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Usage of radial basis function neural network for dual-energy radiative detection system for measuring the oil pipelines scale layer
(Elsevier Ltd, 2024-02)Scaling oil pipelines over time leads to issues including diminished flow rates, wasted energy, and decreased efficiency. In order to take preventative measures in a timely manner and avoid the aforementioned issues, it ... -
Setting time, sulfuric acid resistance, and strength development of alkali-activated mortar with slag & fly ash binders
(Elsevier B.V., 2024-03)This study evaluated the effect of initial molar ratios SiO2/Al2O3 and (CaO + SiO2)/Al2O3, on the setting time of mortar with alkali-activated Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GBS) and fly ash (FA) binders. The study ... -
Multi-stage planning of integrated electricity-gas-heating system in the context of carbon emission reduction
(Elsevier Ltd, 2024-03)In order to facilitate the carbon emission reduction to mitigate climate change, this paper proposes a coordinated multi-stage planning strategy for the transmission-level integrated electricity-gas-heating system. The ... -
Towards explainability for AI-based edge wireless signal automatic modulation classification
(Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, 2024-12)With the development of artificial intelligence technology and edge computing technology, deep learning-based automatic modulation classification (AI-based AMC) deployed at edge devices using centralised or distributed ... -
Improving wind speed forecasting at Adama wind farm II in Ethiopia through deep learning algorithms
(Elsevier Ltd, 2024-06)Wind power plays a critical role in supporting Ethiopia's electricity generation, particularly during dry seasons when hydropower availability diminishes. This contribution becomes even more crucial for sustaining industrial ... -
Multi-Objective Assessment and Optimization of a High-Temperature Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell: Steady-State Analysis
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2023-12)The design and operational conditions of high-temperature proton exchange membrane fuel cells (HT-PEMFCs) substantially impact their performance. This model aims to investigate the influence of various parameters on the ... -
A Compact Microwave Quadrature Hybrid Coupler Using Capacitive Composite Lines and Meandered Stubs
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2023-12)In this paper, a new structure of the quadrature hybrid coupler (QHC) with compact size is proposed using capacitive composite lines and meandered open stubs. The proposed coupler works at 1.6 GHz with a 0.4 GHz bandwidth, ... -
Towards increased adoption of furnace bottom ash as sustainable building materials: Characterization, standardization, and applications
(Elsevier Ltd, 2024-04)The global demand for coal is projected to increase in the current decade despite concerns regarding climate change, which will lead to an increasing volume of coal waste products such as furnace bottom ash (FBA). The ... -
Development of a composite model for predicting urban surface temperature distribution in the context of GIS
(Institute of Physics, 2023)In this paper, we present a new model for simulating radiation heat transfer and surface temperatures in urban environments, which is a prerequisite for simulating outdoor mean radiant temperature for pedestrians. We propose ... -
Readjusting the climate change hyperfocus: how expanding the scope of impact categories will affect the evaluation of wood buildings
(Institute of Physics, 2023)The sole focus on reducing the climate impact of dwellings by using wood is neglecting other impacts on nature. Therefore, this study clarifies the potential burden shift by considering ten more impact categories than ... -
Closing the gap to sufficiency-based absolute climate targets for wood buildings
(Institute of Physics, 2023)This research investigated the distribution of the global climate planetary boundary (PB) on a national scale. Then it was distributed to a sector-specific carrying capacity by the principles of acquired rights (grandfathering) ... -
Practical implementation of secondary control principles in an electro-hydraulic speed-variable drive applied to an injection moulding machine
(American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 2023)In this work, a hydraulic state of the art injection molding machine is retrofitted with a dual pump drive. The dual pump drive is an electro-hydraulic speed-variable drive, with focus on high bandwidth control through ... -
Control of hydraulic injection moulding machine with electro-hydraulic variable-speed drive
(American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 2023)In this work an industrial hydraulic injection moulding machine, is retrofitted with a electro-hydraulic variable-speed drive. The focus is placed on the injection cylinder, where the design of the hydraulic system is ... -
Enhancing of uniaxial compressive strength of travertine rock prediction through machine learning and multivariate analysis
(Elsevier B.V., 2023-12)Indirect methods for predicting material properties in rock engineering are vital for assessing elastic mechanical properties. Accurately predicting material properties holds significant importance in rock and geotechnical ... -
Short-Term Scheduling of Cryogenic Energy Storage Systems in Microgrids Considering CHP-Thermal-Heat-Only Units and Plug-in Electric Vehicles
(University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, 2024-08)With the exponential penetration of renewable energy sources (RES), the need for compatible scheduling of these has increased from economic and environmental points of view. Due to the high-efficiency and fast-response ... -
Demonstration of real-time monitoring in smart graded-water supply grid: an institutional case study
(IWA Publishing, 2023)Real-time information on water supply and quality is a crucial asset for planning and managing water resources, infrastructure, and scientific research for sustainable development. In this direction, the innovative concept ... -
FUBA: A fuzzy-based unmanned aerial vehicle behaviour analytics for trust management in flying ad-hoc networks
(John Wiley and Sons Inc, 2023)Flying Ad-Hoc Network (FANET) is a promising ad hoc networking paradigm that can offer new added value services in military and civilian applications. Typically, it incorporates a group of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), ... -
Highly-isolated compact self-diplexing antenna
(Elsevier GmbH, 2024-01)This article introduces a novel low-profile self-duplexing antenna with high isolation for out-band operation applications. The antenna design features two patches, one rectangular and one triangular, both utilizing the ... -
Bi-Directional LSTM-Based COVID-19 Detection Using Clinical Reports
(ISRES Publishing, 2023-07-09)COVID-19 has affected the entire globe with its rapid spreading, causing a high transmission rate. A huge amount of people come in contact with this deadly virus, and early diagnosis of such kind of viruses may save many ... -
Exploring cross-cultural and gender differences in facial expressions: a skin tone analysis using RGB Values
(Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, 2023-12)Facial expressions serve as crucial indicators of an individual's psychological state, playing a pivotal role in face-to-face communication. This research focuses on advancing collaboration between machines and humans by ...