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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Nondestructive detection and classification of impurities-containing seed cotton based on hyperspectral imaging and one-dimensional convolutional neural network by Yeqi Fei, Zhenye Li, Tingting Zhu, Zengtao Chen, Chao Ni

“…By applying hyperspectral imaging and a one-dimensional deep learning algorithm, we detect and classify impurities in seed cotton after harvest. …”
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Secure THz Communication in 6G: A Two-Stage DRL Approach for IRS-Assisted NOMA by Muhammad Shahwar, Manzoor Ahmed, Touseef Hussain, Muhammad Sheraz, Wali Ullah Khan, Teong Chee Chuah

“…Utilizing the deep deterministic policy gradient (DDPG) algorithm, we introduce a two-stage policy learning approach designed to optimize secrecy energy efficiency (SEE) while ensuring secure communication, even in the presence of multiple eavesdroppers (Eves). …”
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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

“…In this study, we employed a Genetic Algorithm (GA) to estimate forest Above-Ground Biomass (AGB) by selecting the most applicable features from both Sentinel-2 optical and Sentinel-1 Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) images in the Noor forest. …”
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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

“…The direct standardization (DS) algorithm was applied to correct GF-5 hyperspectral image. …”
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Exploring the Impact of Local Operator Configurations in the Multi-Demand Multidimensional Knapsack Problem by José García, Ivo Cattarinich, Paola Moraga, Hernan Pinto

“…In this work, we investigate four local operator configurations—Add, Drop, Swap, and All Operator—within the Whale Optimization Algorithm framework. Our approach integrates these operators to broaden search coverage and refine candidate solutions. …”
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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 results demonstrate that the MAML-CNN-ATT algorithm achieves errors of less than 1 dB in both NLNP estimation and OSNR monitoring tasks while achieving 100% accuracy in the MFI task. …”
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Spectrum Allocation Using Integer Linear Programming and Kerr Optical Frequency Combs by Sergio Muñoz-Tapasco, Andrés F. Calvo-Salcedo, Jose A. Jaramillo-Villegas

“…Spectrum allocation methods, such as the Routing, Modulation Level, and Spectrum Assignment (RMLSA) approach, play a crucial role in executing this strategy efficiently. While current algorithms have improved allocation efficiency, further development is necessary to optimize network performance. …”
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Computational fluid dynamics and machine learning integration for evaluating solar thermal collector efficiency -Based parameter analysis by Xiaoyu Hu, Lanting Guo, Jiyuan Wang, Yang Liu

“…While baseline LR achieved R² = 0.61, optimized SVR and ANN models demonstrated superior performance with R² values of 0.96 and 0.94 respectively. …”
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Privacy-Preserving Diabetes and Heart Disease Prediction via Federated Learning and WCO by Sachikanta Dash, Sasmita Padhy, Preetam Suman, Sandip Mal, Lokesh Malviya, Amrit Suman, Jaydeep Kishore

“…This research employed SMOTE methods to tackle imbalanced classes, utilizing various classification algorithms such as Random Forest, XGBoost, Multilayer Perceptron, Gradient Boost, and AdaBoost. …”
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Multi-objective optimization of sustainable cement-zeolite improved sand based on life cycle assessment and artificial intelligence [version 1; peer review: 1 approved, 2 approved... by Hossein MolaAbasi, Satinder Kaur Brar, Amin Tanhadoust, Sepideh Nasrollahpour, Omolbanin Ataee, Moncef L. Nehdi

“…This study proposes a multi-objective optimization approach using back-propagation neural network (BPNN) to predict the mechanical strength, along with an adaptive geometry estimation-based multi-objective evolutionary algorithm (AGE-MOEA) to identify the best parameters for cement-zeolite-improved sand, filling a long-lasting research gap. …”
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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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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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Satellite Image Price Prediction Based on Machine Learning by Linhan Yang, Zugang Chen, Guoqing Li

“…This study develops a comprehensive, data-driven framework for predicting satellite imagery prices using four state-of-the-art ensemble learning algorithms: XGBoost, LightGBM, AdaBoost, and CatBoost. …”
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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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Advancing overbreak prediction in drilling and blasting tunnel using MVO, SSA and HHO-based SVM models with interpretability analysis by Yulin Zhang, Jian Zhou, Jialu Li, Biao He, Danial Jahed Armaghani, Shuai Huang

“…To address these limitations, this research proposes three innovative hybrid models that integrate metaheuristic optimization algorithms with support vector machine (SVM): multi-verse optimizer-SVM (MVO-SVM), salp swarm algorithm-SVM (SSA-SVM), and Harris’s Hawk optimization-SVM (HHO-SVM). …”
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Construction and application of a digital twin model for multi-objectiveoptimization of intelligent tape conveyor system by Wei CHEN, Jingzhao LI, Qing SHI, Jichao LIU, Huashun LI

“…Moreover, forecast values of sweep force at the current moment help formulate the dispatch plan for the cleaning mechanism in the next moment, thus ensuring precise control of the physical model. The Improved Whale Optimization Algorithm (IWOA) is employed to optimize parameters in this blueprint, facilitating real-time scheduling by rapidly converging to the global optimum. …”
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Multi-user joint task offloading and resource allocation based on mobile edge computing in mining scenarios by Siqi Li, Weidong Li, Wanbo Zheng, Yunni Xia, Kunyin Guo, Qinglan Peng, Xu Li, Jiaxin Ren

“…In the upper layer, an improved genetic algorithm (IGA) based on heuristic rules is employed to generate an offloading decision population, while the lower layer utilizes the deep deterministic policy gradient (DDPG) algorithm to optimize the offloading strategy and the weighted coefficients for latency and energy consumption. …”
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Truck Transportation Scheduling for a New Transport Mode of Battery-Swapping Trucks in Open-Pit Mines by Yufeng Xiao, Wei Zhou, Boyu Luan, Keyi Yang, Yuqing Yang

“…The primary objective is to minimize the total haulage cost and total waiting time. Both a genetic algorithm and an adaptive genetic algorithm are applied to solve the proposed multi-objective scheduling optimization model. …”
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