Numerical Simulation Study on Optimization of Multiparameter Combination for Horizontal Well Fracturing in Nonhomogeneous Conglomerate Reservoirs by Zehao Xu, Haiyang Zhao, Xiangjun Liu, Xiong Zhang, Pandeng Luo, Lixi Liang

“…This study employs the continuous–discontinuous element method (CDEM) to conduct engineering-scale 3D simulations using a mathematical model incorporating rock strength heterogeneity. A predictive model relating stimulated reservoir volume (SRV) to in situ stress, stage, cluster parameters, and well azimuth was developed, with SRV maximization as the objective. …”
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Viscoelastic Characterization of Long-Eared Owl Flight Feather Shaft and the Damping Ability Analysis by Jia-li Gao, Jin-kui Chu, Le Guan, Hai-xin Shang, Zhen-kun Lei

“…Consequently, the long-eared owl flight feathers can dissipate the vibration energy more effectively during the flying process based on the principle of damping mechanism, for the purpose of vibration attenuation and structure radiated noise reduction.…”
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Numerical Study on the Mechanism and Application of Artificial Free Surfaces in Bedrock Blasting of Shield Tunnels by Yanjun Qi, Linming Dou, Zhaoxing Dong, Zheng Jiang, Bo Meng, Junzhong Zhang

“…The existence of the artificial free face reflects the stress wave and superimposes with the original stress waves, increasing the effective stress in the blasting area, and the effective stress can be increased by 5 MPa or more. …”
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Experimental and numerical study on axial compressive strength of waste carbon fibre-reinforced concrete by Umar Ayaz Lone, Bin Zhao, Danish Yousuf Wani, Chengxin Peng

“…These findings underscore the dual benefits of incorporating waste carbon fibres into concrete by improving its mechanical properties while addressing environmental concerns through industrial waste reduction.…”
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Exploring agency, communion and narrative foreclosure in cognitive behavioural therapy for substance use disorders by Mark de Lange, Job van der Palen, Hein de Haan

“…Multivariate models revealed that baseline communion and past-directed NF predicted ’substance-use reduction’ during treatment, while ’cannabis use,’ communion and future directed NF were predictors of ’DASS-21 sum score reduction’. …”
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Utility of bioimpedance assay to assess the efficacy of resuscitation and volume changes in burns patients – An institutional observation by Pradeoth Mukundan Korambayil, Leya Mariam Shibu, Prashanth Varkey Ambookan

“…Impending sepsis and surgical intervention showed proportionate worsening of phase angle trends and predictive markers. The pediatric age group showed better recovery in bioimpedance assay for fluid changes, surgical stress, and sepsis-related changes in burns. …”
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The Relationship Between Mindset and Poverty Levels in Kisinga Sub-County Kasese District by Kambere, Roggers

“…The study was guided by objectives like identifying the government policies on poverty reduction in the Kasese district, examining the effects of poverty in rural areas in the Kasese district, and identifying the challenges hindering poverty reduction strategies in rural areas in the Kasese district. …”
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Study on Dynamic Disaster in Steeply Deep Rock Mass Condition in Urumchi Coalfield by Xing-Ping Lai, Mei-Feng Cai, Fen-Hua Ren, Peng-Fei Shan, Feng Cui, Jian-Tao Cao

“…The possible mining seismicity (MS) and its prediction are important for safety and recovery optimization of mining in steep-heavy-thick rock mass condition. …”
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Enhancing agricultural data interpretability and visualization with TabNet-driven feature extraction and Local Biplots by J. Triana-Martinez, A. Álvarez-Meza, G. Castellanos-Dominguez

“…Modern agriculture faces escalating challenges that demand predictive models balancing accuracy and interpretability to support informed decision-making. …”
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Effects of Sensory Garments on Sleep of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder by Lisa Mische Lawson, Lauren Foster, Morgan Hodges, Mia Murphy, Melissa O’Neal, Lesan Peters

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Effects of rates of consolidation on low-carbon solidification of marine deposits with recycled ISSA and GGBS by Ze-Jian Chen, Run-Dong Zhao, Hao-Yu Fang, Wen-Bo Chen, Rong-Jun Zhang, Jian-Hua Yin

“…Consolidation-solidification achieves higher volume reduction and yielding stress than pure solidification. …”
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A Review on the Resilient Response of Unsaturated Subgrade Soils by Xuanxuan Chu

“…Considering the great contribution of subgrade modulus to the overall performance of roads or railways, it is crucial to provide the best prediction of resilient modulus for their foundations. …”
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Damage evolution and failure mechanisms under unloading tests of coal based on mining and excavation processes by Yi Wang, Xiangrui Meng, Guangming Zhao, Yingming Li, Qihang Zhang, Zhixi Liu

“…The influence of end friction coefficients on failure morphology and stress redistribution were analyzed, and predictions were made for the bearing strength. …”
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Deformation Characteristics of Soft Marine Soil Tested under Cyclic Loading with Low Frequency by Yu Lu, Wenbin Fu, Danxuan Xue

“…Specimens tested under conditions such as high confining stress, high-stress ratio, and long cyclic period generally reveal higher deformation and pore pressure. …”
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Negative Air Ions Attenuate Nicotine-Induced Vascular Endothelial Dysfunction by Suppressing AP1-Mediated FN1 and SPP1 by Sha Xiao, Tianjing Wei, Mingyang Xiao, Mingming Shan, Ziqi An, Na Li, Jing Zhou, Shuang Zhao, Xiaobo Lu

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Exploring tolerance and side effects of an innovative yeast-bound iron supplement: a feasibility trial by Keely A. Shaw, Thomas A. Tompkins, Brendan Abrahamson-Durant, Gillian MacNevin, Jill A. Parnell, Martin J. MacInnis, Raylene A. Reimer, Jane Shearer

“…Participants reported good supplement tolerability, with only a few cases of mild, transient gastrointestinal symptoms. A reduction in constipation symptoms compared to baseline and a reduction in diarrhea symptoms on days cookies were consumed compared to days they were not were observed. …”
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A novel approach to the differential prognosis of early and late preeclampsia by A. N. Strizhakov, Е. V. Timokhina, S. M. Ibragimova, V. S. Belousova, Ya. O. Martirosyan

“…The role of MMP-1, MМP-2, MМP-3, MМP-7, MМP-9 in the placenta formation, the development of oxidative stress and endothelial dysfunction is described. We propose that in the future, the MMPs may be used for differentially predicting early and late PE.…”
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Effects of high-intensity interval training on patients with inflammatory arthritis: a systematic review by Christopher Sutherland, Tadesse Gebrye, Adekola Ademoyegun, Francis Fatoye, Chidozie Mbada

“…Abstract Background Despite reports of clinical benefits, concerns persist about the stress associated with high-intensity interval training (HIIT) in patients with inflammatory arthritis (IA). …”
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Calculation analysis and design on flexural capacity of partially encased steel–concrete composite beam with web opening by Jun Wan, Caisen Wang, Jiongfeng Liang, Hongzhi Su

“…Finally, in this paper, the prediction models of cracking moment, initial flexural stiffness and ultimate flexural strength are developed based on the idealized cross-section stress and the discounted mean stiffness method. …”
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Sufficient conditions for convergence of positive solutions to linearized two-dimensional sediment transport problem by Alexander I. Sukhinov, Valentina V. Sidoryakina, Andrey A. Sukhinov

“…It also may not coincide with the wind stress vector. Therefore, to solve lots of practically important problems associated with the prediction of the dynamics of the back surface of water basins, it is necessary to use spatially two-dimensional models of sediment transportation and effective numerical methods of their implementation. …”
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