Mehran Tarif¹, Mohammadhossein Homaei^2,*, Amir Mosavi^3,4,5

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.83, No.2, pp. 1791-1820, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.063962 - 16 April 2025

Abstract Underwater Wireless Sensor Networks (UWSNs) are gaining popularity because of their potential uses in oceanography, seismic activity monitoring, environmental preservation, and underwater mapping. Yet, these networks are faced with challenges such as self-interference, long propagation delays, limited bandwidth, and changing network topologies. These challenges are coped with by designing advanced routing protocols. In this work, we present Under Water Fuzzy-Routing Protocol for Low power and Lossy networks (UWF-RPL), an enhanced fuzzy-based protocol that improves decision-making during path selection and traffic distribution over different network nodes. Our method extends RPL with the aid of fuzzy logic More >

Sheik Mohideen Shah¹, Meganathan Selvamani¹, Mahesh Thyluru Ramakrishna^2,*, Surbhi Bhatia Khan^3,4,5, Shakila Basheer⁶, Wajdan Al Malwi⁷, Mohammad Tabrez Quasim⁸

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.83, No.2, pp. 2907-2926, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.063809 - 16 April 2025

Abstract Efficient energy management is a cornerstone of advancing cognitive cities, where AI, IoT, and cloud computing seamlessly integrate to meet escalating global energy demands. Within this context, the ability to forecast electricity consumption with precision is vital, particularly in residential settings where usage patterns are highly variable and complex. This study presents an innovative approach to energy consumption forecasting using a bidirectional Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) network. Leveraging a dataset containing over two million multivariate, time-series observations collected from a single household over nearly four years, our model addresses the limitations of traditional time-series forecasting… More >

Qinghai Ou¹, Min Yang¹, Jingcai Kong¹, Yang Yang^2,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.83, No.2, pp. 2429-2447, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.062067 - 16 April 2025

Abstract The lack of communication infrastructure in remote regions presents significant obstacles to gathering data from smart power sensors (SPSs) in smart grid networks. In such cases, a space-air-ground integrated network serves as an effective emergency solution. This study addresses the challenge of optimizing the energy efficiency of data transmission from SPSs to low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites through unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), considering both effective capacity and fronthaul link capacity constraints. Due to the non-convex nature of the problem, the objective function is reformulated, and a delay-aware energy-efficient power allocation and UAV trajectory design (DEPATD)… More >

Medhat A. Tawfeek^1,*, Ibrahim Alrashdi¹, Madallah Alruwaili², Fatma M. Talaat^3,4

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.83, No.2, pp. 2773-2792, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.061773 - 16 April 2025

Abstract Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs) are one of the best technologies of the 21st century and have seen tremendous growth over the past decade. Much work has been put into its development in various aspects such as architectural attention, routing protocols, location exploration, time exploration, etc. This research aims to optimize routing protocols and address the challenges arising from conflicting objectives in WSN environments, such as balancing energy consumption, ensuring routing reliability, distributing network load, and selecting the shortest path. Many optimization techniques have shown success in achieving one or two objectives but struggle to achieve… More >

Vijaya Krishna Akula^1,*, Tan Kuan Tak², Pravin Ramdas Kshirsagar³, Shrikant Vijayrao Sonekar⁴, Gopichand Ginnela⁵

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.83, No.2, pp. 2449-2479, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.061486 - 16 April 2025

Abstract The rapid expansion of Internet of Things (IoT) networks has introduced challenges in network management, primarily in maintaining energy efficiency and robust connectivity across an increasing array of devices. This paper introduces the Adaptive Blended Marine Predators Algorithm (AB-MPA), a novel optimization technique designed to enhance Quality of Service (QoS) in IoT systems by dynamically optimizing network configurations for improved energy efficiency and stability. Our results represent significant improvements in network performance metrics such as energy consumption, throughput, and operational stability, indicating that AB-MPA effectively addresses the pressing needs of modern IoT environments. Nodes are More >

Faisal Ghazi Beshaw¹, Thamir Hassan Atyia², Mohd Fadzli Mohd Salleh¹, Mohamad Khairi Ishak³, Abdul Sattar Din^1,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.83, No.2, pp. 3553-3583, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.061400 - 16 April 2025

Abstract The significance of precise energy usage forecasts has been highlighted by the increasing need for sustainability and energy efficiency across a range of industries. In order to improve the precision and openness of energy consumption projections, this study investigates the combination of machine learning (ML) methods with Shapley additive explanations (SHAP) values. The study evaluates three distinct models: the first is a Linear Regressor, the second is a Support Vector Regressor, and the third is a Decision Tree Regressor, which was scaled up to a Random Forest Regressor/Additions made were the third one which was… More >

Elaine Yi-Ling Wu^*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.143, No.1, pp. 1185-1214, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.064636 - 11 April 2025

Abstract Hybrid renewable energy systems (HRES) offer cost-effectiveness, low-emission power solutions, and reduced dependence on fossil fuels. However, the renewable energy allocation problem remains challenging due to complex system interactions and multiple operational constraints. This study develops a novel Multi-Neighborhood Enhanced Harris Hawks Optimization (MNEHHO) algorithm to address the allocation of HRES components. The proposed approach integrates key technical parameters, including charge-discharge efficiency, storage device configurations, and renewable energy fraction. We formulate a comprehensive mathematical model that simultaneously minimizes levelized energy costs and pollutant emissions while maintaining system reliability. The MNEHHO algorithm employs multiple neighborhood structures… More >

Gökhan Şahin^1,*, Ihsan Levent², Gültekin Işık², Wilfried van Sark¹, Sabir Rustemli³

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.143, No.1, pp. 1215-1248, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.063193 - 11 April 2025

Abstract This research investigates the influence of indoor and outdoor factors on photovoltaic (PV) power generation at Utrecht University to accurately predict PV system performance by identifying critical impact factors and improving renewable energy efficiency. To predict plant efficiency, nineteen variables are analyzed, consisting of nine indoor photovoltaic panel characteristics (Open Circuit Voltage (Voc), Short Circuit Current (Isc), Maximum Power (Pmpp), Maximum Voltage (Umpp), Maximum Current (Impp), Filling Factor (FF), Parallel Resistance (Rp), Series Resistance (Rs), Module Temperature) and ten environmental factors (Air Temperature, Air Humidity, Dew Point, Air Pressure, Irradiation, Irradiation Propagation, Wind Speed, Wind… More >

Baxter L. M. Williams^1,*, Henri Croft¹, James Hunt¹, Josh Viloria¹, Nathan Sherman¹, James Oliver¹, Brody Green¹, Alexey Turchin², Juan B. García Martínez², Joshua M. Pearce^3,4, David Denkenberger^1,2,*

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.4, pp. 1265-1285, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.063276 - 31 March 2025

Abstract Following global catastrophic infrastructure loss (GCIL), traditional electricity networks would be damaged and unavailable for energy supply, necessitating alternative solutions to sustain critical services. These alternative solutions would need to run without damaged infrastructure and would likely need to be located at the point of use, such as decentralized electricity generation from wood gas. This study explores the feasibility of using modified light duty vehicles to self-sustain electricity generation by producing wood chips for wood gasification. A 2004 Ford Falcon Fairmont was modified to power a woodchipper and an electrical generator. The vehicle successfully produced… More >

Diju Gao, Shuai Li^*

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.4, pp. 1425-1442, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.062101 - 31 March 2025

Abstract To safeguard the ocean ecosystem, fuel cells are excellent candidates as the primary energy supply for marine vessels due to their high efficiency, low noise, and cleanliness. However, fuel cells in hybrid power systems are highly susceptible to load transients, which can severely damage fuel cells and shorten their lifespan. Therefore, the formulation of energy management strategies accounting for power degradation is crucial and urgent. In this study, an improved strategy for equivalent consumption minimization strategy (ECMS) considering power degradation is proposed. The improved energy control strategy effectively controls the energy distribution of hydrogen fuel… More > Graphic Abstract