2024 May-1 - 416 articles
This paper introduces a novel filter algorithm termed as an MKMC-CSVSF which combined square-root cubature Kalman (SR-CKF) and smooth variable structure filtering (SVSF) under multi-kernel maximum correntropy criterion (MKMC) for accurately estimatin...
Antimicrobial susceptibility tests, achieved through the use of antibiotic-impregnated disks in a suitable laboratory environment, are conducted to determine which antibiotics are effective against the bacteria present in the body of an infected pati...
Convolutional neural networks (CNNs) have achieved promising results in many tasks, and evaluating the model’s generalization ability based on the trained model and training data is paramount for practical applications. Although many measures f...
Jumping robots possess the capability to surmount formidable obstacles and are well-suited for navigating through complex terrain environments. However, most of the existing jumping robots face challenges in achieving stable jumping and they also hav...
This paper investigates the effect of spatial variability of soil elastic modulus on the longitudinal responses of the existing shield tunnel to the new tunnel undercrossing using a random two-stage analysis method (RTSAM). The Timoshenko–Winkl...
Front loaders used in agriculture are characterized by a compact structure, which limits the scope of their application. The loading possibilities are expanded by designing front loaders equipped with telescopic arms. This design increases the loader...
Computer vision solutions have become widely used in various industries and as part of daily solutions. One task of computer vision is object detection. With the development of object detection algorithms and the growing number of various kinds of im...
SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping), primarily relying on camera or LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) sensors, plays a crucial role in robotics for localization and environmental reconstruction. This paper assesses the performance of two l...
After the experience of the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become evident that efficient and secure interoperability of medical information is crucial for effective diagnoses and medical treatments. However, a significant challenge arises concerning the h...
Single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) loaded with magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles were prepared by the arc discharge method and air heat treatment. The nanocomposite was characterized by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, Raman spec...
In this study, we report on the isolation, purification, and anti-inflammatory evaluation of compounds from the plant species Ageratina pichinchensis. Using open-column chromatography, 11 known compounds were purified, which chemical structures were...
Context modeling has always been the groundwork for the dialogue response generation task, yet it presents challenges due to the loose context relations among open-domain dialogue sentences. Introducing simulated dialogue futures has been proposed as...
The geological conditions evaluation of coalbed methane (CBM) is of great significance to CBM exploration and development. The CBM resources in the Southern Sichuan Coalfield (SSC) of China are very abundant; however, the CBM investigation works in t...
Wheat plays an important role in China’s and the world’s food supply, and it is closely related to economy, culture and life. The spatial distribution of wheat is of great significance to the rational planning of wheat cultivation areas a...
An arbitrary Lagrangian-Eulerian lattice Boltzmann flux solver (ALE-LBFS) coupled with the mode superposition method is proposed in this work and applied to study two- and three-dimensional flutter phenomenon on dynamic unstructured meshes. The ALE-L...
Loads and strains in critical areas play a crucial role in aircraft structural health monitoring, the tracking of individual aircraft lifespans, and the compilation of load spectra. Direct measurement of actual flight loads presents challenges. This...
This paper evaluates the performance of the Rubin reduction methods, enhanced with static modal derivatives, for vibration analysis of geometrically nonlinear structures with friction contact. Static modal derivatives are computed numerically based o...
Oil spill cleanup in water remains a critical challenge due to the harmful secondary pollution from conventional methods such as burning or chemical degradation. Herein, we present a facile method to fabricate a superhydrophobic and superoleophilic p...
This study investigates the application of steganography for enhancing network security by detecting and promptly eliminating malicious packets to prevent flooding and consequent denial of service attacks while also identifying malicious equipment. T...
Air-to-air heat pumps are used in today’s ventilation systems increasingly often as they provide heating and cooling for buildings. The energy transformation modes of these units are subject to constant change due to the varying outdoor air sta...
Eight balls were manufactured with a 3D printer to resemble various types of 32-panel soccer balls. One ball was completely smooth, whereas the other seven possessed various dimple patterns on their surface panels. Seam width and seam depth were also...
This paper presents the reconstruction framework of the Roman mosaic with the central scene from the abduction of Europa. The mosaic depicting Europa, discovered in Ptuj (Slovenia) and dated from the second half of the third to the beginning of the f...
This study aimed to investigate the role of the thymus in influencing long-term outcomes of COVID-19 by comparing the thymic appearance in patients with and without COVID-19 pulmonary sequelae at chest computed tomography (CT). A total of 102 adult p...
Numerous studies derived from medicinal herbs have been conducted to explore bioactive compounds as potential alternatives to synthetic drugs, aiming to mitigate harmful side effects and alleviate economic burdens. In this study, we assessed the safe...
Preparing submicron and nanoscale phosphors with good optical properties for practical applications is a challenging task for current inorganic long afterglow luminescent materials. This study utilized commercialized SrAl2O4:Eu2+, Dy3+ phosphors (SAO...
Crowd anomaly detection is crucial in enhancing surveillance and crowd management. This paper proposes an efficient approach that combines spatial and temporal visual descriptors, sparse feature tracking, and neural networks for efficient crowd anoma...
In this work, using a Richards-Wolf formalism, we derive explicit analytical relationships to describe vectors of the major and minor axes of polarization ellipses centered in the focal plane when focusing a cylindrical vector beam of integer order n...
Provisional fixed partial dentures represent a critical phase in dental treatment, necessitating heightened mechanical durability, particularly in comprehensive and extended treatment plans. Strengthening these structures with various reinforcing mat...
Consumers are becoming increasingly concerned about synthetic preservatives like nitrites in meat, prompting the meat industry to explore alternatives in order to lower nitrite levels. This study investigated the effects of incorporating hemp flour o...
Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) remains the diagnostic modality of choice. The involvement of the cortical bone and adjacent teeth can be easily established via CBCT. Magnetic resonance can be helpful in the estimation of any other soft-tissue t...
Pure Bi7Fe3Ti3O21 ceramic material and gadolinium ion (Gd3+)-doped ones were prepared by solid-state reaction method using simple oxides. The findings of the XRD measurements confirmed the initial author’s assumption that the dopant ions substi...
Traditional model tests for soil and rock materials face challenges in observing the slurry diffusion within the soil mass, hindering the understanding of the relationship between grouting-induced ground deformation and grout diffusion. This study co...
Repetitive tasks can lead to long-term cardiovascular problems due to continuous strain and inadequate recovery. The automobile operators on the assembly line are exposed to these risks when workload volume changes according to the workstation type....
Traditional federated learning relies heavily on mature datasets, which typically consist of large volumes of uniformly distributed data. While acquiring extensive datasets is relatively straightforward in academic research, it becomes prohibitively...
Soft rocks are prone to softening upon contact with water, and their rapid deterioration in mechanical properties is a significant cause of instability and failure soft rock masses. Besides, the macroscopic mechanical response of rocks is closely rel...
The disruption of the blood–brain barrier (BBB) in Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is largely influenced by amyloid beta (Aβ). In this study, we developed a high-throughput microfluidic BBB model devoid of a physical membrane, featuring end...
Stance information has a significant influence on market strategy, government policy, and public opinion. Users differ not only in their polarity but also in the degree to which they take a stand. The traditional classification of stances is quite si...
The purpose of this study was to compare the change of Body Composition (BC) (height, weight, body fat percentage and muscle mass) as a function of the trimester and category in a sample of young soccer players. Data collection was performed in five...
With the increasing importance of data in modern business environments, effective data management and protection strategies are gaining increasing research attention. Data protection in a cloud environment is crucial for safeguarding information asse...
It is probable that the term marine traffic engineering (MTE) was first used by Toyoda and Fuji [...]
The cyclist’s posture is typically characterized by a trunk flexion position to reach the handlebar of the bike. The pelvis serves as the base of the spine, and its tilt has been associated with the degree of extensibility of the hamstring, par...
Forestry work, which is considered one of the most demanding and dangerous professions in the world, is claiming more and more lives. In a country as small as Austria, more than 50 forestry workers are killed in accidents every year, and the number i...
Localizing a moving source by Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA) and Frequency Difference of Arrival (FDOA) commonly requires at least
Numerous studies have shown that a traditional model persists in the teaching of history, in which students are not allowed to think for themselves and are assigned a passive role based on the mere memorisation of information. This reality is in oppo...
Leakage in underground structures, especially tunnels, may cause seepage erosion in the surrounding soil, which in turn leads to ground subsidence, posing a great threat to urban safety. The current literature mainly focuses on seepage erosion in the...
The trends of the 21st century are challenging the traditional production process due to the reduction in the life cycle of products and the demand for more complex products in greater quantities. Industry 4.0 (I4.0) was introduced in 2011 and it is...
Silicate and borate bioactive glasses have been reported to create alkaline conditions by rapidly releasing ions when reacting in aqueous solution. At certain levels, this alkaline solution can negatively affect cell viability. Adding phosphate ions...
This study aims to compare the effectiveness of ultrasonically and sonically activated irrigation in terms of extrusion risk, root canal debridement, and biofilm removal, considering distinct apical preparation sizes, through an ex vivo study in huma...
This paper investigates the application of ensemble learning in improving the accuracy and reliability of predictions in connected vehicle systems, focusing on driving style, road surface quality, and traffic conditions. Our study’s central met...
Smart cities are now embracing the new frontier of urban living, with advanced technology being used to enhance the quality of life for residents. Many of these cities have developed transportation systems that improve efficiency and sustainability,...
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