Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: June 8, 2024
Abstract
Embankment
dams
have
many
advantages;
however,
they
frequently
develop
seepage
problems
which
may
cause
dams’
failure.
In
this
study,
comparison
analysis
of
through
embankment
was
conducted
using
three
different
methods,
namely
experimental
tests,
mathematical
calculations
and
numerical
modeling.
Three
homogeneous
dam
models
with
downstream
drainage
filters
were
considered.
Results
revealed
that
SEEP/W
model
is
inappropriate
to
compute
the
water
flow
volume
if
there
an
intersection
between
line
slope
due
appearance
pipes.
Numerical
modeling
based
on
software
found
be
compatible
rest
physical
models.
The
findings
also
demonstrated
for
all
scenarios,
both
Casagrande
equations
produced
lines
closely
matched
observed
lines.
These
results
highlight
significance
managing
line’s
location
ensure
stability
implementation
horizontal
drains.
Ecological Indicators,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
160, P. 111922 - 111922
Published: March 1, 2024
Exploring
regional
differences
in
land
use
carbon
emission
efficiency
(LUCE)
and
the
path
of
collaborative
reduction
Yangtze
River
Economic
Belt
(YREB)
are
immense
importance
to
achieve
sustainable
development.
Firstly,
based
on
estimation
method
emissions,
this
paper
scientifically
calculates
Delta
urban
agglomeration
(YRD),
middle
reaches
(MRYR),
Chengdu-Chongqing
(CC)
from
2010
2021
YREB.
And
each
city
agglomerations
was
obtained,
which
regarded
as
unexpected
output
evaluation
index
system.
Secondly,
three-stage
SBM-DEA
model
used
reveal
LUCE
its
spatiotemporal
characteristics
different
regions
a
static
perspective.
The
empirical
results
second
stage
SFA
showed
that
level
economic
development,
urbanization
rate,
industrial
structure,
non-agricultural
conversion
rate
agricultural
land,
scientific
technological
innovation
government
intervention
had
significant
effects
LUCE.
By
comparing
values
their
decompositions
first
third
various
agglomerations,
it
found
after
eliminating
environmental
random
factors,
average
ranking
comprehensive
technical
(TE)
changed
YRD
>
MRYR
CC
due
cross
influence
pure
(PTE)
scale
(SE).
Thirdly,
Malmquist
analyze
change
total
factor
productivity
(TFPch)
pattern
dynamic
It
TFPch,
progress
(TC),
(PEC)
(SEC)
three
major
all
varying
degrees
increase
adjustment.
Finally,
further
impact
progress,
PTE
SE
LUCE,
regression
constructed
with
dependent
variable,
TC,
PEC
SEC
independent
variables.
concluded
main
promote
improvement
whole
trend
changes
closely
related
management
level,
technology
structure
above
conclusions
provide
support
for
coordinated
YREB
perspective
use,
is
conducive
actively
steadily
promoting
realization
peak
neutrality
goals.
Ecological Indicators,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
162, P. 112043 - 112043
Published: April 19, 2024
Urban
parks
play
a
crucial
role
in
providing
social
services
and
promoting
the
health
well-being
of
residents.
They
serve
not
only
as
primary
aesthetic
spaces
for
urban
residents
but
also
venues
recreational
activities.
Exploring
strategies
constructing
that
integrate
landscape
aesthetics
value
is
essential.
This
approach
will
contribute
to
enhancing
quality
meet
genuine
needs
However,
there
currently
limited
attention
given
related
research.
Based
on
this,
study
focuses
Jinshan
Park
Fuzhou
City,
Fujian
Province,
China,
investigate
relationship
between
features
coexistence
recreation
values
parks.
The
research
employed
field
observations
questionnaire
surveys
assess
explore
their
coexistence.
Additionally,
semantic
segmentation
other
methods
were
introduced
quantify
features.
Linear
regression
analysis
was
then
applied
further
examine
impact
parks,
well
results
revealed:
(1)
moderate,
pattern
activities
park
follows
sequence
passing‐by
behaviors
>
static
dynamic
behaviors,
with
user
demographic
being
middle-aged
elderly
individuals.
be
improved.
In
comparison,
degree
behavior
relatively
high.
(2)
are
influenced
by
natural
elements,
green
view
index
playing
more
role.
Recreational
jointly
spatial,
natural,
construction,
facility
elements.
Concerning
different
types
spatial
elements
have
significant
public
followed
Passing‐by
most
construction
(3)
facilitated
presence
water,
an
appropriately
index,
diverse
plant
community
structure.
Improving
sky
openness
can
effectively
promote
behavior.
openness,
garden
architecture,
service
facilities.
provides
scientific
theoretical
foundation
model
reference
guide
both
values.
Emerging Science Journal,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
8(2), P. 687 - 699
Published: April 1, 2024
The
agricultural
sector's
output
holds
paramount
significance
for
the
global
population,
serving
as
an
indispensable
resource
survival
and
consumption.
Consequently,
alterations
in
landscapes
bear
substantial
implications
world's
food
supply.
objectives
of
this
research
are
to
investigate
depletion
land,
with
a
specific
focus
on
Samut
Songkhram
Province—an
agriculturally
prominent
region
Thailand
renowned
supplying
seafood
fruits
Bangkok.
By
employing
advanced
remote
sensing
change
detection
methods
incorporating
indices
like
NDVI,
NDWI,
NDBI,
study
meticulously
analyzed
land-use
changes.
outcomes
were
rigorously
scrutinized
through
supervised
classification,
validated
by
on-site
inspections,
corroborated
data
from
pertinent
agencies.
Findings
revealed
that
had
sustained
its
prominence
constituting
around
70%
province's
total
area
over
past
two
decades.
However,
expanse
has
undergone
persistent
transformation
during
last
20
years.
Notably,
most
surge
was
observed
conversion
land
urban
developed
areas,
particularly
zones
Amphawa
District,
followed
Mueang
Bang
Khonthi
districts.
This
investigation
illuminates
consistent
downward
trend
vital
source
sustenance
Thailand's
population
community.
Doi:
10.28991/ESJ-2024-08-02-020
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Text:
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Ecological Indicators,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
166, P. 112315 - 112315
Published: July 1, 2024
High-intensity
land
development
has
led
to
numerous
ecological
problems,
severely
threatening
regional
sustainable
development.
Resilience
is
key
maintaining
This
study
focuses
on
the
Taohe
River
Basin
and
constructs
an
resilience
evaluation
model
based
framework
of
ecosystem
adaptability,
resistance,
recovery
from
perspective
resilient
functions.
Using
software
such
as
InVEST
Fragstats,
assesses
spatiotemporal
changes
in
Basin.
Based
pattern,
sources
were
identified,
resistance
surfaces
constructed,
corridors
extracted,
thereby
establishing
security
pattern
for
During
period,
level
showed
a
gradual
upward
trend.
A
total
33
source
areas
accounting
27.57
%
area
Seventy
with
length
6478.63
km
average
92.55
km.
Combining
topography,
background
conditions,
current
urban
status
Basin,
"two
screens,
two
corridors,
five
areas,
multiple
points"
was
along
corresponding
optimization
suggestions.
The
research
results
are
great
significance
optimizing
spatial
layout,
security,
promoting
integrated
Additionally,
they
provide
new
ideas
assessing
resilience.
Ecological Indicators,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
158, P. 111314 - 111314
Published: Dec. 6, 2023
Rapid
urbanization
in
the
Jiangnan
Water
Network
region
has
resulted
degradation
of
ecosystems
and
interruption
ecological
functions.
The
security
pattern
(ESP)
is
crucial
for
balancing
economic
development
protection
within
an
area.
In
this
study,
we
focused
on
a
representative
Gaochun
water
network
area
devised
comprehensive
ESP
methodology.
This
study
combined
importance
ecosystem
services
(ESI),
landscape
connectivity
(Con),
sensitivity
(ESS),
starting
with
analysis
sources.
Furthermore,
both
natural
human
factors
are
emphasized
when
constructing
resilience
surface.
Nighttime
lighting
data
(NTL),
risk
index
(ERI),
land
intensity
factor
(CI)
were
used
to
calibrate
resistance
values.
Finally,
circuit
theory
was
applied
determine
optimal
path,
width,
strategy
points
corridors.
results
indicate
We
identified
39
source
areas,
74
corridors,
33
pinch
points,
45
barriers.
Based
this,
overall
spatial
optimization
plan
“five
cores,
three
patches,
belts,
multiple
points”
obtained.
aimed
explore
optimize
approach
regional
characteristics,
providing
new
pathways
decision
support
future
construction
patterns
region.