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Apple Production Technologies: Cutting-Edge Innovative Techniques (Smart Agriculture #12)
by Zhao Zhang Dequan Zhu Chenming Zuo Bo Han Pengwei Liu Zeping WangThis book comprehensively introduces innovative technologies for practical applications in apple production, which include, but not limited to autonomous thinning, Internet of Things, drones for pollination, disease detection and control, and growth stage detection. Conventional apple production is a labor-intensive industry, and many operations require labor, such as thinning, pollination, and harvest. Increasing labor cost and shrinking labor pool negatively affect the sustainability of apple industry. Meanwhile, recent technological progress in sensors and algorithms also impacted the apple industry. These developed technologies are gradually transferring from laboratory to practical applications to benefit apple production. This book provides undergraduates, M.S., and Ph.D. students in the area of smart agriculture, computer science, and mechanical engineering innovative robotics technologies for apple production.
The Apple Revolution: Steve Jobs, the Counterculture and How the Crazy Ones Took over the World
by Luke DormehlOn 26 May, 2010 Apple Inc. passed Microsoft in valuation as the world's largest technology company. Its consumer electronic products - ranging from computers to mobile phones to portable media devices, not to mention its iTunes, iBook and App Store - have influenced nearly every facet of our lives, and it shows no sign of slowing down. But how did Apple - a company set up in the back room of a house by two friends, and one that always marketed itself as the underdog - become the marketplace leader (and the world's second largest company overall), and is it a good thing to have one company hold so much power? In The Apple Revolution Luke Dormehl shares the inside story of how Apple Inc. came to be; from the formation of the company's philosophies and user-friendly ethos, to the "iPod moment" and global domination, leaving you with a deep understanding of how it was created, why it has flourished, and where it might be going next.
Apple Vision Pro For Dummies
by Marc SaltzmanA computer you wear like goggles? Yes, it's true—learn all about the new Apple Vision Pro Apple Vision Pro For Dummies is a practical guide to Apple's first new product in eight years. Considered a “spatial computer,” Vision Pro lets you see your apps right in front of your eyes and interact with the interface using eye movement, hand gestures, and your voice. It fuses virtual reality, where you're completely immersed in a 360-degree digital space, with augmented reality, which lets you see the real world around you, but augmented (or enhanced) with digital information superimposed on top. Futuristic, right? This book helps you understand visionOS and get started with spatial computing. You'll find step-by-step instructions on using the device, navigating its interface, discovering its deep feature set, and using all the integrated applications. The Dummies series is your trusted tech mentor, and we're here to get you up to speed with the all-new Vision Pro. Learn about “mixed reality” and “spatial computing” Explore the hardware, user interface, and apps Use your new spatial computer to make calls, send messages, interact with media, and get work done Get easy-to-understand tips on how to make the most of this innovative device Anyone interested in trying out the latest and greatest in wearable technology can get a jump start, thanks to Apple Vision Pro For Dummies.
Apple Watch For Seniors For Dummies
by Dwight SpiveyHey, Siri! How do I get up to speed with this amazing watch? If you’re a proud owner of an Apple Watch, you’re in luck. These handy little devices can change the way you keep track of your health, stay in touch with friends and family, and even get around. It’s got apps for just about everything you can think of! But how do you go about getting acquainted with such a powerful tool? With Apple Watch For Seniors For Dummies, of course. This book will walk you through the aspects of owning and using an Apple Watch you’ll apply in your daily life, from taking it out of the box for the very first time to counting the calories you burned on your latest walk. This super-simple guide shows you how to: Connect your Apple Watch to your other devices, like a Mac computer or an iPhone Send messages to—and receive messages from—friends and relatives by email, text, or voice Make your watch look exactly the way you want it to with custom Apple Watch faces Whether you just got an Apple Watch as a gift or you’ve had one for a while and you’re looking to unlock even more cool features and capabilities, Apple Watch For Seniors For Dummies is your from-scratch guide to getting the most out of one of the most functional smartwatches on the market today.
Apple Watch For Seniors For Dummies
by Dwight SpiveyAll the info you want about Apple Watch, and none of the fluff you don’t Apple Watch For Seniors For Dummies helps you get the most out of your smart device. Start with the very basics if you’re an Apple Watch newbie, or, if you’re upgrading, check out the no-nonsense coverage of the latest bells and whistles. The upgraded Sleep app, Afib monitoring that you can share with your doctor, the new Medications app for logging prescriptions, and, of course, all the texting, weather, and fitness features Apple users love. This book is packed with all the information you need to get up to speed on the latest versions of the Apple Watch and watchOS 9. For users in the 60+ crowd, this For Seniors guide uses a larger font for text and a larger size for figures to make the book as easy to read as possible. You’ll also find Tips, Warnings, and Notes to help you stay safe while you make the most out of your watch and avoid common mistakes. Yep, it’s a computer for your wrist. Let this friendly guide show you all it can do. Take a simple, step-by-step approach to getting started with Apple Watch Select the right watch model for your needs and link it to your iPhone or Mac Send text messages, receive calls, and keep track of your health—from your wrist Learn the ins and outs of the latest models for 2023-2024Interested in keeping up with the latest technology trends? Get on board the Apple Watch train, thanks to this handy resource.
Apples: Preharvest and Postharvest Technology
by Rafiya Mushtaq Gulzar Ahmad Nayik Ab Raouf MalikDue to polymorphism, apples have extraordinary diversity. Depending on variety, apple fruits can differ in color, shade or size; apples even can be oval or pear-shaped. There are more than 10,000 varieties of apple, which vary in taste, shape, juiciness, texture, color, firmness and other qualities. For these reasons, apples have been diversely studied, and many improvements have been made such as the introduction of high density cropping; rootstock breeding; or varietal development. Therefore it is important to understand and document the production methods adopted and implemented in recent times for harvesting maximum benefits of the crop. Apples: Preharvest and Postharvest Technology documents production practices along with detailed illustration on varieties, rootstocks, important cultural practices and post-harvest management. This book will serve as a complete guide for apple production from farm to fork and will help students, scholars, researchers and scientists working in this domain. The book will also help growers all over the world to understand best practices for apple production, to harvest maximum yields, and in turn, to increase their returns.
Apples of North America: Exceptional Varieties for Gardeners, Growers, and Cooks
by Tom BurfordAmerican Horticulture Society Award Winner The apple is one of the most iconic fruits, traditionally picked on cool fall days and used in pies, crisps, and ciders. And there is a vast world of varieties that goes beyond the common grocery store offerings of Red Delicious and Granny Smith. With names like American Beauty, Carter’s Blue, and Fallawater, and flavors ranging from sweet to tart, this treasure trove of unique apples is ripe for discovery. There is no better guide through this tasty world than Tom Burford, whose family has grown apples in the Blue Ridge Mountains since 1715. The book is brimming with beautiful portraits of heirloom and modern apples of merit, each accompanied by distinguishing characteristics and common uses. As the view broadens to the orchard, you will find information on planting, pruning, grafting, and more. The exploration of the apple culminates with an overview of the fruit’s transformative capabilities when pressed, fermented, cooked, or dried. Beyond the polished and predictable grocery store display of Red Delicious and Granny Smith apples, a feast of beautiful and uniquely flavored North American varieties awaits the curious.
Application and Development of Data Simulation and Mechanical Analysis in Civil Engineering: ICCE 2024 (Sustainable Civil Infrastructures)
by Guangliang Feng Bo Zhang Xiao-Yong Wang Junxian Zhao Ana Almerich-ChuliaThe proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Civil Engineering are mainly aimed at middle and senior engineering and technical personnel in the field of civil engineering. It mainly reports the development of various professional fields of civil engineering, major civil engineering records, important achievements and development status of building structures, bridge structures, geotechnical mechanics and foundations, tunnels and underground structures, road and traffic engineering, construction management and other majors in scientific research and design, and also publishes papers and reports that are intersecting or closely related to the above majors in building materials, ports, water conservancy, computer applications, mechanics, disaster prevention and mitigation, etc. The purpose of this dissertation is to promote academic exchanges in the field of civil engineering at home and abroad.
Application and Extension of Numerical Methods in Heating Pipeline
by Qian XuThis book is a summary of the author's pioneering work on the theory of heating pipelines and its application expansion over the years, trying to establish a complete logical system from the basic theory of pipelines to the application of heating pipelines to the innovation and expansion of large-diameter energy transmission pipelines. These esoteric fundamental theories are linked to practical applications, and numerical simulations are used to help readers understand the problems faced by pipelines in engineering practice. The book consists of four chapters, the first chapter describes the basic concepts of district heating system, related standards, development history, facing problems and future prospects, while for the basic characteristics of district heating pipe network installation and laying methods made an introduction; followed by the second chapter summarizes and organizes the pipeline safety research of fluid-solid heat, elastic-plasticity and other basic theories, as well as heating pipeline thermal insulation system heat loss and the economic evaluation of theory and so on. Based on the basic theory of pipeline, the third and fourth chapters introduce several typical pipeline application cases in detail, and each case includes modelling, solving, and result analysis, which can provide readers with technical references and idea guidelines in the field of pipeline research. The third chapter of the different structures of the heating pipeline from the safety and economic aspects of a detailed numerical study; the fourth chapter in the heating pipeline on the basis of energy transportation pipeline, transportation medium from the original hot water, hot steam to the oil and gas, specifically introduced various types of large-diameter energy transportation pipeline under the action of different loads of the dynamic response characteristics. It has important theoretical significance for enriching and developing the basic theory of pipeline and the expansion of all kinds of pipeline applications, and at the same time, it provides technical guidance for the safe, stable, economic and efficient operation of all kinds of long-distance pipelines, such as heating pipelines and energy transmission and transportation pipelines. It helps readers to systematically and comprehensively understand the basic theories of elasticity and plasticity, fluid-solid-thermal coupling, and economic evaluation of pipelines, and at the same time provides readers with new research ideas and technical means from the perspective of scientific research.
Application and Theory of Petri Nets and Concurrency: 43rd International Conference, PETRI NETS 2022, Bergen, Norway, June 19–24, 2022, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #13288)
by Luca Bernardinello Laure PetrucciThis book constitutes the proceedings of the 43rd International Conference on Application and Theory of Petri Nets and Concurrency, PETRI NETS 2022, which was held virtually in June 2021. The 19 full papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 35 submissions. The papers are categorized into the following topical sub-headings: application of concurrency to system design; timed models; tools; applications; synthesis; petri nets architecture; and process mining.
Application and Theory of Petri Nets and Concurrency: 44th International Conference, PETRI NETS 2023, Lisbon, Portugal, June 25–30, 2023, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #13929)
by Luis Gomes Robert LorenzThis book constitutes the proceedings of the 44th International Conference on Application and Theory of Petri Nets and Concurrency, PETRI NETS 2023, which took place in Lisbon, Portugal, in June 2023. The 21 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 47 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: Process mining; semantics; tools; verification; timed models; model transformation. The book also includes two invited talks in full paper length.
Application of Admixtures in Concrete
by A. M. PaillèreThis book provides a thorough review of the properties and use of the principal chemical admixtures for use in concrete. Concise and clearly presented, the book includes extensive references to key sources of information. The presentation of each admixture is in a standard format, which helps the reader to find relevant information easily.
Application of Advance Techniques in Power and Energy Systems: Select Proceedings of International Conference, CISTEE 2023 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #1305)
by Mohan Lal Kolhe Aashish Kumar Bohre Partha Sarathee Bhowmik Mukesh Kumar Kirar S. SuwarnoThis book features high-quality research papers presented at the International Conference on Computational Intelligence and Smart Technologies in Electrical Engineering (CISTEE 2023). The book offers cutting-edge solutions and applications used for predictive modeling and sustainable development of power and energy systems with the application of computational intelligence and smart technologies. It discusses the use of different practical developments and brings together the experiences of leading experts in power and energy areas and the sustainability of various solutions concerning the technical, social, and economic aspects. This book presents the perfect balance between depth and breadth of knowledge, which makes it ideal for students and researchers.
Application of Artificial Intelligence in Wastewater Treatment
by Shikha GulatiThis book offers a comprehensive exploration of the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) techniques in addressing challenges and optimizing processes within wastewater treatment. The coverage of the book spans a spectrum of applications, including AI-driven monitoring and control systems, predictive modeling for pollutant removal, and the development of smart sensor networks for real-time data analysis in wastewater treatment plants. By amalgamating AI methodologies with wastewater treatment processes, the book provides insights into enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and mitigating environmental impacts. In the current research scenario, the theme of the book is highly pertinent as it responds to the pressing need for sustainable and efficient wastewater treatment solutions. The book defines the theme by elucidating how AI technologies, such as machine learning algorithms and data analytics, can revolutionize wastewater treatment processes by enabling proactive decision-making, optimizing resource allocation, and predicting potential system failures. This intersection of AI and wastewater treatment not only addresses operational challenges but also contributes to the broader goal of achieving environmentally conscious and economically viable solutions.
Application of Bacterial Pigments as Colorant: The Malaysian Perspective (SpringerBriefs in Molecular Science)
by Wan Yunus Wan Ahmad Wan Azlina Ahmad Zainul Akmar Zakaria Nur Zulaikha YusofEnvironmental concerns regarding continuous use of synthetic dyes saw a revival in the demand for natural dyes as natural dyes exhibit better biodegradability and generally have a higher compatibility with the environment. However, one of the limitations on the use of natural dyes or pigments is the low extraction yield factors (a few grams of pigment per kg of dried raw material). Therefore, the exploitation of other biological sources such as fungi, bacteria and cell cultures offers interesting alternative. Microbial pigments such as from bacterial origins offer the advantage in terms of production compared to pigments extracted from vegetables or animals, due to its simple cell and fast culturing technique. This book offers interesting insight into initial works carried out to demonstrate the potential use of bacterial pigment as colorant for various applications.
Application of Bamboo in Building Envelope (Green Energy and Technology)
by Zujian HuangThis book offers a comprehensive overview of the use of bamboo in building industry. It systematically demonstrates bamboo’s utility in terms of its properties, describing the material properties of typical industrial bamboo products, and discussing their performance evaluation and optimization as building components and in the creation of building envelopes. The book also includes examples of the high-value utilization of bamboo forest resources. Further, it examines how building performance may be affected by conditions such as climate. Including insights from material science, construction design, building physics and building climatology, the book also provides data obtained from technology and market status investigation, laboratory test and the computer simulation.This book appeals to scientists and professionals, as it introduces and tests various bamboo products, demonstrating the advantages and disadvantages for each one. The book is also a valuable resource for civil engineers and students interested in this unique plant material and its application in the building industry.
Application of Big Data in Petroleum Streams
by Jay Gohil Manan ShahThe book aims to provide comprehensive knowledge and information pertaining to application or implementation of big data in the petroleum industry and its operations (such as exploration, production, refining and finance). The book covers intricate aspects of big data such as 6Vs, benefits, applications, implementation, research work and real-world implementation pertaining to each petroleum-associated operation in a concise manner that aids the reader to apprehend the overview of big data’s role in the industry. The book resonates with readers who wish to understand the intricate details of working with big data (along with data science, machine learning and artificial intelligence) in general and how it affects and impacts an entire industry. As the book builds various concepts of big data from scratch to industry level, readers who wish to gain big data-associated knowledge of industry level in simple language from the very fundamentals would find this a wonderful read.
Application of Bio-Additives for the Food Industry
by Abdul Sattar Jatoi Nabisab Mujawar MubarakThis text provides advanced and comprehensive information related to food additives based on bio-sources. A thorough overview of the many groups of microorganisms used as food additives is presented, as well as all of their main characteristics. The chapters give a step-by-step description of bio based food additives, including substances that are employed commercially by manufacturers as enzymes, antioxidants, stabilizers, emulsifiers, organic acids, colorants, sweeteners, and flavorings. Additionally, each chapter places a focus on the usage of probiotics and enzymes as examples of microbes used as medicinal agents. In its examination of the food additive lists for food products for the manufacture of nourishing and safe food, Application of Bio-Additives for the Food Industry offers a thorough, updated overview of food bio-additives that can be utilized by food scientists, nutritionists, microbiologists and more.
The Application of Biofluid Mechanics
by Po-Yuan Chen"The Application of Biofluid Mechanics: Boundary Effects on Phoretic Motions of Colloidal Spheres" focuses on the phoretic motion behavior of various micron- to nanometer-size particles. The content of this book is divided into two parts: one on the concentration gradient-driven diffusiophoresis and osmophoresis, and one on thermocapillary motion and thermophoretic motion driven by temperature gradient. Diffusiophoresis and osmophoresis are mainly used in biomedical engineering applications, such as drug delivery, purification, and the description of the behavior of the immune system; thermocapillary motion and thermophoretic motion are applied in the field of semiconductors as well as in suspended impurities removal. The book also provides a variety of computer programming source codes compiled using Fortran for researchers' future applications. This book is intended for chemical engineers, biomedical engineers and scientists, biophysicists and fundamental chemotaxis researchers. Dr. Po-Yuan Chen is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biological Science and Technology, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan.
Application of Biomaterials in the Treatment of Cardiovascular Diseases
by Yi-Da Tang Jing Yang Yufeng Zheng Yongjun Li Yong ZengThis book summarizes the recent advancements for biomaterials in the field of cardiovascular disease, including drug delivery system (gene, protein, drug), implant interventional instrument (heart valve, heart blocker, stent, artificial blood vessel, patch, artificial heart, cardiac pacemaker, etc.) have been innovated and applied to the clinical uses to treatment of cardiovascular disease. Through the summary of this book, readers will have comprehensive and advanced understanding of the application of biomaterials in the field of cardiovascular disease.
Application of Biomedical Engineering in Neuroscience
by Sudip PaulThis book focuses on interdisciplinary research in the field of biomedical engineering and neuroscience. Biomedical engineering is a vast field, ranging from bioengineering to brain-computer interfaces. The book explores the system-level function and dysfunction of the nervous system from scientific and engineering perspectives. The initial sections introduce readers to the physiology of the brain, and to the biomedical tools needed for diagnostics and effective therapies for various neurodegenerative and regenerative disorders. In turn, the book summarizes the biomedical interventions that are used to understand the neural mechanisms underlying empathy disorders, and reviews recent advances in biomedical engineering for rehabilitation in connection with neurodevelopmental disorders and brain injuries. Lastly, the book discusses innovations in machine learning and artificial intelligence for computer-aided disease diagnosis and treatment, as well as applications of nanotechnology in therapeutic neurology.
Application Of Biotechnology: Environmental And Policy Issues
by John R. FowleThis book provides the technical background and a historical perspective of biotechnology. It examines scientific questions on the assessment of risk for the release of genetically engineered organisms into the environment and describes the role of individuals to foster industrial growth.
Application of Clean Fuels in Combustion Engines (Energy, Environment, and Sustainability)
by Avinash Kumar Agarwal Pravesh Chandra Shukla Giacomo Belgiorno Gabriele Di BlasioThis book discusses the impact of fuels characteristics and their effects on the combustion processes in internal combustion engines. It includes the analysis of a variety of biofuels (alcohol fuels and biodiesel) and biogases (natural gas, hydrogen, etc.), providing valuable information related to consequent effects on performance and emissions. The contents focus on recent results and current trends of fuel utilization in the transport sector. State-of-the-art of clean fuels application are also discussed. Thighs book will be of interest to those in academia and industry involved in fuels, IC engines, engine instrumentation, and environmental research.
Application of Compact Heat Exchangers For Combined Cycle Driven Efficiency In Next Generation Nuclear Power Plants: A Novel Approach
by Bahman ZohuriCovers the fundamentals of combined-cycle plants to provide background for understanding the progressive design approaches at the heart of the text Discusses the types of compact heat exchanger surfaces, suggesting novel designs that can be considered for optimal cost effectiveness and maximum energy production Undertakes the thermal analysis of these compact heat exchangers throughout the life cycle, from the design perspective through operational and safety assurance stages This book describes the quest to create novel designs for compact heat exchangers in support of emergent combined cycle nuclear plants. The text opens with a concise explanation of the fundamentals of combined cycles, describing their efficiency impacts on electrical power generation systems. It then covers the implementation of these principles in nuclear reactor power systems, focusing on the role of compact heat exchangers in the combined cycle loop and applying them to the challenges facing actual nuclear power systems. The various types of compact heat exchanger surfaces and designs are given thorough consideration before the author turns his attention to discussing current and projected reactor systems, and how the novel design of these compact heat e xchangers can be applied to innovative designs, operation and safety analyses to optimize thermal efficiency. The book is written at an undergraduate level, but will be useful to practicing engineers and scientists as well.
The Application of Emerging Technology and Blockchain in the Insurance Industry (River Publishers Series in Management Sciences and Engineering)
by Kiran Sood Simon Grima Ganga Sharma Balamurugan BalusamyThis book is a unique guide to the disruptions, innovations, and opportunities that technology provides the insurance sector and acts as an academic/industry-specific guide for creating operational effectiveness, managing risk, improving financials, and retaining customers. It also contains the current philosophy and actionable strategies from a wide range of contributors who are experts on the topic. It logically explains why traditional ways of doing business will soon become irrelevant and therefore provides an alternative choice by embracing technology. Practitioners and students alike will find value in the support for understanding practical implications of how technology has brought innovation and modern methods to measure, control, and evaluation price risk in the insurance business. It will help insurers reduce operational costs, strengthen customer interactions, target potential customers to provide usage-based insurance, and optimize the overall business. Retailers and industry giants have made significant strides in adopting digital platforms to deliver a satisfying customer experience. Insurance companies must adjust their business models and strategies to remain competitive and take advantage of technology. Insurance companies are increasingly investing in IT and related technologies to improve customer experience and reduce operational costs. Innovation through new technologies is a key driver of change in the financial sector which is often accompanied by uncertainty and doubt. This book will play a pivotal role in risk management through fraud detection, regulatory compliances, and claim settlement leading to overall satisfaction of customers.