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The influence of policy incentives on the diffusion of battery-swap** taxis and stations: a coupled evolutionary game model in complex networks
Adopting the battery-swap** approach for new energy taxis may help to reduce energy consumption, cut emissions, and improve the functionality of urban taxis. However, the interplay between corresponding subs...
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Enhancing the sense of place: insights from urban design practices in harbourside regeneration
The UK has made efforts to rebuild its cities’ image through harbourside regeneration projects, aiming to enhance citizens’ sense of local identity in recent decades. This endeavour requires systematic researc...
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Open AccessDesign of intelligent controller for obstacle avoidance and navigation of electric patrol mobile robot based on PLC
Currently, the obstacle avoidance control of patrol robots based on intelligent vision lacks professional controller module assistance. Therefore, this paper proposes a design method of intelligent controller ...
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Chiral nematic cellulose nanocrystals and gluconic acid iridescent films with high flexibility and humidity response
Two novel chiral nematic cellulose nanocrystal (CNC) composite films composed of CNCs, gluconic acid (GA), polyvinyl pyrrolidone or polyacrylamide (CNC-GA-PVP and CNC-GA-PAM) were fabricated mainly by evaporat...
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Long-term Changes in Sulfate and Nitrate Concentrations in Streams in Western Japan Between 1986 and 2023 in Response to Changes in Sulfur and Nitrogen Deposition from the Atmosphere
High levels of atmospheric deposition degrade forest ecosystems and cause ecological problems in streams. The amount of atmospheric deposition in Japan has decreased in recent years, but limited information on...
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Open AccessGasdermin D deficiency aborts myeloid calcium influx to drive granulopoiesis in lupus nephritis
Gasdermin D (GSDMD) is emerging as an important player in autoimmune diseases, but its exact role in lupus nephritis (LN) remains controversial. Here, we identified markedly elevated GSDMD in human and mouse L...
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Different Types of Bone Fractures Observed by Terahertz Time-Domain Spectroscopy
Microcracks are common in compact bone, but their continued propagation can lead to macroscopic fractures. These microcracks cannot be visualized radiographically, necessitating alternative noninvasive methods...
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Study on the Enhancement of Efficiency, Photocatalytic Kinetics, and Mechanism of Trace GO on TiO2 for Cr(VI) Removal Under Visible Light Conditions
This work focuses on the enhancement of removal performance of TiO2 by the introduction of trace amout of GO composite. Among various synthesis methods, it was found that the GO–doped TiO2 by microwave-assisted h...
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Open AccessAtomically dispersed MoNi alloy catalyst for partial oxidation of methane
The catalytic partial oxidation of methane (POM) presents a promising technology for synthesizing syngas. However, it faces severe over-oxidation over catalyst surface. Attempts to modify metal surfaces by inc...
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A zeroing feedback gradient-based neural dynamics model for solving dynamic quadratic programming problems with linear equation constraints in finite time
Gradient-based neural dynamics (GND) models are a classical algorithm for solving optimization problems, but it has non-negligible flaws in solving dynamic problems. In this study, a novel GND model, namely th...
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Open AccessEffect of cognitive behavioral therapy on pain, knee function, and psychological status in patients after primary total knee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis
The clinical efficacy of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) after Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is still controversial, and the purpose of this meta-analysis was to evaluate the effect of CBT on pain, knee fun...
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Open AccessDetermination of viable myocardium through delayed enhancement cardiac magnetic resonance imaging combined with 18F-FDG PET myocardial perfusion/metabolic imaging before CABG
Purpose: Study aims to investigate the consistency of delayed enhancement cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (DE-CMR) and 18F-FDG PET myocardial imaging in evaluating myocardial viability before CABG. Methods: Th...
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Automatic Estimation Of Rock Quality Designation Based On An Improved YOLOv5
Rock quality designation (RQD) characteristics for assessing the degree of rock mass fracture make it a key parameter in rock grading or other rating systems. Traditional core characterization relies on subjec...
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Polycyclic aromatic compounds (PACs) in industrial soils from northwestern of China: occurrence, distribution, exposure risk, and implications on risk-based controls
Some Polycyclic Aromatic Compounds (PACs) such as nitrated-PAHs (NPAHs), oxygenated-PAHs (OPAHs) and methyl-PAHs (MPAHs) have attracted significant concern due to derivatives have greater potential to be more ...
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Open AccessCorrelation between bone density, bone metabolism markers with lipid metabolism markers and body mass index
We aimed to explore the relationship between bone mineral density (BMD), bone metabolism markers, and blood lipid-related indicators, body mass index (BMI) in elderly individuals.
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Robust Tracking Control for Permanent Magnet Linear Synchronous Motors With Unknown Uncertainties via Sliding Mode Approach
This paper proposes a novel robust super-twisting nonsingular fast terminal sliding mode control method for high precision position tracking of permanent magnet linear synchronous motor (PMLSM). Based on the p...
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Deformation Control Standards for the Crown Arch of Large Underground Caverns Considering Uneven Deformation
In response to the lack of clear and available specifications for controlling rock mass deformation in large underground caverns, a study was conducted to establish standards for controlling the deformation of...
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Understanding Motivations for Dating App Use Among Gay and Bisexual Men: Validation, Latent Profile Analysis, and Differences in Health Outcomes
While there has been a proliferation in gay dating app (GDA) use in China, research into their potential effects on health outcomes, particularly mental health outcomes, among gay and bisexual men is lacking. ...
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Open AccessForm factors of decuplet baryons in a covariant quark–diquark approach
The electromagnetic and gravitational form factors of decuplet baryons are systematically studied with a covariant quark–diquark approach. The model parameters are firstly discussed and determined through comp...
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Open AccessClinical efficacy and influencing factors of percutaneous kyphoplasty for osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures: a 10-year follow-up study
To date, few reports have evaluated the long-term outcome of percutaneous kyphoplasty (PKP) for osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCFs) and the factors influencing the long-term outcome of this pr...
