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Machine Learning Algorithms is for current and ambitious machine learning specialists looking to implement solutions to real-world machine learning problems. It talks entirely about the various applications of machine and deep learning techniques, with each chapter dealing with a novel approach of machine learning architecture for a specific application, and then compares the results with previous algorithms.The book discusses many methods based in different fields, including statistics, pattern recognition, neural networks, artificial intelligence, sentiment analysis, control, and data mining, in order to present a unified treatment of machine learning problems and solutions. All learning algorithms are explained so that the user can easily move from the equations in the book to a computer program.

APPLIED MEDICAL STATISTICSAn up-to-date exploration of foundational concepts in statistics and probability for medical students and researchersMedical journals and researchers are increasingly recognizing the need for improved statistical rigor in medical science. In Applied Medical Statistics, renowned statistician and researcher Dr. Jingmei Jiang delivers a clear, coherent, and accessible introduction to basic statistical concepts, ideal for medical students and medical research practitioners. The book will help readers master foundational concepts in statistical analysis and assist in the development of a critical understanding of the basic rationale of statistical analysis techniques.The distinguished author presents information without assuming the reader has a background in specialized mathematics, statistics, or probability. All of the described methods are illustrated with up-to-date examples based on real-world medical research, supplemented by exercises and case discussions to help solidify the concepts and give readers an opportunity to critically evaluate different research scenarios.Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of:* A thorough introduction to basic concepts in statistics, including foundational terms and definitions, location and spread of data distributions, population parameters estimation, and statistical hypothesis tests* Explorations of commonly used statistical methods, including t-tests,analysis of variance, and linear regression* Discussions of advanced analysis topics, including multiple linear regression and correlation, logistic regression, and survival analysis* Substantive exercises and case discussions at the end of each chapterPerfect for postgraduate medical students, clinicians, and medical and biomedical researchers, Applied Medical Statistics will also earn a place on the shelf of any researcher with an interest in biostatistics or applying statistical methods to their own field of research.

Explore the foundational and advanced subjects associated with proportional-integral-derivative controllers from leading authors in the fieldIn PID Passivity-Based Control of Nonlinear Systems with Applications, expert researchers and authors Drs. Romeo Ortega, Jose Guadalupe Romero, Pablo Borja, and Alejandro Donaire deliver a comprehensive and detailed discussion of the most crucial and relevant concepts in the analysis and design of proportional-integral-derivative controllers using passivity techniques. The accomplished authors present a formal treatment of the recent research in the area and offer readers practical applications of the developed methods to physical systems, including electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, power electronics, and process control.The book offers the material with minimal mathematical background, making it relevant to a wide audience. Familiarity with the theoretical tools reported in the control systems literature is not necessary to understand the concepts contained within. You'll learn about a wide range of concepts, including disturbance rejection via PID control, PID control of mechanical systems, and Lyapunov stability of PID controllers.Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of:* A thorough introduction to a class of physical systems described in the port-Hamiltonian form and a presentation of the systematic procedures to design PID-PBC for them* An exploration of the applications to electrical, electromechanical, and process control systems of Lyapunov stability of PID controllers* Practical discussions of the regulation and tracking of bilinear systems via PID control and their application to power electronics and thermal process control* A concise treatment of the characterization of passive outputs, incremental models, and Port Hamiltonian and Euler-Lagrange systemsPerfect for senior undergraduate and graduate students studying control systems, PID Passivity-Based Control will also earn a place in the libraries of engineers who practice in this area and seek a one-stop and fully updated reference on the subject.

Discover foundational and advanced techniques in quantitative equity trading from a veteran insiderIn Quantitative Portfolio Management: The Art and Science of Statistical Arbitrage, distinguished physicist-turned-quant Dr. Michael Isichenko delivers a systematic review of the quantitative trading of equities, or statistical arbitrage. The book teaches you how to source financial data, learn patterns of asset returns from historical data, generate and combine multiple forecasts, manage risk, build a stock portfolio optimized for risk and trading costs, and execute trades.In this important book, you'll discover:* Machine learning methods of forecasting stock returns in efficient financial markets* How to combine multiple forecasts into a single model by using secondary machine learning, dimensionality reduction, and other methods* Ways of avoiding the pitfalls of overfitting and the curse of dimensionality, including topics of active research such as "benign overfitting" in machine learning* The theoretical and practical aspects of portfolio construction, including multi-factor risk models, multi-period trading costs, and optimal leveragePerfect for investment professionals, like quantitative traders and portfolio managers, Quantitative Portfolio Management will also earn a place in the libraries of data scientists and students in a variety of statistical and quantitative disciplines. It is an indispensable guide for anyone who hopes to improve their understanding of how to apply data science, machine learning, and optimization to the stock market.

Unlock the power of a simple phone call to boost your sales with guidance from a world-renowned expertIn Pick Up The Phone and Sell: How Proactive Calls To Customers and Prospects Can Double Your Sales, sales expert, consultant, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Alex Goldfayn delivers a comprehensive roadmap to one of the most important weapons in any salesperson's arsenal: the phone.From the author of Selling Boldly and 5-Minute Selling, the book teaches you techniques to supercharge your sales by making the proactive call the tip of your selling spear. In addition to critical advice on how to call people you don't know, this timely and important book includes:* A thorough introduction to the power of a proactive phone call and links to free call planners and trackers at goldfayn.com* Direction on how to use text messaging as an adjunct to phone sales* Instructions on the appropriate role of social media, including LinkedIn, in boosting telephone sales* Guidance on how to stop being afraid of phone calls and how to effectively warm up any cold call.Perfect for new and experienced salespeople alike, who are more comfortable with email, videoconferencing, social media, and text than they are with the telephone, Pick Up The Phone and Sell is an indispensable guide to one of the most important and lucrative tools in the selling profession.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE HARDWARE DESIGNLearn foundational and advanced topics in Neural Processing Unit design with real-world examples from leading voices in the fieldIn Artificial Intelligence Hardware Design: Challenges and Solutions, distinguished researchers and authors Drs. Albert Chun Chen Liu and Oscar Ming Kin Law deliver a rigorous and practical treatment of the design applications of specific circuits and systems for accelerating neural network processing. Beginning with a discussion and explanation of neural networks and their developmental history, the book goes on to describe parallel architectures, streaming graphs for massive parallel computation, and convolution optimization.The authors offer readers an illustration of in-memory computation through Georgia Tech's Neurocube and Stanford's Tetris accelerator using the Hybrid Memory Cube, as well as near-memory architecture through the embedded eDRAM of the Institute of Computing Technology, the Chinese Academy of Science, and other institutions.Readers will also find a discussion of 3D neural processing techniques to support multiple layer neural networks, as well as information like:* A thorough introduction to neural networks and neural network development history, as well as Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) models* Explorations of various parallel architectures, including the Intel CPU, Nvidia GPU, Google TPU, and Microsoft NPU, emphasizing hardware and software integration for performance improvement* Discussions of streaming graph for massive parallel computation with the Blaize GSP and Graphcore IPU* An examination of how to optimize convolution with UCLA Deep Convolutional Neural Network accelerator filter decompositionPerfect for hardware and software engineers and firmware developers, Artificial Intelligence Hardware Design is an indispensable resource for anyone working with Neural Processing Units in either a hardware or software capacity.

Phosphors for Radiation DetectorPhosphors for Radiation DetectorsDiscover a comprehensive overview of luminescence phosphors for radiation detectionIn Phosphors for Radiation Detection, accomplished researchers Takayuki Yanagida and Masanori Koshimizu deliver a state-of-the-art exploration of the use of phosphors in radiation detection. The internationally recognized contributors discuss the fundamental physics and detector functions associated with the technology with a focus on real-world applications.The book discusses all forms of luminescence phosphors for radiation detection used in a variety of fields, including medicine, security, resource exploration, environmental monitoring, and high energy physics.Readers will discover discussions of dosimeter materials, including thermally stimulated luminescent materials, optically stimulated luminescent materials, and radiophotoluminescence materials. The book also covers transparent ceramics and glasses and a broad range of devices used in this area.Phosphors for Radiation Detection also includes:* Thorough introductions to ionizing radiation induced luminescence, organic scintillators, and inorganic oxide scintillators* Comprehensive explorations of luminescent materials, including discussions of materials synthesis and their use in gamma-ray, neutron, and charged particle detection* Practical discussions of semiconductor scintillators, including treatments of organic-inorganic layered perovskite materials for scintillation detectors* In-depth examinations of thermally stimulated luminescent materials, including discussions of the dosimetric properties for photons, charged particles, and neutronsRelevant for research physicists, materials scientists, and electrical engineers, Phosphors for Radiation Detection is an also an indispensable resource for postgraduate and senior undergraduate students working in detection physics.

Explore an insightful summary of the major self-contained aiding technologies for pedestrian navigation from established and emerging leaders in the fieldPedestrian Inertial Navigation with Self-Contained Aiding delivers a comprehensive and broad treatment of self-contained aiding techniques in pedestrian inertial navigation. The book combines an introduction to the general concept of navigation and major navigation and aiding techniques with more specific discussions of topics central to the field, as well as an exploration of the future of the future of the field: Ultimate Navigation Chip (uNavChip) technology.The most commonly used implementation of pedestrian inertial navigation, strapdown inertial navigation, is discussed at length, as are the mechanization, implementation, error analysis, and adaptivity of zero-velocity update aided inertial navigation algorithms. The book demonstrates the implementation of ultrasonic sensors, ultra-wide band (UWB) sensors, and magnetic sensors. Ranging techniques are considered as well, including both foot-to-foot ranging and inter-agent ranging, and learning algorithms, navigation with signals of opportunity, and cooperative localization are discussed. Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of:* A thorough introduction to the general concept of navigation as well as major navigation and aiding techniques* An exploration of inertial navigation implementation, Inertial Measurement Units, and strapdown inertial navigation* A discussion of error analysis in strapdown inertial navigation, as well as the motivation of aiding techniques for pedestrian inertial navigation* A treatment of the zero-velocity update (ZUPT) aided inertial navigation algorithm, including its mechanization, implementation, error analysis, and adaptivityPerfect for students and researchers in the field who seek a broad understanding of the subject, Pedestrian Inertial Navigation with Self-Contained Aiding will also earn a place in the libraries of industrial researchers and industrial marketing analysts who need a self-contained summary of the foundational elements of the field.

INTRODUCTION TO THEORETICAL AND MATHEMATICAL FLUID DYNAMICSA practical treatment of mathematical fluid dynamicsIn Introduction to Theoretical and Mathematical Fluid Dynamics, distinguished researcher Dr. Bhimsen K. Shivamoggi delivers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of fluid dynamics from a mathematical point of view. The book introduces readers to the mathematical study of fluid behavior and highlights areas of active research in fluid dynamics. With coverage of advances in the field over the last 15 years, this book provides in-depth examinations of theoretical and mathematical fluid dynamics with a particular focus on incompressible and compressible fluid flows.Introduction to Theoretical and Mathematical Fluid Dynamics includes practical applications and exercises to illustrate the concepts discussed within, and real-world examples are explained throughout the text. Clear and explanatory material accompanies the rigorous mathematics, making the book perfect for students seeking to learn and retain this complex subject.The book also offers:* A thorough introduction to the basic concepts and equations of fluid dynamics, including an introduction to the fluid model, the equations of fluid flows, and surface tension effects* Comprehensive explorations of the dynamics of incompressible fluid flows, fluid kinematics and dynamics, the complex-variable method, and three-dimensional irrotational flows* Practical discussions of the dynamics of compressible fluid flows, including a review of thermodynamics, isentropic fluid flows, potential flows, and nonlinear theory of plane sound wavesIdeal for graduate-level students taking courses on mathematical fluid dynamics as part of a program in mathematics, engineering, or physics, Introduction to Theoretical and Mathematical Fluid Dynamics is also an indispensable resource for practicing applied mathematicians, engineers, and physicists.

Power Flow Control Solutions for a Modern Grid using SMART Power Flow ControllersProvides students and practicing engineers with the foundation required to perform studies of power system networks and mitigate unique power flow problemsPower Flow Control Solutions for a Modern Grid using SMART Power Flow Controllers is a clear and accessible introduction to power flow control in complex transmission systems. Starting with basic electrical engineering concepts and theory, the authors provide step-by-step explanations of the modeling techniques of various power flow controllers (PFCs), such as the voltage regulating transformer (VRT), the phase angle regulator (PAR), and the unified power flow controller (UPFC). The textbook covers the most up-to-date advancements in the Sen transformer (ST), including various forms of two-core designs and hybrid architectures for a wide variety of applications.Beginning with an overview of the origin and development of modern power flow controllers, the authors explain each topic in straightforward engineering terms--corroborating theory with relevant mathematics. Throughout the text, easy-to-understand chapters present characteristic equations of various power flow controllers, explain modeling in the Electromagnetic Transients Program (EMTP), compare transformer-based and mechanically-switched PFCs, discuss grid congestion and power flow limitations, and more. This comprehensive textbook:* Describes why effective Power Flow Controllers should be viewed as impedance regulators* Provides computer simulation codes of the various power flow controllers in the EMTP programming language* Contains numerous worked examples and data cases to clarify complex issues* Includes results from the simulation study of an actual network* Features models based on the real-world experiences the authors, co-inventors of first-generation FACTS controllersWritten by two acknowledged leaders in the field, Power Flow Control Solutions for a Modern Grid using SMART Power Flow Controllers is an ideal textbook for graduate students in electrical engineering, and a must-read for power engineering practitioners, regulators, and researchers.

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Ziel dieses Buchs ist eine Analyse, wie das Semantic Web nach aktuellem Stand eingesetzt wird, um das Problem der Integration und Interoperabilität von Gesundheitsdaten zu lösen, wobei es fortschrittliche Möglichkeiten zur Datenverknüpfung bietet, um die Suche nach und das Abrufen von medizinischen Daten zu verbessern. In einigen Kapiteln werden die Instrumente und Ansätze zur semantischen Analyse von Gesundheitsdaten und zur Wissenserschließung analysiert. Außerdem wird die Rolle der semantischen Technologien bei der Extraktion und Umwandlung von Gesundheitsdaten vor der Speicherung in Datenpools betrachtet. Auch unterschiedliche Ansätze für die Integration heterogener Gesundheitsdaten werden erörtert. Insgesamt hilft das Buch den Leserinnen und Lesern, die wichtigsten Konzepte von Semantic-Web-Anwendungen im Bereich der Biomedizintechnik und des Gesundheitswesens zu verstehen.

Biosurfactants for a Sustainable FutureExplore the state-of-the-art in biosurfactant technology and its applications in environmental remediation, biomedicine, and biotechnologyBiosurfactants for a Sustainable Future explores recent developments in biosurfactants and their use in a variety of cutting-edge applications. The book opens a window on the rapid development of microbiology by explaining how microbes and their products are used in advanced medical technology and in the sustainable remediation of emerging environmental contaminants.The book emphasizes the different techniques that are used for the production of biosurfactants from microorganisms and their characterization. Various aspects of biosurfactants, including structural characteristics, developments, production, bio-economics and their sustainable use in the environment and biomedicine, are addressed, and the book also presents metagenomic strategies to facilitate the discovery of novel biosurfactants producing microorganisms. Readers will benefit from the inclusion of:* A thorough introduction to the state-of-the-art in biosurfactant technology, techniques, and applications* An exploration of biosurfactant enhanced remediation of sediments contaminated with organics and inorganics* A discussion of perspectives for biomedical and biotechnological applications of biosurfactants* A review of the antiviral, antimicrobial, and antibiofilm potential of biosurfactants against multi-drug-resistant pathogens.* An examination of biosurfactant-inspired control of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureusPerfect for academic researchers and scientists working in the petrochemical industry, pharmaceutical industry, and in the agroindustry, Biosurfactants for a Sustainable Future will also earn a place in the libraries of scientists working in environmental biotechnology, environmental science, and biomedical engineering.

In den 16 Kapiteln dieses Buches werden neue Architekturen, Vernetzungsparadigmen, vertrauenswürdige Strukturen und Plattformen für die Integration von Anwendungen in verschiedenen Geschäftsbereichen und Branchen erörtert, die für die Einführung (stationärer oder mobiler) ?intelligenter Dinge? in kollaborativen autonomen Flotten erforderlich sind. Die neuen Anwendungen beschleunigen den Fortschritt der Paradigmen beim Design autonomer Systeme und die Verbreitung des Internets der robotischen Dinge (IoRT). Kollaborative robotische Dinge können im IoRT mit anderen Dingen kommunizieren, selbständig lernen, sicher mit der Welt, Menschen und anderen Dingen interagieren und sich Eigenschaften wie Selbstwartung, Selbstwahrnehmung, Selbstheilung und Ausfallsicherheit aneignen. Durch die Allgegenwärtigkeit der robotischen Dinge gewinnt das ?Internet der robotischen Dinge?, das die Sensoren und die Objekte robotischer Dinge miteinander verbindet, zunehmend an Popularität.

Help kids be their best with Jon Gordon's beloved children's booksPositive kids grow up to be positive adults. No one knows this better than Jon Gordon, the bestselling author and inspirational speaker acclaimed for his engaging storytelling and powerful life lessons. Across 24 books, Gordon has helped parents, mentors, coaches, and teachers around the world encourage and inspire children of all ages.The Jon Gordon Children's Books Box Set teaches kids and adults alike about the value of a positive mindset, teamwork, kindness, thankfulness, friendship, selflessness, and much more. Packed with colorful illustrations and invaluable insights, this set includes Gordon's entire library of children's books.* The Energy Bus for Kids shows children how to overcome negativity, bullying, and everyday challenges--helping them to find their inner motivation and pass on positive energy to others. Share this illustrated adaptation of Jon Gordon's international bestseller to help kids be their best and enjoy their journey to becoming positive adults.* Thank You and Good Night takes children on a fun-filled journey from one perfect moonlit night to the next as they explore the people, places, and things they are thankful for. This beautifully illustrated book will help make "Thank You" the phrase that brightens any kid's day and helps them get a good night's sleep.* The Hard Hat for Kids teaches children how to be a great teammate by living the "We Before Me" philosophy every day. Adapted from Jon Gordon's bestseller The Hard Hat, this engaging story offers life-changing lessons that will give kids a new outlook on cooperation, friendship, and the selfless nature of true teamwork.* One Word for Kids asks, "If you could choose only one word to help you have your best year ever, what would it be?" This delightful story helps children discover their one word--and learn a lot about themselves, what they love, and what is important to them in the process.* The Coffee Bean for Kids offers children a simple lesson for becoming the kind of leader who creates positive change in the world. This insightful, illustrated story shows kids how sharing smiles, kindness, and positive energy can change the environment around them--just like a coffee bean transforms a pot of hot water.Based on the same principles the author has used to drive the success of thousands of top-level leaders at Fortune 500 companies, school districts, nonprofits, professional sports teams, and leading colleges and universities, The Jon Gordon Children's Books Box Set is a vital resource for anyone wanting to fill a child's life with positivity, belief, hope, and encouragement.

Six of Jon Gordon's timeless, inspiring fables in one collectionKnown around the world as the master of the modern business fable, Jon Gordon has helped millions of people from all walks of life achieve meaningful success. Combining inspirational stories and powerful, real-world strategies, Gordon's fables have become required reading for everyone seeking extraordinary achievement in both their professional and personal lives.The Jon Gordon Inspirational Fables Box Set features six simple stories that reveal powerful lessons about positivity and determination, purpose and excellence, collaboration and teamwork, passion and perseverance, and much more. Turning abstract and complex subjects into easy-to-understand lessons, the fables featured in this invaluable collection include:* The Energy Bus, the internationally-bestselling fable that takes you on an enlightening and inspirational journey to true accomplishment for yourself and your team. Discover the ten secrets for fueling your life and work with the kind of positive energy that can turn any negative situation into positive achievement.* The No Complaining Rule shows you how to forever banish the negativity that costs businesses billions of dollars and severely damages the morale, productivity, and health of individuals and teams. Learn to use powerful principles with a step-by-step action plan to create infectious positivity throughout any workplace.* Training Camp will inspire you to keep your dreams alive, to never give up, and to succeed against all odds. Filled with priceless lessons and insights, this life-affirming fable shows you what it takes to be the best of the best--revealing the path to true excellence for yourself and your team.* Soup gives you the "recipe" for creating a winning culture and boosting employee morale and engagement. Learn the key ingredients for uniting, engaging, and inspiring your team--and stirring the passion that delivers superior results.* The Seed, an enlightening business fable that takes you on a cross-country search for the meaning and passion behind work. Discover how planting a seed of inspiration reveals surprising new sources of wisdom and discover your purpose in work and life.* The Carpenter shows you that there's no such thing as an overnight success--but there are timeless principles to help you stand out, achieve, and make a positive impact in the world. Packed with powerful lessons and success strategies, this engaging story will inspire you to build a better life, career, and team.Packed with enduring wisdom and step-by-step guidance, The Jon Gordon Inspirational Fables Box Set is a must-have for everyone from C-suite executives, managers, and team leaders to mentors, coaches, and trainers who want to infuse passion and achievement into their own lives and the lives of those around them.

Overcome the fears and challenges of life--seven of Jon Gordon's most inspiring quick reads in one collection.Bestselling author and inspirational speaker Jon Gordon has devoted his life to helping people reach their greatest potential. He is celebrated for the way he takes complex subjects and distills them into engaging stories--infusing optimism, encouragement, positivity, and grit into the lives of millions of people around the world.The Jon Gordon Inspiring Quick Reads Box Set features seven of the author's most powerful books on overcoming fear and anxiety, nurturing personal growth and positivity, thriving through change, creating clarity and focus, cultivating teamwork, and creating meaningful and lasting success.* The Shark and the Goldfish, a fable that strengthens the courage and confidence you need to overcome fear and uncertainty in difficult times--and thrive! Features charming illustrations and an action plan filled with practical tips and proven strategies.* The Positive Dog, a delightful story that shows you that we all have two dogs inside of us: one is positive, the other is negative. Learn how feeding your positive dog also nourishes those around you--to everyone's immense benefit!* One Word shows you how to create simplicity in your world and develop a discipline for life through the power of just one word. Discover your yearly word to positively impact all six dimensions of your life--and lead the way to clarity and success.* Life Word shares a simple yet powerful tool that identifies the word that will inspire you to leave your greatest legacy. Follow the step-by-step process that will help you live your best life with a renewed sense of confidence, purpose, and passion.* The Coffee Bean, a powerful illustrated fable that teaches you how to transform your environment, overcome challenges, and create positive change in yourself and those around you.* The Garden, the spiritual fable that brings the power of faith, hope, and love to real life. Infused with thought-provoking ideas and practical strategies, this life-changing story shows you how to overcome fear with faith, encouragement, truth, and belief--for yourself and the people you love and care about.* Stick Together delivers a critical message about the power of belief, ownership, connection, love, inclusion, consistency, and hope. This illustrated fable takes you on an inspirational journey that will help you and your team create an unbreakable bond, persevere through challenges, overcome obstacles, and create enduring success--together.The time-tested wisdom and practical guidance contained in The Jon Gordon Inspiring Quick Reads Box Set is invaluable for CEOs and leaders, team members and coworkers, parents, mentors, coaches, and individuals looking to instill passion, purpose, and achievement into every aspect of their lives.

In diesem Buch werden die verschiedenen Aspekte der Gummi-Gummi-Haftung betrachtet. Gummi ist ein Polymer mit einer Glasübergangstemperatur deutlich unterhalb der Raumtemperatur, daher sind die Ketten bei Raumtemperatur und höheren Temperaturen äußerst mobil. Diese Eigenschaft macht das Material sehr vielseitig. Gummi wird in zahlreichen Anwendungen eingesetzt, vom Bergbau über Fahrzeugreifen bis zum Space-Shuttle. In all diesen Fällen werden Gummimischungen in Verbundstoffen verwendet und zusammengefügt. Je höher die Haftung, desto höher ist auch die Verbindungsfestigkeit. Die Grundsätze der Adhäsionswissenschaft und -technik werden umfassend genutzt, um bessere Verbindungen und somit nützlichere Produkte herzustellen. Der Inhalt dieses Werks ist nicht nur von theoretischer Bedeutung, sondern hat auch Auswirkungen auf die Praxis. Die Gummi-Gummi-Haftung ist ein allgegenwärtiges Thema. Daher ist das Buch ein wichtiges Hilfsmittel für Wissenschaftler, Mitarbeitende in der Forschung und Entwicklung, Beschäftigte in Unternehmen sowie Personen, die sich in der Praxis mit Gummi und Haftung beschäftigen.Das Buch findet in den unterschiedlichsten Fachgebieten Verwendung (Polymere, Materialwissenschaft, Verfahrenstechnik, Chemie usw.). Zunächst wird das Material Gummi vorgestellt, es folgt eine Charakterisierung von Gummi, Angaben zu Gummioberflächen und -verbindungen und schließlich befassen sich die weiteren Kapitel mit der Gummi-Gummi-Haftung. Die wissenschaftlichen Aspekte, die zum Verständnis der Technik erforderlich sind, werden hervorgehoben. Das Werk enthält eine ausführliche Darstellung der Haftung zwischen unvulkanisierten Elastomeren, der Selbstheilung von Elastomeren, der Haftung zwischen Elastomermischungen durch Co-Vernetzung, der Haftung zwischen teilvulkanisierten Gummimischungen und teilvulkanisierten Gummimischungen, der Haftung zwischen vulkanisiertem Gummi und unvulkanisiertem Gummi oder teilvulkanisiertem Gummi sowie der Haftung zwischen vulkanisiertem Gummi und vulkanisiertem Gummi.

This book addresses the topic of integrated digitization of plants on an objective basis and in a holistic manner by sharing data, applying analytics tools and integrating workflows via pertinent examples from industry. It begins with an evaluation of current performance management practices and an overview of the need for a "Connected Plant" via digitalization followed by sections on "Connected Assets: Improve Reliability and Utilization," "Connected Processes: Optimize Performance and Economic Margin " and "Connected People: Digitalizing the Workforce and Workflows and Developing Ownership and Digital Culture," then culminating in a final section entitled "Putting All Together Into an Intelligent Digital Twin Platform for Smart Operations and Demonstrated by Application cases."

Master the techniques necessary to build and use computational models of porous media fluid flowIn The Mathematics of Fluid Flow Through Porous Media, distinguished professor and mathematician Dr. Myron B. Allen delivers a one-stop and mathematically rigorous source of the foundational principles of porous medium flow modeling. The book shows readers how to design intelligent computation models for groundwater flow, contaminant transport, and petroleum reservoir simulation.Discussions of the mathematical fundamentals allow readers to prepare to work on computational problems at the frontiers of the field. Introducing several advanced techniques, including the method of characteristics, fundamental solutions, similarity methods, and dimensional analysis, The Mathematics of Fluid Flow Through Porous Media is an indispensable resource for students who have not previously encountered these concepts and need to master them to conduct computer simulations.Teaching mastery of a subject that has increasingly become a standard tool for engineers and applied mathematicians, and containing 75 exercises suitable for self-study or as part of a formal course, the book also includes:* A thorough introduction to the mechanics of fluid flow in porous media, including the kinematics of simple continua, single-continuum balance laws, and constitutive relationships* An exploration of single-fluid flows in porous media, including Darcy's Law, non-Darcy flows, the single-phase flow equation, areal flows, and flows with wells* Practical discussions of solute transport, including the transport equation, hydrodynamic dispersion, one-dimensional transport, and transport with adsorption* A treatment of multiphase flows, including capillarity at the micro- and macroscalePerfect for graduate students in mathematics, civil engineering, petroleum engineering, soil science, and geophysics, The Mathematics of Fluid Flow Through Porous Media also belongs on the bookshelves of any researcher who wishes to extend their research into areas involving flows in porous media.

Master CEH v11 and identify your weak spotsCEH: Certified Ethical Hacker Version 11 Practice Tests are the ideal preparation for this high-stakes exam. Five complete, unique practice tests are designed to help you identify weak spots in your understanding, so you can direct your preparation efforts efficiently and gain the confidence--and skills--you need to pass. These tests cover all section sections of the exam blueprint, allowing you to test your knowledge of Background, Analysis/Assessment, Security, Tools/Systems/Programs, Procedures/Methodology, Regulation/Policy, and Ethics. Coverage aligns with CEH version 11, including material to test your knowledge of reconnaissance and scanning, cloud, tablet, and mobile and wireless security and attacks, the latest vulnerabilities, and the new emphasis on Internet of Things (IoT). The exams are designed to familiarize CEH candidates with the test format, allowing them to become more comfortable apply their knowledge and skills in a high-pressure test setting. The ideal companion for the Sybex CEH v11 Study Guide, this book is an invaluable tool for anyone aspiring to this highly-regarded certification.Offered by the International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants, the Certified Ethical Hacker certification is unique in the penetration testing sphere, and requires preparation specific to the CEH exam more than general IT security knowledge. This book of practice tests help you steer your study where it needs to go by giving you a glimpse of exam day while there's still time to prepare.* Practice all seven sections of the CEH v11 exam* Test your knowledge of security, tools, procedures, and regulations* Gauge your understanding of vulnerabilities and threats* Master the material well in advance of exam dayBy getting inside the mind of an attacker, you gain a one-of-a-kind perspective that dramatically boosts your marketability and advancement potential. If you're ready to attempt this unique certification, the CEH: Certified Ethical Hacker Version 11 Practice Tests are the major preparation tool you should not be without.

Capitalize on the latest educational research and youth voices to inform your teaching and become more culturally and developmentally awareIn Who's In My Classroom?, accomplished educator and author delivers an inspirational and practical combination of true stories from teens in Youth Communication's award-winning writing program and the most current educational research. The book links theories of adolescent development and identity formation to best practices in real-world classrooms where teachers strive to form supportive relationships with students.In this book, you'll find:* Narrative and explanations of the most cutting-edge research in educational and developmental psychology and cultural competence* Excerpts from stories by students specifically written and edited with social and emotional learning competencies in mind* Practical and concrete strategies for administrators and teachers to implement for sustainable improvement in learning outcomes for their students, including the use of Youth Communication's storiesPerfect for K-12 educators, counselors, and administrators, Who's In My Classroom? is also an indispensable resource for higher education professionals and pre-service teachers seeking a practical guide to help them become more developmentally and culturally responsive in their work.

Achieve exceptional results with your organization's next partnership for corporate innovationIn Gorillas Can Dance, distinguished international business strategy professor and expert Dr. Shameen Prashantham delivers a proven roadmap for large corporations collaborating with startups. Drawing on over a decade of international research, Dr. Prashantham explains the "why," "how," and "where" of corporate-startup partnering.In this book, you'll learn:* How to focus on the three pillars of synergy, interface, and exemplar to achieve outstanding results in your partnership* Why the very thing that attracts large corporations to startups--their significant differences--also makes it difficult to work together* Where in the world to find your ideal startup partnerships and how to use them as a force for goodPerfect for C-suite executives, managers, business unit heads, and corporate innovation managers, Gorillas Can Dance is a must-have resource for business leaders seeking strategic guidance on partnering and collaborating with startups.

Figliola and Beasley s 6th edition of Theory and Design for Mechanical Measurements provides a time-tested and respected approach to the theory of engineering measurements. An emphasis on the role of statistics and uncertainty analysis in the measuring process makes this text unique.

Securing Delay-Tolerant Networks with BPSecOne-stop reference on how to secure a Delay-Tolerant Network (DTN), written by experienced industry insidersSecuring Delay-Tolerant Networks with BPSec answers the question, "How can delay-tolerant networks be secured when operating in environments that would otherwise break many of the common security approaches used on the terrestrial Internet today?"The text is composed of three sections: (1) security considerations for delay-tolerant networks, (2) the design, implementation, and customization of the BPSec protocol, and (3) how this protocol can be applied, combined with other security protocols, and deployed in emerging network environments.The text includes pragmatic considerations for deploying BPSec in both regular and delay-tolerant networks. It also features a tutorial on how to achieve several important security outcomes with a combination of security protocols, BPSec included.Overall, it covers best practices for common security functions, clearly showing designers how to prevent network architecture from being over-constrained by traditional security approaches.Written by the lead author and originator of the BPSec protocol specification, Securing Delay-Tolerant Networks (DTNs) with BPSec includes information on:* The gap between cryptography and network security, how security requirements constrain network architectures, and why we need something different* DTN stressing conditions, covering intermittent connectivity, congested paths, partitioned topologies, limited link state, and multiple administrative controls* Securing the terrestrial internet, involving a layered approach to security, the impact of protocol design on security services, and securing the internetworking and transport layers* A delay-tolerant security architecture, including desirable properties of a DTN secure protocol, fine-grained security services, and protocol augmentationSecuring Delay-Tolerant Networks (DTNs) with BPSec is a one-stop reference on the subject for any professional operationally deploying BP who must use BPSec for its security, including software technical leads, software developers, space flight mission leaders, network operators, and technology and product development leaders in general.

APPLIED BIOSTATISTICS FOR THE HEALTH SCIENCESIn this newly revised edition of Applied Biostatistics for the Health Sciences, accomplished statistician Dr. Richard Rossi delivers a robust and easy-to-understand exploration of statistics in the context of applied health science and biostatistics. The book covers sample design, logistic regression, experimental design, survival analysis, basic statistical computation, and many more topics with a strong focus on the correct use and interpretation of statistics. The author also explains how to assess the quality of observed data, how to collect quality data, and the use of confidence intervals in conjunction with hypothesis and significance tests.* A thorough introduction to biostatistics, including explanations of fundamental concepts like populations, samples, statistics, biomedical studies, and data set examples* A comprehensive exploration of population descriptions, including qualitative and quantitative variables, multivariate data, measures of dispersion, and probability* Practical discussions of random sampling, summarizing random samples, and the measurement of the reliability of statistics* In-depth examinations of confidence intervals, statistical hypothesis testing, simple and multiple linear regression, and experimental designPerfect for health science and biostatistics students and professors at the upper undergraduate and graduate levels, Applied Biostatistics for the Health Sciences is also a must-read reference for practitioners and professionals in the fields of pharmacy, biochemistry, nursing, health care informatics, and the applied health sciences.

Your small business survival guide for the remote work environmentIn Remote Work Technology: Keeping Your Small Business Thriving From Anywhere, experienced SaaS and telecommunications entrepreneur Henry Kurkowski delivers a step-by-step walkthrough for using SaaS technology and communication apps to power your small business from anywhere on the planet.You'll learn how to capitalize on the ability to hire a geographically distributed workforce and excel at serving clients at a distance. You'll also discover why and how you need to alter your approach to management and spot the common pitfalls that litter the way to a truly distributed business.This important book includes:* Valuable case studies of businesses that embraced the reality of remote working during and after the COVID-19 pandemic and cautionary tales of unexpected challenges that arose during the transition.* Discussions of how to incorporate remote workers into efficient workflows to increase your business' productivity* Explorations of how to support your employees when you can't just pop into their officePerfect for small business founders, owners, and managers, Remote Work Technology is also a must-read guide for independent contractors who work directly with small businesses and entrepreneurs.

Prepare for success on the challenging CASP+ CAS-004 examIn the newly updated Second Edition of CASP+ CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Practice Tests Exam CAS-004, accomplished cybersecurity expert Nadean Tanner delivers an extensive collection of CASP+ preparation materials, including hundreds of domain-by-domain test questions and two additional practice exams.Prepare for the new CAS-004 exam, as well as a new career in advanced cybersecurity, with Sybex's proven approach to certification success. You'll get ready for the exam, to impress your next interviewer, and excel at your first cybersecurity job.This book includes:* Comprehensive coverage of all exam CAS-004 objective domains, including security architecture, operations, engineering, cryptography, and governance, risk, and compliance* In-depth preparation for test success with 1000 practice exam questions* Access to the Sybex interactive learning environment and online test bankPerfect for anyone studying for the CASP+ Exam CAS-004, CASP+ CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Practice Tests Exam CAS-004 is also an ideal resource for anyone with IT security experience who seeks to brush up on their skillset or seek a valuable new CASP+ certification.