An adaptive k-means clustering algorithm based on grid and domain centroid weights for digital twins in the context of digital transformation by Wei Cai, Fei Yang, Bo Yao, Chuanxian Li, Guangyu Sun

“…The algorithm automatically determines the optimal number of clusters k and initial centroids. …”
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Optimization of Truck Platoon Size in Freeway Diverging Areas Based on Comprehensive Performance Evaluation by Zhifa Yang, Zongyao Li, Zhuo Yu, Wencai Sun, Jingjing Tian

“…Therefore, to balance the benefits between truck platoons and small vehicles, a comprehensive evaluation model was established, considering traffic efficiency, safety, and fuel economy. The analytic hierarchy process (AHP) method was employed to determine the importance of each indicator, resulting in a composite score. …”
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Development and Comparison of Interrupt-Based and Analog-to-Digital Converter Algorithms for Seed Counting in Precision Planters by A. Ghaffarnezhad, H. Navid, H. Karimi

“…Each research initiative aims to address specific challenges associated with these sensors, with the overarching goal of facilitating effective commercialization, optimizing resource use, and minimizing waste.Materials and MethodsTwo distinct algorithms, utilizing analog-to-digital converter and interrupt-based methodologies, were meticulously developed and thoroughly evaluated to determine the more effective method for monitoring. …”
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Workplace Incivility and Job Alienation: Analyzing the Mediating Role of Social Capital and the Moderating Role of Psychological Capital by Fariborz Fathi Chegeni, Mostafa OmidNezhad

“…This sample was selected using a stratified random sampling method. To measure workplace incivility, we utilized the Blau & Andersson (2005) questionnaire, which comprised 7 items. …”
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Floristic zoning of high-mountain landscapes of the Central and North-Eastern Caucasus by M A. Astamirova, M. A. Taysumov, A. S. Abdurzakova, R. S. Magomadova, F. S. Omarkhadzhieva

“…To carry out floristic zoning of high-mountain landscapes of the Central and North-Eastern Caucasus.Material and Methods. A list of obligate petrophytes was compiled based on the results of processing the authors' own field collections and taking into account information from floristic reports and determinants. …”
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Re-use of Building Products in the Netherlands by Loriane Icibaci

“…Although the challenges to develop methods to efficiently process (remanufacture, resize, recondition) used components into new products while securing quality standards, safety requirements and economic viability exist; cascading reuse can help to overcome barriers related to public perception and consumption of used products. …”
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Synthesis, physicochemical properties and antimicrobial activity of a di-aminopropionic acid hydrogen tri-iodide coordination compound by Seitzhan Turganbay, Sabina Kenesheva, Аrdak Jumagaziyeva, Alexandr Ilin, Dana Askarova, Amir Azembayev, Assel Kurmanaliyeva

“…In vitro antimicrobial activity evaluation was performed using two-fold serial dilution method. The obtained results demonstrated efficiency against both gram-positive (Staphylococcus aureus) and gram-negative (Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Acinetobacter baumannii) bacteria including MDR strains that cause infectious disease. …”
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Stagnation and Pseudo‐Stagnation Lines for Separating 3D Groundwater Flow Systems in Tóthian Basins by Zhi‐Yuan Zhang, Xiao‐Wei Jiang, Peng‐Yu Zhou, Okke Batelaan, Xu‐Sheng Wang, Peng‐Fei Han, Li Wan

“…In this study, we first derive a transient solution for 3D Tóthian basin flow under spatially undulating and periodically changing water table and examine the occurrence of stagnation points or pseudo‐stagnation points, which constitute stagnation lines or pseudo‐stagnation lines in the 3D domain. Then, we propose a method of delineating 3D groundwater flow systems using stagnation or pseudo‐stagnation lines for the first time, and successfully apply it to 3D synthetic basins with either steady‐state or transient groundwater flow.  …”
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Initial Goal Allocation for Multi-agent Systems by Khanh Tra Nguyen Tran, Jonathan Young, Sravya Kondrakunta

“…We introduce two algorithms whenthe goals are structured in a hierarchical goal tree structure,and then test their efficiency across a variety of baseline al-location methods. …”
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Application of Artificial Neural Networks and Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference Systems to Predict Activated Carbon Properties for Methane Storage by Ali Ahmadpour, Neda Jahanshahi, Sajjad Rashidi, Naser Chenarani, Mohammad Jaber Darabi Mahboub

“…The obtained results from these two models are found to be satisfactory. The coefficients of determination for these models were 0.982 and 0.984, respectively. …”
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Resource Allocation in User-Centric Cell-Free Massive MIMO URLLC Systems With Network Slicing by Han Lu, Weiwei Xia, Weiwei Miao, Mingxuan Zhang, Feng Yan, Lianfeng Shen

“…For the resource allocation problem, a successive rate lower bound maximization algorithm is employed to obtain the convex lower bound of the data rate under short packet transmission, and the successive convex approximation (SCA) method is used to determine the optimal bandwidth and frequency allocation. …”
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Effects of Different Inhibitors on the Corrosion Mitigation of Steel Rebar Immersed in NaCl-Contaminated Concrete Pore Solution by Sang-Ho Min, Han-Seung Lee, Jitendra Kumar Singh

“…Therefore, it needs a proper corrosion mitigation method. Various types of corrosion inhibitors are used to mitigate the corrosion of steel rebar in chloride-contaminated concrete; however, selecting the appropriate inhibitor and determining its optimal concentration remains a concern. …”
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The Process of Separating Bovine Serum Albumin Using Hydroxyapatite and Active Babassu Coal (Orbignya martiana) by Márcia Regina Ribeiro Alves, Abraham Damian Giraldo Zuñiga, Rita de Cássia Superbi Sousa, Carmelita Zacchi Scolforo

“…For isotherms, equilibrium data studies were carried out using the Langmuir and Freundlich models, in addition to determining the efficiency of adsorptive process. The results of the zeta potential showed loads ranging from +6.9 to −42.8 mV. …”
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Feasibility of Mental Health Triage Call Priority Prediction Using Machine Learning by Rajib Rana, Niall Higgins, Kazi Nazmul Haque, Kylie Burke, Kathryn Turner, Terry Stedman

“…Background: Optimum efficiency and responsiveness to callers of mental health helplines can only be achieved if call priority is accurately identified. …”
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Smart Energy Strategy for AC Microgrids to Enhance Economic Performance in Grid-Connected and Standalone Operations: A Gray Wolf Optimizer Approach by Sebastian Lobos-Cornejo, Luis Fernando Grisales-Noreña, Fabio Andrade, Oscar Danilo Montoya, Daniel Sanin-Villa

“…To assess performance, 100 independent runs per method were conducted, comparing GWO against particle swarm optimization (PSO) and genetic algorithms (GAs). …”
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Awarding Performance-Based Bonuses to Top Managers of Russian State-Owned Companies by R. V. Gubarev, E. I. Dzyuba, F. S. Fayzullin

“…The issue-related methodology is elaborated and implemented in several successive stages: 1) the particular indicators system formation characterizing the corporate performance in an integrated fashion; 2) the normalization of such indicators values; 3) calculation of the integrating corporate efficiency indicator (quantitative evaluation); 4) qualitative evaluation of managerial effectiveness; 5) elaboration of a progressive scale: integrating corporate efficiency indicator - the level of awarding bonuses to the company top managers and 6) determination of the bonus level for the management (board) of the company. …”
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Adaptive Stochastic Approach for Evaluating Service Level Using a (SIM-ESL) Module Developed for Optimizing Product Availability and Order Accuracy by Aufy Samah A., Jabbar Rasha, Shiaa Waad Q.

“…While, Taguchi method used to optimize and determine relative magnitude of the effect of various factors and their interactive. …”
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Quality of Life, Self-Esteem, and Stress among First-Semester Student Nurses in Indonesia: A Cross-Sectional Study by Maria Komariah BSN, RN, MHSc, PhD, Theresia Eriyani BSN, RN, MHL, Laili Rahayuwati BSc, MS, PhD, Hana Rizmadewi Agustina BSN, RN, MN, PhD, Furkon Nurhakim BSN, RN, MM, Irman Somantri BSN, RN, MNM, Shurouq Ghalib Qadous BSN, RN, MNS, PhD, Aurawan Janmanee BSN, RN, MNS, PhD, Nina Gartika BSN, RN, MNS

“…Methods In total, 300 nursing students were recruited to participate in a quantitative descriptive cross-sectional mental health survey to determine the quality of life, self-esteem, and stress levels of first-semester students across multiple nursing education centers. …”
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A Comprehensive Review of Crop Chlorophyll Mapping Using Remote Sensing Approaches: Achievements, Limitations, and Future Perspectives by Xuan Li, Bingxue Zhu, Sijia Li, Lushi Liu, Kaishan Song, Jiping Liu

“…., 530 nm, 670 nm, and 705 nm) provide high prediction accuracy. Machine learning methods, such as random forest and support vector regression, exhibit excellent performance, with determination coefficients (R²) typically exceeding 0.9, although overfitting remains an issue. …”
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Precise design, preparation, and biomechanical evaluation of customized additively manufactured Ti6Al4V porous fusion cage by Hongwei Wang, Yi Wan, Fanchen Meng, Geng Zhao, Xinyu Liu, Shuai Zhang, Weidong Su

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