English | 2022 | ISBN: 1032112190 | 159 pages | True PDF | 17.06 MB
Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain for Social Impact provides an accessible overview of artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technologies, and explores their applications for social enterprise and impact investing.

English | 2022 | ISBN: 3035624003 | 209 pages | True PDF | 297.93 MB
Artificial Intelligence's (AI) encounter with Architecture is still in its infancy. However, current experiments and applications already are a testimony to their gradual intersection.

English | 2023 | ISBN: 1032136200 | 297 pages | True PDF EPUB | 15.96 MB
The concept of a "smart city" is used widely in general; however, it is hard to explain because of the complexity and multidimensionality of this notion. However, the essential qualification for being a smart city is to achieve "sustainable social, environmental, and economic development" and boost the living standards of society based on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Artificial intelligence (AI). AI in smart cities has become an important aspect for cities that face great challenges to make smart decisions for social well-being, particularly cybersecurity and corporate sustainability. In this context, we aim to contribute literature with a value-added approach where various AI applications of smart cities are discussed from a different perspective. First, we start by discussing the conceptual design, modeling, and determination of components for the sustainability of a smart city structure. Since smart cities operate on spatial-based data, it is important to design, operate, and manage smart city elements using Geographical Information Systems (GIS) technologies. Second, we define the structure, type, unit, and functionality of the layers to be placed on the GIS to achieve best practices based on Industry 4.0 components. Transportation is one of the key indicators of smart cities, so it is critical to make transportation in smart cities accessible for different disabled groups by using AI technologies. Third, we demonstrate what kinds of technologies should be used for which disabled groups in different transportation vehicles with specific examples. Finally, we create a discussion platform for processes and sub-processes such as waste management, emergency management, risk management, and data management for establishing smart cities including the financial and ethical aspects.

English | 2022 | ISBN: 1032101849 | 344 pages | True EPUB | 6.85 MB
Artificial Intelligence: An Introduction for the Inquisitive Reader guides readers through the history and development of AI, from its early mathematical beginnings through to the exciting possibilities of its potential future applications. To make this journey as accessible as possible, the authors build their narrative around accounts of some of the more popular and well-known demonstrations of artificial intelligence including Deep Blue, AlphaGo and even Texas Hold'em, followed by their historical background, so that AI can be seen as a natural development of mathematics and computer science. As the book moves forward, more technical descriptions are presented at a pace that should be suitable for all levels of readers, gradually building a broad and reasonably deep understanding and appreciation for the basic mathematics, physics, and computer science that is rapidly developing artificial intelligence as it is today.

English | 2022 | ISBN: 1399000616 | 210 pages | True PDF EPUB | 24.51 MB
Illegitimate son to Edward IV and the uncle of Henry VIII, Arthur Plantagenet's life is an intriguing story. Raised in his father's court, he then became a trusted member of Henry VII's household and after his death, was a prominent figure at the court of Henry VIII. Henry VIII treated his uncle well in the early years of his reign, making him vice-admiral and then Lord Deputy of Calais in 1533. Arthur did the best he could in his new position in Calais over seven years, including trying to maintain a relationship with Thomas Cromwell against a background of religious change, but there were numerous complaints about him and his paranoid nephew's suspicions over his loyalty grew culminating in Lisle's arrest and imprisonment for two years with no legal reason. Arthur was released from the Tower in 1542, yet tragically died after receiving a diamond ring from his nephew. He was so excited that his heart that gentlest living heart' failed soon after. We owe much of what we know about Henry VIII's uncle to the seizure and preservation of the Lisle Letters, an impressive collection of correspondence obtained at his arrest that has miraculously survived. Not only do they give details of Arthur's life, but they are an amazing insight into the religious, political, culture and social background of the 16th century. Placed as he was, Arthur Plantagenet's story gives a whole new, fresh perspective on a turbulent yet vibrant period of history.

English | 2022 | ISBN: 1947163876 | 144 pages | True EPUB | 93.82 MB
Learn to make stunning quilts that are works of art! Art Quilts Made Easy is an approachable project guide that will walk you through everything you need to know to be successful in the craft of art quilting. Opening with sections on how to plan and map out your quilt, design rules and guidelines, basic tools, and the entire art quilting process from start to finish, you'll feel ready to get started! Go on to discover 12 landscape art quilt designs and step-by-step projects that capture gorgeous botanicals and animals with ease, from a fancy quilted rooster to a bright poppy arrangement. Also included are helpful illustrations and diagrams, quilt patterns and templates, easy-to-follow guidance, and an inspirational gallery of completed quilts. Author Dr. Susan Kruszynski is an award-winning landscape quilt artist and educator, and uses her 40 years of teaching experience to provide a fun and easy learning experience. Susan splits her time between creating original fabric landscape designs, teaching the art of quilted fabric landscaping, marketing fabric art shows, running her Quilting Fabrics in Time business, and teaching at Muskegon Community College.

English | 2022 | ISBN: 1119791421 | 445 pages | True PDF | 13.18 MB
Arsenic in Plants Comprehensive resource detailing the chemistry, toxicity and impact of arsenic in plants, and solutions to the problem

English | 2022 | ISBN: 9781000573947 | 343 pages | True PDF | 84.61 MB
This book explores the importance of architecture designed for the well-being of users. The creation of healthy architecture involves aspects of design, materials, environmental parameters, and intended use of both outdoor and indoor spaces to facilitate a healthy environment.

English | 2022 | ISBN: 1138101249 | 195 pages | True PDF | 7.67 MB
Archaeological Theory: The Basics is an accessible introduction to an indispensable part of what archaeologists do. The book guides the reader to an understanding of what theory is, how it works and the range of theories used in archaeology.

English | 2022 | ISBN: 0367642042 | 189 pages | True PDF EPUB | 7.76 MB
This work is a detailed description of different discrete and continuous univariate and multivariate distributions with applications in economics and different financial problems and other scenarios in which these recently developed statistical models have been applied in recent years, including actuarial statistics (with emphasis on credibility theory, ruin theory, calculation of insurance premiums, etc.), stochastic frontier analysis (estimation of technical efficiency), duration models (intraday rate of trading), population geography, income and wealth distribution, physical economy, tourism and sports, among others. Each distribution is dealt with in a separate chapter along with descriptions of all possible applications. The authors also provide a detailed analysis of the proposed probabilistic families, discussing their relationship with existing models, statistical properties, analyzing their strengths and weaknesses, similarities and differences, different estimation methods along with comments on possible applications and extensions. Simulation methods are given for most of the models presented. Many of the probabilistic models shown along with their applications in the fields indicated are a result of numerous research articles published by the authors although others are also provided, mainly based on classical formulations, which have been the starting point of more general models. This volume contains an extensive updated bibliography selected from magazines and books on statistics, mathematics, economics, actuarial sciences and computer science. This book is an essential manual for researchers, professionals, professionals and, in general, for graduate students in computer science, engineering, bioinformatics, statistics and mathematics, since the concise writing style makes the book accessible to a wide audience.