A Hybrid Short-Term Traffic Flow Multistep Prediction Method Based on Variational Mode Decomposition and Long Short-Term Memory Model by Qichun Bing, Fuxin Shen, Xiufeng Chen, Weijian Zhang, Yanran Hu, Dayi Qu

“…The prediction performance of the proposed hybrid model is investigated using inductive loop data measured from the north-south viaduct expressway in Shanghai. …”
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An integrated toolbox for creating neuromorphic edge applications by Lars Niedermeier, Nikil Dutt, Jeffrey L Krichmar

“…We introduce CARLsim++ with a closed loop robotic demonstration using neuromorphic computing.…”
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Vector Control of Doubly Fed Induction Generator Based on Sliding Mode Variable Structure by Yaoming ZHU, Lanhong ZHANG, Lulu CHEN

“…[Objective] Current loop is an important control link in the grid-connection process of doubly fed induction generator (DFIG). …”
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Practice of comorbidity management based on community chronic disease health management support centers: an introduction and discussion by Mengyun SUI, Sheng ZHANG, Yuheng WANG, Qinghua YAN, Fei WU, Chen FU, Minna CHENG, Yan SHI

“…Shanghai city has developed a comprehensive and closed-loop chronic disease health management system, which includes pre-diagnosis risk assessment and identification with tagged classification, intra-diagnosis standardized monitoring, data sharing integration, multidisciplinary collaboration, decision support, and post-diagnosis complication screening, intelligent follow-up, patient self-management, standardized health education, and re-evaluation. …”
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A proximal policy optimization based deep reinforcement learning framework for tracking control of a flexible robotic manipulator by Joshi Kumar V, Vinodh Kumar Elumalai

“…The experimental validation on robotic manipulator system through hardware in loop (HIL) testing substantiates that the proposed framework offers faster convergence and better vibration suppression feature compared to the state-of-the-art policy gradient technique and actor-critic technique.…”
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High-Throughput Sequencing Reveals Diverse Sets of Conserved, Nonconserved, and Species-Specific miRNAs in Jute by Md. Tariqul Islam, Ahlan Sabah Ferdous, Rifat Ara Najnin, Suprovath Kumar Sarker, Haseena Khan

“…The presence of microRNAs identified in jute was validated by stem-loop RT-PCR followed by end point PCR and qPCR for randomly selected 20 known and novel microRNAs. …”
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Close-Proximity Operations Design, Analysis, and Validation for Non-Cooperative Targets with an Application to the ClearSpace-1 Mission by José Vasconcelos, Serena Gaggi, Tiago Amaral, Charles Bakouche, Adina Cotuna, Ana Friaças

“…The analysis is adopted for functional chains such as the Navigation and Control, and the combination of a prototyping and a high-fidelity simulator is adopted for directed Model-in-the-Loop Monte-Carlo campaigns. The outcomes are intended to support the industry in the development of Close-Proximity Operations similar to that of CS-1. …”
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CFD Analysis of the Passive Decay Heat Removal System of an LBE-Cooled Fast Reactor by Jiarun Mao, Lei Song, Yuhao Liu, Jiming Lin, Shanfang Huang, Yaolei Zou

“…And the natural circulation driving force can be further increased by reducing the loop resistance or increasing the natural circulation height based on the present design scenario to enhance the heat exchange effect.…”
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Osteogenic differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells in cell-laden culture of self-assembling peptide hydrogels by Faye Fouladgar, Robert Powell, Vishalakshi Irukuvarjula, Akhila Joy, Xiao Li, Neda Habibi

“…We propose that the peptides provide integrin-binding sites that activate a cytoplasmic feedback loop essential for differentiation. These findings suggest that self-assembled Fmoc-FF peptide hydrogels, is a promising platform for bone tissue engineering applications.…”
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Liver Cirrhosis/Severe Fibrosis Is a Risk Factor for Anastomotic Leakage after Colorectal Surgery by Samuel Andreas Käser, Irina Hofmann, Niels Willi, Felix Stickel, Christoph Andreas Maurer

“…Based on a prospective database with all consecutive colorectal resections performed at the authors’ institution from 07/2002 to 07/2012 (n=2104) all colonic and rectal anastomoses were identified (n=1875). A temporary loop ileostomy was constructed in 257 cases (13.7%) either due to Mannheimer Peritonitis-Index > 29 or rectal anastomosis below 6 cm from the anal verge. …”
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A new sliding mode control strategy to improve active power management in a laboratory scale microgrid by Oscar Gonzales-Zurita, Jean-Michel Clairand, Guillermo Escrivá-Escrivá

“…Most SPVSIs on the market use proportional–integral (PI) control for their closed-loop regulation process. Although the PI controller represents an effective method for power management in a microgrid, it exhibits challenges in achieving proper system response and stability for active power generation. …”
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Structural Solutions that Increase the Dynamic Accuracy of a Wave Solid-State Gyroscope by D. M. Malyutin

“…The solution to this problem was the goal of the work.Using the methods of the theory of automatic control, the dynamics of a wave solid-state gyroscope with a metal resonator and piezoelectric elements in the closed-loop mode of Сoriolis acceleration compensation are studied. …”
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A neural network design for black-box identification of converter impedance models in arbitrary operating conditions by CHEN Bing, ZHAO Chongbin, JIANG Qirong, WANG Xu, WANG Fangming

“…In the data collection stage, the frequency sweep method is used to obtain the frequency response of the closed-loop impedance model under enough operating conditions. …”
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A new discrete GaN-based dv/dt control circuit for megahertz frequency power converters by Bright K. Banzie, John K. Annan, Francis B. Effah

“…In this paper, we present a novel GaN-based discrete current mirror active gate driver (AGD) for closed-loop dv/dt control, designed specifically for megahertz (MHz) frequency power converters employing power devices with low reverse transfer capacitance (CRSS) values. …”
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Analysis of Prevention and Treatment of Anastomotic Leakage after Sphincter-Preserving Surgery for Middle- and Low-Grade Rectal Cancer under Laparoscopy by Jia-He Yu, Xiang-Wu Huang, Yu-Cheng Song, Hui-Zhong Lin, Feng-Wu Zheng

“…Patients with a definite diagnosis, indications for laparoscopic surgery, and sphincter-preserving surgery were included in the analysis, and patients with a protective loop ileostomy and laparotomy were excluded. Results. …”
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A Multi-Layered Origami Tactile Sensory Ring for Wearable Biomechanical Monitoring by Rajat Subhra Karmakar, Hsin-Fu Lin, Jhih-Fong Huang, Jui-I Chao, Ying-Chih Liao, Yen-Wen Lu

“…Knot-shaped designs create loop-based systems that secure conductive paper strips and protect sensing layers. …”
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Control system for noise-resistant electronic speed controller of a brushless electric motor for an unmanned aerial vehicle by M. V. Parinov, A. N. Yurov, Ya. V. Skitskiy

“…The main ones include: the event switching algorithm; and the main endless loop of the microcontroller. The requirements for microcontrollers to create the various types of speed controllers are formalized herein and presented in the form of a set of mathematical expressions. …”
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Modeling and Simulation of Process-Machine Interaction in Grinding of Cemented Carbide Indexable Inserts by Wei Feng, Bin Yao, BinQiang Chen, DongSheng Zhang, XiangLei Zhang, ZhiHuang Shen

“…The characteristic equation of the closed-loop dynamic grinding system is derived to provide a mathematic description of the process-machine interaction. …”
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An Ultra-Wideband Reference Frequency Chirp Generator Utilizing Fractional Frequency Divider With High Linearity by Bent Walther, Lukas Polzin, Marcel van Delden, Thomas Musch

“…For this reason, we present a novel architecture combining a fixed-integer phase-locked loop (PLL) with a fast-modulated frequency divider. …”
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Analysis of the Seismic Performance of Site-Bolted Beam to Column Connections in Modularized Prefabricated Steel Structures by Xuechun Liu, Xiaoxiong Cui, Zhiwei Yang, Xinxin Zhan

“…The connection exhibited a wide hysteresis loop, which indicated good seismic performance. The results also showed that the connection does not slip under small earthquakes and could dissipate energy through slippage in the connection region under a moderate earthquake and through slippage in the connection region as well as plastic deformation at the beam end under a severe earthquake. …”
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