Novel validity indices for dynamic clustering and an Improved Dynamic Fuzzy C-Means by Ramiro Saltos, Ignacio Carvajal, Fernando Crespo, Richard Weber

“…To illustrate the application of these novel indices, we introduce an improved version of the dynamic fuzzy c-means algorithm (I-DFCM) which offers enhanced computational stability for handling dynamic data. …”
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An Accurate Book Spine Detection Network Based on Improved Oriented R-CNN by Haibo Ma, Chaobo Wang, Ang Li, Aide Xu, Dong Han

“…This allows for a more accurate computation of anchor box aspect ratios that are better aligned with the book spine dataset, enhancing the model’s training performance. We conducted comparison experiments between the proposed model and other state-of-the-art models on the book spine dataset, and the results demonstrate that the proposed approach reaches an mAP of 90.22%, which outperforms the baseline algorithm by 4.47 percentage points. …”
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Improving the Integrity of a Voting Process with Biometric Authentication and Data Encryption by Walter M. Molina, Lino R. Mac Kay, Daniel Subauste

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Tea Disease Detection Method Based on Improved YOLOv8 in Complex Background by Junchen Ai, Yadong Li, Shengxiang Gao, Rongsheng Hu, Wengang Che

“…In order to solve the problems such as mutual occlusion of leaves, light disturbance, and small lesion area under complex background, YOLO-SSM, a tea disease detection model, was proposed in this paper. The model introduces the SSPDConv convolution module in the backbone of YOLOv8 to enhance the global information perception of the model under complex backgrounds; a new ESPPFCSPC module is proposed to replace the original spatial pyramid pool SPPF module, which optimizes the multi-scale feature expression; and the MPDIoU loss function is introduced to optimize the problem that the original CIoU is insensitive to the change of target size, and the positioning ability of small targets is improved. …”
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A Judging Scheme for Large-Scale Innovative Class Competitions Based on Z-Score Pro Computational Model and BP Neural Network Model by Zhuoting Yu, Hongzhong Deng, Shuaiwen Tang

“…By optimizing the distribution of submissions across experts, our model significantly mitigates inconsistencies arising from diverse scoring tendencies. …”
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Evaluating the Efficiency of Gray Wolf Optimization and Colonial Competition Algorithm in Load Balancing of Distributed Systems by Asghar Molaei-Yeznabad, Amirhossein Dehghani

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Dual-Closed-Loop Control System for Polysilicon Reduction Furnace Power Supply Based on Hysteresis PID and Predictive Control by Shihao Li, Tiejun Zeng, Shan Jian, Guiping Cui, Ziwen Che, Genghong Lin, Zeyu Yan

“…Meanwhile, the outer loop employs a hybrid MFAC-based improved PID algorithm to optimize the temperature tracking performance, achieving precise temperature control even in the presence of system uncertainties. …”
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Framework for truck–RPAS hybrid models in last-mile delivery by Armin Mahmoodi, Leila Hashemi, Jeremy Laliberte

“…To balance operating cost, service time, regulatory risk, and energy usage, a novel multi-objective mixed-integer linear programming model is developed. High-quality Pareto-optimal solutions are produced by the non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm II, which methodically manages trade-offs between the conflicting goals. …”
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A hybrid deep learning and differential evolution approach for accurate fake news detection by Shailendra Pratap Singh, Naween Kumar, Gyanendra Kumar, Ahamed Shafeeq B.M.

“…The proposed framework integrates Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks, and attention mechanisms for robust feature extraction and classification. By leveraging DE optimization, the model fine-tunes its parameters for improved convergence and detection performance. …”
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An Improved Galerkin Framework for Solving Unsteady High-Reynolds Navier–Stokes Equations by Jinlin Tang, Qiang Ma

“…This error indicator guides an AMR algorithm that combines longest-edge bisection with local Delaunay re-triangulation, ensuring optimal mesh adaptation to complex flow features such as boundary layers and vortices. …”
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Deployment of On-Orbit Service Vehicles Using a Fuzzy Adaptive Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm by Yaxiong Li, Xinglong Sun, Xinxue Liu, Jian Wu, Qingguo Liu

“…Second, an assignment optimization model of OSVs is established based on the discrete particle swarm optimization (DPSO) algorithm, laying the foundation of the next optimization model. …”
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Safety Helmet Wearing Detection Based on Jetson Nano and Improved YOLOv5 by Zaihui Deng, Chong Yao, Qiyu Yin

“…Finally, the YOLOv5-SN network is obtained by improving the YOLOv5 model, and the optimized model is deployed on Jetson Nano for testing. …”
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Adaptive Model Predictive Control for 4WD-4WS Mobile Robot: A Multivariate Gaussian Mixture Model-Ant Colony Optimization for Robust Trajectory Tracking and Obstacle Avoidance by Hayat Ait Dahmad, Hassan Ayad, Alfonso García Cerezo, Hajar Mousannif

“…However, the MPC’s performance depends on the optimal tuning of its key parameters, a challenge addressed using the Multivariate Gaussian Mixture Model Continuous Ant Colony Optimization (MGMM-<inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><msub><mi>ACO</mi><mi>R</mi></msub></semantics></math></inline-formula>) algorithm. …”
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Predicting the Recurrence of Differentiated Thyroid Cancer Using Whale Optimization-Based XGBoost Algorithm by Keshika Shrestha, H. M. Jabed Omur Rifat, Uzzal Biswas, Jun-Jiat Tiang, Abdullah-Al Nahid

“…Both of our algorithms optimize the hyperparameters of the Extreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost) model to increase the overall performance. …”
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Application of Three Neural Network Models in the Prediction ofStratospheric Wind Field by YUAN Junjie, LUO Rubin, LIAO Jun, YANG Zechuan, WANG Ning, LI Jun

“…The simulation results show that the neural network model can be applied to the prediction of stratospheric wind field and the BP neural networks optimized by genetic algorithm and particle swarm optimization can greatly improve the prediction accuracy of BP neural network, and the forecast wind speed is following the true value in a certain period of time. …”
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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

“…Through a tuning process, the BPNN model found the optimal architecture and accurately predicted the unconfined compressive strength of cement-zeolite improved sand systems. …”
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Optimized Rate Control Algorithm of High-Efficiency Video Coding Based on Region of Interest by Renjie Song, Yuandong Zhang

“…Firstly, the algorithm extracts the region of interest of video frames based on time and space domains by using the improved Itti model. …”
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Mitosis detection in histopathological images using customized deep learning and hybrid optimization algorithms. by Afnan M Alhassan, Nouf I Altmami

“…Furthermore, we have established an innovative selection mechanism by the hybrid of Jellyfish Search Optimizer (JSO) and Walrus Optimization Algorithm (WOA) to maximize the momentum of the model. …”
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An effectiveness of machine learning models for estimate the financial cost of assistive services to disability care in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by Obaid Algahtani, Mohammed M. A. Almazah, Farouq Alshormani

“…Eventually, the modified pelican optimization algorithm (MPOA) is utilized to fine-tune the optimal hyperparameter of ensemble model parameters to achieve high predictive performance. …”
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An effective parameter estimation on thermoelectric devices for power generation based on multiverse optimization algorithm by Luis Fernando Grisales-Noreña, Vanessa Botero-Gómez, Rubén Iván Bolaños, Faustino Moreno-Gamboa, Daniel Sanin-Villa

“…The parameters were estimated by conducting experimental power measurements and comparing the results with the real ones predicted by the equations model using the root mean square error. The Multiverse Optimization Algorithm demonstrates superior performance compared to other algorithms presented in previous works for this case. …”
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