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A vibration energy harvester (VEH) based on the principle of variable magnetic reluctance has been developed to enable wireless and maintenance-free power supply for condition monitoring sensors in vibrating machinery. Conventional battery or wired s...

Multi-laser powder bed fusion is an emerging additive manufacturing technology that enables the production of high-performance components with intricate geometries and large aspect ratios. These tall, slender structures are highly susceptible to stee...

This study explores the viability of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) as a structural material for compressed air storage (CAES) systems, combining comprehensive experimental testing and numerical simulations. Scaled (1:20) CAES tanks were desi...

This paper presents a practical and cost-effective method for in-motion estimation of a vehicle’s CoG position in all three directions by measuring accelerations during two types of maneuvers: braking (longitudinal and vertical CoG estimation)...

Simplified and scalable models of physical systems are extremely valuable in a variety of different engineering fields to test and diagnose particular modes of failure and optimize build conditions. In this work, we develop a practical method to prep...

This study investigates the fatigue strength of a motor hanger used in high-speed electric multiple units (EMUs). Finite element analysis and field measurements revealed that reduced weld penetration significantly increases stresses in welded regions...

Optimising the learning rate is essential for efficient neural network training, but static methods can cause overshooting or undershooting, while adaptive techniques like ADAM often struggle to balance exploration and exploitation. We introduce the...

Ionic propulsion, where charged particles, ions, are produced between electrodes and accelerate towards the negative electrode, has practical applications as a propulsion system in the space industry; however, its adoption to in-atmosphere ionic prop...

This paper presents three different approaches for generating points along the interaction diagram corresponding to design load effects—shear, bending moment, and axial force—to achieve optimal shear strength adequacy with the Australian...

Aluminum light poles are essential components of modern infrastructure, providing illumination for highways, urban areas, and pedestrian pathways. Despite their importance, structural vulnerabilities in handholes—necessary for electrical access...

This study addresses the critical challenge of variable image quality in deep learning-based automated pest identification. We propose a holistic pipeline that integrates systematic Image Quality Assessment (IQA) with tailored preprocessing to enhanc...

Roll-to-roll production of thin organic and large-area electronic (TOLAE) devices often involves a two-step process per functional layer: a continuous, un-pattered deposition of the film and subsequent structuring process, such as laser ablation. Thi...

In this paper, an integrated geometric and thermal-induced errors prediction approach for active error compensation in machine tools is proposed and evaluated. The proposed approach is based on a hybrid of physical and neural network predictive model...

Natural fiber-reinforced unidirectional composites are increasingly adopted in modern industries due to their superior mechanical performance and desirable properties from both material and engineering perspectives. Among various approaches, represen...

This research presents a detailed Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of 26 mm Crown cork metal closures used in glass bottle packaging, with the objective of quantifying and comparing their environmental impacts across all life cycle stages. This study adhe...

We describe the problem of estimating the speaker’s head orientation from the asynchronous multi-channel waveforms observed by microphones distributed in a room. In particular, we address a novel problem of estimating head orientation from soun...

Conventional thermomechanical models recently failed to reproduce the temperature profile measured during rapid annular laser heating of a disk, with discrepancies of up to 150 K. One might have thought that these discrepancies resulted from neglecti...

Traditional empirical correlations for predicting saturated flow boiling heat transfer coefficients (HTC) often struggle with accuracy and generalizability, particularly across different refrigerants, heat exchanger geometries, and operating conditio...

To demonstrate the difference between non-ideal experiments and idealized analytical models, bending vibrations of a frame structure have been analyzed in the context of hands-on teaching in structural dynamics. Both experimental modal analysis and m...

The research presents the thermal performance comparison of silicone and non-silicone thermal pads using a steady-state thermal interface material (TIM) testing apparatus. The TIM tester follows standard guidelines for testing thermal properties. TIM...

In this review paper, we briefly discuss the occurrence of oil spills and their behavior under natural sea conditions and clean-up methods, as well as their environmental and economic impacts. We discuss methodologies for oil spill modeling used to p...

According to the International Diabetes Federation, approximately 537 million adults suffered from diabetes in 2021, a number that is projected to rise to 783 million by 2045. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood glucose...

This study evaluates the environmental impact of swimming goggles through a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), comparing virgin and recycled polycarbonate models. It identifies key hotspots, assesses circular economy benefits, and examines barriers to sust...

The present article compares the Proportional Directional Control Valve (PDCV) and the Stepper Motor-Driven Orbitrol Valve (SMDOV) coupled to the steering system of the articulated steered vehicles. Simulation models of both valve coupled steering sy...

The Portevin-Le Chatelier (PLC) effect has been studied for many decades, yet the influence of testing modes has received limited attention. In the past 20 years, it has become increasingly recognized that the stiffness of the testing machine can sig...

This study presents the electrical and optical properties of 35P₂O₅–xV₂O₅–(65–x) Sb₂O₃ glasses for 0 ≤ x ≤ 65 mol%. The direct current (DC) resistivity was measured by the Van der Pauw method and optical absorption spectra wer...

Background: Different treatments may be required for paroxysmal versus non-paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. However, they may be difficult to distinguish on an electrocardiogram (ECG). Machine learning methods may aid in differentiating these conditio...

Seed priming is an innovative pre-planting technique to improve germination and accelerate early seedling growth, offering a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to chemical treatments. In this study, silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were synthesized...

Material extrusion additive manufacturing (MEAM) has emerged as a versatile and widely adopted 3D printing technology due to its cost-effectiveness and ability to process a diverse range of materials. However, achieving consistent part quality and re...

Renewable fuels produced from animal- and plant-based edible oils have emerged as an alternative to oil and natural gas. Burgeoning interest in renewables can be attributed to the rapid depletion of fossil fuels caused by the global energy demand and...

Mining by-products present both an environmental challenge and a resource opportunity. This review investigates their potential application in road pavement construction, focusing on materials such as fly ash, slag, sulphur, red mud, tailings, and si...

While extensive research has addressed electromechanical systems interacting with power electronic converters, most studies lack a unified modeling framework that simultaneously captures converter switching behavior, nonlinear dynamics, and linearize...

In this paper, we introduce the Levy Flight-enhanced Whale Optimization Algorithm with Tabu Search elements (LWOATS), an innovative hybrid optimization approach that enhances the standard Whale Optimization Algorithm (WOA) with advanced local search...

Springback represents the deflection of a workpiece after releasing the forming tools or dies, which influences the quality and precision of the final products. It is basically governed by the elastic strain recovery of the material after unloading....

This study introduced a systematic framework to develop practical design guidelines specifically for filament-based material extrusion of metals (MEX/M), an additive manufacturing (AM) process defined by ISO/ASTM 52900. MEX/M provides a cost-efficien...

Hydrostatic transmissions are essential in applications demanding variable torque and speed, such as mining and agricultural machinery, due to their compact design, high power-to-weight ratio, and efficient variable speed control. Despite these advan...

The Dynamic Stiffness Matrix (DSM) of a structure is a frequency-dependent stiffness matrix relating the actions (forces and moments) and displacements (translations and rotations) when the structure vibrates at a given frequency. The DSM may be used...

Additive manufacturing (AM) technologies have witnessed remarkable advancements, offering opportunities to produce complex components across various industries. This paper explores the potential of AM for fabricating bipolar plates (BPPs) in fuel cel...

This paper presents a new computational library for pneumatic circuits, written in the specialized circuit-oriented language “Modelica”, and executed within an open-source IDE, “OpenModelica”, freely available for downloading...

Pillar-to-pillar dashboards have become common in modern electric vehicles. These dashboards are made of liquid crystal displays (LCDs), of which backlight units (BLUs) are an integral part. Particulate contamination inside BLUs can lead to either an...

The vibration response of a component, particularly the frequency response of the component, can be used in the determination of the loss factor damping, η, due to energy dissipation and the elastic modulus (E). The ASTM E756-04 standard provides...

Precise flow measurement is crucial in fluid power systems. Especially in combination with pressure, hydraulic power can be particularly beneficial for predictive maintenance and control applications. However, conventional flow sensors in fluid power...

The landscape of experimental and theoretical analysis is evolving rapidly, driven by advancements in computational methods, data analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI) [...]

Stress is a natural response of the organism to challenging situations, but its accurate detection is challenging due to its subjective nature. This study proposes a model based on depth-separable convolutional neural networks (DSCNN) to analyze hear...

Accurate flow measurement is critical for hydraulic systems because it represents a crucial parameter in the control of fluid power systems and enables the calculation of hydraulic power when combined with pressure data, which is valuable for applica...

Regular aircraft engine inspections play a crucial role in aviation safety. However, traditional inspections are often performed manually, relying heavily on the judgment and experience of operators. This paper presents a data-driven deep learning fr...

The climate crisis represents one of the greatest contemporary global challenges, requiring actions to mitigate its impacts and sustainable solutions to meet the growing demands for clean energy and coastal protection. Therefore, the study of devices...

Tunneling in loose soil and urban areas presents numerous challenges. One effective solution is the use of Earth Pressure Balance Shields (EPBSs). Maintaining the correct balance of pressure at the tunnel face is critical, as applying too little pres...

Nowadays, electromobility has a significant role in transportation; different electrically driven vehicles are spreading continuously. Due to this form of drivetrain, fire safety hazards have also changed when compared to those of conventional vehicl...

The accurate design of tribological contacts, such as those in bearings and gearboxes, makes them highly efficient and helps reduce emission in all driven systems. Traditionally, this process requires more lubricant data than data sheets typically pr...