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Research Interests
Integrated work across smart cities, manufacturing analytics, and digital transformation reveals a coherent focus on leveraging AI, data, and connected technologies to enhance urban systems, industry reliability, and organizational strategy. The publications collectively emphasize (i) the synthesis of Urban Digital Twins, IoT, AI, edge/cloud architectures, and emerging technologies (GenAI, blockchain) to support sustainable, resilient smart cities; (ii) data-driven condition monitoring and predictive maintenance for spur gearboxes using time-, frequency-, and time–frequency-domain features, robust feature selection, and AI classifiers with high accuracy; (iii) the role of happiness, well-being, and ethical governance in business and social marketing, extending AI-enabled measurement to leadership and workforce engagement; and (iv) the evaluation and standardization of digital transformation technologies and maturity models to guide cross-industry adoption. Methodologically, the set spans systematic literature reviews, empirical signal processing, machine learning model development (RF, KNN, PCA, ANOVA), sensor placement analyses, and organizational/educational frameworks. Impact centers on proposing research agendas, practical validation in industrial contexts, and guidance for policymakers and managers toward data-driven, interoperable, and human-centric digital ecosystems.
Key Topics:
- Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Data Science
- Manufacturing Systems, Maintenance, Reliability & Predictive Maintenance (PHM)
- Sensors, Instrumentation & Measurement Systems
- Smart Grids, IoT, Edge/Fog & Industry 4.0
- Urban Digital Transformation, Smart Cities & Digital Twins
- Cybersecurity, Privacy, Trust & Blockchain
- Business, Economics, SMEs, Finance & Entrepreneurship
- Psychology, Mental Health, Social Well-being & Violence Prevention
- Governance, Law, Policy, Ethics & Regulation
- Standards, Validation, Benchmarks & Measurement Best-Practice
- Research Methods, Measurement, Bibliometrics & Academic Practice
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 4 Quality Education
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SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
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SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
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SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
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SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
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SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
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SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Projects
- 10 Active
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Statistical-mathematical modeling for decision-making in science and technology
Guevara Segarra, M. F. (Col), Ordoñez Morales, E. F. (Col), Perez Torres, J. A. (PI), Flores Vazquez, M. E. (Col), Barceló Cerdá, S. (External), Figueroa Zúñiga, J. (External), Navarrete Campos, J. P. (External), Muñoz Gutiérrez, F. (External), Fenández López, R. (External) & Winkler Garrido, D. (External)
16/04/26 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Observatory of student participation and digital government for the strengthening of citizenship in Ecuador
Narvaez Villa, P. H. (Col), Perez Torres, J. A. (Col), Inga Ortega, J. P. (Col), Zuna Serrano, K. A. (PI), Mendez Reyes, J. M. (Col), Solano Paucay, V. M. (Col) & Marin Neira, M. D. (External)
10/03/26 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Evaluation of the discriminative capacity of multisensor signals for multi-label classification of simple, multi-fault, and compound faults in rotating machinery
Pinos Velez, E. G. (Col), Sanchez Loja, R. V. (Col), Perez Torres, J. A. (Col), Villacis Marin, M. L. (Col) & Orozco Tupacyupanqui, W. H. (PI)
2/02/26 → …
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Multimodal fusion of dynamic signals and tribological analysis for remaining useful life estimation in spur gearboxes using an interpretable AI approach
Montero Salgado, J. P. (Col), Sanchez Loja, R. V. (Col), Calle Guamantario, W. P. (Col), Narvaez Villa, P. H. (PI), Perez Torres, J. A. (Col) & Garcia Tobar, M. O. (Col)
2/02/26 → …
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Application of a comprehensive sports initiation program to influence motor, psychological, language, physical condition, and nutritional knowledge development in school-age children through a contextualized and multidimensional approach
Cevallos Larrea, P. F. (Col), Perez Torres, J. A. (Col), Alvarez Alvarez, M. G. (PI), Ramon Ramon, F. O. (Col), Diaz Contreras, K. M. (Col), Figueroa Solano, S. D. R. (Col), Carpio Peñaherrera, M. I. (Col), Arce Cuesta, D. C. (Col), Rodriguez Garcia, N. L. (Student), Chérrez Muñoz, C. E. (Student), Lema Mendez, C. R. (Student) & Solano Quizhpilema, C. E. (Student)
2/02/26 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Advancements in Urban Water Consumption Management: A Review of Digital Transformation Through Smart Meters, Management Platforms, and Artificial Intelligence
Sacoto Cabrera, E. J. & Pérez-Torres, A., 2026, Proceedings of the International Conference on Computer Science, Electronics and Industrial Engineering, CSEI 2024 - Volume 1: Innovative Approaches in AI, IoT, and Software Systems. Garcia, M. V., Reyes, J.-P., Nuñez, C. & Gordón-Gallegos, C. (eds.). Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, p. 663-680 18 p. (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems; vol. 1516 LNNS).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
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Classification of the Severity Level of Breakage Failure in Spur Gearboxes Through Frequency Domain Vibration Signal Analysis
Pérez-Torres, A., Sánchez, R. V. & Barceló-Cerdá, S., 2025, Systems, Smart Technologies, and Innovation for Society - Proceedings of CITIS 2024. Inga Ortega, E. M., Robles-Bykbaev, V. E., García Herranz, N. & Gallego Diaz, E. (eds.). Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, p. 462-472 11 p. (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems; vol. 1331 LNNS).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
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Condition Indicator Fusion and Machine Learning-Based Severity Assessment of Tooth Breakage Failures in Spur Gearboxes
Perez Torres, A., Sanchez, R. V., Lagos Alvarez, B. & Barcelo Cerda, S., 2025, TEMSCON LATAM 2025 - Technology and Engineering Management Society Conference. Mendoza, P. S., Vilora-Nunez, C. & Ahumanda-Tello, E. (eds.). Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., (TEMSCON LATAM 2025 - Technology and Engineering Management Society Conference).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
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Free Trade Agreements and Welfare Economics: A Review
Guevara-Segarra, F., Guevara-Segarra, G. & Pérez-Torres, A., 21 Aug 2025, A Journey towards Happiness Management as a leitmotiv for well-being, social marketing and business success. Peter Lang Publishing Group, p. 167-186 20 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
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IoT, AI, and Digital Twins in Smart Cities: A Systematic Review for a Thematic Mapping and Research Agenda
Sacoto-Cabrera, E. J., Perez-Torres, A., Tello-Oquendo, L. & Cerrada, M., Oct 2025, In: Smart Cities. 8, 5, 175.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
Open Access19 Link opens in a new tab Scopus citations