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This comprehensive book establishes the Zili generalized fractional Brownian motion (ZgfBm) as a powerful new foundation in the mathematical theory of stochastic processes. Generalized Fractional Brownian Motion provides the first rigorous and systemati... (Read more)

This book explores the development and deployment of digital technologies in supply chain management. The digital transformation of supply chains enables organizations to address traditional challenges in optimizing logistics flows, lead times and costs. I... (Read more)

Algae have long been exploited as a marine resource for human and animal consumption. Marine Algae, A Sustainable Food Resource provides an overview of the current uses of this renewable resource, while exploring its development prospects. This book mai... (Read more)

Interest in scaling laws has grown since the beginning of the 21st century. In both the social sciences and the natural sciences, there is continued astonishment at the increasing inequalities between large and small cities. While social indicators are ... (Read more)

Innovation is omnipresent, but its complexity is rarely examined in depth. Far from euphoric or strict technical approaches, this book offers a fresh perspective on innovation by exploring its underlying tensions, paradoxes and dynamics. Adopting a dual... (Read more)

The development of autonomous vehicles represents a major technological breakthrough, revolutionizing mobility through the integration of advanced technologies at the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), mechatronics and control sciences. This her... (Read more)

The unification of the laws of physics – a legitimate and long-standing aspiration – is undertaken here using the framework of discrete mechanics. Towards a Unification of the Laws of Physics in Classical Fields Theory extends these concepts to classic... (Read more)

This book presents a simple and novel theory of integration, both real and vectorial, particularly suitable for the study of PDEs. This theory allows for integration with values in a Neumann space E, i.e. in which all Cauchy sequences converge, encompassin... (Read more)

Nanosatellites, CubeSats of the NewSpace Era for Space Observation 2 presents the entire life cycle of a CubeSat, from the design phase to orbital operations. The CubeSat nanosatellite carries instruments designed for space observation and study, integ... (Read more)

Context-based Modeling of Activity in Real-World Projects presents a synthesis of 25 years of research on modeling and using context in real-world applications in a very large spectrum of domains, which allows us to illustrate the keystone aspects of conte... (Read more)

Complex Manifolds and Geometric Algebraic Analysis is intended for graduate students in mathematics, physics, and beyond. The book is divided into ten chapters. Chapter 1 deals with the properties of holomorphic functions of several complex variables. ... (Read more)

Introduction to Classical Electrodynamics 3 presents the applications of electromagnetic theory in modern physics. This book covers waveguides, resonant cavities and transmission lines. It also analyzes electromagnetic radiation from localized and exten... (Read more)

Storage, the computer’s second function, has become progressively more complex to meet growing needs in terms of capacity, speed, security and energy efficiency. It takes the form of a component or system, such as a memory subset or a mass storage device... (Read more)

Hidden Semi-Markov Models (HSMMs) have been extensively used for diverse applications where the objective is to analyze time series whose dynamics can be explained by a hidden process. A Comprehensive Guide to HSMM offers an accessible introduction to t... (Read more)

Fascinating discoveries have been made in recent years in the fields of the infinitely large and the infinitely small, and unexpected connections have emerged between these previously independent domains. Quantum physics, which challenges the way we concei... (Read more)

Over the past thirty years, the history of technology has been so extensively renewed that many once-canonical narratives have been invalidated. This collective work takes account of several of these major recompositions: ancient periods were never era... (Read more)

Many everyday objects have become embedded, connected and even autonomous. The engineers and technicians who develop them must have skills in both computer science and electronics. Drawing on some 20 years of experience in the field of hardware and embe... (Read more)

The contemporary world is characterized by the interweaving of various networks, including biological, ecological, social, technological and energy-related networks. We are constantly engaged in interactions with these networks. In the context of energy an... (Read more)

Sustainable Supply Chains and Carbon Footprint Reduction explores how blockchain technology enables greener, more accountable supply chains by improving traceability, reducing inefficiencies and offering real-time visibility into resource use and carbon em... (Read more)

The aim of this book is to present the fundamental principles of energy efficiency in construction. It is aimed at professionals, as well as masters’ and engineering school students working in the field of building energy. Volume 1 covers the building... (Read more)

System dependability is a complex task to grasp and analyze since it encompasses reliability, maintainability, availability, failure mode analysis and feared events. For operational safety analyses, reliability is a quantitative basis for the other discipl... (Read more)

Nanosatellites, CubeSats of the NewSpace Era for Space Observation 1 traces the evolution of space exploration, from 1957 and the first astronomical observations, to the NewSpace era. This book highlights major scientific and technological advances, while ... (Read more)

Models have become an indispensable tool for scientists and engineers alike. For the scientist, a model makes it possible to quantitatively test hypotheses, understand phenomena, and, if necessary, revise them until a satisfactory agreement with experiment... (Read more)

This book delivers a comprehensive study of thermal convexity analy-sis, a key methodology for understanding and optimizing solar water heating systems. It bridges pressing global energy challenges, solar thermal technologies, and advanced heat transfer pr... (Read more)

AI-driven Innovations in Physiotherapy and Oncology 1 explores the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on two critical domains of healthcare. As the global demand for personalized, efficient and data-driven medical interventions increases... (Read more)

AI-driven Innovations in Physiotherapy and Oncology 2 explores the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on two critical domains of healthcare. As the global demand for personalized, efficient and data-driven medical interventions increases... (Read more)