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A surface roughness based visual and analysis system for surface quality improvement in fused deposition modeling rapid prototype machine
(Kolej Universiti Kejuruteraan Utara MalaysiaSchool of Mechatronic Engineering, 2006)In rapid prototyping (RP), part deposition orientation and surface finish are two significant concerns, but they are contradicting with each other. In model building in RP, a concession is commonly made between these two ... -
Classification of binary insect images using fuzzy and gaussian artmap neural networks
(Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP)School of Computer and Communication Engineering, 2006)Object recognition and classification is an essential routine in our daily lives. Our eyes act as a camera capturing the image of particular object and sending it to the brain to be recognized. Thus, the eye vision system ... -
Database encryption for a Web-based Claims System
(Universiti Malaysia PerlisSchool of Computer and Communication Engineering, 2007)The main purpose of this study is to develop a computer system for UniMAP staff to make claims via electronic media. The system development is based on the Treasury Circulars by the Ministry of Finance, Malaysia as well ... -
Object detection using image processing techniques: coconut as a case study
(Kolej Universiti Kejuruteraan Utara Malaysia (KUKUM)School of Computer and Communication Engineering, 2007)The use of computers to analyze images has many potential but, the variability of the objects makes it a challenging task. In this thesis, the main idea is to detect an object (coconut) from an image. Several techniques ... -
Corrosion behaviour on AA2014/15vol. %A1₂0₃P and AA2009/20vol. %SiCw composite after ageing treatment
(Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP)School of Materials Engineering, 2007)The purpose of this study is to compare the corrosion behaviour between AA2014/15vol. %A1₂0₃P and AA2009/20vol. %SiCw composites after ageing treatment. The former composite was cast composite supplied by Duralcan USA. The ... -
Design and development of autonomous omni-directional mobile robot with mecanum wheel
(Universiti Malaysia PerlisSchool of Mechatronic Engineering, 2007-07)A variety of designs of mobile robot have been developed in recent years in order to improve their omni-directional maneuver and practical applications. Omni-directional mobile robot has vast advantages over conventional ... -
Embedded system for face identification based on Iris Detection
(Universiti Malaysia PerlisSchool of Computer and Communication Engineering, 2008)This research describes the design and implementation of an Embedded System for Biometric Identification based on Iris Detection (BIOI2D). It is based on single board computer (SBC) and utilizing GNU/Linux operating system ... -
Face emotion recognition using artificial intelligence techniques
(Universiti Malaysia PerlisSchool of Mechatronic Engineering, 2008)Recently, there has been tremendous growth in the area of Human Computer Interaction (HCI). Many HCI applications were documented, and among them, the Face Emotion Recognition(FER) is one of the well known areas. Seven ... -
A novel large-bit-size architecture and microarchitecture for the implementation of Superscalar Pipeline VLIW microprocessors
(Universiti Malaysia PerlisSchool of Computer & Communication Engineering, 2008)Microprocessors have grown tremendously in its computing and data crunching capability since the early days of the invention of a microprocessor. Today, most microprocessors in the market are at 32 bits, while the latest ... -
Development of background subtraction algorithm for biometric identification
(Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP)School of Mechatronic Engineering, 2008)This thesis presents an improved approach for an automatic face detection system. Segmentation of novel or dynamic objects in a scene can be achieved using background subtraction or foreground segmentation. This is a ... -
Machine learning analysis of multiparameter home telecare clinical measurement data for patient health stratification
(University of New South Wales, 2008-07)A medical decision support system (DSS) is designed to assist clinician in monitoring patient’s health by the means of providing reminders, advice as well as interpretation. This system is good enough in the sense of ... -
Gesture recognition of everyday activities
(University of BirminghamFaculty of Electronic, Electrical and Computer Engineering, 2008-08)Multimodal recognition system is becoming a more common interaction tools in the fields of ubiquitous and wearable computing. Recent technologies and development of multimodal in human computer interaction have encouraged the ... -
Development of an automated smart room controller using ATMEL AT89S52
(Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, 2008-12)When electrical appliances are used without any surveillance, the cost of electricity increases. The cost may increase further when there are air-conditioners involved. It has been foreseen that in the year 2020, all ... -
Development model of luggage follower robot for wheelchair application
(Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, 2008-12)Nowadays there is lots of technology based on robotic which has been invented by human intelligence. Therefore, it is not possible for robot to be controlled by sensor technology. This dissertation project objective is ... -
Design of a portable continuous systolic blood pressure monitoring kit with built-in low and high blood pressure early warnings
(Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP)School of Mechatronic Engineering, 2009)About one in three adults in the United States have high blood pressure but high blood pressure itself usually has no symptoms. The prevalence of hypertension in Malaysians aged 30 years and above was 42.6%. The majority ... -
Biceps brachii surface EMG classification using neural networks
(Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP)School of Mechatronic Engineering, 2009)This thesis presents an approach of MATLAB-based system for clinical rehabilitation monitoring application. The main rationale for the development of such a system is that the pattern of the EMG signals elicited may ... -
Development of Multiband fractal planar inverted F antenna (F-PIFA) for mobile applications
(Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP)School of Computer & Communication Engineering, 2009)In the past few years, demand in unification of wireless hardware has propelled new development of antenna. With the advances on antenna technology, it becomes attractive to enhance the capabilities of antenna in many ... -
Design of a portable continuous systolic blood pressure monitoring kit with built-in low and high blood pressure early warnings
(Universiti Malaysia PerlisSchool of Mechatronic Engineering, 2009)About one in three adults in the United States have high blood pressure but high blood pressure itself usually has no symptoms. The prevalence of hypertension in Malaysians aged 30 years and above was 42.6%. The majority ... -
Design & development of an Embedded Network Security System (ENSS)
(Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP)School of Computer and Communication Engineering, 2009)Embedded system is becoming an interesting solution to various applications due to high stability, minimal power consumption, and portability. This thesis describes the design and development of an embedded system for ... -
Modeling and control of a Pico-satellite attitude using Fuzzy Logic Controller
(Universiti Malaysia PerlisSchool of Mechatronic Engineering, 2009)Fuzzy logic concept was first conceived by Lotfi Zadeh in 1965 by incorporating rule based approach to solve control problems. The advantage of Fuzzy Logic Controller (FLC) is that the control process can be controlled ...