Single-photon avalanche diode(SPAD)image sensors are widely used in direct time-of-flight(D-TOF)imaging,but their ranging performance is often constrained by limited laser power.This article presents a SPAD-based D-TO...Single-photon avalanche diode(SPAD)image sensors are widely used in direct time-of-flight(D-TOF)imaging,but their ranging performance is often constrained by limited laser power.This article presents a SPAD-based D-TOF imaging system that combines a reconfigurable macro-pixel sensor architecture with a lightweight depth completion algorithm to achieve long-range depth imaging with enhanced spatial resolution under low optical power.The proposed sensor adopts a back-side illuminated(BSI)3D-stacked architecture with programmable macro-pixels that enhance detection sensitivity and enable flexible sensitivity–resolution trade-offs.An injection-locked ring-oscillator-based time-to-digital converter(RO-TDC)array achieves a time resolution of 152.5 ps,enabling accurate TOF measurement at an optical power of 10 mW.To compensate for macropixel-induced resolution loss,a probabilistic normalized convolutional neural network(pNCNN)is employed for depth completion using sparse depth inputs only.Experimental results demonstrate that up to 30×effective resolution enhancement of the system can be achieved via the depth completion algorithm without changing the physical resolution of the sensor.Additionally,the proposed system achieves a maximum ranging distance of 90 m and a range-to-power figure-of-merit(FOM)of9 m/mW,which validates the effectiveness of the system.展开更多
This study proposes a Multi-Stage Sparrow Search Algorithm(MS-SSA)for precise structural damage identification.Initially,the structural static displacement sensitivity formulation is derived via the Sherman-Morrison-W...This study proposes a Multi-Stage Sparrow Search Algorithm(MS-SSA)for precise structural damage identification.Initially,the structural static displacement sensitivity formulation is derived via the Sherman-Morrison-Woodbury formula,and an objective function is constructed by integrating the sensitivity equations with the L2-norm penalty.Subsequently,MS-SSA is implemented to sequentially achieve preliminary damage localization and accurate quantification.In the localization phase,a constrained narrow-bound search space is predefined to identify potential damage regions.Leveraging this feedback,the sensitivity equations are condensed,and the search boundaries are adaptively refined for the quantification phase,where SSA is reapplied to precisely determine damage severity while mitigating misjudgments.TheMS-SSA framework exhibits two distinct advantages:(i)Phase I localization accelerates convergence by constraining the search space,as it does not target precise quantification;and(ii)the significant reduction in unknowns achieved by excluding intact elements in Phase II enables rapid convergence to the global optimum.Comparative studies against the GreyWolf Optimizer(GWO),Whale Optimization Algorithm(WOA),and standard SSA demonstrate that the proposed method effectively overcomes computational instability,slowconvergence,and large errors inherent in swarm intelligence optimization for damage identification.Specifically,numerical case studies reveal that the identification error is reduced to merely 9%~22%of that associated with existing methods,with experimental validation confirming reductions to 18%~22%.Overall,the proposed approach achieves high-fidelity damage identification while eliminating false positives and false negatives.展开更多
This paper proposes a novel approach for predicting the residual strength of corroded pipelines by combining the Kernel Extreme Learning Machine(KELM)with Sparrow Search Algorithm(SSA)optimization.The proposed SSA-KEL...This paper proposes a novel approach for predicting the residual strength of corroded pipelines by combining the Kernel Extreme Learning Machine(KELM)with Sparrow Search Algorithm(SSA)optimization.The proposed SSA-KELM model addresses the limitations of traditional evaluation methods and single machine learning models in residual strength prediction.A dataset comprising 80 samples from burst tests and finite element simulations was used to validate the model.Results demonstrate that the SSA-KELM model achieves superior prediction accuracy with a maximum relative error of 13.54%and minimum relative error of 0.20%.The model’s mean absolute error(MAE),root mean square error(RMSE),and mean absolute percentage error(MAPE)are 0.658%,0.780%,and 4.38%,respectively,significantly outperforming conventional machine learning models and traditional assessment methods.This research provides a reliable tool for evaluating pipeline integrity and maintenance planning.展开更多
The High Frequency(HF, 3–30 MHz) to Very High Frequency(VHF, 30–300 MHz) band is a critical observational window in radio astronomy, playing a key role in the study of early-universe reionization, space weather moni...The High Frequency(HF, 3–30 MHz) to Very High Frequency(VHF, 30–300 MHz) band is a critical observational window in radio astronomy, playing a key role in the study of early-universe reionization, space weather monitoring, and solar physics. We determine whether a genetic algorithm-optimized sparse configuration of a 64-element planar radio antenna array can minimize the peak sidelobe level and enhance performance within the 10–90 MHz frequency range, compared with a regular configuration. The sparse-optimized array achieves a 1.04 dB reduction in peak sidelobe level across the frequency band compared with the regular array. Sensitivity improves significantly at all frequency points, with increases of up to 56% at 10 MHz and 45% at 50 MHz. At 90 MHz, the sensitivity matches that of the regular array. At three representative frequencies(50 MHz, 60 MHz, and 70 MHz), grating lobe suppression tests at different scan angles show that the regular array shows prominent grating lobes at specific scan angles(θ =53° at 50 MHz, θ = 30° at 60 MHz, and θ = 15° at 70 MHz). By contrast, the sparse array shows no observable grating lobes, confirming its superior suppression capability. At wide bandwidths, a sparse array optimized with a genetic algorithm outperforms a regular array in peak sidelobe level, sensitivity, and scanning range, supporting its use as a better technical solution for radio astronomical observations.展开更多
A non-orthogonal multiple access(NOMA) power allocation scheme on the basis of the sparrow search algorithm(SSA) is proposed in this work. Specifically, the logarithmic utility function is utilized to address the pote...A non-orthogonal multiple access(NOMA) power allocation scheme on the basis of the sparrow search algorithm(SSA) is proposed in this work. Specifically, the logarithmic utility function is utilized to address the potential fairness issue that may arise from the maximum sum-rate based objective function and the optical power constraints are set considering the non-negativity of the transmit signal, the requirement of the human eyes safety and all users' quality of service(Qo S). Then, the SSA is utilized to solve this optimization problem. Moreover, to demonstrate the superiority of the proposed strategy, it is compared with the fixed power allocation(FPA) and the gain ratio power allocation(GRPA) schemes. Results show that regardless of the number of users considered, the sum-rate achieved by SSA consistently outperforms that of FPA and GRPA schemes. Specifically, compared to FPA and GRPA schemes, the sum-rate obtained by SSA is increased by 40.45% and 53.44% when the number of users is 7, respectively. The proposed SSA also has better performance in terms of user fairness. This work will benefit the design and development of the NOMA-visible light communication(VLC) systems.展开更多
The problem of collision avoidance for non-cooperative targets has received significant attention from researchers in recent years.Non-cooperative targets exhibit uncertain states and unpredictable behaviors,making co...The problem of collision avoidance for non-cooperative targets has received significant attention from researchers in recent years.Non-cooperative targets exhibit uncertain states and unpredictable behaviors,making collision avoidance significantly more challenging than that for space debris.Much existing research focuses on the continuous thrust model,whereas the impulsive maneuver model is more appropriate for long-duration and long-distance avoidance missions.Additionally,it is important to minimize the impact on the original mission while avoiding noncooperative targets.On the other hand,the existing avoidance algorithms are computationally complex and time-consuming especially with the limited computing capability of the on-board computer,posing challenges for practical engineering applications.To conquer these difficulties,this paper makes the following key contributions:(A)a turn-based(sequential decision-making)limited-area impulsive collision avoidance model considering the time delay of precision orbit determination is established for the first time;(B)a novel Selection Probability Learning Adaptive Search-depth Search Tree(SPL-ASST)algorithm is proposed for non-cooperative target avoidance,which improves the decision-making efficiency by introducing an adaptive-search-depth mechanism and a neural network into the traditional Monte Carlo Tree Search(MCTS).Numerical simulations confirm the effectiveness and efficiency of the proposed method.展开更多
Industrial linear accelerators often contain many bunches when their pulse widths are extended to microseconds.As they typically operate at low electron energies and high currents,the interactions among bunches cannot...Industrial linear accelerators often contain many bunches when their pulse widths are extended to microseconds.As they typically operate at low electron energies and high currents,the interactions among bunches cannot be neglected.In this study,an algorithm is introduced for calculating the space charge force of a train with infinite bunches.By utilizing the ring charge model and the particle-in-cell(PIC)method and combining analytical and numerical methods,the proposed algorithm efficiently calculates the space charge force of infinite bunches,enabling the accurate design of accelerator parameters and a comprehensive understanding of the space charge force.This is a significant improvement on existing simulation software such as ASTRA and PARMELA that can only handle a single bunch or a small number of bunches.The PIC algorithm is validated in long drift space transport by comparing it with existing models,such as the infinite-bunch,ASTRA single-bunch,and PARMELA several-bunch algorithms.The space charge force calculation results for the external acceleration field are also verified.The reliability of the proposed algorithm provides a foundation for the design and optimization of industrial accelerators.展开更多
In this research work,the localized generation from renewable resources and the distribution of energy to agricultural loads,which is a local microgrid concept,have been considered,and its feasibility has been assesse...In this research work,the localized generation from renewable resources and the distribution of energy to agricultural loads,which is a local microgrid concept,have been considered,and its feasibility has been assessed.Two dispatch algorithms,named Cycle Charging and Load Following,are implemented to find the optimal solution(i.e.,net cost,operation cost,carbon emission.energy cost,component sizing,etc.)of the hybrid system.The microgrid is also modeled in the DIgSILENT Power Factory platform,and the respective power system responses are then evaluated.The development of dispatch algorithms specifically tailored for agricultural applications has enabled to dynamically manage energy flows,responding to fluctuating demands and resource availability in real-time.Through careful consideration of factors such as seasonal variations and irrigation requirements,these algorithms have enhanced the resilience and adaptability of the microgrid to dynamic operational conditions.However,it is revealed that both approaches have produced the same techno-economic results showing no significant difference.This illustrates the fact that the considered microgrid can be implemented with either strategy without significant fluctuation in performance.The study has shown that the harmful gas emission has also been limited to only 17,928 kg/year of CO2,and 77.7 kg/year of Sulfur Dioxide.For the proposed microgrid and load profile of 165.29 kWh/day,the net present cost is USD 718,279,and the cost of energy is USD 0.0463 with a renewable fraction of 97.6%.The optimal sizes for PV,Bio,Grid,Electrolyzer,and Converter are 1494,500,999,999,500,and 495 kW,respectively.For a hydrogen tank(HTank),the optimal size is found to be 350 kg.This research work provides critical insights into the techno-economic feasibility and environmental impact of integrating biomass-PV-hydrogen storage-Grid hybrid renewable microgrids into agricultural settings.展开更多
Precisely estimating the state of health(SOH)of lithium-ion batteries is essential for battery management systems(BMS),as it plays a key role in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of battery systems.However,curr...Precisely estimating the state of health(SOH)of lithium-ion batteries is essential for battery management systems(BMS),as it plays a key role in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of battery systems.However,current SOH estimation methods often overlook the valuable temperature information that can effectively characterize battery aging during capacity degradation.Additionally,the Elman neural network,which is commonly employed for SOH estimation,exhibits several drawbacks,including slow training speed,a tendency to become trapped in local minima,and the initialization of weights and thresholds using pseudo-random numbers,leading to unstable model performance.To address these issues,this study addresses the challenge of precise and effective SOH detection by proposing a method for estimating the SOH of lithium-ion batteries based on differential thermal voltammetry(DTV)and an SSA-Elman neural network.Firstly,two health features(HFs)considering temperature factors and battery voltage are extracted fromthe differential thermal voltammetry curves and incremental capacity curves.Next,the Sparrow Search Algorithm(SSA)is employed to optimize the initial weights and thresholds of the Elman neural network,forming the SSA-Elman neural network model.To validate the performance,various neural networks,including the proposed SSA-Elman network,are tested using the Oxford battery aging dataset.The experimental results demonstrate that the method developed in this study achieves superior accuracy and robustness,with a mean absolute error(MAE)of less than 0.9%and a rootmean square error(RMSE)below 1.4%.展开更多
The economic dispatch problem(EDP) of microgrids operating in both grid-connected and isolated modes within an energy internet framework is addressed in this paper. The multi-agent leader-following consensus algorithm...The economic dispatch problem(EDP) of microgrids operating in both grid-connected and isolated modes within an energy internet framework is addressed in this paper. The multi-agent leader-following consensus algorithm is employed to address the EDP of microgrids in grid-connected mode, while the push-pull algorithm with a fixed step size is introduced for the isolated mode. The proposed algorithm of isolated mode is proven to converge to the optimum when the interaction digraph of microgrids is strongly connected. A unified algorithmic framework is proposed to handle the two modes of operation of microgrids simultaneously, enabling our algorithm to achieve optimal power allocation and maintain the balance between power supply and demand in any mode and any mode switching. Due to the push-pull structure of the algorithm and the use of fixed step size,the proposed algorithm can better handle the case of unbalanced graphs, and the convergence speed is improved. It is documented that when the transmission topology is strongly connected and there is bi-directional communication between the energy router and its neighbors, the proposed algorithm in composite mode achieves economic dispatch even with arbitrary mode switching.Finally, we demonstrate the effectiveness and superiority of our algorithm through numerical simulations.展开更多
The virtual preassembly of super-high steel bridge towers faces a challenge in the efficient and precise extraction of complex cross-sectional features.Factors such as fabrication errors,gravity-induced deformations,a...The virtual preassembly of super-high steel bridge towers faces a challenge in the efficient and precise extraction of complex cross-sectional features.Factors such as fabrication errors,gravity-induced deformations,and temperature fluctuations can compromise the accuracy of contour extraction.To address these limitations,an improved Alpha-shape-based point cloud contour extraction method is proposed.The proposed approach uses a hierarchical strategy to process three-dimensional laser scanning point clouds.The processed data are then subjected to curvatureadaptive voxel filtering to reduce acquisition noise.In addition,an enhanced iterative closest point(ICP)variant with correspondence validation accurately aligns the discrete point cloud segments.The proposed curvature-responsive Alpha-shape framework enables multiscale contour delineation through topology-adaptive threshold modulation,which resolves boundary ambiguities in geometrically complex cross-sections.The method was experimentally validated using field-acquired measurement datasets from the Zhangjinggao Yangtze River Bridge tower segments,confirming its capability to reconstruct noncanonical cross-sectional geometries.Three contour extraction methods,including Poisson reconstruction,the conventional Alpha-shape algorithm,and random sample consensus with ICP(RANSAC-ICP),were compared to evaluate the performance of the proposed Alpha-shape algorithm.The results demonstrate that the proposed method achieves superior contour extraction accuracy and data reduction efficiency,highlighting its effectiveness in contour extraction tasks.展开更多
Performance-based warranties(PBWs)are widely used in industry and manufacturing.Given that PBW can impose financial burdens on manufacturers,rational maintenance decisions are essential for expanding profit margins.Th...Performance-based warranties(PBWs)are widely used in industry and manufacturing.Given that PBW can impose financial burdens on manufacturers,rational maintenance decisions are essential for expanding profit margins.This paper proposes an optimization model for PBW decisions for systems affected by Gamma degradation processes,incorporating periodic inspection.A system performance degradation model is established.Preventive maintenance probability and corrective renewal probability models are developed to calculate expected warranty costs and system availability.A benefits function,which includes incentives,is constructed to optimize the initial and subsequent inspection intervals and preventive maintenance thresholds,thereby maximizing warranty profit.An improved sparrow search algorithm is developed to optimize the model,with a case study on large steam turbine rotor shafts.The results suggest the optimal PBW strategy involves an initial inspection interval of approximately 20 months,with subsequent intervals of about four months,and a preventive maintenance threshold of approximately 37.39 mm wear.When compared to common cost-minimization-based condition maintenance strategies and PBW strategies that do not differentiate between initial and subsequent inspection intervals,the proposed PBW strategy increases the manufacturer’s profit by 1%and 18%,respectively.Sensitivity analyses provide managerial recommendations for PBW implementation.The PBW strategy proposed in this study significantly increases manufacturers’profits by optimizing inspection intervals and preventive maintenance thresholds,and manufacturers should focus on technological improvement in preventive maintenance and cost control to further enhance earnings.展开更多
A novel intelligent optimization algorithm inspired by nature,called sea otter optimization algorithm(SOOA),is proposed.The SOOA simulates the natural behaviors of sea otters,such as using tactile senses to search for...A novel intelligent optimization algorithm inspired by nature,called sea otter optimization algorithm(SOOA),is proposed.The SOOA simulates the natural behaviors of sea otters,such as using tactile senses to search for food in seawater,grooming their fur,feeding with the aid of stones,and escaping from danger.In the exploration stage,a wetness factor is introduced to control the behavior of sea otters in foraging and grooming;a danger factor is introduced to control the behavior of sea otters in feeding and avoiding dangers in the exploitation stage,and the behaviors of sea otters in responding to different dangers are mathematically modeled.The proposed algorithm is compared with 9 well-known intelligent optimization algorithms,and evaluated in 13 benchmark functions as well as wireless sensor network coverage optimization problems to verify the effectiveness of the proposed algorithm.The experimental results show that the node coverage after SOOA optimization reaches 91.2%in 2D environment and 90.47%in 3D environment.Compared with other algorithms,SOOA is superior and possesses the ability to solve complex optimization problems.展开更多
With the continuous improvement of the accuracy of geodetic deformation data,the inversion of seismic source parameters puts forward a higher demand for nonlinear inversion algorithms.In this research,an improved Spar...With the continuous improvement of the accuracy of geodetic deformation data,the inversion of seismic source parameters puts forward a higher demand for nonlinear inversion algorithms.In this research,an improved Sparrow Search Algorithm(SSA)is proposed for the seismic source parameter inversion problem.By replacing the original population generation in the improved algorithm with Latin hypercubic sampling,the Sparrow Search Algorithm reduces the repetition of samples in the population initialization.Subsequently,the algorithm introduces adaptive weights in the discoverer generation phase of the sparrow algorithm and combines the Levy flight strategy to make the algorithm more comprehensive and improve the search accuracy during the whole iteration process.Therefore,the improved Latin hypercube-based sparrow search algorithm(ILHSSA)has better advantages in terms of iterative convergence speed and stability.In order to verify the performance of ILHSSA,the basic genetic algorithm(GA)and sparrow search algorithm(SSA)are examined and compared with ILHSSA by simulated earthquakes of two different earthquake types.The simulation experiments show that the improved algorithm ILHSSA outperforms SSA in accuracy and stability.Compared with the GA algorithm,ILHSSA can achieve the same inversion accuracy as GA,and it even surpasses GA in inversion speed and the inversion results of some parameters,demonstrating better stability.Finally,the improved algorithm is used for the 2017 Bodrum-Cos earthquake and the 2016 Amatrice earthquake in Italy.The inversion results all reflect the practicality and reliability of the improved algorithm.展开更多
The cemented tailings backfill(CTB)with initial defects is more prone to destabilization damage under the influence of various unfavorable factors during the mining process.In order to investigate its influence on the...The cemented tailings backfill(CTB)with initial defects is more prone to destabilization damage under the influence of various unfavorable factors during the mining process.In order to investigate its influence on the stability of underground mining engineering,this paper simulates the generation of different degrees of initial defects inside the CTB by adding different contents of air-entraining agent(AEA),investigates the acoustic emission RA/AF eigenvalues of CTB with different contents of AEA under uniaxial compression,and adopts various denoising algorithms(e.g.,moving average smoothing,median filtering,and outlier detection)to improve the accuracy of the data.The variance and autocorrelation coefficients of RA/AF parameters were analyzed in conjunction with the critical slowing down(CSD)theory.The results show that the acoustic emission RA/AF values can be used to characterize the progressive damage evolution of CTB.The denoising algorithm processed the AE signals to reduce the effects of extraneous noise and anomalous spikes.Changes in the variance curves provide clear precursor information,while abrupt changes in the autocorrelation coefficient can be used as an auxiliary localization warning signal.The phenomenon of dramatic increase in the variance and autocorrelation coefficient curves during the compression-tightening stage,which is influenced by the initial defects,can lead to false warnings.As the initial defects of the CTB increase,its instability precursor time and instability time are prolonged,the peak stress decreases,and the time difference between the CTB and the instability damage is smaller.The results provide a new method for real-time monitoring and early warning of CTB instability damage.展开更多
Frequency diverse array multiple-input multiple-output(FDA-MIMO)radar has gained considerable research attention due to its ability to effectively counter active repeater deception jamming in complex electromagnetic e...Frequency diverse array multiple-input multiple-output(FDA-MIMO)radar has gained considerable research attention due to its ability to effectively counter active repeater deception jamming in complex electromagnetic environments.The effectiveness of interference suppression by FDA-MIMO is limited by the inherent range-angle coupling issue in the FDA beampattern.Existing literature primarily focuses on control methods for FDA-MIMO radar beam direction under the assumption of static beampatterns,with insufficient exploration of techniques for managing nonstationary beam directions.To address this gap,this paper initially introduces the FDA-MIMO signal model and the calculation formula for the FDA-MIMO array output using the minimum variance distortionless response(MVDR)beamformer.Building on this,the problem of determining the optimal frequency offset for the FDA is rephrased as a convex optimization problem,which is then resolved using the cuckoo search(CS)algorithm.Simulations confirm the effectiveness of the proposed approach,showing that the frequency offsets obtained through the CS algorithm can create a dot-shaped beam direction at the target location while effectively suppressing interference signals within the mainlobe.展开更多
The exponential growth in the scale of power systems has led to a significant increase in the complexity of dispatch problem resolution,particularly within multi-area interconnected power grids.This complexity necessi...The exponential growth in the scale of power systems has led to a significant increase in the complexity of dispatch problem resolution,particularly within multi-area interconnected power grids.This complexity necessitates the employment of distributed solution methodologies,which are not only essential but also highly desirable.In the realm of computational modelling,the multi-area economic dispatch problem(MAED)can be formulated as a linearly constrained separable convex optimization problem.The proximal point algorithm(PPA)is particularly adept at addressing such mathematical constructs effectively.This study introduces parallel(PPPA)and serial(SPPA)variants of the PPA as distributed algorithms,specifically designed for the computational modelling of the MAED.The PPA introduces a quadratic term into the objective function,which,while potentially complicating the iterative updates of the algorithm,serves to dampen oscillations near the optimal solution,thereby enhancing the convergence characteristics.Furthermore,the convergence efficiency of the PPA is significantly influenced by the parameter c.To address this parameter sensitivity,this research draws on trend theory from stock market analysis to propose trend theory-driven distributed PPPA and SPPA,thereby enhancing the robustness of the computational models.The computational models proposed in this study are anticipated to exhibit superior performance in terms of convergence behaviour,stability,and robustness with respect to parameter selection,potentially outperforming existing methods such as the alternating direction method of multipliers(ADMM)and Auxiliary Problem Principle(APP)in the computational simulation of power system dispatch problems.The simulation results demonstrate that the trend theory-based PPPA,SPPA,ADMM and APP exhibit significant robustness to the initial value of parameter c,and show superior convergence characteristics compared to the residual balancing ADMM.展开更多
Challenges in stratigraphic modeling arise from underground uncertainty.While borehole exploration is reliable,it remains sparse due to economic and site constraints.Electrical resistivity tomography(ERT)as a cost-eff...Challenges in stratigraphic modeling arise from underground uncertainty.While borehole exploration is reliable,it remains sparse due to economic and site constraints.Electrical resistivity tomography(ERT)as a cost-effective geophysical technique can acquire high-density data;however,uncertainty and nonuniqueness inherent in ERT impede its usage for stratigraphy identification.This paper integrates ERT and onsite observations for the first time to propose a novel method for characterizing stratigraphic profiles.The method consists of two steps:(1)ERT for prior knowledge:ERT data are processed by soft clustering using the Gaussian mixture model,followed by probability smoothing to quantify its depthdependent uncertainty;and(2)Observations for calibration:a spatial sequential Bayesian updating(SSBU)algorithm is developed to update the prior knowledge based on likelihoods derived from onsite observations,namely topsoil and boreholes.The effectiveness of the proposed method is validated through its application to a real slope site in Foshan,China.Comparative analysis with advanced borehole-driven methods highlights the superiority of incorporating ERT data in stratigraphic modeling,in terms of prediction accuracy at borehole locations and sensitivity to borehole data.Informed by ERT,reduced sensitivity to boreholes provides a fundamental solution to the longstanding challenge of sparse measurements.The paper further discusses the impact of ERT uncertainty on the proposed model using time-lapse measurements,the impact of model resolution,and applicability in engineering projects.This study,as a breakthrough in stratigraphic modeling,bridges gaps in combining geophysical and geotechnical data to address measurement sparsity and paves the way for more economical geotechnical exploration.展开更多
基金supported in part by the National Key Research and Development Program of China under Grant 2024YFE0201500in part by the National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant 62334008,Grant 62274154,Grant 62534004,Grant 92464103,Grant 62404218,Grant 62134004。
摘要Single-photon avalanche diode(SPAD)image sensors are widely used in direct time-of-flight(D-TOF)imaging,but their ranging performance is often constrained by limited laser power.This article presents a SPAD-based D-TOF imaging system that combines a reconfigurable macro-pixel sensor architecture with a lightweight depth completion algorithm to achieve long-range depth imaging with enhanced spatial resolution under low optical power.The proposed sensor adopts a back-side illuminated(BSI)3D-stacked architecture with programmable macro-pixels that enhance detection sensitivity and enable flexible sensitivity–resolution trade-offs.An injection-locked ring-oscillator-based time-to-digital converter(RO-TDC)array achieves a time resolution of 152.5 ps,enabling accurate TOF measurement at an optical power of 10 mW.To compensate for macropixel-induced resolution loss,a probabilistic normalized convolutional neural network(pNCNN)is employed for depth completion using sparse depth inputs only.Experimental results demonstrate that up to 30×effective resolution enhancement of the system can be achieved via the depth completion algorithm without changing the physical resolution of the sensor.Additionally,the proposed system achieves a maximum ranging distance of 90 m and a range-to-power figure-of-merit(FOM)of9 m/mW,which validates the effectiveness of the system.
摘要This study proposes a Multi-Stage Sparrow Search Algorithm(MS-SSA)for precise structural damage identification.Initially,the structural static displacement sensitivity formulation is derived via the Sherman-Morrison-Woodbury formula,and an objective function is constructed by integrating the sensitivity equations with the L2-norm penalty.Subsequently,MS-SSA is implemented to sequentially achieve preliminary damage localization and accurate quantification.In the localization phase,a constrained narrow-bound search space is predefined to identify potential damage regions.Leveraging this feedback,the sensitivity equations are condensed,and the search boundaries are adaptively refined for the quantification phase,where SSA is reapplied to precisely determine damage severity while mitigating misjudgments.TheMS-SSA framework exhibits two distinct advantages:(i)Phase I localization accelerates convergence by constraining the search space,as it does not target precise quantification;and(ii)the significant reduction in unknowns achieved by excluding intact elements in Phase II enables rapid convergence to the global optimum.Comparative studies against the GreyWolf Optimizer(GWO),Whale Optimization Algorithm(WOA),and standard SSA demonstrate that the proposed method effectively overcomes computational instability,slowconvergence,and large errors inherent in swarm intelligence optimization for damage identification.Specifically,numerical case studies reveal that the identification error is reduced to merely 9%~22%of that associated with existing methods,with experimental validation confirming reductions to 18%~22%.Overall,the proposed approach achieves high-fidelity damage identification while eliminating false positives and false negatives.
摘要This paper proposes a novel approach for predicting the residual strength of corroded pipelines by combining the Kernel Extreme Learning Machine(KELM)with Sparrow Search Algorithm(SSA)optimization.The proposed SSA-KELM model addresses the limitations of traditional evaluation methods and single machine learning models in residual strength prediction.A dataset comprising 80 samples from burst tests and finite element simulations was used to validate the model.Results demonstrate that the SSA-KELM model achieves superior prediction accuracy with a maximum relative error of 13.54%and minimum relative error of 0.20%.The model’s mean absolute error(MAE),root mean square error(RMSE),and mean absolute percentage error(MAPE)are 0.658%,0.780%,and 4.38%,respectively,significantly outperforming conventional machine learning models and traditional assessment methods.This research provides a reliable tool for evaluating pipeline integrity and maintenance planning.
基金supported by the Special Project for Building a Science and Technology Innovation Center Facing South and Southeast Asia-Yunnan Provincial International Joint Innovation Platform:the SKA Special Project of the Ministry of Science and Technology of the People’s Republic of China(2020SKA0110202)“Yunnan Provincial China-Malaysia International Joint Laboratory of Advanced Radio Astronomy Technology at HF-VHF Bands”(202303AP140003)+5 种基金the Cultivation Project of Joint Fund for Astronomy under the National Natural Science Foundation of China(U2031133)the International Partnership Program of the Bureau of International Cooperation,Chinese Academy of Sciences:“Belt and Road”Cooperation(114A11KYSB20200001)the Kunming Municipal Foreign(International)Cooperation Base Project:“Joint R&D Cooperation Base for Advanced Radio Astronomy Technology between Yunnan Observatories,Chinese Academy of Sciences and University of Malaya”(GHJD-2021022)the Key Special Project“Intergovernmental International Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation”under the National Key R&D Program of the Ministry of Science and Technology of the People’s Republic of China:“China-Malaysia Cooperative Research on Space Remote Sensing and Radio Astronomy Observation of Space Weather at Mid-Low Latitudes”(2022YFE0140000)the SKA Special Project of the Ministry of Science and Technology of the People’s Republic of China-High-Precision Calibration Method for Low-Frequency Radio Interferometric Arrays(2020SKA0110300)The Technology“Compact Team”Talent Project of Urumqi“Hongshan Science Innovation Talent”Cluster Program(B241018006)。
摘要The High Frequency(HF, 3–30 MHz) to Very High Frequency(VHF, 30–300 MHz) band is a critical observational window in radio astronomy, playing a key role in the study of early-universe reionization, space weather monitoring, and solar physics. We determine whether a genetic algorithm-optimized sparse configuration of a 64-element planar radio antenna array can minimize the peak sidelobe level and enhance performance within the 10–90 MHz frequency range, compared with a regular configuration. The sparse-optimized array achieves a 1.04 dB reduction in peak sidelobe level across the frequency band compared with the regular array. Sensitivity improves significantly at all frequency points, with increases of up to 56% at 10 MHz and 45% at 50 MHz. At 90 MHz, the sensitivity matches that of the regular array. At three representative frequencies(50 MHz, 60 MHz, and 70 MHz), grating lobe suppression tests at different scan angles show that the regular array shows prominent grating lobes at specific scan angles(θ =53° at 50 MHz, θ = 30° at 60 MHz, and θ = 15° at 70 MHz). By contrast, the sparse array shows no observable grating lobes, confirming its superior suppression capability. At wide bandwidths, a sparse array optimized with a genetic algorithm outperforms a regular array in peak sidelobe level, sensitivity, and scanning range, supporting its use as a better technical solution for radio astronomical observations.
基金supported by the Cooperative Research Project between China Coal Energy Research Institute Co.,Ltd. and Xidian University (No.N-KY-HX-1101-202302-00725)the Key Research and Development Program of Shaanxi Province (No.2017ZDCXL-GY-06-02)。
摘要A non-orthogonal multiple access(NOMA) power allocation scheme on the basis of the sparrow search algorithm(SSA) is proposed in this work. Specifically, the logarithmic utility function is utilized to address the potential fairness issue that may arise from the maximum sum-rate based objective function and the optical power constraints are set considering the non-negativity of the transmit signal, the requirement of the human eyes safety and all users' quality of service(Qo S). Then, the SSA is utilized to solve this optimization problem. Moreover, to demonstrate the superiority of the proposed strategy, it is compared with the fixed power allocation(FPA) and the gain ratio power allocation(GRPA) schemes. Results show that regardless of the number of users considered, the sum-rate achieved by SSA consistently outperforms that of FPA and GRPA schemes. Specifically, compared to FPA and GRPA schemes, the sum-rate obtained by SSA is increased by 40.45% and 53.44% when the number of users is 7, respectively. The proposed SSA also has better performance in terms of user fairness. This work will benefit the design and development of the NOMA-visible light communication(VLC) systems.
基金co-supported by the Foundation of Shanghai Astronautics Science and Technology Innovation,China(No.SAST2022-114)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.62303378),the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.124B2031,12202281)the Foundation of China National Key Laboratory of Science and Technology on Test Physics&Numerical Mathematics,China(No.08-YY-2023-R11)。
摘要The problem of collision avoidance for non-cooperative targets has received significant attention from researchers in recent years.Non-cooperative targets exhibit uncertain states and unpredictable behaviors,making collision avoidance significantly more challenging than that for space debris.Much existing research focuses on the continuous thrust model,whereas the impulsive maneuver model is more appropriate for long-duration and long-distance avoidance missions.Additionally,it is important to minimize the impact on the original mission while avoiding noncooperative targets.On the other hand,the existing avoidance algorithms are computationally complex and time-consuming especially with the limited computing capability of the on-board computer,posing challenges for practical engineering applications.To conquer these difficulties,this paper makes the following key contributions:(A)a turn-based(sequential decision-making)limited-area impulsive collision avoidance model considering the time delay of precision orbit determination is established for the first time;(B)a novel Selection Probability Learning Adaptive Search-depth Search Tree(SPL-ASST)algorithm is proposed for non-cooperative target avoidance,which improves the decision-making efficiency by introducing an adaptive-search-depth mechanism and a neural network into the traditional Monte Carlo Tree Search(MCTS).Numerical simulations confirm the effectiveness and efficiency of the proposed method.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program(No.2022YFC2402300)。
摘要Industrial linear accelerators often contain many bunches when their pulse widths are extended to microseconds.As they typically operate at low electron energies and high currents,the interactions among bunches cannot be neglected.In this study,an algorithm is introduced for calculating the space charge force of a train with infinite bunches.By utilizing the ring charge model and the particle-in-cell(PIC)method and combining analytical and numerical methods,the proposed algorithm efficiently calculates the space charge force of infinite bunches,enabling the accurate design of accelerator parameters and a comprehensive understanding of the space charge force.This is a significant improvement on existing simulation software such as ASTRA and PARMELA that can only handle a single bunch or a small number of bunches.The PIC algorithm is validated in long drift space transport by comparing it with existing models,such as the infinite-bunch,ASTRA single-bunch,and PARMELA several-bunch algorithms.The space charge force calculation results for the external acceleration field are also verified.The reliability of the proposed algorithm provides a foundation for the design and optimization of industrial accelerators.
基金financed by the Ministry of Science and Technology(MOST)Bangladesh under Special Research grant for the FY 2023-24(SRG 232410)Further,the authors extend their appreciation to the Deanship of Scientific Research at Northern Border University,Arar,Saudi Arabi for funding this research work through the project number“NBU-FFR-2025-3623-05”。
摘要In this research work,the localized generation from renewable resources and the distribution of energy to agricultural loads,which is a local microgrid concept,have been considered,and its feasibility has been assessed.Two dispatch algorithms,named Cycle Charging and Load Following,are implemented to find the optimal solution(i.e.,net cost,operation cost,carbon emission.energy cost,component sizing,etc.)of the hybrid system.The microgrid is also modeled in the DIgSILENT Power Factory platform,and the respective power system responses are then evaluated.The development of dispatch algorithms specifically tailored for agricultural applications has enabled to dynamically manage energy flows,responding to fluctuating demands and resource availability in real-time.Through careful consideration of factors such as seasonal variations and irrigation requirements,these algorithms have enhanced the resilience and adaptability of the microgrid to dynamic operational conditions.However,it is revealed that both approaches have produced the same techno-economic results showing no significant difference.This illustrates the fact that the considered microgrid can be implemented with either strategy without significant fluctuation in performance.The study has shown that the harmful gas emission has also been limited to only 17,928 kg/year of CO2,and 77.7 kg/year of Sulfur Dioxide.For the proposed microgrid and load profile of 165.29 kWh/day,the net present cost is USD 718,279,and the cost of energy is USD 0.0463 with a renewable fraction of 97.6%.The optimal sizes for PV,Bio,Grid,Electrolyzer,and Converter are 1494,500,999,999,500,and 495 kW,respectively.For a hydrogen tank(HTank),the optimal size is found to be 350 kg.This research work provides critical insights into the techno-economic feasibility and environmental impact of integrating biomass-PV-hydrogen storage-Grid hybrid renewable microgrids into agricultural settings.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)under Grant(No.51677058).
摘要Precisely estimating the state of health(SOH)of lithium-ion batteries is essential for battery management systems(BMS),as it plays a key role in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of battery systems.However,current SOH estimation methods often overlook the valuable temperature information that can effectively characterize battery aging during capacity degradation.Additionally,the Elman neural network,which is commonly employed for SOH estimation,exhibits several drawbacks,including slow training speed,a tendency to become trapped in local minima,and the initialization of weights and thresholds using pseudo-random numbers,leading to unstable model performance.To address these issues,this study addresses the challenge of precise and effective SOH detection by proposing a method for estimating the SOH of lithium-ion batteries based on differential thermal voltammetry(DTV)and an SSA-Elman neural network.Firstly,two health features(HFs)considering temperature factors and battery voltage are extracted fromthe differential thermal voltammetry curves and incremental capacity curves.Next,the Sparrow Search Algorithm(SSA)is employed to optimize the initial weights and thresholds of the Elman neural network,forming the SSA-Elman neural network model.To validate the performance,various neural networks,including the proposed SSA-Elman network,are tested using the Oxford battery aging dataset.The experimental results demonstrate that the method developed in this study achieves superior accuracy and robustness,with a mean absolute error(MAE)of less than 0.9%and a rootmean square error(RMSE)below 1.4%.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(62103203)
摘要The economic dispatch problem(EDP) of microgrids operating in both grid-connected and isolated modes within an energy internet framework is addressed in this paper. The multi-agent leader-following consensus algorithm is employed to address the EDP of microgrids in grid-connected mode, while the push-pull algorithm with a fixed step size is introduced for the isolated mode. The proposed algorithm of isolated mode is proven to converge to the optimum when the interaction digraph of microgrids is strongly connected. A unified algorithmic framework is proposed to handle the two modes of operation of microgrids simultaneously, enabling our algorithm to achieve optimal power allocation and maintain the balance between power supply and demand in any mode and any mode switching. Due to the push-pull structure of the algorithm and the use of fixed step size,the proposed algorithm can better handle the case of unbalanced graphs, and the convergence speed is improved. It is documented that when the transmission topology is strongly connected and there is bi-directional communication between the energy router and its neighbors, the proposed algorithm in composite mode achieves economic dispatch even with arbitrary mode switching.Finally, we demonstrate the effectiveness and superiority of our algorithm through numerical simulations.
基金The National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52338011)the Start-up Research Fund of Southeast University(No.RF1028624058)+1 种基金the Southeast University Interdisciplinary Research Program for Young Scholarsthe National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2024YFC3014103).
摘要The virtual preassembly of super-high steel bridge towers faces a challenge in the efficient and precise extraction of complex cross-sectional features.Factors such as fabrication errors,gravity-induced deformations,and temperature fluctuations can compromise the accuracy of contour extraction.To address these limitations,an improved Alpha-shape-based point cloud contour extraction method is proposed.The proposed approach uses a hierarchical strategy to process three-dimensional laser scanning point clouds.The processed data are then subjected to curvatureadaptive voxel filtering to reduce acquisition noise.In addition,an enhanced iterative closest point(ICP)variant with correspondence validation accurately aligns the discrete point cloud segments.The proposed curvature-responsive Alpha-shape framework enables multiscale contour delineation through topology-adaptive threshold modulation,which resolves boundary ambiguities in geometrically complex cross-sections.The method was experimentally validated using field-acquired measurement datasets from the Zhangjinggao Yangtze River Bridge tower segments,confirming its capability to reconstruct noncanonical cross-sectional geometries.Three contour extraction methods,including Poisson reconstruction,the conventional Alpha-shape algorithm,and random sample consensus with ICP(RANSAC-ICP),were compared to evaluate the performance of the proposed Alpha-shape algorithm.The results demonstrate that the proposed method achieves superior contour extraction accuracy and data reduction efficiency,highlighting its effectiveness in contour extraction tasks.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(71871219).
摘要Performance-based warranties(PBWs)are widely used in industry and manufacturing.Given that PBW can impose financial burdens on manufacturers,rational maintenance decisions are essential for expanding profit margins.This paper proposes an optimization model for PBW decisions for systems affected by Gamma degradation processes,incorporating periodic inspection.A system performance degradation model is established.Preventive maintenance probability and corrective renewal probability models are developed to calculate expected warranty costs and system availability.A benefits function,which includes incentives,is constructed to optimize the initial and subsequent inspection intervals and preventive maintenance thresholds,thereby maximizing warranty profit.An improved sparrow search algorithm is developed to optimize the model,with a case study on large steam turbine rotor shafts.The results suggest the optimal PBW strategy involves an initial inspection interval of approximately 20 months,with subsequent intervals of about four months,and a preventive maintenance threshold of approximately 37.39 mm wear.When compared to common cost-minimization-based condition maintenance strategies and PBW strategies that do not differentiate between initial and subsequent inspection intervals,the proposed PBW strategy increases the manufacturer’s profit by 1%and 18%,respectively.Sensitivity analyses provide managerial recommendations for PBW implementation.The PBW strategy proposed in this study significantly increases manufacturers’profits by optimizing inspection intervals and preventive maintenance thresholds,and manufacturers should focus on technological improvement in preventive maintenance and cost control to further enhance earnings.
基金the Special Research Fund for the Na-tional Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022ZD0119001)。
摘要A novel intelligent optimization algorithm inspired by nature,called sea otter optimization algorithm(SOOA),is proposed.The SOOA simulates the natural behaviors of sea otters,such as using tactile senses to search for food in seawater,grooming their fur,feeding with the aid of stones,and escaping from danger.In the exploration stage,a wetness factor is introduced to control the behavior of sea otters in foraging and grooming;a danger factor is introduced to control the behavior of sea otters in feeding and avoiding dangers in the exploitation stage,and the behaviors of sea otters in responding to different dangers are mathematically modeled.The proposed algorithm is compared with 9 well-known intelligent optimization algorithms,and evaluated in 13 benchmark functions as well as wireless sensor network coverage optimization problems to verify the effectiveness of the proposed algorithm.The experimental results show that the node coverage after SOOA optimization reaches 91.2%in 2D environment and 90.47%in 3D environment.Compared with other algorithms,SOOA is superior and possesses the ability to solve complex optimization problems.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(42174011).
摘要With the continuous improvement of the accuracy of geodetic deformation data,the inversion of seismic source parameters puts forward a higher demand for nonlinear inversion algorithms.In this research,an improved Sparrow Search Algorithm(SSA)is proposed for the seismic source parameter inversion problem.By replacing the original population generation in the improved algorithm with Latin hypercubic sampling,the Sparrow Search Algorithm reduces the repetition of samples in the population initialization.Subsequently,the algorithm introduces adaptive weights in the discoverer generation phase of the sparrow algorithm and combines the Levy flight strategy to make the algorithm more comprehensive and improve the search accuracy during the whole iteration process.Therefore,the improved Latin hypercube-based sparrow search algorithm(ILHSSA)has better advantages in terms of iterative convergence speed and stability.In order to verify the performance of ILHSSA,the basic genetic algorithm(GA)and sparrow search algorithm(SSA)are examined and compared with ILHSSA by simulated earthquakes of two different earthquake types.The simulation experiments show that the improved algorithm ILHSSA outperforms SSA in accuracy and stability.Compared with the GA algorithm,ILHSSA can achieve the same inversion accuracy as GA,and it even surpasses GA in inversion speed and the inversion results of some parameters,demonstrating better stability.Finally,the improved algorithm is used for the 2017 Bodrum-Cos earthquake and the 2016 Amatrice earthquake in Italy.The inversion results all reflect the practicality and reliability of the improved algorithm.
基金Projects(52374138,51764013)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(20204BCJ22005)supported by the Training Plan for Academic and Technical Leaders of Major Disciplines of Jiangxi Province,China+1 种基金Project(2019M652277)supported by the China Postdoctoral Science FoundationProject(20192ACBL21014)supported by the Natural Science Youth Foundation Key Projects of Jiangxi Province,China。
摘要The cemented tailings backfill(CTB)with initial defects is more prone to destabilization damage under the influence of various unfavorable factors during the mining process.In order to investigate its influence on the stability of underground mining engineering,this paper simulates the generation of different degrees of initial defects inside the CTB by adding different contents of air-entraining agent(AEA),investigates the acoustic emission RA/AF eigenvalues of CTB with different contents of AEA under uniaxial compression,and adopts various denoising algorithms(e.g.,moving average smoothing,median filtering,and outlier detection)to improve the accuracy of the data.The variance and autocorrelation coefficients of RA/AF parameters were analyzed in conjunction with the critical slowing down(CSD)theory.The results show that the acoustic emission RA/AF values can be used to characterize the progressive damage evolution of CTB.The denoising algorithm processed the AE signals to reduce the effects of extraneous noise and anomalous spikes.Changes in the variance curves provide clear precursor information,while abrupt changes in the autocorrelation coefficient can be used as an auxiliary localization warning signal.The phenomenon of dramatic increase in the variance and autocorrelation coefficient curves during the compression-tightening stage,which is influenced by the initial defects,can lead to false warnings.As the initial defects of the CTB increase,its instability precursor time and instability time are prolonged,the peak stress decreases,and the time difference between the CTB and the instability damage is smaller.The results provide a new method for real-time monitoring and early warning of CTB instability damage.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(61503408)。
摘要Frequency diverse array multiple-input multiple-output(FDA-MIMO)radar has gained considerable research attention due to its ability to effectively counter active repeater deception jamming in complex electromagnetic environments.The effectiveness of interference suppression by FDA-MIMO is limited by the inherent range-angle coupling issue in the FDA beampattern.Existing literature primarily focuses on control methods for FDA-MIMO radar beam direction under the assumption of static beampatterns,with insufficient exploration of techniques for managing nonstationary beam directions.To address this gap,this paper initially introduces the FDA-MIMO signal model and the calculation formula for the FDA-MIMO array output using the minimum variance distortionless response(MVDR)beamformer.Building on this,the problem of determining the optimal frequency offset for the FDA is rephrased as a convex optimization problem,which is then resolved using the cuckoo search(CS)algorithm.Simulations confirm the effectiveness of the proposed approach,showing that the frequency offsets obtained through the CS algorithm can create a dot-shaped beam direction at the target location while effectively suppressing interference signals within the mainlobe.
基金funded by Guangxi Science and Technology Base and Talent Special Project,grant number GuiKeAD20159077Foundation of Guilin University of Technology,grant number GLUTQD2018001.
摘要The exponential growth in the scale of power systems has led to a significant increase in the complexity of dispatch problem resolution,particularly within multi-area interconnected power grids.This complexity necessitates the employment of distributed solution methodologies,which are not only essential but also highly desirable.In the realm of computational modelling,the multi-area economic dispatch problem(MAED)can be formulated as a linearly constrained separable convex optimization problem.The proximal point algorithm(PPA)is particularly adept at addressing such mathematical constructs effectively.This study introduces parallel(PPPA)and serial(SPPA)variants of the PPA as distributed algorithms,specifically designed for the computational modelling of the MAED.The PPA introduces a quadratic term into the objective function,which,while potentially complicating the iterative updates of the algorithm,serves to dampen oscillations near the optimal solution,thereby enhancing the convergence characteristics.Furthermore,the convergence efficiency of the PPA is significantly influenced by the parameter c.To address this parameter sensitivity,this research draws on trend theory from stock market analysis to propose trend theory-driven distributed PPPA and SPPA,thereby enhancing the robustness of the computational models.The computational models proposed in this study are anticipated to exhibit superior performance in terms of convergence behaviour,stability,and robustness with respect to parameter selection,potentially outperforming existing methods such as the alternating direction method of multipliers(ADMM)and Auxiliary Problem Principle(APP)in the computational simulation of power system dispatch problems.The simulation results demonstrate that the trend theory-based PPPA,SPPA,ADMM and APP exhibit significant robustness to the initial value of parameter c,and show superior convergence characteristics compared to the residual balancing ADMM.
基金the financial support from the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2021YFC3001003)Science and Technology Development Fund,Macao SAR(File No.0056/2023/RIB2)Guangdong Provincial Department of Science and Technology(Grant No.2022A0505030019).
摘要Challenges in stratigraphic modeling arise from underground uncertainty.While borehole exploration is reliable,it remains sparse due to economic and site constraints.Electrical resistivity tomography(ERT)as a cost-effective geophysical technique can acquire high-density data;however,uncertainty and nonuniqueness inherent in ERT impede its usage for stratigraphy identification.This paper integrates ERT and onsite observations for the first time to propose a novel method for characterizing stratigraphic profiles.The method consists of two steps:(1)ERT for prior knowledge:ERT data are processed by soft clustering using the Gaussian mixture model,followed by probability smoothing to quantify its depthdependent uncertainty;and(2)Observations for calibration:a spatial sequential Bayesian updating(SSBU)algorithm is developed to update the prior knowledge based on likelihoods derived from onsite observations,namely topsoil and boreholes.The effectiveness of the proposed method is validated through its application to a real slope site in Foshan,China.Comparative analysis with advanced borehole-driven methods highlights the superiority of incorporating ERT data in stratigraphic modeling,in terms of prediction accuracy at borehole locations and sensitivity to borehole data.Informed by ERT,reduced sensitivity to boreholes provides a fundamental solution to the longstanding challenge of sparse measurements.The paper further discusses the impact of ERT uncertainty on the proposed model using time-lapse measurements,the impact of model resolution,and applicability in engineering projects.This study,as a breakthrough in stratigraphic modeling,bridges gaps in combining geophysical and geotechnical data to address measurement sparsity and paves the way for more economical geotechnical exploration.