Fruits are botanically diverse, perishable, seasonal and predominantly regional in production. They come in many varieties, shapes and size, colors, flavors and textures and are an important part of a
The possibility of molecular systems for processing information has attracted much scientific attention in recent years, and here chemists report some experimental work by chemists and theoretical wor
Contributors from those fields describe experimental work by biochemists and biologists and theoretical approaches by physicists and computer scientists into using biomolecular systems for processing
This book constitutes the proceedings of the Third International Conference on Information Processing in Computer-Assisted Interventions IPCAI 2012, held in Pisa, Italy, on June 27, 2012. The 17 paper
Over the last 50 years there have been an increasing number of applications of algebraic tools to solve problems in communications, in particular in the fields of error-control codes and cryptography.
This two volume set LNCS 7016 and LNCS 7017 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Algorithms and Architectures for Parallel Processing, ICA3PP 2011, held in Melb
This two volume set LNCS 7016 and LNCS 7017 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Algorithms and Architectures for Parallel Processing, ICA3PP 2011, held in Melb
All too often, the weakest link in the chain of criminal justice is the crime scene investigation. Improper collection of evidence blocks the finding of truth. Now in its second edition, Practical Cri
The past few years have seen the emergence of a growing, widespread desire in this country, and indeed everywhere, that positive actions be taken to restore the quality of our environment, and to prot
The Reference Model of Open Distributed Processing (RM-ODP) is an international standard that provides a solid basis for describing and building widely distributed systems and applications in a system
The book is designed for end users in the field of digital imaging, who wish to update their skills and understanding with the latest techniques in image analysis. The book emphasizes the conceptual f
The 18 papers in this collection are from the symposia "Next Generation Biomaterials" and "Surface Properties of Biomaterials" at the Materials Science & Technology Conference in Houston during Oc
The Semantic Web, which is intended to establish a machine-understandable Web, is currently changing from being an emerging trend to a technology used in complex real-world applications. A number of s
The Basics of Troubleshooting in Plastics Processing is a condensed practical guide that gives the reader a broad introduction to properties of thermoplastics plastics, additives, the major processes
This book seeks to address the challenges facing the international seafood industry via a two pronged approach: by offering the latest information on established technologies and introducing new ideas
Vegetables are an important article of commerce in both developed and developing economies. Many studies point to the importance of vegetables in our diet. Handbook of Vegetables and Vegetable Proces
With Asian noodles such as instant ramen popular worldwide, there is growing interest in them from wheat-exporting countries. Hou (Asian food specialist, Wheat Marketing Center, Inc., Portland, Oregon
Three international symposia “Innovative Processing and Synthesis of Ceramics, Glasses and Composites”, “Ceramic Matrix Composites”, and “Microwave Processing of Ceramic
Images are all around us! The proliferation of low-cost, high-quality imaging devices has led to an explosion in acquired images. When these images are acquired from a microscope, telescope, satellite
The LNCS series reports state-of-the-art results in computer science research, development, and education, at a high level and in both printed and electronic form. Enjoying tight cooperation with the
Recent studies have shown that novel processing and modeling techniques may be used to create patient-specific prostheses, artificial tissues, and other implants using data obtained from magnetic reso
Low-power sensors and their applications in various fields ranging from military to civilian lives have made tremendous progress in the recent years. Low-power and extended battery life are the key f
This is the ultimate materials engineering text and resource for students developing skills and understanding of materials properties and selection for engineering applications. Written by world class
Edited by Simpson (chemical and environmental engineering, U. Tecnica Federico Santia Maria, Chile), the 18 chapters of this volume provide an up-to-date review of the physical and engineering aspects
Traditional database management systems, widely used today, are not well-suited for a class of emerging applications, such as computer network management, homeland security, sensor computing, and env
This book serves as a valuable reference for the researchers and technologists interested in innovative approaches to the synthesis and processing of ceramics and composites, as well as their propert
All the design and development inspiration and direction an digital engineer needs in one blockbuster book! Kenton Williston, author, columnist, and editor of DSP DesignLine has selected the very best
The most important part of a CSI’s job is accurate documentation of properly collected evidence. Documentation tells the story of the crime and can ultimately prove a suspect guilty. Through an array
For senior/graduate-level courses in Discrete-Time Signal Processing.THE definitive, authoritative text on DSP — ideal for those with an introductory-level knowledge of signals and systems. Written by
This volume provides a one-stop resource, compiling current research on advanced processing and manufacturing technologies for structural and multifunctional materials. It is a collection of papers fr
Cellular Signal Processing is intended for use in signal transduction courses for undergraduate and graduate students. It offers a unifying view of cell signaling that is based on the concept of prot
This volume contains a collection of papers from 10 symposia, related to materials processing and properties, held at the TMS 2008 Annual Meeting & Exhibition in New Orleans, Louisiana, March 9-1
Processing instruction (PI) is an approach to grammar instruction for second language learning. In this book, Lee (Spanish and Latin American Studies, University of New South Wales, Australia) and Ben
This book covers Curve Modeling with solutions to real life problems relating to Computer Graphics, Vision, Image Processing, Geometric Modeling and CAD/CAM. Chapters deal with basic concepts, curve d
Drawing on theories of input processing and input enhancement, Lee (Spanish and Latin American studies, U. of New South Wales, Australia) and Benati (second language acquisition, U. of Greenwich, UK)
This book is primarily a general text covering the whole sweep of the forest industries. The over-riding emphasis is on a clear, simple interpretation of the underlying science, demonstrating how such
Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is a condition affecting at least one in twenty children who experience sensations in taste, touch, sound, sight, smell, movement, and body awareness in a vastly dif
