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Visualization paradigms consistently contribute to the progress of multiple engineering disciplines. This book aims to bring forth the scientific basis of visualization to facilitate the decision making process in engineering. It presents design rules, principles and guidelines. The text is focused on the evolving trends, state-of-the-art technologies and analysis techniques. The book outlines some innovative applications and future trends in ...

The variations in the different components of the atmosphere have an effect on the air quality, regional climate and weather. This book is a valuable compilation of topics such as atmospheric layers and stratification, application of advanced equipment in meteorology, weather forecasting, assessment of various atmospheric components and particles, that range from the basic to the most complex advancements in this field. For all readers who are...

Robotics and Mechatronics are rapidly growing fields because of the increasing demand for robots and robotic systems. Robots are widely used in various research and industrial operations to carry out complex and hazardous tasks. Mechatronics is an integrative field of science that incorporates mechanical, electrical, computer and control engineering for designing and manufacturing of multiple products. It has emerged as a major boost for aidin...

The fields of materials science and chemical engineering are closely associated. The advances in one field contribute to the progress of the other. Included in this book are significant topics like semiconductors, high temperature alloys, optimization of mixed materials, etc. The chapters included within consist of contributions made by international experts of chemical engineering and materials science. Students, researchers, experts and all ...

E-learning is rapidly emerging as the preferred mode of delivering knowledge and information to a broad spectrum of students and academicians, located in different parts of the globe. Computer mediated learning, synchronous or asynchronous learning, relationship between students and instructors in e-learning, learning management systems, e-assessment are some of the topics that are included in this book that will prove helpful for anyone seeki...

Mobile technology is a prominent field of telecommunications engineering. It has revolutionized the modern communication and information systems. This book is a compilation of researches and case studies on important topics like m-learning applications, mobile computing, wireless and ad-hoc networks, pilot projects and applications, etc. It incorporates theoretical as well as practical approaches for discerning the latest developments and emer...

Information security is a set of processes that defends information from unauthorized accesses, modification or disruption. Information security programs are significant in maintaining the confidentiality of valuable data. The chapters included in this book are a compilation of updated information on topics such as cryptography, biometrics, cloud privacy, etc. It also glances at signal processing and encryption, network security and hardware s...

Marketing is a rapidly evolving field that has moved beyond the conventional sense of promotion and selling of products or rendering of services. It has emerged as a specialized managerial science that explains the various processes involved in the circulation of goods and services from the manufacturers and producers to the consumers. Marketing is a dynamic field that incorporates concepts, techniques and principles from various other fields ...

Infrastructure is a key factor contributing towards the development of any nation. Advances in technology have revolutionized the way we look at buildings today. Design methods, repairs, strengthening and maintenance of structures, failure investigation, structural safety, etc. are some of the topics that have been discussed within this text. The various studies that are constantly contributing towards advancing technologies and evolution of s...

Since its emergence, vocational education has been rapidly expanding due to the need of specialized workforces across the globe. Vocational education is also known as career and technical education, which is meant to provide trade specific skills in various fields like medicine, accounting and engineering. This book includes specific sections on the increasing need of workshops and in-house training facility for keeping the workforce up-to-dat...

Supply chain and logistics management is a vast field of study which involves planning of storage of raw materials, effective flow of goods and services, customer order processing, maintaining stock inventory, etc. It includes warehouse management, managing dispatch of goods and services and their subsequent distribution. This book elucidates new techniques and their applications with a multidisciplinary approach to understand the importance o...

Strategic financial management is a significant field in understanding of finances, revenues and organizational assets with a long term perspective. It aims at managing and allocating financial resources of a corporate enterprise. This book provides comprehensive information of this discipline to help develop a good understanding of financial theories, strategic cost management and other related fields. Different approaches, evaluations and me...

Vocational education has grown at a rapid pace in the last few decades because of the need for specialized workforce and creation of novel employment opportunities. This book is an assimilation of diverse concepts and challenges in the field of vocational education, such as, apprenticeship programs, organizational training programs, need for professional training and education, continuing adult education, etc. Researches and case studies inclu...

There have been many scientific and technological innovations in the field of aeronautics in the recent past. This book consists of contributions made by international experts on aeronautics and lucidly discusses significant topics like aerodynamics, navigation, air safety, etc. This text is a vital tool for all researching or studying aeronautics as it gives incredible insights into emerging trends and concepts in this field. It is a ripe tex...

Fundamental beliefs about knowledge, reason, morality, existence and the concepts behind them are the basic elements of any philosophy. It is these philosophical inquiries that had led to the advancements in present society, culture and language. This book is a valuable compilation of concepts, ranging from classic to modern philosophies such as classical Greek philosophy, behaviourism, existentialism, marxism, empiricist philosophy, and other...

Tourism industry is one of the most important part of the global economy. This book compiles some of the most significant concepts and strategies in tourism industry. Some of the topics included in the book are destination and heritage tourism, tourism economics and revenue generation, entrepreneurship and new business enterprises in tourism, etc. The students and professionals engaged in tourism industry will find this book full of innovative...

Mobile and wireless network systems play a very crucial role in modern communication systems. This book is a compilation of various case-studies and researches that analyze the performance of different mobile and wireless networks. The topics covered in this book such as wireless multimedia systems, architectures and routing protocols for wireless and mobile networks, algorithms and communication channels, etc. provide a detailed explanation o...

In an age where gadgets and technology go hand in hand with day to day activities of human beings, concepts such as mobile opportunistic networks bring the world closer. Research and advancements that will redefine the discipline of mobile opportunistic networks have been presented in this book. Video streaming, performance evaluation, architecture, protocols, algorithms, etc. are some of the concepts and applications that have been covered in...

The world has experienced a tremendous shift in communication technologies. This book highlights the various researches and advancements in the field of communication technology. Some of the concepts discussed herein are wireless multimedia networks, performance of enhanced wireless networks, data management on mobile and wireless computing, evaluation of advanced routing protocols for wireless communications, etc. As this field is emerging at...

The different platforms of communication have turned the world into a global village. The present state of the media has made it possible to transgress borders and social boundaries. Some of the concepts discussed in this book are global media and consumer culture, evolution of global media, alternative media and new media that are sure to provide the reader an insight into this field. The contents of this book will help the readers understand...