The response characteristics and stability evaluation of vegetated slope under strong wind by Yanlin Liu, Fei Wang, Feng Ji, Lianhua Zhang, Jianjun Zhao, Chen Zheng, Jibin Chen

“…At wind forces ≥ 13 (typhoon: 37.0–41.4 m/s), vegetation exerts a negative influence under the combined action of strong wind loads. (2) Based on the experimentally determined evolution of soil strength parameters, a formula c (v, w) was fitted to express the variation of cohesion with wind speed (v) and moisture content (w). (3) The optimized evaluation model demonstrates increased sensitivity compared to the traditional model, resulting in a 17.88% increase in sliding force and a 10.62–11.64% increase in anti-sliding force. …”
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Energy storage hydrothermal and entropy analysis of micro-polar Nano-encapsulated phase change materials under the effect of exothermic reaction and external magnetic field by Ahmed M. Hassan, Mohammed Azeez Alomari, Abdalrahman Alajmi, Abdellatif M. Sadeq, Faris Alqurashi, Mujtaba A. Flayyih

“…The findings provide valuable insights for optimizing the design and operation of energy storage systems based on micro-polar NEPCMs.…”
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Selective laser melting of titanium matrix composites: An in-depth analysis of materials, microstructures, defects, and mechanical properties by Jun Fang, Yong Chai Tan, Vin Cent Tai, Shamini Janasekaran, Chia Ching Kee, Dongsheng Wang, Youwen Yang

“…However, this improvement is accompanied by a notable decrease in elongation. The importance of optimizing SLM parameters such as laser power, scan speed, hatch distance, layer thickness, and particle contents to minimize defects and enhance material performance is underscored. …”
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Investigation of cavity rotor tips on the flow field of a low-speed turbine under different conditions by Anqi Xiao, Hongwei Ma, Yi Yang, Qingdian Zhang, Zetao Li

“…The aerodynamic performance of the turbine is enhanced using a cavity tip with the geometric parameters, and the degree of improvement initially increases then decreases as d increases. …”
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Gender-Based Differences in Biomechanical Walking Patterns of Athletes Using Inertial Sensors by Elina Gianzina, Christos K. Yiannakopoulos, Georgios Kalinterakis, Spilios Delis, Efstathios Chronopoulos

“…Each athlete performed a standardized 14 m walk while 17 biomechanical gait parameters were recorded using the BTS G-Walk inertial sensor. …”
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Identification of maize kernel varieties based on interpretable ensemble algorithms by Chunguang Bi, Chunguang Bi, Xinhua Bi, Jinjing Liu, Hao Xie, Shuo Zhang, He Chen, Mohan Wang, Lei Shi, Lei Shi, Shaozhong Song

“…The base learner of the Stacking integration model was selected using diversity and performance indices, with parameters optimized through a differential evolution algorithm incorporating multiple mutation strategies and dynamic adjustment of mutation factors and recombination rates. …”
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Synthesis of a multicomponent cellulose-based adsorbent for tetracycline removal from aquaculture water by Uyen Bao Tran, Ngoc Thanh Vo-Tran, Khai The Truong, Dat Anh Nguyen, Quang Nhat Tran, Huu-Quang Nguyen, Jaebeom Lee, Hai Son Truong-Lam

“…The synthesis process was optimized using parameters derived from the response surface methodology. …”
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High-Accuracy Iris Center Localization Using Mediapipe Keypoints and Xception-Based Deep Regression by Wattanapong Kurdthongmee, Arsanchai Sukkuea, Korakot Suwannarat, Piyadhida Kurdthongmee

“…Comprehensive testing was undertaken to refine critical parameters, such as the depth of the backbone layers, selection of optimizer, and resolution of input images, with training conducted over 200 epochs via the Huber loss function. …”
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One-Step Solvothermal Synthesis of Fe₃O₄ Acicular Aggregates Induced by Reaction Medium and Urea for Photocatalytic Degradation of Azo Dyes by Yaohui Xu, Yuting Li, Quanhui Hou, Liangjuan Gao, Zhao Ding

“…Optimal conditions for synthesizing pure Fe₃O₄ were obtained by optimizing the urea amount and solvothermal reaction parameters. …”
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Cold sintering process with DMSO as a transient liquid for efficient improvement of thermoelectric properties in silver selenide by Wanida Duangsimma, Kiettipong Banlusan, Supree Pinitsoontorn

“…These findings emphasize the critical role of DMSO concentration and sintering temperature in optimizing thermoelectric properties, offering a practical approach for advancing Ag2Se-based thermoelectric materials for efficient energy harvesting near room temperature.…”
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Are Planned Caesarean Hysterectomies Performed Too Early in Placenta Accreta Spectrum Cases? by Aytekin Uzkar, Selim Karaküçük

“…There is currently no consensus regarding the optimal gestational age at which elective surgery should be performed to reduce the potential complications of PAS. …”
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Smart foliar fertilizer based on Zn-Alg-CaCO₃ microparticles improves Aquaponic tomato cultivation by Davide Frassine, Roberto Braglia, Francesco Scuderi, Enrico Luigi Redi, Federica Valentini, Michela Relucenti, Irene Angela Colasanti, Camilla Zaratti, Andrea Macchia, Ivo Allegrini, Angelo Gismondi, Gabriele Di Marco, Antonella Canini

“…Further molecular and environmental studies are recommended to optimize and scale this technology.…”
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Analysing fluid flow and heat transfer comparatively in flow passage systems: Evaluating thermal impacts and geometric configurations by Farhan Lafta Rashid, Asseel M.Rasheed Al-Gaheeshi, Mudhar A. Al-Obaidi, Hayder I. Mohammed, Hussein Togun, Ephraim Bonah Agyekum

“…An inclusive comparison of three different geometric designs at controlled temperatures is conducted using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations. The findings indicate that the optimal geometric parameters improve thermal performance, with certain arrangements displaying improvements in heat transfer rates up to 30 %. …”
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Mapping peat thickness and groundwater level using a portable electromagnetic instrument in Indragiri Hilir, Riau, Indonesia by Sigit Sutikno, Muhamad Yusa, Andy Hendri, Muhammad Kusairi, Ahmad Muhammad, Nurul Qomar

“…Peat thickness and groundwater level (GWL) are key parameters for optimizing these peatland functions; therefore, mapping peat thickness and GWL quickly, accurately, and cost-effectively is essential. …”
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A Descriptive Study of Brown Bear (<i>Ursus arctos</i>) Sperm Quality and Proteomic Profiles Considering Sperm Origin by Marta Neila-Montero, Luis Anel-Lopez, Carolina Maside, Cristina Soriano-Úbeda, Rafael Montes-Garrido, Cristina Palacin-Martinez, Victoria Diez-Zavala, Santiago Borragán, Antonio Silva-Rodríguez, Francisco E. Martín-Cano, Luis Anel, Mercedes Alvarez

“…In contrast, ejaculated sperm had increased oxidative stress and reduced expression of metabolic proteins, while pre-ejaculated sperm exhibited lower motility, likely due to urine contamination and mitochondrial protein alterations, despite comparable viability and apoptosis. These findings offer novel insights into brown bear sperm biology and highlight the importance of sperm origin in developing optimized assisted reproduction strategies, ultimately supporting ex situ conservation efforts for this species.…”
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Study of ion cyclotron emission excited by tritium ions of fusion products via magnetoacoustic cyclotron instability theory in the EAST by Huapeng Zhang, Lunan Liu, Wei Zhang, Xuan Sun, Xinjun Zhang, Baolong Hao

“…Understanding ICE can help optimize fusion plasma performance and improve fast-ion confinement in next-generation magnetically confined fusion devices.…”
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The control technology of harmful substances impacting the quality of peanut oil: A review by Zifu Ni, Xiao Ouyang, Azhen Nie, Lina Huang, Ruoqi Li, Jinling Li, Peng Chen

“…In conclusion, the review underscores the importance of adopting integrated approaches to control harmful substances while optimizing processing parameters to enhance peanut oil quality. …”
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Effect of motor speeds on traction performance of a single-motor electric tractor at various gear stages during plow tillage by Md. Abu Ayub Siddique, Seung-Min Baek, Seung-Yun Baek, Hyeon-Ho Jeon, Jong-Dae Park, Min-Jong Park, Cheol-Woo Yang, Min-Jae Park, Yeon-Soo Kim, Wan-Soo Kim, Yong-Joo Kim

“…Results indicated significant differences in traction parameters across motor speeds, except forward speeds at L-2500 and L-2800. …”
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Exploring transparent ultra – nanocellular high-performance polymers: Polyetherimide (PEI) by Félix Lizalde-Arroyo, Victoria Bernardo, Miguel Ángel Rodríguez-Pérez, Judith Martín-de León

“…A maximum density reduction of 39 % was observed at the optimal conditions of 20 MPa, −25 °C for saturation, and 150 °C for foaming. …”
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Enhancing postharvest food safety: the essential role of non-thermal technologies in combating fungal contamination and mycotoxins by Junior Bernardo Molina-Hernandez, Junior Bernardo Molina-Hernandez, Carlos David Grande-Tovar, Lilia Neri, Johannes Delgado-Ospina, Massimiliano Rinaldi, Gustavo Adolfo Cordero-Bueso, Clemencia Chaves-López

“…However, the effectiveness of these technologies is highly dependent on the fungal species and the structural characteristics of the mycotoxins. New findings related to the inactivation of fungi and mycotoxins underline that for a successful application it is essential to carefully determine and optimize certain key parameters in order to achieve satisfactory results. …”
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