Multiobjective Reactive Power Optimization Planning for Medium Voltage Distribution Networks Based on Improved Genetic Algorithm by Min Li, Juncheng Zhang, Jing Tan, Xiaohong Tan, Lingjie Tang

“…The balance equation between active and reactive power of power nodes and power absorption losses is taken as the equality constraint, and the maximum and minimum constraints of variables such as voltage at the generator end and tap position of the on-load tap changer are taken as the constraints of the model. By combining the advantages of the standard genetic algorithm and simulated annealing algorithm, an improved genetic algorithm is formed to effectively solve the constructed mathematical model. …”
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A Lightweight Citrus Ripeness Detection Algorithm Based on Visual Saliency Priors and Improved RT-DETR by Yutong Huang, Xianyao Wang, Xinyao Liu, Liping Cai, Xuefei Feng, Xiaoyan Chen

“…Experiments on our dataset show that LightSal-RTDETR achieves a mAP@50 of 81%, improving by 1.9% over the original model while reducing parameters by 28.1% and computational cost by 26.5%. …”
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Research on Multi-Center Path Optimization for Emergency Events Based on an Improved Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm by Zeyu Zou, Hui Zeng, Xiaodong Zheng, Junming Chen

“…Case studies were conducted to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of both the proposed model and the algorithm. Results indicate that the model accurately reflects the dynamics of emergency logistics operations, while the hybrid algorithm exhibits strong local optimization capabilities and robust performance in handling diverse and complex scenarios. …”
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Electric load forecasting based on kernel extreme learning machine optimized by improved sparrow search algorithm by Diming Zhang, Yuchen Xu, Yuanjiang Li

“…The results show that the proposed model realizes an average improvement of 5.7% in the R2 metric compared to benchmark models. …”
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GIRH-Unet: Improved Residual Tobacco Segmentation Algorithm Based on GhostNetV3-Unet by Jianhua Ye, Yunda Zhang, Pan Li, Ze Guo

“…These factors contribute to the reduced accuracy and robustness of visual detection technologies based on segmentation algorithms within tobacco intelligent production systems, highlighting the need for a targeted segmentation model. …”
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Electric vehicle braking energy recovery control method integrating fuzzy control and improved firefly algorithm. by Jinfeng Xiong, Jingbin Song, Zhiqiang Zhang

“…Therefore, an electric vehicle braking energy recovery control model that integrates fuzzy control algorithm with genetic firefly algorithm is proposed. …”
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Performance analysis of the improved second-order retracking algorithm and its application for significant wave height estimation by Jiasheng Tian, Jiasheng Tian, Jin Wang, Jian Shi

“…The improved adaptive algorithm, which incorporated the actual PTR of SWIM, further improved the accuracy of SWH inversion by 3–4 cm when compared to the adaptive algorithm used by SWIM.DiscussionMLE6 showed better accuracy in retrieving SWH than MLE4 with considering non-gaussian ocean. …”
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Multi-period supply chain optimization with contango and backwardation effects using an improved hybrid genetic algorithm by Mudassar Rauf, Muhammad Imran, Jabir Mumtaz, Saima Javed, Ayesha Saeed

“…Moreover, improving the hybrid genetic algorithm (IHGA) is proposed to solve this problem. …”
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Improved YOLOv8 Algorithm was Used to Segment Cucumber Seedlings Under Complex Artificial Light Conditions by Duokuo Zhang, Na Li, Mingfu Zhao, Kun Xu

“…Aiming at the challenging problem of cucumber seedling leaf segmentation under a complex artificial lighting environment, this study proposes an improved complex lighting YOLOv8 (CL-YOLOv8) model based on YOLOv8. …”
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Insulator defect detection under extreme weather based on synthetic weather algorithm and improved YOLOv7 by Yong Yang, Shuai Yang, Chuan Li, Yunxuan Wang, Xiaoqian Pi, Yuxin Lu, Ruohan Wu

“…The proposed methodology involves augmenting the dataset with synthetic rain, snow, and fog algorithm processing. Additionally, the original dataset undergoes augmentation through affine and colour transformations to improve model's generalisation performance under complex power inspection backgrounds. …”
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Short-Term Photovoltaic Power Forecasting Based on an Improved Zebra Optimization Algorithm—Stochastic Configuration Network by Yonggang Wang, Wenpeng Li, Haoran Chen, Yuanchu Ma, Bingbing Yu, Yadong Yu

“…The paper proposes a short-term PV power forecasting model based on improved zebra optimization algorithm (IZOA)-stochastic configuration network (SCN). …”
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Improved Aerial Surface Floating Object Detection and Classification Recognition Algorithm Based on YOLOv8n by Lili Song, Haixin Deng, Jianfeng Han, Xiongwei Gao

“…To address the aforementioned challenges, we proposed an improved YOLOv8-HSH algorithm based on YOLOv8n. The proposed algorithm introduces several key enhancements: (1) an enhanced HorBlock module to facilitate multi-gradient and multi-scale superposition, thereby intensifying critical floating object characteristics; (2) an optimized CBAM attention mechanism to mitigate background noise interference and substantially elevate detection accuracy; (3) the incorporation of a minor target recognition layer to augment the model’s capacity to discern floating objects of differing dimensions across various environments; and (4) the implementation of the WIoU loss function to enhance the model’s convergence rate and regression accuracy. …”
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A novel two-stage feature selection method based on random forest and improved genetic algorithm for enhancing classification in machine learning by Junyao Ding, Jianchao Du, Hejie Wang, Song Xiao

“…Abstract The data acquisition methods are becoming increasingly diverse and advanced, leading to higher data dimensions, blurred classification boundaries, and overfitting datasets, affecting machine learning models’ accuracy. Many studies have sought to improve model performance through feature selection. …”
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Research on Optimization of Improved Gray Wolf Optimization-Extreme Learning Machine Algorithm in Vehicle Route Planning by Shijin Li, Fucai Wang

“…Extreme Learning Machine (ELM) algorithm model is introduced to accelerate Improved Gray Wolf Optimization (IGWO) optimization and improve convergence speed. …”
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A Novel Deep Learning Approach for Yarn Hairiness Characterization Using an Improved YOLOv5 Algorithm by Filipe Pereira, Helena Lopes, Leandro Pinto, Filomena Soares, Rosa Vasconcelos, José Machado, Vítor Carvalho

“…The experimental results show significant improvements, with the proposed algorithm increasing model mAP0.5 by 5% to 6% and mAP0.5:0.95 by 11% to 12% compared to the standard YOLOv5s6 model. …”
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GC-Faster RCNN: The Object Detection Algorithm for Agricultural Pests Based on Improved Hybrid Attention Mechanism by Bolun Guan, Yaqian Wu, Jingbo Zhu, Juanjuan Kong, Wei Dong

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Construction Scheduling Optimization of Prefabricated Buildings Under Resource Constraints Based on an Improved Whale Optimization Algorithm by Rui Su, Joey S. Aviles

“…To solve this model effectively, an Improved Whale Optimization Algorithm (IWOA) is developed, addressing the limitations of the standard WOA such as premature convergence and poor local search ability. …”
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An improved artificial fish swarm algorithm and its application on system identification with a time-delay system by CAO Fa-ru, FENG Mao-lin

“…The improved algorithm was applied to the system identification with the time-delay model. …”
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Multi-Objective Optimization of Steel Pipe Pile Cofferdam Construction Based on Improved Sparrow Search Algorithm by Zaolong Jiang, Chengfang Yang, Hongbo Yue

“…Additionally, it proposes an improved sparrow search algorithm (ISSA) to solve this problem. …”
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Multimodal Transport Path Selection of Cold Chain Logistics Based on Improved Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm by Changjiang Zheng, Kai Sun, Yuhang Gu, Jinxing Shen, Muqing Du

“…An improved particle swarm optimization algorithm (IPSO) is introduced to address the model and is proven to retain a fast convergence rate and achieve outstanding solving accuracy through the experimental study. …”
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