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  • Submarine Cables and Umbilicals

    Design, Mechanics, and Analysis
    • 1st Edition
    • Pan Fang + 1 more
    • English
    This book provides an integrated treatment of the design and analysis of submarine power cables and umbilicals. It combines analytical, numerical, and experimental approaches to address the behaviour of complex multilayered and helically structured systems under tension, bending, torsion, pressure, and combined loading, while also considering electrical and thermal effects. The book is organised into three parts. Part I develops the mechanical analysis of submarine power cables, progressing from system-level behaviour to local cross-sectional mechanics and reduced-unit-cell modelling, with applications to tension, bending, torsion, corrosion damage, and combined loading. Part II extends this framework to multiscale and multiphysics problems in dynamic submarine power cables, including global cable response, fatigue, thermo-electro-mecha... coupling, current-carrying capacity, electromagnetic losses, and insulation behavior. Part III provides a life-cycle treatment of umbilicals, covering overall and cross-sectional design, mechanical analysis, manufacturing, testing, and installation, together with a detailed tension-torsion case study. By linking mechanics, multiphysics modelling, and practical engineering workflows, the book provides a unified reference for researchers, engineers, and graduate students working on submarine cables, dynamic power cables, umbilicals, and related slender offshore structures.

  • Conforming and Body-Fitted Topology Optimization

    Methods, Algorithms, and Applications in Structural Design
    • 1st Edition
    • Zicheng Zhuang + 1 more
    • English
    Conforming and Body-Fitted Topology Optimization: Methods, Algorithms, and Applications in Structural Design provides readers with a practical introduction to the topic, offering balanced coverage of theoretical foundations, algorithmic developments, and practical applications. The book also synthesizes the existing research, featuring a curated overview of published works to help researchers and industry professionals quickly understand the current landscape and build upon it effectively. The book is divided into five main parts, covering the fundamentals of topology optimization, body-fitted meshing techniques, and algorithms for lightweight, stress, and buckling-driven design. Hands-on examples and fully documented MATLAB and Python codes are provided to help readers implement and explore advanced topology optimization methods.

  • Calculations in Chemical Engineering

    Fundamentals and Industrial Processes
    • 1st Edition
    • Adewale Giwa
    • English
    Calculations in Chemical Engineering: Fundamentals and Industrial Processes is an valuable resource for students, educators, and professionals in the field of chemical engineering. The book bridges the gap between theoretical principles and their industrial applications, focusing on process calculations. With detailed coverage of both fundamental concepts and specialized topics, this book equips readers with the necessary tools to address real-world challenges in the chemical industry. The text is divided into two parts: Calculations in Chemical Engineering Fundamentals and Calculations in Industrial Chemical Processes. Part A covers foundational topics such as material and energy balances, chemical thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, chemical reaction engineering, and process dynamics. Part B provides advanced applications, including environmental chemical engineering, sustainability, oil and gas process engineering, and biochemical engineering. Each chapter is designed to enhance understanding through step-by-step problem-solving techniques, real-world case studies, and supplementary materials like software tools for process simulations.

  • Human Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence

    Connecting Cognitive Science with AI
    • 1st Edition
    • Tilottama Goswami + 2 more
    • English
    Human Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence: Connecting Cognitive Science with AI offers a comprehensive, multi-dimensional view of where AI stands today in relation to human intelligence and the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. While currently cognitive science and AI courses are offered distinctly, this book equips readers with a foundational understanding of human cognition and how it shapes the field of AI. The structure of the book is designed to move progressively from accomplished AI domains to emerging frontiers. Real-world examples, state-of-the-art models, and active research directions are paired with philosophical, psychological, and social insights to ground the technical discussions in human relevance. As human–machine interactions enter a new era with the advent of agentic AI, understanding human cognitive processes becomes essential to designing, operating, and governing agentic systems and to building a safe, trustworthy, and responsible AI ecosystem.

  • Grass Fibers and their Composites

    Characterization, Properties and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Manickam Ramesh + 3 more
    • English
    Grass Fibers and Their Composites: Characterization, Properties and Applications explores the development and utilization of grass fiber-based composite materials in various industrial applications. It focuses on the extraction, characterization, manufacturing, and application of these sustainable materials, highlighting their environmental advantages and potential uses in sectors such as aerospace, construction, automotive, and structural engineering. Given the increasing demand for eco-friendly materials, this book addresses the worldwide need for renewable plant-based resources, particularly grass fibers and their biomass derived from agricultural sources, as alternatives to petroleum-based synthetic materials.The book covers new developments in sustainable materials, renewable resources, and bio-based composites, featuring contributions from leading global experts. It is structured into sections addressing extraction methods, properties, applications, and advancements of grass fiber composites, with key themes including lifecycle assessment, economic feasibility, and environmental impact assessment.

  • Smart and Sustainable Healthcare Systems

    From Algorithms to Patient Outcomes
    • 1st Edition
    • Shivi Sharma + 3 more
    • English
    Smart and Sustainable Healthcare Systems: From Algorithms to Patient Outcomes addresses the transformative evolution in healthcare driven by artificial intelligence, machine learning, telemedicine, and digital health technologies. This reference responds to the growing need for sustainable, personalized, and efficient healthcare delivery by bridging technical innovation with clinical application across diverse medical and engineering disciplines. The content spans intelligent decision support systems, IoT and wearable technologies, secure electronic medical records, telemedicine solutions, and automation in diagnostics and treatment. The book includes detailed chapters on AI in clinical pathways, predictive healthcare analytics, brain tumor classification, and sustainable telehealth innovations, complemented by real-world case studies and future outlooks. This reference benefits researchers, healthcare engineers, clinicians, and policymakers by providing in-depth exploration of emerging technologies, challenges, and practical solutions in Healthcare 4.0. It promotes sustainable healthcare practices, ethical AI use, and advances in telemedicine, equipping professionals with knowledge to design and implement intelligent healthcare systems that enhance patient care and resource efficiency.

  • Polypyrrole Nanocomposites

    Synthesis, Characterization and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Kalim Deshmukh + 1 more
    • English
    Polypyrrole Nanocomposites: Synthesis, Characterization and Applications presents the latest advances in this rapidly evolving field of materials science and engineering. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the synthesis, characterization, properties, and diverse applications of polypyrrole-based nanocomposites, bridging fundamental concepts with practical applications and addressing both academic and industrial perspectives.The book serves as a valuable reference for academic researchers, industrial professionals, materials scientists, and engineers working in nanocomposites and advanced functional materials. It is also a useful resource for postgraduate students and early-career researchers seeking to develop a deeper understanding of polypyrrole-based systems and their emerging applications.

  • Organometallic Chemistry of Pyrazoles and Pyrazol-1-yl Chelates

    • 1st Edition
    • Alexander Sadimenko
    • English
    Organometallic Chemistry of Pyrazoles and Pyrazol-1-yl Chelates offers in-depth information on the synthesis, coordination modes, and reactivity of pyrazoles and pyrazol-1-yl chelating compounds, as well as their organometallic complexes and various derivatives including chelating ligands, oligomers, and macrocycles. The significance of these compounds in modern materials chemistry, encompassing optical materials, catalysts, fuels, and other applications, is carefully highlighted. With diverse material sourced from approximately 3000 references, this publication aims to provide a unified and comprehensive database, ensuring its relevance until significant shifts in research trends necessitate a new edition.The book facilitates easy and prompt access to information sources related to the discussed topics. It provides access to modern synthetic methods, potential coordination situations, reactivity trends of coordinated heteroaromatic ligands, and approaches for constructing advanced materials. By utilizing this book in conjunction with the accompanying database, researchers can effectively evaluate the year-to-year trends in the development of organometallic chemistry in heterocycles.

  • Emerging Technologies in Industrial Waste Clarification

    Pollutant Mitigation and Resource Recovery
    • 1st Edition
    • Jayato Nayak + 4 more
    • English
    Industrial wastewater is one of the biggest challenges for sustainability, as traditional treatment methods often fall short in dealing with today’s complex pollutants. Emerging Technologies in Industrial Waste Clarification: Pollutant Mitigation and Resource Recovery brings together new Physico-chemical and biological approaches that aim to make treatment more effective and sustainable. The book covers a wide range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, textiles, petrochemicals, food, energy, metallurgy and e-waste. It highlights not just the types of wastes and their impact, but also the new solutions being developed such as microbial remediation, nanotechnology, advanced oxidation, membrane processes, and resource recovery techniques. Several chapters also show how case studies and pilot-scale work are moving these technologies from research to practice. In addition, the book considers global policies, regulatory frameworks, and the 3R principles (reduce, reuse, recycle), which are essential for large-scale adoption. Written for researchers, engineers, policymakers, and industry professionals, this book connects current research with practical applications and policy needs. It offers both technical insights and real-world relevance, helping readers understand how innovative waste treatment can support a circular economy and reduce environmental impact.

  • Marine Biodiversity Valuation Assessments

    Ecological, Economic and Socio-Cultural Valuation Methods
    • 1st Edition
    • Daryl Burdon + 2 more
    • English
    Marine Biodiversity Valuation Assessments: Ecological, Economic and Socio-Cultural Valuation Methods explores the principles and practice of valuing marine biodiversity through a multidisciplinary lens, beginning with the conceptual framework that link biodiversity to natural capital, ecosystem services, and societal benefits. It provides practical methodologies for assessing ecological, physical, economic, and socio-cultural values, including step-by-step guides for ecological value assessment, natural capital accounting, and environmental valuation, alongside innovative approaches like the Complementary Accounting Network which captures the multifaceted benefits of biodiversity beyond monetary terms. Featuring a diverse range of international case studies spanning coastal, insular, and marine ecosystems in tropical and temperate waters across multiple continents, oceans, and hemispheres, the book demonstrates how these valuation methods can be applied and integrated across different marine contexts, offering vital insights for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers striving for more holistic and effective marine environmental management.

  • Non-Destructive Testing and Structural Health Monitoring Methods for Additive Manufactured Polymers

    • 1st Edition
    • Magdalena Mieloszyk + 1 more
    • English
    Non-Destructive Testing and Structural Health Monitoring Methods for Additive Manufactured Polymers provides a complete overview of non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques and structural health monitoring (SHM) methods for additive manufactured (AM) polymers, both with and without fiber reinforcement. Methods for additive manufacturing of polymers are outlined, including modified fused deposition and selective laser sintering, and the book also discusses structural properties' fracture behavior and other mechanics of the polymers produced. The book then segues into specific NDT and SHM methods best used for evaluating AM polymers, such as THz spectroscopy, microcomputer tomography, ultrasonic methods, fiber optic techniques, and vibration-based methods. The structural differences between polymers produced via AM and those produced via traditional manufacturing techniques are considered as well, and the book also includes insight on methods of embedding sensors in AM structures both during and after the printing process.

  • Smart Materials in Medicine and Biomedical Engineering

    Foundations, Applications, and Technologies
    • 1st Edition
    • Sedigheh Farzaneh + 3 more
    • English
    Smart Materials in Medicine and Biomedical Engineering: Foundations, Applications, and Technologies systematically details the principles, methods, and practical applications in healthcare of biomaterials and smart materials. Divided into five sections, readers are guided through each core topic, building understanding as the book progresses.This book begins with an introduction to essential concepts and historical development of biomaterials, with an emphasis on the key role of smart materials and their stimulus-responsive behavior, providing a foundation for understanding material selection and underlying principles. Practical methodologies follow, including synthesis techniques, surface modification, bioprinting protocols, advanced fabrication technologies, and AI modelling, training readers to design, fabricate, and evaluate relevant materials. Detailed biomedical and clinical case studies demonstrate real-world applications and problem-solving approaches, while discussion of limitations, societal and regulatory considerations supports critical assessment for translation to medical settings.Smart Materials in Medicine and Biomedical Engineering: Foundations, Applications, and Technologies is a key resource for researchers, academics, and postgraduate students in materials science, biomedicine, and biomedical engineering who seek a practical and comprehensive introduction to smart materials and their biomedical applications. It is also valuable for clinicians and industry professionals interested in exploring smart biomaterials for patient care and medical device development.

  • Mechanical Joining by Material Flow

    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Mehdi Kasaei + 4 more
    • English
    Mechanical Joining by Material Flow provides sought-after experimental information on process design, process modeling, and joint characterization techniques for students, researchers, and engineering professionals who want to learn about advanced joining systems for lightweight materials. Chapters cover mechanical joining by plastic deformation, including clinching and self-piercing riveting, and friction-based processes, such as friction stir welding to form a mechanical joint. Though these processes are mainly used to establish metallurgical bonding, their unique characteristics and the material flow they generate has led to an increased use of these techniques for joining difficult-to-weld materials.Other sections introduce innovative technologies developed based on material flow to meet existing industry needs to join materials with different structural properties in different scales or shapes. To furnish readers with a more usefully comprehensive coverage, the team of experts behind the book has included methodological principles as well as discussions on advantages, drawbacks, and future directions of each technique, alongside application examples and case studies.

  • Multi-Scale Sustainable Energy Systems Engineering

    • 1st Edition
    • Efstratios Pistikopoulos + 1 more
    • English
    Multi-Scale Sustainable Energy Systems Engineering introduces a unified framework for modeling, analyzing, and optimizing complex energy systems, emphasizing interconnections across materials, processes, and sectors to accelerate future energy pathways and the energy transition. The book covers advanced mathematical algorithms, uncertainty management, machine learning, and life cycle assessment, supported by real-world case studies like renewable hydrogen production. Readers will find detailed methods for designing large-scale energy solutions such as power-chemical polygeneration, renewable integration, and supply chain planning, along with considerations for dynamic, environment-aware operations. The final sections explore the food-energy-water nexus and provide practical tutorials using the ENERGIA software platform. This self-contained resource empowers researchers, engineers, policymakers, and graduate students to develop innovative solutions for sustainable energy challenges and contribute meaningfully to the transition towards cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

  • Critical Risk Control

    Fundamental Knowledge and Case Studies
    • 1st Edition
    • Maureen Hassall + 2 more
    • English
    Critical Risk Control: Fundamental Knowledge and Case Studies presents an essential approach to managing high-stakes risks in industrial operations, aiming to prevent catastrophic health, safety, environmental, and business outcomes. The book offers a comprehensive update on the critical control management (CCM) framework, informed by the ICMM’s guidelines from 2026. It explores the history, fundamental principles, and current frameworks for identifying, monitoring, and maintaining effective risk controls. Rich with case studies—from vehicle crashes and airborne contaminat exceedances to underground fires and work at height—it provides practical insights into applying CCM across various scenarios. The book also discusses leveraging CCM to develop key risk indicators, forecast vulnerabilities, and enhance overall risk management performance. Covering topics such as risk assessment, treatment options, transient operation control, and integration with business systems, the book is a vital resource for professionals and researchers dedicated to safety, risk management, and operational excellence.Whether you work in mining, manufacturing, safety regulation, or academic research, this book equips you with the latest strategies and tools to advance your understanding and application of critical risk control methods, ultimately helping to prevent accidents and promote sustainable operations.

  • System of Systems Engineering

    Innovations, Challenges, and Future Directions
    • 1st Edition
    • Bedir Tekinerdogan + 1 more
    • English
    System of Systems Engineering: Innovations, Challenges, and Future Directions focuses on the many aspects of System of Systems Engineering. Part I, Foundations of System of Systems Engineering, introduces the field, characterizes and classifies SoS, and discusses key concepts. Part II, Governance and Management of SoSE, covers strategic governance, policy and regulatory frameworks, and leadership and decision-making in SoSE projects. Part III, Methodologies and Tools, explores systems thinking and modeling approaches, lifecycle management, and interoperability and integration strategies. Part IV, AI and System of Systems Engineering, delves into leveraging AI for enhanced decision-making, machine learning applications, AI-driven automation and control, and ethical considerations.Final... Part V, Case Studies and Emerging Challenges, presents real-world applications in defense and aerospace, smart cities, healthcare, environmental and energy systems, and discusses future directions and research opportunities. This book offers significant benefits to graduate students, researchers, and professionals in software engineering, systems engineering, aerospace engineering, defense, telecommunications, and other fields where SoSE is relevant.

  • Visual Guide to Natural Product Synthesis

    Marine Natural Products, Volume 3
    • 1st Edition
    • Abdul Hameed + 3 more
    • English
    Marine natural products represent one of the most chemically diverse and biologically promising classes of compounds known to science. Visual Guides to Natural Product Synthesis: Marine Natural Products (Vol‑3) offers a clear and accessible roadmap to their synthesis, presenting complex strategies in a schematic, easy‑to‑follow format. By focusing on distinct structural scaffolds and highlighting the most significant compounds in each category, this volume provides researchers and students with a quick yet comprehensive understanding of key synthetic pathways. Designed for chemists, biologists, and environmental scientists alike, this book bridges disciplines by combining cutting‑edge synthetic methodologies with sustainability considerations and global perspectives. It serves as an invaluable resource for academic researchers seeking the latest advances, industry professionals exploring new biologically active agents, and educators looking for structured teaching material. With its emphasis on clarity, inclusiveness, and real‑world application, this volume is set to become a definitive reference in the field of marine natural product synthesis.

  • Social Dimensions of Energy Transition

    • 1st Edition
    • Ugur Soytas + 2 more
    • English
    Social Dimensions of Energy Transition delves into the social dimensions of energy transition, a critical factor in creating effective technologies and policies. This book brings together cutting-edge research from various social science disciplines, covering topics like energy justice, public engagement in energy decisions, and the role of communities in shaping energy transition. It explores intersectional perspectives such as gender and energy transition, social innovation in energy transition, and the impact on indigenous communities. It also addresses the link between societal well-being and energy use, social acceptance of climate policies, and the concept of clean energy access as a human right.Ideal for policymakers, professionals, researchers, and students whose work involves energy policy, sustainability, and climate change, this book provides a much-needed view of the social dimensions of energy transition.

  • Engineering Composites

    A Practical Product Design and Processing Guide
    • 1st Edition
    • Antonio Torres Marques + 1 more
    • English
    Engineering Composites: A Practical Product Design and Processing Guide provides a thorough overview of composite materials, covering their development, design, manufacturing, and practical applications. Written by experts, this book offers practical insights and methodologies for understanding and utilizing composite systems effectively. Starting with an explanation of raw materials such as polymeric matrices and fiber reinforcements, the book discusses how to design composite products and select appropriate materials. It also explores various manufacturing techniques, from traditional methods to modern approaches like 3D printing, and provides practical advice on tooling design. Readers will gain a solid understanding of product testing, damage detection, and maintenance. The book also covers certification processes, social responsibility, and emerging trends in a straightforward manner, providing valuable insights into the ever-evolving world of composite materials.

  • Prospects of Algal Bioeconomy

    • 1st Edition
    • Pau Loke Show + 3 more
    • English
    Prospects of Algal Bioeconomy explores the exploitation of algae for a circular economy, showcasing their potential in diverse industries. It offers invaluable insights into harnessing algae for a greener tomorrow. Written and edited by a global team of experts in the field of phycology, this book includes chapters on topics such as synergistic benefits of algae and microorganisms, recovery of algal products, and the role of algae in aquaculture and biotechnology. Explore techno-economic analysis, life cycle assessments of algae production, and gain insights into the adaptability and future prospects of this sustainable resource.

  • Artificial Intelligence Modeling for Dynamical Problems

    • 1st Edition
    • Snehashish Chakraverty + 2 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence Modeling for Dynamical Problems provides a comprehensive exploration of AI-driven methodologies tailored to address the intricate challenges posed by dynamical systems. The chapters in this book delve into cutting-edge techniques, including scientific machine learning, operator learning, fuzzy logic, and optimization algorithms, highlighting their applications in structural dynamics, fluid dynamics, robotics, and wave dynamics. Readers will gain insights into innovative state-of-the-art approaches such as Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs) for precise navigation and control in autonomous vehicles, convolutional neural networks (CNNs) for frequency dynamics recognition, and data-driven models for market sentiment analysis. Additionally, the book explores the role of uncertainty modeling, statistical inference, and hybrid AI techniques, such as Type-2 fuzzy fractional modeling, in advancing the field of dynamical system analysis. Each chapter combines foundational principles with practical applications, including recent investigations, making it a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, students of STEM seeking to apply theoretical AI models to real-world dynamical problems.

  • Ensuring AI-enabled Zero Trust Security for Smart City and Healthcare Applications Part A

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 146
    • English
    Ensuring AI-enabled Zero Trust Security for Smart City and Healthcare Applications Part A, published as Volume 146 of the serial Advances in Computers, provides a comprehensive examination of the convergence of artificial intelligence, Zero Trust security frameworks, smart city infrastructures, and healthcare technologies. The volume explores how AI-driven security architectures can safeguard increasingly interconnected urban and healthcare ecosystems, addressing challenges associated with IoT networks, autonomous vehicles, wearable devices, telemedicine platforms, medical imaging systems, and healthcare data interoperability. It highlights emerging approaches that integrate AI, blockchain, edge computing, digital twins, federated learning, threat intelligence, and quantum computing to strengthen cyber resilience, privacy protection, and trust management across critical applications. By combining foundational concepts with practical implementations and future-oriented perspectives, this volume serves as an authoritative resource for researchers, cybersecurity professionals, healthcare technologists, and smart city stakeholders seeking to develop secure, adaptive, and resilient digital environments.

  • Ecology of Volcanic Landscapes

    Biodiversity, Conservation, Management, Challenges
    • 1st Edition
    • Giuseppe Bonanno + 1 more
    • English
    Ecology of Volcanic Landscapes: Biodiversity, Conservation, Management, Challenges offers a comparative study of numerous volcanic environments across different geographical regions, climate zones, geo-morphological peculiarities, and kinds of dominant vegetation. The book begins with an overview of the main volcanic landscapes that can be found in various latitudes, e.g., Mediterranean, temperate, polar, and tropical. After describing a novel classification system of volcanic landscapes, the authors focus on several major volcanoes on Earth, including Mounts Etna, Teide, Hekla, St. Helens, Mauna Loa, Fuji and Asama, while also presenting a newly proposed classification of volcanic landscapes.For each of these volcanoes, different aspects are investigated, especially vegetation zones, plant endemism and biodiversity, metapopulations, landscape connectivity, climate and land-cover changes, conservation issues, and future challenges. Readers will find stimulating insights into the study of volcanic landscapes and the ecosystems within them.

  • The Blood–Brain Barrier and Nanomedicine

    • 1st Edition
    • Prashant Kesharwani
    • English
    The Blood–Brain Barrier and Nanomedicine reviews the development of nanomedicine approaches aimed at crossing the blood–brain barrier (BBB), a significant obstacle in delivering therapeutic agents to the brain and in treating neurological disorders. Key topics such as the physiology of the BBB, alternative protective strategies, and the blood–tumor barrier are covered, providing a thorough overview of key concepts and challenges. Various nanocarriers - including liposomes, niosomes, dendrimers, and metal-based nanoparticles – are detailed, along with different delivery methods, such as nanoemulsions, nanocrystals, and nose-to-brain delivery. Finally, considerations for toxicity, regulatory approval, and clinical trial design, as well as associated challenges are assessed, providing insights into technological developments and translational hurdles.The Blood–Brain Barrier and Nanomedicine is of interest to researchers and academics in the fields of materials science, nanotechnology, pharmaceutical science and pharmacology, as well as clinicians with an interest in nanomedicine.

  • Biochemical Approaches for Waste and Biomass Valorization for Fuels and Chemicals

    • 1st Edition
    • Sachin Kumar + 4 more
    • English
    Biochemical Approaches for Waste and Biomass Valorization for Fuels and Chemicals, the latest release in the Woodhead Bioenergy series, brings together the latest advances in biochemical conversion technologies, practical insights for industrial applications, and a critical assessment of process parameters. The book begins by introducing biomass and waste valorization, characterization methods, biomass availability and collection, and biorefineries before detailed chapters focus on advanced pre-treatment technologies, fermentation, anaerobic digestion and dark fermentation, lignin valorization, and other emerging techniques. The final chapters address process integration, techno-economic analysis, and policy frameworks, as well as case studies and business models for real-world applications.This volume will be of interest to all those working in the field of waste and biomass valorization, biochemical conversion routes, and biofuels, including researchers, faculty, advanced students, scientists, engineers, industrial practitioners, and policymakers.

  • Emerging Stressors to Soil Health

    Climate Change and Beyond
    • 1st Edition
    • Naseer Hussain + 2 more
    • English
    Emerging Stressors to Soil Health: Climate Change and Beyond reviews the complex and evolving threats to soil health, including climate change, microplastics, pharmaceuticals, and antimicrobial resistance. This vital resource offers a comprehensive examination of how these stressors interact with traditional soil degradation issues, reshaping soil structure, microbial communities, and biogeochemical cycles. Through interdisciplinary analyses and case studies, the book presents innovative solutions for sustainable soil management and resilience in a changing environment. Readers will find evidence-based insights and practical methodologies that not only enhance their knowledge but also inform their research and professional practice.Targeting researchers, academics, and graduate students in soil science, environmental science, and related fields, this book serves as an essential guide for understanding and addressing current challenges in soil health.

  • Underground Space Development

    Engineering, Construction, and Management Principles and Practices
    • 1st Edition
    • Ali Akbar Firoozi + 1 more
    • English
    Underground Space Development: Engineering, Construction, and Management Principles and Practices provides an integrated, practice-oriented framework for developing underground infrastructure from initial planning and ground investigation through design, construction, commissioning, operation, maintenance, and rehabilitation. It connects engineering geology, soil and rock mechanics, hydrogeology, structural analysis, excavation, ground support, linings, waterproofing, and drainage with project delivery, construction management, risk governance, fire and life safety, environmental performance, and life-cycle asset management.The book covers tunnels, shafts, caverns, metro systems, utility corridors, storage facilities, and multiuse underground spaces. Dedicated chapters examine numerical modeling, BIM, GIS, digital twins, IoT, sensing, data analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence, together with subsurface rights, regulatory compliance, cost estimation, financing, stakeholder engagement, social value, and cultural heritage. International case studies identify transferable lessons from successful projects, failures, and challenging geological and urban settings.Written for advanced students, researchers, consulting engineers, contractors, asset owners, planners, regulators, and decision-makers, the book supports technically sound, safe, resilient, low-carbon, and economically responsible underground development.

  • Computational Response Control in Structures

    Theory, Optimization, and Artificial Intelligence Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Salar Farahmand-Tabar
    • English
    Computational Response Control in Structures: Theory, Optimization, and Artificial Intelligence Application integrates theory, optimization techniques, and artificial intelligence (AI) applications to provide a thorough understanding of various control methods, including passive, semi-active, active, and hybrid, as well as other specific structural types such as low-rise and high-rise buildings, bridges, and other structures. The role of AI in structural control, optimization techniques for enhancing control performance, and the emergence of smart structures are each discussed as well, with a focus on combining theoretical foundations with practical applications, showcasing case studies and real-world examples to illustrate the implementation of control systems.How machine learning models can be leveraged to improve the performance of metaheuristic techniques is outlined, and the integration of AI and optimization techniques into structural control is highlighted, equipping readers with the knowledge and tools needed to develop efficient control strategies for a wide range of structures and enabling them to address the complexities and uncertainties encountered in structural control applications.

  • Multi Rotor Wind Turbine Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • Peter Dalhoff
    • English
    Multi Rotor Wind Turbine Systems guides the reader through the fundamentals, design, wind farm effects, logistics and operation, costs, and socio-economic considerations. Multi rotor systems (MRS) provide a solution to delivering bigger systems without the need for bigger rotors, offering a highly automatable approach with potential for customization, and other benefits relating to physical scaling laws, positive aerodynamic effects, wake recovery, cost, reliability, and sustainability. All of these aspects are described in this book, which draws on the latest research findings and application examples, enabling the reader to find optimal MRS topologies and design concepts by application of the physics and considering cost of energy (LCoE) as the main objective, with sustainability as a further very relevant aspect.This latest volume in the Elsevier Wind Energy Engineering Series is a valuable reference for wind energy students and researchers, engineers, turbine designers, wind farm developers, wind farm operators, investors, certification bodies, and consulting firms in wind turbine engineering, as well as anyone interested in innovative technical design and solutions in the energy transition.

  • Engineering and Imaging Basics for Robot-Assisted Minimally Invasive Surgery

    • 1st Edition
    • Sanja Dogramadzi + 2 more
    • English
    Engineering and Imaging Basics for Robot-Assisted Minimally Invasive Surgery covers minimally invasive surgical technology principles, taxonomy, registration, image fusion, planning and navigation, master and slave design characteristics, sensors and actuators, robot control, augmented reality and autonomy, user interfaces, and the use of surgical robots for different surgical applications. The book explains essential concepts using state-of-the-art robots, spanning from ENT to neurosurgery and orthopedic robots. Readers will find underlying principles for modern minimally invasive surgery that will serve as a reference for medical, engineering, and computing students.It will help MSc and Ph.D. students approaching the field of image-guided surgery and surgical robotics, acting as a tutorial providing useful references for basic concepts and offering a recent update on current research directions.

  • Advanced Technologies to Improve Indoor Air Quality

    • 1st Edition
    • Nishant Raj Kapoor + 4 more
    • English
    Advanced Technologies to Improve Indoor Air Quality focuses comprehensively on state-of-the-art smart systems (IoT, AI/ML, big data, quantum technology) and devices (sensors, drones, robots) that facilitate control, management, and enhancement of the quality of air inside buildings. The book also touches upon standards and policies from across the globe and includes an insightful discussion on pressing sustainability issues, such as energy efficiency and climate change adaptation, to create a framework without which the transformative potential of the described cutting-edge, technical instrumentation couldn’t be fully appreciated. Finally, current, real-life examples illustrate applicability, bridging the gap between research and practice.Hoping to inspire further works and accomplishments in the field, this volume proves to be relevant for audiences from a variety of disciplines whose work or study interests revolve around environmentally friendly buildings and the wellbeing of their occupants.

  • Nanomaterials as Gene and Nucleic Acid Delivery Platforms

    • 1st Edition
    • Rocktotpal Konwarh + 1 more
    • English
    Nanomaterials as Gene and Nucleic Acid Delivery Platforms explores the intersection between gene therapy and nanotechnology, assessing the benefits of nanoscale platforms for safe and efficient gene and nucleic acid delivery. Sections address the growing need for alternative gene delivery methods to overcome the limitations and safety concerns associated with conventional viral vectors. Four comprehensive parts provide a holistic overview of the core concepts of gene therapy and delivery; the broad range of nanomaterials available for use as carriers; key approaches, and clinical translation of nanomaterial-based delivery platforms for gene therapy.This book will be of great use to researchers and academics in the fields of nanomaterials, biomaterials, gene therapy, molecular biology, immunology, and disease therapeutics. This book may also be of interest to clinicians researching novel materials and approaches for therapeutics.

  • In-Fleet Connected and Autonomous Vehicle Data-as-a-Service (CAV-DaaS) for Intelligent Transportation Systems and Traffic Control

    • 1st Edition
    • Hoofar Shokravi + 1 more
    • English
    This book introduces a novel intelligent transportation system (ITS) that formulates the concept of connected autonomous vehicle data-as-a-service (CAV-DaaS). By leveraging crowdsourced data from CAVs, the platform enables autonomous, real-time, continuous, and network-wide monitoring of roadway infrastructure, bridge structural health, traffic conditions, and on-road hazards. Built on a digital twin-enabled system-of-systems architecture, this system provides a scalable alternative to conventional fixed and mobile sensor-based monitoring systems, supporting more efficient, resilient, and intelligent transportation infrastructure management. This methodology crowdsources data from CAV fleets already circulating on the network, leveraging GPS, IMUs, LiDAR, cameras, radar, and vehicle-to-everythin... links to enable a continuous and autonomous monitoring system that is scalable and without costs attributed to fixed sensors or dedicated test vehicles. The book demonstrates how CAV data can be used for detection and assessment of on-road debris (e.g., tire/cargo debris, rocks and gravel, detached vehicle parts), and road surface damages (e.g., potholes, cracks), road asset monitoring (e.g., signs, road markings, traffic lights), structural health monitoring of roadway bridges (detection of damage and changes in bridge dynamic response), as well as inclusive traffic management and control (e.g., traffic flow visualization, traffic prediction, traffic forecasting, incident detection and management, parking management). The book guides readers from foundational CAV concepts such as autonomy-enabling sensors, perception pipelines, and edge/fog/cloud computing architectures to the advanced algorithms that transform raw vehicular observations into actionable intelligence. The digital twin-enabled platform is structured into four logical layers, with the vehicle perception layer harvesting multimodal sensor data, the communication layer transporting and pre-processing these streams, a cloud-based digital-twin layer fusing, storing, and analyzing the data, and a decision-interface layer returning insight directly to vehicles, roadside controllers, or traffic-management centers.

  • Medicinal and Aromatic Plants

    Trends, Technological Innovations and Sustainability
    • 1st Edition
    • Sanjeet Mehariya + 2 more
    • English
    Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Trends, Technological Innovations and Sustainability explores the latest advancements and sustainable practices in the cultivation, extraction, and application of medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs). Focusing on enhancing the value and bioactive compound content of MAPs, this book integrates cutting-edge technologies and green methodologies to support industrial, health, and environmental applications. The book is structured into three comprehensive parts; Part I addresses cultivation strategies aimed at improving metabolite content, including artificial intelligence approaches, plant tissue culture technologies, and abiotic stress techniques. Part II investigates advanced extraction, purification, and analytical methods for recovering and identifying high-value biologically active compounds. Part III highlights diverse applications such as functional foods, cosmetics, biopesticides, and the utilization of residual biomass for soil health and value addition. The book also discusses market trends and conservation challenges, providing insights into sustainable development within the MAP sector. This book serves as an essential resource for researchers, industry professionals, agronomists, and researchers engaged in medicinal and aromatic plant sciences, offering practical knowledge and innovative solutions to advance sustainability in the field.

  • Quantum Dots in Energy

    Design, Development, and Emerging Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Rakesh Kumar Sharma + 2 more
    • English
    Quantum Dots in Energy: Design, Development, and Emerging Applications explores quantum dots for energy applications. The book begins with the fundamental properties of quantum dots and then considers their synthesis, fabrication, and characterization techniques before investigating a range of applications in the area of renewable energy solutions and energy-efficient devices. It covers the general properties of quantum dots, recent and possible future applications in the field of energy, and the advantages and disadvantages of various fabrication techniques. Users will also find information on the application of quantum dots in various, important technologies, including light-emitting diodes, photovoltaics, batteries, catalysis, and thermoelectrics.Fina... it looks ahead to future directions for further research and innovation.

  • The MXene Revolution

    Scalable 2D Solutions for Sustainable Energy
    • 1st Edition
    • Narinder Singh + 2 more
    • English
    The MXene Revolution: Scalable 2D Solutions for Sustainable Energy addresses the urgent need for innovative materials to meet global energy demands sustainably. This book explores the emerging family of MXenes, a class of 2D materials with exceptional electrical, chemical, and mechanical properties, positioning them as key enablers for next-generation energy storage and conversion technologies. It provides a thorough overview of their fundamental chemistry, scalable green synthesis routes, and integration into hybrid systems for applications such as supercapacitors, batteries, photovoltaic devices, and electrocatalysts. The content is organized into chapters covering MXenes’ structural properties, synthesis techniques, electrochemical behavior, and diverse applications, including recent advances and future challenges. The book also discusses strategies to enhance MXene performance, scalability issues, and pathways toward industrial adoption. Geared toward researchers, engineers, and policymakers, this resource offers detailed insights into the science and engineering behind MXenes, emphasizing sustainable and scalable approaches aligned with global energy transition goals. It aims to bridge the gap between laboratory research and practical deployment, fostering innovation in environmentally friendly energy solutions. Overall, it provides an invaluable reference for advancing the development and commercialization of MXene-based materials for sustainable energy systems worldwide.

  • Industrial Process Scale-up

    A Practical Innovation Guide from Idea to Commercial Implementation
    • 3rd Edition
    • Jan Harmsen
    • English
    Industrial Product and Process Scale-up: A Practical Innovation Guide from Idea to Commercial Implementation, Third Edition serves as a comprehensive guide for all aspects of process and product scale-up from idea generation, through R&D, engineering, procurement, construction to implementation, providing insights on identifying and mitigating risks associated with commercial scale implementation - providing insights on identifying and mitigating risks associated with commercial scale implementation. The Third Edition introduces new strategies for product scale-up and integrating product and process scale-up across six innovation stages, offering methods for pilot plant decision-making, scale-down processes, and evaluation criteria for demo-plant versus commercial scale plant selection. Special emphasis is placed on unit operation scale-up methods and intensified process steps to aid decision-making during the feasibility stage, benefiting industries like pharma and active pharma ingredients. This book will be a valuable guide to researchers in industry, working to scale-up products and processes across commercial sectors. This book will also be a very useful guide to late-stage students and academics working in industrial chemical process engineering.

  • Graphene Quantum Dot-based Polymer Nanocomposites

    Synthesis, Functionalization to Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Srikanta Moharana + 1 more
    • English
    Graphene Quantum Dot-based Polymer Nanocomposites: Synthesis, Functionalization to Applications presents an extensive review of the latest advances in this important research field. The chapters emphasize recent developments in the synthesis, surface modification, characterization, properties, and cutting-edge practical applications of these materials across various scientific and technological fields. The book will be a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers, manufacturers, and all those working in the research and development of graphene quantum dots and their polymer nanocomposites for a broad range of different applications.

  • Elementary Kinetic Modelling in Catalytic Reaction Engineering

    • 1st Edition
    • Joris W. Thybaut + 5 more
    • English
    Elementary Kinetic Modelling in Catalytic Reaction Engineering is a practical focused text that brings together the relevant basics for reaction engineering and shows their applications to a wide variety of examples, whilst looking at the intrinsic kinetics data acquisition, reaction mechanism elucidation, elementary step-based modelling and model-based design and optimization involved.The book aims at spanning the entire process from acquisition of the relevant data in dedicated experimental set-ups, over the proper treatment of the data and the corresponding interpretation up to the quantification of the gained understanding in a model. The latter aspect allows the reader to challenge the interpretation made of the data and design subsequent experiments or improve the interpretation/model formulation. The coverage is not just limited to the generic (theoretical) principles but will also carefully consider and explain their application to a variety of real-life applications including gas- and liquid-phase reactions, heterogeneously catalyzed reactions involving adsorption either in the Henry regime or at full saturation of the catalyst or combined homogeneous-heteroge... reactions.Elementary Kinetic Modelling in Catalytic Reaction Engineering is written primarily for graduate students and postdoc researchers in chemical engineering or applied industrial chemistry studying chemical reaction engineering and catalysis, as well as physical chemists studying kinetics.

  • Remote Sensing and AI for Climate-Driven Hazard Assessment

    Geospatial Approaches to Risk, Monitoring, and Mitigation
    • 1st Edition
    • Aqil Tariq + 1 more
    • English
    Remote Sensing and AI for Climate-Driven Hazard Assessment: Geospatial Approaches to Risk, Monitoring, and Mitigation addresses the urgent need for advanced geospatial tools to manage increasing climate-related hazards. This volume combines satellite data, GIS technologies, and artificial intelligence to improve hazard detection, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies. It is designed for researchers, environmental scientists, GIS specialists, and policymakers working on climate vulnerability and disaster risk reduction. The book offers a structured approach across chapters, covering theory, data sources, analytical methods, and practical case studies from regions like the UAE, China, and Southeast Asia, emphasizing real-world applications. Its regional focus and integration of cutting-edge analytics enable professionals to develop innovative solutions for urban resilience and climate adaptation. By bridging foundational knowledge with advanced geospatial analysis, this reference empowers users to make data-driven decisions, enhance disaster preparedness, and support sustainable development in a changing climate.

  • Harmonizing Earth Observation Data for Enhanced Spatial Analysis

    • 1st Edition
    • Tomaž Podobnikar
    • English
    Harmonizing Earth Observation Data for Enhanced Spatial Analysis explores the critical aspects of Earth observation (EO) data and its pivotal role in spatial analysis. Addressing fundamental aspects of EO data, the book emphasizes the importance of reliable, high-quality information for meaningful analysis. It reviews the interaction and integration of various datasets, highlighting the necessity of combining diverse sources to enhance analytical outcomes. In addition, sections cover essential techniques such as downscaling, generalization, and upscaling, providing insights into how these processes can optimize data usability while maintaining integrity. A significant focus is placed on harmonization, detailing strategies to reduce uncertainty and improve consistency across multidimensional datasets. This interoperability is crucial for effective spatial analysis, which relies on coherent datasets to derive actionable insights. Additionally, the book discusses the interplay between EO and geospatial data, illustrating how their integration can enhance analytics capabilities. It presents comprehensive workflows, tools and applications that facilitate advanced spatial analysis, equipping researchers and practitioners with the necessary resources to harness EO data effectively.

  • Lightweight Secure and Intelligent Approaches for Medical Devices

    Trends and Future Frontiers
    • 1st Edition
    • R. Praveen + 1 more
    • English
    Lightweight Secure and Intelligent Approaches for Medical Devices: Trends and Future Frontiers addresses the rapidly evolving intersection of artificial intelligence, Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), and edge computing within healthcare. This reference meets the critical demand for resource-efficient, secure, and trustworthy AI models tailored specifically for embedded medical devices operating under stringent constraints. By integrating advances in lightweight AI, medical device security, and intelligent data processing, the book fills a vital gap in current literature, offering researchers, engineers, and healthcare professionals a comprehensive resource to develop next-generation medical technologies. The book is organized into four parts, beginning with foundational concepts including the evolution of AI in healthcare devices, lightweight model design, and medical device security standards. It progresses to predictive intelligence and reliability, covering AI techniques for disease monitoring, device calibration, and personalized medicine. The security and privacy section explores network architectures, privacy-preserving AI, lightweight cryptography, and defenses against adversarial attacks. The final part presents emerging trends such as edge AI, digital twins, explainable AI, augmented and virtual reality applications, and quantum-safe security protocols. Each chapter combines theoretical insights with practical case studies and research perspectives to guide real-world deployment. Lightweight Secure and Intelligent Approaches for Medical Devices: Trends and Future Frontiers serves as an essential reference for researchers, medical device developers, cybersecurity professionals, and graduate students aiming to innovate secure and intelligent healthcare solutions in resource-constrained environments.

  • Methanol Synthesis from CO2

    Towards Achieving Carbon Neutrality
    • 1st Edition
    • Lebohang Macheli + 3 more
    • English
    Methanol Synthesis from CO2: Towards Achieving Carbon Neutrality explores the conversion of CO2 into methanol, a vital step towards carbon neutrality, and delves into the intricate chemical reactions, catalytic mechanisms, and engineering strategies that underpin this transformative process. By addressing the global carbon challenge, the book emphasizes the urgent need to repurpose CO2 from a harmful pollutant into a valuable feedstock, paving the way for a sustainable future powered by methanol. The book covers a wide array of topics, including the historical evolution of methanol synthesis, sustainable feedstocks, and advanced catalytic methods. Readers will gain insights into reaction mechanisms, process technologies, and the role of artificial intelligence in optimizing production. Additionally, the book examines the environmental and economic implications of methanol synthesis, providing a holistic view of its potential applications across various industries, from fuel blending to chemical manufacturing. This is an essential resource for researchers, engineers, policymakers, and industry professionals in fields such as chemical engineering, environmental science, and renewable energy.

  • Intelligent Cockpit Design in the Automotive Industry

    Architecture, Principles, and Automotive-Grade Chips
    • 1st Edition
    • Huimin Zhang
    • English
    Intelligent Cockpit Design in the Automotive Industry: Architecture, Principles, and Automotive-Grade Chips provides a comprehensive analysis of the principles and architecture of multiple subsystems, basic software, and applications/service... of the intelligent cockpit. It also reviews the principles and practices of the underlying technology of SoC or System on a Chip (SoCs integrate multiple components onto a single chip, offering advantages like reduced power consumption, smaller form factors, and enhanced performance). Sections focus on the origins, background, and system architecture of the intelligent cockpit and the architecture, principles, and core technologies of the software and hardware technologies required for the intelligent cockpit.Content covers vehicle buses, high-speed video transmission technology, data connection technology, display subsystems, visual subsystems, audio subsystems, basic software, applications, and services. The final part mainly focuses on the technical principles, design examples, and development trends of intelligent cockpit SoCs, covering cockpit SoC computing power evaluation standards, SoC design principles, automotive-grade chip evaluation standards, functional safety design principles, and future evolution paths

  • Machine Learning and AI for Advanced Experimental Mechanics and Materials Design

    • 1st Edition
    • Alok Behera + 2 more
    • English
    Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Experimental Mechanics and Materials Design is a comprehensive resource on machine learning and artificial intelligence tailored to experimental mechanics and materials design. The book demonstrates how to apply ML and AI in experimental settings through real-world case studies, effectively accelerating materials discovery and design processes. The ethical complexities associated with ML and AI in experimental research are explored, equipping readers with the knowledge to address biases and ethical dilemmas responsibly. Using a problem-solving approach, the book describes how to overcome daily challenges encountered in experimental mechanics and materials design with practical solutions and methodologies.Finall... the book provides insights into adopting best practice for the implementation of research outcomes by setting out current trends and future opportunities in this rapidly developing field.

  • Metal Oxides in Batteries

    • 1st Edition
    • Feng Liang + 1 more
    • English
    Metal Oxides in Batteries addresses the development of high-performance electrode and electrolyte materials essential for next-generation energy storage devices. With increasing demand for efficient, stable, and sustainable batteries, this reference fills the need for a comprehensive analysis of metal oxides-based materials and their roles in various battery chemistries. The book covers fundamental and applied aspects of metal oxides, including insertion and conversion type anodes, cathodes, catalysts for metal–air batteries, and electrolytes for solid-state batteries. It also discusses doping, coating, three-dimensional structuring, and nanocrystallization strategies to optimize performance. This book will be of interest to materials scientists, inorganic chemists, electrochemists, and industry researchers working with the synthesis, design, and application of metal oxide materials for batteries.

  • Supercritical Fluid Technology for Food Processing

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Julian Martínez + 2 more
    • English
    Supercritical Fluid Technology for Food Processing: Fundamentals and Applications aims to bring a didactic approach to supercritical fluid technologies, considering the specific aspects of their use in food processing, and including issues that must be considered in a food industrial plant. The book's chapters cover fundamentals and then move through extraction, separation, adsorption, impregnation, drying, physical processing, particle formation, coprecipitation, reaction, and enzyme and microorganism inactivation. It concludes with a chapter on current practice and future challenges, as well as a look at project formulation for developing new food products.Supercritic... fluids have gained increasing attention in the scientific community and industries where their application can lead to valuable products by means of green and sustainable processes. Food processing is one of the greatest application fields of supercritical technology, which can help produce new and natural ingredients. It is increasingly applied by research groups in universities, including food engineering schools.

  • Advanced Composites and Nanocomposites for Innovative Wastewater Treatment and Water Management

    • 1st Edition
    • Abou el Kacem Qaiss + 2 more
    • English
    Advanced Composites and Nanocomposites for Innovative Wastewater Treatment and Water Management explores how cutting-edge materials can revolutionize wastewater management. The book aims to merge the latest research and technological advancements in composites and nanocomposites, offering practical applications that enhance the efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness of water treatment processes. It is timely due to increasing global water resource pressures from pollution, population growth, and climate change. The book covers new developments in materials science, including: the properties and types of composites and nanocomposites and their applications in wastewater treatment and water management. The content is structured to include foundational knowledge, detailed analyses, practical applications, sustainability discussions, and future trends. The book will be a valuable reference resource for materials scientists, environmental engineers, policymakers, and industry practitioners.

  • The Deterministic Universe

    Exploring Chaos, Free Will, Prediction, and Modeling
    • 1st Edition
    • Paul A. Gagniuc
    • English
    The Deterministic Universe: Exploring Chaos, Free Will, Prediction, and Modeling equips readers with the tools to learn the foundational concepts of chaos, randomness, and determinism through examples and applied case studies. The book helps readers gain insights into how deterministic algorithms handle complex, chaotic data, providing an interdisciplinary exploration of chaos theory, determinism, and free will grounded in scientific principles, computational models, and philosophical insights. The content builds on established theories in physics, bioinformatics, and systems biology, weaving them into broader existential questions. The material emphasizes the interplay between randomness, noise, and order, providing a fresh lens to view the universe.The book connects these ideas to practical tools like random number generators and nonlinear equations, machine learning algorithms, computational and predictive models, extending their implications to biological systems, human thought, and decision-making. By addressing both scientific fundamentals and philosophical debates, it bridges abstract ideas with real-world phenomena and demonstrates the role of randomness and noise in predictive models and simulations, thus helping readers understand the limits of computational systems in mimicking real-world processes.

  • Doing Bayesian Data Analysis

    A Tutorial With R, Stan, brms, and the tidyverse
    • 3rd Edition
    • John K. Kruschke + 1 more
    • English
    Doing Bayesian Data Analysis: A Tutorial with R, Stan, brms, and the tidyverse, Third Edition, provides a carefully scaffolded tutorial from beginning concepts to advanced, realistic data analyses. The book uses a proven sequence of topics unique to Doing Bayesian Data Analysis. The first part covers foundational concepts of statistical models, probability, Bayesian reasoning, and computer programming in R and the tidyverse. The second part introduces all the concepts and methods of Bayesian data analysis, including the Stan modeling language, by using the simplest possible data structures and statistical models. The third part covers the generalized linear model, including multilevel (a.k.a. hierarchical) versions of regression and analysis of variance, for a variety of data types (metric, ordinal, nominal, dichotomous, count), using the convenient computer package called brms. Every concept and case is illustrated with detailed examples, and all computer code is available at the book’s website. This book is intended for self-learners or classroom learning, for first-year graduate students, advanced undergraduates, and professionals. The methods apply to any field, including social sciences, biological sciences, and physical sciences, for any setting, including academia, government, business, and industry.

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