Morphology and Effect of Load on Bridge Piers Impacted by Continuous Sea Ice by Li Gong, Yue Cui, Yunfei Du, Long Qin, Xinyuan Zhao

“…In conclusion, this study reveals the significant effects of the spacing, mass, and shape of sea ice on the impact force of bridge piers, which provides an important reference for the design of bridge structures.…”
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Transmission Network Expansion Planning Considering Phase-Shifter Transformers by Celso T. Miasaki, Edgar M. C. Franco, Ruben A. Romero

“…Proposed mathematical model presents the structure of a mixed-integer nonlinear programming (MINLP) problem and is based on the standard DC model. …”
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FastGEMF: Scalable High-Speed Simulation of Stochastic Spreading Processes Over Complex Multilayer Networks by Mohammad Hossein Samaei, Faryad Darabi Sahneh, Caterina Scoglio

“…Predicting stochastic spreading processes across large-scale multi-layered networks remains a significant computational challenge due to the intricate interplay between network structure and spread dynamics. This study introduces FastGEMF, a novel, scalable simulation framework for exact, high-speed modeling of Markov chain processes on complex multi-layer networks. …”
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Unravelling the tapestry of M-learning in English language teaching: a bibliometric analysis by S. Hema, S. N. S. Gandhimathi

“…The bibliometric analysis encompasses citation patterns, co-authorship structures, bibliographic coupling, and co-occurrence analysis of keywords using ‘R programming’. …”
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Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Techniques in Smart Grids Stability Analysis: A Review by Arman Fathollahi

“…This work starts with a discussion of the smart grid’s dynamic structures and subsequently transitions into an overview of machine learning approaches that explore various algorithms and their applications to enhance smart grid operations. …”
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Exploring Applications and Practical Examples by Streamlining Material Requirements Planning (MRP) with Python by João Reis

“…<i>Methods</i>: This article offers a twofold approach: firstly, it conducts research to uncover the potential applications of the Python code in streamlining the MRP operations, and the practical examples serve as evidence of Python’s efficacy in simplifying the MRP tasks; secondly, this article introduces a conceptual framework that showcases the Python ecosystem, highlighting libraries and structures that enable efficient data manipulation, analysis, and optimization techniques. …”
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Optimizing the train timetable in a high-speed rail corridor: The implications on departure time, fare cost and seat preference of passengers. by Zhipeng Huang, Limin Yang, Jinlian Li, Tao Zhang, Zixian Qu, Yusen Miao

“…Impedance functions for various network arcs are developed, incorporating these three key attributes of travel demand and transforming the passenger travel choice issue into a path selection problem within the TSSN. A bi-level programming model is formulated: the upper level optimizes train operations and fare structures, while the lower level employs user equilibrium (UE) theory to distribute OD passenger demands across trains. …”
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Expansion Planning Method of Power Grid with Wind Power Considering Optimal Switching and Current Limiting by Shuwen DONG, Baozhu LIU, Junjie HU

“…The equivalent expression of wind farm is studied by the structural equivalence of wind farm’s power collection system, and the short circuit current constraint considering the wind power connection is introduced. …”
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Secrecy energy efficiency maximization in dual-metasurface-aided wireless networks by Robert Kuku Fotock, Agbotiname Lucky Imoize, Alessio Zappone, Ciro D’Elia

“…One metasurface is placed in the near field of the transmit antenna array, forming a reconfigurable holographic beamforming structure. The second metasurface is placed in the environment between the transmitter and receiver, as a reconfigurable intelligent surface. …”
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The rapid drawing and application of joint occurrence based on fuzzy equivalence clustering by Honghai Wang, Jianping Hu, Haiyang Tao, Anwen Liu, Yong Liang

“…The research results indicate that the developed system can quickly achieve the drawing and analysis of structural plane orientation and rose diagram, which is simple and convenient; The dominant orientations of the three sets of joints in engineering applications are 193.11°∠ 8.25°, 112.07°∠ 83.89°, and 222.58°∠ 82.16°, with average trace lengths of 1.08 m, 0.94 m, and 1.04 m, respectively; The tendency of joint set 1 is normal distribution, and the dip angle is lognormal distribution. …”
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Effects of office hours on the academic performance of students in Mogadishu universities, Somalia by Ahmed Absuge Gabow, Abdirahman Ibrahim Abdi

“…The data acquired were examined utilizing R-programming, Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), and SPSS 22.0. …”
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Artificial-Intelligence-Based Prediction of Crack and Shrinkage Intensity Factor in Clay Soils During Desiccation by Abolfazl Baghbani, Tanveer Choudhury, Susanga Costa

“…Desiccation-induced cracking in clay soils significantly affects the structural performance and durability of geotechnical systems. …”
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Comprehensive Aspectual UML Approach to Support AspectJ by Aws Magableh, Zarina Shukur, Noorazean Mohd. Ali

“…The proposed approach provides a comprehensive set of Aspectual UML structural and behavioral diagrams, which are designed and implemented based on a comprehensive and detailed set of AspectJ programming constructs.…”
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Returning social context to seismic risk knowledge &amp; management. Lessons learned from an interdisciplinary research in the city of Esmeraldas, Ecuador by Julien Rebotier, Patrick Pigeon, Pascale Metzger

“…Still, the search for what some consider unachievable involves multiple challenges, from institutional or cultural site-specific obstacles to more structural complications, including social conditions of knowledge-production and competing epistemological framings.As part of the ongoing REMAKE programme (Seismic Risk in Ecuador: Mitigation, Anticipation and Knowledge of Earthquakes), contributions from the social sciences provide a contextual approach to enlighten the understanding and management of seismic disaster risk, especially in Esmeraldas after the 2016 Pedernales disaster. …”
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Optimization of Vehicle Routing with Pickup Based on Multibatch Production by Hongtao Hu, Jiao Mo, Chengle Ma

“…However, the raw materials required for manufacturing need to be obtained from suppliers in advance, making it necessary to understand beforehand how to best structure the pickup routes so as to reduce the cost of picking up and stocking while also ensuring the supply of raw materials required for each batch of production. …”
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Essential to students’ intercultural learning abroad? Faculty intercultural development as key to leverage effective pedagogies by Anne Gibson, Ezra Spira-Cohen, Nina Namaste, Whitney Sherman

“…In this study we analyze a particular faculty development structure as a model of effectiveness. Part of a larger study examining student learning on Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) programs, this article analyzes 22 educator interviews, specifically grouping and categorizing their stated pedagogical tactics, and found that this organization’s intentional, highly mentored, relationship-rich faculty development program—centered on their own intercultural learning and growth—helped educators leverage pedagogies to effectively foster students’ intercultural learning. …”
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Comparative analysis of power system generation adequacy calculating techniques by R. T. Valiev, V. P. Oboskalov, S. A. Gusev

“…Practically, the main mathematical method for calculating GAI of electrical grid with complex structure is Monte-Carlo simulation (MCS). It provides sufficiently accurate results, but the computation is time-consuming for large systems. …”
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LIGHTWEIGHT OF THE VEHICLE B PILLAR BASED ON SIX SIGMA ROBUST DESIGN UNDER SIDE IMPACT by QIU RuiBin, CHEN Yuan, LEI Fei, YANG ShaoYong, LI YongJun

“…Robust design is an effective way to improve the reliability of structure and crash safety by considering uncertainty in vehicle design. …”
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A new mathematical model for cellular manufacturing system with productivity consideration by Hatice Ediz Atmaca, Hatice Erdogan Akbulut, Esra Aktas

“…Cellular manufacturing systems, which have a more flexible structure compared to traditional production systems, are a good and effective solution for managers. …”
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Exploring the drivers of irregular spending in the EU cohesion policy by Francesco Foglia, Francesco Molica, Anabela M. Santos

“…Using time series data and a fractional regression analysis model, the study provides evidence that the specific governance and structure of cohesion policy programmes can explain the intensity of irregular spending. …”
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