Optimization problems for construction foundations by Rimantas Belevičius, Saulius Valentinavičius

“… The mathematical models for optimization of grillage-type foundations are presented. Minimi­sing of maximum in absolute value vertical reactive force, bending moment, and reaction-bending moment together is sought. …”
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Diagnosis and decision making for current oxidative and reductive bleaching treatments used on paper by Sigourney Smuts

“…A thorough review of the literature is presented to offer practical advice and a better understanding of the chemistry behind the processes, thus minimising risks.…”
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Industrial Recycling of Scrap Copper Cables and Wires: Combining Cold and Hot Treatments for Maximum Recovery and Minimal Emissions by O. Choukri, E. Mohsine, S. Taibi

“…The process combines cold and hot treatments to maximise metal recovery while minimising polluting emissions. Initially, the cables are stripped and the PVC sheaths and other components are separated. …”
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Calculation of bending deflection and stresses of a pipe with flowing fluid in the case of variable ground load by Rimantas Didžgalvis, Antanas Sudintas, Irena Tiknevičienė

“…Using the methods of approximate solutions of differential equations, the analytical pipe bend dynamic expressions were given at the case, when the ground load minimises expo­nentially. Finally, those solutions could be used for the finding more exact normal tensions in the wall of the pipes, when the reological parameters of the ground are determined. …”
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Studies on effective solar photovoltaic integration in distribution network with a blend of Monte Carlo simulation and artificial hummingbird algorithm by Ibrahim Cagri Barutcu, Gulshan Sharma, Emre Çelik, Pitshou N. Bokoro

“…The simulation results show that the AHA technique outperforms the FA method in terms of effectively minimising power losses with less simulation time.…”
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Food for Thoughts for Prospective Biomanufacturing by Ralf Takors

“…Biomanufacturing may well serve as a pillar of a circular economy with minimised environmental impact. Therefore, innovations of the lab need to successfully bridge the imminent ‘death‐valley of innovation’ for making commercial production happen. …”
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Hypermedia as an experiential learning tool: a theoretical model by Jose Miguel Baptista Nunes, Susan P. Fowell

“…The development of the model was based on a experiential learning approach and simultaneously aims at minimising the inherent problems of hypermedia as the underlying support technology.…”
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Advancing Anaesthetist Rostering Quality: A Practical Approach Toward Fairness and Efficiency by Norizal Abdullah, Masri Ayob, Meng Chun Lam, Nasser R. Sabar, Graham Kendall, Liu Chian Yong

“…The evaluation function assesses roster quality by minimising penalties for soft constraint violations. …”
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Microstructural transition from ZrO₂ to Zr–Al intermetallics and property evolution in AA5051 composites by G. Anbuchezhiyan, G. Ananth, Vignesh M, K. Logesh, Nabisab Mujawar Mubarak, Elango Natarajan

“…Incorporating ZrO2 addresses these challenges by refining the grain structure, generating thermally stable secondary phases, and minimising diffusion processes which influence mechanical properties at elevated temperatures. …”
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Contribution of women’s development army to maternal and child health in Ethiopia: a systematic review of evidence by Kiddus Yitbarek, Gelila Abraham, Sudhakar Morankar

“…The results revealed that participation and membership in women’s development teams (WDTs) have a positive effect on minimising maternal death and improving child immunisation service use. …”
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Improving the combat capability of small police tactical groups by I. V. Vlasenko, I. P. Lykhyi, Ya. O. Slatin

“…It is established that the most optimal location of the commander is in the centre of the formation, as this ensures fast communication and minimises the risk of losses during an attack. The criterion-based approach is proposed, which includes quantitative, spatial and tactical criteria for choosing the commander’s location. …”
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Subsidising the Gas Price as an Alternative to Skimming Off Excess Profits by Eckhard Höffner, Hermann Schubert

“…Furthermore, the proposal requires weaker market intervention, thus less controversial distribution, and minimises the risks of misallocation.…”
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Perspectives on Germany’s Welfare Reform (“Bürgergeld”) by Christian Merkl

“…This article argues that the associated negative employment effects can be minimised by requiring appropriate participation from unemployed and by preventing new paths to early retirement. …”
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Topical Glucocorticoid Use and the Risk of Posttransplant Diabetes by Simon Bøtker, Henrik Birn, Lara Aygen Øzbay

“…Systemically administered glucocorticoids constitute an essential part of the immunosuppressive regimen for transplant recipients, yet their known risks of causing hyperglycemia or posttransplant diabetes require close monitoring and minimisation of use, when possible, to prevent detrimental effects on patient morbidity and graft survival. …”
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Mathematical analysis of COVID-19 dynamics in Iraq utilising empirical data by Wasan I. Khalil, Ayad R. Khudair

“…Utilising the validated model, we establish an optimal control problem aimed at minimising daily infections via vaccination, employing a cost function. …”
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Residential special schooling: the inclusive option! by Robin Jackson

“…In normalisation, community presence and value are earned through minimising difference, whereas in inclusion, the person's difference is welcomed and valued. …”

Green Economy in Hotel Business of EU Countries by K. I. Shchetinina

“…It shows how green investment in European tourism sector can contribute to economically viable and robust growth, decent work creation and poverty alleviation, while improving resource efficiency and minimising environmental degradation. Much of the economic potential for green tourism is found in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which need better access to financing for investing in green tourism. …”
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Design and Implementation of an Automated Prepaid Water Meter: Case Study of National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC). by Akankwasa, John Bosco

“…In this way, costs involved in disconnection and reconnection are minimised.…”
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Controverse universitaire sur les violences en Chine by William Guéraiche

“…pourquoi cette violence a-t-elle été minimisée dans l’historiographie américaine ? Cette controverse historiographique, d’une très haute tenue intellectuelle, montre que la mise en réseau de chercheurs professionnels ouvre des perspectives nouvelles dans la conception même du métier d’historien.…”
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Quality of life in children with glaucoma: a qualitative interview study in Australia by Emmanuelle Souzeau, Jamie E Craig, Sandra E Staffieri, Lachlan S W Knight, Bronwyn Ridge, Mallika Prem Senthil

“…Adaptive coping strategies included resilience throughout clinical examinations and establishing positive relationships with ophthalmologists. These minimised inconveniences related to clinic waiting times and pupillary dilatation. …”
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