Technologies, Volume 13, Issue 8

Nylon filament is a widely used thermoplastic material in extrusion-based 3D printing, favored for its strength, durability, and excellent printability. It enables the fabrication of parts with complex geometries, high design flexibility, and cost-ef...

The aim of this study is to compare the performance of the multi-layer and the single-layer CO₂ injection methods used in offshore carbon capture and storage (CCS) through TOUGH-FLAC numerical simulations. Four key indicators, namely CO₂ saturation,...

This study examines the influence of artificial intelligence (AI) system transparency, cognitive load, response bias, and individual values on perceived AI decision integrity. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected through surveys and ana...

This paper aims to present a set of possible transfer trajectories for a rendezvous mission with asteroid 2024 YR4, using a spacecraft propelled by a photonic solar sail. Asteroid 2024 YR4 was discovered in late December 2024 and was briefly classifi...

Fruit segmentation is an essential task due to its importance in accurate disease prevention, yield estimation, and automated harvesting. However, accurate object segmentation in agricultural environments remains challenging due to visual complexitie...

This paper proposes a design method for high-efficiency broadband Doherty power amplifiers (DPAs) optimized through a co-simulation approach combining genetic algorithms and neural networks. The method integrates the global search capability of genet...

The main purpose of this paper is to present a comprehensive and systematically organized overview of the current state of vibration monitoring and measurement techniques used in railway stock. It aims to raise awareness of significant technological...

Serious games are an important tool for education and training that offers interactive and powerful experience. However, a significant challenge lays with adapting a game to meet the specific needs of each player in real-time. The present paper intro...

This study proposes a dual-element wideband circularly polarized (CP) slot-integrated multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) antenna with an X-notch square-shaped artificial magnetic conductor (AMC) for dedicated short-range communications (DSRC) appl...

The electrochemical behavior and corrosion fatigue property of the surface-strengthened EA4T axle steel subjected to foreign object damage (FOD) is investigated in this study. It is found that the corrosion resistance can be enhanced after being impa...

This paper investigates the optimization of an irrigation system distributed over an agricultural area discretized into unit cells, using evolutionary algorithms for the control of water irrigation points (taps). The model simulates the distribution...

High-performance musical instrument training is a demanding discipline that engages cognitive, neurological, and physical skills. Professional musicians invest substantial time and effort into mastering their repertoire and developing the muscle memo...

Cryogenic upgrading represents a promising route for the production of high-purity biomethane, aligning with current decarbonization goals and the increasing demand for renewable gases. This review provides a critical assessment of cryogenic technolo...

This study explores the aeroacoustic influence of leading-edge serrations applied to stator blades subjected to turbulent inflow, which is representative of rotor–stator interaction in turbomachinery. A set of serrated geometries—75 mm sp...

The HEPscore benchmark, widely used for evaluating computational performance in high-energy physics, has been identified as requiring energy consumption metrics to address the increasing importance of energy efficiency in large-scale computing infras...

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) poses complex clinical challenges due to its emotional volatility, contextual sensitivity, and need for personalized care. Conventional AI systems often fall short in therapeutic contexts due to lack of explainab...

The transition to sustainable energy systems in the agroindustrial sector requires rigorous methodologies that enable a comprehensive and quantitative assessment of the technical and economic viability and environmental impact of photovoltaic integra...

Urban scene understanding for inclusive smart cities remains challenged by the scarcity of training data capturing people with mobility impairments. We propose SYNTHUA-DT, a novel methodological framework that integrates unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)...

The objective of this manuscript is to describe the iterative user-centered development of the Mobile Device Assessment Tool (MoDAT) and to present early usability results involving persons with disabilities and assistive technology (AT) professional...

Compared to rigidly-backed absorbers, the selection of appropriate optimization techniques for the optimal design of broadband acoustic mufflers remains under-investigated. This study determines the most effective optimization strategy for maximizing...

Measurement of grasp configurations (position, orientation, and width) in unstructured environments is critical for robotic systems. Accurate and robust prediction relies on rich multi-scale object representations; however, detail loss and fusion con...

We consider dynamics relevant to annealing in qubit networks modelled on the architecture of the D-Wave 2000Q quantum processor (known as the Chimera topology). Our results report on the effects of the qubits’ connectivity and variable coupling...

As global industries seek to reduce energy consumption and lower CO₂ emissions, the need for sustainable, efficient maintenance processes in manufacturing has become increasingly important. Traditional mold cleaning methods often require complete too...

Sentiment analysis methods for interactive services such as Danmu in online videos are challenged by their colloquial style and diverse sentiment expressions. For instance, the existing methods cannot easily distinguish between similar sentiments. To...

Compared to 4G long-term evolution (LTE) networks, 5G and 6G networks provide fast data transmission with little delay, larger base station capacity, enhanced quality of service (QoS), and extensive multiple-input-multiple-output (MIMO) channels. Nev...

The use of agrochemicals in agriculture is widespread globally, as it enables increased crop yields. However, they also contain heavy metals such as copper and nickel, which can leach into the drinking water and harm the environment and human health....

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease marked by joint inflammation and progressive disability. While biological disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (bDMARDs) have significantly improved disease control, predicting individual tre...

This study examines the diversity of terminologies associated with assistive technology (AT), a crucial field that promotes autonomy and inclusion for people with disabilities. Although the wide use of assistive technology is observed in the literatu...

Wireless sensor networks have become a vital technology that is extensively applied across multiple industries, including agriculture, industrial operations, and smart cities, as well as residential smart homes and environmental monitoring systems. S...

Accurately predicting the ionosphere’s Total Electron Content (TEC) is significant for ensuring the regular operation of satellite navigation and communication systems and space weather prediction. To further improve the accuracy of TEC predict...

Smart walking aids represent a growing trend in assistive technologies designed to support individuals with mobility impairments in their daily lives and rehabilitation. Previous research has introduced sensor-integrated systems that provide user fee...

This study presents a wearable haptic feedback system designed to support speech training for individuals with speech and hearing impairments. The system provides real-time tactile cues based on detected phonemes, helping users correct their pronunci...

In recent years, researchers have become increasingly interested in identifying traits of cognitive impairment using audio from neuropsychological tests. Unfortunately, there is no universally accepted terminology system that can be used to describe...

Hospital in the Home (HITH) programs are emerging as a key pillar of smart city healthcare infrastructure, leveraging technology to extend care beyond traditional hospital walls. The global healthcare sector has been conceptualizing the notion of a c...

(1) Virtual reality (VR) technologies have shown significant potential for diagnosing and treating vision-related impairments. This rapid review evaluates and characterizes the existing literature on VR technologies for diagnosing and treating vision...

The proliferation of social media has paradoxically facilitated the widespread dissemination of fake news, impacting individuals, politics, economics, and society as a whole. Despite the increasing scholarly research on this phenomenon, a significant...

This article addresses the task of building personalized educational recommendations based on a heterogeneous knowledge graph that integrates data from university curricula, job vacancies, and online courses. To solve the problem of course recommenda...

This study investigates the impact of Time-of-Use (TOU) scheduling and battery energy storage systems (BESS) on voltage stability in a typical Malaysian medium-voltage distribution network with high photovoltaic (PV) system penetration. The analyzed...

Soft manipulators have garnered significant research attention in recent years due to their flexibility and adaptability. However, the inherent flexibility of these manipulators imposes limitations on their load-bearing capacity and stability. To add...

Existing studies on the abrasive cutting process have primarily focused on the influence of cutting conditions on key parameters such as temperature, cut-off wheel wear, and machined surface quality. However, the choice of working conditions is often...

Ocean energy is an abundant, eco-friendly, and renewable energy resource that is useful for powering sensor networks connected to the maritime Internet of Things (MIoT). These sensor networks can be used to measure different marine environmental para...

Regarding attack scenarios as query graphs and conducting subgraph matching on the data system is an important approach to identify and detect cyber threats. However, existing subgraph matching methods are not suitable for detecting time-evolving att...

The unique properties of graphene have allowed for the development of graphene-based field-effect transistors (GFETs) for applications in biosensors and chemical devices. However, the modeling and optimization of GFET performance exhibit great challe...

Railway systems occupy a predominant role in urban transport, providing efficient, high-capacity mobility. Progress in rail transport allows fast traveling, whilst environmental concerns and CO₂ emissions are on the rise. The integration of railway s...

The double wishbone suspension (DWS) system is widely used in automotive engineering because of its favorable kinematic properties, which affect vehicle dynamics, handling, and ride comfort; hence, it is important to have an accurate 3D model, simula...

Many speech coding strategies have been developed over the years, but comparing them has been convoluted due to the difficulty in disentangling brand-specific and patient-specific factors from strategy-specific factors that contribute to speech under...

Cancer remains one of the most significant global health challenges due to its high mortality rates and the limited understanding of its progression. Early diagnosis is critical to improving patient outcomes, especially in skin cancer, where timely d...

Recent advancements in data collection technologies, data science, and speech processing have fueled significant interest in the computational analysis of biological sounds. This enhanced analytical capability shows promise for improved understanding...

This study analyzes the impact of geometric variations induced by the manufacturing process on the aerodynamic efficiency of an airfoil used in the design of a 3 kW wind turbine blade. For this purpose, a computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis w...

High penetration of photovoltaic (PV) generation presents new challenges for voltage regulation in distribution networks (DNs), primarily due to output intermittency and constrained reactive power capabilities. This paper introduces a distributed vol...