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Management of Radioactive Waste
by Jean-Claude AmiardThe classification of radioactive waste varies from state to state. This results in different management procedures for each country, while following IAEA and OECD/NEA recommendations.Radioactive waste comes from numerous sources. The largest volumes are generated by the decommissioning and dismantling of nuclear facilities. Long-lived, medium- and high-activity waste – categorized as the most hazardous types of waste – are in fact largely produced by nuclear power reactors, spent fuel reprocessing plants and nuclear accidents.Final disposal of very low-activity, low-activity and very short-lived waste is well controlled. However, final solutions for certain categories, including long-lived waste, sorted waste and spent graphite waste, are not yet in place.Management of Radioactive Waste reviews all the possible solutions and presents those chosen by the various states, including a chapter detailing policy on radioactive waste management, taking France as an example.
Management of River Basins and Dams: The Zambezi River Basin
by M. J. TumbareThe Zambezi river basin is the fourth largest river basin in Africa and drains a total of some 1350.000 square km. The basin drains eight countries: Angola, Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe. The river flows over the famous Victoria Falls into the third largest artificial lake in the world: Lake Kariba. The Zambezi Basin is rich in natural resources and has a large hydro-power potential. This volume contains 37 papers which have been published in international journals, or presented at international conferences by the Zambezi River Authority staff. The topics covered include: Dam Safety, Rehabilitation and Maintenance, Environment and Health, Hydrology, Limnology, Information Systems, Water Resource Management, Hydropower Development and Socio-Economic Issues.
Management of Soil Problems
by Khan Towhid OsmanSoils are neither good nor bad, but some have inherent or acquired characteristics that may or may not suit our intended use. Unsuitable characteristics are considered to be soil problems, soil constraints or soil limitations. Only twelve percent of global land is right for agricultural production without much limitation. Some soils have severe limitations for crop production. These soils are so called ‘problem soils’. Many of them do not have enough fertility to be productive; some are arid and saline; some are very sandy and dry; and some are wet and waterlogged for most of the growing season. The global demand for food, wood, fuel, fiber, medicine and other plant products for the 7.2 billion current world population has created such an immense pressure on global soil resources that even the most fertile soils are losing their productive capacity. We are being compelled to bring more and more unsuitable or marginally suitable soils under cultivation. Unless innovative and integrated soil, crop and environmental management practices are adopted for their improvement and sustainable use, further degradation is inevitable. This book, Management of Soil Problems, identifies the problems and discusses management options in a smooth and reader-friendly style. It will be useful for students and professionals of soil science, agriculture, forestry, geography and environmental sciences.
Management of Speech and Video Telephony Quality in Heterogeneous Wireless Networks
by Błażej LewcioThis book shows how networking research and quality engineering can be combined to successfully manage the transmission quality when speech and video telephony is delivered in heterogeneous wireless networks. Nomadic use of services requires intelligent management of ongoing transmission, and to make the best of available resources many fundamental trade-offs must be considered. Network coverage versus throughput and reliability of a connection is one key aspect, efficiency versus robustness of signal compression is another. However, to successfully manage services, user-perceived Quality of Experience (QoE) in heterogeneous networks must be known, and the perception of quality changes must be understood. These issues are addressed in this book, in particular focusing on the perception of quality changes due to switching between diverse networks, speech and video codecs, and encoding bit rates during active calls.
Management of Structure Formation and Properties of Cement Concretes (Innovation and Discovery in Russian Science and Engineering)
by Ivan A. Parinov Alexander V. Cherpakov Levon R. Mailyan Sergey A. Stel’makh Evgenii M. Shcherban' Mikhail G. Kholodnyak Alla S. SmolyanichenkoThe book presents Russian experience in researching and developing theoretical and experimental problems of heavy concrete elements and constructions with functionally gradient structure, manufactured by using mechanical and electromagnetic vibrations, and broadly utilized in different areas of industry. Original theoretical, experimental and numerical methods are developed for the analysis and design of the aggregate and local characteristics of vibrated, centrifuged and vibro-centrifuged concrete rings and columns. The promising experimental techniques and results presented in this volume have been supported by Russian patents and used for improvement of reinforced concrete products.
Management of Technology
by Hans J. Thamhain* Presents assessment methods for organization and management processes. * Provides special tools and techniques for managing and organizing R&D, new product, and project-oriented challenges. * Includes real-world case studies.
Management of Turfgrass Diseases
by Joseph M. VargasThis Second Edition of Management of Turfgrass Diseases has been completely revised and updated to provide the latest information on maintaining a healthy turf and identifying turf diseases. Written by a leading international lecturer on turf grasses, the book covers cultural, genetic, biological, and chemical approaches to turf management and provides practical solutions to everyday problems. Fungal, bacterial, and viral diseases; black layer disease; and diseases caused by nematodes are addressed for all major grasses. You'll learn about cool and warm season grasses, growing conditions, new diseases, symptoms, and identification and management techniques. Valuable tips on irrigation, fertilization, and grass culture as well as 72 full-color photographs and more than 100 figures ensure this book will be dog-eared from use. It's almost like having your own private turfgrass consultant sitting right on your bookshelf. What's New in the Second Edition?This second edition features new grasses, new diseases, and the latest research findings and practices. You'll have the most up-to-date information available on these major grasses:
Management of Uncertainty Using Linguistic Z-Numbers: Applications for Decision-Making, Granular Computing and Social Networks (Studies in Fuzziness and Soft Computing #434)
by Tofigh Allahviranloo Sovan SamantaThis book is an in-depth study of the application of Linguistic Z numbers in various domains. It is divided into 18 chapters, each focusing on different aspects and applications of Linguistic Z numbers. The first chapter introduces the concept of a Linguistic Z number fuzzy probabilistic rough set and their corresponding three-way decisions. The second chapter discusses the TOPSIS-based multi-attribute group decision-making (MAGDM) under Linguistic Z number information. The third chapter presents a new approach of multi-criteria group decision-making (MCGDM): MARCOS-based alternatives measurement with ranking under Linguistic Z number information and their application in the selection of logistics distribution cold chain center. The fourth chapter focuses on the Linguistic Z number environment-based site selection of medical logistic centers with the TODIM-VIKOR approach. The fifth chapter explores MCGDM based on TODIM-PROMETHEE II under Linguistic Z number environment and their application in site selection of emergency shelters. The sixth chapter introduces a novel approach of extended ORESTE-based Linguistic Z number MAGDM and their applications in the ability of regional energy assessment. The seventh chapter discusses MCGDM based on MULTIMOORA with Linguistic Z number and their application in software selection. The eighth chapter presents multi-criteria group decision-making using the LogTODIM-TOPSIS approach in a Linguistic Z number environment for selecting auto parts materials in the technology of automobiles. The ninth chapter introduces a Linguistic Z number CoCoSo approach for multi-criteria group decision-making and application to the diagnosis of sepsis. The tenth chapter discusses The ExpTODIM-VIKOR approach under a Linguistic Z number environment and its applications to solve multi-criteria group decision-making problems. This book provides a deep understanding of Linguistic Z numbers and their applications in decision-making, granular computing, and social networks. It is a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners in these fields.
Management of Waste to Control Environmental Pollutions: Sustainability and Economic Feasibility (Sustainable Landscape Planning and Natural Resources Management)
by Javid Ahmad Parray A. K. Haghi Nowsheen ShameemThis book analyzes the harmful effects of conventional waste treatments and pollution monitoring methods on the environment. It critically evaluates these methods and highlights their shortcomings that have significantly damaged the environment. The book provides a comprehensive overview of alternative waste and pollution treatment methods that can be adopted locally and internationally. It also examines appropriate resource management strategies for environmental issues and emphasizes the need for sustainable resource management practices. The book highlights the importance of education in achieving ecological sustainability, particularly in urban waste management. It elaborates on how education can raise awareness and promote sustainable waste management practices. Furthermore, the book presents the latest research topics, innovative ideas, and remediation strategies for various hazardous pollutants related to environmental issues and solutions. It provides a detailed analysis of the different remediation strategies and highlights their effectiveness in tackling environmental issues. The book also explores the innovative use of nanotechnology to achieve ecological sustainability and economic feasibility in wastewater treatment. One of the standout features of this approach is the use of microbial consortiums, which offer significant advantages over pure cultures. The need for hybrid treatment technology to effectively remediate different types of organic and inorganic pollutants from wastewater is also explored. In addition, the book highlights the application of green technology for waste management, providing innovative solutions using advanced green technologies that promote international cooperation and networking to achieve a sustainable environment. It covers advanced green technologies used to manage energy and bioproducts from waste, such as biofuel, biopolymers, fertilizers, and chemicals, without causing harm to the environment.
Management of Wastewater and Sludge: New Approaches (Science and Engineering of Air Pollution and Waste Management)
by Izharul Haq Farooqi Saif Ullah KhanManagement of micropollutants and disinfection of byproducts in municipal wastewater and extraction of energy from the sludge produced in wastewater treatment plants is under constant focus. This book presents a detailed know-how regarding sustainable management of waste produced in municipal and industrial activities through novel state-of-the-art techniques used for the treatment of toxic industrial wastes and municipal wastewater. It deals with the management of municipal sludge and solid waste including leachates produced from landfill sites. It also provides detailed information for achieving the stringent standards set by regulatory bodies for municipal and industrial effluents. Features: Covers development of new novel reactor configurations for wastewater treatment. Describes handling and removal of emerging contaminants like pharmaceutical compounds, endocrine disruptors, and disinfection byproducts. Deliberates combination of wastewater and micropollution. Contains an in-depth discussion on treatment and disposal of fecal sludge. Highlights new economically feasible techniques to enhance biogas recovery from treatment plant sludges. This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in environmental engineering, wastewater treatment, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, and energy engineering.
Management of Water Quality and Quantity (Springer Water)
by Petr Hlavínek Abdelazim M. Negm Martina ZelenakovaThis book focuses on water pollution, water management and water structures. Presenting contributions on water quality and quantity issues from the engineering point of view, it discusses a variety of issues, from storm water management in urban areas and water quantity, to hydraulic structures, hydrodynamic modeling and flood protection. The book also provides state-of-the-art insights, which that can be used to effectively solve a variety of problems in integrated water resources management, and introduces the latest research advances. Edited and authored by pioneers in the field who have been at the forefront of water management development in the Czech Republic, this book is a valuable resource for environmental professionals, including scientists and policymakers, interested in water-related issues both in the Czech Republic and elsewhere.
Management of Water Quality in Moldova
by Gheorghe DucaThis book deals with water management, one of the most challenging issues of contemporary society. Research and innovation in the field of water management must address certain fundamental aspects: access to water, water quality, water treatment, transboundary effect of water, etc. A comprehensive analysis was performed in a national research program of Moldova, entitled "Research and management of water quality". The main goal of the research program was to create and improve the legal, scientific and methodological, technological basis and sustainable development of water, implementation of modern technologies in water supply, treatment and reuse. Other priorities include expansion of access to water sources, improvement of environmental protection, especially water protection against pollution and depletion, efficient water use and establishing an effective monitoring system for disaster prevention. The topics concern research of water structure and quality, surface water, groundwater, water treatment, irrigation technologies and water pollution by remains from industry, one of the main environmental problems of our time. The book helps to get to coherent water policies of states.
Management of Water Resources in Poland (Springer Water)
by Martina Zeleňáková Abdelazim M. Negm Katarzyna Kubiak-WójcickaThis book contains a rich resource of essential information on the water resources capacities in Poland. This book contributes to the recognition of water resources management including extreme hydrological events such as floods and droughts. The book incorporates case studies illustrating solutions of water quantity management in Poland. This edited book covers all water bodies in the country including rivers, lakes, reservoirs and groundwater. The novelty of this book is that it represents the first time a manuscript covers the assessment of water resources in Poland, including variability, availability and economic use of the hydrological resources in the country with the lowest renewable resources of surface water per inhabitant in Europe. Given the depth and breadth of its coverage, the book offers engineers, researchers, policy planners, decision makers, and stakeholders essential new insights into efficient water resources management.
Management of Water Resources in Protected Areas
by James W. Lamoreaux Hermes Farfán González Irene de Bustamente Gutiérrez José Luis Corvea PorrasNatural ecosystems are heavily dependent on water, as it is essential to the development of life. The ecology and landscape play an important role in the quality and availability of water. It is no coincidence that exceptional hydrological phenomena are found in protected areas. Such is the case with, for example, the geothermic occurrences (principally, geysers) in America's Yellowstone National Park , the oldest park in the world. The Ramsar wetlands (where the ecosystem's dependency on water is strongly evident), The Iguaçu Falls (on the border of Argentina and Brazil), or the Zapata Swamp (the largest of its kind on the Caribbean island of Cuba) further exemplify this point. However, in many cases, the conservation strategies for hydraulic resources in protected areas are ignored, or simply deprived of the attention they require. There are many types of suitable management strategies for planning and protecting our valuable treasures. Hydraulic resource management in protected areas is something that must not be separated from these conservation measures. The first Symposium for the Management of Hydraulic Resources in Protected Areas was intended to be a framework of communication about experiences with water resource management in protected areas. Advances in research and possible solutions to the problems within these areas were discussed. The contributions in this proceedings volume are grouped under seven main themes: Purification and reuse of wastewater in rural communities; Impact of public use on water resources; Vulnerability and risks associated with aquifers, Design and management water resources in protected areas; Research and monitoring of water resources in protected areas; Water and its importance as a source of renewable energy in protected spaces; and Geodiversity and conservation of areas with hydraulic heritage.
Management of the Fuzzy Front End of Innovation
by Oliver Gassmann Fiona SchweitzerThis book shows the patterns of the fuzzy front end of innovation and how it can be managed successfully. Topics in this book cover traditional instruments and processes such as technology monitoring, market-oriented research management, lead-user developments, but also modern approaches such as frontloading, user community-driven innovation, crowdsourcing, anthropological expeditions, technological listening posts in global R&D settings, cross-industry innovation processes, open innovation, and IP cycle management. Contributions are based on latest research and cases studies on this new paradigm. The authors investigate this phenomenon, linking the practice of the early innovation phase to the established body of innovation research. Conceptional articles complement case studies to provide the reader with insight on managing the fuzzy front end of innovation. Lessons learned with success factors and checklists complement each chapter.
Management von Groß- und Megaprojekten im Bauwesen: Grundlagen für eine komplexitätsgerechte Umsetzung von Infrastrukturvorhaben
by Michael Frahm Hamid RahebiGroß - und Megaprojekte zeichnen sich besonders durch Ihre Komplexität aus. Damit wirksam umzugehen, ist Gegenstand dieses „Management“-Buches. Dabei werden die den Organisationssystemen zu Grunde liegenden Strukturen mit Ansätzen aus den System- und Komplexitätswissenschaften verständlich gemacht. Im Weiteren wurden aktuelle und wichtige wissenschaftliche Erkenntnisse aus der Groß- und Megaprojektforschung genauso verarbeitet wie Erkenntnisse aus Erfolgsprojekten und praktische Erfahrungen.Der Inhalt umspannt dabei viele relevante Themen von komplexen Projekten, Großprojekten und Megaprojekten mit der Perspektive der Vorbereitungs- (Planungs-) - und Ausführungsphase. Dabei werden Projektgestaltung, Umgang mit Stakeholdern, Projektorganisation, Kosten-, Termin-, und Risikomanagement, Verträge, Lean Management, Digitalisierung, Mitarbeit und Führung und Erfolgsprojekte beschrieben.Das Buch bietet sowohl einen grundlegenden als auch einen vertiefenden Einblick in die Welt des Groß- und Megaprojektmanagements von Bauprojekten/ Infrastrukturprojekten und eignet sich damit sowohl für Einsteiger als auch für Experten.
Management, Control and Evolution of IP Networks (Wiley-iste Ser.)
by Guy PujolleInternet Protocol (IP) networks have, for a number of years, provided the basis for modern communication channels. However, the control and management of these networks needs to be extended so that the required Quality of Service can be achieved. Information about new generations of IP networks is given, covering the future of pervasive networks (that is, networks that arealways present), Wi-Fi, the control of mobility and improved Quality of Service, sensor networks, inter-vehicle communication and optical networks.
Management, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Challenging Global Times: Proceedings of the 16th International Symposium in Management (SIM 2021) (Lecture Notes in Management and Industrial Engineering)
by Laura Brancu Gabriela I. Prostean Juan J. Lavios Faruk ŞahinManagement, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Challenging Global Times begins to address the need for a response to unprecedented global situations that require large-scale cooperation as well as individual organizational and institutional changes. Embodying the proceedings of the 16th International Symposium in Management, held in Timisoara, Romania in October 2021, this book gathers interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary studies, which highlight less-high-profile research concepts in management and industrial engineering.The contributions discuss details of state-of-the-art business-process-management techniques that integrate innovative methods with technologies that promote organizational agility. The methodologies used are sparking breakthroughs in entrepreneurship, financial management, supply-chain management and sustainability management. Other contributions deal with the important process of digitization, which underlies the Industry 4.0 idea and raises issuesacross the fields discussed in this volume. Related areas, such as management-information systems and business philosophies that adapt and use contemporary approaches to maximize organizational knowledge feature among the contributions. Similarly, reflecting the role of small and medium-sized enterprises in catalyzing economic growth, part of the book focuses on a set of tools and techniques designed for their benefit.This book assembles contributions from international sources that will help researchers and students interested in industrial and business management to tackle problems that persist from the economic crisis of the late 2000s right up to those that arise as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic of the early 2020s.
Management, Quality and Economics in Building
by P.S. Brandon A. BezelgaFirst published in 1991. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Management, Tourism and Smart Technologies: ICMTT 2023 Volume 1 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #773)
by Álvaro Rocha Carlos Montenegro Juan Manuel Cueva LovelleThis book presents advances in the research of various entities in the world, which are working on the application of technology or management in tourism. Indeed, one of the sectors hardest hit by the pandemic was tourism, likewise one of the post-pandemic effects is the rapid recovery of the sector, but more importantly is the great innovation that has occurred in marketing strategies for tourism using technology and applying management strategies not only to be more profitable but to have the best customer satisfaction. The book is aimed at the general public that seeks to innovate, learn from lessons learned and establish a knowledge base in mechanisms that apply technology or management in tourism, with the aim of improving the experience of all those involved in the business chain.This compendium aims to share all those great experiences and researches in the areas of: Managements, Tourism, Marketing strategies in Management, Tourism and Technology, Technology, Applied Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Business Administration, Cloud Computing, Educational Management, Finance, Insurance and Services Management, Health Tourism, Human Resource Management, Information Systems Planning and Management, Information Technologies in Tourism, Internet Technology, Knowledge Management, Management of Supply Chain and Logistics, Marketing Innovation, Robotics, Strategic Management Innovation, Sustainability Management, Technical Economy Management, Technical Innovation and Management, Technology in Tourism and Tourist Experience, Tourism Industry and Ecology, Tourism Management, a total of 77 research projects and many spaces and relationships between researchers to collaborate in the advancement of science are presented.
Management, Tourism and Smart Technologies: ICMTT 2023 Volume 2 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #774)
by Álvaro Rocha Carlos Montenegro Juan Manuel Cueva LovelleThis book presents advances in the research of various entities in the world, which are working on the application of technology or management in tourism. Indeed, one of the sectors hardest hit by the pandemic was tourism, likewise one of the post-pandemic effects is the rapid recovery of the sector, but more importantly is the great innovation that has occurred in marketing strategies for tourism using technology and applying management strategies not only to be more profitable but to have the best customer satisfaction. The book is aimed at the general public that seeks to innovate, learn from lessons learned and establish a knowledge base in mechanisms that apply technology or management in tourism, with the aim of improving the experience of all those involved in the business chain.This compendium aims to share all those great experiences and researches in the areas of: Managements, Tourism, Marketing strategies in Management, Tourism and Technology, Technology, Applied Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Business Administration, Cloud Computing, Educational Management, Finance, Insurance and Services Management, Health Tourism, Human Resource Management, Information Systems Planning and Management, Information Technologies in Tourism, Internet Technology, Knowledge Management, Management of Supply Chain and Logistics, Marketing Innovation, Robotics, Strategic Management Innovation, Sustainability Management, Technical Economy Management, Technical Innovation and Management, Technology in Tourism and Tourist Experience, Tourism Industry and Ecology, Tourism Management, a total of 77 research projects and many spaces and relationships between researchers to collaborate in the advancement of science are presented.
Management, Tourism and Smart Technologies: ICMTT 2024 Volume 1 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1190)
by Álvaro Rocha Elisabeth T. Pereira Carlos Montenegro Waldo Ibarra José A. M. VictorThis book features a selection of articles from the 2024 International Conference on Management, Tourism and Technologies (ICMTT´24), held at the Universidad Nacional de San Antonio Abad del Cusco, in Cusco, Peru, between May 9 and 11, 2024. ICMTT is an international forum for researchers and practitioners to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, results, experiences and concerns in the several perspectives of Management, Tourism and Technologies. The main and distinctive areas covered are: Area A – Managements; Area B – Tourism; Area C – Marketing strategies in Management, Tourism and Technology; and Area D – Technology. The primary market of this book is postgraduates and researchers in Management, Tourism and Technologies fields. And the secondary market is undergraduates and professionals as well in management, tourism and technologies fields.
Management, Tourism and Smart Technologies: ICMTT 2024 Volume 2 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1191)
by Álvaro Rocha Elisabeth T. Pereira Carlos Montenegro Waldo Ibarra José A. M. VictorThis book features a selection of articles from the 2024 International Conference on Management, Tourism and Technologies (ICMTT´24), held at the Universidad Nacional de San Antonio Abad del Cusco, in Cusco, Peru, between May 9 and 11, 2024. ICMTT is an international forum for researchers and practitioners to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, results, experiences and concerns in the several perspectives of Management, Tourism and Technologies. The main and distinctive areas covered are: Area A – Managements; Area B – Tourism; Area C – Marketing strategies in Management, Tourism and Technology; and Area D – Technology. The primary market of this book is postgraduates and researchers in Management, Tourism and Technologies fields. And the secondary market is undergraduates and professionals as well in management, tourism and technologies fields.
Managementwissen für Naturwissenschaftler und Ingenieure
by Olaf E. KrausManagementwissen wird nicht nur in Wirtschaft und Industrie, sondern auch in der Forschung und bei Behörden mehr denn je vorausgesetzt. Diese Anforderung trifft Ingenieure und Naturwissenschaftler oft unvorbereitet. Das Buch ist in dieser Situation ein unentbehrlicher Ratgeber - ob beim Berufseinstieg, der Existenzgründung oder dem Karrieresprung. Für die Neuauflage konnte der Herausgeber neue Autoren aus dem ingenieurs- und wirtschaftswissenschaftlichen Bereich gewinnen. Der Schwerpunkt der Darstellung liegt auf Vorgehensweisen im Managementalltag.
Manager's Guide to Preventive Building Maintenance
by Ryan CruzanThis book is a comprehensive guide for developing an effective preventive maintenance program for any facility. Topics include facility inspection and assessment, effective lubrication practices, commercial roofing repair, indoor air quality management, applicable government codes, standards and regulations, detailed preventive maintenance procedures, and maintenance scheduling. Specific maintenance approaches are examined for more than 100 types of equipment and building components. Also discussed are the economic value of preventive maintenance, management and motivation of the preventive maintenance team, and setting up a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).