A Handwriting-Based IoT Control System for Speech-Impaired Users Using LLMs and Edge Devices

Communication barriers remain a critical challenge for individuals with speech impairments, often limiting their ability to interact with their environment and control everyday devices. Existing assistive technologies mainly rely on voice, touch or gesture-based interfaces, which may not be suitable for all users due to physical or cognitive limitations. In this paper propose a novel …

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Intelligent Packaging Applications in the Fruit and Vegetable Manufacturing Industry: Recent Advancements, Limitations and Future Outlook

Intelligent packaging materials have emerged as a significant innovation in the fruit and vegetable manufacturing industry, offering the potential to improve product quality, enhance food safety, and extend shelf life. The technology, including components like sensors, indicators, and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags, provides real-time insights into the condition of packaged produce by monitoring parameters …

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A survey on underutilized vegetables in Kandy District Sri Lanka and a study on nutritional properties of selected underutilized vegetables

Sri Lanka is home to a diverse array of nutritionally rich vegetables, many of which are underutilized due to limited public awareness of their health benefits. This study aimed to assess the level of awareness regarding underutilized vegetables (UUVs) within the Ranawana West Grama Niladhari Division of the Harispattuwa Divisional Secretariat in the Kandy District …

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Exploring the Interplay Between Academic Background, Digital Literacy, and Career Aspirations Among Pre-University Students in Sri Lanka

This study investigates the influence of English language proficiency, academic stream, and digital skills on the higher education preferences and career aspirations of pre-university students in Sri Lanka. Using data mining techniques in WEKA 3.8.6, the Apriori, RandomTree, and REPTree algorithms were applied to identify correlations and predictors. Results revealed English proficiency and coding ability …

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Mitigating Stress among Construction Labourers during Economic Crises – A Study of the Sri Lankan Construction Industry

The construction industry is a key driver of economic growth in Sri Lanka. However, the current economic crisis has significantly impacted the industry, resulting in reduced investment, delayed payments, and project cancellations. These challenges have led to increased stress levels among construction labourers, posing a threat to their well-being and the industry’s sustainable growth and …

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