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Efficient Energy-Saving Control and Optimization for Multi-Unit Systems: A Guide for Electrical Engineers
by Fulai Yao Yaming YaoThis open access book focuses on energy efficiency optimization control methods and energy efficiency optimization methods. The mathematical proof of the multi-unit operation energy efficiency prediction theory and engineering application solutions are given. By analyzing the commonalities of the efficiency curves of different devices and using the quantum optimization method proposed in the book, a nonlinear, integer-real-number mixed energy efficiency optimization method under constrained conditions has been demonstrated. Twelve application cases, including hydropower plants, transmission networks, distribution stations, water pumping stations, high-speed trains, electric vehicles, electric ships, central air conditioning systems, central heating systems, wind power hydrogen production and multi-engine rockets, have been studied in detail. A key feature of this book is that the energy efficiency optimization of the system can be achieved without establishing a complex mathematical model of the multi-unit system, this method is simple, practical, widely applicable and versatile. It is particularly suitable for readers who are interested in learning about energy efficiency optimization and energy saving and carbon reduction solutions. This book can benefit researchers, engineers and graduate students in the fields of electrical and electronic engineering, control engineering, power engineering and energy engineering.
Efficient Energy Utilization and Emission Reduction Strategies in Plant Operations
by S. Venkatesh M. M. Matheswaran S. VijayanEfficient Energy Utilization and Emission Reduction Strategies in Plant Operations summarizes technological advancements in effective energy utilization in plant operations. It provides optimal geometrical parameters to design emission control equipment for minimum energy consumption.Focusing on current and emerging technological innovations for improving the energy efficiencies of processes in several industries, such as manufacturing, mining, dairy, and other processing industries, this book explores pollution control and design methods for low-carbon environments. It also covers reductions in greenhouse gas emissions through innovative co-production of bio-oil in combined heat and power plants.This book will be a useful reference for graduate students and academic researchers in the fields of energy management, plant operations, sustainable engineering, environmental engineering, and mechanical/industrial engineering.
Efficient Execution of Irregular Dataflow Graphs: Hardware/Software Co-optimization for Probabilistic AI and Sparse Linear Algebra
by Nimish Shah Wannes Meert Marian VerhelstThis book focuses on the acceleration of emerging irregular sparse workloads, posed by novel artificial intelligent (AI) models and sparse linear algebra. Specifically, the book outlines several co-optimized hardware-software solutions for a highly promising class of emerging sparse AI models called Probabilistic Circuit (PC) and a similar sparse matrix workload for triangular linear systems (SpTRSV). The authors describe optimizations for the entire stack, targeting applications, compilation, hardware architecture and silicon implementation, resulting in orders of magnitude higher performance and energy-efficiency compared to the existing state-of-the-art solutions. Thus, this book provides important building blocks for the upcoming generation of edge AI platforms.
Efficient High-Order Discretizations for Computational Fluid Dynamics (CISM International Centre for Mechanical Sciences #602)
by Martin Kronbichler Per-Olof PerssonThe book introduces modern high-order methods for computational fluid dynamics. As compared to low order finite volumes predominant in today's production codes, higher order discretizations significantly reduce dispersion errors, the main source of error in long-time simulations of flow at higher Reynolds numbers. A major goal of this book is to teach the basics of the discontinuous Galerkin (DG) method in terms of its finite volume and finite element ingredients. It also discusses the computational efficiency of high-order methods versus state-of-the-art low order methods in the finite difference context, given that accuracy requirements in engineering are often not overly strict. The book mainly addresses researchers and doctoral students in engineering, applied mathematics, physics and high-performance computing with a strong interest in the interdisciplinary aspects of computational fluid dynamics. It is also well-suited for practicing computational engineers who would like to gain an overview of discontinuous Galerkin methods, modern algorithmic realizations, and high-performance implementations.
Efficient Implementation of Quantum Circuit Simulation with Decision Diagrams (Synthesis Lectures on Engineering, Science, and Technology)
by Stefan Hillmich Robert WilleThis book provides an easy-to-read introduction into quantum computing as well as classical simulation of quantum circuits. The authors showcase the enormous potential that can be unleashed when doing these simulations using decision diagrams—a data structure common in the design automation community but hardly used in quantum computing yet. In fact, the covered algorithms and methods are able to outperform previously proposed solutions on certain use cases and, hence, provide a complementary solution to established approaches. The award-winning methods are implemented and available as open-source under free licenses and can be easily integrated into existing frameworks such as IBM’s Qiskit or Atos’ QLM.
Efficient Lighting Applications and Case Studies
by Albert Thumann Scott C. DunningWith the increased concern for energy conservation in recent years, much attention has been focused on lighting energy consumption and methods for reducing it. Along with this concern for energy efficient lighting has come the realization that lighting has profound effects on worker productivity as well as important aesthetic qualities. This book presents an introduction to lighting design and energy efficiency which can be utilized while maintaining the quality of illumination. Topics include lighting energy management, selection of lamps, task lighting, lighting design, lighting control, reflectors, ballast selection, natural daylighting, wireless lighting control, and case studies.
Efficient Nonlinear Adaptive Filters: Design, Analysis and Applications
by Haiquan Zhao Badong ChenThis book presents the design, analysis, and application of nonlinear adaptive filters with the goal of improving efficient performance (ie the convergence speed, steady-state error, and computational complexity). The authors present a nonlinear adaptive filter, which is an important part of nonlinear system and digital signal processing and can be applied to diverse fields such as communications, control power system, radar sonar, etc. The authors also present an efficient nonlinear filter model and robust adaptive filtering algorithm based on the local cost function of optimal criterion to overcome non-Gaussian noise interference. The authors show how these achievements provide new theories and methods for robust adaptive filtering of nonlinear and non-Gaussian systems. The book is written for the scientist and engineer who are not necessarily an expert in the specific nonlinear filtering field but who want to learn about the current research and application. The book is also written to accompany a graduate/PhD course in the area of nonlinear system and adaptive signal processing.
Efficient Online Incentive Mechanism Designs for Wireless Communications (SpringerBriefs in Computer Science)
by Gang Li Jun CaiThis book initially delves into its fundamentals to initiate the exploration of online incentive mechanisms in wireless communications. Three case studies are provided to elaborate details on designing online mechanism design in practical system. For crowdsensing with random task arrivals, this book introduces a linear online incentive mechanism model with insurance of the quality of information for each incoming task. In the context of edge computing systems, the authors model a nonlinear online incentive mechanism with the consideration of mobile users’ energy budget constraints. It also explores online incentive mechanism for collaborative task offloading in mobile edge computing to achieve on-arrival instant responses. This book not only disseminates current knowledge but also sheds light on future research directions. The design of incentive mechanisms in wireless communication systems is of paramount importance as it encourages dormant terminals within networks to contribute their valuable resources. The consideration of randomness of network processes enhances the mechanism design under online settings and decision making on the fly. This book endeavours to bridge existing knowledge gaps by comprehensively presenting and developing fundamental insights into online incentive mechanisms and their design methods in the realm of wireless communications. It’s one of the first books to provide a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of online incentive mechanisms and their intricately designed methods in the dynamic world of wireless communications. Future research directions include an investigation in the evolving domain of online incentive mechanism designs within wireless communications. This book strikes a balance between theoretical knowledge and practical application, making it a valuable resource for both researchers and practitioners in the field of wireless communications and network economics. Advanced-level students majoring in computer science and/or electrical engineering will want to purchase this book as a study guide.
Efficient Online Learning Algorithms for Total Least Square Problems (Engineering Applications of Computational Methods #21)
by Xiangyu Kong Dazheng FengThis book reports the developments of the Total Least Square (TLS) algorithms for parameter estimation and adaptive filtering. Specifically, it introduces the authors’ latest achievements in the past 20 years, including the recursive TLS algorithms, the approximate inverse power iteration TLS algorithm, the neural based MCA algorithm, the neural based SVD algorithm, the neural based TLS algorithm, the TLS algorithms under non-Gaussian noises, performance analysis methods of TLS algorithms, etc. In order to faster the understanding and mastering of the new methods provided in this book for readers, before presenting each new method in each chapter, a specialized section is provided to review the closely related several basis models. Throughout the book, large of procedure of new methods are provided, and all new algorithms or methods proposed by us are tested and verified by numerical simulations or actual engineering applications. Readers will find illustrative demonstration examples on a range of industrial processes to study. Readers will find out the present deficiency and recent developments of the TLS parameter estimation fields, and learn from the the authors’ latest achievements or new methods around the practical industrial needs. In my opinion, this book can be assimilated by advanced undergraduates and graduate students, as well as statisticians, because of the new tools in data analysis, applied mathematics experts, because of the novel theories and techniques that we propose, engineers, above all for the applications in control, system identification, computer vision, and signal processing.
Efficient Petrochemical Processes: Technology, Design and Operation
by Frank (Xin Zhu James A. Johnson David W. Ablin Gregory A. ErnstThis book covers the application of methods and tools for energy optimization and process design. It focuses the application of these methods on petrochemical process units such as the aromatics process unit. The book provides practical methods and tools to industrial practitioners with the focus on improving industrial energy efficiency, reducing capital investment, and optimizing yields via better design, operation, and optimization. Broken down into six parts the book covers a range of topics including: Aromatics Process Description; Process Design Considerations; Petrochemical Separation Design; Process Integration; Process system optimization; Types of revamps; Equipment assessment; Common operating issues; and Troubleshooting case analysis to name a few.
Efficient Screening Techniques to Identify Mutants with TR4 Resistance in Banana: Protocols
by Joanna Jankowicz-Cieslak Ivan L. IngelbrechtBananas are a staple food for over 500 million people and are also an important cash crop. Fusarium wilt, caused by the fungus Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. cubense, is one of the most destructive diseases of banana globally. Since the 1990s, an aggressive variant of this fungus, called Tropical Race 4 (TR4), severely affected banana plantations in Southeast Asia from where it spread to other continents, including Latin America, where the global banana export market is primarily centred. TR4 is a soil borne pathogen making the disease difficult to contain. The Joint FAO/IAEA Centre of Nuclear Techniques in Food and Agriculture implemented a Coordinated Research Project (CRP) ‘Efficient Screening Techniques to Identify Mutants with Disease Resistance for Coffee and Banana” (2015-2020). This CRP brought together experts from Asia, Europe and Africa in addition to experts of the Joint FAO/IAEA Centre to develop resistance against TR4 through mutation-assisted breeding. Induced mutagenesis is particularly attractive in case of banana since most cultivated bananas are seedless, thus hampering conventional cross breeding.This Open Access book is a compilation of the protocols developed under the CRP specifically for TR4. The first part covers methods for mutation induction, including the integrated use of innovative single-cell culture with mutagenesis techniques. The book also describes up-to-date phenotypic screening methods for TR4 resistance in banana under field-, greenhouse- and laboratory conditions. Finally, molecular and bioinformatics tools for genome-wide mutation discovery following Next Generation Sequencing are also described. Given the imminent threat of Fusarium Wilt TR4 on banana production globally, it is our hope and intention that the book will serve as a timely reference and guide for banana breeders and pathologists worldwide who are committed to the genetic improvement of banana for Fusarium wilt resistance.
Efficient Sensor Interfaces, Advanced Amplifiers and Low Power RF Systems
by Kofi A.A. Makinwa Andrea Baschirotto Pieter HarpeThis book is based on the 18 tutorials presented during the 24th workshop on Advances in Analog Circuit Design. Expert designers present readers with information about a variety of topics at the frontier of analog circuit design, including low-power and energy-efficient analog electronics, with specific contributions focusing on the design of efficient sensor interfaces and low-power RF systems. This book serves as a valuable reference to the state-of-the-art, for anyone involved in analog circuit research and development.
Efficient Test Methodologies for High-Speed Serial Links
by Kwang-Ting Cheng Dongwoo HongEfficient Test Methodologies for High-Speed Serial Links describes in detail several new and promising techniques for cost-effectively testing high-speed interfaces with a high test coverage. One primary focus of Efficient Test Methodologies for High-Speed Serial Links is on efficient testing methods for jitter and bit-error-rate (BER), which are widely used for quantifying the quality of a communication system. Various analysis as well as experimental results are presented to demonstrate the validity of the presented techniques.
Efficient Transportation and Pavement Systems: Characterization, Mechanisms, Simulation, and Modeling
by Imad L. Al-Qadi Tarek Sayed Nasser A. Alnuaimi Eyad MasadInternationally, significant attention is given to transport sustainability, including planning, design, construction, evaluation, safety, and durability of the road system. The 4th International Gulf Conference on Roads: Efficient Transportation and Pavement Systems - Characterization, Mechanisms, Simulation, and Modeling, hosted by the University of Qatar, provided a forum for discussions of recent developments and research results and needs on transportation network optimization, traffic management, transportation safety, and pavement design, analysis, material characterization, modeling, and rehabilitation techniques. This book is a collection of 79 fully refereed papers and six keynote lectures.
Effiziente Faraday-Effekt-Stromsensoren (essentials)
by Reiner ThieleReiner Thiele zeigt einen Weg an einem grunds#65533;tzlichen Problem der elektrischen Energietechnik vorbei, um die Messung von hohen elektrischen Str#65533;men ohne Eingriff in den Messgr#65533;#65533;enkreis zu erm#65533;glichen. Diese Schwierigkeiten l#65533;st der Autor effizient durch die Erfindung der Verfahren und Schaltungsanordnungen zweier Faraday-Effekt-Stromsensoren zur Messung elektrischer Str#65533;me mit automatischer Elimination der Doppelbrechung der Sensor-Lichtwellenleiter und eines optischen Kopplers sowie streng linearer Beziehung zwischen Messwerten und Messgr#65533;#65533;e. Diese aufwandsarmen Stromsensoren ben#65533;tigen im Gegensatz zu anderen L#65533;sungen f#65533;r ihre Funktion weder Polarisatoren, Spiegel noch Integratoren.
Effiziente Terminplanung von Bauprojekten: Schnelleinstieg für Architekten und Bauingenieure (essentials)
by Rolf ReppertRolfReppert hat ein prägnantes Einführungswerk zur Planung und Kontrolle vonTerminen in der Baubranche verfasst. Der Leser wird schnell über die einzelnenPlanungsschritte an das effiziente Arbeiten mit einer EDV-gestützten Terminplanungherangeführt. Damit kann er in kurzer Zeit einen guten Terminplan aufstellenund hat damit eine Grundlage für die effektive Terminkontrolle seinerBauprojekte, die regelmäßig erfolgen muss. Der aktuelle Status muss immer imTerminplan abgebildet sein. Änderungen und Ergänzungen können im EDV-gestütztenArbeiten auch nachträglich erfolgen. Dadurch ist eindeutig ablesbar, ob dasProjekt rechtzeitig enden wird oder nicht. Nur so sind Verzüge rechtzeitig zuerkennen und man ist in der Lage, Gegenmaßnahmen zu ergreifen.
Efflorescence and the Discoloration of Concrete
by P RussellThis detailed book covers causes, soluble salts, prevention and removal of discoloration. it also provides a checklist for the practitioner.
Effluent Dye Removal by Microwave-Assisted Activated Carbon (SpringerBriefs in Molecular Science)
by Rehab AbdelghaffarThis book explores the potential of advanced microwave techniques, specifically microwave-assisted pyrolysis, for the production, adsorption, and regeneration of activated carbon (AC) as a promising solution to address wastewater pollution caused by dyes. The author begins with a chapter devoted to the environmental implications of water pollution and emphasizes the characteristics of dyes and various treatment techniques for their removal. The advantages and disadvantages of commercially available activated carbon are also discussed, along with the determinants for effective adsorption using high-quality activated carbon. Additionally, the chapter delves into the different types of adsorbents, including agricultural and industrial waste, as well as bioadsorbents such as microorganisms. In Chapter 2, readers will find the latest trends in using microwave techniques for the activation process. In this chapter, the author elucidates the characteristics and mechanism of microwave heating and compares it with conventional heating methods. The advantages of microwave techniques, such as improved activation procedures and the influence of different factors, are explored. Various modeling and optimization approaches for adsorption and different techniques for analyzing the surface chemistry of activated carbons are also discussed. Furthermore, the chapter showcases the applications of microwave-assisted activated carbon for dye removal. The book closes with a chapter devoted to the recycling and regeneration of spent activated carbon (SAC) using microwave techniques. In this chapter, the author examines the procedures for SAC regeneration through microwave-assisted pyrolysis and highlights the advantages over conventional heating methods. The applications of microwave-assisted activated carbon regeneration and other miscellaneous technologies utilizing microwave heating for AC production and SAC regeneration are also explored. Given its breadth, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, professionals, and policymakers in the field of environmental science and engineering.
The Effortless Sous Vide Cookbook: 140 Recipes for Crafting Restaurant-Quality Meals Every Day
by Carey CopelingThe Effortless Sous Vide Cookbook serves easy, everyday recipes for restaurant-quality mealsIt's easy to make perfectly cooked food with your sous vide, but finding the right recipes to do it night after night can be tricky. The Effortless Sous Vide Cookbook serves well-rounded, restaurant-quality meals for easy, everyday cooking. Featuring 140 no-fuss recipes, plus an overview of basic practices and new sous vide cooking techniques, The Effortless Sous Vide Cookbook transforms every kitchen into a Michelin-star restaurant.The Effortless Sous Vide Cookbook includes:Over 140 Weeknight Recipes for making vegetables, fish and seafood, red meat, poultry, dessert, and even drinks!Sous Vide 101 covering the basic sous vide practices along with new techniquesQuick Reference Guides featuring helpful charts to help you gage timing, temperature, and power to your modelSous vide cookbook recipes include: Vegetable Halloumi Kebabs, Seared Wasabi Ahi Tuna, Rosemary Veal Chop, Peanut Chicken Satay, Duck Confit, Salted Caramel Cheesecake, Espresso Martini, and much more!Make perfectly cooked meals a staple at your table with The Effortless Sous Vide Cookbook.
The Egg and I
by Betty MacdonaldThis is the first book, which Betty MacDonald wrote. It chronicles her real-life adventures with her first husband--a man who built a good barn long before fixing the rundown house. Other books by Betty MacDonald are available from Bookshare.
Egg Parasitoids in Agroecosystems with Emphasis on Trichogramma
by Fernando L. Consoli Roberto A. Zucchi José R. ParraEgg Parasitoids in Agroecosystems with emphasis on Trichogramma was conceived to help in the promotion of biological control through egg parasitoids by providing both basic and applied information. The book has a series of chapters dedicated to the understanding of egg parasitoid taxonomy, development, nutrition and reproduction, host recognition and utilization, and their distribution and host associations. There are also several chapters focusing on the mass production and commercialization of egg parasitoids for biological control, addressing important issues such as parasitoid quality control, the risk assessment of egg parasitoids to non-target species, the use of egg parasitoids in integrated pest management programs and the impact of GMO on these natural enemies. Chapters provide an in depth analysis of the literature available, are richly illustrated, and propose future trends.
Egg Science and Technology (Professional Bks.)
by William J Stadelman Debbie Newkirk Lynne NewbyHere is the complete source of information on egg handling, processing, and utilization. Egg Science and Technology, Fourth Edition covers all aspects of grading, packaging, and merchandising of shell eggs. Full of the information necessary to stay current in the field, Egg Science and Technology remains the essential reference for everyone involved in the egg industry. In this updated guide, experts in the field review the egg industry and examine egg production practices, quality identification and control, egg and egg product chemistry, and specialized processes such as freezing, pasteurization, desugarization, and dehydration. This updated edition explores new and recent trends in the industry and new material on the microbiology of shell eggs, and it presents a brand-new chapter on value-added products. Readers can seek out the most current information available in all areas of egg handling and discover totally new material relative to fractionation of egg components for high value, nonfood uses.Contributing authors to Egg Science and Technology present chapters that cover myriad topics, ranging from egg production practices to nonfood uses of eggs. Some of these specific subjects include:handling shell eggs to maintain quality at a level for customer satisfactiontrouble shooting problems during handlingchemistry of the egg, emphasizing nutritional value and potential nonfood usesmerchandising shell eggs to maximize sales in refrigerated dairy sales casesconversion of shell eggs to liquid, frozen, and dried productsvalue added products and opportunities for merchandising egg products as consumers look for greater convenienceEgg Science and Technology is a must-have reference for agricultural libraries. It is also an excellent text for upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses in food science, animal science, and poultry departments and is an ideal guide for professionals in related food industries, regulatory agencies, and research groups.
The Eggplant Genome (Compendium of Plant Genomes)
by Mark A. ChapmanThe book discusses the importance of eggplant (Solanum melongena L.) as a crop, highlighting the potential for eggplant to serve as a model for understanding several evolutionary and taxonomic questions. It also explores the genomic make-up, in particular in comparison to other Solanaceous crops, and examines the parallels between eggplant and tomato domestication as well as between the most common eggplant species and two related eggplants native to Africa (Ethiopian eggplant [Solanum aethiopicum L.] and African eggplant [Solanum macrocarpon L.]).The eggplant genome was first sequenced in 2014, and an improved version was due to be released in 2017. Further investigations have revealed the relationships between wild species, domesticated eggplant, and feral weedy eggplant (derived from the domesticate), as well as targets of selection during domestication. Parallels between eggplant and tomato domestication loci are well known and the molecular basis is currently being investigated.Eggplant is a source of nutrition for millions of people worldwide, especially in Southeast Asia where it is a staple food source. Domesticated in the old world, in contrast to its congeners tomato and potato, the eggplant is morphologically and nutritionally diverse. The spread of wild eggplants from Africa is particularly interesting from a cultural point of view. This book brings together diverse fields of research, from bioinformatics to taxonomy to nutrition to allow readers to fully understand eggplant’s importance and potential.
Eggs and Chickens: Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletin A-17 (Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin Ser.)
by John VivianSince 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.
Egress Modelling of Pedestrians for the Design of Contemporary Stadia (Digital Innovations in Architecture, Engineering and Construction)
by John Gales Kathryn Chin Timothy Young Elisabetta Carattin Mei-Yee Man OramThis book provides an understanding of people's accessibility needs, and the barriers that may affect people with different identities and circumstances (e.g. different levels of mobility, age, etc.) to alleviate any act of disabling a person and thus offer equal quality of life in the design of stadia. A lack of knowledge exists for stadia concerning demographics, specific accessibility and inclusive design solutions, available movement and behavioural data, and how future growth in attending disabled populations may affect the overall safety of circulation and evacuation in stadia. To address these needs a data collection and modelling were performed and are described in this book. The book recognizes that stadia design is at a revolutionary stage of advancement. Automated data collection technologies and methodologies are described where the authors work towards presentation of big data which can be used for future refinement of modelling technologies and AI routines.