A Path Planning Algorithm with a Guaranteed Distance Cost in Wireless Sensor Networks by Yuanchao Liu, Shukui Zhang, Jianxi Fan, Juncheng Jia

“…We prove that the distributed algorithm has low time and message complexity and c is no more than a constant. Under different deployed environments, extensive simulations evaluate the effectiveness of our work. …”
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Using UAV-Based Systems to Monitor Air Pollution in Areas with Poor Accessibility by Oscar Alvear, Nicola Roberto Zema, Enrico Natalizio, Carlos T. Calafate

“…Despite the fact that crowdsensing approaches could be an adequate solution for urban areas, they cannot be implemented in rural environments. Instead, deploying a fleet of UAVs could be considered an acceptable alternative. …”
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Real-Time Physics Simulation Method for XR Application by Nak-Jun Sung, Jun Ma, Kunthroza Hor, Taeheon Kim, Hongly Va, Yoo-Joo Choi, Min Hong

“…Balancing computational efficiency and simulation accuracy is challenging, especially in environments with multiple deformable objects that require complex interactions. …”
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles for Real-Time Vegetation Monitoring in Antarctica: A Review by Kaelan Lockhart, Juan Sandino, Narmilan Amarasingam, Richard Hann, Barbara Bollard, Felipe Gonzalez

“…This paper evaluates the feasibility of deploying UAVs equipped with adaptive path-planning and real-time semantic segmentation capabilities, which could significantly enhance the efficiency and safety of mapping missions in Antarctica. …”
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Intelligent Network Selection Mechanisms in the Internet of Everything System by Indrasen Singh, Meenakshi Munjal

“…In the Internet of Everything (IoE) ecosystem, it is necessary for connected devices to move between different access points seamlessly. As IoE is deployed in diverse environments, such as smart cities, industrial settings, and vehicular networks, ensuring reliable connectivity and uninterrupted services across different networks becomes important. …”
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A Lightweight Person Detector for Surveillance Footage Based on YOLOv8n by Qicheng Wang, Guoqiang Feng, Zongzhe Li

“…To enable person detection tasks in surveillance footage to be deployed on edge devices and their efficient performance in resource-constrained environments in real-time, a lightweight person detection model based on YOLOv8n was proposed. …”
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Digital Health: The Cybersecurity for AI-Based Healthcare Communication by Abdullah M. Algarni, Vijey Thayananthan

“…Future healthcare hubs (future proactive devices), which will be deployed in various remote locations, utilize their own cybersecurity solutions to ensure secure AI-based healthcare communication services. …”
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Joint trajectory design and resource allocation for UAV-assisted mobile edge computing in power convergence network by Junbin Cui, Yong Wei, Jianbo Wang, Li Shang, Peng Lin

“…Abstract In the power convergence network, a large number of intelligent power terminals (IPTs) are deployed, such as a variety of information collection terminals. …”
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Evaluation of Semantic Segmentation Performance for a Multimodal Roadside Vehicle Detection System on the Edge by Lauren Ervin, Max Eastepp, Mason McVicker, Kenneth Ricks

“…Inferences run on embedded platforms showed real-time execution matching the performance on the training hardware for edge deployments anywhere. Both camera and LiDAR semantic segmentation networks were successful in identifying vehicles of interest from the proposed viewpoint. …”
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A Novel Time Delay Nonsingular Fast Terminal Sliding Mode Control for Robot Manipulators with Input Saturation by Thanh Nguyen Truong, Anh Tuan Vo, Hee-Jun Kang

“…Manipulator systems are increasingly deployed across various industries to perform complex, repetitive, and hazardous tasks, necessitating high-precision control for optimal performance. …”
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ANAXAM @ TOMCAT 2.0: easy access to cutting-edge tomographic microscopy for industry by Margie P. Olbinado, Vladimir Novak, Christian Gruenzweig, Anne Bonnin, Federica Marone, Christian Matthias Schlepuetz, Goran Lovric, Marco Stampanoni

“…One of the main advantages is that ANAXAM has enabled speedy realizations of necessary sample environments that can be used during synchrotron X-ray tomographic microscopy experiments. …”
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Thermal ecology of the Mexican Garter Snake (Thamnophis eques): temporal and spatial variations by Crystian S. Venegas-Barrera, Armando Sunny, Javier Manjarrez

“…The information of Tb in T. eques through daily and seasonal profiles in different habitats could aid in understanding the effects of environmental conditions on the ecological strategies deployed by snakes on habitat selection.…”
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Proposing an Affordable Real-Time Camera-Based Safety and Quality Management Framework for Construction Industries in Developing Countries by Zanyar Omar Abdullah, Tahir Çelik, Tolga Çelik

“…By introducing an affordable, easy-to-deploy solution, this study aims to bridge that gap and improve industry practices. …”
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Large Language Models for UAVs: Current State and Pathways to the Future by Shumaila Javaid, Hamza Fahim, Bin He, Nasir Saeed

“…Large Language Models (LLMs), a key component of AI, exhibit remarkable learning and adaptation capabilities within deployed environments, demonstrating an evolving form of intelligence with the potential to approach human-level proficiency. …”
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Characteristics of the macroinvertebrate community structure and their habitat suitability conditions in the Chishui River by Xinyu Li, Long Yan, Xu Zhi, Peng Hu, Chongju Shang, Baolong Zhao

“…Hydropsyche sp.1 and Baetis thrive in environments with medium to low water depths, high flow velocities, and D50 ranging from 100 to 300 mm. …”
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Estimates of disclosure and victimization rates for fishery observers in the maritime workplace by Lacey Jeroue, Lacey Jeroue, Craig Faunce, Andy Kingham, Jaclyn Smith

“…Seafarers working in remote ports and onboard fishing vessels often face isolated, high-risk environments, making them vulnerable to sexual harassment, intimidation, and assault. …”
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Affective Computing for Learning in Education: A Systematic Review and Bibliometric Analysis by Rajamanickam Yuvaraj, Rakshit Mittal, A. Amalin Prince, Jun Song Huang

“…Classrooms are identified as the primary research environments; the largest research sample group is university students. …”
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Low-Cost LoRa-Based System for Continuous GHGs Monitoring in Cattle: Enhancing Agricultural Sustainability by Boonyarit Kumkhet, Nisit Pukrongta, Noraset Wichaipanich, Pubet Sangmahamad, Tanaporn Pechrkool, Virote Pirajnanchai, Patchadaporn Sangpet, Utthapon Issara, Attaphongse Taparugssanagorn

“…Both systems proved capable of reliable data transmission over distances of up to 400 m, making them ideal for large-scale deployments. In terms of cost, our system is significantly more affordable than other commercially available systems. …”
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Estimation of Groundwater Evapotranspiration Using Diurnal Groundwater Level Fluctuations under Three Vegetation Covers at the Hinterland of the Badain Jaran Desert by Wenjia Zhang, Liqiang Zhao, Xinran Yu, Lyulyu Zhang, Nai’ang Wang

“…Methods that use diurnal groundwater level (GWL) fluctuations have been applied to various ecosystems, especially in arid or semi-arid environments. In this study, groundwater monitoring devices were deployed in ten lake basins at the hinterland of the Badain Jaran Desert, and the White method was used to estimate the ETG of these sites under three main vegetation covers. …”
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Recent Developments of Directional Overcurrent Relay Coordination in Ring Distribution Network Based on Hybrid Optimization Techniques by Annas Alamshah, Suzana Pil Ramli, Nurulafiqah Nadzirah Mansor, Muhamad Usama, Hazlie Mokhlis, Hadi Suyono, Rini Nur Hasanah

“…Metaheuristics offer robust solutions but at the cost of high computational demand, and traditional mathematical methods, though precise, may fall short in dynamic environments. Pushing the boundaries of current methodologies, the paper investigates hybrid optimization techniques that fuse the strengths of multiple approaches. …”
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