Estimation of Soil Cohesion Using Machine Learning Method: A Random Forest Approach by Hai-Bang Ly, Thuy-Anh Nguyen, Binh Thai Pham

“…In this study, machine learning models, namely, support vector machine (SVM), Gaussian regression process (GPR), and random forest (RF), were built based on a data set of 145 soil samples collected from the Da Nang-Quang Ngai expressway project, Vietnam. …”
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An Adaptive Linearized Method for Localizing Video Endoscopic Capsule Using Weighted Centroid Algorithm by Umma Hany, Khan A. Wahid

“…In our proposed system, first we identify the path loss attenuation exponents using linear least square regression of the collected data (RSSI versus distance). Then the path loss model is linearized to minimize the path loss deviation which is mainly caused due to the nonhomogeneous environment of radio propagation. …”
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Technology and Method Optimization for Foot–Ground Contact Force Detection in Wheel-Legged Robots by Chao Huang, Meng Hong, Yaodong Wang, Hui Chai, Zhuo Hu, Zheng Xiao, Sijia Guan, Min Guo

“…Subsequently, under dynamic gait conditions, data collected from the PVDF sensor array are used to predict three-dimensional contact forces through Gaussian process regression (GPR) and artificial neural network (ANN) models. …”
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A Model-based Rapid Calibration Method of Interior Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor by ZHENG Junhui, CHEN Huimin

“…The current practice of motor calibration is inefficient as it typically involves manual adjustments and repeated calculations based on data collected by high-precision power analyzers, which also places high demands on operator experience and instrument accuracy. …”
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Research on underwater disease target detection method of inland waterway based on deep learning by Tao Yu, Yu Xie, Jinsong Luo, Wei Zhu, Jie Liu

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Evaluation of the clinical value of CCTA as the preferred screening method in patients with chronic coronary syndrome by Huan Luo, Wei Zhu, Rui-Juan Fan, Li-Xiong Duan, Rui Jing

“…The baseline data were collected. All patients in the CCTA group underwent CCTA examination first. …”
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COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: a mixed-method study by Nebiyu Dereje, Abigel Tesfaye, Beamlak Tamene, Dina Alemeshet, Haymanot Abe, Nathnael Tesfa, Tigist Biruk, Yabets Lakew, Saron Gideon

“…Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the level of COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and its associated factors in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.Design A community-based concurrent mixed-method study.Setting In a community setting.Participants Adult residents (n=422) of Akaki Kality subcity who were recruited by a two stage sampling technique and 24 adults who were selected purposively were included for the quantitative and qualitative part of the study respectively.Outcome measures Data were collected by face-to-face interview using a semistructured questionnaire. …”
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A Novel Method for News Recommendation on Websites Using the Clustered-Vectors Optimization Algorithm by Piyanuch Chaipornkaew, Thepparit Banditwattanawong

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Energy Optimization of Sugarcane Bagasse by Oxidative Torrefaction: A Multiple Linear Regression Method by Diego A. Racero-Galaraga, Stiven Javier Sofan-German, Juan P. Arteaga-Ramos, Jorge M. Mendoza-Fandiño

“…Detailed analyses of collected data were carried out in the RStudio software environment, which showed the capacity of the model to explain calorific value of sugarcane bagasse, achieving a coefficient of determination R2 of 88.29%. …”
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Design of an Archival Information System for LLDIKTI Region VIII using the Research and Development Method by Dionisius Adi Prabu Pamungkas, Yani Rahardja

“…Data were collected through interviews and direct observation of system usage. …”
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Transfer learning based EfficientNet method for transmission line insulator flaw detection by Aleena Swetapadma, Anamika Yadav

“…The inputs used are the images of the insulators collected from IEEE data port. The features are first extracted from the insulator images that are given to transfer the learning-based EfficientNet model to detect if the insulator is flawed or not. …”
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A Protocol for Patient Education Based on Andragogy: A Convergent Parallel Mixed Methods Study by Mohtasham Ghaffari, Sakineh Rakhshanderou, Reza Negarandeh, Negin Niksadat, Ali Ramzankhan, Ali Vasheghani Farahani

“…During the quantitative phase, a cross-sectional survey will be conducted on 350 adult patients who had the history of hospitalization and received patient education from selected hospitals of Tehran, Iran. Sampling method will be random, and data collection tool will be a researcher-made questionnaire based on the principles of andragogy. …”
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Effects of Psychotropic Medications Taken by Pregnant Women on Newborn Medical Condition and Lactation Method by Yuta Yoshino, Toru Yagi, Koichi Tsubouchi, Yusuke Takaishi, Yuki Ozaki, Jun‐ichi Iga, Keiichi Matsubara, Yuko Matsubara, Yuka Uchikura, Takashi Sugiyama, Shu‐ichi Ueno

“…Methods Data of pregnant women with psychiatric disorders who were referred from the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology to the Department of Neuropsychiatry at Ehime University Hospital from January 2014 to December 2022 were collected retrospectively. …”
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A novel portable and radiation-free method for assessing scoliosis: an accurate and reproducible study by Hui Wang, Yunfeng Zhu, Qiyuan Bao, Yong Lu, Fuhua Yan, Lianjun Du, Le Qin

“…Abstract Background This study aimed to evaluate the accuracy and reproducibility of a newly developed portable and radiation-free three-dimensional spine sensing system (3D-SSS) for scoliosis assessment. Methods A total of 145 patients underwent full-spine imaging using the EOS imaging system, and 3D-SSS data were collected between February 2023 and April 2023. …”
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Primary Care Support Tools for Digestive Health Care: A Mixed Method Study by Mubashir Arain, Leanne Reeb, Rebecca C. Miyagishima, Julia Carter, Kerri L. Novak

“…All interviews were transcribed and coded to perform a thematic analysis. Survey data were analyzed in SPSS version 25. Descriptive statistics were employed to summarize and describe the data collected. …”
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Improving Nurse Job Satisfaction in The Handover Process by The Documentation-Based SWITCH Handover Method by Ika Suhartanti, Anndy Prastya, Mujiadi Mujiadi

“…A total sampling technique was used, resulting in 41 respondents who met the inclusion criteria. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire designed to measure job satisfaction before and after the implementation of the SWITCH handover method. …”
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Education necessity for veterinary-producer relationship creation and sustainability: a mixed method study by Nicola L. Ritter, Nicola L. Ritter, Molly Gonzales, Molly Gonzales, Glennon Mays

“…Quantitative and qualitative data were collected via online, closed-ended survey questions and free response interviews. …”
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Effects of Thawing Method on Palatability Traits, Quality Attributes, and Thawing Characteristics of Beef Steaks by Erin Beyer, Jessie Vipham, Lindsey K Decker, Michael Chao, Morgan Zumbaugh, Travis G. O'Quinn

“…Therefore, the objective of this study was to investigate the effects of various thawing methods on beef palatability. Paired beef strip loins (n = 15 pairs) were obtained from a commercial processing facility for palatability evaluation, and 6 additional strip loins were collected for thawing characteristic data. …”
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Enhancement method of series hybrid ship energy efficiency for speed and energy collaborative optimization by Yupeng Yuan, Xiaoyu Wang, Liang Tong, Chengqing Yuan, Boyang Shen, Teng Long

“…The energy consumption model, power demand model, and decision function with minimum fuel consumption as the evaluation criteria were established according to the ship's characteristics and hybrid system. By analysing the data collected from an actual ship, the operating conditions of the navigation environment were identified using the k‐means algorithm, and the total distance travelled by the ship was divided into several sub‐trajectories. …”
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Study on Quantitative Evaluation Method of Balance Ability in Cancer Patients Based on Gait Features by Junjie LIU, Xu ZHOU, Chao YU, Qingqing CAO, Zhiming YAO, Wanqiu ZHANG, Ling ZHANG, Wanqing YAO, Ning LIN

“…Their balance ability was evaluated using the Berg Balance Scale (BBS). Gait data were collected by an electronic walkway and an IMU sensor system, including spatial-temporal and kinematic gait features such as step length, cadence, support time, and range of motion. …”
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