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A numerical simulation of the circular cylinder as an obstacle in a double forward-facing (DFFS) step was performed. The size and position of the upstream cylinder (c₁) and downstream cylinder (c₂) were varied to explore their role in heat transfer i...

We experimentally explored the modulation of various forward- and backward-facing topographic steps on the wake and power output of a wind turbine model. The sharp surface changes located in the vicinity of the turbine tower consisted of steps $\&Delta$...

Physics-informed neural networks (PINNs) are gaining traction as surrogate models for fluid dynamics problems, combining machine learning with physics-based constraints. This study investigates the impact of labeled data on the performance of paramet...

This study aims to investigate the thermal behavior and aerodynamic phenomena in a heated channel with varied rib configurations using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations. Incorporating ribs in such systems enhances heat transfer and incre...

As the need for handling complex geometries in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) grows, efficient and accurate mesh generation techniques become paramount. This study presents an adaptive mesh refinement (AMR) technology based on cell-based Cartesia...

Solving the Euler equations often requires expensive computations of complex, high-order time derivatives. Although Taylor Discontinuous Galerkin (TDG) schemes are renowned for their accuracy and stability, directly evaluating third-order tensor deri...

In this article, we detail the advantages of self-face identification latencies over more traditional tests of mirror self-recognition. Using reaction time latencies (measured in milliseconds) to identify different dimensions of the self, instead of...

During the mining process of fully-mechanized caving faces, the roof of the roadway behind the working face easily forms an arched-shape hanging roof structure with the working face pushed forward, which results in potential hazards such as gas accum...

Stepping to recover balance is an important way we avoid falling. However, when faced with obstacles in the step path, we must adapt such reactions. Physical obstructions are typically detected through vision, which then cues step modification. The p...

Laminar flow over a modified backward-facing step (BFS) was studied experimentally and computationally, with the results compared to a flight test on a Piper Cherokee wing. The BFS was modified with a serrated spanwise variation while maintaining a c...

PBL is a widely used teaching approach that is increasingly incorporating digital components. Although, by its nature, a face-to-face approach is the preferred mode of delivery, its digital counterpart is gaining ground. The current paper discusses t...

Eating disorder treatment was predominantly provided online during the COVID-19 pandemic, which has continued into the post-pandemic world. This mixed method study explored young person, parent/caregiver, and clinician experiences of child and adoles...

The gravity forward modeling algorithm is a compute-intensive method and is widely used in scientific computing, particularly in geophysics, to predict the impact of subsurface structures on surface gravity fields. Traditional implementations rely on...

Face liveness detection is a critical preprocessing step in face recognition for avoiding face spoofing attacks, where an impostor can impersonate a valid user for authentication. While considerable research has been recently done in improving the ac...

Despite the importance of integrated recreation cities (IRC) to the wellbeing of individuals, families, and society, there is only one IRC which is under development in Saudi Arabia (KSA). This research aims to study the potential contributions of IR...

During the underground mining of coal resources, the rock pressure emerges acutely and the mine geological disasters occur frequently. It is of great significance to grasp the manifestation law of rock pressure in time to guide the safety production...

This study aims at the problems of the difficulty in controlling the stability of the surrounding rock and the high-impact danger of knife handle-type working face mining. We take the I010206 working face of Kuangou Coal Mine in Xinjiang as the engin...

It is widely acknowledged that the integration of BIM and GIS data is a crucial step forward for future 3D city modelling, but most of the research conducted so far has covered only the high-level and semantic aspects of GIS-BIM integration. This pap...

We synthesized various phosphonium- and ammonium-based ionic liquids (ILs), using benzenesulfonate (BS) and 4-methylbenzenesulfonate (MBS) to establish the criteria for designing an ideal draw solute in a forward osmosis (FO) system. Additionally, th...

Currently, basketball teams use inertial devices for monitoring external and internal workload demands during training and competitions. However, the intensity thresholds preset by device manufacturers are generic and not adapted for specific sports...

The features and appearance of the human face are affected greatly by aging. A human face is an important aspect for human age identification from childhood through adulthood. Although many traits are used in human age estimation, this article discus...

Sustainability in the water sector in Europe is a major concern, and compliance with the current legislation alone does not seem to be enough to face major challenges like climate change or population growth and concentration. The greatest potential...

Background: Given that the temporal bone is one of the most complex regions of the human body, cadaveric dissection of this anatomical area represents the first necessary step for the learning and training of the young oto-surgeon in order to perform...

Numerous regions across the globe are facing water shortage challenges, and domestic water demands are predicted to grow vastly by 2050. In this regard, household water-saving measures are critical to adapt to future risks. Few studies have evaluated...

As a consequence of the global health emergency in early 2020, universities had to tackle a sudden shift in their teaching–learning strategies so that the preset competences could be fulfilled. This study presents the learning outcomes of the impleme...

Jumping robots possess the capability to surmount formidable obstacles and are well-suited for navigating through complex terrain environments. However, most of the existing jumping robots face challenges in achieving stable jumping and they also hav...

Anion modification and trace metal doping have been widely demonstrated to have unique advantages in regulating both electrocatalytic activity and the electronic structure of non-precious metal materials. Developing a simple and practical preparation...

Potyvirus diseases are one of the main challenges facing the production of yam (Dioscorea spp.). The objective of this study was to identify the potyviruses present in the Dioscorea spp. germplasm collection at Instituto de Investigaciones de Viandas...

Cancer is a multifaceted disease characterised by uncontrolled cellular proliferation and metastasis, resulting in significant global mortality. Current therapeutic strategies, including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, face challenges s...

European cities are motivated to act towards the achievement of climate-neutral mobility solutions. Often, though, they are facing many challenges when bringing (innovative) sustainable mobility solutions forward. Capacity building that fills the ski...

In this article, social-economic, legal and ecological perspectives on effectiveness of water quality governance and their interactions have been studied. Worldwide, authorities are facing the challenge of restoring and preserving aquatic ecosystems...

Though there are a great number of studies of the Monastery of El Escorial, the surrounding buildings built in the 16th century have gone almost unnoticed. Among them, the Botica or Apothecary was designed by a disciple of Juan de Herrera and still a...

Complex systems often face significant challenges in both efficiency and performance when making long-term degradation predictions. To address these issues, this paper proposes a predictive architecture based on multi-output sparse probabilistic mode...

Ferroelectret nanogenerators (FENGs) have garnered attention due to their unique porous structure and excellent piezoelectric performance. However, most existing FENGs lack sufficient stretchability and flexibility, limiting their application in the...

Common issues aqueous-based vanadium redox flow batteries (VRFBs) face include low cell voltage due to water electrolysis side reactions and highly corrosive and environmentally unfriendly electrolytes (3 to 5 M sulfuric acid). Therefore, this invest...

From multiple studies conducted through the FCDO AT2030 Programme, as well as key literature, we examine whether Assistive Technology (AT) provision models could look towards more sustainable approaches, and by doing this benefit not only the environ...

This paper presents the basic principles for the integration of the water and carbon footprints cost into the resource and environmental costs respectively, taking the suggestions set by the Water Framework Directive (WFD) 2000/60/EC one step forward...

Despite numerous challenges in relation to being a recently established school, the University of California, Irvine (UCI) School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SPPS), similar to many schools of pharmacy in the United States, was highly com...

The Indonesian maritime territory harbors a rich diversity of marine resources, making up approximately 37% of global fish species diversity. Tuna, particularly in Maluku Province, stands out as a vital economic asset with growing production and expo...

Collaboration is an important 21st Century skill. Co-located (or face-to-face) collaboration (CC) analytics gained momentum with the advent of sensor technology. Most of these works have used the audio modality to detect the quality of CC. The CC qua...

The approach for the diagnosis and treatment of interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) has changed in recent years, mainly for the identification of new entities, such as interstitial lung abnormalities (ILAs) and progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF). Cli...

As an essential step in 3D reconstruction, stereo matching still faces unignorable problems due to the high resolution and complex structures of remote sensing images. Especially in occluded areas of tall buildings and textureless areas of waters and...

Recently, underwater wireless sensor networks (UWSNs) have been considered as a powerful technique for many applications. However, acoustic communications in UWSNs bring in huge QoS issues for time-critical applications. Additionally, excessive contr...

Effective stakeholder engagement is fundamental to water management, yet there are as many approaches to consultation as there are efforts. This paper provides an evaluation of, and lessons learned from three water management engagement processes, an...

Coastal dikes have been built for millennia to protect inhabited lands from exceptional high tides and storm events. Currently, many European countries are developing specific programs to integrate the construction of new dikes (or the raising of exi...

The sexual health of young people during the youth age period is of utmost importance, as it sets the stage for sexual well-being over the life course. In addition to the existing challenges that youth face concerning their sexual health, electronic...

Breast cancer remains a leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women, emphasizing the critical need for early detection and monitoring techniques. Conventional imaging modalities such as mammography, MRI, and ultrasound have face sensitivity, s...

Temporary housing plays a critical role in disaster response and recovery by providing a temporary home for displaced people before they return to their permanent residence. In recent years, temporary housing has faced three primary dilemmas related...

Hydrophilic Interaction Liquid Chromatography (HILIC) chromatography is widely applied in metabolomics as a complementary strategy to reverse phase chromatography. Nevertheless, it still faces several issues in terms of peak shape and compounds ioniz...

NAFLD is the most common chronic liver disease worldwide, occurring in both obese and lean patients. It can lead to life-threatening liver diseases and nonhepatic complications, such as cirrhosis and cardiovascular diseases, that burden public health...