http://hdl.handle.net/2099/1514 Sat, 25 May 2013 21:45:42 GMT 2013-05-25T21:45:42Z webmaster.bupc@upc.edu Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya. Servei de Biblioteques i Documentació no http://eprints.upc.es:80/revistes/retrieve/37483/logo_sarti.jpg http://hdl.handle.net/2099/1514 http://hdl.handle.net/2099/13004 Title: Instrumentation viewpoint Authors: SARTI, Centro Tecnológico de Vilanova i la Geltrú Abstract: Following our traditional edition line, on this issue our magazine presents the annual summary of the different projects and research activities developed by SARTI research group during 2012. The research projects undertaken by SARTI, in collaboration with other Spanish and international research teams, are linked to the development of instrumentation technology for marine applications, as well as for general industry. SARTI, as research group of the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, began its work in 2000. Now with 13 years of activity, is the right time to introduce the issue number 13 of our Instrumentation ViewPoint magazine. We encourage you to collaborate in future issues of this journal, and to attend the next congress: INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP ON MARINE TECHNOLOGY, MARTECH 2013. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/13004 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z SARTI, Centro Tecnológico de Vilanova i la Geltrú no Following our traditional edition line, on this issue our magazine presents the annual summary of the different projects and research activities developed by SARTI research group during 2012. The research projects undertaken by SARTI, in collaboration with other Spanish and international research teams, are linked to the development of instrumentation technology for marine applications, as well as for general industry. SARTI, as research group of the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, began its work in 2000. Now with 13 years of activity, is the right time to introduce the issue number 13 of our Instrumentation ViewPoint magazine. We encourage you to collaborate in future issues of this journal, and to attend the next congress: INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP ON MARINE TECHNOLOGY, MARTECH 2013. http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12992 Title: Aplicación del protocolo OGC Puck para instrumentación lug and playRS232 y TCPIP Authors: VieiraSilva, Luis; Río Fernandez, Joaquín del Abstract: In the small market of precision measuring instruments there is no standardization of the communication protocols used for control and instrument configuration. Each manufacturer defines their own syntax and set of commands for each instrument. Due to this particular problem it is necessary to create a communication protocol that uses a common syntax and a set of common commands in addition to the specific commands of these instruments. Such protocol is the OGC ® PUCK Protocol Standard that can be implemented in any measuring instrument or apparatus. This new protocol works through RS232 serial communication, most common for measuring instruments, but also for Ethernet communication (TCP-IP). Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12992 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z VieiraSilva, Luis; Río Fernandez, Joaquín del no In the small market of precision measuring instruments there is no standardization of the communication protocols used for control and instrument configuration. Each manufacturer defines their own syntax and set of commands for each instrument. Due to this particular problem it is necessary to create a communication protocol that uses a common syntax and a set of common commands in addition to the specific commands of these instruments. Such protocol is the OGC ® PUCK Protocol Standard that can be implemented in any measuring instrument or apparatus. This new protocol works through RS232 serial communication, most common for measuring instruments, but also for Ethernet communication (TCP-IP). http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12991 Title: Design of a docking station for autonomous underwater wehicles (AUV) recharge and data download Authors: Nogueras Cervera, Marc; Manuel Lázaro, Antonio Abstract: Review of the existing solutions for AUVs (Autonomous Underwater Vehicle) docking stations and study of its applicability in the OBSEA (Expandable Seafloor Observatory) for the recharge and data download of the Guanay II AUV developed by the SARTI research group. The project will develop the position control system, for AUV approaching to the docking; acoustic beacon, USBL location system and artificial vision system for relative location of the AUV in respect to the docking; latching mechanism to engage the AUV to the docking; power and data interface systems to recharge batteries and data download; and Lunch and Recovery (LAR) system to deploy and recover the docking and AUV from a support vessel Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12991 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Nogueras Cervera, Marc; Manuel Lázaro, Antonio no Review of the existing solutions for AUVs (Autonomous Underwater Vehicle) docking stations and study of its applicability in the OBSEA (Expandable Seafloor Observatory) for the recharge and data download of the Guanay II AUV developed by the SARTI research group. The project will develop the position control system, for AUV approaching to the docking; acoustic beacon, USBL location system and artificial vision system for relative location of the AUV in respect to the docking; latching mechanism to engage the AUV to the docking; power and data interface systems to recharge batteries and data download; and Lunch and Recovery (LAR) system to deploy and recover the docking and AUV from a support vessel http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12990 Title: Aplicación para la gestión de proyectos y actividad personal Authors: Borrell, Alejandro; Santamaria, Pep; Tort, Jaume Abstract: Good planning and project management by companies is the base of success for any of them and what separates it from a possible failure. For this reason, part of the efforts of these organizations focus on getting the most accurate tracking and reliable as possible over the life of each of its project Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12990 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Borrell, Alejandro; Santamaria, Pep; Tort, Jaume no Good planning and project management by companies is the base of success for any of them and what separates it from a possible failure. For this reason, part of the efforts of these organizations focus on getting the most accurate tracking and reliable as possible over the life of each of its project http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12989 Title: COBS time synchronization for data adcquisition Authors: Pallarés, Oriol; Cadena Muñoz, Francisco Javier; Toma, Daniel Abstract: This work presents a solution to seismometer synchronization with GPS time stamping, in zones without signal, such as the seafloor. Due to the needing of acquire with precision the time when seismological events occur, in order to know magnitude and location of an earthquake. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12989 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Pallarés, Oriol; Cadena Muñoz, Francisco Javier; Toma, Daniel no This work presents a solution to seismometer synchronization with GPS time stamping, in zones without signal, such as the seafloor. Due to the needing of acquire with precision the time when seismological events occur, in order to know magnitude and location of an earthquake. http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12988 Title: PH sensor Authors: Artero, C.; Nogueras Cervera, Marc; Manuel Lázaro, Antonio Abstract: This paper presents a design of a marine instrument for the measurement of pH in seawater. The measurement system consists of a pH electrode connected to the underwater observatory OBSEA. The extracted data are useful for scientists researching ocean acidification. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12988 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Artero, C.; Nogueras Cervera, Marc; Manuel Lázaro, Antonio no This paper presents a design of a marine instrument for the measurement of pH in seawater. The measurement system consists of a pH electrode connected to the underwater observatory OBSEA. The extracted data are useful for scientists researching ocean acidification. http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12987 Title: 3D modeling of the marine relief Authors: Mànuel-González, Bernat; Garcia Benadí, Albert; Río Fernandez, Joaquín del; Cadena Muñoz, Francisco Javier; Manuel Lázaro, Antonio Abstract: The article detail the systematic process for transformation the 2D representation to 3D representation, likewise the systematic process for gather up of data, and the considerations and instrumentation necessary for this action. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12987 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Mànuel-González, Bernat; Garcia Benadí, Albert; Río Fernandez, Joaquín del; Cadena Muñoz, Francisco Javier; Manuel Lázaro, Antonio no The article detail the systematic process for transformation the 2D representation to 3D representation, likewise the systematic process for gather up of data, and the considerations and instrumentation necessary for this action. http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12986 Title: Low-cost acoustic transmitter for underwater sensor networks Authors: Sarriá Gandul, David; Pallarés, Oriol; Manuel Lázaro, Antonio Abstract: Currently, there is a lag in the proliferation of underwater sensors due to the lack of low cost acoustic transmitters. The high cost of acoustic modems and some of their characteristics, make them inappropriate for many scenarios where low power and short range communications are required. This paper presents the design and the details of a low-cost acoustic transmitter for underwater sensors. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12986 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Sarriá Gandul, David; Pallarés, Oriol; Manuel Lázaro, Antonio no Currently, there is a lag in the proliferation of underwater sensors due to the lack of low cost acoustic transmitters. The high cost of acoustic modems and some of their characteristics, make them inappropriate for many scenarios where low power and short range communications are required. This paper presents the design and the details of a low-cost acoustic transmitter for underwater sensors. http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12985 Title: Energy-efficient communication protocol in linear wireless sensor networks Authors: Toma, Daniel; Río Fernandez, Joaquín del; Manuel Lázaro, Antonio Abstract: Wireless sensor networks (WSNs) have been widely recognized as a promising technology that can enhance various aspects of structure monitoring and border surveillance. Typical applications, such as sensors embedded in the outer surface of a pipeline or mounted along the supporting structure of a bridge, feature a linear sensor arrangement. Economical power use of sensor nodes is essential for long-lasting operation. In this paper, we present wireless High-Level Data Link Control (HDLC) a novel approach to energy-efficient data routing to a single control center in a linear sensor topology. Applying a standard data layer along with a time division multiple access (TDMA)-based Medium Access Control (MAC) and time synchronization technique specifically designed for the linear topology, we address the interoperability problem with guaranteed energy efficiency and data link performance in linear sensor topology. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12985 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Toma, Daniel; Río Fernandez, Joaquín del; Manuel Lázaro, Antonio no Wireless sensor networks (WSNs) have been widely recognized as a promising technology that can enhance various aspects of structure monitoring and border surveillance. Typical applications, such as sensors embedded in the outer surface of a pipeline or mounted along the supporting structure of a bridge, feature a linear sensor arrangement. Economical power use of sensor nodes is essential for long-lasting operation. In this paper, we present wireless High-Level Data Link Control (HDLC) a novel approach to energy-efficient data routing to a single control center in a linear sensor topology. Applying a standard data layer along with a time division multiple access (TDMA)-based Medium Access Control (MAC) and time synchronization technique specifically designed for the linear topology, we address the interoperability problem with guaranteed energy efficiency and data link performance in linear sensor topology. http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12984 Title: Data acquisition system for volcanic seismic Authors: Carreras Pons, Normandino; Gomáriz Castro, Spartacus; Parisi Baradad, Vicenç; Río Fernandez, Joaquín del Abstract: This paper presents a design that is being created for the acquisition of volcanic seismic data. This system is composed by a microcontroller to management the peripherals, a module to acquire the information of seismic sensor and the module of communications that is composed of the RF and the GPS system. The prototype will be a very low power system and it will allow work during a complete year. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12984 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Carreras Pons, Normandino; Gomáriz Castro, Spartacus; Parisi Baradad, Vicenç; Río Fernandez, Joaquín del no This paper presents a design that is being created for the acquisition of volcanic seismic data. This system is composed by a microcontroller to management the peripherals, a module to acquire the information of seismic sensor and the module of communications that is composed of the RF and the GPS system. The prototype will be a very low power system and it will allow work during a complete year. http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12983 Title: Ballast system for Guanay II AUV Authors: González Agudelo, Julián; Masmitjà, I; Gomáriz Castro, Spartacus Abstract: This work presents a description of Guanay II AUV ballast system, which consists in 3 blocks of foam distributed along the vehicle, and a weighs system in the central part in order to realize a fine tuning. Likewise it is presented the payload available and the experimental results in pool tests. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12983 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z González Agudelo, Julián; Masmitjà, I; Gomáriz Castro, Spartacus no This work presents a description of Guanay II AUV ballast system, which consists in 3 blocks of foam distributed along the vehicle, and a weighs system in the central part in order to realize a fine tuning. Likewise it is presented the payload available and the experimental results in pool tests. http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12982 Title: Sea waves energy harvester based on impacts Authors: Viñolo, Carlos; Manuel Lázaro, Antonio; Río Fernandez, Joaquín del; Toma, Daniel Abstract: The main problematic about electronic systems deployed in the sea for long periods of time, is to find a feasible way to supply them with the necessary amount of power without the necessity of a periodical supervision. Small systems, such as sensors that belong to a net of milliwatts consuming devices extended in a wide area, cannot be wire-fed because of the inconveniences it might create, and they usually include a battery that cannot be on-field recharged. For this reason, energy harvesting is considered a great solution in order to create independent, self-sufficient, wireless and small underwater systems. One of the possible ways to obtain energy within, and directly from the sea, is taking advantage of the naturally created sea movements. This paper discusses this innovational idea and presents some worked out laboratory tests. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12982 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Viñolo, Carlos; Manuel Lázaro, Antonio; Río Fernandez, Joaquín del; Toma, Daniel no The main problematic about electronic systems deployed in the sea for long periods of time, is to find a feasible way to supply them with the necessary amount of power without the necessity of a periodical supervision. Small systems, such as sensors that belong to a net of milliwatts consuming devices extended in a wide area, cannot be wire-fed because of the inconveniences it might create, and they usually include a battery that cannot be on-field recharged. For this reason, energy harvesting is considered a great solution in order to create independent, self-sufficient, wireless and small underwater systems. One of the possible ways to obtain energy within, and directly from the sea, is taking advantage of the naturally created sea movements. This paper discusses this innovational idea and presents some worked out laboratory tests. http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12981 Title: Selectcava, aplicación android para la supervisión del proceso de vendimia en tiempo real Authors: Bghiel, Ikram; Hidalgo Castro, Alberto Abstract: SiletCava (‘SIStema Lector de Tarjetas’, target reading system) it’s an app developed by the SARTI group, born from an initiative of the ‘Consejo Regulador del Cava’ (Cava regulatory board), created specifically as a tool to supervise the harvesting process in real time. The main objective of this tool is to control the grape production at the cellars outside of Catalonia in a centralized way from the CRC headquarters at Vilafranca del Penedès. The SiletCava app allows sending real time data from the cellars automatically to the CRC, controlling the amounts produced by every winegrower during the harvest period. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12981 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Bghiel, Ikram; Hidalgo Castro, Alberto no SiletCava (‘SIStema Lector de Tarjetas’, target reading system) it’s an app developed by the SARTI group, born from an initiative of the ‘Consejo Regulador del Cava’ (Cava regulatory board), created specifically as a tool to supervise the harvesting process in real time. The main objective of this tool is to control the grape production at the cellars outside of Catalonia in a centralized way from the CRC headquarters at Vilafranca del Penedès. The SiletCava app allows sending real time data from the cellars automatically to the CRC, controlling the amounts produced by every winegrower during the harvest period. http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12980 Title: Data management and web applications Authors: Hidalgo Castro, Alberto Abstract: The SARTI group counts with a multi-field staff, capable of performing projects with several areas of work. Usually, one of these areas involves some kind of computer programming, which can vary from the development of a simple application to the design and programming of a full dedicated website. In the last few years, we have used a huge variety of technologies in our projects. Several Java applications have been developed to control and save data from the OBSEA expandable seafloor observatory. Moreover, we have also worked in Java and Visual C++ desktop applications, working over both Linux and Windows operative systems. We have also developed a new project based on Android, the famous mobile operative system. This adds the mobile applications area to our already wide range of activities. Finally, the main SARTI website has got a full redesign, developed over PHP and Javascript technologies, which offers a new and improved portal to show our work and potential. The site is constantly being improved, along with the OBSEA website, and we are currently working in two new ones for the 2013 editions of IMEKO and MARTECH conferences. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12980 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Hidalgo Castro, Alberto no The SARTI group counts with a multi-field staff, capable of performing projects with several areas of work. Usually, one of these areas involves some kind of computer programming, which can vary from the development of a simple application to the design and programming of a full dedicated website. In the last few years, we have used a huge variety of technologies in our projects. Several Java applications have been developed to control and save data from the OBSEA expandable seafloor observatory. Moreover, we have also worked in Java and Visual C++ desktop applications, working over both Linux and Windows operative systems. We have also developed a new project based on Android, the famous mobile operative system. This adds the mobile applications area to our already wide range of activities. Finally, the main SARTI website has got a full redesign, developed over PHP and Javascript technologies, which offers a new and improved portal to show our work and potential. The site is constantly being improved, along with the OBSEA website, and we are currently working in two new ones for the 2013 editions of IMEKO and MARTECH conferences. http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12979 Title: Sarti training Authors: Vidal Oliveras, Neus Abstract: In those short lines we would show you the diferent training areas that SARTI offers and some results about 2012. Also we explain ours objectives for 2013. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12979 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Vidal Oliveras, Neus no In those short lines we would show you the diferent training areas that SARTI offers and some results about 2012. Also we explain ours objectives for 2013.