FHQ-RRT*: An Improved Path Planning Algorithm for Mobile Robots to Acquire High-Quality Paths Faster by Xingxiang Dong, Yujun Wang, Can Fang, Kemeng Ran, Guohui Liu

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3D Deployment Optimization of Wireless Sensor Networks for Heterogeneous Functional Nodes by Zean Lu, Chengqun Wang, Peng Wang, Weiqiang Xu

“…To address this, an improved Secretary Bird Optimization Algorithm (ISBOA) is proposed, incorporating Gaussian Cuckoo Mutation and a smooth exploitation mechanism. …”
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Ship path planning based on improved multi-scale A* algorithm of collision risk function by Chunyu Song, Teer Guo, Jianghua Sui

“…Moreover, in order to improve the efficiency of optimal path planning in the context of complex sea areas while ensuring path safety, the paper proposes a collision risk function to optimize the determination of the cost of A* algorithm nodes, thereby enhancing the heuristic function of the A* algorithm. …”
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Multi-objective coordinated control and optimization for photovoltaic microgrid scheduling by Da Yu, Kai Hou, Xu Lin, Guoyang Cai, Xin Shan, Weihua Wang

“…This paper proposes a multi-objective coordinated control and optimization system for PV microgrids. To address the challenges of slow convergence and local optima in traditional PV microgrid scheduling methods, this study introduced an improved multiple objective particle swarm optimization (IMOPSO) algorithm that integrates an adaptive inertia weight adjustment strategy based on optimal similarity and a multi-directional iterative Pareto solution archive update mechanism. …”
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The Path Planning of Mobile Robots Based on an Improved Genetic Algorithm by Zheng Zhang, Haobo Yang, Xusheng Bai, Shuo Zhang, Chaobin Xu

“…Bezier curve optimization of the optimal path was conducted. Experimental results show that the improved genetic algorithm demonstrates significant advantages in terms of path length, smoothness, iteration speed, and computational efficiency.…”
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Improved SOM algorithm for damage characterization based on visual sensing by Hongtao Zhu, Shuyun Guo

“…To enhance the accuracy and efficiency of concrete damage identification, this research proposes an improved Self-Organizing Map algorithm based on visual sensing. …”
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Solving Integer Ambiguity Based on an Improved Ant Lion Algorithm by Wuzheng Guo, Yuanfa Ji, Xiyan Sun, Xizi Jia

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Underwater Object Detection Algorithm Based on an Improved YOLOv8 by Fubin Zhang, Weiye Cao, Jian Gao, Shubing Liu, Chenyang Li, Kun Song, Hongwei Wang

“…This paper proposes an underwater object detection algorithm based on an improved YOLOv8 model. First, the introduction of CIB building blocks into the backbone network, along with the optimization of the C2f structure and the incorporation of large-kernel depthwise convolutions, effectively enhances the model’s receptive field. …”
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Research on Fire Detection of Cotton Picker Based on Improved Algorithm by Zhai Shi, Fangwei Wu, Changjie Han, Dongdong Song

“…The sensor measurements were compared with the actual values to verify the effectiveness of the GWO-PSO-optimized BP neural network model. Once experimentally verified, the improved GWO-PSO algorithm achieves a correlation coefficient R of 0.96929, a prediction accuracy rate of 96.10%, and a prediction error rate of only 3.9%, while the system monitors an accurate early warning rate of 96.07%, and the false alarm and omission rates are both less than 5%. …”
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An Improved Small Target Detection Algorithm Based on YOLOv8s by G. Ma, C. Xu, Z. Xu, X. Song

“…To address these challenges, this pa¬per proposes an enhanced small object detection algorithm, SOD-YOLO, based on YOLOv8s. First, the S_C2f_CAFM module is integrated into the feature extraction network, enabling the effective capture of fine-grained local features and broad contextual information, while simultaneously reducing model parameters and computational complexity. …”
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Improved Field Obstacle Detection Algorithm Based on YOLOv8 by Xinying Zhou, Wenming Chen, Xinhua Wei

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Lightweight insulator target detection algorithm based on improved YOLOX by Bing Zeng, Wei Hua, Dezhi Li, Zhihao Zhou, Hao Wan, Yunmin Xie, Tangbing Li, Yucong Chen, Jianglei Li, Shenli Wang, Shixun Fu, Zihan Jin, Wenhua Zhang

“…Additionally, Coordinate Attention (CA) is integrated into the detection head to improve the precision of small target detection. Finally, the σWIoU loss function replaces the traditional IoU to accelerate convergence and optimize overall performance. …”
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An improved catastrophe progression method based on HMSLGWO–AHP for grouting quality assessment by Yushan Zhu, Zhu Yang, Ning Li, Jian Huang

“…Subsequently, the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) method improved by the hierarchical multi‐strategy learning gray wolf optimization (HMSLGWO) algorithm is employed to determine the relative significance of indices, in which, the HMSLGWO algorithm, augmented by Gaussian mixture model clustering and multi‐strategy learning, optimizes the consistency of the AHP judgment matrix. …”
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Application of an improved ant colony algorithm based on unevenly distributed pheromone and multi-objective optimization in path planning for unmanned surface vehicles by Guobing XIE, Wei HE, Wangwen HU, Yixin Su, Binghua SHI

“…ObjectiveTo address the challenges of path planning for unmanned surface vehicles in complex waters, this paper proposes an improved ant colony optimization（ACO）algorithm based on uneven distributed pheromone and multi-objective optimization.MethodsFirst, a probabilistic roadmap method (PRM) is used to generate an initial path. …”
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Optimization on construction machinery considering sequence-dependent setup times and personnel fatigue based on the improved gray wolf and whale algorithm. by Dawei Wang, Bo Gao, Lei Zhang

“…An innovative algorithm, the improved hybrid gray wolf and whale algorithm fused with a penalty function for construction machinery optimization (IHWGWO), is introduced, incorporating a penalty function to handle constraints effectively. …”
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Genetic algorithm optimization of ensemble learning approach for improved land cover and land use mapping: Application to Talassemtane National Park by Ali Azedou, Aouatif Amine, Isaya Kisekka, Said Lahssini

“…This study proposes a Genetic Algorithm (GA) optimization method for ensemble classification to improve LCLU classification accuracy while maintaining computational efficiency. …”
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Improving Genetic Algorithm with Fine-Tuned Crossover and Scaled Architecture by Ajay Shrestha, Ausif Mahmood

“…Genetic Algorithm (GA) is a metaheuristic used in solving combinatorial optimization problems. …”
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A low-carbon scheduling method based on improved ant colony algorithm for underground electric transportation vehicles by Yizhe Zhang, Yinan Guo, Yao Huang, Shirong Ge

“…To solve this problem, an improved ant colony optimization algorithm integrated with Q-learning (ACO-QL) is proposed. …”
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Optimization method of obstacle avoidance path for dual-arm cooperative robot based on machine vision by Jing Li

“…The motion model of the robot is analyzed, and a fitness function for the obstacle avoidance path is constructed. An improved bat algorithm is employed to optimize the obstacle avoidance path of the dual-arm cooperative robot, ultimately yielding the optimal path. …”
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Multi-Parameter Optimization Using Metaheuristic Algorithms to Improve Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles’ Wireless Communications: A Performance Analysis by Lalan J. Mishra, Naima Kaabouch

“…On average, in Approach 1, the whale optimization algorithm had the shortest convergence time, while ant colony optimization was the slowest. …”
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