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When network weights have been trained to appropriate values, the NSC is ready to start classifying. The data set to be classified is specified in the same manner as previously used for the training and validation sets. The classifier is applied to data through the use of a menu and generates a list including filenames, suggested class and the neuron outputs from the output layer (used for decision). The result is currently presented in a simple text editor, from which it can be saved and included in other documents. 

As we have mentioned, the particular characterization task considered in this work is to determine attenuation in composite materials. At our hand we have a data acquisition system that can provide us with data from both PE and TT testing. The approach is to treat the attenuation problem as a multivariable regression problem where our target values, y , are the measured attenuation values (at different locations n) and where our input data are the (preprocessed) PE data vectors, u . The problem is to find a function iy = /(ii ), such that i), za jy, based on measured data, the so called training data. 

During training the input layer is adapted as in a regular Kohonen network, i.c., the winning neuron is determined only on the basis of the input values. But in contra.st to the training of a Kohonen network, the output layer is also adapted, which gives an opportunity to use the network for prediction. 

Neural networks have been proposed as an alternative way to generate quantitative structure-activity relationships [Andrea and Kalayeh 1991]. A commonly used type of neural net contains layers of units with connections between all pairs of units in adjacent layers (Figure 12.38). Each unit is in a state represented by a real value between 0 and 1. The state of a unit is determined by the states of the units in the previous layer to which it is connected and the strengths of the weights on these connections. A neural net must first be trained to perform the desired task. To do this, the network is presented with a... 

VR, the inputs correspond to the value of the various parameters and the network is 1 to reproduce the experimentally determined activities. Once trained, the activity of mown compound can be predicted by presenting the network with the relevant eter values. Some encouraging results have been reported using neural networks, have also been applied to a wide range of problems such as predicting the secondary ire of proteins and interpreting NMR spectra. One of their main advantages is an to incorporate non-linearity into the model. However, they do present some problems Hack et al. 1994] for example, if there are too few data values then the network may memorise the data and have no predictive capability. Moreover, it is difficult to the importance of the individual terms, and the networks can require a considerable 1 train. 

Introduction. When only very small quantities of organic materials are available their manipulation must necessarily be carried out on a correspondingly small scale. This occurs frequently in research problems, but small-scale preparative work is often of value to the student because considerable economy of materials and of time can be achieved. It is emphasised, however, that the proper training for the organic chemist must rest upon the correct understanding and thorough practice of the manipulations on the macro-scale already described, and that he should consider small-scale work as a sequel to and not as a replacement of the above standard techniques. 

If students are carefully trained in accurate work, accidents in the laboratory should be of very rare occurrence. Since, however, they can never be entirely eliminated, it is hoped that the First Aid directions given in the Appendix will prove of value, particularly to the junior staff of laboratories, who by virtue of their duties as demonstrators are frequently the first to be called upon to help injured students. 

Many firms tend to staff their technical service efforts with personnel that have experience solely in the particular business involved. It is often of value to consider individuals having experience in related industries, both to provide a different set of skills and to provide a different perspective than that of in-house experts. This is particularly important in the specialty chemicals arena, where formulations experience is generally of paramount importance. This variety of knowledge is often largely experiential, as much of the treatment and behaviors of formulations in the chemical industry are empirical or experience-based rather than quantitatively understood. It is therefore extremely difficult to train personnel ia dealing with the often nebulous aspects of formulations technology. 

To determine the deterioration in component performance and efficiency, the values must be corrected to a reference plane. These corrected measurements will be referenced to different reference planes depending upon the point, which is being investigated. Corrected values can further be adjusted to a transposed design value to properly evaluate the deterioration of any given component. Transposed data points are very dependent on the characteristics of the components performance curves. To determine the characteristics of these curves, raw data points must be corrected and then plotted against representative nondimensional parameters. It is for this reason that we must evaluate the turbine train while its characteristics have not been altered due to component deterioration. If component data were available from the manufacturer, the task would be greatly reduced. 

The torsional resonant response of a system is an interaction of all the components in the train. Calculation of torsional natural frequencies is based on the entire system and these frequencies are valid only for that given arrangement. If any component of the train is replaced by an item with torsional characteristics different from the original, the system tor sional response must be recalculated and new torsional natural frequencies determined. Occasionally, an original equipment manufacturer is requested to calculate the torsional and lateral critical speeds of the supplied item. Unfortunately, the purchaser is unaware that this request is of limited value since the torsional response of a single item in a train is meaningless. Likewise, a torsional shop test will yield meaningless results if the train is not assembled and tested with every item destined for the field. 

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