Underactuated Spatial Mechanism of Vehicle Door Latch with Force Constraint by Sulong Li, Lubin Hang, Mingyuan Wang, Xiaojie Huang

“…Aiming at less space occupation，efficient driving and high-end multi-function of the door latch release branch chain，the type synthesis of single loop spatial mechanism is carried out，and the RRRSR mechanism which could realize power release is obtained. …”
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Numerical Analysis of the Preloading Consolidation of the Soft Foundation with a Plastic Drainage Plate by Linjie Li, Shuaidong Yang, Tong Su

“…The permeability coefficient and void ratio are related to the stress state of the soil, which manifests as the temporal and spatial variability of consolidation. …”
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Stability and Optimal Control Analysis for a Fractional-Order Industrial Virus-Propagation Model Based on SCADA System by Luping Huang, Dapeng Gao, Shiqiang Feng, Jindong Li

“…As is known to all, there is no unified method to establish a Lyapunov function. In this paper, by constructing an appropriate Lyapunov function and applying the method of undetermined coefficients, we prove the global asymptotic stability for all possible equilibrium points. …”
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Bankruptcy rules and sustainable water management: A MODSIM-NSGAII simulation multi-objective optimization framework for equitable transboundary water allocation by Bentolhoda Asl-Rousta, S. Jamshid Mousavi

“…This study addresses these challenges by introducing a new optimal bankruptcy rule (OpPro rule) through a simulation-optimization model (MODSIM-NSGAII), where MODSIM simulates the spatial and temporal variability of water resources, and the NSGA-II optimization algorithm includes two objective functions of maximizing basin-wide ecological sustainability and maximizing economic efficiency reflecting ''equitable and reasonable utilization'' of water. …”
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Robust IoT Activity Recognition via Stochastic and Deep Learning by Xuewei Wang, Shihao Wang, Xiaoxi Zhang, Chunsheng Li

“…Additionally, our framework incorporates IoT security measures designed to safeguard data integrity and privacy, marking a significant advancement over existing methods in both efficiency and effectiveness.…”
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Factors Determining Trade Credit Dynamics During Crisis: Panel Data Analysis for Macedonian Firms by F. Deari, V. V. Lakshina

“…The study includes a review of the literature on commercial credit factors; elaborately analyzed descriptive statistics of the collected data and dependent variable variance; tests for unobservable effects and their functional form; evaluation of panel regression and interpretation of the results. …”
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Improvement of Calculation Technique for Flexible Orthotropic Plates on Elastic Base. Part 1: Calculation Theory by O. V. Kozunova

“…In nonlinear calculations, when finding the variable (secant) stiffness for the Zhemochkin section,  at each iteration, the “stiffness – curvature” dependence is used for each of the X and Y directions, approximated by a nonlinear function, the nature of the dependence of which graphically indicates the nonlinear-elastic operation of the orthotropic plate and its deformation taking into account crack formation and crack opening. …”
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Reverse Active Modification Method of Tooth Profile for RV Reducer Cycloidal Gear by Xiaotao An, Tianxing Li, Chunrong Xing, Guofeng Wang, Meng Tian

“…></graphic></alternatives></inline-formula> of the parabolic modification method are taken as the modification variables of the tooth profile, and the mathematical model of the reverse modification of the tooth profile is established with the minimum transmission error as the objective function. …”
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Words of Mouth on Destination Images and Intentions to Revisit

“…These results highlight the critical function of EWOM in reinforcing positive destination perceptions and encouraging repeat visits. …”
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Road Permeability Index as a tool for mitigation planning of road impacts on wildlife in Colombia: a case study using mammals by Fabio Leonardo Meza-Joya

“…The influence of 12 landscape variables on the permeability of each functional group was assessed at 30 locations along the road. …”
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New Approach of Blind Adaptive Equalizer Based on Genetic Algorithms by Caroline A. D. Silva, Marcelo A. C. Fernandes

“…Unlike traditional methods that rely on linear programming and suffer from local minima issues, this technique utilizes a stochastic linear programming cost function with GAs for robust optimization. The proposed method termed Blind Linear Equalizer based on genetic algorithm (BLE-GA) enhances performance by leveraging a GA’s ability to handle stochastic variables, offering rapid convergence and resilience against signal noise and inter-symbol interference. …”
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Hybrid Multi-Granularity Approach for Few-Shot Image Retrieval with Weak Features by Aiguo Lu, Zican Li, Yanwei Liu, Pandi Liu, Ke Wang

“…The algorithm designs a feature extraction method (AugODNet_BRA) rooted in image augmentation, which efficiently captures high-level semantic features of images with few samples, small targets, and weak features through unsupervised learning. …”
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Color image hybrid noise filtering algorithm based on deep convolution neural network by Yongfei Yu, Yuanjian Yan

“…Then, the probability density function and noise probability density function of Gaussian noise are calculated to determine the hybrid noise feature points of color image. …”
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On optimization of substrate removal in a bioreactor with wall attached and suspended bacteria by Alma Mašić, Hermann J. Eberl

“…In applications, the initial state, however, is often unknown and therefore the efficiency of reactor optimization, compared to the uncontrolled system with constant flow rate, is limited.…”
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Research on digital matching methods integrating user intent and patent technology characteristics by Jianwei Yang, Yi Wang, Bonan Zang, Min Peng, George Torrens

“…Abstract The hierarchical analysis of user needs, function mapping, and the intelligent extraction and matching of related product patent technical features are crucial for seeking innovative design solutions and improving design efficiency. …”
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Optimization by RSM of reinforced concrete domes with meridian ribs, under static loading. by Logzit N., Raouache E., Bentoumi M., Bentoumi A., Khababa I.

“…Ultimately, a cost-oriented objective function is derived, incorporating a load-bearing capacity coefficient. …”
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Predicting Wastewater Characteristics Using Artificial Neural Network and Machine Learning Methods for Enhanced Operation of Oxidation Ditch by Igor Gulshin, Nikolay Makisha

“…This study investigates the operational efficiency of the lab-scale oxidation ditch (OD) functioning in simultaneous nitrification and denitrification modes, focusing on forecasting biochemical oxygen demand (BOD₅) concentrations over a five-day horizon. …”
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COMPARING GAUSSIAN AND EPANECHNIKOV KERNEL OF NONPARAMETRIC REGRESSION IN FORECASTING ISSI (INDONESIA SHARIA STOCK INDEX) by Yuniar Farida, Ida Purwanti, Nurissaidah Ulinnuha

“…The analysis results obtained the best method in predicting ISSI values, namely nonparametric kernel regression using Nadaraya-Watson estimator and Gaussian kernel function with the MAPE value of 15% and the coefficient of determination of 85%. …”
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Optimum Design of RC Beams Strengthened with Externally Bonded FRP Using Pattern Search by Noor Mohammed Sheet, Baraa J. M. AL-Eliwi, Rabi M. Najem

“…The design process involved an objective function that represents the cost function of the optimum solution and design variables that define the optimum dimensions of the beam and FRP material, such as beam width, effective beam depth, FRP strip thickness, FRP strips spacing, and FRP strip width, according to the design constraints of the ACI 440-2R-17 code. …”
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The effects of IT capability and distribution competence on business performance of retailers in Omnichannel by Anh T.D. Nguyen

“…To maintain the effectiveness of business operations, increase customer value and enhance competitive advantage, retailers should generate the efficiency of IT and distribution functions. Contribution: Omnichannel is a relatively new channel in Vietnam. …”
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