Research on a Target Detection Algorithm for Common Pests Based on an Improved YOLOv7-Tiny Model by He Gong, Xiaodan Ma, Ying Guo

“…In agriculture and forestry, pest detection is critical for increasing crop yields and reducing economic losses. …”
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Mapping Pressure Surge Source in Urban Water Networks: Integrating Low‐ and High‐Frequency Pressure Data With an Illustrative Real Case Study by S. Meniconi, A. Rubin, L. Tirello, A. Doro, B. Brunone, C. Capponi

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YOLOv8-CBSE: An Enhanced Computer Vision Model for Detecting the Maturity of Chili Pepper in the Natural Environment by Yane Ma, Shujuan Zhang

“…Additionally, SRFD and DRFD modules are introduced to replace the original convolutional layers, effectively capturing features at different scales and enhancing the diversity and adaptability of the model through the feature fusion mechanism. To further improve detection accuracy, the EIoU loss function is used instead of the CIoU loss function to provide more comprehensive loss information. …”
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Ferry Electrification Energy Demand and Particle Swarm Optimization Charging Scheduling Model Parameters Analysis by Tomislav Peša, Maja Krčum, Grgo Kero, Joško Šoda

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STar-DETR: A Lightweight Real-Time Detection Transformer for Space Targets in Optical Sensor Systems by Yao Xiao, Yang Guo, Qinghao Pang, Xu Yang, Zhengxu Zhao, Xianlong Yin

“…Optical sensor systems are essential for space target detection. However, previous studies have prioritized detection accuracy over model efficiency, limiting their deployment on resource-constrained sensors. …”
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Hierarchical Deep Learning Model Optimization Using Enhanced Evolutionary-based Approach for Fake News Detection by Deepti Nikumbh, Anuradha Thakare

“…However, these models are often complex, with numerous trainable parameters, making them resource-intensive. This work introduces the Deep Learning Model with Evolutionary Computing Approach (DLECA), a novel method for compressing and optimizing hierarchical deep learning models (HDLM). …”
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PdYOLO: A Lightweight Algorithm for Detecting Peach Fruits Against a Peach Tree Background by Jiajun Zhang, Jialin Zhang, Kazuki Kobayashi

“…First, the CIOU regression loss function in YOLOv8s is replaced with the WIoUv2 regression loss function, effectively alleviating the negative impact of uneven distribution of positive and negative samples during model training through a more balanced gradient gain distribution strategy, which significantly improves detection accuracy. …”
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A new hybrid distance and similarity based scenario reduction approach for stochastic economic operation of microgrid by Gaurav Gangil, Amit Saraswat, Sunil Kumar Goyal

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Performance optimization of active RIS-assisted near-shore dual-function radar communicaiton system by XU Miao, YUE Dianwu, SUN Yu, WU Xiangkai, YUAN Meng

“…To address the issues of poor communication quality, high demand for radar detection, and scarce scarcity of spectrum resources for maritime users in coastal waters, an offshore dual-function radar communication (DFRC) system assisted by a shipborne active reconfigurable intelligent surface (ARIS) was studied. …”
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Improved Building Information Modeling Based Method for Prioritizing Clash Detection in the Building Construction Design Phase by Iman Bitaraf, Ali Salimpour, Pedram Elmi, Ali Akbar Shirzadi Javid

“…The proposed method substantially improves clash detection and prioritization efficiency and accuracy, yielding considerable benefits in project management and resource allocation.…”
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MDA-DETR: Enhancing Offending Animal Detection with Multi-Channel Attention and Multi-Scale Feature Aggregation by Haiyan Zhang, Huiqi Li, Guodong Sun, Feng Yang

“…Conflicts between humans and animals in agricultural and settlement areas have recently increased, resulting in significant resource loss and risks to human and animal lives. …”
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YOLOv10-kiwi: a YOLOv10-based lightweight kiwifruit detection model in trellised orchards by Jie Ren, Wendong Wang, Yuan Tian, Jinrong He

“…To address the challenge of real-time kiwifruit detection in trellised orchards, this paper proposes YOLOv10-Kiwi, a lightweight detection model optimized for resource-constrained devices. …”
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Detection Model for 5G Core PFCP DDoS Attacks Based on Sin-Cos-bIAVOA by Zheng Ma, Rui Zhang, Lang Gao

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Integrated Machine Learning and Region Growing Algorithms for Enhanced Concrete Crack Detection: A Novel Approach by Wenxuan Yao, Hui Li, Yanlin Li

“…During structural repair, crack detection is the most critical step. Automatic detection significantly reduces the engineering cost and human factor error compared with manual detection. …”
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Application of the Analytic Hierarchy Process Method to Select the Final Solution for Multi-Criteria Optimization of the Structure of a Hybrid Generation System with Energy Storage by Andrzej Tomczewski, Stanisław Mikulski, Jan Szymenderski

“…This paper concerns the application of the AHP (analytic hierarchy process) multi-criteria decision support method for the final selection of the structure of a hybrid power system with RESs (renewable energy sources) and EES (electrical energy storage) from a set of solutions obtained through multi-criteria optimization. …”
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Detection of structural variants linked to mutton flavor and odor in two closely related black goat breeds by Lingle Chang, Xi Niu, Shihui Huang, Derong Song, Xueqin Ran, Jiafu Wang

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A COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION OF DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION ACROSS MULTIPLE BUSINESS FUNCTIONS IN SOUTH AFRICAN SMMES: INSIGHTS POST-COVID-19 by Nomfundo Gladys Khoza, Walter Mthuthuzeli Mkosana

“…Articles published between 2019 and 2024 were sourced from Scopus and Web of Science, and the PRISMA framework was used for selecting and analysing relevant studies. …”
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Understanding Impedance Response Characteristics of a Piezoelectric-Based Smart Interface Subjected to Functional Degradations by Ba-Phu Nguyen, Quang Hung Tran, Thanh-Truong Nguyen, Ananta Man Singh Pradhan, Thanh-Canh Huynh

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The interaction networks of small rubber particle proteins in the latex of Taraxacum koksaghyz reveal diverse functions in stress responses and secondary metabolism by Silva Melissa Wolters, Natalie Laibach, Jenny Riekötter, Kai-Uwe Roelfs, Boje Müller, Jürgen Eirich, Richard M. Twyman, Iris Finkemeier, Dirk Prüfer, Dirk Prüfer, Christian Schulze Gronover

“…The Russian dandelion (Taraxacum koksaghyz) is a promising source of natural rubber (NR). The synthesis of NR takes place on the surface of organelles known as rubber particles, which are found in latex – the cytoplasm of specialized cells known as laticifers. …”
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Accuracy of a ground-coupled antenna based non-contact method for detecting the integrity of lining contours by Ruilang Cao, Yanqing Yang, Yujie Wang, Xingsong Sun

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