Deep convolution neural network model in problem of crack segmentation on asphalt images by B. V. Sobol, A. N. Soloviev, P. V. Vasiliev, L. A. Podkolzina

“…Thus, it is necessary to improve the conditional assessment schemes of the monitor objects through the autovision.Materials and Methods. The authors have proposed a model of a deep convolution neural network for identifying defects on the road pavement images. …”
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Agro-environmental assessment of composting plants in Southwestern of Morocco (Souss-Massa Region) by Khalid Azim, S. Komenane, B. Soudi

“…As a result, there is a need to assess the existing composting plants at regional scale, to improve their efficiency, produce a high-quality soil amendment, free from any pathogens, and weed seeds. Methods The survey consisted of a diagnosis of the quantitative and qualitative status of the organic horticultural wastes (axillary buds; pruned leaves), and an agroenvironmental assessment of nine composting units. …”
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The Role of Exogenous Ketones in Road Cycling: Evidence, Mechanisms, and Performance Claims by Sebastian Sitko

“…However, the science surrounding their efficacy remains complex, with mixed field findings and unexplored mechanisms. <b>Methods</b>: A narrative review of the current literature was conducted, synthesizing studies on the metabolic and cognitive effects of ketone bodies in cycling. …”
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Conversion of Green Coconut Shell and Husk into Biobriquette Using Jatropha seed Adhesive by Putri Agus Utami, Raudhatul Aulianatia Sudarmi, Siti Sahara, Khairul Anwar, Mahidin Mahidin, Fauzi Muhammad Djuned

“…Fabrication of biobriquette was carried out using two methods: conventionally (without burning) and by pyrolysis (with burning) at temperatures of 380°C, 430°C, and 480°C for 3.5 hours. …”
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Comparison of the simplest diets to find the most effective one in developing ant colonies of Lasius niger by Norbert Szabó, Jenő Nagy, András Tartally

“…Numerous factors contribute to growing healthy ant colonies rapidly, including, for instance, humidity levels and appropriate farming methods. Proper diet is also an essential consideration. …”
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Automatiс Operation of a Rotary Garden Cultivator by Viktor N. Zvolinsky, Maksim A. Mosyakov

“…(Materials and methods) The authors have conducted research involving patented materials on the use of automated process control systems for pre-sowing soil cultivation with tools featuring hydraulic actuators of working elements. …”
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Efficient Conditions of Enzyme-Assisted Extractions and Pressurized Liquids for Recovering Polyphenols with Antioxidant Capacity from Pisco Grape Pomace as a Sustainable Strategy by Jacqueline Poblete, Mario Aranda, Issis Quispe-Fuentes

“…For PLE, the optimal parameters were 54% ethanol, 113 °C, and three extraction cycles. …”
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Evaluation of Energy Saving and Carbon Reduction for Quasi-low Temperature Green Grain Storage in Granary Energy Pile System by ZENG Chang-nv, MA Sai-long, ZHANG Zhen

“…To develop a grain storage energy pile-based quasi-low-temperature storage system that utilizes clean and green geothermal energy to provide low-temperature cooling for grain storage facilities, numerical simulation methods were employed to investigate the effects of heat exchange pipe flow velocity and system operation time on the thermal performance and energy efficiency of the grain storage energy pile system. …”
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A combined prediction model for middle and long-term water and sediment forecasting based on causal analysis feature selection by XuanZhao Kong, KeBin Shi, HaiKun Yao, SiHai Liu

“…In complex hydrological systems, collected multivariate time series contain critical system features, yet traditional feature selection methods fail to consider inter-variable causal relationships. …”
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VRU-YOLO: A Small Object Detection Algorithm for Vulnerable Road Users in Complex Scenes by Yunxiang Liu, Yuqing Shi

“…However, due to their small size and unpredictable movements, existing detection methods struggle to provide stable and accurate results under real-time conditions. …”
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Machine learning supported ground beef freshness monitoring based on near‐infrared and paper chromogenic array by Yihang Feng, Yi Wang, Burcu Beykal, Zhenlei Xiao, Yangchao Luo

“…Abstract Maintaining freshness and quality is crucial in the meat industry, as lipid oxidation can lead to undesirable odors, flavors, and potential health risks. Traditional methods for assessing meat freshness often involve time‐consuming and destructive techniques, highlighting the need for rapid, noninvasive approaches. …”
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Quantitative and Spatially Explicit Clustering of Urban Grocery Shoppers in Montreal: Integrating Loyalty Data with Synthetic Population by Duo Zhang, Laurette Dubé, Antonia Gieschen, Catherine Paquet, Raja Sengupta

“…Future research should explore multi-source data integration and advanced clustering methods. …”
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Integrating data from unmanned aerial vehicles and Sentinel-2 with PROSAIL-5D-driven machine learning for fuel moisture content estimation in agroecosystems by Jinlong Liu, Jia Jin, Jing Huang, Mengjuan Wu, Shaozheng Hao, Haoyi Jia, Tengda Qin, Yuqing Huang, Dan Chen, Nathsuda Pumijumnong

“…This study presents an advanced framework integrating multi-source remote sensing data fusion, physically based modeling, and machine learning to enable high-resolution and high-precision FMC estimation. …”
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Identification of Ecological Security Pattern and Ecological Restoration Zoning Strategy in the Shandong Section of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal by Chizhou Xu, Yande Jing, Yiwen Zhang, Yingchun Liu, Wenyang Yin, Shiping Zhao

“…An optimal evaluation approach based on the Minimum Cumulative Resistance model was developed to define the ecological security pattern. (3) Results: There were 20 ecological source areas in the lower and east portions of the study area, mainly grasslands, forests, and water areas. …”
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Spatial patterns and key driving factors of wheat harvest index under irrigation and rainfed conditions in arid regions by Yongyu Chen, Yongyu Chen, Hengbati Wutanbieke, Dongdong Zhong, Dongdong Zhong, Jian Chen, Jian Chen, Zhen Huo, Zhen Huo, Hegan Dong, Hegan Dong

“…However, the spatial distribution patterns of wheat HI and their key driving factors in arid regions remain unclear.MethodsThis study was conducted in Xinjiang, a typical arid region of China, during 2022–2023, involving two years of large-scale systematic sampling. …”
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Back to chromite as a mineralogical strategy for long-term chromium pollution control by Tianci Hua, Yanzhang Li, Yuxuan Hu, Rongzhang Yin, Yanan Zhang, Bingxu Hou, Houze Lu, Xiang Ji, Xiangzhi Bai, Anhuai Lu, Yan Li

“…To tackle the complexities of non-point source Cr pollution, we employ microbial methods to regulate on-site Eh and pH, optimizing chromite precipitation. …”
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Investigation on a smart textile heating concept for energy consumption-optimised heat transfer by Robin Oberlé, Robert T. Boich, Brikena Shazimani, Thomas Gries

“… Conventional non-stationary artificial heating methods, such as infrared radiators, have various deficits: The heat fields are small, their range is short, and the installation options are limited. …”
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Enhancing Concrete Sustainability: A Critical Review of the Performance of Recycled Concrete Aggregates (RCAs) in Structural Concrete by Alireza Alibeigibeni, Flavio Stochino, Marco Zucca, Fernando López Gayarre

“…However, pretreatment methods—mechanical, chemical, and thermal—along with optimized mix designs and the use of supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) have shown to significantly improve the concrete properties of RCAs. …”
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A semi-analytical model for flow regime diagnosis in multi-fractured horizontal wells within deep coalbed methane reservoirs by Chang-qing Liu, Zhao-biao Yang, He-qing Chen, Guo-xiao Zhou, Yu-hui Liang, Jun-yu Gu, Yu-qiang Wang, Cun-lei Li, Ben-ju Lu, Shuai-long Feng, Jia-nan Wang

“…Utilizing Laplace transformation and the Gaver-Stehfest numerical inversion method, combined with boundary elements and point-source functions, a semi-analytical solution is derived. …”
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MODIFIKASI KATALIS CaO DENGAN SrO PADA REAKSI TRANSESTERIFIKASI MINYAK JELANTAH MENJADI BIODIESEL MENGGUNAKAN by N Widiarti, E Kusumastuti

“…Catalyst modification performed by impregnation method of SrNO₃into CaO. The catalyst was used in transesterification reaction of wasted cooking oil with variation of  energy (80 and 100 </em><em>watt), variation of time (30, 60, 90, 120, and 150 seconds) and variation of SrO/CaO amount (1%, 2%, 4%, 8% and 16% w/w) as a catalyst. …”
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