Creator: Àngel Fernando Kuri Morales Edition: 1 Publication date: 2007-12-10 Dewey code: 006 List Price: $149.00 Price: $117.01
Review MICAI 2007: Advances in Artificial Intelligence: 6th Mexican International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Aguascalientes, Mexico, November 4-10, ... Science) (Lecture Notes in Computer Science) / Springer:This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 6th Mexican International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, MICAI 2007, held in Aguascalientes, Mexico, in November 2007. The 116 revised full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from numerous submissions for inclusion in the book. The papers are organized in topical sections on computational intelligence, neural networks, knowledge representation and reasoning, agents and multiagent systems, machine learning and data mining, image processing, computer vision, and robotics, natural language processing, speech processing and human-computer interfaces, planning and scheduling, bioinformatics and medical applications, industrial applications, and intelligent tutoring systems.
Edition: 1 Publication date: 2008-01-14 Dewey code: 519.233 List Price: $150.00 Price: $115.90
Review Continuous Semi-Markov Processes (Applied Stochastic Methods) / Wiley-ISTE:This title considers the special of random processes known as semi-Markov processes. These possess the Markov property with respect to any intrinsic Markov time such as the first exit time from an open set or a finite iteration of these times. The class of semi-Markov processes includes strong Markov processes, Lévy and Smith stepped semi-Markov processes, and some other subclasses. Extensive coverage is devoted to non-Markovian semi-Markov processes with continuous trajectories and, in particular, to semi-Markov diffusion processes. Readers looking to enrich their knowledge on Markov processes will find this book a valuable resource.
Creator: Som Deo Sharma Edition: 1 Publication date: 2001-12-06 Dewey code: 363.3481 List Price: $199.00 Price: $156.74
Review Pedestrian and Evacuation Dynamics / Springer:Is the behaviour of a crowd in an emergency situation predictable? Are the different patterns occurring in pedestrian flow based on common rules? How does panic change human reactions? These and other questions have been the scope of the international conference on Pedestrian and Evacuation Dynamics. This book contains elaborate manuscripts written by scientists as well as practitioners from various disciplines: architecture, civil, naval and fire safety engineering, physics, computer science and mathematics. There has been considerable progress over the last decade and the central topic of human motion and behaviour has come more and more into the centre of interest, mainly due to increasing computer power and the development of new simulation models. This is the first conference dealing with modelling and simulation of pedestrian and crowd movement as well as the dynamical aspects of evacuation processes.
Edition: 2 Publication date: 2002-08-02 Dewey code: 005.276 List Price: $120.00 Price: $97.61
Review Web Production for Writers and Journalists (Mediaskills) / Routledge:Web Production for Writers and Journalists is a clear and practical guide to planning, setting up and managing a web site. The book is supported by a regularly updated and comprehensive website at www. producing. routledge. com This new edition (formerly entitled Producing for the Web) is written specifically for journalists and writers, and includes: illustrated examples of good page design and site content; online support tutorials and information; advice on content, maintenance, and how to use sites effectively; and an extensive list of resources and Internet terminology.
Creator: Hong Va Leong Publication date: 2008-03-30 Dewey code: 004 List Price: $118.00 Price: $117.99
Review Cooperative Internet Computing: Proceedings of the 4th International Converence (Cic 2006), Hong Kong, China, 25 - 27 October 2006 / World Scientific Publishing Company:The evolution and popularity of the Internet and computing GRID has brought the cooperative computing research discipline to the Internet, for which we coined the term Cooperative Internet Computing (CIC). This conference brings together new and different approaches to CIC. The book contains the revised version of the 12 best papers presented at the conference, listed under four categories: theories and protocols of CIC, technologies and architecture of CIC, collaborative information retrieval, and CIC applications. This collection serves as a useful resource for those interested in the research and study of CIC.
Creator: Jerzy Wasniewski Edition: 1 Publication date: 2007-12-10 Dewey code: 004 List Price: $149.00 Price: $117.38
Review Applied Parallel Computing: State of the Art in Scientific Computing. 8th International Workshop, PARA 2006, Umea, Sweden, June 18-21, 2006, Revised Selected ... Science) (Lecture Notes in Computer Science) / Springer:This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed post-proceedings of the 8th International Workshop on Applied Parallel Computing, PARA 2006, held in Umeå, Sweden, in June 2006. This volume contains 4 keynote lectures and 86 revised papers of 15 invited minisymposia arranged on the following topics: stretching time and length scales in biomolecular modelling, recent advances in dense linear algebra, cfd applications for high performance computing, hpc environments: visualization and parallelization tools, tools, frameworks and applications for high performance computing, grid data management, simulations in geophysics and space physics, tools for parallel performance analysis, grids for scientific computing, simulations of materials, novel data formats and algorithms for dense linear algebra computations, bioinformatics and computational biology, scientific visualization and hpc applications, software tools for parallel cfd applications, and multi-scale physics. The 45 revised full papers papers of the main track are organized in topical sections on partial differential equations, grid computing, parallel scientific computing algorithms, linear algebra, simulation environments, algorithms and applications for blue gene/L, scientific computing applications, scientific computing tools, parallel search algorithms, peer-to-peer computing, mobility and security, algorithms for single-chip multiprocessors.
Authors
- Angel Rodríguez-Vázquez
- Fernando Medeiro
- Belén Pérez-Verdú
Edition: 1st Publication date: 1998-11-30 Dewey code: 621.38159 List Price: $207.00 Price: $115.76
Review Top-Down Design of High-Performance Sigma-Delta Modulators (The Springer International Series in Engineering and Computer Science) / Springer:Top-Down Design of High-Performance Sigma-Delta Modulators discusses architectural and circuit considerations for optimizing the design of oversampled A/D interfaces for mixed-signal CMOS ASICs. The necessary mathematical background is presented in a detailed and comprehensive style, suitable for novices in the field. Practical recipes on how to get the maximum performance from these kinds of circuits are presented and illustrated through three converter prototypes in CMOS submicron technologies. A distinctive feature of this book is the presentation of a systematic methodology for increasing the productivity of engineers in the design of high-performance modulators. It uses optimization at the architecture and the circuit levels, together with hierarchical transmission of the specifications among levels. The major tasks of architecture selection, architecture sizing and building block sizing are supported by dedicated CAD tools, thus allowing designers to obtain demanding modulator specifications in short design cycles. Top-Down Design of High-Performance Sigma-Delta Modulators is organized such that it can be used for a graduate course on SigmaDelta modulator design. In addition, the book is a valuable reference for designers who want to improve their productivity in the design of oversampled mixed-signal interfaces.
Publication date: 2002-12-03 Dewey code: 303.4833 List Price: $100.00 Price: $116.00
Review The Internet on Earth: A Geography of Information / Wiley:A fascinating and vital area of research, the geography of information describes the role of information as both economic and commercial product and its distribution and movement across boundaries of cyberspace and conventional geography. Written by a pioneer in telecommunications geography research, this prize winning title (AAG award 2003) applies information geography to the world of high-tech, examining the latest wrinkles in the Internet, Silicon Valley, mobile telephony, and other key areas. the first book to provide both a context for the geography of information and a critical overview of recent research. Includes location-specific references and case studies. Examines the information society, information economy, telecommunications and its geographical impact.
Edition: 1 Publication date: 1996-04-23 Dewey code: 006 List Price: $219.95 Price: $116.31
Review Data Acquisition and Process Control Using Personal Computers / CRC:"Covers all areas of computer-based data acquisition-from basic concepts to the most recent technical developments-without the burden of long theoretical derivations and proofs. Offers practical, solution-oriented design examples and real-life case studies in each chapter and furnishes valuable selection guides for specific types of hardware. ".
Authors
- M. DuzÃ; H. Jaakkola; Y. Kiyoki and H. Kangassalo; Editors
Publication date: 2007-02-01 Dewey code: 006 List Price: $131.00 Price: $117.10
Review Information Modelling and Knowledge Bases XVIII: Volume 154 Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence and Applications / IOS Press:In the last decades, information modelling and knowledge bases have become hot topics not only in academic communities related to information systems and computer science, but also in business areas where information technology is applied. This book aims to exchange scientific results and experiences achieved in computer science and other related disciplines using innovative methods and progressive approaches. A platform has been established drawing together researchers as well as practitioners dealing with information modelling and knowledge bases. The main topics of this publication target the variety of themes in the domain of information modelling, conceptual analysis, design and specification of information systems, ontologies, software engineering, knowledge and process management, data and knowledge bases. The editors also aim at applying new progressive theories. To this end, much attention is being paid to theoretical disciplines including cognitive science, artificial intelligence, logic, linguistics and analytical philosophy. The selected papers cover many areas of information modelling, namely theory of concepts, database semantics, knowledge representation, software engineering, WWW information management, context-based information retrieval, ontological technology, image databases, temporal and spatial databases, document data management, process management, and many others.
Authors
- N. Y.) IEEE Information Technology Conference (1998 : Syracuse
Publication date: 1999-11 Dewey code: 621 List Price: $118.00 Price: $118.00
Review 1998 IEEE Information Technology Conference / Institute of Electrical & Electronics Enginee:
Edition: 1 Publication date: 2000-12 Dewey code: 621.395 List Price: $189.00 Price: $127.00
Review Operational Amplifiers - Theory and Design (The Kluwer International Series in Engineering and Computer Science, Volume 605) (The Springer International Series in Engineering and Computer Science) / Springer:Operational Amplifiers - Theory and Design is the first book to present a systematic circuit design of operational amplifiers. Containing state-of-the-art material as well as the essentials, the book is written to appeal to both the experienced practitioner and the less initiated circuit designer. It is shown that the topology of all operational amplifiers can be divided into nine main overall configurations. These configurations range from one gain stage up to four or more gain stages. Many famous designs are evaluated in depth. High-frequency compensation techniques are presented for all nine configurations. Special emphasis is placed on low-power low-voltage architectures with rail-to-rail input and output ranges. Operational Amplifiers - Theory and Design also develops on the theme of the design of fully differential operational amplifiers and operational floating amplifiers. In addition, the characterization of operational amplifiers by macromodels and error matrices is presented, together with measurement techniques for their parameters. Carefully structured and enriched by numerous figures, problems and simulation exercises the book is ideal for the purposes of self-study and self-evaluation.
Authors
- China) International Symposium on Optical Storage 2000 (Shanghai
Creator: Society of Photo-Optical Instrumentation Engineers Publication date: 2001-02 Dewey code: 621.39767 List Price: $160.00 Price: $116.79
Review Fifth International Symposium on Optical Storage (Isos 2000): 22-26 May, 2000, Shanghai, China (Proceedings of Spie--the International Society for Optical Engineering, V. 4085.) / SPIE-International Society for Optical Engine:This volume contains the proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Ground Penetrating Radar, held at Gold Coast, Australia, on 23-26 May 2000.
Authors
- Karl S. Kunz
- Raymond J. Luebbers
Edition: 1 Publication date: 1993-07-03 Dewey code: 530.141 List Price: $136.95 Price: $136.95
Review Finite Difference Time Domain Method for Electromagnetics / CRC-Press:The Finite-Difference Time-domain (FDTD) method allows you to compute electromagnetic interaction for complex problem geometries with ease. The simplicity of the approach coupled with its far-reaching usefulness, create the powerful, popular method presented in The Finite Difference Time Domain Method for Electromagnetics. This volume offers timeless applications and formulations you can use to treat virtually any material type and geometry. The Finite Difference Time Domain Method for Electromagnetics explores the mathematical foundations of FDTD, including stability, outer radiation boundary conditions, and different coordinate systems. It covers derivations of FDTD for use with PEC, metal, lossy dielectrics, gyrotropic materials, and anisotropic materials. A number of applications are completely worked out with numerous figures to illustrate the results. It also includes a printed FORTRAN 77 version of the code that implements the technique in three dimensions for lossy dielectric materials. There are many methods for analyzing electromagnetic interactions for problem geometries. With The Finite Difference Time Domain Method for Electromagnetics, you will learn the simplest, most useful of these methods, from the basics through to the practical applications.
Authors
- Lizhe Wang
- Jinjun Chen
- Wei Jie
Edition: 1 Publication date: 2009-03-19 Dewey code: 621 List Price: $129.95 Price: $118.00
Review Grid Computing: Infrastructure, Service, and Applications / CRC:The research of Grid computing has made rapid progress in the last few years, developing and evolving in almost all key areas. A comprehensive discussion of recent advances in Grid computing, this book summarizes the concepts, methods, technologies, and applications. Unlike other recent books on the subject that deal only with parts of Grid computing, this one covers the entire field. With chapters based on recent research of Grid experts, it covers important topics such as philosophy, middleware, architecture, services, and applications. It also includes technical details to demonstrate how Grid computing works in the real world and a large number of references and technical reports.
Creator: Ilse Vermeulen Publication date: 1995-06 Dewey code: 025.0672 List Price: $130.00 Price: $116.43
Review Visual Databases in Architecture: Recent Advances in Design and Decision Making / Avebury:A selection of papers presented at the Second Design and Decision Support Systems in Architecture and Urban Planning Conference, which discuss advances in the development and application of visual databases in architecture and related disciplines. Ideas are discussed and principles are illustrated.
Creator: Yongge Huang Publication date: 2008-08-30 Dewey code: 004.35 List Price: $129.00 Price: $123.14
Review Supercomputing Research Advances / Nova Science Publishers:Supercomputers are used for highly calculation-intensive tasks such as problems involving quantum mechanical physics, weather forecasting, climate research (including research into global warming), molecular modelling (computing the structures and properties of chemical compounds, biological macromolecules, polymers, and crystals), physical simulations (such as simulation of aeroplanes in wind tunnels, simulation of the detonation of nuclear weapons, and research into nuclear fusion), cryptanalysis, and the like. Major universities, military agencies and scientific research laboratories are heavy users. This book presents the latest research in the field from around the world.
Edition: 1st Publication date: 2000-05-15 Dewey code: 631.40113 List Price: $139.00 Price: $116.75
Review Modelling Soil-Biosphere Interactions / CABI:This book aims to revisit concepts and processes in soils and their interaction with the biosphere in an easy-to-understand way using mathematical models created on ModelMaker. Even the most complex problems in the relationship between soil and the biosphere can be broken down and solved using this modelling package, making this an ideal book for students in soil, plant and environmental sciences.
Authors
- New Mexico) IEEE International Nonvolatile Memory Technology Conference (7th : 1998 : Albuquerque
Publication date: 1998-09 Dewey code: 621.39732 List Price: $116.00 Price: $116.00
Review Seventh Biennial IEEE International Nonvolatile Memory Technology Conference: Proceedings 1998 Converence June 22-24, 1998 Albuquerque, Nm USA / Institute of Electrical & Electronics Enginee:The mission of the 1998 International Nonvolatile Memory Technology Conference was to promote communication between nonvolatile memory technologists and systems developers. Its scope includes both very small and very large storage systems, and all classes of implementation technologies.
Creator: Barton Miller Edition: 1 Publication date: 2003-11-30 Dewey code: 621 List Price: $169.00 Price: $152.81
Review Performance Analysis and Grid Computing / Springer:Past and current research in computer performance analysis has focused primarily on dedicated parallel machines. However, future applications in the area of high-performance computing will not only use individual parallel systems but a large set of networked resources. This scenario of computational and data Grids is attracting a great deal of attention from both computer and computational scientists. In addition to the inherent complexity of parallel machines, the sharing and transparency of the available resources introduces new challenges on performance analysis, techniques, and systems. In order to meet those challenges, a multi-disciplinary approach to the multi-faceted problems of performance is required. New degrees of freedom will come into play with a direct impact on the performance of Grid computing, including wide-area network performance, quality-of-service (QoS), heterogeneity, and middleware systems, to mention only a few. Reflecting this new reality, the Dagstuhl Workshop on Performance Analysis and Distributed Computing, organized by members of the European Working Group APART, was designed to bring together researchers from both the high-performance computing and the distributed computing areas. Indeed, attendees with expertise in a variety of topics in computer and computational sciences arrived in Dagstuhl at the end of August 2002 to discuss the state-of-the-art and the future of computer performance research as it applies to systems, applications, and Grids. Performance Analysis and Grid Computing comprises selected contributions encapsulating this scientifically rich event. The articles are organized in three parts: Performance Modeling and Analysis, Performance Tools and Systems, and Grid Performance and Applications. [+]
It will provide invaluable reading for researchers and developers in the areas of performance analysis, high-end computer systems, and Grid computing.
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Science) (Lecture Notes in Computer Science), Top-Down Design of High-Performance Sigma-Delta Modulators (The Springer International Series in Engineering and Computer Science), The Internet on Earth: A Geography of Information, Data Acquisition and Process Control Using Personal Computers, Information Modelling and Knowledge Bases XVIII: Volume 154 Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence and Applications, 1998 IEEE Information Technology Conference, Operational Amplifiers - Theory and Design (The Kluwer International Series in Engineering and Computer Science, Volume 605) (The Springer International Series in Engineering and Computer Science), Fifth International Symposium on Optical Storage (Isos 2000): 22-26 May, 2000, Shanghai, China (Proceedings of Spie--the International Society for Optical Engineering, V. 4085.), Finite Difference Time Domain Method for Electromagnetics, Grid Computing: Infrastructure, Service, and Applications, Visual Databases in Architecture: Recent Advances in Design and Decision Making, Supercomputing Research Advances, Modelling Soil-Biosphere Interactions, Seventh Biennial IEEE International Nonvolatile Memory Technology Conference: Proceedings 1998 Converence June 22-24, 1998 Albuquerque, Nm USA, Performance Analysis and Grid ComputingTop headlines: Q&A: Hip Size and Breast Cancer Risk: A new study shows that having a mom with wide hips could be a risk factor for breast cancer. ›15:16 8 Oct, Mon Senate leader calls off vote on auto bailout: The Senate's top Democrat has called off a planned vote this week on a $25 billion auto industry bailout. ›01:22 Fed lowers its projections for economy: The Federal Reserve has sharply lowered its projection for economic activity this year and next, and signaled additional interest rate reductions may be needed. ›19:39 19 Nov, Wed Lieberman to keep committee chair: As secretary of state, Hillary would take over a huge, prestigious organization. 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