Hydrodynamic optimisation of a horizontal-axis hydrokinetic turbine for the River Ganga using a semi-analytical approach by Kripal, Anoop Kanjirakat

“…The turbine configuration was determined using a rotor optimisation tool integrating a genetic algorithm with a semi-analytical blade-element momentum theory. This enabled identification of an optimal configuration ensuring an efficient power curve while maintaining sufficient cavitation safety margin. …”
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Development and Interfacial Mechanism of Epoxy Soybean Oil-Based Semi-Liquid Gel Materials for Wellbore Sealing Applications by Yuexin Tian, Yintao Liu, Haifeng Dong, Xiangjun Liu, Jinjun Huang

“…In this study, a novel semi-liquid gel material based on bisphenol A-type epoxy resin (E51), methylhexahydrophthalic anhydride (MHHPA), and epoxidized soybean oil (ESO) was developed for high-performance wellbore sealing. …”
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A Semi-Supervised-Learning-Aided Explainable Belief Rule-Based Approach to Predict the Energy Consumption of Buildings by Sami Kabir, Mohammad Shahadat Hossain, Karl Andersson

“…Motivated by this, we propose semi-supervised learning to train AI model. For the AI model, we employ the Belief Rule-Based Expert System (BRBES) because of its domain knowledge-based prediction and uncertainty handling mechanism. …”
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Development of a mathematical model for the formation of a semi-convex helicoid shape of the knife of the executive body of the geokhod by Efremenkov A.B., Nikitin E.I., Pashkov D.A., Nozirzoda Sh.S.

“…Based on the specified parameters of the cross-section of a semi-convex knife, a system of equations has been developed that makes it possible, depending on the rational geometric characteristics of the cutting edge, to determine the trajectory of points on it. …”
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Semi-supervised Federated Learning for Digital Twin 6G-enabled IIoT: A Bayesian estimated approach by Yuanhang Qi, M. Shamim Hossain

“…Digital Twins (DTs), serving as virtual replicas of physical entities, have gained popularity within the realm of IoT due to their capacity to simulate and optimize physical systems in a cost-effective manner. …”
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Integrated Management of Water, Nitrogen, and Genotype Selection for Enhanced Wheat Productivity in Moroccan Arid and Semi-Arid Regions by Ilham Khlila, Aziz Baidani, Oussama Hnizil, Ali Amamou

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Optimizing humanitarian aid in Kenya: The synergy between lean-agile supply chains and organizational characteristics by Erastus Nyile, Noor Ismail Shale, Anthony Osoro

“…Despite high donor funding, Kenya’s Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) face persistent inefficiencies, underscoring the need for localized capacity-building and multi-stakeholder collaboration. …”
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Classification of grassland community types and palatable pastures in semi-arid savannah grasslands of Kenya using multispectral Sentinel-2 imagery by James M. Muthoka, Pedram Rowhani, Edward E. Salakpi, Heiko Balzter, Heiko Balzter, Alexander S. Antonarakis

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Subsurface drip irrigation reduces weed infestation and irrigation water use while increasing inflorescence and cannabinoid yield in an outdoor tunnel Cannabis sativa L. production... by Christian Büser, Jens Hartung, Simone Graeff-Hönninger

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Experimental and finite element analysis of a two wheeler handlebar subjected to semi active constrained layer damping treatment by Keerthan Krishna, G. T. Mahesha, Sriharsha Hegde, Satish Shenoy Baloor

“…This study is a combination of numerical simulation and experimental data to highlight the effectiveness of semi-active damping systems under different magnetic fields. …”
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The effect of proportional of closed to semi-open space in better use of climatic conditions in the houses of the coastal and foothill of east Gilan by Mahdieh Mirmiran, Masoumeh Fotokian

“…The article first investigates and analyzes how climatic components affect the comfort optimization of houses; Then, by random sampling, it analyzes and evaluates the relationship between the ratio of closed to semi-open space with the range of comfort in the houses of the two regions. …”
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Meteorological data implications modeling on evapotranspiration variability in arid and semi-arid zones in Saudi Arabia using hybrid metaheuristic by Oulad Naoui Noureddine, Sekkoum Mohamed, Cherif El Amine, Ali Alzaed, Meseret Abeje Gedfew, Sherif S. M. Ghoneim, Enas E. Hussein

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A method development for improving the stability of vegetable polyphenol complexes for semi-finished minced meat products with antioxidant effect by A. V. Gerasimov, B. A. Bazhenova, S. D. Zhamsaranova, Yu. Yu. Zabalueva, N. D. Zambulaeva, A. D. Burkhanova

“…Based on the mathematical planning method, an offal paste composition was obtained, which was used to obtain pellets, and the formulation of semi-finished minced meat products with pellets was optimized. …”
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Quality of Family Doctor Contracted Services in Beijing from the Perspective of General Practitioners: A Semi-Structured Interview Study by Cui Yajia, Jin Guanghui

“…We should strengthen policy support, optimize service content and processes, integrate quality evaluation systems with incentive mechanisms, enhance the comprehensive service capabilities of general practitioner GPs and establish efficient home medical familu doctor teams.…”
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Automated Mycoplasma genitalium molecular macrolide resistance detection and nucleic acid target semi-quantitation: patient demographic considerations by Josephine Moore, Trinity Krueger, Amanda Zapp, Stephen C. Lavey, Kimber L. Munson, Irene A. Stafford, Michael E. Newcomb, Brian Mustanski, Erik Munson

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Construction and application of copula-based trivariate standardized river disconnection index for seasonal rivers in arid and semi-arid areas by Qingqing Qi, Zipeng Wang, Zezhong Zhang, Hang Yin, Hexin Lai, Yiyang Zhao, Fei Wang, Kai Feng

“…The index can be applied to monitoring, forecasting, and mitigating ecological river disconnection in arid and semi-arid river systems, and can more accurately and comprehensively grasp the true health status of seasonal rivers, which is of great significance for the sustainable development of seasonal river ecological environment.…”
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Integration of the reptile search algorithm and the adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system enhances standardized precipitation evapotranspiration index forecasting by Zahra Kayhomayoon, Mohammad Javad Bahmani, Sami Ghordoyee Milan, Ommolbanin Bazrafshan, Ronny Berndtsson

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Identifying the critical phosphorus balance for optimizing phosphorus input and regulating soil phosphorus effectiveness in a typical winter wheat–summer maize rotation system in N... by Meng-ze XU, Yu-hong WANG, Cai-e NIE, Gui-pei SONG, Su-ning XIN, Yan-li LU, You-lu BAI, Yin-jie ZHANG, Lei WANG

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Best Practices. Managerial Early Warning System as Best Practice for Project Selection at a Smart Factory by Tine Bertoncel, Ivan Erenda, Maja Meško

“…These factories need to develop and implement a several-stage early warning system that is specific to their industry. The aim of our study is, with the help of semi-structured group interviews, to examine which stages of a managerial early warning system are present in the case of a global innovative supplier in the automotive industry. …”
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Performance assessment of sustainable cooling strategies in canarian Greenhouses: Evaluating earth-to-air heat exchanger and rock-bed systems by Fatima Ezzahra Allali, Hicham Fatnassi, Hassan Demrati, Ahmed Wifaya, Ahmed Aharoune

“…Greenhouse cultivation plays a vital role in enhancing food security, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions. However, maintaining optimal microclimatic conditions for crop growth during the summer months poses significant challenges. …”
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