Investigation of multi-input convolutional neural networks for the prediction of particleboard mechanical properties by Shuoye Chen, Shunsuke Sakai, Miyuki Matsuo-Ueda, Kenji Umemura

“…Abstract This study explored the potential of building an image-based quality control system for particleboard manufacturing. Single-layer particleboards were manufactured under 27 operating conditions and their modulus of elasticity (MOE) and the modulus of rupture (MOR) were determined. …”
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OVERVIEW OF WORKING OF STRILING ENGINES by SUNNY NARAYAN, VIKAS GUPTA

“…This papers focuses on the identification, design and construction of a Stirling engine which can be easily manufactured without any special tooling or exotic materials. …”
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Cetacean feeding modelling using machine learning: A case study of the Central-Eastern Mediterranean Sea by Carla Cherubini, Giulia Cipriano, Leonardo Saccotelli, Giovanni Dimauro, Giovanni Coppini, Roberto Carlucci, Carmelo Fanizza, Rosalia Maglietta

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INTERNAL AUDIT PRACTICES AND ORGANIZATION EFFECTIVENESS: INSIGHTS FROM SMES IN KWARA STATE by Saheed Lawal, Abdulkadri Toyin Alabi

“…The heads of internal audit units and senior audit staff of the manufacturing companies within SMEs in Kwara State make up the study's target respondents (920). …”
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PROCESS CAPABILITIES ANALYSIS - CASE STUDY by Liviu Marius CÎRȚÎNĂ, Constanța RĂDULESCU

“…This paper presents an analysis of the capability of manufacturing processes for a characteristic of a product. …”
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What Are Nutrient-Dense Fish Feeds and Their Importance in Aquaculture? by Richard D. Miles, Frank A. Chapman

“…Chapman, describes the key nutrition concepts in aquaculture, the role of nutrient-dense feed in animal performance and environmental water quality, and the potential for improved feed manufacturing technology improve the profitability and sustainability of the aquaculture industry. …”
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Computationally expensive constrained problems via surrogate-assisted dynamic population evolutionary optimization by Zan Yang, Chen Jiang, Jiansheng Liu

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Design and Simulation of a Solar Thermal Dryer for Fruits. by Amanya, Sylus

“…The main objective was to design and manufacture a user-friendly solar fruit dryer that utilizes minimal effort and harnesses the power of the sun to dehydrate various fruits into tasty chips. …”
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Exposure to Silica, Arsenic, and Chromium (VI) in Cement Workers: A Probability Health Risk Assessment by Noor Haziqah Kamaludin, Juliana Jalaludin, Shamsul Bahri Mohd Tamrin, Abdah Md Akim, Tri Martiana, Noeroel Widajati

“…The geometric mean and standard deviation of respirable Si and Cr dust concentrations were 5.27 ± 2.36 mg m−3 and 1.53 ± 2.47 mg m−3, respectively, in manufacturing workers. The mean concentration for As in administrative workers was 0.07 ± 0.02 mg m−3. …”
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Potentially commercializable nerve guidance conduits for peripheral nerve injury: Past, present, and future by Chundi Liu, Mouyuan Sun, Lining Lin, Yaxian Luo, Lianjie Peng, Jingyu Zhang, Tao Qiu, Zhichao Liu, Jun Yin, Mengfei Yu

“…Based on the above evaluations, the development path and manufacturing strategy for the commercialization of nerve guidance conduits are envisioned. …”
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Process industry disrupted: AI and the need for human orchestration by M.W. Vegter, V. Blok, R. Wesselink

“…According to EU policy makers, the introduction of AI within Process Industry will help big manufacturing companies to become more sustainable. At the same time, concerns arise about future work in these industries. …”
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Quality optimization of liquid silicon lenses based on sequential approximation optimization and radial basis function networks by Hanjui Chang, Shuzhou Lu, Yue Sun, Yuntao Lan

“…The method successfully minimizes residual stress and volume shrinkage, thereby improving product quality and manufacturing efficiency. By replacing finite element reanalysis with the RBF network, it constructs an approximate functional relationship between process conditions and quality. …”
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A Guide to Carbonating Beverages at Small Scale by Xuwei Song, Nicholas Wendrick, Charles A. Sims, Andrew MacIntosh

“…Included is information on the benefits of carbonation, common carbonation levels, pros and cons of different carbonation methods, standard procedures to achieve a specific carbonation level, and economic considerations for manufacturers. Written by Xuwei Song, Nicholas Wendrick, Charles A. …”
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APPROACHES REGARDING THE SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY by Daniela CÎRŢÎNĂ

“…In this context, major drug manufacturers are promoting new synthesis processes involving biocatalysis reactions, the use of as few solvents as possible and a considerable reduction in the quantities and types of production waste, thus succeeding in applying the sustainability challenge on a global scale. …”
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MULTI-CRITERIA DECISION APPROACH WITH AHP AND IF-TOPSIS METHODS FOR R&D PROJECT SELECTION PROCESS by EZGİ GÜLER, SELEN AVCI, ZERRİN ALADAĞ

“… In this study, we examined the project selection process in a mould manufacturing company. We ranked 12 criteria via Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) and evaluated the most important 8 criteria. …”
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OPTIMIZATION OF TURNING PARAMETERS USING AN ALGORTIM BASED ON COMBINED LINEAR AND BINARY SEARCH METHODS by DAN GEORGE PRUTICA, GHEORGHE BRABIE, BOGDAN CHIRITA

“… Optimization of cutting parameters in machining operations is a complex task requiring extensive knowledge and experience to reach the maximum potential for cost reductions in manufacturing. Through the work presented in this paper a cutting parameters optimization algorithm for roughing and finishing turning has been realized. …”
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EFFECT OF WORKING CAPITAL MANAGEMENT ON FIRM’S VALUE: EVIDENCE FROM LISTED PHARMACEUTICAL FIRMS IN NIGERIA by Muhammed BELLO, Adeyemi KAMARDEEN, Shakirat Opeyemi SALAWUDEEN

“…The specific objectives are to determine the effect of average collection period (ACP), average payment period (APP), cash conversion cycle (CCC) and inventory conversion period (ICP) on value of listed manufacturing firms in Nigeria. This study adopted an ex-post facto research design. …”
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Deformation and strengthening behavior of Al-Cu-based alloys at ambient and elevated temperatures by Mehran Shahhosseininia, Mohammadreza Zamani

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Ecofriendly colorimetric set-up coupled with mathematical filtration strategy for simultaneous determination of ipratropium and fenoterol in their novel anti-asthmatic metered dose... by Salma N. Ali, Hoda M. Marzouk, Ahmed S. Fayed, Samah S. Saad

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The trust paradox: An exploration of consumer psychology and behavior in cross-border shopping using E-commerce mobile applications by Kuo-Jui Liu, Shang-Liang Chen, Ho-Chuan Huang, Mon-Long Gan

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