Author: Vijay A. Kanade

Abstract: The paper proposes a healthcare system that harnesses IR properties of human body radiation for allowing surgeons to perform surgeries remotely through a 3D interactive display. The system supports in-volume interactions with integrated touch sensing mechanism where IR cameras detect human hand interactions within the floating 3D display volume through ‘Infrared Thermography’. Thus, as the surgeon interacts with the 3D display at a remote location, the actions are reproduced by the medical device at the patient’s location. The proposed system is explicitly outlined for conducting medical emergencies.

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Abstract: The paper illustrates a novel concept & implementation technique for "[Bio-Net]-of-Things (BoT)". BoT discloses a method for bringing all the living systems online - so we have humans, IoT devices (inanimate) & bacteria, viruses, plants, crops, etc. all under one bracket of Internet. In this paper we are envisaging symbiotic intelligence for solving the problem of air pollution through BoT. We are facing the pollution menace from vehicles, industries, etc. to a greater extent, especially to the people who are living near roadsides in cities. Carbon monoxide, Nitrogen oxides (NO_x), SO₂ are the prominent air pollutants found in most cities. Out of these, NO_x is one of the major pollutants emitted from vehicles. NO_x gases react to form smog and acid rain, as well as being central to the formation of fine particles and ground level ozone, both of which are associated with adverse health effects. The paper demonstrates a setup that utilizes the photo catalytic effect of Titanium dioxide (TiO₂) for reducing the effect of air pollution. The pollutants in the air are explicitly identified with the help of on-chip spectrometers and TiO₂ is economically sprayed onto those target air pollutants. The cost effective usage of TiO₂ is worked out by implementing an 'Unsupervised Particle Swarm Optimization' algorithm. The viability of the proposed IoT platform is confirmed by building a smart test-bed for executing the unsupervised algorithm. Experimental results show that BoT can be effectively deployed through this algorithmic middleware which can support 'n' no. of BoT devices. Thus a pioneering technique is disclosed for tackling the problem of air pollution.

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Abstract: The space around the planet Earth is littered with a vast amount of ‘Space Debris’. Space debris, junk, rubbish, remains, waste, or trash is a cluster of obsolete man-designed articles in space – old dilapidated satellites, wastes from multi-stage rockets, and flakes derived from erosion, collisions caused by debris itself or malfunctioning space units. This orbiting debris is growing at an alarming rate and posing a serious threat to the operational orbits above the planet. There is enough scientific evidence to suggest that the debris density at the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) has already reached a sufficient level to trigger a chain reaction of debris-collisions. To avoid any damage to the essential orbiting satellites and to keep the planet’s space sustainable, we ought to soon embark on a mission of cleaning-up the space debris. Space organizations and scientific communities around the world are well-informed of the threat space debris possesses and have developed solutions on how to tackle the problem for a better future. Prominent solutions for the above problem includes launching a spacecraft for actively removing the dangerous plethora of space debris pieces. Such a missioner-spacecraft would isolate / de-orbit or clean several targets (i.e. debris) during one single mission. This raises a significantly relevant question of “what kind of targets and in what order should the spacecraft visit them?” This paper answers the above question. The paper presents a novel method of employing ‘NeuroG’ (i.e. Neuro-engine) on a satellite platform for removing the space junk in a cost-effective & coherent manner.

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Author: Vijay A. Kanade

Abstract: Electrical energy consumed worldwide today amounts to about 22,500 terawatt-hour (TWh). A larger chunk of this electrical energy is used to produce light energy. Excessive production of light energy (termed as 'light pollution') causes a disturbance in the natural environment that living beings live in. The very light energy when produced above a threshold poses certain drawbacks such as disrupting ecosystems, in particular affecting nocturnal wildlife, adverse health effects such as sleep disorders, increased headaches, etc. Hence, there seems to be a stronger need for developing a substitute for electrical form energy used for producing light energy. The research proposal discloses a portable lighting device that harnesses the properties of photo luminescent pigment 'Strontium Aluminate' for producing light energy by utilizing a free source of energy. The lighting device uses a portion of 'Strontium aluminate' mixed with freely available 'water' resource to produce light energy in the presence of black light.

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Abstract: The research paper discloses a novel method to transmit audio content over a secure communication channel by using light optics. The proposal uses Light-based Doppler Interferometry (LDI) to measure sound-field in the room. The measured sound-field values are used to create silence bubbles at the sender and recipient side by using hybrid active noise-cancellation to ensure effective communication. An audio signal is picked up from the speaker placed at the sender’s side and is used to modulate the current source that drives an LED light. Upon audio-to-light conversion, the output optical signal is transmitted through the air to the intended recipient present at the other end of the room, who is some distance away from the sender. The experiments were performed using the LED light and a laser diode separately to explore different options available for indoor communication. According to the experimental results, LED light could transmit 12 dB more power than the laser diode across different audio frequencies for both setups of no air gap (i.e. 0cm) and an air gap of 4cm between the light source and photodetector. Also, it was identified that the laser diode transmitted consistent power for a known distance as compared to LED light. The attenuation for LED light and laser diode with respect to distance was found to be ≈5.5 dB/cm and ≈4.9 dB/cm respectively.

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Abstract: SmelloT refers to a digitized framework adopted by electronic devices to electrify scent. It integrates smell into a communication system that allows users to code, digitize, transmit, and recreate scent shared over a network. In this paper, we propose a scent recreating interface that facilitates electrical stimulation of smell sensations for a target user. The interface relies on galvanic coupling manifested via silver electrodes that are placed over the nasal cavity in a manner that actuate the epithelium cells responsible for olfaction by inducing electric impulses. The current and frequency parameters of these impulses are varied across time intervals to study the effectiveness of the interface on the olfactory receptors of the real user. The affected cells communicate the olfactory information to the brain via the olfactory nerve, thereby realizing the electrified smell. We performed experiments by placing two silver electrodes (1-2 cm apart) on top of a nose at 4.5-5 cm from the nostrils. Electric impulses in the range of 2mA - 4mA are provided at varying frequencies of 4, 20, 60, and 170 Hz for a duration of 15 sec each. The results revealed that the electrodes were able to electrically stimulate the olfactory receptors through galvanic coupling as the participant was able to perceive smells of different types such as fragrant, sweet, minty, chemical smells, and so on. The paper further proposes a novel ‘smell-o-search’ application that integrates a smell search option into a conventional search engine to enable users to search for similar scent profiles across a geography.

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Abstract: The research paper discloses a first of its kind chlorophyll-based display technology called ‘ChloroView.’ The display is environmentally sustainable and embraces biophilic design principles, offering a refreshing alternative to conventional LCD and OLED displays. The paper explores the development and design of ChloroView, emphasizing its sustainable attributes and its ability to create a deeper connection with nature through its incorporation of chlorophyll-based components. By highlighting the sustainable and biophilic qualities of ChloroView, the research paper presents an innovative and eco-friendly solution that overcomes the limitations of traditional display technologies. In this paper we present the initial findings from the first stage of an experiment conducted to extract, purify, and refine different chlorophyll variants derived from spinach and fallen leaves.

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Abstract: The research paper unveils the design and development of a sustainable biofibre-based signal enhancer used for wireless signal enhancement. The increasing demand for seamless wireless connectivity has led to the widespread use of signal enhancement technologies. However, conventional systems suffer from drawbacks such as high energy consumption and reliance on non-renewable materials. In response, this study proposes biofibre-based enhancers that leverage the unique properties of natural fibers such ones derived from plant leaves. These enhancers support natural beamforming phenomena and offer lightweight, flexible, and high surface area characteristics to optimize signal reflection, absorption, and transmission. The research focuses on material selection, manufacturing techniques, and integration of biofibre-based elements into signal routing units to enhance signal propagation and coverage. Experimental evaluations demonstrate the efficacy of the proposed solution in improving signal strength across a space. The adoption of biofibre-based signal enhancers promotes eco-friendly practices and provides a more sustainable approach to wireless signal enhancement.

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