American Journal of Applied Science and Technology

Edge-Driven Cooperative Intelligence for Industrial Internet of Things: Integrating Multi-Agent Systems, Edge Computing, And AI for Real-Time Digital Twin Ecosystems

2026-03-06T11:44:34+00:00

The rapid evolution of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) has transformed modern industrial ecosystems by enabling interconnected cyber-physical infrastructures capable of real-time sensing, communication, and decision-making. However, the exponential growth of connected devices and data streams presents critical challenges related to latency, scalability, interoperability, and security. Edge computing and edge intelligence have emerged as promising paradigms to address these challenges by relocating computational capabilities closer to data sources. In parallel, agent-based systems, artificial intelligence techniques, and digital twin architectures are increasingly being integrated into IIoT infrastructures to support distributed autonomy and adaptive decision-making. This research article provides a comprehensive theoretical exploration of the integration of edge computing, cooperative multi-agent systems, and artificial intelligence for real-time digital twin deployment in next-generation industrial environments. Drawing extensively from contemporary literature on IoT architectures, industrial edge computing, machine learning for edge environments, and multi-agent cooperation, the study develops a conceptual framework describing how intelligent edge nodes can coordinate autonomous industrial processes while ensuring scalability, resilience, and security. The methodology adopts an integrative analytical approach based on systematic literature synthesis and conceptual modeling to examine how distributed intelligence can be embedded across IoT-edge-cloud continuums. The findings highlight the role of cooperative smart objects, distributed learning models, and edge-enabled digital twins in facilitating predictive analytics, real-time monitoring, and adaptive system optimization. The study further discusses the importance of cross-domain standardization, trust-aware coordination mechanisms, and emerging AI technologies such as large language models in shaping the future of intelligent industrial infrastructures. By synthesizing insights from IoT architecture research, edge computing paradigms, and AI-driven communication systems, this article contributes a comprehensive theoretical perspective on the development of resilient, intelligent, and scalable industrial cyber-physical ecosystems.

Advantages of The Cluster Approach Over Traditional Approaches in Developing Students' Digital Competence

2026-03-16T03:34:08+00:00

This article scientifically analyzes the pedagogical possibilities of the cluster approach in the process of developing students' digital competence and its advantages over traditional teaching approaches. In the modern education system, digital transformation processes make the development of students' skills in the effective use of information and communication technologies one of the important tasks. Therefore, the study considered the process of forming digital competence as a systematic, integrative and collaborative educational model. It was argued that the educational environment organized on the basis of the cluster approach serves the comprehensive development of students' competencies such as information literacy, use of digital technologies, communication, problem solving and independent learning activities. The research used pedagogical observation, questionnaires, experimental studies and statistical analysis methods. The results obtained showed that the educational process organized on the basis of the cluster approach is more effective in developing students' digital competence than traditional teaching methods.

Designing Software-Didactic Resources for Developing Digital Literacy of Higher Education Students

2026-03-16T02:36:17+00:00

In conditions where digital technologies are deeply penetrating all spheres of society, new pedagogical tasks are emerging before the higher education system. The modern education system requires the formation not only of students’ theoretical knowledge but also of their digital competencies. The main purpose of this research is to design a software-didactic platform aimed at developing the digital literacy of students in higher education institutions and to develop its technical and pedagogical architecture. During the research process, methods such as system analysis, pedagogical modeling, software system design, and educational process design were used. As a result, a conceptual model of a multilayer software platform intended for use in a digital learning environment was developed. The platform consists of a user interface, authentication system, database, didactic content module, and analytical monitoring system. The research results showed that scientifically developed software platforms contribute to the development of students’ digital literacy, the formation of their independent learning skills, and the improvement of the efficiency of the educational process.

Resilient Renewable Energy Conversion and Transparent Supply Chain Finance Under Geopolitical Uncertainty: An Integrative Governance Framework Linking MPPT Control, Blockchain Passports, And Crypto-Asset Interconnectedness

2026-03-08T14:54:33+00:00

Renewable energy deployment is increasingly shaped not only by conversion efficiency and control stability but also by the quality of supply chain governance and the financial risk environment in which energy infrastructure is produced, financed, and operated. This study develops an integrative research framework that connects (i) advanced control and optimization practices for wind and photovoltaic (PV) energy conversion, particularly maximum power point tracking (MPPT), inverter-based control, and grid-tied multifunctional operation, with (ii) evolving supply chain transparency mechanisms, including blockchain product passports and alliance-level blockchain adoption, and (iii) the macro-financial risk channels that transmit geopolitical shocks, policy uncertainty, and supply chain pressure into energy security and crypto-asset volatility. Using a qualitative meta-synthesis design grounded in systematic interpretive analysis, the study draws strictly on the provided interdisciplinary literature spanning renewable energy control (fuzzy logic, digital inverter control, ANN optimization, FPGA control, and novel control approaches), risk classification in supply chains, blockchain-enabled transparency, corporate fraud mitigation via transparency, and time-varying linkages among geopolitical risk, metals, supply chain pressure, and cryptocurrency market dynamics. The analysis identifies a central governance gap: technical gains in MPPT accuracy, converter resilience, and intelligent control are often pursued without commensurate mechanisms to assure traceability of critical components, legitimacy of environmental claims, or robustness of financing channels under geopolitical stress. The results synthesize evidence into a practical governance architecture comprising four coupled layers—conversion control integrity, cyber-physical assurance, supply chain traceability, and financial risk buffering—designed to increase energy system reliability while reducing informational opacity that may amplify fraud, alliance breakdown, and capital flight during risk episodes. The study concludes that renewable energy resilience requires co-design between engineering control strategies and institutional transparency instruments to improve system performance, accountability, and investment stability across volatile global conditions.

Increasing Thermal Efficiency by Optimizing Radiator Connection Schemes in Building Heating Systems

2026-03-18T09:52:57+00:00

This article examines the connection schemes of radiators widely used in building heating systems and their influence on thermal efficiency. The side, diagonal, and bottom connection schemes of radiators are analyzed, and their heat transfer efficiency as well as their impact on heat distribution within buildings are compared. The results of the study show that the radiator connection method has a significant effect on heat distribution. It was determined that the diagonal connection scheme is one of the most efficient methods in terms of heat transfer performance. The findings also indicate that selecting an appropriate radiator connection scheme is important in the design of building heating systems.

The Role of Business Simulation Programs in Developing Students’ Economic and Information Competence

2026-03-16T03:31:20+00:00

In the context of the modern digital economy, improving the quality of economic education in higher education institutions and developing students’ economic and information competence is one of the urgent tasks. This article analyzes the pedagogical and methodological aspects of using business simulation software in the process of economic education. The study examines the educational potential of economic simulation programs such as Big Ambitions, Capitalism II, Timeflow – Time & Money Sim, Internet Cafe & Supermarket Simulator 2024, and Business Mania. The results of the study indicate that business simulators serve as an effective pedagogical tool for developing skills in modeling economic processes, making economic decisions, and working with economic information.

Teaching Economic Terminology Through Authentic Materials and Textbook-Based Instruction: A Comparative Analysis

2026-03-14T08:05:05+00:00

This study examines the effectiveness of teaching economic terminology through authentic materials compared with traditional textbook-based instruction in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) classes. In the context of globalization and professional communication, students specializing in economics must acquire not only general English proficiency but also discipline-specific vocabulary. However, many learners struggle to understand and use economic terminology appropriately in academic and professional contexts.

The study adopts a quasi-experimental mixed-methods research design to compare vocabulary acquisition outcomes in two instructional settings. The dataset consists of 80 undergraduate students majoring in economics who participated in a six-week instructional program. Forty students learned economic terminology through authentic materials such as economic news articles, financial reports, and case studies, while forty students studied the same terminology through traditional textbook-based exercises.

Quantitative analysis measured vocabulary retention, contextual usage accuracy, and terminology recognition through pre- and post-tests. Qualitative classroom observations and student interviews were conducted to explore learning experiences and engagement patterns.

The findings demonstrate that students exposed to authentic materials showed higher contextual understanding and more accurate productive use of economic terms. In contrast, students in the textbook-based group demonstrated better memorization of definitions but struggled to apply terminology in real communicative contexts. The results suggest that authentic materials significantly enhance conceptual understanding and contextual vocabulary use. The study concludes that integrating authentic economic discourse into ESP instruction can improve students’ professional language competence.