Deep Reinforcement Learning Assisted UAV Path Planning Relying on Cumulative Reward Mode and Region Segmentation by Zhipeng Wang, Soon Xin Ng, Mohammed EI-Hajjar

“…The proposed region segmentation algorithm and cumulative reward model have been tested in different DRL techniques, where we show that the cumulative reward model can improve the training efficiency of deep neural networks by 30.8% and the region segmentation algorithm enables deep Q-network agent to avoid 99% of local optimal traps and assists deep deterministic policy gradient agent to avoid 92% of local optimal traps.…”
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Application of collaborative innovation between the logical brain and the associative brain in oil and gas gathering and transportation systems by Jing GONG, Siheng SHEN, Daqian LIU, Qi KANG, Shangfei SONG, Haihao WU, Bohui SHI

“…Traditional simplified analytical methods struggle to cope with dynamic uncertainties, while existing data-driven algorithms are confronted with the dual challenges of lacking interpretability and insufficient robustness. …”
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Revolutionizing Supply Chain Management With AI: A Path to Efficiency and Sustainability by Kassem Danach, Ali El Dirani, Hassan Rkein

“…Through an in-depth analysis of various AI techniques—such as machine learning, predictive analytics, and optimization algorithms—this study offers novel insights into their applicability in solving complex supply chain problems like demand forecasting, inventory management, and logistics optimization. …”
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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

“…Furthermore, PSO offers computational efficiency advantages over Firefly and Ant Colony Optimization, reducing hyperparameter tuning time while improving ensemble performance. …”
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MultS-ORB: Multistage Oriented FAST and Rotated BRIEF by Shaojie Zhang, Yinghui Wang, Jiaxing Ma, Jinlong Yang, Liangyi Huang, Xiaojuan Ning

“…The proposed method preserves all the advantages of the traditional ORB algorithm while significantly improving feature matching accuracy under illumination-induced blurring. …”
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An adaptive continuous threshold wavelet denoising method for LiDAR echo signal by Dezhi Zheng, Tianchi Qu, Chun Hu, Shijia Lu, Zhongxiang Li, Guanyu Yang, Xiaojun Yang

“…The adaptive threshold is dynamically adjusted according to the wavelet decomposition level, and the continuous threshold function ensures continuity with lower constant error, thus optimizing the denoising process. Simulation results show that the proposed algorithm has excellent performance in improving SNR and reducing root mean square error (RMSE) compared with other algorithms. …”
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Optimasi Algoritma Naive Bayes dengan Diskritisasi K-Means pada Diagnosis Penyakit Jantung by Nafa Fajriati, Budi Prasetiyo

“…This shows that K-means discretization plays a role in optimizing the performance of the Naïve Bayes algorithm to produce better accuracy. …”
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MAB-RSP: Data pricing based on Stackelberg game in MCS by Yongjiao Sun, Xueyan Ma, Anrui Han

“…Experiments demonstrate that the algorithm improves revenue while ensuring balanced benefits for all participants.…”
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On the Choice of System Strength Metrics for the Allocation and Sizing of Synchronous Condensers in Power Grids by Shereefdeen Oladapo Sanni, Olatunji Obalowu Mohammed, Suprava Chakraborty, Ayodele Isqeel Abdullateef, Abdulrahaman Okino Otuoze, Olumoroti Ikotun, Ephraim Bonah Agyekum

“…Applying a genetic algorithm (GA) to the Nigerian power grid as a case study, the SCR-based approach identified two critical points of interconnection (PoIs) requiring 68 MVA of SC capacity, while the NRSCR-based method identified four PoIs, requiring a total of 674 MVA. …”
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Novel method for robust bilateral filtering point cloud denoising by Huan Yang, Wei Wang, Yue Wang, Peng Wang

“…To assess and compare the performance of this algorithm with related ones, the mean square angular error (MSAE) and angular error distribution (AE) were employed to evaluate the accuracy of normal estimation, while the mean square error (MSE) and signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) were employed to assess the denoising performance. …”
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Research on secure transport strategy of mobile edge computing based on deep reinforcement learning by WANG Yijun, LI Jiaxin, YAN Zhiying, LYU Jingying, QIAN Zhihong

“…Firstly, the mobile edge computing system based on unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) was studied, which was composed of<italic> I</italic> user devices, <italic>M</italic> legal UAV (L-UAV) and <italic>N</italic> eavesdropping UAV (E-UAV). Secondly, while ensuring the unloading of L-UAV within a specified period, the multi-agent depth deterministic policy gradient (Attention-MADDPG) algorithm with the addition of attention mechanism was adopted to solve and optimize the problem with the aim of maximizing the safety unloading efficiency of the communication system. …”
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A distributed energy-efficient opportunistic routing accompanied by timeslot allocation in wireless sensor networks by Man Gun Ri, Ye Song Han, Jin Pak

“…In our new algorithm, clustering and routing tree construction is performed while introducing the optimal relay transmission distance achieved by using opportunistic routing principle, and at the same time, interference-free wake up time is scheduled, which may optimize energy consumption and decrease the number of various control messages as possible to prolong the network lifetime. …”
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Online variational Gaussian process for time series data by Weidong Wang, Mian Muhammad Yasir Khalil, Leta Yobsan Bayisa

“…Unlike traditional methods that rely on a fixed number of inducing points, OLVGP adaptively adjusts the number of inducing points as new data arrives and optimizes them from the model, ensuring that the model remains computationally efficient while maintaining high predictive accuracy. …”
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Parallel boosting neural network with mutual information for day-ahead solar irradiance forecasting by Ubaid Ahmed, Anzar Mahmood, Ahsan Raza Khan, Levin Kuhlmann, Khurram Saleem Alimgeer, Sohail Razzaq, Imran Aziz, Amin Hammad

“…However, DL models often demand substantial computational resources and large datasets, while DT algorithms lack generalizability. To address these limitations, this study proposes a novel parallel boosting neural network (PBNN) framework that integrates boosting algorithms with a feedforward neural network (FFNN). …”
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Enhanced prediction of ventilator-associated pneumonia in patients with traumatic brain injury using advanced machine learning techniques by Negin Ashrafi, Armin Abdollahi, Kamiar Alaei, Maryam Pishgar

“…XGBoost emerged as the top performing algorithm, achieving an AUC of 0.94 and an accuracy of 0.875 on the test set, marking substantial improvements over previously reported best results. …”
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Validation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease recording in the Clinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD-GOLD) by John R Hurst, Jennifer K Quint, Hana Müllerova, Liam Smeeth, Harriet Forbes, Susan Eaton, Rachael L DiSantostefano, Kourtney Davis

“…Objectives The optimal method of identifying people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) from electronic primary care records is not known. …”
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FCB-YOLOv8s-Seg: A Malignant Weed Instance Segmentation Model for Targeted Spraying in Soybean Fields by Zishang Yang, Lele Wang, Chenxu Li, He Li

“…To address these challenges, this study proposes an improved weed instance segmentation model based on YOLOv8s-Seg, named FCB-YOLOv8s-Seg, for targeted spraying operations in soybean fields. …”
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Pengembangan Deep Learning untuk Sistem Deteksi Dini Komplikasi Kaki Diabetik Menggunakan Citra Termogram by Medycha Emhandyksa, Indah Soesanti, Rina Susilowati

“…In this study, four deep convolutional neural network models were designed with Occam's razor principle through hyperparameter settings on the algorithm structure aspect in the form of number of layers and optimization aspect in the form of optimizer type. …”
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Techno-economic modeling and analysis of a PV EV charged with battery energy storage system (BESS) on Kalimantan Island by Aripriharta, Satria Adiguna, Arif N. Afandi, Muhammad Cahyo Bagaskoro

“…Results show Tarakan as the most optimal location, generating 215,804.88 kWh for IDR 916.9/kWh and lowering emissions by 435,884.29 kgCO2e, while Samarinda is the least optimal location. …”
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Enhanced Detection of Intrusion Detection System in Cloud Networks Using Time-Aware and Deep Learning Techniques by Nima Terawi, Huthaifa I. Ashqar, Omar Darwish, Anas Alsobeh, Plamen Zahariev, Yahya Tashtoush

“…In contrast, Deep Neural Network (DNN) models showed significant improvements with optimization, with DNN combined with GS (DNN-GS) reaching 89% accuracy. …”
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