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Technologies, Volume 13, Issue 5

2025 May - 45 articles

Cover Story: This paper presents an extension of the multipoint flux approximation method (MPFA-O) for simulating saturation front movement through porous media with anisotropic permeability on non-K-orthogonal grids. We address the well-known stability challenges associated with high anisotropy, providing a reliable tool for applications such as CO2 and hydrogen storage, geothermal energy, and hydrocarbon recovery. Apart from the inclusion of a local rotation transformation that suppresses spurious oscillations while preserving monotonicity and local conservation, this paper also introduces a straightforward, MPFA framework-friendly method for implementing flow field estimation. View this paper
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Articles (45)

  • Review
  • Open Access
3 Citations
3,191 Views
33 Pages

Recent Advances in Spatially Incoherent Coded Aperture Imaging Technologies

  • Vipin Tiwari,
  • Shivasubramanian Gopinath,
  • Tauno Kahro,
  • Francis Gracy Arockiaraj,
  • Agnes Pristy Ignatius Xavier,
  • Narmada Joshi,
  • Kaupo Kukli,
  • Aile Tamm,
  • Saulius Juodkazis and
  • Vijayakumar Anand
  • + 1 author

Coded aperture imaging (CAI) is a powerful imaging technology that has rapidly developed during the past decade. CAI technology and its integration with incoherent holography have led to the development of several cutting-edge imaging tools, devices,...

  • Article
  • Open Access
5 Citations
2,068 Views
25 Pages

This study presents a comparative analysis of four topic modeling techniques —Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA), Bidirectional Encoder Representations from Transformers (BERT), Probabilistic Latent Semantic Analysis (pLSA), and Non-negative Mat...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,852 Views
18 Pages

In this study, we propose a model that integrates a near-field communication (NFC) coupler and a wireless power transfer (WPT) coupler for mobile device applications. The NFC and WPT couplers were independently designed and then combined into a four-...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,913 Views
15 Pages

Inkjet-Printed Flexible Piezoelectric Sensor for Large Deformation Applications

  • Giulia Mecca,
  • Roberto Bernasconi,
  • Valentina Zega,
  • Raffaella Suriano,
  • Marco Menegazzo,
  • Gianlorenzo Bussetti,
  • Alberto Corigliano and
  • Luca Magagnin

Next-generation flexible, soft, and stretchable sensors and electronic devices are conquering the technological scene due to their extremely innovative applications. Especially when produced via innovative technologies like additive manufacturing (AM...

  • Review
  • Open Access
3 Citations
5,510 Views
25 Pages

ChatGPT as a Digital Tool in the Transformation of Digital Teaching Competence: A Systematic Review

  • José Fernández Cerero,
  • Marta Montenegro Rueda,
  • Pedro Román Graván and
  • José María Fernández Batanero

In recent years, the use of tools based on artificial intelligence, such as ChatGPT, has begun to play a relevant role in education, particularly in the development of teachers’ digital competence. However, its impact and the implications of it...

  • Systematic Review
  • Open Access
1 Citations
5,504 Views
34 Pages

Advances in Mounting Structures for Photovoltaic Systems: Sustainable Materials and Efficient Design

  • Luis Angel Iturralde Carrera,
  • Leonel Díaz-Tato,
  • Carlos D. Constantino-Robles,
  • Margarita G. Garcia-Barajas,
  • Araceli Zapatero-Gutiérrez,
  • José M. Álvarez-Alvarado and
  • Juvenal Rodríguez-Reséndiz

This article addresses the technical, aesthetic, and strategic problem of the limited attention paid to design and selection of materials in photovoltaic system (PSS) support structures despite their direct impact on the efficiency, durability and ec...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,207 Views
23 Pages

Biodiesel Isomerization Using Sulfated Tin(IV) Oxide as a Superacid Catalyst to Improve Cold Flow Properties

  • Yano Surya Pradana,
  • I Gusti Bagus Ngurah Makertihartha,
  • Tirto Prakoso,
  • Tatang Hernas Soerawidjaja and
  • Antonius Indarto

The development of alternative energies has become a concern for all countries to ensure domestic energy supply and provide environmental friendliness. One of the providential alternative energies is biodiesel. Biodiesel, commonly stated as fatty aci...

  • Review
  • Open Access
5 Citations
11,241 Views
53 Pages

A Comprehensive Review of Adversarial Attacks and Defense Strategies in Deep Neural Networks

  • Abdulruhman Abomakhelb,
  • Kamarularifin Abd Jalil,
  • Alya Geogiana Buja,
  • Abdulraqeb Alhammadi and
  • Abdulmajeed M. Alenezi

Artificial Intelligence (AI) security research is promising and highly valuable in the current decade. In particular, deep neural network (DNN) security is receiving increased attention. Although DNNs have recently emerged as a prominent tool for add...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,647 Views
32 Pages

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide, demanding accurate and timely prediction methods. Recent advancements in artificial intelligence have shown promise in enhancing clinical decision-making for CVD d...

  • Feature Paper
  • Article
  • Open Access
6 Citations
1,800 Views
35 Pages

Transformer winding faults (TWFs) can lead to insulation breakdown, internal short circuits, and catastrophic transformer failure. Due to their low current magnitude—particularly at early stages such as inter-turn short circuits, axial or radia...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,741 Views
18 Pages

Ballistic Testing of an Aerogel/Starch Composite Designed for Use in Wearable Protective Equipment

  • John LaRocco,
  • Taeyoon Eom,
  • Tanush Duggisani,
  • Ian Zalcberg,
  • Jinyi Xue,
  • Ekansh Seth,
  • Nicolas Zapata,
  • Dheeraj Anksapuram,
  • Nathaniel Muzumdar and
  • Eric Zachariah

Concussion is a costly healthcare issue affecting sports, industry, and the defense sector. The financial impacts, however, extend beyond acute medical expenses, affecting an individual’s physical and cognitive abilities, as well as increasing...

  • Review
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,800 Views
29 Pages

Global estimates suggest that over a billion people worldwide—more than 15% of the global population—live with some form of mobility disability, underscoring the pressing need for innovative technological solutions. Recent advancements in...

  • Article
  • Open Access
7 Citations
1,808 Views
25 Pages

Synthesis of Sm-Doped CuO–SnO2:FSprayed Thin Film: An Eco-Friendly Dual-Function Solution for the Buffer Layer and an Effective Photocatalyst for Ampicillin Degradation

  • Ghofrane Charrada,
  • Bechir Yahmadi,
  • Badriyah Alhalaili,
  • Moez Hajji,
  • Sarra Gam Derouich,
  • Ruxandra Vidu and
  • Najoua Turki Kamoun

Synthesis and characterization of undoped and samarium-doped CuO–SnO2:F thin films using the spray pyrolysis technique are presented. The effect of the samarium doping level on the physical properties of these films was thoroughly analyzed. X-r...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,768 Views
20 Pages

NCC—An Efficient Deep Learning Architecture for Non-Coding RNA Classification

  • Konstantinos Vasilas,
  • Evangelos Makris,
  • Christos Pavlatos and
  • Ilias Maglogiannis

In this paper, an efficient deep-learning architecture is proposed, aiming to classify a significant category of RNA, the non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs). These RNAs participate in various biological processes and play an important role in gene regulation a...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,660 Views
13 Pages

AiWatch: A Distributed Video Surveillance System Using Artificial Intelligence and Digital Twins Technologies

  • Alessio Ferone,
  • Antonio Maratea,
  • Francesco Camastra,
  • Angelo Ciaramella,
  • Antonino Staiano,
  • Marco Lettiero,
  • Angelo Polizio,
  • Francesco Lombardi and
  • Antonio Junior Spoleto

The primary purpose of video surveillance is to monitor public indoor areas or the boundaries of secure facilities to safeguard them against theft, unauthorized access, fire, and various other potential threats. Security cameras, equipped with integr...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,527 Views
24 Pages

The Electromechanical Modeling and Parametric Analysis of a Piezoelectric Vibration Energy Harvester for Induction Motors

  • Moisés Vázquez-Toledo,
  • Arxel de León,
  • Francisco López-Huerta,
  • Pedro J. García-Ramírez,
  • Ernesto A. Elvira-Hernández and
  • Agustín L. Herrera-May

Industrial motors generate vibration energy that can be converted into electrical energy using piezoelectric vibration energy harvesters (pVEHs). These energy harvesters can power devices or function as self-powered sensors. However, optimal electrom...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,955 Views
19 Pages

This paper extends the multipoint flux approximation (MPFA-O) method to model coupled pressure and saturation dynamics in subsurface reservoirs with heterogeneous anisotropic permeability and non-K-orthogonal grids. The MPFA method is widely used for...

  • Communication
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,315 Views
14 Pages

Understanding the viscoelastic properties of plantar soft tissue under dynamic conditions is crucial for assessing foot health and preventing injuries. In this work, we document an in vivo device, employing the principles of dynamic mechanical analys...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,912 Views
19 Pages

In response to the safety control requirements of heavy robot operations, to address the problems of cumbersome, time-consuming, poor accuracy and low real-time performance in robot end contact force estimation without force sensors by using traditio...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,990 Views
31 Pages

The Tuning of a CFD Model for External Ballistics, Followed by Analyses of the Principal Influences on the Drag Coefficient of the .223 Rem Caliber

  • Jiří Maxa,
  • Pavla Šabacká,
  • Robert Bayer,
  • Tomáš Binar,
  • Petr Bača,
  • Jana Švecová,
  • Jaroslav Talár,
  • Martin Vlkovský and
  • Lenka Dobšáková

This paper presents the subject of external ballistics. The presented research employs a contemporary methodological approach, integrating theoretical analysis, CFD simulations, and experimental measurements. External ballistics is characterized by a...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,451 Views
13 Pages

The Impact of Real-World Interaction on the Perception of a Humanoid Social Robot in Care for Institutionalised Older Adults

  • Slawomir Tobis,
  • Joanna Piasek-Skupna,
  • Aleksandra Suwalska and
  • Katarzyna Wieczorowska-Tobis

(1) Background: For the residents of long-term care (LTC) units, a humanoid social robot (HSR) may be not only a caregiver but also a companion. The aim of our study was to analyse changes in its perception following a real-world interaction; (2) Met...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,818 Views
18 Pages

A Novel Sustainable and Cost-Effective Triboelectric Nanogenerator Connected to the Internet of Things for Communication with Deaf–Mute People

  • Enrique Delgado-Alvarado,
  • Muhammad Waseem Ashraf,
  • Shahzadi Tayyaba,
  • José Amir González-Calderon,
  • Ricardo López-Esparza,
  • Ma. Cristina Irma Pérez-Pérez,
  • Victor Champac,
  • José Hernandéz-Hernández,
  • Maximo Alejandro Figueroa-Navarro and
  • Agustín Leobardo Herrera-May

Low-cost and sustainable technological systems are required to improve communication between deaf–mute and non-deaf–mute people. Herein, we report a novel low-cost and eco-friendly triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) composed of recycled a...

  • Systematic Review
  • Open Access
4 Citations
4,107 Views
27 Pages

Advances in the Automated Identification of Individual Tree Species: A Systematic Review of Drone- and AI-Based Methods in Forest Environments

  • Ricardo Abreu-Dias,
  • Juan M. Santos-Gago,
  • Fernando Martín-Rodríguez and
  • Luis M. Álvarez-Sabucedo

The classification and identification of individual tree species in forest environments are critical for biodiversity conservation, sustainable forestry management, and ecological monitoring. Recent advances in drone technology and artificial intelli...

  • Systematic Review
  • Open Access
7 Citations
5,188 Views
23 Pages

Remote Rehabilitation and Virtual Reality Interventions Using Motion Sensors for Chronic Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review of Biomechanical, Pain, Quality of Life, and Adherence Outcomes

  • Marina Garofano,
  • Rosaria Del Sorbo,
  • Mariaconsiglia Calabrese,
  • Massimo Giordano,
  • Maria Pia Di Palo,
  • Marianna Bartolomeo,
  • Chiara Maria Ragusa,
  • Gaetano Ungaro,
  • Gianluca Fimiani and
  • Alessia Bramanti
  • + 6 authors

Background: Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a leading cause of disability, impacting quality of life (QoL), function, and work productivity. Traditional rehabilitation faces challenges in accessibility and adherence. Remote rehabilitation and virtual...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,624 Views
25 Pages

This paper integrates empirical assessments of energy recovery in downhill belt conveyor systems with rigorous theoretical modeling and economic analysis. An alternative approach for capturing and transforming the potential energy of a descending con...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
2,262 Views
19 Pages

Vision-Based Activity Recognition for Unobtrusive Monitoring of the Elderly in Care Settings

  • Rahmat Ullah,
  • Ikram Asghar,
  • Saeed Akbar,
  • Gareth Evans,
  • Justus Vermaak,
  • Abdulaziz Alblwi and
  • Amna Bamaqa

As the global population ages, robust technological solutions are increasingly necessary to support and enhance elderly autonomy in-home or care settings. This paper presents a novel computer vision-based activity monitoring system that uses cameras...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
4,266 Views
31 Pages

Quantum technologies are increasingly pervasive, underpinning the operation of numerous electronic, optical and medical devices. Today, we are also witnessing rapid advancements in quantum computing and communication. However, access to quantum techn...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
4,314 Views
31 Pages

Development and Evaluation of Solar Radiation Sensor Using Cost-Effective Light Sensors and Machine Learning Techniques

  • Jesús Antonio Nava-Pintor,
  • Uriel E. Alcalá-Rodríguez,
  • Héctor A. Guerrero-Osuna,
  • Marcela E. Mata-Romero,
  • Emmanuel Lopez-Neri,
  • Fabián García-Vázquez,
  • Luis Octavio Solís-Sánchez,
  • Rocío Carrasco-Navarro and
  • Luis F. Luque-Vega

The accurate measurement of solar radiation is essential for applications in agriculture, renewable energy, and environmental monitoring. Traditional pyranometers provide high-precision readings but are often costly and inaccessible for large-scale d...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,273 Views
34 Pages

Using Prediction Confidence Factors to Enhance Collaborative Filtering Recommendation Quality

  • Dionisis Margaris,
  • Dimitris Spiliotopoulos,
  • Kiriakos Sgardelis and
  • Costas Vassilakis

Recommender systems suggest items that users are likely to accept by predicting ratings for items they have not already rated. Collaborative filtering is a widely used method that produces these predictions, based on the ratings of similar users, ter...

  • Review
  • Open Access
6 Citations
7,589 Views
42 Pages

The transition to 100% renewable energy systems is critical for achieving global sustainability and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. Island power systems, due to their geographical isolation, limited interconnectivity, and reliance on imported fu...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3,445 Views
38 Pages

Video games, as interactive artifacts within the continuum of information and communication technology (ICT), encapsulate an ontological inquiry: which mechanism maintains user engagement while evolving with ICT-driven innovations? How is this mechan...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
4,884 Views
29 Pages

Efficient and safe charging of lithium-ion batteries is essential for maximizing their lifespan and performance. This paper presents the design and implementation of a microcontroller-based Li-ion battery charger that employs real-time monitoring, ad...

  • Communication
  • Open Access
760 Views
11 Pages

Simplified LSL-Net Architecture for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Detection in Real-Time

  • Francisco David Camacho-Gonzalez,
  • Nestor Andres Garcia-Rojas,
  • José Francisco Martínez-Trinidad and
  • Jesús Ariel Carrasco-Ochoa

Given the growth of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), their detection has become a recent and complex problem. The literature has addressed this problem by applying traditional computer vision algorithms and, more recently, deep learning architectures...

  • Review
  • Open Access
4 Citations
2,822 Views
29 Pages

The prospect of integrating every object under a unified infrastructure, which provides humans with the possibility to monitor, access, and control objects and systems, has played a significant role in the geometric growth of the Internet of Things (...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,465 Views
22 Pages

Opinion Mining and Analysis Using Hybrid Deep Neural Networks

  • Adel Hidri,
  • Suleiman Ali Alsaif,
  • Muteeb Alahmari,
  • Eman AlShehri and
  • Minyar Sassi Hidri

Understanding customer attitudes has become a critical component of decision-making due to the growing influence of social media and e-commerce. Text-based opinions are the most structured, hence playing an important role in sentiment analysis. Most...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,162 Views
31 Pages

This research focuses on the development, design, implementation, and testing (with complete hardware and software integration) of a 6D Electromagnetic Actuation (EMA) system for the precise control and navigation of micro/nanorobots (MNRs) in high-v...

  • Article
  • Open Access
11 Citations
1,572 Views
37 Pages

This study presents a computer-aided diagnostic (CAD) framework that integrates multi-domain features through a hybrid methodology. The system uses several light deep networks (EfficientNetB0, MobileNet, and ResNet-18), which feature fewer layers and...

  • Review
  • Open Access
3 Citations
3,557 Views
43 Pages

Advanced Precision Cutting Titanium Alloy Methods: A Critical Review Considering Cost, Efficiency, and Quality

  • Guangping Wang,
  • Xiaoxuan Chen,
  • Zhipeng Xu,
  • Feng Feng,
  • Jianfu Zhang,
  • Xiangyu Zhang and
  • Pingfa Feng

This literature review focuses on titanium alloys, which are crucial in modern manufacturing due to their excellent properties. The review covers their classification, machining challenges, and advanced cutting methods. Different alloy types (α...

  • Article
  • Open Access
9 Citations
4,007 Views
37 Pages

A Novel Three-Dimensional Sliding Pursuit Guidance and Control of Surface-to-Air Missiles

  • Belkacem Bekhiti,
  • George F. Fragulis,
  • Mohamed Rahmouni and
  • Kamel Hariche

In recent decades, missile guidance and control have advanced significantly, with methods like pure pursuit (PP), command to line-of-sight (CLOS), and proportional navigation (PN) enabling accurate target interception in uncertain environments throug...

  • Review
  • Open Access
28 Citations
14,567 Views
48 Pages

Modern Trends and Recent Applications of Hyperspectral Imaging: A Review

  • Ming-Fang Cheng,
  • Arvind Mukundan,
  • Riya Karmakar,
  • Muhamed Adil Edavana Valappil,
  • Jumana Jouhar and
  • Hsiang-Chen Wang

Hyperspectral imaging (HSI) is an advanced imaging technique that captures detailed spectral information across multiple fields. This review explores its applications in counterfeit detection, remote sensing, agriculture, medical imaging, cancer dete...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,786 Views
30 Pages

Development of IoT-Based Hybrid Autonomous Networked Robots

  • Maki K. Habib and
  • Chimsom I. Chukwuemeka

Autonomous Networked Robot (ANR) systems feature multi-robot systems (MRSs) and wireless sensor networks (WSNs). These systems help to extend coverage, maximize efficiency in data routing, and provide practical and reliable task management, among oth...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
2,797 Views
23 Pages

Human-Machine Interaction: A Vision-Based Approach for Controlling a Robotic Hand Through Human Hand Movements

  • Gerardo García-Gil,
  • Gabriela del Carmen López-Armas and
  • José de Jesús Navarro

An anthropomorphic robot is a mechanical device designed to perform human-like tasks, such as manipulating objects, and has been one of the significant contributions in robotics over the past 60 years. This paper presents an advanced system for contr...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
2,939 Views
26 Pages

Application of a Hybrid Model for Data Analysis in Hydroponic Systems

  • Kuanysh Bakirov,
  • Jamalbek Tussupov,
  • Akhmet Tussupov,
  • Ibraheem Shayea and
  • Aruzhan Shoman

This study presents a hybrid data analysis approach to optimize the growing conditions for beetroot and tarragon microgreens cultivated in hydroponic systems. Maintaining precise microclimate control is essential, as even minor deviations can signifi...

  • Review
  • Open Access
2 Citations
3,177 Views
20 Pages

The Landscape of Virtual Reality Use in Mobility Rehabilitation from 2010–2023: A Scoping Review

  • Danielle T. Felsberg,
  • Reza Pousti,
  • Charlend K. Howard,
  • Scott E. Ross,
  • Louisa D. Raisbeck,
  • Jared T. McGuirt and
  • Christopher K. Rhea

Significant advancements in virtual reality (VR) technology have occurred in the past decade, allowing clinical researchers to take advantage of these reduced barriers to explore the use of VR in patient populations. This scoping review on VR interve...

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