Research ArticleOpen accessIn the author namesA Conceptual Framework for Efficient and Sustainable Pruning Techniques in Deep Learning ModelsNyalalani Smarts, Rajalakshm Selvaraj, Venumadhav KuthadiThis research paper proposes a conceptual framework and optimization algorithm for pruning techniques in deep learning models, its focus is on key challenges such as model size, computational efficiency, inference speed and sustainable technology development. The aim of the framework is to transition from large neural networks to sparse, efficient models, indicating the benefits of pruning in improving model scalability … …Journal of Computer Science, Vol. 21, Issue 5 · 26 Apr 2025 · 5,276 accessesView PDFCite