Multi-objective design optimization of a transonic axial fan stage using sparse active subspaces by Richard Amankwa Adjei, Chengwei Fan

“…In this paper, a multi-objective optimization strategy for efficient design of turbomachinery blades using sparse active subspaces is implemented for a turbofan stage design. …”
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Can Clinician-Stabilization with Hand-Held Dynamometry Yield a Reliable Measure of Knee Flexion Torque? by Daniel Larson, Daniel Lorenz, Brittany Melton

“… # Hypothesis/Purpose Determine inter and intra-rater reliability of two clinically efficient methods of assessing isometric knee flexion torque using hand-held dynamometry with clinician-stabilization. …”
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Bixa orellana LIPIDS AS A SOURCE OF GERANYLGERANIOL: EXTRACTION TECHNIQUES AND CHARACTERIZATION by Miguel A. Martinez Gutierrez, Song da Silva, Henrique F. Goulart, Antônio E. G. Santana

“…This study evaluated the efficiency of annatto oil extraction using hydrodistillation, Soxhlet solvent extraction (conventional methods), and ultrasound-assisted extraction (modern method). …”
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Application of the Finite Difference Parabolic Equation Model in Forestry Remote Telemetry by Qi Guo, Yubin Lan, Xiaoling Deng, Yinliang Diao

“…The FDPE method is more efficient and convenient than the empirical models and has more advantages on compatibility and accuracy for long-range EWs prediction. …”
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Performance Evaluation of Retail Warehouses: A Combined MCDM Approach Using G-BWM and RATMI by Abdullah M. Barasin, Ammar Y. Alqahtani, Anas A. Makki

“…Evaluating the performance of retail warehouses is crucial for meeting customer expectations and enhancing operational efficiency. <i>Methods</i>: This study employed a combined multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) approach, using the group best–worst method (G-BWM) for weighting criteria and ranking the alternatives based on the trace-to-median index (RATMI) for warehouse ranking. …”
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Development and Evaluation of a Multi-Robot Path Planning Graph Algorithm by Fatma A. S. Alwafi, Xu Xu, Reza Saatchi, Lyuba Alboul

“…The algorithm efficiently balances connectivity maintenance and path length minimisation, thus improving the performance of path finding. …”
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A study by V.M. Abbasov, Hany M. Abd El-Lateef, L.I. Aliyeva, E.E. Qasimov, I.T. Ismayilov, Mai M. Khalaf

“…The investigation involved weight loss, LPR corrosion rate and extrapolation of cathodic and anodic Tafel lines method. Results obtained show that the surfactants studied are efficient corrosion inhibitors for carbon steel in CO2 saturated brine. …”
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Thermal Profile of a Low-Concentrator Photovoltaic: A COMSOL Simulation by Maryam M. Alqurashi, Reem M. Altuwirqi, Entesar A. Ganash

“…It is important to take advantage of substitutes that are less expensive and more efficient in energy production. Photovoltaic concentrators (CPVs) are effective methods through which solar energy can be maximized resulting in more conversion into electrical power. …”
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Development of a computer simulation model of a three-phase asynchronous electric drive using an adjustable transistor reducer by S. Yu. Eremochkin, A. A. Zhukov, D. V. Dorokhov

“…The values of similar quantities for the electric motor, which is powered by a phase-shifting capacitor, are determined. The dependences of the power factor and efficiency on the active power on the motor shaft are determined.Conclusion. …”
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Optimization of Gas-Liquid Sulfonation in Cross-Shaped Microchannels for α-Olefin Sulfonate Synthesis by Yao Li, Yingxin Mu, Muxuan Qin, Wei Zhang, Wenjin Zhou

“…A high-precision empirical model (coefficient of determination, <i>R</i>² = 0.9882) to predict product content was successfully constructed. …”
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The Control Technology of IGBT Half-bridge Resonant Inverter by 齐幸坤, 彭咏龙, 李亚斌

“…The optimization and improvement of this method are further made based on the original control theory, so as to realize fast and efficient tracking of the frequency. …”
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Maintenance Scheduling for Buildings Using Fuzzy Logic Application by I Nyoman Dita Pahang Putra, I Gede Susrama Mas Diyasa, Anak Agung Diah Parami Dewi, Bambang Trigunarsyah

“…The fuzzy logic method can be employed for construction project scheduling according to the schedule determined by the contractor. …”
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Effect of polymer structure and additives on silane grafting of polyethylene

“…Branchings, PDI, Mw, and MFI are all determining factors and should be considered in comparing the silane grafting efficiency between different grades of polyethylene. …”
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CALCULATION OF THE DRAINLESS OPERATION MODES OF TYPE «C» VESSEL CRYOGENIC TANKS by A. Yu. Baranov, L. V. Ivanov, A. M. Andreev

“…The article proposes a method for determining the optimal tank filling level to achieve a drainless operation mode. …”
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قياس كفاءة القطاع المصرفي العراقي الخاص 2011- باستخدام نموذج التحليل الحدودي العشوائي للمدة 2007 by وسام حسين علي العنيزي

“…Ali Al Aneizy Al_wesam_83@yahoo.com Abstract The research aims to measure the Iraqi private banking sector efficiency for the period 2007-2011, after the implementation of financial liberalization and banking procedures in Iraq and using the stochastic frontier analysis (SFA) method and determined efficient banks, in addition to determine banking sector efficiency in general, to achieve the goals of the research, we application SFA on 20 private Iraqi bank data for the period 2007 to 2011 by using two models : the pooled and random effects model using production function in bank sector, the results showed that Iraq Trade bank is the best bank, which achieved the highest percentage efficiency for investments and loans outputs and the Iraqi banking sector has achieved increasing efficiency ratios during the period 2007-2011 for investments and loans outputs'. …”
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A mathematical model for facility location in banking industry by Amir Ehsani, Abolfazl Danaei, Mohammad Hemmati

“…The method has been applied for four cities in province of Seman, Iran and using WinQSB, the efficient locations of the facilities for a private bank named Samen have been determined.…”
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行星变速器的模糊可靠性多目标优化设计 by 鲁成瑞, 张进生, 王志

“…An objective function for increasing the transmission efficiency and reliability of the planetary system and trying our best to reduce the weight is set up,through the linear weighted function method,the mathematical model of objective function is established.The weighting factors is determined by using the method of design variables normalization.Based on the fuzzy mathematics theory of reliability constraints and geometric constraint,the optimal design is carried out by using optimization toolbox in Matlab.To ensure the optimal parameter to meet the global optimal solution of objective function,stack calculation of the three local optimal solution are carried out.Through an example show that,by using multi-objective optimization method of fuzzy reliability design,the transfer efficiency and stability of the system are improved,the quality of the planet gear train is also reduced.…”
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Electrochemical-Based Extraction, Separation, and Purification of Coumarin Compounds from Trifolium chinensis by Yujie Zhu, Wenle Wang, Renyu Ruan, Jinquan Chen

“…On the basis of this method, according to the chemical properties of coumarin and the extraction rate of coumarin as an index, the two-phase solvent extraction method and macroporous adsorption resin method were used to separate and purify it, and the best separation was determined. …”
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Investigating the Influence of Precursor Concentration on the Photodegradation of Methylene Blue using Biosynthesized ZnO from Pometia pinnata Leaf Extracts by Ari Sulistyo Rini, Yolanda Rati, Seliana Putri, Rahmi Dewi

“…The photodegradation process was carried out under UV illumination. The efficiency of MB degradation was determined by measuring the decrease in MB concentration and by analyzing the optical absorption at 663 nm recorded by UV-Vis spectroscopy. …”
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Investigation of the substrate properties of fluorescently labeled pyrimidine triphosphates in recombinase polymerase amplification by A. S. Epifanov, V. E. Shershov, S. A. Surzhikov, A. V. Chudinov, S. A. Lapa

“…The following values of the substrate efficiency parameters were determined: amplification efficiency (kinetic indicator), normalized product yield, and embedding coefficient.Conclusions. …”
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