Environmental impact assessment of rapeseed production using the LCA method: Part one: Life cycle inventory analysis by Kiš Ferenc, Vasin Jovica, Milovac Željko, Zeremski Tijana, Milić Stanko, Savić Jasna

“…Collected or estimated input and output data are entered into the OpenLCA software, which, in conjunction with the ecoinvent 3.7 database, computes the results of the LCI analysis. The LCI result contains data on hundreds of different pollutants emitted into the environment during the processes that make up the oilseed rape production chain, as well as a detailed inventory of consumed or used natural resources. …”
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How to Achieve Efficiency and Accuracy in Discrete Element Simulation of Asphalt Mixture: A DRF-Based Equivalent Model for Asphalt Sand Mortar by Yu Liu, Peifeng Su, Miaomiao Li, Hui Yao, Junfu Liu, Mei Xu, Xiaodong Zhou, Zhanping You

“…However, modelling of asphalt sand mortar in this method remains to be a problem due to computing capacity. Larger-sized balls (generally 2.0–2.36 mm) were usually used to model the smaller particles and asphalt binder, but this replacement may result in the mixture’s unrealistic volumetric features. …”
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Modeling of autowave processes in active media with inhomogeneous properties by A. V. Gulaj, V. A. Gulaj, A. V. Dubovik

“…This paper shows the results of computer modeling of the processes of excitation and propagation of autowaves in distributed active media with inhomogeneous properties. …”
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Efficacy of 3D-printed patient specific implant for orbital wall fracture repair in a series of 40 patients by Min Kyu Yang, Seong Jung Ha, Gye Jung Kim, Junhyeok Ock, Namkug Kim, Ho-Seok Sa

“…We retrospectively reviewed patients who underwent surgical repair for unilateral orbital wall fractures using a 3D-printed PCL PSI. Computed tomography scans were used to compare the orbital tissue volumes and the morphological similarity (root-mean-square [RMS] conformance distance) between the fractured wall and the mirrored counterpart before and after surgery. …”
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Designing a Planar Fluxgate Using the PCB Technology by A. A. Kolomeitsev, I. A. Zatonov, M. I. Pischanskaya, P. F. Baranov, D. P. Ilyaschenko, E. V. Verkhoturova

“…The aforementioned characteristics can be achieved by using planar technologies and microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) in such advanced sensors.The work describes a complete R&D cycle, from creating the computer model of the sensor under study to manufacturing of a working prototype. …”
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Imaging Shallow Velocity Structure of an Inactive Fault by Airgun Seismic Source: A Case Study of Xiliushui Fault in Qiliang Mountain by Manzhong Qin, Baichen Wu, Yi Wang, Xueyi Shang, Yuansheng Zhang, Xuzhou Liu, Xiao Guo, Rui Zou, Yahong Wang, Dianfeng Sun

“…Based on the flexible and precise spectral element method, we computed broadband synthetic seismograms for a shallow low-velocity fault zone (FZ) to model the direct P-wave travel time delay and incident angle of the wavefield near the FZ. …”
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Postoperative Complications Leading to Death after Coagulum Pyelolithotomy in a Tetraplegic Patient: Can We Prevent Prolonged Ileus, Recurrent Intestinal Obstruction due to Adhesio... by Subramanian Vaidyanathan, Bakul Soni, Gurpreet Singh, Peter Hughes

“…He underwent open cystolithotomy in 2004 and 2008. In 2009, computed tomography revealed bilateral renal calculi. …”
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Simulation in the field of transfusion medicine: Scope and utility by Abhishekh Basavarajegowda, Dinker R Pai, Y. C. Nalini

“…The principles, pedagogies, and educational strategies with their modalities used in health care simulation like case-based scenarios, physical models, computer systems, standardized patients, mannequins, virtual reality, and integrated simulators are all being used and the scope for improvisation is always in the fore with technical advancements. …”
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Desired Compensation Adaptive Robust Control of an Active Vibration Isolation System by Bo Zhao, Weijia Shi, Ming Zhang, Jiaxin Li, Feng Li

“…The DRC term can improve the robustness of the system, which is used to reject the direct disturbance and the parameter estimation error. Furthermore, the computing time and the influence of the measurement noise can be reduced effectively by reason of desired compensation. …”
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A Comparative Study between Conventional Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercise and Virtual Reality-based Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercise on Quality of Life in Chronic Obstructive Pulmo... by Sridhar Shirodkar, Medha Deo

“…Virtual reality (VR) is defined as a computer-generated simulation, such as a set of images and sounds that represent a real place or situation that can be interacted within a seemingly real or physical way by a person using special electronic equipment. …”
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Primary scalar hair in Gauss–Bonnet black holes with Thurston horizons by Luis Guajardo, Julio Oliva

“…Employing the Regge–Teitelboim approach, we compute the mass and entropy of these solutions, both of which vanish. …”
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Micro CT Analysis of Hard Tissue Debris Accumulation Created by SAF vs. ProTaper systems by Diyar Kh Bakr, Hussien Al-Hwaizi, Raid Salman

“…This study investigated the amount of debris accumulated when the canal instrumented by SAF compared with ProTaper by using high resolution computed tomography (micro CT). Methods: Twenty extracted single canalled teeth were utilized for this study; and randomly divided into 2 groups. …”
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Recent Advances in Graphene-Assisted Nonlinear Optical Signal Processing by Jian Wang, Xiao Hu

“…In this review article, we give a brief overview of our recent progress in graphene-assisted nonlinear optical device and their applications, including degenerate FWM based wavelength conversion of quadrature phase-shift keying (QPSK) signal, phase conjugated wavelength conversion by degenerate FWM and transparent wavelength conversion by nondegenerate FWM, two-input and three-input high-base optical computing, and high-speed gate-tunable terahertz coherent perfect absorption (CPA) using a split-ring graphene.…”
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Unveiling the Complexity of Medical Imaging through Deep Learning Approaches by Javaid Iqbal Bhat, Novsheena Rasool

“…Specifically, an in-depth discussion is conducted on the Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) owing to its widespread adoption as a paramount tool in computer vision tasks. Moreover, an exhaustive exploration encompasses deep learning classification approaches, procedural aspects of medical image processing, as well as a thorough examination of key features and characteristics. …”
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Modeling to medical and economic data using: The transmuted power unit inverse Lindley distribution by Eman A. Eldessouky, Osama H. Mahmoud Hassan, Badr Aloraini, Ibrahim Elbatal

“…Several significant properties of the TPUILD, encompassing various reliability measures, moments, incomplete moments, and order statistics are computed. The parameters of the TPUILD were estimated through the maximum likelihood method of estimation, accompanied by a simulation study to evaluate the performance of these parameters. …”
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Incidence of Road Traffic Injury and Associated Factors among Patients Visiting the Emergency Department of Tikur Anbessa Specialized Teaching Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia by Bewket Tadesse Tiruneh, Berihun Assefa Dachew, Berhanu Boru Bifftu

“…Odds ratios with 95% confidence interval were computed to determine the level of significance. Results. …”
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Loan classification using a feed-forward neural network by U. I. Behunkou

“…Compared to logistic regression, implementing a solution using a feed-forward neural network requires more time and computing resources. However, the obtained most important values of Accuracy and measure are higher than those calculated using logistic regression [1].…”
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Quasi-3D model to simulate flow in straight channels within vegetation patches by Sahat Maruli Simanjuntak Yogi, Uchida Tatsuhiko

“…In this paper, we conducted a comparative analysis between the Bottom Velocity Computation (BVC) method for quasi-three-dimensional models, which is the enhanced depth-integrated model with sub-grid three-dimensional model, conventional two-dimensional model, and three-dimensional model to explore the three-dimensional (3D) flow effects induced by the presence of vegetation patches. …”
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A Super Wideband Directional Compact Vivaldi Antenna for Lower 5G and Satellite Applications by Liton Chandra Paul, Md. Mohiminul Islam

“…The antenna is designed, simulated, and analyzed by using computer simulation technology microwave studio (CST-MWS). …”
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Fat droplets in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) spaces of the brain by Mark Reed, Christopher Miller, Cortney Connor, Jason S. Chang, Forshing Lui

“…In this case report, we describe a case of a 74-year-old, right-handed female who presented with an acute onset of visual disturbances and left-hand numbness. Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the head revealed hypodense “lesions” in the lateral ventricles and basal cisterns. …”
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