Objective:To assess the knowledge and attitudes of the general population regarding hepatitis B virus(HBV)infection,their association with sociodemographic factors,and the community’s willingness to pay for hepatitis...Objective:To assess the knowledge and attitudes of the general population regarding hepatitis B virus(HBV)infection,their association with sociodemographic factors,and the community’s willingness to pay for hepatitis B vaccination.Methods:This cross-sectional study was conducted from January to March 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City,Vietnam.A self-administered questionnaire was distributed to 1098 adults who were recruited via nonprobability convenience sampling.Descriptive analysis was conducted to calculate the frequencies and percentages of the categorical variables.A Chi-square test was carried out to explore the association between the independent and categorical dependent variables.Results:A total of 926 complete questionnaires were returned and included in the analysis.Among the participants,524(56.6%)exhibited good knowledge about HBV infection and vaccination,while 651(70.3%)showed positive attitudes toward the issues of interest.The factors associated with knowledge and attitudes were household incomes,health insurance,family history of HBV infection,vaccination intention,reasons for nonvaccination,sources of HBV information,and awareness of immunization programs and vaccination sites.Conclusions:Although most participants had limited knowledge of HBV symptoms and transmission,their attitudes toward vaccination remained positive.Targeted national strategies and intervention initiatives are needed since public awareness and attitudes toward the condition greatly impact intervention success.展开更多
The current inertial measurement unit(IMU)and odometry fusion navigation algorithms often incorporate non-holonomic constraints(NHC)to obtain three-dimensional velocity in the navigation frame.However,due to the integ...The current inertial measurement unit(IMU)and odometry fusion navigation algorithms often incorporate non-holonomic constraints(NHC)to obtain three-dimensional velocity in the navigation frame.However,due to the integral nature of the dead reckoning algorithm,the attitude errors of the IMU accumulate over time,causing the velocity transformation results to fail to accurately reflect the threedimensional velocity in the navigation frame.Based on the fact that during a vehicle??s horizontal and uniform motion,the vertical acceleration is consistent with gravitational acceleration,this paper proposes an IMU/odometry fusion navigation algorithm based on horizontal attitude constraints(HAC).Building on non-holonomic constraints,this algorithm determines the motion state of the vehicle through accelerometer output and zeroes out the pitch and roll angles during horizontal and uniform motion.Verified through two sets of real-world vehicle test data,this algorithm improves horizontal positioning accuracy by approximately 63%and 70%,and vertical positioning accuracy by 98%and 97%,compared with the traditional NHC IMU/odometer fusion algorithm.展开更多
Amphibious vehicles are more prone to attitude instability compared to ships,making it crucial to develop effective methods for monitoring instability risks.However,large inclination events,which can lead to instabili...Amphibious vehicles are more prone to attitude instability compared to ships,making it crucial to develop effective methods for monitoring instability risks.However,large inclination events,which can lead to instability,occur frequently in both experimental and operational data.This infrequency causes events to be overlooked by existing prediction models,which lack the precision to accurately predict inclination attitudes in amphibious vehicles.To address this gap in predicting attitudes near extreme inclination points,this study introduces a novel loss function,termed generalized extreme value loss.Subsequently,a deep learning model for improved waterborne attitude prediction,termed iInformer,was developed using a Transformer-based approach.During the embedding phase,a text prototype is created based on the vehicle’s operation log data is constructed to help the model better understand the vehicle’s operating environment.Data segmentation techniques are used to highlight local data variation features.Furthermore,to mitigate issues related to poor convergence and slow training speeds caused by the extreme value loss function,a teacher forcing mechanism is integrated into the model,enhancing its convergence capabilities.Experimental results validate the effectiveness of the proposed method,demonstrating its ability to handle data imbalance challenges.Specifically,the model achieves over a 60%improvement in root mean square error under extreme value conditions,with significant improvements observed across additional metrics.展开更多
Background:Despite highly effective vaccines against SARS-CoV-2,COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy persisted in some populations in England during the pandemic,with rates and motivations for hesitancy varying by demographic g...Background:Despite highly effective vaccines against SARS-CoV-2,COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy persisted in some populations in England during the pandemic,with rates and motivations for hesitancy varying by demographic group.Addressing the drivers of vaccine hesitancy through targeted interventions in hesitant groups is a public health priority for better and more rapid control of disease spread.We aimed to characterise the determinants and subtypes of vaccine hesitancy and identify more persistent forms of hesitancy via analysis of vaccine uptake in a large cross-sectional cohort with linked National Health Service(NHS)data.展开更多
Explicit attitude measures seem to be rather poor predictors of organ donation behaviour. This study examined whether implicit attitude measures acted as better predictors. Special attention was paid to the moderating...Explicit attitude measures seem to be rather poor predictors of organ donation behaviour. This study examined whether implicit attitude measures acted as better predictors. Special attention was paid to the moderating role played by attitude strength in predicting deliberate donation behaviour. In this study (N = 78), explicit and implicit measures of attitudes towards organ donation, as well as behavioural commitment, were assessed. Implicit associations were measured by an Implicit Association Test;five constructs assessed self-reported—understood as reflected—attitude strength. The explicit attitude measure appeared to be the best single predictor of whether the participant ended up taking an organ donor card. More importantly, test results demonstrated the moderating role of attitude strength. In the case of low attitude strength, the likelihood of taking a donor card increased with an increasing positive implicit association. In contrast, increasing strength was associated with a weaker link between card taking and the implicit attitude measure. The results are discussed in light of the power of implicit associations to predict more deliberate behaviours.展开更多
Implicit Internet attitude refers to the implicit, automatic psychological tendency of an individual toward the Internet. A study found that Internet addicts held an implicit attitude and positive evaluation toward th...Implicit Internet attitude refers to the implicit, automatic psychological tendency of an individual toward the Internet. A study found that Internet addicts held an implicit attitude and positive evaluation toward the Intemet, and this type of evaluations could be effectively changed through subliminal evaluative conditioning technology. An investigation on IAT effect showed the implicit attitude of the Intemet addicts was stable and variable, and AIA （ambivalence of implicit attitudes） might be an integrated perspective to solve the problem.展开更多
Background:We aimed to study physician attitudes toward ultrasound-guided procedures and possible improvements.We hypothesized that the usage of ultrasound in procedures may be limited by a high barrier of entry and t...Background:We aimed to study physician attitudes toward ultrasound-guided procedures and possible improvements.We hypothesized that the usage of ultrasound in procedures may be limited by a high barrier of entry and that most physicians would choose to adopt software that provides real-time image guidance if accessible.Methods:A voluntary,cross-sectional survey of physicians at a single site was conducted using a five-point Likert scale.Data analysis included both descriptive and inferential statistical analyses and stratified by categorical descriptors,including variables of formal training,years of experience,and specialty of practice.Results:One hundred sixteen physicians responded to the survey.The majority disagreed that there was a steep learning curve(57.5%)and that they need more time to identify structures under ultrasound(85.0%).Overall attitudes were mixed about the use of additional software to improve ease of use,but most(55.4%)had positive opinions toward the addition of real-time 3D reconstruction.Respondents without formal training were significantly more likely to agree that additional software would improve ease of ultrasound-guided procedures(p=0.0389).Radiologists were significantly more likely to perceive a steeper learning curve and less likely to advocate for supplemental software compared to emergency medicine physicians,surgeons,or anesthesiologists.Conclusions:Surveyed physicians demonstrated comfort with ultrasound-guided procedures and a mixed stance toward the use of additional software to assist with procedures.Those without formal training had significantly more positive attitudes toward the use of additional technology to augment ultrasound-guided procedures,suggesting a knowledge gap that may benefit from such technology.展开更多
BACKGROUND Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide,presenting an increasing public health challenge,particularly in lowincome and middle-income countries.However,data on ...BACKGROUND Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide,presenting an increasing public health challenge,particularly in lowincome and middle-income countries.However,data on the knowledge,attitudes,and preventive practices regarding breast cancer and the associated factors among females in Wollo,Ethiopia,remain limited.AIM To assess the impact of family history(FH)of breast disease on knowledge,attitudes,and breast cancer preventive practices among reproductive-age females.METHODS A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in May and June 2022 in Northeast Ethiopia and involved 143 reproductive-age females with FH of breast diseases and 209 without such a history.We selected participants using the systematic random sampling technique.We analyzed the data using Statistical Package for Social Science version 25 software,and logistic regression analysis was employed to determine odds ratios for variable associations,with statistical significance set at P<0.05.RESULTS Among participants with FH of breast diseases,the levels of knowledge,attitudes,and preventive practices were found to be 83.9%[95%confidence interval(CI):77.9-89.9],49.0%(95%CI:40.8-57.1),and 74.1%(95%CI:66.9-81.3),respectively.In contrast,among those without FH of breast diseases,these levels were significantly decreased to 10.5%(95%CI:6.4-14.7),32.1%(95%CI:25.7-38.4),and 16.7%(95%CI:11.7-21.8),respectively.This study also indicated that knowledge,attitudes,and preventive practices related to breast cancer are significantly higher among participants with FH of breast diseases compared to those without HF breast diseases.CONCLUSION Educational status,monthly income,and community health insurance were identified as significant factors associated with the levels of knowledge,attitudes,and preventive practices regarding breast cancer among reproductive-age females.展开更多
BACKGROUND Ischemic bowel disease(IBD)is a critical condition caused by reduced blood flow to the intestines,leading to tissue damage and potentially severe complications.Early recognition and timely management are es...BACKGROUND Ischemic bowel disease(IBD)is a critical condition caused by reduced blood flow to the intestines,leading to tissue damage and potentially severe complications.Early recognition and timely management are essential for improving patient outcomes and reducing morbidity and mortality associated with IBD.AIM To evaluate the knowledge,attitude and practice(KAP)of healthcare professionals regarding IBD.METHODS This cross-sectional study was conducted among healthcare professionals in China from November 2023 to December 2023 using a self-designed questionnaire.RESULTS A total of 315 valid questionnaires were analyzed,with 215 participants(68.25%)being female.The mean KAP scores were 17.55±5.35(range:0-24),27.65±2.77(range:8-40),and 18.88±4.23(range:6-30),respectively.Multivariate linear regression analysis revealed the following factors to be independently associated with knowledge:Age 26-35 years(β=2.80,95%CI:0.31-5.30,P=0.028),professional title(β=2.66,95%CI:0.91-4.41,P=0.003),position(β=-3.78,95%CI:-5.45 to-2.11,P<0.001),participation in IBD-related training(β=3.45,95%CI:2.39-4.51,P<0.001),and admission of more than five IBD cases in the past month(β=3.25,95%CI:1.58-4.92,P<0.001).Attitude was independently associated with knowledge(β=0.20,95%CI:0.15-0.26,P<0.001)and being a nurse or nursing supervisor(β=-1.30,95%CI:-2.16 to-0.40,P=0.003).Practice was independently associated with knowledge(β=0.20,95%CI:0.10-0.30,P<0.001)and attitude(β=0.24,95%CI:0.06-0.42,P=0.007).Structural equation modeling demonstrated direct effects of knowledge on attitude(β=0.24,P<0.001)and practice(β=0.26,P<0.001),as well as of attitude on practice(β=0.22,P=0.012).CONCLUSION Healthcare professionals demonstrated adequate knowledge but moderate attitude and inactive practice regarding IBD.Addressing the gaps in attitude and practice through targeted training programs and interventions is essential for improving patient care and outcomes.展开更多
Background: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is a primary reason for liver cancer and continues to be a worldwide public health issue. The likelihood of contracting HBV is greater in healthcare workers (HCWs) compared to indiv...Background: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is a primary reason for liver cancer and continues to be a worldwide public health issue. The likelihood of contracting HBV is greater in healthcare workers (HCWs) compared to individuals who are not in healthcare professions. Medical students are classified as a high-risk demographic since, like HCWs, they often come into contact with bodily fluids and blood during their clinical training. By 2030, a greater proportion of people will have received HBV vaccinations, thereby halting the spread of new infections—The Somali Ministry of Health with the help of various agencies announced to eradicate hepatitis from Somalia. The priority actions are national hepatitis strategy, hepatitis survey, public awareness, training, and capacity building. Objectives: This study aims to assess the knowledge, attitude, and vaccination status of Hepatitis B infection among medical university students in Mogadishu, Somalia, 2024. Methods: Cross-sectional study design was used in this study and the survey was carried out among medical students enrolled in Universities from April 1, 2023 to June 30, 2023. The data was analyzed using SPSS version 26.0 software, Chi-square analysis and Logistic regression analysis to identify associations between demographic factors and HBV knowledge, attitudes, and vaccination status, as well as perspectives and immunization status concerning viral hepatitis. Results: The study achieved a response rate of (96%), with 230 participants. Most students (76.5%) were aged 26 - 30 years, and (60.8%) were male. Nearly half (48.7%) were in their third year of study, and the majority (36.1%) were from the Medicine and Surgery department. While 92.2% had heard of HBV, gaps in understanding were evident. About 37.8% erroneously believed HBV could spread via handshakes, and only 33.9% were aware HBV is treatable. Awareness of HBV’s severe complications, such as liver cirrhosis and liver cancer, was reported by 61.3%, and 83% understood that vaccination could prevent infection. Positive attitudes towards HBV vaccination were prevalent. Most participants (81.3%) supported vaccination before sexual activity, and 78.3% endorsed mandatory HBV vaccination policies for healthcare workers. However, 87.4% expressed concerns about the vaccine promoting unsafe sexual behavior, and 96.1% cited cultural resistance as a barrier to vaccination. A significant proportion (80.86%) of students had not been vaccinated against HBV. Among vaccinated students, 17.4%, 15.7%, and 47.82% had received one, two, and three doses, respectively. Barriers to vaccination included safety concerns (77.4%), lack of time (86.52%), and doubts about efficacy (42.61%). Conclusion: This study highlights gaps in knowledge and vaccination coverage among medical students, which are critical for their health and future clinical practice. Enhancing awareness and vaccination rates can empower students to advocate for preventative measures in their professional environments. Despite high awareness of HBV, knowledge gaps and cultural barriers persist, affecting attitudes and vaccination uptake among medical students. Educational interventions addressing misconceptions, cultural resistance, and vaccine safety are critical. Increased advocacy for mandatory vaccination policies in healthcare settings is also essential to improve HBV prevention methods.展开更多
This paper empirically studies the effects of attitudes towards Mandarin on Mandarin variation,and finds that both Mandarin emotional and value attitudes can effectively suppress Mandarin variation.Further research ha...This paper empirically studies the effects of attitudes towards Mandarin on Mandarin variation,and finds that both Mandarin emotional and value attitudes can effectively suppress Mandarin variation.Further research has found that the language attitudes of local residents have a stronger overall impact on Mandarin variation;The language attitude in small cities has a stronger impact on the variation of Mandarin.展开更多
Schistosomiasis is a neglected tropical disease (NTD) widespread in sub-Saharan Africa and mostly affects school going children. Côte d’Ivoire is one of the most vulnerable countries to schistosomiasis, and its ...Schistosomiasis is a neglected tropical disease (NTD) widespread in sub-Saharan Africa and mostly affects school going children. Côte d’Ivoire is one of the most vulnerable countries to schistosomiasis, and its prevalence varies by region. This cross-sectional survey was conducted in schools in the Upper Sassandra region to determine the knowledge, attitude, and practices of school children regarding schistosomiasis. In total, 354 students participated in the survey. Our results showed that, compared to the girls, the boys had a higher level of knowledge about schistosomiasis OR = 1.605 and p = 0.05. Regarding the signs, symptoms, and modes of transmission and prevention of schistosomiasis, the participants reported a low level of knowledge p > 0.05 and OR 1. In conclusion, it is important to target health messages in schools to reach the most vulnerable students effectively. This initiative aims to provide children with basic knowledge and skills in the transmission of schistosomiasis.展开更多
This paper empirically studies the impact of Mandarin and Cantonese attitudes on Cantonese variation,and finds that Mandarin values have a significant positive impact on Cantonese variation,while Cantonese emotions an...This paper empirically studies the impact of Mandarin and Cantonese attitudes on Cantonese variation,and finds that Mandarin values have a significant positive impact on Cantonese variation,while Cantonese emotions and values have a significant negative impact on Cantonese variation.The impact of Cantonese emotional attitude on language variation is generally stronger than that of Cantonese value attitude.The protection of dialects and the promotion of popularization policies should be implemented in the same direction to maintain language diversity and promote the harmonious development of language ecology.展开更多
Objectives:This study aimed to investigate the dual mediating roles of psychological safety and reporting attitudes in the association between ethics-centered leadership and internal whistleblowing among nurses.Method...Objectives:This study aimed to investigate the dual mediating roles of psychological safety and reporting attitudes in the association between ethics-centered leadership and internal whistleblowing among nurses.Methods:A multicenter,cross-sectional study design was employed,involving a convenience sample of 273 nurses among five university hospitals from August to October 2024.Data were collected using a demographic questionnaire,Ethical Leadership Scale,Psychological Safety Scale,Positive Attitudes Toward Whistleblowing Scale,and Internal Whistleblowing Scale.Pearson correlation and structural equation model were conducted to test the hypothesized dual mediation model.Results:The average score of nurses for ethical leadership was 4.14±0.57,psychological safety was 3.80±0.64,reporting attitudes was 4.12±0.67,internal whistleblowing was 3.93±0.52.Ethical leadership had a significant effect on psychological safety(β=0.38,P<0.001),reporting attitudes(β=0.44,P<0.001),and internal whistleblowing(β=0.21,P=0.009).Furthermore,psychological safety(β=0.26,P<0.001)and reporting attitudes(β=0.27,P<0.001)significantly influenced internal whistleblowing among the nurses.The indirect effect of ethics-centered leadership on internal whistleblowing intermediated by psychological safety was significant(β=0.10,P<0.001).Similarly,reporting attitudes demonstrated a significant mediating effect(β=0.12,P=0.003).Conclusions:Ethical leadership encourages internal whistleblowing among nurses by fostering psychological safety and positive reporting attitudes.Therefore,healthcare managers should prioritize ethical leadership development,enhance psychological safety,and foster constructive reporting attitudes that enable nurses to report ethical violations confidently,without apprehension.展开更多
Objective:This study aimed to explore undergraduates’knowledge,attitude,and practice/behavior of human papillomavirus(HPV)vaccination,as well as the essential influencing factors for vaccination decision-making.Metho...Objective:This study aimed to explore undergraduates’knowledge,attitude,and practice/behavior of human papillomavirus(HPV)vaccination,as well as the essential influencing factors for vaccination decision-making.Methods:Through cluster and convenience sampling,2000 undergraduates from the Nursing and Language department of a university in Shanghai were sent a self-designed questionnaire.Chi-square tests,independent sample t-test/ANOVE,and multiple linear regression were used to investigate participants’knowledge and attitude on HPV vaccination,as well as the factors that predicted potential action to receive and promote HPV vaccination in the future.Results:The mean HPV knowledge score was 5.027 out of 10.Health science students showed a significantly higher knowledge mean score than the non-health science students(P<0.000).There was a statistically difference in HPV vaccination attitude among undergraduates in different grades(P<0.05).Awareness of cervical cancer and worries about the risk of cervical cancer were the significant predictors of willingness to receive and promote HPV vaccination in the future.Conclusions:It would take time for a new health product to be aware,understood,accepted,and received.Education providing and information sharing are expected to break the dawn and make the procedure processed.展开更多
BACKGROUNDLimited research exists on attitudes and barriers to organ donation in the UnitedArab Emirates, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of public perceptionsand challenges.AIMTo assess the attitudes...BACKGROUNDLimited research exists on attitudes and barriers to organ donation in the UnitedArab Emirates, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of public perceptionsand challenges.AIMTo assess the attitudes and barriers toward organ donation.METHODSA cross-sectional study was adopted and included 607 samples consisting ofstudents, faculty, and staff who were selected from three universities in Ajmanand who had signed consent forms. A validated self-administered questionnairethat included 13 attitudes and 14 barrier items was used as a tool. The reliabilityof the tool was 0.89 (Cronbach's alpha). In the analysis of attitude scores, responseswere rated on a scale from 0 to 4, with 0 representing 'strongly disagree'and 4 representing 'strongly agree' for supportive attitudes towards organdonation. Participants with a total attitude score of 39 or higher indicated agreementor strong agreement with all items, reflecting a generally supportiveattitude toward organ donation. Lower scores suggested that the respondent wasneutral or disagreed with one or more items, indicating a less supportive attitudetoward organ donation. Knowledge about organ donation was assessed by selfadministeredquestionnaire that included 13 items. Analysis was done using SPSSversion 29. χ2 was used to assess associations between variables.RESULTSMost participants were young (≤ 30 years old, 83.7%), female (79.2%), from World Health Organization Eastern Mediterranean Region countries (69.5%), Muslim (82.4%), students (80.6%), single(83.9%), and from a nursing college (33.1%). The majority had no personal or family history of organ donation(93.2% and 93.9%, respectively). Supportive attitudes toward organ donation were significantly associated withreligion (P = 0.003), working status (P = 0.009), university (P = 0.019), and knowledge (P < 0.001). Additionally,those with a personal or family history of organ donation were significantly more supportive (56.8% vs 33.3%, P =0.004). Lack of awareness was the most reported barrier for organ donation (64.1%) followed by being afraid oforgan donation due to medical procedures required (51.9%).CONCLUSIONThe findings suggest that supportive attitudes toward organ donation are influenced by demographic factors,personal experiences, and knowledge levels. Lack of awareness and fear of medical procedures were the mostreported barriers to organ donation. These results highlight the need for targeted educational programs to increaseawareness and promote positive attitudes toward organ donation.展开更多
The purpose of this study was to examine the knowledge,attitude,motivation and behavior of the community before and after the experiment,and also to determine the effect of the experiment on increasing knowledge,attit...The purpose of this study was to examine the knowledge,attitude,motivation and behavior of the community before and after the experiment,and also to determine the effect of the experiment on increasing knowledge,attitude,motivation,and behavior related to the construction of family toilets in coastal areas.The study was conducted in Pangkep and Maros Regencies.Atotal of 50 heads of families were selected as participants using the purposive sampling method.25 participants became the experimental group and 25 people became the control group.The research variables included knowledge,attitudes,motivation,and behavior of the community in building family toilets before and after the experiment.Data collection through tests,questionnaires,and observations to each participant.The research instruments were knowledge tests,questionnaires,and observations.Data analysis used descriptive and inferential statistical analysis,with the t-test.The results of the study showed that based on the experiment,knowledge had a significant effect with a correlation coefficient of 0.94,attitudes had an effect of 0.91,motivation was 0.756,and behavior was 0.865.It can be concluded that the construction of family toilets in the coastal areas of Pangkep and Maros Regencies,before the experiment,the knowledge,attitudes,motivation,and behavior of the community were in the low category,and after the experiment increased significantly to the high category. In addition, the results of the analysis showed that the experiment had a significant effect on increasing theknowledge, attitudes, motivation, and behavior of the community towards the construction of family toilets in coastal areas.展开更多
We propose a suite of strategies for the parallel solution of fully implicit monolithic fluid-structure interaction(FSI).The solver is based on a modeling approach that uses the velocity and pressure as the primitive ...We propose a suite of strategies for the parallel solution of fully implicit monolithic fluid-structure interaction(FSI).The solver is based on a modeling approach that uses the velocity and pressure as the primitive variables,which offers a bridge between computational fluid dynamics(CFD)and computational structural dynamics.The spatiotemporal discretization leverages the variational multiscale formulation and the generalized-αmethod as a means of providing a robust discrete scheme.In particular,the time integration scheme does not suffer from the overshoot phenomenon and optimally dissipates high-frequency spurious modes in both subproblems of FSI.Based on the chosen fully implicit scheme,we systematically develop a combined suite of nonlinear and linear solver strategies.Invoking a block factorization of the Jacobian matrix,the Newton-Raphson procedure is reduced to solving two smaller linear systems in the multi-corrector stage.The first is of the elliptic type,indicating that the algebraic multigrid method serves as a well-suited option.The second exhibits a two-by-two block structure that is analogous to the system arising in CFD.Inspired by prior studies,the additive Schwarz domain decomposition method and the block-factorization-based preconditioners are invoked to address the linear problem.Since the number of unknowns matches in both subdomains,it is straightforward to balance loads when parallelizing the algorithm for distributed-memory architectures.We use two representative FSI benchmarks to demonstrate the robustness,efficiency,and scalability of the overall FSI solver framework.In particular,it is found that the developed FSI solver is comparable to the CFD solver in several aspects,including fixed-size and isogranular scalability as well as robustness.展开更多
Realistic human reconstruction embraces an extensive range of applications as depth sensors advance.However,current stateof-the-art methods with RGB-D input still suffer from artefacts,such as noisy surfaces,non-human...Realistic human reconstruction embraces an extensive range of applications as depth sensors advance.However,current stateof-the-art methods with RGB-D input still suffer from artefacts,such as noisy surfaces,non-human shapes,and depth ambiguity,especially for the invisible parts.The authors observe the main issue is the lack of geometric semantics without using depth input priors fully.This paper focuses on improving the representation ability of implicit function,exploring an effective method to utilise depth-related semantics effectively and efficiently.The proposed geometry-enhanced implicit function enhances the geometric semantics with the extra voxel-aligned features from point clouds,promoting the completion of missing parts for unseen regions while preserving the local details on the input.For incorporating multi-scale pixel-aligned and voxelaligned features,the authors use the Squeeze-and-Excitation attention to capture and fully use channel interdependencies.For the multi-view reconstruction,the proposed depth-enhanced attention explicitly excites the network to“sense”the geometric structure for a more reasonable feature aggregation.Experiments and results show that our method outperforms current RGB and depth-based SOTA methods on the challenging data from Twindom and Thuman3.0,and achieves a detailed and completed human reconstruction,balancing performance and efficiency well.展开更多
The accuracy of numerical computation heavily relies on appropriate meshing,whichserves as the foundation for numerical computation.Although adaptive refinement methods areavailable,an adaptive numerical solution is l...The accuracy of numerical computation heavily relies on appropriate meshing,whichserves as the foundation for numerical computation.Although adaptive refinement methods areavailable,an adaptive numerical solution is likely to be ineffective if it originates from a poorly ini-tial mesh.Therefore,it is crucial to generate meshes that accurately capture the geometric features.As an indispensable input in meshing methods,the Mesh Size Function(MSF)determines the qual-ity of the generated mesh.However,the current generation of MSF involves human participation tospecify numerous parameters,leading to difficulties in practical usage.Considering the capacity ofmachine learning to reveal the latent relationships within data,this paper proposes a novel machinelearning method,Implicit Geometry Neural Network(IGNN),for automatic prediction of appro-priate MSFs based on the existing mesh data,enabling the generation of unstructured meshes thatalign precisely with geometric features.IGNN employs the generative adversarial theory to learnthe mapping between the implicit representation of the geometry(Signed Distance Function,SDF)and the corresponding MSF.Experimental results show that the proposed method is capableof automatically generating appropriate meshes and achieving comparable meshing results com-pared to traditional methods.This paper demonstrates the possibility of significantly decreasingthe workload of mesh generation using machine learning techniques,and it is expected to increasethe automation level of mesh generation.展开更多
基金funded by Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City(VNU-HCM)under grant number 36-2025-44-02.
文摘Objective:To assess the knowledge and attitudes of the general population regarding hepatitis B virus(HBV)infection,their association with sociodemographic factors,and the community’s willingness to pay for hepatitis B vaccination.Methods:This cross-sectional study was conducted from January to March 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City,Vietnam.A self-administered questionnaire was distributed to 1098 adults who were recruited via nonprobability convenience sampling.Descriptive analysis was conducted to calculate the frequencies and percentages of the categorical variables.A Chi-square test was carried out to explore the association between the independent and categorical dependent variables.Results:A total of 926 complete questionnaires were returned and included in the analysis.Among the participants,524(56.6%)exhibited good knowledge about HBV infection and vaccination,while 651(70.3%)showed positive attitudes toward the issues of interest.The factors associated with knowledge and attitudes were household incomes,health insurance,family history of HBV infection,vaccination intention,reasons for nonvaccination,sources of HBV information,and awareness of immunization programs and vaccination sites.Conclusions:Although most participants had limited knowledge of HBV symptoms and transmission,their attitudes toward vaccination remained positive.Targeted national strategies and intervention initiatives are needed since public awareness and attitudes toward the condition greatly impact intervention success.
基金from the National Key Research and Development Program project"Adaptive Navigation Software and Hardware Technology(2018YFB0505200)."。
文摘The current inertial measurement unit(IMU)and odometry fusion navigation algorithms often incorporate non-holonomic constraints(NHC)to obtain three-dimensional velocity in the navigation frame.However,due to the integral nature of the dead reckoning algorithm,the attitude errors of the IMU accumulate over time,causing the velocity transformation results to fail to accurately reflect the threedimensional velocity in the navigation frame.Based on the fact that during a vehicle??s horizontal and uniform motion,the vertical acceleration is consistent with gravitational acceleration,this paper proposes an IMU/odometry fusion navigation algorithm based on horizontal attitude constraints(HAC).Building on non-holonomic constraints,this algorithm determines the motion state of the vehicle through accelerometer output and zeroes out the pitch and roll angles during horizontal and uniform motion.Verified through two sets of real-world vehicle test data,this algorithm improves horizontal positioning accuracy by approximately 63%and 70%,and vertical positioning accuracy by 98%and 97%,compared with the traditional NHC IMU/odometer fusion algorithm.
基金Supported by the National Defense Basic Scientific Research Program of China.
文摘Amphibious vehicles are more prone to attitude instability compared to ships,making it crucial to develop effective methods for monitoring instability risks.However,large inclination events,which can lead to instability,occur frequently in both experimental and operational data.This infrequency causes events to be overlooked by existing prediction models,which lack the precision to accurately predict inclination attitudes in amphibious vehicles.To address this gap in predicting attitudes near extreme inclination points,this study introduces a novel loss function,termed generalized extreme value loss.Subsequently,a deep learning model for improved waterborne attitude prediction,termed iInformer,was developed using a Transformer-based approach.During the embedding phase,a text prototype is created based on the vehicle’s operation log data is constructed to help the model better understand the vehicle’s operating environment.Data segmentation techniques are used to highlight local data variation features.Furthermore,to mitigate issues related to poor convergence and slow training speeds caused by the extreme value loss function,a teacher forcing mechanism is integrated into the model,enhancing its convergence capabilities.Experimental results validate the effectiveness of the proposed method,demonstrating its ability to handle data imbalance challenges.Specifically,the model achieves over a 60%improvement in root mean square error under extreme value conditions,with significant improvements observed across additional metrics.
文摘Background:Despite highly effective vaccines against SARS-CoV-2,COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy persisted in some populations in England during the pandemic,with rates and motivations for hesitancy varying by demographic group.Addressing the drivers of vaccine hesitancy through targeted interventions in hesitant groups is a public health priority for better and more rapid control of disease spread.We aimed to characterise the determinants and subtypes of vaccine hesitancy and identify more persistent forms of hesitancy via analysis of vaccine uptake in a large cross-sectional cohort with linked National Health Service(NHS)data.
文摘Explicit attitude measures seem to be rather poor predictors of organ donation behaviour. This study examined whether implicit attitude measures acted as better predictors. Special attention was paid to the moderating role played by attitude strength in predicting deliberate donation behaviour. In this study (N = 78), explicit and implicit measures of attitudes towards organ donation, as well as behavioural commitment, were assessed. Implicit associations were measured by an Implicit Association Test;five constructs assessed self-reported—understood as reflected—attitude strength. The explicit attitude measure appeared to be the best single predictor of whether the participant ended up taking an organ donor card. More importantly, test results demonstrated the moderating role of attitude strength. In the case of low attitude strength, the likelihood of taking a donor card increased with an increasing positive implicit association. In contrast, increasing strength was associated with a weaker link between card taking and the implicit attitude measure. The results are discussed in light of the power of implicit associations to predict more deliberate behaviours.
文摘Implicit Internet attitude refers to the implicit, automatic psychological tendency of an individual toward the Internet. A study found that Internet addicts held an implicit attitude and positive evaluation toward the Intemet, and this type of evaluations could be effectively changed through subliminal evaluative conditioning technology. An investigation on IAT effect showed the implicit attitude of the Intemet addicts was stable and variable, and AIA （ambivalence of implicit attitudes） might be an integrated perspective to solve the problem.
文摘Background:We aimed to study physician attitudes toward ultrasound-guided procedures and possible improvements.We hypothesized that the usage of ultrasound in procedures may be limited by a high barrier of entry and that most physicians would choose to adopt software that provides real-time image guidance if accessible.Methods:A voluntary,cross-sectional survey of physicians at a single site was conducted using a five-point Likert scale.Data analysis included both descriptive and inferential statistical analyses and stratified by categorical descriptors,including variables of formal training,years of experience,and specialty of practice.Results:One hundred sixteen physicians responded to the survey.The majority disagreed that there was a steep learning curve(57.5%)and that they need more time to identify structures under ultrasound(85.0%).Overall attitudes were mixed about the use of additional software to improve ease of use,but most(55.4%)had positive opinions toward the addition of real-time 3D reconstruction.Respondents without formal training were significantly more likely to agree that additional software would improve ease of ultrasound-guided procedures(p=0.0389).Radiologists were significantly more likely to perceive a steeper learning curve and less likely to advocate for supplemental software compared to emergency medicine physicians,surgeons,or anesthesiologists.Conclusions:Surveyed physicians demonstrated comfort with ultrasound-guided procedures and a mixed stance toward the use of additional software to assist with procedures.Those without formal training had significantly more positive attitudes toward the use of additional technology to augment ultrasound-guided procedures,suggesting a knowledge gap that may benefit from such technology.
文摘BACKGROUND Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide,presenting an increasing public health challenge,particularly in lowincome and middle-income countries.However,data on the knowledge,attitudes,and preventive practices regarding breast cancer and the associated factors among females in Wollo,Ethiopia,remain limited.AIM To assess the impact of family history(FH)of breast disease on knowledge,attitudes,and breast cancer preventive practices among reproductive-age females.METHODS A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in May and June 2022 in Northeast Ethiopia and involved 143 reproductive-age females with FH of breast diseases and 209 without such a history.We selected participants using the systematic random sampling technique.We analyzed the data using Statistical Package for Social Science version 25 software,and logistic regression analysis was employed to determine odds ratios for variable associations,with statistical significance set at P<0.05.RESULTS Among participants with FH of breast diseases,the levels of knowledge,attitudes,and preventive practices were found to be 83.9%[95%confidence interval(CI):77.9-89.9],49.0%(95%CI:40.8-57.1),and 74.1%(95%CI:66.9-81.3),respectively.In contrast,among those without FH of breast diseases,these levels were significantly decreased to 10.5%(95%CI:6.4-14.7),32.1%(95%CI:25.7-38.4),and 16.7%(95%CI:11.7-21.8),respectively.This study also indicated that knowledge,attitudes,and preventive practices related to breast cancer are significantly higher among participants with FH of breast diseases compared to those without HF breast diseases.CONCLUSION Educational status,monthly income,and community health insurance were identified as significant factors associated with the levels of knowledge,attitudes,and preventive practices regarding breast cancer among reproductive-age females.
文摘BACKGROUND Ischemic bowel disease(IBD)is a critical condition caused by reduced blood flow to the intestines,leading to tissue damage and potentially severe complications.Early recognition and timely management are essential for improving patient outcomes and reducing morbidity and mortality associated with IBD.AIM To evaluate the knowledge,attitude and practice(KAP)of healthcare professionals regarding IBD.METHODS This cross-sectional study was conducted among healthcare professionals in China from November 2023 to December 2023 using a self-designed questionnaire.RESULTS A total of 315 valid questionnaires were analyzed,with 215 participants(68.25%)being female.The mean KAP scores were 17.55±5.35(range:0-24),27.65±2.77(range:8-40),and 18.88±4.23(range:6-30),respectively.Multivariate linear regression analysis revealed the following factors to be independently associated with knowledge:Age 26-35 years(β=2.80,95%CI:0.31-5.30,P=0.028),professional title(β=2.66,95%CI:0.91-4.41,P=0.003),position(β=-3.78,95%CI:-5.45 to-2.11,P<0.001),participation in IBD-related training(β=3.45,95%CI:2.39-4.51,P<0.001),and admission of more than five IBD cases in the past month(β=3.25,95%CI:1.58-4.92,P<0.001).Attitude was independently associated with knowledge(β=0.20,95%CI:0.15-0.26,P<0.001)and being a nurse or nursing supervisor(β=-1.30,95%CI:-2.16 to-0.40,P=0.003).Practice was independently associated with knowledge(β=0.20,95%CI:0.10-0.30,P<0.001)and attitude(β=0.24,95%CI:0.06-0.42,P=0.007).Structural equation modeling demonstrated direct effects of knowledge on attitude(β=0.24,P<0.001)and practice(β=0.26,P<0.001),as well as of attitude on practice(β=0.22,P=0.012).CONCLUSION Healthcare professionals demonstrated adequate knowledge but moderate attitude and inactive practice regarding IBD.Addressing the gaps in attitude and practice through targeted training programs and interventions is essential for improving patient care and outcomes.
文摘Background: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is a primary reason for liver cancer and continues to be a worldwide public health issue. The likelihood of contracting HBV is greater in healthcare workers (HCWs) compared to individuals who are not in healthcare professions. Medical students are classified as a high-risk demographic since, like HCWs, they often come into contact with bodily fluids and blood during their clinical training. By 2030, a greater proportion of people will have received HBV vaccinations, thereby halting the spread of new infections—The Somali Ministry of Health with the help of various agencies announced to eradicate hepatitis from Somalia. The priority actions are national hepatitis strategy, hepatitis survey, public awareness, training, and capacity building. Objectives: This study aims to assess the knowledge, attitude, and vaccination status of Hepatitis B infection among medical university students in Mogadishu, Somalia, 2024. Methods: Cross-sectional study design was used in this study and the survey was carried out among medical students enrolled in Universities from April 1, 2023 to June 30, 2023. The data was analyzed using SPSS version 26.0 software, Chi-square analysis and Logistic regression analysis to identify associations between demographic factors and HBV knowledge, attitudes, and vaccination status, as well as perspectives and immunization status concerning viral hepatitis. Results: The study achieved a response rate of (96%), with 230 participants. Most students (76.5%) were aged 26 - 30 years, and (60.8%) were male. Nearly half (48.7%) were in their third year of study, and the majority (36.1%) were from the Medicine and Surgery department. While 92.2% had heard of HBV, gaps in understanding were evident. About 37.8% erroneously believed HBV could spread via handshakes, and only 33.9% were aware HBV is treatable. Awareness of HBV’s severe complications, such as liver cirrhosis and liver cancer, was reported by 61.3%, and 83% understood that vaccination could prevent infection. Positive attitudes towards HBV vaccination were prevalent. Most participants (81.3%) supported vaccination before sexual activity, and 78.3% endorsed mandatory HBV vaccination policies for healthcare workers. However, 87.4% expressed concerns about the vaccine promoting unsafe sexual behavior, and 96.1% cited cultural resistance as a barrier to vaccination. A significant proportion (80.86%) of students had not been vaccinated against HBV. Among vaccinated students, 17.4%, 15.7%, and 47.82% had received one, two, and three doses, respectively. Barriers to vaccination included safety concerns (77.4%), lack of time (86.52%), and doubts about efficacy (42.61%). Conclusion: This study highlights gaps in knowledge and vaccination coverage among medical students, which are critical for their health and future clinical practice. Enhancing awareness and vaccination rates can empower students to advocate for preventative measures in their professional environments. Despite high awareness of HBV, knowledge gaps and cultural barriers persist, affecting attitudes and vaccination uptake among medical students. Educational interventions addressing misconceptions, cultural resistance, and vaccine safety are critical. Increased advocacy for mandatory vaccination policies in healthcare settings is also essential to improve HBV prevention methods.
基金funded by Project:2024 Youth Project of Philosophy and Social Sciences Planning in Guangdong Province“Research on the Relationship between Mandarin and Economic Development in Cantonese Speaking Areas(GD24YZY03)”.
文摘This paper empirically studies the effects of attitudes towards Mandarin on Mandarin variation,and finds that both Mandarin emotional and value attitudes can effectively suppress Mandarin variation.Further research has found that the language attitudes of local residents have a stronger overall impact on Mandarin variation;The language attitude in small cities has a stronger impact on the variation of Mandarin.
文摘Schistosomiasis is a neglected tropical disease (NTD) widespread in sub-Saharan Africa and mostly affects school going children. Côte d’Ivoire is one of the most vulnerable countries to schistosomiasis, and its prevalence varies by region. This cross-sectional survey was conducted in schools in the Upper Sassandra region to determine the knowledge, attitude, and practices of school children regarding schistosomiasis. In total, 354 students participated in the survey. Our results showed that, compared to the girls, the boys had a higher level of knowledge about schistosomiasis OR = 1.605 and p = 0.05. Regarding the signs, symptoms, and modes of transmission and prevention of schistosomiasis, the participants reported a low level of knowledge p > 0.05 and OR 1. In conclusion, it is important to target health messages in schools to reach the most vulnerable students effectively. This initiative aims to provide children with basic knowledge and skills in the transmission of schistosomiasis.
基金funded by Project:2024 Youth Project of Philosophy and Social Sciences Planning in Guangdong Province“Research on the Relationship between Mandarin and Economic Development in Cantonese Speaking Areas(GD24YZY03)”.
文摘This paper empirically studies the impact of Mandarin and Cantonese attitudes on Cantonese variation,and finds that Mandarin values have a significant positive impact on Cantonese variation,while Cantonese emotions and values have a significant negative impact on Cantonese variation.The impact of Cantonese emotional attitude on language variation is generally stronger than that of Cantonese value attitude.The protection of dialects and the promotion of popularization policies should be implemented in the same direction to maintain language diversity and promote the harmonious development of language ecology.
文摘Objectives:This study aimed to investigate the dual mediating roles of psychological safety and reporting attitudes in the association between ethics-centered leadership and internal whistleblowing among nurses.Methods:A multicenter,cross-sectional study design was employed,involving a convenience sample of 273 nurses among five university hospitals from August to October 2024.Data were collected using a demographic questionnaire,Ethical Leadership Scale,Psychological Safety Scale,Positive Attitudes Toward Whistleblowing Scale,and Internal Whistleblowing Scale.Pearson correlation and structural equation model were conducted to test the hypothesized dual mediation model.Results:The average score of nurses for ethical leadership was 4.14±0.57,psychological safety was 3.80±0.64,reporting attitudes was 4.12±0.67,internal whistleblowing was 3.93±0.52.Ethical leadership had a significant effect on psychological safety(β=0.38,P<0.001),reporting attitudes(β=0.44,P<0.001),and internal whistleblowing(β=0.21,P=0.009).Furthermore,psychological safety(β=0.26,P<0.001)and reporting attitudes(β=0.27,P<0.001)significantly influenced internal whistleblowing among the nurses.The indirect effect of ethics-centered leadership on internal whistleblowing intermediated by psychological safety was significant(β=0.10,P<0.001).Similarly,reporting attitudes demonstrated a significant mediating effect(β=0.12,P=0.003).Conclusions:Ethical leadership encourages internal whistleblowing among nurses by fostering psychological safety and positive reporting attitudes.Therefore,healthcare managers should prioritize ethical leadership development,enhance psychological safety,and foster constructive reporting attitudes that enable nurses to report ethical violations confidently,without apprehension.
文摘Objective:This study aimed to explore undergraduates’knowledge,attitude,and practice/behavior of human papillomavirus(HPV)vaccination,as well as the essential influencing factors for vaccination decision-making.Methods:Through cluster and convenience sampling,2000 undergraduates from the Nursing and Language department of a university in Shanghai were sent a self-designed questionnaire.Chi-square tests,independent sample t-test/ANOVE,and multiple linear regression were used to investigate participants’knowledge and attitude on HPV vaccination,as well as the factors that predicted potential action to receive and promote HPV vaccination in the future.Results:The mean HPV knowledge score was 5.027 out of 10.Health science students showed a significantly higher knowledge mean score than the non-health science students(P<0.000).There was a statistically difference in HPV vaccination attitude among undergraduates in different grades(P<0.05).Awareness of cervical cancer and worries about the risk of cervical cancer were the significant predictors of willingness to receive and promote HPV vaccination in the future.Conclusions:It would take time for a new health product to be aware,understood,accepted,and received.Education providing and information sharing are expected to break the dawn and make the procedure processed.
文摘BACKGROUNDLimited research exists on attitudes and barriers to organ donation in the UnitedArab Emirates, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of public perceptionsand challenges.AIMTo assess the attitudes and barriers toward organ donation.METHODSA cross-sectional study was adopted and included 607 samples consisting ofstudents, faculty, and staff who were selected from three universities in Ajmanand who had signed consent forms. A validated self-administered questionnairethat included 13 attitudes and 14 barrier items was used as a tool. The reliabilityof the tool was 0.89 (Cronbach's alpha). In the analysis of attitude scores, responseswere rated on a scale from 0 to 4, with 0 representing 'strongly disagree'and 4 representing 'strongly agree' for supportive attitudes towards organdonation. Participants with a total attitude score of 39 or higher indicated agreementor strong agreement with all items, reflecting a generally supportiveattitude toward organ donation. Lower scores suggested that the respondent wasneutral or disagreed with one or more items, indicating a less supportive attitudetoward organ donation. Knowledge about organ donation was assessed by selfadministeredquestionnaire that included 13 items. Analysis was done using SPSSversion 29. χ2 was used to assess associations between variables.RESULTSMost participants were young (≤ 30 years old, 83.7%), female (79.2%), from World Health Organization Eastern Mediterranean Region countries (69.5%), Muslim (82.4%), students (80.6%), single(83.9%), and from a nursing college (33.1%). The majority had no personal or family history of organ donation(93.2% and 93.9%, respectively). Supportive attitudes toward organ donation were significantly associated withreligion (P = 0.003), working status (P = 0.009), university (P = 0.019), and knowledge (P < 0.001). Additionally,those with a personal or family history of organ donation were significantly more supportive (56.8% vs 33.3%, P =0.004). Lack of awareness was the most reported barrier for organ donation (64.1%) followed by being afraid oforgan donation due to medical procedures required (51.9%).CONCLUSIONThe findings suggest that supportive attitudes toward organ donation are influenced by demographic factors,personal experiences, and knowledge levels. Lack of awareness and fear of medical procedures were the mostreported barriers to organ donation. These results highlight the need for targeted educational programs to increaseawareness and promote positive attitudes toward organ donation.
文摘The purpose of this study was to examine the knowledge,attitude,motivation and behavior of the community before and after the experiment,and also to determine the effect of the experiment on increasing knowledge,attitude,motivation,and behavior related to the construction of family toilets in coastal areas.The study was conducted in Pangkep and Maros Regencies.Atotal of 50 heads of families were selected as participants using the purposive sampling method.25 participants became the experimental group and 25 people became the control group.The research variables included knowledge,attitudes,motivation,and behavior of the community in building family toilets before and after the experiment.Data collection through tests,questionnaires,and observations to each participant.The research instruments were knowledge tests,questionnaires,and observations.Data analysis used descriptive and inferential statistical analysis,with the t-test.The results of the study showed that based on the experiment,knowledge had a significant effect with a correlation coefficient of 0.94,attitudes had an effect of 0.91,motivation was 0.756,and behavior was 0.865.It can be concluded that the construction of family toilets in the coastal areas of Pangkep and Maros Regencies,before the experiment,the knowledge,attitudes,motivation,and behavior of the community were in the low category,and after the experiment increased significantly to the high category. In addition, the results of the analysis showed that the experiment had a significant effect on increasing theknowledge, attitudes, motivation, and behavior of the community towards the construction of family toilets in coastal areas.
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12172160)Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(Grant No.JCYJ20220818100600002)+1 种基金South-ern University of Science and Technology(Grant No.Y01326127)the Department of Science and Technology of Guangdong Province(Grant Nos.2020B1212030001 and 2021QN020642).
文摘We propose a suite of strategies for the parallel solution of fully implicit monolithic fluid-structure interaction(FSI).The solver is based on a modeling approach that uses the velocity and pressure as the primitive variables,which offers a bridge between computational fluid dynamics(CFD)and computational structural dynamics.The spatiotemporal discretization leverages the variational multiscale formulation and the generalized-αmethod as a means of providing a robust discrete scheme.In particular,the time integration scheme does not suffer from the overshoot phenomenon and optimally dissipates high-frequency spurious modes in both subproblems of FSI.Based on the chosen fully implicit scheme,we systematically develop a combined suite of nonlinear and linear solver strategies.Invoking a block factorization of the Jacobian matrix,the Newton-Raphson procedure is reduced to solving two smaller linear systems in the multi-corrector stage.The first is of the elliptic type,indicating that the algebraic multigrid method serves as a well-suited option.The second exhibits a two-by-two block structure that is analogous to the system arising in CFD.Inspired by prior studies,the additive Schwarz domain decomposition method and the block-factorization-based preconditioners are invoked to address the linear problem.Since the number of unknowns matches in both subdomains,it is straightforward to balance loads when parallelizing the algorithm for distributed-memory architectures.We use two representative FSI benchmarks to demonstrate the robustness,efficiency,and scalability of the overall FSI solver framework.In particular,it is found that the developed FSI solver is comparable to the CFD solver in several aspects,including fixed-size and isogranular scalability as well as robustness.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Programme of China(2022YFF0902200).
文摘Realistic human reconstruction embraces an extensive range of applications as depth sensors advance.However,current stateof-the-art methods with RGB-D input still suffer from artefacts,such as noisy surfaces,non-human shapes,and depth ambiguity,especially for the invisible parts.The authors observe the main issue is the lack of geometric semantics without using depth input priors fully.This paper focuses on improving the representation ability of implicit function,exploring an effective method to utilise depth-related semantics effectively and efficiently.The proposed geometry-enhanced implicit function enhances the geometric semantics with the extra voxel-aligned features from point clouds,promoting the completion of missing parts for unseen regions while preserving the local details on the input.For incorporating multi-scale pixel-aligned and voxelaligned features,the authors use the Squeeze-and-Excitation attention to capture and fully use channel interdependencies.For the multi-view reconstruction,the proposed depth-enhanced attention explicitly excites the network to“sense”the geometric structure for a more reasonable feature aggregation.Experiments and results show that our method outperforms current RGB and depth-based SOTA methods on the challenging data from Twindom and Thuman3.0,and achieves a detailed and completed human reconstruction,balancing performance and efficiency well.
基金co-supported by the Aeronautical Science Foundation of China(Nos.2018ZA52002 and 2019ZA052011)。
文摘The accuracy of numerical computation heavily relies on appropriate meshing,whichserves as the foundation for numerical computation.Although adaptive refinement methods areavailable,an adaptive numerical solution is likely to be ineffective if it originates from a poorly ini-tial mesh.Therefore,it is crucial to generate meshes that accurately capture the geometric features.As an indispensable input in meshing methods,the Mesh Size Function(MSF)determines the qual-ity of the generated mesh.However,the current generation of MSF involves human participation tospecify numerous parameters,leading to difficulties in practical usage.Considering the capacity ofmachine learning to reveal the latent relationships within data,this paper proposes a novel machinelearning method,Implicit Geometry Neural Network(IGNN),for automatic prediction of appro-priate MSFs based on the existing mesh data,enabling the generation of unstructured meshes thatalign precisely with geometric features.IGNN employs the generative adversarial theory to learnthe mapping between the implicit representation of the geometry(Signed Distance Function,SDF)and the corresponding MSF.Experimental results show that the proposed method is capableof automatically generating appropriate meshes and achieving comparable meshing results com-pared to traditional methods.This paper demonstrates the possibility of significantly decreasingthe workload of mesh generation using machine learning techniques,and it is expected to increasethe automation level of mesh generation.
