The Cell Method for Electrical Engineering and ... · Engineering springer.com/NEWSonline 84 P. Alotto, University of Padova, Italy; F. Freschi, M. Repetto, C. Rosso, Polytechnic

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P. Alotto, University of Padova, Italy; F. Freschi, M. Repetto, C. Rosso, Polytechnic University of Turin, Torino, Italy

The Cell Method for Electrical Engineering and Multiphysics ProblemsAn Introduction

This book presents a numerical scheme for the solution of field problems governed by partial dif-ferential equations: the cell method. The technique lends itself naturally to the solution of multiphys-ics problems with several interacting phenomena. The Cell Method, based on a space-time tessella-tion, is intimately related to the work of Tonti and to his ideas of classification diagrams or, as they are nowadays called, Tonti diagrams: a graphical representation of the problem‘s equations made possible by a suitable selection of a space-time framework relating physical variables to each other.

Features 7 Introduction to the Cell Method, a numeri-cal method for the solution of a large class of physical problems as an alternative to the classical Finite Element techniques 7 Presents important implementation aspects of the technique as well as a complete fully working computer code for the solution of three‐dimensional stationary thermal problem 7 All chapters include extensive biblio-graphic references

Contents Tonti diagrams.-Topological equations.- Constitu-tive equations.- Classical physical problems.- Mul-tiphysics problems.- Implementation.

Fields of interestAppl.Mathematics/Computational Methods of Engineering; Electrical Engineering; Numerical and Computational Physics

Target groupsResearch

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S. I. Ao, International Association of Engineers, Hong Kong, China; O. Castillo, Tijuana Institute of Technology, Mexico; H. Huang, University of Canberra, ACT, Australia (Eds)

Intelligent Control and Innovative ComputingContents Reciprocally Convex Approach for the Stability of Networked Control Systems.- Space Robot Con-trol for Unknown Target Handling.- Multi-Sensor Architectures.- Five-axis Curve Machining for Computer Control Machine Tools.- Approximate Linear Quadratic Regulator Problems and its Ap-plication to Optimal Control in Discrete-time LTI Systems.- Structured Robust Control for MIMO Systems Using Artificial Intelligent Techniques.- Fuzzy Robust Trajectory Tracking Control of WMRS.- Balanced Performance/Robustness PID Design.- Hybrid Genetic Algorithm Optimization of Distributing Networks – A Comparative Study.- Cooking-step Scheduling Algorithm for Simul-taneous Cooking of Multiple Dishes.- Estimation of Distributed Generation Using Complex-valued Network Inversion with Regularization.- A New Method of Cooperative PSO: Multiple Particle Swarm Optimizers with Inertia Weight with Diversive Curiosity.- A New Design Method for Train Marshaling Evaluating the Transfer Distance of Locomotive.- Cost-adjusted MIQ: A New Tool for Measuring Intelligence Value of Systems.- Harmony Search Algorithm with Vari-ous Evolutionary Elements for Fuzzy Aggregate Production Planning.- A Compression Technique for XML Element Retrieval.- Words-of-Wisdom Search Based on User’s Sentiment.- Configurable Application Designed for Mining XML Document Collections.- Integrated Approach for Privacy Pre-serving Itemset Mining.- Mining General Fuzzy Sequences Based on Fuzzy Ontology. [...]

Fields of interestControl; Computing Methodologies; Electrical Engineering



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M. Baczyński, University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland; G. Beliakov, Deakin University, Burwood, Australia; H. Bustince Sola, Public University of Navarra, Pamplona, Spain; A. Pradera, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Madrid, Spain (Eds)

Advances in Fuzzy Implication FunctionsFuzzy implication functions are one of the main operations in fuzzy logic. They generalize the classical implication, which takes values in the set {0,1}, to fuzzy logic, where the truth values belong to the unit interval [0,1]. These functions are not only fundamental for fuzzy logic systems, fuzzy control, approximate reasoning and expert systems, but they also play a significant role in mathematical fuzzy logic, in fuzzy mathematical morphology and image processing, in defining fuzzy subsethood measures and in solving fuzzy relational equations. This volume collects 8 re-search papers on fuzzy implication functions.

Features 7 Recent research in Fuzzy Implication Op-erators 7 Timely collection of the most recent works in the area of Fuzzy Implications 7 Writ-ten by leading experts in the field

Contents An Overview of Construction Methods of Fuzzy Implications.- Fuzzy Implications: Classification and a New Class.- A Survey of the Distributivity of Implications over Continuous T-norms and the Simultaneous Satisfaction of the Contrapositive Symmetry.- Implication Functions in Interval-valued Fuzzy Set Theory.- (S;N)-Implications on Bounded Lattices.- Implication Functions Gener-ated Using Functions of one Variable.- Composi-tions of Fuzzy Implications.- Fuzzy Implications: Some Recently Solved Problems.

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



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B. Bede, DigiPen Institute Of Technology, Redmond, WA, USA

Mathematics of Fuzzy Sets and Fuzzy LogicThis book presents a mathematically-based intro-duction into the fascinating topic of Fuzzy Sets and Fuzzy Logic and might be used as textbook at both undergraduate and graduate levels and also as reference guide for mathematician, scientists or engineers who would like to get an insight into Fuzzy Logic. Fuzzy Sets have been introduced by Lotfi Zadeh in 1965 and since then, they have been used in many applications. As a conse-quence, there is a vast literature on the practical applications of fuzzy sets, while theory has a more modest coverage.

Features 7 Comprehensive introduction into Fuzzy Set Theory, Fuzzy Logic, and some areas of Compu-tational Intelligence that are strongly related to Fuzzy Sets 7 The book is intended to cover most of the basic topics in Fuzzy Sets Theory and Fuzzy Logic from a mathematical point of view as well as most of the current applications of the presented theory and can be used as textbook at both un-dergraduate and graduate levels 7 Written by a leading expert in the field

Contents 1 Fuzzy Sets.- 2 Fuzzy Set-Theoretic Operations.- 3 Fuzzy Relations.- 4 Fuzzy numbers.- 5 Fuzzy Arithmetic.- 6 Fuzzy Inference.- 7 Single Input Single Output Fuzzy Systems.- 8 Fuzzy Analysis.- 9 Fuzzy Differential Equations.- 10 Extensions of Fuzzy Set Theory.- 11 Possibility Theory.- 12 Fuzzy Clustering.- 13 Fuzzy Transform.- 14 Arti cial Neural Networks and Neuro-Fuzzy Systems.

Fields of interestComputational Intelligence; Math Applications in Computer Science; Mathematical Logic and Foundations



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J. Benesty, University of Quebec, Montreal, QC, Canada; J. Chen, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xian, Shaanxi China

Study and Design of Differential Microphone ArraysMicrophone arrays have attracted a lot of inter-est over the last few decades since they have the potential to solve many important problems such as noise reduction/speech enhancement, source separation, dereverberation, spatial sound record-ing, and source localization/tracking, to name a few. However, the design and implementation of microphone arrays with beamforming algorithms is not a trivial task when it comes to process-ing broadband signals such as speech. Indeed, in most sensor arrangements, the beamformer output tends to have a frequency-dependent response. One exception, perhaps, is the family of differential microphone arrays (DMAs) who have the promise to form frequency-independent responses.

Features 7 Provides a systematic study of differential microphone arrays from a signal processing perspective 7 Develops fundamental theory and algorithms 7 Explores to analyze and explain DMAs’ performance and limitations

Contents Introduction.- Problem Formulation.- Study and Design of First-Order Differential Arrays.- Study and Design of Second-Order Differential Arrays.- Study and Design of Third-Order Differential Arrays with Three Distinct Nulls.- Minimum-Norm Solution for Robust Differential Arrays.- Study and Design of Differential Arrays with the MacLaurin’s Series Approximation.

Fields of interestSignal, Image and Speech Processing; Acoustics; Engineering Acoustics



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F. Böhle, M. Bürgermeister, Universität Augsburg, Germany; S. Porschen, ISF München e.V., Munich, Germany (Eds)

Innovation Management by Promoting the InformalArtistic, Experience-based, Playful

This book explores new approaches to successful innovation - with all uncertainty. Its focal points are management of the informal and a new per-spective of human work: innovation work is based on artistic, experience-based and playful action.

Features 7 Includes case studies which allow for a close perspective of work practice in enterprises 7 Ex-plores innovation from several viewpoints includ-ing management, innovation process, innovation work and innovation controlling, thereby provid-ing a holistic perspective of innovation 7 Ad-dresses limits of planning and coping with these limits

Contents Preface & Translators’ Note.- Innovation manage-ment – limits of planning and new challenges.- The KES-MI project.- Innovation work – artistic, experience-based, playful.- Innovation process – flexible, open, non-linear.- Management of the informal by situational project management.- Management of the informal by cooperative trans-fer of experience.- Management of the informal by decisions within the work process.- Learning innovation work – Learning concept and frame-work.- Balanced innovation management account-ing – Reliable evaluation and planning within the innovation process.- The Authors.- Index

Fields of interestEngineering Economics, Organization, Logistics, Marketing; Innovation/Technology Management; Organizational Studies, Economic Sociology



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N. Bosso, Polytechnic of Turin, Italy; M. Spiryagin, Centre for Railway Engineering, Rockhampton, QLD, Australia; A. Gugliotta, A. Somà, Polytechnic of Turin, Italy

Mechatronic Modeling of Real-Time Wheel-Rail ContactReal-time simulations of the behaviour of a rail vehicle require realistic solutions of the wheel-rail contact problem which can work in a real-time mode. Examples of such solutions for the online mode have been well known and are implemented within standard and commercial tools for the simulation codes for rail vehicle dynamics. This book is the result of the research activities carried out by the Railway Technology Lab of the Depart-ment of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Politecnico di Torino. This book presents work on the project for the development of a real-time wheel-rail contact model and provides the simulation results obtained with dSpace real-time hardware.

Features 7 Enables the reader to better understand contact modeling and simulation 7 Includes both theory and worked out examples 7 Written by experts in the field

Contents Introduction.- Review of Wheel-Rail Contact Models.- RollerRigs.- Design of Scaled Roller Rigs.- Contact Model.- Real-Time Simulation of the Contact Model.- Example of Real-Time Ap-plication for Scaled Test Rig.

Fields of interestVibration, Dynamical Systems, Control; Mecha-tronics; Machinery and Machine Elements



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M. E. Celebi, Louisiana State University, Shreveport, CA, USA; G. Schaefer, Loughborough University, UK (Eds)

Color Medical Image AnalysisContents 1. A Data Driven Approach to Cervigram Im-age Analysis and Classification, by Edward Kim and Xiaolei Huang.- 2. Macroscopic Pigmented Skin Lesion Segmentation and Its Influence on Lesion Classification and Diagnosis, by Pablo G. Cavalcanti and Jacob Scharcanski.- 3. Color and Spatial Features Integrated Normalized Distance for Density Based Border Detection in Dermos-copy Images, by Sinan Kockara, Mutlu Mete, Sait Suer.- 4. A Color and Texture Based Hierarchical K-NN Approach to the Classification of Non-Melanoma Skin Lesions, by Lucia Ballerini, Robert B. Fisher, Ben Aldridge, Jonathan Rees.- 5. Color Quantization of Dermoscopy Images Using the K-Means Clustering Algorithm, by M. Emre Celebi, Quan Wen, Sae Hwang, and Gerald Schaefer.- 6. Grading the Severity of Diabetic Macular Edema Cases Based on Color Eye Fundus Images, by Daniel Welfer, Jacob Scharcanski, Pablo Gautério Cavalcanti, Diane Ruschel Marinho, Laura W. B. Ludwig, Cleyson M. Kitamura and Melissa M. Dal Pizzol.- 7. Colour Image Analysis of Wireless Capsule Endoscopy Video: A Review, by Mark Fisher and Michal Mackiewicz.- 8. Automated Prototype Generation for Multi-Color Karyotyp-ing, by Xuqing Wu, Shishir Shah, and Fatima Merchant.- 9. Colour Model Analysis for Histopa-thology Image Processing, by Gloria Bueno, Oscar Déniz, Jesús Salido, M. Milagro Fernández, Noelia Vállez, and Marcial García-Rojo.- 10. A Review on CAD Tools for Burn Diagnosis, by Aurora Sáez, Carmen Serrano and Begoña Acha.- Index.

Fields of interestBiomedical Engineering; Image Processing and Computer Vision; Imaging / Radiology



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R. Czerwinski, D. Kania, Silesian University of Technology, Gliwice, Poland

Finite State Machine Logic Synthesis for Complex Programmable Logic DevicesThis book is a monograph devoted to logic synthesis and optimization for CPLDs. CPLDs‘ macrocell can also be interpreted as program-mable AND-fixed OR structure, well known as PAL-based structure. The question is: what should be done when the number of implicants repre-senting function exceeds the number of product terms available in a logic block. The answer is ... in the book. Logic synthesis and optimization methods dedicated for PAL-based structures are proposed. The methods strive to find the optimum fit for the combinational logic and finite state machines to the structure of the logic device and aim at area and speed optimization. The theoreti-cal background and complete strategies are richly illustrated with examples and figures.

Features 7 Devoted to logic synthesis and optimization for Complex Programmable Logic Devices 7 Pres-ents logic synthesis and optimization methods dedicated for Programmable Array Logic –based structures 7 Written by leading experts in the field

Contents Introduction.- Definitions and Basic Properties.- Synthesis of FSMs.- State Assignment Algo-rithms.- Theoretical Background of Technology-Dependent Optimization.- The Algorithm of Area Optimization Based on Graphs of Outputs.- Con-clusions.- Output File Format.- Conclusion.

Fields of interestCircuits and Systems; Logic Design; Engineering Design



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H. Czichos, Beuth Hochschule für Technik, Berlin, Germany (Ed)

Handbook of Technical DiagnosticsFundamentals and Application to Structures and Systems

This book presents concepts, methods and tech-niques to examine symptoms of faults and failures of structures, systems and components and to monitor functional performance and structural in-tegrity. The book is organized in five parts. Part A introduces the scope and application of technical diagnostics and gives a comprehensive overview of the physics of failure. Part B presents all relevant methods and techniques for diagnostics and monitoring: from stress, strain, vibration analysis, nondestructive evaluation, thermography and industrial radiology to computed tomography and subsurface microstructural analysis.

Features 7 Presents concepts, methods and techniques to examine symptoms of faults and failures of structures, systems and components and to monitor functional performance and structural in-tegrity 7 Integrates knowledge of basic sciences and engineering disciplines with contributions from research institutions, academy, and indus-try 7 Written by a team of internationally known experts in the field

Contents Introduction.- Methods and Techniques for Diag-nostics and Monitoring.- Technical Diagnostics of Machines and Plants.- Structural Health Monitor-ing and Performance Control.- Excursion.

Fields of interestQuality Control, Reliability, Safety and Risk; Safety in Chemistry, Dangerous Goods; Characterization and Evaluation of Materials



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S. R. Devasahayam, Department of Bioengineering, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India

Signals and Systems in Biomedical EngineeringSignal Processing and Physiological Systems Modeling

The use of digital signal processing is ubiquitous in the field of physiology and biomedical engi-neering. The application of such mathematical and computational tools requires a formal or explicit understanding of physiology. Formal models and analytical techniques are interlinked in physiol-ogy as in any other field. This book takes a unitary approach to physiological systems, beginning with signal measurement and acquisition, followed by signal processing, linear systems modelling, and computer simulations.

Features 7 Revised 2nd edition 7 Expanded problem make this edition more interactive 7 Download-able bonus material found on SpringerExtras

Contents Introduction.- Signal Measurement.- Signals and Systems Basics.- Signal Filtering and System Control.- Digitization and Discrete Systems.- Dis-crete Signal Processing.- Numerical Methods and Geometry for Graphics.- Nerve Action Potentials.- External Stimulation of Excitable Tissue.- Skeletal Muscle Contraction.- The Electromyogram.- Neuromuscular Control.- Neural Firing Rate Analysis.- Immune Response to Infection.- Linear Model of Blood Flow.- Appendix: Data Acquisi-tion and Real-Time Signal Processing.- Descrip-tion of Computer Demonstrations.- Further Reading.- Solutions to Exercises.- Index.

Fields of interestBiomedical Engineering; Signal, Image and Speech Processing; Biophysics and Biological Physics



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T. Dohi, Hiroshima University, Higashi, Japan; T. Nakagawa, Aichi Institute of Technology, Toyota, Japan (Eds)

Stochastic Reliability and Maintenance ModelingEssays in Honor of Professor Shunji Osaki on his 70th Birthday

Contents 1.Generalized Logit-based Proportional Hazards Models and their Applications in Survival and Reliability Analyses.- 2.Design of Reliability Test Plans: an overview.- 3.Maintenance outsourcing: issues and challenges.- 4.Warranty/Maintenance: on modelling non-zero rectification times.- 5.Re-pair-time Limit Replacement policies.- 6.Repair Strategies in an Uncertain Environment: stochastic game approach.- 7.Maintenance Modeling and Policies.- 8.Reliability of Systems Subjected to Imperfect Fault Coverage.- 9.Replacement and Maintenance Policies of Devices: a review.- 10. Semi-Markov Perturbed Dynamical Differential Systems and their Use in Structural Reliabil-ity.- 11.Customer-perceived Software Reliability Predictions: beyond defect prediction models.- 12.Recent Developments in Software Reliability Modeling and its Applications.- 13.Application of EM Algorithm to NHPP-based Software Reli-ability Assessment.- 14.Closed-form Approach for Epistemic Uncertainty Propagation in Reliability Models.- 15.Generational Garbage Collection Policies

Fields of interestQuality Control, Reliability, Safety and Risk; Probability and Statistics in Computer Science; Statistics for Engineering, Physics, Computer Sci-ence, Chemistry and Earth Sciences



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2013. XXIV, 425 p. 100 illus. (Springer Series in Reliability Engineering, Volume 9) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-1-4471-4970-5

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O. Drubel, Siemens AG, Berlin, Germany

Converter Applications and their Influence on Large Electrical MachinesConverter driven applications are applied in more and more processes. Almost any installed wind-farm, ship drives, steel mills, several boiler feed water pumps, extruder and many other applica-tions operate much more efficient and economic in case of variable speed solutions. The boundary conditions for a motor or generator will change, if it is supplied by a converter.

Features 7 Gives an overview of existing converter designs for large electrical machines 7 Derives methods for the appropriate calculation of machine phe-nomena, which are implied by converters 7 Two typical converter applications (converter pump drives and steel mills) are analyzed, which are typical for most of the converter applications and have certain relevance for the global warming

Contents Typical converter designs for electrical machines.- Calculation-methods for converter fed electrical machines.- Additional losses due to higher voltage harmonics.- Converter caused torque oscillations.- Noise based on electromagnetic sources in case of converter operation.- Converter caused shaft voltages.- Insulation strategies in converter driven machines.- Converter applications in typical examples of energy efficient pump systems and in processes with a strong overload characteristic.

Fields of interestPower Electronics, Electrical Machines and Net-works; Renewable and Green Energy; Computa-tional Intelligence



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B. Eisfeld, Institute of Aerodynamics and Flow Technology, Braunschweig, Germany; H. Barnewitz, Airbus Operations GmbH, Bremen, Germany; W. Fritz, EADS Deutschland GmbH Cassidian, Manching, Germany; F. Thiele, Institute of Fluid Mechanics and Engineering Acoustics, Berlin, Germany (Eds)

Management and Minimisation of Uncertainties and Errors in Numerical AerodynamicsResults of the German collaborative project MUNA

This volume reports results from the German re-search initiative MUNA (Management and Mini-mization of Errors and Uncertainties in Numerical Aerodynamics), which combined development activities of the German Aerospace Center (DLR), German universities and German aircraft industry. The main objective of this five year project was the development of methods and procedures aiming at reducing various types of uncertainties that are typical of numerical flow simulations.

Features 7 Recent advances in numerical aerodynam-ics 7 Report of the German research initiative MUNA which aimed to develop methods and pro-cedures for reducing various types of uncertainties present in numerical flow simulations 7 Written by experts in the field working in the academic or in the industrial sector

Contents Part I Mesh Generation and Manipulation.- Part II Turbulence Modeling.- Part III Numerical Meth-ods.- Part IV Geometry and Deformation.- Part V Stochastic Uncertainties.

Fields of interestContinuum Mechanics and Mechanics of Materi-als; Numerical and Computational Physics; Fluid- and Aerodynamics



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2013. XII, 342 p. (Notes on Numerical Fluid Mechanics and Multidisciplinary Design, Volume 122) Hardcover7 $249.00ISBN 978-3-642-36184-5

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M. Elmahdy, Qtar University, Doha, Qtar; R. Gruhn, SVOX Deutschland GmbH, Ulm, Germany; W. Minker, University of Ulm, Germany

Novel Techniques for Dialectal Arabic Speech RecognitionNovel Techniques for Dialectal Arabic Speech describes approaches to improve automatic speech recognition for dialectal Arabic. Since speech resources for dialectal Arabic speech recogni-tion are very sparse, the authors describe how existing Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) speech data can be applied to dialectal Arabic speech recognition, while assuming that MSA is always a second language for all Arabic speakers. In this book, Egyptian Colloquial Arabic (ECA) has been chosen as a typical Arabic dialect. ECA is the first ranked Arabic dialect in terms of number of speakers, and a high quality ECA speech corpus with accurate phonetic transcription has been col-lected. MSA acoustic models were trained using news broadcast speech.

Features 7 Presents novel approaches that overcome the major problems in dialectal Arabic speech recognition 7 Investigates how to benefit from existing standard Arabic speech resources to improve speech recognition accuracy for dialectal Arabic 7 Explains in detail how the proposed approaches have been evaluated against conven-tional speech recognition techniques

Contents Fundamentals.- Speech Corpora.- Phonemic Acoustic Modeling.- Graphemic Acoustic Model-ing.- Phonetic Transcription Using the Arabic Chat Alphabet.

Fields of interestSignal, Image and Speech Processing; Language Translation and Linguistics; Communications Engineering, Networks



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S. Emami, Samsung R&D, San Jose, CA, USA

UWB Communication SystemsConventional and 60 GHz Principles, Design and Standards

The book introduces the fundamentals, architec-tures, and applications of unified ultra wideband devices. The material includes both theory and practice and introduces ultra wideband com-munication systems and their applications in a systematic manner. The author examines 60 GHz and conventional UWB. The material is written to enable readers to design, analyze, and evaluate UWB communication systems.

Features 7 Compares Conventional UWB and 60 GHz as they apply to the same application do-main 7 Provides a number of projects, exercises and advances in modulation techniques 7 Cov-ers several established UWB standards

Contents UWB Preliminaries.- UWB Channel Modeling.- Modulation Schemes and Multiple Access for Impulse Radio.- Advanced Impulse Radio Tech-niques.- UWB Modulation Schemes.- Selected UWB Topics: MAC, Ranging, Chipsets and Prod-ucts.- Communications Via 60 GHz Band.- IEEE 60 GHz Standards.- Other 60 GHz Standards.

Fields of interestCommunications Engineering, Networks; Infor-mation Systems and Communication Service; Signal, Image and Speech Processing



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2013. X, 214 p. 115 illus., 58 in color. Hardcover7 $119.00ISBN 978-1-4614-6752-6

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M. Fakhfakh, Sfax, Tunisia; E. Tlelo-Cuautle, National Institute of Astrophysics, Optics and Electronics, Tonantzintla, Mexico; R. Castro-Lopez, Institute of Microelectronics of Seville, Spain (Eds)

Analog/RF and Mixed-Signal Circuit Systematic DesignDespite the fact that in the digital domain, designers can take full benefits of IPs and design automation tools to synthesize and design very complex systems, the analog designers’ task is still considered as a ‘handcraft’, cumbersome and very time consuming process. Thus, tremendous efforts are being deployed to develop new design methodologies in the analog/RF and mixed-signal domains. This book collects 16 state-of-the-art contributions devoted to the topic of systematic design of analog, RF and mixed signal circuits. Divided in the two parts Methodologies and Techniques recent theories, synthesis techniques and design methodologies, as well as new sizing approaches in the field of robust analog and mixed signal design automation are presented for researchers and R/D engineers.

Features 7 First book that collects theories, design methods, sizing techniques and applications of all kinds of analog/RF and mixed-signal circuits/systems 7 Presents new optimization techniques and their application and integration in the analog/RF and mixed-signal synthesis and design fields 7 Describes how to analyze, synthesize, design, size, and optimize performances of a circuit

Contents PART I Methodologies.- PART II Techniques.

Fields of interestElectrical Engineering; Circuits and Systems; Computing Methodologies



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E. Frazzoli, T. Lozano-Perez, N. Roy, D. Rus, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA, USA (Eds)

Algorithmic Foundations of Robotics XProceedings of the Tenth Workshop on the Algorithmic Foundations of Robotics

Algorithms are a fundamental component of robotic systems. Robot algorithms process inputs from sensors that provide noisy and partial data, build geometric and physical models of the world, plan high-and low-level actions at different time horizons, and execute these actions on actuators with limited precision. The design and analysis of robot algorithms raise a unique combination of questions from many elds, including control theory, computational geometry and topology, geometrical and physical modeling, reasoning under uncertainty, probabilistic algorithms, game theory, and theoretical computer science. The Workshop on Algorithmic Foundations of Robot-ics (WAFR) is a single-track meeting of leading researchers in the eld of robot algorithms.

Features 7 Presents recent leading research on robotic algorithms 7 Edited outcome of the Tenth Inter-national Workshop on the Algorithmic Founda-tions of Robotics (WAFR) held in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA at 13-15 June 2012 7 Writ-ten by leading experts in the field

Contents From the Contents: The Minimum Constraint Removal Problem with Three Robotics Applica-tions.- Hierarchical Decision Theoretic Planning for Navigation Among Movable Obstacles.- Ro-bust complete path planning in the plane.

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



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V. P. Freitas, J. Delgado, University of Porto, Portugal (Eds)

Hygrothermal Behavior, Building Pathology and DurabilityFeatures 7 Includes a set of new developments in the field of building physics and hygrothermal behav-ior 7 Presents a new durability approach for his-torical and old buildings 7 Reviews the current state of knowledge

Contents Reducing the Risk of Microbial Growth on Insulated Walls by Improving the Properties of the Surface Materials.- Biological Defacement of External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems (ETICS).- Effectiveness and Durability of Biocides in Building Coatings – Biological Aspects.- Hygro-thermal Conditions and Mould Growth Potential in Cold Attics – Impact of Weather, Building System and Construction Design Characteristics.- Controlled Ventilation of Historic Buildings – Assessment of Impact on the Indoor Environment via Hygrothermal Building Simulation.- Degra-dation Control of Historical Walls with Rising Damp Problems.- Hygrothermal Performance and Damage Risk of Green Roofs.- Applicability of the Pull-Off Test: Teachings from a Large Sample of In-Situ Tests.- Moisture Robustness during Retrofitting of Timber Frame Walls with Vacuum Insulation Panels – Experimental and Theoretical Studies.- Wind Resistance Evaluation to Dynamic Response of Mechanically Anchored Waterproof-ing Membrane System.-

Fields of interestBuilding Materials; Building Physics, HVAC; Structural Materials



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Y. Fu, State University of New York (SUNY) at Buffalo, NY, USA; Y. Ma, Honeywell, Golden Valley, MN, USA (Eds)

Graph Embedding for Pattern AnalysisGraph Embedding for Pattern Recognition covers theory methods, computation, and applications widely used in statistics, machine learning, im-age processing, and computer vision. This book presents the latest advances in graph embedding theories, such as nonlinear manifold graph, linear-ization method, graph based subspace analysis, L1 graph, hypergraph, undirected graph, and graph in vector spaces.

Features 7 Covers theoretical analysis and real-world applications for graph embedding 7 Examines subspace analysis with L1 graph 7 Describes graph-based inference on Riemannian manifolds for visual analysis

Contents Multilevel Analysis of Attributed Graphs for Explicit Graph Embedding in Vector Spaces.- Fea-ture Grouping and Selection over an Undirected Graph.- Median Graph Computation by Means of Graph Embedding into Vector Spaces.- Patch Alignment for Graph Embedding.- Feature Sub-space Transformations for Enhancing K-Means Clustering.- Learning with ℓ1-Graph for High Dimensional Data Analysis.- Graph-Embedding Discriminant Analysis on Riemannian Manifolds for Visual Recognition.- A Flexible and Effective Linearization Method for Subspace Learning.- A Multi-Graph Spectral Approach for Mining Multi-Source Anomalies.- Graph Embedding for Speaker Recognition.

Fields of interestCommunications Engineering, Networks; Pattern Recognition; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics)



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2013. VIII, 260 p. 91 illus., 63 in color. Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4614-4456-5

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S. Fukuda, Stanford University, CA, USA (Ed)

Emotional Engineering vol. 2In an age of increasing complexity, diversification and change, customers expect services that cater to their needs and to their tastes.

Features 7 Describes how emotion plays an important role in today’s engineering as well its future develop-ment 7 Focuses on emotional engineering as a means to integrate a variety of products in a social framework 7 Brings together content from a range of sources and contributors to create a thorough and comprehensive discussion

Contents 1.Emotion and Satisficing Engineering.- 2.Emo-tion and Innovation.- 3.Touch Feelings and Sensor for Measuring the Touch Feeling.- 4.Eliciting, Measuring and Predicting Affect via Physiologi-cal Measures for Emotional Design.- 5.Sensory Stimulation of Designers.- 6.FuzEmotion – A Backward Kansei Engineering Tool for Assessing and Confirming Gender Inclination of Modern Cellular Phones.- 7.Proemotion: A Tool to Tell Mobile Phone’s Gender.- 8.Kansei Engineering : Methodology to the Project Oriented for the Customer.- 9.Kansei Engineering: Types of This Methodology.- 10.Interaction between Emotions and Mental Models in Engineering and Design Activities.- 11.Emotional Quality Inspection for Revealing Product Quality.- 12.Design Impression Analysis Based on Positioning and Coloring of Design Elements.- 13.Robust Design of Emotion for PET Bottle Shape Using Taguchi Method.- 14.Multisensory User Experience Design of Consumer Products.

Fields of interestEngineering Design; Engineering Economics, Organization, Logistics, Marketing; Interaction Design



Due February 2013

2013. VIII, 260 p. 130 illus. Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4471-4983-5

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T. Fukuda, F. Arai, M. Nakajima, Nagoya University, Japan (Eds)

Micro-Nanorobotic Manipulation Systems and their ApplicationsMicro/Nano Robotics and Automation tech-nologies have rapidly grown associated with the growth of Micro and Nanotechnologies. This book presents a summary of fundamentals in micro-nano scale engineering and the current state of the art of these technologies. “Micro-Nanorobotic Manipulation Systems and their Applications” introduces these advanced technologies from the basics and applications aspects of Micro/Nano-Robotics and Automation from the prospective micro/nano-scale manipulation. The book is organized in 9 chapters including an overview chapter of Micro/Nanorobotics and Automation technology from the historical view and important related research works.

Features 7 Recent research Micro-Nanorobotic Manipu-lation Systems 7 Introduction to the field and applications 7 Written by leading experts in the field

Contents Introduction of Micro-Nanorobotic Manipulation Systems.- Physics in Micro-Nano Scale.- Basics of Micro-Nanorobotic Manipulation Systems.- Mi-cromanipulation System under Optical Micro-scope.- Applications of Micromanipulation System under Optical Microscope.- Nanomanipulation System under Electron Microscopes.- Applications of Nanomanipulation System under FE-SEM-TEM.- Applications of Nanomanipulation System under E-SEM.

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



Due May 2013

2013. XII, 370 p. Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-36390-0

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T. Fukuda, Nagoya University, Japan; Y. Hasegawa, University of Tsukuba, Japan; K. Sekiyama, T. Aoyama, Nagoya University, Japan

Multi-Locomotion Robotic SystemsNew Concepts of Bio-inspired Robotics

Nowadays, multiple attention have been paid on a robot working in the human living environment, such as in the field of medical, welfare, entertain-ment and so on. Various types of researches are being conducted actively in a variety of fields such as artificial intelligence, cognitive engineering, sensor- technology, interfaces and motion control. In the future, it is expected to realize super high functional human-like robot by integrating technologies in various fields including these types of researches. The book represents new develop-ments and advances in the field of bio-inspired robotics research introducing the state of the art, the idea of multi-locomotion robotic system to implement the diversity of animal motion. It covers theoretical and computational aspects of Passive Dynamic Autonomous Control (PDAC), robot motion control, multi legged walking and climbing as well as brachiation focusing concrete robot systems, components and applications. In addition, gorilla type robot systems are described as hardware of Multi-Locomotion Robotic system.

Features 7 Introduction to Bio-inspired robotic systems, such as 7 walking, hoping, climbing, brachiating robots 7 Presents various locomotion modes, such as biped walking, Quad walking, ladder climbing and brachiation modes 7 Written by leading experts in the field

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



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2012. XIV, 314 p. 244 illus. (Springer Tracts in Advanced Robotics, Volume 81) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-642-30134-6

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R. F. Gans, University of Rochester, NY, USA

Engineering DynamicsFrom the Lagrangian to Simulation

This engineering dynamics textbook is aimed at beginning graduate students in mechanical engineering and other related engineering disci-plines who need training in dynamics as applied to engineering mechanisms. It introduces the formal mathematical development of Lagrang-ian mechanics (and its corollaries), while solving numerous engineering applications. The author’s goal is to instill an understanding of the basic physics required for engineering dynamics, while providing a recipe (algorithm) for the simulation of engineering mechanisms such as robots. The book will be reasonably self-contained so that the practicing engineer interested in this area can also make use of it. This book is made accessible to the widest possible audience by numerous, solved examples and diagrams that apply the principles to real engineering applications.

Features 7 Provides an applied textbook for intermediate/advanced engineering dynamics courses 7 Dis-cusses Lagrangian mechanics in the context of numerous engineering applications 7 Includes numerous, solved examples, illustrative diagrams and applied exercises in every chapter

Contents Particle Mechanics.- Rigid Body Mechanics.- Forces and Constraints.- Alternate Formula-tions.- Kane’s Method and the Kane-Hamilton Synthesis.- Simple Motors, Stability, and Control.- Mechanisms and Robots.- Wheeled Vehicles.- Ap-pendices.

Fields of interestVibration, Dynamical Systems, Control; Theoreti-cal and Applied Mechanics; Mechanical Engineer-ing

Target groupsGraduate


Due March 2013

2013. XI, 189 p. 158 illus., 87 in color. Hardcover7 $99.00ISBN 978-1-4614-3929-5

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A. Goedecke, Siemens Corporate Technology, Munich, Germany

Transient Effects in FrictionFractal Asperity Creep

Transient friction effects determine the behavior of a wide class of mechatronic systems. Classic examples are squealing brakes, stiction in robotic arms, or stick-slip in linear drives. To properly design and understand mechatronic systems of this type, good quantitative models of transient friction effects are of primary interest. The theory developed in this book approaches this problem bottom-up, by deriving the behavior of macro-scopic friction surfaces from the microscopic surface physics. The model is based on two as-sumptions: First, rough surfaces are inherently fractal, exhibiting roughness on a wide range of scales. Second, transient friction effects are caused by creep enlargement of the real area of contact between two bodies.

Features 7 Novel friction model enables reader to build friction simulations with accuracy 7 For readers from mechatronics, the book reveals the surface physics underlying friction 7 The reader can derive friction parameters from bulk material constants, making modeling easier and cheaper

Contents Asperity creep under constant displacement.- As-perity creep under constant force.- Generalized junction model.- Fractal surface model.- The MIMEAC contact model.- Discussion and out-look.

Fields of interestContinuum Mechanics and Mechanics of Materi-als; Mechatronics; Surfaces and Interfaces, Thin Films



Due May 2013

2013. XII, 210 p. 101 illus., 69 in color. (Engineering Materials) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-7091-1505-3

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A. Gorgulho, IST, Lisbon, Portugal; R. F. Neves, IST/IT, Lisboa, Portugal; N. C. Horta, IST, Lisbon, Portugal

Intelligent Financial Portfolio Composition based on Evolutionary Computation StrategiesThe management of financial portfolios or funds constitutes a widely known problematic in financial markets which normally requires a rigorous analysis in order to select the most profitable assets. This subject is becoming popular among computer scientists which try to adapt known Intelligent Computation techniques to the market’s domain. This book proposes a potential system based on Genetic Algorithms, which aims to manage a financial portfolio by using technical analysis indicators. The results are promising since the approach clearly outperforms the remaining approaches during the recent market crash.

Features 7 Proposes genetic algorithms to manage finan-cial porfolios 7 Provides information to predict the future movement of a stock’s 7 price 7 In-terdisciplinary content of interest to a broad range of researchers and professionials, from computer scientists to economists

Contents Preface.- Introduction.- Related Work.- Solution’s Architecture.- System Validation.- Conclusions and Future Work.- References.- Appendixes.

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



Available

2013. XI, 77 p. 30 illus., 15 in color. (SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology / SpringerBriefs in Computational Intelligence) Softcover7 $49.95ISBN 978-3-642-32988-3

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C. Guger, Guger Technologies OG, Schiedlberg, Austria; B. Z. Allison, Graz University of Technology, Austria; G. Edlinger, Guger Technologies OG, Graz, Austria (Eds)

Brain-Computer-Interface ResearchA State-of-the-Art Summary

Contents Exploring the Cortical Dynamics of Learning by Leveraging BCI Paradigms.- An Auditory Output Brain-Computer Interface for Speech Communication.- User-Appropriate and Robust Control Strategies to Enhance Brain-Computer Interface Performance and Usability.- What‘s Your Next Move? Detecting Movement Intention for Stroke Rehabilitation.- A Review of Performance Variations in SMR-based Brain Computer Inter-faces (BCIs).- Exploring the cortical dynamics of learning by leveraging BCI paradigms.- Seven Degrees of Freedom Cortical Control of a Robotic Arm.- Utilizing High Gamma (HG) Band Power Changes as Control Signal for Non-invasive BCI.- User-Appropriate and Robust Control Strategies to Enhance Brain Computer Interface Performance and Usability.- What are the Neuro-physiological Causes of Performance Variations in Brain-Computer Interfacing?.- Using the Electrocorticographic Speech Network to Control a Brain-Computer Interface in Humans.- Towards Communication in the Completely Locked-in State: Neuroelectric Semantic Conditioning BCI.- An Affective BCI Using Multiple ERP Compo-nents Associated to Facial Emotion Processing.

Fields of interestSignal, Image and Speech Processing; User Interfaces and Human Computer Interaction; Neurosciences



Due March 2013

2013. Approx. 100 p. 35 illus. (SpringerBriefs in Electrical and Computer Engineering) Softcover7 $49.95ISBN 978-3-642-36082-4

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F. Guillet, LINA, Nantes, France; B. Pinaud, University of Bordeaux, Talence, France; G. Venturini, University of Tours, France; D. A. Zighed, University of Lyon, Bron, France (Eds)

Advances in Knowledge Discovery and ManagementThe recent and novel research contributions col-lected in this book are extended and reworked versions of a selection of the best papers that were originally presented in French at the EGC’2011 Conference held in Brest, France, on January 2011. EGC stands for „Extraction et Gestion des connaissances“ in French, and means „Knowledge Discovery and Management“ or KDM. KDM is concerned with the works in computer science at the interface between data and knowledge; such as Data Mining, Knowledge Discovery, Busi-ness Intelligence, Knowledge Engineering and Semantic Web. This book is intended to be read by all researchers interested in these fields, including PhD or MSc students, and researchers from public or private laboratories. It concerns both theoretical and practical aspects of KDM. This book has been structured in two parts. The first part, entitled “Data Mining, classification and queries”, deals with rule and pattern mining, with topological approaches and with OLAP. The second part of the book, entitled “Ontology and Semantic”, is related to knowledge-based and user-centered approaches in KDM.

Features 7 Recent Research in Knowledge Discovery and Management 7 Carefully edited postproceedings book 7 Written by a leading expert in the field

Contents Part I Data Mining, classification and queries.- Part II Ontology and semantic.




Available

2013. XVIII, 221 p. 82 illus. (Studies in Computational Intelligence, Volume 471) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-642-35854-8

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L. Guzzella, A. Sciarretta, ETH, Zurich, Switzerland

Vehicle Propulsion SystemsIntroduction to Modeling and Optimization

This text provides an introduction to the math-ematical modeling and subsequent optimization of vehicle propulsion systems and their supervisory control algorithms. Automobiles are responsible for a substantial part of the world‘s consumption of primary energy, mostly fossil liquid hydrocar-bons and the reduction of the fuel consumption of these vehicles has become a top priority. Increas-ing concerns over fossil fuel consumption and the associated environmental impacts have motivated many groups in industry and academia to propose new propulsion systems and to explore new op-timization methodologies. This third edition has been prepared to include many of these develop-ments. In the third edition, exercises are included at the end of each chapter and the solutions are available on the web.

Features 7 New edition include new developments for propulsion systems and optimization methodolo-gies 7 Focuses on the minimization of fuel and energy consumption 7 Numerous case studies illustrate the theory, making this a highly practical text 7 Exercises are included at the end of each chapter and the solutions are available on the web

Contents Vehicle Energy and Fuel Consumption - Basic Concepts.- IC-Engine-Based Propulsion Systems.- Electric and Hybrid-Electric Propulsion Systems.- Non-electric Hybrid Propulsion Systems.- Fuel-Cell Propulsion Systems.- Supervisory Control Algorithms.

Fields of interestAutomotive Engineering; Engineering Thermody-namics, Heat and Mass Transfer; Transportation



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3rd ed. 2013. XII, 276 p. 214 illus. Hardcover7 $89.95ISBN 978-3-642-35912-5

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M. J. Jackson, Saint-Gobain High Performance Materials, Northborough, MA, USA; M. P. Hitchiner, Saint-Gobain Abrasives, Inc., Romulus, MI, USA

High Performance Grinding and Advanced Cutting ToolsHigh Performance Grinding and Advanced Cutting Tools discusses the fundamentals and advances in high performance grinding processes, and provides a complete overview of newly-devel-oping areas in the field. Topics covered are grind-ing tool formulation and structure, grinding wheel design and conditioning and applications using high performance grinding wheels. Also included are heat treatment strategies for grinding tools, using grinding tools for high speed applications, laser-based and diamond dressing techniques, high-efficiency deep grinding, VIPER grinding, and new grinding wheels.

Feature 7 Discusses heat treatment strategies for bonding tools

Contents Abrasive Tools and Bonding Systems.- Abrasive Grain Characteristics.- Silicon Carbide.- Fused Alumina.- Alumina Zirconia.- Ceramic Sol-gel Alumina Abrasive.- Superabrasives.- Vitrified Bonding Systems and Heat Treatment.- Vitrified Bonding Systems.- Grinding Wheel Structure During Heat Treatment.- Case Study I.- Case Study II.- Conclusions.

Fields of interestManufacturing, Machines, Tools; Metallic Materi-als; Machinery and Machine Elements



Available

2013. VIII, 100 p. 83 illus., 16 in color. (SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology) Softcover7 $49.95ISBN 978-1-4614-3115-2

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K. N. Jha, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, New Delhi, India

Determinants of Construction Project Success in IndiaThis study presents exploratory work and seeks to identify and evaluate the success and failure fac-tors that could form a guideline for further study and to some extent help professionals to under-stand some critical aspects that impact project performance concerning construction in India. A total of 55 attributes affecting the performance of construction projects are analysed in terms of their level of influence on four key performance criteria – schedule, cost, quality, and no disputes – using a two-stage questionnaire survey. These attributes are then further analysed, interpreted and evaluated. Based on the critical success factors obtained from the study, a neural network model-based predictive model for project performance has been developed.

Features 7 Takes Indian practice as starting point, but the topic is not country-specific 7 Theory is evaluated by practical application and re-evalua-tion 7 Applicable world-wide and as well as in other industries concerned with optimizing excel-lence and efficiency

Contents 1 Introduction.- 2 Research Method.- 3 Major Attributes of Project Performance.- 4 Critical Suc-cess Factors For Projects.- 5 Project Performance Prediction.- 6 Success Traits For a Construction Project.- 7 Project Coordination For Success.- 8 Other Issues in Project Coordination and Traits of a Project Coordinator.- 9 Summary and Conclu-sions.

Fields of interestConstruction Management; Industrial and Pro-duction Engineering; Quality Control, Reliability, Safety and Risk

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner


Due April 2013

2013. X, 422 p. 25 illus., 10 in color. (Topics in Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality, Volume 23) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-94-007-6255-8

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N. Kasabov, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand (Ed)

Springer Handbook of Bio-/NeuroinformaticsContents Part A (Ed. Heike Sichtig) Understanding In-formation Processes in Biological Systems.- Part B (Ed.: Chris Brown) Molecular Biology, Genome and Proteome Informatics.- Part C (Eds: Irwin King, Kaizhu Huang, Heike Sichtig) Machine Learning Methods.- Part D (Eds: Chris Brown, Heike .Sichtig, Irwin King, Kaizhu Huang, Fran-cesco Masulli) Modeling Regulatory Networks: The Systems Biology Approach.- Part E (Ed.: Francesco Masulli) Bioinformatics Databases and Ontologies.- Part F (Eds: Francesco Masulli, Dani-lo Mandic) Bioinformatics in Medicine, Health and Ecology.- Part G (Ed.: Heike Sichtig) Un-derstanding Information Processes in the Brain and the Nervous System.- Part H (Ed.: Danilo Mandic) Advanced Signal Processing Methods for Brain Signal Analysis and Modeling.- Part I (Eds: Lubica Benuskova, Heike Sichtig) Information Modeling of Perception, Sensation and Cogni-tion.- Part J (Eds: Shiro Usui, Raphael Ritz) Neu-roinformatics Databases and Ontologies.- Part K (Eds: Lubica Benuskova, Francesco Masulli) In-formation Modeling for Brain Diseases.- Part L (Eds: Lubica Benuskova, Danilo Mandic) Na-ture Inspired Integrated Information Technologies Glossary Appendix A Methods of Information Sci-ence Appendix B The Human Genome Appendix C Brain Genes and Diseases Acknowledgements.- About the Authors.- Subject Index.

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



Due March 2013

2013. Approx. 1200 p. 500 illus. in color. Hardcover7 $499.00ISBN 978-3-642-30573-3

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M. Kashmiri, Texas Instruments Inc., Delft, The Netherlands; K. A. Makinwa, Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands

Electrothermal Frequency References in Standard CMOSThis book describes an alternative method of realizing accurate on-chip frequency references in standard CMOS processes. This method exploits the thermal-diffusivity of silicon, i.e. the rate at which heat diffuses through a silicon substrate. This is the first book describing the design of such electrothermal frequency references. It includes the necessary theory, supported by practical realizations that achieve inaccuracies as low as 0.1% and thus demonstrate the feasibility of this approach.

Features 7 Surveys the state-of-the-art in all-silicon frequency references 7 Examines the use of the well-defined thermal properties of silicon in generating accurate on-chip frequencies 7 Dem-onstrates simplified models that allow electronics engineers to simulate electrothermal elements in circuit simulators 7 Follows a top-down meth-odology in circuit design, in which system-level design is promoted by behavioral simulations

Contents Introduction.- Silicon-based Frequency Referenc-es.- Frequency References Based on the Thermal Properties of Silicon.-A Digitally-Assisted Elec-trothermal Frequency-Locked Loop in Standard CMOS.- An Electrothermal Frequency Reference in Standard 0.7µm CMOS.- A Scaled Electrother-mal Frequency Reference in Standard 0.16µm CMOS.- Conclusions and Outlook.- Appendix.

Fields of interestCircuits and Systems; Electronics and Micro-electronics, Instrumentation; Signal, Image and Speech Processing



Due May 2013

2013. X, 210 p. 160 illus. (Analog Circuits and Signal Processing) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4614-6472-3

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S. Khan, Kohat University of Science and Technology, Pakistan; A.-S. Khan Pathan, International Islamic University Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Eds)

Wireless Networks and SecurityIssues, Challenges and Research Trends

“Wireless Networks and Security” provides a broad coverage of wireless security issues includ-ing cryptographic coprocessors, encryption, authentication, key management, attacks and countermeasures, secure routing, secure medium access control, intrusion detection, epidemics, security performance analysis, security issues in applications. The contributions identify various vulnerabilities in the physical layer, MAC layer, network layer, transport layer, and application layer, and focus on ways of strengthening security mechanisms and services throughout the layers.

Features 7 Recent research in wireless networks and security 7 Provides a broad coverage of wireless security issues including cryptographic coproces-sors, encryption, authentication, key management and others 7 Demonstrates vulnerabilities and ways for strengthening security mechanisms and services throughout the layers

Contents From the contents: Security in Amateur Packet Radio Networks.- Security Issues in Mobile Ad hoc Network.- Secure AODV Routing Protocol Based on Trust Mechanism.- Security and Privacy in Vehicular Ad-hoc Networks: survey and the road ahead.- Security issues and approaches on wireless M2M systems.- Security and Privacy in Wireless Body Area Networks for Health Care Ap-plications.- Security and Privacy Issues in Wireless Mesh Networks: A Survey.- Trust Establishment Techniques in VANET.

Fields of interestCommunications Engineering, Networks; Systems and Data Security



Due April 2013

2013. Approx. 400 p. (Signals and Communication Technology) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-36168-5

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V. Kharitonov, Saint Petersburg State University, Russia

Time-Delay SystemsLyapunov Functionals and Matrices

Stability is one of the most studied issues in the theory of time-delay systems, however the cor-responding chapters of published volumes on time-delay systems do not include a comprehen-sive study of a counterpart of classical Lyapunov theory for linear delay free systems. The principal goal of the book is to fill this gap, and to provide readers with a systematic and exhaustive treatment of the basic concepts of the Lyapunov-Krasovskii approach to the stability analysis of linear time-delay systems. Time-Delay Systems: Lyapunov Functionals and Matrices will be of great use and interest to researchers and graduate students in automatic control and applied mathematics as well as practicing engineers involved in control system design.

Features 7 First book to comprehensively study a counter-part of classical Lyapunov theory for linear delay free systems 7 Provides a comprehensive study of Lyapunov matrices for time-delay systems, in-cluding existence and computation issues 7 In-cludes various applications of the complete type functionals 7 May be used as a supplemental text for graduate courses in automatic control

Contents Preface.- Notations and Symbols.- Part I: Delay Type Systems.- 1 General Theory. 2 Single Delay Case.- 3 Multiple Delay Case.- 4 Sys-tems with Distributed Delay.- Part II: Neutral Type Systems.- 5 General Theory.- 6 Linear Systems.- 7 Distributed Delay Case.- References.- Subject Index.

Fields of interestControl; Systems Theory, Control; Dynamical Systems and Ergodic Theory



Available

2013. XVI, 311 p. 4 illus. (Control Engineering) Hardcover7 $109.00ISBN 978-0-8176-8366-5

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J. S. Khoury, C. T. Abdallah, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, USA

Internet Naming and DiscoveryArchitecture and Economics

Naming is an integral building block within data networks and systems and is becoming ever more important as complex data-centric usage models emerge. Internet Naming and Discovery is timely in developing a unified model for studying the topic of naming and discovery. It details the archi-tectural and economic tools needed for designing naming and discovery schemes within the broader context of internetwork architecture.

Features 7 Presents the first general information-centric survey and taxonomy of inter-network architec-tures bringing some order to the previous plethora of ad hoc network descriptions 7 Treats the problem of service-differentiated discovery in networks 7 Provides an incentive-based model for route distribution and discovery under the Internet’s border gateway protocol

Contents Part I: Computer Networks.- Introduction and Overview.- The Internet.- Towards a Taxonomy of Inter-network Architectures.- Part II: Naming and Discovery in Networks.- Introduction.- A Survey of Naming Architectures.- Exploring the Design Space. Discovery Service Differentiation.- Towards Formalizing Network Architectural Descrip-tions.- Part III: Economics of Discovery.- On the Economics of Discovery.- Route-distribution Incentives in BGP.

Fields of interestCommunications Engineering, Networks; Infor-mation Systems Applications (incl. Internet); R & D/Technology Policy



Available

2013. XIII, 141 p. 18 illus., 12 in color. (Signals and Communication Technology) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4471-4551-6

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Z.-B. Kuang, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China

Theory of ElectroelasticityTheory of Electroelasticity analyzes the stress, strain, electric field and electric displacement in electroelastic structures such as sensors, actuators and other smart materials and structures. This book also describes new theories such as the phys-ical variational principle and the inertial entropy theory. It differs from the traditional method by using the physical variational principle to derive the governing equations of the piezoelectric mate-rial, whereas the Maxwell stress is obtained auto-matically. By using the inertial entropy theory, the temperature wave equation is obtained very easily. The book is intended for scientists, researchers and engineers in the areas of mechanics, physics, smart material and control engineering as well as mechanical, aeronautical and civil engineering, etc. Zhen-Bang Kuang is a professor at Shanghai Jiao Tong University.

Features 7 Proposes a new principle: Physical variational principle and inertial entropy theory, using these principles derive governing equation 7 Tries to unify and modify the theoretical results of electro-elastic and thermoelectroelastic analyses (stress, electric field, etc) published in literatures 7 Dis-cusses the failure theory of electroelastic materials

Contents Introduction Continuum Thermodynamics.- Physical variational Principle and Governing Equations.- Generalized two dimensional elec-troelastic problem.- Linear inclusion and related problems.- Some problems in more complex mate-rials with deffects.- Electroelastic wave.- Three dimensional and applied electroelastic problem.- Failure theory in piezoelectric materials.

Fields of interestContinuum Mechanics and Mechanics of Materi-als; Structural Materials; Mechanics



Due May 2013

Jointly published with Shanghai Jiao Tong University Press, Shanghai

Distribution rights in China mainland:Shanghai Jiao Tong University Press

2013. 350 p. 84 illus. Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-36290-3

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C. Lardier, Air and Cosmos, Paris, France; S. Barensky, Jaillans, France

The Soyuz Launch VehicleThe Two Lives of an Engineering Triumph

“The Soyuz Launch Vehicle” tells the story, for the first time in a single English-language book, of the extremely successful Soyuz launch vehicle. Built as the world’s first intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), Soyuz was adapted to launch not only Sputnik but also the first man to orbit Earth, and has been in service for over fifty years in a variety of forms. It has launched all Soviet manned spacecraft and is now the only means of reaching the International Space Station.

Features 7 Details accurately the birth in the 1950s and rebirth in modern times of the Soyuz launcher and its use by Russia and many other nations 7 Also recounts the accomplishments with nearly 300 im-ages, 100 of them in color 7 Describes the great lengths the Soviets took in order to hide the details of their rockets from the West 7 Chronicles the recent cooperative space endeavors of the United States, Europe and Russia

Contents Part I: Soyuz in the East.- The V-2’s heir.- De-signing the Semyorka.- The Council of Chief Designers.- Korolev’s Subsidiaries.- The Various Versions.- The Launch Bases.- Part II: Soyuz in the West.- A Fantasy Launcher.- East meets West.- Genesis of Starsem.- Europeans on the Steppe.- Russians in the Jungle.- Soyuz – Launcher of the Future.

Fields of interestAerospace Technology and Astronautics; Popular Science in Mathematics/Computer Science/Natural Science/Technology; Popular Science in Astronomy

Target groupsPopular/general


Due April 2013

2013. 456 p. 314 illus., 100 in color. (Springer Praxis Books / Space Exploration) Softcover7 approx. $44.95ISBN 978-1-4614-5458-8

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Y. H. Lee, Sungkyunkwan University, Kyongkido, Republic of Korea

Introduction to Engineering ElectromagneticsThis text provides students with the missing link that can help them master the basic principles of electromagnetics. The concept of vector fields is introduced by starting with clear definitions of po-sition, distance, and base vectors. The symmetries of typical configurations are discussed in detail, including cylindrical, spherical, translational, and two-fold rotational symmetries. To avoid serious confusion between symbols with two indices, the text adopts a new notation: a letter with subscript 1-2 for the work done in moving a unit charge from point 2 to point 1, in which the subscript 1-2 mimics the difference in potentials, while the hyphen implies a sense of backward direction, from 2 to 1. This text includes 300 figures in which real data are drawn to scale.

Features 7 Introductory graduate textbook on Engineer-ing Electrodynamics 7 The author has a teaching experience of more than 20 years with graduates and undergraduates on Electromagnetics as well as to selected researchers of Samsung Electron-ics 7 Each chapter includes solved examples, problems, exercises as well as review questions (with indirect answers) and a solution manual

Contents Vector Algebra and Coordinate Systems.- Vec-tor Calculus.- Electrostatics.- Steady Electric Current.- Magnetostatics.- Time-Varying Fields and Maxwell’s Equations.- Wave Motion.- Time-Harmonic Electromagnetic Waves.- Transmission Lines.- Waveguides.

Fields of interestElectrical Engineering; Optics and Electrodynam-ics



Due January 2013

2013. Approx. 550 p. Hardcover7 $119.00ISBN 978-3-642-36117-3

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W. Li, Coventry University, UK; J. Mehnen, Cranfield University, UK (Eds)

Cloud ManufacturingDistributed Computing Technologies for Global and Sustainable Manufacturing

Contents 1.ICMS: A Cloud-based Manufacturing System.- 2 A Distributed Selective Disassembly Plan-ning Service for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment with Case Studies on Liquid Crystal Display.- 3.Cloud Machining Community: a Method to Use Socialized Production Resources for Outsourcing Machining Processes and Parts.- 4.Factors Affecting Cloud Technology Adoption: Potential User’s Perspective.- 5.Manufacturing Paradigm Shift towards Better Sustainability.- 6.Lifecycle Sustainable Information Management for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment.- 7.A Streaming Technology of 3D Design and Manufacturing Visualization Information Sharing for Cloud-based Collaborative Systems.- 8.Design-ing by Services: A New Paradigm for Collaborative Product Development.- 9.Real-Time Work-in-progress Management for Ubiquitous Manufac-turing Environment.- 10.Survey on Distributed Collaborative Engineering and Applications.- 11.Manufacturing Paradigm Shift towards Better Cloud Computing in the Military Environment: A New Model for Collaboration in the Operational Information Exchange Networks.

Fields of interestManufacturing, Machines, Tools; Special Purpose and Application-Based Systems; Innovation/Tech-nology Management



Due March 2013

2013. XIII, 257 p. 97 illus., 5 in color. (Springer Series in Advanced Manufacturing) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4471-4934-7

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New SeriesRisk EngineeringSeries editor: D. Proske

The Springer Book Series Risk Engineering can be considered as a starting point, looking from different views at Risks in Science, Engineering and Society. The book series publishes intense and detailed discussions of the various types of risks, causalities and risk assessment procedures. Although the book series is rooted in enginee-ring, it goes beyond the thematic limitation, since decisions related to risks are never based on technical information alone. Therefore issues of „perceived safety and security“ or „risk judgment“ are compulsory when discussing technical risks, natural hazards, (environmental) health and social risks. One may argue that social risks are not related to technical risks, however it is well known that social risks are the highest risks for humans and are therefore immanent in all risk trade-offs. The book series tries to cover the discussion of all aspects of risks, hereby crossing the borders of scientific areas.

R. Y. Li, Hong Kong Shue Yan University, China; S. W. Poon, University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, China

Construction SafetyFeatures 7 Provides an international perspective on construction safety measures in various places, e.g. New Zealand, US and Australia 7 Book contains case studies and interviews which provide a practical knowledge on construction safety 7 Il-lustrates a unique case study on implementation of KYT (which was originated from Japan) in Hong Kong construction site

Contents A literature review on the causes of construction accidents.- Why do accidents happen? A critical review on the evolution of the construction acci-dent causation models.- Supply of safety measures in developing and developed countries: a global perspective.- Effectiveness of safety measures in reducing construction accident rates.- Senior and junior construction personnel’s point of view on construction safety.- Case studies on safety measures implementation.- Using Web 2.0 to share the knowledge of construction safety as a public good in nature among researchers: the fable of economic animals.- Future motivation in con-struction safety knowledge sharing by means of Information Technology.- Demand for construc-tion safety.- Workers’ compensation for non-fatal construction accidents: review of court cases in Hong Kong.- Construction accident compensation in the United Kingdom.- Job Burnout and Safety Performance in the Hong Kong Construction Industry.

Fields of interestConstruction Management; Quality of Life Research; Occupational Medicine/Industrial Medicine



Due March 2013

2013. Approx. 160 p. 42 illus., 35 in color. (Risk Engineering) Hardcover7 $139.00ISBN 978-3-642-35045-0

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V. Majidzadeh Bafar, A. Schmid, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Lausanne, Switzerland

Wireless Cortical Implantable SystemsWireless Cortical Implantable Systems examines the design for data acquisition and transmission in cortical implants. The first part of the book covers existing system level cortical implants, as well as future devices. The authors discuss the major con-straints in terms of microelectronic integrations are presented. The second part of the book focuses on system-level as well as circuit and system level solutions to the development of ultra low-power and low-noise microelectronics for cortical im-plants. Existing solutions are presented and novel methods and solutions proposed. The third part of the book focuses on the usage of digital impulse radio ultra wide band transmission as an efficient method to transmit cortically neural recorded data at high data rate to the outside world. Original architectural and circuit and system solutions are discussed.

Features 7 Covers implantable systems, including power transmission and voltage regulation, and noise at ultra-low power 7 Features an up-to-date overview of CMOS microelectronics for cortical implants 7 Presents techniques for very low power and very low noise circuit design

Contents Introduction.- State of the Art.- Power Transmis-sion and Voltage Regulation.- Circuit design for ultra low-noise and low-power sensor interface.- Circuits and Systems for Multi-Channel Neural Recording.- Digital Impulse Radio Ultra Wide-Band Transmitter.- Summary and Conclusions.

Fields of interestCommunications Engineering, Networks; Bio-medical Engineering; Electronics and Microelec-tronics, Instrumentation



Due March 2013

2013. XIII, 204 p. 148 illus., 25 in color. Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4614-6701-4

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V. MANCA, University of Verona, Italy

InfobioticsInformation in Biotic Systems

The book presents topics in discrete biomath-ematics. Mathematics has been widely used in modeling biological phenomena. However, the molecular and discrete nature of basic life processes suggests that their logic follow prin-ciples that are intrinsically based on discrete and informational mechanisms. The ultimate reason of polymers, as key element of life, is directly based on the computational power of strings, and the intrinsic necessity of metabolism is related to the mathematical notion of multiset. The switch of the two roots of bioinformatics suggests a change of perspective. In bioinformatics, the biologists ask computer scientists to assist them in processing biological data. Conversely, in infobiotics math-ematicians and computer scientists investigate principles and theories yielding new interpretation keys of biological phenomena.

Features 7 Introduction to and recent research in discrete biomathematics 7 Presents new approaches in discrete biomathematics at borders between biology, discrete mathematics, and computer sci-ence 7 Presents an integrated way to make the subject accessible to a number of audiences

Contents Part I Topics in Discrete Biomathematics.- Part II Discrete Mathematical Backgrounds.

Fields of interestComputational Intelligence; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Mathematical and Computational Biology



Due April 2013

2013. XII, 374 p. (Emergence, Complexity and Computation, Volume 3) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-36222-4

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G. A. Maugin, University of Pierre and Marie Curie, Paris, France

Continuum Mechanics Through the Twentieth CenturyA Concise Historical Perspective

This overview of the development of continuum mechanics throughout the twentieth century is unique and ambitious. Utilizing a historical perspective, it combines an exposition on the technical progress made in the field and a marked interest in the role played by remarkable individu-als and scientific schools and institutions on a rapidly evolving social background.

Features 7 Unique book of its kind 7 Emphasizes the development of a more realistic modelling of deformable solids 7 Exploits new mathematical tools

Contents Preface.- 1. The land clearers and the “classics”.- 2. Transition to the 20th century.- 3. Rheology and nonlinear elasticity.- 4. The ASME spirit.- 5. Axiomatization and thermo-mechanics.- 6. The British school of elasticity, plasticity and defects: Applied mathematics.- 7. The French masters.- 8. The Polish strength.- 9. German revival in continuum mechanics after WWII.- 10. Euro-pean miscellanei and Asia.- 11. The Soviet and Russian schools.- 12. Continuum mechanics and electromagnetism.- 13. Generalized continuum mechanics: Various paths.- 14. Configurational mechanics.- 15. Relativistic continuum mechanics: A 20th century adventure.- 16. Epilogue.- Appen-dix: Selected biographies of mechanicians.- Index of names.

Fields of interestContinuum Mechanics and Mechanics of Materi-als; Analysis; Classical Continuum Physics



Due April 2013

2013. X, 313 p. (Solid Mechanics and Its Applications, Volume 196) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-94-007-6352-4

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K. Mombaur, K. Berns, Technische Universität Kaiserslautern, Germany (Eds)

Modeling, Simulation and Optimization of Bipedal WalkingIssues and Characterization

The model-based investigation of motions of anthropomorphic systems is an important inter-disciplinary research topic involving specialists from many fields such as Robotics, Biomechanics, Physiology, Orthopedics, Psychology, Neurosci-ences, Sports, Computer Graphics and Applied Mathematics. This book presents a study of basic locomotion forms such as walking and running is of particular interest due to the high demand on dynamic coordination, actuator efficiency and balance control.

Features 7 State of the art in modelling, simulation and optimization of biped walking 7 Well structured book presenting a hot interdisciplinary research topic involving Robotics, Biomechanics, Physiol-ogy, Orthopedics, Psychology, Neurosciences, Sport, Computer Graphics and Applied Math-ematics 7 Written by experts in the field

Contents From the Contents: Trajectory-Based Dynamic Programming.- Use of Compliant Actuators in Prosthetic Feet and the Design of the AMP-Foot 2.0.- Modeling and Optimization of Human Walking.- Online CPG-based gait monitoring and optimal control of the ankle joint for assisted walking in hemiplegic subjects.- The combined role of motion-related cues and upper body pos-ture for the expression of emotions during human walking.

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



Due February 2013

2013. XII, 281 p. (Cognitive Systems Monographs, Volume 18) Hardcover7 $109.00ISBN 978-3-642-36367-2

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A. Moyal, V. Aharonson, M. Gishri, E. Tetariy, Afeka Academic College of Engineering, Tel-Aviv, Israel

Phonetic Search Methods for Large Speech Databases“Phonetic Search Methods for Large Databases” focuses on Keyword Spotting (KWS) within large speech databases.

Features 7 Presents a tutorial-like detailed description of current keyword spotting methodologies 7 Pro-vides a comprehensive comparison of existing KWS methods 7 Places emphasis on efficient methods for keyword spotting that are feasible for real-world applications

Contents Keyword Spotting out of Continuous Speech.- Introduction.- Problem Formulation: KWS in Large Speech Databases.- Target Applications of Keyword Spotting.- Keyword Spotting Methods.- LVCSR-Based KWS.- Acoustic KWS.- Phonetic Search KWS.- Discussion: Why Phonetic Search?.- Response Time.- KWS Performance.- Keyword Flexibility.- Phonetic Search.- The Search Mecha-nism.- Using Phonetic Search for KWS.- Com-putational Complexity Analysis.- Search Space Complexity Reduction.- Overview.- Complexity Reduction in Phonetic Search.- Anchor-based Phonetic Search.- Evaluating Phonetic Search KWS.- Performance Metrics.- Evaluation Process.- Evaluation Databases.- Evaluation Results.- Ex-haustive Search. - Textual Benchmark.- KWS on Speech.- Anchor-based Search.- Textual Bench-mark.- Reduced Complexity KWS on Speech.- Multiple Thresholds.- Lessons Learned from the Evaluation.- Summary.- Glossary of Acronyms.- References.

Fields of interestSignal, Image and Speech Processing; Language Translation and Linguistics; Computational Linguistics



Due February 2013

2013. VI, 84 p. 21 illus., 6 in color. (SpringerBriefs in Electrical and Computer Engineering / SpringerBriefs in Speech Technology) Softcover7 $49.95ISBN 978-1-4614-6488-4

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S. C. Mukhopadhyay, Massey University (Turitea), Palmerston North, New Zealand; J.-A. Jiang, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan(R.O.C.) (Eds)

Wireless Sensor Networks and Ecological MonitoringThis book presents the state of the art technologies and solutions to tackle the critical challenges faced by the building and development of the WSN and ecological monitoring system but also potential impact on society at social, medical and techno-logical level. This book is dedicated to Sensing systems for Sensors, Wireless Sensor Networks and Ecological Monitoring. The book aims at Master and PhD degree students, researchers, practitioners, especially WSN engineers involved with ecological monitoring. The book will provide an opportunity of a dedicated and a deep ap-proach in order to improve their knowledge in this specific field.

Features 7 Recent Research on Wireless Sensor Networks and Ecological Monitoring 7 Focuses on select-ing proper sensors, integrating a variety of sensing technologies into a system, and maintaining a longer operational lifetime for the applications to monitor ecological, agricultural and environmen-tal conditions 7 Written by leading experts in the field

Contents From the Contents: Design Methodologies of Wireless Sensors Instrumentation systems for Monitoring and Control.- Distributed Energy Management System within Residential Sensor-based Heterogeneous Network Structure.- Use of MEMS Technology in Realizing Single-Parameter and Multi-Parameter Sensing Systems.- Hybrid Networks and Ecological Sensing.

Fields of interestCommunications Engineering, Networks; Micro-waves, RF and Optical Engineering; Mechatronics



Due March 2013

2013. XII, 296 p. (Smart Sensors, Measurement and Instrumentation, Volume 3) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-36364-1

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G. F. Naterer, Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John’s, NL, Canada; I. Dincer, C. Zamfirescu, University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Oshawa, ON, Canada

Hydrogen Production from Nuclear EnergyWith the resurgence of nuclear power around the world, and the increasingly important role of hydrogen as a clean energy carrier, the utilization of nuclear energy for large-scale hydrogen produc-tion will have a key role in a sustainable energy future. Co-generation of both electricity and hy-drogen from nuclear plants will become increas-ingly attractive. It enables load leveling together with renewable energy and storage of electricity in the form of hydrogen, when electricity prices and demand are lowest at off-peak hours of nuclear plants, such as overnight.

Features 7 Summarizes the latest technology develop-ments of nuclear-based hydrogen produc-tion 7 Provides a valuable reference for those interested in a sustainable energy future that includes nuclear and hydrogen energy 7 In-cludes illustrations of technology developments and tables that summarize key features

Contents Hydrogen as a Clean Energy Carrier.- Role of Nuclear Energy for Hydrogen Production.- Status of Nuclear Hydrogen Programs in the World.- Wa-ter Electrolysis.- High Temperature Electrolysis.- Thermochemical Sulfur Cycles.- Thermochemical Copper-Chlorine Cycle.- Advanced Nuclear Reactor Concepts and Designs.- Economics and Market Analysis.- Safety Aspects of Nuclear Hy-drogen Production.

Fields of interestNuclear Engineering; Nuclear Energy; Nuclear Chemistry



Due March 2013

2013. X, 574 p. 313 illus., 62 in color. Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-1-4471-4937-8

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U. Y. Ogras, R. Marculescu, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Modeling, Analysis and Optimization of Network-on-Chip Communication ArchitecturesContents Introduction.- Literature Survey.- Motivational Example: MPEG-2 Encoder Design.- Target NoC Platform.- NoCPerformance Analysis.- Appli-cation-specific NoC Architecture Custimization using Long-range Links.- Analysis and Opti-mization of Prediction-based Flow Control in Networks-on-Chip.- Design and Management of VFI Partition Networks-on-Chip.- Conclusion.- Bibliography.- Appendix A. Tools and FPGA prototype.- Appendix B. Experiments using the Single-chip Cloud Computer (SCC) Platform.

Fields of interestCircuits and Systems; Processor Architectures



Due March 2013

2013. XIV, 174 p. 67 illus., 10 in color. (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering, Volume 184) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-94-007-3957-4

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Y. Ohsawa, The University of Tokyo, Japan; A. Abe, NTT Communication Science Laboratories, Atsugi, Japan (Eds)

Advances in Chance DiscoveryExtended Selection from International Workshops

Contents Cognition and Communication toward Chance Discovery.- Curation and Communication in Chance Discovery.- Turning Down a Chance: An Argument From Simplicity.- A Chance Favors a Prepared Mind: Chance Discovery from Cognitive Psychology.- Data Visualization as Chance Cura-tion.- Chance Discovery with Self-Organizing Maps: Discovering Imbalances in Financial Networks.- Map Interface for a Text Data Set by Recursive Clustering.- Multimodal Discussion Analysis based on Temporal Sequence.- Frame-work of early adopters roaming among tribes for discovering innovative creation.- Data-Driven In-novation Technologies for Smarter Business from Innovators’ Market Game to iChance Creativity Support System.- Computational and Logical Cutting Edges for Analysis and Synthesis of Data.- Paired Evaluators Method to Track Concept Drift: An Application in Finance.- Efficient Service Discovery Among Heterogeneous Agents Using a Novel Agent Ranking Algorithm.- Discover-ing Chances for Health Problems and Falls in the Elderly using Data Mining Approach.- Temporal Logics Modeling Logical Uncertainty, Local and Global Chance Discovery.- Discovering Probabi-listic Models of Pilot Behavior from Aircraft Te-lemetry Data.- Constructing Feature Set by using Temporal Clustering of Term Usages in Document Categorization.- Finding Rare Patterns with Weak Correlation Constraint: Progress in Indicative and Chance Patterns.




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2013. XIV, 250 p. 92 illus. (Studies in Computational Intelligence, Volume 423) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-642-30113-1

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J. N. Pelton, Arlington, VA, USA

Space Debris and Other Threats from Outer SpaceThe mounting problem of space debris in low earth orbit and its threat to the operation of appli-cation satellites has been increasingly recognized as space activities increase. The efforts of the Inter Agency Space Debris Coordinating Committee (IADC) and UN COPUS have now led to interna-tional guidelines to mitigate the creation of new debris. This book discusses the technical studies being developed for active removal processes and otherwise mitigating problems of space debris, particularly in low earth orbit. This book also considers threats to space systems and the Earth that comes from natural causes such as asteroids, coronal mass ejections, and radiation.

Feature 7 This book discusses the issues of orbit debris and how to address this increasingly serious problem, covering the nature of the problem and the rising levels of danger to a multi-billion dollar industry, on which the world heavily depends

Contents Introduction to Threats in Outer Space.- Orbital Debris – A Growing Threat and the Kessler Syn-drome.- The Various Orbits and their threat levels (LEO, polar, Meo and Geo).- The Efforts of Inter Agency Space Debris Coordinating Committee (IADC) and UN COPUOS.- Space Debris Reme-diation and Removal Initiatives.- NEOS, Asteroids and Comets.- Solar Flares and CMEs.- Radiation and the Ozone Layer and Other Concerns from Space Weather.- Top Ten Things to Know about Threats in Outer Space.

Fields of interestAerospace Technology and Astronautics; Extrater-restrial Physics, Space Sciences; Pollution, general



Due March 2013

2013. X, 100 p. 36 illus., 6 in color. (SpringerBriefs in Space Development) Softcover7 approx. $49.95ISBN 978-1-4614-6713-7

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D. Phelan, Dublin, Ireland (Ed)

Cold War Space SleuthsThe Untold Secrets of the Soviet Space Program

“Space Sleuths of the Cold War” relates for the first time the inside story of the amateur spies who monitored the Soviet space program during the Cold War. It is written by many of those “space sleuths” themselves and chronicles the key mo-ments in their discovery of hidden history. This book shows that dedicated observers were often better than professionals at interpreting that infor-mation coming out of the USSR during the dark days of the Cold War.

Features 7 Gives first-hand accounts of an often forgotten aspect of the Cold War space race, the attempts to uncover secretive Soviet activities 7 Presents the first historiography of Soviet space histori-ans 7 Provides new and unique insights into the often familiar story of the Soviet space program

Contents Foreword.- Editor‘s introduction.- Acknowledge-ments.- Chapter 1: Space sleuths and their ‚scoops‘ Dominic Phelan.- Chapter 2: Hidden in plain view Brian Harvey.- Chapter 3: The satellite trackers Sven Grahn.- Chapter 4: Cosmonauts who weren‘t there James Oberg.- Chapter 5: The view from Paris Claude Wachtel and Christian Lardier.- Chapter 6: Orbital elements of surprise Phillip Clark.- Chapter 7: Adventures in Star City Bert Vis.- Chapter 8: Russian-language sleuthing Bart Hendrickx.- Chapter 9: People and archives Asif Siddiqi.- Chapter 10: Urban cosmonauts and space historians David J. Shayler.- Contributors.- Index.

Fields of interestAerospace Technology and Astronautics; Popular Science in Astronomy; Security Science and Technology

Target groupsPopular/general


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2013. XIX, 300 p. (Springer Praxis Books / Space Exploration) Softcover7 $39.95ISBN 978-1-4614-3051-3

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M. Prats, Á. P. Pobil, P. J. Sanz, Jaume-I University, Castellon, Spain

Robot Physical Interaction through the combination of Vision, Tactile and Force FeedbackApplications to Assistive Robotics

Robot manipulation is a great challenge; it encom-passes versatility -adaptation to different situa-tions-, autonomy -independent robot operation-, and dependability -for success under modeling or sensing errors. A complete manipulation task involves, first, a suitable grasp or contact con-figuration, and the subsequent motion required by the task. This monograph presents a unified framework by introducing task-related aspects into the knowledge-based grasp concept, leading to task-oriented grasps. Similarly, grasp-related issues are also considered during the execution of a task, leading to grasp-oriented tasks which is called framework for physical interaction (FPI).

Features 7 State-of-the-art versatility, autonomy and de-pendability of robotic manipulation 7 Presents novel grasp-task sensor-based control methods us-ing vision, tactile and force feedback, and exploit-ing joint and grasp redundancy 7 Comprises the PhD thesis of Mario Prats, recently awarded with the 2011 Georges Giralt Award to the best PhD thesis about robotics in Europe

Contents Part I.- Part -II.- Part- III.

Fields of interestRobotics and Automation; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); User Interfaces and Human Com-puter Interaction



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2013. XVIII, 177 p. 97 illus. (Springer Tracts in Advanced Robotics, Volume 84) Hardcover7 $109.00ISBN 978-3-642-33240-1

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A. Sadeghian, Ryerson University, Toronto, ON Canada; J. Mendel, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA; H. Tahayori, Ryerson University, Toronto, ON, Canada (Eds)

Advances in Type-2 Fuzzy Sets and SystemsTheory and Applications

Contents Part 1 - Theoretical Foundations.- Interval Type-2 Fuzzy Logic Systems and Perceptual Computers: Their Similarities and Differences.- Continuous Karnik-Mendel Algorithms and Their Generaliza-tions.- Two Differences Between Interval Type-2 and Type-1 Fuzzy Logic Controllers: Adaptive-ness and Novelty.- Interval Type-2 Fuzzy Markov Chains.- zSlices Based General Type-2 Fuzzy Sets and Systems.- Geometric Type-2 Fuzzy Sets.- Type-2 Fuzzy Sets and Bichains.- Type-2 Fuzzy Sets and Conceptual Spaces.- Part B- Type-2 Fuzzy Set Membership Function Generation.- Model-ing Complex Concepts with Type-2 Fuzzy Sets: The Case of User Satisfaction of Online Services.- Construction of Interval type-2 fuzzy sets from fuzzy sets. Methods and applications.- Interval type-2 fuzzy membership function generation methods for representing sample data.- Part C - Applications.- ype-2 Fuzzy Logic in Image Analysis and Pattern Recognition.- Reliable Tool Life Estimation with Multiple Acoustic Emission Signal Feature Selection and Integration Based on Type-2 Fuzzy Logic.- A Review of Cluster Valida-tion with an Example of Type-2 Fuzzy Application in R.- Type-2 Fuzzy Set and Fuzzy Ontology for Diet Application.




Due May 2013

2013. X, 244 p. 117 illus., 52 in color. (Studies in Fuzziness and Soft Computing, Volume 301) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4614-6665-9

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A. D. Sappa, Computer Vision Center, Barcelona, Spain; J. Vitrià, University of Barcelona, Spain

Multimodal Interaction in Image and Video ApplicationsContents An Application for Efficient Error-Free Labeling ofMedical Images.- Interactive Document Re-trieval and Classification.- Interactive Visual and Semantic Image Retrieval.- Coloresia: An Interac-tive Colour Perception Device for the Visually Impaired..- Interactive Pansharpening and Active Classification in Remote Sensing.- Interactive Image Retrieval Based on Relevance Feedback.- An User-Driven Tool for Interactive Retrieval of Non Annotated Videos.- Exploiting Multimodal Interaction Techniques for Video-Surveillance.- Interactive Video Surveillance for Perimeter Control.- Interactive Training of Human Detec-tors.- Robot Interactive Learning through Human Assistance. Interactive Visual and Semantic Image Retrieval.- Coloresia: An Interactive Colour Perception Device for the Visually Impaired..- In-teractive Pansharpening and Active Classification in Remote Sensing.- Interactive Image Retrieval Based on Relevance Feedback.- An User-Driven Tool for Interactive Retrieval of Non Annotated Videos.- Exploiting Multimodal Interaction Tech-niques for Video-Surveillance.- Interactive Video Surveillance for Perimeter Control.- Interactive Training of Human Detectors.- Robot Interactive Learning through Human Assistance. Interactive Pansharpening and Active Classification in Re-mote Sensing.- Interactive Image Retrieval Based on Relevance Feedback.- An User-Driven Tool for Interactive Retrieval of Non Annotated Videos.- Exploiting Multimodal Interaction Techniques for Video-Surveillance.- Interactive Video Surveil-lance for Perimeter Control. [...]

Fields of interestComputational Intelligence; Artificial Intelli-gence (incl. Robotics); Signal, Image and Speech Processing



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2013. XIV, 203 p. 92 illus. (Intelligent Systems Reference Library, Volume 48) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-642-35931-6

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M. Sayed-Mouchaweh, Ecoles des Mines de Douai, France; E. Lughofer, Unversity of Linz, Austria (Eds)

Learning in Non-Stationary EnvironmentsMethods and Applications

Contents Prologue.- Part I: Dynamic Methods for Unsuper-vised Learning Problems.- Incremental Statistical Measures.- A Granular Description of Data: A Study in Evolvable Systems.- Incremental Spectral Clustering.- Part II: Dynamic Methods for Super-vised Classification Problems.- Semi-Supervised Dynamic Fuzzy K-Nearest Neighbors.- Making Early Predictions of the Accuracy of Machine Learning Classifiers.- Incremental Classifier Fu-sion and its Applications in Industrial Monotiro-ing and Diagnostics.- Instance-Based Classifica-tion and Regression on Data Streams.- Part III: Dynamic Methods for Supervised Regression Problems.- Flexible Evolving Fuzzy Inference Sys-tems from Data Streams (FLEXFIS++).- Sequen-tial Adaptive Fuzzy Inference System for Function Approximation Problems.- Interval Approach for Evolving Granular System Modeling.- Part IV: Applications of Learning in Non-Stationary Environments.- Dynamic Learning in Multiple Time-Series in a Non-Stationary Environmenty.- Optimizing Feature Calculation in Adaptive Machine Vision Systems.- On-line Quality Contol with Flexible Evolving Fuzzy Systems.- Identifica-tion of a Class of Hybrid Dynamic Systems.

Fields of interestComputational Intelligence; Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery; Pattern Recognition



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2012. XII, 440 p. 158 illus. Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-1-4419-8019-9

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R. Seising, E. Trillas, C. Moraga, European Centre for Soft Computing, Mieres, Spain; S. Termini, University of Palermo, Italy (Eds)

On FuzzinessA Homage to Lotfi A. Zadeh

The notion of Fuzziness stands as one of the really new concepts that have recently enriched the world of Science. Science grows not only through technical and formal advances on one side and useful applications on the other side, but also as consequence of the introduction and assimila-tion of new concepts in its corpus. These, in turn, produce new developments and applications. And this is what Fuzziness, one of the few new concepts arisen in the XX Century, has been doing so far. This book aims at paying homage to Profes-sor Lotfi A. Zadeh, the “father of fuzzy logic” and also at giving credit to his exceptional work and personality. In a way, this is reflected in the variety of contributions collected in the book. In some of them the authors chose to speak of personal meetings with Lotfi; in others, they discussed how certain papers of Zadeh were able to open for them a new research horizon. Some contributions documented results obtained from the author/s after taking inspiration from a particular idea of Zadeh, thus implicitly acknowledging him.

Features 7 Homage to Lotfi Zadeh, pioneer of fuzzy logic 7 Collection of scientific contribution on fuzzy logic 7 Written and edited by leading experts in the field

Contents On Fuzziness: A – Ma.- On Fuzziness, Me – Z.

Fields of interestComputational Intelligence; Mathematical Logic and Formal Languages



Due February 2013

2013. 970 p. (Studies in Fuzziness and Soft Computing, Volume 298/299) (2-volume-set)7 $369.00ISBN 978-3-642-36116-6

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O. Sename, Grenoble Institute of Technology, Saint Martin d‘Heres Cedex, France; P. Gaspar, J. Bokor, Hungarian Academy of Sciences, Budapest, Hungary (Eds)

Robust Control and Linear Parameter Varying ApproachesApplication to Vehicle Dynamics

Vehicles are complex systems (non-linear, multi-variable) where the abundance of embedded controllers should ensure better security. This book aims at emphasizing the interest and poten-tial of Linear Parameter Varying methods within the framework of vehicle dynamics, e.g. proposed control-oriented model, complex enough to handle some system non linearities but still simple for control or observer design, take into account the adaptability of the vehicle‘s response to driving situations, to the driver request and/or to the road sollicitations, manage interactions between vari-ous actuators to optimize the dynamic behavior of vehicles. This book results from the 32th Inter-national Summer School in Automatic that held in Grenoble, France, in September 2011, where recent methods (based on robust control and LPV technics), then applied to the control of vehicle dynamics, have been presented.

Features 7 Recent Research in Robust Control and Linear Parameter Varying approaches 7 Devoted to applications to vehicle dynamics 7 Written by leading experts in the field

Contents Part I Some background on LPV systems (model-ing, identification control, observation).- Part II LPV methods applied to road vehicles.- Part III Some cases of LPV methods for railway, aerospace and underwater applications.

Fields of interestControl; Automotive Engineering; Systems Theory, Control



Due April 2013

2013. XII, 398 p. (Lecture Notes in Control and Information Sciences, Volume 437) Softcover7 $159.00ISBN 978-3-642-36109-8

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R. Senani, Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology, New Delhi, India; D. R. Bhaskar, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India; A. K. Singh, ITS Engineering College, Greater Noida, India; V. K. Singh, Institute of Engineering and Technology, Lucknow, India

Current Feedback Operational Amplifiers and Their ApplicationsThis book describes a variety of current feedback operational amplifier (CFOA) architectures and their applications in analog signal processing/generation.

Features 7 Provides a state-of-the-art survey of current feedback operational amplifiers and their ap-plications in analog signal processing and signal generation. 7 Includes comprehensive coverage of commercially available CFOAs and recent ad-vances made in the design of Bipolar and CMOS architectures of CFOAs. 7 Includes a repertoire of (over 200) application circuits using CFOAs (covering both linear and non-linear applications), with commentary on the relative merits and demerits of the various configurations.

Contents CFOAs: merits, demerits, basic circuits and avail-able varieties.- Simulation of inductors and other types of impedances using CFOAs.- Design of Filters using CFOAs.- Synthesis of Sinusoidal os-cillators using CFOAs.- Miscellaneous Linear and Nonlinear applications of CFOAs.- Realization of other building blocks using CFOAs.- Advances in the design of Bipolar/CMOS CFOAs and future directions of research on CFOAs.

Fields of interestCircuits and Systems; Electronics and Micro-electronics, Instrumentation; Signal, Image and Speech Processing



Due March 2013

2013. XI, 267 p. 207 illus., 12 in color. (Analog Circuits and Signal Processing) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4614-5187-7

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D.-P. Song, University of Plymouth, UK

Optimal Control and Optimization of Stochastic Supply Chain SystemsOptimal Control and Optimization of Stochastic Supply Chain Systems examines its subject the context of the presence of a variety of uncertain-ties. Numerous examples with intuitive illustra-tions and tables are provided, to demonstrate the structural characteristics of the optimal control policies in various stochastic supply chains and to show how to make use of these characteristics to construct easy-to-operate sub-optimal policies. In Part I, a general introduction to stochastic supply chain systems is provided. Analytical models for various stochastic supply chain systems are formulated and analysed in Part II. In Part III the structural knowledge of the optimal control policies obtained in Part II is utilized to construct easy-to-operate sub-optimal control policies for various stochastic supply chain systems accord-ingly. Finally, Part IV discusses the optimisation of threshold-type control policies and their robust-ness. A key feature of the book is its tying together of the complex analytical models produced by the requirements of operational practice, and the simple solutions needed for implementation.

Features 7 Provides techniques and tools to facilitate in-dustrial implementation of threshold-type control policies 7 Addresses the optimisation of sub-optimal control policies 7 Considers the optimal control problems of supply chain systems for the benefit of the professional reader

Fields of interestEngineering Economics, Organization, Logistics, Marketing; Calculus of Variations and Optimal Control; Optimization; Production/Logistics/Sup-ply Chain Management



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2013. XIX, 271 p. 61 illus., 2 in color. (Advances in Industrial Control) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-1-4471-4723-7

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Z. Stojkovic, University of Belgrade, Serbia

Computer- Aided Design in Power EngineeringApplication of Software Tools

This textbooks demonstrates the application of software tools in solving a series of problems from the field of designing power system structures and systems. It contains four chapters: The first chapter leads the reader through all the phases necessary in the procedures of computer aided modeling and simulation. It guides through the complex problems presenting on the basis of eleven original examples. The second chapter presents applica-tion of software tools in power system calcula-tions of power systems equipment design. Several design example calculations are carried out using engineering standards like MATLAB, EMTP/ATP, Excel & Access, AutoCAD and Simulink.

Features 7 Demonstrates the use software tools in the practice of design in the field of power sys-tems 7 Presents many applications in the design in the field of power systems 7 Useful for educa-tive purposes and practical work

Contents Computer Aided Modeling and Simulation.- Ap-plication of Software Tools in Power System Calculations.- Application of Software Tools in the Development of Graphical Documentation.-Ap-plication of Software Tools in Project Management in Power Systems.

Fields of interestPower Electronics, Electrical Machines and Net-works; Computer-Aided Engineering (CAD, CAE) and Design



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2012. XVII, 436 p. 231 illus., 56 in color. Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-30205-3

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Y. N. Toulouevski, Holland Landing, ON, Canada; I. Y. Zinurov, Chelyabinsk, Russia

Innovation in Electric Arc FurnacesScientific Basis for Selection

This book equips a reader with knowledge neces-sary for critical analysis of innovations in electric arc furnaces and helps to select the most effective ones and for their successful implementation. The book also covers general issues related to history of development, current state and prospects of steelmaking in Electric Arc Furnaces.

Features 7 Provides the knowledge to critically assess the furnace innovations 7 Discusses concepts at the level sufficient to solve practical problems 7 En-ables the reader to perform required calculations without any difficulties

Contents History of Development and Prospects of Steel-making in Electric Arc Furnaces.- Technology and Power Engineering of Modern Furnaces.- Arc Furnace as Thermal Unit.- Fundamental Laws and Calculation Formulae of Heat Transfer Processes.- Energy (Heat) Balances of Furnaces.- Criteria of Energy Effectiveness.- Preheating of Scrap by Burners and Off Gases.- Replacement of Electric Arcs with Burners.- Basic Physical Chemistry Pro-cesses in the Liquid Bath: Process Mechanisms.- Stirring and Splashing Bath during Oxygen Blow.- Fundamental Laws and Calculation Formulae of Gas Dynamics for Oxygen Jets.- Devices for Oxygen and Carbon Injection into the Bath.- Water-Cooled Elements of Furnace.- Automation of Energy Mode of Operation.- Offgas Evacuation and Environment.

Fields of interestEngineering Thermodynamics, Heat and Mass Transfer; Metallic Materials; Manufacturing, Machines, Tools



Due April 2013

2nd ed. 2013. 280 p. Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-3-642-36272-9

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P. van de Laar, J. Tretmans, M. Borth, Embedded Systems Institute, Eindhoven, The Netherlands (Eds)

Situation Awareness with Systems of SystemsFeatures 7 Discusses data processing techniques for situation awareness, applicable in domains such as air traffic control, chemical plant surveillance, emergency response and maritime safety and security 7 Addresses the dynamics of systems-of-systems in situation awareness, such as security, integration, testing, diagnosis, and the connection to additional systems 7 Describes a demon-strator that integrates many of the developed techniques in the domain of maritime safety and security

Contents Part I General.- Introduction: Situation Aware-ness, Systems of Systems, and Maritime Safety and Security.- Improving Situation Awareness in the Maritime Domain.- On the Architecture of Sys-tems for Situation Awareness.- The POSEIDON Demonstrator.- Part II Situation Awareness.- Visu-alization of Vessel Traffic.- Extending Track Anal-ysis from Animals in the Lab to Moving Objects Anywhere.- Recognizing Vessel Movements from Historical Data.- Density-Based Anomaly Detec-tion in the Maritime Domain.- Analyzing Vessel Behavior using Process Mining.- The Simple Event Model.- Part III Systems of Systems.- Specification and Generation of Adapters for System Integra-tion.- The POLIPO Security Framework.- Assess-ing Trust for Determining the Reliability of In-formation.- Online Fault Localization and Health Monitoring for Software Systems.- Prioritizing Tests for Fault Localization.- POSEIDON Project Partners.- POSEIDON Publications.

Fields of interestCircuits and Systems; Electronics and Microelec-tronics, Instrumentation; Offshore Engineering



Due January 2013

2013. XV, 281 p. 101 illus., 76 in color. Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4614-6229-3

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G.-C. Yang, Mokpo National University, Chonnam, South Korea; S.-l. Ao, International Association of Engineers, Hong Kong; L. Gelman, Cranfield University, UK (Eds)

IAENG Transactions on Engineering TechnologiesSpecial Volume of the World Congress on Engineering 2012

This book contains fifty-eight revised and extended research articles written by prominent researchers participating in the Advances in Engi-neering Technologies and Physical Science confer-ence, held in London, U.K., 4-6 July, 2012. Topics covered include Applied and Engineering Math-ematics, Computational Statistics, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Internet Engineer-ing, Wireless Networks, Knowledge Engineering, Computational Intelligence, High Performance Computing, Manufacturing Engineering, and industrial applications.

Features 7 Offers the state of art of advances in engineer-ing technologies and physical science and applica-tions 7 Serves as an excellent reference work for researchers and graduate students working with/on engineering technologies and physical sciences

Contents Topics Covered Include Applied and Engineering Mathematics.- Computational Statistics.- Me-chanical Engineering.- Bioengineering.- Internet Engineering.- Wireless Networks.- Knowledge Engineering.- Manufacturing Engineering and Industrial Applications.

Fields of interestCommunications Engineering, Networks; Com-puter Engineering; Robotics and Automation



Due March 2013

2013. VII, 814 p. 329 illus. (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering, Volume 229) Hardcover7 $279.00ISBN 978-94-007-6189-6

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