Exploring the practical aspects of atmospheric optical communication and light detection and ranging (LIDAR), Applied Aspects of Optical Communication and LIDAR details the role of atmospheric structures in propagation phenomena that influence the transmission of optical signals through perturbed atmospheric communication channels. It examines numerous situations in over-the-terrain atmospheric communication channels, including the effects of natural phenomena and the corresponding features (turbulences and hydrometeors) on optical ray propagation. This concise reference addresses line-of-sight (LOS) as well as obstructive non-line-of-sight (NLOS) propagation conditions.
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Dairy Science
Food Chemistry
Digital & Wireless Communication
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Investigating the latest theories, methods, and technologies, Advances in Network Management provides the insight of a recognized expert into the fundamental concepts and contemporary challenges in network management. From basic concepts to research-level material, it details the evolution of network management solutions in network management paradigms, protocols, and techniques. The book also addresses dependencies between network management and application-level service management. This forward-looking resource investigates advanced networks and network services including—autonomic computing, context-aware systems management, and automatic techniques aiming at self-management (self-configuration, self-healing, self-optimization, and self-protection).
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Networks
Digital & Wireless Communication
Telecommunications
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Problem solving through CAD and GIS requires a proper integration of these systems for efficient and effective processing of data and operations. Currently, there is no single book that covers the breadth and depth of CAD/GIS integration issues and solutions. This book provides in-depth descriptions of existing and emerging methodologies, techniques, and technologies for integrating CAD and GIS and includes example applications requiring efficient and effective solutions through proper CAD/GIS integration. The text delineates the technical aspects of integrating CAD/GIS, helping readers learn concepts and techniques to analyze, design, and implement projects ranging from the simple to the complex.
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Software Engineering & Systems Development
Computer Engineering
Agriculture & Environmental Sciences
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Authored by a respected pioneer in homeland security education, this text fills the need for an objective resource on the DHS. Briefly touching on its history, Charles Nemeth focuses on the identity, organization, and mission of the department and its security initiatives as they are being defined by recent trends and policies. Free from agenda, the book offers insight into the roles of multi-jurisdictional agencies and various stakeholders, including law enforcement, the military, the intelligence community, emergency managers, and the private sector. Ancillary material including PowerPoint ® slides and an instructor’s manual with test bank questions are available upon qualified course adoption.
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Security Services
Terrorism
Forensic Science - Law
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The emergence of Model Based Architecture (MDA™) and recent initiatives for model-based systems engineering (MBSE) will play heavily in how the practice of architecture and systems engineering evolves over the next several years. Rooted in the long-standing practices of engineering, science, and mathematics, this book gives readers the foundation and elementary methods to step into the domain of model-based architecture and systems engineering practices. It explores the fundamentals of systems architecture, describes how it fits into systems engineering, explains the role of a systems architect, and provides succinct recommendations on how systems architecture should be practiced.
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Systems & Control Engineering
Industrial Engineering & Manufacturing
Manufacturing Engineering
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Bringing together the latest research and application results, this book provides a clear and comprehensive understanding of systems integration technologies, architectures, applications, and project management techniques involved in enterprise system integration. The text includes coverage of mobile communications, standards for integrated manufacturing and e-commerce, RFID, Web-based systems, and complete service-oriented enterprise modeling and analysis. Practitioners will benefit from insights on managing virtual teams and management techniques for introducing complex technology into businesses. Covering best practices in enterprise systems integration, the text highlights applications across various business enterprises, includes case studies, and presents the state of the art in the context of user requirements and integration. .
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Software Engineering & Systems Development
Databases
Internet & Multimedia
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From national security and military issues to government response against terror threats, this handbook and policy guide illustrates the nuanced response of Filipino security policy to the deep historical, economic, social, and political roots of Muslim radicalism in the Philippines. Divided into three parts, this updated collection begins with Filipino-specific issues, including politics and national identity, globalization, and local and military security. Part Two covers bilateral security issues involving China, Australia, and the US, and Part Three concludes with selected global, regional, and multilateral issues such as maritime security, piracy, and the ASEAN Regional Forum.
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Terrorism
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With so much growth in SOA, BPM, and EDM technology, corporations are in need of a way to organize their business logic — business rules — in a way that will allow the greatest agility for the business while leveraging current IT assets. Written by two pioneering consultants and bestselling authors with track records of international success, this volume explains how to implement the Decision Model , a stable, rigorous model of core business logic that informs current and emerging technology. It offers a strong theoretical foundation, while succinctly defining the path needed to incorporate agile and iterative techniques to develop a model that can become a cornerstone for continual growth.
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Databases
Management of IT
Software Engineering & Systems Development
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Through many real-world examples, this book shows how to implement technology transfer in society, leading technology to become socially and economically valued. It presents the mechanisms, features, effects, and modes of technology transfer. The authors address the measurement, cost, benefit, optimal allocation, and game theory of technology transfer, along with the dynamics of the technical diffusion field. They also present case studies to illustrate the use of a linear programming model and government investment and planning model, offer strategic analyses that utilize game models, and discuss the impact of technology transfer on economic growth.
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Systems & Control Engineering
Operations Research
Mathematics & Statistics for Engineers
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Presenting a well-balanced mix of theory and applications, Solar Cell Technology and Applications addresses critical design aspects representing cutting-edge solar cell technology. It offers those engaged in the design and development of low-cost, high-efficiency solar cells complete coverage of the latest advances in the field—including low-cost, high-efficiency elements and the latest approaches in solar cell designs. Using conventional nomenclature, a consistent set of symbols, and identical units for ease of comprehension, this time-saving resource supplies the understanding needed to spark the advancements that will help maximize the economic and environmental benefits of this relatively untapped and abundant renewable energy resource.
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Power Engineering
Renewable & Sustainable Energy
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