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Monthly Journal: Publishes theoretical and applied research on topics in information and optimization sciences.

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Volume 47·Issue 1·January 2026·23 Articles

Volume 47, Issue 1

Articles

Open Access Research Article·pp. 1–15·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

Solving a quadratic fractional problem via a new quadratic formulation

Bennani Ahlem, Dj. Benterki

Published Online: 03 Feb 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-1224

In this paper: We present two different techniques for solving a quadratic fractional program. The first one uses Taylor’s development which makes it possible to transform the quadratic fractional programming proble...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 17–39·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

A novel approach based on the Muntz-Legendre polynomials for solving a class of the generalized Abel integral equations

S. R. Kaafi, E. Hesameddini, P. Mokhtary

Published Online: 08 Sep 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-1324

In this paper: This work is about a suitable numerical method based on the Muntz-Legendre polynomials for solving a type of the generalized Abel integral equations. The propose method approximates the unknown functi...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 41–56·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

Performance evaluation of two stages network with undesirable outputs and weak disposability

Elahe Zaker Harofteh, Faranak Hosseinzadeh Saljooghi

Published Online: 24 May 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-1325

In this paper: Production and service systems include multiple stages. Network data envelopment analysis is a method that is commonly used in the evaluation of multi stage system. These stages can be classified as i...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 57–85·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

A variable neighborhood search for a new multi-depot green vehicle routing problem with multiple starting points and distinct serving areas for recyclable waste collection

Utku Kantekin, Gulcin Dinc Yalcin, Emine Akyol Ozer

Published Online: 31 Mar 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-1337

In this paper: The transportation of recyclable waste collection is significant for reducing the effect of greenhouse gases. In this study, we investigate a multi-depot green vehicle routing problem in which one gro...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 87–98·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

An inspection and production model with inspection errors

Neng-Hui Shih, W.C. Tsai, Chih-Hsiung Wang

Published Online: 03 Feb 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-1425

In this paper: When product inspection time is non-negligible, a previous paper developed an online inspection and production model in which inspection errors do not exist. It is assumed that the inspection rate is...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 99–117·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

Efficient descent direction of a primal-dual interior point algorithm for convex quadratic optimization

Billel Zaoui, Dj. Benterki, Samia Khelladi

Published Online: 03 Feb 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-1463

In this paper: We introduce a new interior-point method for solving convex quadratic programming under full-Newton step. The method involves an equivalent algebraic transformation applied to the system defining the...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 145–165·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

A projectile model for pandemics : Application to early transmission and control of COVID-19 in countries and the China example

Okecukwu K Nwofor, Chioma N Nwofor, Nathaniel E. Onyenwe

Published Online: 13 Jun 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-1505

In this paper: We introduce a projectile model for pandemics which shows that a pandemic without control spreads in log-time scale within a population in the form of a mechanical projectile in a free atmosphere. Hen...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 167–184·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

The dialectics of economic characteristics and industry structure in cultural industries

Xi Chen, Chih-Kai Chen

Published Online: 03 Feb 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-1511

In this paper: In recent years, the global cultural industry has been booming, and digital technology has brought new business models, opportunities, and development potential to the industry. According to reports f...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 185–205·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

Two-phase gradient based search method for global optimum of constrained mixed integer programming problems using a tunneling function & comparison

V. K. Srivastava, Vinit K. Srivastava

Published Online: 03 Oct 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-1512

In this paper: In this paper, a gradient-based optimization approach with two stages is proposed that is designed to efficiently solve mixed-integer programming problems with linear and nonlinear objective functions...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 215–233·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

Non-instantaneous impulsive fractional integro-differential inclusions with state-dependent delay

Khalida Aissani, Abdelkrim Salim, Mouffak Benchohra

Published Online: 09 Dec 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-1515

In this paper: This paper is mainly concerned with the existence of mild solutions of a class of fractional integro-differential inclusions with state-dependent delay subject to not instantaneous impulses. The main...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 235–250·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

Edge reflexive irregularity strength of mk -graph of path graph 

Muhammad Amir Asif, Hafiz Muhammad Afzal Siddiqui, Muhammad Faisal Nadeem

Published Online: 03 Feb 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-1586

In this paper: In graph theory we define the total labeling, such that the edge labels and vertex labels are positive integers and even integers respectively and for different edges we have distinct weights, whereas...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 251–272·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

Optimizing the integration of folk imagery design and perceptual elements and images in music with the example of music “Dancing Tainan String Quartet”

Chun-Ting Hsu, Wen-Hung Chao

Published Online: 06 Jan 2026DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-1843

In this paper: The music” Dancing Tainan String Quartet “ is a part of the large-scale cross-domain exhibition and design, “the Imagery of Nanying”, created by the author and commissioned by Tainan Art Festival in 2...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 273–286·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

FEDQIM : Fast easy decentralized quantum-proof instant messenger

D. R. Denslin Brabin, W. Agitha, K. Kalai Kumar, P. Swarna Lakshmi

Published Online: 03 Oct 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-1974

In this paper: Instant messengers can be used to exchange messages across different platforms like Android, IOS, Linux, Windows and MacOS. In this paper, an instant messenger called as Fedqim is proposed which is a...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 287–298·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

Deep fake detection system based on improvement graph convolutional network

Basim Najim Al-din Abed, J. Karimpour, Farnaz Mahan

Published Online: 07 Nov 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-2038

In this paper: Detection of deep fake has also become a top priority in digital security and media integrity domains, particularly with the widespread presence of sophisticated generative adversarial network (GAN)-b...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 299–309·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

Laplacian energy of power fuzzy graphs with application in cryptography

S. Shiny Paulin, T. Bharathi

Published Online: 15 Nov 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-2051

In this paper: The primary aim of this study is to present and expand on the idea of Laplacian energy within the context of power fuzzy graphs. The aim is to establish the Laplacian energy sequence for the power fuz...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 311–325·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

Enhancing indoor positioning system accuracy using a Feedback-Enhanced Federated Kalman Filter (FE-FKF)

Sumit Kumar, Priyanka Bhutani

Published Online: 10 Nov 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-2109

In this paper: Indoor positioning systems (IPS) suffer from errors due to signal interference, sensor inaccuracies, and environmental changes. The challenges associated with the accuracy of the Indoor Positioning Sy...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 327–336·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

The advent of artificial intelligence in customer brand identification – A marketing tool to brand extension

Sambath Subramanian, Albert Ravi Arulappan, Arul Prasad Purushothaman, Rajkumar Ramachandran

Published Online: 05 Jan 2026DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-2136

In this paper: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing Brand identities in business, giving companies access to a variety of tools that enable them to better identify and engage their consumers. The implemen...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 337–351·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

Numerical investigations of flow characteristics around square vs inclined cylinders

K. Ravibabu, M. Vinod Kumar, M. V. Subba Rao, P. S. Brahmanandam

Published Online: 27 Dec 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-2144

In this paper: This study investigates the flow patterns around square as well as inclined cylinders, a critical area in civil engineering due to their complex flow interactions. The research objectives are to condu...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 353–369·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

A fuzzy mutual information-based intrusion detection system for enhancing cybersecurity in smart energy grids

Ch. Kodanda Ramu, T. Srinivasa Rao

Published Online: 25 Nov 2025DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-2150

In this paper: The shift from traditional power grids to smart grids has enhanced efficiency, reliability, and flexibility through advanced digital communication, automation, and real-time control. However, this inc...

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Open Access Research Article·pp. 371–398·Vol. 47, Issue 1Jan 2026

Integrating natural therapeutics in machine learning models for diabetes mellitus optimization

Mona Adlakha, M. Afshar Alam, Sameena Naaz, Sherin Zafar

Published Online: 05 Jan 2026DOI: 10.47974/JIOS-2182

In this paper: Diabetes Mellitus is a rapidly growing global health concern that poses significant risks, if not detected and managed at an early stage. This study aims to develop a model that accurately predicts di...

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