Applied and Computational Engineering

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Print ISSN: 2755-2721

Online ISSN: 2755-273X

About ACE

The proceedings series Applied and Computational Engineering (ACE) is an international peer-reviewed open access series that publishes conference proceedings from various methodological and disciplinary perspectives concerning engineering and technology. ACE is published irregularly. The series contributes to the development of computing sectors by providing an open platform for sharing and discussion. The series publishes articles that are research-oriented and welcomes theoretical and applicational studies. Proceedings that are suitable for publication in the ACE cover domains on various perspectives of computing and engineering.

Aims & scope of ACE are:
·Computing
·Machine Learning
·Electrical Engineering & Signal Processing
·Applied Physics & Mechanical Engineering
·Chemical & Environmental Engineering
·Materials Science and Engineering

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Anil Fernando
University of Strathclyde
United Kingdom
Editor-in-Chief
anil.fernando@strath.ac.uk
Yilun Shang
Northumbria University
United Kingdom
Associate Editor
yilun.shang@northumbria.ac.uk
Ella Haig
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth, UK
Associate Editor
ella.haig@port.ac.uk
Moayad Aloqaily
Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence
The United Arab Emirates
Associate Editor
moayad.aloqaily@mbzuai.ac.ae

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Research Article
Published on 11 May 2026 DOI: 10.54254/2755-2721/2026.GL33468
Yan Li

Addressing the pain points of high computational costs and significant latency associated with deep learning models on small and medium-sized e-commerce platforms, this study proposes a lightweight sentiment perception and hierarchical response system based on Snow NLP optimization. By refactoring the inference logic to reduce instantiation overhead, the system constructs a multi-level response engine to enable automated interventions. Experimental results indicate that, while maintaining an accuracy of 82.2%, the system's operational efficiency improves by 34.33% compared to the baseline, achieving a response speed 24.5 times faster than BERT. This research demonstrates that lightweight models can expand business depth even under extremely low computing power, offering small and medium-sized enterprises an intelligent customer service solution that balances efficiency with real-time response capabilities. Future work will focus on integrating continuous learning mechanisms to seamlessly adapt to evolving e-commerce terminologies and exploring multi-lingual support. Additionally, expanding the system to handle multi-modal inputs, such as customer emojis and voice snippets, will further enhance interactive experiences while strictly preserving the model's lightweight architecture and low computational footprint.

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Li,Y. (2026). Exploration into the Optimization of a Lightweight Sentiment Perception and Hierarchical Response System for Small and Medium-sized E-commerce Platforms. Applied and Computational Engineering,239,1-6.
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Published on 11 May 2026 DOI: 10.54254/2755-2721/2026.AD33458
Yuhang Li

Ionogels have emerged as a class of advanced functional materials for flexible electronics owing to their unique integration of high ionic conductivity, wide electrochemical windows, and excellent mechanical flexibility. This review provides a systematic overview of recent progress in ionogels, covering material design principles, fabrication strategies, and performance regulation mechanisms. Particular emphasis is placed on the selection of ionic liquid/polymer systems, network structure engineering, and nanocomposite reinforcement approaches to achieve optimized conductivity, mechanical robustness, and environmental stability. The intrinsic relationships between microstructure and macroscopic properties are analyzed to elucidate ion transport mechanisms, mechanical enhancement strategies, and stability improvement methods. In addition, the diverse applications of ionogels in flexible sensors, energy storage devices, and biomedical systems are comprehensively discussed, highlighting their multifunctionality and adaptability. Despite these advances, several challenges remain, including high material cost, limited large-scale manufacturability, and long-term stability under harsh conditions. Future research directions are proposed, focusing on green synthesis, low-cost material design, and intelligent optimization assisted by data-driven approaches. This review aims to provide a comprehensive framework for the rational design and practical application of high-performance ionogels.

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Li,Y. (2026). Structure Design, Performance Regulation and Multifunctional Applications of Ionogels. Applied and Computational Engineering,238,36-44.
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Research Article
Published on 11 May 2026 DOI: 10.54254/2755-2721/2026.AD33340
Ziyang Zhou

Propane Direct Dehydrogenation (PDH) represents the dominating technique for propylene synthesis, a research hotspot in modern coal chemical and light hydrocarbon engineering. Pt-based catalysts manifest intrinsic superiority in C-H bond cleavage, while zeolites endow unique spatial confinement, tunable acid-base properties and strong metal-support interactions, which modulate Pt electronic states and particle dispersion, thus suppressing coke deposition and thermal sintering. This review systematically dissects the molecular-level dehydrogenation mechanism of Pt-zeolite catalysts, clarifying the intricate structure-activity relationships among active site micro-configuration, surface electronic effects, and reaction pathways. It further provides a comprehensive comparative evaluation of two mainstream synthetic strategies, post-synthetic modification and in-situ one-pot crystallization, focusing on their efficacy in the precise fabrication of subnanometric Pt active sites and the long-term catalytic durability of the resulting materials. Finally, we summarize the pivotal scientific insights and technical progresses achieved in this field, laying a solid theoretical foundation for the rational design and industrial upgrading of high-efficiency, stable PDH catalysts.

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Zhou,Z. (2026). Advances in Zeolite-Encapsulated Platinum-Based Catalysts for Propane Dehydrogenation. Applied and Computational Engineering,238,27-35.
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Published on 11 May 2026 DOI: 10.54254/2755-2721/2026.AD33327
Zhonghan Lin

Since the commercialization of lithiumion batteries in the 1990s, they have been extensively applied in portable electronics, electric vehicles, and energystorage systemsowing to their high energy density, long cycle life, low selfdischarge rate, and environmental benignity. As the core component determining the capacity and stability of lithiumion batteries, cathode materials play a decisive role in overall electrochemical performance. This paper briefly reviews the developmental history, fundamental structure, and operating mechanism of lithiumion batteries, then focuses on three major categories of commercial and researchoriented cathode materials: olivinetype lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO₄), spinelstructured lithium manganese oxide (LiMn₂O₄) and its highvoltage derivatives such as LiNi₀.₅Mn₁.₅O₄, as well as layered oxide systems including LiCoO₂, LiNiO₂, NiCoMn (NCM) ternary materials, and lithiumrich manganesebased layered oxides. It systematically compares their crystal structures, electrochemical characteristics, inherent drawbacks, and common modification strategies, with the purpose of offering theoretical support and technical guidance for the rational design and industrial application of advanced cathode materials.

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Lin,Z. (2026). Research Progress in Cathode Materials for Lithium-Ion Batteries. Applied and Computational Engineering,238,19-26.
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Volume 239May 2026

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Proceedings of CONF-CDS 2026 Symposium: Computer Vision-Based Multimodal Cognitive Load Estimation for Adaptive Media Communication

Conference website: https://2026.confcds.org/Glasgow/Home.html

Conference date: 14 August 2026

ISBN: 978-1-80590-776-3(Print)/978-1-80590-777-0(Online)

Editor: Marwan Omar

Volume 238May 2026

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Proceedings of CONF-MSS 2026 Symposium: Advanced Composite Materials and Polymer Chemistry

Conference website: https://2026.confmss.org/Adana/Home.html

Conference date: 19 June 2026

ISBN: 978-1-80590-764-0(Print)/978-1-80590-765-7(Online)

Editor: Mustafa İSTANBULLU

Volume 237May 2026

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Proceedings of CONF-FMCE 2026 Symposium: Smart City and Infrastructure Engineering

Conference website: https://2026.conffmce.org/Chicago/Home.html

Conference date: 9 October 2026

ISBN: 978-1-80590-756-5(Print)/978-1-80590-757-2(Online)

Editor: Anil Fernando

Volume 236April 2026

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Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Functional Materials and Civil Engineering

Conference website: https://2026.conffmce.org/

Conference date: 9 October 2026

ISBN: 978-1-80590-751-0(Print)/978-1-80590-752-7(Online)

Editor: Anil Fernando

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