Integrated Sensing and Communication Target Detection Framework and Waveform Design Method Based on Information Theory by Qilong Miao, Xiaofeng Shen, Chenfei Xie, Yong Gao, Lu Chen

“…The target detection is implemented through a relative entropy test (RET) comparing echo signals against target presence/absence hypotheses. …”
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Utilising machine learning classification models for meteorological drought monitoring and analysis by Iqra Mumtaz, Rizwan Niaz, Zamama Sajid, Abdu Qaid Alameri, Zulfiqar Ali, Khaled A. Gepreel

“…To address model-specific challenges, ridge regression was applied to mitigate multicollinearity in Logistic Regression, while SVM incorporated the Radial Basis Function (RBF) kernel and isolation forest to manage non-linearity and outliers. RF and GB were implemented without additional modifications. The Synthetic Minority Oversampling Technique (SMOTE) was used to handle class imbalance. …”
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A framework for optimisation and techno-economic analysis of CO2 pressurisation strategies for pipeline transportation by Andreasen Anders, Bonto Maria, Montero Fernando

“…Contrary to former studies that focus mainly on reduction of the work required for pressurisation, the presented method includes additional capabilities to assess CAPEX, OPEX and the levelised cost of CO2 compression. …”
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Reduction of the Disturbance Effects in a Twin Rotor Multi-Input Multi-Output System Based on a Modified Smith Predictor Control Scheme by Aissa Mehallel, Vicente Feliu-Batlle

“…The proposed method is implemented on a prototype and compared with the original Smith predictor-based control scheme. …”
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Highly Efficient Cutting of Quartz Glass with Low Roughness and Minor Chipping Using Bessel Laser Beams by Lei Xiong, Yuhang An, Ling Zhang, Cheng Tang, Tianci Zhang, Aibin Zuo, Wenyan Gao

“…The conventional method of cutting quartz glass with a knife often leads to undesirable effects, such as chipping, debris generation, and an inconsistent cut quality. Additionally, implementing the current methods of laser ablation cutting and crack control cutting presents challenges in ensuring both the quality of the cut and the efficiency of the process. …”
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Corner Enhancement Module Based on Deformable Convolutional Networks and Parallel Ensemble Processing Methods for Distorted License Plate Recognition in Real Environments by Sehun Kim, Seongsoo Cho, Jangyeop Kim, Kwangchul Son

“…Furthermore, we verified the system’s versatility in real road environments by implementing a real-time license plate recognition system using Raspberry Pi 4 and a camera module.…”
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Assessing the climate impact of an improved volcanic sulfate aerosol representation in E3SM by Z. Ke, Z. Ke, Q. Tang, J.-C. Golaz, X. Liu, H. Wang

“…This approach leads to improved surface temperature variability and a modest reduction in cold biases between 1940 and 1980 compared to the CMIP6 setup. Additionally, we assess cloud property responses to a more realistic volcanic sulfate aerosol representation, which weakens cloud-induced cooling during periods of lower volcanic activity. …”
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Deep Fusion of Skeleton Spatial–Temporal and Dynamic Information for Action Recognition by Song Gao, Dingzhuo Zhang, Zhaoming Tang, Hongyan Wang

“…Furthermore, physical structure constraints of the human body were considered to enhance class differences. Additionally, the speed information for each joint was estimated and encoded as a color texture map to achieve the skeleton motion feature descriptor. …”
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Occupational Burnout and Insomnia in Relation to Psychological Resilience Among Greek Nurses in the Post-Pandemic Era by Christos Sikaras, Argyro Pachi, Sofia Alikanioti, Ioannis Ilias, Eleni Paraskevi Sideri, Athanasios Tselebis, Aspasia Panagiotou

“…Consequently, there is an urgent need to regularly monitor for risk of burnout and insomnia and to implement resilience-building strategies for nurses to combat burnout and improve insomnia symptoms.…”
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Identity-based threshold (multi) signature with private accountability for privacy-preserving blockchain by Jing Tian, Yanqi Zhao, Xiaoyi Yang, Xuan Zhao, Ruonan Chen, Yong Yu

“…We give a concrete construction of AIDTHS and prove its security. Finally, we implement the AIDTHS scheme and compare it with existing schemes. …”
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Optimizing Variable Admittance Control for Remote Ultrasound Scanning Under Uncertain Environment by Songjie Xiao, Tengyue Wang, Yun Long, Liangjing Yang

“…Furthermore, a compensation term is introduced to the variable stiffness control law to mitigate estimation uncertainties, thereby enhancing force tracking accuracy. Additionally, an energy tank mechanism is implemented to guarantee system passivity under varying damping and stiffness conditions. …”
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How fast does the WallGo? A package for computing wall velocities in first-order phase transitions by Andreas Ekstedt, Oliver Gould, Joonas Hirvonen, Benoit Laurent, Lauri Niemi, Philipp Schicho, Jorinde van de Vis

“…Abstract WallGo is an open-source software designed to compute the bubble wall velocity in first-order cosmological phase transitions. Additionally, it evaluates the energy budget available for generating gravitational waves. …”
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Optimization of Cleaning and Hygiene Processes in Healthcare Using Digital Technologies and Ensuring Quality Assurance with Blockchain by Semra Tebrizcik, Süleyman Ersöz, Elvan Duman, Adnan Aktepe, Ahmet Kürşad Türker

“…A working prototype was implemented and validated using Hyperledger Caliper under resource-constrained cloud environments, confirming the system’s feasibility through over 100 TPS throughput and zero transaction failures. …”
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A novel passive shimming optimization method of MRI magnet based on a PSA-SQP hybrid algorithm by Jie Zhao, Minhua Zhu, Ling Xia, Yifeng Fan, Feng Liu

“…Traditionally, PS optimization has been implemented using Linear Programming (LP), posing challenges in balancing field quality with the quantity of iron used for shimming. …”
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A Novel Single Source Bridgeless Nine-Level Switched-Capacitor-Based Quadruple Boost Inverter With Reduced Voltage Stress by Devanand Kumar, Ravi Raushan, Md. Waseem Ahmad, Soham Dutta

“…It has quadruple voltage gain and inherent voltage balancing of the switched capacitors. Additionally, it can operate under various loads and modulation indexes. …”
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Industrial IoT-Based Energy Monitoring System: Using Data Processing at Edge by Akseer Ali Mirani, Anshul Awasthi, Niall O’Mahony, Joseph Walsh

“…In this research, we design, develop, and implement an IIoT and edge-based system to monitor the energy consumption of a factory floor’s stationary and mobile assets using wireless and wired energy meters. …”
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Three-Level DNPC-LLC Converter With Hybrid Modulation Method for Wide Output Voltage Applications by Ming-Shi Huang, Jhih-Cheng Hu, Shih-Gang Chen, Wei-Hsiang Hsu, Chun-Wei Huang

“…Finally, a 3.7 kW SiC-based DNPC-LLC converter with synchronous rectification at an 800 V input is implemented. The output voltage ranges from 20 V to 450 V, and smooth transitions between different modulation modes are verified. …”
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Identifying the Components of Cognitive Capital (A Meta-Synthesis Study) by Vakil Azhideh, Javad Pourkarimi, Hassan Mahjoub, Mitra Ezati

“…The research procedure was informed by expert feedback. Additionally, the CASP (Critical Appraisal Skills Programme) instrument was implemented to regulate the quality of the scientific documents. …”
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Think FAST: a novel framework to evaluate fidelity, accuracy, safety, and tone in conversational AI health coach dialogues by Martha Neary, Emily Fulton, Victoria Rogers, Julia Wilson, Zoe Griffiths, Ram Chuttani, Paul M. Sacher

“…Processes to ensure consistent evaluation quality were established and additional patient safety procedures were defined for escalations to healthcare providers based on clinical risk. …”
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Utilization of Secondary Electron Emission Principle in Calorimeter Active Media by Bilki B., Dilsiz K., Ogul H., Onel Y., Sahbaz K.K., Southwick D., Tiras E., Tosun M., Wetzel J., Winn D.

“…Secondary electron emission is the primary signal formation and/or amplification technique utilized in accelerator beam monitors and photomultiplier tubes where incident energetic particles cause ejection of additional electrons from a secondary emission surface. …”
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