On a Solution of a Third Kind Mixed Integro-Differential Equation with Singular Kernel Using Orthogonal Polynomial Method by Ahmad Alalyani, M. A. Abdou, M. Basseem

“…The singular kernel is modified to take a logarithmic form, while the kernels of time are continuous and positive functions. Using the separation of variables technique, we have a system of Fredholm integral equations (FIEs) that can be transformed into an algebraic system after using orthogonal polynomials. …”
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A DQN-Based Algorithm for Operational Optimization of Freight Trains in Long Steep Downhill Sections by HE Zhiyu, LI Yinan, LI Hui, JI Zhijun

“…The study employed the batch collection of training samples utilizing experience replay and a double-network mechanism, along with the preprocessing of neural network state inputs, and the investigation into feasible regions within the action space using a variable ε-greedy strategy. A loss function based on the value function was then constructed, and network parameters were updated iteratively by a batch gradient descent method. …”
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Comparative evaluation of machine learning models for enhancing diagnostic accuracy of otitis media with effusion in children with adenoid hypertrophy by Xiaote Zhang, Qiaoyi Xie, Ganggang Wu

“…Current non-invasive screening modalities rely predominantly on acoustic immittance measurements, which demonstrate variable diagnostic performance. Given the urgent need for improved diagnostic methods and extensive characterization of risk factors for OME in AH children, developing diagnostic models represents an efficient strategy to enhance clinical identification accuracy in practice.ObjectiveThis study aims to develop and validate an optimal machine learning (ML)-based prediction model for OME in AH children by comparing multiple algorithmic approaches, integrating clinical indicators with acoustic measurements into a widely applicable diagnostic tool.MethodsA retrospective analysis was conducted on 847 pediatric patients with AH. …”
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Study on the Photosynthetic Physiological Responses of Greenhouse Young Chinese Cabbage (<i>Brassica rapa</i> L. <i>Chinensis Group</i>) Affected by Particulate Matter Based on Hyp... by Lijuan Kong, Siyao Gao, Jianlei Qiao, Lina Zhou, Shuang Liu, Yue Yu, Haiye Yu

“…Particulate matter affects both the light environment and air quality in greenhouses, obstructing normal gas exchange and hindering efficient physiological activities such as photosynthesis. …”
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Multi-Scale Multi-Domain Hybrid Finite Element Modeling of Light Propagation by Jingwei Wang, Zhanwen Wang, Lida Liu, Yuntian Chen

“…We revisit finite element method of modeling multi-scale photonic/electromagnetic devices via the proposed beam basis function, in combination with domain decompositions. …”
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Machine learning projection of climate and technology impacts on crops key to food security by Dan Li, Vassili Kitsios, David Newth, Terence John O’Kane

“…Here we introduce a multivariate autoregressive econometrics model that includes a time-varying non-linear variable to account for the decreasing impact of technology on crop yields. …”
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Office-in-the-Loop: an investigation into Agentic AI for advanced building HVAC control systems by Tomoya Sawada, Masahiro Mizuno, Takaomi Hasegawa, Keiichi Yokoyama, Mayuka Kono

“…Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems are major energy consumers in buildings, challenging the balance between efficiency and occupant comfort. While prior research explored generative AI for HVAC control in simulations, real-world validation remained scarce. …”
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Adaptability to Teleworking in European Countries by Aniela Bălăcescu, Aurelia Pătrașcu, Loredana Maria Păunescu

“…The limits of the research are related to the involvement of only six variables, the analysis can be extended in future research to other variables as well.…”
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Cost-effective model of building construction based on GREENSHIP rating assessment using value engineering and lifecycle cost analysis methods by Sutikno Sutikno, Sarwono Hardjomuljadi, Henny Wiyanto

“…Abstract Regulation No. 21 of 2021, issued by the Minister of Public Works and Public Housing, mandates green building performance assessments for Building Approval (PBG) and Certificate of Functional Worthiness (SLF). However, many stakeholders perceive green building investments as costly. …”
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Classification of medical imaging technologies: results from Türkiye by Hakan Temiz, Tuncay Kara

“…It also suggests that regional utilization patterns may align more with functional similarities than with geographic proximity. …”
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RDM-YOLO: A Lightweight Multi-Scale Model for Real-Time Behavior Recognition of Fourth Instar Silkworms in Sericulture by Jinye Gao, Jun Sun, Xiaohong Wu, Chunxia Dai

“…Additionally, the minimum point distance intersection over union (MPDIoU) loss function is proposed to enhance bounding box regression efficiency, mitigating challenges posed by overlapping targets and positional deviations. …”
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Reliability analysis of landing gear operation based on improved support vector machine-based decomposed-coordinated by ZHANG Lei, CHEN Junyu, FENG Jun, FENG Yunwen, LIU Lei

“…The case results show that the proposed ISVM-DC can accurately decompose and coordinate the architecture of landing gear operational failure, and efficiently construct and solve the reliability performance function.…”
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Optimization of the encapsulation of arazá pulp by spray drying: Physicochemical, morphological and in vitro digestion studies by Greilis Quintero-Gamero, Francis S. Sánchez-Garzón, Aureliano Rodríguez-Cortina, María Hernández-Carrión, Luz Stella Nerio

“…Yield (Y), moisture (M), water activity (aw), water solubility index (WSI), hygroscopicity, ascorbic acid and phenolics encapsulation efficiency (EEAA, EEP), and the retention efficiency of DPPH and radical scavenging capacity (DPPH, ABTS) were studied as response variables; being Y, M, aw, WSI and EAA the ones considered for optimization purposes. …”
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Fiscal Sustainability in Iran A Markov-Switching Fiscal Regime Change and Time-Varying Parameter Models Approach by Hossein Aghilifar, Khosrow Piraei, Hashem Zare, Mehrzad Ebrahimi

“…Then the Markov-switching fiscal regime change model and the time-varying parameter fiscal reaction function are estimated. Among the constant parameter linear and non-linear models, only the linear model including control variables has a significant debt-to-GDP ratio coefficient, which its sign is negative. …”
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Performance evaluation of atmospheric water generation in different climates using thermoelectric cooling by Ali M. Ashour, Sarmad A. Ali, Saif Ali Kadhim, Luttfi A. Al-Haddad, Ali Habeeb Askar, Farhan Lafta Rashid, Ravishankar Sathyamurthy

“…In contrast, the variable voltage mode improves efficiency by 30 %, albeit with a lower water yield. …”
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An Analysis of Influential Factors in the Use of Public Bicycles in Tehran by Ehsan Faghihi, Mojtaba Rafieian

“…So far, many researches have been conducted on the components affecting the functional stability of the shared bicycles system, for example Si et al. in 2020 found that factors of efficiency, economic benefits, environmental awareness, and infrastructure incentives influence the willingness to use the shared bicycle system. …”
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Slow and Quick Flow Models Explain the Temporal Dynamics of Daily Salinity in Streams by Thomas G. Westfall, Tim J. Peterson, Anna Lintern, Andrew W. Western

“…Compared to the simple C‐Q equation, this equation explained the temporal dynamics with an average increase of 0.17 in the Nash‐Sutcliffe efficiency coefficient. Global parameter estimation gave an objective estimate of baseflow with a plausible baseflow index ranging between 0.05 and 0.40 across catchments. …”
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Improved Deflection Prediction Model for PSC Box Girder with Stay Cable System during Tensioning Phase by Gangnian Xu, Weimin Xu, Zhanhong Wang, Ruishuo Zhang

“…Uncertainty and sensitivity analysis are conducted for the Dongming Huanghe River Highway Bridge. An objective function is applied to select the optimal combination of random variables, and a modified model is established and verified for accuracy. …”
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Implementasi Indonesia National Single Window (INSW): Suatu pendekatan Business Intelligence System (BIS) by Muhammad Ibnu Fajar, Arief Rahman

“…Meanwhile, the dependent variable includes the implementation of Indonesia National Single Window (INSW) by Business Intelligence System (BIS) approach. …”
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On practical aspects of optimal modelling in boundary element method by A. Brański, R. Olszewski

“…Since the optimal discretization theory derived for the function of one variable, then only the 2D problem is considered. …”
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