SPECIAL SESSION
Special Session Ⅰ: Application Research of AI in Engineering, Agriculture and Biology
Session Chair: Prof. Wei Zhan——Yangtze University, China
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Currently, the application and empowerment of AI in different fields are gaining significant attention.But applying the latest AI technology in professional fields still presents challenges, including difficulties in obtaining high-quality data, dealing with high granularity data, and facing challenges in model transfer ability. Improving algorithms and models to enable AI to assist in managing or solving critical problems in specific professional fields can drive the upgrade and transformation of traditional disciplines.
This special session focuses on research that applies AI to address specific real-world problems across multiple disciplines. We welcome the incorporation of the wide interdisciplinary nature of AI in the articles, including novel research methods, data processing and analysis, AI models, comparisons with existing techniques, improvements, and discussions.
Below is an incomplete list of potential topics to be covered in the Special Session:
AI methods and expert systems
Applications of AI in engineering
Applications of AI in Earth exploration and information technology
Applications of AI in bio-informatics
Applications of AI in biochemical research methods
Smart cities
Intelligent transportation systems
Special Session Ⅱ: Signal Processing for Future Smart Radars/Communications
Session Chair: Prof. Xiaolong Chen——Naval Aeronautical University, China
Prof. Xianpeng Wang——Hainan University, China
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Signal processing plays a crucial role in the development of future smart radar and communication systems. Envisioned as versatile platforms offering control, computing, communications, localization, and sensing capabilities, these systems incorporate innovative technologies such as massive multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) antenna arrays, reconfigurable intelligent surfaces, beamforming, and integrated air-ground-space networks to deliver intelligent services. Consequently, signal processing techniques are evolving to meet the complex demands of smart radar and communication systems, including ultra-wideband radio frequency, high-speed ADC/DAC, non-orthogonal waveforms, non-orthogonal multiple access (NOMA), and complex mutual coupling.
This session aims to explore emerging trends, challenges, models, solutions, and applications in signal processing tailored for smart radar and communications. We invite authors to submit original papers presenting novel theoretical and/or application-oriented research encompassing models, algorithms, and practical implementations.
The topics to be covered include, but are not limited to:
Blind source separation for smart radar and communications
Detection and estimation techniques for smart radar and communications
Design and implementation of spatial-temporal-frequency-polarization filters
Multi-dimensional direction finding and beamforming in non-ideal scenarios
Array signal processing incorporating reconfigurable intelligent surfaces
Application of machine learning in array signal processing for smart radar and communications
Pre- and post-processing methods for smart radar and communications
Analysis techniques for biomedical signals
Baseband signal processing techniques for communication signal transmission and reception
Signal processing techniques for data hiding and audio watermarking
Special Session Ⅲ: Cognitive Learning and Large-sized Model for Wireless Communication and Intelligent Spectrum Management
Session Chair: Prof. Fuhui Zhou——Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, China
Assoc. Prof. Wei Wu——Nanjing University of Posts and Telecommunications, China
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Cognitive learning and large-sized models are revolutionizing techniques in the field of wireless communication and intelligent spectrum management, playing a crucial role in shaping the future of communication systems. In the field of wireless communication, research focuses on intelligent antenna design, beamforming, cognitive radio, semantic communication, and integrated air-land-sea networks. In terms of intelligent spectrum management, the main areas of research include dynamic spectrum access, spectrum situation prediction, spectrum sensing and sharing, spectrum map construction, and transmission. Furthermore, evolving cognitive learning technologies such as deep learning, reinforcement learning, knowledge graphs, and the integration of large-sized models enable more efficient, intelligent, and adaptive communication and spectrum management. By intelligently learning and optimizing spectrum behaviors to improve communication efficiency and spectrum resource utilization, it can support the complex and changing communication needs of the future.
The main objective of this special session is to explore emerging trends, challenges, models, solutions, and applications in cognitive learning and large-sized model for wireless communication and intelligent spectrum management. We welcome original papers that present pioneering theoretical and/or application-oriented research, covering a wide range of topics including innovative models, algorithms, and practical implementations.
The topics to be covered include, but are not limited to:
Large-scale models for intelligent spectrum management techniques
Spectrum situational prediction algorithm and technology research
High-precision electromagnetic spectrum map generation and completion
Knowledge graph construction and application in intelligent spectrum management
Intelligent spectrum allocation and dynamic spectrum access strategy
Spectrum sharing mechanism research in cognitive radio systems
Cognitive learning-based spectrum data transmission algorithm design
Intelligent antenna design and adaptive beamforming
Semantic communication based on large language model
Special Session Ⅳ: AgriFuturity-Smart Agriculture Through Artificial Intelligence
Session Chair: Prof. Yi An——Agro-Environmental Protection Institute, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, China
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various industries, and agriculture is no exception. Smart agriculture, also known as precision agriculture, harnesses AI and other cutting-edge technologies to optimize farming practices, improve efficiency, and promote sustainability. By integrating various digital tools, sensors, and data analytics, smart agriculture enables farmers to make more informed decisions and manage their operations more effectively. The integration of AI and smart agriculture technologies holds tremendous potential to address the challenges facing modern agriculture, such as climate change, resource scarcity, and food security. By leveraging data-driven insights and innovative solutions, smart agriculture paves the way for a more sustainable and resilient farming future.
This session aims to explore emerging trends, challenges, models, solutions, and applications in smart agriculture. We invite renowned experts and scholars from domestic and foreign fields of smart agriculture to submit original papers presenting novel theoretical and application oriented research encompassing models, algorithms, and practical implementations. Attendees can not only listen to exciting reports, but also personally participate in face-to-face exchanges and discussions with experts to promote communication, discussion, and cooperation among researchers in this field.
The topics to be covered include, but are not limited to:
Agricultural Internet of Things system
Agricultural big data analysis and application
Intelligent processing and decision-making of agricultural information
Intelligent detection and control system for agricultural machinery and equipment
Crop growth simulation model
Agricultural aviation technology and application
Agricultural robots and other technologies
Application of sensors in the management of crop seasons
Digital Agriculture and Agriculture Information
Special Session Ⅴ: Application of Artificial Intelligence in Geoscience
Session Chair: Prof. Xingong Tang——Yangtze University, China
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Artificial intelligence has enormous application potential in the field of geology, such as intelligent equipment, intelligent geological mapping, mineralization prediction, and intelligent monitoring and early warning of geological disasters. In the field of earth science, how to achieve effective monitoring, prediction, and early warning, maintain sustainable development of human society, and achieve harmonious coexistence between humans and nature will be a very challenging issue. Artificial intelligence will provide new solutions in data storage, data processing, data mining, analysis and prediction, and provide Earth scientists with new ways to solve problems.
This session aims to explore emerging trends, challenges, models, solutions, and applications of AI in Geoscience. We invite authors to submit original papers presenting novel theoretical and/or application-oriented research encompassing models, algorithms, and practical implementations.
Below is an incomplete list of potential topics to be covered in the Special Session:
Topics of interest include but are not limited to:
Analysis and Processing of Geoscience Big Data
Intelligent processing of Geophysical Data
Geophysical intelligent inversion and imaging
Geological disaster monitoring and prediction based on artificial intelligence technology and geoscience big data
Climate change monitoring based on artificial intelligence models
Forest biodiversity monitoring and resource management using deep learning-based models
Monitoring and prevention of ecological and environmental disasters based on Remote sensing spatiotemporal big data
Geological structure modeling using artificial intelligence technology
Semantic recognition in remote sensing and geoscience big data using artificial intelligence technology
Special Session Ⅵ: Frontier Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Remote Sensing
Session Chair: Prof. Wenjiang Huang——Chinese Academy of Sciences, China
Prof. Jingfeng Huang——Zhejiang University, China
Prof. Jingcheng Zhang——Hangzhou Dianzi University, China
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With the rapid accumulation of high-resolution remote sensing data and internet geographic information, the demand for intelligent processing and analysis of remote sensing big data is increasing day by day. Artificial intelligence (AI) technology provides strong support for improving the efficiency and accuracy of remote sensing data acquisition, and brings new possibilities for the processing, analysis, and application of remote sensing data. From image recognition to land cover classification, from change detection to environmental monitoring, AI demonstrates extensive and far-reaching applications in the field of remote sensing.
This session aims to explore the latest advances, challenges, and application prospects of AI in the field of remote sensing. We invite authors to submit original papers covering new theories, methods, and applications of AI technology in remote sensing data processing, remote sensing image analysis, and remote sensing applications.
The topics to be covered include, but are not limited to:
Remote sensing monitoring of major crop pests and diseases based on artificial intelligence technology
Application of deep learning in spatio-temporal big data for forest monitoring
Deep learning for crop classification with remote sensing data
Application of artificial intelligence and remote sensing in frontier research on agricultural meteorological disasters
Environmental remote sensing monitoring with artificial intelligence technology
Application of artificial intelligence in change detection and monitoring
Special Session Ⅶ: Visual Perception, Analysis and Multimodal Generation
Session Chair: Prof. Yuliang Liu——Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China
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In practical applications, multimodal data is ubiquitous, covering various forms of information such as vision, hearing, touch, and text. This topic focuses on how to effectively integrate and process information from different modalities in intelligent systems, achieving precise perception, deep understanding, and innovative expression of the complex real world. The research in this field is of great significance for promoting innovation in many fields such as human-computer interaction, intelligent decision-making, information retrieval, education and entertainment.
By hosting this session, we look forward to inspiring more valuable scientific discoveries, accelerating the development of multimodal perception, analysis, and generation technologies, and helping them achieve wider and deeper social applications.
The topics to be covered include, but are not limited to:
Object detection and tracking, instance segmentation
Text detection
Face and action recognition
Attribute learning
Scene understanding, semantic segmentation, panoptic segmentation, etc.
Large language model and vision-language model
Image or video synthesis and editing
3D Vision
Special Session Ⅷ: Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Remote Sensing
Session Chair: Prof. Guisong Xia——Wuhan University, China
Prof. Lefei Zhang——Wuhan University, China
Prof. Zhiwei Ye——Hubei University of Technology, China
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The advancement and development of society today are greatly facilitated by the crucial roles played by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and remote sensing technology. Remote sensing technology acquires large-scale geospatial data through satellites, drones, and other means, while artificial intelligence, with its powerful data processing and analytical capabilities, enables more efficient and precise applications of remote sensing data in fields such as resource management, environmental monitoring, and urban planning compared to traditional methods. The rise of AI has provided novel solutions for remote sensing data processing. The integration of AI and remote sensing technology has led to significant breakthroughs in key tasks such as target detection, semantic segmentation, change detection, and image quality enhancement. By utilizing neural networks, it is possible to significantly enhance the accuracy of target detection and recognition in remote sensing images, enhance degraded remote sensing images, and efficiently analyze vast spatial data, providing important and effective research foundations for subsequent advanced tasks, thus enabling rapid development of relevant applications in the field of remote sensing. Therefore, this special issue aims to focus on the latest research progress in the integration of AI technology with remote sensing applications, thereby promoting innovation and development in related fields.
The broad topics include (but are not limited to):
Hyperspectral/Multispectral/Optical Remote Sensing Image Quality Enhancement and Restoration with Artificial Intelligence Technology
Remote Sensing Image Interpretation with Artificial Intelligence Technology
Application of Artificial Intelligence in Satellite Remote Sensing Image Segmentation and Object Recognition
Application of Artificial Intelligence in High-Resolution Remote Sensing Images Change Detection
Multi-Model Remote Sensing Data Feature Extraction and Fusion
Intelligent Processing of UAV Remote Sensing Image Data
Special Session Ⅸ: Artificial Intelligence and Remote Sensing Technologies for Water Security and Environment Management
Session Chair: Prof. Pingping Luo——Chang'an University, China
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Artificial intelligence and remote sensing technologies play a key role in water security and water environment management. These technologies are envisioned as dynamic tools that provide comprehensive monitoring, analysis and intervention capabilities, integrating advanced artificial intelligence algorithms and remote sensing data to facilitate proactive decision-making and resource allocation in water-related applications. Leveraging methods such as machine learning, deep learning, and image processing, these techniques can provide real-time insights into water quality, quantity, and distribution across various spatial and temporal scales.
This session aims to explore in depth the latest progress, challenges, methods and applications of water security management and water environment governance based on artificial intelligence and remote sensing technology. We encourage researchers to submit original contributions presenting innovative theoretical frameworks and/or practical implementations addressing the diverse needs of water management and governance.
The topics to be addressed include, but are not limited to:
Integration of AI and remote sensing for water quality monitoring and assessment
Detection and classification of water-related features using satellite imagery and UAV data
Development of predictive models for water availability and demand forecasting
Optimization of water distribution networks using AI-driven algorithms
Analysis of hydrological parameters using time-series remote sensing data
Fusion of multi-source data for comprehensive water resource management
Application of AI in early warning systems for natural disasters affecting water resources
Implementation of smart sensing technologies for real-time water quality monitoring
Assessment of the impact of climate change on water resources using remote sensing and AI methodologies