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  • Open source mobile network 
    Sajeev, U; Muralitharan, R; Ramsan, MMM; Zamrath, MZM; Dias, D [Conference-Full-text]
    We present the development and testing of a cellular network built on open source technologies. This network supports voice calls and text messages within the network or between networks. The main objective of this work ...
  • Optimization of mashing process in beer production using rice as an adjunct 
    Mallawarachchi, KS; Bandara, LRLM; Dilshan, SKDHS; Ariyadasa, TU; Gunawardena, SHP [Conference-Full-text]
    Beer manufacturers worldwide use adjuncts like rice, wheat and sorghum to reduce the cost of production replacing the starch source malt. In Sri Lankan context, rice can be added as the adjunct. Optimization of mashing ...
  • Outdoor robot navigation using gmapping based slam algorithm 
    Balasuriya, BLEA; Chathuranga, BAH; Jayasundara, BHMD; Napagoda, NRAC; Kumarawadu, SP; Chandima, DP; Jayasekara, AGBP [Conference-Full-text]
    This paper presents the complete methodology followed in designing and implementing a tracked autonomous navigation robot which can navigate through an unknown outdoor environment using ROS (Robot Operating System). The ...
  • Performance investigation of hybrid arq in hsdpa systems with amc 
    Liyanage, NDK; Abeywickrama, CA; Kumari, PMIU; De Silva, SA; Wavegedara, CB [Conference-Full-text]
    In the world of telecommunication, demand for 3G mobile communication services still dominates the global market. It continues to grow despite the introduction of new technologies such as LTE and LTE-A. Hybrid Automatic ...
  • Potential for improving green roof performance through artificial irrigation 
    Heendeniya, HKCB; Ruwanthika, RMM; Jayasekara, AGBP [Conference-Full-text]
    Historically extensive green roofs were designed for natural precipitation with a plant selection focusing on hardy succulents such as sedums that can survive harsh, water stressed conditions. Although this seems a ...
  • Power system simulator- a teaching tool 
    Jothimuni, RSM; Wijerathne, HMDMB; Yapa, CAN; Wijethunga, DWNT; Lucas, JR; Silva, PSN de [Conference-Full-text]
    Protection schemes are mandatory for the safety and reliability of power systems operations. A Power System Simulator has been built as a teaching tool in order to provide a clear picture of the system, including ...
  • preparation and characterization of cellulose and hemi-cellulose based degradable composite material using sugarcane waste 
    Jayasekara, AGBP; Bandara, HMND; Amarasinghe, YWR [Conference-Full-text]
    In recent years, polymer based composites have become more popular in many scientific researches as well as many commercial programs. Growing global, environmental and social concern, the high rate of depletion of ...
  • Proaasel: prospect theory based continuous authentication attribute selection model 
    Premarathne, US [Conference-Full-text]
    Existing continuous authentication models use a fixed set of attributes and do not consider the application specific requirements and associated vulnerabilities in their selection. Selecting appropriate attributes for ...
  • Reducing computational time of closed-loop weather monitoring: a complex event processing and machine learning based approach 
    Chandrathilake, HMC; Hewawitharana, HTS; Jayawardana, RS; Viduranga, ADD; Bandara, HMND; Marru, S; Perera, S [Conference-Full-text]
    Modern weather forecasting models are developed to maximize the accuracy of forecasts by running computationally intensive algorithms with vast volumes of data. Consequently, algorithms take a long time to execute, and ...
  • Robust algorithm for objective hearing screening of newborns using automated auditory brain-stem response 
    Weerathunge, WAHR; Bandara, DMSL; Amaratunga, MGB; De Silva, AC [Conference-Full-text]
    At present, 2 to 4 out of every 1000 births are affected with hearing impairments. In enforcing mandatory hearing screening for neonates, robust algorithms are required to make the process fast and efficient. In this ...
  • Selection of nominated subcontractors in commercial building construction in Sri Lanka 
    Rodrigo, MNN; Perera, BAKS [Conference-Full-text]
    The construction industry comprises of numerous Nominated Subcontractors (NSCs) employed in various projects. Besides, plentiful NSCs enter into the industry due to ease of entry. However, all NSCs might not possess the ...
  • Smart energy tracking system for domestic consumers 
    Sameera, NHK; Ovinda, JAPA; Palayangoda, NA; Sanjeewa, AD; Abeygunawardane, SK [Conference-Full-text]
    Demand side management provides benefits to both the utility and the consumers. The effective implementation of demand side management can be achieved by introducing a proper energy management system. To popularize such ...
  • Smart solar tracking and on-site photovoltic efficiency measurement system 
    Basnayake, BADJCK; Jayathilaka, WADM; Amarasinghe, YWR; Attalage, RA; Jayasekara, AGBP [Conference-Full-text]
    On-site photovoltaic efficiency data is a valuable asset during a process of predicting photovoltaic potential. Not just the solar power output, but also the ambient conditions and panel temperature should be measured ...
  • Stability analysis for a twin boom h- tail medium scale uav through simulated dynamic model 
    Kurukularachchi, PL; Munasinghe, SR; De Silva, HRPS [Conference-Full-text]
    this paper presents on the stability analysis for RAVAN twin boom H-Tail Medium Scale UAV which has been developed by University of Moratuwa. It is required to understand the UAV behavior for the small perturbations in ...
  • Stereo audio streaming via visible light 
    Samudika, D; Jayasinghe, L; Gunathilaka, KE; Rumesh, Y; Weerasuriya, R; Dias, D [Conference-Full-text]
    Visible Light Communication (VLC) is emerging as a next generation data transmission method for short-range communication applications. In this paper we implement and characterize two prototype stereo audio streaming ...
  • Support for traceability management of software artefacts using natural language processing 
    Arunthavanathan, A; Shanmugathasan, S; Ratnavel, S; Thiyagarajah, V; Perera, I; Meedeniya, D; Balasubramaniam, D [Conference-Full-text]
    One of the major problems in software development process is managing software artefacts. While software evolves, inconsistencies between the artefacts do evolve as well. To resolve the inconsistencies in change management, ...
  • Support vector machine regression for forecasting electricity demand for large commercial buildings by using kernel parameter and storage effect 
    Samarawickrama, NGIS; Hemapala, KTMU; Jayasekara, AGBP [Conference-Full-text]
    In the framework of a competitive commercial world, having accurate energy forecasting tools becomes a Key Performance Indicator (KPI) to the building owners. Energy forecasting plays a crucial role for any building ...
  • Topology optimization to improve structural efficiency of 5000 lb over-center buckle 
    Prabuddha, BGC; Ranaweera, RKPS; Mangala, KHJ [Conference-Full-text]
    Topology optimization for a considerable time has been successfully applied in the field of design for the development of light-weight structures. Especially in the aerospace sector, topology / topography optimization ...
  • Use of surface modified silica in reinforcing carboxylated nitrile rubber latex 
    Ramasinghe, RLP; Gannoruwa, GKBM; Liyanage, NMVK [Conference-Full-text]
    Coupling agents are a special category of chemicals used to impart interactions between filler and polymer in polymer industry. Applicability of natural polymers (NPs) as coupling agents for silica filled Carboxylated ...
  • A visualization and analysis platform for performance tuning 
    Eranjith, HMD; Fernando, ID; Fernando, GKS; Soysa, WCM; Jayasena, VSD [Conference-Full-text]
    With a framework like OpenTuner, one could build domain-specific multi-objective program auto-tuners and gain significant performance improvements. But explaining why and interpreting the results are often hard, mainly ...