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Analysis and Geometry of Markov Diffusion Operators (Grundlehren der mathematischen Wissenschaften #348)
by Dominique Bakry Ivan Gentil Michel LedouxThe present volume is an extensive monograph on the analytic and geometric aspects of Markov diffusion operators. It focuses on the geometric curvature properties of the underlying structure in order to study convergence to equilibrium, spectral bounds, functional inequalities such as Poincaré, Sobolev or logarithmic Sobolev inequalities, and various bounds on solutions of evolution equations. At the same time, it covers a large class of evolution and partial differential equations. The book is intended to serve as an introduction to the subject and to be accessible for beginning and advanced scientists and non-specialists. Simultaneously, it covers a wide range of results and techniques from the early developments in the mid-eighties to the latest achievements. As such, students and researchers interested in the modern aspects of Markov diffusion operators and semigroups and their connections to analytic functional inequalities, probabilistic convergence to equilibrium and geometric curvature will find it especially useful. Selected chapters can also be used for advanced courses on the topic.
Analysis and Geometry on Graphs and Manifolds (London Mathematical Society Lecture Note Series #461)
by Daniel Lenz Matthias Keller Radoslaw K. WojciechowskiThe interplay of geometry, spectral theory and stochastics has a long and fruitful history, and is the driving force behind many developments in modern mathematics. Bringing together contributions from a 2017 conference at the University of Potsdam, this volume focuses on global effects of local properties. Exploring the similarities and differences between the discrete and the continuous settings is of great interest to both researchers and graduate students in geometric analysis. The range of survey articles presented in this volume give an expository overview of various topics, including curvature, the effects of geometry on the spectrum, geometric group theory, and spectral theory of Laplacian and Schrödinger operators. Also included are shorter articles focusing on specific techniques and problems, allowing the reader to get to the heart of several key topics.
Analysis and Geometry: MIMS-GGTM, Tunis, Tunisia, March 2014. In Honour of Mohammed Salah Baouendi (Springer Proceedings in Mathematics & Statistics #127)
by Ali Baklouti Aziz El Kacimi Sadok Kallel Nordine MirThis book includes selected papers presented at the MIMS (Mediterranean Institute for the Mathematical Sciences) - GGTM (Geometry and Topology Grouping for the Maghreb) conference, held in memory of Mohammed Salah Baouendi, a most renowned figure in the field of several complex variables, who passed away in 2011. All research articles were written by leading experts, some of whom are prize winners in the fields of complex geometry, algebraic geometry and analysis. The book offers a valuable resource for all researchers interested in recent developments in analysis and geometry.
Analysis and Identification of Time-Invariant Systems, Time-Varying Systems, and Multi-Delay Systems using Orthogonal Hybrid Functions: Theory and Algorithms with MATLAB® (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #46)
by Anish Deb Srimanti Roychoudhury Gautam SarkarThis book introduces a newset of orthogonal hybrid functions (HF) which approximates time functions in apiecewise linear manner which is very suitable for practical applications. The book presents ananalysis of different systems namely, time-invariant system, time-varyingsystem, multi-delay systems---both homogeneous and non-homogeneous type- andthe solutions are obtained in the form of discrete samples. The book alsoinvestigates system identification problems for many of the above systems. Thebook is spread over 15 chapters and contains 180 black and white figures, 18colour figures, 85 tables and 56 illustrative examples. MATLAB codes for many suchexamples are included at the end of the book.
Analysis and Implementation of Isogeometric Boundary Elements for Electromagnetism (Springer Theses)
by Felix WolfThis book presents a comprehensive mathematical and computational approach for solving electromagnetic problems of practical relevance, such as electromagnetic scattering and the cavity problems. After an in-depth introduction to the mathematical foundations of isogeometric analysis, which discusses how to conduct higher-order simulations efficiently and without the introduction of geometrical errors, the book proves quasi-optimal approximation properties for all trace spaces of the de Rham sequence, and demonstrates inf-sup stability of the isogeometric discretisation of the electric field integral equation (EFIE). Theoretical properties and algorithms are described in detail. The algorithmic approach is, in turn, validated through a series of numerical experiments aimed at solving a set of electromagnetic scattering problems. In the last part of the book, the boundary element method is combined with a novel eigenvalue solver, a so-called contour integral method. An algorithm is presented, together with a set of successful numerical experiments, showing that the eigenvalue solver benefits from the high orders of convergence offered by the boundary element approach. Last, the resulting software, called BEMBEL (Boundary Element Method Based Engineering Library), is reviewed: the user interface is presented, while the underlying design considerations are explained in detail. Given its scope, this book bridges an important gap between numerical analysis and engineering design of electromagnetic devices.
Analysis and Integration of Behavioral Units (Psychology Library Editions: Cognitive Science #25)
by TRAVIS THOMPSON AND MICHAEL D. ZEILEROriginally published in 1986, this volume was the result of a conference in honor of the 65th birthday of the late Kenneth MacCorquodale, an exceptionally eloquent spokesman for the field of experimental analysis of behaviour at the time. The present volume grew directly out of the issues raised by MacCorquodale and Meehl in their "Excursis: The Response Concept" paper and which MacCorquodale posed so often when he taught. It is a fitting tribute to the man on his 65th birthday that a group of scholars whom he held in the highest regard convened in one place to think out loud about two of the thorniest problems facing behavioral science, namely, the nature of the units of analysis of the subject matter and the mechanisms responsible for their integration.
Analysis and Interpretation in the Exact Sciences: Essays in Honour of William Demopoulos (The Western Ontario Series in Philosophy of Science #78)
by Robert Disalle Melanie Frappier Derek BrownThe essays in this volume concern the points of intersection between analytic philosophy and the philosophy of the exact sciences. More precisely, it concern connections between knowledge in mathematics and the exact sciences, on the one hand, and the conceptual foundations of knowledge in general. Its guiding idea is that, in contemporary philosophy of science, there are profound problems of theoretical interpretation-- problems that transcend both the methodological concerns of general philosophy of science, and the technical concerns of philosophers of particular sciences. A fruitful approach to these problems combines the study of scientific detail with the kind of conceptual analysis that is characteristic of the modern analytic tradition. Such an approach is shared by these contributors: some primarily known as analytic philosophers, some as philosophers of science, but all deeply aware that the problems of analysis and interpretation link these fields together.
Analysis and Interpretation of Fire Scene Evidence
by José R. Almirall Kenneth G. FurtonOngoing advances in arson detection tools and techniques increase the importance of scientific evidence in related court proceedings. In order to assemble an airtight case, investigators and forensic scientists need a resource that assists them in properly conducting the chemical analysis and interpretation of physical evidence found at scenes of s
Analysis and Management of Productivity and Efficiency in Production Systems for Goods and Services
by Daniel Pacheco Lacerda Fabio Sartori Piran Luis Felipe CamargoIn companies that produce goods and services, productivity and efficiency improvements are a constant challenge. This book reviews the differences between productivity and efficiency. It proposes a new method and makes available a computational tool for implementation that contributes to facilitating the use of Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA). The book presents a discussion about productivity and efficiency, illustrating the potentials of use and conceptual differences. It covers the concepts and techniques for analysis of productivity and efficiency, analyzing critical benefits and limitations, explains in detail how to use DEA for analysis, provides innovative methods for using DEA, offers a free online computer tool with a direction guide, shows real empirical applications, and covers other techniques that can be used to complement the analysis performed. The book is for professionals, managers, consultants, students working and taking courses in productive systems of goods and services. Ancillary materials include a free online computer tool to operationalize the concepts and methods proposed in the book, a guide on how to use the method and the software developed for the DEA application. Solutions manual, instructor’s manual, PowerPoint slides, and figure slides also will be available upon qualified adoption.
Analysis and Mathematical Models of Canned Electrical Machine Drives: In Particular a Canned Switched Reluctance Machine
by Qiang Yu Xuesong Wang Yuhu Cheng Lisi TianThis book focuses on the electromagnetic and thermal modeling and analysis of electrical machines, especially canned electrical machines for hydraulic pump applications. It addresses both the principles and engineering practice, with more weight placed on mathematical modeling and theoretical analysis. This is achieved by providing in-depth studies on a number of major topics such as: can shield effect analysis, machine geometry optimization, control analysis, thermal and electromagnetic network models, magneto motive force modeling, and spatial magnetic field modeling. For the can shield effect analysis, several cases are studied in detail, including classical canned induction machines, as well as state-of-the-art canned permanent magnet machines and switched reluctance machines. The comprehensive and systematic treatment of the can effect for canned electrical machines is one of the major features of this book, which is particularly suited for readers who are interested in learning about electrical machines, especially for hydraulic pumping, deep-sea exploration, mining and the nuclear power industry. The book offers a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and graduate students in the fields of electrical machines, magnetic and thermal engineering, etc.
Analysis and Mitigation of Broadband Oscillation in Renewable Energy Generation and AC/DC Transmission Systems
by Guanghui Li Weisheng Wang Guoqing HeWith the growth of the installed capacity and the proportion of REG, mainly including wind power and PV power generation, the stable operation of REG and AC/DC transmission systems has become a technical bottleneck for the sustainable development of REG. Since 2009, broadband oscillation incidents have occurred frequently in REG and AC/DC transmission systems in China and some foreign countries, resulting in severe consequences such as large-scale tripping-off of REG units, damaging equipments, and an increasing curtailment of wind and PV power generation. However, there are great difficulties and challenges for the analysis and mitigation of broadband oscillation.This book focuses on the analysis and mitigation of broadband oscillation in renewable energy generation and AC/DC transmission systems. The theoretical knowledge and practical approaches to solve this issue are explored through the contents of 4 parts, 18 chapters. Part Ⅰ is Small-signal Modeling of Converters, containing four chapters. The frequency-domain small-signal modeling method and impedance modeling of three types of basic converters commonly used in power electronic devices, including the two-level converter, modular multilevel converter, and thyristor converter are introduced. Part Ⅱ is Impedance Model and Characteristics Analysis of REG and HVDC Transmission, containing six chapters. The impedance model and characteristics analysis of the full power conversion wind turbine, DFIG-based wind turbines, PV unit, SVG, LCC-HVDC, and MMC-HVDC are introduced. Part Ⅲ is Broadband Oscillation Analysis in REG and AC/DC Transmission Systems, containing three chapters. The impedance modeling and characteristics analysis of REG plants, and oscillation analysis of REG connected into AC and HVDC transmission systems are introduced. Part Ⅳ is Broadband Oscillation Mitigation in REG and AC/DC Transmission Systems, containing five chapters. The impedance reshaping of the REG unit, SVG, LCC-HVDC, and MMC-HVDC as well as project cases are presented.This book can be used by the researchers engaged in the design, technology research and development, and operation management of electrical engineering and renewable energy engineering, which can also be a reference book for teachers and students of electrical engineering in colleges and universities.
Analysis and Modeling of Complex Data in Behavioral and Social Sciences (Studies in Classification, Data Analysis, and Knowledge Organization)
by Donatella Vicari Akinori Okada Giancarlo Ragozini Claus WeihsThis volume presents theoretical developments, applications and computational methods for the analysis and modeling in behavioral and social sciences where data are usually complex to explore and investigate. The challenging proposals provide a connection between statistical methodology and the social domain with particular attention to computational issues in order to effectively address complicated data analysis problems. The papers in this volume stem from contributions initially presented at the joint international meeting JCS-CLADAG held in Anacapri (Italy) where the Japanese Classification Society and the Classification and Data Analysis Group of the Italian Statistical Society had a stimulating scientific discussion and exchange.
Analysis and Modeling of Coordinated Multi-neuronal Activity (Springer Series in Computational Neuroscience #12)
by Masami TatsunoSince information in the brain is processed by the exchange of spikes among neurons, a study of such group dynamics is extremely important in understanding hippocampus dependent memory. These spike patterns and local field potentials (LFPs) have been analyzed by various statistical methods. These studies have led to important findings of memory information processing. For example, memory-trace replay, a reactivation of behaviorally induced neural patterns during subsequent sleep, has been suggested to play an important role in memory consolidation. It has also been suggested that a ripple/sharp wave event (one of the characteristics of LFPs in the hippocampus) and spiking activity in the cortex have a specific relationship that may facilitate the consolidation of hippocampal dependent memory from the hippocampus to the cortex. The book will provide a state-of-the-art finding of memory information processing through the analysis of multi-neuronal data. The first half of the book is devoted to this analysis aspect. Understanding memory information representation and its consolidation, however, cannot be achieved only by analyzing the data. It is extremely important to construct a computational model to seek an underlying mathematical principle. In other words, an entire picture of hippocampus dependent memory system would be elucidated through close collaboration among experiments, data analysis, and computational modeling. Not only does computational modeling benefit the data analysis of multi-electrode recordings, but it also provides useful insight for future experiments and analyses. The second half of the book will be devoted to the computational modeling of hippocampus-dependent memory.
Analysis and Modeling of Radio Wave Propagation
by Christopher John ColemanThis comprehensive guide helps readers understand the theory and techniques needed to analyze and model radio wave propagation in complex environments. All of the essential topics are covered, from the fundamental concepts of radio systems, to complex propagation phenomena. These topics include diffraction, ray tracing, scattering, atmospheric ducting, ionospheric ducting, scintillation, and propagation through both urban and non-urban environments. Emphasis is placed on practical procedures, with detailed discussion of numerical and mathematical methods providing readers with the necessary skills to build their own propagation models and develop their own techniques. MATLAB functions illustrating key modeling ideas are provided online. This is an invaluable resource for anyone wanting to use propagation models to understand the performance of radio systems for navigation, radar, communications, or broadcasting.
Analysis and Modelling of Non-Steady Flow in Pipe and Channel Networks
by Vinko JovicAnalysis and Modelling of Non-Steady Flow in Pipe and Channel Networks deals with flows in pipes and channel networks from the standpoints of hydraulics and modelling techniques and methods. These engineering problems occur in the course of the design and construction of hydroenergy plants, water-supply and other systems. In this book, the author presents his experience in solving these problems from the early 1970s to the present day. During this period new methods of solving hydraulic problems have evolved, due to the development of computers and numerical methods. This book is accompanied by a website which hosts the author's software package, Simpip (an abbreviation of simulation of pipe flow) for solving non-steady pipe flow using the finite element method. The program also covers flows in channels. The book presents the numerical core of the SimpipCore program (written in Fortran). Key features: Presents the theory and practice of modelling different flows in hydraulic networks Takes a systematic approach and addresses the topic from the fundamentals Presents numerical solutions based on finite element analysis Accompanied by a website hosting supporting material including the SimpipCore project as a standalone program Analysis and Modelling of Non-Steady Flow in Pipe and Channel Networks is an ideal reference book for engineers, practitioners and graduate students across engineering disciplines.
Analysis and Modelling of Water Supply and Demand Under Climate Change, Land Use Transformation and Socio-Economic Development: The Water Resource Challenge and Adaptation Measures for Urumqi Region, Northwest China (Springer Theses)
by Katharina FrickeLocated in a narrow grassland corridor between the semi-desert and a mountain range in Northwest China, the research area Urumqi Region is despite its semi-arid climate in a relatively favourable hydrological situation. The nearby mountains provide water for settlements and agriculture, making human development possible in the first place. Due to the development of agriculture, population and economy during the last sixty years and the increasing water consumption, a demand- and population-driven water scarcity exists today and is expected to aggravate. At the same time, the effects of climate change and land use transformations on the hydrological system and the water availability are uncertain. This study evaluates the recent and future situation by combining a hydrological water balance model for the simulation of the water supply based on scenarios of climate and land use change with a socio-economic model for projecting the future water demand including predicted growth of population and economy.
Analysis and Numerics of Partial Differential Equations (Springer INdAM Series #4)
by Franco Brezzi Gianni Gilardi Piero Colli Franzone Ugo Pietro GianazzaThis volume is a selection of contributions offered by friends, collaborators, past students in memory of Enrico Magenes. The first part gives a wide historical perspective of Magenes' work in his 50-year mathematical career; the second part contains original research papers, and shows how ideas, methods, and techniques introduced by Magenes and his collaborators still have an impact on the current research in Mathematics.
Analysis and Operator Theory: Dedicated In Memory Of Tosio Kato's 100th Birthday (Springer Optimization and Its Applications #146)
by Themistocles M. Rassias Valentin A. ZagrebnovDedicated to Tosio Kato’s 100th birthday, this book contains research and survey papers on a broad spectrum of methods, theories, and problems in mathematics and mathematical physics. Survey papers and in-depth technical papers emphasize linear and nonlinear analysis, operator theory, partial differential equations, and functional analysis including nonlinear evolution equations, the Korteweg–de Vries equation, the Navier–Stokes equation, and perturbation theory of linear operators. The Kato inequality, the Kato type matrix limit theorem, the Howland–Kato commutator problem, the Kato-class of potentials, and the Trotter–Kato product formulae are discussed and analyzed. Graduate students, research mathematicians, and applied scientists will find that this book provides comprehensive insight into the significance of Tosio Kato’s impact to research in analysis and operator theory.
Analysis and Optimization of Sheet Metal Forming Processes
by Amrut Mulay Swadesh Kumar Singh Andrzej KocandaAnalysis and Optimization of Sheet Metal Forming Processes comprehensively covers sheet metal forming, from choosing materials, tools and the forming method to optimising the entire process through finite element analysis and computer-aided engineering.Beginning with an introduction to sheet metal forming, the book provides a guide to the various techniques used within the industry. It provides a discussion of sheet metal properties relevant to forming processes, such as ductility, formability, and strength, and analyses how materials should be selected with factors including material properties, cost, and availability. Forming processes including shearing, bending, deep drawing, and stamping are also discussed, along with tools such as dies, punches, and moulds. Simulation and modelling are key to optimising the sheet metal forming process, including finite element analysis and computer-aided engineering. Other topics included are quality control, design, industry applications, and future trends. The book will be of interest to students and professionals working in the field of sheet metal and metal forming, materials science, mechanical engineering, and metallurgy.
Analysis and Optimum Design of Metal Structures
by J Farkas K. JármaiDetailing a number of structural analysis problems such as residual welding stresses and distortions and behaviour of thin-walled rods loaded in bending, this text also explores mathematical function minimization methods, expert systems and optimum design of welded box beams.
Analysis and PDE in Latin America: ICMAM 2022 (Trends in Mathematics #10)
by Duván Cardona Brian GrajalesThis book presents the extended abstracts of the 2022 International Conference: Multidisciplinary Aspects in Mathematics and its applications (ICMAM) Latin America conference. The book presents the current state of the art in Analysis and PDEs in Latin America. Topics include: PDE models describing epidemics, population dynamics, climatological risks, oil prospection, impedance tomography in the detection of medical diseases, and abstract theory of PDEs. The extended abstracts presented in this book includes contributions by several renowned mathematicians in analysis and PDEs.
Analysis and Partial Differential Equations: A Collection of Papers Dedicated to Mischa Cotlar (Lecture Notes in Pure and Applied Mathematics)
by Cora SadoskyThis book provides a descriptive account of Mischa Cotlar's work along with a complete bibliography of his mathematical books and papers. It examines the harmonic analysis and operator theory in relation with the theory of partial differential equations.
Analysis and Partial Differential Equations: Imperial College London, Uk 2016 (Springer Proceedings in Mathematics & Statistics #275)
by Michael Ruzhansky Julio DelgadoThis volume presents current trends in analysis and partial differential equations from researchers in developing countries. The fruit of the project 'Analysis in Developing Countries', whose aim was to bring together researchers from around the world, the volume also includes some contributions from researchers from developed countries. Focusing on topics in analysis related to partial differential equations, this volume contains selected contributions from the activities of the project at Imperial College London, namely the conference on Analysis and Partial Differential Equations held in September 2016 and the subsequent Official Development Assistance Week held in November 2016. Topics represented include Fourier analysis, pseudo-differential operators, integral equations, as well as related topics from numerical analysis and bifurcation theory, and the countries represented range from Burkina Faso and Ghana to Armenia, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, including contributions from Brazil, Colombia and Cuba, as well as India and China. Suitable for postgraduate students and beyond, this volume offers the reader a broader, global perspective of contemporary research in analysis.
Analysis and Performance of Fiber Composites
by Bhagwan D. Agarwal Lawrence J. Broutman K. ChandrashekharaUpdated and expanded coverage of the latest trends and developments in fiber composite materials, processes, and applications Analysis and Performance of Fiber Composites, Fourth Edition features updated and expanded coverage of all technical aspects of fiber composites, including the latest trends and developments in materials, manufacturing processes, and materials applications, as well as the latest experimental characterization methods. Fiber reinforced composite materials have become a fundamental part of modern product manufacturing. Routinely used in such high-tech fields as electronics, automobiles, aircraft, and space vehicles, they are also essential to everyday staples of modern life, such as containers, piping, and appliances. Little wonder, when one considers their ease of fabrication, outstanding mechanical properties, design versatility, light weight, corrosion and impact resistance, and excellent fatigue strength. This Fourth Edition of the classic reference—the standard text for composite materials courses, worldwide—offers an unrivalled review of such an important class of engineering materials. Still the most comprehensive, up-to-date treatment of the mechanics, materials, performance, analysis, fabrication, and characterization of fiber composite materials available, Analysis and Performance of Fiber Composites, Fourth Edition features: Expanded coverage of materials and manufacturing, with additional information on materials, processes, and material applications Updated and expanded information on experimental characterization methods—including many industry specific tests Discussions of damage identification techniques using nondestructive evaluation (NDE) Coverage of the influence of moisture on performance of polymer matrix composites, stress corrosion of glass fibers and glass reinforced plastics, and damage due to low-velocity impact New end-of-chapter problems and exercises with solutions found on an accompanying website Computer analysis of laminates No other reference provides such exhaustive coverage of fiber composites with such clarity and depth. Analysis and Performance of Fiber Composites, Fourth Edition is, without a doubt, an indispensable resource for practicing engineers, as well as students of mechanics, mechanical engineering, and aerospace engineering.
Analysis and Presentation of Experimental Results: With Examples, Problems and Programs (Undergraduate Lecture Notes in Physics)
by Costas Christodoulides George ChristodoulidesThis book is intended as a guide to the analysis and presentation of experimental results. It develops various techniques for the numerical processing of experimental data, using basic statistical methods and the theory of errors. After presenting basic theoretical concepts, the book describes the methods by which the results can be presented, both numerically and graphically. The book is divided into three parts, of roughly equal length, addressing the theory, the analysis of data, and the presentation of results. Examples are given and problems are solved using the Excel, Origin, Python and R software packages. In addition, programs in all four languages are made available to readers, allowing them to use them in analyzing and presenting the results of their own experiments. Subjects are treated at a level appropriate for undergraduate students in the natural sciences, but this book should also appeal to anyone whose work involves dealing with experimental results.