Computational Biomechanics of Structural Fire Resistance ... · and challenges through information technologies and Health 2.0 7 Explores economic possibili-ties 7 Written by an international

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M. R. Abdul Kadir, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Johor, Malaysia

Computational Biomechanics of the Hip JointThis book presents analyses of the most common-ly reported failure modes of hip stems: loosening and thigh pain; both are attributed to the relative motion and instability at the bone-implant inter-face due to failure to achieve sufficient primary fixation. The book investigates various factors that could affect primary stability and therefore the long-term outcome of hip arthroplasty. The results complement experimental work carried out in this area as in-vitro experiments have several limita-tions that could be addressed through computer simulations.

Feature 7 Presents mechanical analyses of loosening and thigh pain of hip implants

Contents Introduction.- Finite element model construc-tion.- Parameters affecting finite element predic-tions.- The effect of implant design on stability.- Surgical and pathological parameters affecting micro motion.- Conclusion.

Fields of interestBiomedical Engineering; Continuum Mechanics and Mechanics of Materials; Biomaterials

Target groupsResearch

Product categoryBrief

Due July 2013

2014. IX, 113 p. 70 illus., 62 in color. (SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology / SpringerBriefs in Computational Mechanics) Softcover7 $49.95ISBN 978-3-642-38776-0

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K. H. Almand, The Fire Protection Research Foundation, Quincy, MA, USA

Structural Fire Resistance Experimental ResearchPriority Needs of U.S. Industry

Structural Fire Resistance Experimental Research – Priority Needs of U.S. Industry provides a syn-thesis of stakeholder input to a prioritized agenda for research at the National Fire Research Labora-tory (NFRL) at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) designed to accelerate the implementation of performance-based fire engi-neering for structures. The NFRL presents a broad range of unanswered questions regarding the performance of real structures in fire conditions, and informs performance-based design methods and standards in this field. The authors conducted a comprehensive literature review of large-scale structural fire testing and compiled research needs from a variety of sources. The book addresses ma-jor issues of broad concern in the fire community, such as real fire exposure and structural response, composite floor system performance, enhancing modeling performance, and understanding the embedded safety features in design methods. It concludes with a prioritized set of research recom-mendations for the NIST facility.

Contents Introduction.- Project Goal.- Review of Activities.- Literature Review.- Assessment of Research Needs based on Literature Review.- Community Input- Based Research Needs Framework.- Workshop Outcome – Research Needs.- Synthesis of Identi-fied Priorities For Utilization Of New Research Facility.- Conclusions.- References.- Appendix.

Fields of interestBuilding Construction; Civil Engineering; Com-puter Science, general

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner


Due August 2013

2014. IX, 53 p. 2 illus. (SpringerBriefs in Fire) Softcover7 $49.99ISBN 978-1-4614-8111-9

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S. Ambroszkiewicz, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland; J. Brzeziński, Poznan University of Technology, Poland; W. Cellary, Poznan University of Economics, Poland; A. Grzech, Wroclaw University of Technology, Poland; K. Zieliński, AGH University of Science and Technology, Krakow, Poland (Eds)

Advanced SOA Tools and ApplicationsThis book presents advanced software develop-ment tools for construction, deployment and gov-ernance of Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) applications. Novel technical concepts and para-digms, formulated during the research stage and during development of such tools are presented and illustrated by practical usage examples. Hence this book will be of interest not only to theoreti-cians but also to engineers who cope with real-life problems. Additionally, each chapter contains an overview of related work, enabling comparison of the proposed concepts with exiting solutions in various areas of the SOA development process. This makes the book interesting also for students and scientists who investigate similar issues.

Features 7 Recent research in Service Oriented Archi-tecture 7 Presents advanced tools and applica-tions 7 Written by leading experts in the field

Contents Specifications and deployment of SOA business applications within a configurable framework pro-vided as a service.- A platform for development of electronic markets of sophisticated business services.- Application of the Service-Oriented Ar-chitecture at the Inter-Organizational Level.- De-pendability Infrastructure for SOA Applications.- Implementation, Deployment and Governance of SOA Adaptive Systems.

Fields of interestComputational Intelligence; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics)


Product categoryMonograph

Due July 2013

2014. V, 332 p. 114 illus. (Studies in Computational Intelligence, Volume 499) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-38956-6

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R. K. Bali, Coventry University, UK; L. Bos, Utrecht, Netherlands; M. C. Gibbons, Johns Hopkins Urban Health Institute, Baltimore, MD, USA; S. Ibell, iBellieve Foundation, Toronto, ON, Canada (Eds)

Rare Diseases in the Age of Health 2.0This text focuses on various factors associated with orphan diseases and the influence and role of health information technologies. Orphan diseases have not been adopted by the pharmaceutical industry because they provide little financial incentive to treat or prevent it. It is estimated that 6,000-7,000 orphan diseases exist today; as medi-cal knowledge continues to expand, this number is likely to become much greater. The book high-lights the opportunities and challenges in this in-creasingly important area. The book explores new avenues which are opened by information technol-ogies and Health 2.0, and highlights also economic opportunities of orphan disease medicine. The editors of this new book have international experi-ence and competencies in the key areas of patient empowerment, healthcare and clinical knowledge management, healthcare inequalities and dispari-ties, rare diseases and patient advocacy.

Features 7 Focuses on various factors associated with orphan diseases 7 Highlights the opportunities and challenges through information technologies and Health 2.0 7 Explores economic possibili-ties 7 Written by an international authorship with experience and competencies in the key areas of patient empowerment, healthcare and clinical knowledge management, healthcare inequalities and disparities, rare diseases and patient advocacy

Fields of interestBiomedical Engineering; Health Informatics; Health Informatics



Due July 2013

2014. XXXI, 222 p. 14 illus. (Communications in Medical and Care Compunetics, Volume 4) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-642-38642-8

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A. Baschirotto, University of Milan, Milano, Italy; K. A. Makinwa, Delft University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands; P. Harpe, Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, Netherlands (Eds)

Frequency Reference, Power Management for SoC, and Smart Wireless InterfacesAdvances in Analog Circuit Design 2013

This book is based on the 18 tutorials presented during the 22nd workshop on Advances in Analog Circuit Design.

Features 7 Provides a state-of-the-art reference in analog circuit design, written by experts from industry and academia 7 Presents material in a tutorial-based format 7 Includes coverage of frequency reference, power management for systems-on-chip, and smart wireless interfaces

Contents Part I Frequency References.- Dual Core Fre-quency References for Mobile Applications In 65-NM CMOS.- A Piezo-Resistive, Temperature Compensated, MEMS-Based Frequency Syth-esizer.- A MEMS TCXO With Sub-PPM Stabil-ity.- UHF Clocks Based On Ovenized AIN MEMS Resonators.- A Monolithic CMOS Self-Compen-sated LC Oscillator Across Temperature.- Towards Portable Minature Atomic Clocks.- Part II Power Management for System-on-Chip.- From AC to DC and Reverse, The Next Fully Integrated Power Management Challenge.- Fully Integrated Switched-Capacitor DC-DC Conversion.-

Fields of interestCircuits and Systems; Electronic Circuits and Devices; Electronics and Microelectronics, Instru-mentation



Due October 2013

2013. XI, 339 p. 272 illus., 133 in color. Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-319-01079-3

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L. Benyoucef, J.‑C. Hennet, Domaine Universitaire de Saint Jérôme, Marseille, France; M. K. Tiwari, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, West Bengal, India (Eds)

Applications of Multi-Criteria and Game Theory ApproachesManufacturing and Logistics

Contents 1.A Survey on Multi-criteria Analysis in Logistics: Focus on Vehicle Routing Problems.- 2.Multi-ob-jective Approaches for Design of Assembly Lines.- 3.Multi-objective Assessment of Warehouse Stor-age Policies in Logistics and a Fuzzy Information Axiom Approach.- 4.Multi-objective Optimization Approach to Product-Planning in Quality Func-tion Deployment Incorporated with Fuzzy-ANP.- 5.Multi-objective Ant Colony Optimization (MOACO) Method to Solve Container Terminal Problem.- 6.Exploratory Study in Determining the Importance of Key Criteria in Mobile Supply Chain Management Adoption for Manufactur-ing Firms: A Multi-criteria Approach.- 7.A Fuzzy Handling of the Multi-criteria Characteristic of Manufacturing Processes.- 8.Prioritization of Sup-ply Chain Performance Measurement Factors by a Fuzzy Multi-criteria Approach.- 9.Route Selection and Consolidation in International Intermodal Freight Transportation.- 10.An Evolutionary Algo-rithm with Path Relinking for a Bi-objective Mul-tiple Traveling Salesman Problem with Profits.- 11.A Hybrid Simulation-based Duopoly Game Framework for Analysis of Supply Chain and Marketing Activities.- 12.Integrating Vendor Man-aged Inventory and Cooperative Game Theory to Effectively Manage Supply Networks. [...]

Fields of interestEngineering Economics, Organization, Logistics, Marketing; Manufacturing, Machines, Tools; Game Theory/Mathematical Methods



Due July 2013

2014. XIX, 427 p. 80 illus. (Springer Series in Advanced Manufacturing) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-1-4471-5294-1

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L. Caneparo, Politecnico di Torino, Italy

Digital Fabrication in Architecture, Engineering and ConstructionDigital technologies are changing the relationship between design and construction: with computer models, CAD/CAM, and prototyping, designers can gain direct control of building and construc-tion processes. The ability to digitally model designs, and thus to use those models directly in the context of production, creates a synthesis between design and construction in keeping with the tradition of the close relationship between design and craftsmanship, between the quality of the design and the rules of the craft. The evolu-tion of the culture of design and construction is the underlying theme of this book. The aim is to discuss the direction that innovation is now tak-ing, with a particular focus on today’s cutting-edge architectures.

Features 7 Presents innovative and promising digital construction technologies in engineering and architecture 7 Of interest to professionals and practitioners 7 Serves as a daily reference tool for anyone involved in design and construction processes 7 Suitable as a reference for design and construction courses

Contents 1 Origins of industrial production and prefab-rication.- 2 Digital production.- 3 Design for manufacture.- 4 Digital manufacture of metals.- 5 Digital woodworking.

Fields of interestCivil Engineering; Simulation and Modeling; Design, general



Due August 2013

2014. XIII, 199 p. 165 illus., 124 in color. Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-94-007-7136-9

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S. Chibbaro, University Pierre and Marie Curie, Paris, France; J.‑P. Minier, EDF, Chatou, France (Eds)

Stochastic Methods in Fluids MechanicsSince their first introduction in natural sciences through the work of Einstein on Brownian mo-tion in 1905 and further works, in particular by Langevin, Smoluchowski and others, stochastic processes have been used in several areas of science and technology. For example, they have been applied in chemical studies, or in fluid turbulence and for combustion and reactive flows. The articles in this book provide a general and unified framework in which stochastic processes are presented as modeling tools for various is-sues in engineering, physics and chemistry, with particular focus on fluid mechanics and notably dispersed two-phase flows. The aim is to develop what can referred to as stochastic modeling for a whole range of applications.

Features 7 Provides a general and unified framework in which stochastic processes will be presented as modeling tools for various issues in physics, chemistry and engineering 7 Focus is on fluid mechanics and notably dispersed two-phase flows 7 Presents stochastic modeling for a whole range of applications

Contents Introduction. - Mathematical background on stochastic processes. - Stochastic modeling of polydispersed turbulent two-phase flows. - Quadrature-based moment methods. - Mesoscop-ic particle models of fluid flows. - An kinetic-PDF approach to turbulent two-phase flows.

Fields of interestEngineering Fluid Dynamics; Fluid- and Aero-dynamics; Probability Theory and Stochastic Processes



Due August 2013

2014. VI, 170 p. 25 illus. (CISM International Centre for Mechanical Sciences, Volume 548) Hardcover7 approx. $169.00ISBN 978-3-7091-1621-0

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C. Consultants, Inc., St. Louis, MO, USA

Fire Flow Water Consumption in Sprinklered and Unsprinklered BuildingsAn Assessment of Community Impacts

Fire Flow Water Consumption in Sprinklered and Unsprinklered Buildings offers a detailed analysis for calculating the fire water demand required in buildings with existing and non-existant sprinkler systems. The installation of automatic sprinkler systems can significantly reduce the amount of water needed during a fire, but it requires water for commissioning, inspection, testing, and main-tenance (CITM). This book provides an estimate of fire water used under both fire conditions, including CITM, to allow communities to develop fire water fees for both sprinklered and unsprin-klered buildings that are proportional to the anticipated fire water usage. The types of buildings analyzed include residential (family dwellings as well as those up to four stories in height), business, assembly, institutional, mercantile, and storage fa-cilities. Water volume was studied using guidelines from the International Code Council, the National Fire Protection Association, and the Insurance Services Office.

Contents Introduction.- Community Selection.- Assessment of Fire Flow Fees.- Characteristic Set of Buildings.- Calculation of Fire Water Volume.- Calculation of Water Usage for Commissioning, Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance.- Fire Probability and Frequency.- Compiled Data (Probability and Vol-ume).- Calculation of Fire Fees.- American Water Works Association (AWWA).- References.

Fields of interestCivil Engineering; Computer Science, general; Building Construction



Due August 2013

2014. XI, 52 p. 3 illus. (SpringerBriefs in Fire) Softcover7 $54.99ISBN 978-1-4614-8108-9

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New SeriesResearch Topics in Wind EnergySeries editor: J. Peinke

The series Research Topics in Wind Energy publishes new developments and advances in the fields of Wind Energy Research and Technology, rapidly and informally but with a high quality. Wind Energy is a new emerging research field characterized by a high degree of interdiscipli-narity. The intent is to cover all the technical contents, applications, and multidisciplinary aspects of Wind Energy, embedded in the fields of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Phys-ics, Turbulence, Energy Technology, Control, Meteorology and Long-Term Wind Forecasts, Wind Turbine Technology, System Integration and Energy Economics, as well as the methodologies behind them. Within the scope of the series are monographs, lecture notes, selected contributions from specialized conferences and workshops, as well as selected PhD theses. Of particular value to both the contributors and the readership are the short publication timeframe and the worldwide distribution, which enable both wide and rapid dissemination of research output. The series is promoted under the auspices of the European Academy of Wind Energy.

D. I. Chortis

Structural Analysis of Composite Wind Turbine BladesNonlinear Mechanics and Finite Element Models with Material Damping

This book concerns the development of novel finite elements for the structural analysis of composite beams and blades. The introduction of material damping is also an important aspect of composite structures and it is presented here in terms of their static and dynamic behavior.

Features 7 Recent research on the Structural Analysis of Composite Wind Turbine Blades 7 Pres-ents Nonlinear Mechanics and Finite Element Models with Material Damping for the Static and Dynamic Analysis of Composite Wind Turbine Blades 7 Recipient of the Excellent Young Wind Doctor Award 2012of the European Academy of Wind Energy (EAWE)

Contents From the Contents: Historical Review on the Linear and Nonlinear Damped Structural Be-havior of Composite Structures.- Linear Material Coupling Effect on Structural Damping of Com-posite Beams and Blades.- Nonlinear Damping Mechanics and Finite Element Model for the Static and Damped Free-Vibration Analysis of Com-posite Strips.- Nonlinear Dynamic Response of Composite Plate-Beams.- Prediction of Nonlinear Damped Response of Large-Scale Blade Compos-ite Structures.

Fields of interestRenewable and Green Energy; Renewable and Green Energy; Complexity



Due July 2013

2013. XII, 212 p. (Research Topics in Wind Energy, Volume 1) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-319-00863-9

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R. V. Craster, Imperial College London, UK; J. Kaplunov, Keele University, UK (Eds)

Dynamic Localization Phenomena in Elasticity, Acoustics and ElectromagnetismProperties of wave localization play a decisive role both in applications of engineered microstruc-tures and in the detection of cracks and flaws. The papers in this volume give an introduction into a variety of interrelated dynamic localization phe-nomena occurring in elasticity, acoustics and elec-tromagnetism. In particular, these involve surface and edge waves and also trapped modes localized near defects, shape changes and the edges of elon-gated waveguides. The effects of layering, prestress, anisotropy, periodic microstructures as well as various multi-field phenomena are addressed with reference to underlying industrial problems.

Features 7 Written by leading experts 7 Breadth of material coverage from acoustics to elasticity and electromagnetism 7 Introduction to metamate-rials showing connections to other areas

Contents Modeling microstructured media: periodic systems and effective media.- Multiscale models of electromagnetic and plasmonic metamateri-als.- Explicit models for surface, interfacial and edge elastic wave.- Elastodynamic end effects in structural mechanics.- Trapped modes and edge resonances in acoustics and elasticity.- Surface waves in elastic half spaces coated with crystalline films.

Fields of interestContinuum Mechanics and Mechanics of Materi-als; Structural Materials; Applications of Math-ematics



Due August 2013

2014. 300 p. 60 illus., 30 in color. (CISM International Centre for Mechanical Sciences, Volume 547) Hardcover7 approx. $169.00ISBN 978-3-7091-1618-0

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J. Crowder, J. N. Carbone, Raytheon, Denver, CO, USA; S. Friess, Relevant Counseling LLC, Englewood, CO, USA

Artificial Cognition ArchitecturesThe goal of this book is to establish the founda-tion, principles, theory, and concepts that are the backbone of real, autonomous Artificial Intelli-gence. Presented here are some basic human intel-ligence concepts framed for Artificial Intelligence systems. These include concepts like Metacogni-tion and Metamemory, along with architectural constructs for Artificial Intelligence versions of human brain functions like the prefrontal cortex. Also presented are possible hardware and software architectures that lend themselves to learning, reasoning, and self-evolution

Features 7 Presents basic human intelligence concepts framed for artificial intelligence systems 7 Ex-amines the concepts of metacognition and metamemory, 7 Discusses architectural con-structs for artificial intelligence systems

Contents Introduction.- The Information Continuum.- The Psychology of Artificial Intelligence.- Cognitive Intelligence and the Brain: Synthesizing Human Brain Functions.- Artificial Memory Systems.- Ar-tificial Consciousness.- Learning in an Artificial Cognitive System.- Synthetic Reasoning.- Arti-ficial Cognitive System Architectures.- Artificial Cognitive Software Architectures.- SELF Physical Architectures.- Cyber Security within a Cognitive Architecture.- Conclusions and Next Steps.

Fields of interestComputational Intelligence; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Communications Engineering, Networks


Product categoryProfessional book

Due August 2013

2014. DL, 15 p. 119 illus., 8 in color. Hardcover7 $139.00ISBN 978-1-4614-8071-6

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H. J. Eom, KAIST, Daejeon, South Korea

Primary Theory of ElectromagneticsThis is a textbook on electromagnetics for un-dergraduate students in electrical engineering, information, and communications. The book contents are very compact and brief compared to other commonly known electromagnetic books for undergraduate students and emphasizes mathematical aspects of basic electromagnetic theory. The book presents basic electromagnetic theory starting from static fields to time-varying fields. Topics are divided into static electric fields, static magnetic fields, time-varying fields, and electromagnetic waves. The goal of this textbook is to lead students away from memorization, but towards a deeper understanding of formulas that are used in electromagnetic theory.

Features 7 Presents the essence of electromagnetics to students in electrical engineering 7 Electromag-netic theory is summarized from the mathemati-cal viewpoint 7 Fundamental electromagnetic formulas are concisely derived 7 Examples with detailed solution procedures are given to help students understand electromagnetic formulas

Contents 1 Vectors.- 2 Electrostatics.- 3 Magnetostatics.- 4 Faraday’s Law of Induction.- 5 Maxwell’s Equa-tions.- 6 Uniform Plane Waves.- 7 Transmission Lines.- 8 Waveguides and Antennas.- A Symbols, Notations, and Acronyms.- B Vector Formulas.- C Gradients, Divergences, Curls, and Laplacians.- D Dirac Delta Functions.- E Answers to Problems.- Index.

Fields of interestPower Electronics, Electrical Machines and Net-works; Optics and Electrodynamics; Microwaves, RF and Optical Engineering

Target groupsUpper undergraduate

Product categoryGraduate/Advanced undergraduate textbook

Due August 2013

2013. IX, 211 p. 148 illus. (Power Systems) Hardcover7 $89.99ISBN 978-94-007-7142-0

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P. R. Fernandes, Technical University of Lisbon, Portugal; P. J. Bártolo, CDRSP - IP Leiria, Portugal (Eds)

Tissue EngineeringComputer Modeling, Biofabrication and Cell Behavior

Contents Preface.- 1. Cell mechanics: The role of simula-tion Stem Cell-Based Tissue Engineering for Bone Repair: Influence of cell communication and 3-D cell-matrix environment, by Swathi Damaraju and Neil A. Duncan.- 2. In silico biology of bone regeneration inside calcium phosphate scaffolds, by Aurélie Carlier, Hans Van Oosterwyck and Liesbet Geris.- 3. Constitutive Effects of Hydrolyt-ic Degradation in Electro-spun Polyester-urethane Scaffolds for Soft Tissue Regeneration, by Hugo Krynauw, Lucie Bruchmüller, Deon Bezuiden-hout, Peter Zilla, Thomas Franz.- 4. 4D numerical analysis of scaffolds: a new approach, by A. C. Vieira, A. T. Marques, R. M. Guedes, V. Tita.- 5. Microrheology of Biopolymers at non-thermal regimes, by Rommel G. Bacabac, Heev Ayade, Lara Gay M. Villaruz, Raymund Sarmiento, Roland Otadoy.- 6. Optimization approaches for the design of additively manufactured scaffolds, by Sara M. Giannitelli, Alberto Rainer, Dino Accoto, Stefano De Porcellinis, Elena De-Juan-Pardo, Eugenio Guglielmelli, Marcella Trombetta.- 7. Ra-tional Design of Artificial Cellular Niches for Tissue Engineering, by Ana Sancho-Erkizia, Javier Aldazabal, Alberto Rainer, Elena M. De-Juan-Pardo.- 8. Photocrosslinkable materials for the fabrication of tissue-engineered constructs by stereolithography, by Rúben F. Pereira, Paulo J. Bártolo.

Fields of interestBiomedical Engineering; Biomaterials; Biomedi-cine general



Due August 2013

2014. VIII, 194 p. 68 illus. (Computational Methods in Applied Sciences, Volume 31) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-94-007-7072-0

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M. Fumagalli

Increasing Perceptual Skills of Robots Through Proximal Force/Torque SensorsA Study for the Implementation of Active Compliance on the iClub Humanoid Robot

This thesis proposes an effective methodology for enhancing the perceptual capabilities and achiev-ing interaction control of the iCub humanoid robot. The method is based on the integration of measurements from different sensors (force/torque, inertial and tactile sensors) distributed along the robot’s kinematic chain. Humanoid robots require a substantial amount of sensor information to create their own representations of the surrounding environment. Tactile percep-tion is of primary importance for the explora-tion process. Also in humans, the tactile system is completely functional at birth. In humanoid robotics, the measurements of forces and torques that the robot exchanges with its surroundings are essential for safe interaction with the environment and with humans.

Features 7 Nominated as outstanding PhD thesis by the University of Genoa, Italy 7 Presents a novel methodology to increase the perceptual capabili-ties of robotic systems and to perform interaction control by means of a limited amount of mechani-cal sensors 7 Opens new directions in autono-mous cognitive systems research and interaction control of humanoids robots

Contents Part I Increasing Perceptual Skills of Robots Through Proximal FTSs.- Improving the Estimate of Proprioceptive Measurements.

Fields of interestControl; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Robotics and Automation



Due August 2013

2014. 160 p. (Springer Theses) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-319-01121-9

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K. Grąbczewski, Nicolaus Copernicus University, Toruń, Poland

Meta-Learning in Decision Tree InductionThe book focuses on different variants of decision tree induction but also describes the meta-learning approach in general which is applicable to other types of machine learning algorithms. The book discusses different variants of decision tree induction and represents a useful source of information to readers wishing to review some of the techniques used in decision tree learning, as well as different ensemble methods that involve decision trees. It is shown that the knowledge of different components used within decision tree learning needs to be systematized to enable the system to generate and evaluate different variants of machine learning algorithms with the aim of identifying the top-most performers or poten-tially the best one. A unified view of decision tree learning enables to emulate different decision tree algorithms simply by setting certain parameters.

Features 7 Presents a general meta-learning approach which is applicable to a variety of machine learn-ing algorithms 7 Focuses on different variants of decision tree induction 7 Details the long and complex road from various small and larger algo-rithms to a unified approach and the robustness of meta-learning

Contents Introduction.- Techniques of decision tree induc-tion.- Multivariate decision trees.- Unified view of decision tree induction algorithms.- Intemi—advanced meta-learning framework.- Meta-level analysis of decision tree induction.




Due July 2013

2014. XV, 353 p. 33 illus. (Studies in Computational Intelligence, Volume 498) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-319-00959-9

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E. Y. Gu, Oakland University, Rochester, MI, USA

A Journey from Robot to Digital HumanMathematical Principles and Applications with MATLAB Programming

This book provides readers with a solid set of diversified and essential tools for the theoretical modeling and control of complex robotic systems, as well as for digital human modeling and realistic motion generation.

Features 7 Latest advances in digital human modeling and realistic motion analysis 7 Comprehensive intro-duction to 3D graphics and to its implementation all-in-one into a MATLAB program without need of any application programming interface and with no restriction 7 Written by a leading expert in the field

Contents Introduction to Robotics and Digital Human Modeling.- Mathematical Preliminaries.- Repre-sentations of Rigid Motion.- Redundant Robots and Hybrid-Chain Robotic Systems.- Digital Mock-Up and 3D Animation for Robot Arms.- Robotic Dynamics: Modeling and Formulations.- Control of Robotic Systems.- Digital Human Modeling: Kinematics and Statics.- Digital Mock-Up and 3D Animation for Robot Arms.- Robotic Dynamics: Modeling and Formulations.- Control of Robotic Systems.- Digital Human Modeling: Kinematics and Statics.

Fields of interestRobotics and Automation; Computational Science and Engineering; Control



Due July 2013

2013. XII, 588 p. (Modeling and Optimization in Science and Technologies, Volume 1) Hardcover7 $119.00ISBN 978-3-642-39046-3

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G. Haobijam, Indian Institute of Technology Mandi, India; R. P. Palathinkal, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, India

Design and Analysis of Spiral InductorsThe book addresses the critical challenges faced by the ever-expanding wireless communication market and the increasing frequency of operation due to continuous innovation of high performance integrated passive devices. The challenges like low quality factor, design complexity, manufac-turability, processing cost, etc., are studied with examples and specifics. Silicon on-chip inductor was first reported in 1990 by Nguyen and Meyer in a 0.8 μm silicon bipolar complementary metal oxide semiconductor technology (BiCMOS). Since then, there has been an enormous progress in the research on the performance trends, design and optimization, modeling, quality factor enhance-ment techniques, etc., of spiral inductors and significant results are reported in literature for various applications.

Features 7 Illustrates design challenges with integrated inductors in easy fashion 7 Designs guide-lines on choosing optimal layout of integrated inductors 7 Discusses multilayer inductor's design and illustration with relevant designs and measurement results

Contents Introduction.- Optimization of Spiral Inductor with Bounding of Layout Parameters.- Multilayer Pyramidal Symmetric Inductor.- Implementation of the MPS in Voltage Controlled Oscillator.- Ref-erences.- Index.

Fields of interestElectronics and Microelectronics, Instrumenta-tion; Microwaves, RF and Optical Engineering; Circuits and Systems



Due June 2013

2013. XII, 118 p. 69 illus. Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-81-322-1514-1

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W. He, S. S. Ge, B. V. How, Y. S. Choo, The National University of Singapore, Singapore

Dynamics and Control of Mechanical Systems in Offshore EngineeringDynamics and Control of Mechanical Systems in Offshore Engineering is a comprehensive treatment of marine mechanical systems (MMS) involved in processes of great importance such as oil drilling and mineral recovery. Ranging from nonlinear dynamic modeling and stability analysis of flexible riser systems, through advanced control design for an installation system with a single rigid payload attached by thrusters, to robust adaptive control for mooring systems, it is an authoritative reference on the dynamics and control of MMS. Readers will gain not only a complete picture of MMS at the system level, but also a better under-standing of the technical considerations involved and solutions to problems that commonly arise from dealing with them.

Features 7 Gives the reader a complete framework for dynamical analysis and control design of an eco-nomically vital class of systems 7 Validates the stability and effectiveness of control strategies by extensive simulation 7 Shows the reader how to overcome common problems involving the struc-tural dynamics and control of marine systems

Contents Preliminaries.- Dynamic Load Positioning.- Cou-pled Nonlinear Flexible Marine Riser.- Flexible Marine Riser with Vessel Dynamics.- Riser System with a Torque Actuator.- Marine Installation Sys-tem.- Riser Installation System.- Mooring System.

Fields of interestControl; Offshore Engineering; Structural Me-chanics



Due August 2013

2014. XVI, 260 p. 91 illus., 68 in color. (Advances in Industrial Control) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4471-5336-8

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B. Hicks, Boston University, Boston, USA

Nulling Interferometers for Space-based High-Contrast Visible Imaging and Measurement of Exoplanetary EnvironmentsHigh-contrast astronomical imaging has pro-gressed significantly in the past decade. Many of these techniques have been laboratory demon-strated to perform at contrast levels adequate for the detection of Solar System-like planets and dust around nearby stars. None of them, however, have been demonstrated in space. The state of the art in high-contrast imaging systems that have been built for space-based observation, the environment best suited for spectroscopic study of exo-Earths, is the nulling interferometer that was flown on the Planetary Imaging Concept Testbed Using a Rocket Experiment (PICTURE).

Features 7 Successfully addresses technically challenging topics on a highly visible field 7 Author has been recognized with two Boston University Awards and invited to an exclusive workshop on exoplanet technology held at Caltech 7 Provides pioneer-ing contributions to the imaging and characteriza-tion of exoplanets, one of the most fundamentals quests of modern astrophysics

Contents From the Contents: Exoplanet discovery from 51 Peg b to the present.- Relevant Physical Optics Concepts.- System Level Design Considerations.- Companion Signal to Noise Calculation.- Com-parison of Single-Aperture Nullers designed for Space.- The Development of MANIC.

Fields of interestAerospace Technology and Astronautics; As-tronomy, Observations and Techniques


Product categoryPh.D. Thesis

Due October 2013

2014. 148 p. 69 illus., 14 in color. (Springer Theses) Hardcover7 approx. $99.99ISBN 978-1-4614-8210-9

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M. Iguchi, Hokkaido University, Sapporo, Japan; O. J. Ilegbusi, University of Central Florida, FL, USA

Basic Transport Phenomena in Materials EngineeringThis book presents the basic theory and experi-mental techniques of transport phenomena in materials processing operations. Such fundamen-tal knowledge is highly useful for researchers and engineers in the field to improve the efficiency of conventional processes or develop novel technol-ogy. Divided into four parts, the book comprises 11 chapters describing the principles of momen-tum transfer, heat transfer, and mass transfer in single phase and multiphase systems. Each chapter includes examples with solutions and exercises to facilitate students’ learning.

Features 7 Explains in detail the treatment of multiphase transport phenomena in micro- and nanoscale processes 7 Facilitates understanding of physical and mathematical modeling of materials processes 7 Presents concrete examples of the wettability effects of reactors and pipeline systems on multiphase transport phenomena

Contents Momentum Transfer In Single-Phase Flows.- Basic Properties of Fluid Flow.- Momentum Transfer.- Special Topics in Fluid Mechanics.- Single Phase Heat Transfer.- Basic Principles of Heat Transfer.- One-Dimensional Heat Conduction.- Convection Heat Transfer.- Radiation Heat Transfer.- Mass Transfer.- Diffusion and Mass Transfer.- Multi-phase Flow.- Gas-Liquid Two-Phase Flow.- Flows Involving Solid Phase.- Multiphase Flow in Micro-Scale Systems.

Fields of interestEngineering Fluid Dynamics; Engineering Ther-modynamics, Heat and Mass Transfer; Computa-tional Mathematics and Numerical Analysis

Target groupsGraduate


Due August 2013

2014. X, 226 p. 160 illus., 40 in color. Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-4-431-54019-9

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F. Irgens, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Bergen, Norway

Rheology and Non-Newtonian FluidsThis book gives a brief but thorough introduction to the fascinating subject of non-Newtonian fluids, their behavior and mechanical properties. After a brief introduction of what characterizes non-New-tonian fluids in Chapter 1 some phenomena char-acteristic of non-Newtonian fluids are presented in Chapter 2. The basic equations in fluid mechanics are discussed in Chapter 3. Deformation kinemat-ics, the kinematics of shear flows, viscometric flows, and extensional flows are the topics in Chapter 4. Material functions characterizing the behavior of fluids in special flows are defined in Chapter 5. Generalized Newtonian fluids are the most common types of non-Newtonian fluids and are the subject in Chapter 6. Some linearly visco-elastic fluid models are presented in Chapter 7. In Chapter 8 the concept of tensors is utilized and advanced fluid models are introduced. The book is concluded with a variety of 26 problems. Solutions to the problems are ready for instructors

Features 7 Brief but thorough introduction to the fascinat-ing subject of non-Newtonian fluids 7 Includes the modeling of fluid-like materials as non-Newtonian fluids 7 Contains many problems to be used in a graduate course 7 Solutions to the problems are ready for instructors

Contents Classification of Fluids.- Flow Phenomena.- Basic Equations in Fluid Mechanics.- Deformation.- Material.- Generalized Newtonian.- Linearly Viscoelastic.- Advanced Fluid Models.- Problems.

Fields of interestEngineering Fluid Dynamics; Fluid- and Aero-dynamics; Characterization and Evaluation of Materials



Due July 2013

2014. XII, 188 p. 103 illus., 65 in color. Hardcover7 $89.99ISBN 978-3-319-01052-6

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J. Jia, Aker Solutions, Bergen, Norway

Essentials of Applied Dynamic AnalysisThis book presents up-to-date knowledge of dy-namic analysis and its applications in engineering world. It covers the relevant topics in analytical, numerical and experimental aspects.

Features 7 Covers a wide range of topics within ap-plied dynamic analysis 7 Presents up-to-date knowledge with an intention to allow their direct applications 7 Includes a number of case studies and many examples to highlight the practical aspects of the selected topics

Contents Dynamic vs. static.- Governing equation of mo-tions.- Free vibrations.- Global-, local- and rigid body vibrations.- Natural frequency for systems with distributed masses.- Solving eigenproblem for continuous systems.- Eigenfrequencies of non-uniform beams, shallow and deep foundations.- Vibration and buckling under axial loading.- De-terministic and stochastic motions.- Time domain to frequency domain.- Statistics of motions and loads.- Power spectra of wave, wind and earth-quake loading.- Forced vibrations.- Vibration of multi-degrees-of-freedom systems.- Damping.- Nonlinear dynamics.- Structural response due to environmental excitations.- Human body vibra-tions.- Numerical techniques for space and time discretization, and nonlinearities.- Finite element analysis.- Computer system for improving calcula-tion efficiency.- Modal testing techniques.- Model updating.- Structural health monitoring.- Case studies.

Fields of interestVibration, Dynamical Systems, Control; Quality Control, Reliability, Safety and Risk; Computa-tional Mathematics and Numerical Analysis



Due October 2013

2014. Approx. 270 p. 180 illus. (Risk Engineering) Hardcover7 approx. $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-37002-1

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A. Kalis, Athens Information Technology, Peania, Greece; A. G. Kanatas, University of Piraeus, Piraeus, Greece; C. B. Papadias, Athens Information Technology, Peania, Greece (Eds)

Parasitic Antenna Arrays for Wireless MIMO SystemsThis book unites two different technologies: para-sitic antenna arrays driven via analogue circuits that control the electromagnetic waves generated by the antenna array; and MIMO technology for multi-antenna arrays, typically driven by digital techniques in the baseband domain. The combina-tion of these two technologies has revealed a novel functionality that breaks through the conventional MIMO paradigm, allowing MIMO transmission over the air with the use of antenna arrays that may consist of only a single active element, that is surrounded by a number of passive neighboring antennas.

Features 7 Presents ideas that are state-of-the-art in the area of compact wireless terminals, and constitute an autonomous entity in the existing litera-ture 7 Introduces a perspective of implementing compact terminals with increased multiplexing capabilities 7 Includes case studies and examples applying the underlying theory

Contents MIMO Systems: Benefits and Drawbacks.- Parasitic Antenna Arrays: The Antenna Per-spective.- Beamspace MIMO and Degrees of Freedom.- Transmitter Techniques.- Receiver Techniques.- Antenna System Design for Beam-space-MIMO.- Over-the-air Proof of Concepts.- Applications, Standards and Open Issues.

Fields of interestCommunications Engineering, Networks; Micro-waves, RF and Optical Engineering; Signal,Image and Speech Processing



Due August 2013

2014. X, 308 p. 125 illus., 66 in color. Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-1-4614-7998-7

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K. Katoh, Osaka City University Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka, Japan; M. Iguchi, Hokkaido University Graduate School of Engineering, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan; T. Ito, Toyohashi University of Technology, Toyohashi,, Japan; T. Wakimoto, Osaka City University Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka, Japan; Y. Ueda, Hokkaido University, Sapporo, Japan

Dynamics of WettingContents Part I: Fundamental Principle (tentative).- 1. Introduction.- 2. Interfacial tensions.- 2.1 Origin of interfacial tensions and surface thermodynam-ics.- 2.2 Defintion of interfacial tension.- 2.3 Scale effect of interfacial tension.- 2.4 Measument of gas-liquid interfacial tension (Wilhelmy method, Du Noüy ring method, Drop weighing method, ADSA method).- 2.5 Typical phenomena related to interfacial tensions.- (Capillary adhesion, Marangoni convection, Thermo-capillary effect, Ringing of gauge block etc.) .- 3. Profiles of gas-liquid interface.- 3.1 Laplace equation.- 3.2 Profile of liqud meniscus.- 3.3 Droplet and bubble.- 4. Principles of wetting.- 4.1 Complete wetting and partial wetting.- 4.2 Work of spreading, work of adhesion and work of immersion.- 4.3 Equilib-rium contact angle and Young-Dupret’s equation.- 4.4 Wettability (Zisman’s law, estimation from polarizability).- 4.5 Contact angles on practical solid surface (Wenzel and Cassie’s contact angle).- 4.6 Measuring method of contact angle.- 4.7 Basic principles of hydrophobic and hydrophilic surface.- Part II Application (tentative).- Sliding of droplet on inclined plates, Detachment of droplet from curved surface.- Hysteresis phenomenon of contact angle.- Dynamic wetting, Behavior of three-phase contact line,Numerical simulation of dynamic wetting. [...]

Fields of interestNanotechnology and Microengineering; Surface and Interface Science, Thin Films; Engineering Fluid Dynamics



Due December 2013

2014. 320 p. 90 illus., 20 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-4-431-54224-7

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F. Kienle, TU Kaiserslautern, Germany

Architectures for Baseband Signal ProcessingThis book addresses challenges faced by both the algorithm designer and the chip designer, who need to deal with the ongoing increase of algorith-mic complexity and required data throughput for today’s mobile applications. The focus is on imple-mentation aspects and implementation constraints of individual components that are needed in trans-ceivers for current standards, such as UMTS, LTE, WiMAX and DVB-S2. The application domain is the so called outer receiver, which comprises the channel coding, interleaving stages, modulator, and multiple antenna transmission. Throughout the book, the focus is on advanced algorithms that are actually in use in modern communications systems. Their basic principles are always derived with a focus on the resulting communications and implementation performance.

Features 7 Enables algorithm designers and chip designers to meet challenges posed by the ongoing increase of algorithmic complexity and required data throughput for today’s mobile applications 7 De-scribes techniques for improved utilization of the bandwidth, as well as maximizing area and power profile to reduce fabrication costs 7 Focuses on advanced algorithms that are actually in use in modern communications systems

Contents Introduction.- Digital Transmission System.- Channel Coding Basics.- Hardware Design of Individual Components.- Turbo Codes.- Low-Density Parity Check Codes.- Bit-Interleaved Coded MIMO System.- Comparing Architectures.

Fields of interestCircuits and Systems; Processor Architectures; Signal,Image and Speech Processing



Due July 2013

2014. XV, 266 p. 149 illus., 67 in color. Hardcover7 $119.00ISBN 978-1-4614-8029-7

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D. M. Kim, Korea Institute for Advanced Study, Seoul, Korea, Republic of (South Korea); Y.‑H. Jeong, POSTECH, Gyeongbuk, Korea, Republic of (South Korea) (Eds)

Nanowire Field Effect Transistors: Principles and Applications“Nanowire Field Effect Transistor: Basic Principles and Applications” places an emphasis on the appli-cation aspects of nanowire field effect transistors (NWFET).

Features 7 Covers the basic physics and electronics lead-ing to the conceptual understanding of NWFET and its practical aspects 7 Provides modeling of NWFET in analogy and comparison with the well known MOSFET modeling, so that NWFET can be comprehended in the context of device evolu-tion 7 Discusses mainstream applications and emphasizes their basic concepts

Contents Quantum Wire and Sub-Bands.- Carrier Con-centration and Transport.- P-N Junction Diode: I-V Behavior and Applications.- Silicon Nanowire Field Effect Transistor.- Fabrication of Nanow-ires and their Applications.- Characterization of Nanowire Devices under Electrostatic Discharge Stress Conditions.- Green Energy Devices.- Nanowire Field Effect Transistors in Optoelec-tronics.- Nanowire BioFETs: An Overview.- Lab On a Wire: Application of Silicon Nanowires for Nanoscience and Biotechnology.- Nanowire FET Circuit Design – An Overview.

Fields of interestElectronics and Microelectronics, Instrumenta-tion; Optical and Electronic Materials; Electronic Circuits and Devices



Due September 2013

2014. XI, 275 p. 176 illus., 92 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $129.00ISBN 978-1-4614-8123-2

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H. Knobloch, Würzburg, Germany

Disturbance Attenuation for Uncertain Control SystemsWith Contributions by Alberto Isidori and Dietrich Flockerzi

This book presents a survey on recent attempts to treat classical regulator design problems in case of an uncertain dynamics. It is shown that source of the uncertainty can be twofold: (i) The system is under the influence of an exogenous disturbance about which one has only incomplete - or none - information. (ii) A portion of the dynamical law is unspecified - due to imperfect modeling. Both cases are described by the state space model in a unified way “Disturbance Attenuation for Uncertain Control Systems” presents a variety of approaches to the design problem in the presence of a (partly) unknown disturbance signal. There is a clear philosophy underlying each approach which can be characterized by either one of the following terms: Adaptive Control, Worst Case Design, Dissipation Inequalities.

Features 7 Presents research on Disturbance Attenuation for Uncertain Control Systems 7 Focuses on a mathematical approach on Uncertainties in Con-trol Systems 7 Written by experts in the field

Contents Dissipation Inequalities and Nonlinear H1-Theory.- Dissipation Inequalities: An Alternative Approach.- A United Approach to Problems of Asymptotic Tracking and Disturbance Rejection.- Disturbance Attenuation in Control Systems.

Fields of interestControl; Systems Theory, Control



Due July 2013

2013. XII, 260 p. (Lecture Notes in Control and Information Sciences, Volume 448) Softcover7 $109.00ISBN 978-3-319-00956-8

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N. Kroll, German Aerospace Center, Braunschweig, Germany; R. Radespiel, Technical University of Braunschweig, Germany; J. W. van der Burg, Airbus Operations Gmbh, Bremen, Germany; K. Sorensen, Cassidian, Manching, Germany (Eds)

Computational Flight TestingResults of the Closing Symposium of the German Research Initiative ComFliTe, Braunschweig, Germany, June 11th‑12th, 2012

This book reports on the German research initiative ComFliTe (Computational Flight Test-ing), the main goal of which was to enhance the capabilities of and tools for numerical simulation in flight physics to support future aircraft design and development. The initiative was coordinated by the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and promoted collaboration between the aircraft industry and academia. Activities focused on improving physical modeling for separated flows, developing advanced numerical algorithms for series computations and sensitivity predictions, as well as surrogate and reduced order modeling for aero data production and developing robust fluid-, structure- and flight mechanics coupling procedures.

Features 7 Results form the German research initiative ComFliTe (Computational Flight Testing) 7 Ad-vanced research in multidisciplinary numerical simulation in flight physics and their applications within the aeronautical industry 7 Written by leading experts in the field

Contents Innovative Algorithms.- Turbulence and Transi-tion Modeling.- Surrogate Modelling.- Multidisci-plinary Analysis.- Industrial Applications.

Fields of interestAerospace Technology and Astronautics; Fluid- and Aerodynamics; Engineering Fluid Dynamics



Due July 2013

2013. VIII, 289 p. 192 illus., 92 in color. (Notes on Numerical Fluid Mechanics and Multidisciplinary Design, Volume 123) Hardcover7 $219.00ISBN 978-3-642-38876-7

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H. Kunieda, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Tokyo, Japan

System-Level VLSI DesignThis textbook serves as an introduction to the subject of system-level VLSI design, focused on embedded systems design, verification and testing. A “Standard Cell Design” for large digital systems is described as a logic-level design methodology, which can be performed by automatic design soft-ware (CAD) tools, employing logic cells such as NAND, NOR, and FF cells. Basics of logic circuit design are covered, so that this book can be used without prior knowledge of VLSI circuit, device and process technology, but the emphasis is to provide the system-level design view of large-scale digital systems and to demonstrate basic concepts of System on Chip (SoC) design, including of both software and hardware aspects.

Features 7 Provides textbook coverage of VLSI design, with an emphasis on the fusion of system design and VLSI design 7 Covers topics in sequence corresponding to system design flow, emphasizing realistic practice 7 Includes detailed treatment of embedded hardware/software fundamentals, for design of System-on-Chip (SoC) 7 Emphasizes examples and exercises that reflect real applica-tions for embedded systems design

Contents What is an Integrated Circuit?.- Fundamental Design of Integrated Circuits.- Standard Cell Design.- Register Transfer Level (RTL) Design.- Logic Design and Verification.- Layout Design.- System Design Flow.- Algorithm Design.- Archi-tecture Design.- Behavior Verification.

Fields of interestCircuits and Systems; Electronics and Microelec-tronics, Instrumentation; Processor Architectures



Due November 2013

2014. 250 p. 125 illus. Hardcover7 approx. $99.00ISBN 978-1-4614-2319-5

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A. Lele, Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses, New Delhi, India

Mission MarsIndia’s Quest for the Red Planet

The objective of the book is to find an answer to the rationale behind the human quest for the Mars exploration. As a comprehensive assessment for this query is undertaken, it is realized that the ba-sic question ‘Why Mars?’ seeks various responses from technological, economic and geopolitical to strategic perspectives. The book is essentially tar-geted to understand India’s desire to reach Mars. In the process, it also undertakes some implicit questioning of Mars programmes of various other states essentially to facilitate the setting up of the context for an assessment. The book is divided into two parts: Part I: This covers both science and politics associated with Mars missions in global scenario and discusses the salient features of various Mars Missions undertaken by various countries. Part II: This provides details in regards to India’s Mars Mission.

Features 7 Significant amount of public interest on the subject which showcases demonstration of the scientific achievements 7 After successful Moon mission, India's Mars mission has both scientific and geopolitical connotations 7 Missions to same destination are expected from few other state too during the same time

Contents Introduction.- Why Mars?.- Discerning Mars.- In-dian Multidimensional Space Plan.- Mars Orbiter Mission.- Asia’s Investments in Mars.- Mars Mis-sions: Past, Present and Future.- Cost Contested: Perceptions vs. Reality.- Wrapping Up.

Fields of interestAerospace Technology and Astronautics; As-tronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology; Interna-tional Relations



Due July 2013

2014. XV, 125 p. 16 illus. in color. (SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology) Softcover7 $49.99ISBN 978-81-322-1520-2

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L. Liu, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China, People’s Republic; Q. Zhu, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK; L. Cheng, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China, People’s Republic; Y. Wang, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China, People’s Republic; D. Zhao, China University of Petroleum, Qingdao, China, People’s Republic (Eds)

Applied Methods and Techniques for Mechatronic SystemsModelling, Identification and Control

Applied Methods and Techniques for Mechatronic Systems: Modelling, Identification and Control brings together the relevant studies in mechatron-ic systems with the latest research from interdis-ciplinary theoretical studies, computational algo-rithm development and exemplary applications. Readers can easily tailor the techniques in this book to accommodate their ad hoc applications.

Features 7 Systematic collection of the works on model-ing, identification and control of mechatronic systems with exemplary applications 7 Uses a clear format for each paper: background - mo-tivation - quantitative development (equations) - case studies/illustrations/tutorials (curve, table, etc.) 7 Presents techniques that can be easily tailored to accommodate ad hoc applications

Contents Review and survey.- Modelling and simulation.- Control system design and integration.- Nonlinear dynamic systems.- Computational algorithms and bench tests.- Application examples.

Fields of interestControl; Mechatronics; Appl.Mathematics/Com-putational Methods of Engineering


Product categoryContributed volume

Due October 2013

2014. 300 p. 120 illus. (Lecture Notes in Control and Information Sciences, Volume 1041) Softcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-3-642-36384-9

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Y. Liu, E. C. Alocilja, S. Chakrabartty, Michigan State University Dept. Electrical & Computer Engineering, East Lansing, MI, USA

Forward Error-Correcting BiosensorsPrinciples, Modeling and Fabrication

This book explores a new area in the interface of biomedical devices and information engineering, describing an error-free biosensor technology, which employs error-correcting techniques to improve the reliability and accuracy of biosensors and biochips. It is the first comprehensive book to introduce the application of error-correcting methods into bionanotechnology, in order to achieve error-free performance.

Features 7 First book to demonstrate the design of biosen-sor encoders based on forward error-correcting principles 7 Explores a new area in the interface of biomedical devices and information engi-neering 7 Provides an invaluable reference to forward error-correcting principles to a multidis-ciplinary audience of researchers in bionanotech-nolgoy

Contents Fundamentals of Biosensors; Reliability of Biosen-sors.- Design of Forward Error-Correction Bio-sensors: Biosensor Encoder.- Design of Forward Error-Correction Biosensors: Biosensor Decoder.- Biosensor Instrumentation.- System Integration and BioMEMs.- Summary and Conclusions.

Fields of interestCircuits and Systems; Computer-Aided Engineer-ing (CAD, CAE) and Design



Due November 2013

2014. Approx. 200 p. Hardcover7 approx. $129.00ISBN 978-1-4614-3156-5

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M. Malboubi, London Centre for Nanotechnology, UK; K. Jiang, The University of Birmingham, UK

Gigaseal Formation in Patch ClampingWith Applications of Nanotechnology

This book presents an investigation of gigaseal formation using micro/nanotechnology. The aims of the book are twofold. First, it explains the mechanisms of gigaseal formation using the latest discoveries. Second, it provides practical tech-niques for frequent formation of high resistance seals. The formation of a high-resistance electrical seal, also known as a gigaseal, between a cell membrane and a glass micropipette tip is essential in patch-clamp experiments. Even though four decades have passed since the introduction of the patch-clamping technique by Neher and Sakmann, gigaseal formation remains an obstacle in develop-ing the high-throughput ion channel screening systems required by the pharmaceutical industry.

Features 7 Explains the mechanisms of gigaseal formation to the latest level of discoveries 7 Provides prac-tical techniques, which enable frequent formation of high resistance seals 7 Shares authors´ recent practice in acquiring gigaseal formation using micropipettes

Contents Chapter 1 Introduction.- Chapter 2 Development of patch clamping.- Chapter 3 Gigaseal forma-tion.- Chapter 4 Effect of roughness on gigaseal formation.- Chapter 5 Effect of hydrophilicIty on gigaseal formation.- Chapter 6 Effect of tip size on gigaseal formation.- Chapter 7 Study of glass micropipettes from tip formation to characteriza-tion.- References.

Fields of interestNanotechnology and Microengineering; Biomedi-cal Engineering



Due July 2013

2013. VII, 145 p. 81 illus., 65 in color. (SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology) Softcover7 $49.99ISBN 978-3-642-39127-9

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H. A. Mallot, University of Tübingen, Germany

Computational NeuroscienceA First Course

Computational Neuroscience - A First Course provides an essential introduction to compu-tational neuroscience and equips readers with a fundamental understanding of modeling the nervous system at the membrane, cellular, and network level. The book, which grew out of a lecture series held regularly for more than ten years to graduate students in neuroscience with backgrounds in biology, psychology and medicine, takes its readers on a journey through three fundamental domains of computational neurosci-ence: membrane biophysics, systems theory and artificial neural networks.

Features 7 A self-contained introduction to fundamental theories and basic methods for computational neuroscientists 7 Keeps mathematical concepts as intuitive and simple as possible and provides routes of explanation accessible also to readers who are less familiar with mathematics 7 Repre-sents an essential reference guide for all neurosci-entists who use computational methods in their daily work, as well as for any theoretical scientist approaching the field of computational neurosci-ence

Contents Excitable Membranes and Neural Conduction.- Receptive Fields and the Specificity of Neuronal Firing.- Coding and Representation.- Fourier Analysis for Neuroscientists.- Artificial Neural Networks.

Fields of interestComputational Intelligence; Neurosciences; Complexity



Available

2013. XII, 135 p. 62 illus. (Springer Series in Bio-/Neuroinformatics, Volume 2) Hardcover7 $69.99ISBN 978-3-319-00860-8

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W. Mitkowski, AGH University of Science and Technology, Cracow, Poland; J. Kacprzyk, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland; J. Baranowski, AGH University of Science and Technology, Cracow, Poland (Eds)

Advances in the Theory and Applications of Non-integer Order Systems5th Conference on Non‑integer Order Calculus and Its Applications, Cracow, Poland

This volume presents various aspects of non-integer order systems, also known as fractional systems, which have recently attracted an increas-ing attention in the scientific community of systems science, applied mathematics, control theory. Non-integer systems have become relevant for many fields of science and technology exem-plified by the modeling of signal transmission, electric noise, dielectric polarization, heat transfer, electrochemical reactions, thermal processes, acoustics, etc.

Features 7 Presents novel advances in both the theory and applications of non-integer order systems 7 The main focus is on control and electrical engi-neering, biomedical engineering, and systems theory 7 Results of the 5th Conference on Non-integer Order Calculus and its Applications Cracow, Poland, July 2013

Contents Part I Realization Problem.- Part II Stability.- Part III Controllability, Observability and Optimal Control.- Part IV Distributed Parameter Systems.- Part V Solutions and approximations.- Part VI Applications.

Fields of interestControl; Complexity; Signal,Image and Speech Processing



Available

2013. XVI, 325 p. 118 illus. (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering, Volume 257) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-319-00932-2

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S. Montani, University of Eastern Piedmont, Alessandria, Italy; L. C. Jain, University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA, Australia (Eds)

Successful Case-based Reasoning Applications - 2Case-based reasoning paradigms offer automatic reasoning capabilities which are useful for the implementation of human like machines in a limited sense. This research book is the second volume in a series devoted to presenting Case-based reasoning (CBR) applications. The first vol-ume, published in 2010, testified the flexibility of CBR, and its applicability in all those fields where experiential knowledge is available. This second volume further witnesses the heterogeneity of the domains in which CBR can be exploited, but also reveals some common directions that are clearly emerging in recent years. This book will prove useful to the application engineers, scientists, professors and students who wish to develop suc-cessful case-based reasoning applications.

Features 7 Presents most recent techniques to solve new problems using case-based reasoning in an innovative way 7 Continuation of the previ-ous volume “Successful Case-based Reasoning Applications – 1” SCI Volume 305 7 Written by leading experts in the field

Contents Cased -Based Reasoning Systems.- A Study of Two-Phase Retrieval for Process-Oriented Case-Based Reasoning.- Evaluating a Case-based Rea-soning Architecture for the Intelligent Monitoring of Business Workflows.- The COLIBRI platform: Tools, features and working examples.




Due August 2013

2014. V, 154 p. 63 illus. (Studies in Computational Intelligence, Volume 494) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-642-38735-7

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B. Özbek, Izmir Institute of Technology, Izmir, Turkey; D. Le Ruyet, Conservatoire National des Arts et Métie, Paris Cedex 03, France

Feedback Strategies for Wireless CommunicationThis book explores the different strategies regard-ing limited feedback information. The book analyzes the impact of quantization and the delay of CSI on the performance. The author shows the effect of the reduced feedback information and gives an overview about the feedback strategies in the standards. This volume presents theoreti-cal analysis as well as practical algorithms for the required feedback information at the base stations to perform adaptive resource algorithms efficiently and mitigate interference coming from other cells.

Features 7 Analyzes the impact of feedback information on the capacity of different wireless communica-tion systems 7 Provides practical algorithms for feedback information in wireless communication systems 7 Covers key aspects of wireless sys-tems, for example investigating feedback strategies of single user, multi-user and multi-cell systems

Contents Introduction.- Background on wireless commu-nication.- Feedback in SISO Single UserWireless Communication.- Feedback in MIMO Wireless Communication.- Feedback Strategies for Mul-tiuser Systems.- Feedback Strategies for Multian-tenna Multiuser Systems.- Feedback Strategies for Multicell Systems.- Feedback strategies in LTE systems.- Conclusions.

Fields of interestCommunications Engineering, Networks; Signal,Image and Speech Processing; Information Systems and Communication Service



Due November 2013


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W. Y. Pan, China Res. Inst. of Radio Propagation, Qingdao, China, People’s Republic; K. Li, Zhejiang University The Electromagnetics Academy, Hangzhou, China, People’s Republic

Propagation of SLF/ELF Electromagnetic WavesThis book deals with the SLF/ELF wave propaga-tion, an important branch of electromagnetic theory.

Features 7 The first book on the propagation of SLF/ELF electromagnetic waves in the past decade 7 In-cludes the latest development on both the theory and applications of SLF/ELF electromagnetic wave propagations since 2000’s 7 Detailed ad-dresses the important applications in earthquake electromagnetic radiation, submarine communi-cation, thunderstorm detection, and geophysical prospecting and diagnostics

Contents Historical and Technical Overview of SLF/ELF Electromagnetic Wave Propagation.- Excitation and Propagation of SLF/ELF Electromagnetic Waves in the Earth-Ionosphere Waveguide/Cav-ity.- Spherical Harmonic Series Solution for SLF/ELF Field in Earth-Ionosphere Waveguide/Cavity.- SLF/ELF Field in Air and Ionosphere Generated by Earthquake Radiation Source.- Propagation of SLF/ELF Waves in Anisotropic Ionosphere.- ELF Wave Propagation along Sea-Rock Boundary and Marine Controlled-Source Electromagnetics Method.- Radiation and Propagation of SLF/ELF Electromagnetic Waves of Space Borne Transmit-ter.- Atmospheric Noises in SLF/ELF Ranges.

Fields of interestMicrowaves, RF and Optical Engineering; Geo-physics/Geodesy; Optics and Electrodynamics



Due October 2013

2014. Approx. 320 p. 150 illus. Hardcover7 approx. $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-39049-4

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S. Paul, Intel Labs, Hillsboro, USA; S. Bhunia, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, USA

Computing with Memory for Energy-Efficient Robust SystemsThis book analyzes energy and reliability as major challenges faced by designers of computing frame-works in the nanometer technology regime.

Features 7 Introduces new paradigm for hardware re-configurable frameworks, which leverages dense memory array as a malleable resource, which can be used for information storage as well as compu-tation 7 Merges spatial and temporal computing to minimize interconnect overhead and achieve better scalability compared to state-of-the-art reconfigurable computing platforms 7 Enables efficient mapping of diverse data-intensive ap-plications from domains of signal processing, multimedia and security applications

Contents Part I Introduction.- Challenges in Computing for Nanoscale Technologies.- A Survey of Computing Architectures.- Motivation for a Memory-Based Computing Hardware.- Part II Memory Based Computing.- Key Features of Memory-Based Computing.- Overview of Hardware and Software Architectures.- Application of Memory-Based Computing.- Part III Hardware Framework.- A Memory Based Generic Reconfigurable Frame-work.- MAHA Hardware Architecture.- Part IV Software Framework.- Application Analysis.- Ap-plication Mapping to MBC Hardware.-

Fields of interestCircuits and Systems; Electronics and Microelec-tronics, Instrumentation; Processor Architectures



Due November 2013


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A. L. Peláez, Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia, Madrid, Spain (Ed)

The Robotics DivideA New Frontier in the 21st Century?

Societies survive in their environment and com-pete with each other depending on the technology they develop.

Features 7 Analyzes how robotics will shape our societies in the twenty-first century; a time when industrial and service robotics, particularly for military and aerospace purposes, will become an essential technology 7 Examines an emerging divide: the “robotics divide”; a phenomenon linked to the model to integrate advanced robotics in economic, social and military spheres 7 Focuses on the main technological trends in the field of robotics, and the impact that robotics will have on different facets of social life

Contents 21st-century Robotics: From the Factory to the Private Realm.- Perspectives on Industrial Robot-ics.- Perspectives on Service Robotics.- Military and Aerospace Robotics.- Robotics and Social Stratification.- Public Opinion and Technology Assessment: Perspectives on Advanced Robotics.- The Robotics Divide: Lessons from the Digital Divide.- Dependency, Social Work and Advanced Automation.- Inequalities in the Information Society: From the Digital Divide to Digital In-equality.- Prospective Techno economic Analysis for the Post-crisis World.- Economics, Robotics and Power.- Social Interaction and On-line and Off-line Robotics: Perspectives on Web Robots.- The Robotics Divide: Characteristics, Trends and Scenarios in the 21st Century.

Fields of interestRobotics and Automation; Philosophy of Technol-ogy; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics)



Due July 2013

2013. V, 244 p. 43 illus. Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-1-4471-5357-3

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O. Pivert, University of Rennes 1, Lannion Cedex, France; S. Zadrożny, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland (Eds)

Flexible Approaches in Data, Information and Knowledge ManagementThis volume showcases contributions from internationally-known researchers in the field of information management. Most of the approaches presented here make use of fuzzy logic, introduced by L.A. Zadeh almost 50 years ago, which consti-tute a powerful tool to model and handle gradual concepts. What all of these contributions have in common is placing the user at the center of the information system, be it for helping him/her to query a data set, to handle imperfect information, or to discover useful knowledge from a massive collection of data. Researchers working in data and knowledge management will greatly benefit from this collection of up-to-date studies. This may be also an invaluable source of information for postgraduate students interested in advanced information management techniques.

Features 7 Presents Flexible Approaches in Data, Informa-tion and Knowledge Management 7 Focuses on publications of fuzzy set theory to the database domain 7 Written by experts in the field

Contents Part I Bipolar preference queries.- Part II Ontology-based data access.- Part III Uncertain databases.- Part IV Flexible queries over nonstan-dard data.- Part V Fuzzy knowledge discovery and exploitation.




Due July 2013

2013. X, 317 p. 56 illus. (Studies in Computational Intelligence, Volume 497) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-319-00953-7

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C. R. Popa, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Romania

Current-Mode Analog Nonlinear Function Synthesizer StructuresThis book is dedicated to the analysis and design of analog CMOS nonlinear function synthesizer structures, based on original superior-order ap-proximation functions. A variety of analog func-tion synthesizer structures are discussed, based on accurate approximation functions. Readers will be enabled to implement numerous circuit functions with applications in analog signal processing, including exponential, Gaussian or hyperbolic functions.

Features 7 Describes novel methods for generating a multitude of circuit functions, based on superior-order improved accuracy approximation func-tions 7 Presents techniques for analog function synthesizers that can be applied easily to a wide variety of analog signal processing circuits 7 En-ables the design of analog signal processing circuits with reduced complexity, low-voltage, low-power operation, real-time operation, and multifunctionality

Contents Wide Output Dynamic Range Exponential Function Synthesizers.- Wide Output Dynamic Range Gaussian Function.- Hyperbolic Functions Synthesis.- Third Order Function Synthesizers.- Fourth-Order Function Synthesizers.

Fields of interestCircuits and Systems; Signal,Image and Speech Processing; Electronics and Microelectronics, Instrumentation



Due July 2013

2014. XII, 243 p. 196 illus., 32 in color. Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-319-01034-2

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U. Ramanathan, R. Ramanathan, University of Bedfordshire, Luton, UK (Eds)

Supply Chain Strategies, Issues and ModelsIn the 21st century, supply chain operations and relationships among supply chain partners have become highly challenging, necessitating new ap-proaches, e.g., the development of new models.

Features 7 Includes examples from actual industrial cas-es 7 Reflects the issues in the current competi-tive supply chains 7 Addresses possible solutions using established theories and models

Contents Supply Chain Complexity And Strategy.- A systematic approach to analyze the informa-tion in supply chain collaboration: A conceptual framework.- The Value Of Information Sharing In A Multi-Stage Serial Supply Chain With Posi-tive And Deterministic Lead Times.- Six Sigma in Supply Chain.- A Case Study on E- Kanban implementation: A framework for success-ful implementation.- A Comparative Study Of Periodic- Review Order-Up-To (T, S) Policy And Continuous-Review (S, S) Policy In A Serial Sup-ply Chain Over A Finite Planning Horizon.- Mod-eling Of Scheduling Batch Processor In Discrete Parts Manufacturing.- Cooperative Purchasing in Small and Medium-sized Enterprise (SMEs).- Sup-ply Chains with Service Level Agreements.- The role of logistics in e-commerce transactions: An exploratory study of customer feedback and risk.- Supply Chain Strategies in Difficult Times.

Fields of interestEngineering Economics, Organization, Logistics, Marketing; Production/Logistics/Supply Chain Management; Innovation/Technology Manage-ment



Due July 2013

2014. VIII, 310 p. 62 illus. Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-1-4471-5351-1

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T. Sakuma, S. Sakamoto, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan; T. Otsuru, Oita University, Oita, Japan (Eds)

Computational Simulation in Architectural and Environmental AcousticsMethods and Applications of Wave‑Based Computation

This book intends to review a variety of methods for wave-based acoustic simulation and recent applications to architectural and environmental acoustic problems. Following an introduction for an overview on computational simulation of sound environment, two parts are arranged: 4 chapters on methods and 4 chapters on applica-tions.

Features 7 Forefront of computational acoustics re-search 7 Comprehensive handbook on wave-based acoustic simulation 7 Substantial applica-tions to architectural and environmental acoustics

Contents Introduction.- Computational simulation for sound environment design.- Progress of com-putational acoustics.- Methods of Wave-Based Acoustic Simulation.- Finite-Difference Time-Do-main Method.- Finite Element Method.- Bound-ary Element Method.- Alternative Time-Domain Methods.- Applications to Architectural and Environmental Acoustic Problems.- Room Acoustics Simulation.- Noise Propagation Simula-tion.- Acoustic Property Simulation for Building Components.- Auralization.

Fields of interestEngineering Acoustics; Appl.Mathematics/Computational Methods of Engineering; Interior Architecture and Design



Due December 2013

2014. 600 p. 105 illus., 25 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $239.00ISBN 978-4-431-54453-1

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J. Schröder, Universitaet Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany; K. Hackl, Ruhr-Universtitaet, Bochum, Germany

Plasticity and BeyondMicrostructures, Crystal‑Plasticity and Phase Transitions

The book presents the latest findings in ex-perimental plasticity, crystal plasticity, phase transitions, advanced mathematical modeling of finite plasticity and multi-scale modeling. The associated algorithmic treatment is mainly based on finite element formulations for standard (local approach) as well as for non-standard (non-local approach) continua and for pure macroscopic as well as for directly coupled two-scale boundary value problems.

Features 7 Latest findings in the field of advanced finite plasticity are described 7 High number of 150 illustrations helps to understand the mathematical formulas 7 Applications in the area of material design are covered

Contents A discrete two-scale homogenization scheme of micro-macro-transition procedure: The FE2-method.- Variational modeling of microstructures in plasticity.- Micromorphic approach to crystal plasticity and phase transformation.- Formation of deformation substructures observed in ductile materials.- On scale-dependent crystal plastic-ity models.- Construction of statistically similar representative volume elements.

Fields of interestContinuum Mechanics and Mechanics of Ma-terials; Mathematical Modeling and Industrial Mathematics; Characterization and Evaluation of Materials



Due September 2013

2014. VI, 414 p. 177 illus. (CISM International Centre for Mechanical Sciences, Volume 550) Hardcover7 approx. $249.00ISBN 978-3-7091-1624-1

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B. K. Shivamoggi, University of Central Florida Dept. Mathematics, Orlando, FL, USA

Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaotic Phenomena: An IntroductionContents 1 Nonlinear Ordinary Differential Equations.- 1.1 First-order Systems.- 1.1.1 Dynamical System.- 1.1.2 Lipschitz Condition.- 1.1.3 Gronwall’s Lemma.- 1.1.4 Linear Equations.- 1.1.5 Autono-mous Equations.- 1.1.6 Stability of Equilibrium Points.- 1.1.6.1 Liapunov and Asymptotic Stabil-ity.- 1.1.6.2 Liapunov Function Method.- 1.1.7 Center Manifold Theorem.- 1.2 Phase-plane Analysis.- 1.3 Fully Nonlinear Evolution.- 1.4 Non-autonomous Systems.- 2 Bifurcation Theory.- 2.1 Stability and Bifurcation.- 2.2 Saddle-Node, Transcritical and Pitchfork Bifurcations.- 2.3 Hopf Bifurcation.- 2.4 Break-up of Bifurcations under Perturbations.- 2.5 Bifurcation Theory of One-Dimensional Maps.- 2.6 Appendix: The Normal Form Reduction.- 3 Hamiltonian Dynamics.- 3.1 Hamilton’s Equations.- 3.2 Phase Space.- 3.3 Canonical Transformations.- 3.4 The Hamilton-Jacobi Equation.- 3.5 Action-Angle Variables.- 3.6 Infinitesimal Canonical Transformations.- 3.7 Poisson’s Brackets.- 4 Integrable Systems.- 4.1 Separable Hamiltonian Systems.- 4.2 Integrable Systems.- 4.3 Dynamics on the Tori.- 4.4 Canoni-cal Perturbation Theory.- 4.5 Komogorov-Arnol’d-Moser Theory.- 4.6 Breakdown of Integrability and Criteria for Transition to Chaos.- 4.6.1 Local Criteria.- 4.6.2 Local Stability vs. Global Stability.- 4.6.3 Global Criteria.- 4.7 Magnetic Island Overlap and Stochasticity in Magnetic Confinement Systems.- 4.8 Appendix: The Problem of Internal Resonance in Nonlinearly-Coupled Systems.- 5 Chaos in Conservative Systems. [...]

Fields of interestMechanical Engineering; Vibration, Dynamical Systems, Control; Engineering Fluid Dynamics



Due August 2013

2013. Approx. 500 p. (Fluid Mechanics and Its Applications, Volume 103) Hardcover7 approx. $179.00ISBN 978-94-007-7093-5

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H. H. Smid, Breda, Netherlands; T. Pirard, Pepinster, Belgium; P. Cosyn, Brugge, Belgium

Aspiring Space NationsSmall Programs with Large Goals

“Aspiring Space Nations” documents, with illustra-tions, tables, references, and indices, the signifi-cant parts played by around 50 small countries in the worldwide development of space science and technology. It explains the political reasons, strategic importance, influence on education and politics, and the long-term future of these nations’ will to challenge this “new frontier.” The authors review and report on the national efforts in space that are being developed in the world outside of the powerful players of the USA, Russia, China, Europe, and Japan and the emerging space pow-ers of Brazil, Israel, Iran, South Korea and North Korea, among others.

Features 7 Documents, for the first time, the space programs of around 50 small, aspiring space nations 7 A great reference source for libraries, space agencies, engineers, and anyone inter-ested in humankind's progress as a spacefaring world 7 Describes the kinds of cooperation tak-ing place between developing and developed na-tions 7 Documents the scale, cost, and timescale of the production of satellites worldwide

Contents From the Contents: Part I: Europe.- Azerbaijan.- Belarus.- Estonia.- Part II: Asia.- Indonesia.- Iraq.- Kazakhstan.- Part III: Oceania.- Australia.- New Zealand.- Part IV: Africa.- Algeria.- Angola.- Part V: The Americas.- Argentina.- Bolivia.- Canada.

Fields of interestAerospace Technology and Astronautics; Popular Science in Astronomy; Extraterrestrial Physics, Space Sciences

Target groupsPopular/general

Product categoryPopular science

Due November 2013

2014. 300 p. 55 illus., 5 in color. (Springer Praxis Books / Space Exploration) Softcover7 approx. $39.95ISBN 978-1-4614-5952-1

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V. Snášel, P. Krömer, VŠB-TUO, Czech Republic; M. Köppen, Kyushu Institute of Technology, Fukuoka, Japan; G. Schaefer, Loughborough University, UK (Eds)

Soft Computing in Industrial ApplicationsProceedings of the 17th Online World Conference on Soft Computing in Industrial Applications

This volume of Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing contains accepted papers present-ed at WSC17, the 17th Online World Conference on Soft Computing in Industrial Applications, held from December 2012 to January 2013 on the Internet. WSC17 continues a successful series of scientific events started over a decade ago by the World Federation of Soft Computing.

Features 7 Recent Research on Soft Computing in Indus-trial Applications 7 Proceedings of the “Online Conference on Soft Computing in Industrial Ap-plications, December 03 - 14, 2012” 7 Written by leading experts in the field

Contents From the Contents: Advanced methods for 3D magnetic localization in industrial process distributed data logging with a sparse distance ma-trix.- Neural Network Ensemble based on Feature Selection for Non-Invasive Recognition of Liver Fibrosis Stage.- Cooperative and Non-Cooperative Equilibrium Problems with Equilibrium Con-straints: Applications in Economics and Transpor-tation.- Statistical Genetic Programming: The Role of Diversity.




Due July 2013

2014. XII, 294 p. 130 illus. (Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, Volume 223) Softcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-319-00929-2

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G. Sun, Peking University, Haidian District, Beijing, China, People’s Republic

Exploring Memory Hierarchy Design with Emerging Memory TechnologiesThis book equips readers with tools for computer architecture of high performance, low power, and high reliability memory hierarchy in computer systems based on emerging memory technolo-gies, such as STTRAM, PCM, FBDRAM, etc. The techniques described offer advantages of high density, near-zero static power, and immunity to soft errors, which have the potential of overcom-ing the “memory wall.

Features 7 Provides a holistic study of using emerg-ing memory technologies in different levels of the memory hierarchy 7 Equips readers with techniques for memory design with improved performance, energy consumption, and reliabil-ity 7 Includes coverage of all memory levels, ranging from cache to storage 7 Explains how to choose the proper memory technologies in differ-ent levels of the memory hierarchy

Contents Introduction.- Replacing Different Levels of the Memory Hierarchy with NVMs.- Moguls: a Model to Explore the Memory Hierarchy for Through-put Computing.- Exploring the Vulnerability of CMPs to Soft Errors with 3D Stacked Non-Volatile Memory.

Fields of interestCircuits and Systems; Processor Architectures; Semiconductors



Due October 2013

2014. XI, 129 p. 71 illus., 57 in color. (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering, Volume 10167) Hardcover7 approx. $129.00ISBN 978-3-319-00680-2

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P. Tucker, University of Cambridge, U.K.

Unsteady Computational Fluid Dynamics in AeronauticsThe field of Large Eddy Simulation (LES) and hybrids is a vibrant research area. This book runs through all the potential unsteady model-ling fidelity ranges, from low-order to LES. The latter is probably the highest fidelity for practical aerospace systems modelling. Cutting edge new frontiers are defined. One example of a pressing environmental concern is noise. For the accurate prediction of this, unsteady modelling is needed. Hence computational aeroacoustics is explored. It is also emerging that there is a critical need for coupled simulations. Hence, this area is also considered and the tensions of utilizing such simulations with the already expensive LES. This work has relevance to the general field of CFD and LES and to a wide variety of non-aerospace aerodynamic systems (e.g. cars, submarines, ships, electronics, buildings).

Features 7 Supplementary reading for CFD Course 7 Includes a wide range of practical examples 7 Clear overview of modeling hierar-chies 7 Informed Industrial perspective

Contents Preface.- 1 Introduction.- 2 Computational Methods for Unsteady Flows.- 3 Turbulence and its Modelling.- 4 Computational Aerodynam-ics Methods.- 5 Applications of Eddy Resolving Methods.- 6 Computational Aeroacoustics.- 7 Coupled Computational Aerodynamics.- 8 Future Outlook.- A Exemplars of Numerical Scheme Performances.- B RANS Models.- Index.

Fields of interestEngineering Fluid Dynamics; Aerospace Technol-ogy and Astronautics; Computational Science and Engineering



Due August 2013

2013. XXII, 478 p. 207 illus., 99 in color. (Fluid Mechanics and Its Applications, Volume 104) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-94-007-7048-5

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K. Watanabe, Yamagata University, Yonezawa, Japan

Integral Transform Techniques for Green’s FunctionIn this book mathematical techniques for integral transforms are described in detail but concisely. The techniques are applied to the standard partial differential equations, such as the Laplace equa-tion, the wave equation and elasticity equations. The Green’s functions for beams, plates and acous-tic media are also shown along with their math-ematical derivations. Lists of Green’s functions are presented for the future use. The Cagniard’s-de Hoop method for the double inversion is de-scribed in detail, and 2D and 3D elasto-dynamics problems are fully treated.

Features 7 Reference book for engineers 7 Green's dy-adics for elasto-dynamics problems in 2D and 3D are shown with their derivations 7 Cagniard's-de Hoop method is fully explained for 2D and 3D elasto-dynamic problems

Contents Definition of integral transforms and distribu-tions.- Green’s functions for Laplace and wave equations.- Green’s dyadic for an isotropic elastic solid.- Acoustic wave in an uniform flow.- Green’s functions for beam and plate.- Cagniard de Hoop technique.- Miscellaneous Green’s functions. - Exercises.

Fields of interestAppl.Mathematics/Computational Methods of Engineering; Theoretical and Applied Mechanics; Integral Transforms, Operational Calculus



Due July 2013

2014. XII, 190 p. 34 illus. (Lecture Notes in Applied and Computational Mechanics, Volume 71) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-319-00878-3

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F. Xhafa, Polytechnic University of Catalonia, Barcelona, Spain; N. Bessis, University of Derby, UK (Eds)

Inter-cooperative Collective Intelligence: Techniques and ApplicationsContents Internet of Intelligent Things – Bringing Artifi-cial Intelligence Approaches for Communication Networks.- Cloud Computing: Paradigms and Technologies.- A Comparison of two Different Approaches to Cloud Monitoring.- Intuitive user interfaces to help boost adoption of Internet-of-Things and Internet-of-Content Services for All.- Decision Support under Uncertainty for Intelligent Context-Aware Systems: the Applica-tion of Fuzzy Rule-Based Systems.- Autonomous evolution of information access in institutional decision-support systems using agent and seman-tic web technologies.- A Research Survey on Large XML Data: Streaming, Selectivity Estimation and Parallelism.- Techniques and Applications to Analyze Mobility Data.- Memory Support through Pervasive and Mobile Systems.- Viable Service Business Models towards Inter-Cooperative Strat-egies – Conceptual Evolutionary Considerations.- Discovering the Hidden Semantics in Enterprise Resource Planning Data through Formal Concept Analysis.- Quality of Service requirements and MAC protocols for Wireless Sensor Network.- ZERO: an efficient Ethernet-over-IP Tunnelling Protocol.- Energy-Efficient Indoor Spaces through Building Automation.- Collective Reasoning over Shared Concepts for the Linguistic Atlas of Sicily.




Due August 2013

2014. XIII, 441 p. 130 illus. (Studies in Computational Intelligence, Volume 495) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-35015-3

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B. S. Yilbas, S. Akhtar, S. Z. Shuja, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Laser Forming and Welding ProcessesThis book introduces model studies and experi-mental results associated with laser forming and welding such as laser induced bending, welding of sheet metals, and related practical applica-tions. The book provides insight into the physical processes involved with laser forming and weld-ing. The analytical study covers the formulation of laser induced bending while the model study demonstrates the simulation of bending and weld-ing processes using the finite element method. Analytical and numerical solutions for laser form-ing and welding problems are provided.

Features 7 Presents a complete picture of laser forming and welding processes with appropriate governing equations and boundary conditions 7 Provides understanding of the laser processing in an easy way 7 Gives the reader insight into the physics and mathematics of laser processing

Contents Introduction to Laser Forming and Welding Processes.- Analytical Treatment of Laser Form-ing and Welding Processes.- Numerical Analysis for Laser Forming and Welding.- Experimental Analysis for Laser Forming and Welding.- Con-cluding Remarks.

Fields of interestOperating Procedures, Materials Treatment; Sur-faces and Interfaces, Thin Films; Laser Technol-ogy, Photonics



Due July 2013

2014. X, 105 p. 48 illus., 6 in color. (Materials Forming, Machining and Tribology) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-319-00980-3

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A. Zolghadri, D. Henry, J. Cieslak, The University of Bordeaux, France; D. Efimov, INRIA, Villeneuve d’Ascq, France; P. Goupil, Airbus Operations S.A.S., Toulouse, France

Fault Diagnosis and Fault-Tolerant Control and Guidance for Aerospace VehiclesFrom Theory to Application

Fault Diagnosis and Fault-Tolerant Control and Guidance for Aerospace demonstrates the attrac-tive potential of recent developments in control for resolving such issues as flight performance, self protection and extended-life structures.

Features 7 Validates advanced fault diagnosis and fault-tolerant schemes using real-world aerospace systems 7 Shows how academic researchers can work with industrial practitioners to develop use-ful and successful solutions for future space and avionics systems 7 Provides the reader with tun-ing and validation of model-based fault detection and diagnosis systems

Contents Basic Concepts: Academic State of the Art and Industrial State of Practice.- Robust Fault Detec-tion in Aircraft Control Surface Servo-Loop: Oscillatory Failure Case.- Robust Fault Detection in Aircraft Control Surface Servo-Loop: Runaway and Jamming.- Non-conservative H-infinity/H2 FDD Design: LTI Case.- H-infinity/H2 FDD Design for LPV Case.- An Active Fault-tolerant Flight Control Strategy.- Final Remarks.

Fields of interestControl; Aerospace Technology and Astronautics



Due August 2013

2014. X, 201 p. 115 illus., 86 in color. (Advances in Industrial Control) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4471-5312-2

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New SeriesBiomedical and Health InformaticsSeries editor: Y.‑T. Zhang

Biomedical and Health Informatics (BHI) is a new book series that reports the latest research and developments in the field of biomedical and health informatics where information and communication technologies (ICT) intersect with biology, medicine , life sciences, health and healthcare; comprising: acquisition, transmission, processing, storage and retrieval of biomedical and health information: Wearable and/or implant-able systems; body sensor/area networks (BSN /BAN); BioMEMS, POCT, Biochips, Medical IC, Health chips, biomedical sensing, intenet of things (IoT) for health, healthcare and biomedicince; clody computing, mobile computing for health engineering; electronic health records (EHR), interoperability and connectivity; picture archive and communication systems (PACS); health information security and privacy, Cardiovascular Health Informatics and other ICT Applications in the practice of healthcare, early detection of dis-eases, early predication of diseases, early diagnosis of diseases, early treatment of diseases, patient monitoring, discovery of new therapies, public health, telemedicine, tele-healthcare, m-health, e-health, u-health, and p-Health (personalized, preventive, predictive, pervasive, participatory, preemptive, i.e. the paradigm of the 6-Ps Health), biologically Inspired Informatics: Virtual reality in biomedicine and surgery; bio-inspired robotics and biomimics; brain-computer interfacing and human–computer interfacing, biomedical Imag-ing Informatics: Real-time imaging, multimodal imaging; molecular imaging; Image and video data compression ; archive integrity and security; and visualization of bio-medical data and informatics in Biological Systems and Neuroinformatics: Bio-informatics; computational biology and systems biology; multi-scale biomodelling; bio-health data mining; biomarker detection; therapy and drug delivery; assistive technologies; neural systems and rehabilitation technologies. BHI publishes authored conference proceedings, contributed volumes and authored monographs that present cutting-edge research information as well as new perspectives on classical fields, while maintaining Springer’s high standards of excellence. Also con-sidered for publication are lecture notes and other related material of exceptionally high quality and interest. The subject matter should be original and timely, reporting the latest research and develop-ments in all areas of production engineering. The target audience of BHI consists of advanced level students, researchers, as well as industry profes-sionals working at the forefront of their fields. To submit a proposal or request further information, please use the PDF Proposal Form or contact directly: Dr. Jan-Philip Schmidt, Publishing Editor ([email protected])

Y.‑T. Zhang, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China, People’s Republic (Ed)

Wearable Medical Sensors and SystemsThis contributed volume covers a broad spectrum of wearable sensing techniques and their applica-tions in m-Health. The book includes design methodologies of wearable sensors and systems that are end-to-end integrated and connected into worn items such as intelligent textile cloth. More-over, the book provides review materials on sens-ing technologies, signal processing, power harvest and signal transmission. Applications in m-health are discussed, as well as the connection to fields such as sports, entertainment and military applica-tions. The target audience primarily comprises of researchers and practitioners, but the book may also be beneficial to graduate students.

Features 7 Focuses on special design characteristics of wearable systems 7 Covers a broad spectrum of topics 7 Written by leading experts in the field

Fields of interestBiomedical Engineering; Computer Imaging, Vi-sion, Pattern Recognition and Graphics; Biomedi-cine general



Due October 2013

2014. 350 p. 50 illus., 10 in color. (Biomedical and Health Informatics) Hardcover7 approx. $179.00ISBN 978-3-319-01004-5

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