Secrecy-Constrained UAV-Mounted RIS-Assisted ISAC Networks: Position Optimization and Power Beamforming by Weichao Yang, Yajing Wang, Dawei Wang, Yixin He, Li Li

“…To address this non-convex, multivariate, and coupled problem, we decompose it into three subproblems, which are solved iteratively using particle swarm optimization (PSO), semi-definite relaxation (SDR), majorization–minimization (MM), and alternating direction method of multipliers (ADMM) algorithms. …”
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Investigating Defect Detection in Advanced Ceramic Additive Manufacturing Using Active Thermography by Anthonin Demarbaix, Enrique Juste, Tim Verlaine, Ilario Strazzeri, Julien Quinten, Arnaud Notebaert

“…For the first benchmark, reflection and transmission modes are tested with and without a camera angle to minimize reflection. The second benchmark will then be assessed using the most effective configurations identified. …”
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Experimental Characterization of Reversible Oil-Flooded Twin-Screw Compressor/Dry Expander for a Micro-Scale Compressed Air Energy Storage System by Marco Francesconi, Arianna Baldinelli, Luca Sani, Marco Antonelli

“…This paper investigates experimentally the reversible use of a 3 kW oil-flooded twin-screw compressor as an expander for a micro-scale compressed air energy storage system to assess its operation while minimizing operating costs and the need for adjustments. …”
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Bioresorbable fibers for interstitial null-separation diffuse optical spectroscopy using fast temporal gating by Vamshi Damagatla, Nadia G Boetti, Laura Di Sieno, Diego Pugliese, Ilaria Bargigia, Davide Janner, Alberto Dalla Mora, Antonio Pifferi

“…Time-domain diffuse optical spectroscopy with bioresorbable fibers could detect spectral changes without being affected by blood extravasation at the fiber tips and could help for long-term monitoring in tissue healing, thermal treatment, photodynamic therapy and ultimately, towards minimally invasive medical procedures.…”
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Multiwavelength Variability Analysis of the Blazar PKS 0727-11: An ~ 168 day Quasiperiodic Oscillation in the γ-Ray by Yuncai Shen, Tingfeng Yi, Vinit Dhiman, Lisheng Mao, Liang Dong

“…It is the first time that periodic variations have been detected in this source, and further supported by other methods: weighted wavelet z -transform, phase dispersion minimization, REDFIT, autoregressive integrated moving average model, and structure function analysis. …”
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Evaluating the Biodeterioration Enzymatic Activities of Fungal Contamination Isolated from Some Ancient Yemeni Mummies Preserved in the National Museum by Khalid Mohammed Naji, Qais Yusuf M. Abdullah, Aida Qaseem M. AL-Zaqri, Saeed M. Alghalibi

“…Therefore, it is recommended to improve the preservation system of the mummies at the National Museum to minimize the contamination up to the lowest level and protect the mummies from biodeterioration.…”
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Economic optimization configuration of energy storage in distribution network considering the attenuation of aging photovoltaic output by HU Haipeng, ZHAO Ping, LI Yan, HOU Qingxing, WANG Guanghui, LI Zhenxing

“…Building upon this analysis, an optimization model for energy storage configuration is established with a focus on minimizing life cycle costs and reducing voltage deviations at distribution network nodes. …”
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Aggregation Scheme with Secure Hierarchical Clustering for Wireless Sensor Networks by Tung-Shih Su, Mei-Wen Huang, Wei-Shou Li, Wen-Shyong Hsieh

“…In a large-scale wireless sensor network, a topology is needed to gather state-based data from sensor network and efficiently aggregate the data given the requirements of balanced load, minimal energy consumption, and prolonged network lifetime. …”
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Simultaneous Recovery of Hydrogen and Chlorine from Industrial Waste Dilute Hydrochloric Acid by N. Paidimarri, U. Virendra, S. Vedantam

“…The catholyte can be as low as 3.59 wt% because of fixed anolyte concentration of 1.99 wt% which minimizes oxygen formation. Preliminary results show that the simultaneous recovery of hydrogen and chlorine is possible with high conversion up to 98%. …”
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Development and Validation of a Wave-Propelled Semi-submersible Unmanned Vehicle by Tian Yingyuan, Li Weijia, Wang Zhigang

“…The proposed WPSUV significantly enhances collision avoidance through diving, reduced visual target and wind resistance with minimal structures above the waterline, and improved stability due to its lower centre of gravity. …”
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Theoretical knowledge enhanced genetic algorithm for mine ventilation system optimization considering main fan adjustment by Wentian Shang, Jinzhang Jia

“…Optimizing mine ventilation systems (MVSO) is crucial for minimizing this energy expenditure. However, current algorithms encounter challenges when applied to large-scale mines, primarily due to the complexity of variables and limited attention to optimizing main fans. …”
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Multi-Component Temporal-Correlation Seismic Data Compression Algorithm Based on the PCA and DWT by Mateus Martinez de Lucena, Josafat Leal Ribeiro, Matheus Wagner, Antônio Augusto Fröhlich

“…Careful consideration must be given to minimize the reconstruction error of compressed data caused by lossy compression. …”
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Dosimetry Assessment of Potential Hazard from Visible Light, Especially Blue Light, Emitted by Screen of Devices in Daily Use by Charoenpipatsin N, Yothachai P, Nuntawisuttiwong N, Wongpraparut O, Choosri P, Silpa-archa N

“…Norramon Charoenpipatsin,1 Punyanut Yothachai,1 Nuttaporn Nuntawisuttiwong,1 Ornnicha Wongpraparut,2 Pranomkorn Choosri,3 Narumol Silpa-archa1 1Photodermatology Unit, Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand; 2Shrewsbury International School Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand; 3Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Health Sciences, Christian University of Thailand, Nakhon Pathom, ThailandCorrespondence: Narumol Silpa-archa, Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, 2 Wanglang Road, Bangkoknoi, Bangkok, 10700, Thailand, Tel +66 2419 4333, Fax +66 2411 5031, Email doctornarumol@gmail.comAbstract: Visible light has been considered to have minimal impact on the skin. However, the increasing use of electronic devices has led to a significant increase in exposure to visible light, especially blue light. …”
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Effect of Mitomycin C on Myopic versus Astigmatic Photorefractive Keratectomy by Ashwag A. Almosa, Samah M. Fawzy

“…MMC’s effect on astigmatic patients was significantly better with acceptable safety and minimal side effects.…”
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Establishing normal range of fetal renal artery RI and PI values in singleton pregnancies during 18-38 weeks of gestation by Beenish Nadeem, Naushaba Malik, Anam Zahoor

“…CONCLUSIONS: These reference ranges demonstrate the minimal change of the fetal renal hemodynamics during healthy pregnancies pertinent to our reference population. …”
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Imaging in connective tissue disease-associated interstitial lung disease by Praveen P G. Rao, Kushal Joshi, Sidath Liyanage, Daniel Dalili, Gouri Koduri

“…LUS could be a useful tool in the early screening of younger patients at risk of ILD and in minimizing cumulative radiation exposure. High-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) remains the modality of choice in characterization, assessment of disease severity/progression, and response to therapy. …”
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Embedded Connector in Severe Optimization of Steel Plate for Shear Strengthening of RC Beam: Experimental and Numerical Investigations by Md. Ashraful Alam, Suliman A. Bakkar, Shahnawaz A. Onik, Kamal N. Mustapha

“…The embedded connector had a great effect in deferring and minimizing the debonding failure and accordingly increasing the maximum load of shear failure between 14.5% and 24% compared to control beam.…”
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The Role of Anxiety Scales and Serum Copeptin Levels in Determining the Preprocedure Anxiety Status of Patients Who Undergo Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy and Endobronchial Ultrasonograph... by Sümeyye Kodalak Cengiz, Canan Yılmaz, Ahmet Selim Yurdakul

“…Fiberoptic bronchoscopy (FOB) and endobronchial ultrasonography (EBUS) are safe and frequently used minimally invasive procedures. However, the decision to undergo an interventional procedure causes anxiety development and negative consequences in the individual. …”
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Dissipation Alters Modes of Information Encoding in Small Quantum Reservoirs near Criticality by Krai Cheamsawat, Thiparat Chotibut

“…Here, we investigate a minimal model of a driven-dissipative quantum reservoir described by two coupled Kerr-nonlinear oscillators, an experimentally realizable platform that features controllable coupling, intrinsic nonlinearity, and tunable photon loss. …”
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Managing Emergencies in Rural North Queensland: The Feasibility of Teletraining by Tarsh Pandit, Robin A. Ray, Sabe Sabesan

“…Whilst there are anecdotal reports of the use of teletraining for emergency medicine by rural doctors in Australia, minimal evidence exists in the literature. This paper aimed to explore the use of teletraining in the context of managing emergency presentations in rural hospitals. …”
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