Technology & Engineering - General

This reprint aims to engage readers with the latest advancements in computational modeling and experimental measurement for quantifying hemodynamics in human vascular systems, derived from medical imaging data. The key topics include patient-specific blood flow modeling in arteries, intracranial aneurysms, and coronary stents. Cutting-edge...

Fire suppression has always been an important research area in fire science. Extinguishing fires has been a problem since humans learned to use fire. This Special Issue is a collection of scholarly papers that delve deeply into the field of fire science, covering multiple...

The world has witnessed the rapid development of autonomous marine vehicles, leading to created fruitful innovative approaches to previously unsolvable problems in marine science and engineering. This reprint focuses on research related to the operation of autonomous marine vehicles. This reprint addresses motion control...

The aim of the following reprint is to explore and showcase the recent advances and interdisciplinary approaches within the field of human-robot interaction (HRI) and artificial intelligence (AI). This reprint features a selection of distinguished studies, ranging from the development of new methodologies in...

The mechanization of agricultural works has greatly contributed to an improvement in agricultural productivity and a reduction in production costs. Since the beginning of mechanization, various kinds of agricultural machinery related to soil preparation, sowing, harvesting, post-harvesting, etc., have been developed. Moreover, customized agricultural...

This Special Issue is dedicated to the latest developments in the field of sustainable construction through the utilization of optimization tools and experimental methods. On the one hand, this Special Issue aims to publish influential and innovative articles that deal with the challenges of...

This reprint focuses on the development of sustainable cementitious composites, either by the replacement of natural aggregates with recycled aggregates or by the use of sustainable binding technologies that constitute a viable alternative to Portland cement.Author: Miguel BravoISBN-10: 3725823286ISBN-13: 9783725823284Publisher: Mdpi AGLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/23/2024Pages:...

The construction industry is considered one of the most important sectors of socio-economic development. However, its dynamism gives rise to two major environmental issues: (i) a significant increase of construction and demolition waste (CDW), which represents more than 30% of the solid waste generated...

RFID opens new frontiers in society and industry, where a wide range of RFID-enabled applications are emerging in smart industries, logistics, smart cities, smart healthcare, safety, and security, among others. RFID involves multidisciplinary areas of research and development, encompassing a broad spectrum of science...

Electrical machines and drives are among the most important components used in a wide range of applications, such as industry, transportation, power systems, etc. In addition, at present, their development is a pressing challenge, as people concentrate on efficiency improvements together with material and...

The present reprint contains the 12 articles accepted and published in a Special Issue of the MDPI journal Drones entitled "Intelligent Recognition and Detection for Unmanned Systems, 2023"; this Special Issue covers a wide range of topics connected to the theory and application of...

The special issue focuses on the techniques for 3D reconstruction and mobile mapping in urban environments by using remote sensing due to the rapid development of new instruments for data acquisitions, perspective invariant algorithms for feature matching, efficient SfM- and SLAM-based solutions for image...

Water-lubricated bearings have many advantages, such as high cleanliness, high reliability, high specific heat capacity, high efficiency and high vibration resistance. Thanks to experimental and numerical research that has been conducted on water-lubricated bearings, the main performance characteristics have been mastered, and mature structural...

Recent earthquakes, such as the Osaka-Kobe earthquake (1995) and the Wenchuan earthquake (2008), have challenged earthquake engineering and its application. This Special Issue focuses on current developments in earthquake engineering, including ground motion characteristics, soil and foundation dynamics, wave propagation, the behavior of structures,...

This Special Issue Reprint focuses on the study of the preparation phase of earthquakes, searching for possible coupling between the lithosphere, atmosphere, and ionosphere before their occurrences. The topic is afforded by investigating data from the lithosphere (earthquakes' catalogs and seismic tomography), atmospheric parameters-especially...

Green composites aiming to find ecofriendly ingredients and save natural resources have been widely investigated for years using agricultural and industrial wastes and by-products, natural biomaterials, etc. Besides the basic mechanical performance of green composites, the life-cycle performance of green composites under single/multiple environmental...

This Special Issue of Materials presents a comprehensive exploration of eco- and biomaterials, focusing on their experimental research and computational analysis. As sustainability becomes a critical focus in engineering and medical fields, this collection highlights the innovative use of natural and synthetic materials that...

Shock-dominated flow is frequently encountered in high-speed aircraft and engines, and its flow characteristics directly determine the aerodynamic performance of the aircraft and engines. Due to the strong discontinuity and pressurization properties of shock waves, the shock-dominant flow exhibits strong non-linearity, strong inviscid-viscous interaction,...

"Performance-Related Material Properties of Asphalt Mixture Components (Second Edition)" is a comprehensive compilation of 14 research papers that explore the latest advancements in pavement engineering. This Reprint focuses on the performance-related properties of asphalt mixtures and pavements, offering valuable insights into the factors that...

The ongoing evolution in transportation planning necessitates a multifaceted approach to policy design and decision-making, incorporating technological advancements and changing societal needs. This Special Issue of Systems on "Decision Making and Policy Analysis in Transportation Planning" showcases pioneering research that addresses the critical elements...

This reprint provides a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in the field of wearable technology, addressing critical gaps and challenges in various applications. The research compiled in this reprint spans across multiple domains, including healthcare, security, localization, and user experience. Key contributions include...

Diagnostic investigations will help eliminate damage to power equipment insulation components, effectively reducing and even eliminating catastrophic failures, avoiding the accompanying environmental pollution. Conducting measurements using various sensor types and modern and innovative solutions allows for the ongoing monitoring of the condition of electrical...

Countries all over the world regard the development of new energy represented by wind power and photovoltaic power as the key way to achieve low-carbon and green development. The scale of global new energy power generation continues to grow, and the integration of high-penetration...

This collection of papers covers a number of topics related to the astronomical optics. In particular, it describes proposed ground-based and space instruments, novel optical design concepts, telescopes alignment techniques, cryogenic systems for astronomy, adaptive optics and mirror polishing. In total, it comprises 15...

The purpose of this reprint is to immerse the reader in the latest research in the fields of vehicles and electric power systems. Leading experts in both the industrial and academic communities share their insights, research findings, and visions for the research topics, including,...

Proteins and RNAs are vital components of cellular machinery, playing diverse roles from structural functions to regulating signaling pathways and cellular processes. Their involvement is especially critical during development and in response to environmental stimuli, influencing growth, differentiation, immune responses, and other key biological...

The Special Issue, entitled "Energy Implications of Thermal Comfort in Buildings considering Climate Change", addresses the critical nexus between energy efficiency and thermal comfort in buildings, particularly in the context of global climate change. This compilation presents cutting-edge research and innovative strategies aimed at...

This reprint delves into the forefront of research on optimizing and maximizing energy control systems for wave energy converters (WECs). It explores the significant advancements and challenges in the field, emphasizing the importance of control systems in enhancing energy efficiency and reducing costs. The...

The reprints on "Smart Manufacturing & Automation Control Systems for Industry 4.0/5.0" provides a comprehensive examination of the latest advancements and innovations in the fields of smart manufacturing and automation control. This Special Issue gathers extended papers from the 3rd IFSA Winter Conference on...

This Reprint provided a platform for researchers to share their latest findings and insights on sustainable maritime transportation. It covers a wide range of topics related to sustainable maritime transportation, including the following: Green shipping technologies: it explores the latest developments in green shipping...

Orthogonal polynomials and special functions are two well-established streams of research in mathematical sciences. As is well known, they are considered classical and have seen many very interesting developments throughout the centuries, extending to original approaches and in-depth studies of the theoretical and/or applied...

Unveiling the physical properties of the Earth's ionosphere is crucial for the comprehension of the dynamic processes occurring within it across various spatial and temporal scales. This is essential for comprehending numerous phenomena associated with Space Weather. The ionosphere, composed of ions and electrons,...

This reprint has captured the breadth of research on fractional calculus applications in various robotic systems. This reprint highlights fractional calculus's numerous and diverse applications in improving robotic systems, emphasizing its importance in modern robotics research and development. Researchers have addressed complex problems with...

Biomass and biowaste are a storehouse of a wide variety of valuable compounds, and their conversion to energy and bioproducts, platform chemicals, biofuels, etc., offer a multifaceted approach to addressing some of the most pressing global challenges, including climate change, waste management, and sustainable...

Additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, utilizes a layer-by-layer deposition process, offering numerous advantages over traditional manufacturing methods such as enhanced geometric versatility, reduced material wastage, and expedited production cycles. This reprint explores the significant advancements in the additive manufacturing of alloys and...

Sustainable construction projects encompass new eco-materials and techniques for the construction and retrofitting of materials during operation. Simultaneously, environmental protection issues augment the complexity of construction and maintenance projects, thus resulting in a greater need for advanced management and decision-making tools and techniques. This...

deep learning; neural network; image enhancement; visual quality assessment; image classification; visual understandingThis Topical Collection focuses on fundamental and applied research on deep learning based visual sensing, imaging and video processing. Deep learning techniques have shown their capabilities to discover knowledge from massive unstructured...

The following reprint, "Digital Image Processing: Advanced Technologies and Applications", explores modern methods in the field of digital image processing. It brings together a collection of research and studies that highlight the latest technological advancements and practical applications. Covering a wide range of topics,...

Due to dramatic increases in data traffic over the last decade, there has been growing interest in enhancing system performance levels in data communications and networking. Moreover, data are represented in various digital forms, such as text, voice, or video. As data capacity continues...

Adhesive bonding is considered to be one of the key technologies for the development of many applications, including automotive, aerospace, medical, mechanical, civil, and light-weight transport applications, for a future with limited resources and increasing environmental concerns. Nowadays, there is no doubt that adhesive...

This reprint collects the research articles published in the Special Issue "Injection Molding of Polymers and Polymer Composites". Injection molding is a versatile and efficient process used to fabricate structural and functional components for industrial applications. This reprint provides a collection of articles concerning...

Magnetic actuators are actuators which use magnetic force, or Lorentz force, and they are widely used in industry, defense, aviation, the aerospace industry, and daily life. Magnetic actuators integrate electromagnetism, electronic technology, superconducting and cryogenic technology, control engineering, signal processing, mechanics, and dynamics. They...

As an important aspect of modern agriculture, horticulture plays a crucial role in beautifying the environment and enriching human nutrition. Now, due to the application of intelligent devices in all aspects of agriculture, horticulture-an agricultural form that requires more refined management and operation-has begun...

The main objective of this Special Issue is to compile recent research and development efforts contributing to the design and application of new energy technology on special vehicles, tractors, forestry and agricultural machinery, etc. High-quality papers that explore these areas and provide different solutions...

In the design of modern ship and offshore structures, one of the key issues is the accurate prediction of strength under various load conditions, especially impact, ultimate and fatigue strength. This Reprint contains an advanced analysis of marine structures and recent advances in the...

This reprint delves into the intricate world of maritime operations and security, highlighting the complexities and challenges involved in maintaining the safety and cleanliness of shipping. The main themes of the chapters presented revolve around various facets of maritime operations and security, focusing on...

This chapter provides an in-depth analysis of circular economy strategies and their transformative potential for sustainable development. By moving beyond the traditional linear economic model of take-make-dispose, the circular economy emphasizes resource efficiency, waste reduction, and the regeneration of natural systems. This chapter covers...

This reprint, entitled "Advances in the Hydrodynamics of Water Pump Station Systems", offers a deep dive into the operational stability and energy conversion potential of water pump stations-crucial infrastructure for water resource management. It compiles peer reviewed research, presenting strategies for system upgrades, insights...

Computational intelligence (CI) techniques have developed very fast during the past two decades with many new methods emerging. Novel CI techniques, such as deep learning, convolutional neural networks, deep belief networks, long short-term memory networks, and reinforcement learning, have been successfully applied to solve...

This Special Issue focuses on bringing together innovative developments and synergies in new control strategies and power grids.Other potential topics include but are not limited to the following: Energy storage devices;More on-site power generation;Flexible demand response;Real-time distribution and customer data;Real-time price signals;Smart distribution system...