An efficient Quantum Approximate Optimization Algorithm with fixed linear ramp schedule for truss structure optimization by Junsen Xiao, Naruethep Sukulthanasorn, Reika Nomura, Shuji Moriguchi, Kenjiro Terada

“…As a result, the objective function is in a simple format, enabling efficient optimization using QAOA. …”
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Spacecraft Intelligent Fault Diagnosis under Variable Working Conditions via Wasserstein Distance-Based Deep Adversarial Transfer Learning by Gang Xiang, Kun Tian

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Variable convergence train noise active control algorithm based on feedforward reference by LI Tao, HE Yuyao, WANG Ning, LI Zhuang, SHEN Zhaoyuan, XIAO Gang

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Application of the Complex Variable Function Method to SH-Wave Scattering Around a Circular Nanoinclusion by Hongmei Wu

“…This paper focuses on analyzing SH-wave scattering around a circular nanoinclusion using the complex variable function method. The surface elasticity theory is employed in the analysis to account for the interface effect at the nanoscale. …”
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Influence of Tokar Gap wind jet on latent heat flux of Central Red Sea: empirical orthogonal function approach by Jamaan A. Turki, Abdullah M. Al-Subh, Fawaz Madah

“…The empirical orthogonal functions (EOF) analysis method was used to determine the modes of LHF variabilities. …”
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Modified graphene oxide as an efficient magnetic adsorbent for the simultaneous removal of Sunset Yellow and Tartrazine dyes by Margan Qaed Amini Farsani, Shahla Elhami

“…The adsorbent was successfully reused 8 times with very little change in the adsorption efficiency, which indicates that it is highly reusable. …”
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Standard Deviation of Fiber-Coupling Efficiency for Free-Space Optical Communication Through Atmospheric Turbulence by Woohyeon Moon, Hoon Kim

“…Due to atmospheric turbulence, however, the coupling efficiency, which is defined by the ratio of the fiber-coupled optical power to the optical power reaching the aperture, fluctuates over time, and thus should be treated as a random variable. …”
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Efficient remote sensing image classification using the novel STConvNeXt convolutional network by Bo Liu, Chenmei Zhan, Cheng Guo, Xiaobo Liu, Shufen Ruan

“…Abstract Remote sensing images present formidable classification challenges due to their complex spatial organization, high inter-class similarity, and significant intra-class variability. To address the balance between computational efficiency and feature extraction capability in existing methods, this paper innovatively proposes a lightweight convolutional network, STConvNeXt. …”
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Predicting filtration coefficient and formation damage coefficient for particle flow in porous media using machine learning by Xuejia Du, George K. Wong

“…The clogging of porous media with solid particle suspension flow is modeled using two empirical parameters of filtration coefficient (λ) and formation damage coefficient (β). …”
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Exploring Flexible Penalization of Bayesian Survival Analysis Using Beta Process Prior for Baseline Hazard by Kazeem A. Dauda, Ebenezer J. Adeniyi, Rasheed K. Lamidi, Olalekan T. Wahab

“…Therefore, this study is motivated to adopt the idea of a penalized semi-parametric Bayesian Cox (PSBC) model through elastic-net and group lasso penalty functions (PSBC-EN and PSBC-GL) to incorporate the grouping structure of the covariates (genes) and optimally perform variable selection. …”
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The efficiency of Amil Zakat Institutions (LAZ) in Indonesian Islamic Banks: Data Envelopment Analysis Approach by Rofiul Wahyudi, Agus Susetyohadi

“…The Amil Zakat Institution (LAZ), based on Islamic bank corporations, has shown a significant role based on the mandate of the 2008 law on the social functions of Islamic banks. However, a performance evaluation is needed to see how efficient the LAZ is in its operations. …”
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Genome-wide analyses reveal intricate genetic mechanisms underlying egg production efficiency in chickens by Lizhi Tan, Xinyu Cai, Yuan Kong, Zexuan Liu, Zilong Wen, Lina Bu, Yuzhan Wang, Xiaojun Liu, Zhiwu Zhang, Jianlin Han, Dandan Wang, Yiqiang Zhao

“…Consistently, functional analysis of associated genes demonstrates that egg production efficiency benefits from multiple physiological functions. …”
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Implicit manifestation of prospective metacognition in betting choices enhances its efficiency compared to explicit expression by Hidekazu Nagamura, Hiroshi Onishi, Kohta I. Kobayasi, Shoko Yuki

“…Recent metacognitive research has extensively investigated metacognitive efficiency (i.e., the accuracy of metacognition). Given the functional importance of metacognition for adaptive behavioral control, it is important to explore the nature of prospective metacognitive efficiency; however, most research has focused on retrospective metacognition. …”
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A Sparse Variable Step-Size Least-Mean-Square Algorithm for Impulsive Noise in a Code-Division Multiple Access System by Mohammad Salman, Ahmed A. F. Youssef, Fahmi Elsayed, Mostafa Rashdan

“…The proposed algorithm makes use of an arctan constraint in the cost function of the algorithm. This constraint enforces a zero attraction of the filter coefficients based on the relative value of each filter coefficient among all entries. …”
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Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate Variability and Incident Heart Failure in Adults With Type 2 Diabetes by Arnaud D. Kaze, MD, MPH, Chiadi E. Ndumele, MD, PhD, Bernard G. Jaar, MD, MHS, Prasanna Santhanam, MBBS, MD, Beeletsega T. Yeneneh, MD, MS, Farouk Mookadam, MD, Roderick Tung, MD, Gregg C. Fonarow, MD, Deidra C. Crews, MD, ScM, Justin B. Echouffo-Tcheugui, MD, PhD

“…Background: Variability in kidney function, as measured by estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), has been proposed as a novel risk factor for adverse cardiovascular outcomes. …”
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Constructing the Lyapunov Function through Solving Positive Dimensional Polynomial System by Zhenyi Ji, Wenyuan Wu, Yong Feng, Guofeng Zhang

“…First, positive polynomial system is obtained via the local property of the Lyapunov function as well as its derivative. Then, the positive polynomial system is converted into an equation system by adding some variables. …”
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A MPCC-Based Variable Sampling Time Interleaving Method for a Two-Phase Totem-Pole Bridgeless Boost PFC Converter by Hyun-Gyu Koh, Hyeon-Joon Ko, Yeong-Jun Choi

“…This paper proposes a Model Predictive Current Control (MPCC) based variable sampling time interleaving method to improve the current shaping ability, power conversion efficiency, power density and current ripple reduction of a two-phase totem pole bridgeless boost power factor correction (PFC) converter. …”
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A Grover-Meets-Simon Approach to Match Vector Boolean Functions by Marco Venere, Alessandro Barenghi, Gerardo Pelosi

“…In fact, the <italic>library-mapping</italic> step of an EDA workflow requires matching parts of the gate-level design (<italic>netlist</italic>) with the components available in a technology library, considering them as Boolean functions, while taking into account that permutations and negations of input variables can be efficiently implemented through rewiring and the use of inverters. …”
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A Case Study on the Influence of Friction Coefficient and Rotational Speed on Transient Thermoelastic Response of FGM Rotating Cylinder by Reza Koohi Faegh Dehkourdi, Mostafa Omidi Bidgoli, Mohammad Hosseini

“…The material property is assumed to be variable along radius according to a volume fraction distribution. …”
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Impact of vertebral derotation on ventilatory function and chest circumference in adolescent scoliosis by Khaled Takey Ahmed, Abla Mohammed Hamed, Akram Mohamed Helmy, Walaa Mohsen Mohamed, Heba A. Bahey El - Deen, Youssry El Hawary

“…Introduction Scoliosis has been associated with thoracic cavity alterations that impair pulmonary function. Correcting scoliotic deformity regains normal pulmonary function by maintaining respiratory and muscular efficiency. …”
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