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International Journal of Advances in Applied Sciences
ISSN : 22528814     EISSN : 27222594     DOI : http://doi.org/10.11591/ijaas
International Journal of Advances in Applied Sciences (IJAAS) is a peer-reviewed and open access journal dedicated to publish significant research findings in the field of applied and theoretical sciences. The journal is designed to serve researchers, developers, professionals, graduate students and others interested in state-of-the art research activities in applied science areas, which cover topics including: chemistry, physics, materials, nanoscience and nanotechnology, mathematics, statistics, geology and earth sciences.
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A novel reduced-switch multi-level inverter based multi-device universal power-quality conditioner for PQ enhancement Naarisetti Srinivasa Rao; Pulipaka Venkata Ramana Rao
International Journal of Advances in Applied Sciences Vol 13, No 1: March 2024
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11591/ijaas.v13.i1.pp168-179

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The reduced-switch multilevel inverter (RSMLI) has garnered significant attention across various industries as a viable alternative to conventional multilevel inverter (MLI) topologies. In the realm of medium voltage high-power applications, the topologies of resonant switched MLIs are regarded as advanced due to their development with a reduced number of switching elements. The primary emphasis of the customizable multi-device universal power-quality conditioner (MD-UPQC) device is on the design and development of a significant RSMLI topology to improve power-quality (PQ) features. This study presents the development of a novel 5-level RSMLI-based MD-UPQC device, designed specifically for addressing power-quality concerns in multi-feeder distribution networks. The device facilitates uninterrupted power flow between the feeders, thereby mitigating power-quality issues. The 5-level RSMLI topology possesses the capability to decrease the necessity for a larger quantity of gate-drive circuits by implementing a switching-logic design utilizing the reduced-carrier-based pulse width modulation (PWM) technique. The 5-level RSMLI-MDUPQC device incorporates a unified voltage-current reference (UVCR) control scheme to ensure efficient operation. The functionality and efficacy of the proposed RSMLI-MDUPQC device have been assessed using the MATLAB/Simulink software tool, with the evaluation conducted under different PQ conditions. The simulation outcomes are presented for analysis and interpretation.
Artificial intelligence assisted insights into Bali’s destination image: sentiment and thematic analyses of TripAdvisor reviews Putu Chris Susanto; Putu Wida Gunawan; I Gde Dhika Widarnandana
International Journal of Advances in Applied Sciences Vol 13, No 1: March 2024
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11591/ijaas.v13.i1.pp63-72

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This study applies sentiment and thematic content analyses based on natural language processing (NLP) to gain valuable insights into the perceived image of Bali as a tourist destination. This study addresses the gap in how to realize the benefits of big data analytics in applied research, by using more approachable tools for researchers with limited programming skills and coding experience. A total of 6,800 TripAdvisor reviews of Bali’s top 12 tourist attractions between May 2019 and April 2023 were scrapped. The authors used Bardeen.ai for data mining and Atlas.ti for qualitative data analyses. Sentiment analysis revealed an overwhelmingly positive sentiment (70.4%) towards Bali’s tourist attractions, indicating a positive destination image. Post-pandemic tourists tend to express more positive sentiments in their reviews compared to pre-pandemic. Thematic content analysis indicated that positive sentiments are strongly related to satisfaction, positive experiences, enjoyment, and excitement, while environmental concerns and dissatisfaction are potentially harmful to Bali’s destination image. The study provides valuable insights into tourists’ emotional sentiments, perceptions, and thematic patterns of behavior, which can inform tourism marketers and destination strategists, and contribute to the larger discussion of utilizing big data analytics in tourism marketing research.
Automatic slice thickness measurement on computed tomography images of American College of Radiology phantom Choirul Anam; Dewi A. Insiano; Eko Hidayanto; Ariij Naufal; Annisa Tenri Maya; Tunggul Drajat Mulatomo; Mohd Hanafi Ali
International Journal of Advances in Applied Sciences Vol 13, No 2: June 2024
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11591/ijaas.v13.i2.pp371-379

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This study aims to develop an automatic method for calculating slice thickness on an American College of Radiology (ACR) phantom and evaluate its accuracy at variations of orientation angle and slice thickness. The phantom was scanned using Siemens SOMATOM perspective, with variations of the slice thickness (i.e. 1.5, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 10 mm) and rotation angles (i.e. 0.0, 22.5, 45.0, and 67.5°). The phantom rotation was based on the bone object as a reference. After determining the rotation angle, the phantom image was rotated by the angle. Next, profiles of pixel values across the wire objects for measuring slice thickness were developed from rotated phantom images. The slice thickness was measured automatically from the obtained profiles. The results of the automated method are 2.5, 4.1, 5.4, 5.8, 7.8, and 9.8 mm for all varied slice thicknesses. The differences between the automatic and manual methods are within 0.3 mm. The automatic method is capable of detecting slice thickness for various angles. The differences in slice thickness for various angles are within 0.1 mm for a slice thickness of 3 mm. These results are similar when compared to manual measurements. An algorithm for automated slice thickness measurement on ACR phantom has been successfully developed.
Generating intelligent agent behaviors in multi-agent game AI using deep reinforcement learning algorithm Rosalina Rosalina; Axel Sengkey; Genta Sahuri; Rila Mandala
International Journal of Advances in Applied Sciences Vol 12, No 4: December 2023
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11591/ijaas.v12.i4.pp396-404

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The utilization of games in training the reinforcement learning (RL) agent is to describe the complex and high-dimensional real-world data. By utilizing games, RL researchers will be able to evade high experimental costs in training an agent to do intelligence tasks. The objective of this research is to generate intelligent agent behaviors in multi-agent game artificial intelligence (AI) using deep reinforcement learning (DRL) algorithm. A basic RL algorithm called deep Q network is chosen to be implemented. The agent is trained by the environment's raw pixel images and the action list information. The experiments conducted by using this algorithm show the agent’s decision-making ability in choosing a favorable action. In the default setting for the algorithm, the training is set into 1 epoch and 0.0025 learning rate. The number of training iterations is set to one as the training function will be repeatedly called for every 4-timestep. However, the author also experimented with two different scenarios in training the agent and compared the results. The experimental findings demonstrate that our agents learn correctly and successfully while actively participating in the game in real time. Additionally, our agent can quickly adjust against a different enemy on a varied map because of the observed knowledge from prior training.
Yard phytoarchitecture for onsite sanitation of household wastewater containing copper Ganjar Samudro; Harida Samudro; Sarwoko Mangkoedihardjo
International Journal of Advances in Applied Sciences Vol 13, No 2: June 2024
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11591/ijaas.v13.i2.pp291-297

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Copper can be found in various equipment, building materials, and consumer products. When buildings are used, copper can enter wastewater in different ways. It is challenging for occupants to remove copper physically or chemically since they can potentially reduce copper levels through yard phytoarchitecture. This study aims to formulate houseplants' suitability to become decorative plants for the yard phytoarchitecture, simultaneously as onsite sanitation. This study identified the copper deconcentration pathway in wastewater by studying published works-based research. Literature was collected and selected based on recency, accessibility, and the relationship among copper, wastewater, and plants. The study findings show that processing copper by plant has the greatest opportunity to be implemented on a building scale. The yard phytoarchitecture system involves arranging plants in the yard, which serves both as a decorative feature and a way to treat the building's wastewater. It can be used on dry yards or ponds and only requires a small amount of land. The plants used should have low leaf density and high root density. It plays a dual role consisting of onsite sanitation infrastructure and yard aesthetics, which mutually strengthen the environmental health locally and positively effect on a larger scale.
Performance fuzzy analytical hierarchy process to identify drought areas for disaster mitigation Mala Rosa Aprillya; Heri Ardyansyah
International Journal of Advances in Applied Sciences Vol 12, No 4: December 2023
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11591/ijaas.v12.i4.pp335-342

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Drought causes crop failure in the agricultural sector and a limited supply of clean water. Land damage due to drought in Lamongan has reached ±12,000 ha in the last decade. The lack of information regarding drought disaster mitigation resulted in quite large losses in several agricultural sectors. The purpose of this study is to develop a decision support system (DSS) that can provide information regarding the identification of drought-prone areas. The fuzzy analytical hierarchy process (FAHP) method is implemented with four criteria: rainfall intensity, slope, soil type, and distance to the river. FAHP is good for processing the weighting of several criteria and categories to produce good choices. Results, the tests carried out there were 20 sub-districts prone to drought, with an accuracy rate of the FAHP method of 85%. The average value of respondent satisfaction averaged 97.2%. DSS application can provide the status of areas prone to drought. For future studies, the temperature and evapotranspiration parameters can be added, to provide better results.
Study of the modern reclamation and ecological state of soils in Azerbaijan Arzu Manaf Manafova
International Journal of Advances in Applied Sciences Vol 13, No 2: June 2024
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11591/ijaas.v13.i2.pp209-216

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For many years in the Republic of Azerbaijan, numerous reclamation and ecological measures aimed at attracting agricultural lands of natural cenoses to use in agrocenoses were carried out. The soils of the studied territory are quite unique in terms of their soil-forming structure and ecological conditions, and they differ from other regions of the country in terms of irrigation water content. The article reflects some important results of soil and water studies conducted over the last years. Determining the qualitative composition of groundwater and irrigation water in different seasons of the year using modern methods is relevant from an environmental and reclamation point of view. Based on remote sensing and geographic information system (GIS) technologies, our research is based on the analysis of natural and anthropogenic landscape changes and changes in natural conditions as a result of agricultural development in the 20 km buffer zone along the banks of Kura and Araz rivers. As a result of the conducted research, it was determined that the rapid growth of the population has caused the reduction of the area of agro-landscapes, the salinization of the soil, the drying of the water in the water basins, the expansion of the construction areas. This has disrupted the natural balance.