by Benard Wanjiru, Patrick van Bommel and Djoerd Hiemstra
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 8, Page # 1-14, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0308001
Abstract: Automated grading systems can help save a lot of time when evaluating students’ assignments. In this paper we present our ongoing work for a model for generating correctness levels. We utilize this model to demonstrate how we can grade students SQL queries employing partial grading in order to allocate points to parts of the queries… Read More

(This article belongs to the Special Issue on SP5 (Special Issue on Multidisciplinary Sciences and Advanced Technology 2024) and the Section Artificial Intelligence – Computer Science (AIC))

by Saja Hassan Musa, Qaderiya Jaafar Mohammed Alhaidar and Mohammad Mahdi Borhan Elmi
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 7, Page # 44-52, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0307004
Abstract: Keratoconus is a noninflammatory disorder marked by gradual corneal thinning, distortion, and scarring. Vision is significantly distorted in advanced case, so an accurate diagnosis in early stages has a great importance and avoid complications after the refractive surgery. In this project, a novel approach for detecting Keratoconus from clinical images was presented. In this regard,… Read More

(This article belongs to the Section Biomedical Engineering (BIE))

by Nikolaos V. Oikonomou, Dimitrios V. Oikonomou, Eleftherios Stergiou and Dimitrios Liarokapis
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 7, Page # 23-43, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0307003
Abstract: Software-defined networking (SDN) represents an innovative approach to network architecture that enhances control, simplifies complexity, and improves operational efficiencies. This study evaluates the performance metrics of SDN frameworks using the Mininet simulator on virtual machines hosted on a Windows platform. The research objectives include assessing system performance across various predefined network topologies, investigating the impact… Read More

(This article belongs to the Special Issue on SP4 (Special Issue on Computing, Engineering and Sciences 2023-24) and the Section Software Engineering – Computer Science (SEC))

by Ramsha Khalid and Muhammad Naqi Raza
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 7, Page # 11-22, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0307002
Abstract: In today's digital age, individuals extensively engage with virtual environments hosting a plethora of public and private services alongside social platforms. As a consequence, safeguarding these environments from potential cyber threats such as data breaches and system disruptions becomes paramount. Cybersecurity encompasses a suite of technical, organizational, and managerial measures aimed at thwarting unauthorized access… Read More

(This article belongs to the Special Issue on SP5 (Special Issue on Multidisciplinary Sciences and Advanced Technology 2024) and the Section Information Systems – Computer Science (ISC))

by Nikolaos V. Oikonomou and Dimitrios V . Oikonomou
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 6, Page # 18-32, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0306003
Abstract: This work explores the role of simulation in computer networks, discussing various network types, communication protocols, and the utilization of network simulators, with a focus on educational settings. We specifically analyze and compare five prominent network simulators: Cisco Packet Tracer, Riverbed Modeler Academic Edition, GNS3, NS-3, and Mininet. These tools are examined in terms of… Read More

(This article belongs to the Special Issue on SP4 (Special Issue on Computing, Engineering and Sciences 2023-24) and the Section Software Engineering – Computer Science (SEC))

by Sambalaye Diop, Papa Silly Traore, Mamadou Lamine Ndiaye and Issa Zerbo
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 6, Page # 1-9, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0306001
Abstract: The Taïba Ndiaye wind farm, connected to the SENELEC grid, plays a key role in offsetting shortfalls in electricity consumption, with an installed capacity of 158.7 MW. Moreover, as an intermittent power station, its production is highly dependent on the environmental conditions in the region. Bad weather can disrupt the electricity network, requiring forecasting methods… Read More

(This article belongs to the Special Issue on SP4 (Special Issue on Computing, Engineering and Sciences 2023-24) and the Section Electrical Engineering (ELE))

by Prashobh Karunakaran, Mohammad Shahril Osman and Badrul Hisham Hossain
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 6, Page # 10-17, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0306002
Abstract: Using electricity to heat up water was among the first uses of electricity by Thomas Edison and the electric kettle has become ubiquitous. But the possible electrocution of humans is low in the above but not so in the bathing water heater where the heating element through which up to 3.6 kW of electricity flows… Read More

(This article belongs to the Section Electrical Engineering (ELE))

by Ramsha Khalid and Muhammad Naqi Raza
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 5, Page # 23-36, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0305003
Abstract: The imminent 5G and 6G communication systems are projected to exhibit substantial advancements in comparison to the current 4G communication system. Several critical and prevalent concerns pertaining to the service quality of 5G and 6G communication systems encompass elevated capacity, extensive connectivity, minimal latency, robust security measures, energy efficiency, superior quality of user experience, and… Read More

(This article belongs to the Special Issue on SP4 (Special Issue on Computing, Engineering and Sciences 2023-24) and the Section Telecommunications (TEL))

by Khalid Alissa, Bushra Alhetela, Ghadeer Alazman, Asma Bader, Noor Alhomeed, Layan Almubarak and Fajer Almulla
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 5, Page # 14-22, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0305002
Abstract: Phishing attacks are becoming more sophisticated daily, taking advantage of victims' lack of awareness to steal sensitive information. The browser-in-the-browser (BitB) attack is a novel and sophisticated phishing technique that uses a single sign-on (SSO) popup window that mimics a legitimate browser login to steal a user's credentials. In addition, an attacker can customize the… Read More

(This article belongs to the Section Cybernetics – Computer Science (CYC))

by Abdullah Y. Al-Maliki, Kamran Iqbal and Gannon White
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 4, Page # 1-9, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0304001
Abstract: Estimating the natural voluntary movement of human joints in its entirety is a challenging problem especially when high accuracy is desired. In this paper, we build a modular estimator to estimate the elbow joint motion including angular displacement and direction. Being modular, this estimator can be scaled for application to other joints. We collected surface… Read More

(This article belongs to the Special Issue on SP4 (Special Issue on Computing, Engineering and Sciences 2023-24) and the Section Health Care Sciences and Services (HCS))

by Auns Qusai Al-Neami and Zina Ali Abed
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 3, Page # 27-32, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0303004
Abstract: Asthma is one of the chronic diseases that affected on the respiratory system. Studies had showed that more than 350 million people who suffering from asthma around the world which is equivalent to 1 in each 12 adults. Many intelligent monitoring systems had proposed in order to help the patient to know the situation before… Read More

(This article belongs to the Section Biomedical Engineering (BIE))

by Mirza Hodžić and Naser Prljača
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 3, Page # 19-26, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0303003
Abstract: Variants of proportional navigation (PN) are perhaps mostly used guidance laws for tactical homing missiles. PN aims to generate commanding missile lateral acceleration proportional to line of sight (LOS) angular rate, so that missile velocity vector rotates in such a way to assure interception of a target. In order to generate commanding lateral accelerations, the… Read More

(This article belongs to the Special Issue on SP4 (Special Issue on Computing, Engineering and Sciences 2023-24) and the Section Aerospace Engineering (ARO))

by Jing Zhang and Ziyang Liu
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 3, Page # 1-12, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0303001
Abstract: As the market economy has continued to develop, businesses have consistently prioritized profits, excessively emphasizing income and financial gains while neglecting ecological conservation and financial fraud. Consequently, the phenomenon of "greenwashing" has emerged. How to prevent this "greenwashing" phenomenon while pursuing economic benefits and enabling high-quality business development has become a focal point. Therefore, this… Read More

(This article belongs to the Special Issue on SP4 (Special Issue on Computing, Engineering and Sciences 2023-24) and the Section Business and Finance (BUF))

by Huaxi (Yulin) Zhang, Yuyang Wang, Xiaochuan Luo, Baptiste Mereaux and Lei Zhang
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 2, Page # 22-42, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0302004
Abstract: Robust and accurate localization is crucial for mobile robot navigation in complex indoor environments. This paper introduces a robust and integrated robot localization algorithm designed for such environments. The proposed algorithm, named Branch-and-Bound for Robust Localization (BB-RL), introduces an innovative approach that seamlessly integrates global localization, position tracking, and resolution of the kidnapped robot problem… Read More

(This article belongs to the Special Issue on SP4 (Special Issue on Computing, Engineering and Sciences 2023-24) and the Section Robotics (ROB))

by Anne Kemp
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 2, Page # 15-21, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0302003
Abstract: The Australian lungfish, Neoceratodus forsteri, has several muscles associated with feeding. The massive adductor mandibularis muscle of N. forsteri, which closes the jaws, originates on the chondrocranium and inserts on the posterior aspect of Meckel’s cartilage in the mandible. The depressor mandibulae muscle, which opens the jaws, inserts on the medial articulation of the prearticular… Read More

(This article belongs to the Section Agriculture Dairy and Animal Science (ADA))

by Hua Younan, Liao Jinzhi Lois, Zhu Lei, Liu Binghai and Li Xiaomin
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 2, Page # 8-14, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0302002
Abstract: For the semiconductor manufacturing processes, metal corrosion by halogen elements (e.g. fluorine, chlorine, and bromine) is always a critical issue. For the aluminum back-end-of-processes, these halogen elements tend to form aluminum halide defects on the surface of aluminum pads or aluminum metal wires, which can directly lead to the failure and reliability issues of the… Read More

(This article belongs to the Section Electronic Engineering (EEE))

by Muhammad Numan
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 1, Page # 20-26, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0301004
Abstract: Construction projects involve numerous risks that can impact cost, schedule, quality, safety, and sustainability. Effective risk management is critical for project success. Building Information Modelling (BIM) offers capabilities that can transform risk management across the project lifecycle. This paper provides a systematic review of how BIM can aid core risk management processes including identification, analysis,… Read More

(This article belongs to the Section Civil Engineering (CVE))

by Anne Kemp
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 3, Issue 1, Page # 11-19, 2024; DOI: 10.55708/js0301003
Abstract: The environment of the Australian lungfish, Neoceratodus forsteri, in south east Queensland, has changed fundamentally since white settlement, and this threatens the survival of the species. Some of the damage to lungfish habitats is the result of human determination to use water for the various needs of industry and people. Additional problems include droughts and… Read More

(This article belongs to the Section Agricultural Engineering (AGE))

by Yi Liu, Wendy Wang, Haibo Wang and Bahram Alidaee
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 2, Issue 12, Page # 23-33, 2023; DOI: 10.55708/js0212004
Abstract: Information extracted from remote sensing data can be applied to monitor the business and natural environments of a geographic area. Although a wide range of classical machine learning techniques have been utilized to obtain such information, their performance differs greatly in classification accuracy. In this study, we aim to examine whether quantum-enhanced machine learning can… Read More

(This article belongs to the Section Remote Sensing (RMS))

by Neha Koppikar and Nidhi Koppikar
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 2, Issue 12, Page # 15-22, 2023; DOI: 10.55708/js0212003
Abstract: Since 2020, people have been getting their body temperatures checked at every public location, social distancing has become a norm, and it has become essential to know who has been in contact with whom. Therefore, we needed a system that helped us solve these challenges, especially in housing societies, as most of the general public… Read More

(This article belongs to the Section Artificial Intelligence – Computer Science (AIC))

by Anam Javaid, Sumaira Aslam, Hira Qaisar, Farhat Batool, Rimsha Javed and Muhammad Waqas Qaisar
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 2, Issue 12, Page # 7-14, 2023; DOI: 10.55708/js0212002
Abstract: Plastics are routinely used in the packaging of materials as well as in industrial production. However, once in the environment, they are non-biodegradable, posing severe threats to the ecosystems. Bioplastic replaces conventional plastic, which is biodegradable due to its biological origin and does not affect environment. Sawdust is a very important agro-waste screened as a… Read More

(This article belongs to the Section Biotechnology and Applied Microbiology (BAM))

by Nicolas Pajot and Mounir Boukadoum
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 2, Issue 11, Page # 1-14, 2023; DOI: 10.55708/js0211001
Abstract: Solving classification problems by Liquid State Machines (LSM) usually ignores the influence of the liquid state representation on performance, leaving the role to the reader circuit. In most studies, the decoding of the internally generated neural states is performed on spike rate-based vector representations. This approach occults the interspike timing, a central aspect of biological… Read More

(This article belongs to the Special Issue on SP4 (Special Issue on Computing, Engineering and Sciences 2023-24) and the Section Neurosciences (NES))

by Supriya Yadav and Gareth Howells
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 2, Issue 10, Page # 1-8, 2023; DOI: 10.55708/js0210001
Abstract: In the digital era, data security in files, databases, accounts, and networks is of utmost importance. Due to the sensitive, private, or protected information they contain, databases are a common target for cyber attacks. To assess threats to data and lower the risk involved with data processing and storage, data security is crucial. Therefore, it… Read More

(This article belongs to the Special Issue on SP3 (Special Issue on Multidisciplinary Sciences and Advanced Technology 2023) and the Section Software Engineering – Computer Science (SEC))

by Kitty Kioskli, Spyridon Papastergiou and Theofanis Fotis
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 2, Issue 9, Page # 1-11, 2023; DOI: 10.55708/js0209001
Abstract: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) present complex challenges in patient care. Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers transformative potential, but its implementation requires addressing key issues. This study proposes a swarm intelligence-inspired clinical validation framework for NCDs, promoting openness, trustworthiness, and continuous self-validation. The framework creates a collaborative environment, connecting healthcare entities, patients, caregivers, and professionals. The swarm-based approach… Read More

(This article belongs to the Special Issue on SP3 (Special Issue on Multidisciplinary Sciences and Advanced Technology 2023) and the Section Medical Informatics (MDI))

by Yi Liu, Wendy Wang and Haibo Wang
Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, Volume 2, Issue 8, Page # 1-18, 2023; DOI: 10.55708/js0208001
Abstract: Cancer is one of the leading causes for death worldwide. Accurate and timely detection of cancer can save lives. As more machine learning algorithms and approaches have been applied in cancer diagnosis, there has been a need to analyze their performance. This study has compared the detection accuracy and speed of nineteen machine learning algorithms… Read More

(This article belongs to the Special Issue on SP3 (Special Issue on Multidisciplinary Sciences and Advanced Technology 2023) and the Section Medical Informatics (MDI))