Key frame extraction algorithm for surveillance videos using an evolutionary approach by Manjusha Rajan, Latha Parameswaran

“…Evolutionary algorithms offer a powerful solution for achieving optimal KFE. This proposed method leverages an interactive GA with a well-designed Fitness Function and elitism-based survivor selection to enhance performance. …”
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Air cooling design for the motor system of electric agricultural robots by Shusong Wang, Heng Wang, Peng Wang, Haiyuan Wang, Xiaolin Xie, Xin Jin, Xingyu Liu

“…Abstract To address the challenges of motor system temperature rising and the failure of temperature-sensitive components in electric agricultural robots, this study focuses on the cooling design for the motor system of a specific electric weeding robot using simulation and experiment methods. Optimal cooling fan configuration was proposed, and the safe operational fan airflow volume range at varying working ambient temperatures was determined. …”
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Cost-effectiveness analysis of use of a polypill versus usual care or best practice for primary prevention in people at high risk of cardiovascular disease. by Sue Jowett, Pelham Barton, Andrea Roalfe, Kate Fletcher, F D Richard Hobbs, Richard J McManus, Jonathan Mant

“…<h4>Methods</h4>A Markov model was developed to perform a cost-utility analysis with a one year time cycle and a 10 year time horizon to compare the polypill with usual care and optimal implementation of NICE Guidelines, using patient level data from a retrospective cross-sectional study. …”
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Determination of a rational shape of a bulldozer blade considering the soil background of the Republic of Kazakhstan by N. T. Surashov, R. B. Asmatulaev, D. N. Tolymbek

“…The optimal parameters of the blade with the maximum set of the drawing prism before the blade are determined. …”
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Designing a Model for Implementing Digital Banking Policy Based on Using Big Data in Iranian Banking Industry by Rahmatollah Gholipour Souteh, Hamed Esmaeili Rad

“…The research emphasizes the pivotal role of big data technology, which has received limited attention but has a significant impact on achieving the goals and ensuring the optimal implementation of digital banking. Methods This research falls within the realm of qualitative and postmodern studies, adopting an inductive approach. …”
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Auditory perception of biodiversity by human listeners by Elie Grinfeder, Elie Grinfeder, Jérôme Sueur, Richard McWalter, Frédéric Apoux, Christian Lorenzi

“…IntroductionThis study explored human auditory capacity to evaluate the number of biological sound sources in natural soundscapes.MethodsThis was achieved by measuring the ability of human participants to judge the number of birds when listening to soundscapes generated by an engineering algorithm that controlled for bird abundance, species richness, level disparities between songs, bird behavior and background noise.Results and discussionAlthough often inaccurate, numerosity judgments were generally affected by the number of birds, demonstrating sub-optimal sensitivity to biodiversity in humans. …”
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Bridging the gap: clinical translation of adipose-derived stem cells - a scoping review of clinical trials by Hankun Su, Hoksan Chau, Qilin Li, Fen Xiao, Yuanyuan Sun, Jingjing Chen, Yayi He, Jinyao Ning, Qin Hu, Yujie Xiao, Caiwen Li, Bixia Huang, Jing Zhao, Yanping Li, Hui Li

“…Bibliometric analysis revealed three clusters: stem cell sources and basic biology, orthopedic applications, and tissue regeneration mechanisms. …”
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Effect of electrophysical treatments on the storage life of potatoes and other vegetable crops by A. S. Dorokhov, A. V. Sibirev, A. G. Ponomarev, S. N. Petukhov

“…It also assesses the technological parameters in both laboratory and production settings to ensure a reduction in contamination. (Materials and methods) To determine the optimal technological parameters of a machine for processing vegetable crops and potatoes before storage in the post-harvest processing system, an experimental installation was created and the electrophysical effects on storage quality indicators were examined. …”
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Leveraging machine learning techniques to analyze nutritional content in processed foods by K. A. Muthukumar, Soumya Gupta, Doli Saikia

“…This research integrates machine learning with food science to develop a comprehensive AI framework for forecasting the protein content of various plant-based sources following both traditional and non-conventional processing methods. …”
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A review on computational tools for antidiabetic herbs research by Sanket Jadhav, Gargi Vaidya, Amisha Vora

“…As the global burden of diabetes continues to rise, there is increasing interest in identifying novel therapeutic agents from herbal sources to treat diabetes. By combining the principles of network pharmacology with computational methods such as molecular docking, molecular dynamics, and omics technologies, along with advancements in generative artificial intelligence and machine learning, researchers can effectively identify molecular targets, explore herb‒compound‒target networks, and investigate the synergistic effects and polypharmacology of the herbs. …”
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Decarbonisation of Natural Gas Grid: A Review of GIS-Based Approaches on Spatial Biomass Assessment, Plant Siting and Biomethane Grid Injection by Thanuja Gelanigama Mesthrige, Prasad Kaparaju

“…Most nations are shifting towards renewable energy sources to reduce energy-related emissions and achieve their net zero emissions targets by mid-century. …”
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Contribution of PW Pergunu Lampung in Improving the Competence of Islamic Religious Education Teachers in Lampung Province by Andika Bagus Setiawan, Fitriyani Fitriyani, Muhammad Luayyi

“…The data sources used in this study are primary data sources for PW Pergunu Lampung administrators and PAI teachers. …”
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548 Plain language summaries (PLS): Practices, limitations, and strategies by Aleeyaa Alam, Araksi Terteryan, Nancy Pire-Smerkanich

“…A best practice table, comparing recommendations from each group of sources, was developed with suggestions for writing effective PLS. …”
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A Novel Decision-Support Framework for Supporting Renewable Energy Technology Siting in the Early Design Stage of Microgrids: Considering Geographical Conditions and Focusing on Re... by Bharath Kumar Sugumar, Norma Anglani

“…This research is focused on microgrid design supporting tools and presents an innovative framework for renewable energy (RE) sources’ site selection, integrating multicriteria decision-making (MCDM) methods with resilience considerations and alignment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). …”
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Energy Management in Microgrids Using Model-Free Deep Reinforcement Learning Approach by Odia A. Talab, Isa Avci

“…Electric power systems are undergoing rapid modernization driven by advancements in smart-grid technologies, and microgrids (MGs) play a crucial role in integrating renewable energy sources (RESs), such as wind and solar energy, into existing grids. …”
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A systematic review on neutron radiography: applications, advantages, and challenges by Bibin Joseph, Maria Nicolet

“…But more work should be performed to optimize clinical usefulness. Portable neutron sources and better detector efficiency should be the focus of future innovations to make neutron radiography more applicable. …”
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A Detailed Thermal Analysis for Performance Improvement of Axial Transverse-flux-switching PM Wind Turbine Generator by A. Ghaheri, A. Zarghani, E. Afjei, H. Torkaman

“…In this paper, thermal modeling and analysis of ATFSPM are carried out in detail using a three-dimensional (3D) finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate the thermal condition for a precise performance improvement. To begin, all loss sources are accurately derived using 3-D FEA and analytical methods, taking into account the temperature dependence of material properties, and then losses are coupled to the thermal model as heat sources. …”
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Fuel Price Fluctuation and SME Financial Performance: A Case Study of the Agricultural Sector in Kagadi Town Council. by Bitaka, Raymond

“…Additionally, the study identifies several preventative measures adopted by SMEs, such as investing in fuel-efficient technologies, employing hedging strategies, diversifying energy sources, optimizing transportation routes, and renegotiating contracts with suppliers and customers. …”
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Time-Series Autoregressive Models for Point and Interval Forecasting of Raw and Derived Commercial Near-Infrared Spectroscopy Measures: An Exploratory Cranial Trauma and Healthy Co... by Amanjyot Singh Sainbhi, Logan Froese, Kevin Y. Stein, Nuray Vakitbilir, Rakibul Hasan, Alwyn Gomez, Tobias Bergmann, Noah Silvaggio, Mansoor Hayat, Jaewoong Moon, Frederick A. Zeiler

“…Leveraging existing archived data sources, four point and interval-forecasting methods using autoregressive integrative moving average (ARIMA) models were evaluated to assess their ability to predict NIRS cerebral physiologic signals. …”
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Solar Tracker Control System and Solar Panel Monitoring Based on Internet of Things by I Dewa Gede Agung Raisa Giovani, Made Sumerta Yasa, I Gede Ketut Sri Budarsa, I Wayan Raka Ardana, I Made Purbhawa, I Kadek Amerta Yasa

“…Solar energy into electrical energy is still not optimally utilized. One of the methods used to optimize the use of solar energy into electrical energy through solar panels is a solar tracker system and real-time remote monitoring based on the Internet of Things. …”
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