Adapting to vision changes: nighttime driving experiences of older adults by Christopher R.M. Rundus, Dominique Rose, Fangda Zhang, Sean Brown, Jingzhen Yang, Jingzhen Yang

“…Four major themes emerged: (1) age-related vision and driving changes, (2) nighttime driving patterns, (3) importance of driving, and (4) nighttime driving safety recommendations. …”
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Deep Learning-Based Recognition and Classification of Soiled Photovoltaic Modules Using HALCON Software for Solar Cleaning Robots by Shoaib Ahmed, Haroon Rashid, Zakria Qadir, Qudratullah Tayyab, Tomonobu Senjyu, M. H. Elkholy

“…Using EANN and CNN architecture along with advanced image processing techniques, the proposed system achieves precise detection and classification of soiling patterns. The HALCON framework facilitates image acquisition, preprocessing, segmentation, and deployment of trained models for robotic control. …”
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Detecting the marine gastropod Lacuna vincta at seaweed farms using a novel environmental DNA (eDNA) assay by Cara A. Blaine, Thew Suskiewicz, Markus Frederich, Emily Rose Lancaster, Carrie J. Byron

“…The small marine gastropod Lacuna vincta is species of concern for kelp (Saccharina latissima, S. angustissima) farmers and processors because snails attach their egg sacs to the blades of cultivated kelp and are difficult to remove. Larval dispersal patterns and post-metamorphic migratory behavior have allowed L. vincta to encounter and settle on kelp blades suspended from farms. …”
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Electrical Tree and Partial Discharge Characteristics of Silicone Rubber Under Mechanical Pressure by Jingang Su, Peng Zhang, Zhen Liu, Xingwang Huang, Xianhai Pang, Zeping Zheng, Tao Han

“…A high-frequency current transformer is used to measure PD patterns during tree growth, enabling analysis of the effect of PD on tree initiation and propagation under pressure. …”
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Motivations for social TV engagement among Egyptian audiences by Mohammed Habes, Haneen Khaled Alqawasmeh, Ghanem Ayed Elhersh, Khalaf Tahat, Razaz Attar, Waleed Mugahed Al-Rahmi, Abdelmohsen Hamed Okela

“…Results showed that convenience and social interaction motives were the strongest predictors of active engagement. Usage patterns and information-seeking motives significantly influenced information sharing, while entertainment motives were uniquely associated with passive content consumption. …”
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Innovation in Energy Saving: Application for the Optimization of Consumption and the Integration of Photovoltaic Energy by Celia Tena-Pintado, Vicente A. Román-Galeano, Dorotea Dimitrova-Angelova, Diego Carmona-Fernández, Juan Félix González-González

“…This application analyzes individual consumption patterns in detail and proposes savings strategies based on both tariffs and the implementation of solar photovoltaic installations. …”
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Harnessing Smartphone Sensors for Enhanced Road Safety: A Comprehensive Dataset and Review by Amith Khandakar, David G. Michelson, Mansura Naznine, Abdus Salam, Md. Nahiduzzaman, Khaled M. Khan, Ponnuthurai Nagaratnam Suganthan, Mohamed Arselene Ayari, Hamid Menouar, Julfikar Haider

“…Smartphones, with their array of built-in sensors, offer a practical and affordable solution for road-sensing. …”
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Deep learning in microbiome analysis: a comprehensive review of neural network models by Piotr Przymus, Krzysztof Rykaczewski, Adrián Martín-Segura, Jaak Truu, Enrique Carrillo De Santa Pau, Mikhail Kolev, Mikhail Kolev, Irina Naskinova, Aleksandra Gruca, Alexia Sampri, Alexia Sampri, Marcus Frohme, Alina Nechyporenko, Alina Nechyporenko

“…Deep learning algorithms have shown remarkable capabilities in pattern recognition, feature extraction, and predictive modeling, enabling researchers to uncover hidden relationships within microbial ecosystems. …”
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Developing a value-based pencak silat training model for life skills formation: A sport for development and peace perspective by Oman Hadiana, Iif Firmana, Nanan Abdul Manan, Irfan Fajrul Falah, Yani Fitriyani

“… Background: Pencak silat has now undergone a paradigm shift and training pattern. Internalization of morals and religious values is slowly disappearing. …”
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Spanlastic Nano-Vesicles: A Novel Approach to Improve the Dissolution, Bioavailability, and Pharmacokinetic Behavior of Famotidine by Hend I. Almohamady, Yasmin Mortagi, Shadeed Gad, Sawsan Zaitone, Reem Alshaman, Abdullah Alattar, Fawaz E. Alanazi, Pierre A. Hanna

“…The drug release manifested a biphasic release pattern, resulting in a fast onset and sustained effect. …”
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Exploring Volatile Profiles in Cactus-Based Fermented Beverages: Effects of Fermentation Method by César Ojeda-Linares, Alejandro Casas, Patricia Severiano-Pérez, Marcela Sandoval-Velasco, Yolanda M. García-Rodríguez, Francisco J. Espinosa-García

“…It is generally assumed that wild fermentations yield a greater diversity of volatile compounds compared to inoculated fermentations, as the latter tend to reduce microbial diversity throughout the process. However, this pattern remains largely unexplored in relation to the volatile profiles of traditionally fermented cactus-based beverages. …”
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Comparative Analysis of Growth Performance, Morphological Development, and Physiological Condition in Three Romanian <i>Cyprinus carpio</i> Varieties and Koi: Implications for Aqua... by Dana-Andreea Șerban, Cristian-Alin Barbacariu, Marian Burducea, Mihaela Ivancia, Șteofil Creangă

“…Koi demonstrated a unique growth pattern, with the highest SGR (0.18 ± 0.00% day⁻¹) and RGR (0.98 ± 0.05 g day⁻¹) at the 2⁺ stage. …”
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Research on a traditional Chinese medicine case-based question-answering system integrating large language models and knowledge graphs by Yuchen Duan, Qingqing Zhou, Yu Li, Chi Qin, Ziyang Wang, Hongxing Kan, Hongxing Kan, Jili Hu, Jili Hu

“…The study involved four stages: pattern layer construction, knowledge extraction, integration, and data storage and visualization. …”
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Changes in Kinematic and Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters With a Biarticular Lower Limb Exosuit for Adolescents With Crouch Gait During Level Walking and Stair Climbing by Chiara Basla, Philippe Durrenberger, Peter Wolf, Robert Riener, Hubertus J. A. van Hedel

“…Current exoskeleton solutions targeting the knee joint in this population are either tethered or bulky, hindering practical integration into daily routines. In this cross-sectional study, we evaluated the impact of a biarticular cable-driven exosuit, originally designed for adults, on the gait pattern of adolescents with crouch gait. …”
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An integrated deep learning framework using adaptive enhanced vision fusion and modified mobilenet architecture for precision classification of skin diseases with enhanced diagnost... by Ahsan Bilal Tariq, Muhammad Zaheer Sajid, Nauman Ali khan, Muhammad Fareed Hamid, Anwaar UlHaq, Jarrar Amjad

“…Dermo-Transfer not only improves pattern recognition and classification accuracy but also robustly handles varying image quality and lighting conditions. …”
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A framework to evaluate the thermal and energy performance of smart building systems in existing buildings: A case study on automated interior insulating window shades by Jongki Lee, Akram Syed Ali, Saman Haratian, Brent Stephens, Mohammad Heidarinejad

“…Overall, this paper: • Highlights the benefits, challenges, and limitations in conducting long-term measurements that capture realistic temporal, seasonal, and operational patterns in an occupied existing building. • Provides practical considerations for such measurements and analysis approaches, upon which future studies can build. • Emphasizes the importance of ensuring that the study design and measurements do not interfere with the building’s existing operations.…”
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Systems and Algorithms for Wireless Sensor Networks Based on Animal and Natural Behavior by Sandra Sendra, Lorena Parra, Jaime Lloret, Shafiullah Khan

“…Therefore, this paper aims to study bioinspired mechanisms in the field of WSN, providing the concepts of these behavior patterns in which these new approaches are based. The paper will explain existing bioinspired systems in WSNs and analyze their impact on WSNs and their evolution. …”
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IoT-Based Airport Noise Perception and Monitoring: Multi-Source Data Fusion, Spatial Distribution Modeling, and Analysis by Jie Liu, Shiman Sun, Ke Tang, Xinyu Fan, Jihong Lv, Yinxiang Fu, Xinpu Feng, Liang Zeng

“…Furthermore, this study employs Kriging interpolation and Inverse Distance Weighting (IDW) techniques to perform spatial interpolation on data from sparse monitoring sites, thereby constructing a spatial distribution model of airport noise. The results of the practical application demonstrate that the proposed airport noise monitoring method can accurately reflect the spatiotemporal distribution patterns of airport noise and effectively correlate noise events, thereby providing robust data support for the development of airport noise control policies.…”
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Navigating the Dynamics: Modeling of Wave Propagation at Taiping Bay Port for Enhanced Design and Management by Dachuan He, Xi Zhang, Yakun Liu, Zhi Chen, Xiangjun Nie, Ke Wang

“…Our findings elucidate the intricate wave patterns and transformations within the harbor, highlighting the significant impact of the deep navigation channel on wave attenuation. …”
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Optimizing navigation and chemical application in precision agriculture with deep reinforcement learning and conditional action tree by Mahsa Khosravi, Zhanhong Jiang, Joshua R. Waite, Sarah E. Jones, Hernan Torres Pacin, Arti Singh, Baskar Ganapathysubramanian, Asheesh Kumar Singh, Soumik Sarkar

“…The framework also exhibits robustness to observation noise and generalizability under diverse environmental conditions, adapting to varying infestation ranges and spatial distribution patterns.…”
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