Cybernetics and systems theory Books

Combining control theory and modeling, this textbook introduces and builds on methods for simulating and tackling concrete problems in a variety of applied sciences. Emphasizing "learning by doing," the authors focus on examples and applications to...

Sensitivity analysis and optimal shape design are key issues in engineering that have been affected by advances in numerical tools currently available. This book, and its supplementary online files, presents basic optimization...

"This volume is a textbook on linear control systems with an emphasis on stochastic optimal control with solution methods using spectral factorization in line with the original approach of N. Wiener. Continuous-time and...

The problem of developing a systematic approach to the design of feed­ back strategies capable of shaping the response of complicated dynamical control systems illustrates the integration of a wide variety of mathemat­ ical...

The book deals with several closely related topics concerning approxima­ tions and perturbations of random processes and their applications to some important and fascinating classes of problems in the analysis and design of...

This textbook presents a systematic study of the qualitative and geometric theory of nonlinear differential equations and dynamical systems. Although the main topic of the book is the local and global behavior of nonlinear...

Discover the fascinating journey from AI hype to reality in "The Future of AI: From Hype to Reality." This insightful book, penned by leading experts in the field, takes you on a comprehensive exploration of artificial intelligence, unveiling its...

Are you intrigued by the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity? Do you want to be a force for good in the digital realm? Look no further than "Hacking for Good: Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity." This comprehensive guide is your gateway to understanding...

Discover the transformative power of technology in "Emerging Technologies and Society," a comprehensive exploration of the ever-evolving landscape of innovation. Authored by experts in the field, this book delves into the pivotal chapters, revealing the...

Are you looking for exciting new ways to invest?Have you heard of the Metaverse and its amazingly creative opportunities?How would you use it to generate passive income streams that will increase your wealth? The Metaverse is here now, and...

Insider threat is a real issue, pain point, and can be a challenge in any organization of any size or industry. Having experienced personnel, the right tools, and the right processes can certainly assist your organization in moving in a positive...

Flood, Field and Forest is a book written by George Rooper and published in 1874. The book is a descriptive account of the natural landscapes of England, focusing on the effects of floods, the beauty of the countryside fields, and the majesty of the...

Metaheuristics for Resource Deployment under Uncertainty in Complex Systems analyzes how to set locations for the deployment of resources to incur the best performance at the lowest cost. Resources can be static nodes and moving nodes while services for...

Consent is necessary for collecting, processing and transferring Personal Identifiable Information (PII) and sensitive personal data. But to what extent? What are the limitations and restricts to avoid penalties under The General Data Protection...

Ce livre est un essai techno-philosophique qui vise à répondre aux questions suivantes : Est-ce que les ordinateurs peuvent créer ? La création n'est-elle pas le fruit d'un processus de l'intelligence où...

Operations Research in Space and Air is a selection of papers reflecting the experience and expertise of international OR consulting companies and academic groups. The global market and competition play a crucial part in the...

It is unlikely that any frontier of economics/econometrics is being pushed faster, further than that of computational techniques. The computer has become a tool for performing as well as an environment in which to perform...

The explosive development of information science and technology puts in new problems involving statistical data analysis. These problems result from higher re­ quirements concerning the reliability of statistical decisions, the...

Gertrudis Van de Vijver· Seminar of Logic and Epistemology University of Ghent Before being classified under the fashionable denominators of complexity and chaos, self-organization and autonomy were intensely inquired into in...

Cyber-security and its related threats change constantly. The book aims at using practical contemporary machine learning-based techniques for detecting everyday threats such as, malware and dynamic risk analysis on attack graphs to determine how...

This bookseries aimes to report new developments on parts of control systems and signal processing at a high level, without a restriction in the size of contribution, if (it is) necessary. Basic knowledge is needed. Each volume...

1 Selbstorganisation als wissenschaftliche Revolution Seit Beginn der 1960er Jahre bahnt sich eine wissenschaftliche Revolution an, die inzwischen unter dem Sammelbegriff Selbstorganisation zu einem gro13angelegten, nahezu aIle...

Im Rahmen der Komplexitätstheorie wird versucht, die Schwierigkeit von Problemen durch den Ressourcenverzehr zu messen, der durch die Problem­ lösung verursacht wird. Zur Untersuchung dieser Problemschwierigkeit ("Komplexität")...

Les systèmes se rencontrent partout et nous les percevons au quotidien dans nos vies privées et professionnelles. Nous utilisons tous le mot système pour décrire quelque chose d'essentiel mais souvent abstrait, complexe et même mystérieux. Cependant,...

The stories in this book are truly fictional and no event mentioned in any of the stories are not true as far as my knowledge.Even though, the author of this book is a software engineer, he doesn't like computers at all. He thought that he might be...

It is with great pleasure that I offer my reflections on Professor Anthony N. Michel's retirement from the University of Notre Dame. I have known Tony since 1984 when he joined the University of Notre Dame's faculty as Chair of...

The disciplines of computer science and operations research (OR) have been linked since their origins, each contributing to the dramatic advances of the other. This work explores the connections between these key technologies:...

Solid Freeform Fabrication is a set of manufacturing processes that are capable of producing complex freeform solid objects directly from a computer model of an object without part-specific tooling or knowledge. In essence,...

"Do we see the world as it really is, or is the world of our experience mere illusion?" That question has fascinated reflective people since ancient times. Modern neuroscience has finally provided the definitive answer -- it's both -- and The World...

In today's digital world, where remote working is becoming increasingly common, it is crucial to understand the importance of network security. With the rise of cyber threats and the adoption of hybrid working models, organizations and individuals must...

"Dive into the transformative world of agriculture with 'IoT in Agriculture,' a comprehensive guide that unravels the intricacies of integrating Internet of Things (IoT) technologies into farming practices. In this enlightening exploration, the book...

Covering some of the key areas of optimal control theory (OCT), a rapidly expanding field, the authors use new methods to set out a version of OCT's more refined 'maximum principle.' The results obtained have applications in production planning,...

Introduction.- Part I. Asymptotic Analysis of Optimal Control Problems for Partial Differential Equations: Basic Tools.- Background Material on Asymptotic Analysis of External Problems.- Variational Methods of Optimal Control Theory.- Suboptimal and...

Infinite dimensional systems can be used to describe many phenomena in the real world. As is well known, heat conduction, properties of elastic­ plastic material, fluid dynamics, diffusion-reaction processes, etc., all lie...

Making Sense of Behavior, The Meaning of Control by William T. Powers is a profound and sometimes funny introduction to control theory as applied to the behavior of living things. Written for the common reader, MSOB demonstrates how "living control...

"An introduction to the ideas of algebraic geometry in the motivated context of system theory." This describes this two volume work which has been specifically written to serve the needs of researchers and students of systems, control, and applied...

Revised and updated, this concise new edition of the pioneering book on multidimensional signal processing is ideal for a new generation of students. Multidimensional systems or m-D systems are the necessary mathematical background for modern digital...

This book springs from a multidisciplinary, multi-organizational, and multi-sector conversation about the privacy and ethical implications of research in human affairs using big data. The need to cultivate and enlist the public's trust in the abilities...

This book is an introduction to maximum-entropy models of random graphs with given topological properties and their applications. Its original contribution is the reformulation of many seemingly different problems in the study of both real networks and...

This brief examines mathematical models in nonsmooth mechanics and nonregular electrical circuits, including evolution variational inequalities, complementarity systems, differential inclusions, second-order dynamics, Lur'e systems and Moreau's sweeping...

This book provides a comprehensive overview on emergent bursty patterns in the dynamics of human behaviour. It presents common and alternative understanding of the investigated phenomena, and points out open questions worthy of further investigations.The...

We are living in a time in which innovation has become as frequent and unavoidable as never before. Innovative societies and economies, however, do not require narrow specializations of professions. What innovation is in urgent need of is cooperation...