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Innovation in Agri-food Clusters
by Peter Phillips Jeremy Karwandy Camille Ryan Graeme WebbInnovation has moved through a range of revolutionary epochs, but there is no clear picture of how, or even if, innovation can be managed. This book explores the models, methods and metrics of innovation analysis in the context of a single centre: the Global Oilseeds Complex centred in Saskatoon, Canada. It is a single, coherent volume that outlines the theory and practices related to innovation, offering a critical assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of the different approaches, backed up with empirical evidence.
Innovation in Agricultural Robotics for Precision Agriculture: A Roadmap for Integrating Robots in Precision Agriculture (Progress in Precision Agriculture)
by Avital BecharThis book provides a review of the state-of-the-art of agricultural robotics in different aspects of PA, the goals, and the gaps. The book introduces the area of Agricultural Robotics for Precision Agriculture (PA) specifically the conditions and limitations for implementing robots in this field and presents the concepts, principles, required abilities, components, characteristics and performance measures, conditions, and rules for robots in PA.
Innovation in Agriculture with IoT and AI (Innovation, Technology, and Knowledge Management)
by Arturo Realyvásquez Vargas Suchismita Satapathy Debesh MishraThis book examines different innovations in worldwide agricultural-systems including the applications of artificial intelligence (AI), internet of things (IoT) and features of machine learning (ML) for the benefits of the farm-community. Specifically, it examines the use of agricultural equipment and IoT to reduce physical stress; innovative equipment that measure and reduce mental work load; and innovative techniques to help with employee safety. Featuring case studies and future implications, this book is an excellent guide for academics and researchers in the agri-sector.
Innovation in Clusters
by Oleg Kozyrev Eduard Babkin Nataliya KlimovaThis book aims to bind together latest theories on creation of innovative clusters and operating modalities, empirical analysis, and several new formal models describing cluster formation and dynamics. Another objective of the book is the analysis of the role of the innovative activities on the economic performances of the firm during the crisis, focusing the attention on the complementarities existing among the innovative dimensions, hypothesizing a positive role of integrated innovative strategies in increasing the firm resilience to the challenges brought by the economic crisis. The part of empirical analysis contains a comprehensive survey of different international legislation sources useful for deep studies of influential factors and peculiarities. In this book international statistical reports on economic activity and business cases of successful application of clusters model are described for Western Europe and BRIC. This book also presents authors findings in the domain of mathematical and simulation modeling of the major elements of cluster and innovation management.
Innovation in Clusters: Science-Industry Relationships in the Face of Forced Advancement
by Estelle VallierForged at the heart of international political bodies by expert researchers, the innovation cluster concept has been incorporated into most public policies in industrialized countries. Based largely on the ideas behind the success of Silicon Valley, several imitative attempts have been made to geographically group laboratories, companies and training in particular fields in order to generate “synergies” between science and industry. In its first part, Innovation in Clusters analyzes the infatuation with the system of clusters that is integral to innovative policies by analyzing its socio historical context, its revival in management and its worldwide expansion, looking at a French example at a local level. In its second part, the book explores a specialized biotechnology cluster dating back to the end of the 1990s. The sociological survey conducted twenty years later sheds a different light on the dynamics and relationships between laboratories and companies, contradicting the commonly held belief that innovation is made possible by geographical proximity.
Innovation in Construction: A Practical Guide to Transforming the Construction Industry
by John Roberts Eujin Pei Seyed Hamidreza Ghaffar Paul MullettThis book tackles the complex topic of implementing innovation and the successful application of advanced technology in the construction industry. It provides a practical guide for the transformation of the industry by detailing appropriate and effective implementation methods, required skill sets and structural changes necessary to facilitate the practical and innovative application of technology. The construction industry is behind other industries in its level of innovation and adoption of technology, and is of critical importance to many of today’s global challenges, such as climate change, global warming and resource scarcity. There is therefore a need for smarter and more efficient ways of managing available resources. This book elaborates on how the innovative application of technology could offer hope for the construction industry in it’s imperative to rise to current and future global challenges. It includes the real-world case studies of innovative projects that go beyond the current state-of-the-art academic research, and have improved productivity, quality and performance in the construction sector.This book provides readers from both industrial and academic backgrounds with a comprehensive guide on transforming the construction industry with the efficient and effective implementation of technologies and modern methods of construction.
Innovation in Construction: An International Review of Public Policies
by André Manseau George SeadenHow can innovation in the construction industry be strengthened? What instruments and approaches are being used by governments to promote it? What works and under what circumstances? These key questions have profound implications. This book presents a framework for the analysis of innovation models and systems in construction and an international comparison of these systems, with a focus on their application in practical policy development.
Innovation in Design, Communication and Engineering: Proceedings of the 2014 3rd International Conference on Innovation, Communication and Engineering (ICICE 2014), Guiyang, Guizhou, P.R. China, October 17-22, 2014
by Stephen D. Prior Teen-Hang Meen Artde Donald Kin-Tak LamThis volume represents the proceedings of the 2014 3rd International Conference on Innovation, Communication and Engineering (ICICE 2014). This conference was held in Guiyang, Guizhou, P.R. China, October 17-22, 2014. The conference provided a unified communication platform for researchers in a wide range of fields from information technology,
Innovation in Electric Arc Furnaces
by Yuri N. Toulouevski Ilyaz Y. ZinurovElectric Arc Furnaces are being greatly improved at a fast pace. This book equips a reader with knowledge necessary for critical analysis of these innovations 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. Therefore, it can be useful for everybody who studies metallurgy, including students of colleges and universities. The modern concepts of mechanisms of Arc Furnace processes are presented by numerous journal articles and conference proceedings. These materials are difficult of access for a practicing engineer or metallurgist. The knowledge of general simplified yet correct in principle concepts is sufficient for decision-making. These concepts are discussed in the book at the level sufficient to solve practical problems: To help readers lacking knowledge required in the field of heat transfer as well as hydro-gas dynamics, it contains several chapters which provide the required minimum of information in these fields of science. In order to better assess different innovations, the book describes experience of the application of similar innovations in open-hearth furnaces and oxygen converters. Some promising ideas on key issues regarding intensification of the heat, which are of interest for developers of new processes and equipment for Electric Arc Furnaces, are also the concern of the book It should be noted, that carrying out the simplified calculations as distinct from using "off the shelf" programs greatly promotes comprehensive understanding of physical basics of processes and effects produced by various factors. This book gives numerous examples of such calculations performed by means of simplified methods and formulas. Getting familiar with material in this book will allow the reader to perform required calculations on his / her own without any difficulties.
Innovation in Electrical Power Engineering, Communication, and Computing Technology: Proceedings of IEPCCT 2019 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #630)
by Janmenjoy Nayak Bighnaraj Naik Danilo Pelusi Renu Sharma Manohar MishraThis book features selected high-quality papers from the International Conference on Innovation in Electrical Power Engineering, Communication, and Computing Technology (IEPCCT 2019), held at Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Bhubaneswar, India, on 13–14 December 2019. Presenting innovations in power, communication, and computing, it covers topics such as mini, micro, smart and future power grids; power system economics; energy storage systems; intelligent control; power converters; improving power quality; signal processing; sensors and actuators; image/video processing; high-performance data mining algorithms; advances in deep learning; and optimization methods.
Innovation in Electrical Power Engineering, Communication, and Computing Technology: Proceedings of Second IEPCCT 2021 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #814)
by Janmenjoy Nayak Bighnaraj Naik Renu Sharma Manohar Mishra Akshay Kumar RathoreThis book features selected high-quality papers from the Second International Conference on Innovation in Electrical Power Engineering, Communication, and Computing Technology (IEPCCT 2021), held at Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Bhubaneswar, India, on 24–26 September 2021. Presenting innovations in power, communication, and computing, it covers topics such as mini, micro, smart and future power grids; power system economics; energy storage systems; intelligent control; power converters; improving power quality; signal processing; sensors and actuators; image/video processing; high-performance data mining algorithms; advances in deep learning; and optimization methods.
Innovation in Food Engineering: New Techniques and Products (Contemporary Food Engineering)
by Claudio P. Ribeiro Maria Laura PassosConsumer-driven products have kept the food industry at the forefront of technological innovations. For example, the redefinition of the once accepted compromise between convenience and quality is just one of the current issues driving the development of new products. An overview of a range of solutions for these challenges, Innovation in Food Engi
Innovation in Forestry: Territorial and Value Chain Relationships
by Gerhard Weiss Pekka Ollonqvist Bill Slee Davide PettenellaInnovation is increasingly recognized as a key factor in environmental protection and balanced sustainable development within the forestry sector. This volume provides a comprehensive theoretical foundation for the analysis of innovation processes and policies in a traditional, rural sector as well as presenting empirical analyses of innovation processes from major innovation areas. Territorial services of the forest sector are examined, including various types of forest ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration or recreation and wood value chains, including timber frame construction and bioenergy.
Innovation in Healthtech: A Roadmap for Empowering Healthcare (Advancing Science and Engineering through Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Mathematical Modeling)
by Rakesh Kumar Meenu GuptaSophisticated data analysis is revolutionizing healthcare decision- making, personalized treatments, and operational efficiency. Innovations in HealthTech covers this impact and highlights the significance of robust security measures in safeguarding sensitive medical data and ensuring patient confidentiality. The book provides insights into the development, implementation, and future potential of telemedicine infrastructure. Explores the role of wearable technology in promoting patient engagement and wellness and addressing the critical issue of data security. Offers practical technical insights that provide a deeper understanding of the real-world applications and challenges in the healthcare technology landscape. Examines the role of telehealth and remote monitoring in healthcare accessibility, and use of artificial intelligence in augmenting clinical decision-making processes. Discusses frameworks and guidelines that enable different health technologies and systems to work together seamlessly, ensuring efficient data exchange and improved patient care. Presents the essential measures and strategies in place to protect sensitive healthcare data, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of information. The text is primarily written for senior undergraduates, graduate students, and academic researchers in the fields of electrical engineering, electronics and communications engineering, computer engineering, and biomedical engineering.
Innovation in Healthy and Functional Foods
by Debasis Bagchi Shantanu Das Dilip Ghosh R. B. SmartaThe focus of food science and technology has shifted from previous goals of improving food safety and enhancing food taste toward providing healthy and functional foods. Today's consumers desire foods that go beyond basic nutrition-foods capable of promoting better health, or even playing a disease-prevention role. To meet this need for innovation,
Innovation in INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
by Telecommunications Board Computer ScienceA report on the Innovation in Information Technology
Innovation in Information Systems and Technologies to Support Learning Research: Proceedings of EMENA-ISTL 2019 (Learning and Analytics in Intelligent Systems #7)
by Mohammed Serrhini Carla Silva Sultan AljahdaliThis book provides glimpses into contemporary research in information systems & technology, learning, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and security and how it applies to the real world, but the ideas presented also span the domains of telehealth, computer vision, the role and use of mobile devices, brain–computer interfaces, virtual reality, language and image processing and big data analytics and applications. Great research arises from asking pertinent research questions. This book reveals some of the authors’ “beautiful questions” and how they develop the subsequent “what if” and “how” questions, offering readers food for thought and whetting their appetite for further research by the same authors.
Innovation in Language Learning and Teaching: The Case of the Middle East and North Africa (New Language Learning and Teaching Environments)
by Christine Coombe Hayo Reinders Andrew Littlejohn Dara TafazoliThis edited collection presents a study of innovation in teaching, learning, assessment and teacher development practices in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The thirteen research-based chapters in this collection examine recent innovations in English language teaching, drawing on classroom, administrative and learning experiences from seven of the countries in the region. The major trends analyzed across the volume include the language skills of reading and writing and the prevalence of technology and technology-enhanced instruction. It highlights that innovative teaching, learning and assessment practices that are now in place in virtually all levels of English language teaching and learning from primary school to university to adult education sectors, and reflects on possible ways forward for innovation in the field of ELT. This book will provide valuable insight for scholars of applied linguistics and practitioners working in language policy,
Innovation in Language Teaching and Learning: The Case of Japan (New Language Learning and Teaching Environments)
by Stephen Ryan Hayo Reinders Sachiko NakamuraThis book examines a wide range of innovations in language learning and teaching in Japan. Each of the chapters describes the impetus for a change or new development in a particular context, from early childhood to adult learning, details its implementation and provides an evaluation of its success. In doing so, they provide a comprehensive overview of best practice in innovating language education from teaching practice in formal classroom settings, to self-directed learning beyond the classroom, and offer recommendations to enhance language education in Japan and beyond. The book will be of interest to scholars of applied linguistics and language development, and in particular to those involved in managing change in language education that attempts to mediate between global trends and local needs.
Innovation in Materials Science and Engineering: Proceedings Of Icemit 2017, Volume 2
by Rahul Singh Jayeeta Chattopadhyay Om PrakashThe book features the scientific work on materials science presented at the International Conference on Energy, Materials and Information Technology, 2017 at Amity University Jharkhand, India. It highlights all aspects of materials, from synthesis to innovative applications, and from physical characterizations to cost-effectiveness. It also covers essential and state-of-the-art research work on various engineering materials with important physical characteristics. This multidisciplinary book is aimed at scientists, academics, research scholars and students from all areas who are interested in understanding the current research in the field of materials science.
Innovation in Medicine and Healthcare Systems, and Multimedia: Proceedings of KES-InMed-19 and KES-IIMSS-19 Conferences (Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies #145)
by Lakhmi C. Jain Robert J. Howlett Yen-Wei Chen Alfred ZimmermannThis book contains the proceedings of the KES International conferences on Innovation in Medicine and Healthcare (KES-InMed-19) and Intelligent Interactive Multimedia Systems and Services (KES-IIMSS-19), held on 17–19 June 2019 and co-located in St. Julians, on the island of Malta, as part of the KES Smart Digital Futures 2019 multi-theme conference.The major areas covered by KES-InMed-19 include: Digital IT Architecture in Healthcare; Advanced ICT for Medical and Healthcare; Biomedical Engineering, Trends, Research and Technologies and Healthcare Support System. The major areas covered by KES-IIMSS-19 were: Interactive Technologies; Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics; Intelligent Services and Architectures and Applications. This book is of use to researchers in these vibrant areas, managers, industrialists and anyone wishing to gain an overview of the latest research in these fields.
Innovation in Medicine and Healthcare: Proceedings of 10th KES-InMed 2022 (Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies #308)
by Lakhmi C. Jain Robert J. Howlett Yen-Wei Chen Satoshi TanakaThis book presents the proceedings of the KES International Conferences on Innovation in Medicine and Healthcare (KES-InMed-22), held in Rhodes, Greece, on June 20–22, 2022. Covering a number of key areas, including digital IT architecture in health care; advanced ICT for medicine and health care; biomedical engineering, trends, research, and technologies; and healthcare support systems, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, managers, industrialists, and anyone wishing to gain an overview of the latest research in these fields.
Innovation in Medicine and Healthcare: Proceedings of 11th KES-InMed 2023 (Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies #357)
by Lakhmi C. Jain Yen-Wei Chen Satoshi Tanaka R. J. HowlettThis book presents the proceedings of the KES International Conferences on Innovation in Medicine and Healthcare (KES-InMed-23), held in Rome, Italy, on June 14–16, 2023. Covering a number of key areas, including digital IT architecture in healthcare; advanced ICT for medicine and healthcare; biomedical engineering, trends, research and technologies; and healthcare support systems, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, managers, industrialists and anyone wishing to gain an overview of the latest research in these fields.
Innovation in Medicine and Healthcare: Proceedings of 12th KES-InMed 2024 (Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies #412)
by Lakhmi C. Jain Robert J. Howlett Yen-Wei Chen Satoshi TanakaThis book presents the proceedings of the KES International Conferences on Innovation in Medicine and Healthcare (KES-InMed-24), held in Madeira, Portugal, on June 19–21, 2024. Covering a number of key areas, including digital IT architecture in healthcare; advanced ICT for medicine and healthcare; biomedical engineering, trends, research, and technologies; and healthcare support systems, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, managers, industrialists, and anyone wishing to gain an overview of the latest research in these fields.
Innovation in Medicine and Healthcare: Proceedings of 8th KES-InMed 2020 (Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies #192)
by Lakhmi C. Jain Robert J. Howlett Yen-Wei Chen Satoshi TanakaThis book presents the proceedings of the KES International Conferences on Innovation in Medicine and Healthcare (KES-InMed-19), held in Split, Croatia, on June 17–19, 2020. Covering a number of key areas, including digital IT architecture in healthcare; advanced ICT for medicine and healthcare; biomedical engineering, trends, research and technologies; and healthcare support systems, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, managers, industrialists and anyone wishing to gain an overview of the latest research in these fields.