Impact of Wake Interference Suppression Strategies on the Aerodynamic Performance of Twin Wind Turbines by Liuti SHI, Yunhui CHEN, Jiahuang TU

“…[Objective] The paper takes the NREL-5MW wind turbine as the research object, adopts the control strategy based on the single and combination of the yaw angle(θ) of the upstream wind turbine and the tower height(ΔH) difference of the downstream wind turbine as well as the lateral spacing(Δy), researches the complex wake interference effect between the two wind turbines. [Method] Numerically simulated the part of the wake interfering phenomenon between the two wind turbines, analyzed the aerodynamic power of the two wind turbines, the average speed of the wake flow, and the effect of the wake interference to improve the power generation of the whole wind power field efficiency of the whole wind farm. …”
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Evaluating language model embeddings for Parkinson’s disease cohort harmonization using a novel manually curated variable mapping schema by Yasamin Salimi, Tim Adams, Mehmet Can Ay, Helena Balabin, Marc Jacobs, Martin Hofmann-Apitius

“…We additionally compared the results to a baseline method using fuzzy string matching to determine the degree to which the semantic capabilities of language models can be utilized for automated cohort harmonization. …”
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Influence of rock mass properties and powder factor on the fractal dimension of the natural rock mass blocks during blasting by Ajay Pratap Singh Tomar, Suman Panthee, Sanjaya Dahal, Sandesh Pandey

“…The fragmentation conditions were evaluated by block fragmentation method in three different rock types. Blasted block size reduction from in-situ block size distribution (ISBD) to blasted block size distribution (BBSD) were analyzed based on modified Kuz-Ram models and other empirical models which were used to predict D50 of the blocks. …”
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Training and performance assessment of NPP operators on comprehensive simulators by О. Стенін, В. Пасько, О. Лісовиченко, С. Стенін, В. Солдатов

“…In view of the above, the task of assessing the degree of its preparedness is relevant. To implement the assessment process, a specially constructed initiative matrix is proposed. …”
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Brittleness Index of High-Rank Coal Reservoir and Its Influencing Factors in Mabidong Block, Qinshui Basin, China by Yixuan Zhang, Yanjun Meng, Panyun Hao, Yanjie Shang, Xinyu Fu

“…In this study, based on array sonic logging and density logging data, coal brittleness index is calculated using an elastic parameter method in the Mabidong coalbed methane (CBM) block in southern Qinshui Basin. …”
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Novel sliding mode control of the manipulator based on a nonlinear disturbance observer by Keyou Guo, Haoze Zhang, Caili Wei, Haibing Jiang, Jiangnan Wang

“…The control law is formulated by integrating the Backstepping method, Lyapunov theory, and global fast terminal sliding mode theory, ensuring global convergence to zero within finite time and enhancing system robustness. …”
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Clinical efficacy and tolerance of sodium hypochlorite combined with taurine on the background of basic therapy in patients with acute pancreatitis. by G. Z. Bilenkyi, O. V. Makarenko

“…In addition, the patients in the main group were prescribed an experimental infusion solution with the working name "Neoreodez" within 3 days. To evaluate the degree of endogenous intoxication, the method of determining the average mass molecule was used. …”
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Levels of Political Trust among Young People in the Kaliningrad Oblast by M. I. Krishtal, P. S. Kolokoltseva

“…The results of the sociological research conducted by the method of online questionnaire are presented. Significant differences in assessments of trust of young people in the Kaliningrad region have been revealed and its levels in relation to the authorities and political leaders have been determined. …”
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Satisfaction with Professional Training of Graduates of Educational Institutions of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia by Ulyanina O.A.

“…Results of the study: a high level of professional training was revealed in 59% of graduates of police operatives, 61% — investigators, 60% — experts. The average level of training by mentors was observed in 39% who graduated from the Academy with a degree in "Forensic examination", "Legal support of national security" and 40% — "law Enforcement". …”
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Controlled Synthesis of TiB2-TiC Composite: Substantiation of the Homogenizing Joule Thermostatting Efficiency and Improvement of SHS-Compaction Technology in a Vacuum by Gigo Jandieri, David Sakhvadze

“…For this purpose, an improved technological approach is proposed, which is based on the known method of SHS-compacting but differs by the possibility of controlled Joule influence on the synthesis products, which is achieved by the use of a special electrothermal vacuum press-mold functioning according to a particular control algorithm. …”
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Microstructure and dynamic mechanical properties of laser alloyed coating on 97W surface by Lijuan ZHENG, Jiwei WANG, Mengqin CHEN, Yuming FU

“…The results show that the composite coating containing 2% C3N4 generates complex carbides and nitrides such as (Fe, Cr)4W2N and (Fe, Cr)3W3C, and the microstructure presents a regular reticular structure with more uniform element distribution and smaller grain size; the average microhardness of the fusion-coated layer reaches 2.3 times that of the 97 W matrix; the addition of the composite coating improves the degree of strain reinforcement in the overall structural material, but the strain rate sensitivity of the overall material is reduced, and the overall structure fails in the form of W particle disintegration under the strain rate loading of 3500 s−1.…”
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Characterization of Type 2 Diabetic Patients Admitted to the Diabetes Care Center of Cienfuegos by Gisela Zerquera Trujillo, Belkis Vicente Sánchez, Elodia Rivas Alpizar, Miriam Costa Cruz

“…<br /><strong>Objective:</strong> to know the clinical characteristics and the frequency of chronic complations in people with type 2 diabetis mellitus admitted to Diabetic Education and Care Center in Cienfuegos in the year 2013.<br /><strong>Method:</strong> a descriptive study was carried out in which 396 patients were included, admitted to the center from January to December 2013. …”
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To teach is to get nervous: Teacher anxiety as a multifaceted occurrence in pedagogical practices by Habibullah Pathan, Oksana I. Aleksandrova, Illahi Bakhsh

“…Quantitative results indicate a great degree of teacher anxiety. Male teachers, on average, report a higher anxiety level than female counterparts on the FLTAS. …”
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Secure S-box construction with 1D chaotic maps and finite field theory for block cipher encryption by Sajjad Shaukat Jamal, Rashad Ali, Muhammad Kamran Jamil, Sameer Abdullah Nooh, Fahad Alblehai, Gulraiz

“…The paper offers a unique 1D hybrid chaotic map, which is then used to build an S-box design with finite fields of degree 4 and 8. A simple algorithm is created to eliminate potential flaws in the proposed method. …”
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Hydroclimatic and Land Use Drivers of Wildfire Risk in the Colombian Caribbean by Yiniva Camargo Caicedo, Sindy Bolaño-Diaz, Geraldine M. Pomares-Meza, Manuel Pérez-Pérez, Tionhonkélé Drissa Soro, Tomás R. Bolaño-Ortiz, Andrés M. Vélez-Pereira

“…Fire-prone zones were identified using the Getis–Ord Gi* method over fire density and burned area data from 2001 to 2023; then, they were analyzed with seasonally aggregated hydroclimatic indices via logistic regression to quantify their influence on wildfires. …”
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Starch Grain Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa Willd.): Composition, Morphology and Physico-Chemical Properties by Tatiana V. Orlova, Mohammed Aider

“…The work presents the results of scientific research on various matters: methods of starch isolation from quinoa, its chemical composition, and methods of amylose determination; structure of starch grains, their shape, type, and degree of crystallization; physicochemical properties of starch, including gelatinization, swelling, solubility, rheological properties, retrogradation, changes in the transparency of starch gel, and susceptibility to enzymes. …”
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Distribution Characteristics and Source Analysis of “Three Nitrogen” in Shallow Groundwater in Hailun Area of Heilongjiang Province by Lijun LI, Qiang LIU

“…This method does not require chemical separation, and uses few chemical reagents and innoxious reagents. …”
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Molecular diagnostics of <i>Cryptosporidium</i> species in pigs on private farms in the Vologda Region of the North-Western Federal District of the Russian Federation by A. L. Kryazhev, A. S. Novikov

“…The purpose of the research is to determine infection rate and oocyst isolation degree followed by identification of taxa of Cryptosporidium species in piglets of different age groups using the latest molecular genetic methods, on private farms in the Vologda Region of the North-Western Federal District of the Russian Federation.Materials and methods. …”
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Results of intra-articular and combined interventions in patients with ischemic deformity of the femoral head by Mikhael P. Teplenkiy, Vyacheslav S. Bunov, Alina V. Akimova, Eduard M. Parfenov

“…Currently, intra-articular correction methods are used, among which one of the most effective methods is considered to be reduction osteotomy of the femoral head. …”

Providing financial protection in health for low-income populations: a comparison of health financing designs in East Asia by Qian Zhang, Julia Shu-Huah Wang, Alex Jingwei He, Chenhong Peng, Aya Abe, Inhoe Ku, Irene Y.H. Ng, Xi Zhao

“…Health financing schemes reduce the financial burden to varying degrees, with Taiwan, Hong Kong, and South Korea providing financial protection for low-income populations to a higher degree, followed by Japan, Singapore, and mainland China. …”
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