Shallow Foundation Settlement Quantification: Application of Hybridized Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System Model by Mariamme Mohammed, Ahmad Sharafati, Nadhir Al-Ansari, Zaher Mundher Yaseen

“…This research emphasis on the implementation of newly developed machine learning models called hybridized Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS) with Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) algorithm, Ant Colony optimizer (ACO), Differential Evolution (DE), and Genetic Algorithm (GA) as efficient approaches to predict settlement of shallow foundation over cohesion soil properties. …”
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Performance Enhancement in Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine Using Blade With Split by Adilkhan Tuken, Cemil Yigit

“…Chord length and angle of attack are determined by blade element momentum (BEM) theory. In the optimization process, the slope, position, width, and number of the splits were taken as parameters, and the optimum blade design was created. …”
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Room temperature ethanol sensors using V2O5 nanoparticles annealed at different temperatures by Amiri Vahid, Mirzaei Ali, Roshan Hossein, Sheikhi Mohammad Hossein

“…The boosted sensing properties of the optimized gas sensor were related to the optimization of crystallinity and particle size after annealing at 450°C. …”
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ANALYSIS OF RELIABILITY OF NONRECTORABLE REDUNDANT POWER SYSTEMS TAKING INTO ACCOUNT COMMON FAILURES by V. A. Anischenko, A. N. Ivanova, E. L. Mislo

“…There were discussed two problems  of conditionally optimization of  systems’  reservation choice, taking into account their reliability and cost. …”
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Cyclophosphamide Pharmacogenomic Variation in Cancer Treatment and Its Effect on Bioactivation and Pharmacokinetics by Ibrahim El-Serafi, Sinclair Steele

“…The utility of these findings in the development of new strategies for Cy personalized patient dose adjustment will aid in the future optimization of patient specific Cy dosages and ultimately in improving clinical outcomes. …”
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Neural Network-Based Lower Limb Prostheses Control Using Super Twisting Sliding Mode Control by Adisu Tadese Demora, Chala Merga Abdissa

“…The neural network structure is built using Feed-forward Neural Network (FFNN) architecture and Levenberg-Marquardt (LM) back-propagation training algorithm for accuracy, fast convergence, and reliable optimization of nonlinear relationships. The ST-SMC controller regulates the motion of the prosthetic joints according to specified reference trajectories. …”
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Analytical Solution of a Circular Opening considering Nonuniform Pressure and Its Engineering Application by Peng Wu, Yanlong Chen, Liang Chen, Xianbiao Mao, Wei Zhang

“…Based on the analytical results and engineering practice, an optimization method of support design was proposed for the circular opening under nonuniform pressure.…”
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Electromechanical Design of Self-Similar Inspired Surface Electrodes for Human-Machine Interaction by YongAn Huang, Wentao Dong, Chen Zhu, Lin Xiao

“…Mechanical and electrical coupling optimization strategies are proposed to optimize the surface electrodes with the 2nd-order self-similar serpentine configuration. …”
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A Data-Driven Urban Metro Management Approach for Crowd Density Control by Hui Zhou, Zhihao Zheng, Xuekai Cen, Zhiren Huang, Pu Wang

“…Large crowding events in big cities pose great challenges to local governments since crowd disasters may occur when crowd density exceeds the safety threshold. We develop an optimization model to generate the emergent train stop-skipping schemes during large crowding events, which can postpone the arrival of crowds. …”
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A Novel Hybrid MPPT Controller for PEMFC Fed High Step-Up Single Switch DC-DC Converter by Shaik Rafikiran, C. H. Hussaian Basha, C. Dhanamjayulu

“…Here, the first objective of the work is the development of the Grey Wolf Optimization Technique (GWOT) involving a Fuzzy Logic Controller (FLC) for finding the Maximum Power Point (MPP) of the fuel stack. …”
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Gradient pooling distillation network for lightweight single image super-resolution reconstruction by Zhiyong Hong, GuanJie Liang, Liping Xiong

“…In the GPDN we leverage multi-level stacked feature distillation hybrid units to capture multi-scale feature representations, which are subsequently synthesized for dynamic feature space optimization. The central to the GPDN is the Gradient Pooling Distillation module, which operates through hierarchical pooling to decompose and refine critical features across various dimensions. …”
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Safe havens for Bitcoin and Ethereum: evidence from high-frequency data by Fahad Ali, Muhammad Usman Khurram, Ahmet Sensoy

“…To do so, we employ dynamic conditional correlation (DCC), asymmetric DCC, time-varying parameter vector autoregression-based connectedness measures, dynamic correlation-based hedge and safe-haven regression analyses, portfolio optimization and hedging strategies, time- and frequency-based wavelet coherence, and high-frequency 10-min intraday data from January 1, 2018 to January 31, 2023. …”
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Maximizing Banking Profit on a Random Time Interval by J. Mukuddem-Petersen, M. A. Petersen, I. M. Schoeman, B. A. Tau

“…Furthermore, we analyze certain aspects of the banking model and optimization against the regulatory backdrop offered by the latest banking regulation in the form of the Basel II capital accord. …”
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A K-Dimensional Tree–Iterative Closest Point Algorithm for Overbreak and Underbreak Assessment of Mountain Tunnels by Zhao Han, Xiongyao Xie, Genji Tang, Peifeng Li, Shouren Li

“…The efficient and accurate assessment of overbreak and underbreak is vital to the evaluation and optimization of tunnelling quality, but remains a challenge. …”
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Multi-Functional Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface Assisted Security Communication Systems Under Imperfect CSI of Eavesdroppers by Rui-Bao Zhang, Dian-Wu Yue, Yu Sun

“…For this nonconvex optimization problem, we combine the penalty dual decomposition method, weighted minimum mean square error (WMMSE) method, S-Procedure Lemma, and general sign-definiteness to design an efficient solution. …”
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Working Load Characteristics of the PDC-Cone Composite Bit under Impact and Scraping by Kuilin Huang, Chunxiao Zhou, Yingxin Yang, Haitao Ren, Qingzhi Niu

“…This paper provides technical support for the performance analysis, formation adaptability evaluation, and cutting structure design optimization of the PDC-cone bit.…”
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Effect of Common Pavements on Interjoint Coordination of Walking with and without Robotic Exoskeleton by Jinlei Wang, Jing Qiu, Lei Hou, Xiaojuan Zheng, Suihuai Yu

“…We provide a basis of parameter change of kinematics on different common grounds for the design and optimization of robotic exoskeleton for motor recovery.…”
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Numerical Investigation of Heat Transfer and Flow Dynamics in Tubes with DNA-Inspired Slotted Inserts by Penglong Zhu, Guoxiu Sun, Ruimeng Liu, Sicong Zhou, Baisong Hu, Shaofeng Zhang

“…Within the realm of industrial energy conservation, the optimization of heat exchanger performance is paramount for the augmentation of energy utilization efficiency. …”
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Research on the lightweight detection method of rail internal damage based on improved YOLOv8 by Xiaochun Wu, Shuzhan Yu

“…The model achieves an optimal balance between detection accuracy and computational efficiency, addressing the railroad industry’s demand for real-time defect detection and ensuring accurate flaw identification in resource-constrained Rail Fault Detection (RFD) vehicles.…”
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Artificial intelligence in high-dose-rate brachytherapy treatment planning for cervical cancer: a review by Junyue Shi, Junyue Shi, Jun Chen, Gaokui He, Qinghe Peng

“…This review examines the progress and challenge of AI applications in HDR-BT treatment planning, focusing on automatic segmentation, applicator reconstruction, dose calculation, and plan optimization. By addressing current limitations and exploring future directions, this paper aims to guide the integration of AI into clinical practice, ultimately improving treatment accuracy, reducing preparation time, and enhancing patient outcomes.…”
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