Data Definition and 998 Threads

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    I Standard deviation of data after data treatment

    I was given the averages (AVG) and the corresponding standard deviation (SD) of sets of data. I have no copy of the raw data for each data point that were used to calculate the AVG and SD. I performed further data treatment on the data. I want to ask what is the relationship between the...
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    Millikan's experiment -- data confusion

    Homework Statement Hi guy I am having a real issue trying to find the fundamental charge from my data. So here is the background. Basically I carried out and experiment where we measured an oil droplet the was floating a specific voltage by taking the measurement of 12 oil droplets and...
  3. pairofstrings

    Establish connection between web app and stand-alone app

    Homework Statement Transfer data from stand-alone application written in C/++/# to web application written in C#.NET. Transfer data from web application written in C#.NET to stand-alone application written in C/++/#. Homework Equations The stand-alone application runs on my PC and the web...
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    Missing precipitation data (hydrology)

    Homework Statement Develop a hydrograph (rainfall intensity vs time) for the precipitation data . Then , estimate the amount of gauge X if there adjacent station precipitation amount of A , B and C are 42.4 , 35.3 and 38.4 respetively . Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution So , i...
  5. FallenApple

    Studying How to learn Topological Data Analysis

    It's a really interesting idea. I think I want to eventually add this to my toolbox. But how? I've heard it uses ideas from algebraic topology. But how much of theoretical topology do I actually need to learn? Are proofs important? I don't care about developing the algorithms from scratch. I...
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    Instantaneous velocity calculation from position data

    Hello Forum, Given position and related time data, what is the most correct way to calculate the instantaneous speed? For example, given the data (x1, t1) , (x2, t2), (x3, t3) , (x4, t4), (x5, t5), is the instantaneous speed at time t3 given more correctly by v(t_3) = \frac{(x_4-x_2)}...
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    Why does VFD cable data sheet show Inductance, Capacitance?

    Can someone point me to an understanding of why VFD rated cable include Inductance and Capacitance? For example, Belden cable 29504 shows impedance, inductance, capacitance between conductors, capacitance between conductor and sheild, and DC resistance. Is there a VFD motor calculation that is...
  8. S

    Programs Which online data science masters to consider

    I’m looking into enrolling in a part-time online data science-related masters program, and am looking for suggestions/feedback on which ones to consider.Some might consider those a waste of time and money and I can just self study, but given that, I would like to still pursue this to get a...
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    A What software and equipment do I need to view scanned surface data?

    Hello everyone, I just had a question for you all. I am trying to use a laser to scan a particular surface. What software or data retrieval tool would I need in order to view the surface in question after scanning it with a laser? Also, what wavelength and wattage would you suggest for getting...
  10. FallenApple

    A Detecting a Torus in a data cloud

    Would the following method work? I could uniformly distribute points into the data cloud. Of the "darts" that I threw in, create edges between all points with a metric value under a certain amount. The nodes in the resulting graph that have more neighbors would indicate greater density. I could...
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    Data logger for static charge meter

    Hello, I have just bought the static charge meter, Keyence SK-1000. Analog output is sent through two small cables denoted as: 1. Analog output (surface potential). 2. Analog output GND. The analog output can be set to one of the following values: NONE (OFF), -5 to +5V, 0V to 5V, 1V to 5V, 4mA...
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    What is the correct method for finding the 60th percentile of grouped data?

    Homework Statement I am asked to find the 60th percentile of this question , so i found that 30 x 0.6 = 18 , So , the 60th percentile is the 18th term ? Or 19th term ? I am confused . I know whether it's 18th or 19th , it's still the same . I just want to get my concept correct Homework...
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    I Finding value of parameters to fit some data

    The problem is the following : I have some measured data's obtained when measuring a physical process. Let's call these : yE,L where E and L are 2 physical parameters of the experiment (an energy and a length). I also know that : $$\frac{y_{E,L}}{\sum_{k=1} ^{k=100} {\epsilon_{E,L} (k * v) *...
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    Resistors in Series - Lab data confusion

    Homework Statement (see my attached photo to better understand where I am coming from!) So after some research, I've discovered that the current at different points in a simple series circuit is supposed to be the same value, and that the voltage is supposed to be different values. I...
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    Resistors in Series - Lab data confusion

    Hi guys! (see my attached photo to better understand where I am coming from!) So after some research, I've discovered that the current at different points in a simple series circuit is supposed to be the same value, and that the voltage is supposed to be different values. I performed a lab on...
  16. RJLiberator

    I What is the best source for COBE/WMAP/PLANCK mission data on the early universe?

    I have a tool that assesses data in latitude/longitude/"data" format as to whether the data is clustered or if there is a pattern and to what scale. I would like to assess some of the COBE/WMAP/PLANCK data regarding the very early universe. I got this idea after being in lecture and an image...
  17. Hercuflea

    Python Insert data into excel, calculate+retrieve data using Python

    Hello, I currently have a Google Sheets document that I want to run some analysis on. The document is very formula- heavy (not just raw data). It takes a set of input numbers and does some computations and gives me an important output number at the bottom of the spreadsheet. These computations...
  18. cpscdave

    MySQL: Best way to warehouse older data

    Hi everyone, I have a MySQL DB with a couple of large tables (a couple hundred million rows). Each row has a timestamp associated with it. Since this is just historical data, and not needed we want to copy older data into another database, and then delete the copied records. I've written a...
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    I Data from Normal D is Uncorrelated?

    Hi All, I am looking at the page http://www.visiondummy.com/2014/04/geometric-interpretation-covariance-matrix/ In which White Noise in 2D is defined as the/a graph of uncorrelated data, so that the associated co. It is sassociated covariance matrix is the identity. It is stated at one point...
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    How to Linearize Data for Solar System Motion Analysis?

    Hi, I'm supposed to linearize this set of data: "Below is a data set which includes information about the motion of the objects in the solar system. Note: the periods are listed in Earth years (time it takes the Earth to complete one orbit around the Sun) and the average distances are reported...
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    Fortran Program that reads data from a file and calculates the mean?

    Hi everyone. I'm trying to write a program that reads data from 2 files and then calculates the mean, standard deviation and standard error of both files (separate values for each). I'm struggling to get my head around simple I/O, so excuse the poor attempt, but this is what I have so far: (I'm...
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    Physics Transitioning from teaching to Data science

    Hi all! First of all I am sorry about (grammatical ,etc) mistakes that I maybe do but english is not my first language. I am physics teacher in Greece holding a B.Sc. in Physics and a M.Sc. in Physics teaching. After 3 years of professional teaching I would like to start working in another...
  23. franciobr

    Python Python workflow for experimental data analysis

    Hello! I have been using python for my data analysis and processing needs as an experimental physicist for an year now. I have used MATLAB and originpro before and python provides me everything I need. But I am not satisfacted with my worflow specifically for plotting needs. I often find myself...
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    Segway for Presentation: SQl Server/Database and Data Mining

    Hi All, I need to do a presentation in the subject areas of SQL Server, general Database into the area of Data Mining for a job interview. Any Ideas? First thought is the use of SSAS ( Analysis Service) and SSDT ( Data Tools) from SQL Server in Data Mining. But this does not seem...
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    A Data needed for fall off of weak interaction vrs distance

    I'm trying to find measurements for the weak interaction at various distances. Any suggests for search terms or relevant paper would be appreciated. Thanks, Dan
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    MATLAB Weighting data points with fitted curve in Matlab

    Hi all, I'm currently in the middle of performing an experiment for the final project of my MSc, and I have a question about how I should go about weighting the data when fitting a curve to it using the MATLAB fitting tool. Firstly, a bit of background about the problem. I am seeing how low...
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    I Max and min values -- Finding them in a data set

    I have some data collected from experiment and I want to calculate the max and min values for this data. Please note that these data not a result of function. What is the best mathematical way to get the max and min without just picking them by directly observation.
  28. Kevin McHugh

    Satellite temperature data vs ground based data

    I've read in the popular media that there is a difference between the two. Is this true, and if so, why?
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    B Can Kepler Data and Machine Learning Discover Habitable Exoplanets?

    hello everyone anyone knows if this research is made? imagine you have available the data from the kepler telescope to search exoplanet, create a training set of data based on the concept of find exo planet , calculate their orbit and try to design the virtual exo solar sistem , understand the...
  30. Ackbach

    MHB Data Science and Systems Integration Blog Post

    Really excited about this blog post by yours truly. Wineman Technology is going places!
  31. Cota

    Accelerometer data interpretation

    Hello, this is my first experience in this forum. :) I was wondering if someone can help me understanding my accelerometer data installed in a project consisting in an object that is dropped in the air from an altitude of approximately 1000 meters. The descent is controlled by a parachute...
  32. HumanistEngineer

    A Advanced Data Fitting - More than Simple Regressions

    Hello All, I want to improve myself in data fitting in order to derive new equations for the data from experimental results and/or performance analysis. I am an engineering researcher and since I found some out-of-world formulations derived from performance data, I need to learn this advanced...
  33. drgibbles

    Processor and Memory data alignment with base pointers?

    Hello, working on a puzzle and I think this may be what I need to do to solve it. I have a long string of characters,752 total with the range 0-9 and a-f. I believe that the data needs to be aligned based off the processor and memory. The Cpu is at 2800MHz and the memory is 1024MB. Is there a...
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    I Bayes again - how to interpret in vitro genotoxicity data

    Hello, yesterday at work there was a discussion about genotoxicity testing, and a point caused some controversy. I wonder if you could shed some light, please. To give you some context: we work in drug discovery, and before a substance can be administered to people, we need to check that it's...
  35. R

    I How to determine energy savings from weather and usage data

    I bought a Nest thermostat a few months ago and I wanted to figure out how much energy it has statistically saved me. I have my usage data going back four years (I track the utilities to split with roommates) and I can find the historical weather data for my area for each day of the month. One...
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    Calculating the mass of water from Temperature and Heat Added

    Homework Statement Find the mass of water in this container when given a data plot of temperature (C) and Heat Added (kJ) I have NO idea where to even start with this.
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    Importance of Data in the Energy Industry

    Good day to all! I'm not a bot or spam either. I just want to inquire about an energy cost saving system. Electric demand charges mostly in business. That's why cutting down our usage costs is a priority. Any idea about a solution that will help us keep an eye on our utility bill, processing and...
  38. R

    Statistical weighting of data to improve fitting

    Homework Statement I am trying to perform a weighted fit of a data set ##(x,y)## shown below. The only information I have are the two vectors ##x## and ##y## and the uncertainty present in the ##y## values (##=0.001##). Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution Statistical weighting of...
  39. ORF

    Best way of copying same data to several drives?

    Hello I would like to copy a huge amount of data (10-20TB) to 5-10 hdd (internal/external). I thought about using the usual "cp/rsync" utilities, but it will take a long time. After a quick search, I found this unix utility...
  40. J

    Pointer to data wanted please -- looking for a primer on phased array radar

    Fair warning: I can handle basic physics stuff, but probably nothing post-collegiate. :) Specifically, I'm looking for a primer on phased array radar that will tell me two things: 1) what are the practical physical (antenna) requirements for running a PAR system in the 800MHz/5GHz bands, and 2)...
  41. R

    B Viability of log-log transformation for some data

    I have taken AP Statistics, and this is for the final project. What we have learned consists of some simple significant tests (t test, z test for proportions, two sample tests, chi squared, and logarithmic transforms). My partner and I are considering creating a scatter plot of distance between...
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    A Calculate Third Octave Band Response from Narrowband Data

    I have a signal that I am able to calculate through an acoustic model for airfoil noise. I am told that the model solves for a narrowband frequency response, however, my measurement data is provided in third-octave band representation. How do I convert my current dataset to the third octave...
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    I Participant non-compliance: How to include data in analysis

    Hello, I hope this is the appropriate section to post this question: I conducted a study in which participants were to do one of three treatment options and then write a test. The intention was to separate the participants based on the option they selected and using a one-way ANOVA, analyze...
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    MATLAB Question about representation of data in Matlab

    Hi everybody; I have plotted a matrix with sea surface temperature's correlation with another variable, the size is (360x180x12); using to plot : figure for i=1:12 subplot(4,3,i);imagescnan(loni,lati,squeeze(double(r4_sat(:,:,i)))'),colorbar; end Now, I want to plot over it another matrix of...
  45. S

    Reading a lot of data very quickly with Arduino?

    Hi all, I am currently working on an Arduino project that involves multiple stepper motors. The motors are told how to move by an external txt file. However, sometimes the processing of how the steppers have to move takes longer than the actual movements themselves. Some movements should only...
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    Work done on real thermodynamic data

    Homework Statement I have the data for a p-v diagram from experiment of a fluid (the fluid is unknown). The data is attached below as the crosses. It also has the approximated ideal cycle for that data. Does anyone know how to find the work done for this real experimental data? Maybe a MATLAB...
  47. S

    I How do I normalise my data to a maximum of 100?

    I have this set of data (in the attached image) and I'm trying to normalize the counts at each angle to a maximum of 100. I'm not sure how to do it though. Any tips would be much appreciated. I have the mean and std dev for each count at each angle. I don't really know what to do from here...
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    B Do particles "care" about consciousness or simply the data

    I'm curious if there have been any variations to the double slit that specifically looked at whether the particles behavior was determined by the computer keeping the data or if a consious person was there to see it. For example what I had in mind was having an isolated room where the computer...
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    Interpolating data of a bandpass filter with Q=10.4

    Hello everyone. I'm trying to interpolate the data taken (frequency in Hz vs A in dB) from a bandpass filter with Q = 10.4. The problem is that I'm not entirely sure about the transfer function that I should use to interpolate it. I'm trying to extrapolate the peak frequency, Q factor and...
  50. S

    Basic kinematic problem, find velocity using certain data

    Hi. Sorry, couldn't make a more specific tittle, I'm not used to solve physics problems. A friend of mine handed me the following problem: Homework Statement You have a graph that denotes the aceleration of an object as a function of the position of the object. This object has a mass of 10 Kg...
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