Corrosion inhibition effects of eco-friendly clarithromycin molecules on aluminium in hydrochloric acid solution via experimental, theoretical and optimization approach by O.D. Onukwuli, I.A. Nnanwube, F.O. Ochili, M. Omotioma, J.I. Obibuenyi

“…Corrosion inhibition effect of expired clarithromycin on aluminium in 1 M HCl was examined with weight loss, electrochemical, theoretical and optimization methods. Characterization of the inhibitor was executed with gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GC–MS) and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, while optimization of the process was executed with response surface methodology (RSM). …”
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An Iterative Method for the Least-Squares Problems of a General Matrix Equation Subjects to Submatrix Constraints by Li-fang Dai, Mao-lin Liang, Yong-hong Shen

“…The given numerical examples illustrate the efficiency of this algorithm.…”
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A new method for surge arrester placement in high‐voltage substations considering environmental effects by Faridoddin Safaei, Mohsen Niasati

“…Simulations of the sample network and implementation of the proposed algorithm with MATLAB and EMTP‐RV prove the efficiency of the proposed method for optimum SA placement.…”
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The adverse effects of metabolic disorder on left ventricular myocardial mechano-energetic efficiency and dysfunction in ischemic cardiomyopathy: insight from a cardiac MRI study by Li Jiang, Yuan Li, Xue-Ming Li, Ke Shi, Han Fang, Wei‑Feng Yan, Ying‑Kun Guo, Hua‑Yan Xu, Zhi-Gang Yang

“…However, in patients who have already experienced myocardial ischemia/infarction, whether and in what pattern the MetF act on the heart needs to be further elucidated. This study aims to determine the adverse effects of MetF on left ventricular (LV) indexed myocardial mechano-energetic efficiency (MEEi) and dysfunction in patients with ICM, and further clarify which MetF classification is more clinically significant. …”
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A Novel MPE-LPP-ELM Recognition Method for the Fault Diagnosis of Spiral Bevel Gears by Jiang Lingli, Tan Hongchuang, Li Xuejun, Yang Dalian

“…It was determined in this study that the results confirmed the accuracy and superiority of the proposed method.…”
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A lossless compression method incorporating sensor fault detection for underwater acoustic sensor array by Yong Guk Kim, Kwang Myung Jeon, YoungShin Kim, Chang-Ho Choi, Hong Kook Kim

“…This article proposes an efficient lossless compression method for an underwater acoustic sensor array. …”
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Investigation of directly suspended droplet micro extraction method for extraction of trihalomethane and halomethane in water samples by Seyed Kamal Rajabi, Ahmad Nikserasht

“…Simple and efficient directly suspended droplet micro extraction (DSDME) in conjunction with gas chromatography-electron capture detector (GC-ECD) has been developed for extraction and determination of Halomethane and Trihalomethane from water samples. …”
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Designing the optimal number of active branches in a multi-branch buck-boost converter by I. Kovacova, D. Kovac

“…The novelty of the proposed work consists in the development of a precise method for determining the optimal number of branches in a multi-branch buck-boost converter for a specified output power. …”
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Treatment efficiency and quality improvement via double imaging modality (DIM) versus single imaging modality (SIM) image-guided radiotherapy for prostate cancer by Milad Mirzaei, Suki Gill, Mahsheed Sabet, Martin A. Ebert, Pejman Rowshanfarzad, Jake Kendrick, Angela Jacques, Clare Herbert, Jeremy Croker, Sean Bydder, Joshua Dass, Edward Bailey, Rohen White, Catherine Moffat, Colin Tang, Adriano Polpo, Nicholas Bucknell

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Exponential Response Matrix Spectral Nodal Method for the Discrete Ordinates Neutral Particle Transport Model by Iram B. Rivas-Ortiz, Dany Sanchez-Dominguez, Susana Marrero Iglesias, Paulo Eduardo Ambrósio

“…The formulation includes a lambda parameter possible determined by the medium characteristics, e.g., the scattering ratio coefficient and/or empirical methods. …”
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Optimal Allocation Method of Integrated Energy System Considering Joint Operation of Multiple Flexible Resources by DENG Qianwen, LI Qi, QIU Yibin, LI Doumeng, HUO Shasha, CHEN Weirong

“…To address this and build a safe, efficient, low-carbon, and clean energy system, an integrated energy system (IES) optimization allocation method is proposed considering the joint operation of multiple flexibility resources. …”
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Prediction of Flexural Ultimate Capacity for Reinforced UHPC Beams Using Ensemble Learning and SHAP Method by Zhe Zhang, Xuemei Zhou, Ping Zhu, Zhaochao Li, Yichuan Wang

“…Finally, a Shapley additive explanations (SHAP) method is employed to interpret several EL models, thereby substantiating their reliability and determining the extent of influence exerted by each feature on the prediction results. …”
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ELECTROMYOGRAPHY AS A METHOD FOR ASSESSING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ORTHOPEDIC TREATMENT OF PATHOLOGICAL ABRASION OF HARD TISSUES OF TEETH by G.M. Balia, I.M. Tkachenko, D.M. Korol, V.M. Dvornyk

“…The EMG data of the research groups before treatment showed a different degree of the rhythm of chewing movements, a clear alternation of the phases of activity and rest, uneven inclusion of motor units in the contraction process compared to healthy patients, the habitual side of chewing was determined, as a result of which an extension of chewing time, a decrease in its rhythm and chewing efficiency. …”
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High-Precision Dynamics Characteristic Modeling Method Research considering the Influence Factors of Hydropneumatic Suspension by Wenguang Wu, Hongliang Tang, Sha Zhang, Lin Hu, Fanhao Zhang

“…The proposed modeling method of the HPS nonlinear characteristics is highly efficient, accurate, and faster than traditional methods.…”
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Analysis of influential factors on temperature field in the construction of concrete warm shed method for pile cap by Zhe Zhang, Quansheng Sun, XiaoQian Li, Lin Wang, Yangxuan Gao, Zhengyi Liu, Yancheng Liu

“…Abstract In order to enhance the curing efficiency of the heating shed method, this study employs field testing and numerical simulation techniques. …”
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Collaborative optimization of the Mathews stability graph method and numerical simulation for the limit exposure area in stope by Chunlin You, Jianhua Hu, Jianing Li, Jiwei Zhang, Zhonghua Qi

“…Abstract Significant hanging wall exposure in stopes of underground iron mines with inclined orebodies affects mine safety and efficiency. An extended Mathews stability graph method, combined with numerical simulations, was employed to evaluate stope stability. …”
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Reaction rate constant of phosphate esters with hydroxyl radicals investigated using fluorescence probe method by YANG Yunjia, WU Yiqian, PENG Jing, ZHAI Maolin, LI Jiuqiang

“…This study provides a simple, convenient and efficient method for investigating the reactions between extractants and •OH.…”
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Assessing the Reliability of D-Dimer Measurement in EDTA Plasma: A Comparison to the Established Citrate Method by Daniel Pfingst, Adriana Méndez, Peter Neyer, Henning Nilius, Nicole Schaub, Patricia Keusch, Michael Nagler, Angelika Hammerer-Lercher

“…<b>Background:</b> D-dimer determined in citrated plasma is a well-established and efficient biomarker, particularly for ruling out venous thromboembolism. …”
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A Multimodal Point Cloud-Based Method for Tumor Localization in Robotic Ultrasound-Guided Radiotherapy by Lintao Song MS, Qixuan Li MS, Zhang Sai MS, Kangkang Sun MS, Wei Chen MS, Heng Zhang MS, Yibo Wang PhD, Zhuqing Jiao PhD, Xinye Ni PhD

“…Methods The tumor position was determined using the CT point cloud, and the red green blue depth (RGBD) point cloud was used to determine body surface scanning location corresponding to the tumor location. …”
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Size-dependent heat conduction of thermal cellular structures: A surface-enriched multiscale method by Xiaofeng Xu, Junfeng Li, Xuanhao Wu, Ling Ling, Li Li

“…The surface-enriched multiscale method offers higher accuracy compared with the classical multiscale method and superior efficiency over high-fidelity finite element methods.…”
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