Handbook of Nature-Inspired and Innovative Computing
Handbook of Nature-Inspired and Innovative Computing

Author: Albert Y. Zomaya

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2006-01-10

Total Pages: 758

ISBN-13: 9780387405322

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As computing devices proliferate, demand increases for an understanding of emerging computing paradigms and models based on natural phenomena. Neural networks, evolution-based models, quantum computing, and DNA-based computing and simulations are all a necessary part of modern computing analysis and systems development. Vast literature exists on these new paradigms and their implications for a wide array of applications. This comprehensive handbook, the first of its kind to address the connection between nature-inspired and traditional computational paradigms, is a repository of case studies dealing with different problems in computing and solutions to these problems based on nature-inspired paradigms. The "Handbook of Nature-Inspired and Innovative Computing: Integrating Classical Models with Emerging Technologies" is an essential compilation of models, methods, and algorithms for researchers, professionals, and advanced-level students working in all areas of computer science, IT, biocomputing, and network engineering.

Handbook of Research on Nature-Inspired Computing for Economics and Management
Handbook of Research on Nature-Inspired Computing for Economics and Management

Author: Rennard, Jean-Philippe

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2006-09-30

Total Pages: 1066

ISBN-13: 1591409853

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"This book provides applications of nature inspired computing for economic theory and practice, finance and stock-market, manufacturing systems, marketing, e-commerce, e-auctions, multi-agent systems and bottom-up simulations for social sciences and operations management"--Provided by publisher.

Handbook of Research on Natural Computing for Optimization Problems
Handbook of Research on Natural Computing for Optimization Problems

Author: Mandal, Jyotsna Kumar

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2016-05-25

Total Pages: 1199

ISBN-13: 1522500596

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Nature-inspired computation is an interdisciplinary topic area that connects the natural sciences to computer science. Since natural computing is utilized in a variety of disciplines, it is imperative to research its capabilities in solving optimization issues. The Handbook of Research on Natural Computing for Optimization Problems discusses nascent optimization procedures in nature-inspired computation and the innovative tools and techniques being utilized in the field. Highlighting empirical research and best practices concerning various optimization issues, this publication is a comprehensive reference for researchers, academicians, students, scientists, and technology developers interested in a multidisciplinary perspective on natural computational systems.

Applications of Nature-Inspired Computing in Renewable Energy Systems
Applications of Nature-Inspired Computing in Renewable Energy Systems

Author: Mellal, Mohamed Arezki

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2021-12-17

Total Pages: 326

ISBN-13: 1799885631

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Renewable energy is crucial to preserve the environment. This energy involves various systems that must be optimized and assessed to provide better performance; however, the design and development of renewable energy systems remains a challenge. It is crucial to implement the latest innovative research in the field in order to develop and improve renewable energy systems. Applications of Nature-Inspired Computing in Renewable Energy Systems discusses the latest research on nature-inspired computing approaches applied to the design and development of renewable energy systems and provides new solutions to the renewable energy domain. Covering topics such as microgrids, wind power, and artificial neural networks, it is ideal for engineers, industry professionals, researchers, academicians, practitioners, teachers, and students.

Nature-Inspired Computing: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Nature-Inspired Computing: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications

Author: Management Association, Information Resources

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2016-07-26

Total Pages: 1810

ISBN-13: 1522507892

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As technology continues to become more sophisticated, mimicking natural processes and phenomena also becomes more of a reality. Continued research in the field of natural computing enables an understanding of the world around us, in addition to opportunities for man-made computing to mirror the natural processes and systems that have existed for centuries. Nature-Inspired Computing: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications takes an interdisciplinary approach to the topic of natural computing, including emerging technologies being developed for the purpose of simulating natural phenomena, applications across industries, and the future outlook of biologically and nature-inspired technologies. Emphasizing critical research in a comprehensive multi-volume set, this publication is designed for use by IT professionals, researchers, and graduate students studying intelligent computing.

Handbook of Research on Soft Computing and Nature-Inspired Algorithms
Handbook of Research on Soft Computing and Nature-Inspired Algorithms

Author: Shandilya, Shishir K.

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2017-03-10

Total Pages: 649

ISBN-13: 1522521291

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Soft computing and nature-inspired computing both play a significant role in developing a better understanding to machine learning. When studied together, they can offer new perspectives on the learning process of machines. The Handbook of Research on Soft Computing and Nature-Inspired Algorithms is an essential source for the latest scholarly research on applications of nature-inspired computing and soft computational systems. Featuring comprehensive coverage on a range of topics and perspectives such as swarm intelligence, speech recognition, and electromagnetic problem solving, this publication is ideally designed for students, researchers, scholars, professionals, and practitioners seeking current research on the advanced workings of intelligence in computing systems.

Delivery and Adoption of Cloud Computing Services in Contemporary Organizations
Delivery and Adoption of Cloud Computing Services in Contemporary Organizations

Author: Chang, Victor

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2015-03-31

Total Pages: 543

ISBN-13: 1466682116

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The ubiquity of technology has not only brought the need for computer knowledge to every aspect of the modern business world; it has also increased our need to safely store the data we are now creating at a rate never experienced before. Delivery and Adoption of Cloud Computing Services in Contemporary Organizations brings together the best practices for storing massive amounts of data. Highlighting ways cloud services can work effectively in production and in real time, this book is an essential reference source for professionals and academics of various disciplines, such as computer science, consulting, information technology, information and communication sciences, healthcare, and finance.

Nature-Inspired Optimization Algorithms
Nature-Inspired Optimization Algorithms

Author: Xin-She Yang

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2014-02-17

Total Pages: 277

ISBN-13: 0124167454

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Nature-Inspired Optimization Algorithms provides a systematic introduction to all major nature-inspired algorithms for optimization. The book's unified approach, balancing algorithm introduction, theoretical background and practical implementation, complements extensive literature with well-chosen case studies to illustrate how these algorithms work. Topics include particle swarm optimization, ant and bee algorithms, simulated annealing, cuckoo search, firefly algorithm, bat algorithm, flower algorithm, harmony search, algorithm analysis, constraint handling, hybrid methods, parameter tuning and control, as well as multi-objective optimization. This book can serve as an introductory book for graduates, doctoral students and lecturers in computer science, engineering and natural sciences. It can also serve a source of inspiration for new applications. Researchers and engineers as well as experienced experts will also find it a handy reference. Discusses and summarizes the latest developments in nature-inspired algorithms with comprehensive, timely literature Provides a theoretical understanding as well as practical implementation hints Provides a step-by-step introduction to each algorithm