Results 31 to 40 of about 7,430 (188)
Place Categorization and Semantic Mapping on a Mobile Robot
, 2015 In this paper we focus on the challenging problem of place categorization and semantic mapping on a robot without environment-specific training. Motivated by their ongoing success in various visual recognition tasks, we build our system upon a state-of ...
Corke, Peter +8 more
core +1 more source
Escaping Local Optima in a Class of Multi-Agent Distributed Optimization Problems: A Boosting Function Approach [PDF]
, 2014 We address the problem of multiple local optima commonly arising in optimization problems for multi-agent systems, where objective functions are nonlinear and nonconvex.
Cassandras, Christos G. +2 more
core +2 more sources
Journal of Integrative AgriculturePhenotypic plasticity is a crucial adaptive strategy that allows organisms to respond to environmental changes. Many aphids have evolved mutualistic relationships with ants, whereby aphids provide honeydew in exchange for protection from natural enemies.
Tian Xu +5 more
doaj +1 more source
Molecules, 2016 Alkylmethoxypyrazines (MPs) are a class of compounds that can elicit undesirable aroma and flavor characteristics in wine, and resist remediation using traditional wine making approaches.
Andreea Botezatu +2 more
doaj +1 more source
From Popular Culture to Popular Custom, and Back Again : A love-lock's tale [PDF]
, 2019 Walk over a major bridge in a Western city and chances are you will come across at least one or two love-locks. These are padlocks inscribed with names or initials and attached to a public structure, typically by a couple in declaration of romantic ...
Houlbrook, Ceri
core +3 more sources
« Chenilles » et « coccinelles » en Gascogne
Géolinguistique, 2019 This article is an overview of the extensive research work on “chenille” (caterpillar) and “coccinelle” (ladybug) denominations across Europe (with the Atlas linguarum europae) and small Romanesque Europe (with the Atlas linguistique roman) that we have ...
Rita Caprini
doaj +1 more source
A case of silent invasion : citizen science confirms the presence of Harmonia axyridis (Coleoptera, Coccinellidae) in Central America [PDF]
, 2019 Harmonia axyridis (Coleoptera, Coccinellidae) is a globally invasive ladybird. It has been intentionally introduced in many countries as a biological control agent, whereas it has been unintentionally released in many others.
Haelewaters, Danny, Hiller, Thomas
core +1 more source
InPrime, 2020 In this paper, we develop a mathematical model to analyze interactions between planthopper pests as prey and menochilus sexmaculatus and mirid ladybug as two predators where prey is controlled by pesticides.
Irham Taufiq, Denik Agustito
doaj +1 more source
Investigating Ladybug as A Tool for Measuring Outdoor Thermal Comfort in Urban Neighborhoods [PDF]
JES: Journal of Engineering SciencesThe increasing global temperature has increased awareness of enhancing Outdoor Thermal Comfort (OTC). OTC has become a primary indicator for the effectiveness of urban environments, which directly affects inhabitants' health, comfort, and quality of life.
Aya El-Bahrawy
doaj +1 more source
Turning environmental design simulation algorithms into parametric objects: Experimental study of BIM-compatible dynamic blocks [PDF]
Architecture Papers of the Faculty of Architecture and Design STUEuropean building legislation increasingly emphasises improved indoor comfort, higher energy efficiency, and systematic reduction of CO₂ emissions across the building life cycle.
Ing. arch. Michal Križo
doaj +1 more source