A Novel Variable-Order Threshold Serial Belief Propagation-Based Decoding Algorithm for LT Codes by Weibai Sun, Shuyan Ni, Tuofeng Lei, Rui Yang

“…In addition, by introducing an adaptive threshold for correcting check node information, the algorithm effectively eliminates redundant update actions throughout the decoding process. Simulation results demonstrate a 63.6% reduction in iteration count compared to BP for long-length codes at medium to high signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and a 17.4% decrease in computational overhead. …”
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The influence of special physical fitness of athletes on the level of technique of playing beach volleyball by Valeriy Hunchenko, Oleksandr Solovey, Dmytro Solovey, Yaroslav Malojvan, Artem Yakovenko, Krzysztof Wnorowski

“…Significant (p <0.05) development of explosive power, speed and agility was revealed. There is a significant (p <0,05) increase: in the number of jump serve and spike; improving the quality/number of serve and attack; improving the quality of passing and the number of blocks. …”
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MARKETING AUDIT AS A TOOL OF MARKETING ANALYTICS by Valentyna Litynska

“…Based on the generalization of approaches to the interpretation of the concept of «marketing audit» and factors that have a significant impact on this concept, it is proposed to define marketing audit as an improved tool used by companies for in-depth analysis of their marketing activities in order to identify opportunities for increasing efficiency and competitiveness.  A marketing audit is not only an analysis of a company’s marketing strategies and actions, but also a systematic review of its marketing activities taking into account changing market conditions and internal factors. …”
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LISTENING COMPREHENSION STUDY: DIFFICULTIES AND STRATEGIES USED BY COLLEGE STUDENTS by Dede Purwanto, Fahrus Zaman Fadhly, Wulan Rahmatunisa

“…The result undertakes to increase EFL learners’ consciousness of these difficult areas in listening that are suitable and effective actions. …”
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Model of Optimization of Process Parameters for Machining of Separate Design Elements of the Product by Gulnara Zhetessova, Irina Khrustaleva, Viacheslav Shkodyrev, Olga Zharkevich, Aliya Kanatova, Murat Kozhanov, Gulim Tattimbetova, Gulnur Abdugaliyeva

“…Thus, as a result of the optimization, the total labor intensity of individual transitions decreased by 18.3%, with an increase in processing error by 12.1%, and deterioration of the roughness parameter by 13.2%, which satisfies the initial conditions of optimization. …”
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Experimental study on pore structure and dynamic mechanical properties of modified rubber concrete after freeze-thaw cycle by Minggao Chen, Shujie Yang, Shuyuan Wang, Yan Zhou

“…The elastic action of rubber particles can reduce the increase of the internal porosity of concrete under the action of freeze-thaw cycles and reduce the internal porosity of concrete materials. (3) The peak stress and dissipated energy of three kinds of concrete specimens decreased linearly due to freeze-thaw cycle, and the decrease of plain concrete was higher than that of modified rubber concrete. …”
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A Swing-Assist Controller for Enhancing Knee Flexion in a Semi-Powered Transfemoral Prosthesis by David M. Marsh, Marco Puliti, Michael Goldfarb

“…The experiments demonstrate that the proposed controller increases peak knee angle and minimum toe clearance during swing phase without increasing hip compensatory actions, relative to the users&#x2019; daily-use devices.…”
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The Interconnection Between Pharmaceutical Development and Preclinical Research (Review) by I. N. Ampilogova, M. V. Karlina, V. G. Makarov, M. N. Makarova

“…Pharmaceutical development of an innovative highly effective and competitive drug is a long and expensive process, the result of which is quite difficult to predict in advance. To speed up the entry of a new drug to the treatment and reduce the developer's material costs, it is advisable to include preclinical experiments in the process of creating a drug.Text. …”
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Online Neural Dynamics Forecasting for power system security by Mert Karacelebi, Jochen L. Cremer

“…Machine learning (ML) methods offer advantages in terms of computational speed compared to numerical methods and simulators. …”
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Characterizing the state of heart rate autonomic regulation and EEG in elderly women with falls syndrome by Taisiya P. Shiryaeva, Denis M. Fedotov, Anatoly V. Gribanov, Irina N. Deryabina, Irina N. Krainova, Sergey F. Bagretsov

“…Conclusion ― A deterioration in the quality of performing complex motor actions and a decrease in postural control in elderly women with falls syndrome were which may have caused their postural instability. …”
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The study of the isolated power supply system operation with controlled distributed generation plants, energy storage units and drive load by Yu. N. Bulatov, A. V. Kryukov, K. V. Suslov

“…It is advisable to conduct further studies to coordinate the actions of the control system of the electric energy storage unit and the auto-prognostic speed controller of the distributed generation plant.…”
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Modulation of the tissue composition of regenerative neuroma by dexamethasone and granulocyte colony-stimulating factor by O. M. Grabovyi, N. M. Nevmerzhytska, A. B. Alyokhin, H. B. Kostynskyi, N. V. Rytikova

“…Under these conditions, the speed and quantity of vimentin+ cell accumulation and CD73 expression noticeably increased, as well as the speed of GFAP+ cell accumulation. …”
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Digital Technology of Assesment the Power Capacity of Tractor Fleet of an Agricultural Enterprise by V. V. Alt, O. F. Savchenko, O. V. Elkin

“…It is shown that power loss of tractors and their decreased traction properties result in increased fuel consumption by 10-15 percent as well as increased operating costs. …”
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DLP: REDUCED RISK OF LEAKAGE OF CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION OF THE BANK by T. A. Andryianava, S. B. Salomatin

“…The application of the adapted DLP-system in the Bank allowed to increase the speed of response of information security specialists to the information security events detected by the DLP-system adapted to the Bank, and also allowed the DLP-system to transition from the copy mode to the blocking mode of illegitimate transfer of information.…”
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A New Approach for Online Transient Instability Assessment and Prediction via Tracing the Variation Trend of Synchronous Generator Energy by Parva Soori, Alireza Sobbouhi, Mohamma Reza Aghamohammadi, Mohamma Sadegh Sepasian

“…The energy is calculated using the integral of the electrical power of the generator measured over time. This energy increases during a fault and subsequently decreases in post-fault. …”
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Automated home-cage-like monitoring for assessing innate behaviors in a murine hangover model by Hasriadi Hasriadi, Peththa Wadu Dasuni Wasana, San Yoon Nwe, Suchada Sukrong, Pasarapa Towiwat

“…Results showed a significant reduction in mobile behaviors (climbing, locomotion, rearing), speed, and distance traveled, along with increased immobility in both exploratory and long-term home-cage-like assessments. …”
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The program of physical training of servicemen to a qualification examination on the right to wear the “Beret with honors” by R.V. Anatskyi, O.E. Kolomiitseva, R.E. Liubchich

“…Results: Use of the author's technique in 21 days of training allowed: to increase the level of the general endurance by 11,5%, the level of power endurance by 4,2%, the level of high-speed and power abilities and dexterity by 9,9%; the level of preparedness for aimed fire by 17,3%. …”
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Numerical Study on the Explosive Separation of Pyrotechnic Cutter by Shihui Xiong, Yaokun Ye, Yanhua Li, Yuquan Wen

“…As the distance increases, the difference between the initial cutting speed and the maximal speed of the cutter gradually decreases and effectively disappears for a distance of 8.5 mm. …”
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Experimental research of single - rotor helicopter unintentional yaw rotation by V. V. Efimov, V. A. Ivchin, O. E. Chernigin, K. O. Chernigin

“…Aviation accidents related to unintentional rotation may periodically occur while flying single-rotor helicopters. On-time and correct actions may help the pilot to find the way out of this hazardous situation. …”
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Changes in air quality in Poland in 2020 in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic: spatial and seasonal analysis by Joanna Strużewska, Aleksander Norowski, Grzegorz Jeleniewicz, Maria Kłeczek, Marcin Kawka, Paulina Jagiełło, Aleksandra Starzomska

“…It is also worth noting that the pandemic's impact on air quality was seasonal, resulting from meteorological conditions such as temperature, humidity and wind speed. These conditions were crucial for the spread of pollutants and their concentration in different parts of the year. …”
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