International contributors to this book include researchers and practitioners in online learning, computing education, distance education, higher education, ICT, and management information systems. In
This volume contains 17 chapters by researchers working in education, psychology, technology, and other fields in the US, Israel, Europe, Australia, and Asia. They consider the role of creativity in s
Editors Lewin, Bick, and Naor present readers with a collection of academic essays and scholarly articles covering the intersection of civil religion, politics, and nationalism. The ten selections tha
This book brings together international contributors in computer science, information science, public administration, business economics, library science, and education. They integrate ideas from e-le
The field of data mining is receiving significant attention in today's information-rich society, where data is available from different sources and formats, in large volumes, and no longer constitutes
Culture is dependent upon intertextuality to fuel the consumption and production of new media. The notion of intertextuality has gone through many iterations, but what remains constant is its stalwart
Industrial ecology, eco-efficiency, and green chemistry are guiding the development of the next generation of materials, products, and processes. Considerable growth has been seen in the use of biocom
The development of new and superior materials is beneficial within industrial settings, as well as a topic of academic interest. By using computational modeling techniques, the probable application an
Digital innovations, such as mobile technologies, have had a significant impact on the way people relate to one another, as well as the way they obtain and distribute information. As mobile devices co
The Discrete Element Method (DEM) has emerged as a solution to predicting load capacities of masonry structures. As one of many numerical methods and computational solutions being applied to evaluate
This interdisciplinary anthology includes contributions from artificial intelligence, artificial general intelligence, cognitive science, virtual worlds, video games, communications and critical theor
The true success of a nation can be measured by its ability to create, disseminate, and utilize knowledge through education. A quality education instills in students the capability to add value to the
This volume collects 13 articles by science professionals, digital artists, and other researchers from the US, Europe, and China, who discuss knowledge visualization and visual literacy in science edu
The rail-based transit system is a popular public transportation option, not just with members of the public but also with policy makers looking to install a form of convenient and rapid travel. Even
Gaseous photomultipliers are defined as gas-filled devices capable of recording single ultraviolet (UV) and visible photons with high position resolution. Used in a variety of research areas, these de
Technological innovation and evolution continues to improve personal and professional lifestyles, as well as general organizational and business practices; however, these advancements also create pote
A recent initiative within the civil engineering field is the use of nanotechnology and materials within the construction industry. While there has been great success in the adoption of various nanoma
With the popularity and prevalence of high-speed rail in countries from Europe to Asia, this volume cites reasons for the United States to jump on the bandwagon: cost-effective, alternative to highway
The use of lasers in material processing has become a useful method for transforming industrial materials into finished products. The benefits of laser material processing are vast, including increase
In modern industries, electrical energy conversion systems consist of two main parts: electrical machines and power electronic converters. With global electricity use at an all-time high, uninterrupte
As the world continues to evolve technologically, people depend more heavily on energy-dependent systems to fulfill their daily needs. However, as these needs grow, it is important to develop sustaina
The editors present readers with a collection of academic and professional contributions on emerging and contemporary methods and research in the systemic and strategic planning of energy usage. The n
Bioinspired materials can be defined as the organic or inorganic materials that mimic naturally occurring substances. With applications in a number of fields such as biomedical, chemical, mechanical,
Written by chemists and chemical engineers from the US, Middle East, Europe, and Asia, the 15 articles in this volume outline developments in petrochemical technologies, focusing on technologies for c
With the current ubiquity of technological tools and digital media, having the skillset necessary to use and understand digital media is essential. Integrating media literacy into modern day education
Bioremediation is an emerging field of environmental research. The objective of a bioremediation process is to immobilize contaminants (reactants) or to transform them into chemical products that do n
Recent developments in information processing systems have driven the advancement of computational methods in the engineering realm. New models and simulations enable better solutions for problem-solv
The integration of technology in education has provided tremendous opportunity for learners of all ages. In today’s technology-focused society, the traditional classroom setting is being transformed t
A space business engineer with a Belgian space company, Tkatchova extols the benefits to governments and businesses of commercializing space technology and services. Other engineers, an economist, and
Researchers, designers, and artists are exploring how digital technology can be used as a design material to create interactive environments within the built environment. Interactive architecture, a c
This collection of nineteen articles on Kansei engineering, the principle of designing products based on human-like reactions and interaction, explores current scholarship in the integration of this J
Researchers and practitioners from around the world provide a snapshot of current issues, trends, and challenges on designing and developing products, considering the business and social dimensions as
Physicists, chemical engineers, and other scientists set out the theory, numerical methods, and practice of computational gas-solids flows for advanced graduate students, researchers, and practitioner
The contributors to this volume define the terms and concepts for understanding gender bias in engineering and technology fields, and propose recommendations for enhancing mentoring practices to conne
The 17 chapters collected in this volume present new research on industrial and mobile robots, the fault diagnosis of industrial systems, and intelligent algorithms for improving the operation and saf
The manufacturing industry has experienced dramatic change over the years with growing advancements, implementations, and applications in technology.Manufacturing Intelligence for Industrial Engineer
Antchev (Technical U. of Sofia, Bulgaria) describes electrical energy conversion technologies and associated electronic converters, which are becoming increasingly important as the variety of generati
Forty-three international academics, researchers, and computer science professionals contribute 15 chapters demonstrating how mathematical models and computer software can be developed and applied for
This book is concerned with the design, development, and evaluation of a new form of interactive multimedia computer-aided learning (CAL): technology-assisted problem-solving (TAPS) packages, which in
