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- An improved multi-threaded implementation of the MCSFilter optimization algorithmPublication . Monteiro, Luis; Rufino, José; Romanenko, Andrey; Fernandes, Florbela P.The Multistart Coordinate Search Filter (MCSFilter) is an optimization method suitable to find all minimizers of a non convex problem, with any type of constraints. When used in industrial contexts, execution time may be critical, in order to keep production processes within safe and expected bounds. One way to increase performance is through parallelization. In this work, a second parallel version of the MCSFilter method is presented, aiming at faster execution times than a previous parallel implementation. The new solver was tested with a set of fourteen problems, with different characteristics and behavior. The results obtained represent an improvement of the execution times over all previous MCSFilter implementations (sequential and parallel). They also allowed to identify bottlenecks to be lifted in future parallel versions.
- Reliability and Accuracy of Linear Position Transducers During the Bench Press and Back Squat: Implications for Velocity-Based TrainingPublication . Montoro-Bombú, Raynier; Costa, Armando; Sousa, Paulo Malico; Pinheiro, Valter; Forte, Pedro; Monteiro, Luis; Ribeiro, Alex S.; Rama, LuisSelecting the right linear position transducer (LPT) for velocity-based training monitoring sometimes presents uncertainties for coaches. Objectives: This study rigorously examined the test-retest reliability of three LPT–Cs using a simultaneous triangulation method of the same device during bench press (BP) and back squat (SQ) exercises performed on a Smith machine. Methods: Forty university students—13 females (23 ± 2 years) and 27 males (31.5 ± 6 years)—voluntarily participated in a randomized repeated-measures study. LPTs were randomly assigned numbers and placed at 5 cm apart to measure and collect bar displacement (∆S), mean propulsive velocity (MPV), peak velocity (PV), and time to peak velocity (T–PV). Each volunteer performed three BP and SQ attempts with pre-standardized loads (males: BP ≥ 40 kg and SQ ≥ 60 kg; females: BP ≥ 25 kg and SQ ≥ 40 kg). Results: The main findings of this study support a high degree of reliability for LPTs. For all variables, the absolute reliability presented significant values (p ≤ 0.05), with an intraclass correlation coefficient ≥ 0.995, a 95% confidence interval between 0.992–0.999, a coefficient of variation ≤ 10%, and a standard error of the mean ≤ 0.031. Conclusions: Scientists and coaches can use the LPT device as a reliable tool for monitoring velocity-based training by providing rigorous measurements of ∆S, MPV, PV, and T–PV during BP and SQ exercises. In addition, the smallest real difference reported may be useful in identifying minimal changes in ∆S within a single set (BP = 0.10 cm; SQ = 0.13 cm).