Masked face image segmentation using a multilevel threshold with a hybrid fitness function by Nada AbdElFattah Ibrahim, Ehab R. Mohamed, Hanaa M. Hamza, Yousef S. Alsahafi, Khalid M. Hosny

“…The two techniques widely used, Otsu's and Kapur's entropy, are combined to create a hybrid fitness function to identify the ideal threshold values. …”
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Proximal iterated function systems using cyclic Meir-Keeler contractions and an application to fractal theory by A. Sreelakshmi Unni, V. Pragadeeswarar

“…Abstract In this paper, we develop the proximal iterated function systems ( P I F S ) $(PIFS)$ using cyclic Meir-Keeler contractions and hence give an application in the fractal theory by constructing fractals using the new I F S $IFS$ . …”
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Functional Reconstruction of Lower Eyelid Using Paramedian Forehead Flap Combined with Frontalis Muscle and Periosteum by Riku Katayama, Takako Fujii, Chie Kanayama, Hisashi Sakuma

“…Both cosmetic and functional aspects are important in reconstructing the lower eyelid tissue defects. …”
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Failure probability and location identification of damaged insulators using normal function and monitored leakage current. by Moein Monemi, Seyed Mohammad Shahrtash, Mohsen Kalantar

“…Based on this, according to the insulator leakage current data, the failure or damage rate of the insulator equipment will be investigated using the normal distribution. This distribution function will calculate the probability of insulator failure using LC data, and then the failure rate and the priority of insulator maintenance will be measured compared to other data. …”
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Properties for Close-to-Convex and Quasi-Convex Functions Using <i>q</i>-Linear Operator by Ekram E. Ali, Rabha M. El-Ashwah, Abeer M. Albalahi, Wael W. Mohammed

“…By using this operator, we develop generalized classes of quasi-convex and close-to-convex functions in this paper. …”
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Transient Subcooled Boiling in Minichannels: Experimental Study and Numerical Modelling Using Trefftz Functions and ADINA by Beata Maciejewska, Magdalena Piasecka, Paweł Łabędzki

“…To address the heat transfer problem associated with transient flow boiling, two numerical approaches grounded in the finite element method (FEM) were employed. One used the Trefftz function formulation, while the other relied on simulations performed using the commercial software ADINA (version 9.2). …”
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Physical and Sensory Characteristics of Mayonnaise Using Functional Ingredients of Galo-galo Honey (Tetrigona apicallis) by Deni Novia, Reren Walfadillah, Afriani Sandra

“…The addition of galo-galo honey, which comes from stingless bees native to West Sumatra as a functional ingredient, will produce mayonnaise, which has benefits for the body's health.…”
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Using functional annotation for the empirical determination of Bayes Factors for genome-wide association study analysis. by Jo Knight, Michael R Barnes, Gerome Breen, Michael E Weale

“…One promising strategy to help separate these is to use functional annotations for prioritisation of variants for follow-up. …”
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Energy Efficient Multipath Routing Protocol for Mobile Ad-Hoc Network Using the Fitness Function by Aqeel Taha, Raed Alsaqour, Mueen Uddin, Maha Abdelhaq, Tanzila Saba

“…The proposed protocol is called AOMDV with the fitness function (FF-AOMDV). The fitness function is used to find the optimal path from source node to destination node to reduce the energy consumption in multipath routing. …”
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Electronic, Elastic, Optical, and Thermodynamic Properties Study of Ytterbium Chalcogenides Using Density Functional Theory by Lemessa Asefa Eressa, Zeleke Deressa Gerbi

“…The equilibrium total energy for YbX (X = S, Se, and Te) was calculated as a function of the energy cutoff, k-point grid, and lattice parameter. …”
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PARALLEL ALGORITHM SEARCHING OF THE OBJECTIVE FUNCTION MAXIMUM BY DYNAMIC PROGRAMMING METHOD USING CUDA TECHNOLOGY by E. N. Seredin

“…Parallel algorithm searching the maximum of the objective function using CUDA technology based on the modified method of dynamic programming is presented. …”
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Mechanistic Study of L-Rhamnose Monohydrate Dehydration Using Terahertz Spectroscopy and Density Functional Theory by Bingxin Yan, Zeyu Hou, Yuhan Zhao, Bo Su, Cunlin Zhang, Kai Li

“…THz spectral data show that dehydration of L-rhamnose occurs at 100 °C, and continuous heating at 100 °C can complete the dehydration process within 6 min. Density functional theory (DFT) calculations revealed that water molecule vibrations significantly affect the THz absorption peaks. …”
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A cross-country analysis of feasible income equality using the sigmoid function and the Boltzmann distribution. by Thitithep Sitthiyot, Kanyarat Holasut

“…This study uses the sigmoid function in combination with the Boltzmann distribution, originally developed by Park and Kim (2021), in order to calculate the optimal income distribution that represents feasible income equality and maximizes total social welfare. …”
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Optimizing arable land suitability evaluation using improved suitability functions in the Anning River Basin by Fang Luo, Li He, Zhongsheng Chen, Zhengwei He, Wenqian Bai, Yang Zhao, Yuxin Cen

“…Traditional ALSE methods, relying on suitability proportion functions, often encounter constraints due to land use structures. …”
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Principles of Organization and Functioning of Mini-CHP Plants Using Local Fuels in Conditions of Hydrogen Energy by R. S. Ignatovich

“…For food grade carbon dioxide production systems, a functional dependency has been built that allows for a preliminary estimate of the value of the simple payback period when integrated into the scheme. …”
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The First Clinical and Functional Results of Myopia Correction Using a Solid-State Laser Unit by N. V. Maychuk, A. V. Tikhov, Kh. P. Takhchidi, N. Sh. Sarkhadov, I. S. Malyshev

“…To analyze the clinical and functional results of the use of the “Olimp™-2000” solid-state laser system during CRS using the method of superficial and sublamellar laser keratoablation and formulate recommendations for the therapeutic management of patients. …”
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Physicochemical and Functional Value of Lettuce: Effect of Mulching Technique Used During Production on Postharvest Storage by Roxana E. González, Melisa Lanza Volpe, Verónica C. Soto Vargas

“…Lettuce is one of the most important vegetable crops cultivated worldwide. Mulch or mulching is used to protect the soil surface, create a physical barrier, and provide a more suitable environment for crops. …”
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Predicting reperfusion injury and functional status after stroke using blood biomarkers: the STROKELABED study by Alessia Vignoli, Elena Sticchi, Benedetta Piccardi, Vanessa Palumbo, Cristina Sarti, Alessandro Sodero, Francesco Arba, Enrico Fainardi, Anna Maria Gori, Betti Giusti, Ada Kura, Leonardo Tenori, Marzia Baldereschi

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Using Machine Learning for Analysis of Wideband Acoustic Immittance and Assessment of Middle Ear Function in Infants by Shan Peng, Yukun Zhao, Xinyi Yao, Huilin Yin, Bei Ma, Ke Liu, Gang Li, Yang Cao

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Optimizing Blockchain Network Performance Using Blake3 Hash Function in POS Consensus Algorithm by Zainab Abdullah Jasim, Ameer Kadhim Hadi

“…This study introduces a revolutionary change to the Proof-of-Stake (POS) consensus methods by suggesting the replacement of the commonly used SHA256 hash function with the extremely efficient Blake3. …”
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