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most citedNeuromorphic Digital-Twin-based Controller for Indoor Multi-UAV Systems Deployment

6 citations · 13 across the 15 of their papers we have counts for

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15 papers

cs.NE2026

Unified Complex-valued Neural Network: A Magnitude-Phase Computational Model for Event-Driven Neuromorphic Learning

Reza Ahmadvand, Sarah Safura Sharif, Yaser Mike Banad

Artificial neural networks (ANN) provide accurate continuous-valued representation, whereas spiking neural networks (SNN) offer event-driven temporal processing, yet both paradigms…

cs.AR2026

Memristor Technologies for Dynamic Vision Sensors: A Critical Assessment and Research Roadmap

Mohamad Yazan Sadoun, Edris Zaman Farsa, Sarah Sharif +1

Edge-AI deployment is bottlenecked by data-movement energy; pairing event-driven vision sensors with in-memory analog compute could lift that ceiling by orders of magnitude. Both t…

cs.AR2026

Toward Digital Twins in 3D IC Packaging: A Critical Review of Physics, Data, and Hybrid Architectures

Gourab Datta, Sarah Safura Sharif, Yaser Mike Banad

Three-dimensional integrated circuit (3D IC) pack-aging and heterogeneous integration have emerged as central pillars of contemporary semiconductor scaling. Yet, the multi-physics…

cs.RO2026

Event-based Heterogeneous Information Processing for Online Vision-based Obstacle Detection and Localization

Reza Ahmadvand, Sarah Safura Sharif, Yaser Mike Banad

This paper introduces a novel framework for robotic vision-based navigation that integrates Hybrid Neural Networks (HNNs) with Spiking Neural Network (SNN)-based filtering to enhan…

physics.optics2025

XG-Attention-WGAN PIC: Utilizing XGboost-Attention-WGAN for Photonics Integrated Circuit Design

Mahmood Hasani, Atena Shircharandabi, Masiha Rabiei +4

Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) are fundamental for optical computing, communication, quantum information processing, and precision sensing. However, traditional numerical simu…

cs.RO2025

Novel Pigeon-inspired 3D Obstacle Detection and Avoidance Maneuver for Multi-UAV Systems

Reza Ahmadvand, Sarah Safura Sharif, Yaser Mike Banad

Recent advances in multi-agent systems manipulation have demonstrated a rising demand for the implementation of multi-UAV systems in urban areas, which are always subjected to the…

cs.NE2025

Ultra-Low-Power Spiking Neurons in 7 nm FinFET Technology: A Comparative Analysis of Leaky Integrate-and-Fire, Morris-Lecar, and Axon-Hillock Architectures

Logan Larsh, Raiyan Siddique, Sarah Sharif Yaser Mike Banad

Neuromorphic computing aims to replicate the brain's remarkable energy efficiency and parallel processing capabilities for large-scale artificial intelligence applications. In this…

cs.NE2025★ 6 cited

Neuromorphic Digital-Twin-based Controller for Indoor Multi-UAV Systems Deployment

Reza Ahmadvand, Sarah Safura Sharif, Yaser Mike Banad

Presented study introduces a novel distributed cloud-edge framework for autonomous multi-UAV systems that combines the computational efficiency of neuromorphic computing with natur…

eess.SY2024

Neuromorphic Robust Estimation of Nonlinear Dynamical Systems Applied to Satellite Rendezvous

Reza Ahmadvand, Sarah Safura Sharif, Yaser Mike Banad

State estimation of nonlinear dynamical systems has long aimed to balance accuracy, computational efficiency, robustness, and reliability. The rapid evolution of various industries…

physics.app-ph2024

Design of Tunable Perfect Absorbers in the Mid-IR Spectrum Using Graphene-Based Multilayer Structures: Emerging Applications in Atmospheric Window Matching

Masoumeh Nazari, Yaser Mike Banad, Sarah S. Sharif

This paper introduces tunable and switchable Perfect Absorbers (PAs) operating within the mid-infrared spectrum, specifically targeting the 3 to 5 um range at 0.25 um intervals. Th…

eess.SY2024

A Cloud-Edge Framework for Energy-Efficient Event-Driven Control: An Integration of Online Supervised Learning, Spiking Neural Networks and Local Plasticity Rules

Reza Ahmadvand, Sarah Safura Sharif, Yaser Mike Banad

This paper presents a novel cloud-edge framework for addressing computational and energy constraints in complex control systems. Our approach centers around a learning-based contro…

physics.optics2023

Optical Properties and Behavior of Whispering Gallery Mode Resonators in Complex Microsphere Configurations: Insights for Sensing and Information Processing Applications

Yaser M. Banad, Syed Mohammad Abid Hasan, Sarah S. Sharif +2

Whispering gallery mode (WGM) resonators are garnering significant attention due to their unique characteristics and remarkable properties. When integrated with optical sensing and…

cs.RO2023★ 3 cited

Neuromorphic Robust Framework for Concurrent Estimation and Control in Dynamical Systems using Spiking Neural Networks

Reza Ahmadvand, Sarah Safura Sharif, Yaser Mike Banad

Concurrent estimation and control of robotic systems remains an ongoing challenge, where controllers rely on data extracted from states/parameters riddled with uncertainties and no…

cs.LG2023★ 3 cited

Enhancing Energy Efficiency and Reliability in Autonomous Systems Estimation using Neuromorphic Approach

Reza Ahmadvand, Sarah Safura Sharif, Yaser Mike Banad

Energy efficiency and reliability have long been crucial factors for ensuring cost-effective and safe missions in autonomous systems computers. With the rapid evolution of industri…

quant-ph2022★ 1 cited

Surpassing the Standard Quantum Limit using an Optical Spring

Torrey Cullen, Scott Aronson, Ron Pagano +9

Quantum mechanics places noise limits and sensitivity restrictions on physical measurements. The balance between unwanted backaction and the precision of optical measurements impos…