diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/planned_feature_request.md b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/planned_feature_request.md
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@@ -0,0 +1,192 @@
+---
+name: Planned Implementation
+about: Document a planned feature implementation for the project roadmap
+title: ''
+labels: 'WIP', `backlog`
+assignees: ''
+
+---
+<!-- TEMPLATE GUIDELINE
+
+MANDATORY blocks must be completed.
+OPTIONAL blocks are provided inside HTML comments: `< !--`, `-- >`
+    remove comment markers to enable
+
+IMPORTANT:
+Function docstrings are our documentation source of truth, so all relevant information should be included there.
+
+Any important information captured in the issue should be reflected in the function signature, docstring, and/or test cases to ensure it is not lost during implementation.
+-->
+
+## ℹ️ General Information
+
+<!-- MANDATORY: this section reflects current planning -->
+
+**Component Name:** some_name
+
+**Component Location:** src/FatPy/some_params.py
+
+**Suggested Python Name:** calc_some_param <!-- should be verified against existing naming conventions, nomenclature table -->
+
+**FABER WG Relation:** WG6.1
+
+**Priority:** (1-10 scale)
+
+**Technical Complexity:** (1-10 scale)
+
+**Estimated Effort:** (1-10 scale)
+
+**Dependencies:** <!-- List any dependencies on other components, libraries, or tools -->
+
+**Related Issues:** <!-- Link to related issues, if any  using #Number_of_issue-->
+
+---
+
+<!-- MANDATORY -->
+## 📋 Problem Description
+
+Problem description goes here.
+
+### Mathematical Formulation
+
+<!-- Describe algorithms, equations, and mathematical relationships -->
+$\text{Simple mathematical formulation here}$
+
+$$
+\text{Or more complex} \\
+\text{mathematical formulation here}
+$$
+
+**Latex text:**
+<!-- copy the formula inside the code block below for easier copy-pasting -->
+```plaintext
+$\text{Simple mathematical formulation here}$
+
+$$
+\text{Or more complex} \\
+\text{mathematical formulation here}
+$$
+```
+
+<!-- MANDATORY -->
+## 🔧 Implementation Guideline
+
+
+<!-- OPTIONAL
+### Abstraction / Interface Design
+
+Reference existing abstraction if any (base class, protocol, interface, abstract method).
+If no abstraction exists, explicitly state: "No existing abstraction applies."
+
+**Abstraction Reference:**
+Example: src/fatpy/core/strain_life/base_methods.py::BaseMethod
+
+-->
+
+### Function Signature
+
+<!--
+Change function signature
+- Use type hints for all parameters and return types
+- Include default values for optional parameters
+- Provide a docstring that describes the function's purpose, parameters, return value, and any
+    exceptions it may raise
+-->
+
+```python
+import numpy as np
+from numpy.typing import ArrayLike, Optional, NDArray
+
+def function_name(
+    input1: ArrayLike,
+    input2: Optional[ArrayLike] = None,
+    param1: float = 0.5,
+    param2: int = 10
+) -> NDArray[np.float64]:
+    """Brief description of the function.
+
+    Some more detailed description of the function's purpose and behavior.
+
+    Args:
+        input1: Description of the first input.
+        input2: Description of the second input (optional).
+        param1: Description of the first parameter (default is 0.5).
+        param2: Description of the second parameter (default is 10).
+
+    Returns:
+        Description of the output.
+    
+    Raises:
+        ValueError: Description of when this error is raised.
+        TypeError: Description of when this error is raised.    
+    """
+    pass  # Implementation goes here
+```
+
+<!-- OPTIONAL
+### Inputs
+
+| Parameter | Symbol | Type | Description | Units | Constraints |
+|-----------|--------|------|-------------|-------|-------------|
+|           |        |      |             |       |             |
+
+-->
+
+
+<!-- OPTIONAL
+### Outputs
+
+| Parameter | Symbol | Type | Description | Units | Range |
+|-----------|--------|------|-------------|-------|-------|
+|           |        |      |             |       |       |
+
+-->
+
+<!-- OPTIONAL
+### Expected Behavior
+
+- expected behavior
+- input assumptions
+- computation path
+- boundary behavior
+- additional requirements
+
+<!--
+
+<!-- OPTIONAL
+### Error Handling
+
+Document validation and failure behavior if applicable:
+- Input validation rules
+- Raised exceptions and when they occur
+- Message style for user-facing errors
+- Behavior for non-fatal issues (warning vs error)
+
+--> 
+
+<!-- MANDATORY -->
+## ✅ Validation & Testing
+
+#### Test Cases
+
+<!-- Provide specific test cases with expected results -->
+
+| Test Case | Inputs | Expected Outputs | Notes |
+|-----------|--------|------------------|-------|
+| Example 1 |        |                  |       |
+| Example 2 |        |                  |       |
+
+### Acceptance Criteria
+<!-- Define clear acceptance criteria for the implementation -->
+- [ ] Implementation meets all specified requirements
+- [ ] Code is well-documented and follows style guidelines
+- [ ] All test cases pass successfully
+<!-- If additional criteria are needed, list them here -->
+
+<!-- MANDATORY -->
+## 📚 References & Resources
+
+<!-- MANDATORY: literature, papers, existing implementations, theory -->
+<!-- Ideally provide links to online resources -->
+- [Reference 1](https://example.com)
+
diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/planned_implementation.md b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/planned_implementation.md
deleted file mode 100644
index 7067eb0..0000000
--- a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/planned_implementation.md
+++ /dev/null
@@ -1,118 +0,0 @@
----
-name: Planned Implementation
-about: Document a planned feature implementation for the project roadmap
-title: '[IMPL] '
-labels: 'planned-implementation'
-assignees: ''
-
----
-
-<!-- All comments do not appear in the rendered issue and does not need to be removed -->
-
-## ℹ️ General Information
-
-<!-- This section reflects current planning -->
-
-**Component Name:**
-
-**Component Location:**
-
-**Suggested Python Name:**
-
-**FABER WG Relation:**
-
-**Brief Description:**
-
-**Priority:** (1-10 scale)
-
-**Technical Complexity:** (1-10 scale)
-
-**Estimated Effort:** (1-10 scale)
-
-**Dependencies:**
-
--
--
-
----
-
-## Implementation Details
-
-### 📋 Specification
-
-#### Mathematical Formulation
-<!-- Describe algorithms, equations, and mathematical relationships -->
-
-#### Inputs
-<!-- List and describe all required inputs -->
-| Parameter | Symbol | Type | Description | Units | Constraints |
-|-----------|--------|------|-------------|-------|-------------|
-|           |        |      |             |       |             |
-|           |        |      |             |       |             |
-
-#### Outputs
-<!-- List and describe expected outputs -->
-| Parameter | Symbol | Type | Description | Units | Range |
-|-----------|--------|------|-------------|-------|-------|
-|           |        |      |             |       |       |
-|           |        |      |             |       |       |
-
-#### Expected Behavior
-<!-- Describe the expected behavior, step-by-step process -->
-
-### 🔧 Implementation Guidelines
-
-#### Function Signature
-
-```python
-# Suggested function signature
-def function_name():
-    pass
-```
-
-#### Code Structure
-
-<!-- Suggestions for implementation approach -->
-
-#### Error Handling
-
-<!-- Required error handling and validation -->
-
-### ✅ Validation & Testing
-
-#### Test Cases
-
-<!-- Provide specific test cases with expected results -->
-
-| Test Case | Inputs | Expected Outputs | Notes |
-|-----------|--------|------------------|-------|
-| Example 1 | | | |
-| Example 2 | | | |
-
-#### Validation Criteria
-
-<!-- How to validate the implementation is correct -->
-
-- [ ] Mathematical accuracy verified against literature
-- [ ] Edge cases handled appropriately
-- [ ] Output format matches specification
-
-### 📚 References & Resources
-
-<!-- Literature, papers, existing implementations, theory -->
-
-### 📝 Technical Notes
-
-<!-- Special considerations, performance requirements, edge cases -->
-
-#### Performance Considerations
-
--
-
-#### Edge Cases to Handle
-
--
-
-#### Special Requirements
-
--
diff --git a/.vscode/extensions.json b/.vscode/extensions.json
index 1ce9e98..d71dfc5 100644
--- a/.vscode/extensions.json
+++ b/.vscode/extensions.json
@@ -4,13 +4,10 @@
         "ms-python.vscode-pylance",
         "charliermarsh.ruff",
         "ms-toolsai.jupyter",
-        "github.copilot",
         "tamasfe.even-better-toml",
         "aaron-bond.better-comments",
-        "github.vscode-github-actions",
         "bierner.markdown-mermaid",
-        "alexcvzz.vscode-sqlite",
         "njpwerner.autodocstring",
         "redhat.vscode-yaml",
     ]
-}
+}
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diff --git a/.vscode/settings.json b/.vscode/settings.json
index 826180c..3c6f9ff 100644
--- a/.vscode/settings.json
+++ b/.vscode/settings.json
@@ -1,21 +1,14 @@
 {
     // Python settings
     "python.analysis.autoSearchPaths": true,
-    "python.analysis.diagnosticSeverityOverrides": {
-        "reportMissingImports": "none"
-    },
     "python.analysis.extraPaths": [
         "${workspaceFolder}/src"
     ],
-    "python.envFile": "${workspaceFolder}/.env",
     "python.terminal.activateEnvironment": true,
     "python.defaultInterpreterPath": "${workspaceFolder}/.venv/bin/python",
     // Test settings
     "python.testing.pytestEnabled": true,
     "python.testing.unittestEnabled": false,
-    "python.testing.cwd": "${workspaceFolder}/tests",
-    "python.testing.pytestPath": "${workspaceFolder}/.venv/bin/pytest",
-    "python.testing.autoTestDiscoverOnSaveEnabled": true,
     "iis.configDir": "",
     // AutoDocstring settings
     "autoDocstring.docstringFormat": "google",
@@ -32,4 +25,4 @@
         "tag:yaml.org,2002:python/name:pymdownx.superfences.fence_code_format",
         "tag:yaml.org,2002:python/object/apply:pymdownx.slugs.slugify mapping"
     ]
-}
+}
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diff --git a/pyproject.toml b/pyproject.toml
index beecc56..843536b 100644
--- a/pyproject.toml
+++ b/pyproject.toml
@@ -5,7 +5,7 @@ description = "Python implementations of various fatigue life algorithms"
 readme = "README.md"
 requires-python = ">=3.12"
 license = { text = "MIT" }
-authors = [{ name = "Jan Vyborny", email = "jan.vyborny2@gmail.com" }]
+authors = [{ name = "FaberOrg", email = "jan.vyborny2@gmail.com" }]
 
 classifiers = [
     "Development Status :: 3 - Alpha",
@@ -18,10 +18,10 @@ classifiers = [
 ]
 
 dependencies = [
-    "matplotlib>=3.10.6",
-    "numpy>=2.3.3",
-    "pandas>=2.3.2",
-    # "scipy>=1.15.1",
+    "matplotlib>=3.10.8",
+    "numpy>=2.4.3",
+    "pandas>=3.0.1",
+    "scipy>=1.17.1",
 ]
 
 [project.urls]
@@ -31,20 +31,18 @@ dependencies = [
 "FABER" = "https://faber-cost.eu/"
 "LinkedIn" = "https://www.linkedin.com/company/faber-cost/about/"
 
-[tool.uv]
-dev-dependencies = [
-    "mypy>=1.18.2",
-    "ruff>=0.13.1",
-    "pre-commit>=4.3.0",
-    "pytest>=8.4.2",
+[dependency-groups]
+dev = [
+    "mypy>=1.19.1",
+    "ruff>=0.15.7",
+    "pre-commit>=4.5.1",
+    "pytest>=9.0.2",
     "pytest-cov>=7.0.0",
     "pytest-mock>=3.15.1",
-    "pytest-mypy>=1.0.1",
-    "pytest-ruff>=0.5",
     "mkdocs>=1.6.1",
-    "mkdocs-material[imaging]>=9.6.20",
-    "mkdocstrings[python]>=0.30.1",
-    "mkdocs-autorefs>=1.4.3",
+    "mkdocs-material[imaging]>=9.7.6",
+    "mkdocstrings[python]>=1.0.3",
+    "mkdocs-autorefs>=1.4.4",
 ]
 
 [tool.pytest.ini_options]
@@ -52,10 +50,8 @@ pythonpath = ["src"]
 testpaths = ["tests"]
 minversion = "6.0"
 addopts = [
-    "-rfEP",  # show failures, errors, and passed with output
-    "-vv",    # verbose output
-    "--ruff", # run ruff on all tests
-    "--mypy", # run mypy on all tests
+    "-rfEP", # show failures, errors, and passed with output
+    "-vv",   # verbose output
     # "--no-header",                                    # do not show header
     # "-s",                                             # do not capture output
 
diff --git a/requirements-dev.txt b/requirements-dev.txt
index 7bbc546..13e1e35 100644
Binary files a/requirements-dev.txt and b/requirements-dev.txt differ
diff --git a/requirements.txt b/requirements.txt
index 119d5ba..e7bdf4b 100644
--- a/requirements.txt
+++ b/requirements.txt
@@ -1,4 +1,4 @@
-matplotlib>=3.10.0
-numpy>=2.2.2
-pandas>=2.2.3
-scipy>=1.15.1
+matplotlib>=3.10.8
+numpy>=2.4.3
+pandas>=3.0.1
+scipy>=1.17.1
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