Diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the major diseases that cause death worldwide and lead to complications of diabetic foot ulcers (DFU). Improper and late handling of a diabetic foot patient can result in an amputation of the patient’s foot. Early detection of DFU symptoms can be observed using thermal imaging with a computer-assisted classifier. Previous study of DFU detection using thermal image only achieved 97% of accuracy, and it has to be improved. This article proposes a novel framework for DFU classification based on thermal imaging using deep neural networks and decision fusion. Here, decision fusion combines the classification result from a parallel classifier. We used the convolutional neural network (CNN) model of ShuffleNet and MobileNetV2 as the baseline classifier. In developing the classifier model, firstly, the MobileNetV2 and ShuffleNet were trained using plantar thermogram datasets. Then, the classification results of those two models were fused using a novel decision fusion method to increase the accuracy rate. The proposed framework achieved 100% accuracy in classifying the DFU thermal images in binary classes of positive and negative cases. The accuracy of the proposed Decision Fusion (DF) was increased by about 3.4% from baseline ShuffleNet and MobileNetV2. Overall, the proposed framework outperformed in classifying the images compared with the state-of-the-art deep learning and the traditional machine-learning-based classifier.

Multi-spectral signals are the result of the interaction between electromagnetic energy and the test material, which is then displayed by the signal fluctuation pattern of the test material. Signal fluctuations are inaccuracies in the peak amplitude of a signal caused by noise in the data. This fluctuation pattern reflects the properties of the test material, especially in this case H2O. To overcome this problem, it is necessary to use the right filter to smooth the signal and reduce the noise in the data so that the fluctuation pattern obtained is clearer and more accurate. This research involves the segmentation of HF fluctuation patterns, followed by the application of a Savitzky-Golay filter for signal smoothing. Signal quality is assessed objectively by calculating the Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) and Mean Square Error (MSE). The research results show that the Savitzky-Golay filter succeeded in reducing noise and producing clearer fluctuation patterns. The SNR value varies, with the largest value reaching 16.6146 dB, and the smallest value being 3.0171 dB. This research contributes to a new method, namely the Savitzky-Golay adaptive filter, to identify multi-spectral signal fluctuation patterns more effectively, thereby enabling more accurate identification of fluctuation patterns. Apart from that, this research also provides insight into the characteristics of H2O which can be identified through fluctuation patterns, especially in certain segments with high amplitude. This method has potential for applications in various fields, especially in precise multi-spectral signal analysis.

In recent years, significant advancements in facial recognition technology have been marked by the prominent use of convolutional neural networks (CNN), particularly in identification applications. This study introduces a novel approach to face recognition by employing ResNet-50 in conjunction with the DeepLabV3 segmentation method. The primary focus of this research lies in the thorough analysis of ResNet-50's performance both without and with the integration of DeepLabV3+ segmentation, specifically in the context of datasets comprising faces of children on the autism spectrum (ASD). The utilization of DeepLabV3+ serves a dual purpose: firstly, to mitigate noise within the datasets, and secondly, to eliminate unnecessary features, ultimately enhancing overall accuracy. Initial results obtained from datasets without segmentation demonstrate a commendable accuracy of 83.7%. However, the integration of DeepLabV3+ yields a substantial improvement, with accuracy soaring to 85.9%. The success of DeepLabV3+ in effectively segmenting and reducing noise within the dataset underscores its pivotal role in refining facial recognition accuracy. In essence, this study underscores the pivotal role of DeepLabV3+ in the realm of facial recognition, showcasing its efficacy in reducing noise and eliminating extraneous features from datasets. The tangible outcome of increased accuracy of 85.9% post-segmentation lends credence to the assertion that DeepLabV3+ significantly contributes to refining the precision of facial recognition systems, particularly when dealing with datasets featuring faces of children on the autism spectrum.

The article’s subject matter is to classify Electroencephalography (EEG) signals in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) sufferers. The goal is to develop a classification model using Machine Learning (ML) algorithms that are often implemented in Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCI) technology. The tasks to be solved are as follows: pre-processing the EEG dataset signal to separate the source signal from the noise/artifact signal to produce an observation signal that is free of noise/artifact; obtaining an effective feature comparison to be used as an attribute at the classification stage; and developing a more optimal classification method for detecting people with ASD through EEG signals. The methods used are: one of the wavelet techniques, namely the Continuous Wavelet Transform (CWT), which is a technique for decomposing time-frequency signals. CWT began to be used in EEG signals because it can describe signals in great detail in the time-frequency domain. EEG signals are classified into two scenarios: classification of CWT coefficients and classification of statistical features (mean, standard deviation, skewness, and kurtosis) of CWT. The method used for classifying this research uses ML, which is currently very developed in signal processing. One of the best ML methods is Support Vector Machine (SVM). SVM is an effective super-vised learning method to separate data into different classes by finding the hyper-plane with the largest margin among the observed data. The following results were obtained: the application of CWT and SVM resulted in the best classification based on CWT coefficients and obtained an accuracy of 95% higher than the statistical feature-based classification of CWT, which obtained an accuracy of 65%. Conclusions. The scientific contributions of the results obtained are as follows: 1) EEG signal processing is performed in ASD children using feature extraction with CWT and classification with SVM; 2) the combination of these signal classification methods can improve system performance in ASD EEG signal classification; 3) the implementation of this research can later assist in detecting ASD EEG signals based on brain wave characteristics.

This paper proposes a new technique for a dual-axis light tracking system using a combination of Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) and Artificial Neural Network (ANN) based on a tetrahedron-based sensor. A tetrahedron-based sensor can detect the position of light using three photoresistor components arranged on a tetrahedron plane. The proposed technique combines PID and ANN controllers using a switching method that allows the algorithm to switch between PID and ANN based on the occurring errors. Additionally, in the proposed tracking system, a new mechanism called dual-axis in dual-frame is introduced. This mechanism involves the use of two frames moving in parallel along opposite axes. Experimental results collected the angular movement data and the decrease in error values. Numerical analysis showed that the proposed prototype of the PID-ANN tracking system demonstrates better response time than previous prototypes mentioned in the literature. Moreover, this system also exhibits low error rates and improved data distribution. Therefore, the PID-ANN tracking system with the switching process enhances the performance of responsive, accurate, and precise light tracking.

Stress is prone to occur in children with autism. According to the study, around 85% of children who have autism suffer from anxiety disorders that can exacerbate their condition, leading to self-harm and harm to those in their vicinity. Heart rate, skin conductance, and finger temperature changes occur during stress. In this paper, we design a system to monitor heart rate, body temperature, and skin conductance to detect signs of stress. Subsequently, the measurement data is processed using the fuzzy logic (FL) method as a decision-maker algorithm. In particular, we use 64 fuzzy rules with membership functions for each parameter. Parameter measurement results will be displayed using a widget called Gauge, while stress conditions will be displayed using a label widget. The results will be displayed on the Blynk application with an IoT system and viewed remotely via Android devices. The test was conducted on five children aged 5-9 years with varying body conditions. From the test results, the mean accuracy of the heart rate sensor was 95.01%, the mean temperature sensor accuracy was 97.7%, and the mean conductance sensor accuracy was 93.75%. The stress levels range from a minimum of 25% to a maximum of 75%. These findings indicate that the developed tool has performed effectively, and it is feasible to monitor its operation remotely.