Application Of Modern Technology Research Articles

Object detection and classification using few-shot learning in smart agriculture: A scoping mini review

Smart agriculture is the application of modern information and communication technologies (ICT) to agriculture, leading to what we might call a third green revolution. These include object detection and classification such as plants, leaves, weeds, fruits as well as animals and pests in the agricultural domain. Object detection, one of the most fundamental and difficult issues in computer vision has attracted a lot of attention lately. Its evolution over the previous two decades can be seen as the pinnacle of computer vision advancement. The detection of objects can be done via digital image processing. Machine learning has achieved significant advances in the field of digital image processing in current years, significantly outperforming previous techniques. One of the techniques that is popular is Few-Shot Learning (FSL). FSL is a type of meta-learning in which a learner is given practice on several related tasks during the meta-training phase to be able to generalize successfully to new but related activities with a limited number of instances during the meta-testing phase. Here, the application of FSL in smart agriculture, with particular in the detection and classification is reported. The aim is to review the state of the art of currently available FSL models, networks, classifications, and offer some insights into possible future avenues of research. It is found that FSL shows a higher accuracy of 99.48% in vegetable disease recognition on a limited dataset. It is also shown that FSL is reliable to use with very few instances and less training time.

Modern Technologies Application in Water Bioresources and Aquaculture

The production and use areas of aquatic plants are investigated in the article. In recent times, the development of fishing and the all-round use of aquatic plants (as food, the purchase of environmentally oil, as fertilizer) is one of the main issues of our day. Macroalgae are the basis of the cultivated sea products. Mainly, brown algae — laminaria, fucus, red algae — Kappaphycus alvarezii and Eucheuma are widely used for both food and alginate production. Spirulina algae, a representative of blue-green algae living in freshwater basins is one of the most cultivated and widely used algae. The fact that its composition is rich in proteins and vitamins creates the basis for the widespread use of algae. Algae thallome contains 60% protein, amino acids, oils, mineral salts, and fatty acids, which help to strengthen the immune system and eliminate anemia. In addition, biological substances obtained from algae active substances are easily absorbed by the body, it is one of the important substances for the regeneration of liver cells.

Forecasting total electron content (TEC) using CEEMDAN LSTM model

The forecasting of ionospheric Total Electron Content (TEC) is necessary for initiating measures to improve the performance of GNSS systems in modern technological infrastructures and applications. The TEC signal derived from GNSS signals is nonstationary and nonlinear due to temporal and spatial variations. This study presents a hybrid CEEMDAN LSTM model for predicting the TEC signals. The CEEMDAN technique reduces the non-linearity of the TEC signal by decomposing it into several intrinsic mode functions (IMFs) which are then predicted by the LSTM network with better accuracy. The proposed model was tested on the GNSS data from the IGS LHAZ, POL2 & STK2 stations to forecast TEC. The prediction results of the proposed model were compared with Neural Network, LSTM, and the International Reference Ionosphere (IRI) model. The RMSE and MAE of the predictions from the proposed model were observed to be 50% and 70% better compared to LSTM and the Neural Network models.

PROBLEMS OF USING AUTONOMOUS MILITARY AI AGAINST THE BACKGROUND OF RUSSIA'S MILITARY AGGRESSION AGAINST UKRAINE

The application of modern technologies with artificial intelligence (AI) in all spheres of human life is growing exponentially alongside concern for its controllability. The lack of public, state, and international control over AI technologies creates large-scale risks of using such software and hardware that (un)intentionally harm humanity. The events of recent month and years, specifically regarding the Russian Federation’s war against its democratic neighbour Ukraine and other international conflicts of note, support the thesis that the uncontrolled use of AI, especially in the military sphere, may lead to deliberate disregard for the moral standards of controlled AI or the spontaneous emergence of aggressive autonomous AI. The development of legal regulation for the use of technologies with AI is prolonged concerning the rapid development of these artefacts, which simultaneously cover all areas of public relations. Therefore, control over the creation and use of AI should be carried out not only by purely technical regulation (e.g., technical standards and conformance assessments, corporate and developer regulations, requirements enforced through industry-wide ethical codes); but also by comprehensive legislation and intergovernmental oversight bodies that codify and enforce specific changes in the rights and duties of legal persons. This article shall present the “Morality Problem” and “Intentionality Problem” of AI, and reflect upon various lacunae that arise when implementing AI for military purposes.

Comparative analysis of digital services and their impact on the trade segment development

Modern technologies have penetrated into all spheres of human life. At the same time, digital technologies continue to develop at a rapid pace, some areas of activity have achieved high rates in the introduction and application of modern technologies. Digital platforms can be used by all participants in the real estate market. Services are actively used and developed that simplify the interaction between the developer, the buyer and banks, constructors to strengthen developers’ websites, technologies for construction and real estate management, services for appraising an apartment, obtaining a mortgage, legal support, checking debts, encumbrances and history of an apartment, tools for remote demonstration of objects. The ability to use, compare, choose the most appropriate service for a specific request is relevant in modern conditions. The aim of the work is to compare digital services in the field of real estate and make a forecast for the development of the retail segment. The work used the method of comparing the characteristics of the objects of study, correlation and regression analysis. As a result of the study, a sales price forecast for the retail segment was determined and the most informative digital platform in the real estate industry was identified.

Modern Technologies in Marketing during the COVID-19 Pandemic – State of the Literature Research

The use of modern technologies in marketing is characteristic of fast-changing industries and big innovative companies. However, the situation changed during the pandemic crisis when companies had to deal with a high-velocity environment. We could observe, that modern technologies were used in marketing also by small companies from various industries. Firms, that had not seen such a need before, were using these marketing tools. This study aims to examine the state of research on the use of modern technologies in marketing during the COVID-19 pandemic. A systematic review of the literature was used as the research method. Research has shown that although the number of publications on the topic under investigation is still relatively small, the papers on the application of modern technologies in marketing are very diverse. This study has also practical implications, as companies may use its results as an incentive to use modern technologies in their work.

Mitološki narativ u video igrama kao oblik medijske promocije kulture

With the advent of digital media, a new game platform has been created that moves from the real environment to the virtual space. The application of modern technology and the Internet led to the creation of platforms dedicated to video games and the appearance of virtual players. Considering that we cannot see the game only as entertainment, but also as a medium that leads to social gathering, the game is also recognized as a tool for the promotion of various social values. The narrative of the video game directs the players to simultaneously educate themselves through the game, improve themselves and, through interaction with other players, change their identity and adopt different cultural values. Narratives based on the mythology of a nation become a medium for "storytelling" and the promotion of national culture.

ІННОВАЦІЙНІ ТЕХНОЛОГІЇ В ЗАБЕЗПЕЧЕННІ МІЖНАРОДНОЇ КОНКУРЕНТОСПРОМОЖНОСТІ СІЛЬСЬКОГОСПОДАРСЬКИХ ПІДПРИЄМСТВ

Article is dedicated to the study of the role of innovative technologies in ensuring the international competitiveness of agricultural enterprises. The authors analyze the current state of agriculture, its problems, and prospects for development. The article discusses the appropriateness of using innovative technologies in agriculture, priority innovative technologies in agriculture, as well as tools for their implementation. The authors describe the importance of innovative technologies in agriculture and emphasize that the application of modern technologies is an important factor in increasing production efficiency and ensuring competitiveness in the international market. The article describes various innovative technologies that can be applied in agriculture, such as smart agriculture, artificial intelligence, energy-efficient technologies, digitization, automation, integrated production systems, biotechnology, ecology, and others. The authors study the tools for implementing innovations in agriculture, including various funding programs, foreign investments, government grants for research, preferential loans for agricultural producers, subsidies, state support for small and medium-sized businesses in the agricultural sector. The positive impact of innovations in the agricultural sector on production and export of products is analyzed using Ukraine as an example. It is noted that innovative technologies are a key element in ensuring international competitiveness in agriculture. They allow for increased production capacity, improved product quality, reduced costs, and increased efficiency in resource use. Many studies have also shown that the use of innovative systems in agriculture can lead to a 15% increase in profits for agribusinesses. However, implementing innovative tools requires significant costs, which are often unattainable for small and medium-sized agricultural enterprises. Therefore, the authors recommend that the government provide support for agricultural enterprises and create favorable conditions for the implementation of innovative technologies.

Simulation of the calculation of deviations in the system "standard-cost" on the basis of factor analysis

The subject of the research is methodical approaches used in the framework of management accounting to determine the deviations of actual indicators from the planned ones during the implementation of plan-actual analysis in the "standard-cost(ing)" system. The purpose of the work is to substantiate the expediency of using the universal tool of classical factor analysis in the process of plan-fact analysis - the method of relative differences, which simplifies mastering the methodology of calculating deviations. The methodology of the conducted research is based on the use of general scientific and specialized methodological techniques. A bibliographic review on the topic of the study made it possible to formulate the hypothesis that currently "ready-made solutions" are used to calculate deviations, without interpreting the sources of the methodology. As a result, a universal approach is proposed, which is based on the methods of analysis and synthesis, which were used to decompose the differences between the obtained actual indicators and the planned ones into components that logically reflect economic regularities and dependencies within the framework of the built economic models, therefore, the modeling method was used. Research results, their use and conclusions.This study raises the issue of the methodology of plan-fact analysis within the "standard-cost(ing)" cost management system. "Standard cost(ing) is considered an effective way of managing production costs and controlling expenses, but it requires a thorough understanding of the reasons for deviations in profit-forming factors - sales and expenses. This understanding is provided through variance analysis, which is based on establishing discrepancies between planned and actual indicators. A literature review was conducted and the peculiarities of the calculation of deviations for various components of production costs were determined. A universal approach to the analysis of deviations based on the method of absolute differences is proposed. An additive-multiplicative model of profit determination is proposed, which can be analyzed using the method of absolute differences. This approach allows you to master the principle of calculating the influence of factors regardless of specific indicators in the model, which simplifies the analysis and ensures clarity for all participants. The proposed methodological aspects of the analysis of deviations can find application in modern technologies of business analytics and contribute to the improvement of the processes of cost control and cost control. These results open perspectives for further research and improvement of the "standard-cost(ing)" system in the context of modern requirements of economic analytics.

Reflection on Technological Aesthetics of Inhuman Tendency in Technological Development

The development of science and technology has always been closely related to the history of human civilization. In the contemporary era of rapid technological development, art inevitably merges with science and technology at a deeper level, and the technologicalization of art and the artisticization of technology have become the general trend. With the rapid development of technology, the art that coexists with technology is bound to continue to update and develop, and the connotation of art will be richer. The continuous intervention of technology in art has also caused a series of problems. Therefore, in the context of an era when emerging science and technology have become an important driving force for social development, it is increasingly important to pay attention to the future society and re-examine the relationship between humans and machines, art and technology. In the development and application of modern technology, it is the ultimate significance of technological aesthetics research to pay attention to the living conditions of people, pursue the fullness and richness of human nature, and constantly return to the root of aesthetics, so as to finally make the integration of art and technology have a humanistic care.

AI-driven innovation in ethnic clothing design: an intersection of machine learning and cultural heritage

<abstract><p>This study delves into the innovative application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning algorithms in the realm of ethnic fashion design, with a specific emphasis on the Miao women's apparel. We introduce an AI-powered approach that strategically bridges modern technology with traditional elements, denoting a significant stride in the field of fashion design. Our research underscores three major aspects: customization of body shape, fabric selection, and innovative design. An AI-driven statistical methodology was utilized to accurately adapt to the unique body characteristics of Miao women, demonstrating an application of machine learning in pattern recognition. Furthermore, the AI's capacity to analyze the fabric properties was harnessed to optimize material selection, creating a balance between aesthetics and comfort. The innovative use of the Multimodal Unsupervised Image-to-Image Translation (MUNIT) algorithm, an AI tool, generated diverse and trendy designs, thereby enriching the distinctiveness of ethnic apparel. Our study accentuates the synergistic blend of traditional crafting methods and modern technological applications, highlighting the role of AI in the sustainable development of ethnic fashion. Additionally, we also demonstrate the advantages of Made-to-Measure (MTM) approaches, emphasizing the importance of individual customization in contemporary fashion design. This research presents a pioneering exploration at the nexus of AI, pattern recognition, and ethnic fashion design, which has the potential to transform the future of the fashion industry.</p></abstract>

Cost control of cold chain delivery for logistics companies

With the continuous development and application of modern logistics technology, logistics cost has become one of the important factors of enterprise competition. For the special field of cold chain logistics distribution, cost control is particularly critical. By studying the control method of cold chain distribution cost, this paper introduces how to reasonably optimize the distribution cost while effectively controlling the distribution cost so as to improve the competitiveness of enterprises. This paper sorts out the relevant theoretical overview and conceptual analysis and analyses the current situation of cold chain distribution cost control in logistics companies. Then, the existing logistics cost control system is evaluated, and the hierarchical analysis method and model comprehensive evaluation method are used to analyse the current control system score and problems that require additional attention and find the cause of the problem. Finally, rectification suggestions are put forward to improve distribution costs to enhance the competitive strength of enterprises

Multiplexing quantum tunneling diodes for random number generation.

Random numbers are indispensable resources for application in modern science and technology. Therefore, a dedicated entropy source is essential, particularly for cryptographic tasks and modern applications. In this work, we experimentally demonstrated a scheme to generate random numbers by multiplexing eight tunnel diodes onto a single circuit. As a result, the data rate of random number generation was significantly enhanced eightfold. In comparison to the original scheme that employed one diode, this multiplexing scheme produced data with higher entropy. These data were then post-processed with the Toeplitz-hashing extractor, yielding final outputs that achieved almost full entropy and passed the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-90B validation. These data also passed the NIST Special Publication 800-22 statistical randomness examination and had no signof patterns detected from an autocorrelation analysis.

First steps of silicene growth on an insulating thin-film: effect of the substrate temperature

Silicene is a two-dimensional (2D) material with very promising electronic properties for applications in silicon modern technology. However, the first experimental synthesis of silicene on metallic surfaces shows strong interactions between the silicene and its substrate, which can alter its electronic properties. Here, we report on the first steps of silicene growth on an insulating surface (NaCl) using scanning tunneling microscopy (STM), low energy electron diffraction (LEED), Auger electron spectroscopy (AES), and angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy (ARPES). We demonstrate the importance of temperature annealing in the growth of silicene on NaCl. Indeed, after deposition of silicon on the NaCl/Ag(110) surface, we observe the following stages: (i) at room temperature, the silicon atoms accumulate on top of the NaCl layer without any given order. (ii) At 60 °C, silicon dimers start to grow on the NaCl. (iii) At 140 °C, these dimers form a 2D silicon chains on the surface. (iv) After a post-annealing at 200 °C, evident 2D silicon nanoribbons with a honeycomb-like structure were observed. Our results of the first silicene growth stages on an insulating surface are a necessary step for exploring its growth mechanism further.

Scientific principles of learning spherical geometry in institutions of higher education

The article provides historical information about the emergence and development of spherical geometry, considers the basic concepts of spherical geometry, reveals and improves the scientific principles of teaching spherical geometry in institutions of higher education. The interdisciplinary connections of spherical geometry with geography, astronomy, navigation, cosmology, and others are described. The determined potential of spherical geometry in the field of astronomy, where determining the coordinates of objects on the celestial sphere is important for understanding cosmic phenomena. Since spherical geometry is an important tool for the analysis and modeling of real phenomena in three-dimensional space, its application in modern GPS technologies and geospatial information systems emphasizes the relevance of this area of research.

Međunarodna praksa i modeli u primeni koncepta "pametni grad" i održivo društvo

This concept is a standard in urban planning and transformation of services (transport, healthcare, education, security, ecology), the main characteristic of which is digitization, i.e., the application of modern information communication technology. The citizens' adaptation to the modified conditions of the urban environment in which everyday problems are solved by technology leads to the formation of the so-called digital or smart nation, whose internal coherence and communication depend on the access to the Internet. This paper is aimed at describing key characteristics of smart cities and sustainable society, including practical examples of successfully transformed digital nations. The paper applies the content analysis technique and the historical-comparative analysis of the social digitization process.

Transport Solutions and Indicators in Smart Cities – Part I

The subject of the article is the analysis of solutions and applications of modern information and communication technologies (ICT) in urban centers and the measurement of transport quality indicators, taking into account the requirements of the ISO 37120 standard: Sustainable cities and communities – indicators for city services and quality of life. The article consists of two parts. In part I of the article, the subject of smart cities was introduced, including the functioning concepts of smart city. A description of the shaping of urban spaces and the quality of life in the smart aspect was made, taking into account the issues of sustainable development. The characteristics of the ISO 37120 standard, used to measure the level of services and living conditions in cities, are presented. The basic and auxiliary indicators in the field of city services and quality of life, including those related to transport, were presented. Polish cities that received the smart city certificate were listed. At the end of part I, there was a review of experiences and solutions that improve mobility that operate in selected cities around the world and in Europe.

Optimization of information flows and development of a predictive model for organizing the information space in digital energy

The application of modern information technologies in the electric power industry of the national economy of Russia is considered. The main digital technologies with the maximum potential for use in the electric power industry are given. The stages of the digital flows organization are determined for the development of a model for organizing the information space in the digital energy. The main indicators of the digitalization introduction in the energy sector, as well as factors hindering the process of digitalization of the electric power industry in Russia, are determined. A model for organizing the information space in the digital energy sector of Russia for the medium and long term is developed. Keywords energy, digitalization, data optimization, information flow, big data, artificial intelligence, renewable energy sources

РАЗРАБОТКА АГЕНТНОЙ МОДЕЛИ ФОРМИРОВАНИЯ РАЦИОНА ОБУЧАЮЩИХСЯ

As you know, the queuing industry has been in close connection with simulation methods for a long time. As for the field of healthy lifestyle and rational nutrition, despite the wide potential for its automation, there is currently a lack of application of modern digital technologies in public catering establishments in the field of education. The article is devoted to the development of an agent model for the formation of the food ration of students using simulation approaches. This model will serve as the basis for the development of a software system designed to provide students with healthy and rational nutrition within the walls of an educational institution. Models, technologies and environments for the development of multiagent models, the languages of communication of agents in such environments are considered, mathematical models of agents for calculating the number of calories and the cost of products for the formation of an optimal food ration of students are proposed, a conceptual model of the future information system is developed.

Smart mobility management supported by modern information and communication technologies

Modern information and communication technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, or the Internet of Things bring modern solutions not only for businesses and households but also for the state and municipalities. Today, many countries are trying to build a network of so-called smart cities. Their core areas are smart economy, environment, governance, housing, mobility, and people. This article looks at the field of smart mobility at a global level. On the one hand, the article aims to compare and summarize the latest rankings of smart cities. On the other hand, the authors of the article try to identify those applications of modern information and communication technologies that ensure innovative city development and thus their smart mobility. These applications are clearly described in the article to use in addressing the smart city issue in future research activities.