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Compressible Flow: A Straightforward Approach with Practical Applications Including Pipeline Flow
by Nuggenhalli S. NandagopalThis book focuses on the foundations of compressible flow, illustrating the use of principles of thermodynamics and fluid dynamics in the development of compressible flow equations. It presents the topics in an organized manner facilitating natural, logical flow of the subject matter. All the relevant equations are derived rigorously using basic mathematics and mass, momentum, and energy conservation principles; that is, continuity, momentum and energy equations. The applications of compressible flow equations are illustrated using numerous example and practice problems. The topics covered include Mach number, isentropic flow, stagnation-static relationships, compressible flow tables for air, compressible flow measurements, Pitot Tube, Pitot Static Tube, Rayleigh-Pitot Equation, compressible flow with area changes, sonic flow, sonic area, sonic relationships, shock waves, shock wave relationships, normal shock waves in nozzles, moving shock waves with applications to sudden opening and closing of valves, oblique shock waves and Prandtl-Meyer expansion waves, compressible flow through ducts and pipes, adiabatic compressible flow with friction loss, Fanno Flow, compressible flow with heat transfer, Rayleigh Flow, and isothermal compressible flow through pipelines. A unique feature of this book is that it presents novel methods to solve compressible flow problems through extensive use of spreadsheets. The spreadsheet-based solution methods presented in this book eliminates the need for cumbersome trial and error procedures and they can be used in solving a great variety of problems just by suitably changing the required inputs. This book also presents a ground-breaking, rigorous approach to solving gas flow problems in pipelines through the use of appropriate generalized compressibility factors and friction factors, dispelling the wide range of results that one can possibly obtain from approaches such as Weymouth and Panhandle equations. Includes 85+ Illustrative example problems and 40+ practice problems, both with detailed solutions (in both S I and US Customary units) Presents rigorous derivations of all relevant equations using fundamental mathematics and relevant physical principles Explains concepts in an accessible and thorough manner with practical applications that readers can easily understand Extensive use of spreadsheets in solving compressible flow problems
Knowledge Management: Value Creation Through Organizational Learning (Springer Texts in Business and Economics)
by Klaus North Gita KumtaThis textbook on knowledge management draws on the authors&’ more than thirty years of research, teaching, and consulting experience. The first edition of this book brought together European, Asian, and American perspectives on knowledge-based value creation; The second edition included digital transformation's impact on knowledge work and management. This third edition features substantial updates to all chapters, reflecting the implications of digital technology on knowledge work and knowledge management with special reference to Artificial Intelligence. In particular, it addresses three new topics: blending human and machine intelligence, critical thinking, and ethical use of knowledge, and managing knowledge for sustainable development. The book is intended not only for academic education but also as an essential guide for managers, consultants, trainers, coaches, and all those engaged in business, public administration, or non-profit work who are interested in learning about organizations in a knowledge economy. Given its wealth of case studies, examples, questions, exercises, and easy-to-use knowledge management tools, it offers a true compendium for understanding and implementing knowledge management initiatives.
Inside the Sustainable Development Goals: From Fighting Poverty to Saving the World (Routledge Studies in Sustainable Development)
by Adele OroszThe Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) came with bold promises: ending poverty, saving the planet, and making this world a better place by 2030. But being in the second halftime, there is too little progress and too many setbacks. Drawing on the expertise of an author who has been actively involved in negotiating and later implementing the SDGs, this book offers a unique insider view into the behind-the-scenes processes. It relates the SDGs and their aims of fighting poverty and achieving sustainability to the bigger picture of politics, economics, and vested interests, breaking down dependencies and alliances, expectations and motives. It uncovers and dissects the politics and interests that shaped the SDGs from the very beginning, as well as the drivers behind propelling or curtailing sustainable development.This book is an indispensable and comprehensive guide to the SDGs. It outlines where they came from, how they are being implemented, the main lessons learned so far, and what to conclude for the years ahead. As the deadline of 2030 is close, and discussions about what should come after the SDGs are imminent, this book is among the first to draw conclusions for the post-2030 era, what to expect, and what to demand from a potential successor agenda.This book addresses policymakers, practitioners, researchers, and students alike, as well as anyone interested in poverty, environment, and sustainability. Written in a highly accessible style, this book also breaks down the United Nations and its processes and institutions, how they are enabling but also limiting the SDGs and the sustainability agenda in general.
Museums and Digital Confidence: Organisation, Collection, Interface (Critical Perspectives on Museums and Digital Technology)
by Ross Parry Vince Dziekan Karin De WildMuseums and Digital Confidence explores the evolving nature of digital practices in museums. It interrogates the skills, literacies, and mindsets that can support the use of digital technologies within these institutions. It also reflects on why digital adoption has faltered (at times), why digital continues to matter, and how the digital museum may flourish into the future.Underscored by national and international research, this edited volume brings together leading experts from museology, museum management and curation, organisational studies, and cultural policy to outline a new framing of museum digital confidence. It does so by offering a series of critically engaged perspectives derived from a range of practices that reveal how museums have managed to successfully re-orient themselves in order to not only face but also embrace the ongoing challenges presented by the highly interconnected, media-pervasive, and technologised world to which contemporary museums must continually adapt. This book presents a set of ‘framings’ to help museums clarify how they can work purposefully, productively, and sustainably with digital at an organisational level, in terms of managing collections, and through curating public-facing exhibitions and programmes.Museums and Digital Confidence shares insights that will be essential reading for students, researchers, and museum practitioners who are interested in better understanding – and acting upon – the digital transformation of museums.
Intersectional Perspectives on Equality and Social Justice in Norwegian Higher Education (Routledge Research in Higher Education)
by Vander TavaresHighlighting how systemic inequities in Norwegian higher education are perpetuated through colonial legacies, monocultures of knowledge, and a lack of critical engagement, this book offers an intersectional analysis that identifies issues and complexities in the domains of pedagogy, epistemology, research, curriculum, and support services.Foregrounding the voices of researchers, teacher educators, and student teachers through a variety of methodological approaches, the volume examines and critiques interconnected barriers rooted in experiences and ideologies of class, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, body, language, literacy, and religion that marginalize students and scholars, particularly those with multiple minority identities. Chapters identify persistent gaps in policy and practice in the experiences of students and scholars, including those from the Global South, despite growing equity, diversity, and inclusion mandates and discourses promoted by Norwegian higher education. To address such challenges, this volume advocates for decolonization, pluriversality, and systemic changes in higher education and academic practices through intersectionality to create a more inclusive and equitable higher education landscape.Advocating for the need to ethically humanize, diversify and decolonize Norwegian higher education, this book will be of interest to researchers, scholars and postgraduate students in the fields of higher education, multicultural education, and sociology of education. Policymakers and administrators may also benefit from the volume.
Next-Generation Artificial Intelligence Driven Smart and Renewable Energy (Intelligent Data-Driven Systems and Artificial Intelligence)
by Provas Kumar Roy Sunanda Hazra Chandan PaulTo provide for a sustainable future, the potential synergies at the dynamic intersection of renewable energy (RE) incorporated with smart energy and artificial intelligence (AI) must be exploited. RE is crucial to preserve the environment. Energy involving various systems must be optimized and assessed to provide better performance. However, the design and development of RE systems remains a challenge. Advanced optimization techniques, AI, and machine learning (ML) plays a crucial role in implementing the latest innovative research in the field of renewable energy-integrated electrical systems. This book also describes the practical challenges encountered, and the solutions and future scope to be adopted. Applications of a variety of advanced optimization and AI techniques in the design and development of RE-integrated systems are discussed to provide new solutions in the RE domain.Key features: Discusses modern modeling/control approaches for improving renewable energy integrating artificial intelligence-driven power systems Describes the principles and methods of renewable energy generation technologies, and an analysis of their implementation, management, and optimization, and related economic advantages Presents critical information on the technological design and policy issues that must be taken into considered while implementing a smart grid Explains of the metaheuristic optimization algorithm for complex electrical systems, and the whale optimization algorithm-based multi-objective hydrothermal scheduling Covers the electric vehicle charging station in the distribution network, and transient stability constraint optimal power flow problem using chaotic quasi-oppositional chemical reaction optimization The topics covered including microgrids, wind power, solar photo voltaic (PV), optimal power flow (OPF), grid connected inverter, electric vehicle, combined heat and power economic dispatch, FACTS tools for smart energy, harmonic impedance of a salient pole synchronous generator (HI), maximum power point tracking (MPPT) and advanced optimization techniques. Next Generation Artificial Intelligence-Driven Smart and Renewable Energy is ideal for academicians, practitioners, teachers, engineers, industry professionals, researchers, and students in diverse fields, including electrical engineering, electronics and communications engineering, energy, and environmental engineering.
Optimizing Smart and Sustainable Agriculture for Sustainability (Future Generation Information Systems)
by Joel J. P. C. Rodrigues Ankita Bansal Abha Jain Biswaranjan Acharya Rachna JainThis reference text addresses the importance of smart crop management for increasing yield and presents a framework for smart monitoring and regulation of crop observation. Further, it comprehensively covers important topics such as spatial decision support systems for precision farming, swarm intelligence in the optimal management of aquaculture farms, and intelligent harvesting algorithms for improving productivity.This book:• Presents meta-heuristic algorithms for optimization, economic crop planning, and use of effective water resource management.• Discusses spatial decision support systems for crop productivity management, watershed management, and precision farming.• Illustrates swarm intelligence-based optimization techniques, data mining, and machine learning methods for aquaculture operations.• Highlights artificial intelligence and machine learning-based harvesting algorithms for improving productivity.• Explains the use of green Internet of Things security solutions for agriculture, plant condition management, and greenhouse simulation.It is primarily written for graduate students and academic researchers in the fields of electrical engineering, electronics and communication engineering, computer science and engineering, agricultural science, and information technology.
Systematic Security: A CISO’s Playbook
by Timur QaderIn today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, safeguarding critical data and systems has never been more vital—or more challenging. Systematic Security: A CISO’s Playbook by Timur Qader offers a groundbreaking guide to building a resilient and scalable security practice from the ground up. Blending real-world experience with practical insights, this book lays out a phased approach to security implementation.Timur begins with describing the current state of security and the landscape security professionals find themselves in that offer both opportunity and risk. He goes on to systematically address strategic design, operational efficiency, risk-based modeling, and a rapidly growing regulatory landscape. This essential resource provides step-by-step strategies for implementing a comprehensive security framework. Whether you're launching a new security program or transforming an existing one, this book delivers actionable insights on governance, compliance, and advanced security operations.Drawing on years of hands-on experience, Timur shares practical advice on: Establishing a structured roadmap with clear milestones and deliverables. Building effective governance and compliance teams to address evolving regulations. Developing security operations through advanced techniques like Zero Trust and Data Protection Capabilities. Navigating complex relationships with stakeholders, executives, and regulators. Creating metrics and scorecards to measure and continuously improve security posture. More than just a technical manual, Systematic Security is a leadership toolkit for today’s security executives. It highlights the mindset, collaboration, and communication skills needed to succeed in high-pressure environments. With tips on presenting to boards, handling audits, and managing compliance, this book prepares readers for the challenges of modern cybersecurity leadership.Whether you’re an aspiring CISO, a security professional, or a business leader looking to fortify your organization’s defenses, Systematic Security delivers the strategies and tools to create lasting security excellence.Timur Qader’s candid, experience-driven approach ensures this book is not just informative but indispensable for anyone serious about protecting data, systems, and reputations in a world of escalating security threats.Prepare to lead with confidence, foster innovation, and build a future-proof security strategy that aligns with organizational goals and industry best practices. With Systematic Security, success isn’t just a possibility—it’s a repeatable process.
Milestones in Queer US Theatre (Milestones)
by Dennis SloanThis introduction to queer theatre and performance in the United States explores the pioneering artists that have shaped this ever-changing field across the past two centuries, through ten key moments and movements.Designed for weekly use in queer and LGBTQ+ theatre courses, the ten chosen milestones move chronologically from nineteenth century shifts in the understanding of homosexuality through the queer postmodernist avant-garde to the rise of intersectionality and recognition of trans identities. This clear, dynamic framework uses ‘queer’ as a flexible and intersectional term, addressing sexualities and sexual identities, the people and groups who claim them, and the practices that challenge heteronormative structures.Milestones are a range of accessible textbooks, breaking down the need-to-know moments in the social, cultural, political, and artistic development of foundational subject areas.
The Trap
by Alex RoseA family held hostage. A prison escape. A deadly game of survival. The author of The Pact delivers a pulse-pounding home invasion thriller. Emma thought a secluded country cottage would be the perfect break for her family. But their peaceful retreat is shattered when two masked men break in, turning the holiday into a waking nightmare. Calling themselves Jekyll and Hyde, the intruders are no ordinary criminals. They don&’t want money. They want control. And they&’ve devised a sinister plan that will force Emma and her husband Joel to make unthinkable choices—ones that could destroy their family from the inside out. Joel, a bank manager, is sent to rob his own bank. But the real target is Emma, a prison governor with dangerous connections. When the kidnappers force her to help a notorious inmate escape, the stakes turn deadly. One wrong move could cost Emma not only her freedom, but the lives of her husband and daughter. As the plan spirals out of control, alliances shift, and trust is shattered. Jekyll and Hyde&’s motivations run deep and someone close to Emma is hiding a dangerous secret. With time running out, Emma must outsmart the criminals and protect her family—even if it means sacrificing everything.Dark, gritty, and utterly addictive, The Trap will keep you breathless until the final page.
Computational Science – ICCS 2025 Workshops: 25th International Conference, Singapore, Singapore, July 7–9, 2025, Proceedings, Part I (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #15907)
by Yongjie Jessica Zhang Maciej Paszynski Amanda S. BarnardThe 6-volume set constitutes the workshop proceedings of the 25th International Conference on Computational Science, ICCS 2025, which took place in Singapore, Singapore, during July 7–9, 2025. The 137 full papers and 32 short papers presented in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 322 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: Volume I: Advances in high-performance computational earth sciences: numerical methods, frameworks & applications; artificial intelligence approaches for network analysis; artificial intelligence and high-performance computing for advanced simulations; and biomedical and bioinformatics challenges for computer science. Volume II: Computational health; computational modeling and artificial intelligence for social systems; and computational optimization, modelling and simulation. Volume III: Computational science and AI for addressing complex and dynamic societal challenges equitably; computer graphics, image processing and artificial intelligence; computing and data science for materials discovery and design; and large language models and intelligent decision-making within the digital economy. Volume IV: Machine learning and data assimilation for dynamical systems; and multi-criteria decision-making: methods, applications, and innovations. Volume V: (Credible) Multiscale modelling and simulation; numerical algorithms and computer arithmetic for computational science; quantum computing; retrieval-augmented generation; and simulations of flow and transport: modeling, algorithms and computation. Volume VI: Smart systems: bringing together computer vision, sensor networks and artificial intelligence; solving problems with uncertainty; and teaching computational science.
Chaplains of the King in the Colonial Philippines: Archbishoprics and Unstable Authority, 1595-1653
by Alexandre Coello de la RosaThe first of two volumes on the archbishops and cathedral chapters of seventeenth-century Manila, this book fills a historiographical gap by examining the diocesan clergy of the Philippines&’ political maneuverings. In particular, this volume studies the archbishops&’ unstable authority and ecclesiastical chapters&’ preeminence at this time. First, it emphasizes the need for a new paradigm of conflict-ridden Catholic evangelization—ius predicandi—that explores the interactions and engagements of the Church&’s legal agents, mainly priests, canons, and bishops, and brings their rivalries to the fore. Second, it draws attention to one of the most neglected topics in Philippine ecclesiastical history, namely the metropolitan cathedral chapters, which, far from being monolithic units at the service of their archbishops, were too highly fragmented to constitute a single power holder. This volume&’s examination of these power dynamics makes it clear that history of the colonial Catholic Church cannot be separated from political history of the Philippines.
Geology of the Cauvery Basin in South India
by Sreepat Jain Nivedita ChakrabortyThe Cauvery Basin is one of the most widely known and geologically important basins of India, and it has been for decades, and still is, the focus of study for both national and international researchers. This book is an up-to-date multidisciplinary collection of studies addressing various aspects of the Cauvery Basin from topics on stratigraphy, sedimentation, and climatic oscillations to structure, tectonics, and a hydrocarbon perspective, to paleoecology, paleobiogeography, and paleobiota. This comprehensive synthesis with recent studies and data will immensely help postgraduate students, researchers, and industry professionals interested in the geology of the Cauvery Basin.Features Offers a complete panorama of the geology of the Cauvery Basin, the first book of its kind. Provides a multidisciplinary approach to the Cretaceous–Paleogene geology of the Cauvery Basin. Emphasizes the structure, tectonics, and hydrocarbon perspective of the Cretaceous–Paleogene deposits of the Cauvery Basin. Includes comprehensive information on the stratigraphy, sedimentation history, and paleoclimatic conditions of the Cretaceous sequence of the Cauvery Basin. Introduces advanced knowledge of the paleobiogeography and biotic assemblage or flora and fauna of the Cretaceous–Paleogene succession of the Cauvery Basin. Is useful as a field guide with an up-to-date bibliography of the Cretaceous rocks of the Cauvery Basin. This book serves as an insightful reference for academics, undergraduate students, and research professionals involved in geology, earth sciences, and envrionmental sciences.
Beyond the T-Test
by Scott A. PardoThis book was inspired by years of questions asked by non-statistical professionals, from social scientists, public policy analysts, regulatory affairs specialists, engineers, and physical scientists. It provides them with both an intuitive explanation of many common statistical methods and enough mathematical background to help them justify those methods to others, such as regulatory agencies. It provides an introduction to commonly used methods that are not covered in a first elementary statistics course, such as partial least squares, MCMC, and neural networks. It also provides R code for making all the computations described in the text. As a textbook, it could be used as a second course in statistics for non-statisticians, in fields such as social sciences, public policy, engineering, chemistry, and physics. Many first-year graduate students have had an elementary statistics course, but were not exposed to enough of the mathematics to justify the application of those methods. Furthermore, they often encounter methods and concepts not touched upon in their first statistics course. This book provides the tools required to give a deeper understanding of statistical methods without being all about theorems and proofs.
Information Processing and Network Provisioning: Third International Conference, ICIPNP 2024 Spring, Beijing, China, June 14–16, 2024, Proceedings, Part IV (Communications in Computer and Information Science #2419)
by Xuesong Qiu Michel Kadoch Mohamed CherietThe four-volume set CCIS 2416, 2417, 2418 & 2419 constitutes the refereed post-conference proceedings of the Third International Conference on Information Processing and Network Provisioning, ICIPNP 2024 Spring, held in Beijing, China, during June 14–16, 2024. The 152 revised full papers presented in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 347 submissions. They focus on topics ranging from 5G/6G evolution and AI in network optimization to quantum communication and green computing.
Independent Content Creators Online: Transmedia, Crossovers, and Millennial Culture in Israel
by Ido RosenThis book analyses popular works by the first generation of Israeli independent content creators who gained their reputation by achieving viral success on social media. Some of them paved their way from the web to mainstream culture, yet so far, their fascinating innovations have not been researched. This pioneering book makes an important advancement in filling this gap, by discussing cross-over and transnationalism. It addresses, among others, issues of temporality, ideology, ontology, aesthetics, industry and commerce, humor, and stardom.
India's Public Finance and Policy Challenges in the 2020s (India Studies in Business and Economics)
by K. R. ShanmugamThis book extensively examines various contemporary public finance themes of India, namely fiscal policy and macro economy, public expenditure policy, tax policy, fiscal transfers policy, public debt policy and fiscal imbalance, and environment and climate finance policies. It has three to five chapters devoted to each of these broad themes, with the contributors being eminent economists from the region. While the topics are specific to Indian public finance, they are relevant to global audience to understand about Indian public finance themes and make a comparison with public finance in other countries. The findings and suggestions given in each chapter are based on the latest data, using current methodologies, and are relevant to the times. The book serves as an excellent reference for students in economics, public finance, political science and management, and a valuable tool for professionals such as policymakers, fiscal analysts, and other stakeholders in the areas of global economics and public and finance, in general, and India in particular.
Spatial-Temporal Evolution of Mining-Induced Rock Damage and Ground Control of Roadways
by Jian Tao Yujing Jiang Zhijie Wen Zhenqi Song Yujun ZuoThis open access book presents the Coal remains the primary energy source in China, with an estimated total coal reserve of 59 trillion tons at depths of less than 2000 meters. Among these, over 50% lie at depths exceeding 1000 meters, primarily distributed in central and eastern China. Deep coal mining has become the new norm for the coal industry&’s development and resource exploitation. To ensure energy supply for the rapid economic development of central and eastern regions, mining coal resources from depths of over 1000 meters is inevitable. This endeavor holds significant strategic importance for safeguarding national energy security and supporting regional economic growth. However, mining-induced hazards, such as rock bursts, water inrushes, and roof collapses, continue to occur frequently in both local and state-owned coal mines. These incidents pose severe threats to the safety of coal production, tarnish the reputation of China's mining industry, and hinder its development. Therefore, advancing mining engineering—especially the theories of major accident prediction and control—is essential. A deeper understanding of the dynamic processes underlying mining-induced pressure and strata movement is necessary. Promoting safe and efficient coal mining through informed decision-making and management supported by scientific, quantitative methods is a critical and urgent task. Achieving informatization, intelligence, and visualization in mining operations will be key to fundamentally addressing the current safety challenges in China's mining industry. In recent years, the author and their team have conducted in-depth studies on models of dynamic disasters and surrounding rock control in deep mines, supported by projects under the National Basic Research Program (973 Program), the National Key R&D Program, as well as talent and general research funds and specialized consultancy projects from the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The main research focuses include constructing spatial structural models of overlying strata in mining areas, analyzing the spatiotemporal evolution of mining-induced stress, and developing proactive control technologies for dynamic disasters in mining areas. This book aims to provide foundational insights into the occurrence and control of major mining accidents. It proposes a decision-making framework for predicting and managing such disasters by controlling the movement of surrounding rock and stress conditions induced by mining. These efforts are expected to provide a reference for advancing research in related fields.
Selected Articles from the 8th International Conference on Architecture and Civil Engineering: ICACE 2024, 12-13 December, Penang, Malaysia (Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering #635)
by Mokhtar Awang Lin Yola Elham Maghsoudi Nia Mohamad Ferdaus Noor Aulady Marina TraykovaThis book highlights the latest research developments in civil engineering and architectural materials, reflecting the innovative works presented at the 8th International Conference on Architecture and Civil Engineering, and Technology (ICACE 2024) held on 12-13 December at Parkroyal Hotel Penang, Malaysia. It provides an opportunity to explore cutting-edge findings and advancements that are shaping the future of these fields. By bringing together experts and scholars from around the world, ICACE 2024 aims to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing, contributing to the ongoing evolution of architecture and civil engineering.
Advanced Computing: 14th International Conference, IACC 2024, Bali, Indonesia, December 13–14, 2024, Revised Selected Papers (Communications in Computer and Information Science #2434)
by Vishnu Pendyala Deepak Garg Suneet Kumar Gupta Mohammad NajafzadehThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 14th International Conference on Advanced Computing, IACC 2024, held in Bali, Indonesia, during December 13–14, 2024. The 17 full papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 89 submissions. They focus on topics such as: Advancements in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning; Applications of Large Language Models; AI in Healthcare and Medical Imaging; AI for Disaster Management and Renewable Energy and Challenges and Ethical Considerations in AI.
Connecting Science Education with Cultural Heritage: Selected Papers from the ESERA 2023 Conference (Contributions from Science Education Research #15)
by Gultekin Cakmakci Mehmet Fatih TasarThis edited volume presents groundbreaking research in science education, focusing on the intersection of science and cultural heritage. Showcasing 23 high-quality studies, it draws from presentations at the 15th Biennial ESERA Conference held in Cappadocia, Türkiye, organized by Hacettepe University, Gazi University, and Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University. Under the theme "Connecting Science Education with Cultural Heritage," the chapters offer fresh perspectives on advancing science education literature from diverse viewpoints. With contributions spanning continents, this book delivers an exceptional collection of international studies featuring original and rigorous methodologies. Scholars and researchers in science education will find this compilation an invaluable resource, making it a vital addition to academic libraries worldwide.
Disaster Prevention and Mitigation of Infrastructure: Proceedings of The 10th International Conference on Hydraulic and Civil Engineering and Engineering Safety and Disaster Prevention Forum (Sustainable Civil Infrastructures)
by Lei Zhang Peng Zhang Jianwei Zhang Rui Pang Hui QianThis book is a comprehensive and in-depth research work that delves into the critical area of disaster prevention and mitigation strategies for infrastructure. It provides a wide range of sectors, including water conservancy, bridges, roads, tunnels, and power infrastructure, providing a holistic view of the challenges and solutions in ensuring the resilience and safety of these essential facilities. This book, divided into eight sections, systematically explores infrastructure dimensions from design to material research. Initial sections establish safe design and disaster prevention principles, emphasizing durable infrastructure. Practical strategies for construction quality are provided through project analysis. The middle sections delve into concrete materials and structures, detailing performance characteristics and mix optimization, crucial for engineers. The concluding sections focus on water conservancy, highlighting its role in disaster prevention and the benefits of integrating advanced technologies for project development and management. The book is not only a valuable resource for academic researchers but also a practical guide for engineering technicians and professionals in the field. For scholars and practitioners engaged in related research and development, this book is an indispensable addition to their reference library, providing a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the latest trends and technologies in infrastructure disaster prevention and mitigation.
Diversity, Gender Equity and Inclusion in Critical Care and Perioperative Medicine: A New Guidance for Team Excellence
by Vojislava Neskovic Francesca RubulottaThis book highlights the disparity between the growing number of women entering medical school and their underrepresentation in leadership roles within Critical Care and perioperative medicine. Despite numerous reviews and reports on gender and minority gaps, few resources offer practical solutions. Improving the working environment is essential. The book focuses on practical examples and tools that can be easily adopted by readers. It addresses the well-being of practitioners and the safety, outcomes, and patient-centered care for patients. Post-pandemic data show significant burnout in Critical Care and anaesthesia, disproportionately affecting women and minorities, with long-term consequences for the workforce and care quality. The Triple Aim—enhancing patient experience, improving population health, and reducing costs—is a framework for optimizing healthcare performance. Burnout, however, is linked to lower patient satisfaction, poorer health outcomes, and increased costs. This has led to the Quadruple Aim, which includes improving the well-being of healthcare providers. Preventing burnout is vital for maintaining productivity and care quality. Enhancing research and professional well-being in Critical Care and anaesthesia directly improves patient care quality. Patient-centered care is a core objective. Improving the working environment, preventing burnout, enabling professionals to achieve their goals, and addressing diversity are key to improving outcomes and care quality. This book provides a practical approach to improving team well-being, outcomes, safety, and patient satisfaction in high-risk healthcare environments. It offers relevant information and highlights areas for improvement in Critical Care and perioperative settings, helping healthcare professionals achieve their goals.
The Sustainable Organization: How Organizations Address the 17 UN SDGs Using the 3-P-Model (Future of Business and Finance)
by Peter Wollmann Doris Pemler Mersida NdrevatajThis book explores topics related to sustainability, including the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and accountability in various activities. It reflects the complex and diverse landscape of sustainability efforts in organizations and the pursuit of SDGs. It emphasizes that achieving global change and making the world a better place isn't a straightforward, linear process but rather a conglomerate of diverse and interconnected journeys driven by countless parties with individual interests and systemic conditions. Recognizing the impossibility of creating a comprehensive "Big Picture" covering all facets, the authors' ambition is to contribute to the discussion on sustainability and SDG coverage through inspiring use cases. The book illustrates how the Three-Pillar-Model leads to sustainability and SDG coverage. It emphasizes the importance of a strong Sustainable Purpose, mindset transformation in organizations, and cross-silo cooperation for success. The book features contributions from various authors and institutions from all over the world, including (former) leaders of UN agencies, NGOs, enterprises, venture capital funds and angel investor communities, consultancies, universities, historians, system theorists, philosophers and linguists. The chapters also provide diverse perspectives and historical cases to facilitate learning and exploration in this vast field.
Control of Singular Fractional Order Systems: Stability, Stabilization and Admissibility (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #292)
by Mohammed Chadli Saliha MarirThis book provides a comprehensive study of singular fractional-order systems, presenting a novel perspective on their analysis and control. Using the Linear Matrix Inequalities approach, it provides conditions for admissibility, robust admissibility, stabilization, and robust stabilization of fractional singular linear time-invariant systems. The methods discussed address key challenges in stability and robustness, and provide innovative solutions to open problems in fractional-order control theory. Aimed at control scientists, graduate students, and advanced undergraduates, this work bridges theoretical developments and practical applications, making it a valuable resource for understanding and advancing the field of fractional-order systems. It is particularly suitable for those seeking new directions in control systems research or who wish to apply fractional tools to dynamic systems modeling and control. With its unique focus and broad scope, this book serves as an indispensable reference for courses such as "Analysis and Control of Fractional-Order Systems" and "LMI-Based Control of Singular Fractional-Order Systems".