Developing an efficient algorithm for robust school bus routing with heterogeneous fleet by Mohamad Ali Movafaghpour

“…The main advantage of this method over other present robust optimization methods is its emphasis on maintaining the feasibility of the optimal solution when dealing with the most diverse set of uncertainty scenarios while keeping the computational effort needed as low as desired.…”
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Identifying the optimal dose of cannabidiol by intrabuccal administration in Kramnik (C3HeB/FeJ) mice by Oluwadara Pelumi Omotayo, Siyethemba Bhengu, Kobus Venter, Yolandy Lemmer, Shayne Mason

“…The secondary aim was to determine whether sex is a confounding factor. Methods Thirty adult Kramnik mice, divided equally into three groups, were administered CBD oil intrabuccally at three doses—10, 20, and 30 mg/kg, euthanized 6 h later, and whole brain, urine, and blood samples were collected. …”
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Fatigue and stamina prediction of athletic person on track using thermal facial biomarkers and optimized machine learning algorithm by P. K. Santhosh, B. Kaarthick

“…The complex background and improper environmental lighting conditions affects the identification of athlete’s facial expressions while playing. Existing methods use RGB and traditional night vision cameras for detecting athlete’s facial expressions that operates only in minimum lighting condition. …”
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Formation of the enterprise's production cost management system by Yuliia Peniak, Olha Abramova, Anastasiia Karpishyna

“…It is proven that one of the main tasks of a cost management strategy in production is optimizing its structure, which can lead to significant cost savings, increased profitability, and improved production efficiency while maintaining product quality. …”
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Dynamic Relationship between the Iranian Stock Market and Commodity Markets: A TVP-VAR Approach and Portfolio Optimization by Hadi Esmaeilpour, Emad Sharifbagheri

“…By utilizing pairwise connectedness indices, an optimal asset portfolio is constructed using the minimum connectedness approach (MCoP) and subsequently compared with traditional methods such as the Minimum Variance Portfolio (MVP) and the Minimum Correlation Portfolio (MCP). …”
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Optimizing Student Learning Outcomes Through the Jigsaw Type Cooperative Learning Model Assisted by Mind Mapping Media by I Kadek Nika Antara, I Made Citra Wibawa, Adrianus I Wayan Ilia Yuda Sukmana

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Optimizing preparation of renal biopsy specimens for TEM: a time-efficient approach to rapid diagnosis of kidney diseases by Gen Wang, Xiaodong Zhu, Shaoshan Liang, Feng Xu, Dandan Liang, Caihong Zeng

“…In this study, we present an optimized protocol that significantly reduces processing time to 19.5 h, compared to 120 h with conventional methods, while preserving ultrastructural quality in 55 renal biopsy specimens. …”
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Performance Optimization of Synchronous Reluctance Motor using Adaptive MTPA Curve Fitting with Anti-Windup Current Control by Alex V, Rammohan A

“…In this study, a curve-fitting approach integrated with anti-windup control is employed, where an analytical function is developed to closely approximate the optimal current trajectory. This method effectively minimizes computational burden while preserving high control accuracy. …”
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Optimization of quenching process parameters for 18Cr2Ni4WA steel spiral bevel gears by FENG Ruibo, XU Hongyu, ZHANG Fengshou, LI Li

“…ObjectiveTo investigate the influence of quenching process parameters (quenching temperature, time, oil temperature) on the deformation and hardness of 18Cr2Ni4WA steel spiral bevel gears during heat treatment, and to determine the optimal combination of quenching process parameters within the range.MethodsOrthogonal tests were designed to simulate gear heat treatment using Deform software. …”
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Integrating sustainability and least cost path analysis with a relative sustainability scoring index for optimal road planning by Ahmed K. Samy, Emad S. Bakhoum, Yasmeen A. S. Essawy, Khaled A. Hamdy

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Optimizing energy and latency in edge computing through a Boltzmann driven Bayesian framework for adaptive resource scheduling by Dinesh Sahu, Nidhi, Rajnish Chaturvedi, Shiv Prakash, Tiansheng Yang, Rajkumar Singh Rathore, Idrees Alsolbi

“…The feature of temperature adaptation within Boltzmann further guarantees the achievement of the optimal scheduling actions while ensuring flexibility in the case or altering load percentages. …”
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Time-Optimal Model Predictive Control for Linear Time-Variant Systems Based on Configuration-Constrained Backward Reachability by Michael Fink, Annalena Daniels, Dirk Wollherr, Marion Leibold

“…This paper presents a robust formulation of Time-Optimal Model Predictive Control for Linear Time-Variant systems that leverages backward reachability analysis for time-optimality while achieving constraint handling and disturbance rejection. …”
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Optimizing water-efficient agriculture: evaluating the sustainability of soil management and irrigation synergies using fuzzy extent analysis by Rishikesh Sharma, Srinivas Rallapalli, Joe Magner

“…The results indicate that Zero Tillage is the most effective tillage practice (score of 0.176), while Deficit Irrigation emerges as the most efficient irrigation method, scoring 0.144. …”
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Russian Study on Optimal Blood Pressure Reduction (ROSA 2). Two-year follow-up. What is the result? by Yu. N. Belenkov, I. E. Chazova, L. G. Ratova

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A novel approach for music genre identification using ZFNet, ELM, and modified electric eel foraging optimizer by Shuang Zhang, Zhiyong Sun, Hasan Jafari

“…The present research suggests a new method for music genre identification via integrating deep learning models with a metaheuristic algorithm. …”
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Calibrating activated sludge models through hyperparameter optimization: a new framework for wastewater treatment plant simulation by Huarong Yu, Yue Wang, Tan Li, Qibo Gan, Dan Qu, Fangshu Qu

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Modeling of information support to optimize logistics tasks in transport sector using a programmable container transformer simulator by A. A. Korotkii, D. A. Yakovleva, A. A. Maslennikov, I. V. Golovko

“…A common system architecture and a simulator are created for the software debugging and testing under the organization of a single space to monitor and optimize cargo transportation using “smart” container transformers while providing transport services to the population and legal entities in an urban environment.Discussion and Conclusions. …”
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Dynamic Portfolio Optimization with Diversification Analysis and Asset Selection Amidst High Correlation Using Cryptocurrencies and Bank Equities by Hamdan Bukenya Ntare, John Weirstrass Muteba Mwamba, Franck Adekambi

“…The portfolio performance of the three methods is also compared with the results from the traditional one-period mean–variance optimization (MVO) method. …”
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Fast, smart, and adaptive: using machine learning to optimize mental health assessment and monitor change over time by Daiana Colledani, Claudio Barbaranelli, Pasquale Anselmi

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Optimization Algorithm of Adaptive Dual-layer Search Path Planning Based on Left-hand Traffic Rules in Mines by HUANG Jiade, LIU Yong, HU Yunqing, MEI Wenqing

“…Further optimization through the gradient descent method enables the efficient generation of safe and smooth paths. …”
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