An interactive mathematical methodology for time series prediction that integrates wavelet de-noising and decomposition with an Artificial Neural Network (ANN) method is put forward here. In this methodology, the underlying time series is initially decomposed into trend and noise components by a wavelet de-noising method. Both trend and noise components are then further decomposed by a wavelet ...

Molten salt electrolysis is a proven technology for the extraction of metals -all the world's primary aluminum is produced in this manner. The unique properties of molten salts also make them excellent media in which to treat a variety of forms of waste. Of special note in this regard is electrolysis in molten oxides, a concept put forward by the author, initially as a "clean technology" for pr...

The aim of this paper is to revisit the calculation of atom-surface quantum friction in the quantum field theory formulation put forward by Barton (2010 New J. Phys. 12 113045). We show that the power dissipated into field excitations and the associated friction force depend on how the atom is boosted from being initially at rest to a configuration in which it is moving at constant velocity (v)...

When comparing digits of different physical sizes, numerical and physical size interact. For example, in a numerical comparison task, people are faster to compare two digits when their numerical size (the relevant dimension) and physical size (the irrelevant dimension) are congruent than when they are incongruent. Two main accounts have been put forward to explain this size congruity effect. Ac...

This article contains an elementary introduction to the cryptanalysis of stream ciphers. Initially, a few historical examples are given to explain the core aspects of cryptography and the various properties of stream ciphers. We define the meaning of cryptographic strength and show how to identify weaknesses in a cryptosystem. Then, we show how these cryptographic weaknesses can be exploited an...

Growing networks of actin fibers are able to organize into compact, stiff two-dimensional structures inside lamellipodia of crawling cells. We put forward the hypothesis that the growing actin network is a critically self-organized system, in which long-range mechanical stresses arising from the interaction with the plasma membrane provide the selective pressure leading to organization. We show...

homicide is one of the most important crimes in all countries statutory laws. such an importance is out of both of severity of the committed crime and difficulties in trial. these difficulties may cause to different and even paradoxical verdicts in the same case. this article is involved in one of these cases, i.e. homicide which has encountered to different judgments and is still open. brief r...