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open-access Research Article

Available Online: 16 Jun 2026

Sum Rate Optimisation for IRS-Assisted VLC Systems with Time Delay Considerations Using Deep Q-Learning

Volume 3

Visible light communication (VLC) is a promising solution for high-speed indoor wireless connectivity, offering advantages such as license-free spectrum and enhanced physical-layer security. However, VLC performance is highly dependent on line-of-sight (LoS) conditions and is vulnerable to signal degradation caused by device orientation and dynamic obstructions. To address these challenges, this paper proposes a deep Q-Learning (DQL) framework for resource optimisation in intelligent reflecting surfaces (IRS)-assisted VLC systems. A realistic..

Journal: Communications & Networks Connect
open-access Research Article

Published: 26 May 2026

Performance Characterization of gr-owc, the GNU Radio Out-of-Tree Module for Optical Wireless Communications

Volume 3

As researchers continue to investigate novel technologies for next-generations of wireless communications systems, flexible and adaptable tools remain essential for system testing and development. Software-Defined Radios (SDRs) provide flexible and reconfigurable signal-processing capabilities, thereby serving as a crucial platform for the rapid prototyping, testing, and experimental validation of communication systems. GNU Radio is an open-source SDR toolkit that enables the extension of its core software library through the development of..

Journal: Communications & Networks Connect
open-access Editorial

Published: 30 Dec 2025

Preface

Volume 2

We are pleased to present the second volume of Communications & Networks Connect, a multidisciplinary journal dedicated to advancing research in communication and networking technologies across the electromagnetic spectrum. This volume aligns with the journal's mission to provide a platform for innovative research focusing on the challenges posed by heterogeneous networks, energy efficiency, and robust security measures. The research articles featured in this volume underscore the importance of connecting theoretical..

Journal: Communications & Networks Connect
open-access Research Article

Published: 08 Dec 2025

A Unified Snort–OSSEC Hybrid Intrusion Detection Framework for Cloud Security

Volume 2

Journal: Communications & Networks Connect
open-access Research Article

Published: 04 Oct 2025

Optimizing Cluster Head Selection and Routing in 5G WSNs: A Reinforcement Learning and Deep Learning Approach

Volume 2

Journal: Communications & Networks Connect
open-access Research Article

Published: 01 Sep 2025

Integrating Rivest–Shamir–Adleman (RSA) Encryption and Forward Error Correction (FEC) Codes for Secure and Robust Underwater Optical Wireless Communication

Volume 2

Journal: Communications & Networks Connect
open-access Research Article

Published: 26 Jun 2025

Dynamic Information Security Systems through Adaptive Architecture

Volume 2

The manufacturing industry is at the forefront of a digital transformation that promises significant enhancements in product and service quality. However, this technological shift also raises concerns about data security and information protection. In response to these challenges, a research study was conducted to investigate cybersecurity incidents in the manufacturers and assess the effectiveness of the Zero-Trust Architecture (ZTA) as a solution. The primary objectives of this research were to..

Journal: Communications & Networks Connect
open-access Research Article

Published: 10 Mar 2025

A Novel Approach towards Establishing Free Space Optical Inter Satellite Links beyond the Kármán Line

Volume 1

The rapid surge in the technological advancement of humanity calls for development of faster, reliable & effective communication methods between satellites orbiting in outer space. The infamous inter-satellite link technology, coupled with free space optical communication is a robust solution for the same. While establishing this for low earth orbit satellites, it is critical to ensure that the links established across the two satellites avoid the atmosphere, i.e., the links..

Journal: Communications & Networks Connect
open-access Research Article

Published: 18 Mar 2025

Physical Layer Security in Lossy Untrusted Relay Networks with Finite Blocklength

Volume 1

In this paper, we examine the physical layer security (PLS) in lossy untrusted relay networks, focusing on finite blocklength transmissions. In such networks, ensuring secure communication is particularly challenging due to the presence of untrusted relay nodes and the inherent limitations of short-packet transmissions. We propose the reliable-and-secure probability (RSP) as a performance metric to evaluate the likelihood that the destination node successfully recovers the transmitted message while untrusted relays..

Journal: Communications & Networks Connect
open-access Research Article

Published: 28 Sep 2024

Towards Low Complexity VLC Systems: A Multi-Task Learning Approach

Volume 1

In the rapidly evolving landscape of wireless communication, visible light communication (VLC) stands out for its potential to redefine high-speed data exchange. Recently, VLC has utilized waveforms that combine multiple bitstreams in a unified physical layer, allowing for high-speed data exchange, precise localization, and robust control simultaneously. Particularly, the demodulation tasks of beacon position modulation (BPM) and beacon phase shift keying (BePSK) are central to decoding of such waveforms and..

Journal: Communications & Networks Connect
open-access Editorial

Published: 28 Mar 2025

Preface

Volume 1

Welcome to the inaugural volume of Comm&Optics Connect, a multidisciplinary journal dedicated to advancing communication and networks across the entire electromagnetic spectrum. This first volume embodies our vision to provide a platform where groundbreaking research in radio, mmWave, THz, and optical technologies converges. The future of communication networks lies in the seamless integration of technologies across the electromagnetic spectrum to support ultra-high speed, ultra-low latency, and massive connectivity. However, realizing..

Journal: Communications & Networks Connect
open-access Research Article

Published: 19 Nov 2024

Technological Trends in Open Fronthauls for Beyond 5G and 6G Networks

Volume 1

Ultra-massive interconnection composed of extremely small to minuscule networks that are significantly overloaded is required for the fifth generation (5G) and the next sixth generation (6G) networks. In order to meet the demands for network flexibility, complete coverage, and huge access, the conventional radio access network (RAN) will be completely revamped. This study focuses on the technological trends in the requirements-fulfilling Open RAN (ORAN) architecture and essential technologies in this..

Journal: Communications & Networks Connect
open-access Research Article

Published: 10 Sep 2024

A Cloud Based IoT Electricity Consumption Monitoring Platform for a Residential Household

Volume 1

Energy costs are a concern, given the rate of increase in energy costs. The unprecedented switch to electricity as a source of energy is reflected in the growth of the electric vehicle, solar panel and heat pump markets as consumers compete with reducing fossil energy consumption. This paper evaluates electricity usage in two households, namely Household A and Household B using energy kilowatt hour, power wattage and the outside weather..

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