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AI Enhances Non-Destructive Testing in Concrete Engineering

Mostafa Khedr, Mahmoud Metawie, and Mohamed Marzouk from Cairo University have developed a framework that integrates Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) with deep learning for non-destructive classification of rebar diameters in concrete. Their model using YOLO v8 achieved 97.2% accuracy, offering a safer and more efficient alternative for structural integrity assessments.

14 Sep 2025

How Deep Learning Is Optimizing Biodiesel Feedstocks for a Greener Future

A new comprehensive review explores how artificial neural networks (ANNs) and deep learning techniques are transforming biodiesel production. These tools enhance feedstock selection, optimize yields, and enable more sustainable, scalable, and cost-effective biofuel solutions.

1 Sep 2025

AI Predicted Fusion Ignition Days Before Historic 2022 Breakthrough

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory researchers used an AI-driven cognitive simulation model to successfully predict fusion ignition days before the historic Dec. 5, 2022 shot at the National Ignition Facility. Trained on 150,000 simulations, the model forecasted a 74% chance of surpassing energy breakeven.

22 Aug 2025

AI-Powered OmicsFootPrint Maps Disease Patterns for Precision Medicine

Mayo Clinic researchers have developed OmicsFootPrint, an AI tool that transforms complex biological data into intuitive circular images, enabling better visualization of disease patterns and guiding personalized therapies.

9 Feb 2025

AI Transforms Fuel Cell Materials Discovery, Boosting Efficiency and Innovation

AI is revolutionizing fuel cell research by accelerating material discovery, optimizing system parameters, and overcoming traditional trial-and-error limitations.

28 Jan 2025

AI Unlocks Catalytic Secrets with Infrared Spectroscopy

Research integrates infrared spectroscopy with machine learning to map spectroscopic fingerprints to atomistic structures, enabling precise monitoring of C–C coupling processes on catalytic surfaces. The model demonstrates broad applicability, including on doped Cu surfaces, advancing AI-driven chemical reaction insights.

16 Jan 2025

Harnessing AI to Decode and Combat Harmful Algal Blooms

Researchers developed an explainable AI model to predict harmful algal blooms, uncovering key environmental drivers and offering scalable solutions for data-scarce regions.

15 Jan 2025

Transfer Learning Meets Physics-Based AI for Superior SLM Melt Pool Modeling

Researchers developed TLE-PINN, a transfer learning-enhanced physics-informed neural network, to predict melt pool morphology in selective laser melting (SLM), achieving faster training, higher accuracy, and reduced computational costs. This breakthrough offers a scalable solution for real-time process control in manufacturing.

10 Jan 2025

Improving Urban Mobility with AI Traffic Models

A novel data-driven framework identifies scalable traffic congestion patterns, leveraging machine learning to predict speed and flow dynamics across diverse urban environments. This breakthrough offers insights for improving navigation systems and sustainable urban planning.

25 Nov 2024

AI Reconstructs Europe’s Climate Extremes, Transforming Climate Risk Analysis

AI reconstructs historical climate extremes in Europe from 1901 to 2018, filling data gaps and enhancing climate risk assessment.

4 Nov 2024

LOLA Sets New Standards in Multilingual Natural Language Processing

Researchers introduced LOLA, a massively multilingual LLM utilizing a sparse Mixture-of-Experts architecture, outperforming larger models on multilingual tasks with efficiency and scalability.

23 Sep 2024

AI Camera Traps With Continual Learning Boost Real-Time Wildlife Monitoring Accuracy

Researchers developed low-cost AI-enabled camera traps with on-site continual learning, significantly improving real-time wildlife monitoring accuracy in diverse environments.

11 Sep 2024

Deep Learning Advances Deep-Sea Biota Identification in the Great Barrier Reef

Researchers developed the "Deepdive" dataset and benchmarked deep learning models to automate the classification of deep-sea biota in the Great Barrier Reef, achieving significant accuracy with the Inception-ResNet model.

8 Sep 2024

Deep Reinforcement Learning Boosts Robotic Manipulation

A deep reinforcement learning model enhances robotic manipulation by integrating pushing and grasping, achieving an 87% success rate in cluttered environments.

30 Aug 2024

Enhancing Maritime CV with Domain Knowledge

Researchers introduced innovative computer vision techniques to the maritime industry, incorporating ensemble learning and domain knowledge. These methods significantly improve detection accuracy and optimize video viewing on vessels, offering advancements for marine operations and communication.

27 Aug 2024

AI Boosts Advanced SQL Injection Detection

The study introduces SqliGPT, an LLM-driven tool designed to enhance SQL injection detection. By leveraging contextual understanding and defense-bypassing capabilities, SqliGPT outperforms traditional scanners, providing a more effective solution for web application security against SQLI threats.

14 Aug 2024

Transfer Learning Enhances Chatbot Models Across Domains

Researchers explored using transfer learning to improve chatbot models for customer service across various industries, showing significant performance boosts, particularly in data-scarce areas. The study demonstrated successful deployment on physical robots like Softbank's Pepper and Temi.

9 Aug 2024

Compressing CNNs Boosts Efficiency

Researchers developed a geometric method to compress convolutional neural networks, enhancing computational efficiency without sacrificing accuracy. By using the Separation Index, they significantly reduced model size, enabling efficient deployment on resource-constrained devices like wearables and IoT systems.

7 Aug 2024

Variational Autoencoders Improve Energy Minimization Stability

Researchers developed a deep learning-based approach using variational autoencoders (VAEs) to address instabilities in energy minimization within density functional theory. VAEs improved accuracy and stability in density profiles, demonstrating effective performance in both 1D and 3D models with successful transfer learning.

1 Aug 2024

Deep Learning-based Gangue Sorting for Coal Plants

A study in Scientific Reports introduced a deep learning-based, non-contact system for coal gangue sorting, significantly improving accuracy and efficiency. Utilizing a ResNet-50 network, the system achieves over 97% recognition accuracy and a sorting rate exceeding 91%, with separation times under 3 seconds.

25 Jul 2024