The prediction of karst-collapse susceptibility levels based on the ISSA-ELM integrated model by Jiaxin Wang, Ying Yang, Xian Yang, Yulong Lu, Yang Liu, Da Hu, Yongjia Hu

“…To address the limitations of conventional prediction methods, in this study, we introduce an enhanced predictive model, the improved sparrow search algorithm-optimized extreme learning machine (ISSA-ELM), for accurate karst-collapse susceptibility assessment. …”
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A novel two stage neighborhood search for flexible job shop scheduling problem considering reconfigurable machine tools by Yanjun Shi, Chengjia Yu, Shiduo Ning

“…Reconfigurable Machine Tools (RMTs), the core of RMS, enable dynamic configuration adjustments through auxiliary modules (AMs), enhancing both flexibility and efficiency. However, optimizing the allocation of limited AMs, considering non-negligible assembly and disassembly times, remains a significant challenge. …”
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Energy-efficient artificial fish swarm-based clustering protocol for enhancing network lifetime in underwater wireless sensor networks by Puneet Kaur, Kiranbir Kaur, Kuldeep Singh, Kiran Saleem, Ateeq Ur Rehman, Rupesh Gupta, Seada Hussen Adem

“…EAFSCCIP leverages the collective behavior of artificial fish within a Bees algorithm framework, using a combination of heuristic and metaheuristic approaches for optimal cluster-head (CH) selection in each round. …”
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Estimating and mapping tailings properties of the largest iron cluster in China for resource potential and reuse: A new perspective from interpretable CNN model and proposed spectr... by Haimei Lei, Nisha Bao, Moli Yu, Yue Cao

“…Spatially characterizing the physical and chemical properties of iron tailings is greatly important for optimal utilization and proper disposal of tailings. …”
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Improving forest above-ground biomass estimation using genetic-based feature selection from Sentinel-1 and Sentinel-2 data (case study of the Noor forest area in Iran) by Armin Moghimi, Ava Tavakoli Darestani, Nikrouz Mostofi, Mahdiyeh Fathi, Meisam Amani

“…Subsequently, GA was employed to select the most optimal features among them within both Random Forest (RF) and Multiple Linear Regression (MLR) models, leading to enhanced accuracy in the forest AGB estimation process. …”
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Joint Three-Task Optical Performance Monitoring with High Performance and Superior Generalizability Using a Meta-Learning-Based Convolutional Neural Network-Attention Algorithm and... by Di Zhang, Junyao Shi, Yameng Cao, Yan Ling Xue

“…The meta-learning algorithms can learn optimal initial model parameters across multiple related tasks, enabling them to quickly adapt to new tasks through fine-tuning with a small amount of data. …”
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Coordinated Reentry Guidance with A* and Deep Reinforcement Learning for Hypersonic Morphing Vehicles Under Multiple No-Fly Zones by Cunyu Bao, Xingchen Li, Weile Xu, Guojian Tang, Wen Yao

“…The A* algorithm generates heuristic trajectories circumventing no-fly zones, reducing the evaluation function by 6.2% compared to greedy methods, while DDPG optimizes sweep angles to minimize velocity loss and terminal errors (0.09 km position, 0.01 m/s velocity). …”
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Microcontroller-Driven Battery Management in Hybrid Energy Systems: A Systematic Review of Applications, Control Strategies, and Emerging Trends by Ripfumelo Humphrey Malele, Bongumsa Mendu, Bessie Baakanyang Monchusi

“…To collect documents, a systematic procedure was employed using targeted keywords to search within the Scopus database, while focusing on relevant, recent engineering papers. …”
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Bolt Anchorage Quality Levels Classification Method Based on HO‐VMD‐CNN‐BiLSTM by Fan Kesong, Zhang Can, Liu Shaowei, Feng Mengyin, Yan Ao, Fu Mengxiong, He Deyin, Nie Zhibin

“…The model incorporates the Logistic‐Tent chaotic mapping optimization algorithm, which enhances global search capability, improves feature extraction, and increases detection efficiency and accuracy. …”
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A Novel Method for Inverting Deep-Sea Sound-Speed Profiles Based on Hybrid Data Fusion Combined with Surface Sound Speed by Qiang Yuan, Weiming Xu, Shaohua Jin, Xiaohan Yu, Xiaodong Ma, Tong Sun

“…The artificial lemming algorithm (ALA) is introduced to optimize the inversion of empirical orthogonal function (EOF) coefficients, enhancing global search efficiency while avoiding local optimization. …”
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Research on Lightweight Dynamic Security Protocol for Intelligent In-Vehicle CAN Bus by Yuanhao Wang, Yinan Xu, Zhiquan Liu, Suya Liu, Yujing Wu

“…To address these issues, we propose an improved dynamic compression algorithm that achieves higher compression rates and efficiency by optimizing header information processing during data reorganization. …”
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Robust Multi-Stage Planning of Park-Level Integrated Energy System Considering Source-Load Uncertainties by JIANG Xunpu, BAO Zhejing, YU Miao, GUO Chuangxin, GUO Yuanyue, WANG Jian

“…[Objective] A robust multi-stage planning model is established for a park-level integrated energy system （PIES） to minimize the total life-cycle present-value cost while considering source-load uncertainties， optimal construction sequencing， and tiered carbon trading to enhance economic efficiency and low-carbon benefits. …”
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An Efficient Approach Based on RAE-GAMI-NET for Long Range Attack Detection on Blockchain by Vasavi Chithanuru, Mangayarkarasi Ramaiah

“…In order to protect against long-range attacks, this research suggests a high-performance explainable neural network model that can accurately categorize nodes as malicious or non-malicious while maintaining interpretability. The proposed explainable neural network model includes Residual Auto Encoder (RAE) guided generalized additive models with incorporating structured interactions (RAE-GAMI-Net) for LRA detection in PoS Blockchain In this work, a wrapper-based Binary Orchard Algorithm (W-BOA) is used to find the best features to lessen the dimensionality of extracted Characteristics, and a global feature extraction has been implemented based on multi-scale Densenet (MDensenet) that assures early convergence and optimal performance by providing global optimal solution. …”
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UAM Vertiport Network Design Considering Connectivity by Wentao Zhang, Taesung Hwang

“…One of the fundamental challenges in implementing UAM systems lies in the optimal siting of vertiports, which requires a delicate balance among infrastructure construction costs, passenger access costs to their assigned vertiports, and the operational connectivity of the resulting vertiport network. …”
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Enhanced Transmission Expansion Planning With a High Confidence Strategy Considering Fluctuations in Solar PV Generation and Electricity Demand by Siripat Somchit, Niphon Kaewdornhan, Rongrit Chatthaworn

“…To address this issue, this work proposes an enhanced TEP-based 24-hour situation optimized by an improved Binary Differential Evolution (BDE) algorithm assisted by the logistic map for adjusting the mutation factor and crossover rate. …”
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Quantitative Evaluation of Digital Economy Policies in the Tourism Industry Using the TF-IDF and PMC Index Model by Yu Xia

“…The current research focuses on how to formulate policies and measure their implementation effects, providing important basis for optimizing strategies. Therefore, the joint term frequency inverse document frequency algorithm and potential Dirichlet allocation model are used to analyze policy texts, and the policy consistency index model is introduced to quantitatively evaluate the digital economy policies of the tourism industry. …”
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Exploration and Exploitation Mechanism in Pairwise Test Case Generation: A Systematic Literature Review by Muhammad Sabo Yahaya, Ahmad Sobri B. Hashim, Abdullateef Oluwagbemiga Balogun, Aminu Aminu Muazu, Fatima Sabo Usman, Dahiru Adamu Aliyu, Abdullahi Uwaisu Muhammad

“…Pairwise testing, a combinatorial testing methodology, optimizes test case generation by minimizing redundancy while maintaining defect detection effectiveness. …”
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Securing Urban Landscape: Cybersecurity Mechanisms for Resilient Smart Cities by Qiang Lyu, Sujuan Liu, Zhouyuan Shang

“…Additionally, the framework achieves a 45% improvement in system resilience during attacks and optimizes defense strategies to reduce deployment costs while increasing overall effectiveness. …”
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Fractal-Based Robotic Trading Strategies Using Detrended Fluctuation Analysis and Fractional Derivatives: A Case Study in the Energy Market by Ekaterina Popovska, Galya Georgieva-Tsaneva

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Exploration of the Mountainous Urban Rail Transit Resilience Under Extreme Rainfalls: A Case Study in Chongqing, China by Chenhui Liu, Xue Su, Zhichun Wu, Yingjun Zhang, Cuizhu Zhou, Xiangguo Wu, Yong Huang

“…Compared with the random recovery strategy, recovery strategies based on topological importance and service efficiency index, the optimal recovery strategy based on genetic algorithm performs much better.…”
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