Optimizing Plant Oil-Derived Lubricants: A Sustainable Alternative to Petroleum-Based Lubricants Using Integer Programming by Lutfu S. Sua, Figen Balo

“…Industries can utilize this framework to streamline lubricant selection, ensuring that the chosen formulation meets stringent performance and cost requirements. …”
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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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Probabilistic Fatigue Life Prediction of Plain Concrete Under Cyclic Loading Through Experimental Finite Element and Stochastic Modelling by Mohamad Shazwan Ahmad Shah, Sarehati Umar, Nurul ‘Azizah Mukhlas, Ng Chiew Teng, Haikhal Faeez Hairuddin, Wan Ikram Wajdee Wan Ahmad Kamal, Hanis Hazirah Arifin, Norhazilan Md. Noor

“…The results underscore the importance of integrating deterministic finite element methods with probabilistic modelling to achieve a robust reliable fatigue life prediction framework for concrete structures. This research advances understanding of fatigue performance in plain concrete, providing essential insights for enhancing infrastructure durability and reliability.…”
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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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Multi-field coupling model and evolution mechanism of thermal cracking in early-age mass concrete based on phase-field method by Wenqiang Xu, Sheng Qiang, Hui Wang, Ziang Zhao

“…Hydraulic thin-walled mass concrete structures are prone to thermal cracking during the construction period, significantly compromising structural safety and durability. This study establishes a thermo-mechanical-phase-field multi-field coupling model that incorporates hydration heat, creep characteristics, and autogenous volume deformation as time-dependent material properties, based on the thermodynamic theoretical framework and phase-field method. …”
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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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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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A harmonized protocol to assess the single-cell performance of proton exchange membrane water electrolyzers by Serafina Fortiner, Ryan Ouimet, James L. Young, Guido Bender, Marcelo Carmo, Kathy Ayers

“…By addressing material variability and harmonizing testing methodologies, this framework enables more precise evaluations of membrane electrode assemblies and electrolyzer components. …”
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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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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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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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ARM’s Perspective on the First Joint Clinical Assessments for ATMPs: Challenges and Opportunities on the Path Ahead by Paolo Morgese, Stephen Majors, Dilip Patel

“…However, their long-term durability remains uncertain at launch. The Joint Clinical Assessment (JCA), under the EU’s Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Regulation, represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to consolidate the strengths of national HTA processes into a unified framework that accounts for the specificities of ATMPs and streamlines decision-making, cementing Europe’s position as a pioneer in innovative HTA approaches. …”
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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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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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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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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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