Removal of Copper ions from aqueous solutions using polymer derivations of poly (styrene-alt-maleic anhydride) by Naser Samadi, Reza Ansari, Bakhtiar Khodavirdilo

“…The pseudo-first-order, pseudo-second-order, and intra-particle diffusion kinetics equations were used for modeling of adsorption data and it was shown that pseudo-second-order kinetic equation could best describe the adsorption kinetics. …”
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Using item response theory for the development of a new short form of the Guilford-Zimmerman Temperament Survey by Mohammed Looti, Marwa Abd-Alzim

“…Exploratory Structural Equation Modeling (ESEM) further supported the ten-factor structure of the GZTS-SF. …”
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Sustainable Livelihood Level of the Community in Kalampadu Village, Ogan Ilir Regency: An Analysis Using SEM-PLS by Yulasteriyani Yulasteriyani, Cynthia Azhara Putri, Istiqoma Istiqoma, Muhammad Yusuf Abror, Diana Dewi Sartika

“… This study examines the relationship between Pentagon Assets (PA), Livelihood Strategies (LS), and Sustainable Livelihood (SL) in the community of Kalampadu Village, Ogan Ilir Regency, using Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). …”
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Thermodynamic Characteristics of the Ion-Exchange Process Involving REMs of the Light Group by Olga V. Cheremisina, Maria A. Ponomareva, Yulia A. Mashukova, Nina A. Nasonova, Maria D. Burtseva

“…The study considers the use of anion- and cation-exchange resins with different functional groups for efficient and environmentally safe REM separation. …”
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Factors Affecting Continuance Intention Towards Adoption of Linkaja Mobile Payment by Muhammad Damar Hafizh, Arif Imam Suroso, Joko Ratono

“…The study involved 200 respondents who have used LinkAja, selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected through online questionnaires, and the analysis was conducted using Covariance-based Structural Equation Modeling (CB-SEM). …”
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The Role of Environmental-Friendly Factors and Islamic Religiosity in Achieving Sustainable Consumption by Febrina Mahliza, Prita Prasetya, Riska Rosdiana, Putri Dwi Wahyuni

“…A total of 218 respondents were selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected through questionnaire distribution and analyzed using Partial Least Squares (PLS) structural equation modeling. …”
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An adaptive differential evolution algorithm to solve the multi-compartment vehicle routing problem: A case of cold chain transportation problem by Supaporn Sankul, Naratip Supattananon, Raknoi Akararungruangkul, Narong Wichapa

“…In general, this algorithm consists of four steps: (1) The first step is to generate the initial solution. (2) The second step is the mutation process. (3) The third step is the recombination process, and the final step is the selection process. To improve the original DE algorithm, the proposed algorithm increases the number of mutation equations from one to four. …”
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Statistical analysis of technical specifications of self-propelled reversible plate compactors with different types of engines by M. A. Afanasev, I. S. Tyuremnov

“…Reversible plate compactors may be driven by gasoline, diesel or electric engines. The efficient operation of reversible plate compactors is only possible with the rational selection of technical specifications, such as oscillation frequency and driving force of the vibration exciter, base plate width, engine power, etc. …”
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Providing a Governance Model for Information Technology (COBIT) in the Enterprise Architecture of Iran Public Libraries Foundation by Solmaz Derogar Kalkhoran, Fahimeh Babalhavaeji, Najla Hariri, Afsaneh Mozafari

“…Using Delphi, a researcher-constructed questionnaire was given to 20 selected professionals in two stages. This resulted in the selection of 90 categories for the questionnaire construction. …”
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Estimating the Increase in the Mechanical Characteristics of Self-Compacting Lightweight Concrete Incorporating Pumice and Steel Fibers by Masoud Dadkhah, Reza Rahgozar, Ehsan Barahouei Pasandi, Peyman Rahgozar

“…Furthermore, incorporating pumice and SFs in concrete contributes to reduced environmental impact, improved durability, and cost reduction, promoting sustainable and efficient construction practices. Finally, three equations were developed to estimate the 28-day compressive, tensile, and flexural strengths based on SF content. …”
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Kinetics of NiO and NiCl2 Hydrogen Reduction as Precursors and Properties of Produced Ni/Al2O3 and Ni-Pd/Al2O3 Catalysts by Miroslav Sokić, Željko Kamberović, Vesna Nikolić, Branislav Marković, Marija Korać, Zoran Anđić, Milorad Gavrilovski

“…The effect of temperature and time on NiO and NiCl2 reduction degrees was studied. Avrami I equation was selected as the most favorable kinetic model and used to determine activation energy of the NiO and NiCl2 reduction for the investigated temperature range (623–923 K) and time intervals (1–5 minutes). …”
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Virtual Physical Education: Google Meet as an alternative platform for learning skill-based concepts by Joseph Lobo

“…The said videoconferencing platform is highly efficient based on previously published scholarly works. …”
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Demographic Characteristics and Job Satisfaction: The Mediation Role of Organisational Justice Perceptions in Public and Private Sector Health Organisations in Nigeria by Timinepere Ogele Court

“…The health sector is of critical importance to the wellbeing of the labour force, dependent demographic structure and life expectancy for economic development. Effective and efficient health care delivery is of a prime focus among stakeholders in the health sector in Nigeria. …”
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Force Analysis of Material Movement in a Horizontal Mixer of a Hydrolytic Chamber: a Case Study of Soybean Meal Processing by M. G. Zagoruiko, M. E. Belyshkina, I. A. Bashmakov, A. M. Maradudin

“…This ensures efficient material transport during the design process.…”
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Research on 6.5MPa multi-nozzle opposed coal-water-slurry gasifier based on CFD by Wang Ying, Li Tongtong, Ren Qingwei, Li Haidong, Li Ke

“…The Euler-Euler multiphase flow model is selected, combined with various equations such as the continuity equation, momentum equation, and energy equation, as well as the P-1 radiation model, gas-solid heterogeneous and homogeneous reaction models. …”
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Online Identification of Aircraft Model Parameters Based on Recursive Least Squares Method by JIANG Yongming, WANG Changqing, XU Cheng

“…Firstly, based on the analysis of aircraft characteristics, the longitudinal small disturbance linear motion equation and the longitudinal nonlinear motion equation are selected as the identification model. …”
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Availability and readiness of public health facilities to provide differentiated service delivery models for HIV treatment in Zambia: implications for better treatment outcomes by Patrick Kaonga, Mutale Sampa, Mwiche Musukuma, Mulanda Joseph Mulawa, Mataanana Mulavu, Doreen Sitali, Given Moonga, Oliver Mweemba, Tulani Francis Matenga, Cosmas Zyambo, Twaambo Hamoonga, Henry Phiri, Hikabasa Halwindi, Malizgani Paul Chavula, Joseph Mumba Zulu, Choolwe Jacobs

“…However, for DSD models to be efficient, facilities should have indicators of HIV services available and ready to provide the DSD models. …”
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Purification and Oxidative Scavenging of Total Alkaloids of <i>Piperis longi fructus</i> Based on Adsorption Kinetics and Thermodynamic Theory by Lirong Lu, Dezhi Shi, Nuo Chen, Chengchao Wu, Hang Zhang, Shaohui Zhong, Jing Ji, Yunfeng Zheng, Jianming Cheng, Shiwen Huang, Taoshi Liu

“…Moreover, the purified powders were analyzed with UPLC-Q-ZENO-TOF-MS/MS and then their antioxidant activity was tested. The Langmuir equation provided a good fit with the experimental results. …”
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Predicting strength in polypropylene fiber reinforced rubberized concrete using symbolic regression AI techniques by Ahmed A. Alawi Al-Naghi, Kinza Aamir, Muhammad Nasir Amin, Bawar Iftikhar, Kashif Mehmood, Muhammad Tahir Qadir

“…Overall, the models developed in this work support efficient material selection and promote environmentally responsible construction practices.…”
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Performance Comparison of Multi-Objective Optimizers for Dynamic Balancing of Six-Bar Watt Linkages Using a Fully Cartesian Model by María T. Orvañanos-Guerrero, Claudia N. Sánchez, Luis Eduardo Robles-Jiménez, Sara Carolina Gómez-Delgado

“…In contrast, multi-objective algorithms provide a more efficient and adaptable framework, while Fully Cartesian Coordinates (<inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><mrow><mi>F</mi><mi>C</mi><mi>C</mi></mrow></semantics></math></inline-formula>) simplify the balancing equations compared to conventional Cartesian formulations. …”
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