Technology, Engineering & Agriculture Books

Book SynopsisEducators, are you ready to meet the challenge of cultivating the next generation of engineers in a post-COVID-19 context? Current engineering student cohorts are unique to their predecessors: they are more diverse and have experienced unprecedented disruption to their education due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They will also play a more significant role in contributing to global sustainability efforts. Innovating engineering education is of vital importance for preparing students to confront societyâs most significant sustainability issues: our future depends on it. Advancing Engineering Education Beyond COVID: A Guide for Educators offers invaluable insights on topics such as implementing active-learning activities in hybrid modes; developing effective and engaging online resources; creating psychologically safe learning environments that support academic achievement and mental health; and embedding sustainability within engineering education. Studentsâ own perspectives of online learning are also incorporated, with the inclusion of a chapter authored by undergraduate engineering students. This book consolidates the expertise of leading authorities within engineering education, providing an essential resource for educators responsible for shaping the next generation of engineers in a post-COVID-19 world.

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Book SynopsisEnteric pathogenic viruses are a major challenge in public health, as they represent a major concern with a severe global impact to the economy, commerce, and health systems. Consequently, their active monitoring can allow preventive surveillance and the discovery of new viruses, exemplifying an important epidemiological and health control tool.In an unprecedented way, this book addresses the general characteristics of enteric viruses and their environmental transmission, with a particular emphasis on their structures, stability, routes of transmission and the use of bioindicators for epidemiological monitoring and control. In addition, this book will also address the recent developments for viral concentration and detection in environmental and food samples and the challenges for the control of environmental and food viruses to reduce microbiological risk for final consumers.

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Book SynopsisBecause of their novel chemical and physical properties, functional nanomaterials have found increasing industrial applications in nanoelectronics, energy science, and biological applications. Functional Nanomaterials for Sensors surveys advances in functional nanomaterials and their use in sensing. It covers their properties, synthesis, design, fabrication, and their applications, including in chemical, biological, and gas sensing, environmental remediation, fuel cells, catalysis, electronic devices, and biotechnology. â Describes how nanomaterial functionalization is being used to create more effective sensors. â Discusses various synthesis procedures, characterization techniques, and which nanomaterials should be used for sensing applications. â Provides an in-depth look into oxide nanostructures, carbon nanostructures, and 2D material fabrication. â Explores the challenges of using nanoscale sensors for large-scale industrial applications. This book is aimed at materials, chemical, biotech, and electronics researchers and industry professionals working on sensor design and development.

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Book SynopsisA well-rounded and articulate examination of polymer properties at the molecular level, this book focuses on fundamental principles based on underlying chemical structures, polymer synthesis, characterization, and properties.Table of ContentsIntroduction to Chain Molecules. Step-Growth Polymerization. Chain-Growth Polymerization. Controlled Polymerization. Copolymers, Microstructure, and Stereoregularity. Polymer Conformations. Thermodynamics of Polymer Mixtures. Light Scattering by Polymer Solutions. Dynamics of Dilute Polymer Solutions. Networks, Gels, and Rubber Elasticity. Linear Viscoelasticity. Glass Transition. Crystalline Polymers. Apendix.

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Book SynopsisThe text comprehensively discusses the essentials of the Internet of Things (IoT), machine learning algorithms, industrial and medical IoT, robotics, data analytics tools, and technologies for smart cities. It further covers fundamental concepts, advanced tools, and techniques, along with the concept of energy-efficient systems. It also highlights software and hardware interfacing into the IoT platforms and systems for better understanding. It will serve as an ideal reference text for senior undergraduate, graduate students, and academic researchers in the fields of electrical engineering, electronics and communication engineering, and computer engineering. Features: Covers cognitive Internet of Things and emerging network, IoT in robotics, smart cities, and health care Discusses major issues in the field of the IoTsuch as scalable and secure issues, energy-efficient, and actuator devices Highlights the importance of Table of ContentsChapter 1 Cyber Security Control Systems for Operational TechnologyS.SRIRAM Chapter 2 Cyber Security Ecosystem and Essentials for Modern Technology World Dr.S.S. Aravinth, K.Venkata Rama Bhagavath, Kothalanka kavyasri, Dr.J. Senthilkumar Chapter 3 Smart Manufacturing in Industry 4.0 using Computional IntelligenceDr G REVATHY, Dr K SELVAKUMAR Chapter 4 Heterogeneous Data Management in IoT based Healthcare Systems Geetanjali Kale, Kalyani Waghmare Chapter 5 Comparative study on SMS spams message detection with different machine learning methods for safety communicationN.Krishnamoorthy, Suresh Muthusamy, Seyedali Mirjalili, M.Vignesh, R.Vishnuhari, S.K.Sanjeev Raja Chapter 6 An Optimal More Than One Stage (MTOS) Authentication Model to ensure the Security in Cloud ComputingN.Krishnamoorthy, Suresh Muthusamy, K.Nirmala Devi, Seyedali Mirjalili, Essam H.Houssein, Hitesh Panchal Chapter 7 Robotic Harvesters for Strawberry and AppleAman Mahore, Abhishek Patel, Mohit Kumar, Rohit Nalawade, Kanupriya Choudhary Chapter 8 Scalability and Security Requirements for the Internet of Thing ArchitectureDr.P. Deivendran, Dr. S.Ilaiyaraja, Dr. S. Selvakanmani, Dr. K. S. Raghuram, Chapter 9 Applying Fuzzy Logics to Detect Reliable Sensors on IOTDr.M.S.Nidhya, Dr.M.Prasad, Dr.MD.Javeed Ahamed, Dr.Shaik.Bajidvali Chapter 10 Data analytics techniques and tools in smart city applicationsP.Velmurugan, M.Varsha, A.Kannagi, K. Velusamy Chapter 11 Machine learning algorithms for IoT applications Dr. R. Kavitha, Adlin Jebakumari S, Dr. K. Saravanan, K Velusamy Chapter 12 Application of IoT in smart citiesShubhangi P Chapter 13 Novel Vocal Bio maker based Biosignal Acquisition, Analysis and Diagnosis systemArchana Ratnaparkhi, Gauri Ghule, Pallavi Deshpande, Rohini Chavan, Shraddha Habbu Chapter 14 Leveraging Health Care Industry through Medical IoT- its Implementation and case studies within IndiaMr.Mohamed ABuBasim, Dr.SKaliappan, Dr.V.Shanmugasundaram , Dr.Muthukumar.S Chapter 15 Energy Efficuent Archtectures for IoT ApplicationsDr. Smrity Dwivedi, Chapter 16 Exploring Robotics Technology for Healthcare ApplicationsSwagat Kumar Samantaray Chapter 17 Design Principles, Modernization and techniques in Artificial Intelligence for IoT: Advance Technologies, Development and ChallengesP Radhika Ravi, Dr. S.Sarumathi, Ravi Ramaswamy

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Book SynopsisThis book is a hands-on single-source reference of tools, techniques, and processes integrating both Lean and Six Sigma. This comprehensive handbook provides up-to-date guidance on how to use these tools and processes in different settings, such as start-up companies and stalled projects, as well as establish enterprises where the ongoing drive is to improve processes, profitability, and long-term growth. It contains the hard Six Sigma approach as well as the flexible approach of FIT SIGMA, which is adaptable to manufacturing and service industries and also public sector organisations. You will also discover how climate change initiatives can be accelerated to sustainable outcomes by the holistic approach of Green Six Sigma. The book is about what we can do now with leadership, training, and teamwork in every sphere of our businesses. Lean, originally developed by Toyota, is a set of processes and tools aimed at minimising wastes. Six Sigma provides a set of datTable of ContentsPart 1: Foundations of Six Sigma and Lean Chapter 1: Quality and Operations Excellence Chapter 2: Evolution of Six Sigma, Lean Sigma and Green Six Sigma Chapter 3: More of Green Six Sigma Chapter 4: Green Six Sigma Projects Management using DMAICS Chapter 5: The Scope of Green Six Sigma Tools and Techniques Chapter 6: Green Six Sigma and Digital Revolution Chapter 7: Green Six Sigma in Manufacturing, Services and Projects Part 2: Tools for Green Six Sigma Chapter 8: Tools for Definition Chapter 9: Tools for Measurement Chapter 10: Tools for Analysis Chapter 11: Tools for Improvement Chapter 12: Tools for Control Chapter 13: Tools for Sustain Part 3: Techniques for Green Six Sigma Chapter 14: Quantitative Techniques Chapter 15: Qualitative Techniques Part 4: Green Six Sigma and Climate Change Chapter 16: Climate Change Challenges Chapter 17: International and National Climate Change Initiatives Chapter 18: Green Six Sigma and Clean Energy Chapter 19: Green Six Sigma and Green Supply Chain Chapter 20: Green Six Sigma and Green Transport Chapter 21: Green Six Sigma and Retrofitting Buildings Chapter 22: Green Six Sigma and Climate Adaptation Part 5: Implementation of Green Six Sigma Chapter 23: Case Studies Chapter 24: Making It Happen Chapter 25: Afterword

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Book SynopsisIn the age of global climate change, society will require cities that are environmentally self-sufficient, able to withstand various environmental problems and recover quickly. It is interesting to note that many smart solutions for cities are leading to an unsustainable future, including further electrification, an increased dependence on the Internet, Internet of Things, Big Data, and Artificial Intelligence, and basically any technology that leads us to consume more electricity. This book examines critical topics in Smart Cities such as true sustainability and the resilience required for all cities. It explores sustainability issues in agriculture and the role of agri-technology for a sustainable future, including a city's ability to locally produce food for its residents. Features: Discusses safety, security, data management, and privacy issues in Smart Cities Examines the various emerging forms of transportation infrastructure and new vehiTable of ContentsPart I: Smart Urban Development, Sustainability and Resilience. Chapter 1. Sustainable Urbanization: Why We Have to Change: Toward Justice and Lifestyles That Respect the Planet and Its Inhabitants. Chapter 2. The Interaction Between Resilience and Intelligence of Cities. Part II: Food Security and Smart Urban Agriculture. Chapter 3. Nurturing Clever Cities: The Intersection Between Urban Agriculture and Smart Technologies. Chapter 4. Sustainable Food: The Role of Digital Agritechnology. Part III: Smart City, Built Environment and Data Privacy. Chapter 5. Is This Architecture Sustainable? Operational Energy Efficiency and The Pursuit of Behavioral Change Through Building Operation. Chapter 6. Alphabet is Here to ‘Fix’ Toronto: Algorithmic Governance in Sidewalk Labs’ Smart City. Chapter 7. Future Transport and Logistics in Smart Cities: Safety and Privacy.

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Book SynopsisExisting structures represent a heterogeneous category in the global built environment as often characterized by the presence of archaic materials, damage and disconnections, uncommon construction techniques and subsequent interventions throughout the building history. In this scenario, the common linear elastic analysis approach adopted for new buildings is incapable of an accurate estimation of structural capacity, leading to overconservative results, invasive structural strengthening, added intervention costs, excessive interference to building users and possible losses in terms of aesthetics or heritage values. For a rational and sustainable use of the resources, this book deals with advanced numerical simulations, adopting a practical approach to introduce the fundamentals of Finite Element Method, nonlinear solution procedures and constitutive material models. Recommended material properties for masonry, timber, reinforced concrete, iron and steel are discussed according to exTable of Contents1. Fundamentals of the Finite Element Method. 2. Nonlinear Structural Analysis. 3. Constitutive Models. 4. Recommended Properties for Advanced Numerical Analysis. 5. Guidelines for Practical Use of Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis.

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Book SynopsisHeating and Cooling with Ground-Source Heat Pumps in Cold and Moderate Climates: Fundamentals and Basic Concepts covers fundamentals and design principles of vertical and horizontal indirect and direct expansion closed-loop, as well as ground and surface-water ground-source heat pump systems. It explains the thermodynamic aspects of mechanical and thermochemical compression cycles of geothermal heat pumps, and describes the energetic, economic, and environmental aspects associated with the use of ground-source heat pump systems for heating and cooling residential and commercial/institutional buildings in moderate and cold climates. Based on the author's more than 30 years of technical experience Focuses on ground-source heat pump technologies that can be successfully applied in moderate and cold climates Discusses technical aspects as well as the most common and uncommon application fields of basic system configurations This work is aimed at designers of HVAC systems, as well as geological, mechanical, and chemical engineers implementing environmentally-friendly heating and cooling technologies for buildings.

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Book SynopsisImage processing and machine learning are used in conjunction to analyze and understand images. Where image processing is used to pre-process images using techniques such as filtering, segmentation, and feature extraction, machine learning algorithms are used to interpret the processed data through classification, clustering, and object detection. This book serves as a textbook for students and instructors of image processing, covering the theoretical foundations and practical applications of some of the most prevalent image processing methods and approaches.Divided into two volumes, this first installment explores the fundamental concepts and techniques in image processing, starting with pixel operations and their properties and exploring spatial filtering, edge detection, image segmentation, corner detection, and geometric transformations. It provides a solid foundation for readers interested in understanding the core principles and practical applications of image prTable of ContentsPreface Volume 1. 1. Pixel Operations. 2. Spatial Filtering. 3. Edge Detection. 4. Segmentation and Processing of Binary Images. 5. Corner Detection. 6. Line Detection. Index.

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive volume provides current, state-of-the-art information on specialty polymers that can be used for many advanced applications. The book covers the fundamentals of specialty polymers, synthetic approaches, and chemistries to modify their properties to meet the requirements for special applications, along with current challenges and prospects. Chapters are written by global experts, making this a suitable textbook for students and a one-stop resource for researchers and industry professionals. Key Features: - Presents synthesis, characterization, and applications of specialty polymers for advanced applications. - Provides fundamentals and requirements for polymers to be used in many advanced and emerging areas. - Details novel methods and advanced technologies used in polymer industries. - Covers the state-of-the-art progress on specialty polymers for a range of advanced applications.

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Book SynopsisThis book compiles proven strategies and information on civil engineering education and the skills necessary for successful practice of civil engineering such as critical thinking, design thinking, leadership, and communication skills. It also addresses other relevant topics including professional ethics, global perspectives, assessment, recruitment, retention, and more. It is designed so that each chapter can be used separately or in combination with other chapters to help enhance and foster student learning as well as development of skills required for engineering practice.Features Includes overviews of successful academic approaches for each topic including implementation examples in every chapter Explains how assessment and the resulting data can be used for holistic evaluation and improvement of student learning Addresses the complexities of moral and professional ethics in engineering H

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Book SynopsisFuture farm managers need a range of tools and knowledge to run successful businesses, and this accessible textbook provides the required foundations from economics and management, applied to the farm context. In today's world where farms are subject to ever-changing industrial, labor, demographic, and technological factors, this textbook provides a clear focus and methodology for business stability and growth. It covers core microeconomic and macroeconomic principles, plus the full range of management topics, from accounting and marketing to operations management and human resource management. It also covers family succession planning and farming mega-trends.This second edition has been updated with the latest data and literature, and gives deeper attention to sustainability and conservation. It also offers a broader range of examples, showcasing the diversity of farm types and farm sizes across the US and globally. Instructor materials are available as digital suppleTrade Review"If there is one book that any agriculture student or farmer should refer to, to better manage farm business and conduct farm-related analysis, this is the one."Jebaraj Asirvatham, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, USATable of Contents1. Managing the Farm in an Integrated World Economy, 2. Management, 3. Business Plans, 4. Lessons from Microeconomics, 5. Lessons from Macroeconomics, 6. Government Policies Affecting Farming around the World, 7. Strategic Management: Planning, 8. Strategic Management: External and Internal Analysis, 9. Crafting Strategy, 10. Strategy Execution and Control, 11. Marketing Basics, 12. Financial Statements, 13. Financial Analysis, 14. Financial Management, 15. Enterprise Budgets: Uses and Development, 16. Partial Budgets, 17. Whole-Farm Planning, 18. Operations Management for the Farm, 19. Quality Management and Control, 20. Investment Analysis, 21. Land Ownership and Use, 22. Risk Management, 23. Production Contract Evaluation, 24. Human Resource Management, 25. Business Organization, 26. Farm Transfer and Succession Planning, 27. Farming in the Future

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Book SynopsisOptogenetics represents a breakthrough technology capable of dynamically modulating molecular and cellular activity in live cells with high precision. This transformative technology made it possible to reversibly interrogate protein actions, cellular events, and animal behaviors with a simple flash of light. Manipulating the temporal and spatial profile of light enabled precise control of membrane potentials. This feature has inspired non-opsin-based optogenetics, which not only inherits the precise spatiotemporal resolution but also expands the targets into a diverse pool of biomolecules such as membrane receptors, ion channels, kinases, GTPases, and transcription factors. This book is unique because it emphasizes the design and applications of opsin-free optogenetic tools. Key Features Describes new developments in non-opsin-based optogenetic tools Introduces cutting-edge methods for precise modulation of cell signaling Trade Review “This book differs markedly from these other, more general volumes by virtue of its concentration on next generation, non-opsin photo-switches. The result is a focused, highly informative, yet compact and easy-to-read volume that offers a model for how these works should be constructed.” Doody Review Peter J. Kennelly, PhD (Virginia Tech) Table of ContentsTable of Content Chapter 1 Optogenetic dissection of a two-component calcium influx pathway Xiaoxuan Liu, Yingshan Wang, Yubin Zhou, and Guolin Ma* Chapter 2 High-throughput engineering of a light-activatable Ca2+ channel Lian He*, Liuqing Wang, and Youjun Wang* Chapter 3 Optogenetic activation of TrkB signaling Peiyuan Huang, Zhihao Zhao, Lei Lei, and Liting Duan* Chapter 4 Spatiotemporal modulation of neural repair Huaxun Fan, Qin Wang, Kai Zhang*, and Yuanquan Song* Chapter 5 Optogenetic control of neural stem cell differentiation Yixun Su, Taida Huang, Kai Zhang, and Chenju Yi* Chapter 6 An optogenetic toolbox for remote control of programmed cell death Ningxia Zhang and Ji Jing* Chapter 7 Control of protein levels in Saccharomyces cerevisiae by optogenetic modules that act on protein synthesis and stability Sophia Hasenjäger, Jonathan Trauth, and Christof Taxis* Chapter 8 Optogenetics as a tool to study neurodegeneration and signal transduction Prabhat Tiwari* and Nicholas S. Tolwinski* Chapter 9 Opsin-free optogenetics: brain and beyond Jongryul Hong, Yeonji Jeong, and Won Do Heo* Chapter 10 Constructing a far-red light-induced split-Cre recombinase system for controllable genome engineering Meiyan Wang, Jiali Wu, and Haifeng Ye* Chapter 11 Tools and Technologies for Wireless and Non-invasive Optogenetics Guangfu Wu, Vagif Abdulla, Yiyuan Yang, Michael Schneider, and Yi Zhang*

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Book SynopsisApproaching the contributions of a world-wide sector of scientific institutions to addressing the extinction crisis, Botanical Gardens and Their Role in Plant Conservation brings together a diversity of perspectives. There are more than 3,600 botanical gardens worldwide, where trees, shrubs, herbs, and other plants are studied and managed in collections. They are foremost among efforts to conserve the diversity of living plant species and ensure that crucial biodiversity is available for the future of humanity.This book is a showcase for plant conservation, restoration, biodiversity, and related scientific and educational work of botanical gardens around the world, featuring both thematic overview chapters and numerous case studies that illustrate the critical role these institutions play in fighting extinction and ensuring plant diversity is available for sustainable use.FEATURES A wide range of case studies derived from practTable of ContentsChapter 1. Botanical Gardens and Plant Conservation Initiatives in Nepal Chapter 2. Role of Indonesian Botanic Gardens in Plant Conservation Chapter 3. Vietnam Botanic Gardens and Their Role in Plant Conservation Chapter 4. Botanical Gardens in Malaysia and Their Role in Plant Conservation Chapter 5. Ancillary Botanic Gardens: A Case Study of the American University of Beirut Chapter 6. Conservation of Threatened Plant Species and Protected Areas in Korean Botanical Gardens and Arboreta Chapter 7. Mongolian Botanical Gardens – Modern Plant Biodiversity Conservation Resources in Mongolia Chapter 8. Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute, a Treasure House of Tropical Plant Germplasm, Blends into the Western Ghats, the Biodiversity Hotspot in Indian Region Chapter 9. Botanical Gardens and Their Role in Education, Research, Conservation, and Bioprospecting of Plant Diversity: Lead Botanical Garden (LBG), Shivaji University, Kolhapur – a Case Study Chapter 10. Lead Botanic Garden of Yogi Vemana University, Kadapa, India, and Its Role in Plant Conservation Chapter 11. Dhanikhari Experimental Garden-Cum-Arboretum Chapter 12. M. S. Swaminathan Botanical Garden – A Community Conservation Initiative in the Western Ghats of India Chapter 13. Calicut University Botanical Garden (CUBG) and Its Role in Plant Conservation Chapter 14. Role of Botanical Garden in Conservation and Citizen Science – A Case Study from Mahatma Gandhi Botanical Garden, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore Chapter 15. The Role of the Kuzbass Botanical Garden in Solving Environmental Problems and in Plant Conservation In Situ and Ex Situ Chapter 16. Contribution of Botanic Garden to Plant Conservation: 233 Years of Conservation History and Actions of CSIR-NBRI Botanic Garden

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Book SynopsisApproaching the contributions of a world-wide sector of scientific institutions to addressing the extinction crisis, Botanical Gardens and Their Role in Plant Conservation brings together a diversity of perspectives. There are more than 3,600 botanical gardens worldwide, where trees, shrubs, herbs, and other plants are studied and managed in collections. They are foremost among efforts to conserve the diversity of living plant species and ensure that crucial biodiversity is available for the future of humanity.This book is a showcase for plant conservation, restoration, biodiversity, and related scientific and educational work of botanical gardens around the world, featuring both thematic overview chapters and numerous case studies that illustrate the critical role these institutions play in fighting extinction and ensuring plant diversity is available for sustainable use.FEATURES A wide range of case studies dTable of ContentsChapter 1. The Role of Botanic Gardens and Arboreta in Plant Conservation in Serbia Chapter 2. Botanical Gardens in Slovakia and Their Role in Plant Protection Chapter 3. The Botanical Garden of the National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina Chapter 4. The Role of Russian Botanical Gardens in Plant Biodiversity Conservation Chapter 5. Illustrating the Roles of Botanical Gardens in Plant Conservation: The Muséum National d’Histoire Naturelle: Contribution to the Global Strategy for Plant Conservation Chapter 6. Botanical Gardens and Their Role in Plant Conservation in Greece Chapter 7. Plant Conservation Programs of the Balkan Botanic Garden of Kroussia and the Greek Gene Bank Chapter 8. Role of Atlanta Botanical Garden in Plant conservation Chapter 9. The Center for Plant Conservation – A Network of Botanical Gardens in USA and Its Role in Plant Conservation Chapter 10. Plant Conservation Efforts at the San Diego Botanic Garden Chapter 11. Plant Conservation at Houston Botanic Garden Chapter 12. Plant Conservation at the University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley Chapter 13. Royal Botanical Gardens (Canada): Conservation of Plants and Nature by an Urban Botanical Garden Chapter 14. The Contribution of the Montreal Botanical Garden to Plant Conservation Chapter 15. A Botanical Garden Dedicated to the Conservation of Plants in the Dry Inter-Andean valleys of Bolivia Chapter 16. Conservation Efforts for a Threatened Endemic Palm of Bolivia: The Role of Botanical Gardens

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Book SynopsisThis book covers the topic of data science in a comprehensive manner and synthesizes both fundamental and advanced topics of a research area that has now reached its maturity. The book starts with the basic concepts of data science. It highlights the types of data and their use and importance, followed by a discussion on a wide range of applications of data science and widely used techniques in data science.Key Featuresâ Provides an internationally respected collection of scientific research methods, technologies and applications in the area of data science.â Presents predictive outcomes by applying data science techniques to real-life applications.â Provides readers with the tools, techniques and cases required to excel with modern artificial intelligence methods.â Gives the reader a variety of intelligent applications that can be designed using data science and its allied fields.The book is aimed primarily at advanced undergraduates and graduates studying machine learning and data science. Researchers and professionals will also find this book useful.

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Book SynopsisThis new edition textbook continues down the path that the first edition, winner of the 2013 IISE/Joint Publishers Book-of-the-Year Award, successfully carved out. The textbook targets engineering students and emphasizes the use of operations research models and solution methods important in the design, control, operation, and management of global supply chains.Completely updated, Supply Chain Engineering: Models and Applications, Second Edition stresses quantitative models and methods, highlights global supplier selection and vendor risk management techniques, and discusses the use of multiple criteria decision-making models in supply chain management. The new edition includes chapters on health and humanitarian supply chains, including disaster management and logistics modeling, and on warehousing and distribution. Disruptions to global supply chains due to the COVID-19 pandemic are discussed throughout the book. Industry and government strategies to make the global Table of Contents1. Introduction to Supply Chain Engineering. 2. Planning Production in Supply Chains. 3. Inventory Management Methods and Models. 4. Transportation Decisions in Supply Chain Management. 5. Location and Distribution Decisions in Supply Chains. 6. Supplier Selection Models and Methods. 7. Warehousing and Distribution. 8. Managing Risks in Supply Chain. 9. Global Supply Chain Management. 10. Health and Humanitarian Supply Chains. Appendix A. Multiple Criteria Decision Making: An Overview.

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Book SynopsisT Level Engineering is the new technical qualification standing alongsidethe Academic A Levels, for 16+ students looking to go into engineering.T Level Engineering covers the core elements for all the pathways of thisqualification. Whether your sights are set on an engineering university degree, or anadvanced apprenticeship, this book covers the essentials needed to getthrough the 2-year T Level Engineering program. Teachers and workplacement managers will like it too as all the sections are broken down intobite-sized pieces enough for a lesson or two. You should find T Level Engineering easy to understand and readilyaccessible, even if you have no previous engineering knowledge. The technicalterms are explained as they are introduced, and a detailed glossaryallows you to check out any specific terms, which is also very useful whenwriting assignmenTable of Contents1. Engineering Development and Innovation. 2. Introduction to Workplace Health and Safety Procedures and Practice. 3. Design Processes and Practices. 4. Maintenance, Installation and Repair Practices. 5. Manufacturing, Processing and Control Practices. 6. Engineering Calculations. 7. Engineering Science. 8. Engineering Materials. 9. Mechanical Principles. 10. Electrical and Electronic Principles. 11. Standards used in Engineering. 12. Nature and Application of Standard Operating Procedures. 13. Health and Safety – Standards, Acts, Legislation and Risk Analysis. 14. Business, Commercial and Financial Awareness. 15. Professional Responsibilities, Attitudes and Behaviours. 16. Stock and Asset Management. 17. Quality Assurance, Control and Improvement. 18. Principles and Practices of Continuous Improvement. 19. Project Management Principles, Techniques and Practices. 20. My Project.

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Book SynopsisThe statistical mechanical theory of liquids and solutions is a fundamental area of physical sciences with important implications in other fields of science and industrial applications. Statistical Mechanics of Liquids and Solutions: Intermolecular Forces, Structure and Surface Interactions is the second in a series of two on this subject. While the first volume introduced equilibrium statistical mechanics in general and statistical mechanics of liquids and solutions at an introductory level, the present volume presents an advanced treatment of the subject and penetrates much deeper into liquid state theory.A major theme in both books is the intimate relationship between forces in a fluid and the fluid structure - a relationship that is paramount for the understanding of the subject of interactions in dense fluids. Using this microscopic, molecular approach, the text emphasizes clarity of physical explanations for phenomena and mechanisms relevant to fluids, addressing

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Book SynopsisArtificial Intelligence in Forensic Science addresses the current and emerging opportunities being utilized to apply modern Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to current forensic and investigation practices. The book also showcases the increasing benefits of AI where and when it can be applied to various techniques and forensic disciplines. The increasing rate of sophisticated crimes has increased the opportunity and need for the forensic field to explore a variety of emerging technologies to counter criminalsand AI is no exception. There are many current investigative challenges that, with ingenuity and application, can be helped with the application of AI, especially in the digital forensic and cyber-crime arena. The book also explains many practical studies that have been carried out to test AI technologies in crime detection, uncovering evidence, and identifying perpetrators. In the last decade, the use of AI has become common in many fields and now is an ideal t

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Book SynopsisAccessibility is a core quality of digital products to be deliberately addressed throughout the development lifecycle. What Every Engineer Should Know About Digital Accessibility will prepare readers to integrate digital accessibility into their engineering practices. Readers will learn how to accurately frame accessibility as an engineering challenge so they are able to address the correct problems in the correct way.Illustrated with diverse perspectives from accessibility practitioners and advocates, this book describes how people with disabilities use technology, the nature of accessibility barriers in the digital world, and the role of engineers in breaking down those barriers. Accessibility competence for current, emerging, and future technologies is addressed through a combination of guiding principles, core attributes and requirements, and accessibilityâinformed engineering practices.FEATURES Discusses how technology can support inclusi

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Book SynopsisNatural Language Processing (NLP) is a sub-field of Artificial Intelligence, linguistics, and computer science and is concerned with the generation, recognition, and understanding of human languages, both written and spoken. NLP systems examine the grammatical structure of sentences as well as the specific meanings of words, and then they utilize algorithms to extract meaning and produce results. Machine Learning and Deep Learning in Natural Language Processing aims at providing a review of current Neural Network techniques in the NLP field, in particular about Conversational Agents (chatbots), Text-to-Speech, management of non-literal content like emotions, but also satirical expressions and applications in the healthcare field.NLP has the potential to be a disruptive technology in various healthcare fields, but so far little attention has been devoted to that goal. This book aims at providing some examples of NLP techniques that can, for example, restTable of ContentsPreface. Editors. Contributors. Part I Introduction. Chapter 1 Introduction to Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Natural Language Processing. Part II Overview of Conversational Agents. Chapter 2 Conversational Agents and Chatbots: Current Trends. Chapter 3 Unsupervised Hierarchical Model for Deep Empathetic Conversational Agents. Part III Sentiment and Emotions. Chapter 4 EMOTRON: An Expressive Text-to-Speech. Part IV Fake News and Satire. Chapter 5 Distinguishing Satirical and Fake News. Chapter 6 Automated Techniques for Identifying Claims and Assisting Fact Checkers. Part V Applications in Healthcare. Chapter 7 Whisper Restoration Combining Real- and Source-Model Filtered Speech for Clinical and Forensic Applications. Chapter 8 Analysis of Features for Machine Learning Approaches to Parkinson’s Disease Detection. Chapter 9 Conversational Agents, Natural Language Processing, and Machine Learning for Psychotherapy. INDEX.

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Book SynopsisWithin the United Kingdom (UK), most mainstream healthcare practitioners receive little or no nutrition education during their years of training. As a consequence, the understanding of nutrition amongst primary care practitioners such as general practitioners, pharmacists, midwives, and practice nurses is limited and is largely focused on energy consumption and obesity. There is little knowledge of the wealth of micronutrients that underpin health, nor of the ticking timebomb of insufficient intakes of those micronutrients amongst a significant proportion of the population in the UK.The Building Blocks of Life: A Nutrition Foundation for Healthcare Professionals is a step towards redressing that balance. It sets out an informative and engaging narrative on how and why nutrition is the basis for good health. It discusses UK-specific issues with regards to diet and intakes of vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids and other micronutrients. It also raises concerns abouTable of ContentsIntroductionChapter 1. Nutrition BasicsChapter 2. MalnutritionChapter 3. DigestionChapter 4. ObesityChapter 5. ImmunityChapter 6. Vitamin DChapter 7. Conception, pregnancy, and foetal developmentChapter 8. Tired all the timeChapter 9. Different Ways of eatingConclusion

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Book SynopsisSolid requirements engineering has increasingly been recognized as the key to improved, on-time, and on-budget delivery of software and systems projects. New software tools are emerging that are empowering practicing engineers to improve their requirements engineering habits. However, these tools are not usually easy to use without significant training. Requirements Engineering for Software and Systems, Fourth Edition is intended to provide a comprehensive treatment of the theoretical and practical aspects of discovering, analyzing, modeling, validating, testing, and writing requirements for systems of all kinds, with an intentional focus on software-intensive systems. It brings into play a variety of formal methods, social models, and modern requirements writing techniques to be useful to practicing engineers. The book is intended for professional software engineers, systems engineers, and senior and graduate students of software or systems engineering.Since the first edition, there have been made many changes and improvements to this textbook. Feedback from instructors, students, and corporate users was used to correct, expand, and improve the materials. The fourth edition features two newly added chapters: On Non-Functional Requirements and Requirements Engineering: Road Map to the Future. The latter provides a discussion on the relationship between requirements engineering and such emerging and disruptive technologies as Internet of Things, Cloud Computing, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, and Affective Computing.All chapters of the book were significantly expanded with new materials that keep the book relevant to current industrial practices. Readers will find expanded discussions on new elicitation techniques, agile approaches (e.g., Kanpan, SAFe, and DEVOps), requirements tools, requirements representation, risk management approaches, and functional size measurement methods. The fourth edition also has significant additions of vignettes, exercises, and references. Another new feature is scannable QR codes linked to sites containing updates, tools, videos, and discussion forums to keep readers current with the dynamic field of requirements engineering. Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgments. Authors. 1 Introduction to Requirements Engineering. 2 Preparing for Requirements Elicitation. 3 Requirements Elicitation. 4 Writing the Requirements Document. 5 On Nonfunctional Requirements. 6 Requirements Validations and Verifications. 7 Formal Methods. 8 Requirements Specification and Agile Methodologies. 9 Tool Support for Requirements Engineering. 10 Requirements Management. 11 Value Engineering of Requirements. 12 Requirements Engineering: A Road Map to the Future. Appendix A: Software Requirements Specification for a Smart Home. Appendix B: Software Requirements for a Wastewater Pumping Station Wet-Well Control System. Appendix C: Unified Modeling Language (UML). Appendix D: User Stories. Appendix E: Use Cases. Appendix F: IBM DOORS Requirements Management Tool. Glossary. Index.

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Book SynopsisAt present, both Industry 4.0 and industrial engineering management developments are reshaping the industrial sector worldwide. Industry 4.0 and sustainability are considered as the crucial emerging trends in industrial production systems. The resulting transformations are changing production modes from traditional to digital, intelligent, and decentralized. It is expected that Industry 4.0 will help drive sustainability in industries thanks to the implementation of advanced technology and a move towards social sustainability. This book reflects on the consequences of the transition to Industry 4.0 for climate change. The book presents a systemic overview of the current negative impacts of digitization on the environment and showcases a new outline of the energy domain and expected changes in environmental pollution levels under Industry 4.0. It also analyzes the ecological consequences of the growth and development of Industry 4.0 and considers Industry 4.0 as an alternativeTable of Contents1 Optimization of milling machine parameters by using Artificial Neural Network model; 2 Facility layout optimization: Continuous improvement; 3 Multi-criteria decision analysis applications and trends in manufacturing domain; 4 To implement Six Sigma to minimize defects in the manufacturing of draft gear of railway wagon; 5 Changeover time reduction through SMED approach: Case study of an Indian steel processing centre; 6 SWOT analysis – on maintenance frameworks for SMEs; 7 Development of maintenance framework for SMEs by an ISM approach; 8 Multi-objective parametric optimization of wire electric discharge machining for Die Hard Steels using supervised machine learning techniques; 9 Investigation of dragline productivity; 10 Lean administration in the Order-to-Cash process; 11 Modelling and analysis of Lean Six Sigma framework along with its environmental impact on the business process: A review; 12 Optimum order allocation in a multi-supplier environment using linear programming model: Case study on heavy industry in India; 13 Formulation of an optimal ordering policy with quadratic demand: Weibull distribution deterioration and partial backlogging; 14 An optimal replenishment policy with exponential declining demand: Weibull distribution deterioration and partial backlogging; 15 Smart materials advancements, applications and challenges in the shift to Industry 4.0; 16 Virtual Try On: A study on the changing dimensions of jewellery retailing through augmented reality; 17 Analysis of the barriers of blockchain adoption in Land Record System; 18 The concept of Industry 4.0: Role of ergonomics and Human Factors; 19 Carbon Nanotubes as an advanced coating material for cutting tool in sustainable production in Industry 4.0; 20 Integrating AI with Green Manufacturing for process industry; 21 Sustainable recycling methods for different types of eco-friendly cutting fluids and their characteristics: An impetus for circular economy; 22 Sustainable automobiles: Major obstacles on the path of electrifying mobility in India, existing barriers and challenges; 23 Development of heuristic DSS for supply chain architecture

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This comprehensive guide to agricultural robots is the ideal companion for any student or professional engineer looking to understand and develop autonomous vehicles to use on the modern farm.With world hunger one of the modern era's most pressing issues, autonomous agricultural vehicles are a key tool in tackling this problem. Smart farming can increase total factory productivity through designing autonomous vehicles based on specific needs, in addition to implementing smart systems into day-to-day operations. This book provides step-by-step guidance, from the theory behind autonomous vehicles, through to the design process and manufacture. Detailing all components of an autonomous agricultural vehicle, from sensors, controlling algorithms, communication and controlling units, the book covers topics such as artificial intelligence and machine learning. It also includes case studies, and a detailed guide to international policymaking in recent years.Suitable fo

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Book SynopsisTelepresence: Actual and Virtual explores the history of telepresence from the 1948 developments of masterslave manipulation, through to current telepresence technology used in space, undersea, surgery and telemedicine, operations in nuclear and other hazardous environments, policing and surveillance, agriculture, construction, mining, warehousing, education, amusement, social media, and other contexts. It also describes the various operator hand and body controls and the corresponding telerobotic actuation of robotic hands, arms, and locomotion. This book reviews the sensing and control technology, its history and likely future, and discusses the many research and policy issues that are raised. The book also takes up key questions relating to social and ethical issues, given that a person's mechanical reach is becoming unlimited, enabling one to perform mischievous or harmful acts without identification, and what that portends for future developments in telepresence, includiTable of Contents1. EARLY HISTORY OF ROBOTIC TELEPRESENCE AND VIRTUAL REALITY. 2. ELEMENTS OF THE TECHNOLOGY. 3. WHAT IS TELEPRESENCE? WHAT IS REALITY?. 4. APPLICATIONS. 5. CHALLENGES FOR ROBOTIC TELEPRESENCE AND VIRTUAL REALITY. APPENDIX 1. RESPONSES TO POLLING. APPENDIX 2. BIBLIOGRAPHY.

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Book SynopsisThe problems facing society today are complex, multifaceted, and require crossing multiple disciplinary boundaries. As such, these problems call for interdisciplinary collaboration, including new and different combinations of skills and knowledge. Currently, tertiary education providers are not well-positioned to develop these interdisciplinary capabilities at a rate commensurate with the speed of contemporary change. This book places design thinking as the catalyst to create change in the tertiary education sector and to build interdisciplinary skill sets that are required for the graduate of the future. By presenting a series of case studies and drawing on global experts in the field, this book investigates pedagogical approaches, disciplinary facilitation practice, curriculum integration, and a framework for understanding design thinking pedagogy within tertiary education. Focusing on how educational institutions can produce innovative graduates with the ability to traverse discipliTable of Contents1.Introduction 2. Research of Design Thinking Pedagogy 3. Design Thinking Undergraduate Education for Epistemic Fluency 4. Mastering Design Thinking in Postgraduate Education 5. Digital and Professional Design Thinking Education 6. Designing Education Ecosystems and an Ecology of Learning 7. Conclusion. References. Appendix A: Design Thinking Pedagogy Description and Definitions. Appendix B: Related Publications. Appendix C: About the Expert Sidebars

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Book SynopsisUrban parks and gardens are where people go to reconnect with nature and destress. But do they all provide the same benefits or are some better than others? What specific attributes set some green spaces apart? Can we objectively measure their impact on mental health and well-being? If so, how do we use this evidence to guide the design of mentally healthy cities?The Contemplative Landscape Model unveils the path to answer these questions. Rooted in landscape architecture and neuroscience, this innovative concept is described for the first time in an extended format, offering a deep dive into contemplative design and the science behind it. In the face of the global mental health crisis, and increasing disconnection from nature, design strategies for creating healthier urban environments are what our cities so sorely need. This book delves into the neuroscience behind contemplative landscapes, their key spatial characteristics, and practical applications of the ContemplTrade Review"This fantastic book provides strong evidence of how vital our outdoor spaces are in improving health and well-being, especially post-pandemic. It shows how healthier urban environments can be achieved to mitigate the impacts of climate change, population growth, ageing, and urbanisation. It is a valuable resource for scholars, practitioners and students."Dr Bruno Marques, President of the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA), Associate Dean, Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand"Creating salubrious landscapes has been a goal of landscape design as old as the landscape architecture profession. This monograph presents a very convincing case of the Contemplative Landscape Model to marry both the goal of aesthetics and health promotion value of landscapes. It will be a very useful reference for researchers, students and practitioners in the field of landscape architecture."Dr Tan Puay Yok, Professor, College of Design and Engineering, National University of Singapore"Whilst there is significant evidence showing the beneficial effects of nature to wellbeing, there is still so much we don’t know about cause and effect. This book presents some new arguments – including a role for our subconscious – and drawing on Jung’s model of the psyche to help account for the profound effect nature has on us, positive and negative."Jenny Roe, Professor in Design & Health, School of Architecture, University of Virginia, USATable of ContentsIntroduction PART 1: SCIENCE BEHIND THE CONTEMPLATIVE LANDSCAPES 1. Therapeutic Mechanisms of Urban Green Spaces 2. Brain Response to Contemplative Landscapes and Mental Health Implications 3. How to Benefit the Most from Contemplative Landscape Exposure? PART 2: CONTEMPLATIVE LANDSCAPE FEATURES 4. Character of Peace and Silence 5. Compatibility 6. Layers of the Landscape 7. Landform 8. Biodiversity 9. Color and Light 10. Archetypal Elements PART 3: EXISTING AND FUTURE APPROACHES 11. How to Design Contemplative Landscapes? Best Practices and Case Examples 12. How to Identify Contemplative Landscapes? CLM User’s Manual 13. A Vision of a Mentally Healthy City

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Book SynopsisSuppose you were designing a marine mammal. What would they need to live in the ocean? How would you keep them warm? What design features would allow them to dive for very long periods to extreme depths? Do they need water to drink? How would they minimize the cost of swimming, and how would they find their prey in the deep and dark? These questions and more are examined in detail throughout Marine Mammal Physiology, which explores how marine mammals live in the sea from a physiological point of view. This undergraduate textbook considers the essential aspects of what makes a marine mammal different from terrestrial mammals, beyond just their environment. It focuses on the physiological and biochemical traits that have allowed this group of mammals to effectively exploit the marine environment that is so hostile to humans. The content of this book is organised around common student questions, taking the undergraduate's point of view as the starting point.Table of ContentsAbout the Editors. Acknowledgements. Preface. Hydrodynamics. Energy for Exercise: The cost of motion in marine mammals. Oxygen Stores and Diving. Under Pressure. Thermoregulation. Acoustics. Vision and Touch. Hydration. Nutrition. Feeding Mechanisms. Fasting. Postdelivery. Health and Disease. Ecotoxicology. Sharing Earth’s Oceans. More questions and mysteries.

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Book SynopsisThe third edition of Automobile Mechanical and Electrical Systems concentrates on core technologies to provide the essential information required to understand how different vehicle systems work. It gives a complete overview of the components and workings of a vehicle from the engine through to the chassis and electronics. It also explains the necessary tools and equipment needed in effective car maintenance and repair, and relevant safety procedures are included throughout. Designed to make learning easier, this book contains: Photographs, flow charts and quick reference tables Detailed diagrams and clear descriptions that simplify the more complicated topics and aid revision Useful features throughout, including definitions, key facts and âsafety firstâ considerations. In full colour and with support materials from the authorâs website (www.automotive-technology.org), this is the guide no student enrolled on an automotive maintenance and repair course should be without.Table of Contents1. Overview and introduction 2. Engine systems 3. Electrical systems 4. Chassis systems 5. Transmission systems 6. Emerging Technologies 7. Automotive Technology Academy

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Book SynopsisTesting and Modeling of Cellular Materials discusses the characterization of cellular lattices through quasi-static and dynamic testing for use in light-weighting or energy-absorbing applications. Covering cellular materials, specifically additively manufactured lattices, this book further progresses into dynamic testing and modeling techniques for computational simulations. It presents modeling and simulation techniques used for cellular materials and evaluates them against experimental results to illustrate the material response under various conditions. The book also includes a case study of high-velocity impact that highlights the high strain rate effects on the cellular lattices.Features: Covers different testing techniques used in quasi-static and dynamic material characterization of cellular materials Discusses additive manufacturing techniques for lattice specimen fabrication Analyzes different finite element modeling techniques for quasi-static and dynamic loading conditions Presents a comparison and development of a phenomenological material model for use in computational analysis at various loading rates Explores impact stress wave analysis under high-velocity loading The book will be useful for researchers and engineers working in the field of materials modeling and mechanics of materials.

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Book SynopsisCombination products are therapeutic and diagnostic products that combine drugs, devices, and/or biological products. According to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), âœa combination product is one composed of any combination of a drug and a device; a biological product and a device; a drug and a biological product; or a drug, device and a biological product.â Examples include prefilled syringes, pen injectors, autoinjectors, inhalers, transdermal delivery systems, drug-eluting stents, and kits containing drug administration devices co-packaged with drugs and/or biological products. This handbook provides the most up-to-date information on the development of combination products, from the technology involved to successful delivery to market. The authors present important and up-to-the-minute pre- and post-market reviews of international combination product regulations, guidance, considerations, and best practices.This handbook: Brings clarity of understanding for global combination products guidance and regulations Reviews the current state-of-the-art considerations and best practices spanning the combination product lifecycle, pre-market through post-market Reviews medical product classification and assignment issues faced by global regulatory authorities and industry The editor is a recognized international Combination Products and Medical Device expert with over 35 years of industry experience and has an outstanding team of contributors. Endorsed by AAMI â Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation.

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Book SynopsisThis book contributes to the empirical understanding of how arbitrators make their decisions on the substance of commercial disputes arising from international construction projects. It is based on in-depth interviews with 28 international construction arbitrators and on the analysis of dozens of international construction arbitration awards. The combined experience of those who participated in the author's research amounted to hundreds of international construction arbitrations (~ 300 cases) in addition to several hundred international commercial arbitrations.It presents the results of the first and largest research to be undertaken in this area, and it will be useful to arbitration practitioners and scholars and to the wider audience of dispute resolution students, practitioners, and theorists. In turn, the book examines to what extent international arbitrators apply the law as the substantive norm, providing an explanation for that, and then offers insights into whether arTable of Contents1 Introduction. 2 Background. 3 Law as a Substantive Norm. 4 Commercial Norms. 5 International Construction Law. 6 Fairness as a Substantive Norm. 7 Mandatory rules of foreign law. 8 The arbitrator’s background. 9 Conclusion

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Book SynopsisWith the advent of nanotechnology, the properties offered by nano-sized particles in various engineering applications have revolutionized the area of material science. Furthermore, due to the use of nanomaterials in various engineering components, particularly in moving parts, it is imperative to understand the behavior of these nanomaterials under sliding conditions. Therefore, an augmented approach of nanotechnology and tribology has been addressed in this book. It presents recent advancements on the topics related to: Mechanical and tribological behaviour of nanocomposites Nanomaterials in lubricating oils Synergetic effects of nanomaterials Surface texturing at nano-scale Nanocoatings for various applications Biotribological applications of nanomaterials Nanomaterials for Sustainable Tribology covers major aspects of tribology of nanomaterials, and its current status and future directions. This book will provide the readers an insight on several aspects of tribology of nanomaterials. It will act as a strong stimulant for readers to appreciate and initiate further advancements in the field of tribology, particularly at nano-scale.

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Book SynopsisThis book set provides a new, global, updated, thorough, clear, and practical risk-based approach to tunnelling design and construction methods, and discusses detailed examples of solutions applied to relevant case histories. It is organized in three sequential and integrated volumes: Volume 1: Concept Basic Principles of Design Volume 2: Construction Methods, Equipment, Tools and Materials Volume 3: Case Histories and Best Practices The book covers all aspects of tunnelling, giving useful and practical information about design (Vol. 1), construction (Vol. 2), and best practices (Vol. 3). It provides the following features and benefits: updated vision on tunnelling design, tools, materials, and construction balanced mix of theory, technology, and applied experience different and harmonized points of view from academics, professionals, and contractorsTable of Contents1. Introduction: excavation techniques for conventional and full-face mechanised tunnelling. Reasons for the choice and differences 2. Construction methods 3. Support technology 4. Auxiliary methods technology: ground reinforcing, ground improving and pre-support technology 5. Monitoring 6. Plants and job site organization 7. Tunnel refurbishment

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Book SynopsisBuilding Surveys has been a trusted guide for both students and professionals for nearly 40 years, evolving throughout its nine editions to address the challenges and responsibilities of the building surveying role. It covers everything needed for initial inspections such as equipment, know-how and procedures to writing an accurate report, making it indispensable to those practising in or studying this field. â This updated Ninth Edition features new material on modern methods of construction, new sustainable materials, new surveying technologies and industry developments in the wake of the Grenfell Fire. â Essential reading for building construction students, professional surveyors and others who may be required to inspect and report on buildings. â Illustrated throughout with colour photos showing examples of building defects in full detail. All the structural aspects of property surveying are explained, covering foundations, walls and roofs as well as what to look out for and how to deal with problems. Materials and techniques no longer in use are covered as well as new technologies, so the reader is prepared for anything they might encounter. Legal considerations and recent cases are also used to illustrate good working practice, making this an extremely practical companion to the subject.Table of Contents1. Organization. 2. House Surveys. 3. Foundations. 4. Walls. 5. Floors. 6. Roofs and Chimneys. 7. Joinery and Woodwork. 8. Finishes and Surfaces. 9. Services. 10. Modern Methods of Construction and the Drive for Green Homes. 11. Grenfell and the Cladding Crisis. 12. The Report. 13. Traffic Light and Other Pro Forma Reports. 14. Reports on Non-residential Buildings. 15. Reports on Flats and Apartments. 16. New Buildings and Buildings Under Construction. 17. Reports on Older Buildings. 18. Reports on Leasehold Properties. 19. Reports on Prospective Mortagees. 20. A Typical Building Survey Report. 21. Legal Considerations. 22. Dilapidations. 23. Conservation and the Surveyor. 24. The Surveyor as Expert Witness.

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Book SynopsisConsidering the alarming issue of global climate change and its drastic consequences, there is an urgent need to further develop smart and innovative solutions for the energy sector. The goal of sustainable and smart energy for present and future generations can be achieved by integrating emerging technologies into the existing energy infrastructure. This book focuses on the role and significance of emerging technologies in the energy sector and covers the various technological interventions for both conventional and unconventional energy resources and provides meaningful insights into smart and sustainable energy solutions. The book also discusses future directions for smart and sustainable developments in the energy sector.

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Book SynopsisCompletely updated for a new edition, this book introduces reliability and risks analysis, for both practicing engineers and engineering students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Since reliability analysis is a multidisciplinary subject, this book draws together a wide range of topics and presents them in a way that applies to most engineering disciplines.Reliability and Risk Analysis, Second Edition, emphasizes an introduction and explanation of the practical methods used in reliability and risk studies, with a discussion of their uses and limitations. It offers basic and advanced methods in reliability analysis that are commonly used in daily practice and provides methods that address unique topics such as dependent failure analysis, importance analysis, and analysis of repairable systems. The book goes on to present a comprehensive overview of modern probabilistic life assessment methods such as Bayesian estimation, system reliability analysis, and human Table of Contents1. Reliability Engineering Perspective and Fundamentals. 2. Basic Reliability Mathematics: Probability. 3. Elements of Component Reliability. 4. Basic Reliability Mathematics: Statistics. 5. Reliability Data Analysis and Model Selection. 6. System Reliability Analysis. 7. Reliability and Availability of Repairable Components and Systems. 8. Selected Advanced Topics in Reliability and Risk Analysis. 9. Risk Analysis. Appendix A: Statistical Tables. Appendix B: Generic Failure Data

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Book SynopsisWith the tremendous growth and availability of the data, this book covers understanding the data, while telling a story with visualization including basic concepts about the data, the relationship and the visualizations. All the technical details that include installation and building the different visualizations are explained in a clear and systematic way. Various aspects pertaining to storytelling and visualization are explained in the book through Tableau.Features Provides a hands-on approach in Tableau in a simplified manner with steps Discusses the broad background of data and its fundamentals, from the Internet of Everything to analytics Emphasizes the use of context in delivering the stories Presents case studies with the building of a dashboard Presents application areas and case studies with identification of the impactful visualization This book will be helpful for professionals, graduate students and senior undergraduate students in Manufacturing Engineering, Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Data Analytics and Data Visualization.

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Book SynopsisThis is the first textbook designed to teach statistics to students in aviation courses. All examples and exercises are grounded in an aviation context, including flight instruction, air traffic control, airport management, and human factors. Structured in six parts, this book covers the key foundational topics relative to descriptive and inferential statistics, including hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, z and t tests, correlation, regression, ANOVA, and chi-square. In addition, this book promotes both procedural knowledge and conceptual understanding. Detailed, guided examples are presented from the perspective of conducting a research study. Each analysis technique is clearly explained, enabling readers to understand, carry out, and report results correctly. Students are further supported by a range of pedagogical features in each chapter, including objectives, a summary, and a vocabulary check.Digital supplements comprise downloadable dTable of ContentsTable of ContentsPart A: Research and Statistics BasicsChapter 1: The General Nature of Research and Statistics Student Learning Outcomes1.1 Chapter Overview 1.2 The Research Process1.3 The Population–Sample Relationship and Sampling Error1.4 Quantitative Research Methodologies1.5 Variables and Measurement Scales Chapter SummaryVocabulary CheckReview ExercisesReferencesChapter 2: Organizing and Summarizing DataStudent Learning Outcomes2.1 Chapter Overview 2.2 Examining Distributions 2.3 Measures of Central Tendency2.4 Measures of Dispersion2.5 Measures of Position: Percentiles and QuartilesChapter SummaryVocabulary CheckReview ExercisesReferencesPart B: Making Reasonable Decisions about a Population Chapter 3: Z Scores, the Standard Normal Distribution, and Sampling DistributionsStudent Learning Outcomes3.1 Chapter Overview 3.2 z Scores3.3 The Standard Normal Distribution3.4 The Sampling Distribution of Sample MeansChapter Summary Vocabulary CheckReview ExercisesReferencesChapter 4: The Concept of Statistical InferenceStudent Learning Outcomes4.1 Chapter Overview 4.2 Parameter Estimation4.3 The Nature of Hypothesis Testing4.4 Hypothesis Tests Involving the Mean ( Known)4.5 Confidence Intervals vs. Hypothesis TestsChapter Summary Vocabulary CheckReview ExercisesReferencesPart C: Analyzing Research Data Involving a Single SampleChapter 5: Single-Sample t TestStudent Learning Outcomes5.1 Chapter Overview 5.2 The t Test Statistic and t Distribution5.3 Confidence Intervals and the t Distribution5.4 Hypothesis Testing and the t Distribution5.5 Using the Single-Sample t Test in Research: A Guided ExampleChapter Summary Vocabulary CheckReview ExercisesReferencesChapter 6: Examining Bivariate Relationships: CorrelationStudent Learning Outcomes6.1 Chapter Overview 6.2 Correlation Fundamentals6.3 Quantifying Relationships: The Pearson r6.4 Statistical Aspects of Correlation6.5 Statistical Inferences Involving the Pearson r6.6 Using Bivariate Correlation in Research: A Guided ExampleChapter Summary Vocabulary CheckReview ExercisesReferencesChapter 7: Examining Bivariate Relationships: RegressionStudent Learning Outcomes7.1 Chapter Overview 7.2 The Regression Equation7.3 Statistical Aspects of Regression7.4 Statistical Inferences Involving the Regression Coefficient7.5 Using Bivariate Linear Regression in Research: A Guided ExampleChapter Summary Vocabulary CheckReview ExercisesReferencesPart D: Analyzing Research Data Involving Two Independent SamplesChapter 8: Independent-Samples t TestStudent Learning Outcomes8.1 Chapter Overview 8.2 The Concept of Independent Samples8.3 Statistical Inferences Involving Independent Samples8.4 Using the Independent-Samples t Test in Research: A Guided ExampleChapter Summary Vocabulary CheckReview ExercisesReferencesChapter 9: Single-Factor ANOVA Student Learning Outcomes9.1 Chapter Overview 9.2 The Concept of ANOVA9.3 The ANOVA Summary Table and the F Distribution9.4 Statistical Inferences Involving the Single-Factor ANOVA: Hypothesis Testing9.5 Using Single-Factor ANOVA in Research: A Guided ExampleChapter Summary Vocabulary CheckReview ExercisesReferencesChapter 10: Factorial ANOVAStudent Learning Outcomes10.1 Chapter Overview 10.2 The Concept of Factorial Designs10.3 The Logic and Structure of Factorial ANOVA10.4 Statistical Inferences Involving Factorial ANOVA: Hypothesis Testing10.5 Using Factorial ANOVA in Research: A Guided ExampleChapter Summary Vocabulary CheckReview ExercisesReferencesPart E: Analyzing Research Data Using a Within-Groups DesignChapter 11: Repeated-Measures t TestStudent Learning Outcomes11.1 Chapter Overview 11.2 The Concept of Repeated-Measures11.3 Statistical Inferences Involving the Repeated-Measures t Test11.4 Using the Repeated-Measures t Test in Research: A Guided ExampleChapter Summary Vocabulary CheckReview ExercisesReferencesPart F: Non-Parametric Statistics: Working with Frequency DataChapter 12: The Chi-Square StatisticStudent Learning Outcomes12.1 Chapter Overview 12.2 One-Way Chi-Square: The Test for Goodness of Fit12.3 Using the Chi-Square Test for Goodness of Fit in Research: A Guided Example12.4 Two-Way Chi-Square: The Test for Independence12.5 Using the Chi-Square Test for Independence in Research: A Guided ExampleChapter Summary Vocabulary CheckReview ExercisesReferencesAppendix TablesTable 1: Area Under the Standard Normal Curve Between the Mean and z Table 2: Critical Values of Student’s t DistributionTable 3: Critical Values for Pearson rTable 4: Power Table for Pearson rTable 5: Critical F ValuesTable 6: Critical Values of the Chi-Square DistributionTable 7: Sample Size and Power for Chi-Square Test for IndependenceAnswers to Part A Review ExercisesIndex

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Book SynopsisThis new edition of Classical Mechanics in Geophysical Fluid Dynamics describes the motions of rigid bodies and shows how classical mechanics has important applications to geophysics, as in the precessions of the earth, oceanic tides, and the retreat of the moon from the earth owing to the tidal friction. Unlike the more general mechanics textbooks this gives a unique presentation of these applications. The coverage of geophysical fluid dynamics has been revised, with a new chapter on various kinds of gravity waves, a new section on geostrophic turbulence, and new material on the Euler angles, the precession and nutation of a Lagrange top, RayleighâBÃnard convection, and the Ekman flow.This textbook for senior undergraduate and graduate students outlines and provides links between classical mechanics and geophysical fluid dynamics. It is particularly suitable for geophysics, meteorology, and oceanography students on mechanics and fluid dynamics courses, as well as servTable of Contents1. Introduction 2. Kinematics 3. Force and Motion 4. Inertial Force 5. Work and Energy 6. Oscillatory Motion 7. Mechanics of Rigid Bodies 8. Momentum and Impulse 9. Angular Momentum Equation 10. Motion of Rigid Bodies 11. Orbital Motion of Planets 12. Introduction to Geophysical Fluid Dynamics 13. Phenomena in Geophysical Fluids: Part I 14. Phenomena in Geophysical Fluids: Part II 15. Phenomena in Geophysical Fluids: Part III Appendices A. Acceleration in Spherical Coordinates B. Vector Analysis C. Useful Constants and Parameters D. Answers to Problems E. Further Reading

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