Deadbeat-based control for MMC-HVDC power systems by Milovan Majstorović, Vaibhav Nougain, Leposava Ristić, Aleksandra Lekić

“…With the inherent advantages of lower computational burden and superior transient performance, AC current deadbeat controller is used for the modulation in OVL-MPC. To improve the robustness of the control method, the Moore–Penrose pseudo-inversion is applied to address control parameter mismatches, while the Smith predictor compensates for time delays. …”
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From Pixels to Diagnosis: Early Detection of Diabetic Retinopathy Using Optical Images and Deep Neural Networks by Amira J. Zaylaa, Sylva Kourtian

“…As future directions, it is necessary to develop a grading algorithm and to explore other strategies to further improve the automatic detection and diagnosis of DR and integrate it into digital slit lamp machines.…”
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Efficient vision transformers with edge enhancement for robust small target detection in drone-based remote sensing by Xuguang Zhu, Zhizhao Zhang

“…First, a Multi-Scale Edge Enhancement Fusion (MSEEF) module is designed, integrating adaptive pooling and edge-aware convolution to preserve target boundary details while enabling cross-scale feature interaction. Second, a Layered Attention Fusion (LAF) mechanism is developed, leveraging spatial depth-wise convolution and omnidirectional kernel feature fusion to improve hierarchical localization capability for densely occluded targets. …”
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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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Extraction of Levees from Paddy Fields Based on the SE-CBAM UNet Model and Remote Sensing Images by Hongfu Ai, Xiaomeng Zhu, Yongqi Han, Shinai Ma, Yiang Wang, Yihan Ma, Chuan Qin, Xinyi Han, Yaxin Yang, Xinle Zhang

“…We developed the SCA-UNet model by optimizing the UNet algorithm and enhancing its network architecture through the integration of the Convolutional Block Attention Module (CBAM) and Squeeze-and-Excitation Networks (SE). …”
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Adaptive Multi-Robot Exploration for Unknown Environments Using Edge-Weighted Path Planning by Farhad Baghyari, Tyler Parsons, Jaho Seo, Byeongjin Kim, Mingeuk Kim, Hanmin Lee

“…Experimental results demonstrate that the algorithm achieves improved exploration efficiency and adaptability compared to a real-time scheduling method while maintaining computational feasibility. …”
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Efficient RANSAC in 4D Plane Space for Point Cloud Registration by Chang Liu, Chao Liu, Yuming Zhang, Zhongqi Wu, Jianwei Guo

“…Based on those new descriptors, we randomly select corresponding plane pairs to compute candidate transformations, followed by a hypotheses verification step to identify the optimal registration. Extensive tests on large-scale point sets demonstrate the effectiveness of our method, and that it notably improves registration performance compared to state-of-the-art methods in terms of efficiency and accuracy.…”
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UAV Small Target Detection Model Based on Dual Branches and Adaptive Feature Fusion by Guogang Wang, Mingxing Gao, Yunpeng Liu

“…The model first constructs a small target detection framework with dual branches to improve the detection accuracy while reducing the number of parameters. …”
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Building construction crack detection with BCCD YOLO enhanced feature fusion and attention mechanisms by Wenhao Ren, Zuowei Zhong

“…Firstly, this model optimizes the Path Aggregation Network (PAN) by introducing lateral skips and weighted feature fusion mechanisms, improving the multi-scale fusion capability of bare concrete crack features. …”
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IMA-FLADRC-Based Electric-Driven High-Speed Maize Precision Seeding Control Strategy and System by Song Wang, Shujuan Yi, Bin Zhao, Yifei Li, Dongming Zhang, Tao Chen, Wensheng Sun

“…This study develops an electric-driven high-speed maize precision seeding control system, establishing kinematic models for the seeding and guiding motors relative to operating speed. An Improve Mayfly Algorithm-Fuzzy Linear Active Disturbance Rejection Control (IMA-FLADRC)-based control strategy is proposed, integrating a fuzzy algorithm to adaptively adjust the proportional coefficient of the Linear State Error Feedback (LSEF) and optimizing key parameters using an IMA, enhancing system adaptability and robustness. …”
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Architectural Gaps in Generative AI: Quantifying Cognitive Risks for Safety Applications by He Wen, Pingfan Hu

“…<b>Conclusions</b>: These findings suggest that such distances represent not only algorithmic abstraction but also potential safety risks when generative AI is deployed in practice. …”
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Robust design of bicycle infrastructure networks by Christoph Steinacker, Mads Paulsen, Malte Schröder, Jeppe Rich

“…Interestingly, while the more complex optimization models yield better overall welfare results, the improvements over simpler methods are small. …”
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Cross-modal adaptive reconstruction of open education resources by Tang Shengju, Feng Li, Zhan Wang, Xie Zhaoyuan

“…The dynamic knowledge graph improved recommendation accuracy by 35.5% while achieving low system latency (1.45 s average, 99% of responses ≤ 1.8 s). …”
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User Handover Aware Hierarchical Federated Learning for Open RAN-Based Next-Generation Mobile Networks by Amardip Kumar Singh, Kim Khoa Nguyen

“…To address these challenges, we propose MHORANFed, a novel optimization algorithm tailored to minimize learning time and resource usage costs while preserving model performance within a mobility-aware hierarchical FL framework for O-RAN. …”
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I-YOLOv11n: A Lightweight and Efficient Small Target Detection Framework for UAV Aerial Images by Yukai Ma, Caiping Xi, Ting Ma, Han Sun, Huiyang Lu, Xiang Xu, Chen Xu

“…Therefore, this paper proposes a lightweight algorithm, I-YOLOv11n, based on YOLOv11n, which is systematically improved in terms of both feature enhancement and structure compression. …”
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Hydrodynamic optimisation of a horizontal-axis hydrokinetic turbine for the River Ganga using a semi-analytical approach by Kripal, Anoop Kanjirakat

“…This enabled identification of an optimal configuration ensuring an efficient power curve while maintaining sufficient cavitation safety margin. …”
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Intelligent and automatic irrigation system based on internet of things using fuzzy control technology by Xinying Liu, Zhihuan Zhao, Amin Rezaeipanah

“…To address this issue, smart irrigation systems using the Internet of Things (IoT) have emerged as a solution for optimizing water use. These systems utilize real-time sensor data to improve irrigation efficiency and agricultural productivity. …”
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Shoulder–Elbow Joint Angle Prediction Using COANN with Multi-Source Information Integration by Siyu Zong, Wei Li, Dawen Sun, Zhuoda Jia, Zhengwei Yue

“…To address the precision challenges in upper-limb joint motion prediction, this study proposes a novel artificial neural network (COANN) enhanced by the Cheetah Optimization Algorithm (COA). The model integrates surface electromyography (sEMG) signals with joint angle data through multi-source information fusion, effectively resolving the local optima issue in neural network training and improving the accuracy limitations of single sEMG predictions. …”
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Flood resilience assessment of region based on TOPSIS-BOA-RF integrated model by Guofeng Wen, Fayan Ji

“…Training samples are then input into the Butterfly Optimization Algorithm(BOA) to optimize the key parameters in the Random Forest(RF). …”
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Machine learning-driven multi-targeted drug discovery in colon cancer using biomarker signatures by Tingting Liu, Lifan Zhong, Xizhe Sun, Zhijiang He, Witiao Lv, Liyun Deng, Yanfei Chen

“…The artificial intelligence model personalizes therapy by leveraging patient-specific molecular profiles, optimizing drug selection and dosage while minimizing side effects. …”
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