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Samuelson & Marks Managerial Economics, 8th Edition provides a detailed introduction to managerial economics for undergraduates, MBAs, and executives. This text illustrates the central decision problems managers face and provide the economic analysis they need to guide these decisions. .

By emphasizing the three key concepts of mechanics of solids, this new edition helps engineers improve their problem-solving skills. They'll discover how these fundamental concepts underlie all of the applications presented, and they'll learn how to identify the equations needed to solve various problems.

With the newly revised fourth edition of Chemical and Engineering Thermodynamics, readers find a modern, applied approach to thermodynamics. The material is presented in sufficient detail that provides a solid understanding of the key principles in the field.

This revised edition of the best-selling text in the field includes a guiding framework of organizational analysis emphasizing the integration and coordination of the domains of the organization with the motivations, work attitudes, and behaviors of the people who lead them.

MACHINE LEARNING TECHNIQUES AND ANALYTICS FOR CLOUD SECURITYThis book covers new methods, surveys, case studies, and policy with almost all machine learning techniques and analytics for cloud security solutionsThe aim of Machine Learning Techniques and Analytics for Cloud Security is to integrate machine learning approaches to meet various analytical issues in cloud security. Cloud security with ML has long-standing challenges that require methodological and theoretical handling. The conventional cryptography approach is less applied in resource-constrained devices. To solve these issues, the machine learning approach may be effectively used in providing security to the vast growing cloud environment. Machine learning algorithms can also be used to meet various cloud security issues, such as effective intrusion detection systems, zero-knowledge authentication systems, measures for passive attacks, protocols design, privacy system designs, applications, and many more. The book also contains case studies/projects outlining how to implement various security features using machine learning algorithms and analytics on existing cloud-based products in public, private and hybrid cloud respectively.AudienceResearch scholars and industry engineers in computer sciences, electrical and electronics engineering, machine learning, computer security, information technology, and cryptography.

Flight Simulation SoftwareExplains the many aspects of flight simulator design, including open source tools for developing an engineering flight simulatorFlight simulation is an indispensable technology for civil and military aviation and the aerospace industry. Real-time simulation tools span across all aspects of aircraft development, from aerodynamics and flight dynamics to avionics and image generation systems. Knowledge of flight simulation software is vital for aerospace engineering professionals, educators, and students. Flight Simulation Software contains comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of the computer tools required to design and develop a flight simulator.Written by a noted expert with decades of experience developing flight simulators in academia, this highly practical resource enables readers to develop their own simulations with readily available open source software rather than relying on costly commercial simulation packages. The book features working software taken from operational flight simulators and provides step-by-step guidance on software design, computer graphics, parallel processing, aircraft equations of motion, navigation and flight control systems, and more.* Explains both fundamental theory and real-world practice of simulation in engineering design* Covers a wide range of topics, including coding standards, software validation, user interface design, and sensor modelling* Describes techniques used in modern flight simulation including distributed architectures and the use of GPUs for real-time graphics rendering* Addresses unique aspects of flight simulation such as designing flight control systems, visual systems, and simulator instructor stations* Includes a companion website with downloadable open-source software and additional resourcesFlight Simulation Software is a must-have guide for all developers and users of simulation tools, as well as the ideal textbook for relevant undergraduate and postgraduate courses in computer science, aeronautical engineering, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering programs.

LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAYSTHE NEW EDITION OF THE GOLD-STANDARD IN TEACHING AND REFERENCING THE FUNDAMENTALS OF LCD TECHNOLOGIESThis book presents an up-to-date view of modern LCD technology. Offering balanced coverage of all major aspects of the field, this comprehensive volume provides the theoretical and practical information required for the development and manufacture of high-performance, energy-efficient LCDs.The third edition incorporates new technologies and applications throughout. Several brand-new chapters discuss topics such as the application of Oxide TFTs and high mobility circuits, high-mobility TFT-semiconductors in LCD addressing, liquid crystal displays in automotive instrument clusters and touch-screen systems, and the use of ultra-high-resolution LCD panels in augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) displays. This practical reference and guide:* Provides a complete account of commercially relevant LCD technologies, including their physics, mathematical descriptions, and electronic addressing* Features extensively revised and expanded information, including more than 150 pages of new material* Includes the addition of Oxide Transistors and their increased mobilities, the advances of fringe field switching and an overview of automotive displays* Presents quantitative results with full equation sets, their derivation, and tabular summaries of related information sets

PROGRAMMING AND GUI FUNDAMENTALSDiscover the foundations of TCL programming and GUI developmentProgramming and GUI Fundamentals: Tcl-Tk for Electronic Design Automation (EDA), delivers a comprehensive exploration of the major design challenges and potential present in application and tool development with Tcl-Tk. Accessibly written and easy-to-understand, the book can be used by students at a variety of levels, as well as researchers and working professionals.The authors present the fundamental concepts of Tcl programming and graphic user interface (GUI) development using images, and photographs, assisting with concept understanding and retention. They describe real-time system designs and offer students and designers the opportunity to learn about critical concepts in scripting and GUI development.Readers will learn to design their own GUI, place and package widgets on the GUI, and allow EDA professionals, chip designers and students to code and design in TCL-TK. They will also benefit from:* A thorough introduction to scripting languages and wish interpreters, including their fundamental concepts, TCL tips and tricks, and command, variable, and procedure examples* Comprehensive explorations of the TCL data structure, including datatypes, strings and commands, lists and commands, and arrays and commands* Practical discussions of TCL control flow, including conditional commands, multi-condition commands, and loop commands* In-depth examinations of file input/output processing, including TCL file read-write, open and close commands, gets, and puts.Perfect for undergraduate and graduate students studying programming or computer science, as well as professionals working on electronic design automation and chip design, Programming and GUI Fundamentals: Tcl-Tk for Electronic Design Automation (EDA) is also an indispensable resource for programming professionals seeking to upskill.

Discover what sets leaders like President Biden apart from the restIn The Joe Biden Way: How to Become a Bold and Empathic Leader, bestselling author and leadership expert Jeffrey Krames provides readers with leadership secrets gleaned from one of the most transformative and successful presidents in modern times: Joseph Robinette Biden, Jr.In this book, the author sets out 7 lessons in inspiring leadership that have helped the 46th President of the United States carry his powerful message to the White House and deliver it to hundreds of millions of people. You'll learn how to:* Lead with empathy and demonstrate you understand what your followers are experiencing* Set a single priority and focus on it with laser precision* Learn to execute on your goals and back your words with meaningful action* Build on and cultivate your strengths and values* Lead diverse groups of people and inspire them to share a common goalPerfect for executives, managers, and other business leaders, The Joe Biden Way is a must-read resource for anyone who strives to unlock the best in their followers and colleagues and discover what sets great leaders apart from the rest of the pack.

Control of Power Electronic Converters with Microgrid ApplicationsDiscover a systematic approach to design controllers for power electronic converters and circuitsIn Control of Power Electronic Converters with Microgrid Applications, distinguished academics and authors Drs. Arindam Ghosh and Firuz Zare deliver a systematic exploration of design controllers for power electronic converters and circuits. The book offers readers the knowledge necessary to effectively design intelligent control mechanisms. It covers the theoretical requirements, like advanced control theories and the analysis and conditioning of AC signals as well as controller development and control.The authors provide readers with discussions of custom power devices, as well as both DC and AC microgrids. They also discuss the harmonic issues that are crucial in this area, as well as harmonic standardization. The book addresses a widespread lack of understanding in the control philosophy that can lead to a stable operation of converters, with a focus on the application of power electronics to power distribution systems.Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of:* A thorough introduction to controller design for different power electronic converter configurations in microgrid systems (both AC and DC)* A presentation of emerging technology in power distribution systems to integrate different renewable energy sources* Chapters on DC-DC converters and DC microgrids, as well as DC-AC converter modulation techniques and custom power devices, predictive control, and AC microgridsPerfect for manufacturers of power converters, microgrid developers and installers, as well as consultants who work in this area, Control of Power Electronic Converters with Microgrid Applications is also an indispensable reference for graduate students, senior undergraduate students, and researchers seeking a one-stop resource for the design of controllers for power electronic converters and circuits.

The increasing environmental and health concerns owing to the use of large quantities of water and hazardous chemicals in conventional textile finishing processes has lead to the design and development of new dyeing strategies and technologies.Sustainable Practices in the Textile Industry comprises 13 chapters from various research areas dealing with the application of different sustainable technologies for enhancing the dyeing and comfort properties of textile materials with substantial reduction in wastewater problems. Chapters focus on the sophisticated methods for improving dye extraction and dyeing properties which will minimize the use of bioresource products. This book also brings out the innovative ways of wet chemical processing to alleviate the environmental impacts arising from this sector. This book also discusses innovations in eco-friendly methods for textile wet processes and applications of enzymes in textiles in addition to the advancements in the use of nanotechnology for wastewater remediation.

Fundamentals of Modern Manufacturing: Materials, Processes, and Systems is designed for a first course or two-course sequence in manufacturing at the junior or senior level in mechanical, industrial, and manufacturing engineering curricula. The distinctive and "modern" approach of the book emerges from its balanced coverage of the basic engineering materials, the inclusion of recent manufacturing processes and comprehensive coverage of electronics manufacturing technologies. The quantitative focus of the text is displayed in its emphasis on manufacturing science, greater use of mathematical models and end-of-chapter problems. This International Adaptation of the book offers revised and expanded coverage of topics and new sections on contemporary materials and processes. The new and updated examples and practice problems helps students gain solid foundational knowledge and the edition has been completely updated to use SI units.

Explores how the management of wetlands can influence carbon storage and fluxes.Wetlands are vital natural assets, including their ability to take-up atmospheric carbon and restrict subsequent carbon loss to facilitate long-term storage. They can be deliberately managed to provide a natural solution to mitigate climate change, as well as to help offset direct losses of wetlands from various land-use changes and natural drivers.Wetland Carbon and Environmental Management presents a collection of wetland research studies from around the world to demonstrate how environmental management can improve carbon sequestration while enhancing wetland health and function.Volume highlights include:* Overview of carbon storage in the landscape* Introduction to wetland management practices* Comparisons of natural, managed, and converted wetlands* Impact of wetland management on carbon storage or loss* Techniques for scientific assessment of wetland carbon processes* Case studies covering tropical, coastal, inland, and northern wetlands* Primer for carbon offset trading programs and how wetlands might contributeThe American Geophysical Union promotes discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity.Its publications disseminate scientific knowledge and provide resources for researchers, students, and professionals.

Das Cyber-Ökosystem kann unser natürliches Ökosystem nachbilden, in dem verschiedene lebende und nicht lebende Dinge miteinander interagieren, um bestimmte Aufgaben zu erfüllen. Ganz ähnlich arbeiten die verschiedenen Einheiten des Cyber-Ökosystems auf digitaler Ebene zusammen, um unseren Lebensstil durch die Schaffung intelligenter und automatisierter Systeme/Prozesse zu revolutionieren. Die Hauptakteure des Cyber-Ökosystems sind insbesondere das Internet der Dinge (IoT), die künstliche Intelligenz (KI) und Mechanismen zur Gewährleistung der Cybersicherheit.In diesem Buch wird aufgezeigt, wie die Kombination dieser Technologien eine digitale, nachhaltige sozioökonomische Infrastruktur ermöglicht, die unsere Lebensqualität verbessert. Es werden fortschrittliche Automatisierungsmethoden vorgestellt, die mit verbesserten Geschäfts- und Prüfungsmodellen, universellen Authentifizierungsschemata, transparenter Governance und innovativen Prognosen einhergehen.

The dramatic events of 2020 have clarified the urgent need for digital transformation in countless organizations.The rise of remote work and the rapidly increasing use of cloud technologies are just two drivers of the relentless pace of digital disruption. Despite this, many companies remain underequipped or hesitant to embrace digital transformation. Understanding the key drivers of change and leveraging the powerful capabilities from technologies with a collaborative platform can aid an organization to prepare for digital transformation. Building a Digital Future provides a clearly defined roadmap for executing this change with Microsoft Dynamics 365.Firms of all types and sizes will learn how Microsoft Dynamics 365 can help them:* achieve competitive advantages for their business* reduce the time needed to effect change by automating time-consuming tasks* drive innovation and improvements through an evergreen system post implementationEach chapter of this book is curated with best practices, compelling customer examples, pitfalls to avoid, and salient points to remember. Building a Digital Future enables organizations to truly embrace the benefits of digital transformation by anchoring Microsoft Dynamics 365 at the core of their business. Perfect for any business leader looking for a one-stop and comprehensive playbook for transforming their business into a digital powerhouse with Dynamics 365.

Boost profits, margins, and customer loyalty with more effective CRM strategy Managing Customer Experience and Relationships, Third Edition positions the customer as central to long-term strategy, and provides essential guidance toward optimizing that relationship for the long haul.

Boost student success by reversing your perspective on college readiness The national conversation asking "Are students college-ready?" concentrates on numerous factors that are beyond higher education's control.

Merging Optimization and Control in Power SystemsA novel exploration of distributed control in power systems with insightful discussions of physical and cyber restrictionsIn Merging Optimization and Control in Power Systems an accomplished team of engineers deliver a comprehensive introduction to distributed optimal control in power systems. The book re-imagines control design within the framework of cyber-physical systems with restrictions in both the physical and cyber spaces, addressing operational constraints, non-smooth objective functions, rapid power fluctuations caused by renewable generations, partial control coverage, communication delays, and non-identical sampling rates.This book bridges the gap between optimization and control in two ways. First, optimization-based feedback control is explored. The authors describe feedback controllers which automatically drive system states asymptotically to specific, desired optimal working points. Second, the book discusses feedback-based optimization. Leveraging the philosophy of feedback control, the authors envision the online solving of complicated optimization and control problems of power systems to adapt to time-varying environments.Readers will also find:* A thorough argument against the traditional and centralized hierarchy of power system control in favor of the merged approach described in the book* Comprehensive explorations of the fundamental changes gripping the power system today, including the increasing penetration of renewable and distributed generation, the proliferation of electric vehicles, and increases in load demand* Data, tables, illustrations, and case studies covering realistic power systems and experiments* In-depth examinations of physical and cyber restrictions, as well as the robustness and adaptability of the proposed modelPerfect for postgraduate students and researchers with the prerequisite knowledge of power system analysis, operation, and dynamics, convex optimization theory, and control theory, Merging Optimization and Control in Power Systems is an advanced and timely treatment of distributed optimal controller design.

WAVE AND CURRENT POWER GENERATIONWritten by two well-known and respected engineers, this exciting new volume is the most up-to-date and comprehensive text on power generation from waves and water currents available today to engineers, scientists, and students, also covering the latest advances in wind power generation.As the world turns further and further away from fossil fuel energy sources, unconventional and renewable sources of energy, such as power generation from water sources and wind energy, are becoming more and more important. Hydropower has been around for decades, but this book suggests new methods that are more cost-effective and less intrusive to the environment for creating power sources from rivers, the tides, and other sources of water. Written by two experts in the field, it also covers wind energy and how it can be more efficiently harnessed.This groundbreaking new volume deals with modern problems of using wind energy, namely, jet currents in the atmosphere and the energy of water flows of rivers, ocean and sea currents, including those caused by tides. Wind and water-based energy sources form an essential part of the renewable energy solution. The engineering measures discussed in this book prove, for example, that by reducing the rate of dissipation of atmospheric surface low-level currents by only one percent, it is possible to provide all of humanity with energy at rates twice the per capita consumption of the wealthiest countries. Whether for the veteran engineer or the engineering student, this book is a must-have for any library.Wave, Wind and Current Power Generation:* Is one of the first books available on wave and current power generation containing information for engineers to use for solving day-to-day problems* Assists engineers in rapidly analyzing problems and finding effective design methods and select mechanical specifications* Provides methods and proven fundamentals of process design for practical application* Helps achieve optimum operations and process conditions and shows how to translate design fundamentals into mechanical equipment specifications* Covers not just wave and current power generation, but also has a section on wind power generation and a comprehensive overview of renewable energy in the world today

Harden your business against internal and external cybersecurity threats with a single accessible resource.In 8 Steps to Better Security: A Simple Cyber Resilience Guide for Business, cybersecurity researcher and writer Kim Crawley delivers a grounded and practical roadmap to cyber resilience in any organization. Offering you the lessons she learned while working for major tech companies like Sophos, AT&T, BlackBerry Cylance, Tripwire, and Venafi, Crawley condenses the essence of business cybersecurity into eight steps.Written to be accessible to non-technical businesspeople as well as security professionals, and with insights from other security industry leaders, this important book will walk you through how to:* Foster a strong security culture that extends from the custodial team to the C-suite* Build an effective security team, regardless of the size or nature of your business* Comply with regulatory requirements, including general data privacy rules and industry-specific legislation* Test your cybersecurity, including third-party penetration testing and internal red team specialistsPerfect for CISOs, security leaders, non-technical businesspeople, and managers at any level, 8 Steps to Better Security is also a must-have resource for companies of all sizes, and in all industries.

Gain a reflexive knowledge of interior codes with this comprehensive study guide The Codes Guidebook for Interiors is the industry's reference of choice, with complete coverage of all codes and standards that apply to interiors.

The Interactive Resource Center is an online learning environment where instructors and students can access the tools they need to make efficient use of their time, while reinforcing and assessing their understanding of key concepts for successful understanding of the course.

Unlock the enormous potential of strategic partnershipsYou think you know partnerships, don't you? But the nature -- and growth potential -- of partnerships for business has transformed in recent years. In The Partnership Economy, partnership automation expert and impact.com CEO David A. Yovanno delivers an insightful, actionable guide to navigating this newly defined era and growing your company's revenue far beyond expectations.Using real-life examples from well-known brands such as Fabletics, Target, Ticketmaster, Walmart, and more, the book offers practical frameworks on how to unlock the value of modern partnerships. Along with showing how partnerships build brand awareness, customer loyalty, and competitive advantage, Yovanno reveals the tremendous possibilities for growth when partnership agreements work in concert across all partnership types, such as influencers, commerce content publishers, business-to-business integrations, and affiliate rewards.In this book, you'll learn:* Why and how the most innovative companies, both large and small, and across industries, invest in their partnership programs and consequently drive up to a third or more revenue for their organization* How a variety of partnership types, including influencers, commerce content, traditional affiliate programs, and more, operate and how each can make a difference in your business* Why you don't have to wait -- you can begin your partnerships strategy today, either in-house or through agency partners, with a point-by-point startup plan and roadmap for growth* What partnership maturity means and how to diversify and grow your partnerships program to fully unleash your organization's growth potentialPerfect for founders, executives, managers, and anyone responsible for revenue acquisition in any industry or sector, The Partnership Economy is an indispensable guide for anyone planning to grow their business and its revenue.

Comprehensive resource presenting important recent advances in wireless communications for URLLC services, including device-to-device communication, multi-connectivity, and moreUltra-Reliable and Low-Latency Communications (URLLC) Theory and Practice discusses the typical scenarios, possible solutions, and state-of-the-art techniques that enable URLLC in different perspectives from the physical layer to higher-level approaches, aiming to tackle URLLC's challenges with both theoretical and practical approaches, which bridges the lacuna between theory and practice.With long-term contributions to the development of future wireless networks. the text systematically presents a thorough study of the novel and innovative paradigm of URLLC; basic requirements are covered, along with essential definitions, state-of-the-arttechnologies, and promising research directions of URLLC. To aid in reader comprehension, tables, figures, design schematics, and examples are provided to illustrate abstract engineering concepts and make the text more accessible to a broader readership, and corresponding case studies are included in the last part of the book.Fundamental problems in URLLC, including designing building blocks for URLLC, radio resource management in URLLC, resource optimization, network availability guarantee, and coexisting with other future mobile networks, are also discussed.In Ultra-Reliable and Low-Latency Communications (URLLC) Theory and Practice, readers can expect to find detailed information on:* BCH and analog codes, stable matching, OFDM demodulation and turbo coding, and semi-blind receivers for URLLC* MIMO-NOMA with URLLC, PHY and MAC layer technologies for URLLC, and Network slicing or SDN for URLLC and eMBB* Integrating theoretical knowledge into deep learning for URLLC, Energy-Latency tradeoff in URLLC, and Downlink transmission for URLLC under physical layer aspects* Resource allocation for multi-user downlink URLLC, HARQ optimization for 5G URLLC, and Multi-Access edge computing with URLLCA unique resource with comprehensive yet accessible coverage of a complicated subject, Ultra-Reliable and Low-Latency Communications (URLLC) Theory and Practice is an ideal resource for a large and diverse population of researchers and practitioners in engineering, computer scientists, and senior undergraduate and graduate students in related programs of study.