Digital Information and Communication Technology and Its Applications: International Conference, DICTAP 2011, Dijon, France, June 21-23, 2011, Proceedings

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 SchedulingConsidering 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 BasedSuboptimal 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
			Na\\\"{i}ve 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