Computer-aided Control Systems Design

The control of vibrating systems is a significant issue in the design of aircraft, spacecraft, bridges and high-rise buildings. This 2001 book discusses the control of vibrating systems, integrating structural dynamics, vibration analysis, modern control and system identification. Integrating these subjects is an important feature in that engineers will need only one book, rather than several texts or courses, to solve vibration control problems. The book begins with a review of basic mathematics needed to understand subsequent material. Chapters then cover more recent and valuable developments in aerospace control and identification theory, including virtual passive control, observer and state-space identification, and data-based controller synthesis. Many practical issues and applications are addressed, with examples showing how various methods are applied to real systems. Some methods show the close integration of system identification and control theory from the state-space perspec

Putting the G into CAGD, the authors provide a much-needed practical and basic introduction to computer-aided geometric design. This book will help readers understand and use the elements of computer-

A book/CD-ROM treatment of transport phenomena in porous media, textile, and automation technology for porous reinforcement, and of computer aided engineering for design optimization, offering a guide

Computer algebra systems have revolutionized the use of computers within mathematics research, and are currently extending that revolution to the undergraduate mathematics curriculum. But the power of such systems goes beyond simple algebraic or numerical manipulation. This book shows how computer-aided mathematics has reached a level where it can support effectively many of the computations in science and engineering. In addition to treating traditional computer science topics, an introductory course should show scientists and engineers how these computer-based tools can be used to do scientific computations. A valuable text for computer science courses for scientists and engineers, this book should also prove useful to Mathematica users at all levels. Covering the latest release of Mathematica, the book includes useful tips and techniques to help even seasoned users.

The emerging area of hybrid dynamical systems lies at the interface of control theory and computer science, i.e., analogue 'and' digital aspects of systems. This new monograph presents state-of-the-ar

This proceedings volume consists of papers presented at the Seventh International Workshop on Computer-Aided Scheduling of Pllblic Transport, which was held at th th the Massachusetts Institute of Tec

"Analysis and Design of Energy Systems" is a readable, self-contained (data, properties), computer based and applications oriented book. It includes a large number of realistic examples and problems,

Explains the benefits of computer-aided design and manufacturing in activities ranging from yarn and fiber production through lace-making, pattern-cutting, and grading, to client representations and p

Highlights recent advances in technology computer-aided design (TCAD) and identifies critical areas for future emphasis. The 39 contributions from the December 1997 symposium cover four main topics--

Incorporating recent developments in control and systems research, Linear Control Theory provides the fundamental theoretical background needed to fully exploit control system design software. This lo

Thermal systems are essential features in power, chemical processing, air conditioning, and other industries where heat and power are used. As the cost and complexity of designing thermal systems have increased, the need to understand and improve the design process has also grown. This book describes recent progress in the design of thermal systems. The book begins with a brief history and outline of developments in thermal system design. Chapters then discuss computer design tools for the power and chemical industries, predicting physical properties with computational tools, the use of 'pinch analysis' to improve thermal efficiency, applications of the exergy concept, the emerging concept of thermoeconomics, and the potential for artificial intelligence and expert systems in the design of thermal systems. With chapters written by internationally recognised authorities, the book offers a state-of-the-art review for both researchers and practitioners in mechanical, aerospace, chemical,

Control systems design methodologies have long suffered the traditional and myopic dichotomy between time and frequency domain approaches, each of them being specialized to cope with only scarcely ove

Until recently B-spline curves and surfaces (NURBS) were principally of interest to the computer aided design community, where they have become the standard for curve and surface description. Today we

Automatic control systems have become essential features in virtually every area of technology, from machine tools to aerospace vehicles. This book is a comprehensive, clearly written introduction to automatic control engineering. The author begins with the fundamentals of modelling mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical systems in the state variable format. The emphasis is on classical feedback control theory and design, and their application to practical electromechanical and aerospace problems. Following a careful grounding in classical control theory, the author introduces modern control theory, including digital control and nonlinear system analysis. Over 230 problems help the reader apply principles discussed in the text to practical engineering situations. Engineering students and practising engineers will find all they need to know about control system analysis and design in this valuable text.

The first comprehensive guide to designing highly usable, fully integrated computer-based information systems. Traditional human-computer interaction (HCI) and system design models have proven too nar

This book bridges the gap between logical design and VLS1 design- this substantially revised edition reflects the computer engineering curricula changes of the past decade. Although many of the same t

Recently there has been increased interest in the development of computer-aided design programs to support the system level designer of integrated circuits more actively. Such design tools hold the pr

Computer simulation of systems has become an important tool in scientific research and engineering design, including the simulation of systems through the motion of their constituent particles. Import

Learn all about the truly epic life of one of the most famous women rulers in history! Cleopatra's legacy as a trailblazing leader and political strategist dazzles in this addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling series.Cleopatra was born into a time when power struggles within her own kingdom of Egypt were magnified with the increasing dominance of Rome. As more and more kingdoms were conquered by the Roman Empire, Cleopatra faced challenges at home in Egypt. When her brother Ptolemy XIII stole the throne from her, Cleopatra knew she had to befriend Rome in order to protect Egypt. Working with Roman general Julius Caesar, she regained control of her empire and served her people well. After Caesar's death, Cleopatra joined with his friend Mark Antony to ensure the preservation of Egypt.Cleopatra is remembered as the resourceful and charming leader of Egypt who helped the kingdom prosper and maintain power at a time when much of the Mediterranean was in turmoil.

＼\國內第一本！OpenClaw實戰專書 /／ AI 助理不只住在手機裡。OpenClaw 是第一個真正能「坐在你電腦前幫你做事」的開源 Computer Agent，從開啟軟體、填寫表單、執行指令到控制硬體，全部辦得到。這本書帶你從零開始，把 OpenClaw 變成 24 小時不下班的個人助理。 1. Computer Agent：史上第一個能真正「坐在電腦前幫你做事」的開源 AI 2. 完整安裝：從零開始，在 macOS 上把 OpenClaw 裝好裝滿 3. Telegram 連接：手機傳一句話，電腦立刻動起來 4. LINE 連接：用最熟悉的 App 直接指揮你的 AI 助理 5. 正式域名：Cloudflare Tunnel 加 Docker，開機自動上線、永不斷線 6. 全通道串接：WhatsApp、iMessage 一次接齊，一個大腦管所有入口 7. 多重 Agents：工作、私人、研究各一個分身，記憶個性完全隔離 8. Skills 擴充：不用寫程式，用 Markdown 就能讓 Agent 學會新技能 9. Mac 桌面操控：Peekaboo 讓 Agent 看見螢幕、點擊按鈕、操作任何 App 10. Nodes 多機協作：一個指令同時控制多台電腦，打造你的 AI 機器軍團 11. 語音電話通報：整合 Twilio，任務完成時 Agent 直接打電話給你

The renegade leader of the Red Corsairs must adapt to an Imperium led by Roboute Guilliman, all while struggling to retain power in the face of dissension among his vicious followers. Huron Blackheart is the master of the Red Corsairs, but keeping power is never certain for those renegades who have renounced the Imperium. With the galaxy thrown into turmoil by the return of Roboute Guilliman, and new challenges to his authority emerging within his own ranks, Huron must call on every trick he knows to stay in control... and alive. But even a warrior as ferocious as the Blood Reaver must be wary, for although there are still bargains open to him, not all are ones he should rush into...

From the New York Times Bestselling Creator of Hilo, comes Hilo Presents--introducing all new stories, new heroes, and new worlds! Miranda's an average kid trying to make it through the school day—but is she also the SUPERHERO known as THE MIGHTY?! Get ready for Mega-sized adventure and fun!Welcome to Willow City—home to the one and only Miranda Luna!Miranda loves Willow City and her life...exactly as they are. But lately everything seems to be changing. Crime is up in the city. Bullying is up at school. Even Miranda's family is acting weird. It feels like everything is out of her control...even her own body! (What's with all this hair? And where did this super-strength come from?!) The world needs someone to fix things. There's a local legend about a giant, furry, mythical creature who has always kept Willow City safe in times of need. But that doesn't have anything to do with Miranda...right? Does Miranda have what it takes to be the hero that Willow City needs..and the person she wa

Ren's quest to dismantle Kathor's corrupt system comes to a head as political machinations and a mysterious disease take hold of the city in this edge-of-your-seat conclusion to the "pulse-pounding" (Publishers Weekly, on A Door in the Dark) New York Times bestselling Waxways series. After taking control of House Brood, Ren and Theo dreamed of using their newfound influence to change the rest of Kathor, but now they find their efforts being countered by the other great houses, who have no interest in a world where they enjoy less power. No one understands that better than the Tin'Vori siblings. The return of their ancestral home was a decade in the making, but they're eager to keep rising from the ashes. Nevelyn begins researching House Brood--and ends up face-to-face with an enemy that's already slouching toward the gates of the city. The one enemy no one can avoid: a plague. The victims experience strange bruising, an unquenchable thirst, and a temporary disruption in magic. When doc

★《Artemis Fowl》遇上《Dogman》的瘋狂火花，爆笑又失控的全新圖像小說系列登場！★ 顛覆你對仙子的所有想像──這裡沒有夢幻仙塵，只有背叛、混戰與橡實大戰！★ 荒唐英雄 Pip 正式出任務，在花園世界掀起一場最混亂也最精彩的冒險！一部顛覆童話印象的爆笑圖像小說，把仙子寫得壞壞的、吵吵的，卻也讓人一看就愛上。主角 Pip 誤打誤撞闖進權力鬥爭核心，在陰謀、預言與大戰中一路失控前進。節奏快、笑點密、畫面鬧翻天，特別適合喜歡《Dogman》式瘋狂幽默與奇幻冒險的孩子。Artemis Fowl meets Dogman in the first book of this madcap graphic novel series following factions of sneaky, double-crossing fairies who will do anything for control of their world, The Garden. Everyone knows that fairies are gentle, beautiful, and kind creatures who live in flowers and dress in pastels, right? WRONG! Fairies are horrible, disgusting backstabbers constantly at war with each other for power and control. They're not even magical for pete's sake. And then there's Pip, a cheeky, impulsive tree fairy who could give two hoots about power and is really just looking for a party. But after being tasked with delivering an important message to the higher ups at the top of the tree, she's thrown into a breakneck adventure involving a dubious an

本書以「國際展演脈絡的對話一創作與設計交流」為核心，參與多國展覽、競賽與策展的實踐經驗，選介二十五件作品，進一步探討設計如何在不同文化語境中被理解、被回應與再調整。透過展演回饋、跨文化對話與教學轉譯，建構一套以展演為方法、以交流為核心的創作與學習脈絡。This book is centered on ""Dialogues in International Exhibition Contexts: Creative and Design Exchange."" Drawing on practical experience from participating in exhibitions, competitions, and curatorial projects across multiple countries, it presents a selection of twenty-five works to examine how design is interpreted, responded to, and recalibrated within different cultural contexts. Through exhibition feedback, cross-cultural dialogue, and pedagogical translation, the book constructs a framework for creation and learning that takes exhibition as a method and exchange as its core.

布莉吉特受邀來到奧雷亞里斯家的宅邸， 遇見一名與尤里非常相似的神祕少年。 布莉吉特離開宅邸回到家後， 剛才那名少年不知為何卻出現在她面前!? 而他竟開口說要指導無法召喚出自身精靈的布莉吉特── 這是兩位「反派」始於最糟邂逅的戀愛故事之第四幕。 © Chiru Ukai © Harunadon / SB Creative Corp. Original Character Design: Yomi Sarachi ★這個小孩長得很像我喜歡的人── ★我也想像他一樣變得更強大！ ★無能千金與天才少爺的笨拙戀愛故事──第四集!

An innovative board book design that lets toddlers place three chunky shapes into matching slots. This bold, bright board book makes learning about shapes and first words endlessly fun. Three chunky circles, featuring 6 bright colours, attach to the book with colourful ribbons to create an engaging colour-sorting game, perfect for children from one to three years.The shapes slot into a die-cut on the page, with satisfying ease, completing a variety of images, from an ice cream cone to a branch full of bugs. Matching the colours aids children in their fine motor skills, hand-eye co-ordination and problem-solving skills. Each spread also introduces popular first words, making this the ideal book to learn from while having fun.Illustrated in vivid colour and effortless style by Polish artist Susie Hammer. Also available: Match the Shape

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a . . . pancake? Our favorite syrupy superhero returns in a new graphic novel to face Breakfast Town’s new supervillain and take down her terrible mind control machine . . . before it takes over the entire town!When we last saw our hero, Peggy Pancake, she was learning to be more responsible by babysitting five mini muffins and rescuing Breakfast Town from a Mini Mega Laser of Doom disaster. Now, stranger things are happening . . . and Peggy is so busy trying to prevent Breakfast Town from becoming complete toast, she keeps missing important plans with her brother, Patrick! To try and mend their relationship, Peggy and Patrick’s parents sign them up to perform together at the school talent show. Little do they know the Bacon Bullies will be in the audience, and Peggy’s singing voice has been, well, more scrambled than it used to be.As Peggy and her friends investigate the mysterious events around town, they find a familiar enemy working from a lair under

A deluxe illustrated edition of Mary Shelley’s horror classic – the first story in a bold new direction for the MinaLima Classics, the best-selling series from the renowned design studio behind the graphics for the Harry Potter film franchise – featuring original full-color artwork and interactive elements.Frankensteinhas terrified and delighted readers since its initial publication in 1818. Victor Frankenstein’s Creature—stitched together from the limbs of the dead, taken from “the dissecting room and the slaughterhouse”—is a grotesque being who, rejected by his maker and starved of human companionship, embarks on a journey of revenge. In the most famous gothic horror story ever told, Mary Shelley confronts the limitations of science, the nature of human cruelty, hubris, and ambition, and the pathway to forgiveness.Shelley’s revered novel comes to life as never before in this inventive edition showcasing the magical artistry of MinaLima. Brimming with original illustrations and seven

A vibrant little red book, where artist Didier Cornille playfully transforms opposites -empty to full, round to square- into surprising visual delights, with hidden foldout pages. A small click, a big bang. A sleek limo, a compact car. Contrasts at every turn! This tiny, vibrant red book, with its minimalist design, surprises at every page with a playful mix of opposites. In Big, Little: A Book of Opposites, Didier Cornille transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary, making empty spaces feel full, vertical shapes horizontal, and round objects square. Plus, discover a few hidden fold-out pages that add an extra element of surprise.

Equal parts Sapiens, Behave, and Superintelligence, but wholly original in scope, A Brief History of Intelligence offers a paradigm shift for how we understand neuroscience and AI. Artificial intelligence entrepreneur Max Bennett chronicles the five "breakthroughs" in the evolution of human intelligence and reveals what brains of the past can tell us about the AI of tomorrow. In the last decade, capabilities of artificial intelligence that had long been the realm of science fiction have, for the first time, become our reality. AI is now able to produce original art, identify tumors in pictures, and even steer our cars. And yet, large gaps remain in what modern AI systems can achieve--indeed, human brains still easily perform intellectual feats that we can't replicate in AI systems. How is it possible that AI can beat a grandmaster at chess but can't effectively load a dishwasher? As AI entrepreneur Max Bennett compellingly argues, finding the answer requires diving into the billion-yea

A unique and richly illustrated gift book featuring four classic stories from the ballet.Step into the magical world of the ballet with this timeless collection of four stories, each one based on a beloved classical ballet. Now beautifully reimagined by the award-winning Caryl Hart, with luminous illustrations throughout from Briony May Smith.Delight in dancing swans, fantastical firebirds, sleeping princesses and sugar plum fairies in this fresh, dynamic and magical collection that will delight all ages from 5 and up.With its gold foil cover, jewellike colours and striking design, this is the ultimate gift for all fans of ballet and fairy tale and a glorious celebration of story, dance and theatre. A book to treasure and share.Featuring Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, The Firebird and The Nutcracker.

This stylish book presents the human body from head to toe, with clever infographics and fun facts.Did you know that our tongues have between 3,000 and 10,000 taste buds? Or that the human eye can detect over 10 million colors? Or that the middle fingernail grows the fastest, especially during the warmer months?Heat to Toe is the first book in a visually stunning infographics series that shows just how fascinating scientific information can be! It presents a collection of weird and wonderful facts about the human body with fun and stylish artwork that will captivate and delight readers.A COLLECTION OF THE WEIRDEST AND MOST WONDERFUL FACTS: Starting at the top of the human body and moving all the way down to the bottom.GIFT APPEAL: The bold artwork and infographic design paired with easy-to-understand text makes this a perfect gift for both design and science lovers!FULL STEAM AHEAD: Perfect for any kid interested in science and human biology.Perfect for:Gift-givers looking for science

Filled with simple, black-and-white images including a pumpkin patch, mice carving pumpkins and some friendly Halloween jack-o-lanterns. Just use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and watch as delightful hues magically appear! Great for keeping little ones busy and helping them learn brush control skills at the same time. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book.

The debut novel from the author of global bestseller This Is Going to HurtWhen a toxic hospital consultant dies of a heart attack, fellow doctor Eitan Rose smells foul play. Nobody else does though, including some quite crucial players like the police and the coroner. So when another senior doctor dies in similar circumstances, he's determined to prove there's more to these deaths than meets the eye.But following time off for his mental health, Eitan's friends and colleagues begin to question his judgement as his chaotic investigation and equally chaotic life spiral simultaneously out of control. Is he making a career-ending mistake, or could there genuinely be a killer stalking the wards?A deathly funny mix of mystery, murder and medicine, A PARTICULARLY NASTY CASE is the brilliantly original debut novel from Adam Kay, BAFTA-winning author of multi-million global bestseller THIS IS GOING TO HURT.PRAISE FOR A PARTICULARLY NASTY CASE'Brilliant. It will make you laugh and weep' Reverend

Tanjiro and the rest of the Demon Slayer Corps are back and facing their greatest challenge yet: school life! Welcome to Kimetsu Academy, a school attended by the most exceptional students you've ever seen! This comedic spin-off of the international smash hit Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba pits Tanjiro, Nezuko, and all the rest of the Demon Slayer Corps against the trials and tribulations of student life. School's about to be out--forever! As the school's culture festival approaches, Muzan seizes on an opportunity to finally take control of Kimetsu Academy! Will Tanjiro, Inosuke, and Zenitsu be able to ensure their festival goes off without a hitch, or will their rocking musical performance end with a very real bang? And let's not forget about Daki's part-time job, a lesson on lending with Sanemi, and an educational hot pot experience with Rengoku!

本書為知名插畫師WLOP的最新個人作品集，收錄了WLOP從2022年至2025年全新繪製的“鬼刀”“雲蟲”系列插畫，作品數量有150餘幅。本書分為兩部分，分別為《鬼刀》和《雲蟲》，展示了“鬼刀”“雲蟲”漫畫中的最新人物和場景作品。本書裝幀考究，設計、印刷均為珍藏級別，適合CG（Computer Graphics，指借助計算機設計、製作的動畫）愛好者、繪畫愛好者、漫畫愛好者欣賞，也適合藝術相關從業者收藏與臨摹。

TheNew York Timesbestselling author ofAll the Stars and Teethbrings to life a highly romantic, Gothic-infused world of wealth, desire, and betrayal.​Orphaned as a baby, nineteen-year-old Signa has been raised by a string of guardians, each more interested in her wealth than her well-being—and each has met an untimely end. Her remaining relatives are the elusive Hawthornes, an eccentric family living at Thorn Grove, an estate both glittering and gloomy. Its patriarch mourns his late wife through wild parties, while his son grapples for control of the family’s waning reputation and his daughter suffers from a mysterious illness. But when their mother’s restless spirit appears claiming she was poisoned, Signa realizes that the family she depends on could be in grave danger and enlists the help of a surly stable boy to hunt down the killer.However, Signa’s best chance of uncovering the murderer is an alliance with Death himself, a fascinating, dangerous shadow who has never been far from h

Minecraft暢銷作者全新力作，遊戲與閱讀完美融合結合角色扮演與互動敘事，本書打造全新閱讀體驗。讀者將化身學徒賽斯，在危機四伏的地下迷宮中冒險，透過選擇與骰子決定故事走向。融合遊戲機制與奇幻情節，不僅提升閱讀參與感，也讓每一次翻頁都充滿未知與驚喜，是進入RPG世界的最佳入門之作。Adventure awaits in this middle-grade fantasy series that invites young readers to step into the shoes of of the story's hero! Combining elements of table-top roleplaying and pick-your-poison storytelling, a roll of the dice determines whether you'll score a legendary win...or an epic fail. Set in a classic high-fantasy setting, Seth is last-surviving apprentice of the great wizard Bristleboor. One day, Bristleboor sends Seth on a mission to find an elusive flower that grows in the tunnels under the castle they live in. Aided by an imprisoned imp named Calivore, Seth traverses the tunnels and comes upon monsters to fight and puzzles to solve while learning secrets about himself...and his master. By the end, he and the reader will need to make choices about where and with whom their loyalties lie and what kind of hero they want to become. In this

★ Roblox玩家必讀圖像小說全新系列開跑★ 校園日常×虛擬世界穿越，笑點與戰鬥一次到位★ 漫畫式分鏡＋滿版細節，沉浸感滿分故事從一場校園意外開始，Mitch與好友穿越進入虛擬學院世界，展開升級闖關冒險。Do you have what it takes to be a student at the academy for Roblox pros? Introducing the first book in an unofficial Roblox graphic novel series, Academy for Roblox Pros!Mitch and his friends thought that they were having an average day at school. Their principal, Principal Borelox, was being awful as usual, and Roger and his cronies were getting on their nerves. But when Mitch accidentally spills his drink on his computer in the tech lab, something miraculous happens. A door appears out of nowhere with the symbol of their favorite video game, Roblox. Well, Mitch and his buddies just have to check it out!Stepping through the door, the kids are immediately transported into Roblox Academy, a blocky world where they are all avatars of themselves. Can the kids get to the bottom of this digital world ... or will the mysterious villain, Mr. Warlock, turn them all into zombies!? Read and fi