Intelligent Communication and Sensor Networks for Advanced Signal Processing

Dear Colleagues, 

The rapid development of intelligent communication systems and sensor networks is transforming modern signal processing and data-driven decision-making. Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, edge computing, and next-generation communication systems (5G/6G, IoT, and IIoT) are enabling sensing platforms that are not only faster and more accurate, but also autonomous, adaptive, and energy efficient.

This Special Issue, ‘Intelligent Communication and Sensor Networks for Advanced Signal Processing’, aims to showcase recent advances in intelligent sensing architectures, smart communication frameworks, and AI-enhanced signal processing methodologies. We particularly encourage research that integrates smart sensors, real-time edge analytics, and AI-driven optimization to improve system scalability, resilience, and reliability across diverse applications, including industrial automation, healthcare monitoring, environmental sensing, transportation, and smart cities.  

In this Special Issue, original research articles, case studies, and comprehensive reviews are invited on topics including, but not limited to, the following:

• AI and machine learning algorithms for sensor data analysis and communication optimization;
• Intelligent and adaptive signal processing for sensor networks;
• Distributed and cooperative sensing and decision-making architectures;
• Edge and fog computing for real-time sensor data analytics;
• Next-generation wireless sensor networks (5G/6G, IoT, and IIoT);
• Free-Space Optical (FSO) and hybrid optical–wireless communication systems;
• Energy-efficient communication and data compression in smart sensing systems;
• Multi-sensor data fusion and uncertainty quantification;
• Intelligent fault detection, diagnostics, and predictive maintenance;
• Cognitive and reconfigurable communication networks for sensor systems;
• Applications in structural health monitoring, smart cities, environmental sensing, and autonomous vehicles. 

This Special Issue seeks to bring together interdisciplinary contributions that bridge the gap between signal processing theory, intelligent communication, and sensor network applications, paving the way toward smarter, faster, and more reliable sensing systems for future digital ecosystems. 

We look forward to receiving your contributions. 

Dr. Yibeltal Chanie Manie
Dr. Hayle Stotaw Talbachew
Guest Editors

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