Characteristics and Optimization of Transient Process of Pump-Turbine Units in Power Generation Mode by Minglu Zhang, Jie Liu, Junqin Yu, Changhua Nie

“…Pumped storage power is considered an ideal regulated power source for new energy. However, the traditional one-dimensional characteristic line method cannot predict the pulsating pressure caused by the reverse “S” characteristic of a pump–turbine. …”
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Pot Skirt Configuration on the UB-03 Biomass Stove: Taguchi Approach Optimization by Bayu Rudianto, Maghriza Iskhak, Dedy Eko Rahmanto, Miftah Hijriawan

“…This study used the Water Boiling Test (WBT) method for experimental testing. In addition, the Taguchi method was used to analyze the data obtained. …”
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Phase field modeling for fracture prediction in goat tibia using an open-source quantitative computer tomography based finite element framework by Debangshu Paul, Zachariah Arwood, Pierre-Yves Mulon, Dayakar Penumadu, Timothy Truster

“…To make the process accessible and extensible, open-source software was utilized throughout the entire modeling process for the first time. …”
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Analyzing Soret and Dufour Effects on MHD Variable Viscosity Casson Nanofluid Flow Past a Stretching Sheet With Heat Source/Sink by Hundasa Chala Nagari, Mitiku Daba Firdi, Ebba Hindebu Rikitu

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Paddy Field Scale Evapotranspiration Estimation Based on Two-Source Energy Balance Model with Energy Flux Constraints and UAV Multimodal Data by Tian’ao Wu, Kaihua Liu, Minghan Cheng, Zhe Gu, Weihua Guo, Xiyun Jiao

“…This study aims to enhance the accuracy and reliability of <i>ET</i> estimation in rice paddies through two synergistic approaches: (1) integrating the energy flux diurnal variations into the Two-Source Energy Balance (TSEB) model, which considers the canopy and soil temperature components separately, for physical estimation and (2) optimizing the flight altitudes and observation times for thermal infrared (TIR) data acquisition to enhance the data quality. …”
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Demand-Responsive Evaluation and Optimization of Fitness Facilities in Urban Park Green Spaces by Xiaohui Lv, Kangxing Li, Jiyu Cheng, Ziru Ren

“…Accurately identifying user demand provides a solid basis for optimizing the functional configuration of urban parks. (2) Methods: This study took the old city area of Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China, as a case study. …”
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Enhancing access to underutilized ground water potential for improving livelihoods and conflict reduction in Kagera Sub-Basin, Tanzania by Estella Mgala, Joel Nobert, Edmund B. Mabhuye, Brown Gwambene

“…The study employed a mixed-methods approach, utilizing key informant interviews, household questionnaires, focus group discussions, direct observations, and secondary data sources. …”
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Day-Ahead Scheduling of IES Containing Solar Thermal Power Generation Based on CNN-MI-BILSTM Considering Source-Load Uncertainty by Kun Ding, Yalu Sun, Boyang Chen, Jing Chen, Lixia Sun, Yingjun Wu, Yusheng Xia

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Open-Source High-Throughput Phenotyping for Blueberry Yield and Maturity Prediction Across Environments: Neural Network Model and Labeled Dataset for Breeders by Jing Zhang, Jerome Maleski, Hudson Ashrafi, Jessica A. Spencer, Ye Chu

“…This model will be helpful for blueberry breeders, enabling more efficient selection, and for growers, helping them accurately estimate optimal harvest windows. This open-source tool can potentially enhance research capabilities and agricultural productivity.…”
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Dietary Sources and Nutrient Adequacy Potential of Local Foods among Children (6–23 Months) in Urban Slums of West Oromia (Ethiopia) by Wondu Garoma Berra

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Optimized Conditions for Catalytic Chemical Vapor Deposition of Vertically Aligned Carbon Nanotubes by M. Makenali, R. Ajeian, M. Tavakkoli, M. Nakhaee Badrabadi, S. Panahian Jand, M. Zare

“…Here, we have synthesized vertically aligned carbon nanotubes (VA-CNTs), using chemical vapor deposition (CVD) method. Cobalt and ethanol are used as the catalyst and the carbon source, respectively. …”
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LiDAR-Based Road Cracking Detection: Machine Learning Comparison, Intensity Normalization, and Open-Source WebGIS for Infrastructure Maintenance by Nicole Pascucci, Donatella Dominici, Ayman Habib

“…This study emphasizes the practical advantages of comparing clustering and machine learning techniques on 3D LiDAR point clouds, both with and without intensity normalization, and proposes a replicable, computationally efficient alternative to deep learning methods, which often require extensive training datasets and high computational resources.…”
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Design of a Novel UWB Omnidirectional Antenna Using Particle Swarm Optimization by Chengyang Yu, Tanghong Xu, Changjun Liu

“…A UWB E-plane omnidirectional microwave antenna is designed and fabricated for IEEE 802.11a communication system and microwave magnetron source system as a radiation monitor. A cooptimization method based on particle swarm optimization (PSO) algorithm and FDTD software is presented. …”
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Research on Location Optimization of Energy Router Cluster Access to Radial Distribution Network by Qiang WU, Xiaofeng DUAN, Gang LUO, Lizong ZHANG, Wei JIANG, Yang YAN

“…Based on the structure and operation characteristics of radial distribution network, this paper analyzes and decouples the relationship between node voltage and load power, constructs an evaluation index of voltage improvement degree based on voltage sensitivity, and proposes an optimization method of energy router cluster location in distribution network, which realizes balanced optimization of energy router cluster access in distribution network, and provides reference for distribution network with new source load access.…”
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Multi-peak light sources can improve the physical and mechanical properties of a zirconia- and diatomite-based dental resin: an in vitro study by Jucivaldo Martins Gonçalves, Thalles Arievo Mota Sales, Cauã Santiago Figueiredo, Rafael Pinto de Mendonça, Jefferson Pires da Silva Júnior, Tânia Mara da Silva, Sérgio Eduardo de Paiva Gonçalves, Hércules Bezerra Dias

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Fairness-Oriented Charging Station Location Optimization Driven by Deep Reinforcement Learning by Siyue Yuan, Jiaying Fu, Xiaoyin Ma

“…Existing studies mostly rely on static data and traditional optimization methods, which are unable to adapt to the dynamic changes in the city, necessitating innovative strategies to improve both fairness and efficiency in location planning. …”
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Cooperative Optimal Control Strategy for Microgrid under Grid-Connected and Islanded Modes by Xuemei Zheng, Qiuming Li, Peng Li, Danmei Ding

“…Both simulation and experimental results confirm that the proposed method can achieve cooperative control of the MG system in both grid-connected and islanded mode.…”
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Automated reinforcement learning for sequential ordering problem using hyperparameter optimization and metalearning by André Luiz Carvalho Ottoni

“…Therefore, this paper aims to present a new AutoRL approach for SOP. For this, two new methods are proposed using hyperparameter optimization and metalearning: AutoRL-SOP and AutoRL-SOP-MtL. …”
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The Optimal Allocation Strategy of Pumped Storage for the Collaborative Operation with Wind/Solar Generation by Linwei SANG, Xuan WEI, Yinliang XU, Hongbin SUN

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Optimizing Solar Panel Efficiency: Integration of Dual Axis Solar Tracking and Reflectors by Alvin Rinaldi Wiharja, Levin Halim, Faisal Wahab

“…The dual-axis solar tracking method, using two linear actuators and optimized by fuzzy logic, efficiently positions solar panels for maximum sunlight exposure. …”
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