Nezir Aydin^1,2,*, Melike Cari³, Betul Kara³, Ertugrul Ayyildiz^1,3

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.85, No.2, pp. 2625-2650, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.067290 - 23 September 2025

Abstract Transportation systems are rapidly transforming in response to urbanization, sustainability challenges, and advances in digital technologies. This review synthesizes the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), fuzzy logic, and multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) in transportation research. A comprehensive literature search was conducted in the Scopus database, utilizing carefully selected AI, fuzzy, and MCDM keywords. Studies were rigorously screened according to explicit inclusion and exclusion criteria, resulting in 73 eligible publications spanning 2006–2025. The review protocol included transparent data extraction on methodological approaches, application domains, and geographic distribution. Key findings highlight the prevalence of hybrid fuzzy AHP and… More >

Ikhtesham Ullah¹, Muhammad Sajjad Ali Khan², Fawad Hussain¹, Madad Khan³, Kamran^4,*, Ioan-Lucian Popa^5,6,*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.144, No.2, pp. 2123-2164, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.064832 - 31 August 2025

Abstract Multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) is essential for handling complex decision problems under uncertainty, especially in fields such as criminal justice, healthcare, and environmental management. Traditional fuzzy MCDM techniques have failed to deal with problems where uncertainty or vagueness is involved. To address this issue, we propose a novel framework that integrates group and overlap functions with Aczel-Alsina (AA) operational laws in the intuitionistic fuzzy set (IFS) environment. Overlap functions capture the degree to which two inputs share common features and are used to find how closely two values or criteria match in uncertain environments, while the… More >

Zhijun Liu^*, Jiaxin Liang

Journal of Psychology in Africa, Vol.35, No.3, pp. 361-368, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jpa.2025.068059 - 31 July 2025

Abstract We examined the relationship between social support and career adaptability, as well as the mediating roles of proactive personality and career decision-making self-efficacy in this process. A total of 1354 Chinese college students (female = 964; mean age = 19.53 years, SD = 1.33 years) completed an online questionnaire. Path analysis indicated that social support was positively associated with higher levels of career adaptability. Both proactive personality and career decision-making self-efficacy served as parallel mediators, strengthening the relationship between social support and career adaptability. The complete chain mediation analysis revealed that social support influences career More >

Shah Zeb Khan¹, Muhammad Rahim², Adel M. Widyan^3,*, A. Almutairi³, Njood Shaher Ethaar Almutire³, Hamiden Abd El-Wahed Khalifa³

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.143, No.2, pp. 2185-2211, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.063929 - 30 May 2025

Abstract This study introduces a novel distance measure (DM) for spherical fuzzy sets (SFSs) to improve decision-making in complex and uncertain environments. Many existing distance measures either fail to satisfy essential axiomatic properties or produce unintuitive outcomes. To address these limitations, we propose a new three-dimensional divergence-based DM that ensures mathematical consistency, enhances the discrimination of information, and adheres to the axiomatic framework of distance theory. Building on this foundation, we construct a multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) model that utilizes the proposed DM to evaluate and rank alternatives effectively. The applicability and robustness of the model are More >

Muhammad Sarwar^1,2,*, Rafiq Alam¹, Kamaleldin Abodayeh^2,*, Saowaluck Chasreechai^3,4, Thanin Sitthiwirattham^4,5

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.143, No.2, pp. 2213-2236, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.062139 - 30 May 2025

Abstract In this manuscript, the notion of a hesitant fuzzy soft fixed point is introduced. Using this notion and the concept of Suzuki-type ()-weak contraction for hesitant fuzzy soft set valued-mapping, some fixed point results are established in the framework of metric spaces. Based on the presented work, some examples reflecting decision-making problems related to real life are also solved. The suggested method’s flexibility and efficacy compared to conventional techniques are demonstrated in decision-making situations involving uncertainty, such as choosing the best options in multi-criteria settings. We noted that the presented work combines and generalizes two More >

Viet Tinh Nguyen, Rujira Chaysiri^*

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.2, pp. 515-536, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2024.057786 - 31 January 2025

Abstract This paper presents a novel multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) model for selecting optimal locations for a solar-wind hybrid energy plant in Vietnam. The study employs the Criteria Importance Through Intercriteria Correlation (CRITIC) and Combined Compromise Solution (CoCoSo) methods to address the challenge of evaluating potential sites based on a range of economic, technical, environmental, and social criteria. By integrating CRITIC for criteria weighting and CoCoSo for ranking alternatives, the study underscores the importance of objective, data-driven approaches in the strategic planning and implementation of sustainable energy projects. The results identify Ham Thuan Nam District in Binh More >

Tmader Alballa¹, Muhammad Ihsan², Atiqe Ur Rahman², Noorah Ayed Alsorayea³, Hamiden Abd El-Wahed Khalifa^3,*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.142, No.1, pp. 531-553, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2024.057440 - 17 December 2024

Abstract The dramatic rise in the number of people living in cities has made many environmental and social problems worse. The search for a productive method for disposing of solid waste is the most notable of these problems. Many scholars have referred to it as a fuzzy multi-attribute or multi-criteria decision-making problem using various fuzzy set-like approaches because of the inclusion of criteria and anticipated ambiguity. The goal of the current study is to use an innovative methodology to address the expected uncertainties in the problem of solid waste site selection. The characteristics (or sub-attributes) that… More >

Abdelkader Mendas^*, Abdellah Mebrek, Zohra Mekranfar

Revue Internationale de Géomatique, Vol.33, pp. 383-398, 2024, DOI:10.32604/rig.2024.055321 - 25 September 2024

Abstract The main purpose of this work is to propose a methodology that considers the multicriteria and multi-actor aspects for assessing land suitability for agriculture. This involves offering a group spatial decision-making approach. The members of a multidisciplinary team can decide on the relative importance of the criteria and the ranking of alternatives. Each member provides his judgment and contributes in a distinct and identifiable manner to find a compromise solution. Twelve criteria (easily available water reserve, cation exchange capacity, electric conductivity, potential of hydrogen (pH), drainage, permeability, active limestone, soil texture, soil useful depth, slopes,… More >

Dayong Wang^1,*, Kamalrulnizam Bin Abu Bakar¹, Babangida Isyaku²

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.80, No.2, pp. 2065-2080, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.051944 - 15 August 2024

Abstract The rapid development of Internet of Things (IoT) technology has led to a significant increase in the computational task load of Terminal Devices (TDs). TDs reduce response latency and energy consumption with the support of task-offloading in Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC). However, existing task-offloading optimization methods typically assume that MEC’s computing resources are unlimited, and there is a lack of research on the optimization of task-offloading when MEC resources are exhausted. In addition, existing solutions only decide whether to accept the offloaded task request based on the single decision result of the current time slot,… More >

Chia-Nan Wang, Thuy-Duong Thi Pham^*, Nhat-Luong Nhieu

Energy Engineering, Vol.121, No.8, pp. 2039-2064, 2024, DOI:10.32604/ee.2024.050224 - 19 July 2024

Abstract Geothermal energy is considered a renewable, environmentally friendly, especially carbon-free, sustainable energy source that can solve the problem of climate change. In general, countries with geothermal energy resources are the ones going through the ring of fire. Therefore, not every country is lucky enough to own this resource. As a country with 117 active volcanoes and within the world’s ring of fire, it is a country whose geothermal resources are estimated to be about 40% of the world’s geothermal energy potential. However, the percentage used compared to the geothermal potential is too small. Therefore, this… More >