Suitability of Mechanics-Based and Optimized Machine Learning-Based Models in the Shear Strength Prediction of Slender Beams Without Stirrups by Abayomi B. David, Oladimeji B. Olalusi, Paul O. Awoyera, Lenganji Simwanda

“…Among the ML models, XGB and GBR demonstrated the highest predictive accuracy, with coefficients of determination (R²) of 0.974 and 0.966, respectively, indicating strong correlation with experimental data. …”
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Analyzing execution path non-determinism of the Linux kernel in different scenarios by Yucong Chen, Xianzhi Tang, Shuaixin Xu, Fangfang Zhu, Qingguo Zhou, Tien-Hsiung Weng

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Force-velocity-power variables derived from isometric and dynamic testing: metrics reliability and the relationship with jump performance by Amilton Vieira, Rafael Cunha, Carlos Gonçalves, Juliano Dal Pupo, James Tufano

“…The Pmax, derived from FVP, was correlated with jump performance, which might evidence the convergent validity of the method.…”
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Computing Lightning-Induced Voltages on Overhead Distribution Lines Using the RBF-FDTD Approach by Duc-Quang Vu, Nhat-Nam Nguyen, Tinh-Minh T. Le, Phan-Tu Vu

“…Simulation results for a typical 1-km, 110-kV line obtained using both the RBF-FDTD and conventional FDTD methods are compared against benchmark solutions from the Lightning-Induced Overvoltage (LIOV) software to validate accuracy and determine the optimal shape parameters for the RBFs. …”
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Determination of Substructure and Sub-ballast Layer Thickness of High-Speed Railway by Tran Anh DUNG, Pham Van KY, Le Hai HA

“…Using analytical methods, calculations were performed to determine optimal trackbed thickness. …”
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Simultaneous Determination of Candesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide in Human Plasma by HPLC-MS/MS by P. K. Karnakova, T. N. Komarov, O. A. Archakova, D. S. Shchelgacheva, A. A. Aleshina, N. S. Bagaeva, P. A. Karpova, I. E. Shohin

“…The aim of this study is to develop a method for quantitative determination of candesartan and hydrochlorothiazide in human plasma by high-performance liquid chromatography – tandem mass spectrometry (HPLC-MS/MS) for further bioequivalence studies.Materials and methods. …”
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Determination of S-genotypes of 13 Chinese pear cultivars based on sequence analysis by ZHANG Lin, TAN Xiao-feng, YUAN De-yi, LI Xiu-gen, LIANG Wen-jie

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Performance evaluation of key energy-saving technologies in public institutions based on heat pump system in cold regions by Xin Liu, Xin Lai, Kailiang Huang, Hua Li, Guohui Feng, Zixiang Zhao, Shuai Hao

“…Research on the application of key energy-saving technologies in public institutions is an effective method to improve building energy efficiency and reduce energy wastage. …”
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Modeling and Performance Analysis of Variable Cycle Engine with Ceramic Matrix Composite Turbine Blades by Baokuo Li, Sheng Huang, Huaixu Yan, Xiaobo Zhang, Kun Du, Zhanxue Wang

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Design and Experiment of a Vertical Cotton Stalk Crushing and Returning Machine with Large and Small Dual-Blade Discs by Xiaohu Guo, Bin Li, Yang Liu, Shiguo Wang, Zhong Tang, Yuncheng Dong, Xiangxin Liu

“…The machine employs a differentiated configuration of large and small blade discs corresponding to four and two rows of cotton stalks, respectively, effectively reducing tool workload while significantly improving operational efficiency. A simulation model of the crushing and returning machine was developed using the discrete element method (DEM), and a flexible cotton stalk model was established to systematically investigate the effects of machine forward speed, crushing blade rotational speed, and knife tip-to-ground clearance on operational performance. …”
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Designing streets for people: a multicriteria decision-making study by Luiz Fernando Kowalski, Érico Masiero, António Manuel Saraiva Lopes, Marcos dos Santos, Carlos Francisco Simões Gomes, Dragiša Stanujkić

“…Conversely, AHP-Gaussian incorporates a sensitivity feature that lets decision-makers assign weights based on statistical analysis. Despite each method's limitations, both are suitable for urban projects, estimating decisions based on multiple technical aspects, thereby promoting more integrated and efficient choices.…”
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Health system determinants of access to essential medicines for children with cancer in Ghana by Avram Denburg, Sumit Gupta, Rhonda Boateng, Lorna Renner, Kadia Petricca

“…Background Evidence of the context-specific challenges related to childhood cancer drug (CCD) access is vital to improving outcomes for children with cancer in low- and middle-income countries, such as Ghana. We sought to determine the availability and cost of essential CCD in Ghana and identify the underlying determinants of access.Methods Our study integrated quantitative data on drug prices and availability with qualitative insights into health system and sociopolitical determinants of CCD access in Ghana. …”
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Determination and ecological risk assessment of phthalic acid esters in marine sediments by HU Hongmei, LI Tiejun, ZHANG Lu, HAO Qing, SUN Xiumei, JIN Yanjian, YING Zhongzhen, GUO Yuanming

“…We proposed a new method for the determination of 16 phthalic acid esters (PAEs) in marine sediments using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) combined with ultrasonic extraction and dispersive solid phase extraction cleanup. …”
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An indirect competitive ELISA for determination of guanidine acetic acid in animal feed by Xingdong Yang, Lili Li, Yang Qu, Lihua Wu, Chenchen Wang, Beibei He, Zhenchun Zang, Xiaofei Hu

“…The indirect competitive ELISA method developed in this study was able to fulfil the requirements for the determination of GAA r esidues in animal feed.…”
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Quantitative Determination of Fluoroquinolones in Contaminated Soils by HPLC with Solid-Phase Extraction by bashar hussin qassim

“…The relative standard deviation (RSD) from intra-day and inter-day precision was lower than 7%, and the detection (LOD) and quantification (LOQ) limits ranged from 0.9 – 2.7ng g-1.Finally, the proposed method was applied to determine the target compounds in real soil samples irrigated with wastewater. …”
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Simultaneous Determination of Lead and cadmium in Environmental Samples Using Zinc-diethyldithiocarbamates by Bashar Qasim

“…In this study, a simple, rapid and selective spectrophotometric method with solid phase extraction method has been described for the simultaneous determination of lead (Pb) and cadmium (Cd) in environmental samples using a freshly precipitated zinc-diethyldithiocarbamate (Zn-(DDTC)2) as a reagent. …”
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Uncertainty analysis of initial orbit determination in the minimum radar admissible region by Yasheng Zhang, Jinyan Xue, Xuefeng Tao, Shuailong Zhao

“…The MRAR can contain the real orbit state with a probability greater than 99.7%; the weight coefficients of each sampling point in the MRAR are calculated by using the Bayesian formula, and the probability density function of the IOD is obtained by using the weighted kernel density estimation method. …”
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Green RP-HPLC method for simultaneous quantification of epigallocatechin-3-gallate and rosmarinic acid in lipid-based nanocarriers and biological fluids: Quality by design-driven o... by Rahul Koli, V.S. Mannur

“…Linearity was observed over a concentration range of 2 to 10 µg/mL for both EGCG and RA, yielding correlation coefficients of 0.998 and 0.999, respectively. The LOD and LOQ were determined to be 0.51 µg/mL and 1.54 µg/mL for EGCG, and 0.35 µg/mL and 1.07 µg/mL for RA. …”
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A grid-based sectoring for energy-efficient wireless sensor networks by Nubunga Ishaya, Mustapha Aminu Bagiwa

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The simultaneous determination of lycopene and β-carotene in fruit vegetables and plasma by HPLC by LI Xiang-rong, FANG Xiao, CHEN Qing-jun, HUANG Bai-fen

“…To establish a rapid determination method of lycopene and β-carotene in fruit vegetables and plasma, different pretreatments were used for different samples. …”
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