Systems analysis and design Books
Pearson Education (US) Specifying Systems
Book Synopsis Leslie Lamport, a computer scientist, is well known for his contributions to concurrent computing and distributed systems. His Time, Clocks, and the Ordering of Events in a Distributed System paper has been honored for its enduring influence on the field. Lamport is also known for creating the LaTeX typesetting system and the best-selling book, LaTeX, Second Edition, which documents it (Addison-Wesley, 1994). Now at Microsoft Research in Mountain View, California, he began his work on TLA+ at the Digital (later Compaq) Systems Research Center in Palo Alto. Lamport, who earned his Ph.D. in mathematics from Brandeis University, is a member of the National Academy of Engineering. 032114306XAB06262002 Table of Contents List of Figures and Tables. Acknowledgments. Introduction. I. Getting Started. 1. A Little Simple Math. Propositional Logic. Sets. Predicate Logic. Formulas and Language. 2. Specifying a Simple Clock. Behaviors. An Hour Clock. A Closer Look at the Specification. The Specification in TLA+. An Alternative Specification. 3. An Asynchronous Interface. The First Specification. Another Specification. Types: A Reminder. Definitions. Comments. 4. A FIFO. The Inner Specification. Instantiation Examined. Instantiation Is Substitution. Parametrized Instantiation. Implicit Substitutions. Instantiation Without Renaming. Hiding the Queue. A Bounded FIFO. What We're Specifying. 5. A Caching Memory. The Memory Interface. Functions. A Linearizable Memory. Tuples as Functions. Recursive Function Definitions. A Write-Through Cache. Invariance. Proving Implementation. 6. Some More Math. Sets. Silly Expressions. Recursion Revisited. Functions versus Operators. Using Functions. Choose. 7. Writing a Specification: Some Advice. Why Specify. What to Specify. The Grain of Atomicity. The Data Structures. Writing the Specification. Some Further Hints. When and How to Specify. II: More Advanced Topics. 8. Liveness and Fairness. Temporal Formulas. Temporal Tautologies. Temporal Proof Rules. Weak Fairness. The Memory Specification. The Liveness Requirement. Another Way to Write It. A Generalization. Strong Fairness. The Write-Through Cache. Quantification. Temporal Logic Examined. A Review. Machine Closure. Machine Closure and Possibility. Refinement Mappings and Fairness. The Unimportance of Liveness. Temporal Logic Considered Confusing. 9. Real Time. The Hour Clock Revisited. Real-Time Specifications in General. A Real-Time Caching Memory. Zeno Specifications. Hybrid System Specifications. Remarks on Real Time. 10. Composing Specifications. Composing Two Specifications. Composing Many Specifications. The FIFO. Composition with Shared State. Explicit State Changes. Composition with Joint Actions. A Brief Review. A Taxonomy of Composition. Interleaving Reconsidered. Joint Actions Reconsidered. Liveness and Hiding. Liveness and Machine Closure. Hiding. Open-System Specifications. Interface Refinement. A Binary Hour Clock. Refining a Channel. Interface Refinement in General. Open-System Specifications. Should You Compose?. 11. Advanced Examples. Specifying Data Structures. Local Definitions. Graphs. Solving Differential Equations. BNF Grammars. Other Memory Specifications. The Interface. The Correctness Condition. A Serial Memory. A Sequentially Consistent Memory. The Memory Specifications Considered. III: The Tools. 12. The Syntactic Analyzer. 13. The TLATEX Typesetter. Introduction. Comment Shading. How It Typesets the Specification. How It Typesets Comments. Adjusting the Output Format. Output Files. Trouble-Shooting. Using LATEX Commands. 14. The TLC Model Checker. Introduction to TLC. What TLC Can Cope With. TLC Values. How TLC Evaluates Expressions. Assignment and Replacement. Evaluating Temporal Formulas. Overriding Modules. How TLC Computes States. How TLC Checks Properties. Model-Checking Mode. Simulation Mode. Views and Fingerprints. Taking Advantage of Symmetry. Limitations of Liveness Checking. The TLC Module. How to Use TLC. Running TLC. Debugging a Specification. Hints on Using TLC Effectively. What TLC Doesn't Do. The Fine Print. The Grammar of the Configuration File. Comparable TLC Values. IV: The TLA+ Language. Mini-Manual 268-273. 15. The Syntax of TLA+. The Simple Grammar. The Complete Grammar. Precedence and Associativity. Alignment. Comments. Temporal Formulas. Two Anomalies. The Lexemes of TLA+. 16. The Operators of TLA+. Constant Operators. Boolean Operators. The Choose Operator. Interpretations of Boolean Operators. Conditional Constructs. The Let/In Construct. The Operators of Set Theory. Functions. Records. Tuples. Strings. Numbers. . Nonconstant Operators. Basic Constant Expressions. The Meaning of a State Function. Action Operators. Temporal Operators. 17. The Meaning of a Module. Operators and Expressions. The Order and Arity of an Operator. ¿¿ Expressions. Simplifying Operator Application. Expressions. Levels. Contexts. The Meaning of a ¿¿ Expression. The Meaning of a Module. Extends. Declarations. Operator Definitions. Function Definitions. Instantiation. Theorems and Assumptions. Submodules. Correctness of a Module. Finding Modules. The Semantics of Instantiation. 18. The Standard Modules. Module Sequences. Module FiniteSets. Module Bags. The Numbers Modules. Index. 032114306XT07022002
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Pearson Education (US) Algorithms
Book SynopsisRobert Sedgewick has been a Professor of Computer Science at Princeton University since 1985, where he was the founding Chairman of the Department of Computer Science. He has held visiting research positions at Xerox PARC, Institute for Defense Analyses, and INRIA, and is member of the board of directors of Adobe Systems. Professor Sedgewick's research interests include analytic combinatorics, design and analysis of data structures and algorithms, and program visualization. His landmark book, Algorithms, now in its fourth edition, has appeared in numerous versions and languages over the past thirty years. In addition, with Kevin Wayne, he is the coauthor of the highly acclaimed textbook, Introduction to Programming in Java: An Interdisciplinary Approach (Addison-Wesley, 2008). Kevin Wayne is the Phillip Y. Goldman Senior Lecturer in Computer Science at Princeton University, where hTable of Contents Chapter 1: Fundamentals 1.1 Programming Model 1.2 Data Abstraction 1.3 Queues, Stacks, and Bags 1.4 Analysis of Algorithms 1.5 Case Study: Union-Find Chapter 2: Sorting 2.1 Elementary Sorts 2.1 Elementary Sorts 2.2 Mergesort 2.3 Quicksort 2.4 Priority Queues 2.5 Applications Chapter 3: Searching 3.1 Symbol Tables 3.1 Symbol Tables 3.2 Binary Search Trees 3.3 Balanced Search Trees 3.4 Hash Tables 3.5 Applications Chapter 4: Graphs 4.1 Undirected graphs 4.1 Undirected graphs 4.2 Directed graphs 4.3 Minimum Spanning Trees 4.4 Shortest Paths Chapter 5: Strings 5.1 String Sorts 5.1 String Sorts 5.2 Tries 5.3 Substring Search 5.4 Regular Expressions 5.5 Data Compression Context Systems Programming Systems Programming Scientific Computing Commercial Applications Operations Research Intractability Index
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Reinventing Clinical Decision Support
Book SynopsisThis book takes an in-depth look at the emerging technologies that are transforming the way clinicians manage patients, while at the same time emphasizing that the best practitioners use both artificial and human intelligence to make decisions. AI and machine learning are explored at length, with plain clinical English explanations of convolutional neural networks, back propagation, and digital image analysis. Real-world examples of how these tools are being employed are also discussed, including their value in diagnosing diabetic retinopathy, melanoma, breast cancer, cancer metastasis, and colorectal cancer, as well as in managing severe sepsis.With all the enthusiasm about AI and machine learning, it was also necessary to outline some of criticisms, obstacles, and limitations of these new tools. Among the criticisms discussed: the relative lack of hard scientific evidence supporting some of the latest algorithms and the so-called black box problem. A chTable of ContentsDedicationContentsPrefaceAbout the AuthorsChapter 1: Clinical Reasoning and Diagnostic ErrorsChapter 2: The Promise of Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningChapter 3: AI Criticisms, Obstacles, and LimitationsChapter 4: CDS Systems: Past, Present, and FutureChapter 5: Reengineering Data AnalyticsChapter 6: Will Systems Biology Transform Clinical Decision Support? Chapter 7: Precision MedicineChapter 8: Reinventing Clinical Decision Support: Case StudiesIndex
£56.99
CRC Press Methods of Mathematical Modelling
Book SynopsisThis book features original research articles on the topic of mathematical modelling and fractional differential equations. The contributions, written by leading researchers in the field, consist of chapters on classical and modern dynamical systems modelled by fractional differential equations in physics, engineering, signal processing, fluid mechanics, and bioengineering, manufacturing, systems engineering, and project management.The book offers theory and practical applications for the solutions of real-life problems and will be of interest to graduate level students, educators, researchers, and scientists interested in mathematical modelling and its diverse applications.Features Presents several recent developments in the theory and applications of fractional calculus Includes chapters on different analytical and numerical methods dedicated to several mathematical equations Develops methods forTable of Contents1. Fractional Model of Vibration Equation. 2. Fractional Schrodinger Equations. 3. Fractional Advection-Dispersion Equations. 4. Fractional Model of Chemical Reactors. 5. Fractional Gas Dynamics Equations. 6. Fractional Model of Smoking Dynamics. 7. Fractional Riccati Differential Equations. 8. Fractional Model of Bloch Equations. 9. Fractional Model of Diffusion Equations. 10. Fractional Klein-Gordon Equations. 11. Fractional Fornberg-Whitham Equation. 12. Fractional Biological Population Model.
£145.00
Taylor & Francis Ltd Designing Network OnChip Architectures in the Nanoscale Era
Book SynopsisGoing beyond isolated research ideas and design experiences, Designing Network On-Chip Architectures in the Nanoscale Era covers the foundations and design methods of network on-chip (NoC) technology. The contributors draw on their own lessons learned to provide strong practical guidance on various design issues.Exploring the design process of the network, the first part of the book focuses on basic aspects of switch architecture and design, topology selection, and routing implementation. In the second part, contributors discuss their experiences in the industry, offering a roadmap to recent products. They describe Tileraâs TILE family of multicore processors, novel Intel products and research prototypes, and the TRIPS operand network (OPN). The last part reveals state-of-the-art solutions to hardware-related issues and explains how to efficiently implement the programming model at the network interface. In the appendix, the microarchitectural details of two switch architectures targeting multiprocessor system-on-chips (MPSoCs) and chip multiprocessors (CMPs) can be used as an experimental platform for running tests.A stepping stone to the evolution of future chip architectures, this volume provides a how-to guide for designers of current NoCs as well as designers involved with 2015 computing platforms. It cohesively brings together fundamental design issues, alternative design paradigms and techniques, and the main design tradeoffsâconsistently focusing on topics most pertinent to real-world NoC designers.Table of ContentsNoC Technology. The Industrial Perspective. Upcoming Trends. Appendix. Bibliography.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Systemic and Systematic Risk Management
Book SynopsisThis book discusses risk management as it applies to problem-solving for simple, complex and wicked problems faced by policy creators and implementors, project managers and systems engineers in the context of policies, large engineering projects (LEPs), projects and systems. When applying systems thinking to risk management, it can be seen that risk management applies to almost every action taken in daily life. This book: Introduces the systems approach of integrating risk management into policy creation and implementation, project management and systems engineering, such as the risk framework and the Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract with penalties and bonuses. Introduces a number of out-of-the box concepts building on the application of the systems thinking tools in the system thinker's toolbox. Points out that integrating risk management into policy and project management and systems engineering is just good management and enTable of Contents 1. Introduction 2. Thinking 3. Risks and Risk Management 4. Change 5. Problems and Problem-Solving 6. Systems and Systems Engineering 7. Basic Project Management 8. An Introduction to Managing Risk in LEPs 9. Perspectives of Polices 10. Afterword
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Resilient Health Care Muddling Through with Purpose Volume 6
Book SynopsisThis book promotes an understanding of the purposeful muddling that health care workers rely on to be better able to function and operate in the multitude of complex ecosystems we call health care.The book argues the case for the importance of recognising and understanding muddling behaviours, practices and activities in order to create resilient care. The book demonstrates how resilient health care principles can enable managers as well as those on the frontlines to work more effectively towards interdisciplinary care by gaining a deeper understanding of real-world practices that manifest in everyday clinical settings. This is done by presenting a set of case studies, theoretical chapters and applications that relate experiences, bring forth ideas and illustrate practical solutions.Primarily aimed at people who are directly involved in the running and improvement of health care systems, it provides practical guidance. It is also of direct interest to heaTable of Contents1. The Journey to Here. 2. On Muddling Through (its definitions, scope, and ways to work in a world of muddle to enable resilient performance in systems, organisations and services). Section 1: Understanding Purpose and Muddling Through. Section 2: Theorising About Purposeful Muddling. Section 3: Case Studies of Muddling and Resilient Health Care. 3. Working with Muddling in a Purposeful Way.
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CRC Press Bioinformatics
Book SynopsisThis book contains the latest material in the subject, covering next generation sequencing (NGS) applications and meeting the requirements of a complete semester course. This book digs deep into analysis, providing both concept and practice to satisfy the exact need of researchers seeking to understand and use NGS data reprocessing, genome assembly, variant discovery, gene profiling, epigenetics, and metagenomics. The book does not introduce the analysis pipelines in a black box, but with detailed analysis steps to provide readers with the scientific and technical backgrounds required to enable them to conduct analysis with confidence and understanding. The book is primarily designed as a companion for researchers and graduate students using sequencing data analysis but will also serve as a textbook for teachers and students in biology and bioscience.Table of Contents1. Sequencing and Raw Sequence Data Quality Control. 2. Mapping of Sequence Reads to the Reference Genomes. 3. De Novo Genome Assembly. 4. Variant Discovery. 5. RNA-Seq Data Analysis. 6. Chromatin Immunoprecipitation Sequencing. 7. Targeted Gene Metagenomic Data Analysis. 8. Shotgun Metagenomic Data Analysis.
£74.99
CRC Press Embedded Software System Testing
Book SynopsisThis book introduces embedded software engineering and management methods, proposing the relevant testing theory and techniques that promise the final realization of automated testing of embedded systems.The quality and reliability of embedded systems have become a great concern, faced with the rising demands for the complexity and scale of system hardware and software. The authors propose and expound on the testing theory and techniques of embedded software systems and relevant environment construction technologies, providing effective solutions for the automated testing of embedded systems. Through analyzing typical testing examples of the complex embedded software systems, the authors verify the effectiveness of the theories, technologies and methods proposed in the book.In combining the fundamental theory and technology and practical solutions, this book will appeal to researchers and students studying computer science, software engineering, and embedded systems, as well as professionals and practitioners engaged in the development, verification, and maintenance of embedded systems in the military and civilian fields.
£47.49
River Publishers Cybernetics in C++
Book SynopsisC++ is a powerful, much sought after programming language, but can be daunting to work with, even for engineering professionals. Why is this book so useful? Have you ever wondered: - How do keywords like static and virtual change their meanings according to context? - What are the similarities and differences between Pointers and References, Pointers and Arrays, Constructors and Copy Constructors, Nested and Local Inner Classes? - Why is Multiple Interface Inheritance seen to be beautiful but Multiple Implementation Inheritance considered evil? - When is Polymorphism Static or Dynamic, Bounded or Unbounded? Answers on these questions, and much more, are explained in this book, Cybernetics in C++. What makes this text so different and appealing in comparison to existing books on the market? - The Bulleted style, as opposed to Prose, produces results much faster, both in learning and reference - Rules of Thumb, and further expert Tips are given throughout in how to optimise your code - The Prospective Evils sections tell you what to avoid - The thorough coverage ensures you will be trained to expert level in each of Imperative, Procedural, Memory & Resource Management, Object Oriented and Generic Programming Cybernetics in C++ combines a theoretical overview and practical approach in one book, which should prove to be a useful reference for computer scientists, software programmers, engineers and students in this and related field.Table of ContentsImperative Programming, Procedural Programming, Data Structures & Algorithms, Memory & Resource Management Programming, Object Oriented Programming, Imperative Programming, Generic Programming, Getting It Together: Programming in C++
£999.99
Systems Analysis and Design
Book SynopsisDiscover a practical, streamlined, updated approach to information systems development that covers both traditional and emerging technologies and approaches to systems analysis and design. SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN, 11E offers a well-organized, streamlined approach. Chapter objectives are keyed directly to chapter headings, making content easy to comprehend and convenient to study. Numerous real-world examples and screenshots ensure content is current and relevant. In addition, key terms at the end of the chapter now include definitions so you don't have to flip back and forth to a glossary. Exercises throughout this edition emphasize critical thinking and IT skills in a dynamic, business-related environment. This new edition offers everything you need to prepare for success in today's intensely competitive and rapidly changing business world.Table of ContentsPHASE I: SYSTEMS PLANNING. 1. Introduction to Systems Analysis and Design. 2. Analyzing the Business Case. 3. Managing Systems Projects. PHASE II: SYSTEMS ANALYSIS. 4. Requirements Modeling. 5. Data and Process Modeling. 6. Object Modeling. 7. Development Strategies. PHASE III: SYSTEMS DESIGN. 8. User Interface Design. 9. Data Design. 10. System Architecture. PHASE IV: SYSTEMS IMPLEMENTATION. 11. Managing Systems Implementation. PHASE V: SYSTEMS SUPPORT AND SECURITY. 12. Managing Systems Support and Security. THE SYSTEMS ANALYST���S TOOLKIT. Toolkit Part A: Communication Tools. Toolkit Part B: CASE Tools. Toolkit Part C: Financial Analysis Tools. Toolkit Part D: Internet Resource Tools. Index.
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Cengage Learning, Inc Power System Analysis and Design
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Machine Learning
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ESRI Press Advanced Python Scripting for ArcGIS Pro
Book SynopsisReady for something more complex? An easy-to-follow guide to writing specialized Python scripts and developing tools for spatial data in ArcGIS Pro. Advanced Python Scripting for ArcGIS Pro builds on Python Scripting for ArcGIS Pro (Esri Press, 2020). Learn how to create a geoprocessing tool out of your script and automate tasks in ArcGIS Pro, how to share your tools with others, as well as master a number of more specialized tasks. Some of the key topics you will learn include: Writing specialized scripts using ArcPy Creating Python script tools Writing Python toolboxes Sharing scripts and tools Managing Python packages and environments Creating custom functions and classes Migrating scripts and tools from ArcGIS Desktop to ArcGIS Pro NumPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib ArcGIS API for Python and Jupyter Notebook Helpful “points to remember,” key terms, and review questions are included at the end of each chapter to reinforce your understanding of Python. Companion data and exercises are available online. Advanced Python Scripting for ArcGIS Pro is perfect for more experienced developers who are looking to upgrade their skills. Don't forget to also check out Esri Press's other Python title: Python Scripting for ArcGIS Pro (9781589484993)Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgments Chapter 1. Introducing advanced Python scripting Chapter 2. Creating Python functions and classes Chapter 3. Creating Python script tools Chapter 4. Python toolboxes Chapter 5. Sharing tools Chapter 6. Managing Python packages and environments Chapter 7. Essential Python modules and packages for geoprocessing Chapter 8. Migrating scripts from Python 2 to 3 Chapter 9. ArcGIS API for Python Index
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States Academic Press New Paradigms in Computer Aided Verification
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£115.15
BCS Learning & Development Limited Defining Digital Solutions
Book SynopsisThis book offers practical guidance on establishing context needed to design and deliver a successful digital solution, and approaches you can take to acquire or develop one based on essential requirements. A must read for business analysts, software developers, software testers, solution architects and digital technologists.
£999.99
Imperial College Press Analysis And Synthesis Of Computer Systems (2nd
Book SynopsisAnalysis and Synthesis of Computer Systems presents a broad overview of methods that are used to evaluate the performance of computer systems and networks, manufacturing systems, and interconnected services systems. Aside from a highly readable style that rigorously addresses all subjects, this second edition includes new chapters on numerical methods for queueing models and on G-networks, the latter being a new area of queuing theory that one of the authors has pioneered.This book will have a broad appeal to students, practitioners and researchers in several different areas, including practicing computer engineers as well as computer science and engineering students.Table of ContentsBasic Tools of Probabilistic Modelling; The Queue with Server of Walking Type and Its Applications to Computer System Modelling; Queueing Network Models; Queueing Networks with Multiple Classes of Positive and Negative Customers and Product Form Solution; Markov-Modulated Queues; Diffusion Approximation Methods for General Queueing Networks; Approximate Decomposition and Iterative Techniques for Closed Model Solution; Synthesis Problems in Single-Resource Systems: Characterisation and Control of Achievable Performance; Control of Performance in Mutliple-Resource Systems; A Queue with Server of Walking Type.
£95.00
Imperial College Press Nature Of Change Or The Law Of Unintended
Book SynopsisThis absorbing book provides a broad introduction to the surprising nature of change, and explains how the Law of Unintended Consequences arises from the waves of change following one simple change. Change is a constant topic of discussion, whether be it on climate, politics, technology, or any of the many other changes in our lives. However, does anyone truly understand what change is?Over time, mankind has deliberately built social and technology based systems that are goal-directed — there are goals to achieve and requirements to be met. Building such systems is man's way of planning for the future, and these plans are based on predicting the behavior of the system and its environment, at specified times in the future. Unfortunately, in a truly complex social or technical environment, this planned predictability can break down into a morass of surprising and unexpected consequences. Such unpredictability stems from the propagation of the effects of change through the influence of one event on another.The Nature of Change explains in detail the mechanism of change and will serve as an introduction to complex systems, or as complementary reading for systems engineering. This textbook will be especially useful to professionals in system building or business change management, and to students studying systems in a variety of fields such as information technology, business, law and society.Table of ContentsWhat Do We Mean By Change?; Some Definitions; Failure by Design; Influence, Boundaries and Structure; Change in Complex Systems; Propagation; Simulation; What Do We Do When A Change Is Indicated?; Implementing a System; Co-evolutionary Change in the Real World; In the Future.
£48.45
Rosenfeld Media Orchestrating Experiences: Collaborative Design
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World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Modeling And Simulation Based Systems
Book SynopsisModeling and simulation (M&S) based systems engineering (MSBSE) is the extension of MBSE, which enhances the value of MBSE and the ability of digitally evaluating and optimizing the whole system through comprehensive applications of M&S technologies. This book puts together the recent research in MSBSE, and hopefully this will provide the researchers and engineers with reference cases in M&S technologies to support the R&D of complex products and systems.
£85.50
Springer Vieweg Testmanagement und Softwaretest
Book SynopsisDer Testprozess.- Grundsätze für Softwaretester.- Testnormen.- Rollen und Verantwortlichkeiten im Testmanagement.- Grundlagen des Testmanagements.- Marktsituation beim Softwaretest.- Testvorbereitung.- Requirements Engineering.- Teststufen.- Testabdeckung und Überdeckungsmaße.- Fehlermanagement.- Testplanung.- Testumgebung.- Testkonzeption.- Kennzahlen zur Bewertung von Tests.- Testvoraussetzungen.- Beschreibung der Testfälle.- Testmethoden.- Testdurchführung.- Testbericht.- Produktiveinführung von Systemen.- Reviews im Testprozess.- Werkzeuge für die Unterstützung des Testmanagements.- Die optimale Testabdeckung.- Testmetriken.- Testautomatisierung.- Offshoring von Tests.- Test von Internet-Anwendungen.- Testen in der Cloud.- Mobile Testing- Agiles Testen.- Geschäftsbasiertes Testmanagement.- TPI Next.- Testumgebungsmanagement.- Testaufwandsschätzung.- Testen ist kein Allheilmittel.- Fazit
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Wiley-Blackwell The Engineering Design of Systems Models and
Book SynopsisNew for the third edition, chapters on: Complete Exercise of the SE Process, System Science and Analytics and The Value of Systems Engineering The book takes a model-based approach to key systems engineering design activities and introduces methods and models used in the real world.Table of ContentsPreface ix About the Companion Website xv Part 1 Introduction, Overview, and Basic Knowledge 1 Chapter 1 Introduction to Systems Engineering 3 Chapter 2 Overview of the Systems Engineering Design Process 46 Chapter 3 Modeling and SysML Modeling 68 Chapter 4 Discrete Mathematics: Sets, Relations, and Functions 100 Chapter 5 Graphs and Directed Graphs (Digraphs) 117 Part 2 Design and Integration 143 Chapter 6 Requirements and Defining the Design Problem 145 Chapter 7 Functional Architecture Development 202 Chapter 8 Physical Architecture Development 241 Chapter 9 Allocated Architecture Development 274 Chapter 10 Interface Design 307 Chapter 11 Integration and Qualification 327 Chapter 12 A Complete Exercise of the Systems Engineering Process 357 Part 3 Supplemental Topics 373 Chapter 13 Graphical Modeling Techniques 375 Chapter 14 Decision Analysis for Design Trades 398 Chapter 15 The Science and Analysis of Systems 445 Chapter 16 The Value of Systems Engineering 471 Appendix A: Outline of Systems Engineering Documents 489 Appendix B: IDEF0 Model of the Engineering of a System 493 Glossary 513 References 526 Historical References 540 Index 543
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Packt Publishing Limited DomainDriven Refactoring
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BCS Learning & Development Limited Delivering Digital Solutions
Book SynopsisThis book offers practical guidance for the delivery of digital solutions - detailing software engineering and software testing stages essential to deploying a digital solution plus development and support tools. A must read for business analysts, software developers, software testers, solution architects and digital technologists.
£999.99
Springer International Publishing AG Leveraging Applications of Formal Methods, Verification and Validation. Practice: 11th International Symposium, ISoLA 2022, Rhodes, Greece, October 22–30, 2022, Proceedings, Part IV
Book SynopsisThis four-volume set LNCS 13701-13704 constitutes contributions of the associated events held at the 11th International Symposium on Leveraging Applications of Formal Methods, ISoLA 2022, which took place in Rhodes, Greece, in October/November 2022. The contributions in the four-volume set are organized according to the following topical sections: specify this - bridging gaps between program specification paradigms; x-by-construction meets runtime verification; verification and validation of concurrent and distributed heterogeneous systems; programming - what is next: the role of documentation; automated software re-engineering; DIME day; rigorous engineering of collective adaptive systems; formal methods meet machine learning; digital twin engineering; digital thread in smart manufacturing; formal methods for distributed computing in future railway systems; industrial day.Table of ContentsDigital Twin Engineering.- Digital Thread in Smart Manufacturing.- Formal Methods for DIStributed COmputing in Future RAILway Systems.- Industrial Day.
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Springer International Publishing AG Architecture of Computing Systems: 35th International Conference, ARCS 2022, Heilbronn, Germany, September 13–15, 2022, Proceedings
Book SynopsisThis book constitutes the proceedings of the 35th International Conference on Architecture of Computing Systems, ARCS 2022, held virtually in July 2022. The 18 full papers in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 35 submissions. ARCS provides a platform covering newly emerging and cross-cutting topics, such as autonomous and ubiquitous systems, reconfigurable computing and acceleration, neural networks and artificial intelligence. The selected papers cover a variety of topics from the ARCS core domains, including energy efficiency, applied machine learning, hardware and software system security, reliable and fault-tolerant systems and organic computing.Table of ContentsEnergy Efficiency.- Energy Efficient Frequency Scaling on GPUs in Heterogeneous HPC Systems.- Dual-IS: Instruction Set Modality for Efficient Instruction Level Parallelism.- Pasithea-1: An Energy-Efficient Self-Contained CGRA With RISC-Like ISA.- Applied Machine Learning.- Orchestrated Co-Scheduling, Resource Partitioning, and Power Capping on CPU-GPU Heterogeneous Systems via Machine Learning.- FPGA-based Dynamic Deep Learning Acceleration for Real-time Video Analytics.- Advanced Computing Techniques.- Effects of Approximate Computing on Workload Characteristics.- QPU-System Co-Design for Quantum HPC Accelerators.- Hardware and Software System Security.- Protected Functions: User Space Privileged Function Calls.- Using Look Up Table Content as Signatures to Identify IP Cores in Modern FPGAs.- Hardware Isolation Support for Low-Cost SoC-FPGAs.- Reliable and Fault-tolerant systems.- Memristor based FPGAs: Understanding the Effect of Configuration Memory Faults.- On the Reliability of Real-time Operating System on Embedded Soft Processor for Space Applications.- Special Track: Organic Computing.- NDNET: a Unified Framework for Anomaly and Novelty Detection.- Organic Computing to Improve the Dependability of an Automotive Environment.- A context aware and self-improving monitoring system for field vegetables.- Semi-Model-Based Reinforcement Learning in Organic Computing Systems.- Deep Reinforcement Learning with a Classifier System – First Steps.- GAE-LCT: A run-time GA-based Classifier Evolution Method for Hardware LCT controlled SoC Performance-Power Optimization.
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Springer International Publishing AG Innovations for Community Services: 23rd International Conference, I4CS 2023, Bamberg, Germany, September 11–13, 2023, Proceedings
Book SynopsisThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 23rd International Conference on Innovations for Community Services, I4CS 2023, held in Bamberg, Germany, in September 2023.The 15 full papers and 4 short papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 38 submissions. One invited talk in full-paper length is included in the volume. The papers focus on topics such as distributed architectures and frameworks for community services, advanced applications regarding digital communities on the move, new trends of socialization covering the ambient work and living of digital societies.Table of ContentsInformation Security.- Environmental Protection.- Text Analysis.- Quantum Computing.- Internet of Things.- Short Papers.
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Transactions on Large-Scale Data- and Knowledge-Centered Systems XLVIII: Special Issue In Memory of Univ. Prof. Dr. Roland Wagner
Book SynopsisThe LNCS journal Transactions on Large-Scale Data- and Knowledge-Centered Systems focuses on data management, knowledge discovery, and knowledge processing, which are core and hot topics in computer science. Since the 1990s, the Internet has become the main driving force behind application development in all domains. An increase in the demand for resource sharing (e.g., computing resources, services, metadata, data sources) across different sites connected through networks has led to an evolution of data- and knowledge management systems from centralized systems to decentralized systems enabling large-scale distributed applications providing high scalability. This, the 48th issue of Transactions on Large-Scale Data- and Knowledge-Centered Systems, contains 8 invited papers dedicated to the memory of Prof. Dr. Roland Wagner. The topics covered include distributed database systems, NewSQL, scalable transaction management, strong consistency, caches, data warehouse, ETL, reinforcement learning, stochastic approximation, multi-agent systems, ontology, model-driven development, organisational modelling, digital government, new institutional economics and data governance.Table of ContentsDistributed Database Systems: The Case for NewSQL.- Boosting OLTP Performance using Write-back Client-side Caches.- pygrametl: A Powerful Programming Framework for Easy Creation and Testing of ETL Flows.- A Data Warehouse of Wi-Fi Sessions for Contact Tracing and Outbreak Investigation.- Convergence Proof for Actor-Critic Methods Applied to PPO and RUDDER.- Revival of MAS Technologies in Industry.- From Strategy to Code: Achieving Strategical Alignment in Software Development Projects through Conceptual Modelling.- On State-Level Architecture of Digital Government Ecosystems: From ICT-Driven to Data-Centric.
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Theoretical Computer Science: 40th National Conference, NCTCS 2022, Changchun, China, July 29–31, 2022, Revised Selected Papers
Book SynopsisThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 40th National Conference on Theoretical Computer Science, NCTCS 2022, held in Changchun, China, during July 29–31, 2022.The 13 full papers and 6 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 58 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: computational theory and model; approximation algorithms; artificial intelligence; and system and resource scheduling.Table of ContentsComputational Theory and Model.- General-nondeterministic fuzzy pushdown automata and their languages.- Joint Degree Distribution of Growing Multiplex Network Model with Nonlinear Preferential Attachment Rule.- Coherence of Quantum States based on Mutually Unbiased Bases.- Determining the Sampling Size with Maintaining the Probability Distribution.- Approximation Algorithms.- The polynomial randomized algorithm to compute bounded degree graphs for TSP based on frequency quadrilaterals.- An approximation algorithm for the minimum soft capacitated disk multi-coverage problem.- A 1/2 approximation algorithm for energy constrained geometric covering problem.- Artificial Intelligence.- MixHop Graph WaveNet for traffic forecasting.- A Brief Discussion on the Reform of Mathematics Teaching in Artificial Intelligence Majors - Taking Matrix Computation and Optimization as Examples.- Improved Spotted Hyena Optimizer fused with multiple strategies.- Regularized Framework on Heterogeneous Hypergraph Model for Personal Recommendation.- Hybrid Pre-training based on Masked Autoencoders for Medical Image Segmentation.- Deep Transfer Learning based Risk Prediction Model for Infectious Disease.- A Data-Driven Framework For Crack Paths Propagation.- System and Resource Scheduling.- A modified list scheduling algorithm for the online hierarchical load balancing problem with bounded processing times.- An Improved ACS Algorithm by CA for Task Scheduling in Heterogeneous Multiprocessing Environments.- On the parameterized tractability of single machine scheduling with rejection to minimize the weighted makespan.- Multi-resource allocation in mobile edge computing systems: A trade-off on fairness and efficiency.- Maximin share based mechanisms for multi-resource fair allocation with divisible and indivisible tasks.
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Apress The IT Support Handbook
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Proceedings / Parcella 1988: Fourth International Workshop on Parallel Processing by Cellular Automata and Arrays, Berlin, GDR, October 17-21, 1988
Book SynopsisThis volume contains selected papers for the Parcella '88, the Fourth International Workshop on "Parallel Processing by Cellular Automata and Arrays" held in Berlin from October 17 to 21, 1988. The profile of the Parcella workshop series is focused on problems of processing by regular structures, i.e. their "flexibilization" or adapting to "irregular" algorithms and, closely related to this, on the "regularization" of algorithms for their embedding into regular structures. It seems that these problems will have an increasing priority within the list of central problems in parallelization and will determine the profile of Parcella for the next years.Table of ContentsMultiprocessor arrays: Topology, efficiency and fault-tolerance.- Unsolved theoretical problems in homogeneous structures.- On simultaneous realizations of boolean functions, with applications.- Parallel microprogramming as a tool for multi-microprocessor systems.- A survey of parallel computational geometry algorithms.- Parallel memories for straight line and rectangle access.- Programming with active data.- Prolog implementations for cellular architectures.- Modular highly-parallel computation and architectures.- Parallel computation and supercomputers and applications.- Fast parallel algorithms and the complexity of parallelism (basic issues and recent advances).- Process-structured architectures to transform information flowing through.- Basic research for cellular processing.- Parallel algorithms in image processing.- VLSI arrays implementing parallel line-drawing algorithms.- Parallel conflict-free optimal access to complete extended q-ary trees.- Systolic preconditioning algorithms for the jacobi iterative solution of sparse linear systems.- Multiprocessor systems for large numerical applications.- Systolic array for eigenvalue of jacobi matrix.- A transitive closure algorithm for a 16-state cellprocessor.- Control of sensory processing — A hypothesis on and simulation of the architecture of an elementary cortical processor.- Bounds for l-selection and related problems on grids of processors.- Recursive design of communication schemes for parallel computation with relacs.- Solution of dense systems of linear equations using cellular processors.- Running order statistics on a bit-level systolic array.- Realization of sets of permutations by permutation networks.- Simulation of learning networks.- Given's rotation on an instruction systolic array.- Worst case analysis for reducing algorithms on instruction systolic arrays with simple instruction sets.- Self-checking processing elements in cellular arrays.- Cellular diagnostic in parallel systems.- Reliable networks for boolean functions with small complexity.- Pipeline-automata — A model for acyclic systolic systems.
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Independently Published GPT-4 Chat for Beginners: A Comprehensive Guide For Beginners
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CRC Press Transport Systems and Processes
Book SynopsisThe TransNav 2011 Symposium held at the Gdynia Maritime University, Poland in June 2011 has brought together a wide range of participants from all over the world. The program has offered a variety of contributions, allowing to look at many aspects of the navigational safety from various different points of view. Topics presented and discussed at the Symposium were: navigation, safety at sea, sea transportation, education of navigators and simulator-based training, sea traffic engineering, ship's manoeuvrability, integrated systems, electronic charts systems, satellite, radio-navigation and anti-collision systems and many others.This book is part of a series of six volumes and provides an overview of Transport Systems and Processes and is addressed to scientists and professionals involved in research and development of navigation, safety of navigation and sea transportation.Table of ContentsTransportation Information and Computer Systems in Transport Process Maritime Transport Policy Maritime Law Ships Monitoring System; A Decision Support Tool Inland Navigation
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Computer Organization Architecture
Book SynopsisCOMPUTER ORGANIZATION AND ARCHITECTURE: THEMES AND VARIATIONS stresses the structure of the complete system (CPU, memory, buses and peripherals) and reinforces that core content with an emphasis on divergent examples. This approach to computer architecture is an effective arrangement that provides sufficient detail at the logic and organizational levels appropriate for EE/ECE departments as well as for Computer Science readers. The text goes well beyond the minimal curriculum coverage and introduces topics that are important to anyone involved with computer architecture in a way that is both thought provoking and interesting to all.Table of ContentsPart I. The Beginning 1. Computer Systems Architecture What is Computer Systems Architecture? Architecture and Organization. Development of Computers. The Stored Program Computer. The Stored Program Concept. Overview of the Computer System. Modern Computing 2. Computer Arithmetic and Digital Logic What is Data? Numbers.Binary Arithmetic. Signed Integers. Introduction to Multiplication and Division. Floating-Point Numbers. Floating-Point Arithmetic. Floating-Point Arithmetic and the Programmer. Computer Logic. Sequential Circuits. Buses and Tristate Gates. Part II. Instruction Set Architectures 3. Architecture and Organization Introduction to the Stored Program Machine. The Components of an ISA. ARM Instruction Set Architecture. ARM Assembly Language. ARM Data-Processing Instructions. ARM's Flow Control Instructions. ARM Addressing Modes. Subroutine Call and Return. Intermission: Examples of ARM Code. Subroutines and the Stack. Data Size and Arrangement. Consolidation ��� Putting Things Together 4. Instruction Set Architectures ��� Breadth and Depth Historical Background. The Stack and Data Storage. Privileged Modes and Exceptions. MIPS: Another RISC. Data Processing and Data Movement. Memory Indirect Addressing. Compressed Code, RISC, Thumb, and MIPS16. Variable-Length Instructions. 5. Computer Architecture and Multimedia Applications of High-Performance Computing. Multimedia Influences ��� Reinventing the CISC. Introduction to SIMD Processing. Streaming Extensions and the Development of SIMD Technology. Part III. Organization and Efficiency 6. Performance ��� Meaning and Metrics Progress and Computer Technology. The Performance of a Computer. Computer Metrics. Amdahl's Law. Benchmarks. SPEC. Averaging Metrics. 7. Processor Control The Generic Digital Processor. RISC Organization. Introduction to Pipelining. Branches and the Branch Penalty. Branch Prediction. Dynamic Branch Prediction. 8. Beyond RISC: Superscalar, VLIW, and Itanium Superscalar Architecture. Binary Translation. EPIC Architecture. Part IV. The System 9. Cache Memory and Virtual Memory Introduction to Cache Memory. Performance of Cache Memory. Cache Organization. Considerations in Cache Design. Virtual Memory and Memory Management. 10. Main Memory Introduction. Primary Memory. DRAM. The Read-Only Memory Family. New and Emerging Nonvolatile Technologies. 11. Secondary Storage Magnetic Disk Drives. Magnetism and Data Storage. Data Organization on Disk. Secure Memory and RAID Systems. Solid-State Disk Drives. Magnetic Tape. Optical Storage Technology 12. Input/Output Fundamental Principles of I/O. Data Transfer. I/O Strategy. Performance of I/O Systems. The Bus. Arbitrating for the Bus. The PCI and PCIe Buses. The SCSI and SAS Interfaces. Serial Interface Buses Part V. Processor-Level Parallelism 13. Processor-Level Parallelism Why Parallel Processing? Performance Revisited. Flynn's Taxonomy and Multiprocessor Topologies. Multiprocessor Topologies. Memory in Multiprocessor Systems. Multithreading. Multi-Core Processors. Parallel Programming.
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Springer Us Architecture and Design of Distributed Embedded Systems Ifip Wg103Wg104Wg105 International Workshop on Distributed and Parallel Embedded in Information and Communication Technology
Book SynopsisContent.- A Methodology for Complex Embedded Systems Design: Petri Nets within a UML Approach.- Efficient System Modeling for Complex Real-Time Industrial Networks using the ACCORD/UML Methodology.- Analog/Digital Co-Design.- A Design Methodology for Embedded Systems based on Multiple Processors.- An Architecture for Reliable Distributed Computer-Controlled Systems.- Generic Architecture Platform for Multiprocessor System-On-Chip Design.- JPURE A Purified Java Execution Environment for Controller Networks.- Optimizing Functional distribution in Complex System Design.- Customizing Software Toolkits for Embedded Systems-On-Chip.- Framework for System Design, Validation and Fast Prototyping of Multiprocessor System-On-Chip.- The Specification Language SpecC within the PARADISE Design Environment.- Real-Time Support for Online Controller Supervision and Optimisation.- A Product Family Approach to Graceful Degradation.- Environment Modelling in Closed Specifications of Embedded Systems.- Test Case Design for the Validation of Component-Based Embedded Systems.- Timing Constraints Validation using UPPAAL: Schedulability Analysis.- A New Dynamic Scheduling Algorithm for Real-Time Multiprocessor Systems.- Deriving Message Passing Protocols from Collective Behavior.- Java Real-Time Publish-Subscribe Middleware for Distributed Embedded Systems.- A Verified Hardware Synthesis of Esterel Programs.- EXPLORA Generic Design Space Exploration during Embedded System Synthesis.- Automatic Code Generation for Multirate Simulink Models with Support for the OSEK Real-Time Operating System.Table of ContentsPreface. Workshop Organisation. Session 1: Methodology I. A Methodology for Complex Embedded Systems Design: Petri Nets within a UML Approach; R. J. Machado, et al. Efficient System Modeling for Complex Real-Time Industrial Networks using the ACCORD/UML Methodology; S. Gérard, et al. Analog/Digital Co-Design; F. Heuschen, K. Waldschmidt. A Design Methodology for Embedded Systems based on Multiple Processors; L. Carro, et al. Session 2: Architecture. An Architecture for Reliable Distributed Computer-Controlled Systems; L. M. Pinho, F. Vasques. Generic Architecture Platform for Multiprocessor System-On-Chip Design; A. Baghdadi, et al. JPURE - A Purified Java Execution Environment for Controller Networks; D. Beuche, et al. Optimizing Functional distribution in Complex System Design; O. P. Dias, et al. Session 3: Design Environments. Customizing Software Toolkits for Embedded Systems-On-Chip; A. Halambi, et al. Framework for System Design, Validation and Fast Prototyping of Multiprocessor System-On-Chip; N. E. Zergainoh, et al. The Specification Language SpecC within the PARADISE Design Environment; A. Rettberg, et al. Session 4: Methodology II. Real-Time Support for Online Controller Supervision and Optimisation; M. Deppe, O. Oberschelp. A Product Family Approach to Graceful Degradation; W. Nace, P. Koopman. Environment Modelling in Closed Specifications of Embedded Systems; M. Katara, A. Luoma. Session 5: Test and Validation. Test Case Design for the Validation of Component-Based Embedded Systems; W. Fleisch. Timing Constraints Validation using UPPAAL: Schedulability Analysis; H. Sun. Session 6: Distribution andCommunication. A New Dynamic Scheduling Algorithm for Real-Time Multiprocessor Systems; Y. Qiao, et al. Deriving Message Passing Protocols from Collective Behavior; P. Kellomäki. Java Real-Time Publish-Subscribe Middleware for Distributed Embedded Systems; D. Kim, et al. Session 7: Synthesis. A Verified Hardware Synthesis of Esterel Programs; K. Schneider. EXPLORA&endash;Generic Design Space Exploration during Embedded System Synthesis; F. Cieslok, et al. Automatic Code Generation for Multirate Simulink Models with Support for the OSEK Real-Time Operating System; C. Homburg, et al.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Toward Solving Complex Human Problems
Book SynopsisThis book serves three basic purposes: (1) a tutorial-type reference for complex systems engineering (CSE) concepts and associated terminology, (2) a recommendation of a proposed methodology showing how the evolving practice of CSE can lead to a more unified theory, and (3) a complex systems (CSs) initiative for organizations to invest some of their resources toward helping to make the world a better place.A wide variety of technical practitionersâe.g., developers of new or improved systems (particularly systems engineers), program and project managers, associated staff/workers, funders and overseers, government executives, military officers, systems acquisition personnel, contract specialists, owners of large and small businesses, professional society members, and CS researchersâmay be interested in further exploring these topics.Readers will learn more about CS characteristics and behaviors and CSE principles and will therefore be able to focus on techniques that will better serve them in their everyday work environments in dealing with complexity. The fundamental observation is that many systems inherently involve a deeper complexity because stakeholders are engaged in the enterprise. This means that such CSs are more difficult to invent, create, or improve upon because no one can be in total control since people cannot be completely controlled. Therefore, one needs to concentrate on trying to influence progress, then wait a suitable amount of time to see what happens, iterating as necessary. With just three chapters in this book, it seems to make sense to provide a tutorial introduction that readers can peruse only as necessary, considering their background and understanding, then a chapter laying out the suggested artifacts and methodology, followed by a chapter emphasizing worthwhile areas of application.Table of Contents1. Introduction — A Tutorial of Sorts 2. Evolution of Practice — Theory of Complex Adaptive Systems Engineering 3. Leading Change Management to Address Complex World Issues
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Toward Solving Complex Human Problems
Book SynopsisThis book serves three basic purposes: (1) a tutorial-type reference for complex systems engineering (CSE) concepts and associated terminology, (2) a recommendation of a proposed methodology showing how the evolving practice of CSE can lead to a more unified theory, and (3) a complex systems (CSs) initiative for organizations to invest some of their resources toward helping to make the world a better place.A wide variety of technical practitionersâe.g., developers of new or improved systems (particularly systems engineers), program and project managers, associated staff/workers, funders and overseers, government executives, military officers, systems acquisition personnel, contract specialists, owners of large and small businesses, professional society members, and CS researchersâmay be interested in further exploring these topics.Readers will learn more about CS characteristics and behaviors and CSE principles and will therefore be able to focus on techniques that will better serve them in their everyday work environments in dealing with complexity. The fundamental observation is that many systems inherently involve a deeper complexity because stakeholders are engaged in the enterprise. This means that such CSs are more difficult to invent, create, or improve upon because no one can be in total control since people cannot be completely controlled. Therefore, one needs to concentrate on trying to influence progress, then wait a suitable amount of time to see what happens, iterating as necessary. With just three chapters in this book, it seems to make sense to provide a tutorial introduction that readers can peruse only as necessary, considering their background and understanding, then a chapter laying out the suggested artifacts and methodology, followed by a chapter emphasizing worthwhile areas of application.Table of Contents1. Introduction — A Tutorial of Sorts 2. Evolution of Practice — Theory of Complex Adaptive Systems Engineering 3. Leading Change Management to Address Complex World Issues
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Blockchain for Healthcare Systems
Book SynopsisBlockchain for Healthcare Systems: Challenges, Privacy, and Securing of Data provides a detailed insight on how to reap the benefits of blockchain technology in healthcare, as the healthcare sector faces several challenges associated with privacy and security issues. It also provides in-depth knowledge regarding blockchain in healthcare and the underlying components.This book explores securing healthcare data using blockchain technology. It discusses challenges and solutions for blockchain technology in the healthcare sector and presents the digital transformation of the healthcare sector using different technologies. It covers the handling of healthcare data/medical records and managing the medical supply chain all using blockchain technology.The contents of this book are highly beneficial to educators, researchers, and others working in a similar domain.Table of Contents1. Blockchain Technology : A Strategic Resource. 2. Blockchain Technology and its applications in Healthcare Sector. 3. An Overview of Blockchain Technology Concepts from a Modern Perspective. 4. Blockchain Technology- A panacea of medical distribution aliments. 5. Digital Transformation in Healthcare: Innovation And Technologies. 6. Modernizing the Health Insurance Industry using Blockchain and Smart Contracts. 7. Blockchain Technology Applications for Improving Quality of Electronic Healthcare System. 8. Computing Techniques for Securing Healthcare Data with Blockchain Technology. 9. Blockchain based solutions for COVID-19, Challenges, Advantages and Applications. 10. Managing medical supply chain using blockchain technology. 11. Sustainable and Effective Blockchain based Solutions for the Security and Privacy of Healthcare Data. 12. Security and Privacy Concerns for Blockchain while Handling Healthcare Data. 13. Blockchain Technology in Medical Data Management and Protection in India: The Law in the Making.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Healthcare Systems and Health Informatics
Book SynopsisThis book covers the fundamentals of IoT and healthcare systems for carrying out system architectures, protocols, wearable devices, and interoperability. It explores major challenges in artificial intelligence (AI) and smart computing in resource-constrained IoT-based applications along with cost, energy efficiency, and the availability of quality service.Healthcare Systems and Health Informatics: Using Internet of Things explores the role of AI and smart computing in health informatics and healthcare with an emphasis on clinical data management and analysis for precise prediction and prompt action. It presents cutting-edge tracking, monitoring, real-time assistance, and security for IoT in healthcare and broadly discusses wearable sensors and IoT devices and their role in smart living assistance. The book goes on to describe a system model and architecture for a clear picture of energy conservationbased IoT in healthcare and explains the challenges and opportunTable of ContentsUnit 1: Introduction to IoT-Based Healthcare Devices 1. Internet of Things: A Smart Technology for Healthcare Industries 2. IoT Devices for Measuring Pulse Rates and ECG Signals Unit 2: IoT-Based Systems for Healthcare Sector: AI and Smart Computing 3. Machine Learning and Deep Learning in IoT-Based Healthcare Support Systems 4. An IoT-Based Smart Environment for Sustainable Healthcare Management Systems 5. Predictive Model for Brain Tumour Detection Based on IoT MRI Scan 6. A Comparative Analysis of Parametric and Non-Parametric Video Object Segmentation Methods for IoT and Other Applications Areas 7. IoMT-Based Computational Approach for Semantic Segmentation of Brain Tumour MRI Images Unit 3: IoT-Based Systems for Healthcare Industries: Opportunities and Challenges 8. Internet of Medical Things: Smart Healthcare Monitoring Systems and Their Potential Implementations 9. How Artificial Intelligence and IoT Are Facing Covid-19: An Overview 10. IoT-Based Healthcare Monitoring Practices during Covid-19: Prospects and Approaches 11. Impact of IoT-Based Urban Agriculture on Healthcare: Smart Farms for Homes 12. Identification of Heavy Drinking by Using IoT Devices and Artificial Intelligence Unit 4: Security and Privacy in IoT-Based Systems for Healthcare Sector 13. Cyber Security for Handling Threats in Healthcare Devices 14. Security Challenges and Solutions for Healthcare in the Internet of Things
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Taylor & Francis Ltd ProblemSolving
Book SynopsisProblem-solving and better thinking skills are among the top skills that employers are looking for. This book presents various methods of problem-solving that can be adapted to any field. It focuses on a set of a dozen new approaches with an ending result to finding better solutions to problems that you may have previously found difficult. The book discusses problem-solving based upon new thinking skills and presents the relationship between problem-solving and creativity. A connection between problem-solving and re-engineering is presented as the book explores the ability to tackle new and difficult problems in all aspects of life. It points you in the direction of how to easily find better solutions to problems that previously were found to be difficult. Target audience is general engineers, systems engineers, scientists, technologists, mathematicians, and lawyers. Table of Contents1. The Nature of Problem-Solving. 2. Thinking as a Corporate Culture. 3. The Power of the Idea. 4. Approaches to Problem Solving. 5. Think Tanks and Non-Profits. 6. Specific Problems and their Solutions. 7. Great Problem Solvers. 8. Artificial Intelligence (AI). 9. Group Problem-Solving. 10. Miscellany. 11. Summary.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Robust Cooperative Control of MultiAgent Systems A Prediction and Observation Prospective
Book SynopsisThis book presents a concise introduction to the latest advances in robust cooperative control design for multi-agent systems with input delay and external disturbances, especially from a prediction and observation perspective. The volume covers a wide range of applications, such as the trajectory tracking of quadrotors, formation flying of multiple unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and fixed-time formation of ground vehicles.Robust cooperative control means that multi-agent systems are able to achieve specified control tasks while remaining robust in the face of both parametric and nonparametric model uncertainties. In addition, the authors cover a wide range of key issues in cooperative control, such as communication and input delays, parametric model uncertainties and external disturbances. Moving beyond the scope of existing works, a systematic prediction and observation approach to designing robust cooperative control laws is presented.About the AuthorsChuTable of Contents1. Introduction and Mathematical Background 2. Stabilization of Single Systems with Input Delay: Prediction and Observation 3. Robust Consensus Control for Uncertian Linear Multi-Agent Systems with Input Delay 4. H∞ Consensus Control of Linear Multi-Agent Systems with Input Delay 5. Consensus Control of Nonlinear Multi-Agent Systems with Input Delay 6. Consensus Disturbance Rejection for Lipschitz Nonlinear MASs with Input Delay: A Predictor Feedback Approach 7. Consensus Disturbance Rejection for Lipschitz Nonlinear MASs with Input Delay: A Predictive Observation Approach 8. Formation Control with Disturbance Rejection for a Class of Lipschitz Nonlinear Systems 9. Fixed-Time Formation Control of Input-Delayed Multi-Agent Systems: Design and Experiments 10. Cascade Structure Predictive Observer Design for Consensus Control with Applications to UAVs Formation Flying
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Robust Cooperative Control of MultiAgent Systems
Book SynopsisThis book presents a concise introduction to the latest advances in robust cooperative control design for multi-agent systems with input delay and external disturbances, especially from a prediction and observation perspective. The volume covers a wide range of applications, such as the trajectory tracking of quadrotors, formation flying of multiple unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and fixed-time formation of ground vehicles.Robust cooperative control means that multi-agent systems are able to achieve specified control tasks while remaining robust in the face of both parametric and nonparametric model uncertainties. In addition, the authors cover a wide range of key issues in cooperative control, such as communication and input delays, parametric model uncertainties and external disturbances. Moving beyond the scope of existing works, a systematic prediction and observation approach to designing robust cooperative control laws is presented.About the AuthorsChuTable of Contents1. Introduction and Mathematical Background 2. Stabilization of Single Systems with Input Delay: Prediction and Observation 3. Robust Consensus Control for Uncertian Linear Multi-Agent Systems with Input Delay 4. H∞ Consensus Control of Linear Multi-Agent Systems with Input Delay 5. Consensus Control of Nonlinear Multi-Agent Systems with Input Delay 6. Consensus Disturbance Rejection for Lipschitz Nonlinear MASs with Input Delay: A Predictor Feedback Approach 7. Consensus Disturbance Rejection for Lipschitz Nonlinear MASs with Input Delay: A Predictive Observation Approach 8. Formation Control with Disturbance Rejection for a Class of Lipschitz Nonlinear Systems 9. Fixed-Time Formation Control of Input-Delayed Multi-Agent Systems: Design and Experiments 10. Cascade Structure Predictive Observer Design for Consensus Control with Applications to UAVs Formation Flying
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Decision Making in Risk Management
Book SynopsisProject risk management is regarded as a necessary dimension of effective project delivery. Current practices tend to focus on tangible issues such as late delivery of equipment or the implications of technology. This book introduces a framework to identify emergent behavior-centric intangible risks and the conditions that initiate them.Decision Making in Risk Management: Quantifying Intangible Risk Factors in Projects identifies the quantitative measures to assess behavior-induced risks by presenting a framework that limits the interpersonal tension of addressing behavioral risks. Included in the book is an illustrative case study from the oil and gas sector that demonstrates the use of the framework. The missing dimension of behavior-centric intangible risk factors in current risk identification is explored. The book goes on to cover management processes, providing a systematic analytical approach to mitigate subjectivity when addressing behavioral risks in prTable of Contents1. Introduction. 2. Setting the Context. 3. Systems, Networks, and Metanetwork Analysis. 4. Intangible Risk Assessment Methodology for Projects. 5. Metanetwork Analysis and Measures. 6. Putting It All Together. 7. Conclusions and Looking Forward.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Decision Making in Risk Management
Book SynopsisProject risk management is regarded as a necessary dimension of effective project delivery. Current practices tend to focus on tangible issues such as late delivery of equipment or the implications of technology. This book introduces a framework to identify emergent behavior-centric intangible risks and the conditions that initiate them.Decision Making in Risk Management: Quantifying Intangible Risk Factors in Projects identifies the quantitative measures to assess behavior-induced risks by presenting a framework that limits the interpersonal tension of addressing behavioral risks. Included in the book is an illustrative case study from the oil and gas sector that demonstrates the use of the framework. The missing dimension of behavior-centric intangible risk factors in current risk identification is explored. The book goes on to cover management processes, providing a systematic analytical approach to mitigate subjectivity when addressing behavioral risks in prTable of Contents1. Introduction. 2. Setting the Context. 3. Systems, Networks, and Metanetwork Analysis. 4. Intangible Risk Assessment Methodology for Projects. 5. Metanetwork Analysis and Measures. 6. Putting It All Together. 7. Conclusions and Looking Forward.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Mathematical Modeling and Soft Computing in Epidemiology
Book SynopsisThis book describes the uses of different mathematical modeling and soft computing techniques used in epidemiology for experiential research in projects such as how infectious diseases progress to show the likely outcome of an epidemic, and to contribute to public health interventions.This book covers mathematical modeling and soft computing techniques used to study the spread of diseases, predict the future course of an outbreak, and evaluate epidemic control strategies. This book explores the applications covering numerical and analytical solutions, presents basic and advanced concepts for beginners and industry professionals, and incorporates the latest methodologies and challenges using mathematical modeling and soft computing techniques in epidemiology.Primary users of this book include researchers, academicians, postgraduate students, and specialists. Table of Contents1. Evolutionary Modelling of Dengue Fever with Incubation Period of Virus 2. Fuzzy-Genetic Approach to Epidemiology 3. Role of Mathematical Models in Physiology and Pathology 4. Machine-Learned Regression Assessment of the HIV Epidemiological Development in Asian Region 5. Mathematical Modeling to Find the Potential Number of Ways to Distribute Certain Things to Certain Places in Medical Field6. Fractional SIRI Model with Delay in Context of the Generalized Liouville-Caputo Fractional Derivative 7. Optimal Control of a Nipah Virus Transmission Model 8. Application of Eternal Domination in Epidemiology 9. Numerical Analysis of Coupled Time-Fractional Differential Equations Arising in Epidemiological Models 10. Balancing of Nitrogen Mass Cycle for Healthy Living Using Mathematical Model 11. Neutralizing of Nitrogen when the Changes of Nitrogen Content Is Rapid 12. Application of Blockchain Technology in Hospital Information System 13. Complexity Analysis of Pathogenesis of Coronavirus Epidemiology Spread in the China Region 14. A Mathematical Fractional Model to Study the Hepatitis B Virus Infection 15. Nonlinear Dynamics of SARS-CoV2 Virus: India and Its Government Policy 16. Ethical and Professional Issues in Epidemiology 17. Cloud Virtual Image Security for Medical Data Processing 18. Medical Data Security Using Blockchain and Machine Learning Techniques in Cloud Computing 19. Mathematical Model to Avoid Delay Wound Healing by Infinite Element Method 20. Data Classification Framework for Medical Data through Machine Learning Techniques in Cloud ComputingIndex
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Springer Component Models and Systems for Grid Applications Proceedings of the Workshop on Component Models and Systems for Grid Applications Held June 26 2004 in Saint Malo France Coregrid
Book SynopsisApplication-Oriented Designs.- Building Applications from a Web Service based Component Architecture.- Components for High-Performance Grid Programming in Grid.IT.- Towards Building a Generic Grid Services Platform: A Component-Oriented Approach.- A Solution for Adapting Legacy Code as Web Services.- Middleware Architecture.- A Graphical Modeling Environment for the Generation of Workflows for the Globus Toolkit.- On Hierarchical, Parallel, and Distributed Components for Grid Programming.- ICENI: An Integrated Grid Middleware to Support E-Science.- An Architecture for a Portable Grid-Enabled Engine.- Communication Frameworks.- Dynamic Adaptation of Parallel Codes: Toward Self-Adaptable Components for the Grid.- HOCS:Higher-Order Components for Grids.- The Component Architecture of Open MPI: Enabling Third-Party Collective Algorithms*.Table of ContentsApplication-Oriented Designs.- Building Applications from a Web Service based Component Architecture.- Components for High-Performance Grid Programming in Grid.IT.- Towards Building a Generic Grid Services Platform: A Component-Oriented Approach.- A Solution for Adapting Legacy Code as Web Services.- Middleware Architecture.- A Graphical Modeling Environment for the Generation of Workflows for the Globus Toolkit.- On Hierarchical, Parallel, and Distributed Components for Grid Programming.- ICENI: An Integrated Grid Middleware to Support E-Science.- An Architecture for a Portable Grid-Enabled Engine.- Communication Frameworks.- Dynamic Adaptation of Parallel Codes: Toward Self-Adaptable Components for the Grid.- HOCS:Higher-Order Components for Grids.- The Component Architecture of Open MPI: Enabling Third-Party Collective Algorithms*.
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Springer Integrated Research in GRID Computing CoreGRID Integration Workshop 2005 Selected Papers November 2830 Pisa Italy
Book SynopsisData Integration and Query Reformulation in Service-Based Grids.- Towards a Common Deployment Model for Grid Systems.- Towards Automatic Creation of Web Services for Grid Component Composition.- Adaptable Parallel Components for Grid Programming.- Skeleton Parallel Programming and Parallel Objects.- Towards the Automatic Mapping of Assist Applications for the Grid.- An Abstract Schema Modeling Adaptivity Management.- A Feedback-Based Approach to Reduce Duplicate Messages in Unstructured Peer-To-Peer Networks.- Fault-Injection and Dependability Benchmarking for Grid Computing Middleware.- User Management for Virtual Organizations.- On the Integration of Passive and Active Network Monitoring in Grid Systems.- Sensor Oriented Grid Monitoring Infrastructures for Adaptive Multi-Criteria Resource Management Strategies.- Towards Semantics-Based Resource Discovery for the Grid.- Scheduling Workflows with Budget Constraints.- Integration of ISS into the Viola Meta-Scheduling Environment.- MultiTrade ReviewFrom the reviews: "This is a collection of most significant papers presented at the CoreGRID Integration Workshop 2005 … . The material is suitable for advanced seminars and researchers … ." (Tudor Balanescu, Zentralblatt MATH, Vol. 1116 (18), 2007)Table of ContentsForeword.- Data Integration and Query Reformulation in Service-Based Grids.- Towards a Common Deployment Model for Grid Systems.- Towards Automatic Creation of Web Services for Grid Component Composition.- Adaptable Parallel Components for Grid Programming.- Skeleton Parallel Programming and Parallel Objects.- Towards the Automatic Mapping of ASSIST Applications for the Grid.- An Abstract Schema Modeling Adaptivity Management.- A Feedback-Based Approach.- Fault-Injection and Dependability Benchmarking.- User Managemetn for Virtual Organizations.- On the Integration of Passive and Active Netowork Monitoring in Grid Systems.- New Grid Monitoring Infrastructures.- Towards Semantics-Based Resource Discovery for the Grid.- Scheduling Workflows with Budget Constraints.- Integration of ISS into the VIOLA Meta-Scheduling Environment.- Multi-Criteria Grid Resource Management Using Performance Prediction.- A Proposal for a Generic Grid Scheduling Architecture.- GRID Superscalar Enabled P-GRADE Portal.- Redesigning the SEGL PSE: A Case Study of Using Mediator Components.- Synthetic Grid Workloads with Ibis, KOALA, and GrenchMark.- Author Index.
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Springer Lean Business Systems and Beyond
Book SynopsisLean Production Systems for Dynamic Marketplaces.- A Basic Study of Auction-based Planning and Scheduling for Cell Manufacturing.- Sizing of Heijunka-controlled Production Systems with Unreliable Production Processes.- A New Approach for Finite Capacity Planning in MRP Environment.- Preemptive Jobs Scheduling on Parallel Machines with Setup Times and Renewable Resources.- Dynamic Production Management Architecture Considering Preparative Operation.- Planning and Balancing of Disassembly Systems.- Demand Planning & Control Handling Multiple Perspectives Through a Holistic Approach to Hierarchical Planning.- Review of an ERP System Supporting Lean Manufacturing.- Orders Loading and Release in Flow Shops including Outsourcing Networks.- A Service Oriented Architecture to Support Industrial Information Systems.- Development of Promise Data Structure.- Streamlining Asset Maintenance throughout Analysis of its Usage Data.- Development of an Information-interoperable Environment Based on OpeTable of ContentsLean Production Systems for Dynamic Marketplaces.- A Basic Study of Auction-based Planning and Scheduling for Cell Manufacturing.- Sizing of Heijunka-controlled Production Systems with Unreliable Production Processes.- A New Approach for Finite Capacity Planning in MRP Environment.- Preemptive Jobs Scheduling on Parallel Machines with Setup Times and Renewable Resources.- Dynamic Production Management Architecture Considering Preparative Operation.- Planning and Balancing of Disassembly Systems.- Demand Planning & Control – Handling Multiple Perspectives Through a Holistic Approach to Hierarchical Planning.- Review of an ERP System Supporting Lean Manufacturing.- Orders Loading and Release in Flow Shops including Outsourcing Networks.- A Service Oriented Architecture to Support Industrial Information Systems.- Development of Promise Data Structure.- Streamlining Asset Maintenance throughout Analysis of its Usage Data.- Development of an Information-interoperable Environment Based on Open Technologies for Lean Production Systems.- The Operations Excellence Audit Sheet.- Comparing Performance Measures for the Trade Off of Flow Time and Throughput in Complex Manufacturing Systems.- A Method for Measuring Operational and Financial Performance of a Production Value Stream.- Reference Models for Mass Customisation Production of High Fashionable Products: Application to the Shoe Manufacturing Domain.- Lean Manufacturing Systems Optimisation Supported by Metamodelling.- Integration of Factory Planning and ERP/MES Systems: Adaptive Simulation Models.- Using Simulation-Generated Operating Characteristics Curves for Manufacturing Improvement.- Experimental Exploration of Decision Making in Production-inventory System.- Building a Reference Model for the PLM Processes in Engineering and Contracting Sector.- Integration in Manufacturing Systems.- Which Manufacturing Logistics Decisions are Supported by Operational Research? A Literature Survey.- The Selected Problems of Lean Manufacturing Implementation in Mexican SMEs.- Experiences with Lean Management.- Implementing Lean Manufacturing in High-mix Production Environment.- Implementing Lean Management in the Romanian Industry.- Lean Transformation of Multinational Concerns.- Orchestrating Lean Implementation.- Set-up Reduction for Lean Cells and Multi-Machine Situations.- Lean and Self Directed Teamwork-Differences, Difficulties and Future Developments – A Case Study.- Bridging Production Process with Sales and Distribution.- Gathering Production Processes of Services and Goods: Towards the Mixed Enterprise.- A Lifecycle Simulation Framework for Production Systems.- From Order to Delivery: An Integrated Process Approach for Customer Satisfaction.- Lean Information Processing in the Specification Process.- Value Chains.- Exploring Competitive Advantage through Lean Implementation in the Aerospace Supply Chain.- Intercultural Communication Management and Lean Global Supply Chains.- Building Global Workflow From The Scratch.- Review of After-Sales Service Concepts.- Reducing Turbulences in Industrial Supply Chains.- Improving Performance of Supply Chains by Leveraged Hard Solutions and Business Cultures.- Architectural Frameworks for Business Information System Analysis and Design.- The Lea®n Extended Enterprise.- Modelling Demand-driven Chain Networks using Multiple CODPs.- Critical Aspects of Information and Communication Technology in Vendor Managed Inventory.- Hybrid Modeling Approach for Supply-Chain Simulation.- Concept for Quality Control Management Services in Distributed Design Networks – Conceptual Paper.- Improving Service Processes.- Need to Develop Best Practices for Business Related Services (BRS).- Lean Healthcare. An Experience in Italy.- Working Time Configuration in Hospitals Using Personnel-oriented Simulation.
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