Pub Date : 2026-03-01Epub Date: 2026-02-27DOI: 10.1016/j.aej.2026.02.014
Mingfei Zeng, Hushuang Zeng
In this study, we address the evolving cybersecurity threats facing modern power grids. Existing approaches often rely on discrete label–based classification and single-modality analysis, which fail to capture the continuous nature of threat intensity and the heterogeneity of power grid data. To overcome these limitations, we propose PGTSAGA (Power Grid Transformer for Security Situational Awareness and Adaptive Grayscale Assessment), a novel Transformer-based framework for multimodal power grid security analysis. PGTSAGA integrates SCADA measurements, PMU synchrophasor data, and network traffic data through a Trimodal Cross-Attention Mechanism, enabling effective multimodal feature fusion. A Hierarchical Transformer Architecture extracts threat features across multiple temporal and relational scales, from local anomalies to global grid conditions. Furthermore, a Continuous Threat Evaluator based on variational inference models threat intensity as a probability distribution, capturing uncertainty in noisy data. Complementing this, an Adaptive Grayscale Classification method grounded in fuzzy set theory dynamically maps threat levels into a continuous grayscale space, reducing errors caused by hard discrete classification. Experiments on real-world datasets demonstrate that, compared with Crossformer, PGTSAGA achieves a 5.4 % relative improvement in Accuracy, approximately 6 % increases in Precision, Recall, and F1, a 4.12 % increase in AUC, and a 40.74 % relative reduction in the false alarm rate.
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Pub Date : 2026-02-01Epub Date: 2026-01-31DOI: 10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.036
Khaled A. Hafez , Ahmed T. Ahmed , Mohamed M. Helal
This research evaluates the computational resource requirements for CFD simulation parameters in predicting ship resistance, using the Volume of Fluid (VOF) method with the ISIS-CFD solver on a scaled 57,000-ton deadweight (DWT), single-screw bulk carrier, Oceanbeauty. The paper explores the effects of various simulation parameters such as the non-dimensional distance to the wall of the nearest cell center (y+), near wall treatment, turbulence model, time step (), and discretization scheme, across a velocity range () from to and a corresponding Froude number range () from to . The study employs an unstructured hexahedral grid, coupled with Wall Function (WF) and Wall Resolved (WR) approaches, and conducts a grid independence analysis to assess numerical uncertainty of the CFD simulations, validating hull resistance predictions against EFD data and ensuring compliance with relevant International Towing Tank Conference (ITTC) guidelines. The key findings highlight the significant influence of turbulence model choice and near-wall treatment (WF or WR) on prediction accuracy, underscoring the importance of an integrated approach to simulation requirements, flow characteristics, accuracy standards, and computational resources for reliable numerical results. Finally, based on Oceanbeauty’s CFD resistance prediction, the generalization of the results to diverse hull forms, with different design parameters, is presented and discussed.
{"title":"The influence of simulation parameters on bulk carrier resistance: A comparative analysis of computational and experimental fluid dynamics (CFD/EFD)","authors":"Khaled A. Hafez , Ahmed T. Ahmed , Mohamed M. Helal","doi":"10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.036","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.036","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This research evaluates the computational resource requirements for CFD simulation parameters in predicting ship resistance, using the <strong><u>V</u></strong>olume <strong><u>o</u></strong>f <strong><u>F</u></strong>luid (VOF) method with the ISIS-CFD solver on a scaled 57,000-ton deadweight (DWT), single-screw bulk carrier, Oceanbeauty. The paper explores the effects of various simulation parameters such as the non-dimensional distance to the wall of the nearest cell center (y<sup>+</sup>), near wall treatment, turbulence model, time step (<span><math><mrow><mi>Δ</mi><mi>t</mi></mrow></math></span>), and discretization scheme, across a velocity range (<span><math><msub><mrow><mi>V</mi></mrow><mrow><mi>m</mi></mrow></msub></math></span>) from <span><math><mn>1.018</mn></math></span> to <span><math><mrow><mn>1.503</mn><mspace></mspace><mrow><mrow><mi>m</mi></mrow><mo>/</mo><mrow><mi>s</mi></mrow></mrow></mrow></math></span> and a corresponding Froude number range (<span><math><msub><mrow><mi>F</mi></mrow><mrow><mi>n</mi></mrow></msub></math></span>) from <span><math><mn>0.126</mn></math></span> to <span><math><mn>0.186</mn></math></span>. The study employs an unstructured hexahedral grid, coupled with <strong><u>W</u></strong>all <strong><u>F</u></strong>unction (WF) and <strong><u>W</u></strong>all <strong><u>R</u></strong>esolved (WR) approaches, and conducts a grid independence analysis to assess numerical uncertainty of the CFD simulations, validating hull resistance predictions against EFD data and ensuring compliance with relevant International Towing Tank Conference (ITTC) guidelines. The key findings highlight the significant influence of turbulence model choice and near-wall treatment (WF or WR) on prediction accuracy, underscoring the importance of an integrated approach to simulation requirements, flow characteristics, accuracy standards, and computational resources for reliable numerical results. Finally, based on Oceanbeauty’s CFD resistance prediction, the generalization of the results to diverse hull forms, with different design parameters, is presented and discussed.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7484,"journal":{"name":"alexandria engineering journal","volume":"138 ","pages":"Pages 1-20"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146076697","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2026-02-01Epub Date: 2026-02-09DOI: 10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.040
Zhengqiang WANG , Yumeng SUN , Siyu QING , Yongjun XU , Chengyu WU
To enhance the security of communication systems, we propose a resource allocation algorithm for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)-assisted non-orthogonal multiple access (NOMA) networks utilizing a reconfigurable intelligent surface (RIS), aiming to maximize the minimum secure rate. The algorithm considers constraints on UAV maximum transmit power, RIS phase shifts, successive interference cancellation (SIC) decoding order, and security outage probability. By leveraging statistical channel state information (CSI) from eavesdropping channels, we formulate a joint optimization model for UAV transmit power, RIS phase shifts, and SIC decoding order. We obtain a precise formula for the security outage probability and convert probabilistic constraints into deterministic constraints. Subsequently, we propose an iterative algorithm based on block coordinate descent, transforming the problem into a convex optimization framework using techniques such as variable substitution, penalty functions, and successive convex approximation for an efficient solution. Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed algorithm significantly enhances the minimum secure rate. Specifically, it achieves performance improvements of 10.3 %, 64.9 %, and 99.5 % over the NOMA without RIS scheme, the OMA with RIS scheme, and the OMA without RIS scheme, respectively. This approach represents a significant advancement in ensuring robust and secure communication in UAV-assisted NOMA networks with RIS integration.
{"title":"Security resource allocation algorithm for RIS assisted NOMA-UAV networks with statistical CSI of eavesdropper","authors":"Zhengqiang WANG , Yumeng SUN , Siyu QING , Yongjun XU , Chengyu WU","doi":"10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.040","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.040","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>To enhance the security of communication systems, we propose a resource allocation algorithm for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)-assisted non-orthogonal multiple access (NOMA) networks utilizing a reconfigurable intelligent surface (RIS), aiming to maximize the minimum secure rate. The algorithm considers constraints on UAV maximum transmit power, RIS phase shifts, successive interference cancellation (SIC) decoding order, and security outage probability. By leveraging statistical channel state information (CSI) from eavesdropping channels, we formulate a joint optimization model for UAV transmit power, RIS phase shifts, and SIC decoding order. We obtain a precise formula for the security outage probability and convert probabilistic constraints into deterministic constraints. Subsequently, we propose an iterative algorithm based on block coordinate descent, transforming the problem into a convex optimization framework using techniques such as variable substitution, penalty functions, and successive convex approximation for an efficient solution. Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed algorithm significantly enhances the minimum secure rate. Specifically, it achieves performance improvements of 10.3 %, 64.9 %, and 99.5 % over the NOMA without RIS scheme, the OMA with RIS scheme, and the OMA without RIS scheme, respectively. This approach represents a significant advancement in ensuring robust and secure communication in UAV-assisted NOMA networks with RIS integration.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7484,"journal":{"name":"alexandria engineering journal","volume":"138 ","pages":"Pages 141-151"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146186277","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2026-02-01Epub Date: 2026-01-19DOI: 10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.021
Abdullah Al Mahfazur Rahman , Mohamad A. Alawad , Md. Moniruzzaman , Yazeed Alkhrijah , Badariah Bais , Abdulmajeed M. Alenezi , Mohammad Tariqul Islam
This paper presents a rotationally symmetric metamaterial (MTM) designed for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding and blood dielectric sensing applications. The geometry of the MTM unit cell ( ) is optimized through CST simulation. The array of unit cells ensures the S21 resonance at 5.961 GHz, with a broader bandwidth of 4.28 GHz (71.80 %) spanning from 3.75 to 8.03 GHz for the optimized dimensions of various segments of the rotationally symmetric unit cell. Utilizing field distribution, surface current, and effective parameter responses, the resonance phenomena are analyzed. The array structure of the MTM achieves a peak shielding effectiveness of 39.78 dB within the C-band while maintaining angular stability. Additionally, it performs nonlinear sensing responses, establishing a high-frequency deviation ranging from 4.037 to 4.230 GHz and demonstrating a high sensitivity of 4.44 %, which enables it to detect variations in blood dielectric properties. For sensing analysis, samples are replicated in a laboratory to accurately imitate blood dielectric properties. The performance of the designed MTM is validated by prototype measurements, which align well with the simulations. The findings confirm the design's effectiveness for EMI shielding in microwave communication and its potential for blood dielectric sensing in biomedical applications.
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Pub Date : 2026-02-01Epub Date: 2026-02-03DOI: 10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.051
Sammer Sami Abdulkareem, Mohammad-Reza Feizi-Derakhshi
Scientific document summarization presents unique challenges due to domain-specific terminology, long-form discourse, and high compression demands. We propose a novel hybrid summarization model that combines deep clustering-based extractive scoring with an attention-guided abstractive generator. Sentence embeddings are clustered to capture semantic structure, and their importance is estimated via an MLP-based scoring system augmented with cluster-level weighting. These representations are then passed to a cross-attention-driven transformer-based decoder, enabling contextualized summary generation. Evaluated on ArXiv and PubMed datasets, our model surpasses BART, PEGASUS, and T5 in both ROUGE and BLEU metrics. Ablation studies confirm the critical role of clustering, scoring, and fusion components. Our approach bridges extractive precision and abstractive richness, demonstrating promising applicability in assisting researchers with scientific information overload.
{"title":"Hybrid extractive–abstractive summarization of scientific texts via deep clustering and attention mechanism","authors":"Sammer Sami Abdulkareem, Mohammad-Reza Feizi-Derakhshi","doi":"10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.051","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.051","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Scientific document summarization presents unique challenges due to domain-specific terminology, long-form discourse, and high compression demands. We propose a novel hybrid summarization model that combines deep clustering-based extractive scoring with an attention-guided abstractive generator. Sentence embeddings are clustered to capture semantic structure, and their importance is estimated via an MLP-based scoring system augmented with cluster-level weighting. These representations are then passed to a cross-attention-driven transformer-based decoder, enabling contextualized summary generation. Evaluated on ArXiv and PubMed datasets, our model surpasses BART, PEGASUS, and T5 in both ROUGE and BLEU metrics. Ablation studies confirm the critical role of clustering, scoring, and fusion components. Our approach bridges extractive precision and abstractive richness, demonstrating promising applicability in assisting researchers with scientific information overload.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7484,"journal":{"name":"alexandria engineering journal","volume":"138 ","pages":"Pages 21-35"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146186313","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2026-02-01Epub Date: 2026-01-21DOI: 10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.012
Hosam Salah El Samaty , Noorh Albadi
Addressing the policy-to-practice gap in AI-supported architectural education, this study examines a structured “AI Mentoring Method” in alignment with King Abdulaziz University’s AI policy framework. Implemented in a senior undergraduate architectural research course across two consecutive semesters under different instructors, the method is organized into three stages: design, application, and evaluation, and systematically integrated across five course chapters. Generative AI tools were embedded through instructor-mediated tasks grounded in guided inquiry, scaffolding, and reflective practice. The study adopts an explanatory case study approach combining student satisfaction surveys, longitudinal quantitative assessment of Intended Learning Outcomes, and qualitative evidence from student work samples. Survey data were analyzed descriptively, while learning outcomes were compared across three semesters (pre-implementation and post-implementation under two instructors). Results indicate improved AI literacy, sustained learning gains, and strengthened value-based outcomes related to ethical awareness and academic responsibility. Variations between cohorts highlight the critical role of the instructor in shaping AI-supported learning, despite applying the same methodological framework. The study contributes a pedagogically grounded and policy-aligned model for responsible AI integration. While limited by a single-course context, the findings suggest that the AI Mentoring Method offers a transferable framework for structured, instructor-led AI adoption in design and research-based curricula.
{"title":"From policy frameworks to AI mentoring practice: A structured approach to responsible innovation in architectural education","authors":"Hosam Salah El Samaty , Noorh Albadi","doi":"10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.012","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.012","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Addressing the policy-to-practice gap in AI-supported architectural education, this study examines a structured “AI Mentoring Method” in alignment with King Abdulaziz University’s AI policy framework. Implemented in a senior undergraduate architectural research course across two consecutive semesters under different instructors, the method is organized into three stages: design, application, and evaluation, and systematically integrated across five course chapters. Generative AI tools were embedded through instructor-mediated tasks grounded in guided inquiry, scaffolding, and reflective practice. The study adopts an explanatory case study approach combining student satisfaction surveys, longitudinal quantitative assessment of Intended Learning Outcomes, and qualitative evidence from student work samples. Survey data were analyzed descriptively, while learning outcomes were compared across three semesters (pre-implementation and post-implementation under two instructors). Results indicate improved AI literacy, sustained learning gains, and strengthened value-based outcomes related to ethical awareness and academic responsibility. Variations between cohorts highlight the critical role of the instructor in shaping AI-supported learning, despite applying the same methodological framework. The study contributes a pedagogically grounded and policy-aligned model for responsible AI integration. While limited by a single-course context, the findings suggest that the AI Mentoring Method offers a transferable framework for structured, instructor-led AI adoption in design and research-based curricula.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7484,"journal":{"name":"alexandria engineering journal","volume":"137 ","pages":"Pages 206-217"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146036718","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2026-02-01Epub Date: 2026-01-23DOI: 10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.018
Amal S. Hassan , Tmader Alballa , Etaf Alshawarbeh , Rehab Alsultan , Said G. Nassr , Rokaya Elmorsy Mohamed
Entropy, a key concept in information theory, measures the degree of unpredictability or uncertainty present in a random variable or system. It plays a vital role across various disciplines, including communication theory, thermodynamics, and statistical mechanics. On the other hand, Ranked Set Sampling (RSS) provides an effective approach to mitigating the challenges associated with costly or complex measurement procedures. Given the wide-ranging applications of the inverted exponentiated Pareto distribution, this study investigates the estimation of its parameters and various entropy measures, encompassing Havrda and Charvát, Tsallis, Rényi, and Arimoto. We examine the performance of these estimators under both RSS and simple random sampling (SRS) frameworks.To tackle this task, seven classical estimation techniques are employed: maximum product spacing, least squares, Kolmogorov, Anderson-Darling, weighted least squares, maximum likelihood, and Cramér-von Mises. Using an equal number of measured units, simulation studies evaluates the performance of estimators derived from SRS and RSS, considering both perfect and imperfect ranking scenarios. Three evaluation criteria are adopted for comparison: relative efficiency, mean squared error, and absolute bias. In assessing the estimated quality of RSS and SRS, the Kolmogorov technique appears beneficial in most cases, based on numerical results. In terms of estimation accuracy, RSS consistently performs better than SRS, regardless of whether the ranking is perfect or imperfect. Additionally, compared to imperfect ranking method, perfect ranking produces estimates that are more accurate. The advantage of the RSS design over the SRS design is further supported by real data results that indicate the tensile strength measures in GPA carbon fibers.
{"title":"Efficient entropy estimation for inverted exponentiated Pareto distribution using ranked set sampling: A comparative study","authors":"Amal S. Hassan , Tmader Alballa , Etaf Alshawarbeh , Rehab Alsultan , Said G. Nassr , Rokaya Elmorsy Mohamed","doi":"10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.018","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.018","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Entropy, a key concept in information theory, measures the degree of unpredictability or uncertainty present in a random variable or system. It plays a vital role across various disciplines, including communication theory, thermodynamics, and statistical mechanics. On the other hand, Ranked Set Sampling (RSS) provides an effective approach to mitigating the challenges associated with costly or complex measurement procedures. Given the wide-ranging applications of the inverted exponentiated Pareto distribution, this study investigates the estimation of its parameters and various entropy measures, encompassing Havrda and Charvát, Tsallis, Rényi, and Arimoto. We examine the performance of these estimators under both RSS and simple random sampling (SRS) frameworks.To tackle this task, seven classical estimation techniques are employed: maximum product spacing, least squares, Kolmogorov, Anderson-Darling, weighted least squares, maximum likelihood, and Cramér-von Mises. Using an equal number of measured units, simulation studies evaluates the performance of estimators derived from SRS and RSS, considering both perfect and imperfect ranking scenarios. Three evaluation criteria are adopted for comparison: relative efficiency, mean squared error, and absolute bias. In assessing the estimated quality of RSS and SRS, the Kolmogorov technique appears beneficial in most cases, based on numerical results. In terms of estimation accuracy, RSS consistently performs better than SRS, regardless of whether the ranking is perfect or imperfect. Additionally, compared to imperfect ranking method, perfect ranking produces estimates that are more accurate. The advantage of the RSS design over the SRS design is further supported by real data results that indicate the tensile strength measures in GPA carbon fibers.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7484,"journal":{"name":"alexandria engineering journal","volume":"137 ","pages":"Pages 242-269"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146036717","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2026-02-01Epub Date: 2026-01-20DOI: 10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.016
Sita Rani , Ramesh Karnati , Vivek Patel , M.K. Ranganathaswamy , Prakhar Tomar , Aman Kataria , Amrindra Pal
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven optimization techniques is transforming smart manufacturing in the industry 5.0 landscape leading to sustainable industrial processes. This review comprehensively explores AI-driven optimization methods that enhance efficiency, resilience, and sustainability in modern manufacturing ecosystems. It highlights the role of various AI - based algorithms in optimizing production processes, energy consumption, and supply chains. Along with this, it also presents the significance of AI-driven manufacturing in improving secure production by facilitating real-time monitoring, anomaly detection, and predictive maintenance. In this work, the authors also examine how AI contributes to human-centric manufacturing, addressing challenges such as resource utilization, waste reduction, and adaptive decision-making. Key advancements, limitations, and future research directions are analyzed to provide a holistic view of AI’s transformative potential. The findings underscore the necessity of AI-driven optimization for achieving sustainable, efficient, and flexible manufacturing processes in Industry 5.0. This work serves as a significant reference for researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers seeking to leverage AI for sustainable industrial advancements. This paper presents the comprehensive synthesis of AI-driven optimization techniques represented for the emerging Industry 5.0 model, prioritizing smart sustainable manufacturing. Unlike prior reviews, it systematically compares traditional and AI-based approaches, highlights the transformative synergy of advanced technologies like AI, IoT, digital twins, and blockchain for real-time, human-centric manufacturing, and details hybrid optimization methods integrating AI algorithms. This review uniquely maps the integration of these innovations with sustainability, adaptability, and mass personalization, presenting a roadmap to help industries employ intelligent, data-driven, and eco-friendly optimization solutions for future-ready manufacturing.
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Pub Date : 2026-02-01Epub Date: 2026-01-29DOI: 10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.044
Ibrahim Akinjobi Aromoye , Lo Hai Hiung , Patrick Sebastian , Abdullateef Oluwagbemiga Balogun , Lukman Shehu Ayinla
The oil and gas industry relies heavily on extensive pipeline networks, necessitating regular inspections and maintenance to ensure structural integrity and prevent failures. Traditional inspection methods, including manual visual checks and high-sensitivity sensors, are often labour-intensive, prone to human error, and inefficient in hazardous environments. Drone-based inspections have emerged as a promising alternative; however, most existing systems still depend on skilled operators, limiting scalability and autonomy. To address these, this study introduces a novel autonomous aerial pipeline monitoring system that leverages advanced computer vision techniques. The system employs a Tello drone with an onboard camera and integrates three core algorithms: pipeline detection, pipeline following, and altitude control. These algorithms were optimised for real-time performance and stability. The object detection model, trained using YOLOv8s, achieved approximately 71 % accuracy under standard conditions. Further experiments involving data preprocessing, augmentation, and model training configurations demonstrated that a 90/5/5 split with 100 training epochs produced the highest precision of 94 %. During real-time pipeline tracking, the system achieved a mean squared error (MSE) of 0.0023 m², indicating high-precision navigation. In addition, the altitude control algorithm attained a MAE of 0.0044 m, effectively minimising altitude fluctuations. Compared to existing drone-based inspection systems, the proposed approach demonstrated superior accuracy, achieving 97.4 % mAP compared with 72 % in current solutions, and reducing tracking MSE from 0.0111 m² to 0.0023 m². These results highlight the system’s capacity to enhance autonomy, reduce reliance on human operators, and improve safety in hazardous environments, advancing the state of the art in autonomous pipeline monitoring.
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Pub Date : 2026-02-01Epub Date: 2026-01-28DOI: 10.1016/j.aej.2026.01.033
Fuad E. Alsaadi , Njud S. Alharbi
This paper introduces a hybrid fault-tolerant control framework for nonlinear upper-limb rehabilitation robots subject to actuator saturation and time-varying uncertainties. The approach combines a deep neural network (DNN)–based state-space model to capture nonlinear rehabilitation dynamics, a finite-time disturbance observer to address unmodeled effects and actuator degradation, and a finite-time sliding-mode controller that enforces actuator limits. Established finite-time Lyapunov tools are used to guarantee convergence in the presence of modeling errors, faults, and input constraints. Simulation studies under ideal, input-constrained, and actuator-fault conditions show substantial improvements in tracking accuracy, up to 58 % faster convergence, and smoother, more energy-efficient control inputs compared to PID and classical SMC baselines. The use of fixed-size matrix–vector computations supports real-time execution on embedded platforms. This framework effectively integrates data-driven modeling with robust finite-time control, providing a practical and reliable solution for human-in-the-loop rehabilitation systems.
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