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Coffee berry disease (CBD), resulting from the Colletotrichum kahawae fungal pathogen, poses a severe risk to coffee crops worldwide. Focused on coffee berries, it triggers substantial economic losses in regions relying heavily on coffee cultivation. The devastating impact extends beyond agricultural losses, affecting livelihoods and trade economies. Experimental insights into coffee berry disease provide crucial information on its pathogenesis, progression, and potential mitigation strategies for control, offering valuable knowledge to safeguard the global coffee industry. In this paper, we investigated the mathematical model of coffee berry disease, with a focus on the dynamics of the coffee plant and Colletotrichum kahawae pathogen populations, categorized as susceptible, exposed, infected, pathogenic, and recovered (SEIPR) individuals. To address the system of nonlinear differential equations and obtain semi-analytical solution for the coffee berry disease model, a novel analytical approach combining the Shehu transformation, Akbari – Ganji, and Pade approximation method (SAGPM) was utilized. A comparison of analytical results with numerical simulations demonstrates that the novel SAGPM is excellent efficiency and accuracy. Furthermore, the sensitivity analysis of the coffee berry disease model examines the effects of all parameters on the basic reproduction number $R_0$. Moreover, in order to examine the behavior of the model individuals, we varied some parameters in CBD. Through this analysis, we obtained valuable insights into the responses of the coffee berry disease model under various conditions and scenarios. This research offers valuable insights into the utilization of SAGPM and sensitivity analysis for analyzing epidemiological models, providing significant utility for researchers in the field.

Coffee berry disease (CBD), resulting from the Colletotrichum kahawae fungal pathogen, poses a severe risk to coffee crops worldwide. Focused on coffee berries, it triggers substantial economic losses in regions relying heavily on coffee cultivation. The devastating impact extends beyond agricultural losses, affecting livelihoods and trade economies. Experimental insights into coffee berry disease provide crucial information on its pathogenesis, progression, and potential mitigation strategies for control, offering valuable knowledge to safeguard the global coffee industry. In this paper, we investigated the mathematical model of coffee berry disease, with a focus on the dynamics of the coffee plant and Colletotrichum kahawae pathogen populations, categorized as susceptible, exposed, infected, pathogenic, and recovered (SEIPR) individuals. To address the system of nonlinear differential equations and obtain semi-analytical solution for the coffee berry disease model, a novel analytical approach combining the Shehu transformation, Akbari – Ganji, and Pade approximation method (SAGPM) was utilized. A comparison of analytical results with numerical simulations demonstrates that the novel SAGPM is excellent efficiency and accuracy. Furthermore, the sensitivity analysis of the coffee berry disease model examines the effects of all parameters on the basic reproduction number $R_0$. Moreover, in order to examine the behavior of the model individuals, we varied some parameters in CBD. Through this analysis, we obtained valuable insights into the responses of the coffee berry disease model under various conditions and scenarios. This research offers valuable insights into the utilization of SAGPM and sensitivity analysis for analyzing epidemiological models, providing significant utility for researchers in the field.

Для интерпретации данных измерений астрофизических прецизионных инструментов нового поколения разработан аппарат численно-аналитического моделирования характеристик распространения электромагнитных волн в хаотической космической плазме с учетом эффектов гравитации. Задача распространения волн в искривленном (римановом) пространстве решена в евклидовом пространстве путем введения эффективного показателя преломления вакуума, выраженного через потенциал тяготения. Задавая различные модели плотности распределения массы астрофизических объектов и решая уравнение Пуассона, можно рассчитать гравитационный потенциал и вычислить эффективный показатель преломления вакуума. В предположении аддитивности вкладов различных объектов в общее гравитационное поле предложена приближенная модель эффективного показателя преломления. Считая пространственные масштабы показателя преломления много больше длины волны, расчет характеристик электромагнитных волн в поле тяготения астрофизических объектов проводится в приближении геометрической оптики. В основу численно-аналитического аппарата моделирования траекторных характеристик волн положены лучевые дифференциальные уравнения в форме Эйлера. Хаотические неоднородности космической плазмы заданы моделью пространственной корреляционной функции показателя преломления. Расчеты рефракционного рассеяния волн выполнены в приближении метода возмущений. Получены интегральные выражения для статистических моментов боковых отклонений лучей в картинной плоскости наблюдателя. С помощью аналитических преобразований интегралы для моментов сведены к системе обыкновенных дифференциальных уравнений первого порядка для совместного численного расчета средних и среднеквадратичных отклонений лучей. Приведены результаты численно-аналитического моделирования траекторной картины распространения электромагнитных волн в межзвездной среде с учетом воздействий полей тяготения космических объектов и рефракционного рассеяния волн на неоднородностях показателя преломления окружающей плазмы. На основе результатов моделирования сделана количественная оценка условий стохастического замывания эффектов гравитационного линзирования электромагнитных волн в различных частотных диапазонах. Показано, что рабочие частоты метрового диапазона длин волн представляют собой условную низкочастотную границу для наблюдений эффекта гравитационного линзирования в стохастической космической плазме. Предложенный аппарат численно-аналитического моделирования можно использовать для анализа структуры электромагнитного излучения квазаров, прошедшего группу галактик.

Instrument of numerical-analytical modeling of characteristics of propagation of electromagnetic waves in chaotic space plasma with taking into account effects of gravitation is developed for interpretation of data of measurements of astrophysical precision instruments of new education. The task of propagation of waves in curved (Riemann’s) space is solved in Euclid’s space by introducing of the effective index of refraction of vacuum. The gravitational potential can be calculated for various model of distribution of mass of astrophysical objects and at solution of Poisson’s equation. As a result the effective index of refraction of vacuum can be evaluated. Approximate model of the effective index of refraction is suggested with condition that various objects additively contribute in total gravitational field. Calculation of the characteristics of electromagnetic waves in the gravitational field of astrophysical objects is performed by the approximation of geometrical optics with condition that spatial scales of index of refraction a lot more wavelength. Light differential equations in Euler’s form are formed the basis of numerical-analytical instrument of modeling of trajectory characteristic of waves. Chaotic inhomogeneities of space plasma are introduced by model of spatial correlation function of index of refraction. Calculations of refraction scattering of waves are performed by the approximation of geometrical optics. Integral equations for statistic moments of lateral deviations of beams in picture plane of observer are obtained. Integrals for moments are reduced to system of ordinary differential equations the firsts order with using analytical transformations for cooperative numerical calculation of arrange and meansquare deviations of light. Results of numerical-analytical modeling of trajectory picture of propagation of electromagnetic waves in interstellar space with taking into account impact of gravitational fields of space objects and refractive scattering of waves on inhomogeneities of index of refraction of surrounding plasma are shown. Based on the results of modeling quantitative estimation of conditions of stochastic blurring of the effect of gravitational lensing of electromagnetic waves at various frequency ranges is performed. It’s shown that operating frequencies of meter range of wavelengths represent conditional low-frequency limit for observational of the effect of gravitational lensing in stochastic space plasma. The offered instrument of numerical-analytical modeling can be used for analyze of structure of electromagnetic radiation of quasar propagating through group of galactic.

Предлагается новый альтернативный подход для объяснения плоского спектра скоростей орбитального движения звезд на периферии спиральных галактик и, в частности, значительного превышения значений скоростей, вычисленных по теореме о вириале. Концепция заключается в предположении о наличии у гравитационного поля центрального тела галактики цилиндрической, а не сферической симметрии. Эту конфигурацию поля можно объяснить наличием на оси галактики космической струны, длина которой перекрывает диаметр диска галактики. Эта модель будет подвергнута сравнению с более традиционной концепцией наличия у спиральной галактики шарового гало темной материи. Для этого подхода также будет предложена кинематическая модель и высказана гипотеза о природе темного вещества. Исследуются данные астрономических наблюдений о наличии космических струн в зонах, примыкающих к галактикам.

It proposes a new alternative approach to explain the flat spectrum of the velocity for stars orbital motion on the periphery of spiral galaxies. In particular, that velocity significant excess of speed calculated according to the virial theorem. The concept is the assumption of the existence for gravitational field of the Central body of the galaxy cylindrical, and not spherical, symmetry. The configuration of this field can be explained by the presence on galaxy axis the cosmic string, the length of which covers the diameter of the disk of the galaxy. This model will be subjected to comparison with the more traditional concept of the availability of the spiral galaxy ball halo of dark matter. For this approach it will also be offered a kinematic model, and the hypothesis about the nature of dark matter. It examines the data of astronomical observations about the presence of cosmic strings in the zones adjacent to galaxies.

Предложена и опробована программа для оценки расчетного времени эвакуации с возможностью выбора возрастной группы людей. Исследовано влияние возрастного состава групп людей на результаты расчета.

The program for an assessment of an estimated time of evacuation with possibility of a choice of age group of people is offered and tested. Influence of age structure of groups of people on results of calculation is investigated.

Гибридный кластер подразумевает использование вычислительных ресурсов с различными архитектурами. Как правило, в таких системах используется CPU распространенной архитектуры (например, x86_64) и GPU (например, NVIDIA CUDA). Создание и эксплуатация подобного кластера требует определенного опыта: для того чтобы задействовать все вычислительные мощности такой системы и получить существенное ускорение на задачах, требуется учесть множество факторов. К таким факторам относятся как характеристики оборудования (например, особенности сетевой инфраструктуры, хранилища, архитектуры GPU), так и характеристики программного обеспечения (например, реализация MPI, библиотеки для работы с GPU). Таким образом для эффективных научных расчетов на подобных системах требуется помнить о характеристиках ускорителя (GPU), особенностях программного обеспечения, характеристиках задачи и о многих других факторах.

В этой статье анализируются достоинства и недостатки гибридных вычислений. Будут приведены результаты запуска некоторых тестов и научных приложений, использующих GPGPU. Основное внимание уделено программных продуктах с открытым исходным кодом, которые поддерживают работу с GPGPU.

Существует несколько подходов для организации гетерогенных вычислений. В данной статье мы рассмотрим приложения, использующие CUDA и OpenCL. CUDA довольно часто используется в подобных гибридных системах, в то время как переносимость OpenCL-приложений может сыграть решающую роль при выборе средства для разработки. Мы также уделим внимание системам с несколькими GPU, которые все чаще используются в рамках подобных кластеров. Вычисления проводились на гибридном кластере ресурсного центра «Вычислительный центр СПбГУ».

A hybrid cluster implies the use of computational devices with radically different architectures. Usually, these are conventional CPU architecture (e.g. x86_64) and GPU architecture (e. g. NVIDIA CUDA). Creating and exploiting such a cluster requires some experience: in order to harness all computational power of the described system and get substantial speedup for computational tasks many factors should be taken into account. These factors consist of hardware characteristics (e.g. network infrastructure, a type of data storage, GPU architecture) as well as software stack (e.g. MPI implementation, GPGPU libraries). So, in order to run scientific applications GPU capabilities, software features, task size and other factors should be considered.

This report discusses opportunities and problems of hybrid computations. Some statistics from tests programs and applications runs will be demonstrated. The main focus of interest is open source applications (e. g. OpenFOAM) that support GPGPU (with some parts rewritten to use GPGPU directly or by replacing libraries).

There are several approaches to organize heterogeneous computations for different GPU architectures out of which CUDA library and OpenCL framework are compared. CUDA library is becoming quite typical for hybrid systems with NVIDIA cards, but OpenCL offers portability opportunities which can be a determinant factor when choosing framework for development. We also put emphasis on multi-GPU systems that are often used to build hybrid clusters. Calculations were performed on a hybrid cluster of SPbU computing center.

Охрана водных биоресурсов в морском прибрежном пространстве имеет существенные особенности (большое количество маломерных промысловых судов, динамизм обстановки, использование береговых средств охраны), в силу чего выделяется в отдельный класс прикладных задач. Представлена математическая модель охраны, предназначенная для определения состава средств обнаружения нарушителей и средств реализации обстановки в интересах обеспечения функции сдерживания незаконной деятельности. Решена тактическая теоретико-игровая задача: найден оптимальный рубеж патрулирования (стоянки) средств реализации (катеров охраны) и оптимальное удаление мест промысла нарушителей от берега. С использованием методов теории планирования эксперимента получены линейные регрессионные модели, позволяющие оценить вклад основных факторов, влияющих на результаты моделирования.

В интересах повышения устойчивости и адекватности модели предложено использовать механизм ранжирования средств охраны, основанный на границах и рангах Парето и позволяющий учесть принципы охраны и дополнительные характеристики средств охраны. Для учета изменчивости обстановки предложены несколько сценариев, по которым целесообразно выполнять расчеты.

Protection of aquatic biological resources in the coastal area has significant features (a large number of small fishing vessels, the dynamism of the situation, the use of coastal protection), by virtue of which stands in a class of applications. A mathematical model of protection designed for the determination of detection equipment and means of violators of the situation in order to ensure the function of deterrence of illegal activities. Resolves a tactical game-theoretic problem - find the optimal line patrol (parking) means of implementation (guard boats) and optimal removal of seats from the shore fishing violators. Using the methods of the theory of experimental design, linear regression models to assess the contribution of the main factors affecting the results of the simulation.

In order to enhance the sustainability and adequacy of the model is proposed to use the mechanism of rankings means of protection, based on the borders and the rank and Pareto allows to take into account the principles of protection and further means of protection. To account for the variability of the situation offered several scenarios in which it is advisable to perform calculations.

В данной статье предлагается методика работы с унаследованными информационными системами. В процессе профессиональной деятельности специалистам в области машиностроения приходится сталкиваться с тем, что компьютерные приложения, с помощью которых было спроектировано изделие, устаревают значительно быстрее, чем само изделие. В тоже время переход на современные информационные системы может быть затруднен по ряду причин. В таком случае говорят о проблеме унаследованных систем. Она возникает тогда, когда жизненный цикл изделия намного превосходит время жизни программных систем, с помощью которых это изделие создавалось. Для решения этой проблемы в настоящей статье автором предлагается методика, на основе которой был разработан программный комплекс.

In this article a method of legacy information systems handling is offered. During professional activities of specialists of various domains of industry they face with the problem that computer software that was involved in product development stage becomes obsolete much quickly than the product itself. At the same time switch to any modern software might be not possible due to various reasons. This problem is known as "legacy system" problem. It appears when product lifecycle is sufficiently longer than that of software systems that were used for product creation. In this article author offers an approach for solving this problem along with computer application based on this approach.

Deposit benchmark interest rates are a policy implemented by banking regulators to calculate the interest rates offered to depositors, maintaining equitable and competitive rates within the financial industry. It functions as a benchmark for determining the pricing of different banking products, expenses, and financial choices. The benchmark rate will have a direct impact on the amount of money deposited, which in turn will determine the amount of money available for lending.We are motivated to analyze the influence of deposit benchmark interest rates on the dynamics of banking loans. This study examines the issue using a difference equation of banking loans. In this process, the decision on the loan amount in the next period is influenced by both the present loan volume and the information on its marginal profit. An analysis is made of the loan equilibrium point and its stability. We also analyze the bifurcations that arise in the model. To ensure a stable banking loan, it is necessary to set the benchmark rate higher than the flip value and lower than the transcritical bifurcation values. The confirmation of this result is supported by the bifurcation diagram and its associated Lyapunov exponent. Insufficient deposit benchmark interest rates might lead to chaotic dynamics in banking lending. Additionally, a bifurcation diagram with two parameters is also shown. We do numerical sensitivity analysis by examining contour plots of the stability requirements, which vary with the deposit benchmark interest rate and other parameters. In addition, we examine a nonstandard difference approach for the previous model, assess its stability, and make a comparison with the standard model. The outcome of our study can provide valuable insights to the banking regulator in making informed decisions regarding deposit benchmark interest rates, taking into account several other banking factors.

Deposit benchmark interest rates are a policy implemented by banking regulators to calculate the interest rates offered to depositors, maintaining equitable and competitive rates within the financial industry. It functions as a benchmark for determining the pricing of different banking products, expenses, and financial choices. The benchmark rate will have a direct impact on the amount of money deposited, which in turn will determine the amount of money available for lending.We are motivated to analyze the influence of deposit benchmark interest rates on the dynamics of banking loans. This study examines the issue using a difference equation of banking loans. In this process, the decision on the loan amount in the next period is influenced by both the present loan volume and the information on its marginal profit. An analysis is made of the loan equilibrium point and its stability. We also analyze the bifurcations that arise in the model. To ensure a stable banking loan, it is necessary to set the benchmark rate higher than the flip value and lower than the transcritical bifurcation values. The confirmation of this result is supported by the bifurcation diagram and its associated Lyapunov exponent. Insufficient deposit benchmark interest rates might lead to chaotic dynamics in banking lending. Additionally, a bifurcation diagram with two parameters is also shown. We do numerical sensitivity analysis by examining contour plots of the stability requirements, which vary with the deposit benchmark interest rate and other parameters. In addition, we examine a nonstandard difference approach for the previous model, assess its stability, and make a comparison with the standard model. The outcome of our study can provide valuable insights to the banking regulator in making informed decisions regarding deposit benchmark interest rates, taking into account several other banking factors.

Предложено оригинальное представление статистической цифровой модели измерения макрошероховатости на локальном участке (до 15 м) состоящей из детерминированной (уклон), коррелированной (нормативные периодические составляющие и периодические отклонения от ровности) и собственно случайной (значения макрошероховатости) составляющих.

Original representation of statistical digital model of measurement of a macroroughness on a local site (to 15) consisting of determined (bias), correlated (standard periodic making and periodic deviations from flatness) and actually casual making (values of a macroroughness) Is offered.

Large Language Models (LLMs) are transforming software engineering by bridging the gap between natural language and programming languages. These models have revolutionized communication within development teams and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) by enabling developers to interact with code using natural language, thereby improving workflow efficiency. This survey examines the impact of LLMs across various stages of the SDLC, including requirement gathering, system design, coding, debugging, testing, and documentation. LLMs have proven to be particularly useful in automating repetitive tasks such as code generation, refactoring, and bug detection, thus reducing manual effort and accelerating the development process. The integration of LLMs into the development process offers several advantages, including the automation of error correction, enhanced collaboration, and the ability to generate high-quality, functional code based on natural language input. Additionally, LLMs assist developers in understanding and implementing complex software requirements and design patterns. This paper also discusses the evolution of LLMs from simple code completion tools to sophisticated models capable of performing high-level software engineering tasks. However, despite their benefits, there are challenges associated with LLM adoption, such as issues related to model accuracy, interpretability, and potential biases. These limitations must be addressed to ensure the reliable deployment of LLMs in production environments. The paper concludes by identifying key areas for future research, including improving the adaptability of LLMs to specific software domains, enhancing their contextual understanding, and refining their capabilities to generate semantically accurate and efficient code. This survey provides valuable insights into the evolving role of LLMs in software engineering, offering a foundation for further exploration and practical implementation.

Large Language Models (LLMs) are transforming software engineering by bridging the gap between natural language and programming languages. These models have revolutionized communication within development teams and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) by enabling developers to interact with code using natural language, thereby improving workflow efficiency. This survey examines the impact of LLMs across various stages of the SDLC, including requirement gathering, system design, coding, debugging, testing, and documentation. LLMs have proven to be particularly useful in automating repetitive tasks such as code generation, refactoring, and bug detection, thus reducing manual effort and accelerating the development process. The integration of LLMs into the development process offers several advantages, including the automation of error correction, enhanced collaboration, and the ability to generate high-quality, functional code based on natural language input. Additionally, LLMs assist developers in understanding and implementing complex software requirements and design patterns. This paper also discusses the evolution of LLMs from simple code completion tools to sophisticated models capable of performing high-level software engineering tasks. However, despite their benefits, there are challenges associated with LLM adoption, such as issues related to model accuracy, interpretability, and potential biases. These limitations must be addressed to ensure the reliable deployment of LLMs in production environments. The paper concludes by identifying key areas for future research, including improving the adaptability of LLMs to specific software domains, enhancing their contextual understanding, and refining their capabilities to generate semantically accurate and efficient code. This survey provides valuable insights into the evolving role of LLMs in software engineering, offering a foundation for further exploration and practical implementation.