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This manual has been developed to simplify and facilitate the structural design of box culverts and keep pace with developments in structural analysis technologies and employ them to reach the best use. It is considered as a practical book suitable for the current methods used in the design, and since the finite element programs have become a basic requirement for design in most of professional companies, it is necessary to link these programs to the manual solutions and understand the loads, analysis and outputs to reach the worst-case scenarios without forgetting the economic factors which is located in the second place after safety. The author has relied on the basic AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specification, Seventh Edition (2014).For more details, please visit https://centralwestpublishing.com

In recent years, there has been an unprecedented growth in research publications on methods for profound learners, which demonstrate theunavoidable generality of deep learning while proposing any recommender system. The structure of the book demonstrates the impact of deep learning on recommender systems. The chapters of the book can be assembled into two categories:The omnipresence of deep learning in specific domains of recommender system: These chapters address deep learning techniques in recommender systems, including recommendation with deep learning techniques in content-based systems (Chapter 3), recommendation with deep learning techniques in collaborative systems (Chapter 4), recommendation with deep learning techniques in the hybrid system (Chapter 5), recommendation in context-aware systems (Chapter 6), and combination of social network & trust-aware recommender system with deep learning (Chapter 7).Advancement and application of deep recommender system: Chapter 8 is primarily aimed at providing the readers with basic ideas and principles driving trends in recent years. Although all the recent innovations cannot be addressed in depth in a single book, the content in the closing chapter of the book is intended to perform the role of "ice-breaking" in advanced topics. The chapter further discusses other application scenarios using recommendations technologies, such as news recommendation, and computational advertising.Since this book is ostensibly written as a textbook, it is understood that a significant part of the audience will be industry experts and scholars. Thus, effort has been made to compose the book content in such a way that it is always valuable from an applicable and research point of view.For more details, please visit https://centralwestpublishing.com

The book provides greater knowledge and understanding about various complex problems arising in different domains of the engineering field and their corresponding solutions based on numerical decision-making. Use of Computational Intelligence in problem investigation and solving involves developing mathematical models, formulating scientific equations by establishing a relationship between two variables involved in a problem, scientific notations and extensive application of factual data to determine the influence of inputs over a process and calculating the values of responses through the conduction of corresponding experimental procedures. Optimization plays a crucial role in identifying the best possible course of action from a given set of alternatives, which are less time-consuming, cost-effective and manpower efficient when complex manufacturing processes are taken into consideration. This multi-disciplinary book covers ten chapters that investigate the properties, performances, troubleshooting, evaluation of processes and fabrication of products, irrespective of domain or discipline. The chapters provide solutions for the different industrial operations and also play a significant role in throwing light on recent innovations in designing data-based solutions. This book also identifies the necessity for newer tools and techniques from a multi-disciplinary approach covering all spheres of methodologies to address the issues above referred. Thus, the ultimate aim of this book is to im- part responsibility for the readers through a slew of eco-friendly and environmentally conscious solutions, which is evident in most of the chapters.For more details, please visit https://centralwestpublishing.com

Biopolymers have gained increasing importance in the development of numerous environmentally friendly materials for a wide variety of applications. The development of strategies such as blending, bio- nanocomposites as well as structural modifications such as chain extension and hyperbranching has further enhanced their potential. The resulting advanced materials have the potential to compete with traditionally used non-biodegradable polymers, thus, eventually replacing them. The book targets many such advanced biopolymers-based systems and presents deep insights into their generation, properties and performance in different applications.The book is a valuable reference for chemical, biochemical and materials engineers, as well as plastics and coatings technologists. It presents a wealth of information for the practicing scientists and researchers in both industry and academia. The book also serves as a reference text for the postgraduate university students in materials, polymer, chemical and bio-engineering disciplines.For more details, please visit https://centralwestpublishing.com

Biopolymers have gained increasing importance in the development of numerous environmentally friendly materials for a wide variety of applications. The development of strategies such as blending, bio- nanocomposites as well as structural modifications such as chain extension and hyperbranching has further enhanced their potential. The resulting advanced materials have the potential to compete with traditionally used non-biodegradable polymers, thus, eventually replacing them. The book targets many such advanced biopolymers-based systems and presents deep insights into their generation, properties and performance in different applications.The book is a valuable reference for chemical, biochemical and materials engineers, as well as plastics and coatings technologists. It presents a wealth of information for the practicing scientists and researchers in both industry and academia. The book also serves as a reference text for the postgraduate university students in materials, polymer, chemical and bio-engineering disciplines.For more details, please visit https://centralwestpublishing.com

This book consists of eighteen chapters. Chapter one presents introductory concepts and definitions along with a brief discussion of historical development of thermodynamics. Chapters two and three cover the first law of thermodynamics. Chapter two is devoted to the first law for control mass or closed systems and Chapter three is devoted to the first law for control volume or open (flow) systems. The second law of thermodynamics for closed systems is presented in Chapter four. Chapter five is devoted to the second law for open systems with applications. Thermodynamics of compressible and incompressible flows in ducts and pipes is covered in depth in Chapter six. Chapter seven is devoted to estimation of volumetric and thermodynamic properties of fluids. Chapters eight to ten provide in-depth coverage of power cycles, internal combustion engines, and refrigeration cycles. Chapters eleven and twelve are devoted to vapor-liquid phase equilibrium of ideal and non-ideal systems. Chapter thirteen provides in-depth coverage of chemical reaction equilibrium. Work and entropy analysis of closed and open systems is presented along with the Gouy-Stodola theorem in Chapter fourteen. Due to the importance of exergy and exergy analysis in many practical applications, the last four chapters (Chapters fifteen to eighteen) are fully devoted to this topic. The available textbooks in thermodynamics rarely provide satisfactory coverage of exergy and exergy analysis of processes.Each chapter begins with the student learning outcomes. Near the end of each chapter, a tutorial session is included where a number of problems are solved to illustrate the applications of concepts and theory covered in the chapter. Notation is included separately in each chapter. For the benefit of students, practice problems are included at the end of each chapter.For more details, please visit https://centralwestpublishing.com

The objective of this book is to present cutting-edge technology in electrical engineering. The research areas as diverse as computer and communication networks; electronic circuits and systems; lasers and photonics; semiconductor and solid-state devices; nano-electronics; biomedical engineering; computational methods; artificial intelligence; robotics, design and manufacturing; control and optimization; computer algorithms; games and graphics; software engineering; computer architecture; cryptography and computer security; power and energy systems; and financial analysis; have been presented in sufficient depth to provide the students the basic theory as well as insights into applications. The approach is designed to develop the thinking process in the students, enabling them to reach a sound understanding of a broad range of topics related to electrical engineering, while motivating their interest in the electrical power industry.For more details, please visit https://centralwestpublishing.com

The widespread use of emerging technologies has helped to meet the increased demand for new applications. From network design to signal processing, Wireless Communication covers all aspects of communications. This book provides details about the different emerging trends in Wireless Communication. Finally, it covers some popular research topics, including such as 5G Wireless Communication, IoT, Wireless Sensor Networks, Machine Learning and Antenna Design.For more details, please visit https://centralwestpublishing.com

Mechanical engineering is one of the oldest and broadest branches of engineering concerned primarily with applications of the principles of physics and mathematics for designing, analysing, production and operation of various machines and systems. The field of mechanical engineering requires an understanding of core areas including mechanics, thermodynamics, materials science, heat transfer, refrigeration and air conditioning, aircraft propulsion, robotics, machine dynamics, fluid mechanics, structural analysis, etc. This dictionary provides definitions and explanations for various mechanical engineering terms in the core areas of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, mechanics, manufacturing, heat transfer, design and other areas related to mechanical engineering in over 4500 clear and brief A to Z entries. This book will be helpful for students to create their early beginnings towards their career in core areas as well as higher studies.For more details, please visit https://centralwestpublishing.com

The current book presents various aspects related to the development and characterization of a range of polymeric systems and polymer composites with special emphasis on their applications.

The current book presents various aspects related to the development and characterization of a range of polymeric systems and polymer composites with special emphasis on their applications.

The book aims to present a variety of such advanced systems developed specifically for enhanced oil recovery and gas separation by providing both basic information as well as recent developments.

The book aims to present a variety of advanced adsorbent materials by providing both basic information as well as recent developments reported for these materials.

The book provides a wide array of theories on strategic human resource management. It is recommended for undergraduate and graduate students in business and human resource management practitioners.

This book aims to present a number of such blend and composite systems based on polypropylene.

The book aims to present a variety of advanced materials by providing both basic information as well as recent developments reported for these materials.

This book aims to present a number of such blend and composite systems based on polyethylene.

In this book, a complete PCB design project is implemented, and the necessary points in schematic and PCB design in Altium Designer 20 software environment are covered in different chapters.

A focus on the role of women in countries, especially in crisis and post-crisis situations, is very much needed while reviewing the progress toward gender equality and women''s empowerment. The ongoing financial and economic crisis has also sparked widespread concern about its effect on such development goals.In spite of the growing recognition both nationally and internationally, women and girls continue to face discrimination based on their gender. An immediate action is needed to strengthen political commitment to reform the discriminatory laws and policies which have existed for generations. The women''s efforts at home and at work are critical for enhancing food security and community resilience. The inclusion of women in the police force aims to strike a balance between providing safety and law enforcement while still safeguarding people''s civil rights and liberties.Most of the early literature on policing, including textbooks, are based on police administration highlighting the issues of the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. However, the field''s focus has changed since then. The reformers are now focused on racial profiling, community relations, police discretion and use of force by police, among other concerns. Today''s police conduct is better controlled than in the past, particularly since women began joining the force. More than ever before, police departments have become more diverse and inclusive.This book focuses on the various aspects associated with women empowerment and role of women police. The efforts made by the governments and constitutional bodies towards achieving the goal of women empowerment have been highlighted, in Indian perspective.For more details, please https://centralwestpublishing.com

Corrosion involves the degradation of metals due to the oxidation and reduction processes occurring during the interaction of the metallic surfaces with the aggressive environments. These electrochemical processes result in the impairment of materials'' physical and mechanical properties such as strength and ductility. Application of coatings is the most widely used method for the corrosion protection of the metallic structures. Specifically, the polymeric coatings (or reinforced polymer coatings) protect the metal substrates from external corrosive agents by acting as an effective barrier. Besides that, depending on the morphology and structure of polymers, the coatings possess the properties like thermal, chemical and mechanical stability. These properties combined with the ability to strongly adhere to metal surfaces yield durable coatings with longer service lifetime compared with other metallic and inorganic coatings. The purpose of this book is to assimilate the recent advances in the field of functional coatings systems for achieving effective corrosion protection.For more details, please visit https://centralwestpublishing.com

Corrosion involves the degradation of metals due to the oxidation and reduction processes occurring during the interaction of the metallic surfaces with the aggressive environments. These electrochemical processes result in the impairment of materials'' physical and mechanical properties such as strength and ductility. Application of coatings is the most widely used method for the corrosion protection of the metallic structures. Specifically, the polymeric coatings (or reinforced polymer coatings) protect the metal substrates from external corrosive agents by acting as an effective barrier. Besides that, depending on the morphology and structure of polymers, the coatings possess the properties like thermal, chemical and mechanical stability. These properties combined with the ability to strongly adhere to metal surfaces yield durable coatings with longer service lifetime compared with other metallic and inorganic coatings. The purpose of this book is to assimilate the recent advances in the field of functional coatings systems for achieving effective corrosion protection.For more details, please visit https://centralwestpublishing.com

Deer Jhonn: Letters Describing What Can Be Seen is a collection of letters addressed to people, objects, places, and animals. It intends to help human-animal relationships. The interdisciplinary methods of the book present citations to case laws, scientific advocacy essays, and describe human understanding of animals. Deer Jhonn is a social psychological learning process. It highlights philosophies and important organizational principles addressed in each chapter. It offers fun and exciting examples about how to understand what one sees and use experiences to overcome obstacles. This format facilitates information synthesis and urges readers to make lasting impressions and relationships, increase devotion to these causes, and participate in important and inevitable changes. The heart wrenching material evokes acceptance.The purpose of Deer Jhonn is to rally support. This book makes a conscientious contribution to the field of animal research for three reasons. First, it expresses sentiments that are unique, special, and tender. It relies on original research and imparts specialized perspectives. Second, the book addresses animals as persons. Animals are foundational members of the home and human society. Human-animal relationships are essential, and Deer Jhonn unabashedly exposes feelings and ideas to honor and support animals. Animals experience evils inflicted by humans, and sometimes require human intervention as a result of environmental conditions. Third, the citations reference key connections between sentiments and the disciplines supporting this work. This book provides insight to scholars in a variety of fields, including history, biology, animal studies, sociology, psychology, and other disciplines.For more details, please visit https://centralwestpublishing.com