A Reconfigurable 1x2 Photonic Digital Switch Controlled by an Externally Induced Metasurface by Alessandro Fantoni, Paolo Di Giamberardino

“…The device is simulated using the Beam Propagation Method (BPM) and Finite Difference Time Domain (FDTD) algorithms and the structure under evaluation is an amorphous silicon 1x2 multimode interference (MMI), joined to an arrayed Metal Oxide Semiconductor (MOS) structure Al/SiNx/a-Si:H/ITO to be used in active-matrix pixel fashion to control the output of the switch. …”
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Design of a meta-heuristic artificial intelligence (AI) model for an optimal photovoltaic module cooling system by Armel Zambou Kenfack, Symphorien Tchimoe Kemle, Modeste Kameni Nematchoua, Venant Sorel Chara-Dackou, Elie Simo, Hermann Djeudjo Temene

“…Therefore, this paper aims to design a multi-objective particle swarm optimization (MOPSO) model to search for a better configuration of cooled PV/T. The algorithm provides a more objective and comprehensive understanding of the trade-offs and advantages associated with different cooling methods. …”
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Underwater acoustic signal denoising method based on DBO–VMD and singular value decomposition by A. Weiyi Chen, B. Shizhe Wang, C. Zongji Li, D. Li Dong

“…This method utilizes the Dung Beetle Optimization (DBO) algorithm to optimize Variational Mode Decomposition (VMD) and combines it with Singular Value Decomposition (SVD). …”
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A Study on the Impact of Obstacle Size on Training Models Based on DQN and DDQN by Lu Siyu, Tao Ye, Zeng Junwei, Zuo Qihuan

“…Various parameters such as obstacle size and complexity influence the agent's performance, promoting efficient learning and policy optimization using both DQN and DDQN algorithms under different configurations. After our experiment, comparing with DQN, we found that DDQN could be a better algorithm in car racing scenarios as in some extreme environments, DQN would not very accurately estimate future reward, therefore, agent could not make better decisions because of the misguided evaluation. …”
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Computationally expensive constrained problems via surrogate-assisted dynamic population evolutionary optimization by Zan Yang, Chen Jiang, Jiansheng Liu

“…Specifically, the population is dynamically constructed by simultaneously considering the real-time feasibility, convergence, and diversity information of all the previously evaluated solutions. The evolution strategies adapted to dynamic populations are designed to arrange targeted search resources for individuals with different potentials. …”
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Lithology Identification of Buried Hill Reservoirs Based on Support Vector Machine by GAO Yongde, WU Jinbo, SUN Dianqiang

“…Conventional logging data and traditional evaluation methods are limited in their effectiveness for identifying lithology in such reservoirs, making it difficult to distinguish between different lithology types. …”
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Research on Input Scheme Selection of a Novel Parallel Mechanism by Yajun Chen, Yongbin Li, Dong Yang, Tiejun Li

“…Then, the end effector of the parallel mechanism moves along two different trajectories. Using the particle swarm optimization algorithm, the inverse kinematics solution of each trajectory is obtained, and the velocity and acceleration of each actuator under different trajectories are obtained. …”
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Study on the Strategy of Playing Doudizhu Game Based on Multirole Modeling by Shuqin Li, Saisai Li, Hengyang Cao, Kun Meng, Meng Ding

“…Cards carrying can calculate reasonable rules especially for “triplet” by using an evaluation algorithm. Decision making is for implementing different card strategies for different player roles. …”
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Detection of Emulation Attacks in Cognitive Radio Networks using Heuristic Techniques by Jabbar Mahmood, Rahim Ali Qamar, Shahzad Latif

“…Differential evolution (DE) and cuckoo search (CS) algorithms are utilized to optimize detection accuracy. …”
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Research on Fuzzy Decision-Making Method of Task Allocation for Ship Multiagent Collaborative Design by Jinghua Li, Yiying Wang, Boxin Yang, Qinghua Zhou, Feihui Yuan

“…Finally, through example verification and comparative analysis with the Round-Robin algorithm (RR) and the Weighted Round-Robin (WRR) algorithm, the validity, feasibility, and stability of the multidesign agent-task allocation decision-making method proposed in this paper are verified, and it is proved that the task allocation method takes the bilateral needs of the task and the design agent into account, solves the optimal allocation strategy of collaborative design tasks, and realizes the balanced allocation between the ship collaborative design task and the design agent.…”
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Optimizing makespan and resource utilization in cloud computing environment via evolutionary scheduling approach. by Faten K Karim, Sara Ghorashi, Salem Alkhalaf, Saadia H A Hamza, Anis Ben Ishak, S Abdel-Khalek

“…A wide range of comprehensive comparison studies emphasized that the EASA-MORU technique performs better than other methods in different evaluation measures.…”
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Multiobjective Reliability-Based Design Optimization of Recycled Aggregates Used in Corrosive Environment Based on Response Surface Modelling by Abdol Ghaium Dehvari, Mohsen Khazaei, Mohammad Reza Sohrabi, Mahmoud Miri

“…These models were then evaluated using a metaheuristic optimization algorithm coupled with a simple and fast usability new method of reliability evaluation. …”
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A data-efficient deep transfer learning framework for methane super-emitter detection in oil and gas fields using the Sentinel-2 satellite by S. Zhao, S. Zhao, Y. Zhang, Y. Zhang, S. Zhao, S. Zhao, X. Wang, X. Wang, D. J. Varon

“…We evaluate the ability of the algorithm to discover new methane sources with a suite of transfer tasks, in which training and evaluation data come from different regions. …”
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Used economy market insight: Sailboat industry pricing mechanism and regional effects. by Zhanni Huang, Hansheng Hu, Di Wu

“…In addition, the model evaluation results show that the model constructed in this study has good accuracy, validity, portability and versatility, and can be extended to price simulation and regional analysis of different markets in different regions.…”
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Primitive-Level vs. Implementation-Level DPA Security: a Certified Case Study by Charles Momin, François-Xavier Standaert, Corentin Verhamme

“…It allows us to put forward the different evaluation challenges that they raise, and the similar to slightly better cost vs. security tradeoff that the leakage-resilient PRF offers in our experiments. …”
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Assessing Crash Reduction at Stop-Controlled Intersections: A Before-After Study of LED-Backlit Signs Using Crash and Conflict Data by Maziyar Layegh, Ciprian Alecsandru, Matin Giahi Foomani

“…Microscopic models based on observed turning movement counters (TMCs) were calibrated for conflict estimation using a genetic algorithm (GA). Generalized linear models (GLMs) estimated accident and conflict frequencies under different treatment scenarios. …”
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Collaborative Optimization Planning Method for Distribution Network Considering “Hydropower, Photovoltaic, Storage, and Charging” by Jinlin Liao, Jia Lin, Guilian Wu, Sudan Lai

“…The optimal ideal solution is used for screening to obtain the optimal planning scheme under different scenarios. Then, a comprehensive evaluation is carried out on the optimal planning schemes of different scenarios. …”
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Modeling and Solution of Vehicle Routing Problem with Grey Time Windows and Multiobjective Constraints by Xiaojian Yuan, Qishan Zhang, Jiaoyan Zeng

“…In order to verify the validity of the established model, numerical experiments are carried out in two groups based on the Solomon example, and the solution is solved based on the improved quantum evolution algorithm. Analysis. Distribution cost fluctuations and customer satisfaction fluctuations with grey time windows are relatively small; under different satisfaction threshold conditions, the distribution cost is increased gently with the satisfaction threshold. …”
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PISCFF-LNet: A Method for Autonomous Flight of UAVs Based on Lightweight Road Extraction by Yuanxu Zhu, Tianze Zhang, Aiying Wu, Gang Shi

“…Finally, we applied the algorithm to a UAV, using a PID-based flight-control algorithm. …”
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Pest Detection in Citrus Orchards Using Sentinel-2: A Case Study on Mealybug (<i>Delottococcus aberiae</i>) in Eastern Spain by Fàtima Della Bellver, Belen Franch Gras, Italo Moletto-Lobos, César José Guerrero Benavent, Alberto San Bautista Primo, Constanza Rubio, Eric Vermote, Sebastien Saunier

“…This can be mitigated by using a Bidirectional Reflectance Distribution Function (BRDF) model such as the High-Resolution Adjusted BRDF Algorithm (HABA). To study the infested fields separately from healthy ones and avoid mixing fields with very different spectral responses caused by field type, separation between rows, or age, we studied the evolution of each parcel separately using monthly linear regressions, considering the 2017–2018 seasons as a reference when the pest had not developed yet. …”
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