Federated Learning and EEL-Levy Optimization in CPS ShieldNet Fusion: A New Paradigm for Cyber–Physical Security by Nalini Manogaran, Yamini Bhavani Shankar, Malarvizhi Nandagopal, Hui-Kai Su, Wen-Kai Kuo, Sanmugasundaram Ravichandran, Koteeswaran Seerangan

“…This involves the incorporation of the Federated Residual Convolutional Network into an optimization method called EEL-Levy Fusion Optimization. …”
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Improving remote sensing dehazing quality through local hybrid correction and optimization of atmospheric attenuation model based on wavelength by Daihong Zhao, Kun Shi, Zheng Li, Zheng Li, Meixiang Chen

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Strategy for Optimizing Vitamin B12 Production in <i>Pseudomonas putida</i> KT2440 Using Metabolic Modeling by Thomaz Satuye Prieto-de Lima, Keilor Rojas-Jimenez, Christopher Vaglio

“…The present wok evaluates <i>P. putida</i> KT2440 as a host for vitamin B₁₂ production and explore potential gene-editing optimization strategies. <b>Methods</b>: We curated and modified a genome-scale metabolic model of <i>Pseudomonas putida</i> KT2440 and evaluated different strategies to optimize vitamin B₁₂ production using the knockin and OptGene algorithms from the COBRA Toolbox. …”
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A multi-level fuzzy comprehensive evaluation model to optimize biochar application schemes for potato cultivation in North China by Jiawei Guo, Hui Zhou, Hui Zhou, Liguo Jia, Yongqiang Wang, Mingshou Fan, Meirong Wang, Peng Liu, Zhihui Shang, Zhihui Shang

“…However, the effects of different biochar pyrolysis temperatures and application rates on potato growth, economic benefits, quality, water and fertilizer use efficiency, and soil nutrient retention remain unclear.MethodsA field experiment was conducted during 2023–2024 to evaluate the effects of biochar pyrolysis temperatures (T1: 300°C, T2: 500°C, T3: 700°C) and application rates (C1: 10 t ha−1, C2: 20 t ha−1, C3: 30 t ha−1) on comprehensive potato cultivation performance. …”
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Investigation of Light-Extraction Efficiency of Flip-Chip AlGaN-Based Deep-Ultraviolet Light-Emitting Diodes Adopting AlGaN Metasurface by Joosun Yun, Hideki Hirayama

“…Herein, we investigate the influence of an AlGaN metasurface on AlGaN-based deep-ultraviolet light-emitting diodes' light-extraction efficiency by utilizing the 3D finite-difference time-domain method. As the first step in this study, we optimize an AlGaN metasurface to maximize the transmittance from LED to air. …”
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A population spatialization method based on the integration of feature selection and an improved random forest model. by Zhen Zhao, Hongmei Guo, Xueli Jiang, Ying Zhang, Changjiang Lu, Can Zhang, Zonghang He

“…Therefore, feature factors selection using the MDA method was considered the optimal feature subset. …”
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Applying improved particle swarm optimization for dynamic service composition focusing on quality of service evaluations under hybrid networks by Honghao Gao, Kang Zhang, Jianhua Yang, Fangguo Wu, Hongsheng Liu

“…Hybrid services use different protocols on various networks, such as WIFI networks, Bluetooth networks, 5G communications systems, and wireless sensor networks. …”
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Reducing femoral peri-implant fracture risk through optimized plate length and screw configuration – a biomechanical study by Luise Puls, Lionel Llano, Ivan Zderic, Boyko Gueorguiev, Karl Stoffel

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Formation of silver NANOSTRUCTURES by immersion deposition method onto POROUS SILICON and study of their optical properties by K. V. Girel, H. V. Bandarenka

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A New Maintenance Optimization Model Based on Three-Stage Time Delay for Series Intelligent System with Intermediate Buffer by Xiaolei Lv, Qinming Liu, Zhinan Li, Yifan Dong, Tangbin Xia, Xiang Chen

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Website defense strategy selection method based on attack-defense game and Monte Carlo simulation by Hao WU, Jiulun FAN, Chengzhe LAI, Jianhua LIU

“…Aiming at the selection of security defense strategy in network attack-defense,the dynamic change process of mutual influence between attack-defense strategy was studied.Based on the game process of both offense and defense,the attack-defense game model was constructed,the attack process of the attacker based on Monte Carlo simulation was simulated and the attacker’s best attack utility was obtained,so as to calculate the best defensive utility of the defender.In order to maximize the effectiveness of network security defense,the optimal defense strategy under limited resources was implemented.Simulation experiments verify the effectiveness of the proposed method and analyze the influence of different parameter settings on the selection of defense strategy.…”
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Preparation and Characterization of Silver Nanoparticles by Chemical Method for Modification with Polyvinyl Chloride Electro Spun Nanofibers by Balqees Mohammed, Hanaa Jawad

“… In this study, a chemical procedure was used to produce nano-silver particles (reduction method). At different molar concentrations, reactive substances including sodium citrate and silver nitrate were employed. …”
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Soil water dynamics and olive yield (Olea europaea L.) under different surface drip irrigation treatments in northern Mediterranean by Matic NOČ, Urša PEČAN, Marina PINTAR, Maja PODGORNIK

“…Irrigation treatments included optimal irrigation, sustained deficit irrigation (33 % of optimal irrigation), and rainfed treatment. …”
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Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis Method of Recombinant Collagen in Complex Matrix Based on HPLC-MS/MS by Jianping Gao, Liping Jia, Zhenhu Guo, Liming Xu, Daidi Fan, Guifeng Zhang

“…In order to obtain higher sensitivity, a pretreatment method of liquid, gel, and ointment dressings was optimized. …”
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Optimizing fungal DNA extraction and purification for Oxford Nanopore untargeted shotgun metagenomic sequencing from simulated hemoculture specimens by Nattapong Langsiri, Wieland Meyer, Laszlo Irinyi, Navaporn Worasilchai, Nuttapon Pombubpa, Thidathip Wongsurawat, Piroon Jenjaroenpun, J. Jennifer Luangsa-ard, Ariya Chindamporn

“…However, DNA extraction for long-read sequencing-based fungal identification poses a significant challenge, as obtaining long and intact fungal DNA is imperative. Comparing different lysis methods showed that chemical lysis with CTAB/SDS generated DNA from pure fungal cultures with high yields (ranging from 11.20 ± 0.17 µg to 22.99 ± 2.22 µg depending on the species) while preserving integrity. …”
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Optimizing Transcutaneous Spinal Cord Stimulation: An Exploratory Study on the Role of Electrode Montages and Stimulation Intensity on Reflex Pathway Modulation by Shirin Madarshahian, Michael Trakhtorchuck, Tatiana Guerrero-David, Kristin Gustafson, James S. Harrop, Caio M. Matias, M. J. Mulcahey, Alessandro Napoli, Alexander Vaccaro, Mijail Serruya

“…This study aimed to investigate the effects of different tSCS electrode placement montages and targeted spinal levels on neurophysiological responses such as spinally evoked motor responses (sEMRs), dorsal root reflex activation, and muscle recruitment in individuals with SCI and healthy controls to optimize stimulation strategies for motor recovery. …”
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A Load Estimation Method Based on Surface Crack Distribution Images of Reinforced Concrete Beams by Hongli Ding, Chun Zhang, Yinjie Zhao, Jian Yu

“…Finally, a preliminary assessment of the damage state is conducted through elastoplastic analysis of the RC beam under the optimal load level. Verification analysis based on multiple experimental beam datasets under different load levels demonstrates that the mean absolute percentage error of the method is 10.98%, and the damage assessment results are in good agreement with the crack distribution images.…”
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Effect of different regional anaesthesia techniques on postoperative analgesia following percutaneous nephrolithotomy: A systematic review and network meta-analysis by Kun Long, Chengfu Zhou, Jingqiu Liang, Xixi Tang, Zhijian Li, Qi Chen

“…Background and Aims: The optimal analgesia for percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) remains uncertain. …”
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Optimum INR intensity and therapeutic INR control in patients with mechanical heart valve prosthesis on warfarin oral anticoagulation at Dr George Mukhari academic hospital: a thre... by S. Ntlokotsi, M. F. Moshesh, P. Mntla, O. A. Towobola, M. A. Mogale

“…Optimum PT-INR target ranges were estimated using two different methods: the classical two PT-INR target level method and the alternative, PT-INR specific incident rate method. …”
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Multi-objective optimization framework for electric vehicle charging and discharging scheduling in distribution networks using the red deer algorithm by Sahbi Boubaker, Habib Kraiem, Nejib Ghazouani, Souad Kamel, Adel Mellit, Faisal S. Alsubaei, Farid Bourennani, Walid Meskine, Tariq Alqubaysi

“…The efficiency of the proposed method on a IEEE 69-bus system is tested. The experiment simulates residential EV loads using two sets of different EVs; The first set included Tata Nexon, BYD Seal and Hyundai Ioniq and the second set included Nissan Leaf e+, MG ZS EV Long Range and Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+. …”
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