Digital Control Engineering

This second edition of Natural Enemies will give students, professionals, and anyone wishing to learn the basics of biological control a fully updated and thorough introduction. The book discusses the huge diversity of organisms used in the control of pests, weeds and plant pathogens, and compares the many different strategies referred to as 'biological control': the introduction of exotic natural enemies, application of predators, parasitoids, and microorganisms as biopesticides, and manipulation of the environment to enhance natural enemy populations. The authors present the ecological concepts which form the bases of biological control and discuss recent changes to make biological control safe for the environment. Case studies are included throughout, providing in-depth examples of the use of different organisms and strategies in a variety of ecosystems. A new chapter covers the current challenges; the impact of climate change, the problem of invasive species, and how biological con

Submarine Optical Cable Engineering presents a summary and exposition from authors engaged in the submarine optical cable engineering field. It systematically discusses the theory and practice of engi

Digital Sports Journalism gives detailed guidance on a range of digital practices for producing content for smartphones and websites. Each chapter discusses a skill that has become essential for sport

Digital Sports Journalism gives detailed guidance on a range of digital practices for producing content for smartphones and websites. Each chapter discusses a skill that has become essential for sport

This book focuses on the finite-time control of attitude stabilization, attitude tracking for individual spacecraft, and finite-time control of attitude synchronization. It discusses formation reconfi

Non-Cinema: Global Digital Filmmaking and the Multitude provides an original film-philosophy through which to understand low budget digital filmmaking from around the globe. It draws upon a wide range

The gun control debate is more complex than we often acknowledge. What is often phrased as a single question -- should we have gun control -- Is actually made up of three distinct policy questions. Fi

In what sort of assemblages, the strategies and digital policies in organization are made? Beyond digital mantras and management slogans/fictions, what is the concrete factory of informati

The gun control debate is more complex than we often acknowledge. What is often phrased as a single question -- should we have gun control -- Is actually made up of three distinct policy questions. Fi

Covers the basic principles and theories of engineering physics and offers a balance between theoretical concepts and their applications. It is designed as a textbook for an introductory course in engineering physics. Beginning with a comprehensive discussion on oscillations and waves with applications in the field of mechanical and electrical engineering, it goes on to explain the basic concepts such as Huygen's principle, Fresnel's biprism, Fraunhofer diffraction and polarization. Emphasis has been given to an understanding of the basic concepts and their applications to a number of engineering problems. Each topic has been discussed in detail, both conceptually and mathematically. Pedagogical features including solved problems, unsolved exercised and multiple choice questions are interspersed throughout the book. This will help undergraduate students of engineering acquire skills for solving difficult problems in quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, nanoscience, energy systems and o

Digital Marketing: Communicating, Selling and Connecting is an invaluable and vital tool for students seeking a comprehensive introduction to the subject of digital marketing. Written by a leading exp

Get ready to be an effective digital leader, influencer, disruptor, and catalyst for change in the digital world!As a leader you need to constantly evolve to achieve sustained success. The world

This book uses the conceptual tools of philosophy to shed light on digital media and on the way in which they bear upon our existence. At the turn of the century, the rise of digital media significant

This book covers various modern theoretical, technical, practical and technological aspects of computerized numerical control and control systems of deterministic and stochastic dynamical processes.

Interest in the use of digital technology in art therapy has grown significantly in recent years. This book provides an authoritative overview of the applications of digital art therapy with different

This book provides an in-depth understanding of big data challenges to digital forensic investigations, also known as big digital forensic data. It also develops the basis of using data mining in big

‘Fundamentals and Operations in Food Process Engineering’ deals with basic engineering principles and transport processes applied to food processing, followed by specific unit operations with large nu

This book addresses engineering learning in early childhood, spanning ages 3 to 8 years. It explores why engineering experiences are important in young children's overall development and how engineeri

In recent years, the process and outlet for public speaking has grown with digital progressions such as TED talks, and Facebook Live. Purposeful Communication in a Digital Age, 2nd Edition provides a

In recent years, the process and outlet for public speaking has grown with digital progressions such as TED talks, and Facebook Live. Purposeful Communication in a Digital Age, 2nd Edition provides a

Archaeology and Archaeological Information in the Digital Society shows how the digitization of archaeological information, tools and workflows and their interplay with both old and new non-digital pr

This book provides a comprehensive presentation of classical and advanced topics in estimation and control of dynamical systems with an emphasis on stochastic control. Many aspects which are not

Thermodynamics of Phase Equilibria in Food Engineering is the definitive book on the thermodynamics of equilibrium applied to food engineering. Food is a complex matrix, consisting of different classe

This volume, Electronics and Communication Engineering: Applications and Innovations, addresses a selection of important current advancements in the electronics and communication engineering fields, f

Scriptwriting for Web Series: Writing for the Digital Age offers aspiring writers a comprehensive how-to guide to scriptwriting for web series in the digital age.Containing in-depth advice on writing

This volume gives an overview on recent developments for various applications of modern engineering design. Different engineering disciplines such as mechanical, materials, computer and process engine

Scriptwriting for Web Series: Writing for the Digital Age offers aspiring writers a comprehensive how-to guide to scriptwriting for web series in the digital age.Containing in-depth advice on writing

As a branch of engineering, biomolecular engineering is the process of manipulating the molecules by using the elements of engineering and making them more useful. It is also used to find solutions fo

Reinforcement Learning for Optimal Feedback Control develops model-based and data-driven reinforcement learning methods for solving optimal control problems in nonlinear deterministic dynamical system

Electrical engineering falls under the vast field of engineering. It is referred to as application of the models of electromagnetism, electricity and electronics, to understand the working of engineer

This book systematically introduces engineering fluid mechanics in a simple and understandable way, focusing on the basic concepts, principles and methods. Engineering fluid mechanics is necessary for

The branch of engineering which focuses on the practical use of electricity, and studies the designing and maintenance of electrical devices is known as electrical engineering. It has a number of subd

Software engineering refers to the process of applying engineering principles to develop software in a systematic method. It includes developing, designing, researching, operating and compiling system

The behavior of varied devices is managed and regulated by control systems. Control systems are of two types, open loop control systems and closed loop control systems. Programmable logic controllers,

The study and practice of designing, constructing, manufacturing and operating automobiles is known as automotive engineering. It is a sub-field of vehicle engineering. It is based on the elements of

Since its emergence, civil engineering has been rapidly expanding. Civil engineering is the oldest discipline of engineering. It studies the construction and maintenance of buildings, roads, canals an

A guide to common control principles and how they are used to characterize a variety of physiological mechanisms The second edition of Physiological Control Systems offers an updated and comprehensive

This book will convey the scope of chemical and biomolecular engineering practice, with a goal of helping students interested in studying chemical engineering and biomolecular engineering to understan

This textbook fosters information exchange and discussion on all aspects of introductory matters of modern mechanical engineering from a number of perspectives including: mechanical engineering as a p

In today's world, everyone should have the right to become a digital citizen, with access to the Internet. All digital citizens should also have certain rights, just like in the real world. However, w