Apple Pest and Disease Detection Network with Partial Multi-Scale Feature Extraction and Efficient Hierarchical Feature Fusion by Weihao Bao, Fuquan Zhang

“…To address this issue, this study proposes an improved pest and disease detection algorithm, YOLO-PEL, based on YOLOv11, which integrates multiple innovative modules, including PMFEM, EHFPN, and LKAP, combined with data augmentation strategies, significantly improving detection accuracy and efficiency in complex environments. …”
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A novel hybrid nonlinear control of four switch buck-boost converter feeding constant power load in fuel cell-based DC microgrid by Hafiz Mian Muhammad Adil, Hassan Abbas Khan

“…Controller parameters are optimized using the slime mould algorithm, minimizing the integral time absolute error (ITAE) to address both transient and steady-state behavior. …”
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P-Band PolInSAR Sub-Canopy Terrain Retrieval in Tropical Forests Using Forest Height-to-Unpenetrated Depth Mapping by Chuanjun Wu, Jiali Hou, Peng Shen, Sai Wang, Gang Chen, Lu Zhang

“…A nonlinear iterative optimization algorithm is then employed to estimate forest height, from which a fundamental mapping between forest height and unpenetrated depth is established. …”
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Synthesis of a reversible quantum Vedic multiplier on IBM quantum computers by Mojtaba Noorallahzadeh, Mohammad Mosleh

“…Abstract Quantum computers provide considerable potential to enhance computing technology, anticipated to surpass conventional computers by resolving intricate challenges that existing systems cannot tackle. They use quantum algorithms for improved performance and depend on reversible computations based on quantum physics and linear algebra. …”
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Technical Code Analysis of Geomagnetic Flaw Detection of Suppression Rigging Defect Signal Based on Convolutional Neural Network by Gang Zhao, Changyu Han, Zhongxiang Yu, Zhipan Li, Guoao Yu, Hongmei Zhang, Dadong Zhao, Zhengyi Jiang

“…The single-stage object detection algorithm YOLOv5 (You Only Look Once) based on convolutional neural network model calculation is used, the scale detection layer and positioning loss function of the YOLOv5 algorithm are improved and optimized, and the improved YOLOv5 algorithm is used for experiments. …”
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High-Resolution Computed Tomography of Single Breast Cancer Microcalcifications in Vivo by Kazumasa Inoue, Fangbing Liu, Jack Hoppin, Elaine P. Lunsford, Christian Lackas, Jacob Hesterman, Robert E. Lenkinski, Hirofumi Fujii, John V. Frangioni

“…At an optimal detector sampling frequency, the ECBA provided a 28 μm (21%) FWHM improvement in resolution over the FCBA. …”
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A visual positioning method for tunnel boring machines in underground coal mines based on anchor net features by Xuhui ZHANG, Yunkai CHI, Yuyang DU, Junying JIANG, Wenjuan YANG, Youjun ZHAO, Jicheng WAN, Yanqun WANG, Chenhui TIAN

“…In combination with pose graph optimization, this model enabled precise TBM positioning. …”
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Infrared Small Target Detection Based on Compound Eye Structural Feature Weighting and Regularized Tensor by Linhan Li, Xiaoyu Wang, Shijing Hao, Yang Yu, Sili Gao, Juan Yue

“…Experimental results demonstrate that the proposed model can rapidly and accurately detect small infrared targets in bio-inspired compound eye image sequences, outperforming other comparative algorithms.…”
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Advances in the application of nomograms for patients with gastric cancer associated with peritoneal metastasis by Shiyang Jin, Zeshen Wang, Qiancheng Wang, Zhenglong Li, Xirui Liu, Kuan Wang

“…For instance, Ji et al. constructed a nomogram integrating PCI, preoperative tumor markers, and peritoneal metastasis duration, achieving an area under the ROC curve (AUC) of 0.985 for overall survival prediction. Imaging-based models leverage CT radiomics and deep learning algorithms to detect occult PM, with Huang et al.’s deep learning model attaining an AUC of 0.900. …”
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Interference Mitigation in mmWave Heterogeneous Cloud-Radio Access Network: For Better Performance and User Connectivity by Najwan M. Swadi, Firas A. Sabir, Hamed S. Al-Raweshidy

“…This paper concludes that optimized cell site deployment combined with association and clustering algorithms can significantly enhance 5G network performance, particularly in dense urban environments. …”
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Molecular biomarkers in salivary diagnostic materials: Point-of-Care solutions — PoC-Diagnostics and -Testing by Ziyad S. Haidar

“…Addressing these challenges requires continued research into improving assay sensitivity, data integration, and cost-effectiveness. …”
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Research on Hyperspectral Inversion of Soil Organic Carbon in Agricultural Fields of the Southern Shaanxi Mountain Area by Yunhao Han, Bin Wang, Jingyi Yang, Fang Yin, Linsen He

“…The results indicate that (1) the Spectral Space Transformation (SST) algorithm effectively eliminates environmental interference on image spectra, enhancing SOC prediction accuracy; (2) continuous wavelet transform significantly reduces data noise compared to other spectral processing methods, further improving SOC prediction accuracy; and (3) among feature band selection methods, the CARS algorithm demonstrated the best performance, achieving the highest SOC prediction accuracy when combined with the random forest model. …”
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Statistical Evaluation of Smartphone-Based Automated Grading System for Ocular Redness Associated with Dry Eye Disease and Implications for Clinical Trials by Rodriguez JD, Hamm A, Bensinger E, Kerti SJ, Gomes PJ, Ousler III GW, Gupta P, De Moraes CG, Abelson MB

“…The optimal generalized model improved predictive accuracy with horizontality such that 93.0% of images were predicted with an absolute error less than one unit difference in grading.Conclusion: This study demonstrates that fully automating image analysis allows thousands of images to be graded efficiently. …”
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Digital twin-driven management strategies for logistics transportation systems by Junfeng Li, Jianyu Wang

“…The digital model is dynamically adjusted based on prediction results, further optimizing the management strategy. …”
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CPFD Simulation of Operation Characteristics of a 10t/d Sludge and Biomass Co-incineration Fluidized Bed Reactor by REN Shaohui, YU Qiao, LIN Li, XIANG Jiatao, MA Lun, ZHANG Shihong

“…ObjectiveThis research aims to comprehensively investigate the operational dynamics of a 10t/d sludge and biomass co-incineration fluidized bed reactor through Computational Particle Fluid Dynamics (CPFD) modeling, addressing critical gaps in industrial-scale waste valorization. …”
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Lightweight UAV Detection Method Based on IASL-YOLO by Huaiyu Yang, Bo Liang, Song Feng, Ji Jiang, Ao Fang, Chunyun Li

“…To address this, we propose the IASL-YOLO algorithm, which optimizes the YOLOv8s model to enhance detection accuracy and lightweight efficiency. …”
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A Minimal Path-Based Method for Computing Multistate Network Reliability by Xiu-Zhen Xu, Yi-Feng Niu, Can He

“…To advance the solution efficiency of d-MPs, an improved model is developed by redefining capacity constraints of network components and minimal paths (MPs). …”
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Research on Designing an Industrial Product-Service System with Uncertain Customer Demands by Fei Zhang, Liecheng Jia, Weizhen Han

“…This paper presents a design model that integrates an improved affinity propagation (AP) clustering algorithm, quality function development (QFD), and axiomatic design (AD). …”
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Fully automated multicolour structured illumination module for super-resolution microscopy with two excitation colours by Haoran Wang, Peter T. Brown, Jessica Ullom, Douglas P. Shepherd, Rainer Heintzmann, Benedict Diederich

“…To optimize DMD diffraction, we developed a model for tilt and roll pixel configurations, enabling use with various low-cost projectors in SIM setups. …”
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Estimation of the Number of Active Sweat Glands Through Discrete Sweat Sensing by Jelte R. Haakma, Elisabetta Peri, Simona Turco, Eduard Pelssers, Jaap M. J. den Toonder, Massimo Mischi

“…Based on our findings, we provide recommendations for optimal device layouts to improve accuracy in estimating active sweat glands. …”
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