MPPT Algorithm Based on PV Cell Temperature, Using Open Circuit Voltage Measurement, Combined With PV Cell Cooling by Nuno M. M. da Rocha, Lucas L. Brighenti, Júlio César Passos, Denizar C. Martins

“…Therefore, the present work aims to investigate the performance of a PV module transformed into a Photovoltaic/Thermal (PV/T) module, producing electrical and thermal energy simultaneously, while concurrently establishing a cooling system for the PV cells. The PV conversion efficiency is affected by modifications of the operation conditions particularly the ones concerning PV cell temperature and radiation due to the displacement of the system Maximum Power Point (MPP). …”
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Structural Analysis and Redrawing of a Sailing Catamaran with a Numerical and Experimental Approach by Giovanni Maria Grasso, Marco Bonfanti, Fabio Lo Savio, Damiano Alizzio, Ferdinando Chiacchio

“…Consequently, targeted structural modifications were proposed and implemented, resulting in reduced material usage, construction time, and overall costs. …”
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Leaf Development and Its Interaction with Phyllospheric Microorganisms: Impacts on Plant Stress Responses by Huanhuan Yang, Jing Liu, Mei Ma, Zilong Tan, Kaiyue Zhang, Ruiqi Sun, Xinxin Zhan, Dayong Cui

“…These stresses induce specific adaptive morphological and physiological responses in leaves, such as modifications in leaf size, thickness, venation, and surface characteristics, which are crucial for plant survival and efficiency. …”
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Advanced prediction of radar reflectivity using U-Net with visual and infrared data from Himawari-8 by Andi Patombongi, Agus Harjoko, Moh Edi Wibowo, I Made Wahyu Gana Putra

“…Despite the superior performance of VIS model, there are challenges in handling IR inputs, indicating the need for further modifications. The study concluded that selecting optimal input channels and modifying the model architecture could significantly improve the accuracy and efficiency of radar reflectivity prediction. …”
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Impeller Design of a Centrifugal Fan with Blade Optimization by Yu-Tai Lee, Vineet Ahuja, Ashvin Hosangadi, Michael E. Slipper, Lawrence P. Mulvihill, Roger Birkbeck, Roderick M. Coleman

“…The resulting flow path modifications not only met the pressure requirement, but also reduced the fan power by 8.8% over the baseline. …”
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Refined Time-Domain Buffeting Analysis of a Long-Span Suspension Bridge in Mountainous Urban Terrain by Bo Wu, Liang-Liang Zhang, Yang Yang, Lian-Jie Liu, Zhi-Jun Ni

“…To improve the buffeting performance without a considerable extra budget, minor modifications are introduced to the original design configuration. …”
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Bound exciton engineering approach for tuning the thermal lensing phenomenon in anatase TiO2: Gd nanosystems by Oriparambil Sivaraman Nirmal Ghosh, Sethuraman Gayathri, Srinivasa Rao Allam, Alok Sharan, S.B. Sruthil Lal, Modigunta Jeevan Kumar Reddy, A.M. Shanmugharaj, Annamraju Kasi Viswanath

“…Our findings reveal that Gd doping induces controlled modification of the electronic structure of TiO2, leading to a tailored energy landscape for exciton formation and binding. …”
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A Recognition Method for Marigold Picking Points Based on the Lightweight SCS-YOLO-Seg Model by Baojian Ma, Zhenghao Wu, Yun Ge, Bangbang Chen, He Zhang, Hao Xia, Dongyun Wang

“…Segmentation efficiency is further optimized through a dual-path collaborative architecture (Seg-Marigold head). …”
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Coordinated Scheduling and Operational Characterization of Electricity and District Heating Systems: A Case Study by Peng Yu, Dianyang Li, Dai Cui, Jing Xu, Chengcheng Li, Huiqing Cao

“…When the outdoor temperature dropped to −18 °C, the heat exchanger efficiency decreased to 60%, and the LMTD decreased to 17.5 °C. …”
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A new drainage staircase design for separating pedestrian traffic and surface runoff: a numerical and conceptual approach by Paloma Chaves Menezes, André Luiz Andrade Simões, Luciano Matos Queiroz, Gemima Santos Arcanjo, Harry Edmar Schulz, Rodrigo de Melo Porto

“…The original model underwent modifications in the following decades to address issues inherent to local conditions, yet these challenges persist. …”
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Algorithm for Key Transparency with Transparent Logs [version 2; peer review: 2 approved, 1 approved with reservations, 1 not approved] by Shasivar Rexhepi, Ikechukwu John Chukwu, Ridvan Bunjaku, Hasan Dag, Elissa Mollakuqe

“…Results Performance analysis reveals efficient insertion and verification times under normal conditions, essential for operational workflows. …”
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2D physically unclonable functions of the arbiter type by V. N. Yarmolik, A. A. Ivaniuk

“…The following goals are pursued in the work: the construction of the basic elements of the APUF and their modifications, the development of a methodology for constructing 2D-APUF.Methods. …”
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Phytoremediation of hypersaline soils by salt excretory C4 halophytic pan dropseed grass (Sporobolus ioclados Nees ex Trin.) through alteration in foliar architecture by Nargis Naz, Syed Mohsan Raza Shah, Sana Basharat, Mansoor Hameed, Sana Fatima, Ansa Asghar, Muhammad Sajid Aqeel Ahmad, Farooq Ahmad, Zaheer Abbas, Khawaja Shafique Ahmad, Abeer Hashem, Graciela Dolores Avila-Quezada, Khalid F. Almutairi, Elsayed Fathi Abd-Allah

“…Modifications. Structural features include intensity of sclerification and thicker leaves. …”
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Enhancement of Aeroengine Combustion Chamber Air Cooling Holes Design for Emission Reduction and Pattern Factor Control by Masoud Hajivand

“…Also, these design modifications have helped in reducing or improving temperature uniformity at the combustor outlet, either way enhancing combustion efficiency and performance.…”

Enhancing ELISA Sensitivity: From Surface Engineering to Synthetic Biology by Hye-Bin Jeon, Dong-Yeon Song, Yu Jin Park, Dong-Myung Kim

“…Beginning with surface modifications, we then discuss the methodologies to improve mixing and washing efficiency, followed by a summary of recent advances in signal generation and amplification techniques. …”
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Synergistic Disruption: Harnessing AI and Blockchain for Enhanced Privacy and Security in Federated Learning by Sandi Rahmadika, Winda Agustiarmi, Ryan Fikri, Bruno Joachim Kweka

“…Blockchain technology makes self-executing agreements possible by enabling smart contracts, which reduce the need for middlemen and increase efficiency by precisely encoding contractual terms in code. …”
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Causation Analysis of Marine Traffic Accidents Using Deep Learning Approaches: A Case Study from China’s Coasts by Zelin Zhao, Xingyu Liu, Lin Feng, Manel Grifoll, Hongxiang Feng

“…Compared with traditional single-factor analysis methods, the proposed framework shows marked improvements in Natural Language Processing (NLP) efficiency, classification precision, and systematic interpretation of cross-factor correlations. …”
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Global–Local Cooperative Optimization in Photonic Inverse Design Algorithms by Mingzhe Li, Tong Wang, Yi Zhang, Yulin Shen, Jie Yang, Ke Zhang, Dehui Pan, Ming Xin

“…We developed the Global–Local Integrated Topology inverse design algorithm (denoted as the GLINT algorithm), which employs a trajectory-based optimization strategy with waveguide–substrate material-flipping structural modifications, enabling the direct optimization of discrete waveguide–substrate binary structures. …”
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Carbon Credit: Harnessing Green Solutions for Climate Mitigation by Zainol Haida, Norfaryanti Kamaruddin, Ruzana Sanusi, Norwahyuni Mohd Yusof, Zaiton Samdin

“…This review also highlights emerging biotechnological advancements, such as genetic modifications, to improve carbon uptake efficiency and growing potential of blue carbon ecosystems. …”
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Influence of nozzle diameter and gas flow on spatter removal in laser powder bed fusion: A CFD approach by Awad B.S. Alquaity

“…This study explores the impact of geometric modifications to the LPBF build chamber on spatter removal for stainless steel 316L powder, focusing on three inlet nozzle diameters of 6, 12, and 18 mm. …”
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