Nourdine Aliane^*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.87, No.3, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2026.078545 - 09 April 2026

Abstract The rapid advancement of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technologies has increased demand for flexible autopilot platforms suitable for both research and education. Among available options, the open-source Pixhawk/PX4 autopilot has emerged as a leading solution due to its modular architecture and robust software ecosystem. This survey examines the adoption of the Pixhawk/PX4 platform in research and education. The survey covers the analysis of the Pixhawk/PX4 autopilot software development APIs, its compatibility with ROS middleware and MATLAB/Simulink environments, and environments for software/hardware-in-the-loop simulations. Additionally, it explores the integration of Cutting-Edge technologies to enhance UAVs performance. By More >

Jiao Yao, Pujie Wang, Tianyi Zhang, Chenke Zhu, Chenqiang Zhu^*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.87, No.3, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2026.077329 - 09 April 2026

Abstract In accident scenarios on freeways, traffic congestion, sharp declines in capacity, and the limitations of closed systems where vehicles cannot turn around or exit freely often pose serious challenges. To address these issues, this study develops an improved Markov Decision Process (MDP) framework for dynamic emergency lane opening. Compared with traditional MDP-based traffic control models, the proposed method integrates three enhancements: Firstly, an explicit action decision space transition mechanism that couples variable speed limits with emergency lane opening decisions; Secondly, vehicle-type–differentiated actions to support fine-grained and adaptive opening strategies; and a redesigned reward function incorporating… More >

Nazeeha S. Alkayal^*

Journal of Polymer Materials, Vol.43, No.1, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jpm.2026.073588 - 03 April 2026

Abstract The development of polymer nanoparticle composites with enhanced thermal and antibacterial properties is essential for next-generation biomedical materials. However, conventional polymers often exhibit limited bioactivity and poor resistance to degradation, restricting their functional applications. The novelty of this study involves the combination of the bio-derived cross-linker 2,5-bis(aminomethyl)furan (BAF) into poly (methyl methacrylate) PMMA to form a cross-linked network incorporated with various ratios of ZnO nanoparticles (ZnO NPs), resulting in improved biological and thermal properties. The surface morphologies, material crystallinity, and thermal degradation properties of the synthesized BAF–PMMA/ZnO were investigated using Scanning Electron microscopy (SEM), Energy-Dispersive… More >

Sheng Luo¹, Rashid Abbasi^1,*, Hao Wang², Jinghua Xu³, Dongyang Lyu⁴, Aaron Zhang¹, Farhan Amin^5,*, Isabel de la Torre⁶, Gerardo Mendez Mezquita⁷, Henry Fabian Gongora⁷

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.146, No.3, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2026.075080 - 30 March 2026

Abstract Human pose estimation is crucial across diverse applications, from healthcare to human–computer interaction. Integrating inertial measurement units (IMUs) with monocular vision methods holds great potential for leveraging complementary modalities; however, existing approaches are often limited by IMU drift, noise, and underutilization of visual information. To address these limitations, we propose a novel dual-stream feature extraction framework that effectively combines temporal IMU data and single-view image features for improved pose estimation. Short-term dependencies in IMU sequences are captured with convolutional layers, while a Transformer-based architecture models long-range temporal dynamics. To mitigate IMU drift and inter-sensor inconsistencies, More >

Xiangnan He¹, Xinyu Gao¹, Kaiyue Zhang², Dongfeng Wei³, Yuying Li¹, Chunling He², Xiaogai Hou^1,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.3, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.078506 - 31 March 2026

Abstract This study investigated the association between floral and fruiting traits in oil tree peony to inform elite breeding and hybrid programmes. Floral and fruiting metrics of Paeonia ostii ‘Fengdanbai’ and Paeonia rockii ‘Zibanbai’ were recorded under natural conditions; data were analysed using independent-samples t-tests, Pearson correlations, stepwise multiple linear regression and membership functions. Paeonia ostii ‘Fengdanbai’ produced more pollen number per flower, but fewer ovules and seeds per fruit than Paeonia rockii ‘Zibanbai’ (p < 0.05). Pollen viability and stigma receptivity followed similar unimodal temporal curves in both taxa. Peak pollen viability occurred on day 3 after anthesis in P. ostii… More >

Ivica Delic¹, Maja Matosa Kocar², Goran Jukic³, Ivan Varnica³, Valentina Spanic^4,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.3, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.077597 - 31 March 2026

Abstract Soybean oil is one of the most widely consumed vegetable oils globally, valued not only for its affordability and functional properties but also for its rich profile of bioactive compounds. This review critically synthesizes current knowledge on the non-volatile bioactive constituents of crude and refined soybean oil, particularly polyunsaturated fatty acids, tocopherols, phytosterols, phospholipids, and saponins, as well as volatile bioactives present in soybean essential oil. Emphasis is placed on their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective, metabolic, antimicrobial, and dermatological activities, alongside their relevance for functional foods, nutraceuticals, cosmeceuticals, and pharmaceutical applications. The review examines how oil… More >

Flavia Angélica Pérez-Flores¹, José Orlando Jiménez-Zurita^2,*, Pedro Ulises Bautista-Rosales^3,*, Rosendo Balois-Morales², Graciela Guadalupe López-Guzmán², Andrés Eloy León-Fernández⁴, Juan Esteban Bello-Lara⁴, Carlos Azhael Rodríguez-Guzmán⁴, Guillermo Berumen-Varela³

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.3, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.077078 - 31 March 2026

Abstract The custard apple fruit (Annona reticulata L.) is distinguished not only by its pleasant flavor and high nutritional value, but also by the presence of bioactive compounds in its pulp, particularly antioxidants, which may provide health benefits when consumed. However, in Nayarit this plant material is found in the wild, without agronomic management or conservation programs. Therefore, the purpose of this research was to evaluate several antioxidants in the pulp of custard apple fruits. Fruits were collected from four localities in Tepic, Nayarit (Jicote, Trapichillo, 14 de Marzo, and Tepic). Total phenolics, flavonoids, vitamin C, carotenoids,… More >

Haifeng Li¹, Xiao Li¹, Yuchen Hao¹, Tao Jin¹, Yi Cao¹, Yan Yang², Zheng Wang², Yuze Zhou², Yao Zou^3,*

Energy Engineering, Vol.123, No.4, 2026, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.072787 - 27 March 2026

Abstract The increasing penetration of renewable energy sources (RES) imposes stringent flexibility requirements on thermal power units (TPUs). Integrating molten salt thermal storage systems (MSTS) and thermal-electric coupling technologies into TPUs has the potential to improve their operational flexibility and regulation capability. However, existing research seldom investigates the combined effects of MSTS retrofitting and thermal-electric output coupling on short-term dispatchability, especially under rapid load variation conditions. This study proposes a comprehensive modeling and multi-timescale optimization framework for MSTS-retrofitted TPUs with rapid load variation capability, enabling coordinated thermal and electrical dispatch in both day-ahead and real-time stages.… More >

Oncology Research Editorial Office

Oncology Research, Vol.34, No.4, 2026, DOI:10.32604/or.2026.081287 - 23 March 2026

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Zheng Qin^1,2,#, Yueyao Zhang^3,#, Dongze Liu^4,#, Xiaokang Zheng⁵, Kaibin Wang^1,2, Xiao Zhu^1,2, Yuanhao Zhang^1,2, Kexin Xu^1,2, Changying Li^1,2, Lijuan Kang^1,2, Lili Wang^1,2, Haitao Wang^1,2,*

Oncology Research, Vol.34, No.4, 2026, DOI:10.32604/or.2025.073455 - 23 March 2026

Abstract Objective: Prostate cancer is the second most common fatal cancer in men. Identifying new biological therapeutic targets is crucial to effectively improve the prognosis of prostate cancer patients. Ovarian tumor family deubiquitinase 4 (OTUD4) is a member of the ovarian tumor-associated protease domain (OTUDs) family. Although previous studies have shown that the expression and function of OTUD4 vary across different tumors, its role in prostate cancer remains unknown. The aim of this study is to explore new therapeutic targets and diagnostic markers for prostate cancer and investigate their mechanisms of action. Methods: Cell culture, Cell… More >