Information Highways for a Smaller World and Better Living

Information Highways for a Smaller World and Better Living

Author: Seon Jong Chung

Publisher: IOS Press

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 924

ISBN-13: 9051992408

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This work discusses the issues among people creating computer communication technology, the people using computer communication, the people impacted by it, and the regulators responsible for balancing the interest of these multiple groups.


Six Sigma and Beyond

Six Sigma and Beyond

Author: D.H. Stamatis

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2002-10-29

Total Pages: 654

ISBN-13: 9781420000283

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I In this volume, the author demystifies the Design of Experiments (DOE). He begins with a clear explanation of the traditional experimentation process. He then covers the concept of variation and the importance of experimentation and follows through with applications. Stamatis also discusses full and fractional factorials. The strength of this volume lies in the fact that not only does it introduce the concept of robustness, it also addresses "Robust Designs" with discussions on the Taguchi methodology of experimentation. And throughout the author ties these concepts into the Six Sigma philosophy and shows readers how they use those concepts in their organizations.


TQM Engineering Handbook

TQM Engineering Handbook

Author: D.H. Stamatis

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 1997-06-26

Total Pages: 688

ISBN-13: 9780824700836

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Offering a model, an implementing strategy, as well as traditional and nontraditional methods for the successful enhancement and maintenance of quality, this work establishes a rationale for the continuation of Total Quality Management (TQM) in all organizations. It considers leading quality-related topics, such as unusual charts, supplier-organization-customer relationships, customer needs and expectations, instructional design, adult learning, advanced quality planning, and reliability.


Advances in Hydrologic Forecasts and Water Resources Management

Advances in Hydrologic Forecasts and Water Resources Management

Author: Fi-John Chang

Publisher: MDPI

Published: 2021-01-20

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 3039368044

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The impacts of climate change on water resource management, as well as increasingly severe natural disasters over the last decades, have caught global attention. Reliable and accurate hydrological forecasts are essential for efficient water resource management and the mitigation of natural disasters. While the notorious nonlinear hydrological processes make accurate forecasts a very challenging task, it requires advanced techniques to build accurate forecast models and reliable management systems. One of the newest techniques for modeling complex systems is artificial intelligence (AI). AI can replicate the way humans learn and has great capability to efficiently extract crucial information from large amounts of data to solve complex problems. The fourteen research papers published in this Special Issue contribute significantly to the uncertainty assessment of operational hydrologic forecasting under changing environmental conditions and the promotion of water resources management by using the latest advanced techniques, such as AI techniques. The fourteen contributions across four major research areas: (1) machine learning approaches to hydrologic forecasting; (2) uncertainty analysis and assessment on hydrological modeling under changing environments; (3) AI techniques for optimizing multi-objective reservoir operation; (4) adaption strategies of extreme hydrological events for hazard mitigation. The papers published in this issue will not only advance water sciences but also help policymakers to achieve more sustainable and effective water resource management.


Kiplinger's Personal Finance

Kiplinger's Personal Finance

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1997-01

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13:

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The most trustworthy source of information available today on savings and investments, taxes, money management, home ownership and many other personal finance topics.


What He Really Thinks (Better Quality, Smaller)

What He Really Thinks (Better Quality, Smaller)

Author: Michael Russo

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2012-01-21

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 0984206515

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A fun, must-have book giving an insight into the male mind which will help you understand how men think.Are you wasting your time on a deadbeat guy who won't commit? Is the guy you're dating playing you and the field at the same time?The main reason I wrote this book was for my female friends. I painfully watched them as they kept getting into relationships that I knew they were doomed from the start. hey, dating is tough enough as it is, understanding how men are will help.Written completely by a guy, this book provides an insight into how a guy thinks and covers the following:Where are all the good men?Do surveys really tell us what guys want?Can a guy and a girl just be friends?Does living together spell commitment?What men really want in bed?and much, much more.


Introduction to Optimum Design

Introduction to Optimum Design

Author: Jasbir Singh Arora

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2011-08-12

Total Pages: 897

ISBN-13: 012381376X

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Introduction to Optimum Design, Third Edition describes an organized approach to engineering design optimization in a rigorous yet simplified manner. It illustrates various concepts and procedures with simple examples and demonstrates their applicability to engineering design problems. Formulation of a design problem as an optimization problem is emphasized and illustrated throughout the text. Excel and MATLAB® are featured as learning and teaching aids. Basic concepts of optimality conditions and numerical methods are described with simple and practical examples, making the material highly teachable and learnable Includes applications of optimization methods for structural, mechanical, aerospace, and industrial engineering problems Introduction to MATLAB Optimization Toolbox Practical design examples introduce students to the use of optimization methods early in the book New example problems throughout the text are enhanced with detailed illustrations Optimum design with Excel Solver has been expanded into a full chapter New chapter on several advanced optimum design topics serves the needs of instructors who teach more advanced courses


Electric Vehicles

Electric Vehicles

Author: Yiqing Yuan

Publisher: SAE International

Published: 2024-07-25

Total Pages: 696

ISBN-13: 146860774X

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Dive into the future of automotive engineering with our latest book, Electric Vehicles: Theory and Design. As the world shifts towards sustainable mobility, this indispensable guide offers a deep dive into the cutting-edge world of electric vehicles (EVs). Authored by an industry expert with a background in combustion engineering, this book bridges the gap between traditional automotive knowledge and the electrified future. From the basics of EV theory to advanced design principles, this book covers every aspect of EV engineering. Whether you're an experienced EV engineer or just entering the field, you'll find invaluable insights, technical requirements, and practical recommendations to navigate the complex world of EV engineering.Forget outdated references – this book delivers up-to-date information on EVs and their essential components, including cutting-edge battery systems, propulsion technology, and intelligent subsystems. Plus, explore the latest trends in electrification, autonomous driving, connectivity, and shared mobility, and stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving industry. Perfect for automotive professionals, students, and scholars, this book serves as your roadmap to success in the electric vehicle revolution. Don't miss out – grab your copy today and become an expert in shaping the future of sustainable mobility! (ISBN 9781468607734, ISBN 9781468607741, ISBN 9781468607758, DOI https://doi.org/10.4271/9781468607741)


The Smaller Evil

The Smaller Evil

Author: Stephanie Kuehn

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2016-08-02

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 1101994711

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Sometimes the greater good requires the smaller evil. 17-year-old Arman Dukoff can't remember life without anxiety and chronic illness when he arrives at an expensive self-help retreat in the remote hills of Big Sur. He’s taken a huge risk—and two-thousand dollars from his meth-head stepfather—for a chance to "evolve," as Beau, the retreat leader, says. Beau is complicated. A father figure? A cult leader? A con man? Arman's not sure, but more than anyone he's ever met, Beau makes Arman feel something other than what he usually feels—worthless. The retreat compound is secluded in coastal California mountains among towering redwoods, and when the iron gates close behind him, Arman believes for a moment that he can get better. But the program is a blur of jargon, bizarre rituals, and incomprehensible encounters with a beautiful girl. Arman is certain he's failing everything. But Beau disagrees; he thinks Arman has a bright future—though he never says at what. And then, in an instant Arman can't believe or totally recall, Beau is gone. Suicide? Or murder? Arman was the only witness and now the compound is getting tense. And maybe dangerous. As the mysteries and paradoxes multiply and the hints become accusations, Arman must rely on the person he's always trusted the least: himself.


Proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Computational Mechanics 2017

Proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Computational Mechanics 2017

Author: Hung Nguyen-Xuan

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2018-02-20

Total Pages: 1137

ISBN-13: 9811071497

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This book provides an overview of state-of-the-art methods in computational engineering for modeling and simulation. This proceedings volume includes a selection of refereed papers presented at the International Conference on Advances in Computational Mechanics (ACOME) 2017, which took place on Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam on August 2-4, 2017. The contributions highlight recent advances in and innovative applications of computational mechanics. Subjects covered include: biological systems; damage, fracture and failure; flow problems; multiscale multiphysics problems; composites and hybrid structures; optimization and inverse problems; lightweight structures; computational mechatronics; computational dynamics; numerical methods; and high-performance computing. The book is intended for academics, including graduate students and experienced researchers interested in state-of-the-art computational methods for solving challenging problems in engineering.