Prediction of alkali-silica reaction expansion of concrete using explainable machine learning methods by Yasitha Alahakoon, Hirushan Sajindra, Ashen Krishantha, Janaka Alawatugoda, Imesh U. Ekanayake, Upaka Rathnayake

“…Abstract Traditionally, ASR expansion is determined using experimental and finite element method (FEM) based numerical modelling. However, these methods are time-consuming and computationally costly, which makes ASR prediction challenging. …”
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Data-Driven Sensitivity Analysis of the Influence of Geometric Parameterized Variables on Flow Fields Under Different Design Spaces by Xiaoyu Xu, Hongbo Chen, Chenliang Zhang, Yanhui Duan, Guangxue Wang

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Calibration of DEM Parameters and Microscopic Deformation Characteristics During Compression Process of Lateritic Soil with Different Moisture Contents by Chao Ji, Wanru Liu, Yiguo Deng, Yeqin Wang, Peimin Chen, Bo Yan

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Computational Tool for Curve Smoothing Methods Analysis and Surface Plasmon Resonance Biosensor Characterization by Mariana Rodrigues Villarim, Andréa Willa Rodrigues Villarim, Mario Gazziro, Marco Roberto Cavallari, Diomadson Rodrigues Belfort, Oswaldo Hideo Ando Junior

“…The tool enables the importation of experimental data, application of different smoothing methods, and integration of traditional and hybrid approaches to enhance accuracy in determining the resonance angle. …”
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Formulation of different concentrations of nanosilver fluoride incorporated dentifrices, evaluation of its cytotoxicity and antimicrobial effect on Streptococcus mutans by Nidhi Gupta, Mamta Yadav, Natasha Gambhir, Divya Singh

“…Objectives: To synthesize and characterize nano silver particles using transmission electron microscopy (TEM).To determine the antimicrobial activity of NSF dentifrices at different concentrations using the agar well diffusion method. …”
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Evaluating Propensity Score Methods in a Quasi-Experimental Study of the Impact of Menu-Labeling. by Stephanie L Mayne, Brian K Lee, Amy H Auchincloss

“…We then evaluated the treatment effect on differences in nutrients purchased across the different methods.…”
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Research on Optimal Control Strategy for Unpowered Downslope of High-Voltage Inspection Robot Based on Motor Temperature Rise in Complexity Microgrid Networks by Zhiyong Yang, Qiao Fang, Zihao Zhang, Xing Liu, Xianjin Xu, Yu Yan, Chen Miao

“…Through the experimental analysis on the simulated line, it is verified that the unpowered downhill speed and energy recovery optimization control method based on the temperature rise characteristics of the walking motor can effectively reduce the temperature difference between the front and rear wheels.…”
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Blade Vibration Difference-Based Circumferential Fourier Fitting Algorithm for Synchronous Vibration Parameter Identification of Rotation Blades by Zhenfang Fan, Hongkun Li, Jinying Huang, Siyuan Liu

“…This paper optimizes the traditional circumferential Fourier fitting (CFF) algorithm. …”
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Deciphering the difference puzzle of risk-sharing: A comparative analysis of infrastructure PPP development within China and US by Yongchao Cao, Huimin Li, Limin Su, Wenjuan Zhang, Chengyi Zhang

“…Appropriate risk sharing is crucial for the successful implementation of Public-Private Partnership projects. However, under different social systems, the international community lacks a clear risk-sharing framework in Public-Private Partnership research. …”
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Identifying Optimal Variables to Predict Soil Organic Carbon in Sandy, Saline, and Black Soil Regions: Remote Sensing, Terrain, or Climate Factors? by Liping Wang, Huanjun Liu, Xiang Wang, Xiaofeng Xu, Liyuan He, Chong Luo, Yong Li, Xinle Zhang, Deqiang Zang, Shufeng Zheng, Xiaodan Mei

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Genomic prediction and validation strategies for reproductive traits in Holstein cattle across different Chinese regions and climatic conditions by Rui Shi, Luiz F. Brito, Shanshan Li, Liyun Han, Gang Guo, Wan Wen, Qingxia Yan, Shaohu Chen, Yachun Wang

“…Furthermore, the predictive abilities could be validated for all studied traits based on the LR method across different environments when fitting RNM. …”
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Artificial intelligence methods used in various aquaculture applications: A systematic literature review by Thurein Aung, Rafiza Abdul Razak, Adibi Rahiman Bin Md Nor

“…Challenges of AI technologies and methods were identified in the research literature for applying AI to optimize commercial aquaculture practices and production. …”
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Sex differences in energy intake, sweat rate, and electrolyte loss among world-class archers during competition by Ozcan Esen, Stuart Goodall

“…Background Limited evidence reports energy and macronutrient intake during competitive archery and whether any sex differences exist. Understanding these factors will provide insights into physiological demands and could inform more effective strategies to optimize performance for all archers in this precision-demanding sport. …”
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Analysis of Cylindrical Damper Effects on Turbine Meters Accuracy in a Pulsating CNG Suction Line: An Optimal Design through CFD Simulations by Mostafa Faramarzi, Saeed Dinarvand, Mahmood Farzaneh-Gord, Hossein Tamim

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Effects of supplemental feeding of feeds with different protein levels on the metabolism of the gut microbiota of bighead carp (Hypophthalmichthys nobilis) by Zheng Zhang, Junru Wang, Xiaomu Yu, Xiaoyu Zhou, Yanhong Wu, Jun Zou, Jingou Tong

“…The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of supplemental feeding of artificial protein feeds of different contents on the gut microbiome and metabolome of bighead carp in the traditional culture model. …”
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Evaluation on nutritional components and nutritive quality in body of young fish Alosa sapidissima cultured in two different patterns by LIU Yongshi, JIANG Fei, SHI Yonghai

“…In order to understand the effects of different culture patterns on the nutritional components of fish body, young fish Alosa sapidissima cultured in outdoor and shaded ponds were analyzed by biochemical analysis method, and the nutritive quality was analyzed and compared. …”
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A New Unified Solution for Circular Opening considering Different Strength Criteria and the Postpeak Elastic Strain Form by Xuyang Shi, Wei Zhou, Liang Chen, Qingxiang Cai, Ming Li, Zhaolin Li, Boyu Luan

“…The strength criterion is an extremely important basis for evaluating the stability of surrounding rock and optimizing the support pressure design. In this paper, nine different strength criteria are summarized and simplified based on the reasonable assumption. …”
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Reproduction performance of climbing perch Anabas testudineus F1 and F2 broodstock with different dietary supplementation by Helmizuryani, Helmizuryani, Boby Muslimin, Khusnul Khotimah

“…This species is potential to create the sustainability production in the future because they offer a promising price, so it needs a further study for optimizing the quality of broodstock and its offsprings. …”
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Research on auditory and olfactory regulation methods for abnormal driver emotions based on EEG signals by Bangbei Tang, Bangbei Tang, Yan Li, Yingzhang Wu, Yilun Li, Qizong Yue

“…These findings contribute valuable scientific evidence for the management of drivers’ emotions and suggest promising avenues for optimizing personalized emotional regulation strategies in the future.…”
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A Comparative Study of the Extraction Methods for the Simultaneous Detection of NPS Groups from Urine by M. Kuloglu Genc, S. Mercan, C. Bulut, Z. Turkmen

“…The selected SPE procedure was applied to 20 authentic urine samples taken from volunteers. Results: The optimized extraction method was validated in terms of selectivity, linearity, the limit of detection, the limit of quantification, accuracy, and precision. …”
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