A paradoxical population structure of var DBLα types in Africa. by Mun Hua Tan, Kathryn E Tiedje, Qian Feng, Qi Zhan, Mercedes Pascual, Heejung Shim, Yao-Ban Chan, Karen P Day

“…By applying a novel ups classification algorithm (cUps) to publicly-available DBLα sequence datasets, we categorised DBLα according to association with the three ups groups, thereby avoiding the need to sequence complete genes. …”
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South African Rheumatism and Arthritis Association 2024 guidelines for the management of axial spondyloarthritis by A B Maharaj, R Benitha, K Makan, R du Toit, D Haasbroek, C Balton, P Govender, M van Dam, F Paruk, B Hodkinson

“…The ankylosing spondylitis disease activity score is recommended as a measure of disease activity, and a stepwise algorithm for therapy is provided. Screening for comorbidities and vaccination is advised. …”
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A Large-Scale Snow Depth Retrieval Method for Alaska Based on Point-Surface Fusion and Random Forest Model by Ningjun Wang, Tiantian Liu

“…The method integrates ground-based snow depth measurements with passive microwave brightness temperature data using the RF algorithm and incorporates geographic coordinates, elevation, brightness temperature, brightness temperature gradient differences, and time variables for each grid cell in Alaska, which significantly improves the accuracy and spatial resolution of the large-scale snow depth retrieval. …”
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Analyzing the influence of urban vegetation cover on land surface temperature in Southwestern Nigeria by Aladesanmi Daniel Agbelade

“…This study investigates the effect of urban vegetation cover on land surface temperature in southwestern Nigeria, using the spectral radiance method, the support vector machine (SVM) algorithm and the normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI). …”
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LPI Optimization Framework for Target Tracking in Radar Network Architectures Using Information-Theoretic Criteria by Chenguang Shi, Fei Wang, Mathini Sellathurai, Jianjiang Zhou

“…The resulting nonconvex and nonlinear LPI optimization problems associated with different information-theoretic criteria are cast under a unified framework, and the nonlinear programming based genetic algorithm (NPGA) is used to tackle the optimization problems in the framework. …”
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Low-Resolution Quantized Precoding for Multiple-Input Multiple-Output Dual-Functional Radar–Communication Systems Used for Target Sensing by Xiang Feng, Zhongqing Zhao, Jiongshi Wang, Jian Wang, Zhanfeng Zhao, Zhiquan Zhou

“…Furthermore, we propose a dynamic projection refinement algorithm within the alternating direction method of multiplier framework to efficiently solve these sub-problems. …”
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Establishment and Application of Stochastic Mesoscopic Concrete Model by Shufang Wang, Xiaoliang Zhai, Yangyang Gao, Jialu Li, Wei Hu

“…An efficient interference algorithm of ellipsoidal aggregate is proposed, which can reasonably control the thickness of the mortar layer around the aggregate. …”
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Comparative Analysis of Neural-Network and Fuzzy Auto-Tuning Sliding Mode Controls for Overhead Cranes under Payload and Cable Variations by Muhammad A. Shehu, Ai-jun Li, Bing Huang, Yu Wang, Bojian Liu

“…Control applications were conducted, and results based on graphical, integral absolute error (IAE), and integral time absolute error (ITAE) proved the effectiveness of the proposed algorithms. It was observed that the response of the controller with back-propagation-trained neural-network was more effective relative to that of the fuzzy algorithm.…”
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Accelerating ray tracing engine of BLENDER on the new Sunway architecture by Zhaoqi Sun, Zhen Wang, Mengyuan Hua, Puyu Xiong, Wubing Wan, Ping Gao, Wenlai Zhao, Zhenchun Huang, Lin Han

“…Ray tracing has become the most effective algorithm for image rendering, but its complexity and large amount of computing data require sophisticated HPC solutions. …”
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Learning-based page replacement scheme for efficient I/O processing by Hwajung Kim

“…We propose a model that learns the memory reference patterns of a given algorithm, enabling real-time determination of the optimal replacement policy. …”
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A Semi-Analytical Approach for State-Space Electromagnetic Transient Simulation by Min Xiong, Kaiyang Huang, Yang Liu, Rui Yao, Kai Sun, Feng Qiu

“…The approach also addresses switches during large time steps by using a limit violation detection algorithm with a binary search-enhanced quadratic interpolation. …”
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A Multistage Decision-Feedback Receiver Design for LTE Uplink in Mobile Time-Variant Environments by Juinn-Horng Deng, Shu-Min Liao

“…Based on the block-type pilot arrangement of the LTE uplink type 1 frame structure, the time-domain least squares (TDLS) method and polynomial-based curve-fitting algorithm are employed for channel estimation. Instead of using a conventional equalizer, this work uses a group frequency-domain equalizer (GFDE) to reduce computational complexity. …”
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3D printable and myoelectrically sensitive hydrogel for smart prosthetic hand control by Jinxin Lai, Longya Xiao, Beichen Zhu, Longhan Xie, Hongjie Jiang

“…Systematic in vivo studies were used to investigate its efficacy to control a prosthetic hand by decoding sEMG signals from the human hand via a multiple-channel readout circuit and a sophisticated artificial intelligence algorithm. Our findings demonstrate that the 3D printed gel myoelectric sensing system enables real-time and highly precise control of a prosthetic hand.…”
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A Logical Hierarchical Hidden Semi-Markov Model for Team Intention Recognition by Shi-guang Yue, Peng Jiao, Ya-bing Zha, Quan-jun Yin

“…A Logical Particle Filter (LPF) algorithm is also designed to infer team intentions modeled by the LHHSMM. …”
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Spread Sea Clutter Suppression in HF Hybrid Sky-Surface Wave Radars Based on General Parameterized Time-Frequency Analysis by Zhuo-qun Wang, Ya-jun Li, Jun-nan Shi, Peng-fei Wang, Ai-hua Liu, Xin-fan Xia, De-hong Chen

“…Then, the forward-backward linear prediction (FBLP) algorithm is used to suppress the spread sea clutter caused by bistatic angle. …”
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Exploiting Multiple Channels for Low Latency and Semireliable Broadcasting in Cognitive Wireless Sensor Networks by Tae-Sung Kim, Sok-Hyong Kim, Bo-Kyum Kim, Young-Yong Kim

“…Channel assignment algorithms can be applied in cognitive radio enabled networks which performs dynamic channel configuration for utilizing multiple channels. …”
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A Design Procedure and Control Method for Improving Efficiency of a Family of Resonant Converters Over Wide Operating Conditions by Jasem Shahsevani, Reza Beiranvand

“…Here, a novel design procedure and control method are proposed for the resonant converters, which have parallel components in their resonant tank circuits to address their light-load or no-load low-efficiency issues. This control algorithm is based on the frequency modulation method and utilizes a variable capacitor or inductor in the resonant tank circuit, simultaneously. …”
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Initialization Methods for FPGA-Based EMT Simulations by Xin Ma, Xiao-Ping Zhang

“…To accelerate initialization, software-to-hardware algorithm and structure are developed to automate initialization data sources for different topologies. …”
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Parallel Integral Equation-Based Nonoverlapping DDM for Solving Challenging Electromagnetic Scattering Problems of Two Thousand Wavelengths by Qin Su, Yingyu Liu, Xunwang Zhao, Zongjing Gu, Chang Zhai, Zhongchao Lin, Weijun Wu

“…A parallel multilevel fast multipole algorithm (MLFMA) is extended to accelerate matrix-vector multiplications of subdomains as well as the coupling between them, and the coupling between different subdomains is computed in the manner of near field to avoid the storage of the mutual impedance. …”
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Development of an AI-Enabled Q-Agent for Making Data Offloading Decisions in a Multi-RAT Wireless Network by Murk Marvi, Adnan Aijaz, Anam Qureshi, Muhammad Khurram

“…We employ a model-free Q-learning algorithm for training of the Q-agent. We use stochastic geometry as a tool for estimating the average data rate offered by the network in a given region by considering the effect of interference. …”
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