It is often desirable to modify the behavior of existing code bases by wrapping or replacing functions. When editing the source code of those functions is a viable option, this can be a straight-forward process. When the source of the functions cannot be edited (e.g., if the functions are provided by the system C library), then alternative techniques are required. Here, we present such techniqu...

a r t i c l e i n f o a b s t r a c t In this paper, we consider the problem of finding-approximate frequent items over a sliding window of size N. A recent work by Lee and Ting (2006) [7] solves the problem by giving an algorithm that supports O (1) query and update time, and uses O (1) space. Their query time and memory usage are essentially optimal, but the update time is not. We give a new ...

This paper presents a revised theory for predicting the sound insulation of double leaf cavity walls that removes an approximation, which is usually made when deriving the sound insulation of a double leaf cavity wall above the critical frequencies of the wall leaves due to the airborne transmission across the wall cavity. This revised theory is also used as a correction below the critical freq...

Polymer-dispersed liquid crystal automated quantification system for vision through polymer-dispersed double-glazed windows: Circuit implementation (PDLC)-windows played an essential role in providing a visual comfort occupants commercial buildings recently. PDLC windows adjust the visible transparency of glazing to control daylight accessed internal environments. A former study proposed algori...

In recent years, Building-Integrated Photovoltaic/Thermal Double-Skin Façade (BIPV/T-DSF) shows great potentials on improving indoor thermal comfort and energy efficiency for buildings. Previous studies assessed both of a BIPV/T-DSF building through the use photovoltaic devices ventilation types BIPV/T-DSF, however, which did not evaluate effect other dominant design parameters BIPV/T-DSF's per...

We consider the Windows Scheduling (WS) problem, which is a restricted version of Unit-Fractions Bin Packing, and it also called Inventory Replenishment in context Supply Chain. In brief, WS problem to schedule use communication channels clients. Each client c i characterized by an active cycle window w . During period time that any given active, there must be at least one transmission from sch...

Reducing energy and associated carbon emissions from the built environment is fundamental to meeting our climate goals. Retrofit of existing buildings therefore a key strategy. Heritage present particular challenges for retrofitting because their traditional construction need retain historic values. Replacing windows often critical element low retrofit, but heritage this can be problematic.This...