Advances in Internet of Things (IoT) and wireless technologies are revolutionizing various sectors, including environment, education, healthcare, industry, etc. In the same dynamic, as the world population constantly evolves, solutions based on such technologies need to be proposed to improve the agricultural sector. Senegalese agriculture, primarily rain-fed and based on both cash crops and subsistence…

Cloud computing has emerged as a pivotal component of contemporary IT systems, affording organizations the agility and scalability required to meet the ever-changing demands of business. However, this technological evolution has introduced a new era of cybersecurity challenges, as attackers employ increasingly sophisticated strategies to breach cloud networks. Such breaches can have far-reaching consequences, including…

A reliable healthcare system ensures that the population has access to top-notch medical ser- vices, ultimately enhancing their overall health most efficiently. At times, data are not secured or handled appropriately. Addressing these concerns, blockchain technology is projected to bring about a substantial revolution in the medical industry by assuring the confidentiality of electronic health…

Liver cancer is a major contributor to cancer-related mortality both in the United States and worldwide. A range of liver diseases, such as chronic liver disease, liver cirrhosis, hepatitis, and liver cancer, play a role in this statistic. Hepatitis, in particular, is the main culprit behind liver cancer. As a consequence, it is decisive to…

In the context of adopting cloud Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), prospective consumers need to consider a wide array of both business and technical factors associated with the service. The development of an intelligent tool to aid in the assessment of IaaS offerings is highly desirable. However, the creation of such a tool requires a robust foundation of…

An ensemble method is a Machine Learning (ML) algorithm that aggregates the predictions of multiple estimators or models. The purpose of an ensemble module is to provide better predictive performance than any single contributing model. This can be achieved by producing a predictive model with reduced variance using bagging, and bias using boosting. The Tree-Based…

A robot development has spread widely for various purposes. It is difficult to create a control program for an autonomous mobile robot manually. Therefore, an automatic design of the control program for an autonomous mobile robot is proposed in this research. The autonomous mobile robot is created with LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3, and the control program…

In this paper, we delve into the pressing necessity for proficient battery cell balancing, an imperative in the context of the escalating adoption of renewable energy and electric vehicles. While traditional methodologies, including the passive technique, offer a straightforward and cost-effective solution, they compromise on efficiency. The active technique, though superior in efficiency, is hindered…

Designing efficient control strategies for opinion dynamics is a challenging task. Understanding how individuals change their opinions in social networks is essential to countering malicious actors and fake news and mitigating their effect on the network. In many applications such as marketing design, product launches, etc., corporations often post curated news or feeds on social…

In a challenging and increasingly technological world, it is important to promote critical thinking, multidisciplinary problem solving, and collaboration through STEAM education; however, there are important economic, administrative, and especially pedagogical manage- ment limitations for its implementation at the secondary level. Therefore, this paper presents systematic recommendations for an effective and sustainable implementation of STEAM…

Condition assessment of medium voltage assets is essential to ensure reliability and cost-effective operation of power distribution networks. This article presents a literature review of condition assessment of medium voltage assets related to a distribution system in a non-interconnected zone in Colombia, namely, power transformers, photovoltaic systems, switchgear, lines and cables, and instrument transformers. Advanced…

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are becoming increasingly popular for both civil and military applications. Unmanned aerial vehicles can be categorized into two categories: rotary-wing and fixed-wing. Due to its capacity to fly long distances and carry substantial payloads, fixed-wing UAVs are gaining popularity and are currently utilized for various tasks. However, when confronted with disturbances…

Early warning systems have had a significant impact on society by providing timely information to mitigate the effects of natural disasters. To enhance early warning capabilities, researchers are exploring the use of digital terrestrial television systems to broadcast alerts across large urban and rural areas. In this research project, the aim is to integrate the…

“Seven ReImagined” is an innovative transmedia storytelling project that reshapes the exploration of the seven deadly sins in a modern context. Building upon the original artwork “Seven”, this venture incorporates traditional media, digital tools, and the latest immersive technologies to cultivate profound user engagement and interaction. The project’s objective is to enhance understanding of timeless…

Over the past ten years, deep learning models have considerably advanced research in artificial intelligence, particularly in the segmentation of medical images. One of the key benefits of medical picture segmentation is that it allows for a more accurate analysis of anatomical data by separating only pertinent areas. Numerous studies revealed that these models could…

In this study, we conducted an experimental study and efficiency optimization of the outer rotor (hub) BLDC (brushless direct current) motor and axial BLDC motor for light electric vehicles. Both motors were investigated in the simulation environment and experimentally. The axial flux BLDC motor had a rated power of 10 KW, and a rated speed…

The exponential growth in the number of automobiles over the past few decades has created a pressing need for a robust license plate identification system that can perform effectively under various conditions. In Morocco, as in other regions, local authorities, public organizations, and private companies require a reliable License Plate Recognition (LPR) system that takes…

Over the past decade, Bitcoin’s unprecedented performance has underscored its po-sition as the premier asset class. Starting from an insignificant value and reaching an astounding high of around 65,000 U.S dollars in 2021 – all without a central con-trolling authority – Bitcoin’s trajectory is undoubtedly a historical feat. Its intangible nature, initially a subject of…

As the significance of new and renewable energy is highlighted, land-based solar power generation has seen remarkable progress. This study utilizes the Strength Reduction Method in DIANA, a numerical analysis software, to assess the stability concerning various variables, such as slope angle, water level, water depth, and changes in material properties, with a focus on…

In the field of micro-LED displays, there is strong demand for red phosphors with high photoluminescence intensity, high color purity, and small particle size. Here, we focus on Eu(III) complexes because they produce sharp photoluminescence spectra with high color purity and can be dissolved in polymer, enabling a reduction in particle size to the molecular…

In this research paper, a technical and economic-environmental study was developed to investigate the possibility of establishing various hybrid power systems with different operation modes. Grid-connected and standalone hybrid systems (solar-wind with storage batteries and diesel generators) have been realized in order to carry out a comparative analysis study of two configurations. These systems have…

In conjunction with psychological stress, physiological indicators such as heart rate (HR) and heart rate variability (HRV) are frequently employed. This study uses a substitute for heart rate variability (HRV) known as short-term pulse rate variability (PRV) to evaluate emotional changes. We examined sixteen college students using a low-cost photoplethysmograph and obtained a short-term PRV…

This paper extends the idea of creating a Quantum Machine Learning classifier and applying it to real weather data from the weather station behind the Pa Sak Jonlasit Dam. A systematic study of classical features and optimizers with different iterations of parametrized circuits is presented. The study of the weather behind the dam is based…

In this paper we present a measurement system that is able to evaluate radar algorithms for vital signs sensing applications. For such medical applications, it is crucial to develop robust and reliable algorithms that are tested in a laboratory environment. The presented measurement system generates reproducible vital sign micro movement and dynamic clutter using loudspeakers…

This paper deals with the analysis of the dynamic linkage, co-movement between COVID-19 out- break situations and German stock market. Firstly, Markov Regime Switching Analysis(MRSA) is proposed and employed to investigate the situations in the pandemic, as to catch the dynamics of how the daily number of the newly-infected changes, and also to assess the…