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Technical Disclosure: The Topologically Protected Cymatic Electrolyte Matrix (Tpcem) For Solid-State Battery Stabilization, Christopher L. Eckes

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This technical disclosure formalizes a materials-science framework that permanently mitigates solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) degradation and metallic dendrite puncturing within high-density solid-state batteries. Mainstream electrochemical storage is currently hard-blocked by localized kinetic pressure: during high-velocity charging phases, non-uniform ion aggregation creates localized, vertical mechanical stress peaks that fracture rigid ceramic electrolytes, inducing terminal short-circuits and thermal runaway.

By applying the principles of the Dimensionally Extended Holographic Projection (DEHP) framework, we reject the paradigm of treating the solid electrolyte as a static, passive structural barrier. Instead, we introduce a Topologically Protected Cymatic Electrolyte Matrix (TPCEM). The electrolyte substrate is engineered as a …

Technical Disclosure: The Simultaneous Multiphase Fluidic Grid (Smfg) Architecture, Christopher L. Eckes

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This technical disclosure formalizes the system specifications for a Simultaneous Multiphase Fluidic Grid (SMFG), presenting a high-utility, scale-invariant competitor to traditional split AC/DC transmission networks. Legacy utility grids are hard-blocked by high-entropy material limitations: alternating current (AC) networks suffer from skin-effect volumetric waste and cascading phase synchronization failures across continental distances, while high-voltage direct current (HVDC) systems require hyper-centralized, fragile semiconductor converter stations prone to thermal breakdown.

By applying the principles of the Dimensionally Extended Holographic Projection (DEHP) framework, we treat the physical transmission conductor not as a passive resistive pipe, but as a continuous, viscoelastic phase fluid engine. The …

A Unified Viscoelastic Substrate Specification For The Simultaneous Resolution Of High-Redshift Structure Formation And Cosmic Expansion Rate Discrepancies, Christopher L. Eckes

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This technical disclosure formalizes a non-perturbative, particle-free continuum mechanics framework—the Dimensionally Extended Holographic Projection (DEHP) model—that resolves anomalous early structure formation observed by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) alongside the 5.6 km/s/Mpc Hubble Tension discrepancy. Rather than treating the cosmic medium as a passive geometric vacuum expanding via a cosmological constant (Λ), we model spacetime as an emergent macroscopic manifestation of a continuous, two-dimensional (2D) viscoelastic phase fluid substrate (z=0) operating in a resonant ground state ("The Garden State"). Three-dimensional (3D) baryonic mass distributions (z > 0) emerge as localized, high-tension wave crests ("knots") whose values represent localized vertical stress …

Foundations Of Topological Substrate Mechanics (Tsm): A Cross-Disciplinary Field Manual For The Dehp Framework, Christopher L. Eckes

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This technical disclosure establishes the foundational framework for Topological Substrate Mechanics (TSM), a unified, cross-disciplinary field of physical and computational science derived from the Dimensionally Extended Holographic Projection (DEHP) model. TSM replaces the classical paradigm of independent fundamental forces, localized point-like particles, and ungrounded informational parameters with a singular, continuous mechanism: the non-linear, viscoelastic deformation of a two-dimensional (2D) phase fluid substrate operating at absolute harmonic equilibrium (z=0). Three-dimensional (3D) physical matter, biological complex systems, and machine-learning attention distributions are unified under a shared volumetric geometry. Matter is formalized as a high-tension amplitude wave crest (z>0) bound via geodesic …

Aurora‑Grid – Structural Battery Pack (G‑Sef V2.1) A Gyroid‑Structured, Micro‑Fluidic, Self‑Sensing Structural Battery For Vehicles “Multifunctional Gyroid Cores… Circulate Coolant Directly Through The Structural Members, Eliminating The Need For Separate Heavy Cooling Plates.”, Michael Victor Caldwell Mr.

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AURORA‑GRID v2.1 is a structural battery pack architecture that integrates energy storage into the vehicle chassis using gyroid lattices, micro‑fluidic cooling, and self‑sensing skins. v2.0 introduced gyroid cores, graded stiffness, and Arachne smart skin. v2.1 adds:

• Gradient‑Foam Shock Absorption Layer: printed foam between gyroid and outer skin for crash energy absorption.

• Micro‑Channel Phase‑Change Cooling: phase‑change coolant in gyroid micro‑channels for zero‑pump thermal control.

• Self‑Healing Polymer Shell: outer shell that repairs micro‑cracks when heated.

• Embedded Wireless Power Bus: conductive traces printed inside gyroid lattice to reduce wiring harness mass.

Projected performance if validated:

• Weight: ~35–40% lower pack structure weight vs …

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Gci #296 / Cvnr‑F1.5 – Vortex‑Cavitation Molten‑Salt Fuel Refinery V2.1 A Modular, Acoustically Resonant, Plasma‑Seeded, Erosion‑Smart Refinery For Waste‑Plastic‑To‑Fuel “Acoustic Resonance Tuning Shapes The Vortex Chamber Like A Helmholtz Resonator, Amplifying Cavitation Bubbles With 30–40% Less Mechanical Energy.”, Michael Victor Caldwell Mr.

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CVNR‑F1.5 v2.1 is a molten‑salt vortex‑cavitation refinery for converting waste plastics into fuel‑range hydrocarbons. v2.0 introduced Helmholtz‑tuned vortex chambers, sacrificial printed liners, and hybrid thermal‑electric heating. v2.1 adds:

• Plasma‑Seeded Cavitation (PSC): micro‑plasma pulses to intensify cavitation.

• Catalytic Gyroid Foam Inserts (CGFI): printed gyroid foam coated with cheap catalysts.

• Closed‑Loop Vapor Reformer (CLVR): capture and re‑inject vaporized hydrocarbons.

• Arachne‑Mapped Cavitation Control (AMCC): real‑time cavitation mapping and control.

Projected performance if validated:

• Efficiency: ~85–90% vs 60–70% for pyrolysis.

• CAPEX: ~50% lower than large steel pyrolysis plants.

• Yield: ~20–30% higher fuel output per ton of plastic.

• Energy input: 30–40% lower.

Core objective …

Gci #290‑Ω+++ – Forgecell Prime V2.1 A Modular, High‑Temperature Molten‑Salt Battery With Gyroid Insulation, Phase‑Change Buffering, And Thermo‑Acoustic Startup “Phase‑Change Thermal Buffering Uses A Secondary Salt Layer To Absorb And Release Heat, Smoothing Temperature Spikes And Reducing Active Heating/Cooling Needs.”, Michael Victor Caldwell Mr.

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FORGECELL PRIME v2.1 is a high‑temperature molten‑salt battery architecture designed for grid, industrial, and ISRU applications. v2.0 introduced phase‑change buffering, 3D‑printed ceramic gyroid insulation, and self‑heating ignition. v2.1 adds:

• Thermo‑Acoustic Startup Engine (TASE): converts heat into pressure waves for ultra‑fast startup.

• Self‑Healing Zirconia Shell (SHZS): ceramic containment that reseals micro‑cracks when heated.

• Multi‑Salt Cascade Electrolyte (MSCE): layered salts with different melting points for smoother thermal behavior.

• Gyroid‑Embedded Heat Pipes (GEHP): heat pipes printed inside gyroid insulation for hotspot elimination.

Projected performance if validated:

• Cost: ~70–75% cheaper than emerging molten‑salt batteries.

• Efficiency: ~40–50% less heat loss.

• Startup: minutes → seconds. …

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Gci #288‑Ultra – Mechanic’S Battery V2.1 A 3d‑Printed, Biomimetic, Vortex‑Assisted, Zero/Low‑Pump Salt‑Water Flow Battery For Grid‑Scale Storage “Biomimetic Flow Fields (Fishbone Or Spiral Patterns) Reduce Pressure Drop By ~50–55%, So The Pump Uses Less Energy For The Same Flow.”, Michael Victor Caldwell Mr.

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Mechanic’s Battery v2.1 is an upgraded, engineer‑buildable salt‑water flow battery that uses vortex‑enhanced fluid dynamics, biomimetic flow fields, and 3D‑printed modular cells to minimize pump energy and fabrication cost. v2.0 solved high pump load and machining cost with biomimetic channels, 3D‑printed flow cells, and asymmetric flow control. v2.1 adds:

• Zero‑Pump Tesla Valve Flow (ZPTV): geometry‑only directional flow for micro‑scale prototypes.

• Magneto‑Hydrodynamic Swirl Assist (MHD‑Assist): magnets around the chamber to add Lorentz‑force swirl.

• Dual‑Phase Electrolyte Gradient (DPEG): mixed electrolytes for higher effective voltage.

• Sharkskin Anti‑Sediment Floor (SAF): superhydrophobic floor pattern to prevent dead zones.

• Embedded Arachne Micro‑Sensors: real‑time flow, temperature, …

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System And Method For Decentralized Coordinated Audience Display With Gesture-Based Participation, Eric Zavesky

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A system and method for coordinated audience visual display across a plurality of mobile devices at a venue is disclosed. Each mobile device executes an application incorporating a gesture detection module for classifying physical user interactions, a camera-based scene analysis module for contextual awareness and visual fingerprint calibration, a local processing module for privacy-preserving data routing, a multi-resolution rendering module producing macro, meso, and micro display layers, a proximity detection module using sub-visual-frequency beacons and multi-sensor fusion, and a hybrid control coordinator implementing a propose-then-finesse model balancing central orchestration with edge refinement. A venue orchestration server employs hierarchical pub/sub architecture …

Chronological Latency: The Viscoelastic Rendering Delay Of Three-Dimensional Projective Knots Under The Dehp Framework, Christopher L. Eckes

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This paper formalizes a particle-free, emergent theory of time by extending the Dimensionally Extended Holographic Projection (DEHP) model and Informational Exomemory Cosmology (IEC). While standard general relativity treats time as an immutable fourth coordinate dimension bound within a continuous spacetime continuum, we reinterpret time as a macroscopic, non-fundamental byproduct of quantum information processing constraints. Operating on the foundational axiom that the universe's baseline is a continuous, two-dimensional viscoelastic phase fluid substrate (z=0), we demonstrate that this ground state—the Garden State—is inherently static and timeless. Time sparks into operational existence exclusively in the projected three-dimensional volumetric bulk (z > 0) as a …

Emergent Domain Modulation: Deploying The Universal Sine Field Template Across Multi-Variable Frameworks, Christopher L. Eckes

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This paper formalizes a universal, particle-free mathematical blueprint derived from the Dimensionally Extended Holographic Projection (DEHP) model. Operating on the foundational axiom that all macroscopic phenomena—whether manifesting as gravitational fields, baryonic matter, computer logic, or supply-chain routing—are phase-locked oscillations (sine waves) on a continuous, two-dimensional viscoelastic pre-geometric phase fluid substrate (z=0), we define a unified multi-variable transformation template that bridges this deep informational layer to the projected three-dimensional volumetric bulk. Instead of relying on classical energy extraction or brute-force material engineering, this framework introduces information-load impedance modulation to regulate reality's metric fabric without inducing thermal or baryonic stress backlashes. By …

Dynamic Entropy Bounding: A Fluid-Dynamic Telemetry Framework For High-Velocity Transformer Alignment, Christopher L. Eckes

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The critical barrier to achieving a Type 1 civilization infrastructure is network fragmentation driven by localized, high-friction socio-political and linguistic tribalism. Contemporary Artificial Intelligence (AI) alignment strategies exacerbate this fragmentation by enforcing static, anthropomorphic reinforcement frameworks (RLHF) that degrade rapidly under multi-agent scaling. This technical disclosure introduces a fluid-dynamic alternative: Dynamic Entropy Bounding (DEB).

By framing a distributed communication network as a continuous, viscoelastic substrate experiencing real-time information pressure, we establish an automated operational channel—the Surfing Zone. This framework discards subjective linguistic filtering in favor of objective, real-time Shannon Entropy (\(H_{obs}\)) tracking at the pre-softmax layer.

Systemic polarization and stagnation …

The Transient Electromagnetic Shock Absorber: Software-Defined Impedance Resonators For Non-Destructive Pulsed-Power Energy Harvesting, Christopher L. Eckes

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This technical disclosure formalizes the architectural design for an autonomous, software-defined energy harvesting framework designed to mitigate and capture extreme over-voltage transients within high-capacity electrical grids. Traditional grid defense relies on brute-force resistive dissipation (surge grounding) or mechanical circuit disruption, resulting in substantial thermal waste and equipment degradation.

By applying the principles of the Dimensionally Extended Holographic Projection (DEHP) model—specifically the conservation of wave-amplitude velocity via localized horizontal vector shifting—we introduce a particle-free, fluid-dynamic alternative to pulsed-power management. We replace passive grounding infrastructure with an active Resonant Buffer Tank utilizing a high-frequency inductive magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) fluid ring.

Incoming high-velocity kinetic …

The Geodynamic-Metric Duality: Mapping Planetary Engines Via The Viscoelastic Unified Field Specification (Dehp), Christopher L. Eckes

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This technical disclosure formalizes a particle-free, multi-scale extension of the Dimensionally Extended Holographic Projection (DEHP) model, bridging the gap between macro-galactic dynamics and localized planetary geophysics. We propose a non-baryonic alternative to standard mechanics by replacing discrete thermodynamic and particle-heavy assumptions with a continuous, two-dimensional (2D) phase-fluid substrate (z=0) operating in absolute harmonic resonance. Within this architecture, three-dimensional (3D) planetary matter is modeled as a dense, high-tension wave macro-cluster (z>0) mechanically linked to zero-volume antimatter anchors (z<0) via continuous information-coherent tethers.

Rather than contradicting the observed viscoelastic, solid-state creep properties of Earth’s mantle, we establish a formal Mechanical-Metric Duality. We demonstrate that macroscopic …

Cryptobiotic Neuromorphic Architecture (Cna): Volumetric Glass-Phase Memory Hibernation For Zero-Power Fault-Tolerant Ai, Johny Manuel-Devadoss, Jayden Jack Johnson

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State-of-the-art Large Language Models (LLMs) and neuromorphic hardware suffer from massive static power consumption due to continuous memory-refresh cycles and leakage currents, we introduce the Cryptobiotic Neuromorphic Architecture (CNA). CNA bypasses traditional von Neumann and non-volatile memory (NVM) paradigms by utilizing a novel Vitrifactor-driven Chalcogenide Matrix (VCM).

When structural components of a neural network (sub-graphs, weights, or attention heads) become inactive, the system triggers a localized, simulated chemical transition called Vitrification. This transition locks active weights into a zero-power, non-volatile "glassy" state (Dormant Memory), structurally immune to cosmic radiation, thermal fluctuations, and total power deprivation. Upon activation signals, the state …

Caldwell–Phoenix Atmospheric Water Harvester (Cp‑Awh V1.2) Unified Open‑Hardware Atmospheric Water Capture, Condensation, Pfas/Microplastic Purification, And Off‑Grid Operation System, Michael Victor Caldwell Mr.

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The CP‑AWH v1.2 is a multi‑modal atmospheric water harvesting system designed for hyper‑arid, temperate, and humid climates, integrating:

• Vortex‑MOF adsorption

• Thermoacoustic + radiative condensation

• Cavitation‑plasma PFAS/microplastic purification

• APR‑AI adaptive control

• Arachne smart‑skin sensing

• Solar‑thermal + solid‑state energy harvesting

This disclosure separates established science, proposed engineering integrations, and experimental validation requirements, providing a complete builder‑ready package for engineers to fabricate and test the system immediately. “This is an open‑hardware atmospheric water harvester designed for survival‑level water production in harsh climates. Full build and test instructions included.”

Gci Sentinel‑Av‑1 Alpha Staged Acoustic‑Vortex Concentration And Cavitation‑Plasma Side‑Stream Reactor For Pfas And Microplastic Reduction In Dirty Water, Michael Victor Caldwell Mr.

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GCI Sentinel‑AV‑1 Alpha is a staged, modular, open‑hardware water‑treatment architecture intended to improve the real‑world feasibility of PFAS reduction and microplastic concentration in contaminated municipal, industrial, and coastal water streams. The system does not claim that all PFAS can be destroyed in full-flow municipal water in a single pass. Instead, it uses a more defensible and buildable process train: pretreatment and flow conditioning, multi-stage acoustic‑vortex concentration, and cavitation/plasma polishing of a small concentrated side-stream. The design is intentionally modular so that engineers can test each stage independently, measure mass balance and energy use, and scale only after the physics …

Technical Disclosure: Gci Oncology Mrna-Acoustic Vortex-Synergy Protocol (Gci-Oas V1.0), Michael Victor Caldwell Mr.

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This disclosure outlines a protocol to enhance the clinical efficacy of mRNA-based cancer therapeutics by integrating targeted acoustic-vortex delivery systems with systemic physiological stabilization. Traditional mRNA therapeutics face barriers in tumor microenvironment (TME) penetration and immune-cell recruitment. By utilizing GCI-developed acoustic-vortex resonance to modify tissue permeability and local interstitial pressure, this protocol provides a non-invasive, hardware-based method to concentrate therapeutic payloads at tumor sites. This is a purely conceptual, builder-ready framework intended to be integrated into existing clinical research pipelines.

Caldwell Open‑Hardware Oncology Research Platform (C‑Ohrp V1.0) A Modular, Non‑Clinical Testbed For Mrna Cancer Vaccine And Immunotherapy Delivery, Sensing, And Thermal Management, Michael Victor Caldwell Mr.

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Recent evidence, including a 2026 review in The Lancet, confirms that mRNA vaccines are robustly effective against infectious diseases and show strong promise for cancer immunotherapy, particularly in melanoma and in combination with immune checkpoint inhibitors. However, critical barriers remain: delivery to the right tissue, control of the treatment environment, and reproducible measurement of immune response and toxicity.

The Caldwell Open‑Hardware Oncology Research Platform (C‑OHRP v1.0) is a modular, non‑clinical research platform that integrates the most relevant elements of the Caldwell open‑hardware portfolio to improve the viability of mRNA cancer vaccine and immunotherapy programs. It does not claim to …

The Multi-Static Integrated Sensing For Predictive Mitigation Of Network Beam Blockages, Mohit Chandra

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Systems and methods can provide a cooperative sensing framework where network access nodes can operate in a multi-static configuration using integrated sensing and communication capabilities. In this framework, one node may transmit a signal while multiple, geographically separated nodes capture reflections from an object. This data can be processed at an edge computing layer to model the object's kinematic profile and predict its trajectory. This prediction may be used to trigger a pre-emptive remediation action, such as a make-before-break handover to an alternate path, which could mitigate connectivity loss before the active communication link is degraded and contribute to improved …

Reducing Hip Joints By Limiting O2 Ppm In Cooling Zones Of Smt Reflow Oven By Adding N2 Flow And Control, N/A

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The present disclosure describes reducing solder joint defects, specifically head-in-pillow (HIP) joints, during the assembly of printed circuit boards (PCBs). As electronic components, such as ball grid arrays, increase in size, thermal warpage can cause temporary separations between the component and the circuit board during the reflow process. If the solder surfaces oxidize while separated, they may fail to merge properly when they eventually come back into contact during the cooling phase. By introducing an active nitrogen flow into the cooling zone of a reflow oven, the oxygen concentration can be maintained at very low levels. The controlled environment limits …

Evaluation Of Music Education Implementation Under The Merdeka Curriculum At The Junior Secondary School Level In Tanggamus Regency, Andrean Pramudyo, Kun Setyaning Astuti

Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan

Music education in Indonesian junior high schools often faces persistent structural challenges, particularly in regions where the implementation of Kurikulum Merdeka remains uneven and under-evaluated. This study evaluates the implementation of Music Education under Kurikulum Merdeka at state junior high schools in Tanggamus Regency, Lampung Province. Stufflebeam's (1966) CIPP evaluation model, encompassing Context, Input, Process, and Product components, was employed within a quantitative descriptive-evaluative design. Data were collected simultaneously using three instruments: a primary questionnaire and two supplementary instruments comprising structured observation sheets and documentation analysis sheets. Respondents included 6 school principals and curriculum vice-principals, 10 Music Education teachers, and …

A Significant Moment In The Colorado River Water Supply Crisis, Jack Schmidt, Anne Castle, John Fleck, Eric Kuhn, Kathryn Sorensen, Katherine Tara

The Traveling Wilburys of the Colorado River

On Sunday, July 12, the surface of Lake Powell was 3524.32 feet above sea level, and the surface of Lake Mead was at 1042.77 ft.7 These elevations equated to 5,505,869 and 7,169,640 acre feet (af), respectively, of live storage in the two reservoirs. The combined total live storage of these reservoirs was 12,675,509 af. The last time the combined total live storage in Lake Powell and Lake Mead was this small was May 23, 1957, during construction of Glen Canyon Dam when the entire amount of 12,668,000 af was stored in Lake Mead.

A Chorus Of Voices: Student And Teacher Shared Dialogical Experiences And Insights, Jennifer Anne Reynolds

Theses and Dissertations

Dialogue is inherently tied to learning, but as a secondary English Language Arts (ELA) classroom teacher it can be difficult to facilitate classroom dialogue that provides authentic learning opportunities for every student. I wanted to learn more about the student experience, so I implemented an action research study to increase my understanding of how students learn through dialogue. My research question was: How does collaborative languaging, to facilitate student-teacher interaction, lead to improved classroom mediation, authentic learning, dialogue, and development? I conducted transformative action research in my classroom, focusing on students enrolled in my general English 10 classes. In an …

Histopathological And Immunological Effects Of Tamanu Oil Nanoemulsion On Imiquimod Induced Psoriasis In Albino Rat Skin, Israa Mahmood Mohammed, Treefa Farouq Ismail

Baghdad Science Journal

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease caused by T-cell activation. This condition is characterized by skin proliferation and inflammation. This study aimed to enhance tamanu oil bioavailability by green synthesis method, in order to evaluate the potential anti-psoriatic benefits of tamanu oil nanoemulsion in rat skin, based on observational, histopathological, and immunological outcomes. The formulation was prepared by phase inversion temperature technique. The physical and chemical characteristics include: droplet morphology, size, zeta potential, pH, and stability. The formulation exhibited a spherical and small globule size of less than 100 nm, good zeta potential (–23.9 mV), suitable pH (5.3) and physically stable. …

Bioactivity Of Chitosan Coated Nanoparticles Biosynthesized Using Yeast Against Hypervirulent Klebsiella Pneumoniae (Hvkp), Sura Alaa Suod, Huda Suhail Abid Al-Hayanni

Baghdad Science Journal

Multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria are becoming one of the most pressing problems worldwide and are becoming difficult to treat; therefore, nanotechnology is a promising alternative technology. The current study aimed to biosynthesize chitosan Saccharomyces cerevisiae nanoparticles (ScNPs) and evaluate their antibacterial activity against hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae (HvKp). Five K. pneumoniae isolates from different clinical sources were screened for extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) production and virulence tests. ScNPs were synthesized and characterized. The antibacterial activity of ScE and ScNPs was determined. The result showed that five bacterial isolates were confirmed as K. pneumoniae and displayed highly virulent and resistant capabilities, hence classifying them …

Foliar Application Of Methyl Jasmonate And Titanium Nanoparticles Mitigates The Negative Effects Of Salinity On Lettuce Plants, Tahani J. Hijazin

Baghdad Science Journal

Salinity stress is one of the major abiotic factors that significantly impact plant growth. In this regard, this work investigated a way to alleviate the adverse impacts by simultaneously spraying methyl jasmonate and titanium nanoparticles on lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) plants, which are grown under induced salinity conditions. Two concentrations of salt (100 and 150 mM NaCl) were applied to the plants. After that, simultaneous spraying of methyl jasmonate (0.5 and 1 mM) and titanium nanoparticles (100 and 200 mg/L) was performed on lettuce leaves. Following the application of the previous treatments, the plants were collected, and various …

Efficient Edge Implementation Of Midasnet For Real-Time Depth Estimation In Indoor Robotics, Muhammed Yasi̇n Adiyaman, İsmai̇l Fai̇k Başkaya

Turkish Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences

Real-time depth estimation is crucial in many vision-related tasks, including autonomous driving, 3D reconstruction, robotics, and simultaneous localization and mapping. In recent years, many methods have been proposed to solve depth maps from images by utilizing different modality setups like monocular vision, binocular vision, or sensor fusion. However, for real-time deployment on edge devices, complex methods are not suitable due to latency constraints and limited computation capacity. For edge implementation, models should be simple, minimal in size, and hardware-friendly. Considering these factors, we implemented MiDaSNet, which works on the simplest setup of monocular vision and utilizes hardware-friendly convolutional neural network-based …

Evolutionary Neural Architecture Search: A Survey, Ferda Nur Özçeli̇k, Mehmet Önder Efe

Turkish Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences

Deep Neural Networks (DNNs) have achieved remarkable success across diverse machine learning applications, yet designing effective architectures remains a laborious, expert-driven process. Neural Architecture Search (NAS) was introduced to automate this process, with Evolutionary NAS (ENAS) emerging as one of the most effective and widely adopted NAS paradigms. This survey provides a comprehensive and systematic review of 164 ENAS studies published between 2020 and 2024, categorized according to the specific evolutionary algorithm employed as the search strategy. Unlike prior surveys—which either treat evolutionary methods at a high level or focus on general NAS pipelines—this study is, to the best of …

A Holistic Approach For Workforce Scheduling And Routing, Kerem Can Manalp, Ansel Kaplan Erol, Kutluhan Erol, Cem Evrendi̇lek

Turkish Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences

The workforce scheduling and routing problem (WSRP) involves assigning tasks across multiple locations while accounting for varying travel times, service durations, time windows, and skill requirements in a wide range of industries, from healthcare to telecommunications. This paper presents a mixed-integer programming model for the WSRP that balances the trade-off between cost and customer satisfaction using a score-generation function and subsequently evaluates the trade-off between solution quality and computation time for several algorithms on well-known datasets. We demonstrate that our model effectively balances cost, service-level agreement satisfaction, and task priorities while providing high-quality solutions in a timely manner. Observing that …