A scheduler for delay-based service differentiation among AF classes

in Tsang, D.; Kühn, P. (Eds.) Broadband Communications - Convergence of Network Technologies (1999, November)

In the Differentiated Services (DS) framework, service differentiation is performed among the aggregates (collection of one or more microflows) rather than among the microflows (data stream pertaining to ... [more ▼]

In the Differentiated Services (DS) framework, service differentiation is performed among the aggregates (collection of one or more microflows) rather than among the microflows (data stream pertaining to a single connection). We analyse three quality metrics namely bandwidth, loss and delay (that might be used for defining a service differentiation at a DS node) on two criteria 1) service differentiation should be respected at all loads and 2) service provision at aggregate level should scale down to microflow level without being microflow aware. We find that bandwidth requires microflow aware management, loss lacks in simplicity (though it satisfies the criterion # 2), and delay is the right candidate. Ensuring better delays at an aggregate level also means ensuring better delays for all the included micro flows, and additionally it is easier to define a scheduler that can adapt itself to the relative loads of the aggregates so that relative delays between aggregate are preserved at all loads. Our objective is to provide relative quantification service in DiffServ by a delay-based scheduler while satisfying both criteria. Delay is also a meaningful QoS parameter for both interactive real-time applications and TCP applications, since the mean TCP throughput is roughly inversely proportional to the RTT. We, therefore, develop a scheduler for Assured Forwarding (AF) PHB where service differentiation among aggregates is based on delays. We provide simulation results that prove that relative delays among aggregates are perfectly respected at all loads. [less ▲]

Etude des contaminations alimentaires des produits de transformation du mil (farine et couscous) au niveau des marchés de Dakar.

in Actes de l'Atelier International : "Les petites industries agro-alimentaire pour une nutrition saine en afrique de l'Ouest". (1999, November)

Cinétique d’acidification de la farine de mil par 2 souches de Lactobacillus plantarum, une souche de Lactobacillus fermentum et Pediococcus sp.

in Actes de l'Atelier International : "Les petites industries agro-alimentaire pour une nutrition saine en afrique de l'Ouest" (1999, November)

Crise familiale et tribunal : quelle urgence pour l'expert?

in Revue Française et Francophone de Psychiatrie et de Psychologie Médicale (1999), 32

Evaluation of frequency and type of errors detected by a computerized record and verify system during radiation treatment

in Radiotherapy & Oncology (1999), 53(2), 149-54

Background: Computerized record and verify systems (RVS) have been introduced to improve the precision of radiation treatment delivery. These systems prevent the delivery of ionizing radiations when the ... [more ▼]

Background: Computerized record and verify systems (RVS) have been introduced to improve the precision of radiation treatment delivery. These systems prevent the delivery of ionizing radiations when the settings of the treatment machine do not match the intended parameters within some maximal authorized deviation. Purpose: To assess the potential alteration of the frequency of errors associated with the use of RVS during radiation treatment delivery. Materials and methods: The software of the RVS was altered in order to record the settings actually used for radiation treatment delivery whereas the verification function was suppressed. At the end of the study period, the settings used during daily administration of radiation treatment were compared to the parameters recorded in the RVS using the computer. They were also compared with the planned ones written in the patient treatment chart. Results: Out of the 147 476 parameters examined during the study period, 678 (0.46%) were set erroneously. At least one error occurred in 628 (3.22%) of the 19 512 treated fields. An erroneous parameter was introduced in the RVS memory in 22 (1.17%) of the 1885 fields. Conclusions: RVS has the potential to improve precision of radiation treatment delivery by detecting a significant number of setting errors. However, excessive confidence in RVS could lead to repeated errors as there is a potential for the entry of erroneous parameters into the RVS memory. [less ▲]

Mid-term follow-up after multiple system organ failure following cardiac surgery in children.

in Acta Paediatrica (1999), 88(11), 1238-43

Multiple system organ failure after cardiac surgery in children is a severe complication with unknown mid- and long-term sequelae. We therefore evaluated 11 children (aged 20-126 mo, median: 67 mo) having ... [more ▼]

Multiple system organ failure after cardiac surgery in children is a severe complication with unknown mid- and long-term sequelae. We therefore evaluated 11 children (aged 20-126 mo, median: 67 mo) having survived multiple system organ failure after cardiac operations for congenital cardiac defects in a cross-sectional follow-up study 12-76 mo (median: 32 mo) after surgery. Clinical and laboratory examinations included cardiac, pulmonary, renal, hepatic, neurological and psychological function tests. All patients had adequate cardiac function. Lung mechanics were abnormal in three children and glomerular renal function was abnormal in two patients. Slight elevation of gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase and coagulation factor deficiency was present in six and seven patients, respectively (five of whom had undergone the Fontan operation). Severe neurological sequelae such as diplegia (n = 1) and mental retardation (n = 1) were observed in two patients. In addition, five children presented delayed motor, graphomotor and/or speech development. Two children were found to have abnormal intelligence. We conclude that with the exception of neurological impairment, mid-term sequelae of multiple system organ failure after cardiac surgery in children are mild. However, longer follow-up using an appropriate control group is mandatory. [less ▲]

Influence of Silicon and Aluminium Contents on the Phase Transformations During the Heat-Treatment of TRIP-assisted Multiphase Steels

in Mideat, S. J.; Pfaffmann, G. D. (Eds.) Proceedings of the International Symposium in honor of Prof. G. Krauss, 19th Heat Treating Society Conference (1999, November)

Approche cognitive de la mémoire de travail

Scientific conference (1999, November)

Les portails occidentaux de la cathédrale de Strasbourg: une oeuvre d'Albert le Grand?

Conference (1999, October 29)

Séminaire de thèse

Scientific conference (1999, October 29)