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Analysis of Planar Double-Layer Timber Spatial Frames by Using Parametric Tools
(MDPI, 2024-07-23)
It is in the preliminary design phase of a project that the designer makes decisions concerning the global geometry of the structure. When working with space frames, the choice of the frame topology is key for the structural ...
Introducing Security Mechanisms in OpenFog-Compliant Smart Buildings
(MDPI, 2024-07-23)
Designing smart building IoT applications is a complex task. It requires efficiently integrating a broad number of heterogeneous, low-resource devices that adopt lightweight strategies. IoT frameworks, especially if they ...
Spectral- and Image-Based Metrics for Evaluating Cleaning Tests on Unvarnished Painted Surfaces
(MDPI, 2024-08-15)
Despite advances in conservation–restoration treatments, most surface cleaning tests are subjectively evaluated. Scores according to qualitative criteria are employed to assess results, but these can vary by user and ...
Facial Age Estimation Using Multi-Stage Deep Neural Networks
(MDPI, 2024-08-16)
Over the last decade, the world has witnessed many breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, largely due to advances in deep learning technology. Notably, computer vision solutions have significantly contributed to these ...
Digital Twins in Critical Infrastructure
(MDPI, 2024-08-01)
This study aims to examine the use of digital twins in critical infrastructure through a literature review as well as a bibliometric and scientific mapping analysis. A total of 3414 documents from Scopus and Web of Science ...
Facial and Emotion Recognition Deficits in Myasthenia Gravis
(MDPI, 2024-08-09)
Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a neuromuscular disease of autoimmune etiology and chronic evolution. In addition to the muscle weakness and fatigue that characterize MG, in some studies patients show an inferior performance in ...
Global Quality of Service (QoX) Management for Wireless Networks
(MDPI, 2024-08-06)
In the fast-changing technological landscape, novel applications are emerging with the potential to reshape the world. These applications, while promising, impose stringent requirements in terms of quality of service (QoS). ...
Metabolites from Marine Macroorganisms of the Red Sea Acting as Promoters or Inhibitors of Amylin Aggregation
(MDPI, 2024-08-06)
Amylin is part of the endocrine pancreatic system that contributes to glycemic control, regulating blood glucose levels. However, human amylin has a high tendency to aggregate, forming isolated amylin deposits that are ...
Knowledge Gaps in Gluten-Free Diet Awareness among Patients and Healthcare Professionals: A Call for Enhanced Nutritional Education
(MDPI, 2024-08-01)
Diet is the only treatment for celiac disease (CeD), and good adherence to a gluten-free diet (GFD) is the only way to ensure complete remission and to prevent complications. Limited education about the disease and a GFD ...
Inconel 718 Hybrid Laser-Based Directed Energy Deposition and Wrought Component Characterization through Small Punch Tests
(MDPI, 2024-07-23)
The combination of wrought materials and laser-based directed energy deposition (DED-LB) is being increasingly used for manufacturing new and repairing old or damaged components in several industries. Aerospace components ...