Impacts of inter-train distances on aerodynamic drag reduction in heavy-haul train groups by LYU Jun, XIANG Tao, SONG Zongying, GAO Guangjun

“…Apparent errors were observed in the coarse grid configuration, while variations in aerodynamic drag acting on the whole train were less than 3% for the medium and fine grids. …”
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Analysis and Prediction of Thermally Induced Positioning Error in Hydrostatic Lead-Screw Feed Systems by Jun Zha, Xiaofei Peng, Zhiyan Cai, Fei Xue

“…To address this gap, this research proposes a novel method that integrates simulation with a data-driven optimization strategy. The core of our approach involves using the K-means clustering algorithm to optimize the selection of temperature measurement points on the hydrostatic screw nut, ensuring a more representative thermal characterization. …”
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A Heterogeneous Image Registration Model for an Apple Orchard by Dongfu Huang, Liqun Liu

“…Then, we used the Sinkhorn AutoDiff algorithm to iteratively optimize and solve the optimal transmission problem, achieving optimal matching between feature points. …”
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Analysis and Research on Intelligent Logistics Data under Internet of Things and Blockchain by Yige Li

“…Furthermore, the system efficiently manages high data volumes while upholding robust data processing capabilities, owing to the optimization of smart contracts and decentralized storage mechanisms. …”
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Machine Learning and Deep Learning-Based Atmospheric Duct Interference Detection and Mitigation in TD-LTE Networks by Rasendram Muralitharan, Upul Jayasinghe, Roshan G. Ragel, Gyu Myoung Lee

“…Our results show that the Random Forest algorithm achieves the highest prediction accuracy, while a convolutional neural network demonstrates the best mitigation performance with accuracy. …”
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MRSNet: Multi-Resolution Scale Feature Fusion-Based Universal Density Counting Network by Yi Zhang, Wei Song, Mingyue Shao, Xiangchun Liu

“…It utilizes independent modules to process high- and low-resolution features, adaptively adjusts receptive field sizes, and incorporates dynamic sparse attention mechanisms to optimize feature information at each resolution, by integrating optimal features across multiple scales into density maps for counting evaluation. …”
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Benthos-DETR: a high-precision efficient network for benthic organisms detection by Weibo Rao, Gang Chen, Yifei Zhang, Jue Cang, Shusen Chen, Chenyang Wang

“…Through a series of experimental analyses, it was evident that the performance of the Benthos-DETR network surpasses existing target detection algorithms, achieving an optimal equilibrium between high recognition precision and a trim network scale.…”
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Swarm Robot Exploration Strategy for Path Formation Tasks Inspired by Physarum polycephalum by Yandong Luo, Jianwen Guo, Zhenpeng Lao, Shaohui Zhang, Xiaohui Yan

“…For the research of swarm robotics, our algorithm not only can lead multirobot as a whole to overcome the limitations of very simple individual agents but also can offer better performance in terms of search efficiency and success rate. …”
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Enhancing proximal and remote sensing of soil organic carbon: A local modelling approach guided by spectral and spatial similarities by Qi Sun, Pu Shi

“…Different spectral similarity metrics, and weighted combinations of spectral and geographical similarity matrices were tested to optimize the selection of local training samples. As a result, the optimal modelling strategy, with partial least squares regression (PLSR) as the local fitting algorithm, consistently produced superior performances (R2: 0.66 to 0.82) than the conventional global modelling approach (R2: 0.59 to 0.77) for all three data types. …”
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Accuracy Assessment of Tomato Harvest Working Time Predictions from Panoramic Cultivation Images by Hiroki Naito, Tomohiko Ota, Kota Shimomoto, Fumiki Hosoi, Tokihiro Fukatsu

“…This study highlights the system’s potential to optimize harvesting plans and labor allocation, providing a novel tool for reducing labor costs while maintaining efficiency in large-scale tomato greenhouse production.…”
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Improved Block Element Method for Simulating Rock Failure by Yan Han, Qingwen Ren, Lei Shen, Yajuan Yin

“…As the innovation of this work, the iterative algorithm is combined with polygonal geometric features so that the area–perimeter fractal dimension can be introduced to optimize random Voronoi grids. …”
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An Adaptive Wireless Droop Control with Adaptive Virtual Resistance for Power Sharing Management in MTDC Grid by Hasan Alrajhi , Ahmed Al-Zahrani , Syed A. Raza , Fahad Al-Shareef 

“…Additionally, this communication-free scheme includes a power management algorithm that controls power sharing during peak hours of the inverters among the rectifiers as per mutual agreements between the operators to mitigate the risk of a system overload and optimize the power sharing. …”
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Recommendations on Chronic Constipation (Including Constipation Associated with Irritable Bowel Syndrome) Treatment by Pierre Paré, Ronald Bridges, Malcolm C Champion, Subhas C Ganguli, James R Gray, E Jan Irvine, Victor Plourde, Pierre Poitras, Geoffrey K Turnbull, Paul Moayyedi, Nigel Flook, Stephen M Collins

“…The myriad of treatment options available to Canadian physicians can be confusing; thus, the main aim of the recommendations and treatment algorithm is to optimize the approach in clinical care based on available evidence.…”
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Multi-exit Kolmogorov–Arnold networks: enhancing accuracy and parsimony by James Bagrow, Josh Bongard

“…This architecture provides deep supervision that improves training while discovering the right level of model complexity for each task. …”
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Educational frontiers with ChatGPT: a social network analysis of influential tweets by Mehmet Firat, Saniye Kuleli

“…Using the ForceAtlas2 algorithm and thematic content analysis, the study explores the appeal of ChatGPT and its prospects as an educational tool. …”
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The Impact of Road Functions on Road Congestions Based on POI Clustering: An Empirical Analysis in Xi’an, China by Hui Zhu, Kaiqi Zhang, Changjun Wang, Lujin Jia, Siyu Song

“…We adopted the DBSCAN algorithm to cluster POIs and use the mixed POI clusters to label the socio-economic functions of roads. …”
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Development and evaluation of a triplex real-time PCR assay for enhanced plague diagnostics in Madagascar. by Beza Ramasindrazana, Zoé A Rahalison, Philippe Gauthier, Guillain Mikaty, Zaina I Bodoarison, Lanto A Maminirina, Soloandry Rahajandraibe, Mamy G Randriamanantsoa, Gilbert Kayoko, Jean-Claude Manuguerra, Anne-Sophie Le Guern, Andriamiliharison J Rasamindrakotroka, Minoarisoa Rajerison

“…Notably, the new assay resolved 100% of previously inconclusive cases from the duplex qPCR test targeting only pla and caf1.<h4>Discussion</h4>While a new plague diagnostic algorithm has been set up after the outbreak in 2017, the present study suggests a real-time PCR assay based on three genes to improve the speed and accuracy of plague diagnostic. …”
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Scar Management in Pediatric Patients by Sydney Barone, Eric Bao, Stephanie Rothberg, Jose F. Palacios, Isabelle T. Smith, Neil Tanna, Nicholas Bastidas

“…In this narrative review, we evaluate the current evidence and propose an algorithm for scar management in pediatric patients. …”
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Impact of summer heat and mitigation strategies on apple (Cosmic Crisp®) fruit color dynamics quantified using crop physiology sensing system by Basavaraj R. Amogi, Lav R. Khot, Bernardita V. Sallato

“…Thus, this study investigated whether continuous, in-orchard monitoring of fruit color and microclimatic conditions could help optimize mitigation practices without compromising fruit quality. …”
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Modeling the Stability of the Housing and Construction Complex Based on Organizational and Economic Interaction of Entities by N. N. Shelomentseva, O. V. Grushina

“…A genetic algorithm in MATLAB was used for this purpose. Acceptable options for all participants were selected from a set of Pareto-optimal alternatives based on the preferences of the decision-maker. …”
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