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Use of Factor Analyzer Normal Mixture Model with Mean Pattern Modeling on Clustering Genes

  • Kim Seung-Gu
    • Communications for Statistical Applications and Methods
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    • v.13 no.1
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    • pp.113-123
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    • 2006
  • Normal mixture model(NMM) frequently used to cluster genes on microarray gene expression data. In this paper some of component means of NMM are modelled by a linear regression model so that its design matrix presents the pattern between sample classes in microarray matrix. This modelling for the component means by given design matrices certainly has an advantage that we can lead the clusters that are previously designed. However, it suffers from 'overfitting' problem because in practice genes often are highly dimensional. This problem also arises when the NMM restricted by the linear model for component-means is fitted. To cope with this problem, in this paper, the use of the factor analyzer NMM restricted by linear model is proposed to cluster genes. Also several design matrices which are useful for clustering genes are provided.

A Dual Problem of Calibration of Design Weights Based on Multi-Auxiliary Variables

  • Al-Jararha, J.
    • Communications for Statistical Applications and Methods
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    • v.22 no.2
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    • pp.137-146
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    • 2015
  • Singh (2013) considered the dual problem to the calibration of design weights to obtain a new generalized linear regression estimator (GREG) for the finite population total. In this work, we have made an attempt to suggest a way to use the dual calibration of the design weights in case of multi-auxiliary variables; in other words, we have made an attempt to give an answer to the concern in Remark 2 of Singh (2013) work. The same idea is also used to generalize the GREG estimator proposed by Deville and S$\ddot{a}$rndal (1992). It is not an easy task to find the optimum values of the parameters appear in our approach; therefore, few suggestions are mentioned to select values for such parameters based on a random sample. Based on real data set and under simple random sampling without replacement design, our approach is compared with other approaches mentioned in this paper and for different sample sizes. Simulation results show that all estimators have negligible relative bias, and the multivariate case of Singh (2013) estimator is more efficient than other estimators.

Design of Super Water-Saving Toilet System by Solving Physical Contradiction in Theory of Inventive Problem Solving (TRIZ) (창의적 문제 해결 기법의 물리적 모순 해결에 의한, 초절수형 양변기 시스템의 설계)

  • 이홍석;이경원
    • Korean Journal of Computational Design and Engineering
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    • v.6 no.3
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    • pp.193-197
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    • 2001
  • This paper describes the design process of super water-saving toilet bowl system by the theory of inventive problem solving (TRIZ). The physical contradiction in TRIZ is defined far saving water in toilet bowl system with preventing the bad smell from septic tank. The super water-saving toilet bowl system is obtained by using the separation principle in time far resolving the physical contradiction. The real system is made using CAD tools. The consumption of water in the system implemented, is estimated about 3 ιcomparing with 13 ι of that in conventional toilet bowl system.

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A Genetic Algorithm Approach for the Design of Minimum Cost Survivable Networks with Bounded Rings

  • B. Ombuki;M. Nakamura;Na, Z.kao;K.Onage
    • Proceedings of the IEEK Conference
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    • 2000.07a
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    • pp.493-496
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    • 2000
  • We study the problem of designing at minimum cost a two-connected network topology such that the shortest cycle to which each edge belongs does not exceed a given maximum number of hops. This problem is considered as part of network planning and arises in the design of backbone networks. We propose a genetic algorithm approach that uses a solution representation, in which the connectivity and ring constraints can be easily encoded. We also propose a crossover operator that ensures a generated solution is feasible. By doing so, the checking of constraints is avoided and no repair mechanism is required. We carry out experimental evaluations to investigate the solution representation issues and GA operators for the network design problem.

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Jaya algorithm to solve single objective size optimization problem for steel grillage structures

  • Dede, Tayfun
    • Steel and Composite Structures
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    • v.26 no.2
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    • pp.163-170
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    • 2018
  • The purpose of this paper is to present a new and efficient optimization algorithm called Jaya for optimum design of steel grillage structure. Constrained size optimization of this type of structure based on the LRFD-AISC is carried out with integer design variables by using cross-sectional area of W-shapes. The objective function of the problem is to find minimum weight of the grillage structure. The maximum stress ratio and the maximum displacement in the inner point of steel grillage structure are taken as the constraint for this optimization problem. To calculate the moment and shear force of the each member and calculate the joint displacement, the finite elements analysis is used. The developed computer program for the analysis and design of grillage structure and the optimization algorithm for Jaya are coded in MATLAB. The results obtained from this study are compared with the previous works for grillage structure. The results show that the Jaya algorithm presented in this study can be effectively used in the optimal design of grillage structures.

Integrated Design of Feed Drive Systems Using Discrete 2-D.O.F. Controllers (I) - Modeling and Performance Analysis - (이산형 2자유도 제어기를 이용한 이송계의 통합설계 (I) -모델링 및 성능해석-)

  • Kim, Min-Seok;Chung, Sung-Chong
    • Transactions of the Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers A
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    • v.28 no.7
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    • pp.1029-1037
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    • 2004
  • High-speed/precision servomechanisms have been widely used in the manufacturing and semiconductor industries. In order to ensure the required high-speed and high-precision specifications in servomechanisms, an integrated design methodology is required, where the interactions between mechanical and electrical subsystems will have to be considered simultaneously. For the first step of the integrated design process, it is necessary to obtain not only strict mathematical models of separate subsystems but also formulation of an integrated design problem. A two-degree-of-freedom controller described in the discrete-time domain is considered as an electrical subsystem in this paper. An accurate identification process of the mechanical subsystem is conducted to verify the obtained mathematical model. Mechanical and electrical constraints render the integrated design problem accurate. Analysis of the system performance according to design and operating parameters is conducted for better understanding of the dynamic behavior and interactions of the servomechanism. Experiments are performed to verify the validity of the integrated design problem in the x-Y positioning system.

A Study on Selection of Effective Engineering Design Problem based on LEGO Mindstorm NXT for Basic Design Education (레고 마인드스톰 NXT를 활용한 기초설계 교과목에서의 효과적인 공학설계과제 선정방안 연구)

  • Shin, Youn-Soon;Sohn, Dai-Geun;Lee, Kyung-Ho;Hong, Sung-Ho;Lee, Kangwoo;Jung, Jin-Woo
    • Journal of Engineering Education Research
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    • v.19 no.2
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    • pp.60-69
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    • 2016
  • This paper deals with the selection method of effective engineering design problem based on LEGO Mindstorm NXT for basic design education. By YouTube case study of various LEGO-based engineering designs for olympic sports, performance criteria have been developed including programming complexity, structural complexity, sensor/actuator complexity and variety of game operation. Programming complexity includes range of programming code length and possible program variety. Structural complexity includes variety of structural elements such as length, shape, weight, and volume to overcome design restrictions. Sensor/actuator complexity includes variety of sensor used and number of possible actuator assemblies. Variety of game operation includes game complexity and required creativity to make LEGO robots. Based on these performance criteria, four representative sports were selected as the candidates for effective engineering design problem. Finally, feasibility and attributes of each candidate were verified by real implementation examples.

Use of design optimization techniques in solving typical structural engineering related design optimization problems

  • Fedorik, Filip;Kala, Jiri;Haapala, Antti;Malaska, Mikko
    • Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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    • v.55 no.6
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    • pp.1121-1137
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    • 2015
  • High powered computers and engineering computer systems allow designers to routinely simulate complex physical phenomena. The presented work deals with the analysis of two finite element method optimization techniques (First Order Method-FOM and Subproblem Approximation Method-SAM) implemented in the individual Design Optimization module in the Ansys software to analyze the behavior of real problems. A design optimization is a difficult mathematical process, intended to find the minimum or maximum of an objective function, which is mostly based on iterative procedure. Using optimization techniques in engineering designs requires detailed knowledge of the analyzed problem but also an ability to select the appropriate optimization method. The methods embedded in advanced computer software are based on different optimization techniques and their efficiency is significantly influenced by the specific character of a problem. The efficiency, robustness and accuracy of the methods are studied through strictly convex two-dimensional optimization problem, which is represented by volume minimization of two bars' plane frame structure subjected to maximal vertical displacement limit. Advantages and disadvantages of the methods are described and some practical tips provided which could be beneficial in any efficient engineering design by using an optimization method.

Optimal Shape Design of Dielectric Micro Lens Using FDTD and Topology Optimization

  • Chung, Young-Seek;Lee, Byung-Je;Kim, Sung-Chul
    • Journal of the Optical Society of Korea
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    • v.13 no.2
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    • pp.286-293
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    • 2009
  • In this paper, we present an optimal shape design method for a dielectric microlens which is used to focus an incoming infrared plane wave in wideband, by exploiting the finite difference time domain (FDTD) technique and the topology optimization technique. Topology optimization is a scheme to search an optimal shape by adjusting the material properties, which are design variables, within the design space. And by introducing the adjoint variable method, we can effectively calculate a derivative of the objective function with respect to the design variable. To verify the proposed method, a shape design problem of a dielectric microlens is tested when illuminated by a transverse electric (TE)-polarized infrared plane wave. In this problem, the design variable is the dielectric constant within the design space of a dielectric microlens. The design objective is to maximally focus the incoming magnetic field at a specific point in wideband.