Production and industrial engineering Books
Springer Nature Switzerland AG Sustainable Innovation in Food Product Design
Book SynopsisThis book comes out of the 12th Iberoamerican Congress of Food Engineering, which took place at the University of Algarve in Faro, Portugal in July 2019. It includes the editors' selection of the best research works from oral and poster presentations delivered at the conference. The first section is dedicated to research carried out on SUSTAINABLE ALTERNATIVES TO CHEMICAL ADDITIVES TO EXTEND SHELF LIFE, with special emphasis on animal products. The second section discusses recent research in SUSTAINABLE NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT. The third section delves into the development of PLANT-BASED ALTERNATIVES TO DAIRY AND GLUTEN BASED CEREALS. The fourth section tackles CONSUMER BEHAVIOR regarding food products with new sources of protein (e.g. insects) or new sources of important nutrients (e.g. seaweeds) and the fifth discusses the VALORIZATION OF BY-PRODUCTS IN THE FOOD INDUSTRY (from fruits and wine making). For food engineers, food technologists, and food scientists looking to stay up-to-date in this field of sustainable food engineering, Sustainable Innovation in Food Product Design is the ideal resource.Table of Contents I - SUSTAINABLE ALTERNATIVES TO CHEMICAL ADDITIVES TO EXTEND SHELF LIFE 1 1 Pitangueira Leaf Extracts as Alternative to Traditional Additives in Fresh Pork Sausage 2 Flávia C. Vargas, Larissa Tessaro,, Marco A. Trindade, Lucas Arantes-Pereira, Andrezza M. Fernandes, Paulo José do A. Sobral 2 Joint application of physical agents and natural additives to inhibit the microbial growth in bovine meats surface 21 Mariana Fernández Blanco, Ana Julia Amasino, Irene Pena, Gladys Laporte, Pablo de la Sota, Daniela Olivera and Fernanda Coll Cárdenas 3 Effects of depuration on subsequent deterioration and shelf life of cultured grooved carpet shell clam Ruditapes decussatus during chilled storage. 33 Fábio Mota, Jaime Aníbal, Eduardo Esteves II - SUSTAINABLE NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT.. 52 4 Sustainability and value-added products as an opportunity: Global acceptability and sensory quality of limpet (Patella spp.) pâté enriched with strawberry-tree (Arbutus unedo)fruit extract 53 Joaquina Pinheiro, Sidónio Rodrigues, Paulo Maranhão, Susana Mendes, Rui Ganhão 5 Development of Gastronomic strategies for the application and valorization of new inverse emulsions of vegetable origin 71 Ana Silva Cátia Morgado, Nelson Félix, Maria Lima, Cristina Laranjeiro, Carlos Brandão and Manuela Guerra 6 A technological optimization to design a better gluten-free cereal-based cake premix 90 Caroline Alves Cayres, José Luis Ramírez Ascheri, Maria Antonieta Peixoto Gimenes Couto and Eveline Lopes Almeida 7 Effect of partial replacement of milk protein by vegetable proteins on the texture of requeijão 116 Alex Paulo Rodrigues, Rafael Resende Maldonado and Maria Teresa de Alvarenga Freire IV- CONSUMER BEHAVIOR.. 133 8 Evaluation of consumers’ acceptance of bread supplemented with insect protein 134 José Carlos Ribeiro,Alexandra Soares, Ana Pinto de Moura, Luís Miguel Cunha 9 Potential use of aqueous extracts of Kombu seaweed in cream cracker formulation 150 Joaquina Pinheiro, Elsa M. Gonçalvesand Rui Ganhão V - VALORIZATION OF BY-PRODUCTS FROM THE FOOD INDUSTRY.. 167 10 Non-compliant fruit as new functional food ingredients. 168 Ana A. Vilas-Boas, Ricardo Gómez-García, Débora A. Campos, Ana Oliveira and Manuela Pintado Adriana M. Fernández-Fernández, Eduardo Dellacassa, Alejandra Medrano-Fernandez, María Dolores del Castillo
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Women in 3D Printing: From Bones to Bridges and
Book SynopsisThis book provides insights into the possibilities, realities and challenges of the rapidly evolving world of 3D printing or additive manufacturing. Contributors cover the applications for 3D printing, available materials, research, and the business of additive manufacturing from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies. As an important part of the Women in Science and Engineering book series, the work highlights the contribution of women leaders in additive manufacturing, inspiring women and men, girls and boys to enter and apply themselves to world of 3D printing and be a part of bringing the true potential of 3D printing to fruition. The book features contributions of prominent female engineers, scientists, business and technology leaders in additive manufacturing from academia, industry and government labs. Provides insight into women’s contributions to the field of additive manufacturing; Presents information from academia, research, government labs and industry into advances and applications in the rapidly evolving and growing field of 3D printing; Includes applications in industries such as medicine, aerospace, and automotive. Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Accelerating the Use of Additive.- Additive in Aerospace.- Advances & Challenges of Metal 3D Printing.- Suppling the Industry for 3D Printed Parts.- Additive in Automotive.- Additive and Art.- Pulling Together the Women of Additive.- Pushing the Boundaries of Binder Jet with Metal.- Additive as an Entrepreneur, Maker, and NASA Advocate.- Industry Start Up and Innovator.- Medical Device Uses in Additive Printing Cells; It’s Not Just Science Fiction.- Design for Additive with Production Uses.- The Illusion of Hollywood.- Go Big or Go Home.- Conclusion.
£71.99
Springer Nature Switzerland AG Knowledge Management and Learning Organizations
Book SynopsisThis book focuses on knowledge management and learning organizations, showing how they realise entrepreneurship and innovation. Understanding knowledge management as the process of creating, sharing and managing an organization’s information and knowledge, and focusing learning organizations in their collaborations to promote continuous learning are two issues that are critical to the organizational success. As such, this book offers insights into the topic and the appropriate use of the tools and strategies that drive competitive organizations operating on an international or transnational scale.Table of ContentsFactors affecting knowledge management and learning: Exploring the role of diversity, inclusion and organizational citizenship behavior.- Knowledge codification.- Knowledge management: To share or not to share.- Knowledge transfer: An emerging element of a learning organisation in family businesses.- Corporate memory system: Key for experienced based management.- Knowledge management: Looking for success profiles.- The misconception between organizational learning and knowledge management.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Asset Maintenance Management in Industry: A
Book SynopsisThis book introduces readers to essential strategies, practices, and benchmarking for asset maintenance in operations intensive industries. Drawing on a case study from the oil and gas sector, it offers a methodology and practical solutions to help maintenance practitioners select and formulate an asset maintenance strategy, and to establish best maintenance practices at an organizational level using the frameworks developed here. It is intended for industry practitioners, young maintenance professionals, and students of engineering management who aspire to a career in operations intensive industries.Table of Contents1. Asset Maintenance: A Primary Support Function.- 2. Asset Maintenance in Operations-Intensive Organizations.- 3. Maintenance Strategy, Practices and Spare Parts Management.- 4. Asset Maintenance Framework and Benchmarking.- 5. Intelligent Predictive Maintenance: Industry 4.0.- 6. Asset Maintenance Strategic Plan for Operational Excellence.
£66.49
Springer Nature Switzerland AG Sustainability for 3D Printing
Book SynopsisWith advancement in modern technology human life span in 21st century has significantly improved as compared to past centuries. Indeed, the manufacturing and household wastes have also boosted in the same era, presenting a hazardous condition to the various living beings. However, through smart methodologies, it can be possible to recycle/reuse of the different types of wastes as a feedstock convenient for specialized manufacturing technologies, such as 3D printing. This means that through proper facilities the waste can be used as the raw material for the printing technologies with characteristic at par with the virgin feedstock. Furthermore, producing the feedstock using waste materials will help to reduce the cost of the processing material, productivity and eco-friendliness of this manufacturing technology. This book will cover a boarder aspect of such efforts wherein various applications and state of art solutions will be discussed in a comprehensive way. This book will be much interest for academics, research and entrepreneur who are working in the field materials science, 3D printing, and manufacturing because of its coverage of state of art solution in the field of commercial, industrial and healthcare products.Table of ContentsRecent innovations and applications of 3D printing.- Concept of waste to wealth through 3D printing.- Technological aspects for waste treatment.- 3D Printing Materials.- Waste to feedstock: An example to the various hows?- Implication of recycled waste materials with 3D printer.- Sustainability and life cycle assessment.- Practical application and success stories.
£151.99
Springer Nature Switzerland AG Artificial Intelligence for a Sustainable
Book SynopsisThis book outlines the recent advancements in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and addresses how useful it is in achieving truly sustainable solutions. The book also serves as a useful reference literature in developing sustainable engineering solutions to various social and techno-commercial issues of global significance. This book is organized into two sections: section 1 is focused on fundamentals and principles of AI to lay the groundwork for the second section. Section 2 explores the sustainable engineering solutions development using AI, which addresses challenges in various computing techniques and opportunities in engineering design for sustainable development using IoT/AI and smart cities. Applications include waste minimization, re-manufacturing, reuse and recycling technologies using IoT/AI, Industry 4.0, intelligent and smart grid systems, energy conservation using technology, and robotic process automation (RPA). The book is ideal for the engineers, researchers and students interested in how AI can aid in sustainable development applications.Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare.- IoT for Modern Life.- Artificial Intelligence in Multimedia Technology.- Artificial Intelligence in Security and Surveillance.- Artificial Intelligence in Big Data Analytics.- Communication Technologies.- Machine Learning and Computing.- Optimizations using Deep learning.- Engineering design for sustainable development using IOT/AI.- Intelligent and Smart Grid Systems.- Energy conservation using AI Technology.- Smart Cities.- Industry 4.0.- Robotic Process Automation.- Conclusion.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Life Cycle Engineering and Management of
Book SynopsisThis book presents the role of life cycle engineering and life cycle management of products and services and their contributions to corporate environmental sustainability and the circular economy. It addresses the main techniques, tools, systems and practices for improving the environmental performance of business products and services throughout their life cycles. The book covers the main topics and concepts related to life cycle engineering and life cycle management applied to the business context. It presents the themes through basic and in-depth theories. In addition, all chapters provide examples of real and hypothetical case studies for discussion and assimilation of theoretical content and its contextualization in the real and practical business scenario. The chapters are complemented by quantitative exercises.Table of Contents1) 1. Introduction to Engineering and Life Cycle Management of products 2. Cleaner production (CP) 3. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) - Def. Objective and scope 4. LCA: life cycle inventory analysis 5. LCA: life cycle impact assessment 6. LCA: Interpretation of results 7. Social LCA 8. Ecodesign of products 9. Product-Service Systems (PSS) 10. Circular Economy and Corporate Sustainability 11. Performance Management and Measurement Systems 12. Sustainable Supply Chain Management 13. Communication and Environmental Labeling
£85.49
Springer Nature Switzerland AG Innovations in Industrial Engineering
Book SynopsisThis book covers a variety of topics in the field of industrial engineering, with a special focus on research and industrial applications aimed at both improving quality of processes and products and contributing to a sustainable economy. Based on a set of papers presented at the 1st International Conference “Innovation in Engineering”, ICIE, held in Guimarães, Portugal, on June 28–30, 2021, it focuses on innovative technologies associated with and strategies for the development of Industry 4.0. The chapters discuss new ways to improve industrial production and supply chain management by applying mathematical and computational methods. They also cover important issues relating to sustainability, education, and collaborations between industry and universities, and national developments. This book, which belongs to a three-volume set, provides engineering researchers and professionals with a timely overview and extensive information on trends and technologies behind the current and future developments of Industry 4.0. Table of ContentsMachining process time series data analysis with a decision support tool.- Machining process time series data analysis with a decision support tool.- Stainless steel deep hole drilling with EDM.- Experimental Research of the Tribological Properties of D-gun Sprayed WC – Co Coatings.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG International Conference on Emerging Applications
Book SynopsisThis book addresses the adoption of intelligent algorithms for resolving challenges in different aspects of the society such as sport, cyber-security, COVID-19 pandemic, advertising, driving, smart environment—sensors, blockchain, cloud computing, and health. In addition, the book also covers machine learning fundamentals such as feature selection. The book presents practical simulation results and different illustrations in different chapters for easy understanding of concepts and approaches. The types of contributions in the book are as follows: original research, survey, and theoretical insight that describe advancement in the adoption of technique for resolving the broad range of challenges. Researchers, undergraduates, postgraduates, and industry experts will find the book as a valuable resource that bridges theory and practice. Table of ContentsThe Relevance of Nature-Inspired Metaheuristic Algorithms in Smart Sport Training.- Analysis of Variable Learning Rate Back Propagation with Cuckoo Search Algorithm for Data Classification.- A Metaheuristic based virtual machine allocation technique using Whale Optimization Algorithm in cloud.- Data Sampling-based Feature Selection Framework for Software Defect Prediction.- Application of K-Nearest Neighbor Algorithm for Prediction of Television Advertisement Rating.- An Evaluation of the Frameworks for Predicting of COVID-19 in Nigeria using Time Series Data Analytics Model.- Multi-objective Wrapper-based Feature Selection Using Binary Cuckoo Optimisation Algorithm: A Comparison Between NSGAII and NSGAIII.- A Logistic Predictive Model for Determining the Prevalent Mode of Financial Cybercrime in Sub-Saharan Africa.- Mathematical Verification of Hybrid Model for Prime Decision-Making in Driving.- An Efficient Multi-Sensor Positions Human Activity Recognition: Elderly Peoples in Rural Areas in Focus.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG XIV International Scientific Conference
Book SynopsisThis book contains proceedings of the International Scientific Conference on Precision Agriculture and Agricultural Machinery Industry INTERAGROMASH 2021. It is a collection of original and fundamental research papers in areas such as agricultural machinery, agricultural materials science, construction of agricultural facilities, training of specialists in the field of agriculture, and other topics. Each of the presented chapters has undeniable scientific value and novelty in the corresponding research areas. The book is aimed for professionals and practitioners, for researchers, scholars, and producers. The materials presented here can be used in the educational process at specific agricultural universities or during vocational training at enterprises and will become an indispensable helper to farm managers in making the best agronomic decisions. The book is also useful for representatives of regional authorities, as it gives an idea of existing high-tech solutions for agriculture.Table of ContentsHigh-Speed HFC-boriding Kinetics.- Optimal Heat Flux Reduction Inside Film Cooled Wall.- Numerical Simulation of the Operation of a Chemical Reactor with an Open Cell Foam Catalyst.- The Cost of Flexible Elements of a Rectangular Profile.- Biodiesel Production from Various Crops.- Molecular Relaxation in a Liquid Crystal after Switching off the Acoustic Action.- Microstructure and Composition of Boriding Coating Based on Boron Carbide and Amorphous Boron.- The Stress State of Corner Cutout Area of the Model Boundary by Photoelastic Method.- Influence of the Particle Number on Mixture Quality.- Increasing the Efficiency of Calculation of Magnetic Fields of Magnetostriction Level Gauges.- Specific Features of Surface Morphology During Plasma Electrolytic Processing.- LU-factorization of the System of Magnetic Field Equations of Magnetostrictive Level Transducers.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Ultra-precision High Performance Cutting: Report
Book SynopsisThis book contains the research report of the DFG Research Unit FOR 1845 (2014-2020) of the Universities of Bremen and Hannover. The thematic focus lies on speeding up ultra-precision machining technology by following a holistic approach to high-performance cutting. This includes ultra-precision milling at high spindle speeds (>10000 rpm), precision tool setting mechanisms for multi-cutting-edge diamond milling tools, magnetic levitation technology for high velocity feed axes, and dedicated control strategies for error identification and compensation at high speeds. Furthermore, automation and measurement aspects of the machine setup process especially for precision balancing of the spindle rotors are presented. Finally, it is demonstrated that how the developed technologies may be integrated into a common machine tool setup. The target audience primarily comprises research experts and practitioners in production engineering, but the book may also be of interest to graduate students alike.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Introduction to Ultra-Precision High Performance Cutting.-Chapter 2. Diamond milling with multiple cutting edges.- Chapter 3. Ultra-precision high speed cutting.-Chapter 4. Electromagnetic ultra-precision linear guide.-Chapter 5. Spindle balancing for ultra-precision high speed cutting.-Chapter 6. Ultra precision high performance axis control.-Chapter7. Achievements and future perspectives for ultra-precision high performance cutting.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Variable Takt Principle: Mastering Variance with
Book SynopsisThis book describes how the implementation of variable rate launching in the context of a mixed-model assembly line with unlimited customization flexibility promotes customer-centric production. Variable rate launching (VRL) – as opposed to fixed rate launching (FRL) – eliminates idle time and utility work in mixed-model assembly lines. Even in the context of limitless customization, which runs the risk of concentrated peak workloads and possible longer assembly lines, a variable takt proves to be more economical than a fixed takt. On the technical side, a fixed takt requires both a healthy balance of process times and optimal scheduling to create feasible production schedules, as using average takt does not allow workers enough time to complete their tasks for more complex products. Because the variable takt relies on similar process times for a given product across the entire line for one product, and all products are given exactly the time they need for assembly, optimal series-sequencing and regular task rescheduling can be eliminated. This book is intended as a reference guide for experienced executives in manufacturing and academics teaching operational effectiveness for customer-centric production, and makes extensive references to AGCO Fendt’s modern tractor line in Marktoberdorf, Germany. The book also offers application case studies from companies in related industries such as automotive, electronics, and machine tools. The book’s key message is that variation should not be universally eliminated from manufacturing. As such, the book represents a counterpoint to the philosophy advocated by the Toyota Production System. Table of ContentsChapter 1. Introduction.- Chapter 2. Basics on takt and flow - derivations from practice.- Chapter 3. Heijunka - fast as a tortoise.- Chapter 4. Variable Takt.- Chapter 5. Takt time groups at variable takt.- Chapter 6. Design-for-Tact and the ideal flow assembly.- Chapter 7. Mastering variance in assemblies - The Fendt assembly system and matrix assembly.- Chapter 8. Advanced concepts in automotive manufacturing to master variance in assemblies.- Chapter 9. Summary and outlook.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Model Based Approach for Energy and Resource
Book SynopsisThis book provides a concept to analyze and increase the energy and resource efficiency of machining systems. Machining systems are widely used to produce workpieces in large quantities and with complex geometrical shapes. These systems, however, are also relevant in terms of energy and resource consumption, which is strongly connected to the choice of cutting fluid strategy. Within the focus of the concept, cutting fluid connects the elements of the machining system and results in interactions between them. Based on this description and an extensive literature review, a modeling approach is developed that comprises the relations between process parameters, cutting fluid strategies, and relevant machining system elements. The performance of the machining system is assessed with regard to environmental, economic as well as technological indicators and improved by various organizational and technical measures. The exemplary application of the developed concept is carried out in the context of two case studies and also indicates the corresponding effects of improvement measures.Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Machining Systems and Impact of Cutting Fluids.- State of Research.- Concept Development.- Exemplary Application of the Concept.- Summary, Discussion and Outlook.
£104.49
Springer Nature Switzerland AG Interdisciplinary and Social Nature of
Book SynopsisThis book covers practical and philosophical aspects of Engineering, paying special attention to the social impacts of emerging technologies. Some fundamentals of philosophy of technology are introduced followed by social, economic, and environmental discussion and implications in different disciplines. Each chapter provides insights on the responsibilities involved in the design of engineering projects. The examples presented combine concepts about the impacts of Engineering in society at the same time that incorporates new technological models, yielding an innovative approach about the topics. Table of Contents1 Introduction and discussion of a new syllabus in Engineering courses2 Philosophy in Engineering3 Design norms4 Engineering and social welfare5 Dynamic Systems applied to social modelling6 Legal Aspects of Engineering7 Sustainability8 Stability9 Metrics of performance10 Renewable sources11 Control12 Statistic13 Economy14 Telecommunications15 Optimization16 Electric Vehicles and storage17 Dams
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Contracting and Safety: Exploring Outsourcing
Book SynopsisThis open access book examines the increase in outsourcing, contracting and subcontracting as ways of organising work. It explores the impact of these employment arrangements on public safety, particularly when they are linked to complex supply networks in a range of engineering industries including oil and gas, nuclear power and aviation. The brief provides practical recommendations on how best to manage arrangements that target short-term profitability and also maintain excellence in long-term safety outcomes. The brief is a source of advice for organisations on how to maximise the benefits and minimise long-term system reliability issues that can be introduced by contracting and outsourcing, rather than assuming it to be a wholly negative or positive practice. Contracting and Safety comprises qualitative, empirical studies focusing on high-reliability organisation. As such, this brief provides a rich picture of the experience of working in complex supply chains. It will be of interest to researchers in industrial safety, as well as safety professionals and project managers within engineering industries.Table of ContentsPart I: Maintenance & Operations.- 1. Contracting and Safety: Lessons From Observing an Outsourcing Process ‘in the Making’.- 2. Organisational Complexity and Subcontracting Management: Confronting Lessons From Accidents and From Normal Operation Safety Assessment.- 3. Inter-Organizational Collaboration for the Safety of Railway Vehicles: a Japanese Case.- Effects of Tendering on the Resilience of Critical Services.- Part II: Capital Projects and Supply Chains.- 4. Organizing for Nuclear Safety: Exploring General Applicability of Relational Contracting to Nuclear Industry Projects with Practitioners.- 5. Playing at the Margins of Notoriously Unreliable Utility Streetworks.- 6. The Fragmentation of Workplace Safety: Long-Term Challenges for Project-Based Organization of Large Construction Projects.- 7. How Outsourcing Impacts Process Safety: the Case of Nuclear Waste Storage.- Part III: Regulation and Risk Governance.- 8. Outsourcing Risk Governance: Using Consultants to Deliver Regulatory Functions.- 9. Discussion on the Issues of Safety and Sustainability of Fragmented Systems.- 10. Outsourcing as a Way to Uphold the Scientific Method: the Case of Outsourcing of the Technical Dialogue.-11. Concluding Remarks.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Advances in Manufacturing Processes, Intelligent
Book SynopsisThis book forms an excellent basis for the development of intelligent manufacturing system for Industry 4.0, digital and distributed manufacturing, and factories for future. This book of new developments and advancement in intelligent control and optimization system for production engineering serves as a good companion to scholars, manufacturing companies, and RTO to improve the efficiency of production systems.Table of ContentsTotal Quality Management with safety conformity: Shaping of working environment by use of the ISO 45001 guidelines.- ANN-FPA Based Modell ng and Optimization of Drilling Burrs Using RSM and GA.- The Complexity of Data-Driven in Engineer-To-Order Enterprise Supply-Chains.- Human-Centred Approach in Industry 4.0: Lighting Comfort in the Workplace.- Advanced risk model for the safety evaluation of food transport logistics.- Advanced Bayesian model to quantify the adequacy of organization for human reliability: A maritime case.- Flexible manufacturing system with uncertainty management using fuzzy logic for machine shop.- Adaptation of methods to improve the efficiency of business processes using the BPRPM method as a chance to gain a competitive advantage.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Theory and Technology of Roll Stamping
Book SynopsisThis book gives a complete overview of the roll stamping process of metal forming. This fundamentally new technique features an integrated local loading of the plastic deformation zone of the workpiece, simultaneously combining the die forging operation and local deformation of the deformation zone by rotating rollers or drive rolls. The book presents the basics of the theory behind roll stamping, delivering a complete technical analysis including the key results of mathematical modeling studies and a discussion of methodologies for designing novel roll stamping techniques. The aim of the new metal forming processes proposed in the book is directed toward the production of competitive equipment for fabrication of various mechanical parts having enhanced materials and physical properties in combination with a low cost of production and maintenance. This book is an ideal resource for any student or practicing engineer working with the roll stamping process.Table of ContentsAnalysis of Methods for the Production of Axisymmetric Parts with Given Specifications.- Development of the Calculation Procedure for Production Processes of Metal Forming.- Roll Stamping of Long Bar Stock.- Roll Stamping of Piece Blanks.- Force Parameters of Roll Stamping.- Mathematical Modeling of Roll Stamping.- Main Production Processes of Roll Stamping.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Shape Memory Composites Based on Polymers and
Book SynopsisShape Memory Composites Based on Polymers and Metals for 4D Printing is a thorough discussion of the physics and chemistry behind this developing area of materials science. It provides readers with a clear exposition of shape-memory-composite (SMC) preparation techniques for 3D and 4D printing processes and explains how intelligent manufacturing technology may be applied in fields such as robotics, construction, medical science, and smart sensors. The book covers fundamental background knowledge on the synthesis of shape memory polymers (SMPs) and shape memory alloys (SMAs), and additive manufacturing techniques. Polymers and metals and their roles in 4D printing are dealt with separately, and applications of 4D printing are treated in their own chapter. The different alloy compositions and nanoparticle fillers in polymer composites are examined in detail, along with the key mechanisms involved in their processing. Hybrid nanofillers and synergistic composite mixtures, which are either in extensive current use or have shown promising outcomes in the field of 4D printing, are thoroughly discussed. Differences between these novel SMCs and traditional metal alloys, organic and inorganic composites are presented, and means by which they can improve mechanical properties that are triggered by external sources like magnetic field, temperature, and pH of solvent, are set out. This book provides practitioners, industrial researchers, and scholars with a state-of-the-art overview of SMP/SMA synthesis, additive manufacturing, modification in synthesis of SMCs for 4D printing, and their likely future applications.Table of ContentsAdvances in 4D Printing of Shape Memory Materials: Current Status and Developments.- Characterization Techniques for Shape Memory Alloys and Polymers.- Synthesis Techniques of Shape Memory Alloys.- Synthesis Techniques of Shape Memory Alloys Iron Based Shape Memory Alloy.- Nitinol Based Shape Memory Alloy.- Molecular Dynamics Simulations for Nanoscale Insight into the Phase Transformation and Deformation Behavior of Shape Memory Alloys.- Influences of Powder Size (SMAs) Distribution Fe-Mn/ Alloy 625 Systematic Studies of 4D Printing Conceivable Applications.- 4D Printing of Nitinol Based Shape Memory Alloy: Process Parameters Optimization, Microstructure, Phase Transformation and Thermomechanical Properties.- Status of Cu-Based Shape Memory Alloys: Trends in 4D Printing.- Synthesis Techniques of Shape Memory Polymer Composites.- Wet Synthesis Methods of Shape Memory Polymer Composites.- Recent Progress in Synthesis Methods of Shape Memory Polymers Composites.- Effect of Nano and Hybrid Fillers on Shape Memory Polymers Properties.- Meso, Micro and Nano Particulate Filled Shape Memory Polymers.- Fiber and Fabric Reinforced Shape Memory Polymers.- Organic Shape Memory Foams.- Combination of Shape Memory Polymers and Metal Alloys.- 4D Printing of Nanostructure Modified Shape Memory Polymer Composites.- Devices and Sensors Based on Additively Manufactured Shape Memory of Hybrid Nanocomposites.- Applications of 4D Printing.- Modern Approach Towards Additive Manufacturing and 4D Printing: Emerging Industries, Challenges and Future Scope.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Ensuring Sustainability: New Challenges for
Book SynopsisThis book presents a selection of the best papers given at the XXIV International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Industrial Management. The conference is promoted by ADINGOR (Asociación para el Desarrollo de la Ingeniería de Organización) and organized by the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid and the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. It took place at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (Leganés, Spain) in July 2020. Ensuring Sustainability embodies the latest advances in research and cutting-edge analyses of real case studies in industrial engineering and operations management from diverse international contexts. It also identifies business applications for the latest findings and innovations in operations management and the decision sciences.Table of Contents1. Sustainability, Eco-efficiency and Quality Management.- 2. Strategy, Innovation, Networks and Entrepreneurship.- 3. Operations Research, Modelling and Simulation.- 4. Supply Chain Management and Logistics.- 5. Production Planning and Control.- 6. Management Information Systems and Knowledge Management.- 7. Project and Process Management.- 8. Service Systems.- 9. Human Resources and Organizational Design.- 10. Product Design, Industrial Marketing and Consumer Behaviour.- 11. Education in Organizational Engineering.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG 6th EAI International Conference on Management of
Book SynopsisThe book presents the proceedings of the 6th EAI International Conference on Management of Manufacturing Systems (MMS 2021), which took place online on October 6, 2021. The conference covered management of manufacturing systems with support for Industry 4.0, logistics and intelligent manufacturing systems and applications, cooperation management and its effective applications. Topics include RFID applications, economic impacts in logistics, ICT support for Industry 4.0, industrial and smart logistics, intelligent manufacturing systems and applications, and much more.Table of ContentsPart I. Industry 4.0.- Chapter 1. Monitoring of an industrial process based on Industry 4.0.- Chapter 2. Challenges and Benefits for Detecting Soon-to-Fail Drives in Industry 4.0.- Chapter 3. End-users and Industry 4.0 systems cyber resilience from XSS attacks.- Chapter 4. Education and Its Role in Risk Management in the Context of Industry 4.0.- Chapter 5. Using Quality Management Tools to Analyze the Error Rate in the Production Process.- Part II. Sustainable Communications & Information and communications technology.- Chapter 6. A Taxonomy of Cyber Attacks in Smart Manufacturing Systems.- Chapter 7. Analyzing performance of Wireless Network Based on the Industrial HART Protocol.- Chapter 8. Modeling the Business Purchase Process Using InnIoTShop Solution in a Store Environment.- Part III. Smart Techniques/Smart Technology.- Chapter 9. Polyvinyl Butyral (PVB) as a Significant Material used by Additive Manufacturing.- Chapter 10. Optimization of the Production Process and Defect Iden-tification in the Production of Face Shields Using Fused Deposition Modeling Technology.- Chapter 11. The utilization of progressive methods in the manufacture and maintenance of aircraft components.- Part IV. Education and Awareness of Sustainability.- Chapter 12. The Specifics of the Silver Generation Shopping Behavior in the selected cities of Western Slovakia.- Chapter 13. Impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on the educational process of the Faculty of Civil Engineering in Košice - use of innovative educational technologies.- Chapter 14. Application of the Vernier measuring system as a smart element in Physics education process.- Part V. Sustainable Industrial Development.- Chapter 15. ICT Cost Impact Model in Construction Project Management.- Chapter 16. Relationship Marketing - a Modern Marketing Strategy as a Tool to Increase the Competitiveness of the Company in the Market.- Chapter 17. Using Economical-Mathematics Method of Input-Output Analysis as a Tool for Cost Calculation of Steel Construction Production.- Chapter 18. Possible methods of valuing startups.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Best Practices in Lean Manufacturing: A
Book SynopsisThis book reports four structural equation models (SEM) for quantifying the relationship between the most important lean manufacturing (LM) practices applied to the manufacturing industry. The SEMs are evaluated using 220 responses to a survey applied to manufacturing companies applying LM principles in the production system and are related to: distribution and maintenance, production process and quality system, supply chain and quality, and an integrator model. The findings identify the most important activities for every LM practices and how they are related. These relationship’ values will help administrators, managers, engineers to focus their efforts on these most important activities, facilitating the decision-making process.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Concepts of lean manufacturing and research objectives.- Chapter 2. Lean manufacturing tools and their activities.- 3. Methodology.- 4. Model 1. Distribution and Maintenance.- 5. Model 2. Production and quality system.- 6. Model 3. Supply chain and quality.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Proceedings on 18th International Conference on
Book SynopsisThis book proposes theoretically developed and practically tested solutions for manufacturing and business improvements achieved in the period between two conferences. It enables presentation of new knowledge and exchange of practical experience in industrial systems engineering and management. It brings together prominent researchers and practitioners from faculties, scientific institutes, and different enterprises or other organizations .This is the 18th edition of the conference. The Department of Industrial Engineering and Management at the Faculty of Technical Sciences in Novi Sad organizes a scientific conference on industrial systems engineering and management field of science and practice, once in three years. Table of ContentsProduction Systems Effective Production Systems Industrial Products Design Manufacturing Processes Design Production and Service Processes Design Production Control and Management Industrial Systems Organization Technology Technological Structures Design Production Structures Design Industrial Production Systems Revival Simulation and Modeling of Production Systems Lean Manufacturing World Class Manufacturing Group Technology and Cellular Manufacturing Mechatronics, Robotics and Automation Automation of Working Processes Industrial Robotics Non-Industrial Robotics and Automation Medical Robotics Development and Application of Mechatronic Systems AI and Intelligent Systems Internet of Things Material Handling Automation Automatic Identification Systems Digital Fluid Power Remote Engineering Augmented Reality Applications in Automation Industrial Network Protocols Computer - Integrated Production Systems Information Management and Communication Systems Models, Methods and Techniques in Information Systems (Re)Engineering, Architectures and Platforms for Information Systems (Re)Engineering, Information Systems for Industry 4.0 Digital Learning Environment, Database Systems – Theoretical, and Practical Aspects Data models, design, structures, semantics, query languages, and algorithms for data management Big Data and NoSQL Systems Information System Integration Information Systems Security CAE/CAD/CAM Systems in Industrial Engineering Software quality assurance and control Empirical research in software engineering E-Government Systems Business Information Systems ERP Systems and Their Applications Business Process Integration and Management Artificial Intelligence Data Mining and Machine Learning Quality, Effectiveness and Logistics Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 9004) Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001, EMAS) Reliability and Effectiveness of Technical Systems Occupational Health and Safety Management System (ISO 45001) Maintenance Lean Maintenance Engineering Problem Solving Technical Diagnostics Logistic Green & Reverse Logistics E Logistics Operations Management Lean Logistics Six Sigma and Lean Six Sigma Supply Chain Management Customer Relationship Management Food Safety Management Systems (HACCP, ISO 22000, GlobalGAP) Information Security Management Systems (ISO 27001, ISO 27002, IASME) GDPR (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation) Risk Management (ISO 31000, ISO/TR 31004) Energy Management Systems (ISO 50001) Laboratory Accreditation (ISO 17020, ISO 17025) Integrated Management Systems Engineering Management Management of Manufacturing and Service Processes Product Lifecycle Management - PLM Sustainable Development Technological Forecasting Corporative Strategies Marketing & Corporate Communication Industrial Entrepreneurship Technological Management Investment Management Project Management Human Resources Management Energy Management Corporate Restructuring Business Processes Automation Distance Learning and Virtual Teams Insurance Engineering and Management Media Engineering and Management Management of healthcare organizations Belt & Road Initiative (BRI) The role of Central and Eastern Europe within BRI - Regional Perspective Social Media and E-commerce Connecting BRI Global Project Management Under BRI Quality Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management and BRI The role of entrepreneurship and innovation within BRI Services industry and BRI Modern Education Technologies in BRI Development.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Hydrogen Assisted Direct Reduction of Iron Oxides
Book SynopsisThe book describes the main approaches to produce and synthesize iron and steel through hydrogen-based technologies. Depending on the processing route and on the energy demand, the best available techniques and the most forward-looking solutions are explained. The book is edited with the contribution representing a range of industries in order to evaluate the industrial feasibility of each selected technology. It presents the most efficient solutions applied by ironmaking and steelmaking factories all around the world. Table of ContentsChapter1. Hydrogen revolution.- Chapter2. Hydrogen as energy carrier.- Chapter3. Hydrogen in reduction processes.- Chapter4. Hydrogen production from recycled gases.- Chapter5. Hydrogen ironmaking.- Chapter6. Hydrogen from electrolysis.- Chapter7. Hydrogen direct reduced iron.- Chapter8. Hydrogen plasma reduction.- Chapter9. Flash ironmaking.- Chapter10. Hydrogen economy.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Service Oriented, Holonic and Multi-agent
Book SynopsisThis volume gathers the peer reviewed papers presented at the 11th edition of the International Workshop on Service-oriented, Holonic and Multi-Agent Manufacturing Systems for the Industry of the Future, SOHOMA’21, organized on 18-19 November, 2021 by the Arts et Métiers Institute of Technology of Cluny, France in collaboration with University Politehnica of Bucharest (the CIMR Research Centre in Computer Integrated Manufacturing and Robotics), Polytechnic University Hauts-de-France (the LAMIH Laboratory of Industrial and Human Automation Control, Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science) and Polytechnic Institute of Bragança (the CeDRI Research Centre in Digitalization and Intelligent Robotics).
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Springer International Publishing AG Numerical Modelling and Optimization in Advanced
Book SynopsisThis book presents different numerical modeling and nature-inspired optimization methods in advanced manufacturing processes for understanding the process characteristics. Particular emphasis is devoted to applications in non-conventional machining, nano-finishing, precision casting, porous biofabrication, three-dimensional printing, and micro-/nanoscale modeling. The book includes practical implications of empirical, analytical, and numerical models for predicting the vital output responses. Especial attention is given to finite element methods (FEMs) for understanding the design of novel highly complex engineering products, their performances, and behaviors under simulated processing conditions.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Parametric Appraisal of Plastic Injection Moulding for Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE): A Novel Taguchi based Honey Badger Algorithm and Capuchin Search Algorithm (Siddharth Jeet).- Chapter 2. A Comparison of ferrofluid flow models for a curved rough porous circular squeeze film considering slip velocity and various shapes (Jimit R. Patel).- Chapter 3. Simulation and optimization study on polishing of spherical steel by non-Newtonian fluids (Duc-Nam Nguyen).- Chapter 4. 3D Modeling and Analysis of Femur Bone during Jogging and Stumbling Condition (Imran Ahemad Khan).- Chapter 5. On Parametric Optimization of TSE for PVDF-Graphene-MnZnO Composite Based Filament Fabrication for 3D /4D Printing Applications (Vinay Kumar).- Chapter 6. Multi-factor Optimization for Joining of Polylactic acid-Hydroxyapatite-Chitosan based Scaffolds by Rapid Joining Process (N. Ranjan).- Chapter 7. Analysis of Dimensional Accuracy of Fused Filament Fabrication Parts Using Genetic Algorithm and Taguchi Analysis (J.S. Chohan).- Chapter 8. Introduction to Optimization in Manufacturing Operations (Debojyoti Sarkar).- Chapter 9. Potential Application of CEM43℃ and Arrhenius Model in Neurosurgical Bone Grinding (Atul Babbar).- Chapter 10. An effective selection of laser cutter used in Stent manufacturing through Fuzzy TOPSIS
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Springer International Publishing AG Robot Design: From Theory to Service Applications
Book SynopsisThis book is an attempt to address this wide topic with a multi-disciplinary approach. Nowadays, robotics is developing at a much faster pace than ever in the past, both inside and outside industrial environments. While other publications focus on describing the theoretical basis of robot motion, this book pays special attention to explain the fundamentals through real applications. Thus, it represents a perfect combination for studying this topic along with other theoretical books. Each chapter has been authored by experts in specific areas spanning from the mechanics of machinery to control theory, informatics, mechatronics. Chapters have been divided into two sections. The first one is aiming to give a theoretical background. The second section is focused on applications. This book project can be foreseen as a reference for young professionals/researchers to overview the most significant aspects in robotics.Table of ContentsChapter 1: Historical backgrounds on robot mechanism design.- Chapter 2: Path planning for special robotic operations.- Chapter 3: Towards Human Activity Recognition Enhanced Robot Assisted Surgery.- Chapter 4: Metamorphic Manipulators.
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Springer International Publishing AG Prediction Technologies for Improving Engineering
Book SynopsisThis book is aimed at readers who need to learn the latest solutions for interconnected simulation, testing, and prediction technologies that improve engineering product efficiency, including reliability, safety, quality, durability, maintainability, life-cycle costing and profit. It provides a detailed analysis of technologies now being used in industries such as electronics, automotive, aircraft, aerospace, off-highway, farm machinery, and others. It includes clear examples, charts, and illustrations. This book provides analyses of the simulation, testing, and prediction approaches and methodologies with descriptive, negative trends in their development. The author discusses why many current methods of simulation, testing, and prediction are not successful and describes novel techniques and tools developed for eliminating these problems. This book is a tool for engineers, managers, researches in industry, teachers, and students. Lev Klyatis, Hab. Dr.-Ing., ScD., PhD, Senior Advisor SoHaR, Inc., has been a professor at Moscow State Agricultural Engineering University, research leader and chairman of State Enterprise TESTMASH, and served on the US Technical Advisory Group for the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), the ISO/IEC Join Study Group in Safety Aspects of Risk Assessment, the United Nations European Economical Commission, and US-USSR Trade and Economic Council. He is presently a member of World Quality Council, the Elmer A. Sperry Board of Award, SAE International G-41 Reliability Committee, the Integrated Design and Manufacturing Committee and session chairman of SAE International World Congresses in Detroit since 2012. His vast experience and innovation enable him to create a new direction for the successful prediction of product efficiency during any given time, including accurate simulation of real-world conditions, accelerated reliability and durability testing technology, and reducing recalls. His approach has been verified in various industries, primarily automotive, farm machinery, aerospace, and aircraft industries. He has shared his new direction working as the seminar instructor and consultant to Ford, DaimlerChrysler, Nissan, Toyota, Jatko Ltd., Thermo King, Black an Dekker, NASA Research Centers, Karl Schenck, and many others. He holds over 30 patents worldwide and is the author of over 300 publications, including 15 books. Table of Contentschapter 1. How was began development of new engineering direction – Successful Prediction of Engineering Product Efficiency.- chapter 2. Analysis of Current Situation with Prediction of New Product Reliability and Efficiency .- chapter 3. Technology of successful prediction of new product efficiency (quality, reliability, durability, maintainability, safety, life-cycle cost, profit, and other components).- chapter 4. Accelerated reliability and durability testing technology as second key factor for successful prediction of product efficiency..- chapter 5. Negative trends in the development of simulation, testing, and prediction in engineering.- chapter 6. Implementation of successful prediction of product efficiency and accelerated reliability and durability testing.
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Springer International Publishing AG Intelligent and Transformative Production in
Book SynopsisThis book contains the proceeding of the 26th International Conference on Production Research (ICPR). ICPR is a biennial conference that has been hosted for more than a half century. It is regarded worldwide as one of the leading conferences of production research, industrial engineering, and related subjects. The acute impact of the pandemic on human lives is spurring further research and advances: because modern life relies on production and supply networks. The future of production calls for transformative research exploiting the possibilities of artificial intelligence in particular to respond to the challenge of sustainability. This book is of interest to researchers, students, and professionals in industry.Table of Contents1. Impact of the Pandemic on Industry and Production1. Development of Training System for Appearance Inspection Using Motion Capture and Large Size Display2. Worker Organization System for Collaborative Crowdsourcing3. Matrix Approach and Scheduling for Cooperation Requirement Planning in Industrial Robots4. Evaluation of Material-based GHG Emissions under COVID-19 Disruption on Redesigning Global Supply Chain Network across TPP Countries5. Modeling of Inventory Routing Problem with Intermediate Locations in Emergency Logistics Considering Uncertainty of Road Conditions6. Problem of Modeling Global and Closed-Loop Supply Chain Network Design7. Vehicle Relocation Scheduling Considering Charging Time for One-Way Electric Vehicle Car-Sharing Systems8. Prediction of COVID-19 Hospital Beds by On-Demand Cumulative-Control Analysis2. Digital and Cyber Manufacturing and Services9. A Study on Skill Transfer using Augmented Reality.10. Humanized Robot of New Method & Time System and its Management: A Digital Transformation Case of Convenience Store Type11. Profiles and Testing in OPC UA – Current State and Future Potentials in Industry 4.012. Manufacturing workflows in microservice architectures supporting digital transactions for business process automation13. Scheduling 3D Printing Machines to Minimize Makespan3. Manufacturing: System & Automation14. Electrode Tab Deflection Detection for Pouch Lithium-ion Battery Using Mask R-CNN15. Comparison of process chains of additive and conventional manufacturing16. To detect defects which are three-dimensional changes by using their bird's eye view images and convolutional neural networks17. A multi-objective fitness function for sequencing robotic assembly operations with deformable objects using a genetic algorithm with constraint satisfaction18. A State Tracing Method for the System Data Obeying Poisson Distribution19. Applying Data Driven Approach to Cluster Components for Preventive Maintenance20. Process simulation of compression molding process and effect of fiber content on recycled polymer natural fiber composites using Moldflow analysis21. A Combined Scheduling and Simulation Method to Analyze the Performance of the Dual-robot In-line Stocker22. A Study on the Optimal Assignment Rule in Parallel Production Systems with Two Special Workers23. Considering a Deteriorating EOQ Model under Stochastic Demand and Shortage Allowed4. Internet of Things, Data Analytics and Smart Manufacturing24. Assessing AI-readiness in production – a conceptual approach25. Architecture for Predictive Maintenance Based on Integrated Models, Methods and Technologies26. IoT framework and requirement for intelligent industrial pyrolysis process to recycle CFRP composite wastes: application study27. Approach of automated ML Algorithm Selection for the Realization of Intelligent Production28. A Case Study on Data Analytics based on Edge Computing for Smart Manufacturing System5. Supply Chain Management29. An integrated approach for resilient value creation among the lifecycle: Using the automotive industry as an example30. Theory of Agency in Supply Chain Finance: Taking a Hermeneutic Approach31. The Role of Machine Learning in Supply Chain Management32. Optimizing the supply of eucalyptus for agroindustry: a mathematical programming approach33. Green Television Supply Chain Under Capital Constraint for Achieving Environmental Sustainability34. Fuzzy Multi-Objective Mathematical Modelling for Distribution Planning35. Business Analysis of Electronic Device Manufacturers on Business Continuity Plans under Uncertain Supply Chain Disruption Risks36. A Vision for a Highly Automated Digital Local Manufacturing Network – Solutions and Challenges37. Digital Supply Chain and Blockchain: a Living Lab Perspective6. Industrial Engineering and Operations Research38. Proposal of a Firefly Algorithm with Three types of Functionally Differentiated Fireflies39. Applying Overall Equipment Effectiveness to Pipe Jacking Tunneling in Construction Industry40. How moderator variables affect scheduling objectives in unpaced mixed-model assembly lines41. Proposal of the Algorithm for Solving the Component Assignment Problem in a Linear Consecutive System with Three Failure Modes42. Metaheuristics based profit-oriented optimization model for the hazardous waste location routing problem43. A bi-objective integer linear optimization model for post-departure aircraft rerouting problem44. Forecasting the economic number of times sheet metal subject to corrosion should be painted before replacement45. Task allocation problem between human-robot collaboration team46. An exact algorithm for the monitoring problem by using drones47. A two-level Induced OWA procedure for ranking DMUs under a DEA cross-efficiency framework48. Simulation optimization for multi-product (s, S) inventory policy with stochastic demand49. Multi-manned Assembly Line Balancing Problem in a Diesel Engine Manufacturing Company: A Real-World Case Study50. Application of agile project management approaches in the automotive industry51. An operational form of bundling52. Multi-Objective Simulation Optimization Using Data Envelopment Analysis for Personnel Planning53. One-of-a-Kind productions in Industry 4.0 environments54. A novel graph-theoretical approach of selecting representative Pareto optimal solutions for multi-objective optimization problems55. Graph Model Based Bill of Material Structure for Coupling Product Development and Production Planning7. Logistics Engineering and Management 56. Intra-route Location Routing for the Pickup and Delivery Problem with Transfers57. Method for Determining Loading Positions of Delivered Parcels by Genetic Algorithm with Three-Dimensional Modified BL Method with Multidirectional Reference Points58. Redesigning the Current Inventory Management Process for an SME 59. Investigation of transport logistics disruptions from urban floods: A case study of the Chinese coastal megacity - Guangzhou, China60. Locating street markets in smart cities: a view from mathematical modeling and urban planning perspectives8. Sustainable Production61. Smart Eco-factory – Aspects for next generation facilities supporting sustainable and high-tech production62. A Green Approach on Multiple Allocation Hub Covering Flow Problem63. A Linguistic MCDM Approach to Overcome Future Challenges of Vertical Farming9. New Product Development and Innovation Management64. A Study of Perceived Level of Difficulty for the Execution of the New Product Development Process65. Is that Innovation? Unlocking Vietnamese MedTech SMEs Innovation Pathways66. Crowd Engineering Platform –Functions supporting Co-Creation in product development67. Potential Contributions of Artificial Intelligence in Crowd Engineering68. Framework for the Identification of Fields of Innovation in the Product Environment via Text Mining and Semantic Networks69. A collaborative and interactive surface concept for early stages of new product development – a multi-stage expert study70. Interorganizational new product development: A future vision of project team support on an organizational, relational, and content-related collaboration level71. Using an Actual Design Method for the Design of Research Methodologies: Case of the Dichotomy Exploration and Exploitation in Context of Innovation Management72. Developing high-variant products and production systems in line with value stream requirements through simulation10. Quality Engineering and Management73. Variable Sampling Plan Indexed by Taguchi’s Quality Loss under Emphasized Difference of Mean74. Proposal and verification of quality control method by adjusting process mean in post-process11. Human Factors Engineering75. Examining the Correspondence of Cognitive Costs and the Mutual Information Criterion in Rational Inattention Models76. A Proposed Model for 3D Printing Education in the University77. Multimedia Skills Development to Support Engineering Studies12. Healthcare Management78. An Optimization Model on Patient Appointment Scheduling of MRI Diagnostic Examination with Prioritization79. Discrete event simulation for pharmaceutical supply chain analysis in India80. Dual resource scheduling in trauma care centre with time varying patient demand81. Real-Time Scheduling of Bed Resource Allocation to Improve Emergency Overcrowding82. Basic Medical Equipment and Human Resource Allocation Models in Philippine Barangay Health Centers using Integer Linear Programming
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Springer International Publishing AG Smart Technologies in Urban Engineering:
Book SynopsisThis book offers a comprehensive review of smart technologies and perspectives on their application in urban engineering. It covers a wide range of applications, from transport and energy management to digital manufacturing, smart city, environment, and sustainable development, providing readers with new ideas for future research and collaborations. This book presents select papers from the International Conference on Smart Technologies in Urban Engineering (STUE-2022), held to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the O.M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy in Kharkiv, Ukraine, on June 9–11, 2022. All the contributions offer plenty of valuable information and would be of great benefit to the experience exchange among scientists in urban engineering.
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Springer International Publishing AG Computational Design and Digital Manufacturing
Book SynopsisThis book presents the latest advances in computational and parametric design engineering, as well as digital tools related to manufacturing. It covers design and manufacturing process such as CAD-based design/manufacturing, parametric design, algorithmic design and process automation, and several digital tools and applications.Table of ContentsSection A: Computational Design toolsSection B: Digital Manufacturing applications
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Springer International Publishing AG Intelligent Autonomous Systems 17: Proceedings of
Book Synopsis“IAS has been held every two years since 1986 providing venue for the latest accomplishments and innovations in advanced intelligent autonomous systems. New technologies and application domains continuously pose new challenges to be overcome in order to apply intelligent autonomous systems in a reliable and user-independent way in areas ranging from industrial applications to professional service and household domains. The present book contains the papers presented at the 17th International Conference on Intelligent Autonomous Systems (IAS-17), which was held from June 13–16, 2022, in Zagreb, Croatia. In our view, 62 papers, authored by 196 authors from 19 countries, are a testimony to the appeal of the conference considering travel restrictions imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Our special thanks go to the authors and the reviewers for their effort—the results of their joint work are visible in this book. We look forward to seeing you at IAS-18 in 2023 in Suwon, South Korea!”
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Springer International Publishing AG The 16th International Conference
Book SynopsisThis proceedings book contains research papers that are accepted for presentation at the 16th International Conference on Interdisciplinarity in Engineering—INTER-ENG 2022, which is held on 6–7 October 2022, in the city of Târgu Mureș, Romania. The general scope of the conference "Innovative aspects of Industry 4.0" concepts aims at consolidating the digital future of manufacturing in companies" is propsing a new approach related to the development of a new generation of smart factories grounded on the manufacturing and assembly process digitalization. It is related to advance manufacturing technology, lean manufacturing, sustainable manufacturing, additive manufacturing, manufacturing tools and equipment. It is a leading international professional and scientific forum of great interest for engineers and scientists who can read in this book research works contributions and recent developments as well as current practices in advanced fields of engineering.
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Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden Experimental Investigation of Deep‐Sea Oil Spills
Book SynopsisIn the aftermath of the “Deepwater Horizon” oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, the need arose for experimental data on oil and gas hydrodynamics and particle formation under deep-sea conditions. This work presents a new High-Pressure Test Center that allows for experimental oil spill research under artificial deep-sea conditions. It also contains experimental data on drop formation processes and oil drop size distributions generated within this test center and a modeling approach based on the turbulent energy dissipation that has been developed to predict the droplet sizes of an oil-and-gas jet under high pressure.Table of ContentsIntroduction.- State of Knowledge.- Development of the High‐Pressure Test Center.- Experimental Determination of Oil Droplet Sizes in an Artificial Subsea Blowout.- Summary and Outlook.- References.
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Springer International Publishing AG Engineering of Additive Manufacturing Features
Book SynopsisThis book is a comprehensive guide to the latest developments in data-driven additive manufacturing (AM). From data mining and pre-processing to signal processing, computer vision, and more, the book covers all the essential techniques for preparing AM data. Readers willl explore the key physical and synthetic sources of AM data throughout the life cycle of the process and learn about feature engineering techniques, pipelines, and resulting features, as well as their applications at each life cycle phase. With a focus on featurization efforts from reviewed literature, this book offers tabular summaries for major data sources and analyzes feature spaces at the design, process, and structure phases of AM to uncover trends and insights specific to feature engineering techniques. Finally, the book discusses current challenges and future directions, including AI/ML/DL readiness of AM data. Whether you're an expert or newcomer to the field, this book provides a broader summary of the status and future of data-driven AM technology.Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Feature Engineering in AM.- Applications in Data-driven AM.- Analyzing AM Feature Spaces.- Challenges and Opportunities in AM Data Preparation.- Summary.
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Springer International Publishing AG 3rd International Conference on Thermal Issues in
Book SynopsisThis open access conference proceedings contains all the papers presented at the ICTIMT 2023, the 3rd International Conference on Thermal Issues in Machine Tools. The event takes place in Dresden, the capital of Saxony, from March 21-23 2023. The conference is organized by the Chair of Machine Tools Development and Adaptive Controls of the Technische Universität Dresden.Table of ContentsThermal interactions between workpiece, tool, machine.- Testing and simulation methods to identify thermal errors.- Reference workpieces and assessment.- Energy efficient compensation and correction of thermal errors.- Improving thermal robustness of machine tools through design changes.- Thermo-energetic optimization of machine tools.
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Springer International Publishing AG 3rd International Conference on Thermal Issues in
Book SynopsisThis open access conference proceedings contains all the papers presented at the ICTIMT 2023, the 3rd International Conference on Thermal Issues in Machine Tools. The event takes place in Dresden, the capital of Saxony, from March 21-23 2023. The conference is organized by the Chair of Machine Tools Development and Adaptive Controls of the Technische Universität Dresden.Table of ContentsThermal interactions between workpiece, tool, machine.- Testing and simulation methods to identify thermal errors.- Reference workpieces and assessment.- Energy efficient compensation and correction of thermal errors.- Improving thermal robustness of machine tools through design changes.- Thermo-energetic optimization of machine tools.
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Springer International Publishing AG Proceedings of the 3rd Conference on Physical
Book SynopsisThis is an open access book reporting the results of nine years research of the International Research Training Group (IRTG) 2057, funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG). The IRTG is a joint venture between the TU Kaiserslautern, the University of California Berkeley, and University of California Davis.The book is content-driven mainly by two disciplines: engineering and computer science. Through the application of scientific knowledge and advanced computer-based methods in conjunction with physical models on a level unrealized in the past, technologies and methods are promoted, which can be used for planning and optimization of manufacturing systems and processes. As a result, fundamental understanding as well as extensive systems, tools and computational algorithms, which significantly improve the integration of advanced computational methods for solving problems of manufacturing systems and processes will be available.This open access book is of interest to any researcher dealing with process and factory planning in manufacturing, like for cutting and additive manufacturing.Table of ContentsPART 1. Guidance, Navigation and Control, and Sensor Technologies.- PART 2. Robotic Technologies.- PART 3. Stochastic Systems and Game Theory.- PART 4. Optimal Control and Applications.- PART 5. Modeling and Data Analytics.- PART 6. Nonlinear Control Systems and Machine Learning.
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Springer International Publishing AG Innovative Intelligent Industrial Production and
Book SynopsisThis book constitutes the proceedings of the 4th International Conference, IN4PL 2023, held in Rome, Italy, during November 15-17, 2023The 11 full papers and the 13 short papers included in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 33 submissions. The book focuses on research and development involving innovative methods, software and hardware, whereby intelligent systems are applied to industrial production and logistics. This is currently related to the concept of industry 4.0 - an expression reflecting the trend towards automation and data exchange in manufacturing technologies and processes which include cyber-physical systems, the industrial internet of things, industrial robotics, cloud computing, cognitive computing and artificial intelligence. Table of ContentsDigital Twins and Generative AI for 3D Printing.- Measuring the Phase Shift Between Hall Signals and Phase Voltages for Purpose of end Quality Control of BLDC Motor Production.- 5G and MEC Based Data Streaming Architecture for Industrial AI.- A Classification of Data Structures for Process Analysis in Internal Logistics.- Harmonizing Heterogeneity: A Novel Architecture for Legacy System Integration with Digital Twins in Industry 4.0.- Approach of a Ticket-Based Test Strategy for Industry 4.0 Components with Asset Administration Shells.- Balancing Risks and Monetary Savings when the Crowd Is Involved in Pickups and Deliveries.- A Scenario Generation Method Exploring Uncertainty and Decision Spaces for Robust Strategic Supply Chain Capacity Planning.- Proposition and Evaluation of an Integrative Indicator Implementation for Logistics Management.- Blockchain Subnets for Track & Trace Within the Logistics System Landscape.- Virtual Try-On Networks Based on Images with Super Resolution Model.- Assigning Products in a Vertical Lift Module Supermarket to Supply Production Lines.- Bridging the Operationalization Gap: A Situational Approach for Data Analytics in Manufacturing SMEs.- AutoPose: Pose Estimation for Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders Using LSTM.- Towards Circular Systems: The Role of Digital Servitization in an Italian Extended Partnership.- Industrial Application Use Cases of LiDAR Sensors Beyond Autonomous Driving.- When the Learning Lab Embraces Digitalisation: The Development of a Digital Learning Lab for SMILE.- Case Fill Rate Prediction.- A Continuous Review Policy for Warehouse Inventory Management.- Industrial Communication with Semantic Integration Patterns.- Strategic Roadmap for Digital Transformation Based on Measuring Industry 4.0 Maturity and Readiness.- MBSE- Based Construction Method of Unified Information Model for Production Equipment.- Decentralized, Autonomous Setup and Access to Data of Independent Partners in a Hyper Connected Ecosystem.- Human-Centric Digital Twins: Advancing Safety and Ergonomics in Human-Robot Collaboration.- Cost-Benefit Evaluation of Digital Twin.- Implementation for Pharmaceutical Lyophilization Plant.
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Springer New Digital Work II
Book SynopsisEinbindung von Werker-Wissen in Datengenerierung für ML (Engl. Translation will follow).- Future challenges of data-driven problem solving in producing companies in context of digital sovereignty and lessons learned from electronics industry.- Rechtliche Grundlagen (Bedeutung Data Act für KMUs).- Technical approaches in support of autonomy.- SCB Scenario based Product development.- Model-based predictive maintainance.- Fallstudie VDE (anonymisierte Erkenntnisse auf Unternehmensebene bringen).- Innovation capacity in manufacturing: a question of autonomy.- PERMA Project.- Veränderungsmacher, Change Management.- Technologisierung Gesundheit.- Warum Digitalisierung von KMUs von dominierendne Konzernen betrieben wird--(das Plattformthema/"Netzwerkeffekt"?)/Edge Computing.- katulu.io.- KI basierte Überwachung und Vorhersage von Werkzeugverschleiß.
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Springer Advances in Operational Excellence in the Higher
Book Synopsis.- 1 Quality Function Deployment in Higher Education Institutions: results from a pilot survey.- 2 Exploring the Impact of Lean Methodologies in the Charity Sector.- 3 Enhancing University Laboratory Safety Using Lean Six Sigma Methodologies.- 4 Lights Out! Leveraging Lean Six Sigma Methods to Enhance Sustainability in Higher Educational Institutions.- 5 The impact of total quality management and educational innovation practices on quality management results in primary and secondary schools. Evidence from Greece, etc.
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Springer Sustainable Development Research in Manufacturing and Process Engineering
Book SynopsisProduction and Manufacturing Systems.- Mechanization Systems, Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Systems.- Mechanics of Materials.- Automotive Design.- Machine Design and Development.- Product and System Design.- Automation and Control Systems.- Controls and Robotics.- Mechatronics, System Dynamics and Control.- Quality and Reliability Engineering.- Human Factors/Ergonomics.- Service Systems, Systems Analysis and Optimization.- Computational Engineering.- Inventory System Design.- Maintenance Systems.- Indigenous Mechanical Technologies.- Digitalization and Innovation Leadership.
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Springer Digital Transformation and Sustainability Methods and Applications
Book SynopsisUnveiling the Dark Side of Digital Transformation Towards Sustainability.- Deciphering Workplace Tech Adoption: Investigating Influential factors in shaping Employee behaviour within the Health Care Sector.- Quantifying the Social Impact of Carbon Projects and Generative AI Tool for United Nations Social Development Goals Claims Verification.- Looking Beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic: Navigating Strategic Shift for Achieving the New Normal in the Global Infrastructure Sector.- Fostering supply chain resilience in VUCA world with blockchain technology: A bibliometric and systematic review.- BLOCKCHAIN AND CRYPTOCURRENCIES REVOLUTIONIZING FINANCE IN THE DIGITAL AGE.- Digital Transformation for Supplier Selection: A Pragmatic Constructivist Case Study at a Restaurant Chain in Vietnam.- Transforming Agri-Food Supply Chains with Blockchain: Insights from Australian Case Studies.- Strategic Approach to Facilitate Integration of IoT in the Rural Healthcare Management of Bangladesh.- From X to Z: Engaging different generations of customers in refurbishing business models in electronics.
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Springer Building Resilience into Production Contemporary
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Springer Internet of Things and Data Science in Engineering Management
Book Synopsis1. Sustainability, Eco-efficiency and Quality Management.- 2. Strategy, Innovation, Networks and Entrepreneurship.- 3. Operations Research, Modelling and Simulation.- 4. Supply Chain Management and Logistics.- 5. Production Planning and Control.- 6. Management Information Systems and Knowledge Management.- 7. Project and Process Management.- 8. Service Systems.- 9. Human Resources and Organizational Design.- 10. Product Design, Industrial Marketing and Consumer Behaviour.- 11. Education in Organizational Engineering.- 12. IT-enabled Education in Organizational Engineering.- 13. Circular Economy.
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Springer International Publishing AG Springer Handbook of Robotics
Book SynopsisThe second edition of this handbook provides a state-of-the-art overview on the various aspects in the rapidly developing field of robotics. Reaching for the human frontier, robotics is vigorously engaged in the growing challenges of new emerging domains. Interacting, exploring, and working with humans, the new generation of robots will increasingly touch people and their lives. The credible prospect of practical robots among humans is the result of the scientific endeavour of a half a century of robotic developments that established robotics as a modern scientific discipline. The ongoing vibrant expansion and strong growth of the field during the last decade has fueled this second edition of the Springer Handbook of Robotics. The first edition of the handbook soon became a landmark in robotics publishing and won the American Association of Publishers PROSE Award for Excellence in Physical Sciences & Mathematics as well as the organization’s Award for Engineering & Technology. The second edition of the handbook, edited by two internationally renowned scientists with the support of an outstanding team of seven part editors and more than 200 authors, continues to be an authoritative reference for robotics researchers, newcomers to the field, and scholars from related disciplines. The contents have been restructured to achieve four main objectives: the enlargement of foundational topics for robotics, the enlightenment of design of various types of robotic systems, the extension of the treatment on robots moving in the environment, and the enrichment of advanced robotics applications. Further to an extensive update, fifteen new chapters have been introduced on emerging topics, and a new generation of authors have joined the handbook’s team. A novel addition to the second edition is a comprehensive collection of multimedia references to more than 700 videos, which bring valuable insight into the contents. The videos can be viewed directly augmented into the text with a smartphone or tablet using a unique and specially designed app. Springer Handbook of Robotics Multimedia Extension Portal: http://handbookofrobotics.org/Trade Review"This handbook describes a very large number of topics on robotics. ... Each chapter has a summary and references (books, papers, and videos). ... The book can be used by students of many disciplines (robotics, computer science, mechanical engineering, physics, civil engineering, sociology, management, and so on) and at many levels (undergraduate, graduate, and research)." (Maulik A. Dave, Computing Reviews, February, 2017)Table of ContentsIntroductionPart A ― Robotics FoundationsKinematics.- Dynamics.- Mechanisms and Actuation.- Sensing and Estimation.- Model Identification.- Motion Planning.- Motion Control.- Force Control.- Redundant Manipulators.- Robots with Flexible Elements.- Robotic Systems Architectures and Programming.- Behavior-Based Systems.- AI Reasoning Methods for Robotics.- Machine LearningPart B ― DesignDesign and Performance Evaluation.- Limbed Structures.- Parallel Mechanisms.- Robot Hands.- Snake-Like and Continuum Robots.- Soft Robots.- Modular Robots.- Biomimetic Robots.- Wheeled Robots.- Underwater Robots.- Flying Robots.- Micro/NanorobotsPart C ― Sensing and PerceptionForce and Tactile Sensing.- Inertial Sensing.- GPS and Odometry.- Sonar Sensing.- Range Sensing.- 3-D Vision.- Object Recognition.- Visual Servoing.- Multisensor Data FusionPart D ― Manipulation and InterfacesMotion for Manipulation Tasks.- Contact Modeling and Manipulation.- Grasping.- Cooperative Manipulation.- Mobility and Manipulation.- Haptics.- Active Manipulation for Perception.- Telerobotics.- Networked RobotsPart E ― Moving in the EnvironmentWorld Modeling.- Simultaneous Localization and Mapping.- Motion Planning and Obstacle Avoidance.- Modeling and Control of Legged Robots.- Modeling and Control of Wheeled Mobile Robots.- Modeling and Control of Robots on Rough Terrain.- Modeling and Control of Underwater Robots.- Modeling and Control of Aerial Robots.- Multiple Mobile Robot SystemsPart F ― Robots at WorkIndustrial Robotics.- Space Robotics.- Robotics in Agriculture and Forestry.- Robotics in Construction.- Robotics in Hazardous Applications.- Robotics in Mining.- Search and Rescue Robotics.- Robot Surveillance and Security.- Intelligent Vehicles.- Medical Robotics and Computer-Integrated Surgery.- Rehabilitation and Health Care Robotics.- Domestic Robotics.- Robotics Competitions and ChallengesPart G ― Robots and HumansHumanoids.- Human Motion Reconstruction.- Physical Human-Robot Interaction.- Human-Robot Augmentation.- Cognitive Human-Robot Interaction.- Social Robotics.- Socially Assistive Robotics.- Learning from Humans.- Biologically-Inspired Robotics.- Evolutionary Robotics.- Neurorobotics: From Vision to Action.- Perceptual Robotics.- Robotics for Education.- Roboethics: Social and Ethical ImplicationsAcknowledgements.- About the Authors.- Subject Index
£265.99
Springer International Publishing AG Decision Making and Performance Evaluation Using
Book SynopsisThis book offers new transparent views and step-by-step methods for performance evaluation of a set of units using Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA). The book has twelve practical chapters. Elementary concepts and definitions are gradually built in Chapters 1-6 based upon four examples of one input and one output factors, two input factors, two output factors, and four input and three output factors. Simultaneously, the mathematical foundations using linear programming are also introduced without any prerequisites. A reader with basic knowledge of mathematics and computers is able to understand the contents of the book. In addition, to prevent pre-judgment about the available concepts and definitions in the DEA literature, some new phrases are introduced and, after elucidating each phrase in detail in Chapters 1-6, they are reintroduced for industry-wide accuracy in Chapter 7. After that, some of the more advanced DEA topics are illustrated in Chapters 8-12, such as: production-planning problems, output-input ratio analysis, efficiency over different time periods, Malmquist efficiency indexes, and a delta neighborhood model.A clear overview of many of the elementary and advanced concepts of DEA is provided, including Technical Efficiency, Relative Efficiency, Cost/Revenue/Profit Efficiency, Price/Overall Efficiency, the DEA axioms, the mathematical background to measure technical efficiency and overall efficiency, the multiplier/envelopment form of basic DEA models in input/output-orientation, the multiplier/envelopment of Additive DEA model, the multiplier/envelopment of slacks-based models, and others. The book also covers a variety of DEA techniques, input-output ratio analysis, the natural relationships between DEA frontier and the ratio of output to input factors, production-planning problems, planning ideas with a centralized decision-making unit, context-dependent DEA, Malmquist efficiency index, efficiency over different time periods, and others. End-of-chapter exercises are provided for each chapter.Table of ContentsPreface.- Chapter 1. The Gemstone Example.- Chapter 2. Possibility and Practicability.- Chapter 3. The Petroleum Example.- Chapter 4. The optimization approach.- Chapter 5. The Airport Example.- Chapter 6. The Delta Neighborhood.- Chapter 7. Data Envelopment Analysis.- Chapter 8. The Ratio of Output to Input Factors.- Chapter 9. Production Planning Problem.- Chapter 10. Context-Dependent DEA.- Chapter 11. Efficiency Change Over Different Time.- Chapter 12. Delta Neighborhood Extension.
£89.99
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Shape Interrogation for Computer Aided Design and
Book SynopsisShape interrogation is the process of extraction of information from a geometric model. It is a fundamental component of Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) systems. This book provides a bridge between the areas geometric modeling and solid modeling. Apart from the differential geometry topics covered, the entire book is based on the unifying concept of recasting all shape interrogation problems to the solution of a nonlinear system. It provides the mathematical fundamentals as well as algorithms for various shape interrogation methods including nonlinear polynomial solvers, intersection problems, differential geometry of intersection curves, distance functions, curve and surface interrogation, umbilics and lines of curvature, and geodesics.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews: "... Currently there are several excellent books in the area of geometric modeling and in the area of solid modeling. The major contribution of this book lies in its skilful manner of providing a bridge between these two areas that is guaranteed to make the target audience cry out aloud with delight. Apart from the differential geometry topics covered, the entire book is based on the unifying concept of recasting all shape interrogation problems to the solution of a nonlinear system. Indeed the book is quite compulsive; No study of shape interrogation can ignore Patrikalakis and Maekawa's. Nearly 460 references to the literature make the book widely welcomed. ..." Current Engineering Practice 2002-2003, Vol. 45, Issue 3-4 "... It provides a comprehensive coverage of the fundamental concepts that shape interrogation techniques rely on as well as of the various techniques and algorithms for interrogation of shape features. ... Containing 408 pages, the book can be an indispensable reference for anybody with interest in this field of computer aided geometric design and software development. Nick Patrikalakis and Takashi Maekawa, researchers at MIT, managed to presnet all related concepts in an insightful way. The careful arrangement of the topics and the endeavor of the authors to recast all shape interrogation problem to the numerical solution of a nonlinear system of equations impressed the reviewer. ..." I. Horváth, Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization 2003, Vol. 24, Issue 6 "…this is a very detailed and complete book on topics that are important in both the theory and practice of geometric modeling. It is a welcome addition to the literature. Reading it and experimenting with the techniques it describes should be a rewarding experience." Luiz Henrique de Figueiredo, MATHEMATICAL REVIEWS "... This book by Patrikalakis and Maekawa is the first thorough, long overdue, look at this curicial area. The book presents an original and inclusive summary of advanced computational topics that relate to the geometry of freeform shapes. Research in these computational areas has matured to a point where such a compendium is no longer nice to have on one's shelf, but a necessity for the serious investigator. The book handles computational problems that represent fundamental components in any solid modeling environment, filling a vacuum in the literature. It will serve well any researcher, either in academia or industry, working in the area of freeform design or manusfacturing. This work continues from the point where the traditional geometric design and solid modeling books stop. ... Shape interrogation and computational geometry of freeform shapes have been a part of the geometric design and manufacturing community for a long time. This book makes efforts and is likely to become the 'Bible' for this area. As a high-quality produced book, it is a must reference for any advanced researcher or developer who works with splines and freeform representations. If you consider yourself one, this book should probably be on your bookshelf. I eagerly await what the first revision of this book may yield." Gershon Elber, Computer-Aided Design 35 (2003) 1053 "‘Shape Interrogation’ in general means the process of extracting information from a geometric model. … The aim of this text is to provide an exhaustive list of tools and algorithms useful for shape interrogation of freeform curves and surfaces. Their effectivity depends on the end user’s capability of solving systems of nonlinear equations, which is one reason for the author’s focus on robust polynomial solvers." (Johannes Wallner, Zentralblatt MATH, Vol. 1035, 2004) "‘Shape Interrogation’ is the process of extracting information from a geometric model. … This book provides a bridge between the areas of geometric modeling and solid modeling. Apart from the differential geometry topics covered, the entire book is based on the unifying concept of recasting all shape interrogations problems to the solution of a nonlinear system. … The book can serve as a textbook for teaching advanced topics of geometric modeling for graduate students as well as professionals in industry." (deslab. mit.edu, October, 2003) "This book gives a detailed description of algorithms and computational methods for shape interrogation … . The book can be used in a course for advanced graduate students and also as a reference text for researchers and practitioners in CAD/CAM. … is a very detailed and complete book on topics that are important in both the theory and the practice of geometric modeling. It is a welcome addition to the literature. Reading it and experimenting with the techniques it describes should be a rewarding experience." (Luiz Henrique de Figueiredo, Mathematical Reviews, 2003 a) "Shape interrogation and computational geometry of free-form shapes have been a part of the geometric design and manufacturing community for a long time. This book makes a first triumphant attempt at summarizing these research efforts and is likely to become the ‘Bible’ for this area. As a high-quality produced book, it is a must reference for any advanced researcher or developer who works with splines and freeform representations. If you consider yourself one, this book should probably be on your bookshelf." (Gershon Elber, Computer Aided Design, Vol. 35, 2003) "The book focuses on the topic of getting shape information from the geometric models of sculptured objects. … Containing 408 pages, the book can be an indispensable reference for anybody with interest in this field of computer aided geometric design and software development. … the text is sufficiently illustrated with figures and the production of the book is of good quality. … The book can be offered as a textbook for teaching advanced topics of geometric modeling for graduate students." (I. Horváth, Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization, Vol. 24 (6), 2003) "This book provides the mathematical fundamentals as well as algorithms for various shape interrogation methods including nonlinear polynomial solvers, intersection problems, differential geometry of intersection curves, distance functions, curve and surface interrogation, umbilics and lines of curvature, geodesics, and offset curves and surfaces. … The book will inform and enlighten professionals in industry and therefore remains essential reading for them too." (Current Engineering Practice, Vol. 45 (3-4), 2002-03)Table of ContentsRepresentation of Curves and Surfaces.- Differential Geometry of Curves.- Differential Geometry of Surfaces.- Nonlinear Polynomial Solvers and Robustness Issues.- Intersection Problems.- Differential Geometry of Intersection Curves.- Distance Functions.- Curve and Surface Interrogation.- Umbilics and Lines of Curvature.- Geodesics.- Offset Curves and Surfaces.
£42.74
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Chemical-Mechanical Planarization of Semiconductor Materials
Book SynopsisThis book contains a comprehensive review of CMP (Chemical-Mechanical Planarization) technology, one of the most exciting areas in the field of semiconductor technology. It contains detailed discussions of all aspects of the technology, for both dielectrics and metals. The state of polishing models and their relation to experimental results are covered. Polishing tools and consumables are also covered. The leading edge issues of damascene and new dielectrics as well as slurryless technology are discussed.Table of Contents1 Introduction.- 2 CMP Technology.- 3 Metal Polishing Processes.- 4 Metal CMP Science.- 5 Equipment Used in CMP Processes.- 6 CMP Polishing Pads.- 7 Fundamentals of CMP Slurry.- 8 CMP Cleaning.- 9 Patterned Wafer Effects.- 10 Integration Issues of CMP.- Appendix: Pourbaix Diagrams.- References.
£170.99
