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Analyzing Ethics Questions from Behavior Analysts: A Student Workbook
by Jon S. Bailey Mary R. BurchSupplementing the best-selling textbook, Ethics for Behavior Analysts, this workbook analyzes over 100 original and up-to-date ethics questions posed by behavior analysts, to the highly regarded ABA Ethics Hotline.This new edition provides solutions to each question using the 2020 Behavior Analyst Certification Board® Ethics Code. Covering all six sections of the new code, it is designed to allow the reader to see the original question, our response, and then compare their answers with the Hotline expert’s answers at the back of the book. Bailey and Burch provide the necessary guided practice for both students and clinicians to improve ethical problem solving and competency in behavior analysis.This book is an invaluable resource for all budding behavior analysts and their teachers.
Anatomy and Histology of the Pig: A Concise Full-Color Atlas
by Christian Alfaro M Michael Swindle Kristi HelkeThis comprehensive anatomy and histology book is the first guide specific to the pig since 1982. The high-quality, detailed full-color illustrations are accompanied by written material specific to each porcine anatomic section, with English-labeled terms for the various anatomic structures. The book covers all the major areas of interest in swine, including cardiovascular, digestive, neurologic, and thoracic structures. Differences between domestic and miniature pigs are discussed and a full-color histology section concludes the book.The author team includes an experimental surgeon, a veterinary anatomist, and a veterinary pathologist, ensuring this atlas is appropriate for a wide range of professionals. It will be an invaluable resource for veterinarians, researchers, research technicians, and students for many years to come.
Anatomy of IoT Botnets and Detection Methods
by Rajesh Singh Anita Gehlot Ankur Dumka Neha Gupta Umang GargThe book Anatomy of IoT Botnets and Detection Methods delves into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats associated with the Internet of Things (IoT), specifically focusing on the anatomy, behavior, and detection of IoT-based botnets. As IoT devices proliferate in both consumer and industrial settings, their inherent vulnerabilities—such as weak authentication, limited processing power, and lack of regular updates—make them prime targets for attackers. The book begins by exploring how IoT botnets are formed, highlighting key attack vectors such as malware propagation, command, and control (C&C) mechanisms, and commonly exploited protocols such as Telnet and UPnP. Notable case studies, including the Mirai and Mozi botnets, illustrate real-world impacts, emphasizing the scale and damage these threats can inflict. The core of the book then transitions into detection methodologies, covering both traditional and AI-driven approaches. Techniques such as signature-based detection, anomaly detection using machine learning, network traffic analysis, and honeypot deployment are thoroughly examined. The authors also address the challenges in detecting IoT botnets, including encrypted traffic, device heterogeneity, and low visibility in resource-constrained devices. Furthermore, the book emphasizes the importance of proactive defense strategies, such as firmware hardening, secure boot mechanisms, and real-time behavioral analytics. It underscores the role of collaborative intelligence sharing among stakeholders to enhance detection capabilities. By integrating theoretical concepts with practical insights and current research trends, the book provides a comprehensive guide for researchers, cybersecurity professionals, and IoT developers aiming to understand and counteract botnet threats. Ultimately, Anatomy of IoT Botnet and Detection Methods serves as a crucial resource for strengthening the cybersecurity posture of IoT ecosystems through informed detection and mitigation practices. The content of the book is categorized into the following sub-sections: Introduction to IoT and Botnets: An overview of IoT technology, its adoption, and the rising threat of botnets. IoT Device Vulnerabilities: Analysis of common security weaknesses in IoT devices that cybercriminals exploit. Botnet Architecture: Detailed examination of how IoT botnets are structured, including command-and-control mechanisms. Infection and Propagation: Methods used by attackers to spread malware across IoT networks. Detection Techniques: Overview of current detection methods, including anomaly detection, signature-based approaches, and machine learning. Mitigation Strategies: Practical advice on how to secure IoT devices, including best practices for manufacturers and users. Case Studies: Real-world examples of IoT botnet attacks and their impact. The book concludes with a discussion on the future of IoT security, emphasizing the need for continuous innovation in detection and prevention methods.
Anglicisms around the Globe: Cross-linguistic Studies on the Impact of English (Routledge Studies in Linguistics)
by Keisuke Imamura Henrik Gottlieb Alicja Witalisz Niculescu-Gorpin, Anabella-Gloria Jaime W. HuntThis collection explores the global impact of English through fact-based and contrastive analyses of different types of Anglicisms across a wide range of languages.This volume showcases the ways in which contact-induced language change operates across several different languages simultaneously. This approach allows for an examination of similarities and differences in the adaptation processes of English models in languages with differing phonetic, morphological, syntactic, and writing systems. Drawing on data from the Global Anglicism Database (GLAD), the first multilingual repository featuring lexical and phraseological Anglicisms, chapters look not only at visible Anglicisms, such as augmented reality or easy listening, which reflect their English origin, but also at invisible Anglicisms, cases in which English expressions are translated verbatim and cases when words in a recipient language change their meaning due to English influence. This volume offers a multi-layered perspective on how Anglicisms develop and blend into different languages, and readers are presented with a nuanced understanding of contact-induced language change.This book will appeal to students and scholars interested in language contact, World Englishes, language policy and planning, bilingualism, and lexicography.
Anima-Muchotl y los inflables
by C. W. Estes"A Anima-Muchotl le encanta celebrar el Día Bobo del Mar Frío. Tan pronto como se forma el primer cristal de hielo en el agua, la joven axolotl coloca todas las decoraciones navideñas, incluidos sus inflables favoritos. Pero se olvida de atarlos y... ¡ZUUSH! ¡Una corriente arrastra los inflables! ¿Cómo puede Anima estar alegre ahora? ¡Descúbrelo en este libro de capítulos deliciosamente tonto para lectores jóvenes! Cheers-a-Lotl loves celebrating Silly Chilly Sea Day. As soon as the first ice crystal forms in the water, the young axolotl is setting out all the holiday decorations, including her favorite inflatables. But she forgets to tie them down and . . . WHOOSH! A current sweeps the blow-ups away! How can Cheers be jolly now? Find out in this delightfully silly chapter book for young readers!"
Animal Biology and Care
by Emily JewellThe essential companion for animal care and animal management students The Fourth Edition of Animal Biology and Care introduces the biology and care of species that students learning to work with animals will commonly encounter. It has been written in line with course curricula including animal management, animal care and veterinary care assistant qualifications and is divided into logical sections including biology, health, and husbandry. Step-by-step guidance is provided for the common practical procedures carried out in various roles, whilst chapter summaries enable readers to remember key points and objectives. All sections are complemented by visual diagrams, flowcharts and new chapter glossaries to aid in reader comprehension. A companion website features interactive MCQs to help learners test their knowledge. Revised and expanded, the new edition includes updates based on the increase in exotic pets, changes to animal welfare related guidance and legislation, the introduction of Technical (T-Level) Qualifications, and revisions to existing curricula. The author has also included a new chapter on the animal industry, with information on employability skills and potential vocational pathways, for readers to understand the further application of their studies as they embark on their careers in the animal industry. Written by an experienced teacher and examiner, Animal Biology and Care includes information on: Cells and basic tissues, movement of materials in the body, body systems and functions, body areas, and basic geneticsFirst aid, basic bandaging, quarantine and isolation, hospitalization, temperature, pulse, respiration, and administration of pharmaceutical drugsAnimal welfare, disease transmission and control, microbiology, zoonotic diseases, canine and feline diseases, zoonotic diseases, and parasitologyAnimal husbandry, hygiene, nutrition, handling, grooming, and coat care Animal Biology and Care is a foundational text for Level 2 and 3 qualifications in Animal Care and Management. It will also benefit veterinary nursing students seeking to develop their knowledge base.
Animal Economics: Directly and Indirectly Accounting for Animal Welfare
by Nicolas TreichWhy does animal welfare matter? For some, it is because people care about animals; for others, it is because animals themselves are morally relevant. Given the importance of welfare in economics research and the debates around climate change and biodiversity loss, more economists are becoming interested in the economics of animal welfare. Animal Economics provides a general introduction to this new field. It explores the complexity of the behavioral attitude of humans toward animals using behavioral economics and explains how existing economic theory can be applied to understand animal welfare as an externality. Combining theory and empirical research to address key issues in animal welfare, including ethical perspectives, public opinion, market demand, and policy design, this book builds on economics principles to explore how to implement optimal policies that reflect human proanimal concerns and the moral status of animals.
Animal Fact Frenzy!
by Cari MeisterThere’s an ANIMAL FACT FRENZY headed your way! Did you know that hagfish tie themselves in knots to keep from being eaten? Or that there’s an adorable animal that poops 40 times a day? Dozens of bite-size facts are paired with incredible photos, welcoming in even the most reluctant readers. Whether kids are in the mood to browse or to devour a book from cover to cover, they’re sure to learn some fascinating animal facts as they fly through these pages.
Animals at Risk (Wild World)
by Brenna MaloneyDiscover the top 10 animals at risk and learn all about their habitats, diets, and behaviors!Sadly, there are many animals in the world that are at risk of becoming extinct. This means there aren't many of them left. But which animal is the most endangered? Let's count down from 10 to 1 and discover some of the rarest animals in our wild world!ABOUT THIS SERIES:Discover the most unusual creatures in nature with the TOP 10 series! From the most poisonous animals to the furriest, most endangered and loudest, each book will count down from 10 to 1 to find out which animals are the record holders in each category. With big, bold photos on every page, and bursting with fascinating facts, kids will also learn all about where these animals live, what they eat, and how they survive in our wild world!
Animation in Spain: Magic Tricks, Drawings on Cels, and CGI (European Animation)
by Maria Pagès RoviraThis book provides a comprehensive account of Spanish animation history, from its early days through to the arrival of CGI. It examines the two main centers of production, Barcelona and Madrid, as well as evolving animation hubs in the Basque Country and Galicia. This book also pays tribute to the women who were significant to the animation industry and had been invisible for many years, highlighting more recent attempts to achieve equality in the Spanish animation industry thanks to help from the government and women’s associations looking to balance the inequality in this domain. This book will be of great interest to academics, students, and professionals working and researching in the field of animation.
Anne Bonny, Fierce Pirate of the Caribbean
by Jessica GundersonAnne Bonny was not content with leading the demure life expected of ladies in the early 1700s. Instead, she defied her father, left her husband, and joined a pirate crew! Raiding ships in the Caribbean, she made a name for herself as a fierce fighter and became one of the few female pirates known to history. With accessible hi-lo text, dynamic art, and fast-paced storytelling, at-level and struggling readers alike can learn about Anne’s adventures in this graphic novel filled with schemes, plunder, and more.
Anthropologies of Orthodox Christianity: Theology, Politics, Ethics (Orthodox Christianity and Contemporary Thought)
by Candace Lukasik and Sarah Riccardi-SwartzAnthropologically explores the entanglement of theology and politics among contemporary Orthodox Christians Much of the anthropological literature on Christianity tends to concentrate on Protestants and Catholics in the Global South. The contemporary scholarly interest in such communities descends from histories of missionization and colonization of these regions, as well as a sense of their theological kinship with the secularized visions of Western political and social life. Orthodox Christianity, however, has largely been rendered marginal in mainstream anthropological engagement because of its theological and social alterity from such Western anthropological traditions of knowledge production. Because of this, Orthodox Christian lifeworlds in and beyond the academy are created, contested, and transformed in relation to various “others,” whether they be religious, political, secular, or historical, with an eye toward a discursive opposition between modernity and Orthodoxy. Each of the essays in Anthropologies of Orthodox Christianity texture a new trajectory in the study of this religious tradition that take seriously the theopolitical aspects of Orthodox life through anthropological inquiry. The volume engages and moves beyond the tension between populist and institutional framings of religion and critically addresses the ontological gap in both anthropology and theology as social, cultural, and geopolitical interest in Orthodox Christianity continues to expand and grow.
Anthropology and Slavery at the Dawn of White Supremacy: Race and Racism in Western Science and Society, Volume 1
by Michael L. BlakeyThis volume examines biological and cultural data that debunk a primordial basis for racism. It tracks the ancient history of all social inequity to agricultural and feudal societies. The book then focuses on social and ideological developments in European societies associated with religious justifications for the enslavement of "others." The European Enlightenment built upon those prejudices with ideas about nature and acceptable natural causes of unequal social status for people newly classified into biological races. Nineteenth‑century anthropology is critiqued by African diasporic scholars who are the first Americans to argue that nurture rather than nature is responsible for human variation. The American Civil War brought slavery nearly to an end, but racist science continued to grow as "eugenics" applied to justify otherwise unjustifiable structures of human inequality (such as Jim Crow segregation) as though they are morally sound. In constructing this historical and sociological counternarrative, the author provides a critical new social history that illuminates a tangled and turgid past for contemporary readers, students, and researchers with vital insights for anthropology, sociology, history, cultural studies, philosophy, and American studies.
Anti-Oppressive Universal Design for Teachers: Building Equitable Classrooms (Equity and Social Justice in Education Series)
by Diana MaAnti-Oppressive Universal Design for Teachers: Building Equitable Classrooms provides a student-centered, culturally responsive blueprint for building sustainable and just educational practices. Marginalized students face complex educational barriers, and undoing educational injustice requires intentional practices designed to be explicitly anti-oppressive. Yet schools continue to adopt trendy “one size fits all” practices that benefit only some. This is not equity.Author Diana Ma presents a framework that takes the principles of equity and humanizing pedagogy from anti-oppressive theories and the principles of multiplicity and flexible design from Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Together, these principles form a framework designed to dismantle specific systemic oppression. The Anti-Oppressive Universal Design framework is designed for educators who want to build practices that work for all students.The book’s flexible design tools will help teachers create anti-oppressive and equitable education that frees students to be their full authentic selves in the classroom. In addition, there are classroom strategies and stories to show how this model benefits both students and teachers, providing sustainable alternatives to prescriptive practices.
Anti-disturbance Intrusion- and Fault-Tolerant Control of Multi-agent Systems
by Lei Guo Xiang-Gui Guo Jian-Liang Wang Pei-Ming Liu Dong-Yu ZhangThis book focuses on anti-disturbance intrusion- and fault-tolerant consensus control for MASs. The main feature of this book is the successful introduction of event-triggered distributed adaptive feedback control methodology, observer technology, and sliding mode technology to solve the problem of anti-disturbance, intrusion-tolerant, and fault-tolerant control of MAS. Meanwhile, pinning control strategies are proposed to realize the cluster consensus control of MAS. In addition, based on the Nussbaum function, the fault-tolerant control problems of different types of MASs subjected to time-varying unknown nonidentical direction (TVUND) faults are investigated. This book provides a coherent approach and contains valuable reference materials for researchers who wish to explore the area of MAS. Researchers, graduate students, and engineers in the fields of electrical engineering, control engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, and others will benefit from this book.
Anticolonialism, Ontology, and Semiotics: A Cinematic Exploration (Routledge Focus on Film Studies)
by Patrick D. AndersonAnticolonialism, Ontology, and Semiotics places anticolonial theory, semiotic analysis, and contemporary Hollywood film into conversation. Synthesizing Algirdas Greimas’ semiotic square with the theories of anticolonial philosophers like Frantz Fanon, Eldridge Cleaver, and Sylvia Wynter, Anderson reconstructs an anticolonial social ontology for use as a method of film analysis. Using this ontology to interpret a wide range of films, the book defies the assumptions and challenges the conclusions of postcolonial and intersectional approaches. Reaching beyond the application of anticolonial theory for the purpose of film criticism, the book uses theory to interpret film while using film to illustrate and interpret theory. Along the way, readers are challenged to reconsider class, race, gender, sexuality, violence, and liberation not only in the cinematic world but also in the worlds we all inhabit.This concise yet broad-reaching work will interest scholars and students of film studies, film philosophy, anticolonialism and postcolonialism, race and gender studies.
Antimicrobials in Animal Husbandry (Current Trends in Antimicrobial Research)
by Ram Prasad Arti GuptaUsing antibiotics to promote growth, increase feed efficiency, and reduce mortality in indoor poultry farming is unsustainable and has been implicated in increased antibiotic resistance in humans. The use of antibiotics in food-producing animals is recognized as favoring the development of antibiotic resistance, and the ongoing emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria is a public health issue of increasing concern. The concern is that current life-saving antibiotics are becoming less effective. The requirement is for more toxic and costly antibiotics, reducing the available alternatives. Antibiotic use is significant in the emerging public health crisis of antibiotic resistance. Although most antibiotic use occurs in agricultural settings, relatively little attention has been paid to how antibiotic use in farm animals contributes to the overall problem of antibiotic resistance. The global spread of antimicrobial-resistant pathogenic bacteria is a continuing challenge to the healthcare of humans and domesticated animals.This book discusses antimicrobial resistance mechanisms relevant to food-producing animals. Students, researchers, scientists, environmentalists, veterinary practitioners, academicians, stakeholders, and policymakers can benefit from using Antimicrobials in Animal Husbandry as a resource that addresses microbial biotechnology, microbiology, toxicology, and all disciplines related to antimicrobial research.Features of the book: Covers antimicrobial resistance in animal husbandry with up-to-date research Describes the public health impact of the use of antibiotics in animal husbandry Includes recent references on each plausible antimicrobial resistance in human and animal health Describes the impact of improper use of antimicrobials on animal production Develops strategies for alternatives to antimicrobial application in food animals Aims to minimize the health-related problems of consumers resulting from antimicrobial residues in food-producing animals
Antiviral Secrets of Medicinal Plants
by Deepu Pandita Anu PanditaPlant-based therapies are in tune with nature and have relatively little or no side effects. World Health Organisation (WHO) is a strong advocate of herbal inputs in modern systems of medicine. This book contains detailed descriptions of 23 medicinal plants with antiviral properties. The molecules from these plants are known to be effective against viruses. For instance, alkaloids like perivine, pericalline, periformyline, leurocristine, leurosivine, vincaleukoblastine, perividine, vindolinine, and carosine derived from Catharanthus roseus, are effective against viruses like herpes simplex virus type 1, vaccinia virus, poliovirus, and dengue virus type 2 (DENV-2). Large amounts of pentacyclic triterpenoid saponins, also referred as centelloids, are present in C. asiatica. Asiaticoside, centelloside, madecassoside, brahmoside, brahminoside, thankuniside, sceffoleoside, centellose, asiatic-, brahmic-, centellic-, and madecassic acids are some of the terpenoids of this group. Studies show the effectiveness of asiatic acid and their derivatives against the inhibition of human enterovirus 71 replication and anti-HSV-1 and 2 activity of Centella asiatica is because of the asiaticoside.The book is intended for botanists, biotechnologists, healthcare professionals and general readers interested in enhancing their knowledge on natural plant-based sources of antiviral compounds.
Anti–Racist Practices in K–12 Schools and Systems: Voices from Justice–Seeking Leaders
by Phelton C. MossAnti-Racist Practices in K-12 Schools and Systems equips aspiring school and systems leaders with the necessary tools to disrupt oppressive systems and foster inclusivity within schools and classrooms. Bringing together voices of educators who have worked tirelessly to promote equity and excellence in America’s schools, this book provides a wealth of impactful anti-racist, justice-seeking strategies and frameworks. Grounded in both research and lived experience, these actionable tools are informed by historical, socio-political, geographical, and educational realities, guiding readers to create more inclusive and just learning environments. A must-read for aspiring and practicing leaders who are keen to incorporate racially just educational practices into effective school leadership and engage in change for all their students.
Apartheid and Fragmented Protest in Contemporary Southern Africa: Life Goes On (Routledge Contemporary Africa)
by Cuthbeth TagwireiApartheid and Fragmented Protest in Contemporary Southern Africa examines protest movements through the lens of Apartheid Studies, the first general theory of apartheid which explores how oppression, harm, injustice, poverty, loss, and inequality persist.The book argues that apartheid, which breaks the world of the oppressed into fragments, fomenting diverse experiences of oppression among its victims, frames the nature and course of protests by making them subject to its fragmentation. Protest is thus redefined as good neighbourly and demoted on account of its symbiotic relationship to apartheid. It is observed that the proliferation of protests does not preclude the persistence of apartheid. Rather, protest and apartheid are seen to be compatible. By examining protest hashtags on X from South Africa and Zimbabwe, the book explores and identifies the forms, relations, meanings, trajectories, and effects protests take, evoke, and embody as fragments subsisting in a fractured apartheid universe. It demonstrates how and why life goes on amidst protest, sheds light on the contradictions, paradoxes and complexities that characterise protest movements and invites conversations around protest as a paradigm in the context of apartheid.The book will be of interest to researchers across the fields of social movements, protests, sociology, African Studies, and communication and media studies.
Apollo-Class Targeting and Guidance for Lunar Powered Descent and Precision Landing (Springer Aerospace Technology)
by Robert H. Bishop Dilmurat M. AzimovThis book explores the reconstruction, extension, and enhancement of the Apollo targeting and guidance algorithms, integrating original guidance concepts with new analytical solutions. It details the Apollo ground-based and on-board algorithms, their iterative targeting procedures, and their performance in post-flight mission reconstructions. The book further introduces advanced real-time targeting methods that improve landing accuracy and autonomy, supporting future robotic and human lunar landing missions. By eliminating iterative computations, these solutions enable real-time re-targeting during powered descent, ensuring safer and more precise landings. This work bridges past Apollo-era methods with modern advancements, making it essential for undergraduate and graduate students, aerospace engineers, researchers, and mission designers.
Apomixis: Methods and Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology #2987)
by Tatyana Radoeva Peter J. van DijkThis volume explores the latest research techniques (and reviews) used to study apomixis model species. The chapters in this book are organized into six parts: Part One introduces gametophytic apomixis, and Part Two focuses on the detection and characterization of apomixis. Part Three talks about transcriptomic profiling of apomictic and sexual species, and Part Four covers genetic analysis of apomixis. Part Five is dedicated to research on model apomictic systems such as dandelion (Taraxacum), Pilosella, Boechera, and Cenchrus (Pennisetum), and the final Part Six looks at protocols for engineering either individual components of apomixis, such as apomeiosis or a complete synthetic apomixis system. Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series format, chapters include introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, readily reproducible laboratory protocols, and tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls.Cutting-edge and comprehensive, Apomixis: Methods and Protocols is a valuable reference for studying apomixis, and serves as an inspiration and foundation for designing new approaches and achieving significant breakthroughs in the field.Chapter 17 is available Open Access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.
Application of Eco-Friendly Exogenous Elicitors and Metabolic Dissection for Crop Improvement
by Aryadeep Roychoudhury Krishnendu Acharya Nilanjan ChakrabortyDue to the alarming increase in human population and global food demand, farmers are looking for a better option that can provide them huge benefits within a short period of time. The use of chemical pesticides, fungicides, or other chemical fertilizers altogether causes a huge adverse impact on the environment. Using environmentally safe elicitor molecules can solve this problem in two ways. First, their application is a cost-effective process, which can provide maximum benefit to the farmers. Second, they are safe to apply directly to the environment.Key features of the book:1) It covers a vast area of research undertaken on elicitation processes.2) It comprises both biotic and abiotic stress tolerance through elicitation.3) It highlights a low-cost technology for adoption in future for larger benefits for a better future.4) Omics approaches are highlighted.5) The chapters are supported by sufficient illustrations.This book comprises aspects of elicitation or elicitor-mediated research undertaken so far, to provide a direction toward a chemical-hazard-free world without compromising the yield and market value of the plant-based products. This book aims to guide students at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels as well as researchers, academicians and other industry professionals.
Applications and Usability of Interactive TV: 13th Iberoamerican Conference, jAUTI 2024, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, November 13–15, 2024, Revised Selected Papers (Communications in Computer and Information Science #2514)
by María José Abásolo Gonzalo F. Olmedo Cifuentes Carlos De Castro LozanoThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 13th Iberoamerican Conference on Applications and Usability of Interactive TV, jAUTI 2024, held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, during November 13–15, 2024. The 10 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 27 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: Technologies, services, and applications for digital TV; e-Health and e-Accesibility in the TV ecosystem; e-Socialization and e-Community; and Artificial Intelligence in Ethical Governance and Health.
Applications of AI in Smart Technologies and Manufacturing: Volume 1
by M. Adam Khan S. P. JaniApplications of AI in Smart Technologies and Manufacturing presents a rich repository of groundbreaking research in emerging engineering domains. With contributions from eminent educators, industrialists, scientists and researchers, this book highlights the transformative role of AI and smart technologies in enhancing community welfare and shaping the future of manufacturing and engineering practices.This title comprises a selection of papers that reflect a global exchange of ideas in digital manufacturing, advanced machining processes, bioengineering, tribology, smart materials, IoT applications, energy storage, smart cities, robotics, and AI applications in healthcare. With special emphasis on optimization algorithms, virtual and augmented reality in automation, and smart energy technologies, this volume delves into ways in which rapid technological advancements are breaking traditional barriers in education, research, and industrial applications.This is a resourceful guide for researchers, academicians, engineers, industrial practitioners, and graduate students in the domains of mechanical engineering, smart technologies, artificial intelligence, and automation. It is also highly relevant to decision-makers and R&D professionals focused on applying AI and smart solutions to achieve sustainable innovation in engineering and technology.