- Table View
- List View
Advances in Dynamics of Vehicles on Roads and Tracks II: Proceedings of the 27th Symposium of the International Association of Vehicle System Dynamics, IAVSD 2021, August 17–19, 2021, Saint Petersburg, Russia (Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering)
by Anna Orlova David ColeThis book offers a snapshot of the latest research and developments in road and railway vehicle dynamics. Gathering peer-reviewed contributions to the 27th Symposium of the International Association of Vehicle System Dynamics (IAVSD), held online on August 17–19, 2021, from Saint Petersburg, Russia, it offers extensive information for both researchers and professionals in the field of ground vehicle dynamics, control and design. It covers cutting-edge methods and solutions for solving ground vehicle system dynamics-related problems, concerning control and monitoring, performance, safety and braking of road and rail vehicles, including electric and autonomous ones. Further, it reports on significant advances in vehicle design, and important applications to improve ride comfort. Overall, the book provides academics and professional with a timely reference guide on theories and methods to understand, analyze and improve vehicle stability and dynamics in a broad range of different operating conditions. Chapter "Experimental Validation of a Semi-physical Modelling Approach of the Influence of Tyre Rotation on the Vertical Tyre Force Transmission and Tyre Kinematics" is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.
Advances in Dynamics of Vehicles on Roads and Tracks III: Proceedings of the 28th Symposium of the International Association of Vehicle System Dynamics, IAVSD 2023, August 21–25, 2023, Ottawa, Canada - Volume 2: Road Vehicles (Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering)
by Wei Huang Mehdi AhmadianThis book offers a timely snapshot of research and development in road vehicle dynamics. Gathering a set of peer-reviewed contributions to the 28th Symposium of the International Association of Vehicle System Dynamics (IAVSD), which was held on August 21–25, 2023 in Ottawa, Canada, this second volume of the proceedings covers a broad range of topics related to on- and off-road vehicles. Topics covered include modelling and simulation, design, control, performance monitoring, and autonomous driving. The papers in this volume also discuss strategies to improve safety, performance, and ride comfort, among others. Overall, this book provides academics and professionals with a timely reference on state-of-the-art theories and methods that can be used to understand, analyze, and improve on- and off-road vehicle safety and performance in a wide range of operating conditions.
Advances in Dynamics of Vehicles on Roads and Tracks III: Proceedings of the 28th Symposium of the International Association of Vehicle System Dynamics, IAVSD 2023, August 21–25, 2023, Ottawa, Canada - Volume 1: Rail Vehicles (Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering)
by Wei Huang Mehdi AhmadianThis book offers a timely snapshot of research and development in rail vehicle dynamics. Gathering a set of peer-reviewed contributions to the 28th Symposium of the International Association of Vehicle System Dynamics (IAVSD), which was held on August 21–25, 2023 in Ottawa, Canada, this first volume of the proceedings covers a broad range of topics relating to rail vehicles. Topics covered include modelling and simulation as well as design, control, and monitoring of rail vehicles and strategies to improve safety, performance, and ride comfort, among others. Overall, this book provides academics and professionals with a timely reference on state-of-the-art theories and methods that can be used to understand, analyze, and improve rail vehicle safety and performance in a wide range of operating conditions.
Advances in Dynamics, Optimization and Computation: A volume dedicated to Michael Dellnitz on the occasion of his 60th birthday (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #304)
by Oliver Junge Gary Froyland Oliver Schütze Sina Ober-Blöbaum Kathrin Padberg-GehleThis book presents a collection of papers on recent advances in problems concerning dynamics, optimal control and optimization. In many chapters, computational techniques play a central role. Set-oriented techniques feature prominently throughout the book, yielding state-of-the-art algorithms for computing general invariant sets, constructing globally optimal controllers and solving multi-objective optimization problems.
Advances in Dynamics, Patterns, Cognition: Challenges in Complexity (Nonlinear Systems and Complexity #20)
by Arkady Pikovsky Igor S. Aranson Nikolai F. Rulkov Lev S. TsimringThis book focuses on recent progress in complexity research based on the fundamental nonlinear dynamical and statistical theory of oscillations, waves, chaos, and structures far from equilibrium. Celebrating seminal contributions to the field by Prof. M. I. Rabinovich of the University of California at San Diego, this volume brings together perspectives on both the fundamental aspects of complexity studies, as well as in applications in different fields ranging from granular patterns to understanding of the cognitive brain and mind dynamics. The slate of world-class authors review recent achievements that together present a broad and coherent coverage of modern research in complexity greater than the sum of its parts.
Advances in E-Business Engineering for Ubiquitous Computing: Proceedings of the 16th International Conference on e-Business Engineering (ICEBE 2019) (Lecture Notes on Data Engineering and Communications Technologies #41)
by Kuo-Ming Chao Lihong Jiang Omar Khadeer Hussain Shang-Pin Ma Xiang FeiThis book presents the latest trends in scientific methods and enabling technologies to advance e-business. It consists of selected high-quality papers from the 16th International Conference on E-Business Engineering (ICEBE 2019), held in Shanghai, China, on 11–13 October 2019. ICEBE is a leading international forum for researchers, engineers, and business specialists to exchange cutting-edge ideas, findings, and experiences in the field of e-business. The book covers a range of topics, including agents for e-business, big data for e-business, Internet of Things, mobile and autonomous computing, security/privacy/trust, service-oriented and cloud computing, software engineering, blockchain, and industry applications.
Advances in Earth Observation of Global Change
by Emilio Chuvieco Xiaojun Yang Jonathan LiGlobal Change studies are increasingly being considered a vital source of information to understand the Earth Environment, in particular in the framework of human-induced climate change and land use transformation. Satellite Earth Observing systems provide a unique tool to monitor those changes. While the range of applications and innovative techniques is constantly increasing, this book provides a summary of key case studies where satellite data offer critical information to understand the causes and effects of those environmental changes, minimizing their negative impacts. This book will be of interest to researchers and practitioners in the field of remote sensing, geographical information, meteorology and environmental sciences. Also scientists and graduate up to post-graduate level students in environmental science will find valuable information in this book.
Advances in Earthquake Geotechnics (Springer Tracts in Civil Engineering)
by T. G. Sitharam Ravi S. Jakka Sreevalsa KolathayarThis book brings together contributions from world renowned researchers and practitioners in the field of geotechnical engineering. The chapters of this book are based on the keynote and invited lectures delivered at the 7th International Conference on Recent Advances in Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering and Soil Dynamics. The book presents advances in the field of soil dynamics and geotechnical earthquake engineering. A strong emphasis is placed on proving connections between academic research and field practice, with many examples, case studies, best practices, and discussions on performance-based design. This book will be of interest to research scholars, academicians and industry professionals alike.
Advances in Ecology and Environmental Engineering: Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Ecology and Environmental Engineering (RusEcoCon-2024) (Springer Proceedings in Earth and Environmental Sciences)
by Liudmila V. Radionova Dmitrii V. UlrikhThis book reports on innovative research and developments in the field of environmental protection from the influence of human activities, spanning a wide range of disciplines, including urban environmental development, resources and environment engineering, green technology, and technology potential for environmental management 4.0. Based on the International Russian Conference on Ecology and Environmental Engineering, held on March 25–28, 2024, in Sochi, Russia, the book provides academics and professionals with a timely overview of and extensive information on the state of the art in the field of industrial ecology, ecology of urban infrastructure, and environmental protection and fosters new ideas and collaborations between groups in different countries.
Advances in Effective Flow Separation Control for Aircraft Drag Reduction: Modeling, Simulations and Experimentations (Computational Methods in Applied Sciences #52)
by Jacques Periaux Ning Qin Gabriel BugedaThis book presents the results of a European-Chinese collaborative research project, Manipulation of Reynolds Stress for Separation Control and Drag Reduction (MARS), including an analysis and discussion of the effects of a number of active flow control devices on the discrete dynamic components of the turbulent shear layers and Reynolds stress. From an application point of view, it provides a positive and necessary step to control individual structures that are larger in scale and lower in frequency compared to the richness of the temporal and spatial scales in turbulent separated flows.
Advances in Elastomers I: Blends and Interpenetrating Networks (Advanced Structured Materials #11)
by Sabu Thomas P. M. Visakh Aji. P. Mathew Arup K. ChandraThis is the first volume of a two-volume work which summarizes in an edited format and in a fairly comprehensive manner many of the recent technical research accomplishments in the area of Elastomers. "Advances in Elastomers" discusses the various attempts reported on solving these problems from the point of view of the chemistry and the structure of elastomers, highlighting the drawbacks and advantages of each method. It summarize the importance of elastomers and their multiphase systems in human life and industry, and covers all the topics related to recent advances in elastomers, their blends, IPNs, composites and nanocomposites. This first volume focuses on advances on the blends and interpenetrating networks (IPNs) of elastomers.
Advances in Elastomers II: Composites and Nanocomposites (Advanced Structured Materials #12)
by Sabu Thomas P. M. Visakh Aji. P. Mathew Arup K. ChandraThis is the second volume of a two-volume work which summarizes in an edited format and in a fairly comprehensive manner many of the recent technical research accomplishments in the area of Elastomers. "Advances in Elastomers" discusses the various attempts reported on solving these problems from the point of view of the chemistry and the structure of elastomers, highlighting the drawbacks and advantages of each method. It summarize the importance of elastomers and their multiphase systems in human life and industry, and covers all the topics related to recent advances in elastomers, their blends, IPNs, composites and nanocomposites. This second volume is deals with composites and nanocomposites of elastomers.
Advances in Electric Aviation: Proceedings of the International Symposium on Electric Aircraft and Autonomous Systems 2021 (Sustainable Aviation)
by T. Hikmet Karakoc Öznur Usanmaz Ravi Rajamani Hakan Oktal Alper Dalkiran Ali Haydar ErcanThe International Symposium on Electric Aviation and Autonomous Systems (ISEAS) is a multi-disciplinary symposium that presents research on current issues in aerospace. The conference provides a platform offering insights on a broad range of current issues in the field of aviation, including electrification of aerial vehicles, all-electric aircraft, electric generation, and energy storage in aerial vehicles. ISEAS allows researchers, scientists, engineers, practitioners, policymakers, and students to exchange information, present new technologies and developments, and discuss future direction, strategies, and priorities in aviation and environmental sustainability of next-generation aircraft.
Advances in Electric Power and Energy Infrastructure: Proceedings of ICPCCI 2019 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #608)
by Axaykumar Mehta Abhishek Rawat Priyesh ChauhanThis book gathers selected research papers presented at the International Conference on Power, Control and Communication Infrastructure 2019 (ICPCCI 2019), organized by the Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research and Management (IITRAM), Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, on July 4–5, 2019. It highlights the latest advances, trends and challenges in electrical power generation-integration-transmission-distribution-conversion-storage-control, electrical machines, power quality, energy management, electrical infrastructure of future grids-buildings-cities-transportation, energy conversion, plasma technology, renewable energy & grid integration, energy storage systems, power electronic converters, power system protection & security, FACTS and HVDC, power quality, power system operation & control, computer applications in power systems, energy management, energy policies & regulation, power & energy education, restructured power system, future grids, buildings, cities & resiliency, microgrids, electrical machines & drives, transportation electrification, optimal operation, electricity-gas-water coordination, condition monitoring & predictive maintenance of electric equipment, and asset management. The solutions discussed here will encourage and inspire researchers, industry professionals and policymakers to put these methods into practice.
Advances in Electric Power and Energy Systems: Load and Price Forecasting
by Mohamed E. El-HawaryA comprehensive review of state-of-the-art approaches to power systems forecasting from the most respected names in the field, internationally Advances in Electric Power and Energy Systems is the first book devoted exclusively to a subject of increasing urgency to power systems planning and operations. Written for practicing engineers, researchers, and post-grads concerned with power systems planning and forecasting, this book brings together contributions from many of the world’s foremost names in the field who address a range of critical issues, from forecasting power system load to power system pricing to post-storm service restoration times, river flow forecasting, and more. In a time of ever-increasing energy demands, mounting concerns over the environmental impacts of power generation, and the emergence of new, smart-grid technologies, electricity price forecasting has assumed a prominent role within both the academic and industrial arenas. Short-run forecasting of electricity prices has become necessary for power generation unit schedule, since it is the basis of every maximization strategy. This book fills a gap in the literature on this increasingly important topic. Following an introductory chapter offering background information necessary for a full understanding of the forecasting issues covered, this book: Introduces advanced methods of time series forecasting, as well as neural networks Provides in-depth coverage of state-of-the-art power system load forecasting and electricity price forecasting Addresses river flow forecasting based on autonomous neural network models Deals with price forecasting in a competitive market Includes estimation of post-storm restoration times for electric power distribution systems Features contributions from world-renowned experts sharing their insights and expertise in a series of self-contained chapters Advances in Electric Power and Energy Systems is a valuable resource for practicing engineers, regulators, planners, and consultants working in or concerned with the electric power industry. It is also a must read for senior undergraduates, graduate students, and researchers involved in power system planning and operation.
Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies: Select Proceedings of ICAECT 2020 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #711)
by Sanjay Misra M. Murugappan Thangaprakash SengodanThis book comprises select proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies 2020 (ICAECT 2020). The papers presented in this book are peer-reviewed and cover latest research in electrical, electronics, communication and computer engineering. Topics covered include smart grids, soft computing techniques in power systems, smart energy management systems, power electronics, feedback control systems, biomedical engineering, geo informative systems, grid computing, data mining, image and signal processing, video processing, computer vision, pattern recognition, cloud computing, pervasive computing, intelligent systems, artificial intelligence, neural network and fuzzy logic, broad band communication, mobile and optical communication, network security, VLSI, embedded systems, optical networks and wireless communication. The volume can be useful for students and researchers working in the different overlapping areas of electrical, electronics and communication engineering.
Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies: Select Proceedings of ICAECT 2019 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #672)
by Thangaprakash Sengodan M. Murugappan Sanjay MisraThe book comprises select proceedings of the first International Conference on Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies 2019 (ICAECT 2019). The papers presented in this book are peer reviewed and cover wide range of topics in Electrical and Computer Engineering fields. This book contains the papers presenting the latest developments in the areas of Electrical, Electronics, Communication systems and Computer Science such as smart grids, soft computing techniques in power systems, smart energy management systems, power electronics, feedback control systems, biomedical engineering, geo informative systems, grid computing, data mining, image and signal processing, video processing, computer vision, pattern recognition, cloud computing, pervasive computing, intelligent systems, artificial intelligence, neural network and fuzzy logic, broad band communication, mobile and optical communication, network security, VLSI, embedded systems, optical networks and wireless communication. This book will be of great use to the researchers and students in the areas of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Communication systems and Computer Science.
Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies: Select Proceedings of ICAECT 2021 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #881)
by Thangaprakash Sengodan M. Murugappan Sanjay MisraThis book comprises select proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies 2021 (ICAECT 2021). The papers presented in this book are peer-reviewed and cover the latest research in electrical, electronics, communication, and computer engineering. Topics covered include smart grids, soft computing techniques in power systems, smart energy management systems, power electronics, feedback control systems, biomedical engineering, geographic information systems, grid computing, data mining, image and signal processing, video processing, computer vision, pattern recognition, cloud computing, pervasive computing, intelligent systems, artificial intelligence, neural network and fuzzy logic, broadband communication, mobile and optical communication, network security, VLSI, embedded systems, optical networks, and wireless communication. The book is useful for students and researchers working in the different overlapping areas of electrical, electronics, and communication engineering.
Advances in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Computer Science (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #741)
by Zahriladha Zakaria Seyed Sattar EmamianThis book highlights the recent research works on computer science, electrical and electronic engineering which was presented virtually during the 2nd International Conference on Computer Science, Electrical & Electronic Engineering (ICCEE 2020) on 17th and 18th August 2020. Written by leading researchers and industry professionals, the papers highlight recent advances and address current issues in the respective fields.
Advances in Electrical Control and Signal Systems: Select Proceedings of AECSS 2019 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #665)
by Gayadhar Pradhan Stella Morris Niranjan NayakThis book presents select proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Electrical Control and Signal Systems (AECSS) 2019. The focus is on the current developments in control and signal systems in electrical engineering, and covers various topics such as power systems, energy systems, micro grid, smart grid, networks, fuzzy systems and their control. The book also discusses various properties and performance of signal systems and their applications in different fields. The contents of this book can be useful for students, researchers as well as professionals working in power and energy systems, and other related fields.
Advances in Electrical Systems and Innovative Renewable Energy Techniques: The Proceedings of the International Conference on Electrical Systems and Automation (Volume 1) (Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation)
by Mohamed Bendaoud Amine El Fathi Farhad Ilahi Bakhsh Siano PierluigiThis edited book on “Advances in Electrical Systems and Innovative Renewable Energy Techniques” is an outcome of the selected papers presented at the International Conference on Electrical Systems & Automation, (ICESA 2023) held from 29 to 30, May 2023 at the Faculty of Sciences and technologies, Al Hoceïma, Morocco.This edited book is divided into 2 volumes. This volume will be divided into 3 parts, each devoted to distinct yet interconnected aspects of the subject matter.The first part focuses on various advancements in renewable energy techniques. It explores topics ranging from biomass combustion characteristics and hydrogen production using photovoltaics to the assessment of wave energy potential and the performance evaluation of solar collectors. These research papers not only shed light on the current state-of-the-art technologies but also offer valuable insights into their implementation, efficiency, and potential impact on the energy landscape.The second part focuses on interdisciplinary approaches between electrical and renewable energy systems and includes research chapters on photovoltaic (PV) energy, wind energy, and microgrid systems.For PV systems, several topics and issues are addressed such as modeling of PV systems using single diode model and double diode model; analytical and numerical methods for extraction of PV parameters; extraction of maximum power from PV system using integral SMC strategy, sun-pointing orientation, SuDoKu, and ANN algorithms; and fault detection and classification based on metaheuristic technique, and feedforward neural network.For the wind system, its modeling is first discussed, and then the control of the wind system using direct power, PI, fuzzy logic, sliding mode, and time delay strategies is analyzed.In the third part, the chapters focus on efficient energy management, optimization of microgrids, and the use of advancedtechnologies to improve energy performance. Researchers present innovative solutions to address the challenges of energy efficiency, grid responsiveness, and the integration of new energy sources.
Advances in Electromagnetic Fields in Living Systems: Volume 5, Health Effects of Cell Phone Radiation (Advances in Electromagnetic Fields in Living Systems #5)
by James C. LinHealth Effects of Cell Phone Radiation will offer a concentrated and up-to-date overview on the effects of radio frequencies on human tissue. While significant advances are being made on many fronts, ranging in frequency from quasi-static to the optical regime, a special emphasis of this volume is on current understanding of biological interactions of cellular mobile communication radiation. The use of cell-phones has experienced phenomenal growth - some estimate that there will be more than 3.5 billion users of these wireless devices by the end of 2010, worldwide. The widespread impact of these new wireless technologies has raised concerns about the safety of human exposure to radio-frequency (RF) energy emitted by these telecommunication devices. A better understanding of the biological effects of RF electromagnetic field is needed to safeguard against possible harm to the general population. Fortunately in recent years there has been a resurgence of research interest in achieving a quantitative understanding of the relationships between the biological effects of RF radiation and the physical variables that may cause them. A significant number of results have and are beginning to appear in the literature. This volume reviews and assesses the biological effects of exposure to electromagnetic fields from wireless communication technology.
Advances in Electromagnetics Empowered by Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning (IEEE Press Series on Electromagnetic Wave Theory)
by Sawyer D. Campbell Douglas H. WernerAdvances in Electromagnetics Empowered by Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning Authoritative reference on the state of the art in the field with additional coverage of important foundational concepts Advances in Electromagnetics Empowered by Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning presents cutting-edge research advances in the rapidly growing areas in optical and RF electromagnetic device modeling, simulation, and inverse-design. The text provides a comprehensive treatment of the field on subjects ranging from fundamental theoretical principles and new technological developments to state-of-the-art device design, as well as examples encompassing a wide range of related sub-areas. The content of the book covers all-dielectric and metallodielectric optical metasurface deep learning-accelerated inverse-design, deep neural networks for inverse scattering, applications of deep learning for advanced antenna design, and other related topics. To aid in reader comprehension, each chapter contains 10-15 illustrations, including prototype photos, line graphs, and electric field plots. Contributed to by leading research groups in the field, sample topics covered in Advances in Electromagnetics Empowered by Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning include: Optical and photonic design, including generative machine learning for photonic design and inverse design of electromagnetic systems RF and antenna design, including artificial neural networks for parametric electromagnetic modeling and optimization and analysis of uniform and non-uniform antenna arrays Inverse scattering, target classification, and other applications, including deep learning for high contrast inverse scattering of electrically large structures Advances in Electromagnetics Empowered by Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning is a must-have resource on the topic for university faculty, graduate students, and engineers within the fields of electromagnetics, wireless communications, antenna/RF design, and photonics, as well as researchers at large defense contractors and government laboratories.
Advances in Electromechanical Technologies: Select Proceedings of TEMT 2019 (Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering)
by P. M. Pandey V. C. Pandey S. K. GargThis book comprises select peer-reviewed papers from the International Conference on Emerging Trends in Electromechanical Technologies & Management (TEMT) 2019. The focus is on current research in interdisciplinary areas of mechanical, electrical, electronics and information technologies, and their management from design to market. The book covers a wide range of topics such as computer integrated manufacturing, additive manufacturing, materials science and engineering, simulation and modelling, finite element analysis, operations and supply chain management, decision sciences, business analytics, project management, and sustainable freight transportation. The book will be of interest to researchers and practitioners of various disciplines, in particular mechanical and industrial engineering.
Advances in Electronics, Communication and Computing: Select Proceedings of ETAEERE 2020 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #709)
by Akash Kumar Bhoi Pradeep Kumar Mallick Gyoo-Soo Chae Kanak KalitaThis book comprises select proceedings of the international conference ETAEERE 2020, and covers latest research in the areas of electronics, communication and computing. The book includes different approaches and techniques for specific applications using particle swarm optimization, Otsu’s function and harmony search optimization algorithm, DNA-NAND gate, triple gate SOI MOSFET, micro-Raman and FTIR analysis, high-k dielectric gate oxide, spectrum sensing in cognitive radio, microstrip antenna, GPR with conducting surfaces, energy efficient packet routing, iBGP route reflectors, circularly polarized antenna, double fork shaped patch radiator, implementation of Doppler radar at 24 GHz, iris image classification using SVM, digital image forgery detection, secure communication, spoken dialog system, and DFT-DCT spreading strategies. Given the range of topics covered, this book can be useful for both students and researchers working in electronics and communication.