Comparison of 2 thromboelastography methods using patient and control samples by Robert Frick, Brittany Washburn, Dennis Plocher, Jonathan K. Zoller, Jason Gillihan, Michael Dombrowski, Charles Eby, Christopher W. Farnsworth

“…The Pearson r comparing the delta and sigma exceeded .85 for all parameters/assays except for thromboelastometry with cytochalasin D-mediated platelet inhibition (FIBTEM) A10 (.77; 95% CI, .66-.86), FIBTEM A20 (.78; 95% CI, .65-.87), and thromboelastometry with heparinase clotting time (.77; 95% CI, .61-.87). No difference was observed in extrapolated thresholds from the delta-guided algorithm. …”
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How to score respondents? A Monte Carlo study comparing three different procedures by Víthor Rosa Franco, Marie Wiberg

“…ABSTRACT This study aimed to empirically compare the effectiveness of Likert, Thurstonian, and Expected a Posteriori (EAP) scoring methods. A computational simulation of the two-parameter logistic model was employed under various conditions, including different sample sizes, number of items, scale levels, item extremeness, and varying discriminations. …”
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Synchrony Vision: Capturing Body Motion Synchrony Through Phase Difference Using the Kinect by Jinhwan Kwon

“…The system captures acceleration data from up to six individuals, calculates phase differences, and provides immediate feedback. The original algorithm was modified to address challenges such as gravitational acceleration, inverted axes, and peak detection thresholds, improving the accuracy of Kinect data analysis. …”
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Cost-effectiveness of different tuberculosis diagnostic approaches in Nigeria based on decision analytical modelling by Muktar H Aliyu, Hafsat U Ibrahim, Rayyan M Garba, Jameel I Ahmad, Kabiru Abdulsalam, Yasir N Jibril, Faisal S Dankishiya, Abdullahi Ibrahim, Ibrahim U Garzali, Aisha A Galadanci, Abdullahi K Suleiman, Abdulgafar L Olawumi, Umar F Abdullahi, Fatima M Mahmud, Amina A Umar, Olive Asafu- Adjaye, Lukman F Owolabi, Baba M Musa

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The minimal clinically important difference changes greatly based on the patient's baseline clinical status by Marco Franceschini, Angelo Boffa, Alessandro Di Martino, Elettra Pignotti, Luca Andriolo, Stefano Zaffagnini, Giuseppe Filardo

“…Methods A data set of 312 patients with knee osteoarthritis treated with intra‐articular PRP injections was used. …”
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The Effect of Fabrication Method on Passive UHF RFID Tag Performance by Toni Björninen, Sari Merilampi, Leena Ukkonen, Lauri Sydänheimo, Pekka Ruuskanen

“…In this study passive tag antennas were produced using etching, screen-printing, and gravure printing methods. The threshold and backscattered signal strengths of the tags were measured to determine the effect of different manufacturing methods on the tags' performance. …”
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Detecting Driver Drowsiness Using Hybrid Facial Features and Ensemble Learning by Changbiao Xu, Wenhao Huang, Jiao Liu, Lang Li

“…However, they bring challenges arising from inter-individual differences among drivers. Variations in facial structure necessitate personalized feature extraction thresholds, yet existing methods apply a uniform threshold, leading to inaccurate feature extraction. …”
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Optimization of Zero-Energy Buildings Based on Multicriteria Optimization Method by Jianda Chen, Xingwei Dai, Xingwen Cai

“…At the same time, the multiobjective optimization method and process of the passive energy-saving technology of the near-zero energy consumption building proposed in this paper, as well as the technology combination template under different needs, provide a reference for the selection of the technology path.…”
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Aircraft Bearing Fault Diagnosis Method Based on LSTM-IDRSN by Lei Wang, Kun He, Haipeng Fu, Weixing Chen

“…Additionally, the model maintains high precision and stability even under noise interference, outperforming other methods.…”
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A case study comparing approaches to mask satellite-derived bathymetry by Galen Richardson, Anders Knudby, Yulun Wu, Mohsen Ansari

“…We compared the use of a threshold applied to the predicted depth, automated delineation of OSW using a published model, and manual delineation of OSW, to determine which method of masking unsuitable pixels for SDB performs best. …”
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Pengolahan Citra Berbasis Video Proccesing dengan Metode Frame Difference untuk Deteksi Gerak by Yovi Apridiansyah, Ardi Wijaya, Pahrizal, Rozali Toyib, Arif Setiawan

“… This study discusses the detection of motion of objects in video by utilizing the Frame difference method which aims to process video so as to produce Frames on moving objects. …”
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Possibilities of using a FRAX® risk calculator for 10-year probability of fractures assessment in patients with rheumatoid arthritis by O. A. Nikitinskaya, N. V. Toroptsova, E. L. Nasonov

“…Early detection of individuals at high risk for osteoporotic fractures among RA patients allows timely prevention of OP and its complications.Objective: to evaluate the diagnostic possibilities of using a FRAX® calculator without introducing femoral neck bone mineral density (BMD) into the algorithm, as well as different therapeutic intervention thresholds to identify RA patients who need anti-osteoporotic therapy.Subjects and methods. …”
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Method for Identifying Abnormal Hot Spots on the Surface of Composite Insulators by LIU Yao

“…Using the maximum inter class variance method to segment the thermal image of composite insulators, the average gray level of the thermal image of composite insulators is calculated, and the optimal threshold to partition the pixels in the thermal image of composite insulators is obtained. …”
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Symmetrized Maxwell–Garnett Approximation as an Effective Method for Studying Nanocomposites by M. M. Yashin, H. B. Mirzokulov

“…The symmetrized Maxwell-Garnett (SMG) approximation is considered as the most optimal method of an effective medium for the description of nanocomposite structures. …”
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Net effect of wealth on health for COVID-19 – worldwide state comparison by Agata Żółtaszek, Alicja Olejnik

“…In particular, we attempt to estimate both the net effect of affluence and the health economic threshold by applying a dedicated analytical tool and problem-specific forecasting methods. …”
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Pore connectivity evaluation and seepage characteristic of ultra deep carbonate reservoirs of permian Qixia formation in NW Sichuan basin by Hao Lu, Zike Ma, Hu Li, Penglei Yan, Xian Liu, Jiale Liu, Cheng Ma, Bo Kang, Boning Zhang, Yulong Zhao, Liehui Zhang

“…Approximately 25% of the reservoirs contain well-connected pores, and a threshold radius (r25) is identified as a key parameter for assessing connectivity. …”
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MODELING THE IMPACT OF PUBLIC DEBT ON THE ECONOMIC GROWTH WORLDWIDE by A. Stavytskyy, M. Bilychenko

“…The article deals with the analysis how the state debt influences economic growth of different countries of the world. The existing method of assessing the impact of public debt on the economic growth of developed countries has been improved, using the characteristic of debt stability and the application of Hansen econometric model in the pre- and post-crisis period. …”
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The coupled vibration of train and bridge as high-speed trains meet in crosswind by Wenhua Guo, Xinmin Hong, Chunxia Chen

“…Purpose – This paper aims to study the influence of aerodynamics force of trains passing each other on the dynamic response of vehicle bridge coupling system based on numerical simulation and multi-body dynamics and put forward the speed threshold for safe running of train under different crosswind speeds. …”
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The influence of digital village construction on agricultural green development-based on the mediate role of industrial structure upgrading by Zhaoguang Li, Kai Hu, Qinying Shi

“…The role and mechanism of China's digital rural construction in promoting the green development of the whole process of agricultural production needs further analysis.MethodsBased on the panel data of prefecture-level cities in Henan Province from 2013 to 2022, we used the entropy topsis model, the fixed effect model, the Tobit regression model, the intermediate effect model, and the threshold effect model, aiming to explore the effects of digital village construction on agricultural green development and their regional differences, impacts paths and non-linear effects.ResultsThe study found the following: (1) The level of agricultural green development and the digital village construction have increased in Henan province, with the latter exhibiting a spatial clustering phenomena. (2) Digital village construction has a significant positive effect on green agricultural development, but this effect does not exist in mountainous areas. (3) The digital village construction can impact green agricultural development through the updating of agricultural structures. (4) The positive influence of digital village construction on green agricultural development is non-linear, with a single-threshold and increasing marginal effects.DiscussionThese findings provide references for other countries to use digital elements to promote green and sustainable development of agriculture. …”
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Correlation of polymerase chain reaction results with hematocrit levels and platelet counts in dengue patients in Batam City by Kristina Simangunsong, Betty Nurhayati, Eem Hayati, Fusvita Merdekawati

“…Methods A descriptive correlation study was conducted using data from 102 patients infected with the dengue virus. …”
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