From nozzle-flapper to complex valves: Design based on flow characteristics by Ramon Francesconi, Fabrizio Stefani, Diego Bassani, Giovanni Ballerini, Massimo Schiavone

“…A method is introduced to compute flow and discharge coefficients, which are crucial for optimizing the efficiency and performance of valves operating under high-speed and high-pressure conditions. …”
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Enhanced Homomorphic Encryption for Cloud Security Through Individual Optimization by Radha Marepalli, Sunitha Vanamala, Manoj Kumar Konda, Venkata Rama Lakshmi Gundala, Prasanthi B.

“…When compared to the homomorphic encryption that is currently being used, this is a significant difference.…”
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Solar-assisted radiant heating system with nano-B4C enhanced PCM for nearly zero energy buildings by Muhammed Gür, Ezgi Gürgenç, Hakan Coşanay, Hakan F. Öztop

“…However, the comparison between NEPCM and pure PCM with halved thickness shows a minimal temperature difference of 0.62 K, indicating a slight improvement due to nanoparticle inclusion. …”
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Layer-by-layer assembled film can serve as an enhanced reaction environment for Diels–Alder reaction by Nanami Fujisawa, Nanami Fujisawa, Mitsuhiro Ebara, Mitsuhiro Ebara, Mitsuhiro Ebara

“…Herein, we investigated the effects of polarity difference on DA using Layer-by-Layer (LbL) films comprising polycationic polyallylamine hydrochloride and polyanionic poly (styrenesulfonic acid-co-furfuryl methacrylate) [poly (SS-co-FMA)] as the reaction environment. …”
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XSQ-Learning: Adaptive Similarity Thresholds for Accelerated and Stable Q-Learning by Ansel Y. Rodríguez González, Roberto E. López Díaz, Shender M. Ávila Sansores, María G. Sánchez Cervantes

“…These results show that similarity-based value propagation can significantly enhance RL efficiency without compromising learning reliability.…”
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Intelligent diagnosis of gearbox in data heterogeneous environments based on federated supervised contrastive learning framework by Ruoyang Bai, Hongwei Wang, Wenlei Sun, Li He, Yuxin Shi, Qingang Xu, Yunhang Wang, Xicong Chen

“…Experiments on two gearbox datasets demonstrate that the FSCL framework effectively resolves the issues of data insufficiency and heterogeneity, providing a novel approach for intelligent maintenance of industrial equipment that optimizes both data efficiency and privacy protection.…”
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Enhanced speed control of pipeline pigs with adjustable bypass using quantitative feedback theory and cascade PID algorithm by Xiaoxiao Zhu, Haokun Wang, Yichen Zhang, Shimin Zhang

“…In response to this challenge, adjustments are made to the flow rate through the pig body, thereby modifying the pressure difference and achieving a targeted speed range of 1 to 3 m/s. …”
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Results of the development of the technology of light-weight concrete based on diatomite rocks and instrument study of its thermal conductivity by A. A. Sinitsin, O. V. Soloveva, I. G. Akhmetova, Y. V. Vankov, L. V. Zakrevskaya, M. S. Ananiev, R. Z. Shakurova

“…One of the directions of energy saving and energy efficiency improvement is the reduction of consumption of fuel and energy resources. …”
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A Machine Learning Method for the Fast Simulation of the Scattering Characteristics of a Target Under a Planar Layered Medium by Zhaoyu Wang, Qinghe Zhang, Zhaoyang Shen, Lei Zhang, Han Liu

“…The numerical results demonstrate that, compared with traditional machine learning methods, the cyclic nested machine learning network architecture offers higher prediction accuracy and learning efficiency, validating the effectiveness of the proposed method.…”
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Multi-objective Optimization of the Bionic Blade in the Multi-blade Centrifugal Fan for Electric Vehicles Application Based on an Orthogonal Test by J. Tang, J. Xu, B. Huang, J. Wang, L. Xu, X. Chen

“…The frequency bandwidth of the main noise source is between 1,250 and 1,600 Hz, showing a considerable difference between the two models.…”
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Effectiveness of a case management model in newly treated smear-positive pulmonary tuberculosis patients by YanLing Li, Ying Wang, GaiJing Wang, YiLin Wang, YanQing Tian, SiWei Zhu, Jiao Chen, LiLi Diao

“…Conclusions: The case management mode can improve the knowledge, attitude, and practice level; sputum-negative conversion rate; and imaging efficiency of newly treated smear-positive pulmonary tuberculosis patients. …”
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Investigating the combinations of operating parameters of PEMFC computational results using the Taguchi Method by Prem Kumar Thiyagarajan, Nithesh Kumble Gokuldas, Srinivasa G, Avinash Kumar Rajendran, Kavin Selvan Saravanakumar, Mohanaharish Vasudevan, Mohith Kannan, C. Durga Prasad, Adem Abdirkadir Aden

“…Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFC) is considered a promising energy source due to higher energy efficiency, low pollution, fast startup time, and low operating temperature. …”
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Differential chemoreactome analysis of synergistic combinations of tolperisone and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs by I. Yu. Torshin, O. A. Gromova, L. V. Stakhovskaya, V. A. Semenov, A. N. Gromov

“…The results of this study will help adequately choose combinations of muscle relaxants and NSAIDs in patients with muscle hypertonia, which will be able to improve the efficiency and safety of treatment.…”
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Ultrahigh thermoelectricity obtained in classical BiSbTe alloy processed under super-gravity by Min Zhou, Haojian Su, Jun Pei, Li Wang, Hualu Zhuang, Jing-Feng Li, Kun Song, Haoyang Hu, Jun Jiang, Qinghua Zhang, Jiangtao Li, Laifeng Li

“…The strong enhancement of thermoelectric properties was validated in a thermoelectric module with high conversion efficiency of 6.4% and corresponding output power density of 0.34 W/cm2 when subjected to a temperature difference of 185 K. …”
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Exoplanet Classification Through Vision Transformers with Temporal Image Analysis by Anupma Choudhary, Sohith Bandari, B. S. Kushvah, C. Swastik

“…Traditional methods demand substantial effort, time, and cost, highlighting the need for advanced machine learning techniques to enhance classification efficiency. In this study, we propose a methodology that transforms raw light curve data from NASA’s Kepler mission into Gramian angular fields (GAFs) and recurrence plots (RPs) using the Gramian angular difference field and RP techniques. …”
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Comparative Analysis of Pretreatment Methods for Processing Bulk Flax and Hemp Oilseeds Under Uniaxial Compression by Abraham Kabutey, Sonia Habtamu Kibret, Asmerom Woldemichael Kiros, Meseret Abraham Afework, Michael Onwuka, Akshay Raj

“…Tukey’s significance test showed that the means of oil yield and energy of bulk flax and hemp oilseeds under the oven and vacuum pretreatments revealed no significant difference implying that both pretreatment methods can initiate the same heat treatment effect on oil extraction efficiency with the corresponding energy requirement.…”
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Detecting copper-based fungicides in vineyards by means of hyperspectral imagery by Ramón Sánchez, Carlos Rad, Carlos Cambra, Rocío Barros, Álvaro Herrero

“…The use of spectral images in vineyards is a tool that can help in the correct application of fungicides to improve their efficiency and effectiveness. To do that, a solution is required to identify the copper deposited on the vine leaf. …”
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A New Customized Measurement System for a Non-Contact, Enhanced Thermometric Method by Luca Evangelisti, Edoardo De Cristo, Salvatore Monteleone, Claudia Guattari, Paola Gori, Ivan Pini, Tullio de Rubeis, Dario Ambrosini

“…The results showed good agreement between the proposed method and the reference data. Small differences were observed between the values measured by the air temperature sensors (0.10 °C on average), as well as by the contact and non-contact surface temperature sensors (0.12 °C on average). …”
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Development of a Multiplex TaqMan Assay for Rapid Detection of Groundnut Bud Necrosis Virus: A Quarantine Pathogen in the USA by Anushi Suwaneththiya Deraniyagala, Avijit Roy, Shyam Tallury, Hari Kishan Sudini, Albert K. Culbreath, Sudeep Bag

“…Moreover, there was no significant difference in sensitivity between multiplex and singleplex assays, ensuring reliable detection across various plant tissues. …”
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Preclinical evaluation of polymer encapsulated carbon-based nano and microparticles for sentinel lymph node tattooing by Marta Baselga, Antonio Güemes, Manuel Arruebo, Cristina Yus, Teresa Alejo, Víctor Sebastián, Gema Martínez, Dolores Arribas, Gracia Mendoza, Concepción Junquera, Eva Monleón

“…This strategy substantially improves tattooing efficiency over single carbon suspensions currently used in clinical studies. …”
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