Corrective soft bus-bar splitting for reliable operation of hybrid AC/DC grids by Basel Morsy, Matthew Deakin, Adolfo Anta, Jochen Cremer

“…As the original problem is NP-hard, this paper utilizes a column-and-constraint generation algorithm. Case studies on IEEE 5, 24, 39, and 67 hybrid AC/DC systems show superiority of the proposed method, manifested as significant improvement in operating costs, security, and converter redispatch needs, under different loading conditions.…”
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LSTM-MM: Efficient LSTM-Based Mobility Management for Power Inspection Vehicles in Smart Grids by Xiaoyan Wang, Xianfeng Xie, Shengnan Zhao

“…This scheme leverages Software-Defined Networking (SDN) technology to centrally manage vehicle communication and network traffic, integrating trajectory prediction algorithms to forecast the future movements of power inspection vehicles, optimizing route planning, and improving operational efficiency and network performance. …”
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Road Detection, Monitoring, and Maintenance Using Remotely Sensed Data by Nicholas Fiorentini, Massimo Losa

“…This Special Issue on “Road Detection, Monitoring, and Maintenance Using Remotely Sensed Data” presents innovative strategies leveraging remote sensing technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), and non-destructive testing (NDT) to optimize road infrastructure assessment. The ten papers published in this issue explore diverse methodologies, including novel deep learning algorithms for road inventory, novel methods for pavement crack detection, AI-enhanced ground-penetrating radar (GPR) imaging for subsurface assessment, high-resolution optical satellite imagery for unpaved road assessment, and aerial orthophotography for road mapping. …”
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Construction of Industrial Economic Management Decision Model Based on Three Parameter Interval Grey Numbers by Pao-Ching Lin, Tzu-Jung Wu, Jui-Chan Huang

“…In addition, through comparative experiments with other decision models, this model has shown superiority in improving profit margins, increasing sales, reducing unit costs, and reducing prediction errors. …”
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A novel canopy water indicator for UAV imaging to monitor winter wheat water status by Meiyan Shu, Zhenghang Ge, Yang Li, Jibo Yue, Wei Guo, Yuanyuan Fu, Ping Dong, Hongbo Qiao, Xiaohe Gu

“…The utilization of UAV-based imaging systems for precise assessment of crop hydration levels plays a pivotal role in optimizing irrigation strategies and enhancing the efficiency of agricultural water resource management. …”
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AI-Driven Belt Failure Prediction and Prescriptive Maintenance with Motor Current Signature Analysis by João Paulo Costa, José Torres Farinha, Mateus Mendes, Jorge O. Estima

“…The incorporation of LSTM networks and swarm intelligence algorithms led to a significant improvement in predictive capabilities, allowing for the early detection of degradation patterns and timely intervention. …”
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Reducing bias in coronary heart disease prediction using Smote-ENN and PCA. by Xinyi Wei, Boyu Shi

“…Its treatment and prevention face challenges such as high costs, prolonged recovery periods, and limited efficacy of traditional methods. …”
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Energy Efficient Heat Exchange Network for the Oil Vacuum Distillation Facility by Ved V.E., Ilchenko M.V., Myronov A.N.

“…The cost curves tools carry out the search of an optimal minimum temperature difference value. …”
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Advancing cardiovascular care through actionable AI innovation by Giuseppe Biondi-Zoccai, Arjun Mahajan, Dylan Powell, Mariangela Peruzzi, Roberto Carnevale, Giacomo Frati

“…Indeed, offline RL refers to a class of ML algorithms that learn optimal decision-making policies from a fixed dataset of previously collected experiences—such as electronic health records or registries—without the need for active, real-time interaction with the clinical environment. …”
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A novel biochemical analysis for ApoE4 quantification in plasma and discrimination of homozygous and heterozygous APOE ε4 carriers by Andrés Rodríguez, Olga Calero, Sergio Veiga, Miriam Menacho-Román, Ignacio Arribas, Lluís Cano, Guillermo García-Ribas, Miguel Calero

“…Discussion The e4Quant assay offers a rapid, cost-effective, and highly accurate biochemical alternative to APOE genotyping, suitable for clinical and research settings, particularly in assessing AD risk and optimizing anti-amyloid therapeutic strategies. …”
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Model‐Free Deep Reinforcement Learning with Multiple Line‐of‐Sight Guidance Laws for Autonomous Underwater Vehicles Full‐Attitude and Velocity Control by Chengren Yuan, Changgeng Shuai, Zhanshuo Zhang, Jianguo Ma, Yuan Fang, YuChen Sun

“…Conventional proportional–integral–derivative (PID) algorithms require frequent control parameter adjustments under varying voyage conditions, which increases operational and experimental costs. …”
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2H-MoS2 lubrication-enhanced MWCNT nanocomposite for subtle bio-motion piezoresistive detection with deep learning integration by Ke-Yu Yao, Derek Ka-Hei Lai, Hyo-Jung Lim, Bryan Pak-Hei So, Andy Chi-Ho Chan, Patrick Yiu-Man Yip, Duo Wai-Chi Wong, Bingyang Dai, Xin Zhao, Siu Hong Dexter Wong, James Chung-Wai Cheung

“…Herein, we present an environmentally friendly, low-cost, and nonionic fabrication approach for a 2H-phase molybdenum disulfide (2H-MoS2)-enhanced multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWCNT) strain sensor, developed via a systematically optimized vacuum-assisted filtration process. …”
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Development of a justification process for selecting alternative risk reduction measures by Pavlo Saik, Vitalii Tsopa, Olena Yavorska, Serhii Cheberiachko, Mariia Brezitska, Andrii Yavorskyi, Vasyl Lozynskyi, Vasyl Lozynskyi

“…An eleven-step risk management process was designed to determine alternative preventive measures, characterized by feedback loops that enable the selection of optimal risk reduction strategies.ResultsThis study presents algorithms for solving three types of decision-making problems regarding the selection of combinations of preventive measures from a defined set of alternatives. …”
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TinyML and IoT-enabled system for automated chicken egg quality analysis and monitoring by Omoy Kombe Hélène, Martin Kuradusenge, Louis Sibomana, Ipyana Issah Mwaisekwa

“…Traditional methods of egg quality assessment often lack precision and can be time-consuming and costly. This study addresses these challenges by introducing an innovative solution that combines Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, offering a transformative approach to automating the egg mirage process and improving overall egg quality analysis. …”
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The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Aviation Construction Projects in the United Arab Emirates: Insights from Construction Professionals by Mariam Abdalla Alketbi, Fikri Dweiri, Doraid Dalalah

“…The majority agreed that AI has the potential to revolutionize project management processes, improving decision-making, and efficiency. AI tools can predict delays, optimize workflows, and enhance safety through real-time data analytics and machine learning algorithms, reducing risks and human error. …”
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Learning Deceptive Tactics for Defense and Attack in Bayesian–Markov Stackelberg Security Games by Julio B. Clempner

“…By leveraging Bayesian techniques, we aim to minimize the expected total discounted costs, thus optimizing decision-making in the security domain. …”
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A bayesian network model for neurocognitive disorders digital screening in Chinese population: development and validation study by Yifan Yu, Shuaijie Zhang, Hongkai Li, Fuzhong Xue

“…Early screening for neurocognitive disorders is conducive to improving patients’ quality of life and reducing healthcare costs. …”
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Ensemble Machine Learning Model Prediction and Metaheuristic Optimisation of Oil Spills Using Organic Absorbents: Supporting Sustainable Maritime by Le Quang Dung, Pham Duc, Bui Thi Anh Em, Nguyen Lan Huong, Nguyen Phuoc Quy Phong, Dang Thanh Nam

“…To close this gap, our work combines metaheuristic algorithms with ensemble machine learning and suggests a hybrid technique for the precise prediction and improvement of oil removal efficiency. …”
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Incorporating Contextual Factors into a Comprehensive Analysis of Operational Efficiency and Service Quality in Healthcare Sector by Utsav Pandey, Sanjeet Singh

“…However, there is mixed evidence in the literature of both positive and negative correlation (e.g., the cost drivers of care providers vis-à-vis capacity expansion for better quality of service) between quality and efficiency. …”
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Robust Drone Video Analysis for Occluded Urban Traffic Monitoring Based on Deep Learning by Carlos Gellida-Coutino, Reyes Rios-Cabrera, Alan Maldonado-Ramirez, Anand Sanchez-Orta

“…Urban traffic management (UTM) relies on accurate vehicular flow data to optimize infrastructure and reduce congestion. However, existing video-based methods struggle with occlusions and complex trajectories in multi-directional intersections, limiting their applicability. …”
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