed which include sensors to detect the line, a microcontroller to process sensor input and control motors, and DC motors powered by an H-bridge circuit to drive the wheels. It also outlines an algorithm for the robot to follow the line and make turns depending on which sensor detects the line. Potential applications are mentioned as well as some limitations of the current design.
This document describes implementing the CORDIC algorithm on an FPGA to calculate the sine function. It provides background on FPGAs, the Spartan 3E kit, and the CORDIC algorithm. The CORDIC algorithm uses iterative shifts and additions to calculate trigonometric and other functions. It will implement the CORDIC algorithm on the Spartan 3E FPGA to calculate sine values from input angles provided via keyboard, displaying results on the FPGA's LCD module.
Software Engineering and Project Management - Introduction, Modeling Concepts...Prakhyath Rai
Introduction, Modeling Concepts and Class Modeling: What is Object orientation? What is OO development? OO Themes; Evidence for usefulness of OO development; OO modeling history. Modeling
as Design technique: Modeling, abstraction, The Three models. Class Modeling: Object and Class Concept, Link and associations concepts, Generalization and Inheritance, A sample class model, Navigation of class models, and UML diagrams
Building the Analysis Models: Requirement Analysis, Analysis Model Approaches, Data modeling Concepts, Object Oriented Analysis, Scenario-Based Modeling, Flow-Oriented Modeling, class Based Modeling, Creating a Behavioral Model.
Advanced control scheme of doubly fed induction generator for wind turbine us...IJECEIAES
This paper describes a speed control device for generating electrical energy on an electricity network based on the doubly fed induction generator (DFIG) used for wind power conversion systems. At first, a double-fed induction generator model was constructed. A control law is formulated to govern the flow of energy between the stator of a DFIG and the energy network using three types of controllers: proportional integral (PI), sliding mode controller (SMC) and second order sliding mode controller (SOSMC). Their different results in terms of power reference tracking, reaction to unexpected speed fluctuations, sensitivity to perturbations, and resilience against machine parameter alterations are compared. MATLAB/Simulink was used to conduct the simulations for the preceding study. Multiple simulations have shown very satisfying results, and the investigations demonstrate the efficacy and power-enhancing capabilities of the suggested control system.
Redefining brain tumor segmentation: a cutting-edge convolutional neural netw...IJECEIAES
Medical image analysis has witnessed significant advancements with deep learning techniques. In the domain of brain tumor segmentation, the ability to
precisely delineate tumor boundaries from magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
scans holds profound implications for diagnosis. This study presents an ensemble convolutional neural network (CNN) with transfer learning, integrating
the state-of-the-art Deeplabv3+ architecture with the ResNet18 backbone. The
model is rigorously trained and evaluated, exhibiting remarkable performance
metrics, including an impressive global accuracy of 99.286%, a high-class accuracy of 82.191%, a mean intersection over union (IoU) of 79.900%, a weighted
IoU of 98.620%, and a Boundary F1 (BF) score of 83.303%. Notably, a detailed comparative analysis with existing methods showcases the superiority of
our proposed model. These findings underscore the model’s competence in precise brain tumor localization, underscoring its potential to revolutionize medical
image analysis and enhance healthcare outcomes. This research paves the way
for future exploration and optimization of advanced CNN models in medical
imaging, emphasizing addressing false positives and resource efficiency.
Null Bangalore | Pentesters Approach to AWS IAMDivyanshu
#Abstract:
- Learn more about the real-world methods for auditing AWS IAM (Identity and Access Management) as a pentester. So let us proceed with a brief discussion of IAM as well as some typical misconfigurations and their potential exploits in order to reinforce the understanding of IAM security best practices.
- Gain actionable insights into AWS IAM policies and roles, using hands on approach.
#Prerequisites:
- Basic understanding of AWS services and architecture
- Familiarity with cloud security concepts
- Experience using the AWS Management Console or AWS CLI.
- For hands on lab create account on [killercoda.com](https://killercoda.com/cloudsecurity-scenario/)
# Scenario Covered:
- Basics of IAM in AWS
- Implementing IAM Policies with Least Privilege to Manage S3 Bucket
- Objective: Create an S3 bucket with least privilege IAM policy and validate access.
- Steps:
- Create S3 bucket.
- Attach least privilege policy to IAM user.
- Validate access.
- Exploiting IAM PassRole Misconfiguration
-Allows a user to pass a specific IAM role to an AWS service (ec2), typically used for service access delegation. Then exploit PassRole Misconfiguration granting unauthorized access to sensitive resources.
- Objective: Demonstrate how a PassRole misconfiguration can grant unauthorized access.
- Steps:
- Allow user to pass IAM role to EC2.
- Exploit misconfiguration for unauthorized access.
- Access sensitive resources.
- Exploiting IAM AssumeRole Misconfiguration with Overly Permissive Role
- An overly permissive IAM role configuration can lead to privilege escalation by creating a role with administrative privileges and allow a user to assume this role.
- Objective: Show how overly permissive IAM roles can lead to privilege escalation.
- Steps:
- Create role with administrative privileges.
- Allow user to assume the role.
- Perform administrative actions.
- Differentiation between PassRole vs AssumeRole
Try at [killercoda.com](https://killercoda.com/cloudsecurity-scenario/)
Optimizing Gradle Builds - Gradle DPE Tour Berlin 2024Sinan KOZAK
Sinan from the Delivery Hero mobile infrastructure engineering team shares a deep dive into performance acceleration with Gradle build cache optimizations. Sinan shares their journey into solving complex build-cache problems that affect Gradle builds. By understanding the challenges and solutions found in our journey, we aim to demonstrate the possibilities for faster builds. The case study reveals how overlapping outputs and cache misconfigurations led to significant increases in build times, especially as the project scaled up with numerous modules using Paparazzi tests. The journey from diagnosing to defeating cache issues offers invaluable lessons on maintaining cache integrity without sacrificing functionality.
The CBC machine is a common diagnostic tool used by doctors to measure a patient's red blood cell count, white blood cell count and platelet count. The machine uses a small sample of the patient's blood, which is then placed into special tubes and analyzed. The results of the analysis are then displayed on a screen for the doctor to review. The CBC machine is an important tool for diagnosing various conditions, such as anemia, infection and leukemia. It can also help to monitor a patient's response to treatment.
Electric vehicle and photovoltaic advanced roles in enhancing the financial p...IJECEIAES
Climate change's impact on the planet forced the United Nations and governments to promote green energies and electric transportation. The deployments of photovoltaic (PV) and electric vehicle (EV) systems gained stronger momentum due to their numerous advantages over fossil fuel types. The advantages go beyond sustainability to reach financial support and stability. The work in this paper introduces the hybrid system between PV and EV to support industrial and commercial plants. This paper covers the theoretical framework of the proposed hybrid system including the required equation to complete the cost analysis when PV and EV are present. In addition, the proposed design diagram which sets the priorities and requirements of the system is presented. The proposed approach allows setup to advance their power stability, especially during power outages. The presented information supports researchers and plant owners to complete the necessary analysis while promoting the deployment of clean energy. The result of a case study that represents a dairy milk farmer supports the theoretical works and highlights its advanced benefits to existing plants. The short return on investment of the proposed approach supports the paper's novelty approach for the sustainable electrical system. In addition, the proposed system allows for an isolated power setup without the need for a transmission line which enhances the safety of the electrical network
2. Objective
● Develop a traffic light controller with congestion
monitoring for more efficient traffic flow
● Build a physical demo to test our HDL
3. Approach
● FPGA board: Nexys A7
● Pushbuttons will be used to simulate the traffic
flow
● 7-segment display rows (top, middle, bottom) will
be used for traffic lights (red, yellow, green)
5. Ring Approach
● The approach we used to design our
state machine.
● Each number represents a lane on a
street.
○ Opposite pairs will be grouped
into one state.
7. State Machine
State North Left - South Left North Straight - South Straight West Left - East Left West Straight - East Straight
DEFAUL
T
RED RED RED RED
S0 GREEN/YELLOW RED RED RED
S1 RED GREEN/YELLOW RED RED
S2 RED RED GREEN/YELLOW RED
S3 RED RED RED GREEN/YELLOW
10. Button Counter Submodule
- Increments the count when the button is
pressed and released (low to high)
- Count resets when done = 1
- Occurs when the next state begins
- Prevents carryover from one state to
the next
12. State Machine Submodule
● The state machine for the traffic light does not
move on until it receives a done count signal from
the counter module.
● When the it receives the done signal, it resets the
counter and moves on to the next state.
13. LED Module
● This module drives the output for the 7 segment
display as well as assigns lights for each traffic light.
● Depending on the state of the traffic light, it assigns
the lights to the correct 7 segment displays.