Models to Assess the Effects of Nonsmooth Control and Stochastic Perturbation on Pest Control: A Pest-Natural-Enemy Ecosystem by Xuewen Tan, Wenjie Qin, Guangyao Tang, Changcheng Xiang, Xinzhi Liu

“…Then, a state-dependent stochastic ecosystem with IPM strategy is proposed. By employing the numerical simulations, the effects of ambient noise intensity on pest-outbreak are discussed. …”
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Robust Command Filtered Adaptive Backstepping Control for a Quadrotor Aircraft by Yicheng Liu, Junhui Ma, Haiyan Tu

“…Instead, command filter backstepping is employed to design the controller based on the integrated motion model such that the stability can be guaranteed strictly for the flight control system. …”
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Output Feedback-Based Fuzzy Event-Triggered Synchronization Control for Nonlinear Multiagent Systems Under DoS Attacks by Xiaoru Lan, Limin Hou

“…To save the data transmission and communication resources, an event-triggered mechanism (ETM) is employed to the controller design. Then, based on the developed distributed secure estimator and fuzzy state observer, an output feedback based fuzzy event-triggered synchronization control approach is proposed by utilizing backstepping technology. …”
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A Comparison of Metaheuristic Techniques for Solving Optimal Sitting and Sizing Problems of Capacitor Banks to Reduce the Power Loss in Radial Distribution System by Tongfei Lei, Saleem Riaz, Hira Raziq, Munira Batool, Feng Pan, Jianfeng Wang

“…In this paper, several metaheuristic techniques such as particle swarm optimization (PSO), Harmony search, Bat, Cuckoo, and Grey-wolf (GW) algorithms are employed to find the size of capacitor banks. Loss sensitivity analysis is considered for the indication of candidate buses where a capacitor has to be installed to reduce the total system losses and ultimately increase efficiency. …”
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Image Sequence Fusion and Denoising Based on 3D Shearlet Transform by Liang Xu, Junping Du, Zhenhong Zhang

“…The high-pass subbands are then combined to employ the fusion rule of the selecting maximum based on 3D pulse coupled neural network (PCNN), and the low-pass subband is fused to use the fusion rule of the weighted sum. …”
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An RSA-Like Scheme for Multiuser Broadcast Authentication in Wireless Sensor Networks by Chen-Yang Cheng, Iuon-Chang Lin, Shu-Yan Huang

“…In this paper, RSA-like public key cryptography is employed to design a mechanism for multiuser broadcast authentication in WSNs. …”
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A Novel SLM Scheme for PAPR Reduction in OFDM Systems by Tian-Ming Ma, Yu-Song Shi, Ying-Guan Wang

“…A novel selected mapping (SLM) scheme is proposed, which employs matrix transformation, cyclically shifting, and linear combining algorithm to generate new candidates. …”
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Unveiling the Essence of Gastronomy: A Data-Driven Exploration of Culinary Expertise in the Nordic Region by Cheryl Marie Cordeiro, Nataliya Berbyuk Lindström

“…This study addresses these challenges by employing automated content analysis (ACA), including tools like VOSViewer and AntConc, alongside qualitative methods from systemic functional linguistics (SFL). …”
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The Impact of Agricultural Practices on the Environmental Management of Nyarubuye Sub-County Kisoro District. by Akampurira, Hellen

“…Chapter three detailed the implementation of data collection methods, employing both qualitative and quantitative approaches. …”
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Economic Growth and Foreign Direct Investment in Africa: The Mediating Role of State Fragility and Natural Resources. by Barugahara, Florence, Munyambonera, Ezra

“…Using data from 43 African countries from 2000-2018, the study employed the Dynamic System GMM approach to examine the moderating effect of state fragility and natural resources on the FDI–economic growth nexus. …”
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Assessing the Effect of Hand Crushed, Machine Crushed and River Coarse Aggregates on Concrete Properties. by Agaba, Derick

“…The research aimed to evaluate the mechanical properties, durability, and structural integrity of concrete when each type of aggregate is employed. By conducting a series of standardized tests, including compressive strength, tensile strength, and slump tests, the study sought to ascertain the influence of aggregate type on the concrete's performance. …”
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An Analysis of How Mother Tongue(L1) Affects Teaching and Learning English Language(L2) in Schools in Mpondwe-Lhubiriha Town Council Kasese District. by Kule, Josephat

“…Stratified and random sampling techniques were employed to ensure each individual had an equal chance of being included in the sample. …”
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Brand equity and competitive advantage in alcoholic beverage products by Emenike O., Kalu, Moses, Agaba

“…This study therefore investigated the effect of brand awareness, brand association, brand loyalty, perceived quality, and other proprietary brand assets on competitive advantage in alcoholic beverage products and producers in Kabale District Uganda. The study employed descriptive and multiple regression analyses. …”
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Hobbes and Kant: Materialism and Rhetoric by Gonzalo Bustamante Kuschel

“…However, he paradoxically employed rhetorical strategies in his new scientia civilis. …”
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Blockchain digital forensics: technology and architecture by FAN Wei, LI Haibo, ZHANG Zhujun

“…An off-chain distributed database was employed to achieve scalable, efficient storage, while smart contract templates enhance the reusability of contracts for similar forensic transactions. …”
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Gender within the Pursuit of Doctoral Education by Efiritha Chauraya

“…Purposive sampling was employed to settle on the participants and data were solicited through one-to-one semi-structured interviews. …”
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Magnetic Nanoparticles for Targeting and Imaging of Stem Cells in Myocardial Infarction by Michelle R. Santoso, Phillip C. Yang

“…In particular, superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs) have been widely employed for molecular and cellular imaging. In this mini-review, we focus on the application of superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles in targeting and monitoring of stem cells for the treatment of myocardial infarctions.…”
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Surrogate Assisted Design Optimization of an Air Turbine by Rameez Badhurshah, Abdus Samad

“…A three-level full factorial design was employed to find sample points in the design space for two design variables. …”
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THE INFLUENCE OF POVERTY ALLEVIATION PROGRAMS ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: EVIDENCE FROM NIGERIA by Benedict Azu, Ijieh Sunday Okubor

“…The essence of the study is to investigate the significant influence of various poverty alleviation programmes set up by various governments to reduce poverty level in Nigeria. The researcher employed the Ordinary Least Square Technique to measure the incidence of poverty. …”
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Behaviour change communication influences on food consumption behaviours and the demand for diverse nutritious foods in the Makoni District, Zimbabwe. by Delilah Takawira, Mthokozisi Kwazi Zuma, Xikombiso Gertrude Mbhenyane

“…This study evaluated the effectiveness of nutrition behavioural change communication interventions and food consumption behaviours and demand for nutritious foods in Makoni district, Zimbabwe. The study employed an observational and cross-sectional design using mixed-methods. …”
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