Estimating the Risk of Lower Extremity Complications in Adults Newly Diagnosed With Diabetic Polyneuropathy: Retrospective Cohort Study by Alyce S Adams, Catherine Lee, Gabriel Escobar, Elizabeth A Bayliss, Brian Callaghan, Michael Horberg, Julie A Schmittdiel, Connie Trinacty, Lisa K Gilliam, Eileen Kim, Nima S Hejazi, Lin Ma, Romain Neugebauer

“…Methods for early detection of individuals at high risk remain elusive. While data-driven diabetic polyneuropathy algorithms exist, high-performing, clinically useful tools to assess risk are needed to improve clinical care. …”
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Path Planning for Lunar Rovers in Dynamic Environments: An Autonomous Navigation Framework Enhanced by Digital Twin-Based A*-D3QN by Wei Liu, Gang Wan, Jia Liu, Dianwei Cong

“…This paper proposes a digital twin-enhanced hierarchical planning method, A*-D3QN-Opt (A-Star-Dueling Double Deep Q-Network-Optimized). The framework combines the A* algorithm for global optimal paths in static environments with an improved D3QN (Dueling Double Deep Q-Network) for dynamic obstacle avoidance. …”
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QoS-Based Resource Allocation in Multicarrier NOMA-IBFD Cellular System With Sectorization by Ananda Kumar Karem, A. Krishna Chaitanya, Satya Kumar Vankayala, Seungil Yoon, Ganesh Chandrasekaran, Karthik Muralidhar

“…To address this, we introduce a heuristic approach aimed at optimizing subcarrier and power allocation with the goal of minimizing required downlink powers while ensuring QoS for each user. …”
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YOLO-RDM: Innovative Detection Methods for Eggplants and Stems in Complex Natural Environment by Qin Liu, Zhibin Zhou, Lu Xiong, Meilian Lu, Jingwen Ouyang

“…Finally, the loss function is substituted with the MPDIoU loss, optimizing the bounding box regression algorithm and enhancing convergence speed and regression accuracy. …”
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Real-Time Human Group Detection and Clustering in Crowded Environments Using Enhanced Multi-Object Tracking by Hyunmin Lee, Donggoo Kang, Hasil Park, Sangwoo Park, Dasol Jeong, Joonki Paik

“…To address these limitations, we propose a novel algorithm that integrates an optimized YOLOv8 model with DeepSORT tracking, enhancing both detection accuracy and real time performance. …”
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The Role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Future of Forestry Sector Logistics by Leonel J. R. Nunes

“…Results: The results demonstrated that optimization algorithms reduced transportation costs and carbon emissions. …”
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Hydrofoil Installation and Performance Optimisation for Ship Resistance Reduction in Trimaran Through Particle Swarm Optimisation Method by Ghadimi Aliakbar, Ghadimi Parviz, Ghassemi Hassan

“…The optimisation method integrates STAR-CCM+ software with the particle swarm optimisation (PSO) algorithm as the optimiser. The flow field and wave patterns around the trimaran are analysed to assess resistance improvements. …”
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Development and evaluation of a triplex real-time PCR assay for enhanced plague diagnostics in Madagascar. by Beza Ramasindrazana, Zoé A Rahalison, Philippe Gauthier, Guillain Mikaty, Zaina I Bodoarison, Lanto A Maminirina, Soloandry Rahajandraibe, Mamy G Randriamanantsoa, Gilbert Kayoko, Jean-Claude Manuguerra, Anne-Sophie Le Guern, Andriamiliharison J Rasamindrakotroka, Minoarisoa Rajerison

“…Notably, the new assay resolved 100% of previously inconclusive cases from the duplex qPCR test targeting only pla and caf1.<h4>Discussion</h4>While a new plague diagnostic algorithm has been set up after the outbreak in 2017, the present study suggests a real-time PCR assay based on three genes to improve the speed and accuracy of plague diagnostic. …”
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Unsupervised Learning for Distributed Downlink Power Allocation in Cell-Free mMIMO Networks by Mattia Fabiani, Asmaa Abdallah, Abdulkadir Celik, Omer Haliloglu, Ahmed M. Eltawil

“…The proposed unsupervised learning approach circumvents the arduous task of training data computations, typically required in supervised learning methods, bypassing the use of conventional complex optimization methods and heuristic methodologies. Furthermore, an LSF-based radio unit (RU) selection algorithm is employed to activate only the contributing RUs, allowing efficient utilization of network resources. …”
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Enhancing Vertical Trajectory Reconstruction in SASS-C: Advanced Segmentation, Outlier Detection, and Filtering Techniques by Daniel Amigo, David Sánchez Pedroche, Jesús García, José Manuel Molina, Jekaterina Trofimova, Emmanuel Voet, Benoît Van Bogaert

“…We introduce four key improvements: (1) a novel segmentation algorithm for more precise flight phase identification, (2) an improved invalid height detection process using LOWESS and sliding window analysis, (3) a protection mechanism against simultaneous measurements at the Kalman filter level, and (4) an optimized approach for smooth overshoot correction during segment transitions. …”
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Adaptive Switching Redundant-Mode Multi-Core System for Photovoltaic Power Generation by Liang Liu, Xige Zhang, Jiahui Zhou, Kai Niu, Zixuan Guo, Yawen Zhao, Meng Zhang

“…Additionally, by analyzing the relationship between performance and reliability, we proposed optimization methods to improve reliability while ensuring a high performance was maintained. …”
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Projecting Forest Fire Probability in South Korea Under Climate Change, Population, and Forest Management Scenarios Using AI &amp; Process-Based Hybrid Model (FLAM-Net) by Hyun-Woo Jo, Myoungsoo Won, Florian Kraxner, Seong Woo Jeon, Yowhan Son, Andrey Krasovskiy, Woo-Kyun Lee

“…Enhancements included improving backpropagation for optimization and introducing algorithms for national-specific fire ignition dynamics. …”
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DMM-YOLO: A high efficiency soil fauna detection model based on an adaptive dynamic shuffle mechanism by Jiehui Ke, Renbo Luo, Guoliang Xu, Yuna Tan, Zhifeng Wu, Liufeng Xiao

“…Therefore, this paper proposes an improved algorithm based on You Only Look Once (YOLO) v9, which enhances feature capture capability while reducing parameters by 33.6%. …”
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Enhanced Rapid Autofocus Back-Projection for PBSAR Based on the GEO Satellite by Te Zhao, Jun Wang, Zuhan Cheng, Ziqian Huang, Jiaqi Song

“…Conventional autofocusing algorithms operate under the assumption that measurement errors primarily perturb phase components while exerting negligible influence on signal envelopes. …”
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Investigation of Load Sharing and Dynamic Load Characteristics of a Split Torque Transmission System with Double-Helical Gear Modification by Xuan Liu, Zongde Fang, Haitao Jia, Ning Zhao, Yunbo Shen, Hui Guo, Xijin Zhang

“…Following the modification of a double-helical gear, the dynamic load characteristics of the split torque transmission system are significantly improved, while its load sharing characteristics are improved to a certain extent.…”
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Deep Q-Learning-Based Resource Management in IRS-Assisted VLC Systems by Ahmed Al Hammadi, Lina Bariah, Sami Muhaidat, Mahmoud Al-Qutayri, Paschalis C. Sofotasios, Merouane Debbah

“…Moreover, the synergy between the MPF and the DQL algorithms is investigated. To this end, we demonstrate that the MPF algorithm maximizes the fairness amongst the users while the DQL algorithm maximizes the overall SE and improves the robustness against the noise. …”
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Revolutionizing Marine Stability: A Review of Cutting-Edge Gyro Stabilizer Designs and Techniques for Vessels by Wan Rahiman, Mohamad Hazwan Mohd Ghazali, Iskandar Al-Thani Mahmood

“…Despite these challenges, recent advancements in control algorithms and optimization techniques have improved gyro stabilizer adaptability under varying sea conditions. …”
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Research on Near-Infrared Non-Invasive Blood Glucose Detection Technology by Wang Jinshuo

“…Diabetes is a chronic disease posing significant threats to global public health, where precision blood glucose monitoring serves as a cornerstone of effective disease management. While invasive blood sampling techniques remain prevalent in clinical practice, their inherent drawbacks—including patient discomfort and potential infection risks— have positioned non-invasive glucose detection as a major focus of scientific research. …”
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LN-DETR: cross-scale feature fusion and re-weighting for lung nodule detection by Dibin Zhou, Honggang Xu, Wenhao Liu, Fuchang Liu

“…Abstract With advancements in technology, lung nodule detection has significantly improved in both speed and accuracy. However, challenges remain in deploying these methods in complex real-world scenarios. …”
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Hyperelastic behavior of cable gland silicon shroud: finite element analysis by Ganesh Bhoye, Ishant Jain

“…These findings highlight the silicon shroud as a superior alternative to conventional polyvinyl chloride shrouds, offering enhanced flexibility, reduced weight, and improved environmental resistance. The hyperelastic material model developed in this study provides a robust tool for predicting the shroud’s behavior under varied loading conditions, enabling optimized designs and ensuring long-term performance.…”
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