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With the increasing global communication demands and the development of Internet of Things (IoT), extending the connectivity to rural and remote areas has become imperative for future networks. The sixth generation (6G) network is expected to provide heterogeneous services and seamless network coverage for everyone and everything. Combining the advantages of both satellite and terrestrial networks, the integrated satellite-terrestrial network architecture is promising to provide global broadband access for all types of users, which has drawn much attention from both the academia and industry. In this paper, we present a comprehensive survey of the state-of-the-art of integrated satellite-terrestrial networks towards 6G. First, an executive classification and summary of the integration architecture is presented from network design to performance optimization. Then, typical applications of the integrated satellite-terrestrial network are discussed based on the architecture. By considering the unique characteristics of the two networks, main challenges are pointed out when performing integration, such as the long propagation delay, complex link conditions and high dynamics of the network topology. Finally, some promising future techniques are explored from the perspective of the integrated architecture. A detailed survey of the potential integration architectures is of great importance to enable more flexible network design and construction in future 6G networks. This paper will provide valuable guideline on future research and development of integrated satellite-terrestrial networks.

A novel integration architecture for speech-based human–computer interaction was developed using a progressive growth framework and semantic-aware computing. The architecture can integrate different services and can address the diversity of Internet of Things platforms. A natural language understanding (NLU) agent is proposed as a controller of IoT hubs and hybrid cloud services. The NLU agent with semantic-aware computing can effectively achieve a context-sensitive topic correlation and user intent analysis. Through a modularized design, the proposed progressive growth framework allows the NLU agent to chat about many different issues, such as current affairs and music. Local and cloud services can be loaded based on user demands, such as IoT platforms and hybrid cloud services. We developed and introduced three applications in daily life as case studies to demonstrate their potential and values. With the proposed integration architecture, users can develop many valuable applications according to their demands in various industries.

A proactively IP-optical integration architecture is proposed to adaptively configure IP topology for dynamic service demand, realizing cross-layer network on-demand provision; and the experiment results indicate that its average network resource utilization is elevated greatly under the evaluated scenario.

A circularly polarized (CP) phased array antenna (PAA) is designed for X band satellite communication systems. The proposed phased array antenna has a relative - 10dB bandwidth of 4% with ±60° scanning ability. Moreover, the designed PAA has a compact structure with the utilization of microstrip antenna element and tile integration architecture.

The discovery of ferroelectric properties in hafnium oxide film in 2011 [1] has been attracting much attention for emerging memory devices and other novel applications. Compared with conventional ferroelectric materials, HfO 2 -based ferroelectric (FE-HfO 2 ) shows several advantages such as high scalability (

Optical solitons called bright soliton, dark soliton together with singular soliton solutions were emerged in this work. Dense wavelength division multiplexed (DWDM) system for not only Kerr law but also parabolic law nonlinearities was analyzed through the medium of trial equation integration approach. Besides these optical soliton solutions, supplement solutions referred to as singular periodic solutions were formed.

Optical solitons called bright soliton, dark soliton together with singular soliton solutions were emerged in this work. The Gerdjikov–Ivanov equation in birefringent fibers which is first written in two component form for vector solitons was analyzed through the medium of trial equation integration approach. Besides these optical soliton solutions, supplement solutions refered to as singular periodic solutions were formed.

This paper retrieves chirped singular and bright-singular combo optical soliton solutions to the Chen–Lee–Liu equation. Three forms of independent intregration schemes are implemented to the model. They are csch function scheme, tanh–coth method and finally the modified simple equation approach. The integrability criteria for these are also presented.

The purpose of this paper is to provide an information and integration architecture framework for managing the end-end life cycle of Distributed Energy Resources (DER). The information contained in this paper is also intended to help with the development of software applications.

Salesforce integration includes several disciplines to provide comprehensive and scalable technical solutions that meet end-to-end integration requirements and best practices. You must understand the capabilities, patterns, concepts, and tools available and used within the Salesforce platform.

Monitoring of environment conditions on a farm using the concepts of Smart Farming is able to bring benefits, by providing analyses backed by data aggregated from previously unavailable breadth of sources. However, it introduces several technical challenges in terms of integrating very heterogeneous data (sensors, vehicles, etc.), validating and fusing these types of data, and turning them into useful information for farmers and agronomists. We describe an open integration architecture designed to address the above challenges and needs, including components we developed and used in validation demonstrators that provide sensor data integration (SensLog) and external systems interoperability (OGC SensorThings API connector).

The aim of the work is to develop methodological foundations and approaches to the design of a modern integration platform based on a process-oriented approach.

The technology space of the University of Denver Libraries to manage digital collections and institutional resources isn&rsquo, t relegated to one department on campus &ndash, rather, it distributed across a network of collaborators with the skills and expertise to provide that support. The infrastructure, which is comprised of an archival metadata management system (Archivespace), a digital repository (Node.js + ElasticSearch), preservation storage (ArchivesDirect), and a streaming server (Kaltura) is independently but cooperatively managed across IT, library departments and vendors. The coordinated effort of digital curation activities still allows each group to focus on the service they have the most vested interest in providing. This paper will talk about the different management and development practices involved in developing our integrated infrastructure to provide digital collections as a service.

This paper addresses optical solitons in birefringent fibers that is modeled by complex Ginzburg–Landau equation with Kerr law nonlinearity. Three forms of integration architecture retrieves soliton and other solutions to the model. The solitons are classified and their existence criteria are also presented.

In this chapter, reinforcement learning is analyzed from the perspective of learning and planning. We initially introduce the concepts of model and model-based methods, with the highlight of advantages on model planning. In order to include the benefits of both model-based and model-free methods, we present the integration architecture combining learning and planning, with detailed illustration on Dyna-Q algorithm. Finally, for the integration of learning and planning, the simulation-based search applications are analyzed.

Der Advent des Internet Of Things (IoT) bringt zahlreiche Anwendungsmöglichkeiten fürvernetzte embeddedSystems mit sich.Diese reichenvon embeddedDevices as Services zu komplexen, real-time-fähigen Strukturen, die über Bussysteme verbunden sind. Die vorliegende Arbeit stellt ein Konzept für ein IoT-Netzwerk für den Off-Grid-Anwendungsbereich dar, in dem das Ziel die Überwachung dislozierter Assets ist. Eine zentrale Anforderung bei der Umsetzung ist die Verwendung einer custom message oriented Middleware. ZudiesemBehufewirdmitdenMethodendermodernenSoftwareindustrie-Architekturinstrumente und Entwicklungsmethoden - ein Proof of Concept (PoC) erstellt, derzeigt,dassdieUmsetzungeinessolchenIoT-Netzwerksmöglichist.Weiterswird gezeigt, dass die Einhaltung der Methoden der modernen Softwareindustrie bei der Erstellung der Sofwaresuite unerlässlich ist, da sonst der Effort aufgrund sinkender Codequalität unwartbar wird. Bei der Umsetzung und subsequenten Erprobung des PoC wird gezeigt, dass, wiewohldiedemPoCzugrundeliegendeMiddlewaredurchausgeeignetist,dasSystem zu stützen, vom Einsatz in safety-kritischen Bereichen Abstand zunehmen ist, da die Middleware weder persistent Messaging noch Message Queues unterstützt. Die abschliessende Erkenntnis ist, dass ein System, das mit der Middleware aufgebaut wird, und auf den Protokollen TCP/IP und LoRA aufbaut, für den Einsatz im Bereiche der Perimeterüberwachung oder dem Monitoring von dislozierten Off-Grid Assets geeignet ist. The advent of the Internet Of Things brings various possibilities for the application of interconnected embedded systems. This starts with embedded devices as services and ends with complex systems which are connected by real-time-capable bus systems. This thesis presents a concept for an IoT-Network for off-grid usage. The objective of this network is the monitoring of dislocated off-grid assets. A core requirement is the incorporation of a costum message oriented middleware. To achieve these objectives, a Proof of Concept (PoC) is created applying methods of the modern software industry, which are architecture and development methodology. The PoC shows that the creation of the IoT-Network is possible. Further, the PoC shows that the diligent application of the methods of the modern software industry is indispensable for the creation of stable and evolvable software. By implementing and testing the PoC, the prescribed middleware is shown to be able to support the system albeit with limitation. The middleware is not suited for usage in safety-critical applications for it does neither support persistent messaging normessagequeues.Theconclusionis,thatasystemusingsaidmiddlewareaswell as the protocols TCP/IP and LoRA is suited for perimeter surveillance or monitoring of dislocated off-grid assets. Wien, FH Campus Wien, Masterarb., 2020

Тема выпускной квалификационной работы: «Разработка Ð°Ñ€Ñ Ð¸Ñ‚ÐµÐºÑ‚ÑƒÑ€Ñ‹ решения по интеграции заводского и Ñ†ÐµÑ Ð¾Ð²Ð¾Ð³Ð¾ уровня металлургического предприятия на основе c-MES модели». Цель работы: Внедрение MES системы и построение интеграционной Ð°Ñ€Ñ Ð¸Ñ‚ÐµÐºÑ‚ÑƒÑ€Ñ‹ АСУП. Задачи работы: 1. провести анализ деятельности предприятия; 2. провести анализ существующего комплекса ИТ-решений компании; 3. определить ключевые проблемы производственного процесса предприятия, решаемые при помощи внедрения Ð¸Ð½Ñ„Ð¾Ñ€Ð¼Ð°Ñ†Ð¸Ð¾Ð½Ð½Ñ‹Ñ Ñ‚ÐµÑ Ð½Ð¾Ð»Ð¾Ð³Ð¸Ð¹; 4. сформировать бизнес, функциональные и системные требования к системе; 5. провести анализ рынка MES систем и выбрать решение, удовлетворяющее требованием; 6. разработать интеграционную Ð°Ñ€Ñ Ð¸Ñ‚ÐµÐºÑ‚ÑƒÑ€Ñƒ предприятия на основе внедряемой MES системы и Ð¸Ð¼ÐµÑŽÑ‰Ð¸Ñ ÑÑ на предприятии Ð¸Ð½Ñ„Ð¾Ñ€Ð¼Ð°Ñ†Ð¸Ð¾Ð½Ð½Ñ‹Ñ ÑÐ¸ÑÑ‚ÐµÐ¼; Работы выполнена на базе АО «Уральская сталь» Ð²Ñ Ð¾Ð´ÑÑ‰Ð¸Ð¹ в АО «Холдинговая компания «Металлоинвест». Методы: сравнительный анализ, Ð°Ñ€Ñ Ð¸Ñ‚ÐµÐºÑ‚ÑƒÑ€Ð½Ð¾Ðµ моделирование, экспертное оценивание, синтез, сбор и обработка Ð´Ð°Ð½Ð½Ñ‹Ñ . Основные результаты работы: Практическая значимость работы обусловлена результатами автоматизации производства: внедрение системы оперативного управления производством построение Ð°Ñ€Ñ Ð¸Ñ‚ÐµÐºÑ‚ÑƒÑ€Ñ‹ автоматизированной системы управления предприятия, согласно предложенным рекомендациям, обеспечит повышения конкурентоспособности производственного предприятия и поможет устранить разрыв между производственными и административными уровнями управления., The theme of graduation thesis: "Development of the solution architecture for integration of the factory and shop level of a metallurgical enterprise based on c-MES model." Objective: Implementation of MES system and build the integration architecture ASUP. Tasks: 1. conduct an analysis of the company's activities; 2. analyze the existing set of it solutions of the company; 3. identify the key problems of the enterprise's production process that can be solved by implementing information technologies; 4. create business, functional and system requirements for the system; 5. analyze the market for MES systems and choose a solution that meets the requirements; 6. develop an enterprise integration architecture based on the MES system being implemented and the information systems available at the enterprise; The work was carried out based on JSC Ural steel, part of JSC metalloinvest holding company. Methods: comparative analysis, architectural modeling, expert evaluation, synthesis, data collection and processing. The main results: Practical significance of the work resulting from automation: implementation of operational production management architecture design of the automated system of enterprise management under the proposed recommendations will ensure the competitiveness of industrial enterprises and will help to bridge the gap between production and administrative management levels.

Patients consult different private healthcare practitioners (PHP) due to the uniqueness of their illnesses and need for different specialisation. However, patient’s health records are stored across autonomous systems of these different PHPs, leading to the establishment of heterogeneous health records. Consequently this creates a challenge of information sharing among PHPs. This study argues that these challenges are attributed to the non-integrated healthcare systems among PHPs and thus causing delay in treatment of patients. The study employs multiple case approach, using the semi-structured interview technique to investigate how health records are stored and shared amongst PHPs. The data collected was interpretively analysed to gain better understanding of the manipulation of patient’s health record. According to the study findings, majority of PHP do not invest in IS and information sharing amongst PHPs is conducted manually. Sharing of medical records manually is challenging and is threatened by issues such as data theft and sabotage. In this study, an integrated architecture to guide the management of healthcare heterogeneous data among healthcare practitioners is developed.

Today, many efforts have been made to implement information systems for supporting research evaluation activities. To produce a good framework for research evaluation, the selection of appropriate measures is important. Quality aspects of the systems’ implementation should also not be overlooked. Incomplete or faulty data should not be used and metric computation formulas should be discussed and valid. Correctly integrated data from different information sources provide a complete picture of the scientific activity of an institution. Knowledge from the data integration field can be adapted in research information management. In this paper, we propose a research information system for bibliometric indicator analysis that is incorporated into the adaptive integration architecture based on ideas from the data warehousing framework for change support. A data model of the integrated dataset is also presented. This paper also provides a change management solution as a part of the data integration framework to keep the data integration process up to date. This framework is applied for the implementation of a publication data integration system for excellence-based research analysis at the University of Latvia.

The article is an attempt to analyse historical roots of creation of the contemporary integration architecture in the Gulf region as well as to disclose principal tendencies and particularities of development the integration processes in the above-mentioned region after «Arab Spring». The author also researches influence on complication of integration processes in the organisation of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) of following factors: significant sharpening of Iran-Saudi confrontation, Middle East policy of the new USA president Donald Trump, Qatar crisis etc.The article is an attempt to research the latest attempts of Saudi Arabia together United Emirates to formulate a new centre of integration gravity of loyal to them Arab states, first of all – Egypt and Jordan with the help of the following projects like a new military, political and economic union between Saudi Arabia and UAE as well as such project as NEOM.The author also formulates main conclusions that are to be taken into consideration while evaluating the contemporary condition of integration processes and geopolitical balance in the Gulf region for the implementation of strategic tasks of Ukraine in the whole Middle East and the Gulf region in particular.