Shih-Lin Lin^*, Cheng-Wei Li

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.86, No.2, pp. 1-20, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.071915 - 09 December 2025

Abstract This study focuses on developing a deep learning model capable of recognizing vehicle brands and models, integrated with a law enforcement intelligence platform to overcome the limitations of existing license plate recognition techniques—particularly in handling counterfeit, obscured, or absent plates. The research first entailed collecting, annotating, and classifying images of various vehicle models, leveraging image processing and feature extraction methodologies to train the model on Microsoft Custom Vision. Experimental results indicate that, for most brands and models, the system achieves stable and relatively high performance in Precision, Recall, and Average Precision (AP). Furthermore, simulated tests… More >

Tian Tian¹, Huayi Wei^2,*

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.33, No.4, pp. 1-2, 2025, DOI:10.32604/icces.2025.011175

Abstract Brittle fracture is a critical failure mode in structural materials, and accurately simulating its evolution is essential for engineering design, material performance evaluation, and failure prediction. Traditional numerical methods, however, face significant challenges when dealing with higher-order fracture models and complex fracture behaviors. To overcome these challenges, this study proposes an innovative simulation framework based on higher-order finite element methods and adaptive mesh refinement, effectively balancing computational efficiency and simulation accuracy.
The research first develops a higher-order finite element method for the continuum damage fracture phase-field model. By incorporating higher-order finite element techniques, the proposed method… More >

Roberto Caviglia¹, Daniyar Aliaskharov², Alessio Aceti¹, Mila Dalla Preda³, Paola Girdinio², Giovanni Battista Gaggero^2,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.85, No.3, pp. 5327-5340, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.068509 - 23 October 2025

Abstract Industrial Control Systems (ICS) in Operational Technology (OT) environments face unique cybersecurity challenges due to legacy systems, critical operational needs, and incompatibility with standard IT security practices. To address these challenges, this paper presents the Security Operation and Event Management (SOEM) platform, a software designed to support Security Operations Centers (SOCs) in reaching full visibility of OT environments. SOEM integrates diverse log sources and intrusion detection systems, including logs generated by the control system itself and additional on-the-shelf products, to enhance situational awareness and enable rapid incident response. The pilot project was carried out within More >

Lin Huang^1,2, Ying Zhou², Jingjing Yang^1,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.85, No.3, pp. 4587-4606, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.068370 - 23 October 2025

Abstract The construction of centralized and standardized material databases is essential to support both scientific innovation and industrial application. However, for rare and precious metal materials, existing data resources are often decentralized. This results in persistent issues such as data silos and fragmentation, which significantly hinder efficient data utilization and collaboration. In response to these challenges, this study investigates the development of an integrated platform for sharing genetic data of rare and precious metal materials. The research begins by analyzing current trends in material data platforms, both domestically and internationally. These insights help inform the architectural… More >

Cuiping Li¹, Ziyun Zong¹, Xingxu Zhu¹, Zheng Fang², Caiqi Jia³, Wenbo Si⁴, Gangui Yan¹, Junhui Li^1,*

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.9, pp. 3459-3485, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.066629 - 26 August 2025

Abstract In response to the issue of determining the appropriate capacity when hybrid energy storage systems (HESS) collaborate with thermal power units (TPU) in the system’s secondary frequency regulation, a configuration method for HESS based on the analysis of frequency regulation demand analysis is proposed. And a corresponding simulation platform is developed. Firstly, a frequency modulation demand method for reducing the frequency modulation losses of TPU is proposed. Secondly, taking into comprehensive consideration that flywheel energy storage features rapid power response and battery energy storage has the characteristic of high energy density, a coordinated control strategy… More > Graphic Abstract

Wuyi Zhu¹, Meng Zou¹, Wenji Liu¹, Linlin Cui^2,*

Revue Internationale de Géomatique, Vol.34, pp. 363-377, 2025, DOI:10.32604/rig.2025.065708 - 14 July 2025

Abstract Exploring the spatiotemporal changes in Fractional Vegetation Coverage (FVC) helps to more accurately understand the quality of the ecological environment, which is of great significance for regional ecological protection and sustainable economic development. The study takes the Chengdu-Chongqing urban agglomeration as the research area, analyzes the characteristics and trends of vegetation cover changes from 2000 to 2020 using the Google Earth Engine cloud platform, and explores its driving factors based on the enhanced regression tree model. The results show that: (1) From 2000 to 2020, the annual FVC of the Chengdu-Chongqing urban agglomeration showed a… More >

Changchao Qi¹, Lingdi Fu¹, Ming Wen¹, Hao Qian², Shuai Zhao^1,*

Structural Durability & Health Monitoring, Vol.19, No.4, pp. 1073-1087, 2025, DOI:10.32604/sdhm.2025.061898 - 30 June 2025

Abstract The accuracy and reliability of non-destructive testing (NDT) approaches in detecting interior corrosion problems are critical, yet research in this field is limited. This work describes a novel way to monitor the structural integrity of steel gas pipelines that uses advanced numerical modeling techniques to anticipate fracture development and corrosion effects. The objective is to increase pipeline dependability and safety through more precise, real-time health evaluations. Compared to previous approaches, our solution provides higher accuracy in fault detection and quantification, making it ideal for pipeline integrity monitoring in real-world applications. To solve this issue, statistical… More >

Rajendren Subramaniam¹, Saaidal Razalli Azzuhri^2,*, Teh Ying Wah¹, Atif Mahmood³, Vimala Balakrishnan¹

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.83, No.3, pp. 4257-4280, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.061560 - 19 May 2025

Abstract Counterfeiting is still a pervasive global issue, affecting multiple industries and hindering industrial innovation, while causing substantial financial losses, reputational damage, and risks to consumer safety. From luxury goods and pharmaceuticals to electronics and automotive parts, counterfeit products infiltrate supply chains, leading to a loss of revenue for legitimate businesses and undermining consumer trust. Traditional anti-counterfeiting measures, such as holograms, serial numbers, and barcodes, have proven to be insufficient as counterfeiters continuously develop more sophisticated replication techniques. As a result, there is a growing need for more advanced, secure, and reliable methods to prevent counterfeiting.… More >

Anna Chiara Uggenti¹, Giorgio Rech², Raffaella Gerboni^2,*, Gianmario Ledda², Amedeo Aliberti¹, Claudia Vivalda³, Emanuela Bruno², Andrea Carpignano²

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.4, pp. 757-782, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.062347 - 06 May 2025

Abstract The paper presents an innovative approach to studying the reuse of a decommissioned natural gas production platform for the seasonal storage and extraction of a hydrogen-methane (H₂-CH₄) mixture from a depleted reservoir. The reuse plan involves removing outdated equipment from the platform’s decks while retaining essential components such as wellheads and separators. Exploiting a depleted reservoir for the injection of an H₂-CH₄ mixture requires a thorough understanding of its specific characteristics. This paper focuses on the engineering approach adopted in the basic design phase for such a conversion, providing recommendations and HSE guidelines. Given the hazardous… More >

Jie Zou^1,2, Ping Wu^2,*, Jianwei Chen³, Weijie Fan², Yidong Xu²

Structural Durability & Health Monitoring, Vol.19, No.3, pp. 441-471, 2025, DOI:10.32604/sdhm.2024.058864 - 03 April 2025

Abstract As an essential part of the urban infrastructure, underground utility tunnels have a long service life, complex structural performance evolution and dynamic changes both inside and outside the tunnel. These combined factors result in a wide variety of disaster risks during the operation and maintenance phase, which make risk management and control particularly challenging. This work first reviews three common representative disaster factors during the operation and maintenance period: settlement, earthquakes, and explosions. It summarizes the causes of disasters, key technologies, and research methods. Then, it delves into the research on the intelligent operation and More >