Hanen Yaakoubi¹, Hegazy Rezk², Mujahed Al-Dhaifallah^3,4,*, Joseph Haggège¹

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.75, No.2, pp. 3657-3675, 2023, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2023.034929

Abstract The present paper aims at validating a Model Predictive Control (MPC), based on the Mixed Logical Dynamical (MLD) model, for Hybrid Dynamic Systems (HDSs) that explicitly involve continuous dynamics and discrete events. The proposed benchmark system is a three-tank process, which is a typical case study of HDSs. The MLD-MPC controller is applied to the level control of the considered tank system. The study is initially focused on the MLD approach that allows consideration of the interacting continuous dynamics with discrete events and includes the operating constraints. This feature of MLD modeling is very advantageous when an MPC controller synthesis… More >

Dalwinder Singh¹, Deepak Prashar¹, Jimmy Singla¹, Arfat Ahmad Khan², Mohammed Al-Sarem^3,4,*, Neesrin Ali Kurdi³

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.73, No.3, pp. 6047-6068, 2022, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2022.031255

Abstract The hepatitis B virus is the most deadly virus, which significantly affects the human liver. The termination of the hepatitis B virus is mandatory and can be done by taking precautions as well as a suitable cure in its introductory stage; otherwise, it will become a severe problem and make a human liver suffer from the most dangerous diseases, such as liver cancer. In this paper, two medical diagnostic systems are developed for the diagnosis of this life-threatening virus. The methodologies used to develop these models are fuzzy logic and the neuro-fuzzy technique. The diverse parameters that assist in the… More >

M. Vanitha^1,*, C. T. Kalaivani¹, J. Kirubakaran², R. Praveena²

Intelligent Automation & Soft Computing, Vol.34, No.3, pp. 1617-1627, 2022, DOI:10.32604/iasc.2022.026154

Abstract Hybrid networks are a rising innovation for maximizing wireless network coverage without any extra need for resources. This research paper focuses on effective channel allocation for Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) and cellular networks. As a novel work in this area, the Beyond Access Point Coverage (BAPC) has been presented for adequately installing cellular networks on the unlicensed Wi-Fi spectrum. Networks can straightforwardly exploit Wi-Fi distributed coordination. Our BAPC commits and permits a combat-free period to cellular network subscribers and customary Wi-Fi subscribers to encourage concurrence. This research focuses on the maximization of combined subscriber affiliation and frequency channel distribution to improve… More >

Rong Huang¹, Xiaojuan Lu^2,*, Zeping Liang², Pengfei Gao¹, Tian Liang¹

Energy Engineering, Vol.119, No.4, pp. 1711-1728, 2022, DOI:10.32604/ee.2022.019128

Abstract At present, solar thermal power generation is in the demonstration stage, and the large-scale production is affected by many factors. In view of the characteristics of different operating modes of photothermal power generation, it is analyzed that the turbine needs to be started and stopped frequently due to different operating modes, which will lead to the instability of the output energy and the reduction of power generation efficiency. In this paper, the dynamic equation of energy conversion process is established by using the law of conservation of energy and conservation of mass. Combined with the logic switching criterion of the… More > Graphic Abstract

Soban Arshad¹, Khalid Iqbal^1,*, Sheneela Naz², Sadaf Yasmin¹, Zobia Rehman²

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.72, No.3, pp. 4283-4301, 2022, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2022.025442

Abstract Telecom industry relies on churn prediction models to retain their customers. These prediction models help in precise and right time recognition of future switching by a group of customers to other service providers. Retention not only contributes to the profit of an organization, but it is also important for upholding a position in the competitive market. In the past, numerous churn prediction models have been proposed, but the current models have a number of flaws that prevent them from being used in real-world large-scale telecom datasets. These schemes, fail to incorporate frequently changing requirements. Data sparsity, noisy data, and the… More >

Ivan Izonin^1,*, Roman Tkachenko¹, Michal Gregus², Zoia Duriagina^1,3, Nataliya Shakhovska¹

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.71, No.3, pp. 5933-5947, 2022, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2022.022582

Abstract The advent of additive technologies has provided a significant breakthrough in the production of medical implants. It has reduced costs, increased productivity and accuracy of the implant manufacturing process. However, there are problems associated with assessing defects in the microstructure, mechanical and technological properties of alloys, both during their production by powder metallurgy and in the process of 3D printing. Thus traditional research methods of alloys properties demand considerable human, material, and time resources. At the same time, artificial intelligence tools create opportunities for intelligent evaluation of the conformity for the microstructure, phase composition, and properties of titanium powder’s alloys.… More >

Mustafa Kamal^*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.130, No.3, pp. 1239-1269, 2022, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2022.017532

Abstract In general, simple subsystems like series or parallel are integrated to produce a complex hybrid system. The reliability of a system is determined by the reliability of its constituent components. It is often extremely difficult or impossible to get specific information about the component that caused the system to fail. Unknown failure causes are instances in which the actual cause of system failure is unknown. On the other side, thanks to current advanced technology based on computers, automation, and simulation, products have become incredibly dependable and trustworthy, and as a result, obtaining failure data for testing such exceptionally reliable items… More >

Bachir Melzi¹, Nesrine Kefif², Mamdouh El Haj Assad^3,*, Haleh Delnava⁴, Abdulkadir Hamid⁵

Energy Engineering, Vol.118, No.6, pp. 1767-1781, 2021, DOI:10.32604/EE.2021.017270

Abstract This work presents a hybrid power system consisting of photovoltaic and solid oxide fuel cell (PV-SOFC) for electricity production and hydrogen production. The simulation of this hybrid system is adjusted for Bou-Zedjar city in north Algeria. Homer software was used for this simulation to calculate the power output and the total net present cost. The method used depends on the annual average monthly values of clearness index and radiation for which the energy contributions are determined for each component of PV/SOFC hybrid system. The economic study is more important criterion in the proposed hybrid system, and the results show that… More >

Xin Xu^*, Lian Zhang^*

Energy Engineering, Vol.118, No.6, pp. 1905-1920, 2021, DOI:10.32604/EE.2021.016738

Abstract This paper briefly summarizes the current status of typical solar thermal power plant system, including system composition, thermal energy storage medium and performance. The thermo-physical properties of the storage medium are some of the most important factors that affect overall efficiency of the system, because some renewable energy sources such as solar and wind are unpredictable. A thermal storage system is therefore necessary to store energy for continuous usage. Based on the form of storage or the mode of system connection, heat exchangers of a thermal storage system can produce different temperature ranges of heat transfer fluid to realize energy… More >

Wei Shi¹, Shusheng Xiong^1,*, Wei Li², Bohao Zhang³

Energy Engineering, Vol.118, No.3, pp. 643-654, 2021, DOI:10.32604/EE.2021.014643

Abstract 48 V lithium battery micro hybrid system is the most fuel economy vehicle which can be mass produced at present. However, with the irreversible internal resistance increase of the key component 48 V lithium battery, and the capacity continues to decline, the system performance deteriorate. Worst case could be the system not functional in the middle and later age of vehicle life cycle. This paper studies the feasibility of using 48 V super capacitor as the replacement to 48 V lithium battery, and uses a 12 V module of 48 V super capacitor as the traditional 12 V power supply,… More >