In an attempt to meet the stringent time constraints of real time flows, several scheduling algorithms have been proposed in the literature. Among such algorithms, the so-called EDF algorithm is widely known for its optimal ...

A plethora of packet-scheduling algorithms have been proposed in the literature in order to meet the stringent time constraints of real time flows at an IP router level. In this regard, the so-called EDF algorithm attracted ...

Connection availability is considered as a critical metric, when providing differentiated services in WDM mesh networks. Indeed, one of the major concerns of optical network operators is related to improving the availability ...

Zinc oxide (ZnO), a hexagonal n-type semiconductor, has been widely studied because of the ease of changing its properties by doping with selected elements. Although pure ZnO is paramagnetic, many studies confirm that doped ...

This paper proposes a QoS-Aware Optical Connection Setup Management scheme that uses the Earliest Deadline First (EDF) queueing discipline to schedule the setup of the optical connections. The benefits of this EDF-based ...

The low bid method has been the most common competitive bid selection approach used for public projects in the U.S. construction industry. This method is usually coupled with a prequalification process to ensure that the ...

The present research investigates the numerical modelling aspects of unsteady flow in compound channels, with special interest in the "flood plain conveyance" aspects. This is examined through applications of three unsteady ...

Thin walled cylindrical shell structures are widespread in nature: examples include porcupine quills, hedgehog spines and plant stems. All have an outer shell of almost fully dense material supported by a low density, ...