Externally bonded reinforcement side extended (EBRSE) technique to postpone debonding of FRP laminates in strengthened concrete elements by Mehdi Aghabagloo, Laura Carreras, Cristina Barris, Alba Codina, Marta Baena

“…Additionally, a numerical approach was applied, combining the finite difference method with a metaheuristic optimization algorithm, to derive the bond-slip law governing the constitutive behavior of both systems. …”
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Local Search-Based Metaheuristic Methods for the Solid Waste Collection Problem by Haneen Algethami

“…Local search methods, notably GLS, have significantly improved the route construction process. The nearest neighbour algorithm has often outperformed the Clarke and Wright's methods. …”
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A Two-Phase and Bi-Level Spatial Configuration Methodology of Shelters Based on a Circular Assignment Model and Evacuation Traffic Flow Allocation by Yujia Zhang, Wei Chen, Guangchun Zhong, Guofang Zhai, Wei Zhai

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Influence maximization under imbalanced heterogeneous networks via lightweight reinforcement learning with prior knowledge by Kehong You, Sanyang Liu, Yiguang Bai

“…It is significant that the reduction of number of seed set selections T not only keeps the quality of solutions, but lowers the algorithm’s computational cost.…”
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SSOME MODERN ASPECTS OF CATARACT TREATMENT IN CHILDREN by K. B. Pershin, N. F. Pashinova, A. V. Tcherkashina

“…On the basis of the own experience the authors suggest the algorithm of surgical tactics and optimal terms of treatment of congenital cataract and amblyopia.…”
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Adjustment of angle error and tolerance allocation methods for RV reducers by ZHANG Bowen, ZHOU Jianxing, CUI Quanwei, LIN Kaihong, ZHOU Yadong, XU Wenqiang

“…Finally, with the minimum total processing cost as the objective function, the angular tolerance allocation of key components was completed by using the genetic algorithm.ResultsThe research results prove the effectiveness of this method in improving the transmission accuracy and stability of RV reducers, but different accuracy weight values should be selected according to actual accuracy requirements to minimize costs.…”
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Rice Growth Parameter Estimation Based on Remote Satellite and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Image Fusion by Jiaqi Duan, Hong Wang, Yuhang Yang, Mingwang Cheng, Dan Li

“…The results indicate the following: (1) The fusion of satellite and UAV images, combined with spectral information and textural features, can significantly improve the estimation accuracy of LAI and SPAD compared to using only spectral information or textural features. (2) Sparrow search algorithm-optimized extreme gradient boosting (SSA-XGBoost) regression achieved the highest accuracy, with R² and RMSE of 0.904 and 0.183 in LAI estimation and 0.857 and 0.882 in SPAD estimation, respectively. …”
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Research on Hyperspectral Inversion of Soil Organic Carbon in Agricultural Fields of the Southern Shaanxi Mountain Area by Yunhao Han, Bin Wang, Jingyi Yang, Fang Yin, Linsen He

“…The results indicate that (1) the Spectral Space Transformation (SST) algorithm effectively eliminates environmental interference on image spectra, enhancing SOC prediction accuracy; (2) continuous wavelet transform significantly reduces data noise compared to other spectral processing methods, further improving SOC prediction accuracy; and (3) among feature band selection methods, the CARS algorithm demonstrated the best performance, achieving the highest SOC prediction accuracy when combined with the random forest model. …”
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P-Band PolInSAR Sub-Canopy Terrain Retrieval in Tropical Forests Using Forest Height-to-Unpenetrated Depth Mapping by Chuanjun Wu, Jiali Hou, Peng Shen, Sai Wang, Gang Chen, Lu Zhang

“…A nonlinear iterative optimization algorithm is then employed to estimate forest height, from which a fundamental mapping between forest height and unpenetrated depth is established. …”
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Global air quality index prediction using integrated spatial observation data and geographics machine learning by Tania Septi Anggraini, Hitoshi Irie, Anjar Dimara Sakti, Ketut Wikantika

“…The GML considers geographical characteristics in the analysis by calculating the optimal bandwidth area in its algorithm. The study employs nine scenarios to identify which parameters significantly contribute to the model and determine the best parameter combinations. …”
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Data mining methods application in reflexive adaptation realization in e-learning systems by A. S. Bozhday, Y. I. Evseeva, A. A. Gudkov

“…Finding such regularities and their subsequent analysis will make it possible to reorganize the structure of the system in a more optimal way and without human intervention, which will prolong the life cycle of the software and reduce the costs of its maintenance. …”
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Utilization of Neural Network in the Diagnosis of Pes Planus and Pes Cavus with a Smartphone Camera by Samir Ghandour MD, Anton Lebedev BS, Wei Shao Tung BS, Konstantin Semianov BS, Artem Semyanov MS, Daniel Guss MD, MBA, Gregory R. Waryasz MD, John Y. Kwon MD, Christopher W. DiGiovanni MD, Soheil Ashkani-Esfahani MD, Lorena Bejarano-Pineda MD

“…While effective, traditional diagnostic methods pose limitations such as cost, radiation exposure, and accessibility, particularly in underserved areas. …”
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Optimasi Algoritma Naive Bayes dengan Diskritisasi K-Means pada Diagnosis Penyakit Jantung by Nafa Fajriati, Budi Prasetiyo

“…This shows that K-means discretization plays a role in optimizing the performance of the Naïve Bayes algorithm to produce better accuracy. …”
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Automated Quality Control of Cleaning Processes in Automotive Components Using Blob Analysis by Simone Mari, Giovanni Bucci, Fabrizio Ciancetta, Edoardo Fiorucci, Andrea Fioravanti

“…The proposed approach offers a cost-effective and scalable solution for real-time quality control in industrial environments, with the potential to improve process reliability and reduce waste due to surface defects.…”
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Radio Map Reconstruction With Adaptive Spatial Feature Learning by Jie Yang, Wenbin Guo

“…In this paper, we first explore the spatial features of signals on the radio map and formulate the reconstruction problem as an optimization problem with feature penalties. Then, we propose an iteration algorithm with spatial feature learning to reconstruct signals on the radio map, which improves the reconstruction accuracy by using an adaptive feature dictionary. …”
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Sequential Hybrid Beamforming for Radio Stripes by Joumana JOUMANA, Daniel Castanheira, Adao Silva, Rui Dinis, Atilio Gameiro

“…In this regard, radio stripe (RS) is a promising and cost-efficient approach to deal with these issues, improving system efficiency and scalability. …”
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Loop-mediated isothermal amplification assays for the detection of antimicrobial resistance elements in Vibrio cholera by Daniel Antonio Negrón, Shipra Trivedi, Nicholas Tolli, David Ashford, Gabrielle Melton, Stephanie Guertin, Katharine Jennings, Bryan D. Necciai, Shanmuga Sozhamannan, Bradley W. Abramson

“…Methods We developed an algorithm for the in silico design and evaluation of LAMP assays within the open-source PCR Signature Erosion Tool (PSET) and a computer vision application for the quantitative analysis of colorimetric outputs. …”
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Facial emotion based smartphone addiction detection and prevention using deep learning and video based learning by C. Joseph, P. Uma Maheswari

“…Experimental results demonstrate significant improvements in students’ behavior and reductions in smartphone usage post-intervention. …”
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Explainable Ensemble Learning Model for Residual Strength Forecasting of Defective Pipelines by Hongbo Liu, Xiangzhao Meng

“…This approach resolves the issues of excessive iterations and high computational costs associated with conventional hyperparameter optimization methods, significantly enhancing the model’s predictive performance. …”
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Strategies and Challenges for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle-Based Continuous Inspection and Predictive Maintenance of Solar Modules by Ghulam E. Mustafa Abro, Amjad Ali, Sufyan Ali Memon, Tayab Din Memon, Faheem Khan

“…Our review paper emphasizes instant functionality and practical insights for predictive maintenance, without necessitating complex computing resources or optimization tools. This study emphasizes the significance of early defect identification on solar farm efficiency and delineates a strategy for improving the reliability and cost-effectiveness of photovoltaic module inspections via UAV technology.…”
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