Accelerating Grover Adaptive Search: Qubit and Gate Count Reduction Strategies With Higher Order Formulations by Yuki Sano, Kosuke Mitarai, Naoki Yamamoto, Naoki Ishikawa

“…Grover adaptive search (GAS) is a quantum exhaustive search algorithm designed to solve binary optimization problems. …”
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Sustainable Self-Training Pig Detection System with Augmented Single Labeled Target Data for Solving Domain Shift Problem by Junhee Lee, Heechan Chae, Seungwook Son, Jongwoong Seo, Yooil Suh, Jonguk Lee, Yongwha Chung, Daihee Park

“…Overcoming this limitation through large-scale labeling presents considerable burdens in terms of time and cost. To address the degradation issue, this study proposes a self-training-based domain adaptation method that utilizes a single label on target (SLOT) sample from the target domain, a genetic algorithm (GA)-based data augmentation search (DAS) designed explicitly for SLOT data to optimize the augmentation parameters, and a super-low-threshold strategy to include low-confidence-scored pseudo-labels during self-training. …”
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A Multi-Objective Decision-Making Method for Optimal Scheduling Operating Points in Integrated Main-Distribution Networks with Static Security Region Constraints by Kang Xu, Zhaopeng Liu, Shuaihu Li

“…Subsequently, a scheduling optimization model is formulated to minimize both the system generation costs and the comprehensive risk, where the adaptive grid density-improved multi-objective particle swarm optimization (AG-MOPSO) algorithm is employed to efficiently generate Pareto-optimal operating point solutions. …”
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Surface Reconstruction Planning with High-Quality Satellite Stereo Pairs Searching by Jinwen Li, Guangli Ren, Youmei Pan, Jing Sun, Peng Wang, Fanjiang Xu, Zhaohui Liu

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Integrative Path Planning for Multi-Rotor Logistics UAVs Considering UAV Dynamics, Energy Efficiency, and Obstacle Avoidance by Kunpeng Wu, Juncong Lan, Shaofeng Lu, Chaoxian Wu, Bingjian Liu, Zenghao Lu

“…Since UAVs’ energy storage capacity is generally low, it is essential to reduce energy costs to improve their system’s energy efficiency. …”
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Hybrid Models for Forecasting Allocative Localization Error in Wireless Sensor Networks by Guo Li, Hongyu Sheng

“…The approach utilizes Radial Basis Function (RBF) models enhanced with advanced optimization algorithms, including Coot Optimization Algorithm (COA), Smell Agent Optimization (SAO), and Northern Goshawk Optimization (NGO) to improve ALE prediction accuracy. …”
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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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Bayesian-optimized ensemble deep learning models for demand forecasting in the volatile situations: A case study of grocery demand during Covid-19 outbreaks by Nader AL Theeb, Hazem Smadi, Naser Al-qaydeh

“…Furthermore, using BO algorithm for hyperparameters tuning improved the forecasting accuracy. …”
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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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A state-of-the-art novel approach to predict potato crop coefficient (Kc) by integrating advanced machine learning tools by Saad Javed Cheema, Masoud Karbasi, Gurjit S. Randhawa, Suqi Liu, Travis J. Esau, Kuljeet Singh Grewal, Farhat Abbas, Qamar Uz Zaman, Aitazaz A. Farooque

“…A machine learning approach using XGBoost, optimized with the Chaos Game algorithm (CGO-XGBoost), was employed to predict Kc. …”
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PARAMETRIC SYNTHESIS OF MODELS FOR MULTICRITERIAL ESTIMATION OF TECHNOLOGICAL SYSTEMS by Vladimir Beskorovainyi

“…The experimental study of the method confirms the increase in the efficiency of the procedures of parametric synthesis of models built on its basis in comparison with the method of group accounting of arguments on the basis of genetic algorithms. Practical application of the results obtained in the support systems for making multicriteria design and management decisions will improve their accuracy and, on this basis, increase the functional and cost efficiency of modern TS.…”
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Classification of Paddy Rice Planting Area Through Feature Selection Method Using Sentinel-1/2 Time Series Images by Shiyu Zhang, Pengao Li, Yong Xie, Wen Shao, Xueru Tian

“…Therefore, this study took Liyang City as the study area, reconstructed Sentinel-2 cloud-free time series optical images, and extracted spectral features, vegetation indexes, and other features, in combination with the polarization features of the Sentinel-1 time series radar images. The optimal feature subset was selected through the feature selection method, and machine learning algorithms were optimized for paddy rice planting area classification. …”
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A carbon aware ant colony system for the sustainable generalized traveling salesman problem by Marina Lin, Laura P. Schaposnik

“…Our algorithm’s unique bi-objective optimization represents a significant advancement in sustainable transportation solutions strategically balancing cost and carbon emissions to reduce energy consumption and promote environmental responsibility.…”
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Accelerated Reconstruction of Scenes Using CUDA-Based Parallel Computing by Gui Zou, Jin Jiang, Qi Chen

“…Since the drone needs to use an embedded onboard computer and stereo matching algorithms require massive computing resources, this paper studies the optimization of CUDA-based stereo matching algorithms on embedded devices to improve the reconstruction effect of scenes and achieve rapid reconstruction, thereby reducing time costs, and enhancing drone efficiency.…”
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Deep Reinforcement Learning-Based Distribution Network Planning Method Considering Renewable Energy by Liang Ma, Chenyi Si, Ke Wang, Jinshan Luo, Shigong Jiang, Yi Song

“…Traditional heuristic algorithms are limited in scalability and struggle to address the increasingly complex optimization problems of DNP. …”
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A novel network-level fused deep learning architecture with shallow neural network classifier for gastrointestinal cancer classification from wireless capsule endoscopy images by Muhammad Attique Khan, Usama Shafiq, Ameer Hamza, Anwar M. Mirza, Jamel Baili, Dina Abdulaziz AlHammadi, Hee-Chan Cho, Byoungchol Chang

“…Two novel architectures, Sparse Convolutional DenseNet201 with Self-Attention (SC-DSAN) and CNN-GRU, are fused at the network level using a depth concatenation layer, avoiding the computational costs of feature-level fusion. Bayesian Optimization (BO) is employed for dynamic hyperparameter tuning, and an Entropy-controlled Marine Predators Algorithm (EMPA) selects optimal features. …”
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Yield Diagnosis and Tuning for Emerging Semiconductors During Research Stage by Chunshan Wang, Zizhao Ma, Yuxuan Zhu, Chensheng Jin, Dongyu Chen, Chuxin Zhang, Yining Chen, Wenzhong Bao, Yufeng Xie

“…The process of taking a new semiconductor device from the lab to the factory involves a lot of time, funds and manpower, a large portion of which is spent on device yield improvement. In recent years new methods have been tried to rapidly improve yields and using machine learning (ML) algorithms is one option. …”
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Optimal Power Flow for High Spatial and Temporal Resolution Power Systems with High Renewable Energy Penetration Using Multi-Agent Deep Reinforcement Learning by Liangcai Zhou, Long Huo, Linlin Liu, Hao Xu, Rui Chen, Xin Chen

“…A heterogeneous multi-agent proximal policy optimization (H-MAPPO) DRL algorithm is introduced for multi-area power systems. …”
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Chamber shape optimization for ultra-high-pressure water-jet nozzle based on computational fluid dynamics method and a data-driven surrogate model by Wen-Tao Zhao, Zheng-Shou Chen, Yuan-Jie Chen, Jiang-Long Li

“…Firstly, to ensure optimization accuracy, an improved whale optimization algorithm (IWOA) was developed. …”
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Leveraging RRT^*: Probabilistically Interpreted Mechanisms Enhanced With P-HOPE and FLEX-OPT for Complex Path Planning by Yujie Miao, Haiyang Liu, Ziqiang Zhang, Yanju Liang

“…Second, a flexible mechanism FLEX-OPT is developed to adaptively and dynamically adjust the search strategy through real-time feedback and monitoring of the cost function to tackle the above-mentioned local minima problem, which significantly improves the convergence speed and path quality of the algorithm. …”
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