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Research on Urban Cold Chain Logistics Path Optimization Considering Multi-Center and Time-Varying Road Networks

IEEE Access
This paper aims to address the time-dependent multi-depot vehicle routing problem with time windows (MDVRPTW) in urban cold chain logistics under a dynamic road network.
Xiaochun Yang, Huiyuan Jiang
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Machine Learning‐Assisted Inverse Design of Soft and Multifunctional Hybrid Liquid Metal Composites

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
A machine learning framework is presented for inverse design of synthesizable multifunctional composites containing both liquid metal and solid inclusions. By integrating physics‐based modeling, data‐driven prediction, and Bayesian optimization, the approach enables intelligent design of experiments to identify optimal compositions and realize these ...
Lijun Zhou, Yunsik Ohm, Ren‐Mian Chin, Olivia Kerr, Krithika Manohar, Mohammad H. Malakooti   +5 more
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An Attention-Based Learning Approach for Joint Optimization of Storage Selection and Order Picking Paths in Mobile Shelving Systems

Mathematics
This research introduces an advanced attention-driven model designed to optimize mobile shelf warehouse order-picking. Our model incorporates an enhanced masking mechanism and context-aware decoder, streamlining the order-picking process. In essence, our
Jiawei Zhang, Li Wang, Pinyan Lai, Ye Shao, Sixiang Zhao   +4 more
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Historical Foundation and Practical Guideline for Ferroelectric Switching Kinetic Studies

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
The P and U pulses in the conventional PUND measurements are not identical because of the interplay between switching current and the measurement circuit components. This circuit effect can lead to a shift in polarization transients and misinterpreted physics in the switching kinetics.
Yi Liang, Pat Kezer, John T. Heron
wiley   +1 more source

Review of Thermally Activated Twisted Coiled Polymer Actuators: A Materials Science Perspective

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
Thermally activated twisted and coiled polymer actuators (TCPAs) combine lightweight design, large deformation, and scalable fabrication for soft robotic and wearable applications. This review connects polymer structure, processing history, helix geometry, and thermomechanical characterization to actuator performance, highlighting current challenges in
Nadja Schenk, Lukas Benecke, Chokri Cherif, Johannes Mersch   +3 more
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Double‐Interpenetrating Composite Bioink for Multi‐Component 3D Bioprinting and Biofabrication

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
Marine‐polysaccharides‐derived double interpenetrating network hydrogel‐based bioink, combining the attributes of physical and ionic crosslinking, enables room‐temperature bioprinting of mechanically defined structures that can be handled and are cytocompatible.
Fabian Tribukait‐Riemenschneider, V. Prasad Shastri   +1 more
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An improved large neighborhood search algorithm for solving dynamic pickup and delivery problems

Complex & Intelligent Systems
The large-scale dynamic pickup and delivery problem (DPDP), characterized by a vast number of orders, complex constraints, and the uncertainties introduced by its dynamic nature, poses significant challenges to existing vehicle routing algorithms ...
Qingxia Shang, Yuanji Ming, Minzhong Tan, Bin Qian, Rong Hu, Hao Fang, Liang Feng   +6 more
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Low‐Fraction Irregular Inclusions Trigger Large Compression Stiffening in Biopolymer Hydrogels

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
Irregular inclusions at low filler fractions trigger large compression stiffening in biopolymer hydrogels. By promoting contact‐network formation under compression, these inclusions induce non‐affine rearrangements, stretch surrounding fibers, and provide parallel load‐bearing pathways.
Xuechen Shi, Jordan L. Shivers, Fred C. MacKintosh, Paul A. Janmey   +3 more
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Electrospun Wood‐Derived Biopolymers as Electrodes in Electrochemical Energy Storage Technologies

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
Electrospinning transforms wood‐derived cellulose and lignin into architecturally defined, binder‐free carbon electrodes with tuneable porosity and functionality. This review shows how fibre design enables decoupled charge and mass transport, enhancing performance across battery systems, while identifying key challenges in spinnability, scalability ...
Michael W. Thielke, Hattie R. Chisnall, Jesus Vazquez Chavez, Ana B. Jorge Sobrido   +3 more
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The Influence of Intelligent Guided Vehicle Configuration on Equipment Scheduling in the Railway Yards of Automated Container Terminals

Journal of Marine Science and Engineering
The efficiency of collecting and distributing goods has been improved by establishing railway lines that serve new automated container terminals (ACTs) and by constructing central railway stations close to ports.
Hongbin Chen, Wei Liu
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