Motion Control of a 4WS4WD Path-Following Vehicle: Dynamics-Based Steering and Driving Models by Zhonghua Zhang, Caijin Yang, Weihua Zhang, Yanhai Xu, Yiqiang Peng, Maoru Chi

“…The vehicle path-following control is exhibited by dynamic simulation in CarSim with consideration of a complex vehicle model and a variable-curvature planned path. Numerical results obtained are analyzed and show control models have capable of dealing with a complex path-following problem. …”
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Commitment, partnerships and operational research: three priorities for 11 EMR countries to achieve TB elimination by M. van den Boom, K. Bennani, G. B. Migliori, L. D’Ambrosio, R. Centis, A. Parvez Sayed, H. Y. Atta, Y. Hutin

“…CONCLUSION: Key identified obstacles to TB elimination in EMR were insufficient commitment/financing, sub-optimal partnerships/collaborations and operational research calling for 1) all-stakeholder-inclusive, sustainably funded TB elimination plans, 2) cost-effective tools to exchange strategic information and build operational research capacity, and 3) improved collaboration.…”
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Metacognitive strategies and critical thinking in elevating EFL argumentative writing proficiency: Practical insights by Noldy Pelenkahu, Muhammad Ilham Ali, Devilito Prasetyo Tatipang, Ceisy Nita Wuntu, Olga Anneke Rorintulus

“…During the previous cycle, the students showed strong skills in stating their goals and identifying their planned actions. They used different approaches to pinpoint a key topic for their writing and monitor their progress by effectively managing their available time. …”
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Comparative study of some species of the genus Acer L. in the Hirkan flora using dendrochronological methods by Agamalieva Aydan Gahraman, Mehrelieva Hokume Ilham, Mammadova Shalala Abuzer, Alieva Khadija Hezi, Esli Ilaida Aga Aleskerova

“…The study also includes monitoring the areas where rare and endangered species are found and developing action plans to assess and protect these ecosystems. The article presents studies conducted on samples of old species Acer hyrcanum and Acer mono, selected from the flora of Hyrcanus. …”
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Impact of Alternative Diets on Athletes: Analyzing Influence on Athletic Performance by Jolanta Mędyk, Michał Rogulski, Yauheniya Patarocha, Aleksandra Ślusarska, Paulina Błasiak, Małgorzata Wirkijowska, Patryk Mikołajec, Ruslan Huk, Barbara Bilecka, Jakub Wirkijowski

“…The findings suggest that well-planned plant-based diets can deliver notable health benefits, lower the risk of chronic illnesses, and enhance aerobic capacity without hindering performance. …”
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The protein transition: what determines the animal-to-plant (A:P) protein ratios in global diets by Adam Drewnowski, Kayla Hooker

“…BackgroundSeveral high-income countries have announced plans to reduce the animal-to-plant (A:P) protein ratios in their population diets. …”
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Urban product in view of the commercial activities in Algiers by Abbas Faiza, Lamri Naziha, Berghout Karima, Bachouche Nassima

“…Consequently, local authorities are striving to regulate anarchic free trade to preserve designated urban areas outlined in Algiers' urbanization plan for future organized urban uses.…”
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Postoperative complications and long-term outcomes after total and subtotal thyroidectomy: a retrospective study by Sobhan Javidi, Sepehr Sadrizadeh, Ali Sadrizadeh, Shokoufeh Bonakdaran, Lida Jarahi

“…The study revealed that TT was associated with a higher postoperative complication rate compared to STT. Individual treatment plans must be developed based on the risks and benefits of each surgical approach.…”
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Seasonal Abundance and Host-Feeding Patterns of Anopheline Vectors in Malaria Endemic Area of Iran by Hamidreza Basseri, Ahmad Raeisi, Mansoor Ranjbar Khakha, Abaas Pakarai, Hassanzehi Abdolghafar

“…Therefore, vector control measure should be planned based on such as feeding pattern, abundance, and resting behavior of these vectors in the area.…”
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The Investigation of a Method to Improve Static Stiffness of Automobile Body Use Eigenvalue Decomposition of the stiffness matrix. by Akira SATOMURA, Kohei FURUYA, Shinichi MARUYAMA, Shinji NISHIWAKI

“…However, when designing the mutual average compliance defined by the sum of the weights of displacements including displacements other than the external force acting point, it is difficult to derive a design plan because the strain energy, which is a general rigidity index, is not proportional to the mutual average compliance. …”
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Value of contrast-enhanced ultrasound in diagnosis of thrombus in inferior vena cava filter by ZHANG Jian, QIAN Weiqing, YI Xiaolei

“…Conclusions CEUS is valuable for evaluating filter thrombus prior to removal, providing a basis for preoperative assessment of surgical risks, selection of treatment plans, and prevention of complications.…”
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Detection and Genetic Analysis of Porcine Bocavirus in Different Swine Herds in North Central China by Mengmeng Liu, Yi Li, Dong Sun, Yihe Xia, Jinhai Huang, Lili Guo

“…In this study, a survey was conducted to evaluate the prevalence of PBoV in slaughter pigs, sick pigs, asymptomatic pigs and classical swine fever virus (CSFV) eradication plan herds in five provinces of China (Henan, Liaoning, Shandong, Hebei and Tianjin) by means of PCR targeting NS1 gene of PBoV. …”
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Metodología para valorar y clasificar herramientas de evaluación de accesibilidad web by Javier Hernán López Zambrano, Ramón Joffre Moreira Pico, Nathaly Valeria Alava Cagua

“…El modelo propuesto comprende una metodología cíclica y se denomina IPAC, por las siglas en inglés de sus cuatro etapas: Inspect-Plan-Assess-Categorize, que pretenden categorizar y/o recategorizar las herramientas de evaluación de accesibilidad Web, cuyas funciones incorporadas son cambiantes en el tiempo. …”
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Application of Presplitting Blasting Technology in Surrounding Rock Control of Gob-Side Entry Retaining with Hard Roof: A Case Study by Shuang Gong, Yi Tan, Yunpeng Liu, Dan Zhu, Yang Yu

“…The results showed that deep holes and shallow holes with small spacing and parallel to each other shall be arranged on the planned seam line. The peeping results show that the crack formation rate in the charging section exceeds 85% in the process of deep hole blasting. …”
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Deprescribing: An umbrella review by Japelj Nuša, Horvat Nejc, Knez Lea, Kos Mitja

“…Reviews reporting deprescribing were included, while those where depre-scribing was not planned and supervised by a healthcare professional were excluded. …”
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From the guest editors by Urszula Ledzewicz, Eugene Kashdan, Heinz Schättler, Nir Sochen

“…The workshop, initially planned as a small meeting,was an overwhelming success with 170 participants from Israel, theUS, Canada and Europe. …”
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Ground validation of manipulator adaptive variable admittance control method for detumbling a space noncooperative satellite by Xinlin Bai, Xiwen Li, Zhen Zhao, Zhigang Xu

“…The ground experiment process for detumbling a space noncooperative spinning satellite is formulated, and the time sequence for its five phases is planned. The experimental results show that during the relative detumbling process, the spin angular velocity of the simulated space noncooperative satellite gradually decreases to the desired value of − 0.089°/s, significantly outperforming the fixed admittance control method. …”
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Estimation of Sialic Acid and IL10 Levels in Stage 1 and 2 Periodontitis Patients by Sudhir Rama Varma, Biju Thomas, Amitha Ramesh, Suchetha Kumari, Shahira, Zainab Abdullah Muhammad Al Saadi, Rabia Asif Mahmood

“…The role of biomarkers in staging and grading periodontal disease has become detrimental in relation to the overall treatment plan. This study aimed at evaluating and comparing the role of sialic acid and IL10 in the early and moderate stages of periodontitis. …”
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Prospective scenarios for the personal responsibility promotion with health in Cuba until 2030 by Isabel Pilar Luis Gonzalvez, Yusdanys Torres Jimenez, Adolfo Gerardo Álvarez Pérez

“…It is proposed to complete the exercise of strategic foresight, assessing the policy principles, strategies and actions to be included in a policy or strategic action plan to achieve the target scenario.</p>…”
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Ciudadanía: análisis de algunos elementos del Modelo de Responsabilidad Social Universitaria en una universidad pública by Nancy Marine Evia Alamilla, Rebelín Echeverría Echeverría, Carlos David Carrillo Trujillo, Rocío Quintal López

“…Asignatura que forma parte de las acciones de su Plan de Desarrollo Institucional. Finalmente, se establecen líneas de acción para el fortalecimiento del modelo.…”
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