Altaf Hussain¹, Shuaiyong Li², Tariq Hussain³, Xianxuan Lin^4,*, Farman Ali^5,*, Ahmad Ali AlZubi⁶

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.81, No.2, pp. 1999-2051, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.056183 - 18 November 2024

Abstract Devices and networks constantly upgrade, leading to rapid technological evolution. Three-dimensional (3D) point cloud transmission plays a crucial role in aerial computing terminology, facilitating information exchange. Various network types, including sensor networks and 5G mobile networks, support this transmission. Notably, Flying Ad hoc Networks (FANETs) utilize Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) as nodes, operating in a 3D environment with Six Degrees of Freedom (6DoF). This study comprehensively surveys UAV networks, focusing on models for Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) 3D point cloud compression/transmission. Key topics covered include autonomous navigation, challenges in video streaming infrastructure, motivations for More >

Carmen Gheorghe^*, Mihai Duguleana, Razvan Gabriel Boboc, Cristian Cezar Postelnicu

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.141, No.3, pp. 1939-1981, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2024.054735 - 31 October 2024

Abstract Identifying objects in real-time is a technology that is developing rapidly and has a huge potential for expansion in many technical fields. Currently, systems that use image processing to detect objects are based on the information from a single frame. A video camera positioned in the analyzed area captures the image, monitoring in detail the changes that occur between frames. The You Only Look Once (YOLO) algorithm is a model for detecting objects in images, that is currently known for the accuracy of the data obtained and the fast-working speed. This study proposes a comprehensive More >

Shih-Lin Lin^*, Bo-Chen Lin

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.80, No.3, pp. 3555-3572, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.055456 - 12 September 2024

Abstract This paper explores the application of Model Predictive Control (MPC) to enhance safety and efficiency in autonomous vehicle (AV) navigation through optimized path planning. The evolution of AV technology has progressed rapidly, moving from basic driver-assistance systems (Level 1) to fully autonomous capabilities (Level 5). Central to this advancement are two key functionalities: Lane-Change Maneuvers (LCM) and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). In this study, a detailed simulation environment is created to replicate the road network between Nantun and Wuri on National Freeway No. 1 in Taiwan. The MPC controller is deployed to optimize vehicle trajectories,… More >

Jie Ma¹, Tong Zhao², Yuanzhao Hao³, Wenwen Qin², Haozheng Yu¹, Mingxuan Du², Yuanhong Liu⁴, Liang Zhang², Shixia Mu⁵, Cuiping Li², Junhui Li^2,*

Energy Engineering, Vol.121, No.9, pp. 2449-2477, 2024, DOI:10.32604/ee.2024.051244 - 19 August 2024

Abstract After the integration of large-scale Distributed Generation (DG) into the distribution network, the randomness and volatility of its output result in a reduction of spatiotemporal alignment between power generation and demand in the distribution network, exacerbating the phenomenon of wind and solar power wastage. As a novel power system model, the fundamental concept of Regional Autonomous Power Grids (RAPGs) is to achieve localized management and energy autonomy, thereby facilitating the effective consumption of DGs. Therefore, this paper proposes a distributed resource planning strategy that enhances the autonomy capabilities of regional power grids by considering multiple… More > Graphic Abstract

Yunxiang Liu, Haili Ma, Jianlin Zhu^*, Qiangbo Zhang

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.80, No.2, pp. 2963-2978, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.053710 - 15 August 2024

Abstract To enhance the efficiency and accuracy of environmental perception for autonomous vehicles, we propose GDMNet, a unified multi-task perception network for autonomous driving, capable of performing drivable area segmentation, lane detection, and traffic object detection. Firstly, in the encoding stage, features are extracted, and Generalized Efficient Layer Aggregation Network (GELAN) is utilized to enhance feature extraction and gradient flow. Secondly, in the decoding stage, specialized detection heads are designed; the drivable area segmentation head employs DySample to expand feature maps, the lane detection head merges early-stage features and processes the output through the Focal Modulation More >

Mofadal Alymani¹, Mohamed Esmail Karar^2,*, Hazem Ibrahim Shehata^1,3

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.80, No.2, pp. 2181-2197, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.052406 - 15 August 2024

Abstract Object tracking is one of the major tasks for mobile robots in many real-world applications. Also, artificial intelligence and automatic control techniques play an important role in enhancing the performance of mobile robot navigation. In contrast to previous simulation studies, this paper presents a new intelligent mobile robot for accomplishing multi-tasks by tracking red-green-blue (RGB) colored objects in a real experimental field. Moreover, a practical smart controller is developed based on adaptive fuzzy logic and custom proportional-integral-derivative (PID) schemes to achieve accurate tracking results, considering robot command delay and tolerance errors. The design of developed… More >

Hongle Li¹, SeongKi Kim^2,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.79, No.1, pp. 473-492, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.048402 - 25 April 2024

Abstract Demand Responsive Transit (DRT) responds to the dynamic users’ requests without any fixed routes and timetables and determines the stop and the start according to the demands. This study explores the optimization of dynamic vehicle scheduling and real-time route planning in urban public transportation systems, with a focus on bus services. It addresses the limitations of current shared mobility routing algorithms, which are primarily designed for simpler, single origin/destination scenarios, and do not meet the complex demands of bus transit systems. The research introduces an route planning algorithm designed to dynamically accommodate passenger travel needs… More >

Lyuchao Liao^1,2, Hankun Xiao^2,*, Pengqi Xing², Zhenhua Gan^1,2, Youpeng He², Jiajun Wang²

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.140, No.1, pp. 557-576, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2024.047452 - 16 April 2024

Abstract Autonomous driving has witnessed rapid advancement; however, ensuring safe and efficient driving in intricate scenarios remains a critical challenge. In particular, traffic roundabouts bring a set of challenges to autonomous driving due to the unpredictable entry and exit of vehicles, susceptibility to traffic flow bottlenecks, and imperfect data in perceiving environmental information, rendering them a vital issue in the practical application of autonomous driving. To address the traffic challenges, this work focused on complex roundabouts with multi-lane and proposed a Perception Enhanced Deep Deterministic Policy Gradient (PE-DDPG) for Autonomous Driving in the Roundabouts. Specifically, the… More >

Guojun Chen^*, Danguo Cheng, Wei Chen, Xue Yang, Tiezheng Guo

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.78, No.3, pp. 3721-3741, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.047325 - 26 March 2024

Abstract With the increase in ocean exploration activities and underwater development, the autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) has been widely used as a type of underwater automation equipment in the detection of underwater environments. However, nowadays AUVs generally have drawbacks such as weak endurance, low intelligence, and poor detection ability. The research and implementation of path-planning methods are the premise of AUVs to achieve actual tasks. To improve the underwater operation ability of the AUV, this paper studies the typical problems of path-planning for the ant colony algorithm and the artificial potential field algorithm. In response to… More >

Lieping Zhang^1,2, Xiaoxu Shi^1,2, Liu Tang^1,2, Yilin Wang³, Jiansheng Peng⁴, Jianchu Zou^4,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.78, No.2, pp. 2111-2136, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.047235 - 27 February 2024

Abstract A Rapid-exploration Random Tree (RRT) autonomous detection algorithm based on the multi-guide-node deflection strategy and Karto Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) algorithm was proposed to solve the problems of low efficiency of detecting frontier boundary points and drift distortion in the process of map building in the traditional RRT algorithm in the autonomous detection strategy of mobile robot. Firstly, an RRT global frontier boundary point detection algorithm based on the multi-guide-node deflection strategy was put forward, which introduces the reference value of guide nodes’ deflection probability into the random sampling function so that the global… More >