Structural Damage Identification Using PID-Based Search Algorithm: A Control-Theory Inspired Application by Kuang Shi, Tingting Sun

“…We developed finite element programs for a 10-element simply supported beam, a 21-element truss, and a 7-story steel frame, assigning damage factors to each element as design variables. The Relative Frequency Change Rate (RFCR) and Modal Assurance Criterion (MAC) were calculated as objective functions for PSA iteration; comparative studies were then conducted against Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO), Genetic Algorithm (GA), and Simulated Annealing (SA) in terms of damage identification accuracy, computational efficiency, and noise robustness. …”
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Development and evaluation of the organization`s logistics strategy based on the application of bifurcation theory by M. Yu. Uchirova, L. A. Ilin, S. V. Khudyakov

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In-depth characterization of accessory gene regulator loci and associated virulence factors in tcdA+B+ Clostridioides difficile isolates by Mansoor Kodori, Zohreh Ghalavand, Abbas Yadegar, Gita Eslami, Masoumeh Azimirad, Mohammad Reza Zali

“…The study uncovered significant variability in sporulation efficiency among isolates, with high efficiency correlating with tcdC-A genotype. …”
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Association mapping for root system architecture under varying levels of phosphorus application in Brassica juncea L. Czern & Coss by Priyanka Upadhyay, Mehak Gupta, Simarjeet Kaur Sra, Gurdeep Cheema, Virender K. Sardana, Rakesh Sharda, Nitika Sandhu, Javed Akhatar, Gurpreet Kaur

“…Root system architecture (RSAr) plays a crucial role in Pi uptake from soil and thereby improving phosphorus use efficiency (PUE) of plants. Studying the genetic variability of RSAr traits across various Pi levels offers insights for enhancing crop resilience to Pi deficiency. …”
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Development of high antioxidant / high fiber functional peach nectar containing lutein/lycopene and various dietary fibers using D-optimal mixture design optimization by Masumeh Takalloo, Babak Ghanbarzadeh, Mostafa Soltani, Pasquale M. Falcone

“…For developing a type of healthy and functional drink with high fiber and antioxidant properties, three types of dietary fiber (bamboo fiber, citrus fiber, and polydextrose) and two types of carotenoids (lycopene and lutein) were used in the peach nectar-based formulations. …”
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Assessment of Isometric Shoulder Strength in Swimmers: A Validation and Reliability Study of the ASH and iASH Tests by Hugo Ogando-Berea, Santiago Virgós-Abelleira, Pablo Hernandez-Lucas, Fernando Zarzosa-Alonso

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Incorporating Neutrosophic Uncertainty in Data Envelopment Analysis by A.Almutairi, Hamiden Abd El- Wahed Khalifa, Basma E. El- Demerdash

“…In the realm of Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA), the assessment of relative efficiency has historically relied on deterministic variables. …”
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On the Generalized Inverse Gaussian Volatility in the Continuous Ho–Lee Model by Roman V. Ivanov

“…The obtained formulas are determined by the values of the Humbert confluent hypergeometric function of two variables. A numerical experiment shows that the third and fourth moments of the bond prices differentiate substantially in the continuous Ho–Lee and GIG continuous Ho–Lee models.…”
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Fuzzy goal programming approach for solving linear fractional programming problems with fuzzy conditions by Rajeev Prasad, Indrani Maiti, Sapan Das, Surapati Pramanik, Tarni Mandal

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Spatiotemporal Evolution and Multi-Driver Dynamics of Sea-Level Changes in the Yellow–Bohai Seas (1993–2023) by Lujie Xiong, Fengwei Wang, Yanping Jiao, Yunqi Zhou

“…Temporal and spatial variations were examined through nonlinear least squares fitting to capture interannual variability and decadal amplitude distributions. Empirical orthogonal function (EOF) analysis identified the first three modes, explaining 90.40%, 2.78%, and 1.47% of the total variance, respectively, and their spatial patterns and temporal coefficients were derived. …”
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Effect of drought disturbance in a sclerophyll forest on the micromammal community in the Río Clarillo National Park, Metropolitan Region, Chile by Susan Fletcher, Carlos Sarmiento, Gisela C. Stotz, Verónica Quirici

“…Community indices such as Shannon–Wiener and Pielou were calculated. The Coefficient of Variation was used to study functional diversity for each trait separately. …”
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The Relationship between Core Stability Muscles Isometric Strength and Endurance with the Postural Control and Walking Endurance in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis by Behnam Moradi, Seyed Sadreddin Shojaedin

“…On the other hand, no significant relationship was found between core muscles isometric tests with 6-minute with walk functional among the patients multiple sclerosis. Conclusion: Despite the significant relationship between core muscles isometric strength and endurance in patients MS on one of the functional capability variables (balance), it should be stated that taking advantage of other methods (dynamic methods and methods like Electromyography) is required in order to achieve more verified and certain results.…”
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A centerline symmetry and double-line transformation based algorithm for large-scale multi-objective optimization by Xiangjuan Wu, Yuping Wang, Ziqing Wang

“…The search space of large-scale multi-objective optimization problems (LSMOPs) is huge because of the hundreds or even thousands of decision variables involved. It is very challenging to design efficient algorithms for LSMOPs to search the whole space effectively and balance the convergence and diversity at the same time. …”
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A brief overview of several earthquake catalog visualization methods by Pei He, Huai Zhang, Yaolin Shi

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Reliability and Accuracy of Ultrasonographic Muscle Thickness Measurements: Evaluating Key Postural Stabilisers in Rehabilitation by Arkadiusz Żurawski, Natalia Barańska, Aleksandra Tomala, Edyta Majorczyk, Joanna Macierzyńska

“…Its capacity to provide real-time visualisation of muscle structure and function underpins its utility in clinical practice and scientific research. …”
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Fuzzy Logic Approach for Evaluating Electromobility Alternatives in Last-Mile Delivery: Belgrade as a Case Study by Dragan Lazarević, Đorđe Popović, Muhammed Yasin Çodur, Momčilo Dobrodolac

“…A specific methodological contribution is the creation of harmonized membership functions for fuzzy variables as a result of comparing symmetric and asymmetric membership functions aimed at achieving the most valid results. …”
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Comparing Upper Limb Performance Between Women and Men in CrossFit: Associations with FMS, Davis, and Dash Tests by Sabikeh Moghaddamnezhad, Abdolrasoul Daneshjoo

“…As the data were not normally distributed, Spearman's correlation coefficient was used to examine the relationships between variables. …”
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Intrarater reliability of the Abilitator—a self-report questionnaire on work ability and functioning aimed at the population in a weak labour market position: a test–retest study... by Anne Kouvonen, Matti Joensuu, Miia Wikström

“…A statistically significant difference was observed in the summary scale for social functioning (t=−2.01, p=0.049). Agreement was observed for all variables except social functioning. …”
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Desempenho de cultivares de cebola em função do manejo da irrigação por gotejamento Performance of onion cultivars as a function of drip irrigation management by Renato C Vilas Boas, Geraldo M Pereira, Rovilson J. de Souza, Rodrigo Consoni

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Day-Ahead Planning and Scheduling of Wind/Storage Systems Based on Multi-Scenario Generation and Conditional Value-at-Risk by Jianhong Zhu, Shaoxuan Chen, Caoyang Ji

“…The initial <i>SOC</i> of the storage system is introduced as a decision variable to enable flexible and efficient coordinated scheduling of the wind/storage system. …”
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