Energy-aware feature and classifier for behaviour recognition of laying hens in an aviary system by X. Yang, Q. Hu, L. Nie, C. Wang

“…The objective of this study was to configure key parameters for developing onboard behaviour monitoring techniques of aviary laying hens, including proper sliding window length, energy-aware feature, and lightweight classifier. A total of 19 Jingfen No.6 laying hens were reared in an aviary system from day 30 to day 70. …”
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Secure and energy-efficient inter- and intra-cluster optimization scheme for smart cities using UAV-assisted wireless sensor networks by Niayesh Gharaei, Aliaa M. Alabdali

“…Abstract In recent years, lightweight sensors have become essential for advancing technologies, particularly in wireless sensor networks (WSNs). …”
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Bionic Inner-Tapered Energy Absorption Tube Featuring Progressively Enhanced Fold Deformation Mode by Shuang Zhang, Zhengzhi Mu, Wenda Song, Zhiyan Zhang, Hexuan Yu, Binjie Zhang, Zhiwu Han, Luquan Ren

“…Slender tubes are in high demand owing to their lightweight and outstanding energy absorption. However, conventional slender tubes are prone to catastrophic failures such as Euler’s buckling under axial load. …”
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Leveraging Cognitive Machine Reasoning and NLP for Automated Intent-Based Networking and e2e Service Orchestration by Muhammad Asif, Talha Ahmed Khan, Wang-Cheol Song

“…A simulated testbed was created to assess the system’s performance using Containernet, a lightweight Container-Based Network Emulator, and Open Networking Operating System (ONOS) Software Defined Networking (SDN) controllers. …”
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DESNet: Real-time human pose estimation for sports applications combining IoT and deep learning by Rongbao Huang, Bo Zhang, Zhixin Yao, Bojun Xie, Jia Guo

“…Experimental results show that DESNet achieves an average precision (AP) of 74.8% on the COCO dataset and a PCKh (Percentage of Correct Keypoints with head-normalized) of 90.9% on the MPII dataset, outperforming existing lightweight models. The integration of deep learning and IoT technology not only improves the accuracy and efficiency of human pose estimation but also significantly enhances the timeliness and robustness of feedback in sports training applications. …”
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ViT-ISRGAN: A High-Quality Super-Resolution Reconstruction Method for Multispectral Remote Sensing Images by Yifeng Yang, Hengqian Zhao, Xiadan Huangfu, Zihan Li, Pan Wang

“…This model is an improvement upon the original SRGAN super-resolution image reconstruction method, incorporating lightweight network modules, channel attention modules, spatial-spectral residual attention, and the vision transformer structure. …”
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Developing a Fire Monitoring System Based on MQTT, ESP-NOW, and a REM in Industrial Environments by Miracle Udurume, Taewoong Hwang, Raihan Uddin, Toufiq Aziz, Insoo Koo

“…This paper presents a fire monitoring system utilizing lightweight communication protocols, a multi-hop wireless network, and anomaly detection techniques. …”
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A review of recent advancements in the impact response of fiber metal laminates by Vijayan Muniyan, Vishnu Vijay Kumar, Indran Suyambulingam, Suganya Priyadharshini, Divya Divakaran, Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, Suchart Siengchin

“…The findings presented herein contribute to the development of lightweight, impact-resistant FML components for aerospace, automotive, and defence applications.…”
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UAV launch methods by Oleksandr Dobrodomov, Vladyslav Proroka, Oleksii Kulyk

“…This method is suitable for small, lightweight UAVs with low launch energy requirements; Another common approach utilizes launch catapults. …”
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A Review on Face Mask Recognition by Jiaonan Zhang, Dong An, Yiwen Zhang, Xiaoyan Wang, Xinyue Wang, Qiang Wang, Zhongqi Pan, Yang Yue

“…Emerging solutions, such as lightweight model optimization, domain adaptation, and privacy-preserving techniques, are also examined as means to improve both algorithmic efficiency and dataset quality. …”
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Spatio-Temporal Feature Aware Vision Transformers for Real-Time Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Tracking by Hao Zhang, Hengzhou Ye, Xiaoyu Guo, Xu Zhang, Yao Rong, Shuiwang Li

“…Our experimental results on several challenging benchmark datasets demonstrate that NT-Track surpasses existing lightweight and deep learning trackers in terms of precision and success rate. …”
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MambaShadowDet: A High-Speed and High-Accuracy Moving Target Shadow Detection Network for Video SAR by Xiaowo Xu, Tianwen Zhang, Xiaoling Zhang, Wensi Zhang, Xiao Ke, Tianjiao Zeng

“…To handle these issues, this paper proposes MambaShadowDet, a novel lightweight deep learning (DL) detector based on a state space model (SSM), dedicated to high-speed and high-accuracy moving target shadow detection in video SAR images. …”
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Research progress of powder metallurgical nano-particulate reinforced titanium matrix composites by LI Shaopeng, SUI Xiaodong, WANG Meiqi, XIAO Shan, HAN Yuanfei, WANG Xiangming

“…Titanium matrix composites（TMCs），as a new generation of lightweight and high-performance metals are considered to be one of the most promising structural materials in the fields of aerospace，automotive and other high-tech industries. …”
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An experimental analysis of air flow-induced piezoelectric energy harvesting using flexible poly (vinylidene fluoride) nanocomposite films by D. M. Nivedhitha, S. Jeyanthi, B. Rithish, B. G. Sai Charan, S. Ravi, G. Vinayagamurthy, Senthil Muthu Kumar Thiagamani

“…So, various researchers are developing a flexible, lightweight piezoelectric-based energy harvesting device that can effectively capture mechanical vibrations and convert them into electrical energy. …”
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3D Printing of Polymer-Derived Graphene/SiC_p/SiC Composite by Direct Ink Writing by Hongjun Liu, Yajun Li, Run Tang, Yamin Li

“…The density was as low as 1.08 g/cm³, the conductivity reached 670 S·m⁻¹, and the compressive strength was 4.3 MPa. Thus, a lightweight and porous SiC-based composite with high conductivity and strength can be prepared.…”
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Research on SiC Speed Controller for High-Voltage Distributed Electric Propulsion System by Labin Wang, Yunhan He, Yun Xu, Li Fan, Junhua Xiang

“…The high reliability and lightweight characteristics of brushless DC motors have made them increasingly popular in distributed propulsion systems. …”
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Cellular Energy Absorbing TRIP-Steel/Mg-PSZ Composite: Honeycomb Structures Fabricated by a New Extrusion Powder Technology by Ulrich Martin, David Ehinger, Lutz Krüger, Stefan Martin, Thomas Mottitschka, Christian Weigelt, Christos G. Aneziris, Mathias Herrmann

“…Lightweight linear cellular composite materials on basis of austenite stainless TRIP- (TRansformation Induced Plasticity-) steel as matrix with reinforcements of MgO partially stabilized zirconia (Mg-PSZ) are described. …”
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Assessment Of Awareness Level and Perception In Usage Of Plastic Bags And Its Hazards Among Secondary School Students by Mohi Ud Din, Zain Arif, Hafiz Usama Naveed, Maryam Tauseef, Nouman Yaseen, Talha Mahboob

“…Different factors that were responsible for the higher usage of plastic bags included a lack of alternatives to plastic bags, easy availability, low cost and lightweight. Keywords: Awareness, plastic bags, legislation, hazards. …”
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Enhancing properties of unidirectional ramie fibers-reinforced polyester composites via alkali and oxalic acid treatments by Henny Pratiwi, Kusmono, Muhammad Waziz Wildan

“…Additionally, it also provided insights for developing high-performance and sustainable materials for use in automotive components, construction materials, and lightweight structural applications.…”
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Data-Driven Synchronization Analysis of a Bouncing Crowd by Jun Chen, Huan Tan, Katrien Van Nimmen, Peter Van den Broeck

“…Vibration serviceability problems concerning lightweight, flexible long-span floors and cantilever structures such as grandstands generally arise from crowd-induced loading, in particular due to bouncing or jumping activities. …”
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