YOLOv8n-Al-Dehazing: A Robust Multi-Functional Operation Terminals Detection for Large Crane in Metallurgical Complex Dust Environment by Yifeng Pan, Yonghong Long, Xin Li, Yejing Cai

“…In the aluminum electrolysis production workshop, heavy-load overhead cranes equipped with multi-functional operation terminals are responsible for critical tasks such as anode replacement, shell breaking, slag removal, and material feeding. …”
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Formation of Innovative Environment in the Region as a Key Factor of the Implementation of Efficient Technologies by M. Ya. Veselovsky, A. A. Abdulvagapova

“…Together with the outer shell of cities and villages, competitiveness, scientific potential, high-qualified personnel of the region were erased from the face of the earth. …”
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The German period of the priestly ministry of metropolitan Vitaly (Ustinov) (based on the materials of the archive of the German diocese of the Russian Church Abroad) by Bazanov Varfolomey

“…The article describes the forced relocation of Hieromonk Vitaly from Berlin to Hamburg during bombings and shelling; The article presents the problems Father Vitaly faced in Hamburg: saving Russian migrants from forced repatriation, organising various courses, pastoral care. …”
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Feasibility and acceptability of hazard prediction training for potential hazard prevention at Champasak Provincial Hospital, Lao PDR: a case study by Yumiko Maekawa, Shinsuke Murai, Khammy Souvankham, Phonepaserth Phengsackmoung

“…We analyzed differences between the 20 intended hazards and the participants’ responses, awareness of risk factors based on the P-mSHELL model, and adherence to the discussion methods. …”
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High-entropy solvation chemistry towards affordable and practical Ah-level zinc metal battery by Linhui Chang, Hongwei Cheng, Jiamin Li, Lei Zhang, Bomian Zhang, Liheng Zheng, Qiangchao Sun, Jiantao Li, Xionggang Lu, Kangning Zhao

“…Abstract Aqueous zinc-ion batteries offer sustainable large-scale storage potential with inherent safety and low cost, yet suffer from limited energy density and cycle life due to aqueous electrolyte constraints. …”
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Gourd, Ornamental—Lagenaria spp., Cucurbita spp., and Luffa spp. by James M. Stephens

“…The article emphasizes the aesthetic and utilitarian value of these hard-shelled fruits, detailing popular varieties and offering guidance on drying, curing, and creative uses. …”
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Gourd, Bottle—Lagenaria siceraria (Mol.) Standl. by James M. Stephens

“…Originating in Africa and widely distributed across ancient civilizations, the plant is valued for both its edible young fruits and durable mature shells used as containers and tools. The article also discusses the plant’s growth habits, flower structure, varietal diversity, and susceptibility to pests and diseases, offering practical guidance for cultivation and post-harvest processing. …”
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Adsorption Kinetics for the Removal of Hazardous Dye Congo Red by Biowaste Materials as Adsorbents by Sumanjit Kaur, Seema Rani, Rakesh Kumar Mahajan

“…The present work aims to investigate the removal of dye congo red from aqueous solutions by two low-cost biowaste adsorbents such as ground nut shells charcoal (GNC) and eichhornia charcoal (EC) under various experimental conditions. …”
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Evaluating the impact of waste marble on the compressive strength of traditional concrete using machine learning by Kennedy C. Onyelowe, Viroon Kamchoom, Ahmed M. Ebid, Shadi Hanandeh, Susana Monserrat Zurita Polo, Rolando Fabián Zabala Vizuete, Rodney Orlando Santillán Murillo, Rolando Marcel Torres Castillo, Siva Avudaiappan

“…The GMDH-NN model was created using GMDH Shell 3.0 software, while AdaBoost, SVR and kNN models were created using “Orange Data Mining” software version 3.36. …”
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Studies on the Removal of Rhodamine B and Malachite Green from Aqueous Solutions by Activated Carbon by A. Edwin Vasu

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Thermo-oxidative degradation of chitin and chitosan derived from dead bees by Abdurazakov Mukhitdin, Akhimbetova Gulnara, Turaev Jamoliddin, Atakhanov Abdumutolib, Rashidova Sayyora

“…The use of dead bees as a raw material presents a cost-effective alternative to traditional sources like crustacean shells for producing chitin and chitosan.…”
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Hydroxyapatite-Based Adsorbent Materials from Aquaculture Waste for Remediation of Metal-Contaminated Waters: Investigation of Cadmium Removal by Mirco Cescon, Francesco Chiefa, Tatiana Chenet, Maura Mancinelli, Claudia Stevanin, Annalisa Martucci, Luisa Pasti

“…This approach offers significant advantages, including low cost, material availability, ease of operation, and high efficiency. …”
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Study on supercritical water regeneration of bio-based activated carbon saturated with acid red G by Yaling Mu, Zitong Zhuang, Kun Jiang, Yimeng Wei, Anjun Meng, Hui Jin

“…The dye and textile industry commonly employs activated carbon adsorption technology due to its cost-effectiveness and high efficiency. However, disposing of waste-activated carbon has a significant environmental and human health impact, and it’s a huge economic waste. …”
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Progress, Challenges and Prospects of Biomass-Derived Lightweight Carbon-Based Microwave-Absorbing Materials by Xujing Ren, Meirong Zhen, Fuliang Meng, Xianfeng Meng, Maiyong Zhu

“…They have the characteristics of low cost, easy preparation, high porosity and environmental friendliness while retaining the advantageous adjustable dielectric properties, high conductivity and good stability of traditional carbon materials. …”
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The Effects of Different Substrate Combinations on Growth and Yield of Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) by Charles Muswati, Kennedy Simango, Linda Tapfumaneyi, Moses Mutetwa, Wonder Ngezimana

“…Seven substrates, namely, Trt1 (cotton waste), Trt2 (wheat straw), Trt3 (crushed baobab fruit shells, 100%), Trt4 (cotton husk + wheat straw + crushed baobab fruit shells, 1 : 1 : 1), Trt5 (baobab fruit shells + cotton husks, 1 : 1), Trt6 (baobab fruit shells + wheat straw, 1 : 1), and Trt7 (cotton waste + wheat straw, 1 : 1) were used. …”
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Biomass as eco-friendly adsorbents for the removal of emerging pollutants from wastewater: A review by Asma Musfira Shabbirahmed, Anu Jacob, Pinaki Dey, Prathap Somu, Dibyajyoti Haldar

“…Renewable biomass-based adsorbents, including agricultural residues (e.g., rice husk, peanut shells), microbial biomass (e.g., bacteria, fungi), and microalgal biomass, offer cost-effective and eco-friendly alternatives. …”
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Investigation of wire arc additive manufacturing of cylindrical components by using cold metal transfer arc welding process by K. Shunmugesh, Snobin Mathew, Arun Raphel, Raman Kumar, T. Ramachandran, Ashish Goyal, Abhijit Bhowmik

“…Additionally, the research highlights the cost-effectiveness and time-efficiency of WAAM, positioning it as a practical alternative for large-scale manufacturing in response to the growing demand for innovative production techniques. …”
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Properties of ceramic membranes obtained from kaolinitic clay mixed with palm and mango wastes from Cameroon: Application to wastewater treatment from breweries by Yacouba Mfomboum Kouotou, André Njoya, Ibrahim Cherif Mountapbeme, Saliou Njuhou, Pelagie Syapnjeu Kamgang, Mohamed Mouafon, Dayirou Njoya, Daniel Njopwouo

“…Abstract This work focuses on the development of new ceramic membranes based on mixtures of low‐cost and locally available raw materials such as kaolinitic clay and additives such as palm kernel shells and mango seed shells, which are used as pore‐forming agents to increase pore size, and on their efficiencies in rejecting organic and inorganic pollutants from brewery wastewater. …”
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Preparation of Nitrogen-Doped Biochar and Its Adsorption Performance for Cr⁶⁺ and Pb²⁺ in Aqueous Systems by Yazhai Zhang, Zhilei Xia, Aainaa Izyan Nafsun, Weiying Feng

“…Biochar was prepared from apricot branches, apricot shells, and corn stalks through nitrogen doping modification, and its structure and properties were characterized and analyzed. …”
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From Plant By-Products to Insects to Shrimp: A Pathway to Sustainable Aquaculture Feed in a Circular Economy by Annalena Barth, Slim Bendag, Patrick Klüber, Daniel Kreft, Patrick Schubert, Dorothee Tegtmeier, Thomas Wilke

“…Therefore, the general goal of this study was to evaluate the suitability of BSF larvae reared on three common plant by-products (cocoa bean shells, depectinized apple pomace, and potato peelings) as a feed component for PWS aquaculture based on randomized controlled feeding trials. …”
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