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Need of Modern Technologies in Agriculture
Abstract: The surge in population growth coupled with the diminishing availability of cultivable land has significantly heightened the strain on arable areas. While the provision of sustenance for the underprivileged remains a pressing issue, the focus has expanded beyond mere food provision to ensuring a nutritionally balanced diet. Consequently, there arises an urgent imperative to delve into contemporary methodologies aimed at not only feeding the burgeoning population but also preserving essential …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Vehicle Number Plate Detection and Recognition System in Nigeria Using Deep Learning
Abstract: With over 200 million citizens, Nigeria is one of Africa’s largest and most populous nations. It is now essential to automate traffic management due to the rising number of vehicles in the nation. With the use of a deep learning technique known as the YOLO method, the study was able to construct an automatic vehicle license plate identification system that will recognize each of the vehicle license plates when many …
Published in International Journal of Image Processing and Pattern Recognition · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 32–45 Read article
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Support Vector Machine-based Flower Image Classification for Commercial Applications
Abstract: Flowers are crucial raw materials in many industries, including pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Classifying flowers manually is time-consuming, inconsistent, and requires professional judgment from a botanist. Computer-aided flower classification is a promising approach to this problem. Image classification often employs support vector machines (SVMs) as widely favored algorithms. This study evaluated the performance of SVMs for flower image classification. The results showed that SVMs can achieve good accuracy on this task, …
Published in International Journal of Software Computing and Testing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 44–53 Read article
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A Study on Supervised Machine Learning-based Airports/Flight Delay Analysis and Classification
Abstract: Airline delays are a major cause of the financial losses that plague the global aviation business. Airports, airlines, and passengers all suffer when flights are delayed. Their forecast is vital to the commercial aviation industry's decision-making process. Flight presents a significant obstacle for the aviation sector. Increased air traffic and subsequent flight delays are a direct result of the aviation industry's rapid growth over the past two decades. The economic …
Published in International Journal of Software Computing and Testing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 20–36 Read article
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A Study of Application of No Regret Learning Algorithm for Development of a Career Counselling Software
Abstract: This paper explores the application of “no regret learning algorithms” in the development of a career counselling software, aimed at providing individuals with personalized and data-driven career guidance. By harnessing the power of machine learning methods, this groundbreaking approach provides a flexible and responsive system designed to aid users in making well-informed choices regarding their career trajectories. The software incorporates user profiling, reward modelling, continuous feedback mechanisms, and ethical considerations …
Published in International Journal of Software Computing and Testing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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A Comprehensive Analysis of Context-aware Recommender Systems Implemented Across a Range of Domains
Abstract: In many different fields, recommender systems are essential for helping users find pertinent and personalized material. Traditional recommender systems often underestimate the impact of contextual factors on user preferences. Context-aware recommender systems are a potential method that uses dynamic contextual data to increase recommendation accuracy and user satisfaction. This review paper examines the benefits of context-aware recommender systems in many fields and offers a detailed analysis of these systems. We …
Published in International Journal of Software Computing and Testing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 9–19 Read article
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Sound-based Bird Classification Using Perceptual Features and Machine Learning: A Gaussian Mixture Model
Abstract: Classification of birds based on their sound patterns and identification of bird species found in the chirping sounds of birds were experimented with using the feature extraction method. This work is beneficial in ornithology to study birds and their behavior based on their sounds. The proposed methods can automatically classify birds by different sound processing. The audio file of a bird’s sound recording is first cut into smaller samples, and …
Published in International Journal of Image Processing and Pattern Recognition · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 46–52 Read article
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Fake News Detection Based on 3-HAN Architecture Using Deep Learning Techniques
Abstract: Fake news spreading is a common scenario we see nowadays in this modern era of social media and smart phones. According to the New York Times, fake news is described as “a made-up story with the intention of misleading, frequently with financial gain as the motive.” The problem is complex, given its varied interpretations across the globe. Hence, an effective system is needed to detect whether the given news is …
Published in International Journal of Image Processing and Pattern Recognition · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 21–31 Read article
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Intelligent Travel Card Leveraging Blockchain Technology: A Precautionary Measure Against Contagious Illnesses Such as COVID-19
Abstract: A smart card is a small, plastic card with embedded integrated circuit chips that can store and process data. These cards are used for various applications, including identification, authentication, and transactions. Smart cards resemble typical cards in appearance, being rectangular, compact, and lightweight. The difference between them lies in their intelligence. These cards incorporate a microprocessor housing a memory chip, enabling them to store significant amounts of data and facilitating …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 43–48 Read article
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RDTP: Reliable Delay Time Protocol with Duty Cycle Optimization in 6LoWPAN-WBAN
Abstract: Medium access control (MAC) protocols based on the adaptive duty cycle and the IEEE 802.15.4 standard have recently been proposed to address the Quality of Service (QoS) requirements of wireless body area sensor networks. These QoS requirements include time-bound data transmission services, data rate, reliability, and energy consumption. Providing a comprehensive set of QoS is difficult with the present protocols, though. Furthermore, these protocols adjust duty cycle values by considering …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 26–42 Read article
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Data Analytics and Visualization for Unveiling Insights from Digital Twins: Trends and Challenges
Abstract: igital twins represent a paradigm shift in engineering analytics and simulations. As virtual replicas of physical assets and processes, digital twins require the confluence of massive amounts of data, predictive analytics, and visualization capabilities to unlock their full potential. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the role of data analytics and visualization techniques in extracting value from digital twin data. An in-depth literature review analyzes current research trends and …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 9–19 Read article
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A Secured Distributed Database System Using Rijndael Encryption Algorithm
Abstract: There is a pressing need to secure distributed database system in order to address effectively some challenges, such as, no encryption of users’ access details in the database, which could be hacked by skilled hands, and also the security of the data is highly and threateningly compromised when using data encryption standard (DES) algorithm. This is because it has weak or semi-weak keys, inability of DES algorithm to eliminate the …
Published in International Journal of Software Computing and Testing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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General Health Check-up, Health Care Model using CNN and Internet-of-Medical Things
Abstract: Many people may believe that undergoing a comprehensive medical check-up is unnecessary when they feel perfectly healthy. However, this perception is mistaken. Regular health check-ups are essential to maintain overall well-being and to detect potential health issues early, enabling proactive steps to prevent them from worsening. Such check-ups are valuable for both individuals in good health and those with existing medical conditions, as they provide insight into the progress of …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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An In-depth Exploration: Unveiling the Computational Resources Utilized in Cancer Research
Abstract: It is a major challenge leading to mass morbidity and mortality in cancer, despite the efforts and clinical trials in the past. Cancer is a very crucial field of research that directly concerns human life that requires early identification, diagnosis, prognosis, and therapeutics. The resources and web servers play very important roles in cancer genomics and medical image analysis. Computational intelligence (is a set of computational methodologies involving design, application, …
Published in International Journal of Image Processing and Pattern Recognition · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 10–20 Read article
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Detection of Brain Tumor Using K-means Clustering Algorithm
Abstract: A brain tumor is a dangerous medical illness that, if not treated promptly, can be fatal. Therefore, it becomes essential to find the tumor early on in order to organize therapy as soon as possible. A brain tumor is the result of the growth of abnormal cells in the brain. Brain tumors come in many different forms. The majority of brain tumors are malignant (cancerous); however, some are benign (noncancerous). …
Published in International Journal of Image Processing and Pattern Recognition · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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A Comprehensive Survey on Optimizing Storage Models, Data Layouts, and System Catalogs
Abstract: This survey compares four papers that propose solutions for optimizing the storage model, data layout, and system catalogs in data management systems for hybrid workloads, which consist of both analytical and transactional queries. These solutions include a main memory hybrid storage engine that separates the storage of analytical and transactional data and uses a sophisticated query optimizer, a hands-free adaptive store that adjusts the storage layout based on access patterns, …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Comprehensive Study of Application of Evolutionary Computing in Multi-stakeholder Recommendation Systems
Abstract: Recommender systems are customized data get to applications; they are universal in the present online condition, and compelling at finding things that address client issues and tastes. As the range of recommender systems has broadened, it has become clear that the resolute spotlight on the client regular to scholastic research has clouded other significant parts of suggestion results. Properties, for example, reasonableness, equalization, profitability, and correspondence are most certainly not …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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IoT Based Smart Saline Bottle for Healthcare
Abstract: There is a vast development in the Healthcare sector with the enhancement of Technology. The fundamental principle in caring for hospitalized patients is to ensure that each patient receives high- quality treatment, close monitoring, and appropriate nutrition in a timely manner. Saline is one of the most popular intravenous therapies given to patients in every hospital. Usually in all cases, the patients are normally treated by saline first for dehydration …
Published in International Journal of Wireless Network Security · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Enhancing Hearing Accessibility Through IoT: A Review of Smart Hearing Device
Abstract: The challenges faced by individuals with hearing impairments extend beyond the actual loss of hearing and highlight a broader issue of communication barriers. Traditionally, it is assumed that individuals with hearing impairments would struggle with lip-reading and speaking, and therefore, they would benefit from using sign language and attending specialized schools to communicate with others. However, leveraging cutting-edge voice-to-text recognition technology could significantly narrow the gap between the hearing and …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Effective Use of Various Types of Software Testing and Its Applications to Bug Free Software
Abstract: The significance of software testing lies in its ability to minimize errors, streamline maintenance efforts, and reduce overall costs associated with software development. For now, about the full details of any software development, there is a concept of software development life cycle. It describes the stages of the software development. The software testing process is crucial for executing a program to discover errors and evaluate the characteristics of the software. …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 6–10 Read article