This paper presents enhancements to, and the demonstration of, General Urban area Microclimate Predictions tool (GUMP), which is designed to provide hyper-local weather predictions by combining machine-learning (ML) models computational fluid dynamic (CFD) simulations. For further development of GUMP, Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) campus was used as a test environment. Local senso...

A practical application of the spherical involute surface to the forged straight bevel gears is provided and demonstrated in this work. Conjugate (pure involute) theoretical surfaces are developed from the input design parameters. The surfaces are modified to suit the actual application (automotive differential). The unloaded (or low load) tooth contact analysis of modified surfaces is performe...

in order to compare the precision of predictions of nrc (2001) and cncps models, 17 holstein fresh cows were assigned in a randomized complete block design to a balanced diet with nrc (2001) and cncps software. the predicted dmi, energy allowable milk and protein allowable milk by both models were compared with observed values. the precision of the predictions of models was evaluated by calcula...

Machine-learning algorithms aid predictions for complex systems with multiple influencing variables. However, many neural-network related algorithms behave as black boxes in terms of revealing how the prediction of each data record is performed. This drawback limits their ability to provide detailed insights concerning the workings of the underlying system, or to relate predictions to specific ...

The world view suggested by quantum cosmology is that inflating universes with all possible values of the fundamental constants are spontaneously created out of nothing. I explore the consequences of the assumption that we are a “typical” civilization living in this metauniverse. The conclusions include inflation with an extremely flat potential and low thermalization temperature, structure for...