Double and integer multi-objective optimization of solar HDH desalination system with bubble column dehumidifier: An artificial neural network approach by Alireza Naeini, Alireza Jalali, Ehsan Houshfar

“…A neural network model is utilized to predict how the objective functions vary with six decision variables. The chosen optimization approach utilizes the genetic algorithm (GA) method. …”
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Adaptive neighbourhood for locally and globally tuned biogeography based optimization algorithm by Parimal Kumar Giri, Sagar S. De, Satchidananda Dehuri

“…BBO has demonstrated good performance on various unconstrained and constrained benchmark functions. It has also been applied to real world optimization problems of type linear or nonlinear, nominal or ordinal as well as mixed variables. …”
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An Intelligent Inspection and Scheduling Algorithm for Integrated Pipe Gallery Based on Cloud Robot by ZHOU Xiwei, SHANG Xiao, SHANG Xinjuan, YAN Maode, WANG Fafa

“…The algorithm has very strong exploring precision and variable function, which makes this algorithm of fewer iterations, and can effectively improve the real-time detection of pipeline leakage source in pipeline corridor. …”
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Application of a novel metaheuristic algorithm inspired by connected banking system in truss size and layout optimum design problems and optimization problems by Mehrdad Nemati, Yousef Zandi, Jamshid Sabouri

“…Besides the truss size/layout problems, CEC-BC-2017 test functions with ten dimensions and also three other constrained optimum design problems are also investigated to examine the performance of the CBSO in dealing with these standard unconstrained and constrained test functions. …”
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Investigating factors affecting the quality of water resources by multivariate analysis and soft computing approaches by Bing Cheng, Xinyu Liu, Keke Guo, Ahmad Rastegarnia

“…Therefore, Na+, Cl+, Na%, CO3 −, and SO4 2− were used as input variables (independent variables), and EC, TDS, and SAR were used as output variables (dependent variables). …”
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Stochastic Analysis of Nonlinear Vehicle-Track Coupled Dynamic System and Its Application in Vehicle Operation Safety Evaluation by Fu-Shan Liu, Zhi-Ping Zeng, Wei-Dong Wang, Abdulmumin Ahmed Shuaibu

“…The nonlinear coupled vehicle-track dynamic system is used to accurately describe the wheel-rail contact state. The stochastic function-spectral representation is used to simulate the random track irregularity in the time domain for the first time; consequently, the frequency components in the irregularity are preserved and random variables are reduced. …”
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Changes in Race Performance During the Underwater Phases of a 200 m Bi-Fins Race Simulation After Application of Respiratory Muscle Training—A Case Study in the Current World Recor... by Tomáš Michalica, Jakub Březina, Marek Polach, Dennis-Peter Born, Jiří Mališ, Zbyněk Svozil, Eva Kociánová

“…Maximal athletic performance can be limited by various factors, including restricted respiratory function. These limitations can be mitigated through targeted respiratory muscle training, as supported by numerous studies. …”
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Tumor-Associated Macrophages as Key Modulators of Disease Progression in Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma by Corina Joldes, Laura Jimbu, Oana Mesaros, Mihnea Zdrenghea, Bogdan Fetica

“…Response to immunotherapy relies on the availability, functionality, and efficacy of the host’s immune effector mechanisms. …”
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Effect of design and kinematic parameters on energy requirement in inclined screw mixer by V. F. Khlystunov, S. V. Braginets, A. S. Alferov, M. V. Chernutskiy

“…The establishment of functional dependences between parameters and modes enables to design power-efficient equipment for the on-farm feed production.Materials and Methods. …”
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A Comparative Study in Fuzzy Control Systems for Cruise Control Vehicles by Adnan Shaout, Malek I El Amr

“…However, these systems are very complex and require an accurate model, which is difficult to achieve due to complex and variable road conditions. Therefore, reaching level 5 autonomous driving, which refers to a fully automated vehicle capable of performing all driving functions, will eventually require fuzzy logic inference to help incorporate human-like thinking into the vehicle. …”
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Leveraging artificial intelligence for diagnosis of children autism through facial expressions by Mahmood A. Mahmood, Leila Jamel, Nazik Alturki, Medhat A. Tawfeek

“…Using autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosed child RGB images data, researchers evaluated six prevalent deep learning structures: DenseNet201, ResNet152, VGG16, VGG19, MobileNetV2, and EfficientNet-B0. ResNet152 reached the highest accuracy rate of 89% when functioning independently. …”
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The study of socio economic factors’ influence on the capacity dynamics of the pharmaceutical market in contracting conditions by А. А. Kotvitska, V. H. Kostiuk

“…For the effective functioning of pharmaceutical companies in the current economic conditions it is necessary to carry out product policy aimed to expanding the range of medicines that are most popular. …”
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Analyzing Chemical Decay in Environmental Nanomaterials Using Gamma Distribution with Hybrid Censoring Scheme by Hanan Haj Ahmad, Dina A. Ramadan, Mohamed Aboshady

“…The Gamma distribution’s flexibility and mathematical properties make it well-suited for reliability and decay analysis, capturing variable hazard rates and accommodating different censoring structures. …”
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Improving Monitoring of Indoor RF-EMF Exposure Using IoT-Embedded Sensors and Kriging Techniques by Randa Jabeur, Alaa Alaerjan

“…These networks consist of numerous sensor nodes, often deployed in challenging terrains where maintenance is difficult. Efficient monitoring approaches are essential to maximize the functionality and lifespan of each sensor node, thereby improving the overall performance of the WSN. …”
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A multi-objective robust possibilistic programming approach to designing sustainable and reliable closed-loop supply chain network (case study: aluminum industry) by Sajad Amirian, Maghsoud Amiri, Mohammad Taghi Taghavifard

“…The mathematical model developed in this research is of mixed integer linear programming type, which is implemented in GAMS software to solve it and find Pareto optimal solutions.Findings: The accuracy of the overall performance of the proposed model has been evaluated with four examples (based on the coefficients of the objective functions) from a case study in the aluminium industry. …”
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Assessing the Accuracy and Reliability of the Monitored Augmented Rehabilitation System for Measuring Shoulder and Elbow Range of Motion by Samuel T. Lauman, Lindsey J. Patton, Pauline Chen, Shreya Ravi, Stephen J. Kimatian, Sarah E. Rebstock

“…Accurate range of motion (ROM) assessment is essential for evaluating musculoskeletal function and guiding rehabilitation, particularly in pediatric populations. …”
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Evaluation of the Characteristics of Short Acquisition Times Using the Clear Adaptive Low-Noise Method and Advanced Intelligent Clear-IQ Engine by Ryosuke Ogasawara, Akiko Irikawa, Yuya Watanabe, Tomoya Harada, Shota Hosokawa, Kazuya Koyama, Keisuke Tsuda, Toru Kimura, Koichi Okuda, Yasuyuki Takahashi

“…The images were evaluated based on the coefficient of variation, recovery coefficient, % background variability (N_10mm), % contrast-to-% background variability ratio (Q_H10mm/N_10mm), and contrast-to-noise ratio. …”
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Design of an Automatic Defect Identification Method Based ECPT for Pneumatic Pressure Equipment by Bo Zhang, YuHua Cheng, Chun Yin, Xuegang Huang, Sara Dadras, Hadi Malek

“…The presented feature extraction algorithm contains four elements: data block selection; variable step search; relation value classification; and between-class distance decision function. …”
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Exploring user usability perceptions and acceptance of chording-enabled keyboards: A perspective between human-computer interaction by Jeryllou Kay O. San Pedro, Ardvin Kester S. Ong, Sean Dominic O. Mendoza, Jann Ryan J. Novela, Ma. Janice J. Gumasing

“…The objective of this study was to determine the variables affecting the acceptance and perceptions of people towards chording-enabled keyboards. …”
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Reliability of radiomic analysis on multiparametric MRI for patients affected by autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease by Francesca Lussana, Ettore Lanzarone, Giulia Villa, Alfonso Mastropietro, Anna Caroli, Elisa Scalco

“…The impact of segmentation variability on radiomic reproducibility was assessed through Intraclass Correlation Coefficients (ICC), and a preliminary correlation analysis with relevant clinical parameters, such as age and eGFR, was also performed. …”
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