The
dynamic
modulus
of
asphalt
mixture
is
a
key
parameter
to
evaluate
its
viscoelastic
and
fatigue
performance.
This
can
be
determined
by
laboratory
measurements
or
model
forecasting.
utilization
prediction
models
offers
an
efficient
alternative
that
avoid
time-taking
experiments.
Therefore,
it
very
important
accurately
predict
the
modulus.
study
aims
propose
with
high
accuracy,
robustness
interpretability
considering
hyper-parameter
optimization.
A
new
hybrid
developed
combining
Sparrow
Search
Algorithm
(SSA)
Light
Gradient
Boosting
Machine
(LightGBM).
input
variables
are
evaluated
using
Pearson
Correlation
Coefficient
(PCC).
accuracy
accessed.
And
relative
significance
analysis
conducted
measure
effect
parameters
on
prediction.
research
findings
indicate
SSA-LightGBM
has
best
precision
in
compared
previous
regression
machine
learning
models.
binder
type
for
complex
shear
found
most
critical
feature
predicting
modulus,
followed
test
temperature,
viscosity,
performance
grade
(PG)
at
low
temperature.
Applied Soft Computing,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
159, С. 111661 - 111661
Опубликована: Апрель 23, 2024
This
study
addresses
the
enhanced
prevalence
of
carbonation,
a
process
accelerating
steel
reinforcement
corrosion,
in
recycled
aggregate
concrete
(RAC)
compared
to
natural
concrete.
Traditional
carbonation
depth
assessment
methods
RAC
are
noted
for
being
labor-intensive,
costly,
and
requiring
specialized
expertise.
There's
deficiency
application
machine
learning
techniques
accurately
predicting
RAC,
gap
this
aims
fill.
Utilizing
extreme
gradient
boosting
(XGBoost)
technique,
recognized
its
efficacy
ensemble
learning,
innovates
modeling
RAC.
It
emphasizes
criticality
hyperparameter
optimization
XGBoost
algorithm
maximizing
model
accuracy.
To
achieve
this,
three
novel
metaheuristic
algorithms,
including
reptile
search
(RSA),
Aquila
optimizer
(AO),
arithmetic
(AOA),
were
introduced
as
global
optimizers
tunning
hyperparameters.
The
was
underpinned
by
comprehensive
database
compiled
from
extensive
literature,
facilitating
development
an
accurate
model.
Through
rigorous
evaluations,
sensitivity
analyses,
Wilcoxon
signed-rank
test,
runtime
comparisons,
synthesized
models
demonstrated
exceptional
accuracy,
with
coefficients
determination
exceeding
0.95.
XGBoost-AO
algorithm,
particular,
showcased
superior
performance,
XGBoost-RSA
providing
efficient
predictions
considering
runtime.
SHapley
Additive
exPlanations
(SHAP)
interpretation
highlighted
environmental
conditions
significant
influencers.
A
user-friendly
graphical
user
interface
developed,
enhancing
practical
utility
findings
progression
over
time.
research
significantly
advances
predictive
accuracy
contributing
sustainable
management
infrastructures
emphasizing
integration
advanced
structural
engineering
advancements.
Coatings,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
14(4), С. 386 - 386
Опубликована: Март 26, 2024
Carbonation
is
one
of
the
critical
issues
affecting
durability
reinforced
concrete.
Evaluating
depth
concrete
carbonation
great
significance
for
ensuring
quality
and
safety
construction
projects.
In
recent
years,
various
prediction
algorithms
have
been
developed
evaluating
depth.
This
article
provides
a
detailed
overview
existing
models
According
to
data
processing
methods
used
in
model,
can
be
divided
into
mathematical
curve
machine
learning
models.
The
further
following
categories:
artificial
neural
network
decision
tree
support
vector
combined
basic
idea
model
directly
establish
relationship
between
age
by
using
certain
function
curves.
advantage
that
only
small
amount
experimental
needed
fitting,
which
very
convenient
engineering
applications.
limitation
it
consider
influence
some
factors
on
concrete,
accuracy
cannot
guaranteed.
predict
many
considered
at
same
time.
When
there
are
sufficient
data,
trained
give
more
accurate
results
than
model.
main
defect
needs
lot
as
training
samples,
so
not
A
future
research
direction
may
combine
with
evaluate
accurately.
Buildings,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
15(1), С. 149 - 149
Опубликована: Янв. 6, 2025
Chloride
ion
concentration
significantly
impacts
the
durability
of
reinforced
concrete,
particularly
regarding
corrosion.
Accurately
assessing
how
this
varies
with
age
structures
is
crucial
for
ensuring
their
safety
and
longevity.
Recently,
several
predictive
models
have
emerged
to
analyze
chloride
over
time,
classified
into
empirical
machine
learning
based
on
data
processing
techniques.
Empirical
directly
relate
concrete
through
specific
functions.
Their
primary
advantage
lies
in
low
requirements,
making
them
convenient
engineering
use.
However,
these
often
fail
account
multiple
influencing
factors,
which
can
limit
accuracy.
Conversely,
handle
various
factors
simultaneously,
providing
a
more
detailed
understanding
evolves.
When
adequately
trained
sufficient
experimental
data,
generally
offer
superior
prediction
accuracy
compared
mathematical
models.
The
downside
that
they
necessitate
larger
dataset
training,
complicate
practical
application.
Future
research
could
focus
combining
models,
leveraging
respective
strengths
achieve
precise
evaluation
relation
structural
age.
Buildings,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
15(4), С. 614 - 614
Опубликована: Фев. 17, 2025
In
the
Gobi
region,
concrete
structures
frequently
suffer
erosion
from
wind
gravel
flow.
This
notably
impairs
their
longevity.
Therefore,
creating
a
predictive
model
for
flow-related
damage
is
crucial
to
proactively
address
and
manage
this
problem.
Traditional
theoretical
models
often
fail
predict
rate
of
(CER)
accurately.
issue
arises
oversimplified
assumptions
failure
account
environmental
variations
complex
nonlinear
relationships
between
parameters.
Consequently,
single
traditional
inadequate
predicting
CER
under
flow
conditions
in
region.
To
this,
study
utilized
machine
learning
(ML)
more
precise
prediction
evaluation
CER.
The
support
vector
(SVM)
demonstrates
superior
performance,
evidenced
by
its
R2
value
nearing
one
notable
reduction
RMSE
1.123
1.573
less
than
long
short-term
memory
network
(LSTM)
BP
neural
(BPNN)
models,
respectively.
Ensuring
that
training
set
comprises
at
least
80%
total
data
volume
SVM
model’s
accuracy.
Moreover,
time
identified
as
most
significant
factor
affecting
An
enhanced
model,
derived
Bitter
Oka
framework
integrating
strength
parameters,
was
formulated.
It
showed
average
relative
errors
22%
31.6%
however,
recorded
minimal
error
just
−0.5%,
markedly
surpassing
these
improved
terms
Theoretical
rely
on
simplifying
assumptions,
such
linear
homogeneous
material
properties.
practice,
factors
like
materials,
flow,
climate
change
are
non-homogeneous.
significantly
limits
applicability
real-world
environments.
Ultimately,
algorithm
highly
effective
developing
reliable
safeguarding
Sustainability,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
17(4), С. 1726 - 1726
Опубликована: Фев. 19, 2025
The
accurate
prediction
of
ship
carbon
dioxide
(CO2)
emissions
and
fuel
consumption
is
critical
for
enhancing
environmental
sustainability
in
the
maritime
industry.
This
study
introduces
a
novel
ensemble
learning
approach,
Voting-BRL
model,
which
integrates
Bayesian
Ridge
Regression
Lasso
to
improve
accuracy
robustness.
Utilizing
four
years
real-world
data
from
THETIS-MRV
platform
managed
by
European
Maritime
Safety
Agency
(EMSA),
proposed
model
first
employs
Analysis
Variance
(ANOVA)
feature
selection,
effectively
reducing
dimensionality
mitigating
noise
interference.
then
combines
strengths
handling
uncertainty
correlations
with
Regression’s
capability
automatic
selection
through
voting
mechanism.
Experimental
results
demonstrate
that
achieves
an
R2
0.9981
Root
Mean
Square
Error
(RMSE)
8.53,
outperforming
traditional
machine
models
such
as
XGBRegressor,
attains
0.97
RMSE
45.03.
Additionally,
ablation
studies
confirm
approach
significantly
enhances
predictive
performance
leveraging
complementary
individual
models.
not
only
provides
superior
but
also
exhibits
enhanced
generalization
capabilities
stability,
making
it
reliable
tool
predicting
CO2
consumption.
advancement
contributes
more
effective
emission
management
operational
efficiency
shipping
sector,
supporting
global
efforts
reduce
greenhouse
gas
emissions.