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Inventions, Volume 10, Issue 4

2025 August - 29 articles

Cover Story: In this article, we present a series of student-built experimental systems powered by pneumatic artificial muscles (PAMs), including autonomous vehicles, a walking robot, an orthotic device, and dynamic balancing mechanisms. These biologically inspired actuators, known for their light weight, compliance, and smooth motion, hold strong potential across robotics, rehabilitation, and automation. By integrating PAM-driven platforms into engineering curricula, the authors present a hands-on pedagogical model that bridges theory and practice, equipping students with essential skills in system design, modeling, and control. This approach not only deepens our technical understanding but also inspires innovation in future applications. View this paper
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Articles (29)

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,333 Views
31 Pages

Performance Analysis of a Floating Seawater Desalination Structure Based on Heat Pipes

  • Juan J. Vallejo Tejero,
  • María Martínez Gómez,
  • Francisco J. Muñoz Gutiérrez and
  • Alejandro Rodríguez Gómez

This study presents a comprehensive numerical simulation and thermal performance analysis of a novel modular floating solar still system, featuring integrated heat-pipe vacuum tube collectors, designed for seawater desalination. This innovative syste...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,413 Views
36 Pages

This study introduces a MATrix LABoratory (MATLAB, version R2024b, update 1 (24.2.0.2740171))-based automated system for the detection and measurement of indication areas in coated surfaces, enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of quality control pr...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,703 Views
17 Pages

Optimization of the Photovoltaic Panel Design Towards Durable Solar Roads

  • Peichen Cai,
  • Yutong Chai,
  • Susan Tighe,
  • Meng Wang and
  • Shunde Yin

To improve the mechanical stability and service durability of solar road structures, this study systematically investigates the mechanical response characteristics of photovoltaic panels with different geometric shapes—including triangles, rect...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,002 Views
9 Pages

An Adaptive Bi-Band Doherty PA with Main-Peak Amplifier Swapping and Extended Bandwidth Performance

  • Jorge Julian Moreno Rubio,
  • Edison Ferney Angarita Malaver and
  • Jairo Alonso Mesa Lara

This paper presents the design, implementation, and characterization of a broadband power amplifier (PA) with a reconfigurable architecture, capable of efficient operation across a wide frequency range of 0.2–3.6 GHz. Leveraging Gallium Nitride...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2,129 Views
25 Pages

The classical V-Model has served as the foundational framework for aerospace systems engineering, but its scope terminates upon aircraft certification, creating a significant gap in addressing reliability degradation during operational service. This...

  • Review
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,811 Views
42 Pages

Echoes from Below: A Systematic Review of Cement Bond Log Innovations Through Global Patent Analysis

  • Lim Shing Wang,
  • Muhammad Haarith Firdaous and
  • Pg Emeroylariffion Abas

Maintaining well integrity is essential in the oil and gas industry to prevent environmental hazards, operational risks, and economic losses. Cement bond log (CBL) tools are essential in evaluating cement bonding and ensuring wellbore stability. This...

  • Patent Summary
  • Open Access
1,045 Views
15 Pages

Modernization of the DISA 55D41 Wind Tunnel for Micro-Scale Probe Testing

  • Emilia Georgiana Prisăcariu,
  • Iulian Vlăducă,
  • Oana Maria Dumitrescu,
  • Sergiu Strătilă and
  • Raluca Andreea Roșu

Originally introduced in the 1960s by DISA Elektronik as a calibration tunnel for hot-wire anemometers, the Type 55D41 has now been reengineered into a versatile and modern aerodynamic test platform. While retaining key legacy components, such as the...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,085 Views
17 Pages

Path planning algorithms for mobile robots and autonomous systems have advanced considerably, yet challenges remain in navigating complex environments while satisfying non-holonomic constraints and achieving precise target orientation. Phase portrait...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,755 Views
34 Pages

Optimizing passenger train line planning is a complex task that involves balancing operational costs and passenger service quality. This study investigates the adjustment and optimization of train line plans to better align with passenger demand and...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,257 Views
18 Pages

Implementation of an Academic Learning Module for CNC Manufacturing Technology of the Part ”Double Fixing Fork”

  • Georgiana-Alexandra Moroşanu,
  • Florin-Ioan Moroșanu,
  • Florin Susac,
  • Virgil-Gabriel Teodor,
  • Viorel Păunoiu and
  • Nicuşor Baroiu

The paper presents the CNC manufacturing technology of the ”Double fixing fork” part as a module with educational purpose, being designed as a training support for students and other parties, facilitating the practical learning of CNC pro...

  • Review
  • Open Access
1 Citations
998 Views
22 Pages

The weights and structure determination (WASD) neuronet (or neural network) is a single-hidden-layer feedforward neuronet that exhibits an excellent approximation ability, despite its simple structure. Thanks to its strong generalization, fast speed,...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
984 Views
18 Pages

This study introduces a new method for modeling the nonlinear behavior of adhesively bonded composite steel–concrete T-beam systems. The model characterizes the interfacial behavior between the steel beam and the concrete slab using a strain co...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,334 Views
11 Pages

Prediction of Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events in Atrial Fibrillation: A Comparison Between Machine Learning Techniques and CHA2DS2-VASc Score

  • Pedro Moltó-Balado,
  • Josep-Lluis Clua-Espuny,
  • Silvia Reverté-Villarroya,
  • Victor Alonso-Barberán,
  • Maria Teresa Balado-Albiol,
  • Andrea Simeó-Monzó,
  • Jorge Canela-Royo and
  • Alba del Barrio-González

Background/Objectives: Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a prevalent arrhythmia associated with a high risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACEs). This study aimed to compare the predictive ability of an ML model and the CHA2DS2-VASc score in pred...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,666 Views
21 Pages

Accurate geospatial data are essential for intelligent transportation systems and automated reporting applications, as location precision directly impacts safety analysis and decision-making. GPS devices are now routinely employed by law enforcement...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,129 Views
22 Pages

Audible Noise-Based Hardware System for Acoustic Monitoring in Wind Turbines

  • Gabriel Miguel Castro Martins,
  • Murillo Ferreira dos Santos,
  • Mathaus Ferreira da Silva,
  • Juliano Emir Nunes Masson,
  • Vinícius Barbosa Schettino,
  • Iuri Wladimir Molina and
  • William Rodrigues Silva

This paper presents a robust hardware system designed for future detection of faults in wind turbines by analyzing audible noise signals. Predictive maintenance strategies have increasingly relied on acoustic monitoring as a non-invasive method for i...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
4,148 Views
33 Pages

The objective of this study is to design, develop, and analyze a tri-wheeled trolley integrated with a motor that incorporates adjustable and foldable features. The purpose of a trolley is to allow users to easily transport items from one place to an...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,462 Views
20 Pages

Data security is of the utmost importance in the domain of real-time environmental monitoring systems, particularly when employing advanced context-aware intelligent visual analytics. This paper addresses a significant deficiency in the Global System...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,752 Views
11 Pages

Custom-Tailored Radiology Research via Retrieval-Augmented Generation: A Secure Institutionally Deployed Large Language Model System

  • Michael Welsh,
  • Julian Lopez-Rippe,
  • Dana Alkhulaifat,
  • Vahid Khalkhali,
  • Xinmeng Wang,
  • Mario Sinti-Ycochea and
  • Susan Sotardi

Large language models (LLMs) show promise in enhancing medical research through domain-specific question answering. However, their clinical application is limited by hallucination risk, limited domain specialization, and privacy concerns. Public LLMs...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,197 Views
18 Pages

Short-Term Forecasting of Total Aggregate Demand in Uncontrolled Residential Charging with Electric Vehicles Using Artificial Neural Networks

  • Giovanni Panegossi Formaggio,
  • Mauro de Souza Tonelli-Neto,
  • Danieli Biagi Vilela and
  • Anna Diva Plasencia Lotufo

Electric vehicles are gaining attention and being adopted by new users every day. Their widespread use creates a new scenario and challenge for the energy system due to the high energy storage demands they generate. Forecasting these loads using arti...

  • Patent Summary
  • Open Access
1 Citations
854 Views
14 Pages

This paper introduces an automated calibration system for color filters used in quantitative schlieren imaging, developed in response to prior findings highlighting the need for automation to reduce calibration time, minimize human error, and improve...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,579 Views
9 Pages

TinyML-Based Swine Vocalization Pattern Recognition for Enhancing Animal Welfare in Embedded Systems

  • Tung Chiun Wen,
  • Caroline Ferreira Freire,
  • Luana Maria Benicio,
  • Giselle Borges de Moura,
  • Magno do Nascimento Amorim and
  • Késia Oliveira da Silva-Miranda

The automatic recognition of animal vocalizations is a valuable tool for monitoring pigs’ behavior, health, and welfare. This study investigates the feasibility of implementing a convolutional neural network (CNN) model for classifying pig voca...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
2,110 Views
28 Pages

A Multi-Ray Channel Modelling Approach to Enhance UAV Communications in Networked Airspace

  • Fawad Ahmad,
  • Muhammad Yasir Masood Mirza,
  • Iftikhar Hussain and
  • Kaleem Arshid

In recent years, the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, has significantly surged across civil, military, and commercial sectors. Ensuring reliable and efficient communication between UAVs and between UAVs and base stati...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2,171 Views
38 Pages

Exploring a Blockchain-Empowered Framework for Enhancing the Distributed Agile Software Development Testing Life Cycle

  • Muhammad Shoaib Farooq,
  • Junaid Nasir Qureshi,
  • Fatima Ahmed,
  • Momina Shaheen and
  • Sameena Naaz

Revolutionizing distributed agile software testing, we propose BCTestingPlus, a groundbreaking blockchain-based platform. In the traditional distributed agile software testing lifecycle, software testing has suffered from a lack of trust, traceabilit...

  • Article
  • Open Access
662 Views
19 Pages

This article proposes a 3D mathematical model of the influence of electrical heterogeneity of the ion exchange membrane surface on the processes of salt ion transfer in membrane systems with axial symmetry; in particular, we investigate an annular me...

  • Review
  • Open Access
3 Citations
5,533 Views
22 Pages

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder leading to movement impairment, cognitive decline, and psychiatric symptoms. Key manifestations of PD include bradykinesia (the slowness of movement), changes in voice or spee...

  • Article
  • Open Access
825 Views
20 Pages

Ammonia is a critical compound for numerous industrial processes; however, the conventional methods for its production present substantial environmental challenges. Co-producing biofuels and ammonia from biomass through anaerobic digestion offers a p...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2,795 Views
22 Pages

Intelligent Mobile-Assisted Language Learning: A Deep Learning Approach for Pronunciation Analysis and Personalized Feedback

  • Fengqin Liu,
  • Korawit Orkphol,
  • Natthapon Pannurat,
  • Thanat Sooknuan,
  • Thanin Muangpool,
  • Sanya Kuankid and
  • Montri Phothisonothai

This paper introduces an innovative mobile-assisted language-learning (MALL) system that harnesses deep learning technology to analyze pronunciation patterns and deliver real-time, personalized feedback. Drawing inspiration from how the human brain p...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
2,718 Views
40 Pages

Parametric Evaluation of Soil Nail Configurations for Sustainable Excavation Stability Using Finite Element Analysis

  • Omid Bahramipour,
  • Reza Moezzi,
  • Farhad Mahmoudi Jalali,
  • Reza Yeganeh Khaksar and
  • Mohammad Gheibi

The advancement of sustainable infrastructure relies on innovative design and computational modeling techniques to optimize excavation stability. This study introduces a novel approach to soil nail configuration optimization using finite element anal...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,526 Views
17 Pages

This article presents a series of innovative systems developed through student laboratory projects, comprising two autonomous vehicles, a quadrupedal walking robot, an active ankle-foot orthosis, a ball-on-beam balancing mechanism, a ball-on-plate sy...

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