Engineering Proceedings, Volume 125, 2026

The 34th International Scientific Conference on Organization and Technology of Maintenance (OTO 2025) continues a long-standing conference series initiated more than three decades ago in Osijek, Croatia [...]

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Material selection is a crucial issue that determines both the economic and technical aspects of a product, as well as the manufacturer’s brand. This process is complex, as it requires the consideration of multiple criteria for each type of mat...

Recently, interest has grown in using alternatives to cement and aggregates to improve concrete and reduce its environmental impact. This study explores the use of cherry pit waste (CPW) as a partial substitute for coarse aggregates in self-compactin...

Human information processing is often considered vision-dominant. However, perception is multisensory and shaped by interactions among sensory modalities as well as by top-down processes that integrate prior knowledge and context. Research demonstrat...

Demolition is an essential phase in the life cycle of the built environment, requiring complex decisions, regulatory awareness, and carefully managed processes. This paper provides an overview of demolition practices with a particular focus on contro...

This paper investigates the application of large language models (LLMs) in the domain of dietary advice, focusing on the recognition of ingredients and nutritional values from food products and the integration of this information into a system capabl...

Determining the damage mechanisms of structures that have suffered partial or total collapse under the influence of an earthquake contributes to revealing the causes of damage and taking the necessary precautions. Progressive collapse is a critical s...

Semantic segmentation is a critical task in computer vision, enabling dense classification of image regions. This work investigates the effectiveness of the DeepLabv3+ architecture for binary semantic segmentation using annotated image data. A pretra...

Progressive collapse is a critical structural phenomenon where local damage triggers a chain reaction and potentially leads to disproportionate failure of the entire system. In this study, the progressive collapse behavior of multi-story reinforced c...

This paper presents a methodology for assessing the impact of photovoltaic (PV) module degradation on the payback time of PV power plant investment in a prosumer power system. The methodology uses PV module performance measurements to determine the c...

Fire hazards in closed industrial environments pose a significant threat to workers, infrastructure and production processes. Traditional detection systems, such as smoke and heat detectors, often have limitations in their settings, including delayed...

This paper focuses on a section of the state road D28, Bjelovar northern bypass, Republic of Croatia, which was opened to traffic in 2002. Following the expiration of the 20-year design service life, it was determined that the section required recons...

Geospatial data analysis systems are currently very relevant. Most such systems use either relational databases or graph databases. This paper presents the idea of using both approaches, taking into account the main features and advantages of each. A...

This paper presents a comparative analysis of time parameters involved in the preparation phase of machining processes of the taper tap, contrasting traditional and modern approaches. The study examines the time required for the creation of a technol...

This paper investigates the influence of design parameters on fluid leakage in axial piston pumps. Particular emphasis is placed on the analysis of operating clearances, sealing surfaces, and geometric relationships that affect volumetric efficiency...

This contribution presents a thermal analysis of a Hyundai i10 exposed to solar radiation and investigates the greenhouse effect, which causes the air temperature inside the parked car to rise well above the ambient temperature. Experimental measurem...

The sewerage system is a vital part of the infrastructure in every settlement, and thus, of the state itself. It ensures the conveyance of sanitary wastewater from its sources (households, buildings and industrial facilities) and stormwater from urba...

Knowing the structure and composition of soil is of great importance in numerous scientific and technical fields. For this reason, numerous measuring techniques for measuring soil structure and composition are in use. Despite progress and the introdu...

This paper examines how data preparation affects machine-learning classifiers for diabetes-risk prediction using the Pima Indians Diabetes Database. Three preprocessing methods are considered: imputing invalid zeros, handling outliers, and data scali...

Artificial intelligence is increasingly being applied not only in the economy but also across various social sectors. As a result, research into maintenance activities is justified, particularly in the context of complex corporate systems. These syst...

This article investigates the behavior of an electromagnetic field passing through a composite material—a multilayered structure. The material consists of a dielectric material polymethyl methacrylate (acrylic, plexiglass) to which one or more...

This paper analyzes the influence of two milling tools with identical geometric features, coated with a titanium diboride (borox) coating and a polished coating, on the quality of the machined surface of a workpiece made of aluminum alloy EN AW-7075....

Seismic performance evaluation of existing buildings is essential for defining effective mitigation strategies in earthquake-prone regions. This study investigates the seismic performance of low-rise unreinforced masonry (URM) residential buildings l...

This paper presents an evaluation of the performance characteristics of lawnmowers powered by gasoline engines and electric motors. Particular emphasis is placed on usability, reduced maintenance requirements, noise emission levels, and environmental...

This paper gives insight into the influences of spatially varying material properties on the non-linear finite element modeling of the rectangular and square-shaped floor slabs. Modeling the properties of the concrete using spatially distributed prop...

The objective of the study was to determine and assess the noise levels in the workshop during various activities, specifically those performed by mechanics, locksmiths, and turners. The highest mean noise level (LAeq) was observed among locksmiths a...

Northwestern Türkiye (Biga Peninsula, Edremit Gulf, Saros Bay) is a highly seismically active region at the convergence of the Anatolian, Eurasian, and Aegean tectonic plates. It features numerous active faults, including the Yenice–Gö...

During operation, parts of agricultural machinery (working and structural parts) are exposed to severe corrosion. Corrosion processes are primarily caused by the working environment (high humidity and abrasive soils) and then by atmospheric condition...

This study aimed to evaluate the prediction potential of phenology metrics from two vegetation indices using Sentinel-2 images, the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) and Three Red-Edge Vegetation Index (NDVI3RE), for maize yield predictio...