Differential quadrature free vibration analysis of sandwich plates with curvilinear fiber variable stiffness composite face sheets by Zhenyu Zhou

“…An improved approach integrating the differential quadrature method (DQM) and first-order shear deformation theory (FSDT) is introduced in this work. …”
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Flight Dynamics Modeling and Verification for a Novel Compound Rotorcraft Considering Rotor/Propeller/Fuselage Aerodynamic Interference by Xinfan Yin, Bowen Nie, Chang Wang, Honglei An, Shengde Jia, Hongxu Ma, Haoxuan Deng, Long He

“…Firstly, an analysis of rotor/propeller/fuselage aerodynamic interference is performed using the momentum source method (MSM). Subsequently, the aerodynamic models for the wing, fuselage, and horizontal–vertical tail are updated by integrating aerodynamic interference factors, leading to the development of a nonlinear flight dynamics model for the sample unmanned compound rotorcraft. …”
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Flood Risk Assessment in Coastal Cities: A Case Study of Lingang New City, Shanghai by CHEN Li-hui, CHEN Jie, GAO Guo-ping

“…A high-resolution grid unit of 30m × 30m was innovatively adopted, and a combined subjective-objective weighting approach was used by integrating the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) and the entropy weight method. …”
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Comprehensive Stiffness Modeling and Evaluation of an Orthopedic Surgical Robot for Enhanced Cutting Operation Performance by Heqiang Tian, Mengke Zhang, Jiezhong Tan, Zhuo Chen, Guangqing Chen

“…This study presents an integrated stiffness modeling and evaluation framework for an orthopedic surgical robot, aiming to enhance cutting accuracy and operational stability. …”
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Evaluation of Pedestrian-Perceived Comfort on Urban Streets Using Multi-Source Data: A Case Study in Nanjing, China by Jiarui Qin, Yizhe Feng, Yehua Sheng, Yi Huang, Fengyuan Zhang, Kaixuan Zhang

“…Indicators are extracted from multi-source data (street-view images, real-time traffic data, points of interest, and pedestrian surveys) using a deep learning method. A comprehensive weighting method combining entropy weight and the analytic hierarchy process is used to determine the relative importance of each factor. …”
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Exploring the relationship between agricultural land use and soil quality: Insight from southern Ethiopia agro-ecologies by Tadele Geremu, Girma Abera, Bekele Lemma, Frank Rasche

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Structure-guided deep learning for back acupoint localization via bone-measuring constraints by Yulong Wang, Tian Lan, Wenjian Dou, Zhi Chen, Song Zhang, Gong Chen, Gong Chen

“…This study introduces a novel automated framework for recognizing back acupoints, uniquely integrating the traditional TCM bone-measuring principle with advanced deep learning for medical image analysis. …”
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Development of a social learning theory-based pressure injury training program for nursing assistants in Chinese nursing homes by Yanxia Guo, Yanxia Guo, Shengnan Yang, Plernpit Boonyamalik, Arpaporn Powwattana, Wen Zhu, Lingxia Xu

“…Data analysis included expert’s positive coefficient, expert’s authority coefficient (Cr), expert’s coordination coefficient (Kendall’s W), and coefficient of variation (CV) were used to reflect reliability and consensus.ResultsConsensus was reached on 79 key indicators for the training program, which included 4 first-level indicators (training objectives, content, methods, and evaluation), 13 second-level indicators, and 62 third-level indicators. …”
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Consolidation and Heavy Metal Adsorption-Desorption Characteristics of Soils with Different Clay Contents by WU Ya-jun, YUE Hao-fan, ZANG Xue-ke, ZHANG Xu-dong, ZHANG Chang-song, WU Jin-hong

“…In doing so, the single-factor influencing pattern of clay content can be obtained. [Methods] Based on the principle that soil particles of different sizes had different settling speeds in solution, soil samples with clay contents of 20%, 30%, 40%, and 50% were prepared via sedimentation method. …”
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A Trigonometric Variant of Kaneko–Tsumura <i>ψ</i>-Values by Ende Pan, Xin Lin, Ce Xu, Jianqiang Zhao

“…Many variations of the multiple zeta values have been found to play important roles in different branches of mathematics and theoretical physics in recent years, such as the cyclotomic/color version, which appears prominently in the computation of Feynman integrals. …”
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Decentralised Consensus Control of Hybrid Synchronous Condenser and Grid-Forming Inverter Systems in Renewable-Dominated Low-Inertia Grids by Hamid Soleimani, Asma Aziz, S M Muslem Uddin, Mehrdad Ghahramani, Daryoush Habibi

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Kinematic Characteristics of Deformed Porous Structures by Veselovska N., Sivak R., Paladiychuk Y., Bandura V., Telyatnik I., Bohatiuk M., Savkiv V., Edl M.

“…Experimental and computational methods of studying the stress state in the plastic region are characterized by various methods and accuracy of measurements, methods of mathematical processing of experimental information, and interpretation of results. …”
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Design and Performance Evaluation of a Feed Distribution Device in the Small-Scale Pneumatic Conveying Feeder for Recirculating Aquaculture Systems by Liang Wang, Mingdong Ji, Kang Wu, Xudong Weng, Haijun Li

“…The motion and force of feed pellets during the distribution process were studied using the discrete element method (DEM) simulation to evaluate the integrity of feed pellets. …”
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Human Comfort and Environmental Sustainability Through Wetland Management: A Case Study of the Nawabganj Wetland, India by Kirti Avishek, Pranav Dev Singh, Abhrankash Kanungo, Pankaj Kumar, Shamik Chakraborty, Suraj Kumar Singh, Shruti Kanga, Gowhar Meraj, Bhartendu Sajan, Saurabh Kumar Gupta

“…The human comfort index was calculated using field data, while vegetation density and frequency were analyzed based on seasonal variations using the quadrant method. The results indicate that the wetland significantly contributes to local temperature reduction and improved comfort levels. …”
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Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) use in patients with diabetes mellitus type 1 is associated with higher healthcare costs, increased hospitalizations, and social disparities in... by Ameer Khowaja, Lina Adil, Teigan Dwyer, Tyson Barrett, Jamil Alkhaddo

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Enhanced Anti-Lock Braking System Performance: A Comparative Study of Adaptive Terminal Sliding Mode Control Approaches by Salma Khatory, Houcine Chafouk, El Mehdi Mellouli

“…Despite its advantages, SMC faces challenges such as chattering near equilibrium, sensitivity to parameter variations, and delayed convergence. To address these issues, advanced techniques like Terminal Sliding Mode Control (TSMC) and Integral Terminal Sliding Mode Control (ITSMC) have been proposed. …”
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Enhanced power sharing and voltage regulation for islanded nano-satellite DC microgrids in spinning flight scenarios by Khalil Louassaa, Josep M. Guerrero, Baseem Khan, Muhammad Zain Yousaf, Mohamed Ali Zdiri, Liu Zhang, Rajkumar Sivanraju

“…The Electrical Power System (EPS) is a critical subsystem that integrates photovoltaic sources, energy storage, and power converters to ensure reliable operation. …”
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Development and Validation of an Indicator System for Evaluating Clinical Nursing Process Quality Using Mobile Nursing Information Systems by Ge H, Wang Q, Liu S, Tian Y, Ma J

“…Hongyue Ge,1,&ast; Qiao Wang,1,&ast; Sibo Liu,1 Yanbin Tian,2 Jie Ma3 1Department of Integrated Traditional and Western Cardiology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, 100029, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Information Center, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, 100029, People’s Republic of China; 3Department of Nursing, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, 100029, People’s Republic of China&ast;These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Qiao Wang, Department of Integrated Traditional and Western Cardiology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, No. 2 of Yinghua East Street, ChaoYang District, Beijing, 100029, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86 13522550614, Email qiaowang_wq@126.comObjective: This study aimed to develop and validate a standardized indicator system to assess clinical nursing process quality, leveraging a mobile nursing information system to enhance care efficiency and safety.Methods: A Delphi method was employed, with indicator weights assigned via a precedence ordering chart. …”
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Fusing Emotion and Art Communication: A Disc Interval-Valued Fermatean Fuzzy Decision-Making Approach by Liu Peng

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Prediction and optimization of hardness in AlSi10Mg alloy produced by laser powder bed fusion using statistical and machine learning approaches by İnayet Burcu Toprak

“…This study highlights the importance of integrating Machine Learning and statistical analysis methods for the effective modeling and optimization of LPBF processes. …”
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