In
mobile
cellular
design,
one
important
quality-of-service
metric
is
the
blocking
probability.
Using
computer
simulation
for
studying
probability
quite
time-consuming.
Furthermore,
existing
teletraffic
models
such
as
Information
Exchange
Surrogate
Approximation
(IESA)
only
give
a
rough
estimate
of
Another
common
approach,
direct
evaluation
using
neural
networks
(NN),
performs
poorly
when
extrapolating
to
network
conditions
outside
training
set.
This
paper
addresses
shortcomings
and
NN-based
approaches
by
combining
both
approaches,
creating
what
we
call
IESA-NN.
IESA-NN,
an
NN
used
tuning
parameter,
which
in
turn
via
modified
IESA
approach.
other
words,
approach
still
forms
core
with
techniques
improve
accuracy
parameter.
Simulation
results
show
that
IESA-NN
better
than
previous
based
on
or
theory
alone.
particular,
even
cannot
produce
good
value
example
not
experienced
set,
final
generally
accurate
due
bounds
set
underlying
theory.
Energy Reports,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
10, P. 1313 - 1338
Published: Aug. 16, 2023
Pipelines
are
vital
for
transporting
oil
and
gas,
but
leaks
can
have
serious
consequences
such
as
fires,
injuries,
pollution,
property
damage.
Therefore,
preserving
pipeline
integrity
is
crucial
a
safe
sustainable
energy
supply.
The
rapid
progress
of
machine
learning
(ML)
technologies
provides
an
advantageous
opportunity
to
develop
predictive
models
that
effectively
tackle
these
challenges.
This
review
article
mainly
focuses
on
the
novelty
using
deep
techniques,
specifically
artificial
neural
networks
(ANNs),
support
vector
machines
(SVMs)
hybrid
(HML)
algorithms,
predicting
different
failures
in
gas
industry.
In
contrast
existing
noncomprehensive
reviews
defects,
this
explicitly
addresses
application
ML
parameters,
data
reliability
purpose.
surveys
research
specific
area,
offering
coherent
discussion
identifying
motivations
challenges
associated
with
types
defects
pipelines.
also
includes
bibliometric
analysis
literature,
highlighting
common
investigated
failures,
experimental
tests.
It
in-depth
details,
summarized
tables,
failure
types,
commonly
used
resources,
critical
discussions.
Based
comprehensive
aforementioned,
it
was
found
approaches,
ANNs
SVMs,
accurately
predict
compared
conventional
methods.
However,
highly
recommended
combine
multiple
algorithms
enhance
accuracy
prediction
time
further.
Comparing
based
field,
experimental,
simulation
various
establish
reliable
cost-effective
monitoring
systems
entire
network.
systematic
expected
aid
understanding
gaps
provide
options
other
researchers
interested
failures.
Journal of Pipeline Science and Engineering,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
4(3), P. 100178 - 100178
Published: Feb. 13, 2024
It
is
of
paramount
importance
to
ensure
the
safe
operation
energy
pipelines
for
pipeline
owners
and
operators.
Therefore,
effective
condition
assessment
imperative.
For
this
purpose,
there
are
a
great
number
models
developed
using
various
techniques.
How
select
modeling
approach
associated
techniques
get
out
most
effectiveness
model
under
with
limited
monitoring
data
experience
remains
big
concern
This
paper
provides
comprehensive
review
approaches
degradation
assessment.
The
primary
motivation
behind
pivotal
role
in
integrity
management
proliferation
techniques,
including
statistical
modeling,
stochastic
processes,
machine
learning,
deep
used
assessing
degradation.
work
aims
identify
assess
challenges
gaps
inherent
utilization
these
approaches.
By
systematically
analyzing
current
state
research
practice,
not
only
highlights
strengths
limitations
but
also
offers
insights
into
future
opportunities
enhancing
practice
field
management.
Our
analysis
valuable
researchers,
practitioners,
policymakers
domain
facilitates
better
understanding
complexities
intricacies
assessment,
ultimately
contributing
development
more
robust
strategies
safeguarding
pipelines.
Applied Sciences,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(7), P. 4031 - 4031
Published: April 6, 2025
The
accurate
prediction
of
the
residual
strength
defective
pipelines
is
a
critical
prerequisite
for
ensuring
safe
operation
oil
and
gas
pipelines,
it
holds
significant
implications
pipeline’s
remaining
service
life
preventive
maintenance.
Traditional
machine
learning
algorithms
often
fail
to
comprehensively
account
correlative
factors
influencing
exhibit
limited
capability
in
extracting
nonlinear
features
from
data,
suffer
insufficient
predictive
accuracy.
Furthermore,
models
typically
lack
interpretability.
To
address
these
issues,
this
study
proposes
hybrid
model
based
on
Bayesian
optimization
(BO)
eXtreme
Gradient
Boosting
(XGBoost).
This
approach
resolves
issues
excessive
iterations
high
computational
costs
associated
with
conventional
hyperparameter
methods,
significantly
enhancing
model’s
performance.
performance
evaluated
using
mainstream
metrics
such
as
Mean
Absolute
Percentage
Error
(MAPE),
Coefficient
Determination
(R2),
Root
Square
(RMSE),
robustness
analysis,
overfitting
grey
relational
analysis.
enhance
interpretability
predictions,
reveal
significance
features,
confirm
prior
domain
knowledge,
Shapley
additive
explanations
(SHAP)
are
employed
conduct
relevant
research.
results
indicate
that,
compared
Random
Forest,
LightGBM,
Support
Vector
Machine,
gradient
boosting
regression
tree,
Multi-Layer
Perceptron,
BO-XGBoost
exhibits
best
performance,
MAPE,
R2,
RMSE
values
5.5%,
0.971,
1.263,
respectively.
Meanwhile,
proposed
demonstrates
highest
robustness,
least
tendency
overfitting,
most
relation
degree
value.
SHAP
analysis
reveals
that
ranked
descending
order
importance,
defect
depth
(d),
wall
thickness
(t),
yield
(σy),
external
diameter
(D),
length
(L),
tensile
(σu),
width
(w).
development
contributes
improving
integrity
management
provides
decision
support
intelligent
fields.