Digital Information and Communication Technology and Its Applications
International Conference, DICTAP 2011, Dijon, France, June 21-23, 2011. Proceedings, Part II
Published on 17. June 2011
XIV, 778 pages
978-3-642-22027-2 (ISBN)
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This two-volume set CCIS 166 and 167 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the International Conference on Digital Information and Communication Technology and its Applications, DICTAP 2011, held in Dijon, France, in June 2010.
The 128 revised full papers presented in both volumes were carefully reviewed and selected from 330 submissions. The papers are organized in topical sections on Web applications; image processing; visual interfaces and user experience; network security; ad hoc network; cloud computing; Data Compression; Software Engineering; Networking and Mobiles; Distributed and Parallel processing; social networks; ontology; algorithms; multimedia; e-learning; interactive environments and emergent technologies for e-learning; signal processing; information and data management.
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Digital Information and Communication Technology and Its Applications
International Conference, DICTAP 2011, Dijon, France, June 21-23, 2011. Proceedings, Part II
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Content
- Title
- Preface
- Table of Contents
- Software Engineering
- Ontology Development as a Software Engineering Procedure
- Introduction
- Upper Ontology Selection
- Core Ontology Specification
- Domain Ontology Development and Evaluation
- Conclusion
- References
- An IPv6 Test Bed for Mobility Support in Next Generation Wireless Networks
- Introduction
- Related Work
- The Agent-Based Mobility Protocol (AMP)
- Features
- Architecture
- Code Structure
- Experimental Scenario
- Environment
- Performance Metrics
- Results and Analyses
- Total Signaling Cost
- Packet Delay
- Packet Loss
- Conclusion and Further Work
- References
- Test Management Traceability Model to Support Software Testing Documentation
- Introduction
- Related Works
- Evaluation of Software Traceability Model
- Result
- Discussion
- Conclusion
- References
- Software Maintenance Testing Approaches to Support Test Case Changes - A Review
- Introduction
- Overview of Software Maintenance Testing Approaches
- Regression Test Suite Approach (RTS)
- Heuristic-Based Framework Approach (HBF)
- Keyword-Based Approach (KB)
- Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs) Regression Testing Approach (GUIs-RT)
- Model-Based Approach (MB)
- Result Reviews of Maintenance Testing Approaches
- Result Review I
- Result Review II
- Conclusion
- References
- Measuring Understandability of Aspect-Oriented Code
- Introduction
- Related Work
- Aspect-Oriented Programming with AspectJ
- Dependence Graphs for Aspect-Oriented Software
- Module-Level Dependence Graphs
- Class/Aspect-Level Dependence Graph
- System-Level Dependence Graphs
- Metrics for Understandability
- Module-Level Metrics
- Class/Aspect-Level Metrics
- System-Level Metrics
- An Example
- Conclusion and Future Work
- References
- Aspect Oriented and Component Based Model Driven Architecture
- Introduction
- Related Study
- Model Driven Software Development
- Unified Modeling Language
- Component Based Software Development (CBSD)
- Aspect Oriented Software Development (AOSD)
- Proposed Methodology
- Methodology Implementation of the University Information Resource Scheduling (UIRS)
- Results and Significance
- Conclusion
- References
- Engineering the Development Process for User Interfaces: Toward Improving Usability of Mobile Applications
- Introduction
- Background and Related Works
- Essential Concepts of Usability Engineering
- The Proposed Model
- The Apple iOS Principles for User Interfaces
- The NUI Approach
- Case of Study: iSysCam -Application for Remote Control ofVideo Cameras Using iOS Devices
- The Requirements Phase
- The Use Case Model -Identifying the NUI and GUI Elements
- Conclusions and Future Work
- References
- Lifelong Automated Testing: A Collaborative Framework for Checking Industrial Products Along Their Lifecycle
- Introduction
- Collaborative Model Based Testing
- Test Bench Scripting Language
- Practical Experiments
- Conclusion
- References
- A Comparative Analysis and Simulation of Semicompetitive Neural Networks in Detecting the Functional Gastrointestinal Disorder
- Introduction
- Methods
- Feature Extraction
- Competitive Neural Networks
- Self Organizing Map
- Self Organizing Tree Algorithm
- Self Organizing Mapping Based on Fuzzy Similarity
- ASOMBAR
- Simulation as Calibration
- Discussion
- References
- Networking and Mobiles
- Individuals Identification Using Tooth Structure
- Introduction
- Previous Work
- Hunter-Schreger Bands
- X-Ray
- Computed Tomography
- ProposedSolution
- Image Acquisition
- ROI Selection
- Jaws Segmentation
- Improved Contrast of Dental Films
- Morphological Operation: Hat Transform
- Adaptive and Iterative Threshold
- Tooth Separation
- Features Extraction
- Conclusions and Future Works
- References
- Modeling Interpolated Distance Error for Clutter Based Location Estimation of Wireless Nodes
- Introduction
- Interpolation
- Literature Survey
- Discussion and Review
- Problem Statement
- Experimental Work and Data Analysis
- Conclusion and Limitations
- References
- Mobile and Wireless Access in Video Surveillance System
- Introduction
- Solutions
- Analysis
- Technology Review
- Conclusions and Future Prospects
- References
- A Novel Event-Driven QoS-Aware Connection Setup Management Scheme for Optical Networks
- Introduction
- Related Work
- Description of the Proposed Scheme
- Simulation Study
- Performance Metrics and Benchmarks
- Numerical Results
- Conclusion
- References
- Semantic Data Caching Strategies for Location Dependent Data in Mobile Environments
- Introduction
- Data Caching
- Semantic Caching
- Related Works
- Assumptions and Terminologies
- Valid Scopes
- Valid Scope with Partial Objects
- Proposed Policy
- Answering Nearest Neighbour Queries
- Answering Range Queries
- Cache Replacement
- Experiments
- Conclusion
- References
- Distributed and Parallel Processing
- PDMRTS: Multiprocessor Real-Time Scheduling Considering Process Distribution in Data Stream Management System
- Introduction
- Related Work
- System Specifications
- Proposed DSMS
- Performance Evaluation
- Conclusion
- References
- PFGN: A Hybrid Multiprocessor Real-Time Scheduling Algorithm for Data Stream Management Systems
- Introduction
- Background
- The Proposed Hybrid Multiprocessor Real-Time Scheduling Algorithm
- Performance Evaluation
- Experimental Setup
- Experimental Results
- Related Work
- Conclusion
- References
- Detecting Cycles in Graphs Using Parallel Capabilities of GPU
- Introduction
- Related Work
- Overview of GPU and CUDA
- Thread-Based Cycle Detection Algorithm High Level Design
- Thread-Based Cycle Detection Algorithm Detailed Level Design
- Vertex Filtering
- Vertex Re-indexing
- Parallel Combination Generator
- Virtual Adjacency Matrix
- Check for Cycle Using Linear Scan of Edge Count
- Swaps of Vertices Set Using Quick Permutation
- Approximation Approach Using Permutation Factor (n)
- Experiments and Results
- Approximation Accuracy of the Thread-Based Cycle Detection Algorithm
- Conclusions
- Future Work
- References
- Survey of MPI Implementations
- Introduction
- Literature Review
- MPI Models in C/C++
- MPI Models in Java
- MPI Models in Python
- MPI Models in C#
- MPI Models for Grid Computing
- Comparative Analysis
- C/C++ Models
- Java Models
- Python Models
- C# Models
- Grid Models
- Conclusion
- References
- Mathematical Model for Distributed Heap Memory Load Balancing
- Introduction
- Related Works
- The Proposed Model
- Message Format
- Request Message
- Response Message
- Mathematical Model
- Request for Available Memory
- Experimental Results
- Experimental Results for Homogenous System
- Experimental Results for Heterogeneous System
- Conclusion
- References
- Social Networks
- Effectiveness of Using Integrated Algorithm in Preserving Privacy of Social Network Sites Users
- Introduction to Social Networks
- Privacy Threats of Social Networks
- Profiling Investigation
- Impersonate
- Browse and Search
- Social Network Sites Aggregators
- Digital Dossier of Background Information
- Related Works on Privacy of Social Networks
- How to Minimize Information Disclosure to Adversaries by Using Integrated Algorithm
- K-Anonymity Algorithm
- l-Diversity Algorithm
- Effectiveness of Integrated Algorithm
- Conclusions
- Future Work
- References
- A Web Data Exchange System for Cooperative Work in CAE
- Introduction
- Members for Cooperative Work and Groups in Collaboration
- Recruiting Members through SNS
- Collaboration in the Project Team with SNS
- Data Exchange via a Web Service
- Task Information Server
- Summary
- References
- Online Social Media in a Disaster Event: Network and Public Participation
- Introduction
- Typhoon Morakot
- Functions of Social Media
- Information Dissemination and Networking
- Supplies and Resources Mobilization
- Interviews and Findings
- Discussion
- References
- Qualitative Comparison of Community Detection Algorithms
- Introduction
- Characterization of a Community Structure
- Methods
- Network Generation
- Community Detection
- Results and Discussion
- Properties of the Generated Communities
- Comparison of the Estimated Communities
- Conclusion
- References
- Ontology
- Proof-of-Concept Design of an Ontology-Based Computing Curricula Management System
- Introduction
- Literature Review
- Outcome-Based Curricula
- Ontology
- Methodology
- Conceptualization and Analysis
- Design
- System Development
- Results
- Conclusion
- Contribution
- Limitation
- Future Work
- References
- Automatic Approaches to Ontology Engineering
- Introduction
- Motivations and Goals
- Main Terms and Terminology
- Methodology for Ontology Development
- Ontology Engineering, Evaluation Scenario
- Ontology Matching Solutions
- Ontology Alignment Format
- Ontology Merging
- Modeling Ontology
- OE Testing Tools
- Summary
- References
- The Heritage Trust Model
- Introduction
- Related Work
- Novel Model Requirements
- The Heritage Trust Model
- Possible Relationship Models and Discussion of Their Properties
- Supporting Flexibility by a Graph Model
- Supporting Dynamic by Time Extension
- Supporting Updatability by Proposing Standard Trust Scale
- Standard Trust Scale Definition
- Enabling Comparison of Trust Management Systems
- Fault Avoidance
- Searching for Subgraphs
- Heritage
- Conclusion and Future Work
- References
- Towards Semantically Filtering Web Services Repository
- Introduction
- Overview of Related Work
- The Web Service Discovery Framework
- Filtering the Web Service Registry
- The Filtering Mechanism
- Determining the Relevant Advertisements
- Evaluation and Experimental Results
- Conclusions
- References
- Ontology for Home Energy Management Domain
- Introduction
- Home Appliance Ontology Knowledge Acquisition
- Ontology Implementation
- Semantic Services and Ontology
- Evaluation and Testing
- Conclusions
- References
- Adding Semantic Extension to Wikis for Enhancing Cultural Heritage Applications
- Introduction
- Project Overview
- The CARE Community
- Conceptual Modeling for the Foundational Knowledge
- WikiBridge's Architecture
- Requirements
- Architecture
- Users with Different Skills
- Offering Semantic Tools for Archaeology
- Religious Concepts in the CARE Project
- Modeling Spatial Relationships in Archaeology
- Modeling Temporal Knowledge to Track Evolutions in CARE Project
- Related Works
- Conclusion
- References
- K-CRIO: An Ontology for Organizations Involved in Product Design
- Introduction
- Related Works
- Background
- CRIO Metamodel
- Ontologies and OWL
- Ontology for Human Design Processes
- Example
- Conclusion
- References
- Improving Web Query Processing with Integrating Intelligent Algorithm and XML for Heterogeneous Database Access
- Introduction
- Heterogeneous Database
- XML
- Relational Database into XML
- Proposed Intelligent Algorithm
- Experimental Results
- Prototype Architecture
- Implementation and Results
- Analysis of Proposed Intelligent Algorithm
- Conclusion
- References
- Semantics and Knowledge Management to Improve Construction of Customer Railway Systems
- Introduction
- Problem Description
- The Technical Analysis during Tendering
- Problem Analysis and Needs Identification
- Use Cases
- Model to Support the Technical Analysis of the Customer Demand
- E-MEMORAe2.0
- Implementation Using E-MEMORAe2.0
- Conclusion
- References
- Algorithms
- Blending Planes and Canal Surfaces Using Dupin Cyclides
- Introduction
- Background
- Canal Surfaces
- Dupin Cyclides
- Blending Algorithms between Canal Surfaces and Planes
- Principle of the Methods
- Numerical Examples
- Example 1: Blending a Tube and a Plane Using Algorithm 1
- Example 2: Blending a Coil and a Plane Using Algorithm 2
- Conclusion
- References
- Multimedia
- Avoiding Zigzag Quality Switching in Real Content Adaptive Video Streaming
- Introduction
- Problem Formulation
- Positioning Comparing to Related Work
- Similar Methods
- Comparison with Bandwidth Estimation Techniques
- Comparison with Network Congestion Control
- Zigzag-Avoiding Algorithm Overview
- Algorithm
- Discussion
- ZAAL Complexity
- Experimental Results
- Zigzag Avoidance
- Performance Comparison
- Conclusions and Perspectives
- References
- A Novel Attention-Based Keyframe Detection Method
- Introduction
- Visual Attention
- Spatial Feature Maps
- Temporal Feature Maps
- Facial Feature Maps
- Global Camera Motion
- Contextual Attention
- SCB Extraction and Modeling
- Caption Template Construction
- Modeling the Contextual Attention
- Keyframe Detection
- Key Shot Selection
- Key-Frame Rate Determination
- Key-Frame Selection
- Experimental Results
- Conclusions
- References
- E-Learning
- Evaluating the Effectiveness of Using the Internet for Knowledge Acquisition and Students' Knowledge Retention
- Introduction
- Significance of the Study and Research Objectives
- Literature Review
- Methodology
- Sample Selection
- Research Instrument
- Data Collection
- Data Analysis and Research Findings
- Discussion and Conclusion
- References
- Computer-Based Assessment of Implicit Attitudes
- Introduction
- Research Questions
- Methodology
- Results
- Conclusions and Discussion
- References
- First Electronic Examination for Mathematics and Sciences Held in Poland - Exercises and Evaluation System
- Introduction
- E-Examination
- Exercise and Evaluation System
- Conclusions
- References
- Interactive Environments and Emergent Technologies for eLearning
- How Can ICT Effectively Support Educational Processes? Mathematical Emergency E-Services - Case Study
- Introduction
- Case Study
- Conclusions
- References
- A Feasibility Study of Learning Assessment Using Student's Notes in An On-Line Learning Environment
- Introduction
- Method
- On-Line Learning Courses
- Note-Taking Assessment
- Characteristics of Students
- Text Analysis of the Notes Taken
- Results
- Note-Taking Assessment
- Features of Notes
- Conclusion
- References
- IBS: Intrusion Block System a General Security Module for elearning Systems
- Introduction
- Related Work
- The Problem
- Five Classes of Attacks
- A Common Problem: Non-sanitized Input
- Contribution
- Architecture of IBS
- Workflow of the IBS Interactions
- Installing IBS
- IBS Administration
- Evaluation
- Example of Detection
- Testing the IBS
- Conclusions and Future Work
- References
- Interpretation of Questionnaire Survey Results in Comparison with Usage Analysis in E-Learning System for Healthcare
- Introduction
- Lifelong Learning Program
- Structure of Study Program and the Methods of Educational Organization and Management
- Research Outputs
- Methodology of Research
- Basic Characteristics of the Research Participants
- Description of Behaviour of the Users in the e-Course
- E-Learning
- Discussion
- Conclusion
- References
- Dynamic Calculation of Concept Difficulty Based on Choquet Fuzzy Integral and the Learner Model
- Introduction
- System Architecture
- Methodology
- Parameters
- Knowledge Domain Modeling Using OWL
- Concept Difficulty Calculation Using Choquet Fuzzy Integral
- Numerical Analysis
- Conclusion
- References
- Signal Processing
- Simple Block-Diagonalization Based Suboptimal Method for MIMO Multiuser Downlink Transmission
- Introduction
- Multiuser MIMO System
- Design Method of Multiuser MIMO Downlink System
- Weight Design Problem
- ZF Based Design
- MSINR Based Design
- Simulations
- Simulation Conditions
- Results and Discussions
- Conclusions
- References
- Novel Cooperation Strategies for Free-Space Optical Communication Systems in the Absence and Presence of Feedback
- Introduction
- System Model
- Cooperation in the Absence of Background Radiation
- Cooperation Strategies in the Absence of Feedback
- Performance Analysis
- Cooperation in the Presence of Feedback
- Cooperation in the Presence of Background Radiation
- Numerical Results
- Conclusion
- References
- Hybrid HMM/ANN System Using Fuzzy Clustering for Speech and Medical Pattern Recognition
- Introduction
- HMM Advantages and Drawbacks
- Estimating HMM Likelihoods with ANN
- Motivations for ANN
- Clustering Procedure
- K-Means Algorithm
- Drawbacks of the K-Means Algorithm
- Proposed Clustering Algorithm
- Validation on Speech and Biomedical Signal Classification Paradigm
- Speech Database
- Biomedical Database
- Training and Recognition Model
- Results and Discussion
- Conclusion and Future Work
- References
- Mobile-Embedded Smart Guide for the Blind
- Introduction
- Smart Guide (SG)
- Smart Guide Components
- Smart Guide in a Mobile Environment
- Conclusions
- References
- Information and Data Management
- MMET: A Migration Metadata Extraction Tool for Long-Term Preservation Systems
- Introduction
- Related Work and Motivation
- Quality Data Requirements on Migration
- MMET - Migration Metadata Extraction Tool
- Experiment Results and Evaluation
- Further Discussion
- Conclusion
- References
- RDF2SPIN: Mapping Semantic Graphs to SPIN Model Checker
- Introduction
- An overview of Semantic Graph and Model Checking
- The Mapping
- The Verification with the Model Checker
- Conclusion
- References
- C-Lash: A Cache System for Optimizing NAND Flash Memory Performance and Lifetime
- Introduction
- Background and Related Work
- Basic FTL Schemes
- Advanced FTL Schemes
- Buffering Systems for Flash Storage Media
- C-Lash System Architecture and Design
- C-Lash Architecture
- Write Cache Eviction Policies
- Performance Evaluation
- Simulation Framework and Methodology
- Storage System and Performance Metrics
- Simulated I/O Workloads
- Performed Tests
- Results and Discussion
- Conclusion and Future Work
- References
- Resource Discovery for Supporting Ubiquitous Collaborative Work
- Introduction
- Related Work
- Resource Availability Management System
- RAMS Use Scenario
- RAMS System Architecture
- Resource Description
- Resource Dependencies
- Conclusion and Future Work
- References
- Comparison between Data Mining Algorithms Implementation
- Introduction
- Data Warehouse
- Data Mining Technology
- Database Preparation
- Compressions by Data Iteration
- Data Mining
- Database Classifications
- Naïve Bayes Classifiers
- Nearest Neighbor Classification
- Decision Trees for Classification
- Conclusions
- References
- Role of ICT in Reduction of Poverty in Developing Countries: Botswana as an Evidence in SADC Region
- Introduction
- Definition of Information and Communication Technologies and Poverty Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs)
- Research Questions
- Methodology
- Literature Review
- Presentation of Secondary Data
- ICT Infrastructure and Access in Botswana
- Level of ICT Use in Botswana
- Level of Readiness
- Conclusions and Recommendations
- References
- Personnel Selection for Manned Diving Operations
- Introduction
- Method
- Application
- Conclusion
- References
- Digital Inclusion of the Elderly: An Ethnographic Pilot-Research in Romania
- Introduction
- Theoretical Framework
- The Technological Context of the Research
- Methodological Approach
- The Ethnographic Setting
- Observation and Interviews
- Data Analysis
- Findings and Discussion
- The Training as the Key Point of Digital Inclusion of the Elderly
- Perceived Benefits of the Computer and Internet Usage - Older Users' perspective
- Conclusions
- References
- CRAS: A Model for Information Representation in a Multidisciplinary Knowledge Sharing Environment for Its Reuse
- Introduction
- Related Work
- CRAS Model
- Content Layer
- Reference Layer
- Adaptive Annotated Layer
- Support Layer
- Application Using XML and JSON
- Conclusions and Perspectives
- References
- A Comparative Study on Different License Plate Recognition Algorithms
- Introduction
- The LPD Algorithms
- Dynamic Programming-Based Method
- Hough Transform
- Gabor Transform
- Morphology-Based Algorithm
- Discussions
- Conclusions
- References
- A Tag-Like, Linked Navigation Approach for Retrieval and Discovery of Desktop Documents
- Background
- Introduction
- Current Methods of Browsing Documents and Problems
- Document Properties as the Solution
- Methodology - A Model for Desktop Documents Retrieval and Association
- Metadata Harvesting and Specification
- Index Derivation and Clustering
- Term-Based Documents' Similarity
- The Desktop File Browser
- Evaluation - Hierarchy Navigation vs. Linked-Based Navigation
- Other Similar Works - Semantic Information Management Tools
- Introduction
- SEMEX
- Haystack
- Gnowsis
- Differences with this Research
- Conclusions and Future Work
- References
- Heuristic Approach to Solve Feature Selection Problem
- Introduction
- The Basic Harmony Search Algorithm
- Initialization of Problem and Algorithm Parameters
- Initialization of Harmony Memory
- Improvising a New Harmony
- Checking Stopping Criterion
- Proposed Algorithm
- Solution Encoding
- Initial Population
- Fitness Evaluation, Replacement and Stopping Condition
- Results and Discussion
- Conclusion
- References
- Context-Aware Systems: A Case Study
- Introduction
- Designing Context-Aware Systems
- General Overview
- Context Modeling
- Quality of Context
- Context Reasoning
- Context-Aware Applications
- Case Study: HEP
- Usage Scenario
- Service Design
- Context Modeling
- Context Reasoning
- Future Works
- Conclusion
- References
- Handling Ambiguous Entities in Human-Robot Instructions Using Linguistic and Context Knowledge
- Introduction
- Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- The Proposed Approach
- User-Task Behavior
- Model Knowledge
- NL Processor
- Implementation and Results
- Summary
- References
- Cognitive Design of User Interface: Incorporating Cognitive Styles into Format, Structure and Representation Dimensions
- Introduction
- Background Study
- Related Work
- Impact of Cognitive Overload on Performance
- Research on User Browsing Patterns
- Research on Individual Characteristics and UI Design Use
- Cognitive-Based User Interface Elements
- Experimental Method
- Experimental Design
- Participants
- Experimental Hypotheses
- Tasks and Procedure
- The User Interfaces
- Analysis
- Discussion
- Conclusion
- References
- Communications in Computer and Information Science: The Impact of an Online Environment Reading Comprehension: A Case of Algerian EFL Students
- Introduction
- Related Work
- Online Reading Comprehension
- Software Architecture
- Experimentation
- Materials
- Research Questions
- Procedure
- Statistic Study and Result
- Limitations of the Study
- Discussion
- Conclusion
- References
- Author Index
