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🌍 Introduction to Hybrid Energy Harvesting

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Continuous monitoring of power transmission lines is vital for ensuring grid reliability, fault detection, and preventive maintenance ⚙️. However, supplying uninterrupted power to monitoring sensors installed on high-voltage lines remains a major challenge. Hybrid Piezoelectric and Photovoltaic Energy Harvesters offer a smart, self-sustaining solution by converting ambient mechanical and solar energy into usable electrical power 🌞⚡. ⚙️ Concept of Hybrid Energy Harvester πŸ”Ή Piezoelectric Energy Harvesting Piezoelectric materials generate electrical energy when subjected to mechanical stress or vibrations. In power lines, wind-induced oscillations, conductor galloping, and electromagnetic vibrations create an ideal environment for piezoelectric transducers 🎯. These devices efficiently convert dynamic motion into electrical signals, especially during low-light or nighttime conditions πŸŒ™. πŸ”Ή Photovoltaic Energy Harvesting Photovoltaic (PV) cells capture solar radiation and transform it ...

❄️ Winter Road Surface Condition Recognition Using Image-to-Image Translation πŸš—

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  Winter road safety is a major challenge in snowy and icy regions, where rapidly changing surface conditions can lead to severe traffic accidents. Winter Road Surface Condition Recognition (WRSCR) aims to automatically identify road states such as snow-covered, icy, wet, or dry surfaces using visual data. By integrating image-to-image translation techniques , this research introduces an intelligent and robust framework that enhances perception accuracy under harsh winter environments. 🧠 Core Concept: Image-to-Image Translation Image-to-image translation is a deep learning approach that transforms images from one domain to another while preserving essential structural features. In this context, it converts complex winter road images into enhanced or normalized representations, reducing visual noise caused by snow glare, low contrast, fog, and lighting variations ❄️✨. πŸ“Έ Data Acquisition and Preprocessing High-resolution road images are collected from vehicle-mounted cameras u...

πŸ† Most Shared Article Awards

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  The Most Shared Article Awards celebrate outstanding articles that spark conversations, inspire minds, and travel far across digital platforms 🌍. These awards recognize content that readers not only enjoy but feel compelled to share, discuss, and recommend within their professional and social networks 🀝. By honoring such impactful work, the awards highlight the true power of ideas in the age of connectivity πŸ“‘. 🌟 Purpose of the Award πŸ”Ή Recognizing Digital Influence This award acknowledges articles that achieve exceptional reach through shares on social media, academic platforms, blogs, and online communities πŸ“ˆ. πŸ”Ή Encouraging Knowledge Dissemination It motivates authors to create meaningful, accessible, and engaging content that bridges knowledge gaps and reaches diverse audiences 🎯. πŸ“ Eligibility Criteria πŸ”Ή Quality & Originality Articles must demonstrate originality, clarity, and relevance, presenting ideas that resonate with a wide readership ✨. πŸ”Ή Shareab...

🌟 Explainable AI Models for Blast-Induced Air Overpressure Prediction Incorporating Meteorological Effects πŸ’₯🌦️

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  Blast-induced air overpressure is a critical safety concern in mining, construction blasting, and defense operations πŸ’£. Accurate prediction of air overpressure helps prevent structural damage, environmental impact, and human discomfort πŸ—️πŸ‘·‍♂️. Traditional empirical models often fail to capture complex nonlinear interactions between blast parameters and atmospheric conditions 🌍. Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI) emerges as a powerful solution by combining predictive accuracy with interpretability πŸ€–✨. 🧠 Role of Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI) Explainable AI focuses on transparent machine learning models that reveal how and why predictions are made πŸ”πŸ“Š. Unlike black-box models, XAI techniques such as SHAP, LIME, and decision trees allow engineers to understand the influence of input variables on air overpressure outcomes 🧩. This enhances trust, reliability, and regulatory acceptance of AI-driven blast prediction systems ✔️. πŸ’₯ Blast-Induced Air Overpre...

🩺 A Low-Cost, Do-It-Yourself Laparoscopic Simulator for Basic Surgery Training

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 Laparoscopic surgery demands exceptional hand–eye coordination, spatial awareness, and precision. However, access to commercial laparoscopic simulators is often limited due to high costs and infrastructure requirements πŸ’°. A low-cost, do-it-yourself (DIY) laparoscopic simulator offers an innovative and inclusive solution, enabling surgical trainees to practice essential skills in a safe, repeatable, and stress-free environment πŸ§ πŸ‘. 🧩 2. Concept & Design Principles The simulator is designed to replicate the core ergonomics of minimally invasive surgery while remaining affordable and easy to construct πŸ› ️. Key design elements include: πŸ“¦ A compact training box simulating the abdominal cavity πŸ”¦ Internal lighting for clear visualization πŸ“· A basic camera or smartphone for video feedback 🎯 Entry ports mimicking trocar placement The focus is on functionality over complexity , ensuring effective skill transfer without unnecessary technical barriers. πŸ”§ 3. Asse...

🌳🌿 The Advantage of Tree–Shrub–Grass Vegetation Structures in Urban Green Spaces for Mitigating Atmospheric Pollutant NO₂

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  Rapid urbanization has intensified air pollution, with nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) emerging as a major threat to public health. Emitted mainly from vehicles, power plants, and industrial activities, NO₂ contributes to respiratory illnesses and environmental degradation. Urban green spaces, when designed strategically using tree–shrub–grass (TSG) vegetation structures , act as natural air purifiers 🌬️πŸƒ, offering a sustainable solution to mitigate NO₂ pollution. 🌲 Role of Trees in NO₂ Reduction Trees form the upper canopy layer and play a dominant role in pollutant removal. Their large leaf surface area efficiently absorbs NO₂ through stomata and traps particulate matter on leaf surfaces. Tall trees also alter wind flow patterns, slowing air movement and allowing pollutants to settle and disperse safely. Species with dense foliage and rough leaf textures enhance NO₂ capture, making urban streets and parks healthier environments πŸŒ³πŸ’¨. 🌿 Contribution of Shrubs as Pollution Barri...

Celebrating Impact, Influence & Reader Engagement πŸ’‘πŸ“–

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  The Most Liked Article Awards recognize outstanding written works that resonate deeply with readers across digital and academic platforms. These awards honor authors whose articles generate exceptional appreciation through likes, shares, and positive engagement. Beyond popularity, the award reflects clarity of thought, originality, relevance, and emotional connection with audiences worldwide 🌍✨. 🎯 Recognizing Reader-Driven Excellence This award highlights content that captures attention, sparks discussion, and inspires communities. It values reader voice , making engagement a powerful indicator of quality and influence πŸ‘πŸ’¬. πŸ“Š Measuring Digital Impact Likes, reactions, and interactions are used as benchmarks to evaluate how effectively an article connects with its audience in the digital era πŸ“±πŸ“ˆ. πŸ“ Eligibility Criteria ✍️ Content Quality Articles must demonstrate originality, structured presentation, and meaningful insights supported by facts or experience πŸ”πŸ§ . 🌐...