Communications & Networks Connect

Communications & Networks Connect

Print ISSN: 3006-4813Online ISSN: 3105-1421

13 articles

Volume 3
2 articles
Research ArticleOpen Access

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

Ahmed Ressan Hussen, Rashid Iqbal+3 more

Vol. 3

VVisible 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...

0 citations

Research ArticleOpen Access

May 26, 2026

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

Kunal P. Sangurmath, Michael B. Rahaim

Vol. 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...

0 citations

Volume 2
5 articles
EditorialOpen Access

December 30, 2025

Preface

Hany Elgala

Vol. 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 sp...

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Research ArticleOpen Access

December 8, 2025

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

Idris Olanrewaju Ibraheem, Abdulrauf Uthman Tosho

Vol. 2

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

0 citations

Research ArticleOpen Access

October 4, 2025

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

Vijayakumar Kadumbadi, Thirumaraiselvan Packirisamy+2 more

Vol. 2

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

4 citations

Research ArticleOpen Access

June 26, 2025

Dynamic Information Security Systems through Adaptive Architecture

Rachel John Robinson

Vol. 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...

2 citations

Volume 1
6 articles
EditorialOpen Access

March 28, 2025

Preface

Hany Elgala

Vol. 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...

0 citations

Research ArticleOpen Access

March 18, 2025

Physical Layer Security in Lossy Untrusted Relay Networks with Finite Blocklength

Shen Qian, Meng Cheng

Vol. 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...

1 citation

Research ArticleOpen Access

March 10, 2025

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

Shivam Bhutiani, Nupur Shah

Vol. 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 t...

1 citation

Research ArticleOpen Access

November 19, 2024

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

Hamna Shoukat, Nelofar Aslam+2 more

Vol. 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 th...

3 citations

Research ArticleOpen Access

September 28, 2024

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

Saksham Dewan, Hany Elgala

Vol. 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...

2 citations

Research ArticleOpen Access

September 10, 2024

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

Damien Campbell, William Farrelly+1 more

Vol. 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...

1 citation