Evolutionary Game for Dual-Subject Coopetition Relationship in the Product–Service System by Chunliu Zhou, Nannan Shen, Xinxin Zhou, Jianhua Cao, Hongfeng Dong

“…Finally, key findings include (1) the variations of market service demand and technology diffusion revenue drive strategy evolution; (2) the unilateral cooperation cost presents the law of diminishing marginal effect, especially on EOEs; (3) an optimal profit distribution ratio exists, which has the most impact on the probability of cooperation. …”
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Quantitative efficiency of optoacoustic ultrasonic treatment in SLM, DED, and LBW applications by Stepan L. Lomaev, Dinara R. Fattalova, Georgii A. Gordeev, Marat A. Timirgazin, Mikhail D. Krivilyov

“…Based on the simulation results, the phenomenological expressions are suggested to determine the optimal operating frequency and power for the pulsed laser to alter the microstructure and porosity effectively via cavitation. …”
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A selection mechanism using multi-criteria evaluation and hierarhical classifying tree for resume data processing by O. V. German, J. O. German, S. Nasr

“…The paper considers a problem of optimal feature selection for resume data processing by means of combining multicriteria evaluation technique and hierarhical classifying trees technology what makes it possible to build a selection mechanism without necessity to collect data for the learning purposes of real applicants. …”
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Duplicate Vas Deferens Encountered during Inguinal Hernia Repair: A Case Report and Literature Review by Maxwell C. Breitinger, Evan H. Roszkowski, Adam J. Bauermeister, Andrew A. Rosenthal

“…This report emphasizes recognition of duplicate vas deferens in avoiding iatrogenic injury and optimizing surgical outcome.…”
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Molecular Modeling Studies of Some Uracil and New Deoxyuridine Derivatives by Yousra Abdel-Mottaleb, M. S. A. Abdel-Mottaleb

“…Molecular modeling results reported in this paper are crucial in highlighting the quantitative relationship between the optimized structure and computed molecular properties related to four newly synthesized uracil derivatives with promising biological potential as anticancer bioactive agents. …”
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Influence of Concrete Compressive Strength on L-Shaped Shear Wall Performance in Buildings within High-Seismicity Zones by Salem Merabti, Layachi Guelmine

“…In this regard, we have developed reference models that adhere to seismic design principles and utilize optimized dimensions for openings based on the compressive strength of the concrete.   …”
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A RHCP Microstrip Antenna with Ultrawide Beamwidth for UHF Band Application by Yuan-zhu Liu, Shao-qiu Xiao, Bing-zhong Wang

“…The 3 dB RHCP beamwidth can be broadened by utilizing a combined ground structure with a hollow truncated cone ground plane and a metallic rectangular plate. Optimizing the half-angle θc of cone and the cone height hcone, a 3 dB RHCP beamwidth of more than 200° can be acquired, which is about 120° greater than its corresponding regular RHCP microstrip antenna. …”
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Landscaping on or near Septic Drain Fields by Whitney C Elmore, William Lester, James Moll, Andrea Albertin, Mary Lusk

“… Septic systems are common throughout most rural areas, and their care and maintenance are essential to the health of people, wildlife, livestock, agricultural commodities, and water resources. One way to ensure optimal performance of your septic system is to landscape appropriately near the drain field. …”
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Modified Carbon Nanotube Paste Electrode for Voltammetric Determination of Carbidopa, Folic Acid, and Tryptophan by Sakineh Esfandiari Baghbamidi, Hadi Beitollahi, Hassan Karimi-Maleh, Somayeh Soltani-Nejad, Vahhab Soltani-Nejad, Sara Roodsaz

“…A simple and convenient method is described for voltammetric determination of carbidopa (CD), based on its electrochemical oxidation at a modified multiwall carbon nanotube paste electrode. Under optimized conditions, the proposed method exhibited acceptable analytical performances in terms of linearity (over the concentration range from 0.1 to 700.0 μM), detection limit (65.0 nM), and reproducibility (RSD=2.5%) for a solution containing CD. …”
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Identification of Flight Area Identification Plate Based on an Improved MSER Algorithm by Hao Liu, Daiwu Zhu, Yuran Zhu, Xiaofan Xie, Haodi Zhao

“…The experimental results demonstrated that the accuracy of identification card content can be improved by the optimized MSER algorithm.…”
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A differential game model of intrusion detection system in cloud computing by Zhi Li, Haitao Xu, Yanzhu Liu

“…The system results support a theoretical foundation in detecting the malicious attack, which can help cloud intrusion detection system make the optimal dynamic strategies to improve the defensive ability.…”
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Precommitted Investment Strategy versus Time-Consistent Investment Strategy for a General Risk Model with Diffusion by Lidong Zhang, Ximin Rong, Ziping Du

“…Furthermore, we theoretically and numerically provide the effect of the parameters on these two optimal strategies and the corresponding value functions.…”
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Endurance Training for Cardiovascular Health: Insights into Risk Reduction and Heart Disease Prevention by Piotr Charzewski, Agnieszka Starzyk

“…A robust cardiovascular system enhances key factors such as cardiac output, stroke volume, and capillary density, which optimize oxygen transport and utilization during prolonged physical activity. …”
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Guidelines of the Polish Society of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetology and Pediatric Section of Diabetes Poland on insulin therapy using hybrid closed-loop systems in childr... by Agnieszka Szadkowska, Agata Chobot, Barbara Głowińska-Olszewska, Przemysława Jarosz-Chobot, Beata Mianowska, Małgorzata Myśliwiec, Agnieszka Szypowska, Agnieszka Zubkiewicz-Kucharska, Mieczysław Walczak

“…They make it possible to achieve optimal metabolic control of the disease in any age group while improving the quality of life of children and adolescents with diabetes and their families. …”
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On Modeling and Constrained Model Predictive Control of Open Irrigation Canals by Lihui Cen, Ziqiang Wu, Xiaofang Chen, Yanggui Zou, Shaohui Zhang

“…As a set of hyperbolic partial differential equations, they are not solved explicitly and difficult to design optimal control algorithms. In this work, a prediction model of an open canal is developed by discretizing the Saint-Venant equations in both space and time. …”
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Synthesis of a biocomposite based on Kluwih (Artocarpus camansi) seed starch incorporated with carrageenan as a functional additive and cellulose nanofiber filler by Fadlan Hidayat, Eti Indarti, Rahmi, Nasrul Arahman

“…The mechanical properties of the biocomposite were optimized using RSM. Zeta potential analysis confirmed the stability of CNFs, and XRD and FTIR analyses revealed improved crystallinity and functional groups. …”
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Damage Identification for Large Span Structure Based on Multiscale Inputs to Artificial Neural Networks by Wei Lu, Jun Teng, Yan Cui

“…For a real large span structure, the capacity of the methodology is validated, including the decision on damage placement, the discussions on the number of the sensors, and the optimal parameters for artificial neural networks. …”
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Application of Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm to Portfolio Adjustment Problem with Transaction Costs by Wei Chen, Hui Ma, Yiping Yang, Mengrong Sun

“…To solve the proposed model, a modified artificial bee colony (ABC) algorithm is developed for calculating the optimal portfolio adjusting strategy. Finally, a numerical example is given to illustrate the effectiveness of the proposed model and approach.…”
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Comparison of Photonic to Plasmonic Mode Converters for Plasmonic Multiple-Input Devices by Samantha Lubaba Noor, Francky Catthoor, Dennis Lin, Pol Van Dorpe, Azad Naeemi

“…Our design includes both directional and end coupling schemes of plasmonic waveguide and Si photonic waveguides of wire and slot configurations. We optimize the performance of the converters considering the pitch mismatch between the photonic and plasmonic waveguides, the total footprint, and mode conversion efficiency.…”
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Hybrid VTOL UAV technologies: Efficiency, customization, and sector-specific applications by Mohammed Osman, Yuanqing Xia, Mohammed Mahdi, Azzam Ahmed

“…By comparing current market offerings, this work aims to guide engineers and decision-makers in selecting optimal UAS platforms. Furthermore, recent advances in autonomous functions, material innovation, and 3D printing applications are also explored.…”
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