A PSO weighted ensemble framework with SMOTE balancing for student dropout prediction in smart education systems by Achin Jain, Arun Kumar Dubey, Shakir Khan, Arvind Panwar, Mohammad Alkhatib, Abdulaziz M Alshahrani

“…This methodology balances the dataset using SMOTE, optimizes model hyperparameters, and fine-tunes ensemble weights through PSO to improve predictive performance. …”
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Efficient Task Scheduling and Load Balancing in Fog Computing for Crucial Healthcare Through Deep Reinforcement Learning by Prashanth Choppara, Bommareddy Lokesh

“…The foundation of this approach is the DRL model, which is designed to dynamically optimize the partition of computational tasks across fog nodes to improve both data throughput and operational response times. …”
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Enhancing BVR Air Combat Agent Development With Attention-Driven Reinforcement Learning by Andre R. Kuroswiski, Annie S. Wu, Angelo Passaro

“…We propose a novel approach that introduces a task-based layer, leveraging domain expertise to optimize decision-making and training efficiency. By integrating multi-head attention mechanisms into the policy model and employing an improved DQN algorithm, agents dynamically select context-aware tasks, enabling the learning of efficient emergent behaviors for variable engagement conditions. …”
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A novel re-entrant circular star-shaped auxetic honeycomb with enhanced energy absorption and anisotropic Poisson’s ratio by Danrong Shi, Zhuangzhuang Wang, Yongwei Li, Ruyuan Huo, Jin Zhang, Jianguo Cai

“…A multi-objective optimisation strategy was used by a Kriging surrogate model and NSGA-II algorithm to identify an optimal configuration with improved crashworthiness. …”
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A Blur-Score-Guided Region Selection Method for Airborne Aircraft Detection in Remote Sensing Images by Yujian Wang, Yi Hou, Yuting Xie, Ruofan Wang, Shilin Zhou

“…Our approach includes an improved tenengrad gradient algorithm to extract motion blur information and construct a Blur-Score map. …”
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MATE-ViT: A multi-channel contrast-limited adaptive time-frequency enhancement and vision transformer framework for bearing fault diagnosis by Jiangdong Zhao, Jiao Yu, Wenming Wang, Ji Huang, Xiaolu Ma

“…First, an improved CLAHE algorithm is used to independently enhance the multi-channel time-frequency images, effectively improving the local contrast and detail expression of the images, thereby enhancing the recognizability of fault features. …”
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A data driven approach to urban area delineation using multi source geospatial data by Chenyu Fang, Lin Zhou, Xinyue Gu, Xing Liu, Martin Werner

“…Abstract This study introduces a data-driven, bottom-up approach to urban delineation, integrating feature engineering with the Density-Based Spatial Clustering of Applications with Noise (DBSCAN) algorithm, which represents a significant improvement in precision and methodology compared to traditional approaches that rely on simplistic OpenStreetMap (OSM) road node data aggregations. …”
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Dual-Metric-Based Assessment and Topology Generation of Urban Airspace with Quadrant Analysis and Pareto Ranking by Weizheng Zhang, Hua Wu, Yang Liu, Suyu Zhou, Hailong Dong, Huayu Liu

“…Additionally, Pareto ranking determines a set of Pareto-optimal solutions wherein no objective can be improved without compromising at least one other objective. …”
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An Advanced Recomposition-Based Displaying Technique: Maximizing Image Reconstruction for Virtual Museum Applications by Jingjie Zhao, Xin Shi, Olga Yezhova, Qinchuan Zhan, Xijing Zhang

“…These methods, combined with a multi-layer aggregation algorithm that encodes deep feature representations in a Gaussian Mixture Model (GMM), enable seamless scene reconstruction with improved precision. …”
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Spatiotemporal tensor analysis for effective information mining of hydraulic structures considering environmental excitation and vibration response by Hui Li, Zhang Han, Tengfei Bao, Xiaohan Duan, Guang Yang, Xianyu Xiong, Yibo Ouyang, Jiankang Lou

“…The time-weighted modified dynamic time warping theory and curvature smoothing algorithm were combined to construct the optimal filter model with a balancing factor to extract the effective information from vibration response. …”
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MAT-FHE: arbitrary dimension matrix multiplication scheme for floating point over fully homomorphic encryption by Yatao Yang, Zhaofu Li, Yucheng Ding, Man Hu

“…After analysis, it is secure under the CPA model, composable, and supports floating matrix continuous multiplication. …”
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Molecular biomarkers in salivary diagnostic materials: Point-of-Care solutions — PoC-Diagnostics and -Testing by Ziyad S. Haidar

“…Addressing these challenges requires continued research into improving assay sensitivity, data integration, and cost-effectiveness. …”
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Inversion of Leaf Chlorophyll Content in Different Growth Periods of Maize Based on Multi-Source Data from “Sky–Space–Ground” by Wu Nile, Su Rina, Na Mula, Cha Ersi, Yulong Bao, Jiquan Zhang, Zhijun Tong, Xingpeng Liu, Chunli Zhao

“…This study proposes an improved method based on multi-source data, combining the Sentinel-2A spectral response function (SRF) and computer algorithms, to overcome the limitations of traditional methods. …”
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Research on Hyperspectral Inversion of Soil Organic Carbon in Agricultural Fields of the Southern Shaanxi Mountain Area by Yunhao Han, Bin Wang, Jingyi Yang, Fang Yin, Linsen He

“…The results indicate that (1) the Spectral Space Transformation (SST) algorithm effectively eliminates environmental interference on image spectra, enhancing SOC prediction accuracy; (2) continuous wavelet transform significantly reduces data noise compared to other spectral processing methods, further improving SOC prediction accuracy; and (3) among feature band selection methods, the CARS algorithm demonstrated the best performance, achieving the highest SOC prediction accuracy when combined with the random forest model. …”
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Efficiency Design of Traction Inverters Based on Deep Learning and TRIZ by LIAGN Kaiwei, JIAO Bi, LIU Yongjiang, LING Zhenjun, SU Li, XIE Haibo

“…In addition, this paper designs human-computer interaction software based on TRIZ-CRNN to improve the operation intelligence of computer aided innovation system and optimize the application feasibility of TRIZ-CRNN algorithm.…”
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Fully automated multicolour structured illumination module for super-resolution microscopy with two excitation colours by Haoran Wang, Peter T. Brown, Jessica Ullom, Douglas P. Shepherd, Rainer Heintzmann, Benedict Diederich

“…To optimize DMD diffraction, we developed a model for tilt and roll pixel configurations, enabling use with various low-cost projectors in SIM setups. …”
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VR interactive input system based on INS and binocular vision fusion by Hongxia Zhao, Bei Wang

“…This study explores the application of inertial measurement units and binocular vision fusion technology in virtual reality interactive input systems, with the aim of improving the tracking accuracy of the system through optimized pose models and visual algorithms. …”
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Machine learning based assessment of hoarseness severity: a multi-sensor approach centered on high-speed videoendoscopy by Tobias Schraut, Anne Schützenberger, Tomás Arias-Vergara, Melda Kunduk, Matthias Echternach, Stephan Dürr, Julia Werz, Michael Döllinger

“…Subjects were classified into two hoarseness groups based on auditory-perceptual ratings, with predicted scores serving as continuous hoarseness severity ratings. A videoendoscopic model was developed by selecting a suitable classification algorithm and a minimal-optimal subset of glottal parameters. …”
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Mixed Gas Detection and Temperature Compensation Based on Photoacoustic Spectroscopy by Sun Chao, Hu Runze, Liu Niansong, Ding Jianjun

“…It determines the weight ratio of each algorithm through experiments to improve the accuracy of gas category discrimination. …”
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A neighborhood search-based heuristic for the dynamic vehicle routing problem by Wilton Gustavo Gomes da Costa, Ricardo Santos, Willy Alves de Oliveira Soler, Bianca de Almeida Dantas

“…The DSNR achieved improvements of 15% to 17% in terms of distance and final delivery costs.…”
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