Compression Damage Precursors of Silane-Protected Concrete Under Sulfate Erosion Based on Acoustic Emission Characterization by Wanmao Zhang, Dunwen Liu, Yu Tang, Yinghua Jian

“…Concrete materials exposed to sulfate-rich geological environments are prone to structural durability degradation due to chemical erosion. Silane-based protective materials can enhance the durability of concrete structures under harsh environmental conditions. …”
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Ten questions concerning challenges in preserving the materiality and memory of WWII heritage sites: the case study of Trondheim (Norway) by Giulia Boccacci, Kristoffer Eliassen Grini, Francesca Frasca, Jon Olav Hove, Ozge Ogut, Chiara Bertolin, Anna Maria Siani

“…Structures such as military installations and bunkers hold significant cultural and historical value, yet their conservation involves facing a range of complexities between varying public perceptions, historical narratives, modern reuses, and physical durability. This study presents ten interconnected research questions designed to build a framework for understanding the various connections needed to address these complexities. …”
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Evaluating the Efficacy of Music-Based Therapy in Children and Adolescents with Physical and Mental Health Challenges: A Systematic Review by Yiwei X

“…Adhering to the PRISMA framework, the study employed strict selection criteria to maintain methodological rigor and relevance. …”
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Optimizing outcomes in oral carcinoma with prosthesis intervention by N. Gopi Chander, M. Senthil Murugan

“…As healing progressed, the patient transitioned to a definitive cast partial denture obturator, featuring a cobalt-chromium alloy framework for enhanced durability and stability. The prosthesis was designed with a complete palate major connector, mesh-type denture base, and carefully positioned rest seats and retainers to ensure optimal function, aesthetics, and long-term structural support.Regular follow-ups demonstrated significant improvements in oral functions, psychological well-being, and overall quality of life. …”
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Guest Editor: G. Castaman GENE THERAPY FOR HEMOPHILIA: FACTS AND QUANDARIES IN THE 21ST CENTURY by Bhavya S Doshi, Valder R Arruda, Valder R Arruda

“…Along this same timeline, research in adeno-associated virus (AAV) based gene therapy vectors has provided the framework for successful early phase clinical trials initially for hemophilia B (HB) and now for hemophilia A. …”
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Model Reduction and Chattering Mitigation in Multi-Model Predictive Control for Quadrotor UAVs by Ghulam E. Mustafa Abro, Sufyan Ali Memon, Saddaf Rubab, Kaznah Alshammari, Faheem Khan

“…This seamless switching technique diminishes high-frequency noise in brushless DC motor operation, minimises peak overshoot, and mitigates actuator wear, thereby enhancing system stability and durability. Comparative assessments indicate that the suggested MMPC framework attains NMPC-equivalent performance while incurring LMPC-level computational expenses, exceeding the efficacy of conventional incremental nonlinear dynamic inversion, sliding mode control, and traditional NMPC and LMPC methodologies. …”
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Numerical and experimental investigation of an Inertial Tilting hybrid wave energy converter for powering small-scale marine systems by Chongfei Sun, Huaiyu Teng, Xiaoyan Ma, Hailong Chen, Liming Sun, Cun Shao, Fei Cao, Hengxu Liu

“…A comprehensive design and optimization framework was developed for this energy converter. …”
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Numerical study on the influence of material heterogeneity on mode III crack propagation using a phase-field model by Alfat S., Eso R., Barata L. O. A., Rianse M. S.

“…The phase-field method offers a powerful computational framework for simulating crack initiation, propagation, and branching without explicitly tracking the crack surface. …”
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Modified zeolite in a sustainable, circular economy-based process for enhanced ammonium recovery from wastewater by Dipshika Das, Sukalyan Sengupta

“…HATCH exhibits strong durability, maintaining its efficiency across multiple exhaustion-regeneration cycles.…”
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Evaluation of Housing Quality Indicators Using Analytic Network Process (ANP) by hossein mobarra, Mahsa Faramarzi Asli

“…Housing is a crucial domain for testing human interactions and serves as a physical framework where social, cultural, and economic resources intertwine. …”
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Multiscale Evaluation System for Cold Patch Asphalt Mixtures: Integrating Macro-Performance Tests and Meso-Structural CT Analysis by Wenbin Xie, Li Li, Runzhi Yang

“…This study develops a comprehensive evaluation framework combining macro-performance tests with X-ray computed tomography (CT)-based meso-structural analysis. …”
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Application of Fully Connected Neural Network-Based PyTorch in Concrete Compressive Strength Prediction by Xuwei Dong, Yang Liu, Jinpeng Dai

“…In this study, a fully connected neural network model is developed using the PyTorch framework to predict the compressive strength of concrete and compared with six other machine learning models. …”
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Sustainability and innovation in 3D printing: Outlook and trends by Muhammad Ali Saqib, Muhammad Sohail Abbas, Hiroyuki Tanaka

“…The convergence of additive manufacturing (AM), sustainability, and innovation holds significant importance within the framework of Industry 4.0. This article examines the environmentally friendly and sustainable aspects of AM, more commonly referred to as 3D printing, a cutting-edge technology. …”
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Inspection Data-Driven Machine Learning Models for Predicting the Remaining Service Life of Deteriorating Bridge Decks by Gitae Roh, Changsu Shim, Hyunhye Song

“…Additionally, a regression-based approach was proposed to estimate the remaining service life of the bridge deck for each corrosion phase, thereby providing a quantitative framework for durability assessment and maintenance planning.…”
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MDO of Robotic Landing Gear Systems: A Hybrid Belt-Driven Compliant Mechanism for VTOL Drones Application by Masoud Kabganian, Seyed M. Hashemi

“…Therefore, the design optimization of robotic landing gear for enhanced VTOL capabilities requires a multidisciplinary framework that integrates static analysis, dynamic simulation, and control strategies for operations on complex terrain. …”
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Fermented Dairy Products as Precision Modulators of Gut Microbiota and Host Health: Mechanistic Insights, Clinical Evidence, and Future Directions by Yuan Gao, Yanyan Liu, Tingting Ma, Qimeng Liang, Junqi Sun, Xiaomeng Wu, Yinglong Song, Hui Nie, Jun Huang, Guangqing Mu

“…Despite promising short-term outcomes, current studies are limited by heterogeneous designs and brief intervention periods, underscoring the need for long-term, adaptive trials and integrative multi-omics to establish durability and causality. Looking forward, precision nutrition frameworks that harness baseline microbiota profiling, host genetics, and data-driven fermentation design will enable bespoke fermented dairy formulations, transforming these traditional foods into next-generation functional matrices for targeted prevention and management of metabolic, inflammatory, and neuroimmune disorders.…”
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Emerging carbon capture applications of aerogels in the oil and gas sector: A review of current trends and future prospects by Abeer․ A Alarawi, Rima T․ Alfaraj, Tawfik․ A Saleh, Almohannad A․ Alghamdi

“…Additionally, we thoroughly analyze CO₂ capture performance using various adsorbents, including amines, metal-organic frameworks, carbon, zeolites, and aerogel-based options. …”
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Experimental Studies of Adsorption Desalination Systems: Current Research, Development and Future Prospects by Amirhossein Amirfakhraei, Maryam Ghorbanzadeh, Mohsen Salimi, Majid Amidpour, Taleb Zarei

“…AD harnesses low-grade heat sources, such as solar energy, geothermal energy, and waste heat, in combination with porous adsorbents like zeolites, silica gel, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) to generate freshwater while simultaneously offering cooling benefits. …”
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Wireless Magnetic Robot for Precise Hierarchical Control of Tissue Deformation by Chao Wang, Zhi Zhao, Joonsu Han, Arvin Ardebili Sharma, Hua Wang, Xiaojia Shelly Zhang

“…These soft robots can quickly and wirelessly deform under magnetic actuation and are able to deliver compressing, stretching, shearing, and multimodal forces to the surrounding tissues. The design framework considers the hierarchical tissue‐robot interaction and, therefore, can design customized soft robots for different types of tissues with varied mechanical properties. …”
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Bayesian Network in Structural Health Monitoring: Theoretical Background and Applications Review by Qi-Ang Wang, Ao-Wen Lu, Yi-Qing Ni, Jun-Fang Wang, Zhan-Guo Ma

“…The study presents a comprehensive review that systematically unifies the theoretical framework of BN with SHM applications, addressing the gap between probabilistic reasoning and real-world infrastructure management. …”
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