Proposing Optimized Random Forest Models for Predicting Compressive Strength of Geopolymer Composites by Feng Bin, Shahab Hosseini, Jie Chen, Pijush Samui, Hadi Fattahi, Danial Jahed Armaghani

“…We present a comparative analysis of two hybrid models, Harris Hawks Optimization with Random Forest (HHO-RF) and Sine Cosine Algorithm with Random Forest (SCA-RF), against traditional regression methods and classical models like the Extreme Learning Machine (ELM), General Regression Neural Network (GRNN), and Radial Basis Function (RBF). Using a comprehensive dataset derived from various scientific publications, we focus on key input variables including the fine aggregate, GGBS, fly ash, sodium hydroxide (NaOH) molarity, and others. …”
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Cognitive performance classification of older patients using machine learning and electronic medical records by Monika Richter-Laskowska, Ewelina Sobotnicka, Adam Bednorz

“…Various ML techniques are evaluated to classify cognitive performance levels based on input features such as sociodemographic variables, lab results, comorbidities, Body Mass Index (BMI), and functional scales. …”
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Commercial Vehicle Ride Comfort Optimization Based on Intelligent Algorithms and Nonlinear Damping by Shuilong He, Keren Chen, Enyong Xu, Wei Wang, Zhansi Jiang

“…The sum of the frequency-weighted RMS of the driver seat acceleration, the RMS of dynamic tyre load, and suspension working space is taken as the objective function in this article, using nonlinear damping coefficients and stiffness of suspension as design variables. …”
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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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The Fuzzy Response Surface Reliability Analysis Method of Turbine Blades by PAN Cheng-yi, WEI Wen-long, ZHANG Chun-yi

“…The analysis result shows that the blade reliability indexes decrease with the increase of fuzzy coefficient. Compared with the traditional method based on random variables, this method is more reasonable for the description of uncertainty, and the evaluation of reliability is more accurate theoretically.…”
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Evaluating the Effectiveness of Quality Control Measures in Project Management: A Study of Construction Companies in Lusaka by Mwanza Jacob, Chimbomba Kelvin

“…A solid positive relationship appeared between how well technology supports quality control and general quality control practices (Pearson coefficient = 0.893). Quality control measures improve the efficiency of construction projects, but they should be further improved as many projects still get delayed as a result of quality issues. …”
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Non-Similar Analysis of Boundary Layer Flow and Heat Transfer in Non-Newtonian Hybrid Nanofluid over a Cylinder with Viscous Dissipation Effects by Ahmed Zeeshan, Majeed Ahmad Yousif, Muhammad Imran Khan, Muhammad Amer Latif, Syed Shahzad Ali, Pshtiwan Othman Mohammed

“…Non-similar system of PDEs are obtained with efficient conversion variables. The dimensionless PDEs are truncated using a local non-similarity approach up to third level and numerical solution is evaluated using MATLAB built-in-function bvp4c. …”
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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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FUNGSI GREEN UNTUK PERSAMAAN DIFUSI-ADVEKSI DENGAN SYARAT BATAS DIRICHLET by Josua Josua, Evi Noviani, Fransiskus Fran

“…Mathematically, diffusion-advection equation can be written as  where  is concentration of material in the fluid, stands for the advection velocity, and  for diffusion coefficient. In this paper, a solution  is sought by using the Green’s function concept. …”
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Modeling and Numerical Prediction on Mechanical Behaviors of Hybrid Fiber Reinforced Polymer Bio Composites Using Fuzzy Logic Algorithm by Vinoth Viswanathan, Sathiyamurthy Subbarayan, Ananthi Narayanaswamy, Devi Panneerselvam, Prabhakaran Jayasankar

“…A triangular membership function was employed to define all these variables. …”
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Extreme combination of wind effects and analysis of wind load characteristics for low-rise buildings by Haiwei Guan, Yuji Tian, Yuliang Qi, Weihu Chen

“…Based on transcendental probability theory, the probability density functions of two non-Gaussian scalar sums of wind effects are derived from the relationship between the probability density of the sum of random variables and the joint probability density function of sub-random variables by Hermite polynomial transformation. …”
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Safety Prediction Using Vehicle Safety Evaluation Model Passing on Long-Span Bridge with Fully Connected Neural Network by Yang Yang, Lin Yang, Bo Wu, Gang Yao, Hang Li, Soltys Robert

“…Many research studies have been done to find convenience and efficiency measures. A vehicle safety evaluation model passing on a long-span bridge is presented in this paper based on fully connected neural network (FCN). …”
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Comparative Study on the Treatment Effect of Stretching and High-frequency Diathermy in Subjects With Gastrocnemius Tightness by Beom-Seop Kim, Yixin Wang, Ye-Jin Kim, Min-Young Kim, Hye-Seon Jeon

“…Background: Ankle flexibility is important for maintaining proper biomechanical function. Static stretching is used to improve flexibility with minimal risk; however, its effects are often temporary. …”

Cultivares de trigo submetidas a déficit hídrico no início do florescimento, em casa de vegetação Wheat cultivars submitted to water deficit at the beginning of flowering in greenh... by Diego dos Santos, Vandeir F. Guimarães, Jeferson Klein, Samuel L. Fioreze, Eurides K. Macedo Júnior

“…Reduction was found in the gravimetric soil moisture, in the relative levels of water and in all biometric variables, in function of the water deficit. The grain production showed difference only among the water regimes, in which the cultivar CD 111 is more efficient in the maintenance of the productive potential in conditions of water deficit, through the quick recovery in the relative content of water in leaves.…”
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Multiple metabolic requirements for size homeostasis and initiation of division in Saccharomyces cerevisiae by Shivatheja Soma, Kailu Yang, Maria I. Morales, Michael Polymenis

“…Furthermore, we show that adenylate kinase, encoded by ADK1, is a significant determinant of the efficiency of size control mechanisms. Finally, our data argue strongly that the cell size at division is not necessarily a function of the rate cells increase in size in the G1 phase of the cell cycle. …”
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Early Predictive Value of the Glucose‐to‐Lymphocyte Ratio for the Occurrence of Stroke‐Associated Pneumonia by Fuqiang Zhou, Liju Ma, Min Li, Haijiang Li, Heying Yang, Ye Xu, Kuankuan Dang, Fengchen Gao, Haimei Sun

“…The GLR was converted into a categorical variable for trend testing, and compared the predictive efficiency of GLR through the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve and Bonferroni correction analysis. …”
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Dynamic multicriteria optimization of household heating and cooling system for reusing fuel-cell waste heat at optimal thermodynamic conditions while considering climatic effects by Sara Azamian

“…Energy system structures are evolving toward increasing cost benefits, efficiency, and environmental sustainability. Achieving these goals is contingent upon the utilization of renewables. …”
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Multi‐objective and multi‐stage low‐carbon planning of park integrated energy system considering random outages from superior power grid by Xunpu Jiang, Zhejing Bao, Jianwei Chen, Miao Yu

“…Then, the fuzzy membership function is used to determine the optimal compromise solution, resulting in a planning scheme that balances economic efficiency and supply reliability. …”
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Designing and implementing a Web-based real time routing service for crisis management (a case study for district 11 of Tehran) by javad sadidi, seyed hassan hosseini sajedi

“…According to the obtained results, the path’s length and traffic’s volume variables have the most important role in target function formation (travel cost) therefore the specific path will be selected as the optimal path, with the minimized distance between the destination and the traffic volume. …”
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Research and Design of an Active Light Source System for UAVs Based on Light Intensity Matching Model by Rui Ming, Tao Wu, Zhiyan Zhou, Haibo Luo, Shahbaz Gul Hassan

“…Extensive qualitative and quantitative experiments confirm that the UAV active light source system based on light intensity matching proposed in this paper effectively enhances the effectiveness and robustness of vision-based tracking for multi-UAVs, particularly in complex and variable environments. This research provides an efficient and computationally effective solution for vision-based multi-UAV systems, further enhancing the visual tracking capabilities of multi-UAVs under complex conditions.…”
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