Noreen Fuentes¹, Janeth Ugang¹, Narcisan Galamiton¹, Suzette Bacus¹, Samantha Shane Evangelista², Fatima Maturan², Lanndon Ocampo^2,3,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.86, No.1, pp. 1-26, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.068104 - 10 November 2025

Abstract This study demonstrates a novel integration of large language models, machine learning, and multi-criteria decision-making to investigate self-moderation in small online communities, a topic under-explored compared to user behavior and platform-driven moderation on social media. The proposed methodological framework (1) utilizes large language models for social media post analysis and categorization, (2) employs k-means clustering for content characterization, and (3) incorporates the TODIM (Tomada de Decisão Interativa Multicritério) method to determine moderation strategies based on expert judgments. In general, the fully integrated framework leverages the strengths of these intelligent systems in a more systematic evaluation… More >

Nezir Aydin^1,2,*, Melike Cari³, Betul Kara³, Ertugrul Ayyildiz^1,3

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.85, No.2, pp. 2625-2650, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.067290 - 23 September 2025

Abstract Transportation systems are rapidly transforming in response to urbanization, sustainability challenges, and advances in digital technologies. This review synthesizes the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), fuzzy logic, and multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) in transportation research. A comprehensive literature search was conducted in the Scopus database, utilizing carefully selected AI, fuzzy, and MCDM keywords. Studies were rigorously screened according to explicit inclusion and exclusion criteria, resulting in 73 eligible publications spanning 2006–2025. The review protocol included transparent data extraction on methodological approaches, application domains, and geographic distribution. Key findings highlight the prevalence of hybrid fuzzy AHP and… More >

Ikhtesham Ullah¹, Muhammad Sajjad Ali Khan², Fawad Hussain¹, Madad Khan³, Kamran^4,*, Ioan-Lucian Popa^5,6,*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.144, No.2, pp. 2123-2164, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.064832 - 31 August 2025

Abstract Multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) is essential for handling complex decision problems under uncertainty, especially in fields such as criminal justice, healthcare, and environmental management. Traditional fuzzy MCDM techniques have failed to deal with problems where uncertainty or vagueness is involved. To address this issue, we propose a novel framework that integrates group and overlap functions with Aczel-Alsina (AA) operational laws in the intuitionistic fuzzy set (IFS) environment. Overlap functions capture the degree to which two inputs share common features and are used to find how closely two values or criteria match in uncertain environments, while the… More >

Shah Zeb Khan¹, Muhammad Rahim², Adel M. Widyan^3,*, A. Almutairi³, Njood Shaher Ethaar Almutire³, Hamiden Abd El-Wahed Khalifa³

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.143, No.2, pp. 2185-2211, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.063929 - 30 May 2025

Abstract This study introduces a novel distance measure (DM) for spherical fuzzy sets (SFSs) to improve decision-making in complex and uncertain environments. Many existing distance measures either fail to satisfy essential axiomatic properties or produce unintuitive outcomes. To address these limitations, we propose a new three-dimensional divergence-based DM that ensures mathematical consistency, enhances the discrimination of information, and adheres to the axiomatic framework of distance theory. Building on this foundation, we construct a multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) model that utilizes the proposed DM to evaluate and rank alternatives effectively. The applicability and robustness of the model are More >

Viet Tinh Nguyen, Rujira Chaysiri^*

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.2, pp. 515-536, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2024.057786 - 31 January 2025

Abstract This paper presents a novel multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) model for selecting optimal locations for a solar-wind hybrid energy plant in Vietnam. The study employs the Criteria Importance Through Intercriteria Correlation (CRITIC) and Combined Compromise Solution (CoCoSo) methods to address the challenge of evaluating potential sites based on a range of economic, technical, environmental, and social criteria. By integrating CRITIC for criteria weighting and CoCoSo for ranking alternatives, the study underscores the importance of objective, data-driven approaches in the strategic planning and implementation of sustainable energy projects. The results identify Ham Thuan Nam District in Binh More >

Nabilah Abughazalah¹, Iqra Ishaque², Majid Khan^2,*, Ammar S. Alanazi³, Iqtadar Hussain^4,5

Intelligent Automation & Soft Computing, Vol.36, No.2, pp. 1451-1463, 2023, DOI:10.32604/iasc.2023.031855 - 05 January 2023

Abstract In today’s digital world, the most inevitable challenge is the protection of digital information. Due to the weak confidentiality preserving techniques, the existing world is facing several digital information breaches. To make our digital data indecipherable to the unauthorized person, a technique for finding a cryptographically strong Substitution box (S-box) have presented. An S-box with sound cryptographic assets such as nonlinearity (NL), strict avalanche criterion (SAC), bit independence criteria (BIC), bit independence criteria of nonlinearity (BIC-NL), Bit independence criteria of Strict avalanche criteria (BIC-SAC), and Input/output XOR is considered as the robust S-box. The Decision-Making… More >

Chia-Nan Wang, Tien–Lin Chao^*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.73, No.2, pp. 2485-2494, 2022, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2022.026682 - 16 June 2022

Abstract In many port capacity upgrade projects, choosing a supplier of equipment is a complicated decision, project managers must consider many criteria to choose a supplier to ensure the project is completed on time, optimal in terms of benefit and cost. Therefore, selecting the equipment supplier in this project is a multi-criteria decision-making process. The multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) model is applied in many fields to select the optimal solution, but there are very few studies using the MCDM model to support project managers in evaluating and selecting optimal solutions in port capacity upgrade project. In this More >

Thai Hoang Tuyet Nhi¹, Chia-Nan Wang¹, Nguyen Van Thanh^2,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.72, No.3, pp. 4853-4865, 2022, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2022.026374 - 21 April 2022

Abstract Vietnam is one of Southeast Asian countries with a rapid GDP growth rate, ranging from 6.5% to 7% annually, leading to an average increase in energy demand of 11% per year. This demand creates many new opportunities in the energy industry, especially renewable energy, to ensure sustainable development in the future for the country with applications of solar energy growing at the present, and other opportunities to expand in the future. In Vietnam, thanks to favorable weather, climate, terrain characteristics and many preferential support policies, there are many great opportunities in the field of solar More >

Navneet Bhatt¹, Jasmine Kaur², Adarsh Anand², Omar H. Alhazmi^3,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.72, No.2, pp. 3613-3629, 2022, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2022.026554 - 29 March 2022

Abstract Software developers endeavor to build their products with the least number of bugs. Despite this, many vulnerabilities are detected in software that threatens its integrity. Various automated software i.e., vulnerability scanners, are available in the market which helps detect and manage vulnerabilities in a computer, application, or a network. Hence, the choice of an appropriate vulnerability scanner is crucial to ensure efficient vulnerability management. The current work serves a dual purpose, first, to identify the key factors which affect the vulnerability discovery process in a network. The second, is to rank the popular vulnerability scanners… More >

Jui-Chung Kao¹, Chia-Nan Wang^2,*, Viet Tinh Nguyen³ and Syed Tam Husain³

Intelligent Automation & Soft Computing, Vol.31, No.3, pp. 1451-1466, 2022, DOI:10.32604/iasc.2022.021778 - 09 October 2021

Abstract According to a new study by the International Labor Organization (ILO), the COVID-19 pandemic has had a strong impact on the garment industry in the Asia-Pacific region. A sharp drop in retail sales in key export markets has affected workers and businesses across supply chains. To ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of garment supply chain, choosing a sustainable supplier should be a main concern of all businesses. The supplier selection problem in garment industry involves multiple quantitative and qualitative criteria. There have been many research and literatures about the development and application of Multicriteria Decision… More >