Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) are biocells that use microorganisms as biocatalysts to break down organic matter and convert chemical energy into electrical energy. Presently, the application of MFCs as alternative energy sources is limited by their low power attribute. Optimization of MFCs is very important to harness optimum energy. In this study, we develop optimal data-driven models for a typical MFC synthesized from polymethylmethacrylate and two graphite plates using machine learning algorithms including support vector regression (SVR), artificial neural networks (ANNs), Gaussian process regression (GPR), and ensemble learners. Power density and output voltage were modeled from two different datasets; the first dataset has current density and anolyte concentration as features, while the second dataset considers current density and chemical oxygen demand as features. Hyperparameter optimization was carried out on each of the considered machine learning-based models using Bayesian optimization, grid search, and random search to arrive at the best possible models for the MFC. A model was derived for power density and output voltage having 99% accuracy on testing set evaluations.

Some chemical reactors exhibit coupled dynamics with multiple equilibrium points and strong nonlinearities. The accurate modeling of these dynamics is crucial to optimal control and increasing the reactor’s economic performance. While neural networks can effectively handle complex nonlinearities, they sacrifice interpretability. Alternatively, block-oriented Hammerstein–Wiener models and Koopman operator-based linear predictors combine nonlinear representation with linear dynamics, offering a gray-box identification approach. This paper comprehensively reviews recent advancements in both the Hammerstein–Wiener and Koopman operator methods and benchmarks their accuracy against neural network-based approaches to modeling a large-scale industrial Fluid Catalytic Cracking fractionator. Furthermore, Monte Carlo simulations are employed to validate performance under varying signal-to-noise ratios. The results demonstrate that the Koopman bilinear model significantly outperforms the other methods in terms of accuracy and robustness.

A proposed approach for efficient energy management for lithium-ion battery and supercapacitor hybrid energy storage system is outlined in this study. The primary aim is to ensure the electric vehicle receives a stable and high-quality supply of electricity. The suggested management strategy focuses on maintaining the bus voltage at a consistent level while meeting the varying load demands with high-quality power across different scenarios. To achieve this, a management controller is employed, which utilizes a metaheuristics technique to define the parameters of the integral sliding mode control. The supercapacitor units are responsible for controlling the direct current (DC) bus, while the lithium-ion battery plays a role in balancing power distribution on the common line. This study evaluates the potential benefits of integrating salp swarm algorithm techniques into the controller's performance. The findings of the study suggest combining metaheuristic optimization methods with integral sliding mode control. Can lead to improvements in power quality. The proposed management algorithm not only efficiently allocates power resources but also safeguards them, ultimately ensuring a consistent and high-quality power supply for the electric vehicle.