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Advances in Efficiency and Productivity II (International Series in Operations Research & Management Science #287)
by Joe Zhu C. A. Knox Lovell Juan Aparicio Jesus T. PastorThis book surveys the state-of-the-art in efficiency and productivity analysis, examining advances in the analytical foundations and empirical applications. The analytical techniques developed in this book for efficiency provide alternative ways of defining optimum outcome sets, typically as a (technical) production frontier or as an (economic) cost, revenue or profit frontier, and alternative ways of measuring efficiency relative to an appropriate frontier. Simultaneously, the analytical techniques developed for efficiency analysis extend directly to productivity analysis, thereby providing alternative methods for estimating productivity levels, and productivity change through time or productivity variation across producers.This book includes chapters using data envelopment analysis (DEA) or stochastic frontier analysis (SFA) as quantitative techniques capable of measuring efficiency and productivity. Across the book’s 15 chapters, it broadly extends into popular application areas including agriculture, banking and finance, and municipal performance, and relatively new application areas including corporate social responsibility, the value of intangible assets, land consolidation, and the measurement of economic well-being. The chapters also cover topics such as permutation tests for production frontier shifts, new indices of total factor productivity, and also randomized controlled trials and production frontiers.
Advances in Efficient Design of Experiments in Economics (Elements in Behavioural and Experimental Economics)
by Michał Wiktor Krawczyk John Masson NobleAmidst concerns about replicability but also thanks to the professionalisation of labs, the rise of pre-registration, the switch to online experiments, and enhanced computational power, experimental economics is undergoing rapid changes. They all call for efficient designs and data analysis, that is, they require that, given the constraints on participants' time, experiments provide as rich information as possible. In this Element the authors explore some ways in which this goal may be reached.
Advances in Elastomers I: Blends and Interpenetrating Networks (Advanced Structured Materials #11)
by Sabu Thomas P. M. Visakh Aji. P. Mathew Arup K. ChandraThis is the first volume of a two-volume work which summarizes in an edited format and in a fairly comprehensive manner many of the recent technical research accomplishments in the area of Elastomers. "Advances in Elastomers" discusses the various attempts reported on solving these problems from the point of view of the chemistry and the structure of elastomers, highlighting the drawbacks and advantages of each method. It summarize the importance of elastomers and their multiphase systems in human life and industry, and covers all the topics related to recent advances in elastomers, their blends, IPNs, composites and nanocomposites. This first volume focuses on advances on the blends and interpenetrating networks (IPNs) of elastomers.
Advances in Elastomers II: Composites and Nanocomposites (Advanced Structured Materials #12)
by Sabu Thomas P. M. Visakh Aji. P. Mathew Arup K. ChandraThis is the second volume of a two-volume work which summarizes in an edited format and in a fairly comprehensive manner many of the recent technical research accomplishments in the area of Elastomers. "Advances in Elastomers" discusses the various attempts reported on solving these problems from the point of view of the chemistry and the structure of elastomers, highlighting the drawbacks and advantages of each method. It summarize the importance of elastomers and their multiphase systems in human life and industry, and covers all the topics related to recent advances in elastomers, their blends, IPNs, composites and nanocomposites. This second volume is deals with composites and nanocomposites of elastomers.
Advances in Elder Abuse Research: Practice, Legislation and Policy (International Perspectives on Aging #24)
by Amanda PhelanThis book provides an insight into advances in elder abuse in the areas of research, policy, practice and legislation. It provides readers with a broad understanding of the topic and considers the progress in elder abuse knowledge. The book explores the nexus of ageism and elder abuse, describes key social policies and their legislative manifestation, covers major policies and programs related to elder abuse, defines elder sexual abuse and much more. It offers the reader a comprehensive insight into new perspectives and approaches to both understanding and responding to elder abuse. As such it will be an asset to academics, students, healthcare practitioners, policy makers and the general public.
Advances in Electric Aviation: Proceedings of the International Symposium on Electric Aircraft and Autonomous Systems 2021 (Sustainable Aviation)
by T. Hikmet Karakoc Ravi Rajamani Alper Dalkiran Ali Haydar Ercan Öznur Usanmaz Hakan OktalThe International Symposium on Electric Aviation and Autonomous Systems (ISEAS) is a multi-disciplinary symposium that presents research on current issues in aerospace. The conference provides a platform offering insights on a broad range of current issues in the field of aviation, including electrification of aerial vehicles, all-electric aircraft, electric generation, and energy storage in aerial vehicles. ISEAS allows researchers, scientists, engineers, practitioners, policymakers, and students to exchange information, present new technologies and developments, and discuss future direction, strategies, and priorities in aviation and environmental sustainability of next-generation aircraft.
Advances in Electric Power and Energy Infrastructure: Proceedings of ICPCCI 2019 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #608)
by Axaykumar Mehta Abhishek Rawat Priyesh ChauhanThis book gathers selected research papers presented at the International Conference on Power, Control and Communication Infrastructure 2019 (ICPCCI 2019), organized by the Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research and Management (IITRAM), Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, on July 4–5, 2019. It highlights the latest advances, trends and challenges in electrical power generation-integration-transmission-distribution-conversion-storage-control, electrical machines, power quality, energy management, electrical infrastructure of future grids-buildings-cities-transportation, energy conversion, plasma technology, renewable energy & grid integration, energy storage systems, power electronic converters, power system protection & security, FACTS and HVDC, power quality, power system operation & control, computer applications in power systems, energy management, energy policies & regulation, power & energy education, restructured power system, future grids, buildings, cities & resiliency, microgrids, electrical machines & drives, transportation electrification, optimal operation, electricity-gas-water coordination, condition monitoring & predictive maintenance of electric equipment, and asset management. The solutions discussed here will encourage and inspire researchers, industry professionals and policymakers to put these methods into practice.
Advances in Electric Power and Energy Systems: Load and Price Forecasting
by Mohamed E. El-HawaryA comprehensive review of state-of-the-art approaches to power systems forecasting from the most respected names in the field, internationally Advances in Electric Power and Energy Systems is the first book devoted exclusively to a subject of increasing urgency to power systems planning and operations. Written for practicing engineers, researchers, and post-grads concerned with power systems planning and forecasting, this book brings together contributions from many of the world’s foremost names in the field who address a range of critical issues, from forecasting power system load to power system pricing to post-storm service restoration times, river flow forecasting, and more. In a time of ever-increasing energy demands, mounting concerns over the environmental impacts of power generation, and the emergence of new, smart-grid technologies, electricity price forecasting has assumed a prominent role within both the academic and industrial arenas. Short-run forecasting of electricity prices has become necessary for power generation unit schedule, since it is the basis of every maximization strategy. This book fills a gap in the literature on this increasingly important topic. Following an introductory chapter offering background information necessary for a full understanding of the forecasting issues covered, this book: Introduces advanced methods of time series forecasting, as well as neural networks Provides in-depth coverage of state-of-the-art power system load forecasting and electricity price forecasting Addresses river flow forecasting based on autonomous neural network models Deals with price forecasting in a competitive market Includes estimation of post-storm restoration times for electric power distribution systems Features contributions from world-renowned experts sharing their insights and expertise in a series of self-contained chapters Advances in Electric Power and Energy Systems is a valuable resource for practicing engineers, regulators, planners, and consultants working in or concerned with the electric power industry. It is also a must read for senior undergraduates, graduate students, and researchers involved in power system planning and operation.
Advances in Electric Power and Energy: Static State Estimation (IEEE Press Series on Power and Energy Systems)
by MOHAMED E. EL-HAWARYA guide to the role of static state estimation in the mitigation of potential system failures With contributions from a noted panel of experts on the topic, Advances in Electric Power and Energy: Static State Estimation addresses the wide-range of issues concerning static state estimation as a main energy control function and major tool for evaluating prevailing operating conditions in electric power systems worldwide. This book is an essential guide for system operators who must be fully aware of potential threats to the integrity of their own and neighboring systems. The contributors provide an overview of the topic and review common threats such as cascading black-outs to model-based anomaly detection to the operation of micro-grids and much more. The book also includes a discussion of an effective mathematical programming approach to state estimation in power systems. Advances in Electric Power and Energy reviews the most recent developments in the field and: Offers an introduction to the topic to help non-experts (and professionals) get up-to-date on static state estimation Covers the essential information needed to understand power system state estimation written by experts on the subject Discusses a mathematical programming approach Written for electric power system planners, operators, consultants, power system software developers, and academics, Advances in Electric Power and Energy is the authoritative guide to the topic with contributions from experts who review the most recent developments.
Advances in Electrical Control and Signal Systems: Select Proceedings of AECSS 2019 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #665)
by Gayadhar Pradhan Stella Morris Niranjan NayakThis book presents select proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Electrical Control and Signal Systems (AECSS) 2019. The focus is on the current developments in control and signal systems in electrical engineering, and covers various topics such as power systems, energy systems, micro grid, smart grid, networks, fuzzy systems and their control. The book also discusses various properties and performance of signal systems and their applications in different fields. The contents of this book can be useful for students, researchers as well as professionals working in power and energy systems, and other related fields.
Advances in Electrical Power and Embedded Drive Control: Select Proceedings of ICPEDC 2024 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #1371)
by Ilhami Colak Kenneth Eloghene Okedu Leo RajuThis book constitutes peer-reviewed proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Power and Embedded Drive Control, ICPEDC 2024. This book discusses the latest technological advancements in embedded control of the power electronic devices, intelligent controllers for industrial applications, industrial electronics and automation robotics, green energy, renewable energy technology, IoT systems and networks, etc. The book is a unique collection of chapters from different areas with a common theme. It is beneficial to academic researchers and practitioners in the industry who work in this field.
Advances in Electrical Systems and Innovative Renewable Energy Techniques: The Proceedings of the International Conference on Electrical Systems and Automation (Volume 1) (Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation)
by Farhad Ilahi Bakhsh Mohamed Bendaoud Amine El Fathi Siano PierluigiThis edited book on “Advances in Electrical Systems and Innovative Renewable Energy Techniques” is an outcome of the selected papers presented at the International Conference on Electrical Systems & Automation, (ICESA 2023) held from 29 to 30, May 2023 at the Faculty of Sciences and technologies, Al Hoceïma, Morocco.This edited book is divided into 2 volumes. This volume will be divided into 3 parts, each devoted to distinct yet interconnected aspects of the subject matter.The first part focuses on various advancements in renewable energy techniques. It explores topics ranging from biomass combustion characteristics and hydrogen production using photovoltaics to the assessment of wave energy potential and the performance evaluation of solar collectors. These research papers not only shed light on the current state-of-the-art technologies but also offer valuable insights into their implementation, efficiency, and potential impact on the energy landscape.The second part focuses on interdisciplinary approaches between electrical and renewable energy systems and includes research chapters on photovoltaic (PV) energy, wind energy, and microgrid systems.For PV systems, several topics and issues are addressed such as modeling of PV systems using single diode model and double diode model; analytical and numerical methods for extraction of PV parameters; extraction of maximum power from PV system using integral SMC strategy, sun-pointing orientation, SuDoKu, and ANN algorithms; and fault detection and classification based on metaheuristic technique, and feedforward neural network.For the wind system, its modeling is first discussed, and then the control of the wind system using direct power, PI, fuzzy logic, sliding mode, and time delay strategies is analyzed.In the third part, the chapters focus on efficient energy management, optimization of microgrids, and the use of advancedtechnologies to improve energy performance. Researchers present innovative solutions to address the challenges of energy efficiency, grid responsiveness, and the integration of new energy sources.
Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies: Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies (ICAECT 2024), Tiruchengode, India, September 26th–27th, 2024
by Sanjay Misra Thangaprakash Sengodan M MurugappanThis book comprises a selection of papers presented at the Sixth International Conference on Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies (ICAECT 2024). It compiles groundbreaking research and advancements in the field of electrical engineering, electronics engineering, computer engineering and communication technologies.The book touches upon a wide array of topics including smart grids, soft computing techniques in power systems, smart energy management systems, and power electronics under the Electrical Engineering track; and biomedical engineering, antennas and waveguides, image and signal processing, and broad band and mobile communication under the Electronics Engineering track. With special emphasis on Computer Engineering, this book highlights emerging trends in computer vision, pattern recognition, cloud computing, pervasive computing, intelligent systems, artificial intelligence, neural network and fuzzy logic, machine learning, deep learning, data science, video processing, and wireless communication.This is a valuable resource for students, researchers and engineers within the field of innovative research and practical applications of electrical and computer technologies.
Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies: Select Proceedings of ICAECT 2019 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #672)
by Sanjay Misra M. Murugappan Thangaprakash SengodanThe book comprises select proceedings of the first International Conference on Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies 2019 (ICAECT 2019). The papers presented in this book are peer reviewed and cover wide range of topics in Electrical and Computer Engineering fields. This book contains the papers presenting the latest developments in the areas of Electrical, Electronics, Communication systems and Computer Science such as smart grids, soft computing techniques in power systems, smart energy management systems, power electronics, feedback control systems, biomedical engineering, geo informative systems, grid computing, data mining, image and signal processing, video processing, computer vision, pattern recognition, cloud computing, pervasive computing, intelligent systems, artificial intelligence, neural network and fuzzy logic, broad band communication, mobile and optical communication, network security, VLSI, embedded systems, optical networks and wireless communication. This book will be of great use to the researchers and students in the areas of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Communication systems and Computer Science.
Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies: Select Proceedings of ICAECT 2020 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #711)
by Sanjay Misra M. Murugappan Thangaprakash SengodanThis book comprises select proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies 2020 (ICAECT 2020). The papers presented in this book are peer-reviewed and cover latest research in electrical, electronics, communication and computer engineering. Topics covered include smart grids, soft computing techniques in power systems, smart energy management systems, power electronics, feedback control systems, biomedical engineering, geo informative systems, grid computing, data mining, image and signal processing, video processing, computer vision, pattern recognition, cloud computing, pervasive computing, intelligent systems, artificial intelligence, neural network and fuzzy logic, broad band communication, mobile and optical communication, network security, VLSI, embedded systems, optical networks and wireless communication. The volume can be useful for students and researchers working in the different overlapping areas of electrical, electronics and communication engineering.
Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies: Select Proceedings of ICAECT 2021 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #881)
by Sanjay Misra M. Murugappan Thangaprakash SengodanThis book comprises select proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies 2021 (ICAECT 2021). The papers presented in this book are peer-reviewed and cover the latest research in electrical, electronics, communication, and computer engineering. Topics covered include smart grids, soft computing techniques in power systems, smart energy management systems, power electronics, feedback control systems, biomedical engineering, geographic information systems, grid computing, data mining, image and signal processing, video processing, computer vision, pattern recognition, cloud computing, pervasive computing, intelligent systems, artificial intelligence, neural network and fuzzy logic, broadband communication, mobile and optical communication, network security, VLSI, embedded systems, optical networks, and wireless communication. The book is useful for students and researchers working in the different overlapping areas of electrical, electronics, and communication engineering.
Advances in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Computer Science (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #741)
by Seyed Sattar Emamian Zahriladha ZakariaThis book highlights the recent research works on computer science, electrical and electronic engineering which was presented virtually during the 2nd International Conference on Computer Science, Electrical & Electronic Engineering (ICCEE 2020) on 17th and 18th August 2020. Written by leading researchers and industry professionals, the papers highlight recent advances and address current issues in the respective fields.
Advances in Electrodermal Activity Processing with Applications for Mental Health: From Heuristic Methods to Convex Optimization
by Gaetano Valenza Enzo Pasquale Scilingo Alberto GrecoThis book explores Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) dynamics as investigated through Electrodermal Activity (EDA) processing. It presents groundbreaking research in the technical field of biomedical engineering, especially biomedical signal processing, as well as clinical fields of psychometrics, affective computing, and psychological assessment. This volume describes some of the most complete, effective, and personalized methodologies for extracting data from a non-stationary, nonlinear EDA signal in order to characterize the affective and emotional state of a human subject. These methodologies are underscored by discussion of real-world applications in mood assessment. The text also examines the physiological bases of emotion recognition through noninvasive monitoring of the autonomic nervous system. This is an ideal book for biomedical engineers, physiologists, neuroscientists, engineers, applied mathmeticians, psychiatric and psychological clinicians, and graduate students in these fields. This book also: Expertly introduces a novel approach for EDA analysis based on convex optimization and sparsity, a topic of rapidly increasing interest Authoritatively presents groundbreaking research achieved using EDA as an exemplary biomarker of ANS dynamics Deftly explores EDA's potential as a source of reliable and effective markers for the assessment of emotional responses in healthy subjects, as well as for the recognition of pathological mood states in bipolar patients
Advances in Electromagnetic Fields in Living Systems: Volume 5, Health Effects of Cell Phone Radiation (Advances in Electromagnetic Fields in Living Systems #5)
by James C. LinHealth Effects of Cell Phone Radiation will offer a concentrated and up-to-date overview on the effects of radio frequencies on human tissue. While significant advances are being made on many fronts, ranging in frequency from quasi-static to the optical regime, a special emphasis of this volume is on current understanding of biological interactions of cellular mobile communication radiation. The use of cell-phones has experienced phenomenal growth - some estimate that there will be more than 3.5 billion users of these wireless devices by the end of 2010, worldwide. The widespread impact of these new wireless technologies has raised concerns about the safety of human exposure to radio-frequency (RF) energy emitted by these telecommunication devices. A better understanding of the biological effects of RF electromagnetic field is needed to safeguard against possible harm to the general population. Fortunately in recent years there has been a resurgence of research interest in achieving a quantitative understanding of the relationships between the biological effects of RF radiation and the physical variables that may cause them. A significant number of results have and are beginning to appear in the literature. This volume reviews and assesses the biological effects of exposure to electromagnetic fields from wireless communication technology.
Advances in Electromagnetics Empowered by Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning (IEEE Press Series on Electromagnetic Wave Theory)
by Douglas H. Werner Sawyer D. CampbellAdvances in Electromagnetics Empowered by Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning Authoritative reference on the state of the art in the field with additional coverage of important foundational concepts Advances in Electromagnetics Empowered by Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning presents cutting-edge research advances in the rapidly growing areas in optical and RF electromagnetic device modeling, simulation, and inverse-design. The text provides a comprehensive treatment of the field on subjects ranging from fundamental theoretical principles and new technological developments to state-of-the-art device design, as well as examples encompassing a wide range of related sub-areas. The content of the book covers all-dielectric and metallodielectric optical metasurface deep learning-accelerated inverse-design, deep neural networks for inverse scattering, applications of deep learning for advanced antenna design, and other related topics. To aid in reader comprehension, each chapter contains 10-15 illustrations, including prototype photos, line graphs, and electric field plots. Contributed to by leading research groups in the field, sample topics covered in Advances in Electromagnetics Empowered by Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning include: Optical and photonic design, including generative machine learning for photonic design and inverse design of electromagnetic systems RF and antenna design, including artificial neural networks for parametric electromagnetic modeling and optimization and analysis of uniform and non-uniform antenna arrays Inverse scattering, target classification, and other applications, including deep learning for high contrast inverse scattering of electrically large structures Advances in Electromagnetics Empowered by Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning is a must-have resource on the topic for university faculty, graduate students, and engineers within the fields of electromagnetics, wireless communications, antenna/RF design, and photonics, as well as researchers at large defense contractors and government laboratories.
Advances in Electromechanical Technologies: Select Proceedings of TEMT 2019 (Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering)
by P. M. Pandey V. C. Pandey S. K. GargThis book comprises select peer-reviewed papers from the International Conference on Emerging Trends in Electromechanical Technologies & Management (TEMT) 2019. The focus is on current research in interdisciplinary areas of mechanical, electrical, electronics and information technologies, and their management from design to market. The book covers a wide range of topics such as computer integrated manufacturing, additive manufacturing, materials science and engineering, simulation and modelling, finite element analysis, operations and supply chain management, decision sciences, business analytics, project management, and sustainable freight transportation. The book will be of interest to researchers and practitioners of various disciplines, in particular mechanical and industrial engineering.
Advances in Electronics Engineering: Proceedings of the ICCEE 2019, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #619)
by Rabiah Ahmad Zahriladha ZakariaThis book presents the proceedings of ICCEE 2019, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on 29th–30th April 2019. It includes the latest advances in electrical engineering and electronics from leading experts around the globe.
Advances in Electronics, Communication and Computing: ETAEERE-2016 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #443)
by Kalpana Sharma Swagatam Das Akhtar KalamThis book is a compilation of research work in the interdisciplinary areas of electronics, communication, and computing. This book is specifically targeted at students, research scholars and academicians. The book covers the different approaches and techniques for specific applications, such as particle-swarm optimization, Otsu's function and harmony search optimization algorithm, triple gate silicon on insulator (SOI)MOSFET, micro-Raman and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) analysis, high-k dielectric gate oxide, spectrum sensing in cognitive radio, microstrip antenna, Ground-penetrating radar (GPR) with conducting surfaces, and digital image forgery detection. The contents of the book will be useful to academic and professional researchers alike.
Advances in Electronics, Communication and Computing: Select Proceedings of ETAEERE 2020 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #709)
by Akash Kumar Bhoi Pradeep Kumar Mallick Gyoo-Soo Chae Kanak KalitaThis book comprises select proceedings of the international conference ETAEERE 2020, and covers latest research in the areas of electronics, communication and computing. The book includes different approaches and techniques for specific applications using particle swarm optimization, Otsu’s function and harmony search optimization algorithm, DNA-NAND gate, triple gate SOI MOSFET, micro-Raman and FTIR analysis, high-k dielectric gate oxide, spectrum sensing in cognitive radio, microstrip antenna, GPR with conducting surfaces, energy efficient packet routing, iBGP route reflectors, circularly polarized antenna, double fork shaped patch radiator, implementation of Doppler radar at 24 GHz, iris image classification using SVM, digital image forgery detection, secure communication, spoken dialog system, and DFT-DCT spreading strategies. Given the range of topics covered, this book can be useful for both students and researchers working in electronics and communication.
Advances in Electronics, Computer, Physical and Chemical Sciences
by Brijesh Mishra Saiyed Salim Sayeed Hemant Kumar Sharma Pramod Kumar YadavThe conference aimed to provide a platform for researchers, scientists, technocrats, academicians and engineers to exchange their innovative ideas and new challenges being faced in the field of emerging technologies. It provided an opportunity to exchange ideas among global leaders and experts from academia and industry in developing domains such as machine learning, intelligence systems, smart infrastructure, advanced power technology, and so forth. It covered all broad disciplines of electronics, computer, physical and chemical science engineering.