Enhancing MANET Security Through Federated Learning and Multiobjective Optimization: A Trust-Aware Routing Framework by Saad M. Hassan, Mohd Murtadha Mohamad, Farkhana Binti Muchtar, Firoz Bin Yusuf Patel Dawoodi

“…MOO, particularly nondominated sorting genetic algorithm III, effectively balances conflicting network objectives, offering a 15% improvement in overall network performance compared with single-objective approaches. …”
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Applying a Four-Way Factorial Experimental Model to Diagnose Optimum kNN Parameters for Precise Aboveground Biomass Mapping by Chinsu Lin, Nova D. Doyog

“…The k-nearest neighbors (kNN) algorithm is a versatile tool for mapping forest attributes. …”
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A Metaheuristic Framework for Cost-Effective Renewable Energy Planning: Integrating Green Bonds and Fiscal Incentives by Juan D. Saldarriaga-Loaiza, Johnatan M. Rodríguez-Serna, Jesús M. López-Lezama, Nicolás Muñoz-Galeano, Sergio D. Saldarriaga-Zuluaga

“…To support the shift towards NCRES, evaluating their financial viability while considering public policies and funding options is important. …”
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A Rapid Sand Gradation Detection Method Based on Dual-Camera Fusion by Shihao Zhang, Yang Zhang, Song Sun, Xinghai Yuan, Haoxuan Sun, Heng Wang, Yi Yuan, Dan Luo, Chuanyun Xu

“…A lightweight segmentation algorithm based on geometric rules cleanly separates overlapping particles and assigns size classes using a normal-distribution classifier. …”
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Precise irrigation of dryland cotton under canal irrigation system constraints based on the CERES-CROPGRO-Cotton model by Lei Wang, Liang He, Weihong Sun, Chen Gao, Zhenxiang Han, Meiwei Lin

“…The results indicate that the intelligent decision-making algorithm outperforms traditional methods under data limitations, reducing the irrigation water consumption-yield ratio (Ui) by 3.99 %, while increasing yield by 8.5 % to 9724 kg/ha, thus achieving both water-saving and yield-enhancing objectives. …”
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Evaluation and Analysis of Next-Generation FY-4A LPW Products over Various Climatic Regions in China by Wenyuan Zhang, Xinyu Xiao, Jinsong Peng, Shubi Zhang, Endrit Shehaj, Gregor Moeller

“…A surface pressure calibration algorithm for ERA5 data is developed to calculate accurate ERA5 LPW products. …”
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Optimization of multioutlet hydrant location and pressurized irrigation network layout using the GRASP metaheuristic by César González-Pavón, Carmen Virginia Palau, Juan Manzano-Juárez, Santiago Guillem-Picó, Ibán Balbastre-Peralta

“…Ultimately, optimizing hydrant placement enhances service quality while simultaneously reducing operational costs, thus enhancing the sustainability of collective irrigation systems. …”
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A Robust Image Encryption Scheme Based on Quantum Walks and Dynamic DNA for Secure Cloud Applications by Ahmed A. Abd El-Latif, May Almousa, Bassem Abd-El-Atty

“…To enhance sensitivity to the plain image, our encryption algorithm initializes the hyperchaotic system with key parameters, generating chaotic sequences that are used to substitute the plain image. …”
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Predicting the passive control of fluid forces over circular cylinder in a time dependent flow using neuro-computing by Atif Asghar, Rashid Mahmood, Afraz Hussain Majeed, Hammad Alotaibi, Ahmed Refaie Ali

“…The nonlinear partial differential equations are spatially discretized with the finite element method, while temporal derivatives are addressed using a backward implicit Euler scheme. …”
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Using Attention for Improving Defect Detection in Existing RC Bridges by Sergio Ruggieri, Angelo Cardellicchio, Andrea Nettis, Vito Reno, Giuseppina Uva

“…Visual explanations achieved via the Eigen-CAM algorithm were also exploited to evaluate the reliability of the predictions. …”
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Climate Adaptation of Folk House Envelopes in Xinjiang Arid Region: Evaluation and Multi-Objective Optimization from Historical to Future Climates by Nurimaimaiti Tuluxun, Saierjiang Halike, Hao Liu, Buerlan Yelaixi, Kapulanbayi Ailaitijiang

“…Rammed earth constructions demonstrate superior performance in Zone A, while brick–concrete exhibits optimal extreme hot-arid adaptability, and brick–wood requires prioritized retrofitting. …”
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A Novel Method for Monitoring River Level Changes Under Bridges With Time Series SAR Images by Yifan Wang, Mofan Li, Gen Li, Zihan Hu, Zehua Dong, Han Li

“…Furthermore, the Energy Accumulation Algorithm (EAA) is proposed to improve the accuracy of river level measurements in areas of low signal-to-noise ratio with noise such as ships and waves. …”
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A Simple Blind Sampling Frequency Offset Estimation Scheme for Short-Reach DD-OFDM Systems by Hong Wen, Kang Geng, Qinghui Chen, Rui Deng, Ming Chen, Tiezhu Zong, Kunping Luo, Fengnian Liu

“…It can achieve high-precision SFO estimation while ensuring low computational complexity as well as high spectral efficiency. …”
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Drone-Mounted Intelligent Reflecting Surface-Assisted Multiple-Input Multiple-Output Communications for 5G-and-Beyond Internet of Things Networks: Joint Beamforming, Phase Shift De... by Jiahan Xie, Fanghui Huang, Yixin He, Wenming Xia, Xingchen Zhao, Lijun Zhu, Deshan Yang, Dawei Wang

“…However, a single fixed IRS lacks the dynamic adjustment capability to flexibly adapt to complex environmental changes and diverse user demands, while mmWave MIMO is constrained by limited coverage. …”
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Design and optimization of planetary gear train pendulum type sugarcane seeding mechanism based on spatial offset trajectory by Jiaodi Liu, Chaoyuan Luo, Qingli Chen, Jianhao Chen, Jianlong Chen, Yihao Xing

“…In the writing of this paper, the first author provided the working conditions, while the other authors were responsible for writing, experimental verification, translation, and other tasks. …”
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Recognition of Symbolic Gestures Using Depth Information by Hasan Mahmud, Md. Kamrul Hasan, Abdullah-Al-Tariq, Md. Hasanul Kabir, M. A. Mottalib

“…We have applied Scale-Invariant Feature Transform (SIFT) algorithm which takes the generated depth silhouettes as input and produces robust feature descriptors as output. …”
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Improving energy efficiency and routing reliability in wireless sensor networks using modified ant colony optimization by Medhat A. Tawfeek, Ibrahim Alrashdi, Madallah Alruwaili, Leila Jamel, Gamal Farouk Elhady, Haitham Elwahsh

“…First, MACOA applies a multi-objective heuristic function to simultaneously optimize power consumption while ensuring reliability, bandwidth, and short path distances to achieve an efficient routing solution. …”
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Preventing Overturning of Mobile Cranes Using an Electrical Resistivity Measurement System by Hongseok Jang, Yeonho Lee, Hongseok Lee, Youngtaek Cha, Sungjoon Choi, Jongkyu Park

“…Furthermore, it uses a ground stability determination algorithm that qualitatively assesses soft ground conditions, which are the primary cause of ground subsidence. …”
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Optimizing net-zero energy strategies in airports through a hybrid multi-method framework by Filiz Mizrak, Kagan Cenk Mizrak, Turhan Karakaya

“…Carbon reductions ranged from 15% (approximately 102 metric tons per year) to 30% (around 144 metric tons per year), while implementation times varied from 6.16 to 11.92 months. …”
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Predicting compressive strength of concrete at elevated temperatures and optimizing its mixture proportions by Jinjun Xu, Han Wang, Wenjun Wu, Lang Lin, Yong Yu

“…(iv) The integrated mix design, which achieves a reduction of up to 40 % in carbon emissions and 30 % in costs, while preserving mechanical strength, comes highly recommended.…”
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