Towards Robust Speech Models: Mitigating Backdoor Attacks via Audio Signal Enhancement and Fine-Pruning Techniques by Heyan Sun, Qi Zhong, Minfeng Qi, Uno Fang, Guoyi Shi, Sanshuai Cui

“…Second, we apply an adaptive fine-pruning algorithm to selectively deactivate malicious neurons while preserving the model’s linguistic capabilities. …”
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Protein docking by the underestimation of free energy funnels in the space of encounter complexes. by Yang Shen, Ioannis Ch Paschalidis, Pirooz Vakili, Sandor Vajda

“…We describe a docking method based on stochastic global minimization of funnel-shaped energy functions in the space of rigid body motions (SE(3)) while accounting for flexibility of the interface side chains. …”
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GNSS Precipitable Water Vapor Prediction for Hong Kong Based on ICEEMDAN-SE-LSTM-ARIMA Hybrid Model by Jie Zhao, Xu Lin, Zhengdao Yuan, Nage Du, Xiaolong Cai, Cong Yang, Jun Zhao, Yashi Xu, Lunwei Zhao

“…Enhanced by local mean optimization and adaptive noise regulation, the ICEEMDAN algorithm effectively suppresses pseudo-modes and minimizes residual noise, enabling its decomposed intrinsic mode functions (IMFs) to more accurately capture the multi-scale features of GNSS-PWV. …”
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Big Data-Driven 3D Visualization Analysis System for Promoting Regional-Scale Digital Geological Exploration by Yiping Tian, Jiongqi Wu, Genshen Chen, Gang Liu, Xialin Zhang

“…Experimental validation shows the improved CMMN algorithm reduces cloud task completion time by 2.37% while increasing resource utilization by 0.652% compared with conventional methods. …”
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AI‐Driven TENGs for Self‐Powered Smart Sensors and Intelligent Devices by Aiswarya Baburaj, Syamini Jayadevan, Akshaya Kumar Aliyana, Naveen Kumar SK, George K Stylios

“…These advancements enable improved energy harvesting, predictive maintenance, and dynamic performance optimization, making TENGs more practical across industries. …”
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Adaptive enhancement of shoulder x-ray images using tissue attenuation and type-II fuzzy sets. by Qifeng Liu, Yong Han, Lu Shen, Jialei Du, Marzia Hoque Tania

“…The method integrates automatic tissue attenuation techniques, which enhance the image contrast by removing non-essential tissue components while preserving important tissues and bones. Additionally, we apply an improved Type-II fuzzy set algorithm to further optimize image sharpness. …”
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Fairness-Aware Computation Offloading for Mobile Edge Computing With Energy Harvesting by Dedi Triyanto, I. Wayan Mustika, Widyawan, Praphan Pavarangkoon

“…This research formulates the Fairness-aware Computation Offloading Optimization (FACOO) algorithm. The Lyapunov approach and sequential least squares quadratic programming (SLSQP) are used to ascertain the best offloading ratio, transmission power, and CPU frequency while complying with signal-to-interference-plus-noise ratio (SINR) limitations. …”
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Modernizing the Design Process for US Organ Allocation Policy: Toward a Continuous Distribution Policy for Kidneys by Elijah Pivo, PhD(c), James Alcorn, JD, Dimitris Bertsimas, PhD, Sarah E. Booker, MPH, Keighly Bradbrook, PhD, Thomas G. Dolan, MS, Lindsay V. Larkin, BA, Kayla R. Temple, BA, Nikolaos Trichakis, PhD

“…This improvement enabled the simulation of thousands of allocation policies, allowing the introduction of multiobjective optimization as a primary method for policy design. …”
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A Novel Smart Molecular Fuzzy Decision Support System for Solid-State Battery Investments in Grid-Level Renewable Energy Storage by Gang Kou, Hasan Dincer, Serhat Yuksel, Edanur Ergun, Serkan Eti

“…For this purpose, a new decision-making model is developed that includes expert weighting with the entropy game, evaluation balancing with the Q-learning algorithm, calculation of criterion weights with the least squares optimization (LSO) and alternative ranking with the molecular ranking (MORAN) method. …”
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RIM-Net: A Real-Imaginary-Magnitude Network for NLOS/LOS Identification in UWB Indoor Positioning Systems by Jiacheng Ni, Fang Li, Shuai Cao, Linsong Li

“…Furthermore, the optimization of the TOA algorithm validated the effectiveness of RIM-Net in localization, achieving an average performance improvement of 9.66%. …”
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Energy-Efficient UAV Relaying Robust Resource Allocation in Uncertain Adversarial Networks by Shakil Ahmed, Mostafa Zaman Chowdhury, Saifur Rahman Sabuj, Md Imtiajul Alam, Yeong Min Jang

“…We derive EE UAV relay-user maximization problem in the adversarial wireless networks at last. While the problem is non-convex, we propose an iterative and sub-optimal algorithm to optimize EE UAV relay with constraints, such as ICC, trajectory, speed, acceleration, and transmit power. …”
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Hybrid feedback control of PMSG-based WECS with multilevel flying-capacitor inverter enhanced by fractional order extremum seeking by Younes El Khlif, Abdelmounime El Magri, Rachid Lajouad, Omar Bouattane

“…The use of fractional-order calculus leads to improved convergence and more seamless performance while preserving the robust characteristics of the system. …”
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Coal mining equipment lifecycle management system architecture and key technology by Yihui PANG, Jinglong BI, Pengzhe YUAN, Baofu ZHAO, Ziwei DING

“…An optimization algorithm and software platform for comprehensive mining equipment selection were developed, and a method for constructing a series spectrum and coding system for coal mining equipment was proposed. …”
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An Adaptive Unscented Kalman Ilter Integrated Navigation Method Based on the Maximum Versoria Criterion for INS/GNSS Systems by Jiahao Zhang, Kaiqiang Feng, Jie Li, Chunxing Zhang, Xiaokai Wei

“…On this basis, fully considering the high-order moments of estimation errors, the maximum versoria criterion is introduced as the optimization criterion to construct a novel cost function, further effectively suppressing deviations caused by non-Gaussian disturbances and improving system navigation accuracy. …”
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Machine Learning-Driven Acoustic Feature Classification and Pronunciation Assessment for Mandarin Learners by Gulnur Arkin, Tangnur Abdukelim, Hankiz Yilahun, Askar Hamdulla

“…This study confirms the effectiveness of objective assessment methods based on formant analysis in speech acquisition research, provides a theoretical basis for algorithm optimization in speech evaluation systems, and holds significant application value for the development of Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) systems and the improvement of multi-ethnic Mandarin speech recognition technology.…”
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Traffic light detection and recognition based on deep learning for autonomous-rail rapid tram by XIONG Qunfang, LIN Jun, YUAN Xiwen, XU Yanghan, YUE Wei, LI Yuanzhengyu

“…This paper presents study efforts in this field through the application of a deep learning algorithm. Firstly, regions of interest (RoIs) for traffic lights were determined using high-precision map information to narrow the detection range and improve the detection speed. …”
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Dual-hybrid intrusion detection system to detect False Data Injection in smart grids. by Saad Hammood Mohammed, Mandeep S Jit Singh, Abdulmajeed Al-Jumaily, Mohammad Tariqul Islam, Md Shabiul Islam, Abdulmajeed M Alenezi, Mohamed S Soliman

“…Recall is enhanced by capturing critical features relevant to all attack types, while precision is improved by reducing false positives, leading to fewer unnecessary interventions. …”
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Deep Reinforcement Learning-Based Multi-Agent System with Advanced Actor–Critic Framework for Complex Environment by Zihao Cui, Kailian Deng, Hongtao Zhang, Zhongyi Zha, Sayed Jobaer

“…Our evaluation compares MA-PPO against other DRL algorithms, showing a 30.67% performance improvement over the baseline algorithm.…”
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Integrated Energy Management in Small-Scale Smart Grids Considering the Emergency Load Conditions: A Combined Battery Energy Storage, Solar PV, and Power-to-Hydrogen System by Hossein Jokar, Taher Niknam, Moslem Dehghani, Pierluigi Siano, Khmaies Ouahada, Mokhtar Aly

“…Compared to conventional evolutionary methods like particle swarm optimization, non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm III, and biogeography-based optimization, the proposed model exhibits remarkable improvements, outperforming them by 11.4%, 5.6%, and 11.6%, respectively. …”
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Dynamic characteristics of a semi-active fractional-order inerter-based suspension with acceleration-velocity switch control by Yong Wang, Jiachen Li, Mingzhu Ji, Xiwen Qiao, Yang Wang

“…The optimized SA-FOIB suspension further improves the dynamic performance of the suspension dynamic deflection and wheel dynamic load, which the corresponding RMS values are smaller than the unoptimized SA-FOIB suspension, while deteriorates the vehicle body acceleration.…”
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