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Respondent uncertainty in contingent valuation: the case of whale conservation in Newfoundland and Labrador [PDF]

In this paper we investigate the issue of respondent uncertainty in contingent valuation studies while estimating the willingness to pay for a whale conservation program o¤ the coasts of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Lyssenko, Nikita, Martinez-Espineira, Roberto   +1 more
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Configuration and dimension optimization of active power Filter in distribution networks using a Multi-Strategy improved algorithm

International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems
With the growing integration of electric vehicles, smart grids, and power electronics in power systems, harmonic distortion is becoming a pressing concern, degrading power quality and causing equipment issues that may lead to grid failures.
Tang Bo, Liang Haidong, Yue Xiwen, Zhu Ruijin   +3 more
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Fractional-Order PID Control of Two-Wheeled Self-Balancing Robots via Multi-Strategy Beluga Whale Optimization

Fractal and Fractional
In recent years, fractional-order controllers have garnered increasing attention due to their enhanced flexibility and superior dynamic performance in control system design.
Huaqiang Zhang, Norzalilah Mohamad Nor
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Focusing for Pronoun Resolution in English Discourse: An Implementation

, 1994
Anaphora resolution is one of the most active research areas in natural language processing. This study examines focusing as a tool for the resolution of pronouns which are a kind of anaphora. Focusing is a discourse phenomenon like anaphora.
Akman, Varol, Ersan, Ebru
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Optimization of NTMDI parameters using metaheuristic algorithms and spectral analysis for seismic response mitigation

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This study explores the optimization of parameters for a Nonlinear Tuned Mass Damper Inerter (NTMDI) system by employing six advanced optimization algorithms: Slim Mould Algorithm (SMA), Beluga Whale Optimization (BWO), Artificial Bee Colony (ABC ...
Mohammad Alibabaei Shahraki
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A Wind Power Combination Forecasting Method Based on GASF Image Representation and UniFormer

Journal of Marine Science and Engineering
In the field of wind power prediction, traditional methods typically rely on one-dimensional time-series data for feature extraction and prediction. In this study, we propose an innovative short-term wind power forecasting approach using a “visual” 2D ...
Wei Guo, Li Xu, Danyang Zhao, Dianqiang Zhou, Tian Wang, Xujing Tang   +5 more
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OPTIMIZATION OF NON-ACOUSTIC PARAMETERS OF FIBROUS MATERIALS USING BIOLOGICALLY INSPIRED ALGORITHMS [PDF]

This paper deals with the optimization of the acoustic properties of samples made of fibrous materials, using biologically inspired algorithms. Samples with a thickness of 10 mm were tested, and the results showed that cotton fibers bonded with ...
Bjelić, Mišo, Dulović, Tanja, Ivanović, Marina, Radičević, Branko   +3 more
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Dive Behavior of Eastern Chukchi Beluga Whales (Delphinapterus leucas), 1998–2008 [PDF]

, 2013
We provide an exploratory description of the dive behavior of 23 beluga whales of the eastern Chukchi Sea stock, tagged with satellite-linked time and depth recorders at Point Lay, Alaska, between 1998 and 2007. Because of differences in how transmitters
Citta, John J., Frost, Kathryn J., O'Corry-Crowe, Gregory M., Quakenbush, Lori T., Suydam, Robert S.   +4 more
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Optimization of drama teaching strategies driven by deep reinforcement learning

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Traditional teaching strategies often fail to dynamically adapt leading to suboptimal student engagement. However, traditional teaching strategies often fail to dynamically adapt to diverse classroom conditions, leading to suboptimal student engagement ...
Zihua Wang
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A Bi-Level Capacity Optimization Method for Hybrid Energy Storage Systems Combining the IBWO and MVMD Algorithms

Energies
With the swift evolution of renewable energy technologies, the design and optimization of microgrids have emerged as vital components for fostering energy transition and promoting sustainable development.
Qiaoqiao Xing, Shidong Li, Da Qiu, Yang Long, Qinyi Liao, Xiangjin Yin, Yunxiang Li, Kai Qian   +7 more
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