Advances in Computing and Communications Part IV First International Conference ACC 2011 Kochi India July 22 24 2011 Proceedings 1st edition by Ajith Abraham, Jaime Lloret Mauri, John Buford 9783642227264 3642227260

Position Papers

Impact of Node Density on Node Connectivity in MANET Routing Protocols

Introduction

Routing Protocols and Performance Metrics

Impact of Node Density on Routing Protocols-Comparative Evaluation

Impact of Node Density on Proactive Routing Protocol

Impact of Node Density in Reactive Routing Protocols

Discussion on MANET Routing Protocols Using Various Performance Metrics

Simulation Result and Observations

Conclusion

References

Survey and Comparison of Frameworks in Software Architecture

Introduction

Evolution of Software Architectural Frameworks

Evolution from 1920’s to 1995

Evolution from 1995 to 2010

Classification and Comparison Criteria

Classification of Frameworks

Comparison Criteria

Evaluation of Various Frameworks

Zachman Framework

NATO Architecture Framework/C4ISR/DODAF

TOGAF

TEAF

FEAF

ISO RM-ODP

Conclusion

References

Two Layered Hierarchical Model for Cognitive Wireless Sensor Networks

Introduction

Related Work

Motivation

Our Contribution

Conclusion

Future Work

References

3D-CGIN: A 3 Disjoint Paths CGIN with Alternate Source

Introduction

Background and Motivation

The Gamma Interconnection Network (GIN)

Cyclic Gamma Interconnection Network (CGIN)

Review of Fault Tolerance Techniques Used in GIN

3D-CGIN: A 3 Disjoint Paths CGIN

Network Architecture of 3D-CGIN

Multiple Disjoint Paths

Routing in 3D-CGIN

Routing Algorithm Considering Fault at Initial Stage

Re-routing Using Destination Tag

Comparison of 3DCGIN with Other Interconnection Networks

Conclusion

References

Architecture for Running Multiple Applications on a Single Wireless Sensor Network: A Proposal

Introduction

Motivation Scenarios

Related Works

Proposed Architecture

System Overview

System Design

Conclusion and Future Works

References

Feature Based Image Retrieval Algorithm

Introduction

Related Works

Overview of CBIR

Overview of Genetic Algorithm

Overview of Neural Network

Block Diagram

Algorithm

Proposed Implementation Methodology

Conclusion

References

Exploiting ILP in a SIMD Type Vector Processor

Introduction

SIMD-Vector Architecture

Proposed Approach for the Vectorization of Instructions for a SIMD Type Vector Processor

Conclusions

References

An Extension to Global Value Numbering

Introduction

Global Value Numbering

Proposed Solution

Conclusion

References

Data Privacy for Grid Systems

Introduction

Background

Architecture

Design Goal

Overview of Our Architecture

Trusted Part

Untrusted Part

Protected Part

The Relations between the Three Parts

Guest VM Boot Process

Evaluation

Hardware Platform

Memory Isolation

Storage

Network

Guest VM Boot Process

Virtual Devices

Related Work

Conclusion

References

Towards Multimodal Capture, Annotation and Semantic Retrieval from Performing Arts

Introduction

Related Work

MPEG7 Based Dance Semantics Retrieval

Need for Automatic Multimodal Annotation

Architecture for Multimodal Dance Information System

Conclusion

References

A New Indian Model for Human Intelligence

Introduction

Methodology

Existing Models for Human Intelligence

The Different Types of Human Thought Processes Described in Indian Texts and Philosophy

The Human Brain vs Machine Intelligence

The Biological Basis of These Different Thought Processes

A New Model for Human Intelligence

Conclusions and Future Directions

References

Stepping Up Internet Banking Security Using Dynamic Pattern Based Image Steganography

Introduction

Internet Banking

Threats in Internet Banking

Existing Techniques for Handling Attacks in Internet

Proposed Method Using Dynamic Pattern Image Steganography Algorithm

Behavior of Common Attacks in the Stego-Layer Method

Detection of Tampered Stego Images

Comparison of Stego-Layer Method with Existing Standard Cryptographic Algorithm

Conclusion

References

A Combinatorial Multi-objective Particle Swarm Optimization Based Algorithm for Task Allocation in D

Introduction

Multi-objective Task Allocation Problem

Nomenclature

Problem Statement

Combinatorial MOSPO Algorithm for MOTAP

Particle Representation

Fitness Evaluation

Velocity and Position Updation

Selection of Pijt and PiG

Repository Updation

Experimental Study

Dataset

Experimental Environment

Result and Analysis

Conclusion

References

Enhancement of BARTERCAST Using Reinforcement Learning to Effectively Manage Freeriders

Introduction

Existing Solutions

Comparison of Existing Solutions

Proposed Solution

Q-Learning

Q-Learning Applied in BARTERCAST

Algorithm for Learning Approach in BARTERCAST

Illustrating the Algorithm

Q-Table Creation and Initialization

Q-Value Updation and Reward Calculation

Behavior Analysis

Result Analysis

Simulation Scheme

Conclusion

References

A Novel Approach to Represent Detected Point Mutation

Introduction

Motivation

Existing Methods

Proposed Solution

Method of Implementation

Computation of Input to the Representation Algorithm

Sample Representation

Graph-Based Data Mining

Performance Enhancement through Parallelism

Result

Conclusion

Future Work

References

Anonymous and Secured Communication Using OLSR in MANET

Introduction

Existing Approaches

Necessity for Achieving Anonymity and Security

Security Architecture of the Proposed System

Four Way Handshaking Using HIP

OLSR

Advantages of the Proposed Solution

Conclusion and Future Scope

References

Bilingual Translation System for Weather Report (For English and Tamil)

Introduction

Proposed Work

Parameters for Testing

Results

Conclusion

References

Design of QRS Detection and Heart Rate Estimation System on FPGA

Introduction

Basics of Wavelet Transform Approach

Discrete Wavelet Transform

Fast Wavelet Transform

Discrete Wavelet Transform

Spline Dyadic Wavelets

Quadratic Spline Function

“Algorithme a Trous”

Algorithm and Implementation

Zero Crossing Detection

Detection of R Peaks

Rate Determination

Implementation

Results

Conclusions

References

Multi-document Text Summarization in E-learning System for Operating System Domain

Introduction

Proposed Work

User Authentication

Query Answering System

Parameters for Testing

Results

Conclusion

References

Improving Hadoop Performance in Handling Small Files

Introduction

Background

MapReduce

Hadoop Distributed File System

The Small Files Problem

Impact on HDFS

Impact on MapReduce

Why Are the Small Files Produced?

Significance of Small Files Problem

Existing Solutions

Hadoop Archives

Sequence Files

Proposed Solution

Conclusion

Future Work

References

Studies of Management for Dynamic Circuit Networks

Introduction

Dynamic Circuit Network

The GMPLS Control Plane

The Management Plan

Traffic Engineering

Conclusion

References

International Workshop on Identity: Security, Management and Applications (ID 2011)

Game Theoretic Approach to Resolve Energy Conflicts in Ad-Hoc Networks

Introduction

MANET

Game Theory Approach

Topology

Algorithm

Setting Up a Dedicated Path

Identifying the Cheating Node

Implementation

Conclusion

References

Software Secureness for Users: Significance in Public ICT Applications

Introduction

National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (NREGS)

State of Software Sources and Data Formats

Secureness through Access to Sources

Secureness through Adherence to Data Standards

A Framework That Indicates Secureness of Software

Software Monitoring Application with Enhanced Secureness

Conclusion

References

Vector Space Access Structure and ID Based Distributed DRM Key Management

Introduction

Preliminaries

Common Components in DRM System

Certificate-Based Vs. Identity-Based Cryptography

Secret Sharing Schemes

Protocol

Overview of the Proposed DRM Architechture

Overview of the Proposed Key Distribution

Secure Delivery of Content Key

Security Analysis

Performance Analysis

Conclusion

References

Multiple Secrets Sharing with Meaningful Shares

Introduction

Related Work

(2,2) Visual Cryptography Scheme

Hou’s Scheme

The Proposed Scheme

Encryption

Data Extraction

Method Extension

Analysis

Security Analysis

Performance Analysis

Experimental Results

Conclusions

References

On Estimating Strength of a DDoS Attack Using Polynomial Regression Model

Introduction

Polynomial Regression Model

Detection of Attacks

Experimental Setup and Performance Analysis

Model Development

Results and Discussion

Conclusion and Future Work

References

Finding New Solutions for Services in Federated Open Systems Interconnection

Introduction

Federated Services Challenges

User Authentication and Authorization

Trust Establishment

Trusted Computing

AuthN with Private Key Protection

Attestation (Platform Authentication)

Assessment: Trusted Platform Module vs. Existing AuthN Types

Conclusion

References

Duplicate File Names-A Novel Steganographic Data Hiding Technique

Introduction

Related Work

Hiding Information on Storage Devices

Requirements

Application Scenario

Hiding On Floppy Disk

The Process of Hiding

The Process of Detection and Recovery

Renaming Method of Detection

Conclusion and Future Work

References

A Framework for Securing Web Services by Formulating an Collaborative Security Standard among Prevai

Introduction

Web Service Model

SOAP

WSDL

UDDI

Security Issues

Confidentiality

Authentication

Authorization

Non-Repudiation

Availability

Integrity

Proposed Security Framework Including Formulation of Collaborative Standards

Security Framework

Collaborative Security Standard

WS-* Security Standards

WS-Policy

WS-SecurityPolicy

WS-Security

WS-SecureConversation

WS-Trust

WS-Federation

Collaboration of WS-* Security Standards

Scenarios of Security Challenges and Technological Solutions

Evaluation Process

Conclusion

References

Improved Web Search Engine by New Similarity Measures

Introduction

Related Word

Similarity Measure as Inner dot Product

Cosine Similarity Measure

User Personalization

Click-through Data

Click-through Data Structure

Capturing and Storing Click-through Data

Ranking and Re-ranking

Experimental Setup

Conclusion and Future Work

References

International Workshop on Applications of Signal Processing (I-WASP 2011)

Recognition of Subsampled Speech Using a Modified Mel Filter Bank

Introduction

Computing MFCC of Subsampled Speech

Proposed Filter Bank

Experimental Results

Comparison Using Pearson Correlation Coefficient

Speech Recognition Experiments

Conclusion

References

Tumor Detection in Brain Magnetic Resonance Images Using Modified Thresholding Techniques

Introduction

Materials

Methodology

Modified Fuzzy Thresholding

Modified Minimum Error Thresholding

Results and Discussion

Modified Fuzzy Thresholding

Modified Minimum Error Thresholding

Performance Measure

Conclusion

References

Generate Vision in Blind People Using Suitable Neuroprosthesis Implant of BIOMEMS in Brain

Introduction

Image Acquisition and Processing

Adaptive Network Using VLSI

Visual Evoked Potential

Conclusion

References

Undecimated Wavelet Packet for Blind Speech Separation Using Independent Component Analysis

Introduction

Blind Speech Separation

Problem Formulation

FastICA Algorithm

Undecimated Wavelet Packet

Wavelet Transform

The Undecimated Wavelet Packet

The Proposed Method

Preprocessing Module

Separation Module

Results and Evaluation

Conclusion

References

A Robust Framework for Multi-object Tracking

Introduction

Proposed Framework

Multi-object Tracking

Object Appearance Modelling

Detection of Object Correspondence

Experimental Results

Conclusion

References

SVM Based Classification of Traffic Signs for Realtime Embedded Platform

Introduction

System Overview

ROI Selection

Shape Classification Using SVM

Pattern Classification

Training Non-linear SVM for Shape Classification and Pattern Recognition

Experimental Results

Conclusion

References

A Real Time Video Stabilization Algorithm

Introduction

Feature Extraction and Matching

Corner Features

Edge Based Template Matching

Motion Estimation and Compensation

Motion Estimation

Motion Compensation

Experimental Results

Conclusions

References

Object Classification Using Encoded Edge Based Structural Information

Introduction

Vehicle Detection in Daytime

Edge Feature Analysis Using DHWT

Representation of Object Edge Properties Using DHWT

Contour Suppression

Run Length Encoding

Structure Encoding in Run length Code

Classification

Profile Based Classification

Run Length Based Classification

Comparative Analysis

Performance Evaluation

Experimental Results

Profile Based Classification

Run Length Code Based Classification

Comparative Analysis

Parametric Analysis

Conclusions and Summary

References

Real Time Vehicle Detection for Rear and Forward Collision Warning Systems

Introduction

Algorithm Description – Forward Vehicles

ROI Selection

Profiling

Grouping of Edges

False Detections

Algorithm Description –Passing Vehicles

Tracking

Experiments

Highway Road Condition

Normal City Condition

Conclusions

References

PIN Generation Using Single Channel EEG Biometric

Introduction

Methodology

Pre-processing

Classification

Results

Conclusion

References

International Workshop on Cloud Computing: Architecture, Algorithms and Applications (CloudComp 2011

A Framework for Intrusion Tolerance in Cloud Computing

Introduction

Related Work

The Framework

Overview of Framework

Framework Components

Framework Validation

Simulation Environment

Simulation Results

Conclusion and Future Work

References

Application of Parallel K-Means Clustering Algorithm for Prediction of Optimal Path in Self Aware Mo

Introduction

Previous Work

Map-Reduce for Determining Clusters and K-Means Clustering Algorithm

K-Mean Clustering Algorithm

Previous Result and Analysis

Simulation Result

Identifying Link Stability

Comparison of the Results

Conclusion

References

Clouds’ Infrastructure Taxonomy, Properties, and Management Services

Introduction

Cloud Evolution

Related Work

Organization of the Paper

Taxonomy of the Cloud

Cloud Infrastructure Taxonomy

Virtual Control Center

Factors Affecting Management Services

Deriving Self-managed Services

Multi-tier Application Scenario at the Cloud

Identifying Management Services

Conclusion and Research Agenda

References

A Deduced SaaS Lifecycle Model Based on Roles and Activities

Introduction

Related Works

SaaS Software Ecosystem

Deducing Approach

Roles and Activities

Clustering Algorithm

Deducing Results

Conclusions and Future Works

References

Towards Achieving Accountability, Auditability and Trust in Cloud Computing

Introduction

A Trust-Related Scenario

Complexities Introduced by Cloud’s Elasticity

Challenges Introduced by Virtualisation

Logging from Operating System Perspective vs. Logging from File-Centric Perspective

Live and Dynamic Systems

Scale, Scope and Size of logging

Achieving an Accountable Cloud

Phases of Cloud Accountability

Cloud Accountability Abstraction Layers

Foreseeable Research Challenges

Technical Approaches to Increasing Accountability

Policy Approaches to Increasing Accountability

Related Research

Governance, Risk Management and Compliance (GRC) Stack of the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) [34]

CSC and National Institute of Standards and Technology

HP Labs – Cloud and Security Lab

University of Pennsylvania

HyTrust Appliance [12]

Data and Workflow Provenance Research [17]

Concluding Remarks

References

Cloud Computing Security Issues and Challenges: A Survey

Introduction

Cloud Computing Definition and Features

Definition

Characteristics

Cloud Computing Service Model

Cloud Deployment Models

Security Issues Associated with the Cloud

Security Issues Based on the Delivery and Deployment Model of Cloud

Security Challenges

Service –Level Agreement

Authentication and Identity Management

Data- Centric Security and Protection

Trust Management

Access Control and Accounting

Conclusion

References

A Deadline and Budget Constrained Cost and Time Optimization Algorithm for Cloud Computing

Introduction

Novel Service Computing Framework-RAINBOW

Motivations and Related Work

Resource Allocation in Clouds

Cost and Time Optimization Algorithm

Experimental Framework

Time Complexity

Conclusion and Future Work

References

International Workshop on Multimedia Streaming (MultiStreams 2011)

A Bit Modification Technique for Watermarking Images and Streaming Video

Introduction

Image Watermarking

Bit Modification Image Watermarking at High Bit Index

Experimental Results and Discussion

Robustness of Watermark to Noise

Discussion

Conclusion

References

Efficient Video Copy Detection Using Simple and Effective Extraction of Color Features

Introduction

Proposed Scheme

Fingerprint Extraction

Fingerprint Matching

Experimental Results

Experiment 1: Detection Accuracy

Experiment 2: Detection Efficiency

Conclusion

References

Mobile Video Service Disruptions Control in Android Using JADE

Introduction

Basic Ideas of Our Agent Based Control Mechanism

The Service Disruption Problem and Our Solution

Experimental Results

Conclusions and Future Work

References

Performance Analysis of Video Protocols over IP Transition Mechanisms

Introduction

Background

Related Works

Network Setup

Traffic Generating and Monitoring Tools

Experimental Design

Results

Discussion and Conclusion

References

Performance Comparison of Video Protocols Using Dual-Stack and Tunnelling Mechanisms

Introduction

Background

Related Works

Network Setup

Traffic Generating and Monitoring Tools

Experimental Design

Results Analysis

Discussion and Conclusion

References

IPTV End-to-End Performance Monitoring

Introduction

IPTV Architecture

Super Headend (SHE) and Video Hub Office (VHO)

Core Network

Access Network

Home Network

Need for Performance Monitoring and Its Benefits

QoS for IPTV

Approach for Monitoring

Monitoring Points and Methodology

System Integration

Correlation Engine

Unified dashboard

Performance Metrics

QoE in IPTV

QoE Estimation

Conclusion

References

A Color Image Encryption Technique Based on a Substitution-Permutation Network

Introduction

Encryption Process

Matrix Transformation

Pixel Diffusion

Permutation

Experimental Results

Visual Test

Information Entropy Analysis

Cross–Correlation

Net Pixel Change Rate

Unified Average Change in Intensity

Key Space and Sensitivity Analysis

Key Space Analysis

Decryption Key Sensitivity

Encryption Key Sensitivity

Plaintext Sensitivity

Ciphertext Sensitivity

Efficiency Analysis

Conclusion

References

Second International Workshop on Trust Management in P2P Systems (IWTMP2PS 2011)

Comment on the Improvement of an Efficient ID-Based RSA Mutlisignature

Introduction

Review of Harn-Ren Scheme

PKG

Multisignature Generation

Multisignature Verification

Yang et al. Attack and Improvement

Yang et al.’s Forgery Attack I

Yang et al.’s Improvement

Our Comment

Erratum to Harn-Ren Scheme

Security Analysis of Improvement Scheme

Conclusion

References

A Secure Routing Protocol to Combat Byzantine and Black Hole Attacks for MANETs

Introduction

Related Work

Dynamic Key Management Mechanism

Secure Auto Configuration Mechanism

Key Management Scheme

Trust Estimator Technique

Enhanced Routing

Simulation Result and Observation

Conclusion

References

A Convertible Designated Verifible Blind Multi-signcryption Scheme

Introduction

The Proposed Scheme

Discussion

Security Analysis

Attacks for Parametre Reduction

Forgery Attack

Performance Evaluation

Conclusion

References

Middleware Services at Cloud Application Layer

Introduction

Scope of the Paper and Related Work

Middleware Services of Application Layer

Adaptability

Resilience

Scalability

Availability

Reliability

Security and Privacy

Summary of Services Interdependency

Services Interaction for Multi-tier Application in the Cloud

Application Architecture in the Cloud and Types of Middleware

Middleware Services Interaction

Discussion, Conclusion, and Research Direction

References

Attribute Based Anonymity for Preserving Privacy

Introduction

Related Work

Proposed Work

Attribute Combination Based Generalization

Information Loss

Complexity

Conclusions and Future Work

References

An Anonymous Authentication and Communication Protocol for Wireless Mesh Networks

Introduction

Related Work

WMN Security Architecture

Access Network Security

Backbone Network Security

The Key Distribution Protocol

Server Initiated Key Management Protocol

The Privacy and Anonymity Protocol

Performance Evaluation

Conclusion and Future Work

References

Data Dissemination and Power Management in Wireless Sensor Networks

Introduction

Related Works

System Model and Assumptions

Data Dissemination and Power Management Protocol (DDPM)

Initialization Phase

Data Dissemination Process

Performances Evaluation

Energy Consumption

Response Time

Conclusion

References

Performance Evaluation of ID Assignment Schemes for Wireless Sensor Networks

Introduction

Related Work

Performance Evaluation

Simulation Results

Energy Consumption

Communication Overhead

Impact of Packet Size on Energy Consumption

Impact of Packet Size on Communication Overhead

Conclusions

References

Author Index