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Description of Leonardiella seychellensis sp. nov. from Seychelles Islands (Acari: Mesostigmata: Trachyuropodidae), with notes on Uropodina mites of the islands of East Africa

Sergey G. Ermilov Jenő Kontschán

Publication Name: Ecologica Montenegrina

Publication Date: 2025-01-01

Volume: 81

Issue: Unknown

Page Range: 63-71

Description:

Leonardiella seychellensis sp. nov. is described based on three females and one male collected from Praslin in a mixed soil and decaying wood sample. The new species differs from the congeners in the shape and sculptural pattern of the female genital shield and the shape of the strongly sclerotized grooves on the dorsal shield. The species presented from East African islands (Mauritius, Reunion, Comoros, and Madagascar) are also listed and discussed.

Open Access: Yes

DOI: 10.37828/em.2025.81.8

Military-Legal Foundations of Maintaining an Empire. The Development of Hungary’s Defence System in the Austro-Hungarian Empire

Ádám Farkas Bence Krizsán

Publication Name: Journal on European History of Law

Publication Date: 2025-01-01

Volume: 16

Issue: 2

Page Range: 101-109

Description:

This study hypothesizes the gradual emergence of a defence and security constitution within the broader constitutional and state-building processes of the Hungarian part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. While the 1867 Compromise established a dualist constitutional framework for political governance, it also triggered a parallel institutional and legal evolution in the field of state defence and security. The evolution of this defence and security constitution and the modernization of Hungary’s defence system - beyond their historical significance - might offer a valuable framework for addressing today’s security challenges. The research draws on primary sources, including legal texts and historical documents, as well as secondary literature and employs a historical-legal approach, analyzing the development of Hungary’s defence institutions and their constitutional framework.

Open Access: Yes

DOI: DOI not available

Model Predictive Planning and Control for Naturalistic Automated Driving

Erno Horváth Gergo Igneczi Krisztian Nyilas

Publication Name: Cinti 2025 IEEE 25th International Symposium on Computational Intelligence and Informatics Proceedings

Publication Date: 2025-01-01

Volume: Unknown

Issue: Unknown

Page Range: 45-50

Description:

The evolution of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) has reached a stage of maturity where the social acceptance of these systems is becoming as important as coping with technical challenges. Most users complain that ADAS functions behave unnaturally, and they feel anxious because the driving system behaves in a way that is far from what the user prefers. One of the most controversial ADAS functions is Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA). This system detects the edge of the lane and drives the car actively by intervening on the steering wheel. Most available lane keeping follows the center of the lane, while the vehicle controller oscillates and often deviates from this line. Most people find this operation disturbing and unreliable. In our work, we propose a comprehensive Model Predictive Planner and Control that preserves the basic concept of how human drivers drive: they instinctively create the combined representation of the environment and the vehicle, and predictevely plan their action trajectory (i.e., steering angle). This method does not divide the driving task into planning and control, thereby improving tunability. On the other hand, the method provides direct relation to vehicle dynamics and high-level policies, and therefore it can be validated easier than end-to-end trained functions, such as neural networks. The initial algorithm is implemented in MATLAB and validated via simulation. The test script and the data can be accessed upon request11https://github.com/jkk-research/jkk_controllers/tree/prototype/mppc

Open Access: Yes

DOI: 10.1109/CINTI67731.2025.11311824

Optimization of Bolted Steel T-Stub Connection Based on Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis Using Genetic Algorithm

Majid Movahedi Rad Péter Grubits Tamás Balogh

Publication Name: Infrastructures

Publication Date: 2025-01-01

Volume: 10

Issue: 1

Page Range: Unknown

Description:

The equivalent T-stub method is frequently employed in infrastructure projects, including bridge engineering, to simplify bolted connection analysis. However, steel connections remain inherently complex due to nonlinear behavior, cost considerations, and code compliance, framing the design process as a discrete structural optimization problem. This research addresses these challenges by presenting a comprehensive calculation framework that combines the finite element method (FEM) and genetic algorithm (GA) to accurately evaluate the structural performance of bolted T-stub configurations. The proposed approach accounts for nonlinear behavior, thereby reflecting realistic structural responses. To enhance the simulation efficiency and reduce the computational time without significantly compromising accuracy, the study introduces a simplified modeling methodology. The effectiveness of the approach is demonstrated through the development and experimental validation of a selected T-stub connection. Furthermore, a parameter sensitivity analysis is conducted to showcase the range of possible outcomes, emphasizing the potential for optimization. Finally, the proposed connections were optimized using GA, highlighting the benefits of structural optimization in achieving efficient and precise designs for steel connections.

Open Access: Yes

DOI: 10.3390/infrastructures10010008

Impact of process gases on wettability and adhesive bond strength of laser- treated DC01 steel and plasma-treated polypropylene surfaces

Eszter Kókai

Publication Name: Journal of Adhesion

Publication Date: 2025-01-01

Volume: Unknown

Issue: Unknown

Page Range: Unknown

Description:

This study investigates how different process gases (air, argon, and nitrogen) influence the wettability and adhesive bond strength of DC01 steel and polypropylene surfaces treated by laser and plasma methods. The aim was to clarify how gas composition and processing parameters affect surface activation and whether contact angle measurements alone can explain adhesive performance. On DC01 steel, laser treatment significantly reduced water contact angles, achieving full wetting at specific power and scanning speeds. However, lap shear testing showed that a 0° contact angle did not always result in the same bond strengths. Argon-treated samples consistently provided the highest shear strength. For polypropylene, plasma activation improved both wettability and bonding. Nitrogen plasma lowered contact angles from 63° on untreated surfaces to 14° at 200 mm/min and 9° at 400 mm/min, producing the strongest joints. This study is one of the first to systematically compare the effects of different gases on metals and polymers, linking wettability and mechanical testing to offer practical guidance for optimizing process parameters for strong and reliable adhesive joints.

Open Access: Yes

DOI: 10.1080/00218464.2025.2595302

Industry 4.0 for sustainable reverse waste collection: A systematic literature review

Edit Süle László Buics Marah Almelhem Ricardo Simoes

Publication Name: Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management

Publication Date: 2025-01-01

Volume: 19

Issue: Unknown

Page Range: Unknown

Description:

Background: Despite ongoing efforts to improve resource recovery, waste continues to end up in landfills. Companies are increasingly pressured to address sustainability, particularly under the extended producer responsibility (EPR) frameworks. Objectives: This article examines how Industry 4.0 technologies can enhance the sustainability of waste collection within reverse logistics systems. By exploring the link among waste management, reverse logistics and Industry 4.0, the study identifies opportunities to improve resource use, reduce environmental impact and boost operational efficiency. Method: A systematic literature review was conducted using ScienceDirect and Web of Science database, two major databases, Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA)-guided mapping study clearly, illustrated inclusion and exclusion steps. Keywords were structured using the PEO (Population, Exposure, Outcome) approach, resulting in 47 articles analysed and categorised into five themes. Results: The review identifies five key thematic areas in the integration of Industry 4.0 technologies with reverse logistics: collection system design and optimisation, application of core Industry 4.0; stakeholder engagement and consumer participation, policy frameworks and governance and barriers to efficient collection. While Industry 4.0 tools improve routing, traceability and efficiency, their impact increases when aligned with supportive policies and user engagement. Decentralised models, EPR schemes and incentive-driven systems significantly enhance return rates and environmental outcomes. Conclusion: The synergy between technological innovation, infrastructure planning and behavioural incentives is vital for effective reverse logistics. The review highlights limited empirical validation and calls for research on aligning technology adoption with local policy and informal sector realities. Contribution: This review introduces a conceptual framework integrating five interdependent dimensions, offering a unified framework for sector-wide sustainable reverse logistics.

Open Access: Yes

DOI: 10.4102/jtscm.v19i0.1179

Analysis of the impact of door and window replacement and shading installation

T. Horváth Heléna Szecskő Csilla Szathmáry

Publication Name: Pollack Periodica

Publication Date: 2025-01-01

Volume: Unknown

Issue: Unknown

Page Range: Unknown

Description:

Abstract: In the case of an out-dated building, replacing poorly sealed windows and doors results in significant energy savings, but it is essential to consider the building's structural principles during the modernization process.This study underscores the critical importance of both high-performance window systems and high-quality installation practices in achieving optimal energy performance in residential building renovations. Proper air sealing and the integration of effective shading devices, including roller shutter systems, have been shown to significantly reduce both heating and cooling energy demands, leading to substantial energy savings. These findings emphasize that both material selection and precise installation are essential for maximizing energy efficiency in residential retrofits.

Open Access: Yes

DOI: 10.1556/606.2025.01317

Estimating high mobility group box protein 1 (HMGB1) single nucleotide polymorphisms among hepatitis B virus infected patients of Pakistan origin

D. U. Ozsahin Y. Waheed U. Saeed R. Tahir Z. Z. Piracha R. Uppal A. A. Khan M. Ashraf S. Tabassum D. U. Ozsahin Z. Khalid A. J.I. Ngozi

Publication Name: Brazilian Journal of Biology

Publication Date: 2025-01-01

Volume: 85

Issue: Unknown

Page Range: Unknown

Description:

HMGB1 is nuclear non-histone protein and unique member of cytokines. In viral hepatitis infection HMGB1 serum level increases and translocates towards cytoplasm and extracellular spaces where it activates single stimulating hepatic stellate cell proliferation which induces fibrogenic protein expression and causes hepatocellular carcinoma. In this study, total 150 subjects were recruited to assess the association between HMGB1 SNPs and HBV. Three types of genotypes were found visible in rs3742305 of HMGB1; wild type homozygous GG with 65%, homozygous minor type CC with 6% and heterozygous minor type GC with 26% frequency distribution. High prevalence of GG genotype in the selected population presenting that GG genotype may have higher risk for susceptibility to HBV infection. Our results showed significant correlation of HMGB1 polymorphism with HBV infection in the selected Pakistani population.

Open Access: Yes

DOI: 10.1590/1519-6984.284560

The impact of sample retention and further analysis on doping behavior and detection: evidence from agent-based simulations

Andrea Petróczi Daniel Westmattelmann Marius Sprenger Benedikt Stoffers Julian Lanfer

Publication Name: Frontiers in Sports and Active Living

Publication Date: 2025-01-01

Volume: 7

Issue: Unknown

Page Range: Unknown

Description:

Introduction: Despite extensive testing efforts in anti-doping work, a persistent gap remains between low doping detection rates and substantially higher estimated doping prevalence in sports. Sample Retention and Further Analysis (SFA), which allows samples to be stored for up to ten years for future testing, offers a potential strategy to close this gap by increasing both detection and deterrence of doping. Methods: This study employs an agent-based modeling approach to simulate interactions among key stakeholders: athletes, anti-doping organizations, laboratories, and event organizers. The model captures athlete decision-making regarding doping, influenced by perceived sanction certainty and swiftness. SFA parameters, such as number of stored samples and duration of storage, were systematically varied to assess their impact. Results: Simulations show that increasing both the quantity of stored/retested samples and the storage duration reduces doping prevalence. A combined approach yields the strongest effect, with higher detection rates and lower doping behavior. However, regression analysis reveals diminishing returns at higher implementation levels, suggesting a non-linear effect. Discussion: The findings provide quantitative evidence that SFA enhances not only detection capacity but also deterrence by increasing the perceived long-term risk of sanctions. Effective SFA implementation requires strategic calibration to optimize impact. These results underscore the potential of SFA as a key component in anti-doping strategies and call for empirical validation and integration of additional behavioral factors in future research.

Open Access: Yes

DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2025.1578929