where N represents the number of data points in each CV sweep segment, and ifwd and irev represent current on the forward and reverse sweep, respectively. Mapping hysteresis across the kinetic zone diagram reveals a well-defined minimum in the KS zone. This well-defined response surface should improve optimization performance, allowing the BO algorithm to home in on the desired CV profile. Additionally, optimizing for minimal hysteresis helps avoid CVs with substantial non-faradaic backgrounds, which can contribute to errors in determining kinetic parameters. We hypothesized that the hysteresis-based descriptor, with its simplified operation and clearly defined minima will enable faster and more consistent convergence to the desired CV profile than the errorbased descriptor, allowing for more efficient autonomous experiments. We now turn to evaluate the performance of both CV descriptors using a simulated version of our autonomous workflow.