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Explainable and Transparent AI for Engineering Applications

A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Computing and Artificial Intelligence".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 October 2025 | Viewed by 51

Special Issue Editors


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School of Automation, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China
Interests: explainable AI; rehabilitation robots; human-machine interaction

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Institute for Technologies and Management of Digital Transformation, Lise-Meitner-Strasse 27, 42119 Wuppertal, Germany
Interests: machine learning and deep learning; industrial artificial intelligence; transfer learning and lifelong learning; deep reinforcement learning
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

In recent years, the rapid development and widespread application of artificial intelligence (AI) in engineering fields have brought significant advancements. However, the complexity and opacity of many AI models pose challenges in terms of interpretability and trustworthiness. This Special Issue will explore the latest advancements in explainable and transparent AI technologies specifically tailored for engineering applications. We seek contributions that address methodologies, frameworks, and case studies that enhance the interpretability and transparency of AI systems in various engineering domains. Topics may include but are not limited to explainable AI algorithms, model visualization techniques, trustworthiness evaluation, and real-world applications in fields such as automation, robotics, and intelligent systems. This Special Issue will provide a platform for researchers and practitioners to share innovative solutions and insights, enabling the development of more reliable and understandable AI applications in engineering.

Dr. Feng Wang
Dr. Hasan Tercan
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • explainable AI
  • transparent AI
  • engineering applications
  • interpretability
  • model visualization
  • trustworthiness
  • intelligent systems

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