Implementation of multilinear look-up tables as surrogate models for the ethyl transesterification reactor in equation-oriented simulator EMSO by Christian de Oliveira Martins, Felipe Fernando Furlan, Roberto de Campos Giordano

“…To circumvent this problem, a hybrid surrogate model is proposed that combines the low-cost prediction of the average behavior by a simplified model with the fine tuning provided by a multilinear look-up table. …”
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The Effect of Road Conditions on Acacia mangium Timber Hauling Performance by Yuniawati Yuniawati, Sarah Andini

“…These results would provide better information on low-cost and environmentally friendly timber hauling productivity.…”
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A Facile Synthesis of Granular ZnO Nanostructures for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells by Md. Mahbubur Rahman, Narayan Chandra Deb Nath, Kwang-Mo Noh, Jaecheon Kim, Jae-Joon Lee

“…Granular ZnO nanostructures of single-crystalline wurtzite hexagonal phases were synthesized by a facile and low-cost chemical method in aqueous condition. The average size of ZnO nanograin increased with reflux time, and it significantly affected the open circuit potential (Voc) while the short circuit current density (Jsc) was not changed much. …”
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Direct Power Control Strategy of PWM Rectifier Based on Improved Virtual Flux-Linkage Observer by Wenshao BU, Leilei Xu

“…In order to achieve the low cost and high performance control of three-phase PWM rectifier, a direct power control (DPC) strategy based on a new-style virtual flux-linkage observer is proposed. …”
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Berobat Kampung: Religion and Traditional Knowledge of Seeking Recovery in Borneo by Yusdiana Yusdiana, Hariansyah Hariansyah, Dedi Firmansyah, Dini Presti Billia

“…The preservation of traditional healing is due to very important facts; that it is low cost, being located far from modern health facilities and short time between risk of death and health resources. …”
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Unveiling the complex morphologies of sessile droplets on heterogeneous surfaces by Yanchen Wu, Hongmin Zhang, Fei Wang, Britta Nestler

“…This work provides a potential method to achieve highly complex morphologies of droplets via low-cost beforehand design of the surfaces, thereby opening up potential applications in 3D printing, printed electronics, and microfluidics.…”
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Antibiotic residuals removal via novel fabricated hydrogel from 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate and sodium methacrylate by Nahit Aktaş, Sinan Akgöl, Urmat Zholdoshbek Uulu

“…In conclusion, we suggest a novel microstructure, selective, low-cost adsorption polymeric material for the removal of Pen. …”
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Using citizen science Raspberry Shake seismometers to enhance earthquake location and characterization: a case study from Wellington, New Zealand by Bethany Hughes, Finnigan Illsley-Kemp, Eleanor Mestel, John Townend, Chantujan Chandrakumar, Raj Prasanna

“…   The recent development of low-cost citizen seismometers has opened new avenues for earthquake analysis. …”
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A Modified Fully Convolutional Network for Crack Damage Identification Compared with Conventional Methods by Meng Meng, Kun Zhu, Keqin Chen, Hang Qu

“…In this article, a modified fully convolutional network (FCN) with more robustness and more effectiveness is proposed, which makes it convenient and low cost for long-term structural monitoring and inspection compared with other methods. …”
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Road Markings and Their Impact on Driver Behaviour and Road Safety: A Systematic Review of Current Findings by Dario Babić, Mario Fiolić, Darko Babić, Timothy Gates

“…Since their first application to the present day, road markings have become a common element of road infrastructure and one of the basic low-cost safety measures. The aim of this paper is to provide a systematic review of the most significant academic activities to date regarding the influence of longitudinal and transverse road markings as well as road markings for hazard locations (curves, intersections, and rural-urban transitions) on driver’s behaviour and overall road safety. …”
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Electrospun Fibers of Enteric Polymer for Controlled Drug Delivery by Fábia F. P. da Costa, Evando S. Araújo, Marcio L. F. Nascimento, Helinando P. de Oliveira

“…The production of electrospun fibers of enteric polymer for controlled delivery of drugs represents a simple and low cost procedure with promising advantages relative to the longer therapeutic window provided by cylindrical geometry in association with intrinsic properties of pH-dependent drug carriers. …”
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Creation of Reliable Relevance Judgments in Information Retrieval Systems Evaluation Experimentation through Crowdsourcing: A Review by Parnia Samimi, Sri Devi Ravana

“…Researchers and practitioners are still being challenged in performing reliable and low-cost evaluation of retrieval systems. Crowdsourcing as a novel method of data acquisition is broadly used in many research fields. …”
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An improved ultrasound-assisted synthesis of phenytoin suitable for undergraduate education by Baowei Yang, Xiandong Zhai, Runzhe Mei, Pu Wang, Yicheng Mei

“…This method utilized ultrasonic irradiation in the presence of basic catalyst at room temperature and atmospheric pressure, resulting in shortened reaction times, good yields, and excellent reproducibility. By employing a low-cost ultrasonic cleaner for ultrasonic irradiation in student experiments, the need for expensive equipment investment during the teaching process can be minimized. …”
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Operational Evaluation of a Throughabout to Give Priority to Public Transport at Standard Roundabouts by Sajjad Zakeri, Abdoul-Ahad Choupani

“…A throughabout is an unconventional and low-cost design in which the central island is split to provide exclusive lanes for major traffic streams. …”
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A New Robust Method for Mobile Robot Multifloor Navigation in Distributed Life Science Laboratories by Ali A. Abdulla, Hui Liu, Norbert Stoll, Kerstin Thurow

“…This method proposes a solution for many technical issues including (a) mapping and localization with ceiling landmarks and a StarGazer module for achieving an accurate and low cost multifloor navigation system, (b) a new method for path planning to navigate across multiple floor environments called backbone method and embedded transportation management system, (c) elevator environment handler with the necessary procedures to interact with the elevator presenting a new approach for elevator entry button and internal buttons detection, and (d) communication system to get an expandable network; this method utilizes a TCP/IP network for the communication. …”
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Suitable Friction Sliding Materials for Base Isolation of Masonry Buildings by Radhikesh P. Nanda, Pankaj Agarwal, Manish Shrikhande

“…Green marble and geosynthetic are found to be better alternatives for use in friction isolation system with equal effectiveness of energy dissipation and limiting the earthquake energy transmission to super structure during strong earthquake leading to a low cost, durable solution for earthquake protection of masonry buildings.…”
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Multirotor UAV-Based Photogrammetric Mapping for Road Design by Muhammad Akmal Zulkipli, Khairul Nizam Tahar

“…In engineering survey works, the conventional survey involves huge cost, labour, and time. Low-cost UAVs are very practical in providing reliable information for many applications such as road design. …”
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Design and Construction of a Motor-Driven Conveyor Belt System. by Musiika, Justus

“…This project aims to design and develop a low-cost and more efficient motor-driven conveyor belt system using materials such as the D.C motor, motor speed controller, switch, pieces of wood, connecting wires, and improvised rollers among others. …”
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Design and Prototype of a Portable Stroboscope for Industrial Applications. by Bahora, Hassan

“…The prototype successfully demonstrated high accuracy and ease of use in various industrial settings. It is a low-cost solution to monitor machinery without the need to halt operations, thus improving efficiency and productivity. …”
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Bilateral Ground Reaction Force Prediction Using Deep Learning Models and Custom Force Plate by Ying Heng Yeo, Muhammad Fauzinizam Razali, Zaidi Mohd Ripin, Nur-Akasyah J., Mohamad Ikhwan Zaini Ridzwan, Alexander Wai Teng Tan, Jia Yi Tay

“… Several low-cost force plates have been proposed as alternatives for laboratory-grade force plates. …”
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