Monthly Archive: January 2013

Compiler Design 0

Compiler Design

While compilers for high-level programming languages are large complex software systems, they have particular characteristics that differentiate them from other software systems. Their functionality is almost completely well-defined – ideally there exist complete precise descriptions of...

The Value of RFID 0

The Value of RFID

RFID technology presents a great potential for creating competitive advantage. By automating and simplifying data collection, it lets users more accurately track assets and monitor key indicators, which in turn gives greater visibility to the operations....

Economics for Environmental Studies 0

Economics for Environmental Studies

An understanding of fundamental economic concepts is essential for students in environmental studies programs around the world. The present textbook addresses their needs, providing a concise introduction to micro- and macroeconomics and demonstrating how these economic...

Adaptive Filtering, 4th Edition 0

Adaptive Filtering, 4th Edition

In the fourth edition of Adaptive Filtering: Algorithms and Practical Implementation, author Paulo S.R. Diniz presents the basic concepts of adaptive signal processing and adaptive filtering in a concise and straightforward manner. The main classes of adaptive filtering...

Digital Image Forensics 0

Digital Image Forensics

Photographic imagery has come a long way from the pinhole cameras of the nineteenth century. Digital imagery, and its applications, develops in tandem with contemporary society’s sophisticated literacy of this subtle medium. This book examines the...

Random Signals and Processes Primer with MATLAB 0

Random Signals and Processes Primer with MATLAB

This book provides anyone needing a primer on random signals and processes with a highly accessible introduction to these topics.  It assumes a minimal amount of mathematical background and focuses on concepts, related terms and interesting...

Humanitarian Logistics 0

Humanitarian Logistics

​​​​​​​​​​​​Humanitarian logistics has received increasing interest both from logistics academics and practitioners as a result of the dramatic increase in both natural and man-made disasters. The impact on affected populations can be all the more limited...

Agent-Based Semantic Web Service Composition 0

Agent-Based Semantic Web Service Composition

Agent-based Semantic Web Service Composition closely examines the various aspects of SWS composition, and explores the concept that a Multi-Agent system can serve as an SWS composition system in which its agents can interact with one...