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Cyber-physical system (CPS) innovations, in conjunction with their sibling computational and technological advancements, have positively impacted our society, leading to the establishment of new horizons of service excellence in a variety of applicational fields. With the rapid increase in the application of CPSs in...

The book is addressed to architects and civil engineers. Design and research are areas connecting their activities. The contents of the book confirm the fact that the interface between architecture and engineering is multidimensional. The ways of finding points of contact between the two...

Cooperative connected and automated mobility (CCAM) has the potential to reshape the transportation ecosystem in a revolutionary way. Transportation systems will be safer, more efficient and more comfortable. Cars are going to be the third living space, as passengers will have the freedom to...

This book was proposed and organized as a means to present recent developments in the field of nondestructive testing of materials in civil engineering. For this reason, the articles highlighted in this editorial relate to different aspects of nondestructive testing of different materials in...

Script from the year 2011 in the subject Health - Nutritional Science, language: English, abstract: Musculoskeletal disorders can be of inflammatory as well as degenerative nature. 10 to 15 percent of all patients presenting at medical surgeries suffer from diseases and conditions affecting the...

The first philosophy of technology, constructing humans as technological and technology as an underpinning of all culture Ernst Kapp was a foundational scholar in the fields of media theory and philosophy of technology. His 1877 Elements of a Philosophy of Technology is a visionary...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Ralph L. WattsISBN-10: 144653152XISBN-13: 9781446531525Publisher:...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

Engineering has long gravitated toward great human ambitions: navigation of the oceans, travel to the moon and back, Earth exploration, national security, industrial and agricultural revolutions, communications, and transportation. Some ambitions have been realized, some remain unfulfilled, and some are yet to be determined....

From the second half of the nineteenth century, Japan has been a particularly enthusiastic user of exhibitions. Large-scale international exhibitions, including Osaka 2025, form only the tip of an iceberg comprising over 1,300 industrial, regional, and local exhibitions held in Japan over the past...

Electromagnetic actuators have been widely used in many areas including aerospace, machine tools, transportation, and so forth. The power electronics converter is the main drive for actuators, with control capability for the motion of the actuator applied through electromagnetic force. This Special Issue is...

Global warming and climate change have become serious environmental threats in the last decade. Air pollution due to the rapid development of modernization and urbanization is a major cause of environmental deterioration. The emission of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx), for instance,...

The friction between cutting tools and the workpiece/chip can significantly affect tool wear, cutting force, cutting temperature, machined surface integrity, and machined parts' service performance. The friction and wear of cutting tools have long been a focus of researchers. In recent years, the development...

How do bridges stretch across vast distances, defying gravity with seemingly effortless grace? Tied-arch bridges hold the answer, a marvel of engineering hidden in plain sight. Unlike traditional arches that rely solely on compression, tied-arch bridges introduce a fascinating twist. Imagine a bridge where...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This Special Issue book aims to take stock of the most recent design for additive manufacturing (DfAM) methodologies, methods, and tools. After an overview prepared by the Editors, which summarizes the present situation and predicts future trends in the research area, the book collects...

Because of the accelerating progress in biometrics research and the latest nation-state threats to security, this book's publication is not only timely but also much needed. This volume contains seventeen peer-reviewed chapters reporting the state of the art in biometrics research: security issues, signature...

This book will examine the problem of under-represented populations (URPs) in the so-called "STEM" fields: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, this problem is especially acute in computer science. Who are these under-represented populations? What creates them? And finally, why should there be concern about...

Written by inventors for inventors, this guide outlines the steps involved with moving a product from the idea phase to market on an extremely limited budget. Filled with advice on how to save money during every phase of the inventive process and how to...

Advances in computer science, artificial intelligence and data management have made engineering a dynamic and rapidly expanding industry. But have these advances enabled the manifestation of wrongdoing? If so, what can we do to counter this? The Ethics Gap in the Engineering of the...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

Quaking Aspen, or Pando, is the largest living organism on Earth-an aspen grove in Utah with over 47,000 trunks and millions of leaves, all connected through a single root system. I was a miniature of that aspen grove. For me, the earth where this...

Python is one of the easiest coding languages to master because it bases itself on English.Intuitive and simple, anyone can start programming in Python almost overnight!The best part? Python can jumpstart your hobby or career in tech, taking you places you never thought you...

This book delves into the commercialization methodology and practice of cloud computing and artificial intelligence products. With a primary focus on how to effectively commercialize them, introduce them to the market for efficient sales, and achieve efficient internal management to attain commercial success. In...

Bring power to your DIY off-grid living by following these 6 simple steps! Ever since the Industrial Revolution, fossil fuels have dominated progress across the whole world, bringing a dramatic shift to how machines operate, how vehicles move, and how people have light in...

"Responsive Web Design with HTML5 and CSS3" is a comprehensive guide that equips readers with the knowledge and skills needed to create websites that dynamically adapt to various screen sizes and resolutions. Starting with an overview of the evolution from fixed layouts to responsive...

Thermal energy storage (TES), also known as heat storage systems, is a technology that accumulates energy when production exceeds demand so that the stored energy can be used later. The stored energy can be used at the user's request for heating and cooling applications...

Contemporary game scholarship offers a broad palette of theories and methods inherited from such fields as sociology and communication studies, experimental sciences, literary analysis, educational sciences and cultural critique. At large, this inherently interdisciplinary research aims for a holistic perspective on the 'LUDIC SOCIETY'....

This book is part of the TREDITION CLASSICS. It contains classical literature works from over two thousand years. Most of these titles have been out of print and off the bookstore shelves for decades. The book series is intended to preserve the cultural legacy...

A guide to cloud computing for students, scientists, and engineers, with advice and many hands-on examples.The emergence of powerful, always-on cloud utilities has transformed how consumers interact with information technology, enabling video streaming, intelligent personal assistants, and the sharing of content. Businesses, too, have...

Design of Experiments (DOE) has long been a cornerstone of innovation, enabling industries and researchers to optimize processes, improve product quality, and make data-driven decisions. From engineering and manufacturing to pharmaceuticals and materials science, DOE's application has been transformative. Yet, with artificial intelligence and...

The Windsor Locks CanalYankee Enterprise and Irish MuscleJ. Christopher Kervick's compelling new book touches all the bases in the making of classic history. It is the story of human enterprise, ambition, invention, raw manpower, and the clash of cultures. This uniquely American accomplishment could...

Dear Readers, We invite you to permeate the advances in Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) from the perspective of educational changes, especially in the implementation of semi-presential courses in higher education. Connectivism emerges in this context as a new educational approach. This theory proposed...

Municipalities (Cities, Towns, and Counties) in the United States follow the rules and regulations established by state law and the Federal government. The author's primary purpose is to provide residential and commercial site development guidance to property owners, developers, architects, engineers, students, and contractors...

This book provides a strategic roadmap creating the next generation of brands and experiences that create new wealth and make a difference in the world. It provides insights into using new technologies such as artificial intelligence to innovate the customer experience, restore meritocracy in...

This practical guide provides instructions and patterns for making a variety of stylish and fashionable hats at home. It covers a range of materials, techniques, and styles, and includes tips and advice for customizing designs to suit individual tastes and budgets.This work has been...

This book provides an in-depth look at the Boston City Hospital's expansion and modernization in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Cowles details the challenges faced by the hospital and the forward-thinking solutions that were implemented to provide better care for patients in...

The Bar Code PuzzleBy: W. E. AndersonFor fifty years, an obvious message has been hidden in plain sight. This work reveals it.Within the Universal Product Code, the scannable code emblazoned upon nearly every product we use today, there is a discernible order to the...

Just imagine you were looking for your first dog, a puppy, and when you contacted a breeder he would ask of you that you needed to learn everything about dogs from him, before he would trust you with one of his puppies. As a...

Noncooperative Game Theory is aimed at students interested in using game theory as a design methodology for solving problems in engineering and computer science. João Hespanha shows that such design challenges can be analyzed through game theoretical perspectives that help to pinpoint each problem's...

Author: Juan A. ConesaISBN-10: 3527354115ISBN-13: 9783527354115Publisher: Wiley-VchLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/23/2024Pages: 416Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.50lbsSize: 9.61h x 6.69w x 0.59d

Tracing the recent changes to the technology of film editing, this book offers an account of the aesthetics of digital montage. It is commonly argued that the changes to the technical apparatus of editing, the emergence of new systems for digital editing, have altered...

Author: Alexis C. VaughnISBN-13: 9798992264807Publisher: Off Course MediaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/21/2025Pages: 148Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.46lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.40dLarge Print

The Boy Who Knew His Career at Nine. This is the amazing story of how Jerry Stadtmiller restored over 100 antique airplanes to flying condition and earned the love and respect of all who came to know him. Author: Lisa TurnerISBN-10: 1736632868ISBN-13: 9781736632864Publisher: Turner...

Reduce administrative headaches, streamline prep time, and create unforgettable lessons. Welcome a new era of teaching with AI.Drowning in a sea of paperwork? Overwhelmed with preparing lesson plans and homework?Many teachers find themselves grappling with the challenging task of balancing their teaching responsibilities with...

The architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry, alongside the digital heritage sector, is increasingly benefiting from augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). These technologies, paired with advanced digital visualization, create interactive models of complex environments. Methods like scan-to-BIM, HBIM, and CoSim convert 3D...

The characteristics of power electronics in the safe and stable operation of power systems have been a trend in the research of new power systems, and this reprint focuses on research related to the modeling of power electronic systems and the study of dynamic...

The balance of reversible acetylation and deacetylation of histones is critical to the regulation of chromatin structure, and it directly affects gene expression in eukaryotic organisms. Two classes of enzymes modulate histone acetylation, histone acetyl transferases (HATs) and histone deacetylases (HDACs), which catalyze the...

The Special Issue includes a collection of papers that present new methods for analyzing, operating, controlling, and protecting future power grids with increasing renewable energy utilization. Specific topics include voltage and var optimization, hardware-in-the-loop testing, the control of wind power systems, distribution system reconfiguration,...

Engineering Analysis: Advanced Mathematical Methods for Engineers introduces graduate engineering students to the fundamental but advanced mathematics tools used in engineering application, especially in mechanical, aerospace, and civil engineering. Most engineering problems are described by differential equations, particularly partial differential equations (PDEs). Deformation and...