Handbook of Research on Advancements in the Processing, Characterization, and Application of Lightweight Materials
Handbook of Research on Advancements in the Processing, Characterization, and Application of Lightweight Materials

Author: Kumar, Kaushik

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2021-11-19

Total Pages: 458

ISBN-13: 179987866X

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In the automotive industry, the need to reduce vehicle weight has given rise to extensive research efforts to develop aluminum and magnesium alloys for structural car body parts. In aerospace, the move toward composite airframe structures urged an increased use of formable titanium alloys. In steel research, there are ongoing efforts to design novel damage-controlled forming processes for a new generation of efficient and reliable lightweight steel components. All these materials, and more, constitute today’s research mission for lightweight structures. They provide a fertile materials science research field aiming to achieve a better understanding of the interplay between industrial processing, microstructure development, and the resulting material properties. The Handbook of Research on Advancements in the Processing, Characterization, and Application of Lightweight Materials provides the recent advancements in the lightweight mat materials processing, manufacturing, and characterization. This book identifies the need for modern tools and techniques for designing lightweight materials and addresses multidisciplinary approaches for applying their use. Covering topics such as numerical optimization, fatigue characterization, and process evaluation, this text is an essential resource for materials engineers, manufacturers, practitioners, engineers, academicians, chief research officers, researchers, students, and vice presidents of research in government, industry, and academia.

Handbook of Research on Advancements in the Processing, Characterization, and Application of Lightweight Materials
Handbook of Research on Advancements in the Processing, Characterization, and Application of Lightweight Materials

Author: Kaushik Kumar

Publisher: Engineering Science Reference

Published: 2021-11-19

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781799878643

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"This book of contributed chapters will provide the resources necessary for processing, characterization and manufacturing using lightweight materials across the globe, offering recent advances in the field of light weight material usage and its recent developments"--

Advances in Lightweight Materials and Structures
Advances in Lightweight Materials and Structures

Author: A. Praveen Kumar

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-10-13

Total Pages: 827

ISBN-13: 9811578273

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This book presents select proceedings of the International Conference on Advanced Lightweight Materials and Structures (ICALMS) 2020, and discusses the triad of processing, structure, and various properties of lightweight materials. It provides a well-balanced insight into materials science and mechanics of both synthetic and natural composites. The book includes topics such as nano composites for lightweight structures, impact and failure of structures, biomechanics and biomedical engineering, nanotechnology and micro-engineering, tool design and manufacture for producing lightweight components, joining techniques for lightweight structures for similar and dissimilar materials, design for manufacturing, reliability and safety, robotics, automation and control, fatigue and fracture mechanics, and friction stir welding in lightweight sandwich structures. The book also discusses latest research in composite materials and their applications in the field of aerospace, construction, wind energy, automotive, electronics and so on. Given the range of topics covered, this book can be a useful resource for beginners, researchers and professionals interested in the wide ranging applications of lightweight structures.

Comparative Analysis of Digital Consciousness and Human Consciousness: Bridging the Divide in AI Discourse
Comparative Analysis of Digital Consciousness and Human Consciousness: Bridging the Divide in AI Discourse

Author: Lathabhavan, Remya

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2024-04-22

Total Pages: 376

ISBN-13:

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In today's digital age, the rapid advancement of AI and digital technologies has led to the emergence of digital consciousness, blurring the lines between human and machine thinking. At the same time, these technologies offer unprecedented convenience and efficiency but pose significant challenges. Individuals are increasingly facing issues such as stress, anxiety, and technology addiction, impacting their overall well-being and decision-making processes. The dichotomy between digital consciousness and human consciousness raises critical questions about how we can navigate these challenges in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. To address these pressing concerns, Comparative Analysis of Digital Consciousness and Human Consciousness: Bridging the Divide in AI Discourse offers a comprehensive exploration of the impacts of digital consciousness on human well-being and decision-making. This book delves into the paradoxes and challenges posed by the coexistence of digital and human consciousness, providing insights from psychological perspectives, practitioner experiences, and academic research. By offering a nuanced understanding of these concepts, we aim to equip readers with the knowledge and tools needed to manage the implications of digital consciousness in their personal and professional lives.

Application and Adoption of Robotic Process Automation for Smart Cities
Application and Adoption of Robotic Process Automation for Smart Cities

Author: Tailor, R.K.

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-10-25

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1668471957

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In the present era, technological developments are increasing the efficiency and potential of each stakeholder in a business. Robotic process automation is one of the key areas that can be applied in business organizations and corporate sectors to enhance productivity and show a path to success. Application and Adoption of Robotic Process Automation for Smart Cities provides relevant theoretical frameworks and various developments in the area of robotic process automation. Covering topics such as banking and financial services, public engagement, and smart cities, this premier reference source is a valuable resource for business leaders, IT managers, government officials, engineers, students and educators of higher education, researchers, and academicians.

Spectrum and Power Allocation in Cognitive Radio Systems
Spectrum and Power Allocation in Cognitive Radio Systems

Author: Suriyan, Kannadhasan

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2024-08-06

Total Pages: 309

ISBN-13:

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As wireless services rapidly expand, the inefficient use of limited spectrum resources poses a critical challenge. The conventional approach to spectrum allocation, based on fixed assignments, could be more effective in meeting the escalating demand for wireless devices and systems. Cognitive radio technology offers a transformative solution by reimagining the spectrum as a multidimensional space, enabling opportunistic access to underutilized bands. However, the field of cognitive radio is still in its early stages, needing more in-depth analyses and descriptions of crucial processes. Spectrum and Power Allocation in Cognitive Radio Systems addresses this pressing need by offering a comprehensive guide for academic scholars, researchers, and industry professionals. This book delves into cognitive radio technology's foundations, organization, and challenges, providing insights into dynamic spectrum access, networking protocols, hardware architecture, and emerging applications. It presents advanced topics such as spectrum sensing algorithms, cooperative spectrum sensing, and multi-user access, offering practical solutions to enhance spectrum efficiency.

Meta-Learning Frameworks for Imaging Applications
Meta-Learning Frameworks for Imaging Applications

Author: Sharma, Ashok

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-09-28

Total Pages: 271

ISBN-13: 1668476614

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Meta-learning, or learning to learn, has been gaining popularity in recent years to adapt to new tasks systematically and efficiently in machine learning. In the book, Meta-Learning Frameworks for Imaging Applications, experts from the fields of machine learning and imaging come together to explore the current state of meta-learning and its application to medical imaging and health informatics. The book presents an overview of the meta-learning framework, including common versions such as model-agnostic learning, memory augmentation, prototype networks, and learning to optimize. It also discusses how meta-learning can be applied to address fundamental limitations of deep neural networks, such as high data demand, computationally expensive training, and limited ability for task transfer. One critical topic in imaging is image segmentation, and the book explores how a meta-learning-based framework can help identify the best image segmentation algorithm, which would be particularly beneficial in the healthcare domain. This book is relevant to healthcare institutes, e-commerce companies, and educational institutions, as well as professionals and practitioners in the intelligent system, computational data science, network applications, and biomedical applications fields. It is also useful for domain developers and project managers from diagnostic and pharmacy companies involved in the development of medical expert systems. Additionally, graduate and master students in intelligent systems, big data management, computational intelligent approaches, computer vision, and biomedical science can use this book for their final projects and specific courses.

Principles and Applications of Quantum Computing Using Essential Math
Principles and Applications of Quantum Computing Using Essential Math

Author: Daniel, A.

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-09-12

Total Pages: 251

ISBN-13: 1668475375

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In the swiftly evolving realm of technology, the challenge of classical computing's constraints in handling intricate problems has become pronounced. While classical computers excel in many areas, they struggle with complex issues in cryptography, optimization, and molecular simulation. Addressing these escalating challenges requires a disruptive solution to push the boundaries of computation and innovation. Principles and Applications of Quantum Computing Using Essential Math, authored by A. Daniel, M. Arvindhan, Kiranmai Bellam, and N. Krishnaraj. This guide pioneers the transformative potential of quantum computing by seamlessly blending rigorous mathematics with quantum theory. It equips scholars, researchers, and aspiring technologists with insights to grasp and harness quantum computing's capabilities. By delving into quantum gates, algorithms, and error correction techniques, the book demystifies quantum computing, inviting exploration of quantum machine learning, cryptography, and the dynamic interplay between classical and quantum computing. As the quantum landscape expands, this book acts as a vital companion, navigating readers through the converging realms of industry, academia, and innovation. Principles and Applications of Quantum Computing Using Essential Math arrives as a timely answer to the limitations of classical computing, providing scholars with an essential roadmap to navigate the quantum technology landscape. With its clear explanations, practical applications, and forward-looking perspectives, this book serves as an indispensable tool for unraveling quantum computing's mysteries and driving innovation into uncharted domains.

2nd International Conference on Industrial Applications of Adhesives 2022
2nd International Conference on Industrial Applications of Adhesives 2022

Author: Lucas F. M. da Silva

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2022-11-15

Total Pages: 155

ISBN-13: 3031111508

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This book provides selected papers presented at the 2nd International Conference on Industrial Applications of Adhesives 2022, held in Carvoeiro, Portugal, 3-4 March 2022. The volume focuses on applications of adhesive bonding in the industry such as automotive, aeronautic, railway, marine, energy, and electronics. A wide range of topics like adhesion assessment between polymers and metals, pressure sensitive adhesives, adhesive bonding process optimization, civil applications, adhesive joints in composite materials and elastic adhesives are covered. The book presents the latest results and innovations in this field, useful for adhesive producers and adhesive users.

Advanced Optimization Applications in Engineering
Advanced Optimization Applications in Engineering

Author: Ahmad, Afaq

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2024-05-20

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13:

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In the ever-evolving landscape of engineering, a pressing challenge looms large—the need to navigate the complexities of modern problems with precision and efficiency. As industries grapple with an array of intricate issues, from sustainable materials to resilient infrastructure, the demand for optimal solutions has never been more pronounced. Traditional approaches are often inadequate, prompting the search for advanced optimization techniques capable of unraveling the intricacies inherent in engineering systems. The problem at hand is clear: how can engineers, researchers, and practitioners harness cutting-edge methodologies to address the multifaceted challenges shaping our technological future? Advanced Optimization Applications in Engineering, is a definitive guide poised to revolutionize problem-solving in civil engineering. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of state-of-the-art optimization algorithms and their transformative applications. By delving into genetic algorithms, particle swarm optimization, neural networks, and other metaheuristic strategies, this collection provides a roadmap for automating design processes, reducing costs, and unlocking innovative solutions. The chapters not only introduce these advanced techniques but also showcase their practical implementation across diverse engineering domains, making this book an indispensable resource for those seeking to stay at the forefront of technological advancements.