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Weather Radar Polarimetry
by Guifu ZhangThis book presents the fundamentals of polarimetric radar remote sensing through understanding wave scattering and propagation in geophysical media filled with hydrometers and other objects. The text characterizes the physical, statistical, and electromagnetic properties of hydrometers and establishes the relations between radar observables and physical state parameters. It introduces advanced remote sensing techniques (such as polarimetric phased array radar) and retrieval methods for physical parameters. The book also illustrates applications of polarimetric radar measurements in hydrometer classification, particle size distribution retrievals, microphysical parameterization, and weather quantification and forecast.
Weather Rage (Science Spectra)
by Ross ReynoldsSome atmospheric disturbances produce the kind of extreme weather events making the national and international new headlines on a regular basis. Just about everyone is interested in knowing more about hurricanes, typhoons and tornadoes. There is often confusion about whether or not they are the same thing and whether, for example, we can control th
Weather Reporter: An Earth and Space Science Unit for High-Ability Learners in Grade 2
by Clg Of William And Mary/Ctr Gift EdWeather Reporter, a second-grade Earth and space science unit, provides students with opportunities in a scenario-based approach to observe, measure, and analyze weather phenomena. The overarching concept of change reinforces students' decisions as they learn about the changes in the Earth's weather and observe, measure, and forecast the weather.Weather Reporter was developed by the Center for Gifted Education at The College of William and Mary to offer advanced curriculum supported by years of research. The Center's materials have received national recognition from the United States Department of Education and the National Association for Gifted Children, and they are widely used both nationally and internationally.Each of the books in this series offers curriculum that focuses on advanced content and higher level processes. The science units contain simulations of real-world problems, and students experience the work of real science by using data-handling skills, analyzing information, and evaluating results. The mathematics units provide sophisticated ideas and concepts, challenging extensions, higher order thinking skills, and opportunities for student exploration based on interest. These materials are a must for any teacher seeking to challenge and engage learners and increase achievement.Grade 2
Weathering of Polymers and Plastic Materials
by Luís Eduardo RealThis book presents the state of the art on the weathering of polymers and plastic materials in outdoor applications, comprising natural weathering, accelerated climatic weathering, laboratory artificial accelerated weathering, and lifetime prediction methodology. It summarizes the most suitable methods of instrumental analysis to access and quantify (when possible) degradation caused by weathering, while also covering the degradation and stabilization of polymers based on environmental and artificially induced factors. Innovative polymer additives and some developments in polymeric materials designed for outdoor applications are also included, emphasizing a few selected cases. the book intends to be an important reference source for those involved in the study of the durability of polymers and plastics, production of plastics for exterior applications, chemists responsible for quality control of plastic products, and researchers and students across plastics engineering, polymer science, polymer chemistry and environmental science.
Weaving of 3D Fabrics: A Critical Appreciation of the Developments
by N. Gokarneshan R. AlagirusamyThis book, volume 41.1 of the journal Textile Progress, critically reviews the various developments that have taken place in weaving 3D fabrics. It explains how fabrics can be woven with different structures and profiles to fit specific requirements for a variety of end-use applications. The text highlights the unique features of each method and points out the major differences between the 2D and 3D methods of weaving, including the use of 3D fabrics in technical applications. It also explores how methods have evolved for producing 3D fabrics to be used as advanced composite performs as well as a bifurcated vascular prosthesis.
Web 3.0: The Next Generation's Internet and Understanding the Concept of the Metaverse
by Prateek Singhal Prabhat Kumar Srivastav Basudeo Singh Roohani Nitin SharmaThe book underscores AI's transformative impact on reshaping physical, digital, and biological boundaries, converging with technologies like robotics, IoT, 3D printing, genetic engineering, and quantum computing—termed Web 3.0 Industrial Revolution. This global revolution integrates advanced production techniques beyond connected machines, extending into gene sequencing, nanotechnology, renewable energies, and quantum computing. The book's main goals include providing a collaborative platform for academia and industry researchers to share contributions and shape the future through knowledge exchange. Recognizing recent progress driven by increased computing power, it highlights the positive impact of digital technology—AI, IoT, AR/VR, Additive Manufacturing, CPS, cloud computing, and robotics—on industrial efficiency and quality. Revolutionary AI Fusion: AI revolutionizes by blending physical, digital, and biological boundaries through cutting-edge technologies like robotics, IoT, 3D printing, genetic engineering, and quantum computing. Global Manufacturing Cooperation: AI creates a collaborative landscape where virtual and physical systems flexibly cooperate on a global scale. AI's Diverse Impact: Beyond smart machines, AI drives breakthroughs in gene sequencing, nanotechnology, renewable energies, and quantum computing, distinguishing it from prior industrial revolutions. Progress and Digital Interface: Recent progress, powered by computing advancements, boosts industrial efficiency. The digital technology interface (AI, IoT, AR/VR, 3D Printing, CPS, CC, Robotics) significantly impacts industrial performance. In conclusion, AI spearheads a transformative revolution, redefining the boundaries of the physical, digital, and biological realms. The fusion of AI with Web 3.0 Industrial Revolution, integrating advanced production techniques and global manufacturing cooperation, surpassing past industrial shifts. The book aims to be a collaborative platform for academia and industry researchers, fostering knowledge exchange to shape the future. In AI-driven manufacturing within Web 3.0, a paradigm shift envisions maximum output with minimal resource use. Coupled with 'Digital Reality,' it transforms business practices, consumer behaviour, and employment dynamics, redistributing wealth toward innovation and technology.
Web and Big Data: 6th International Joint Conference, APWeb-WAIM 2022, Nanjing, China, November 25–27, 2022, Proceedings, Part I (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #13421)
by Bohan Li Lin Yue Chuanqi Tao Xuming Han Diego Calvanese Toshiyuki AmagasaThis three-volume set, LNCS 13421, 13422 and 13423, constitutes the thoroughly refereed proceedings of the 6th International Joint Conference, APWeb-WAIM 2022, held in Nanjing, China, in August 2022.The 75 full papers presented together with 45 short papers, and 5 demonstration papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 297 submissions. The papers are organized around the following topics: Big Data Analytic and Management, Advanced database and web applications, Cloud Computing and Crowdsourcing, Data Mining, Graph Data and Social Networks, Information Extraction and Retrieval, Knowledge Graph, Machine Learning, Query processing and optimization, Recommender Systems, Security, privacy, and trust and Blockchain data management and applications, and Spatial and multi-media data.
Web and Big Data: APWeb-WAIM 2019 International Workshops, KGMA and DSEA, Chengdu, China, August 1–3, 2019, Revised Selected Papers (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #11809)
by Jingkuan Song Xiaofeng ZhuThis book constitutes the thoroughly refereed post-conference proceedings of the Third APWeb-WAIM 2019 Workshops, held jointly with the Third International Joint Conference APWeb-WAIM 2019 in Macau, China, in August 2019. The 8 full papers presented together with 1 invited talk were carefully reviewed and selected from 18 submissions. The papers originating from two workshops, KGMA and DSEA, present cutting-edge ideas, results, experiences, techniques, and tools from all aspects of the management, analysis, and application of knowledge graphs in different domains, as well as theoretical foundations, algorithms, systems, models and applications for big data management and mining.
Web and Internet Economics: 19th International Conference, WINE 2023, Shanghai, China, December 4–8, 2023, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #14413)
by Jugal Garg Max Klimm Yuqing KongThis volume LNCS 14413 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 19th International Conference, WINE 2023, in December 2023 held in Shanghai, China. The 37 full papers presented together with 29 one-page abstracts were carefully reviewed and selected from 221 submissions. The WINE conference series aims to exchange research ideas in a diverse area of application at the intercept of theoretical computer science , artificial intelligence, operations research, and economics.
Web and Internet Economics: 18th International Conference, WINE 2022, Troy, NY, USA, December 12–15, 2022, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #13778)
by Kristoffer Arnsfelt Hansen Tracy Xiao Liu Azarakhsh MalekianThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th International Conference on Web and Internet Economics, WINE 2022, which was held Troy, NY, USA in December 2022.The 19 full papers presented together with 19 abstracts in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 126 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: theoretical computer science, artificial intelligence, economics, operations research, and applied mathematics.
Web and Wireless Geographical Information Systems
by David Brosset Christophe Claramunt Xiang Li Tianzhen WangThe 8th edition of the International Symposium on Web and Wireless Geograp- cal Information Systems (W2GIS 2008) was held in December 2008, in the vibrant city of Shanghai, China. This annual symposium aims at providing a forum for discussing advances on recent developments and research results in the ?eld of Web and wireless geographical information systems. Promoted from workshop to s- posium in 2005, W2GIS now represents a prestigious event within this dynamic research community. These proceedings contain the papers selected for presen- tion at this international event. For the 2008 edition, we received 38 submissions from 16 countries. All subm- ted papers were related to topics of interest to the symposium. Each paper received three reviews. Based on these reviews, 14 papers were selected for presentation and inclusion in the proceedings. The accepted papers are all of excellent quality and cover topics that range from mobile networks and location-based services, to contextual representation and mapping, to geospatial Web techniques, to object tracking in Web and mobile environments. We wish to thank all authors that contributed to this symposium for the high quality of their papers and presentations. Our sincere thanks go to Springer s LNCS team. We would also like to acknowledge and thank the Program C- mittee members for the quality and timeliness of their reviews. Finally, many thanks to the Steering Committee members for providing continuous support and advice. "
Web and Wireless Geographical Information Systems: 18th International Symposium, W2GIS 2020, Wuhan, China, November 13–14, 2020, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #12473)
by Sergio Di Martino Zhixiang Fang Ki-Joune LiThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th International Symposium on Web and Wireless Geographical Information Systems, W2GIS 2019, held in Wuhan, China, in November 2020. The 8 full papers presented together with 15 progress papers or short papers in the volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 40 submissions. The papers cover topics that range from mobile GIS and Location-Based Services to Spatial Information Retrieval and Wireless Sensor Networks
Web, Artificial Intelligence and Network Applications: Proceedings of the Workshops of the 34th International Conference on Advanced Information Networking and Applications (WAINA-2020) (Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing #1150)
by Makoto Takizawa Leonard Barolli Tomoya Enokido Flora Amato Francesco MoscatoThis proceedings book presents the latest research findings, and theoretical and practical perspectives on innovative methods and development techniques related to the emerging areas of Web computing, intelligent systems and Internet computing. The Web has become an important source of information, and techniques and methodologies that extract quality information are of paramount importance for many Web and Internet applications. Data mining and knowledge discovery play a key role in many of today’s major Web applications, such as e-commerce and computer security. Moreover, Web services provide a new platform for enabling service-oriented systems. The emergence of large-scale distributed computing paradigms, such as cloud computing and mobile computing systems, has opened many opportunities for collaboration services, which are at the core of any information system. Artificial intelligence (AI) is an area of computer science that builds intelligent systems and algorithms that work and react like humans. AI techniques and computational intelligence are powerful tools for learning, adaptation, reasoning and planning, and they have the potential to become enabling technologies for future intelligent networks. Research in the field of intelligent systems, robotics, neuroscience, artificial intelligence and cognitive sciences is vital for the future development and innovation of Web and Internet applications.
Web-Based Control and Robotics Education
by Spyros G. TzafestasThe development of the Internet and World Wide Web technology has motivated the introduction of new ways for distance learning and education. This book provides a timely and cohesive set of contributions that present methodologies, technologies and practical tools for teaching control and robotic systems analysis and design over the Web. It is the first book of its kind in control and robotics education. The emphasis is placed on the two major means for web-based control and robotics education, viz. virtual labs and telelabs. In a virtual lab the remote student can use a simulation/animation of the system under control for the experiments, whereas in a telelab the student can remotely conduct real physical experiments via the Web. The book includes sufficient background and review material and investigates valuable new tools and best practices validated by several case-studies in many academic environments under a variety of educational conditions and requirements. The book aims to enhance technological and educational skills with the ultimate goal to encourage web-based control and robotics learning.
Web-Based Education in the Human Services: Models, Methods, and Best Practices
by Richard Schoech Brenda Moore Robert James Macfadden Marilyn HerieA much-needed look at innovative and effective methods for creating virtual learning environments for human servicesWeb-Based Education in the Human Services reflects the vitality and diversity of Web-based courses currently delivered within human services. Unlike previous texts that have combined technologies such as Interactive Television (ITV) and two-way audio where Web involvement was minimal, this unique book focuses on Web-based models, tools, and techniques used in courses where the majority of the content is delivered online. The book&’s contributors emphasize the social aspects of learning, examining topical areas not usually associated with Web-based education as they remind us of the need to move beyond the similarities between WBE and face-to-face (FTF) approaches.Web-Based Education in the Human Services documents a course delivery method coming of age in its desire to create virtual learning environments that incorporate a variety of techniques and strategies. These environments use concepts and tools beyond what packages such as WebCT currently offer, highlighting the power of designing a complete Web-based curriculum, rather than viewing each course separately. Many of the most successful approaches presented in this invaluable book don&’t involve sophisticated tools or programming, but the creative design of interactive scenarios, emotional content, and feedback mechanisms that reinforce the instructor&’s role as the crucial ingredient for success. Web-Based Education in the Human Services examines: adult learning theories teaching practice skills through Web-based technology how to bridge the gap between theory and practice faculty perceptions of the effectiveness of Web-based instruction compared to face-to-face instruction the accessibility of Web-based education the significance of emotion in learning Web-based delivery of a graduate professional training program the creation, delivery, and evaluation of a pilot course using Blackboard 6 the development of a Web-based undergraduate child welfare course the use of Web-based video clips for counselor skills training the design, development, pilot, and revision of a Web-based social work practice course an online format for agency-based field instruction the design of a Web-based graduate program in counseling psychology and much more!Web-Based Education in the Human Services is an invaluable resource for social work and human services educators, including education, nursing, and psychology, Web-course developers, and college and university administrators.
Web Based Enterprise Energy and Building Automation Systems: Design and Installation
by Barney L. Capehart Lynne C. CapehartThe capability and use of IT and web based energy information and control systems has expanded from single facilities to multiple facilities and organizations with buildings located throughout the world. This book answers the question of how to take the mass of available data and extract from it simple and useful information which can determine what actions to take to improve efficiency and productivity of commercial, institutional and industrial facilities. The book also provides insight into the areas of advanced applications for web based EIS and ECS systems, and the integration of IT/web based information and control systems with existing BAS systems.
A Web-Based Introduction to Programming (Third Edition): Essential Algorithms, Syntax, and Control Structures Using PHP, HTML, and MySQL
by Mike O'KaneA Web-Based Introduction to Programming is designed for use in introductory programming, programming logic and design, or Web programming courses, and for anyone seeking a painless way to learn the basics of programming by developing small Web applications. It keeps the focus on the need for beginning programmers to learn essential syntax and control structures with minimal complexity.
Web-Based Learning
by Gayle V. Davidson-Shivers Karen L. Rasmussen Patrick R. LowenthalThis second edition is a practical, easy-to-read resource on web-based learning. The book ably and clearly equips readers with strategies for designing effective online courses, creating communities of web-based learners, and implementing and evaluating based on an instructional design framework. Case example, case studies, and discussion questions extend readers skills, inspire discussion, and encourage readers to explore the trends and issues related to online instructional design and delivery.
Web-Based Learning: Theory, Research, and Practice
by Harold F. O’Neil Ray S. PerezWeb-Based Learning: Theory, Research, and Practice explores the state of the art in the research and use of technology in education and training from a learning perspective. This edited book is divided into three major sections:*Policy, Practice, and Implementation Issues -- an overview of policy issues, as well as tools and designs to facilitate implementation of Web-based learning;*Theory and Research Issues -- a look at theoretical foundations of current and future Web-based learning; the section also includes empirical studies of Web-based learning; and*Summary and Conclusions -- highlights key issues in each chapter and outlines a research and development agenda.Within this framework the book addresses several important issues, including: the primacy of learning as a focus for technology; the need to integrate technology with high standards and content expectations; the paucity of and need to support the development of technology-based curriculum and tools; the need to integrate assessment in technology and improve assessment through the use of technology; and the need for theory-driven research and evaluation studies to increase our knowledge and efficacy.Web-Based Learning is designed for professionals and graduate students in the educational technology, human performance, assessment and evaluation, vocational/technical, and educational psychology communities.
Web-Based Teaching and Learning across Culture and Age
by Alicia Fedelina Chávez Fengfeng KeWith limited empirical research available on online teaching across cultures especially with Native and Hispanic American students, this book will present the findings of a two-year, Spencer-funded study in creating an inclusive (i.e., multicultural and intergenerational) instructional design model for online learning. The book is expected to provide the readers a field guide of teaching approach (comprising pedagogical, technical, relational and other suggestions for teaching) for inclusive e-learning, with a foundation in the research on how students from different cultures and generation groups learn online. This two-year, multi-course-site study, as a first effort to examine online college teaching and learning effective across culture and age, contributed a list of important findings on the following questions: * To what extent are online learning and interaction experiences and performances consistent across varied ethnic/cultural, and age groups and in what ways do they vary? * What online instructional contexts do students and faculty, especially non-traditional and minority students, identify as supporting learning and student success? * What are the relationships between online instructional contexts, online learning performance, and learning success of students with diverse ethnicity/culture and age background? By consolidating the findings for the aforementioned research questions, the researchers of this study have developed a data-driven online instructional design model that can work as a field guide on cross-cultural and intergenerational teaching and learning for online education practitioners.
Web-basierte Referenzarchitektur für virtuelle Techniken: Mit Anwendungsbeispielen aus der Industrie (essentials)
by Sarah Brauns Hilko Hoffmann Peter ZimmermannIn diesem essential zum Verbundprojekt ARVIDA wird von den Autoren die zunehmende Bedeutung der Virtuellen Techniken (VT) in der industriellen Produktentwicklung und Produktionsplanung prägnant und in Kürze beschrieben. Als Resultat der neuen, vielfältigen Anforderungen, die sich aus den Entwicklungen rund um Industrie 4.0 ergeben, wird eine erheblich flexiblere Gestaltung von VT-Systemen notwendig. Der gewählte Ansatz nutzt etablierte, dienstorientierte Web-Technologien sowie Konzepte aus dem Semantic Web zum Aufbau einer offenen Referenzarchitektur. Diese wurden in industriellen Anwendungsszenarien in Hinblick auf Interoperabilität, Systemperformanz und Transparenz bei der Anwendungsentwicklung evaluiert.
Web Caching
by Duane WesselsA properly designed web cache, by reducing network traffic and improving access times to popular web sites, is a boon to network administrators and web users alike. This book hands you all the technical information you need to design, deploy, and operate an effective web caching service. It also covers the important political aspects of web caching, including privacy and security issues.
Web Cartography
by Menno-Jan Kraak Allan BrownMaps and atlases are created as soon as information on our geography has been clarified. They are used to find directions or to get insight into spatial relations. They are produced and used both on paper as well as on-screen. The Web is the new medium for spreading and using maps. This book explains the benefits of this medium from the perspective
Web Cartography: Map Design for Interactive and Mobile Devices
by Ian MuehlenhausWeb mapping technologies continue to evolve at an incredible pace. Technology is but one facet of web map creation, however. Map design, aesthetics, and user-interactivity are equally important for effective map communication. From interactivity to graphical user interface design, from symbolization choices to animation, and from layout to typeface
Web Engineering: 20th International Conference, ICWE 2020, Helsinki, Finland, June 9–12, 2020, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #12128)
by Cesare Pautasso Tommi Mikkonen Maria BielikovaThis book constitutes the proceedings of the 20th International Conference on Web Engineering, ICWE 2020, which was planned to take place in Helsinki, Finland, during June 9-12, 2020. Due to the corona pandemic the conference changed to a virtual format. The total of 24 full and 10 short contributions presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 78 submissions. The book also contains 4 PhD and 7 demo papers. The papers were organized in topical sections named: User interface technologies; performance of Web technologies; machine learning; testing of Web applications; emotion detection; location-aware applications; sentiment analysis; open data; liquid Web applications; Web-based learning; PhD symposium; demos and posters.