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Smart technologies comprise a dynamic new interdisciplinary research field that encompasses a wide spectrum of engineering applications including, but not limited to, intelligent structures and materials, actuators, sensors and structural observability, control systems and software tools for the design of adaptive structures.

OSCESteps: A Step-By-Step Guide to Passing Your Finals is a concise yet comprehensive revision guide to the different therapy areas medical students need to know. Covering both procedures and examinations, the book provides an efficient, all-in-one format which combines a mark scheme and a reference book-including summaries of key information, theories, assessments and basic clinical skills.   Each section utilises a checklist scoring system and contains colour illustrations and photographs, flowcharts, line drawings, clinical images and visual examples of basic protocols and procedures. The book covers all essential OCSE topics, including emergency medicine, prescribing, basic life support, abdominal and respiratory exams, blood culture and more.  Provides quick reference to basic clinical protocols and procedures  Summarises how to carry out skills such as venepuncture, nasogastric tube insertion, urinary catheterisation and simple suturing Covers surgical scrubbing and gowning Contains information on postoperative patient assessment and common complications Includes case scenarios and practical examples throughout  OSCESteps: A Step-By-Step Guide to Passing Your Finals is perfect for medical students in need of a one-stop revision tool, and for junior doctors looking for a quick reference to the skills they need whilst on the wards.

The go-to guide for learning coding from the ground-upAdding some coding know-how to your skills can help launch a new career or bolster an old one. Coding All-in-One For Dummies offers an ideal starting place for learning the languages that make technology go. This edition gets you started with a helpful explanation of how coding works and how it's applied in the real-world before setting you on a path toward writing code for web building, mobile application development, and data analysis. Add coding to your skillset for your existing career, or begin the exciting transition into life as a professional developer--Dummies makes it easy.* Learn coding basics and how to apply them* Analyze data and automate routine tasks on the job* Get the foundation you need to launch a career as a coder* Add HTML, JavaScript, and Python know-how to your resumeThis book serves up insight on the basics of coding, designed to be easy to follow, even if you've never written a line of code in your life. You can do this.

Structure and Dynamics of Membranous Interfaces examines the structural and dynamic aspects of different membranous systems studied using state-of-the-art techniques. An introduction covers basic techniques such as AFM, FTIR, and X-Ray Diffraction methods applied to various membranes and their model systems.

Through nine editions, this book remains the text that defines the undergraduate course. Hospitality Management Accounting equips hospitality management students with the skills they need to take command of managing finances by providing insight into the analysis and interpretations of financial statements.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Handbook covers a range of topics to help professionals better understand the methods used in the pharmaceutical manufacturing, pharmaceutical engineering, and process engineering fields.

While solar (photovoltaic) electricy is a multi-billion dollar industry, solar hydrogen - the direct generation of hydrogen by solar irradiation - is in its infancy. This book offers the latest knowledge to scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs involved in photoelectrochemical systems and nanotechnology for the generation of hydrogen.

An in--depth examination of money management methods for consistent trading success In Better Stock Trading, Daryl Guppy shows readers how to improve returns by using good money management technique-not by increasing risk in trying to win more trades.

3G, HSPA and FDD versus TDD Networking, Second Edition is the only book that contrasts the network capacity gains that may be achieved with the advent of adaptive antenna arrays and HSDPA-style adaptive modulation techniques in the context of FDD and TDD CDMA cellular networks.

AN INTEGRATED FRAMEWORK FOR STRUCTURAL GEOLOGYA modern and practice-oriented approach to structural geologyAn Integrated Framework for Structural Geology: Kinematics, Dynamics, and Rheology of Deformed Rocks builds a framework for structural geology from geometrical description, kinematic analysis, dynamic evolution, and rheological investigation of deformed rocks. The unique approach taken by the book is to integrate these principles of continuum mechanics with the description of rock microstructures and inferences about deformation mechanisms. Field, theoretical and laboratory approaches to structural geology are all considered, including the application of rock mechanics experiments to nature.Readers will also find:* Three case studies that illustrate how the framework can be applied to deformation at different levels in the crust and in an applied structural geology context* Hundreds of detailed, two-color illustrations of exceptional clarity, as well as many microstructural and field photographs* The quantitative basis of structural geology delivered through clear mathematicsWritten for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in geology, An Integrated Framework for Structural Geology will also earn a place in the libraries of practicing geologists with an interest in a one-stop resource on structural geology.

A comprehensive introduction to various numerical methods used in computational finance today Quantitative skills are a prerequisite for anyone working in finance or beginning a career in the field, as well as risk managers.

*Offers a complete understanding of the NFC technology, including standards, technical essentials, operating mode, application development with Java, security and privacy, ecosystem and business analysis etc.

An Introduction to Audio Content AnalysisEnables readers to understand the algorithmic analysis of musical audio signals with AI-driven approachesAn Introduction to Audio Content Analysis serves as a comprehensive guide on audio content analysis explaining how signal processing and machine learning approaches can be utilized for the extraction of musical content from audio. It gives readers the algorithmic understanding to teach a computer to interpret music signals and thus allows for the design of tools for interacting with music. The work ties together topics from audio signal processing and machine learning, showing how to use audio content analysis to pick up musical characteristics automatically. A multitude of audio content analysis tasks related to the extraction of tonal, temporal, timbral, and intensity-related characteristics of the music signal are presented. Each task is introduced from both a musical and a technical perspective, detailing the algorithmic approach as well as providing practical guidance on implementation details and evaluation.To aid in reader comprehension, each task description begins with a short introduction to the most important musical and perceptual characteristics of the covered topic, followed by a detailed algorithmic model and its evaluation, and concluded with questions and exercises. For the interested reader, updated supplemental materials are provided via an accompanying website.Written by a well-known expert in the music industry, sample topics covered in Introduction to Audio Content Analysis include:* Digital audio signals and their representation, common time-frequency transforms, audio features* Pitch and fundamental frequency detection, key and chord* Representation of dynamics in music and intensity-related features* Beat histograms, onset and tempo detection, beat histograms, and detection of structure in music, and sequence alignment* Audio fingerprinting, musical genre, mood, and instrument classificationAn invaluable guide for newcomers to audio signal processing and industry experts alike, An Introduction to Audio Content Analysis covers a wide range of introductory topics pertaining to music information retrieval and machine listening, allowing students and researchers to quickly gain core holistic knowledge in audio analysis and dig deeper into specific aspects of the field with the help of a large amount of references.

A comprehensive survey of Open RAN technology and its ecosystemIn Open RAN: The Definitive Guide, a team of distinguished industry leaders deliver an authoritative guide to all four principles of the Open RAN vision: openness, virtualization, intelligence, and interoperability. Written by the industry experts currently defining the specifications, building the systems, and testing and deploying the networks, the book covers O-RAN architecture, the fronthaul interface, security, cloudification, virtualization, intelligence, certification, badging, and standardization.This critical reference on Open RAN explains how and why an open and disaggregated, intelligent, and fully virtualized network is the way networks should be designed and deployed moving forward. Readers will also find:* A thorough introduction to contributions from key industry players, including AT&T, Telefonica, Mavenir, VMWare, Google and VIAVI* Comprehensive explorations of Open X-Haul transport networks and other unique 5G capabilities* Practical discussions of the four pillars of O-RAN architecture: openness, virtualization, intelligence, and interoperability* Comprehensive treatments of how smaller vendors can introduce their own services and customize the networkPerfect for executives, engineers, product managers, and marketing professionals in the telecom industry, Open RAN: The Definitive Guide will also benefit graduate students, researchers, and engineers in government agencies with involvement in the wireless and telecom industries.

Comprehensive coverage of major families of viruses, including human pathogens and viruses of organisms from bacteria to plants, with updated information on antiviral drugs, vaccines, antiviral immunity, and gene therapy Fundamentals of Molecular Virology is a textbook designed for university students learning about viruses at the undergraduate or graduate levels. Chapters contributed by prominent virologists cover many of the major virus families. Each chapter is designed to tell a story about the viruses covered, including information on discovery, diseases and pathogenesis, virus structure, steps in replication, and interaction with cellular signaling pathways. This approach portrays the "personality" of each virus, helping students to learn the material and build up their knowledge of virology starting with smaller and simpler viruses and proceeding to more complex viruses. Major importance is given to viruses that infect humans and cause disease, but coverage is broad, including viruses of bacteria, Archaea, algae, invertebrates, and plants. Information boxes highlight applications and research directions of particular significance. Chapters conclude with sections presenting fundamental concepts, review questions, and lists of key terms, which are defined in a glossary at the end of the book. This 3rd edition of Fundamentals of Molecular Virology includes detailed information on the recent COVID-19 pandemic and mRNA vaccine technology, additional sections on pathogenic herpesviruses, and updates on recent outbreaks of Zika virus, Ebola virus and mpox diseases. New chapters describe hepatitis C virus, rhabdoviruses, viruses of invertebrates, oncolytic viruses, and virus-mediated gene therapy. All chapters, including those on innate and adaptive immune responses to virus infections, virus vaccines, and antiviral agents, were revised and updated. A thorough introduction to considerations and regulatory affairs for clinical research in special populations Comprehensive explorations of drug disposition in geriatrics, patients with hepatic insufficiency, and patients with renal insufficiency Practical discussions of model-based pharmacokinetic approaches Complete treatments of artificial intelligence in drug development Perfect for practicing pharmacologists, pharmacists, and clinical chemists, Basics and Clinical Applications of Drug Disposition in Special Populations will also benefit medical professionals who provide medical and pharmaceutical care to special populations.

Control over Communication NetworksAdvanced and systematic examination of the design and analysis of networked control systems and multi-agent systemsControl Over Communication Networks provides a systematic and nearly self-contained description of the analysis and design of networked control systems (NCSs) and multi-agent systems (MASs) over imperfect communication networks, with a primary focus on fading channels and delayed channels. The text characterizes the effect of communication channels on the stability and performance of NCSs, and further studies the joint impact of communication channels and network topology on the consensus of MASs.By integrating communication and control theory, the four highly-qualified authors present fundamental results concerning the stabilization of NCSs over power-constrained fading channels and Gaussian finite-state Markov channels, linear-quadratic optimal control of NCSs with random input gains, optimal state estimation with intermittent observations, consensus of MASs with communication delay and packet dropouts, and synchronization of delayed Vicsek models.Simulation results are given in each chapter to demonstrate the developed analysis and synthesis approaches. The references are comprehensive and up-to-date, enabling further study for readers.Topics covered in Control Over Communication Networks include:* Basic foundational knowledge, including control theory, communication theory, and graph theory, to enable readers to understand more complex topics* The stabilization, optimal control, and remote state estimation problems of linear systems over channels with fading, signal-to-noise constraints, or intermittent measurements* Consensus problems of MASs over fading/delayed channels, with directed and undirected communication graphsControl Over Communication Networks provides a valuable unified platform for understanding the analysis and design of NCSs and MASs for researchers, control engineers working on control systems over communication networks, and mechanical engineers working on unmanned systems. Preliminary knowledge of linear system theory and matrix analysis is required.

Deep Learning Approaches for Security Threats in IoT EnvironmentsAn expert discussion of the application of deep learning methods in the IoT security environmentIn Deep Learning Approaches for Security Threats in IoT Environments, a team of distinguished cybersecurity educators deliver an insightful and robust exploration of how to approach and measure the security of Internet-of-Things (IoT) systems and networks. In this book, readers will examine critical concepts in artificial intelligence (AI) and IoT, and apply effective strategies to help secure and protect IoT networks. The authors discuss supervised, semi-supervised, and unsupervised deep learning techniques, as well as reinforcement and federated learning methods for privacy preservation.This book applies deep learning approaches to IoT networks and solves the security problems that professionals frequently encounter when working in the field of IoT, as well as providing ways in which smart devices can solve cybersecurity issues.Readers will also get access to a companion website with PowerPoint presentations, links to supporting videos, and additional resources. They'll also find:* A thorough introduction to artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things, including key concepts like deep learning, security, and privacy* Comprehensive discussions of the architectures, protocols, and standards that form the foundation of deep learning for securing modern IoT systems and networks* In-depth examinations of the architectural design of cloud, fog, and edge computing networks* Fulsome presentations of the security requirements, threats, and countermeasures relevant to IoT networksPerfect for professionals working in the AI, cybersecurity, and IoT industries, Deep Learning Approaches for Security Threats in IoT Environments will also earn a place in the libraries of undergraduate and graduate students studying deep learning, cybersecurity, privacy preservation, and the security of IoT networks.

From 5G to 6GUnderstand the transition to the sixth generation of wireless with this bold introductionThe transition from the fifth generation of wireless communication (5G) to the coming sixth generation (6G) promises to be one of the most significant phases in the history of telecommunications. The technological, social, and logistical challenges promise to be significant, and meeting these challenges will determine the future of wireless communication. Experts and professionals across dozens of fields and industries are beginning to reckon seriously with these challenges as the 6G revolution approaches.From 5G to 6G provides an overview of this transition, offering a snapshot of a moment in which 5G is establishing itself and 6G draws ever nearer. It focuses on recent advances in wireless technology that brings 6G closer to reality, as well as the near-term challenges that still have to be met for this transition to succeed. The result is an essential book for anyone wishing to understand the future of wireless telecommunications in an increasingly connected world.From 5G to 6G readers will also find:* 6G applications to both AI and Machine Learning, technologies which loom ever larger in wireless communication* Discussion of subjects including smart healthcare, cybersecurity, extended reality, and more* Treatment of the ongoing infrastructural and technological requirements for 6GFrom 5G to 6G is essential for researchers and academics in wireless communication and computer science, as well as for undergraduates in related subjects and professionals in wireless-adjacent fields.

Authoritative resource providing state-of-the-art coverage in the field of laser materials processing, supported with supplementary learning materials Principles of Laser Materials Processing goes over the most recent advancements and applications in laser materials processing, with the second edition providing a welcome update to the successful first edition through updated content on the important fields within laser materials processing. The text includes solved example problems and problem sets suitable for the readers' further understanding of the technology explained. Split into three parts, the text first introduces basic concepts of lasers, including the characteristics of lasers and the design of their components, to aid readers in their initial understanding of the technology. The text then reviews the engineering concepts that are needed to analyze the different processes. Finally, it delves into the background of laser materials and provides a state-of-the-art compilation of material in the major application areas, such as laser cutting and drilling, welding, surface modification, and forming, among many others. It also presents information on laser safety to prepare the reader for working in the industry sector and provide practicing engineers the updates needed to work safely and effectively. In Principles of Laser Materials Processing, readers can expect to find specific information on: Laser generation principles, including basic atomic structure, atomic transitions, population distribution, absorption, and spontaneous emission Optical resonators, including standing waves in a rectangular cavity, planar resonators, beam modes, line selection, confocal resonators, and concentric resonators Laser pumping, including optical pumping, arc/flash lamp pumping, energy distribution in the active medium, and electrical pumping Broadening mechanisms, including line-shape functions, homogeneous broadening such as natural and collision, and inhomogeneous broadening Principles of Laser Materials Processing is highly suitable for senior undergraduate and graduate students studying laser processing, and non-traditional manufacturing processes; it is also aimed at researchers to provide additional information to be used in research projects that are to be undertaken within the technology field.

Prepare for the future of mobile communication with this comprehensive study6G is the next frontier in mobile communication, with development of 6G standards slated to begin as early as 2026. As telecommunications networks become even faster and more intelligent, security and privacy concerns will become all the more critical. In an increasingly connected world, there is an urgent need for user data to be safeguarded and system security enhanced against a new generation of threats.6G Security and Privacy provides a comprehensive survey of these threats and the emerging techniques for safeguarding against them. It includes mechanisms for prediction, detection, mitigation, and prevention, such that threats to privacy and security can be forestalled at any stage. Fully engaged with proposed 6G architectures, it is an essential resource for mobile communications professionals looking for a head start on the technology of the future.6G Security and Privacy readers will also find:* Detailed coverage of topics including edge intelligence and cloudification, industrial automation, collaborative robots, and more* Treatment balancing the practical and the theoretical* And editorial team with decades of international network technology experience in both industry and academia6G Security and Privacy is a vital reference for network security professionals and for postgraduate and advanced undergraduate students in mobile communications and network security-related fields.

Intelligent Reconfigurable Surfaces (IRS) for Prospective 6G Wireless NetworksAuthoritative resource covering preliminary concepts and advanced concerns in the field of IRS and its role in 6G wireless systemsIntelligent Reconfigurable Surfaces (IRS) for Prospective 6G Wireless Networks provides an in-depth treatment of the fundamental physics behind reconfigurable metasurfaces, also known as intelligent reflecting surfaces (IRS), and outlines the research roadmap towards their development as a low-complexity and energy-efficient solution aimed at turning the wireless environment into a software-defined entity.The text demonstrates IRS from different angles, including the underlying physics, hardware architecture, operating principles, and prototype designs. It enables readers to grasp the knowledge of the interplay of IRS and state-of-the-art technologies, examining the advantages, key principles, challenges, and potential use-cases. Practically, it equips readers with the fundamental knowledge of the operational principles of reconfigurable metasurfaces, resulting in its potential applications in various intelligent, autonomous future wireless communication technologies.To aid in reader comprehension, around 50 figures, tables, illustrations, and photographs to comprehensively present the material are also included.Edited by a team of highly qualified professionals in the field, sample topics covered are as follows:* Evolution of antenna arrays design, introducing the fundamental principles of antenna theory and reviewing the stages of development of the field;* Beamforming design for IRS-assisted communications, discussing optimal IRS configuration in conjunction with overviewing novel beamforming designs;* Reconfigurable metasurfaces from physics to applications, discussing the working principles of tunable/reconfigurable metasurfaces and their capabilities and functionalities;* IRS hardware architectures, detailing the general hardware architecture of IRS and features related to the IRS's main operational principle;* Wireless communication systems assisted by IRS, discussing channel characterization, system integration, and aspects related to the performance analysis and network optimization of state-of-the-art wireless applications.For students and engineers in wireless communications, microwave engineering, and radio hardware and design, Intelligent Reconfigurable Surfaces (IRS) for Prospective 6G Wireless Networks serves as an invaluable resource on the subject and is a useful course accompaniment for general Antenna Theory, Microwave Engineering, Electromagnetics courses.

Fault Analysis and its Impact on Grid-connected Photovoltaic Systems PerformanceA thorough and authoritative discussion of how to use fault analysis to prevent grid failuresIn Fault Analysis and its Impact on Grid-connected Photovoltaic Systems Performance, a team of distinguished engineers deliver an insightful and concise analysis on how engineers can use fault analysis to estimate and ensure reliability in grid-connected photovoltaic systems. The editors explore how failure data can be used to identify how power electronics-based power systems operate and how they can help to perform risk analysis and reduce the likelihood and frequency of failure.The book explains how to apply different fault detection techniques--including signal and image processing, fault tolerant approaches--and explores the impact of faults in grid-connected photovoltaic systems. It offers contributions from noted experts in the field and is fully updated to include the latest technologies and approaches. Readers will also find:* A failure mode effect classification approach for distributed generation systems and their components* Explanations of advanced machine learning approaches with significant market potential and real-world relevance* A consideration of the issues pertaining to the integration of power electronics converters with distributed generation systems in grid-connected environments* Treatments of IoT-based monitoring, ageing detection for capacitors, image and signal processing approaches, and standards for failure modes and criticality analysesPerfect for manufacturers and engineers working in the power electronics-based power system and smart grid sectors, Fault Analysis and its Impact on Grid- connected Photovoltaic Systems Performance will also earn a place in the libraries of distributed generation companies facing issues in operation and maintenance.

An intuitively organized and incisive exploration of UV radiation and its modern applicationsIn Photochemical Reactors: Theory, Methods, and Applications of Ultraviolet Radiation, distinguished civil engineer and researcher Dr. Ernest R. Blatchley III delivers a comprehensive exploration of the theory, methods, and contemporary and emerging applications of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The author describes the fundamentals of the history of photochemistry and photochemical reactions before moving on to consider the dynamic behavior of UV-based reactor systems and the physical concepts that govern natural and man-made sources of UV radiation.The book also covers the numerical and empirical methods used to evaluate photochemical kinetics, photobiological kinetics, and the dynamics of UV photoreactors. Common and emerging applications of UV radiation--like the disinfection of water, wastewater, air, and surfaces--are discussed, and UV-induced transformation processes are also explored.Readers will also find:* Thorough introductions to methods and principles that are universal to UV processes, as well as comparisons between those processes* Critical explorations of the physics of natural and artificial sources of ultraviolet radiation* Practical discussions of modern applications of UV radiation, including the disinfection of water, air, wastewater, and surfaces, as well as the use of UV photoreactors to promote photolysis and photo-initiated, radical-mediated reactionsPerfect for UV professionals, academics, and scientists, Photochemical Reactors: Theory, Methods, and Applications of Ultraviolet Radiation will also earn a place in the libraries of professionals working in companies that manufacture UV reactors, as well as engineering consultants with a professional interest in ultraviolet radiation.

Reliability Analysis Using MINITAB and PythonComplete overview of the theory and fundamentals of Reliability Analysis applied with Minitab and Python toolsReliability Analysis Using Minitab and Python expertly applies Minitab and Python programs to the field of reliability engineering, presenting basic concepts and explaining step-by-step how to implement statistical distributions and reliability analysis methods using the two programming languages. The textbook enables readers to effectively use software to efficiently process massive amounts of data while also reducing human error.Examples and case studies as well as exercises and questions are included throughout to enable a smooth learning experience. Excel files containing the sample data and Minitab and Python example files are also provided.Students who have basic knowledge of probability and statistics will find this textbook highly approachable. Nonetheless, it also covers material on basic statistics at the beginning, so students who are not familiar with statistics can follow the material as well.Written by a highly qualified author in the field, sample topics covered in Reliability Analysis Using Minitab and Python include:* Establishing a basic statistical background, with a focus on probability, joint probability, union probability, conditional probability, mutually exclusive events, and bayes' rule* Statistical distributions, with a focus on discrete cases, continuous cases, exponential distribution, Weibull distribution, normal distribution, and lognormal distribution* Reliability data plotting, with a focus on straight line properties, least squares fit, linear rectification, exact failure times, and readout failure data* Accelerated life testing, with a focus on accelerated testing theory, exponential distribution acceleration, and Weibull distribution acceleration* System failure modeling, with a focus on reliability block diagram, series system model, parallel system model, k-out-of-n system model, and minimal paths and minimal cuts.* Repairable systems, with a focus on corrective and preventive maintenances, availability, maintainability, and preventive maintenance schedulingReliability Analysis Using Minitab and Python serves as an excellent introductory level textbook on the topic for both undergraduate and graduate students. It presents information clearly and concisely and includes many helpful additional learning resources to aid in understanding of concepts, information retention, and practical application.

Semiconductor Microchips and FabricationAdvanced and highly illustrated guide to semiconductor manufacturing from an experienced industry insiderSemiconductor Microchips and Fabrication is a practical yet advanced book on the theory, design, and manufacturing of semiconductor microchips that describes the process using the principles of physics and chemistry, fills in the knowledge gaps for professionals and students who need to know how manufacturing equipment works, and provides valuable suggestions and solutions to many problems that students or engineers often encounter in semiconductor processing, including useful experiment results to help in process work.The explanation of the semiconductor manufacturing process, and the equipment needed, is carried out based on the machines that are used in clean rooms over the world so readers understand how they can use the equipment to achieve their design and manufacturing ambitions. Combining theory with practice, all descriptions are carried out around the actual equipment and processes by way of a highly visual text, with illustrations including equipment pictures, manufacturing process schematics, and structures of semiconductor microchips.Sample topics covered in Semiconductor Microchips and Fabrication include:* An introduction to basic concepts, such as impedance mismatch from plasma machines and theories, such as energy bands and Clausius-Clapeyron equation* Basic knowledge used in semiconductor devices and manufacturing machines, including DC and AC circuits, electric fields, magnetic fields, resonant cavity, and the components used in the devices and machines* Transistor and integrated circuits, including bipolar transistors, junction field effect transistors, and metal-semiconductor field effect transistors* The main processes used in the manufacturing of microchips, including lithography, metallization, reactive-ion etching (RIE), plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD), thermal oxidation and implantation, and more* The skills in the design and problem solving of processes, such as how to design a dry etching recipe, and how to solve the micro-grass problems in Bosch processThrough Semiconductor Microchips and Fabrication, readers can obtain the fundamental knowledge and skills of semiconductor manufacturing, which will help them better understand and use semiconductor technology to improve their product quality or project research. Before approaching this text, readers should have basic knowledge of physics, chemistry, and circuitry.

GAS HYDRATE IN WATER TREATMENTExplores current progress in the expanding field of gas hydrate-based desalinationAs potable water shortages continue to affect billions of people worldwide, seawater desalination and wastewater treatment have the potential to meet freshwater demands in the near future. Gas hydrate-based desalination, a process which requires CO2 and water as solvent, has become an increasingly popular approach--desalination with hydrates is environmentally friendly and can produce cheaper desalted water than other existing conventional technologies.Gas Hydrate in Water Treatment: Technological, Economic, and Industrial Aspects provides detailed, up-to-date reference to the application of gas hydrates in wastewater and seawater desalination treatment. Edited by experienced researchers in the field, this comprehensive volume describes the fundamental aspects of desalination and summarizes the latest research on gas hydrate-based desalination. The authors address a broad range of key topics, including issues related to water scarcity, post-treatment of desalinated water using both conventional and new technologies, hydrate-based desalination methods driven by renewable energy sources, and more.* Provides thorough coverage of the technological, waste brine management, economic, and renewable energy and remineralization aspects of gas hydrate-based wastewater treatment* Describes the energetic, economic, and environmental impact of gas hydrate desalination* Explains the core concepts of gas hydrate-based desalination to help readers evaluate the performance of existing desalination processes* Discusses the advantages and challenges of hydrate-based water treatment* Compares conventional and gas hydrate technologies used in water treatment* Reviews the most recent research in gas hydrate-based desalinationGas Hydrate in Water Treatment: Technological, Economic, and Industrial Aspects is an essential resource for all academics, researchers, process engineers, designers, industry professionals, and advanced students in the field.

A unified and systematic theoretical framework for solving problems related to finite impulse response (FIR) estimateOptimal and Robust State Estimation: Finite Impulse Response (FIR) and Kalman Approaches is a comprehensive investigation into batch state estimators and recursive forms. The work begins by introducing the reader to the state estimation approach and provides a brief historical overview. Next, the work discusses the specific properties of finite impulse response (FIR) state estimators. Further chapters give the basics of probability and stochastic processes, discuss the available linear and nonlinear state estimators, deal with optimal FIR filtering, and consider a limited memory batch and recursive algorithms.Other topics covered include solving the q-lag FIR smoothing problem, introducing the receding horizon (RH) FIR state estimation approach, and developing the theory of FIR state estimation under disturbances. The book closes by discussing the theory of FIR state estimation for uncertain systems and providing several applications where the FIR state estimators are used effectively. Key concepts covered in the work include:* A holistic overview of the state estimation approach, which arose from the need to know the internal state of a real system, given that the input and output are both known* Optimal, optimal unbiased, maximum likelihood, and unbiased and robust finite impulse response (FIR) structures* FIR state estimation approach along with the infinite impulse response (IIR) and Kalman approaches* Cost functions and the most critical properties of FIR and IIR state estimatesOptimal and Robust State Estimation: Finite Impulse Response (FIR) and Kalman Approaches was written for professionals in the fields of microwave engineering, system engineering, and robotics who wish to move towards solving finite impulse response (FIR) estimate issues in both theoretical and practical applications. Graduate and senior undergraduate students with coursework dealing with state estimation will also be able to use the book to gain a valuable foundation of knowledge and become more adept in their chosen fields of study.

The book discusses why management of abnormal situations is important to process safety. The book provides guidance on practical steps to avoid or mitigate an accident or incident before it escalates into a more dangerous and costly issues which can include downtime, lost production, equipment damage, injuries, and external/ environmental damage. Through the use of case studies the book illustrates the impact these deviant occurrences can have on operating facilities.Management principles that can be established before an issue occurs are presented while case studies are used to illustrate the impact that an abnormal situation can have on an operating facility. The impact of plant design are detailed, with separate focus points on new plant design and retrofits to existing plants. A section on writing plant procedures and plant policies so that they incorporate the principles of managing abnormal situations is also included.Training content is provided on how to manage deviant situations, with guidance on presenting the information to specific target populations, such as front-line operators, operations managers, plant engineers, and process safety engineers. Readers are also shown tools that are currently available for recognizing and responding to abnormal situations, and actions that process safety engineers can use during Hazard Identification and Risk Analysis (HIRA).

Machine Learning Algorithms for Signal and Image ProcessingEnables readers to understand the fundamental concepts of machine and deep learning techniques with interactive, real-life applications within signal and image processingMachine Learning Algorithms for Signal and Image Processing aids the reader in designing and developing real-world applications using advances in machine learning to aid and enhance speech signal processing, image processing, computer vision, biomedical signal processing, adaptive filtering, and text processing. It includes signal processing techniques applied for pre-processing, feature extraction, source separation, or data decompositions to achieve machine learning tasks.Written by well-qualified authors and contributed to by a team of experts within the field, the work covers a wide range of important topics, such as:* Speech recognition, image reconstruction, object classification and detection, and text processing* Healthcare monitoring, biomedical systems, and green energy* How various machine and deep learning techniques can improve accuracy, precision rate recall rate, and processing time* Real applications and examples, including smart sign language recognition, fake news detection in social media, structural damage prediction, and epileptic seizure detectionProfessionals within the field of signal and image processing seeking to adapt their work further will find immense value in this easy-to-understand yet extremely comprehensive reference work. It is also a worthy resource for students and researchers in related fields who are looking to thoroughly understand the historical and recent developments that have been made in the field.