Abstract: The proposed framework utilizes an actor-critic-critic architecture with a reinforcement learning-based TD3 (Twin Delayed Deep Deterministic Policy Gradient) algorithm to optimize control of ...

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Workflow of the proposed explainable modeling framework for metro tunnel inspections using backpack SLAM LiDAR. The pipeline integrates field experiments with varying operational factors, point cloud ...

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When Innocent James completed his chores after school, he would light a kerosene lamp and lay down to read his books. There was no electricity in James’ part of Arusha, a region in northern Tanzania, ...