Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Influence of Bilateral WIG Effect on Oscillating Hydrofoil Energy Harvesting Performance and Experimental Suggestions

The oscillating hydrofoil represents a promising tidal energy harvesting device, but its hydrodynamic behavior and energy harvesting performance can be significantly affected by the wing-in-ground (WIG) effect under near-wall conditions. The present work establishes a two-dimensi...

Recognizing Mechanical Behaviors of Silt-Based Foamed Concretes from Image of Pores Using Deep-Learning Strategy

Abstract The pore structure of foamed concrete exhibits an inherent interaction with mechanical behavior. This study developed a novel deep-learning (DL) strategy to predict mechanical behavior of foamed concrete based on the image of pore distribution. This framework includes tw...

Collaborative optimization of car-following control and energy management for PHEBs based on deep reinforcement learning

To address the synergistic optimization of car-following control and energy management, this study proposes a collaborative optimization framework based on deep reinforcement learning (DRL). At the car-following control level, a predictive cruise control (PCC) model is developed...

Evidential constructions in Ghanaian parliamentary discourse: a corpus-based diachronic analysis (2005–2024)

Abstract While previous studies have examined various aspects of Ghanaian parliamentary discourse, little attention has been paid to evidential constructions. To address this gap, this corpus-based study examines four first-person evidential constructions ( I think , I believe ,...

Analysis of the Risk Evolution of Fatal Accidents in the Construction Industry Based on Bayesian Network

Abstract Fatal construction accidents, which cause significant loss of life, often arise from complex risks that evolve over time rather than from isolated or static hazards. However, existing research largely neglects this dynamic nature and offers limited insight into the tempo...

SiCl4-Assisted Calcination Strategy for Lithium Recovery and Regeneration of Cathodes

Abstract The rapid growth of lithium-ion battery (LIB) deployment has intensified the need for efficient and sustainable recycling of spent cathodes. This work introduces a silicon tetrachloride (SiCl4)-assisted calcination strategy that repurposes SiCl4, a hazardous byproduct of...

Explicit and high-precision period approximations for the circular Sitnikov restricted four-body problem

Abstract This brief note presents an explicit analytical approximation to the period of the circular Sitnikov restricted four-body problem. The proposed approximation achieves superior accuracy and greater algebraic compactness compared to existing analytical approximations acros...

Preparation Method of Simulated Deep Sandstone Materials Based on Dual Equivalence of Principal Components and Mechanical Properties, and Quantitative Evaluation of Simulation Effectiveness

Intact deep sandstone cores are scarce, heterogeneous with poorly repeatable, limiting systematic laboratory studies of deep-rock mechanical behavior. This study selected dense sandstone recovered from 1050 m in the Pingdingshan mining area as the prototype system for the develop...

Remote Calibratinga National-Wide Dense Low-CostSensor Network for Hyperlocal Air Surveillance

Abstract Emerging low-cost sensor (LCS) technologies offer a unique opportunity to achieve equitable, high-granularity air surveillance. Yet without proper calibration, their raw observations are often considered invalid for rigorous research and regulatory purposes. Common calib...

Toward smarter solar: IoT and fuzzy logic for real-time maximum power point tracking and monitoring of photovoltaic systems

Abstract Photovoltaic (PV) systems are extremely prone to wear and tear and physical damage due to large variation in environmental conditions. Integration of real-time monitoring systems with PV would be highly advantageous in detecting early faults and performance degradation c...

Ergonomics-Aware Task Allocation for Human-Centric Collaborative Assembly: A Systematic Review

Human-centric manufacturing is reshaping collaborative production systems by repositioning human capabilities, safety, experience, and well-being as central concerns in the design and operation of intelligent manufacturing. As manufacturing moves toward Industry 5.0, task allocat...

p38β-mediated BiP phosphorylation drives stemness and chemoresistance by suppressing UPR activation in hepatocellular carcinoma

Abstract Tumor-initiating cells (TICs) promote tumor initiation and therapy resistance, yet the kinase regulators that sustain TICs remain incompletely defined. Here, we identify the stress kinase p38β (MAPK11) supports TIC maintenance and drug resistance in hepatocellular carcin...

Optimisation design of rail profiles for improving wear and RCF performances on a small-radius curve: A case study

Abstract Wear and rolling contact fatigue (RCF) are regarded as two prominent factors that deteriorate the long-term service performances and aggravate the maintenance costs of metro rails on the small-radius curves, therefore an effective countermeasure against which is needed....

Leveraging Deep Reinforcement Learning to Facilitate the Transition from Knowledge Diversity to Knowledge Creation in Construction Project Teams

Abstract Knowledge diversity is essential for innovation in construction project teams, yet translating it into tangible outcomes remains challenging. Traditional management theories and static methods often fail to provide dynamic solutions. This study addresses the issue throug...

A Technology-Blended Exercise Intervention for Cognitive Risk Reduction and Brain Health in Middle-Aged and Older Adults with Type 2 Diabetes in Singapore

BACKGROUND: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a major modifiable risk factor for accelerated brain ageing, cognitive decline, and dementia. However, sustainable lifestyle interventions targeting cognitive health in at-risk older adult populations remain limited. This mixed-metho...

Predictive Effect of Neighborhood Disadvantage on Depressive Symptoms Among Chinese Middle-Aged and Older Adults: Social Support and Children’s Marital Status as Intervening Factors

Abstract Depressive symptoms among Chinese middle-aged and older adults have risen substantially in recent years, yet how neighborhood and family factors relate to mental health remains insufficiently understood in China. Using survey data from 1,177 respondents in Chengdu, this...

Elevating excellence: Examining the effects of spatial competition on hotel quality

This study investigates how spatial competition influences the quality of hotel properties in the lodging market. We collected hotel characteristics and online rating data for 3,443 properties in Texas, USA, spanning from 2010 to 2019. A two-way fixed-effects panel data model ind...

Optimising LoRA for fine-tuning lightweight LLM expert agents in cross-regional collaboration in the construction industry: Evidence from the Greater Bay Area

Abstract Under the “One Country, Two Systems, Three Legal Jurisdictions” framework, cross-regional collaboration in the construction industry of the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) is more complex than other urban agglomerations, and this makes traditional method...

A Critical Review of Full-Scale Fire Tests and Prediction Methods for Timber–Concrete Composite Slab Floors

Abstract With growing demand on low-carbon and fire-safe building solutions, timber–concrete composite (TCC) floors have emerged as a sustainable and efficient alternative. This paper provides a critical review of the fire performance of slab-type TCC floors, with an emphasis on...

Recent Advances in Interfacial Chemistry for Solid‐State Lithium–Sulfur Batteries

ABSTRACT All‐solid‐state Lithium–sulfur batteries (ASSLSBs) have emerged as a highly promising candidate for next‐generation energy storage systems, featuring a unique combination of earth‐abundant sulfur cathodes, high‐capacity lithium metal anodes, and nonflammable solid‐state...